Waterbrick Down Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 Five heroes set out from Heroica Hall just making their transport shuttle to Recivic. The Æthergate voyage to the Vicrar system is unnoteworthy and the team touches down for a momentary layover in the Recivic capital of Jöklofistur before catching a tundra hopper to the frozen town of Vindkoss. The wild wind whips and whirls sending freezing snow into their faces as the group inquire of a few local Cricet for Mervin Softpaw. They are soon directed to the Frozen Flame Tavern. The warm glow of infrared lamps permeates the tavern as a dozen Cricet sit around sipping hot drinks of cocoa, coffee, and mulled wine. A cheery tune plays across the hall as the chatter quiets upon the heroes' entrance, but picks up again as an older graying Cricet approaches the team. "Oh hey there, look at you lot. Stacked to the gills with weaponry, tools, and armor ain't ya? You're either the fiercest and most diverse team of Ivishin mushers we've ever seen, or you be the folks from Heroica, no?" Party Ensonvilterayquis (Enson) (Duvors) 60 cycles old male Quo'riCharacter Points: 0/13Vitality: 5Velocity: 2Strength: 1Skill: 2Smarts: 2Spirit: 2/2Proficiencies: Insight 1, Medicine 2, Melee Weapons 1, Religion 2, Survival 1Spells: Healing Light, Purging FontCredits: 20Equipment: Void Star Hammer (+1 Melee Elemental), Utility Belt (Tool, grants +1 Engineering or Medicine Check Successes)Inventory: Nanite Elixir 2x, Plasma Potion 3x Polaris Ursaring [with M.I.L.E.S.] (samurai-turtle) 15 cycle old female "Chimeran" Character Points: 0/13 Vitality: 8/8 Velocity: 2Strength: 2 Skill: 2Smarts: 2Spirit: 1/1Proficiencies: Coding 1*, Engineering 1 (+1, tool), Medicine 1 (+1, tool), Melee Weapons 1, Nature 1, Short Range Weapons 1, Spells: Elemental Evocation, Credits: 0 Equipment: Mecha Strike (Standard, Kinetic, Melee Range Weapon), Utility Belt (tool) Grants +1 Engineering or Medicine Check Success, Inventory: Whirlwind Boomerang (Standard, Elemental, Short Range Weapon), Plasma Potion (x2) Aysu Kundakçı (Peppermint_M)22 Rotations Old, Female? Adopted Human.Character Points: 0/13Vitality: 6/6Velocity: 2Strength: 2Skill: 3Smarts: 1Spirit: 1Proficiencies: Long Range Weapons 3, Nature 1, Survival 1Spell: Enhanced VisionCredits: 75Equipment: Environment Safe Ammunition "ESA" Rifle (Calibrated Long Range, Energy), Farsight GogglesInventory: Plasma Potion 2x, Essence of Glibness Ronin (Yzalirk)[REDACTED] Male [REDACTED]Character Points: 0/10Vitality: 5/5Velocity: 2Strength: 1Skill: 3Smarts: 3Spirit: 0/0Proficiencies: Athletics 1, Deception 1, Melee Weapons 2, Stealth 1Known Spells: NoneCredits: 10Equipment: Cloaking Generator, Hard Light Katana (Calibrated Energy Melee Weapon)Inventory: Decker DaCabe (Endgame) 24 year old male HumanCharacter Points: 0/10Vitality: 6/6Velocity: 2Strength: 3Skill: 2Smarts: 1Proficiencies: Melee Weapons 1, Short Range Weapons 2Credits: 10Equipment: Unloaded Pistol (Calibrated Kinetic Melee Weapon), Sandblasted Cuirass (Standard Kinetic Armor)Inventory: MM Note: Welcome to Quest 5 folks. As always if there's ever any questions feel free to either send me an IM, use OoC, or ask in the appropriate Rules or Discussion Threads. Have fun!
Yzalirk Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 "Hello friend." Ronin respectfully bows to the elderly Cricet. "Yes we are members of Heroica. I am called Ronin. Who are you?"
samurai-turtle Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 Polaris shaking the excess snow off then brushing off the extra snow on MILES near the entrance. Please tell me the blizzard is not typical weather around here. Oh, sorry I am Polaris Ursaring and my metallic friend here is MILES. In his standard mono tone voice. /// Greetings. We are from Heroics. Were you the one requesting our help?
Duvors Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 Enson entered the establishment blowing and stamping his feet to keep warm, loosening his heavy scarf and removing the two pairs of (rather absurd looking) mittens he was wearing in the process. As he heard the music he smiled effusively, clearly enjoying it immensely. Upon being addressed by the Cricet however, his face assumed a more reserved expression and he clasped his hands before himself, bowing deeply as he did so. "Greetings sir," he said, "I am Ensonvilterayquis, Enson if you prefer, at your service." He straightened up. "Would I be correct in assuming you are Mervin Softpaw? We were told we could find you, them, here."
Endgame Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 (Just a quick note - Decker bankrupted himself for a Plasma potion!) The planet looked almost like a palette swap of what Decker was used to, looking down from the shuttle window as the ship entered upper atmosphere. A burning Akharif orange exchanged for a muted white, particles being wind whipped across the planet surface. But what Decker wasn't prepared for was the snow. Walking from the shuttle to the tundra hopper, watching the flakes storm down... The scrapyard scrounger looked at the snow with a noticeable amusement. He had one hand outside the tundra hopper as it zoomed along, letting the frost collect on his glove. When they got to the tavern, Decker held his hand up to the infrared lamp and watched the frozen sheen on his glove melt into water. Fascinating. "Aye, I think that's us." Decker nods to the Cricet. "Is this kinda weather the norm around here? I can see how a race track could get untidy." Decker turns to his fellow heroes. "Enson, we've traded names. Polaris, we crossed paths too. Ronin, how the hell are ya. And you with the pink hair... I don't know if I catched your name?"
Waterbrick Down Posted August 30, 2021 Author Posted August 30, 2021 12 hours ago, Yzalirk said: "Hello friend." Ronin respectfully bows to the elderly Cricet. "Yes we are members of Heroica. I am called Ronin. Who are you?" "Mervin Softpaw, at your service." 11 hours ago, samurai-turtle said: Polaris shaking the excess snow off then brushing off the extra snow on MILES near the entrance. Please tell me the blizzard is not typical weather around here. Oh, sorry I am Polaris Ursaring and my metallic friend here is MILES. In his standard mono tone voice. /// Greetings. We are from Heroics. Were you the one requesting our help? "You are on Recivic dontcha know? In the middle of our winter solstice to boot. We're lucky to get a stretch without any blizzard. You'll get used to it though and yes, I'm the one who put out the advertisement." 11 hours ago, Duvors said: Enson entered the establishment blowing and stamping his feet to keep warm, loosening his heavy scarf and removing the two pairs of (rather absurd looking) mittens he was wearing in the process. As he heard the music he smiled effusively, clearly enjoying it immensely. Upon being addressed by the Cricet however, his face assumed a more reserved expression and he clasped his hands before himself, bowing deeply as he did so. "Greetings sir," he said, "I am Ensonvilterayquis, Enson if you prefer, at your service." He straightened up. "Would I be correct in assuming you are Mervin Softpaw? We were told we could find you, them, here." "Yeppers, that's me. Please have a seat, I'll get us some there drinks and then we can talk." 1 hour ago, Endgame said: (Just a quick note - Decker bankrupted himself for a Plasma potion!) The planet looked almost like a palette swap of what Decker was used to, looking down from the shuttle window as the ship entered upper atmosphere. A burning Akharif orange exchanged for a muted white, particles being wind whipped across the planet surface. But what Decker wasn't prepared for was the snow. Walking from the shuttle to the tundra hopper, watching the flakes storm down... The scrapyard scrounger looked at the snow with a noticeable amusement. He had one hand outside the tundra hopper as it zoomed along, letting the frost collect on his glove. When they got to the tavern, Decker held his hand up to the infrared lamp and watched the frozen sheen on his glove melt into water. Fascinating. "Aye, I think that's us." Decker nods to the Cricet. "Is this kinda weather the norm around here? I can see how a race track could get untidy." Decker turns to his fellow heroes. "Enson, we've traded names. Polaris, we crossed paths too. Ronin, how the hell are ya. And you with the pink hair... I don't know if I catched your name?" MM Note: Adjusted, thanks. "Oh, but that is what makes it such a thrill there. Now lets see, you lot like a cup of skillfully made cocoa, strong coffee, or a smart mug of mulled wine?"
samurai-turtle Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 2 hours ago, Endgame said: Decker turns to his fellow heroes. "Enson, we've traded names. Polaris, we crossed paths too. Ronin, how the hell are ya. And you with the pink hair... I don't know if I catched your name? Polaris was a little confused "Didn't we all meet up on the transport?" She thought to herself. Yes, still haven't found any ammo for your weapon... Well, since it kinda awkward now Mr. Ronin what are you exactly? I only ask for medical reason, you know incase I have to work on you. Everyone else file that I have on them says what species they are, for example Enson... /// Ensonvilterayquis. Aaaammm yes, states he is a quo'ri. And then Mr. DeCable and Ms. Kundacki states they are human. But that brings up another question for Ms. Kundacki. Do you have some rare medical condition that makes your skin green? @Yzalirk @Peppermint_M 42 minutes ago, Waterbrick Down said: "You are on Recivic dontcha know? In the middle of our winter solstice to boot. We're lucky to get a stretch without any blizzard. You'll get used to it though and yes, I'm the one who put out the advertisement." "Yeppers, that's me. Please have a seat, I'll get us some there drinks and then we can talk." "Oh, but that is what makes it such a thrill there. Now lets see, you lot like a cup of skillfully made cocoa, strong coffee, or a smart mug of mulled wine?" Well that is something... MILES and Polaris basically just lean against the wall with the table in front of them. I am basically sitting on MILES already and the chairs don't look strong enough to hold up to his weight... I guess I will take this "skillfully made cocoa" it sounds sweet to the taste.
Duvors Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 @samurai-turtle Enson gave a short laugh at Polaris's struggles with his name. "Please, miss," he said, "you can use the short form of my name if you want. I'm not a stickler for protocol." 4 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Oh, but that is what makes it such a thrill there. Now lets see, you lot like a cup of skillfully made cocoa, strong coffee, or a smart mug of mulled wine?" "Coffee please, as black as you can make it."
Peppermint_M Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 5 hours ago, samurai-turtle said: DeCable and Ms. Kundacki states they are human. But that brings up another question for Ms. Kundacki. Do you have some rare medical condition that makes your skin green? "Uh, all my family is human. I know I was adopted when I was too small to remember much." Aysu shrugged. "My family are scrappers and they found me in space. Some escape pod with cryostasis that no one could ID to a ship." She shrugged again and put on a smile. "Maybe being in Heroica can lead me to my origins?" Noticing their patron, Aysu saluted. "Hi, hope I can help out here!"
samurai-turtle Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 2 hours ago, Duvors said: @samurai-turtle Enson gave a short laugh at Polaris's struggles with his name. "Please, miss," he said, "you can use the short form of my name if you want. I'm not a stickler for protocol." It is just a long name to remember. I am sure everyone calls you Enson. 1 hour ago, Peppermint_M said: "Uh, all my family is human. I know I was adopted when I was too small to remember much." Aysu shrugged. "My family are scrappers and they found me in space. Some escape pod with cryostasis that no one could ID to a ship." She shrugged again and put on a smile. "Maybe being in Heroica can lead me to my origins?" Ah, I see. I will have to update my personal files. Polaris started to tap on a screen attached to MILES. Humanoid, unknown species... Oh, yes. Hopefully you will find some answers.
Yzalirk Posted August 31, 2021 Posted August 31, 2021 (edited) 8 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Mervin Softpaw, at your service." "It is an honor. We understand that some predatory beasts are giving you trouble. Can you tell us more about it?" 10 hours ago, Endgame said: Decker turns to his fellow heroes. "Enson, we've traded names. Polaris, we crossed paths too. Ronin, how the hell are ya. And you with the pink hair... I don't know if I catched your name?" I am quite alright, thank you." Ronin politely bows to Decker. "I wish you the same." 8 hours ago, samurai-turtle said: Polaris was a little confused "Didn't we all meet up on the transport?" She thought to herself. Yes, still haven't found any ammo for your weapon... Well, since it kinda awkward now Mr. Ronin what are you exactly? I only ask for medical reason, you know incase I have to work on you. Everyone else file that I have on them says what species they are, for example Enson... /// Ensonvilterayquis. "I am a Stratitarian." Ronin attempts to deceive Polaris. Edited August 31, 2021 by Yzalirk
samurai-turtle Posted August 31, 2021 Posted August 31, 2021 26 minutes ago, Yzalirk said: "I am a Stratitarian." Ronin attempts to deceive Polaris. Ok, I will make a note of it. Again taping on the screen attached to MILES. Male right? Hard to tell with all that gear on you.
Duvors Posted August 31, 2021 Posted August 31, 2021 11 hours ago, samurai-turtle said: It is just a long name to remember. I am sure everyone calls you Enson. "It's easier when you grow up with names like that. But yes, most people do use the shorter version." 10 hours ago, Yzalirk said: "I am a Stratitarian." Ronin attempts to deceive Polaris. Remembering how reticent Ronin was in the Hall, Enson will make an opposed Insight check.
Waterbrick Down Posted August 31, 2021 Author Posted August 31, 2021 14 hours ago, Yzalirk said: "It is an honor. We understand that some predatory beasts are giving you trouble. Can you tell us more about it?" "Of course, of course, but first drinks." Those who had ordered have their beverages of choice arrive piping hot. Polaris feels decidedly refreshed by the hot cocoa skillfully prepared (+2 Skill for next battle), while the strength of the black coffee bolsters his energy (+2 Strength for next battle). "Now then, down to brass tacks, no? I'm on that there board of directors organizing the Ivishin as you're all aware. Well I tells you, a few weeks back we started having an influx of a whole slew of predatory critters; frost hawks, polar gators, glacier mongers, thankfully nothing as big as the rime drake we had circlin' the place a few months back, but still. Just the sheer number of them is becoming a problem though. Generally a handful here or there is typical and we can handle it or they just stick over by Kristal's where it's warmer. But with this many ravenous maws, its going to pose a safety danger to the Ivishin racers in a few weeks. And we really need this race to go through." 3 hours ago, Duvors said: "It's easier when you grow up with names like that. But yes, most people do use the shorter version." Remembering how reticent Ronin was in the Hall, Enson will make an opposed Insight check. Ronin Deception Proficiency vs. Enson Insight Proficiency - (3, 6, 1, 2) 1 Success vs. (3, 1, 6, 4) 2 Successes Enson sense that Ronin seemed to matter of fact given his hesitancy earlier from the hall and is fairly convinced the statement was false.
samurai-turtle Posted August 31, 2021 Posted August 31, 2021 2 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Now then, down to brass tacks, no? I'm on that there board of directors organizing the Ivishin as you're all aware. Well I tells you, a few weeks back we started having an influx of a whole slew of predatory critters; frost hawks, polar gators, glacier mongers, thankfully nothing as big as the rime drake we had circlin' the place a few months back, but still. Just the sheer number of them is becoming a problem though. Generally a handful here or there is typical and we can handle it or they just stick over by Kristal's where it's warmer. But with this many ravenous maws, its going to pose a safety danger to the Ivishin racers in a few weeks. And we really need this race to go through." Mongers? What do they look like? The others sound like things I seen before or close to it... Kristal is that a town or a place like a hot spring... Well hopefully us just patrolling the area scare them off.
Waterbrick Down Posted August 31, 2021 Author Posted August 31, 2021 1 hour ago, samurai-turtle said: Mongers? What do they look like? The others sound like things I seen before or close to it... Kristal is that a town or a place like a hot spring... Well hopefully us just patrolling the area scare them off. "They're an insectoid species, big claws, lots of teeth." Mervin takes a drink of his own cocoa, "Kristal Ice, they're a mining conglomerate that owns nearly a third of the planet dontcha know. They've got a defrosting station out by the Guffa Flats. They've got their own security keeping the facility clear, beefed it up too after the drake."
Duvors Posted August 31, 2021 Posted August 31, 2021 Resolving to keep Ronin's little deception to himself for now, Enson concentrated on the Cricet's story. He frowned as Mervin's account concluded. "Pardon me, but you speak of this situation as if it's unusual. I assume that there's been some sort of ecological disruption recently in order to drive so many predators away from their natural hunting grounds. Do you have any idea what that might be? And while I'm asking questions, how large a stretch of the course is effected by this? I don't think five people is enough to cover the entire course, though I may be mistaken."
Waterbrick Down Posted August 31, 2021 Author Posted August 31, 2021 6 minutes ago, Duvors said: Resolving to keep Ronin's little deception to himself for now, Enson concentrated on the Cricet's story. He frowned as Mervin's account concluded. "Pardon me, but you speak of this situation as if it's unusual. I assume that there's been some sort of ecological disruption recently in order to drive so many predators away from their natural hunting grounds. Do you have any idea what that might be? And while I'm asking questions, how large a stretch of the course is effected by this? I don't think five people is enough to cover the entire course, though I may be mistaken." "That's just it there, most of these critters prefer to hunt alone or in small packs, there simply ain't enough food to sustain large populations. We had a few folks go scouting aboat, but they couldn't find anything and had to turn back after encountering their second group of Frost Hawks. As far as we can tell, it's only impacting the first stretch of the course here. We reached out to Snjótri, they're the next town a few days down the track and they haven't had any issues near them. Here..." The Cricet unfolds a map onto the table. "This is a map of most of the area of the first leg of the race and don't you worry you won't be going out there by your lonesome. We'll be reimbursing you to hire a sled-wyrm team and guide to help you cover the ground."
Peppermint_M Posted August 31, 2021 Posted August 31, 2021 Aysu looked at the Map. "Is it too late for a quick hot coco? All that ice has got me thirsting for on!" She chuckled. The cold of space was one thing. This was another entirely. Recalling a distant science lesson, but not the details, Aysu looked to Softpaw. "What is the ice made from? Sorry if that was covered before, but I'm not the best at geography!"
samurai-turtle Posted August 31, 2021 Posted August 31, 2021 (edited) 3 hours ago, Duvors said: "Pardon me, but you speak of this situation as if it's unusual. I assume that there's been some sort of ecological disruption recently in order to drive so many predators away from their natural hunting grounds. Do you have any idea what that might be? Probably that "Drake" that he mentioned. 2 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: "That's just it there, most of these critters prefer to hunt alone or in small packs, there simply ain't enough food to sustain large populations. We had a few folks go scouting aboat, but they couldn't find anything and had to turn back after encountering their second group of Frost Hawks. As far as we can tell, it's only impacting the first stretch of the course here. We reached out to Snjótri, they're the next town a few days down the track and they haven't had any issues near them. Here..." The Cricet unfolds a map onto the table. "This is a map of most of the area of the first leg of the race and don't you worry you won't be going out there by your lonesome. We'll be reimbursing you to hire a sled-wyrm team and guide to help you cover the ground." What happened with the first group of frost hawks, that this group encountered? My first question about the map is the lake frozen over? And the lower right corner is that the Kristal place? 1 hour ago, Peppermint_M said: "What is the ice made from? Sorry if that was covered before, but I'm not the best at geography!" Usual it is made of water or two parts hydrogen and one part oxygen. Edited August 31, 2021 by samurai-turtle
Yzalirk Posted September 1, 2021 Posted September 1, 2021 23 hours ago, samurai-turtle said: Ok, I will make a note of it. Again taping on the screen attached to MILES. Male right? Hard to tell with all that gear on you. "Yes" 9 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Of course, of course, but first drinks." "Ummm... very well friend. I would like a hot cocoa please."Ronin examines the map as Mervin unfolds it. "I do not see Snjótri on the map, where is it exactly? Should we also be concerned with the weather? It is quite cold here"
Duvors Posted September 1, 2021 Posted September 1, 2021 3 hours ago, Peppermint_M said: Aysu looked at the Map. "Is it too late for a quick hot coco? All that ice has got me thirsting for on!" She chuckled. The cold of space was one thing. This was another entirely. Recalling a distant science lesson, but not the details, Aysu looked to Softpaw. "What is the ice made from? Sorry if that was covered before, but I'm not the best at geography!" "I presume water. If it was cold enough to freeze other compounds we would have more problems than a few predators." @Waterbrick Down Turning to Mervin he said "Excuse me, you mentioned a 'rime drake' earlier? Would you mind explaining what happened with it? Do you think it's connected to the current situation?"
Waterbrick Down Posted September 1, 2021 Author Posted September 1, 2021 4 hours ago, Peppermint_M said: Aysu looked at the Map. "Is it too late for a quick hot coco? All that ice has got me thirsting for on!" She chuckled. The cold of space was one thing. This was another entirely. Recalling a distant science lesson, but not the details, Aysu looked to Softpaw. "What is the ice made from? Sorry if that was covered before, but I'm not the best at geography!" "Why sure thing." Mervin motion for another cocoa to be brought which Aysu finds quite warming (+2 Skill for next battle). "Ice is what happens when you get water really really cold round these parts. You from a desert planet?" 2 hours ago, samurai-turtle said: Probably that "Drake" that he mentioned. What happened with the first group of frost hawks, that this group encountered? My first question about the map is the lake frozen over? And the lower right corner is that the Kristal place? Usual it is made of water or two parts hydrogen and one part oxygen. "Aye, she's definitely frozen over there this time of the cycle." Mervin shakes his head at the mention of the other group, "They killed the first ones, but the second were a bit bigger flock. Nearly killed Old Neil's boy." The Cricet nodded as Polaris pointed to the Flats, "Yep, the place is filled with geothermal vents, keeps their equipment running." 34 minutes ago, Yzalirk said: "Ummm... very well friend. I would like a hot cocoa please." "Popular choice." Ronin enjoys the decadent chocolate drink (+2 Skill for next battle). 40 minutes ago, Yzalirk said: Ronin examines the map as Mervin unfolds it. "I do not see Snjótri on the map, where is it exactly? Should we also be concerned with the weather? It is quite cold here" "To the North East corner there. The racers filter through Scjálftosten Pass after leaving Vindkoss and head north. It's a bit blizzardy, but that's why you have a guide. Don't tell me you folks didn't bring your winter coats to an ice planet." 22 minutes ago, Duvors said: "I presume water. If it was cold enough to freeze other compounds we would have more problems than a few predators." @Waterbrick Down Turning to Mervin he said "Excuse me, you mentioned a 'rime drake' earlier? Would you mind explaining what happened with it? Do you think it's connected to the current situation?" "I hope not, Kristal Ice hired out a mercenary company to kill it a few months back. It was looking to nest near the vents."
Duvors Posted September 1, 2021 Posted September 1, 2021 35 minutes ago, Waterbrick Down said: "To the North East corner there. The racers filter through Scjálftosten Pass after leaving Vindkoss and head north. It's a bit blizzardy, but that's why you have a guide. Don't tell me you folks didn't bring your winter coats to an ice planet." Enson bowed. "I personally am well prepared, I even brought sunglasses." Enson stood pensively looking over the map for a moment. After a few seconds he leaned forward and said "If no-one has any objections, my suggestion is we head due east towards the Scjálftosten Pass and then circle clockwise around Lake... Hrienea? - I'm sorry, it's very hard to read blue-on-blue, - Hitting all these places as we go." As he spoke he indicated the named locations with his finger. "Afterwards we return to Vindkoss. Is that satisfactory? Any comments or suggestions?"
Endgame Posted September 1, 2021 Posted September 1, 2021 "I'll have to take the strong coffee," Decker says. He wasn't quite certain that anything that could get him boozed up on a new planet was the brightest idea. "So the guides. They know how to protect themselves? Their help will be much appreciated, but if we encounter anything gnarly I want to know if they know how to defend themselves."
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