Jebediahs Posted May 14, 2012 Posted May 14, 2012 Nur smirked at the vampire's comment. Despite his ether running low, he redirected the pooling water into another spell, repeating his attack.
Zepher Posted May 14, 2012 Posted May 14, 2012 Boomingham swings his Frozen Sabre at Victoria once more. "Might as well finish this. Sorry, dearest, but we have places to be, people to see, explosions to investigate. You don't happen to know anything about that, do you? Also, screw it, while we're chatting, who rigged the tournament, and why, and who hired you? Feel free not to answer, it won't make you more or less re-dead anyway."
Waterbrick Down Posted May 15, 2012 Author Posted May 15, 2012 QM Note: Party Leader, I still require your action as well as the battle order. Go ahead and choose Jess's action as well for this round.
Brickdoctor Posted May 15, 2012 Posted May 15, 2012 OoC: Oops, sorry. I attack Summoned Bat B from the Back Row with my Mockthril Longbow. "Miss Islanti, take down Victoria Vampire Hunter with Blohdurm from the Front Row, please." Order of Actions: Bartholomew Docken En Sabah Nur Jess Islanti Lord Lawrence Boomingham
Sisco Posted May 15, 2012 Posted May 15, 2012 "Alright, Bart. That's who I was going for anyways." (Sorry...)
Waterbrick Down Posted May 15, 2012 Author Posted May 15, 2012 (edited) Round 6 of the Alleyway Battle: >Bartholomew Docken vs. Summoned Bat B - Critical Hit >En Sabah Nur vs. Victor Vampire Hunter - Confuse Special Damage Jess Islanti vs. Victoria Vampire Huntress - Special Damage (Undying Gaze) Lord Lawrence Boomingham vs. Victoria Vampire Huntress - Hit (Stunned) Docken draws back on his bow and lets fly, shooting the last of the summoned bats out of the sky. En Sabah Nur redies another water spell, and douses the Vampire keeping throwing him into a state of confusion. Victoria glares at Jess from her previous hit, but the vampiress' seductive gaze has no effect on Jess. Boomingham shield raised to keep from staring directly at her, lands a mighty hit upon the huntress, stunning her. THE BATTLE CONTINUES! The Enemies: Victor Vampire Hunter *Confused* - "Pffffttt...." Type: Undead Level: 15 Health: 90/200 Defense: 0 Special: I. Curse of the Vampir: Victor’s opponent is Jinxed until the effect is remedied II. Marking the favored: Victor’s attack is tripled for 2 turns. Drop: Sword of the Vampir *Note specials alternate Victoria Vampire Huntress *Poisoned* *Stunned* - "You Paladins are alwasy such spoil sports!" Type: Undead Level: 10 Health: 2/150 Defense: 0 Special: I. Undying gaze: Victoria’s opponent becomes enamored with her if they are of the opposite sex, until the effect is remedied. II. Marking the favored: Victoria’s attack is tripled for 2 turns. Drop: Lover’s Locket *Note Victoria’s shots ignore SP and specials alternate QM Note: The Jinxed effect is basically the opposite of the Lucky effect, i.e. the die is rolled twice and the worse of the rolls taken, special damage being the worst. The Party: Bartholomew Docken, Level 21 Warden (Brick Doctor) *Party Leader* *Scary* *Enamored* Power: 30 Health: 40/40 Defense: 15 Gold: 131 (50 Gold loaned to Arthur Justus Regulus VII [Flipz]) Inventory: Briar Bow (WP: 9; Wood Elemental), Mockthril Longbow (WP: 5), Mythril Shield (SP: 15), Dread Hat (enemies lower than half of wearer's Level won't attack directly), Bedroll, Mead, Venom, Smoke Bomb, Potions (5), Grand Potion (1), Soma (1), White Marksman's Hat (1/6 Assassination versus Flying Monsters) Haldor Skovgaard, Level 17.5 Shaman (Scorpiox) KO Power: 29, Health: 0/34 Ether: 19/24 Gold: 115 Inventory: Heavy Metal Rod (WP:12), Lesser Ethereal Cloak (SP:+1, +3 Ether), Paper Doll (Hexed immunity) Spike Coller (+1 power), Diamond of Thoric (Light Elemental), Frying Pan (WP:1+1 health), Shovel, Pickaxe, Potion (x2), Remedy, Tonic, Mead, Venom, and a fur-lined Bedroll, Scroll of Blindness, Bear Claw Gloves (WP:7, SP:2, non-upgradable SP) Jess Islanti, Level 17.5 Assassin (Sisco) Power: 28 (+2) Health: 18/28(+1) Gold: 225 Inventory: Blohdhurm (WP: 9)(Fire elemental, Permanently Poisoned), Mercutio's Dagger of Mugging (WP:5, Mug Ability +5), 2 Venoms, Mead, Smelling Salts, 1 Remedy, 1 Grand Potion Lord Lawrence Boomingham, Level 16.5 Paladin (Zepher) Power: 27 (+3) Health: 27/32 (-6+2) Ether: 16/16 Gold: 16 (Owes 50 to Jess) Inventory: King of the Desert (Longsword) (WP: 9, Fire Darkness), Frozen Saber (WP: 9, stunned effect, Light) Shaduex Shield (SP: 5), Thorny Diadem (+3 to power, but -6 to maximum health) 3 Potions, Bedroll, 5 Bones, 2 Holy bombs, 2 Meads, 1 Phoenix essence, Pick-axe, 1 Jo-no Tree seed, 1 Venom, 1 Grand Tonic En Sabah Nur, Level 16.5 Sorcerer (Jebediahs) *Lucky* Power: 28 Health: 25/25 (23+1) Ether: 3/20 Gold: 355 Equipped: Inventory: Stealth Dagger (WP: 12), Helmet (+1 HP), Garnet Gem (Earth), Aquamarine (Water), En, Sabah, Nur (Shurikens 3/3, WP: 5), 4 Potions, 2 Grand Tonics, 2 Phoenix Essence, Remedy, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Scroll of Sealing, Scroll of Blindness, Scroll of Confusion, Sangriste Dagger (WP: 5), Aquamarine Lamp of Summoning, Loaded Die (Lucky effect) QM Note: As only two enemies remain and 1 is at low health and is stunned, I will auto-play the next round. Round 7 of the Alleyway Battle: >Bartholomew Docken vs. Victor Vampire Hunter - Aim >En Sabah Nur vs. Victor Vampire Hunter - Magnetic Mojo Magnetic Mojo Jess Islanti vs. Victoria Vampire Huntress - Aim (No Assassination) Lord Lawrence Boomingham vs. Victoria Vampire Huntress Victor Vampire Hunter - Defended Damage (Victor Damages himself) As the battle dies down Docken looses an arrow that slices across the Vampire Hunter's calf as Nur summons another torrent of water drenching the vampire and stunning him to the ground. As Victoria attempts to evade the waterfall from above, she runs straight into Jess's blade the elven assassin aiming straight and true for her heart. As she slumps to the ground, Boomingham wheels about on Victor but he is beaten back by the maddened vampire as he hurts himself in his hystaria. THE BATTLE CONTINUES! The Enemies: Victor Vampire Hunter *Confused* - "Nooooo! Elv you vill die vor this!" Type: Undead Level: 15 Health: 66/200 Defense: 0 Special: I. Curse of the Vampir: Victor’s opponent is Jinxed until the effect is remedied II. Marking the favored: Victor’s attack is tripled for 2 turns. Drop: Sword of the Vampir *Note specials alternate QM Note: The Jinxed effect is basically the opposite of the Lucky effect, i.e. the die is rolled twice and the worse of the rolls taken, special damage being the worst. The Party: Bartholomew Docken, Level 21 Warden (Brick Doctor) *Party Leader* *Scary* Power: 30 Health: 40/40 Defense: 15 Gold: 131 (50 Gold loaned to Arthur Justus Regulus VII [Flipz]) Inventory: Briar Bow (WP: 9; Wood Elemental), Mockthril Longbow (WP: 5), Mythril Shield (SP: 15), Dread Hat (enemies lower than half of wearer's Level won't attack directly), Bedroll, Mead, Venom, Smoke Bomb, Potions (5), Grand Potion (1), Soma (1), White Marksman's Hat (1/6 Assassination versus Flying Monsters) Haldor Skovgaard, Level 17.5 Shaman (Scorpiox) KO Power: 29, Health: 0/34 Ether: 19/24 Gold: 115 Inventory: Heavy Metal Rod (WP:12), Lesser Ethereal Cloak (SP:+1, +3 Ether), Paper Doll (Hexed immunity) Spike Coller (+1 power), Diamond of Thoric (Light Elemental), Frying Pan (WP:1+1 health), Shovel, Pickaxe, Potion (x2), Remedy, Tonic, Mead, Venom, and a fur-lined Bedroll, Scroll of Blindness, Bear Claw Gloves (WP:7, SP:2, non-upgradable SP) Jess Islanti, Level 17.5 Assassin (Sisco) Power: 28 (+2) Health: 18/28(+1) Gold: 225 Inventory: Blohdhurm (WP: 9)(Fire elemental, Permanently Poisoned), Mercutio's Dagger of Mugging (WP:5, Mug Ability +5), 2 Venoms, Mead, Smelling Salts, 1 Remedy, 1 Grand Potion Lord Lawrence Boomingham, Level 16.5 Paladin (Zepher) Power: 27 (+3) Health: 27/32 (-6+2) Ether: 16/16 Gold: 16 (Owes 50 to Jess) Inventory: King of the Desert (Longsword) (WP: 9, Fire Darkness), Frozen Saber (WP: 9, stunned effect, Light) Shaduex Shield (SP: 5), Thorny Diadem (+3 to power, but -6 to maximum health) 3 Potions, Bedroll, 5 Bones, 2 Holy bombs, 2 Meads, 1 Phoenix essence, Pick-axe, 1 Jo-no Tree seed, 1 Venom, 1 Grand Tonic En Sabah Nur, Level 16.5 Sorcerer (Jebediahs) *Lucky* Power: 28 Health: 25/25 (23+1) Ether: 3/20 Gold: 380 Equipped: Inventory: Stealth Dagger (WP: 12), Helmet (+1 HP), Garnet Gem (Earth), Aquamarine (Water), En, Sabah, Nur (Shurikens 3/3, WP: 5), 4 Potions, 2 Grand Tonics, 2 Phoenix Essence, Remedy, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Scroll of Sealing, Scroll of Blindness, Scroll of Confusion, Sangriste Dagger (WP: 5), Aquamarine Lamp of Summoning, Loaded Die (Lucky effect) QM Note: As only one enemy remains and the Party is in no danger of failing, I will auto-play the next round. Jeb if I know Nur right, he would probably switch to the front row with his dagger at this point, correct me if I'm wrong. Round 8 of the Alleyway Battle: >Bartholomew Docken vs. Victor Vampire Hunter - Aura >En Sabah Nur vs. Victor Vampire Hunter - Critical Hit Critical Hit Jess Islanti vs. Victor Vampire Hunter - Special Damage (Marking the Favored) Lord Lawrence Boomingham vs. Victor Vampire Hunter - Defended Damage (Victor Damages himself) With the vampire in a frenzied state, Docken takes up a defensive position while Nur skirts past him delivering a viscious water spell to the unsuspecting vampire. Jess attempts to end the unholy creature life once and for all, but he dives out of the way. Picking himself back up, Victor gazes at the elf maiden, studying her every move until to gain a tactical advantage. Boomingham once again begins an assult on the vampire but he is beaten back, though the vampire hurts himself in his sorrowful rage. THE BATTLE CONTINUES! The Enemies: Victor Vampire Hunter *Confused* - "You will each rue the day you stood against us!" Type: Undead Level: 15 45 Health: 6/200 Defense: 0 Special: I. Curse of the Vampir: Victor’s opponent is Jinxed until the effect is remedied II. Marking the favored: Victor’s attack is tripled for 2 turns. Drop: Sword of the Vampir *Note specials alternate QM Note: The Jinxed effect is basically the opposite of the Lucky effect, i.e. the die is rolled twice and the worse of the rolls taken, special damage being the worst. The Party: Bartholomew Docken, Level 21 Warden (Brick Doctor) *Party Leader* *Scary* Power: 30 Health: 80/40 Defense: 15 Gold: 131 (50 Gold loaned to Arthur Justus Regulus VII [Flipz]) Inventory: Briar Bow (WP: 9; Wood Elemental), Mockthril Longbow (WP: 5), Mythril Shield (SP: 15), Dread Hat (enemies lower than half of wearer's Level won't attack directly), Bedroll, Mead, Venom, Smoke Bomb, Potions (5), Grand Potion (1), Soma (1), White Marksman's Hat (1/6 Assassination versus Flying Monsters) Haldor Skovgaard, Level 17.5 Shaman (Scorpiox) KO Power: 29, Health: 0/34 Ether: 19/24 Gold: 115 Inventory: Heavy Metal Rod (WP:12), Lesser Ethereal Cloak (SP:+1, +3 Ether), Paper Doll (Hexed immunity) Spike Coller (+1 power), Diamond of Thoric (Light Elemental), Frying Pan (WP:1+1 health), Shovel, Pickaxe, Potion (x2), Remedy, Tonic, Mead, Venom, and a fur-lined Bedroll, Scroll of Blindness, Bear Claw Gloves (WP:7, SP:2, non-upgradable SP) Jess Islanti, Level 17.5 Assassin (Sisco) Power: 28 (+2) Health: 18/28(+1) Gold: 225 Inventory: Blohdhurm (WP: 9)(Fire elemental, Permanently Poisoned), Mercutio's Dagger of Mugging (WP:5, Mug Ability +5), 2 Venoms, Mead, Smelling Salts, 1 Remedy, 1 Grand Potion Lord Lawrence Boomingham, Level 16.5 Paladin (Zepher) Power: 27 (+3) Health: 27/32 (-6+2) Ether: 16/16 Gold: 16 (Owes 50 to Jess) Inventory: King of the Desert (Longsword) (WP: 9, Fire Darkness), Frozen Saber (WP: 9, stunned effect, Light) Shaduex Shield (SP: 5), Thorny Diadem (+3 to power, but -6 to maximum health) 3 Potions, Bedroll, 5 Bones, 2 Holy bombs, 2 Meads, 1 Phoenix essence, Pick-axe, 1 Jo-no Tree seed, 1 Venom, 1 Grand Tonic En Sabah Nur, Level 16.5 Sorcerer (Jebediahs) *Lucky* Power: 28 Health: 25/25 (23+1) Ether: 2/20 Gold: 380 Equipped: Inventory: Stealth Dagger (WP: 12), Helmet (+1 HP), Garnet Gem (Earth), Aquamarine (Water), En, Sabah, Nur (Shurikens 3/3, WP: 5), 4 Potions, 2 Grand Tonics, 2 Phoenix Essence, Remedy, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Scroll of Sealing, Scroll of Blindness, Scroll of Confusion, Sangriste Dagger (WP: 5), Aquamarine Lamp of Summoning, Loaded Die (Lucky effect) QM Note: Again, as there is only one enemy and Docken is not in danger of being KO'd I will auto-play the next round. Round 9 of the Alleyway Battle: >Bartholomew Docken vs. Victor Vampire Hunter - Critical Hit >En Sabah Nur vs. Victor Vampire Hunter - Hit Hit Jess Islanti vs. Victor Vampire Hunter - Gold Reaper (Assassination) Lord Lawrence Boomingham vs. Victor Vampire Hunter - Hit As Victor charges the Party, sword raised, Docken cooly draws back an arrow on his Briar Bow and sends a shot straight throught the vampire's heart. Victor falls to the ground his face tilted towards his bride, he coughs up a little blood before uttering his last words. "Elv, as you have stolen my love vrom me, may yours be stolen vrom you. You do not now and you never vill, deserve his love." THE BATTLE IS VICTORIOUS! All party members gain 1/2 of a level, except for Bartholomew who only gains 1/3 of a level, please update your signatures accordingly. The Party: Bartholomew Docken, Level 21.33 Warden (Brick Doctor) *Party Leader* *Scary* Power: 30 Health: 40/40 Defense: 15 Gold: 131 (50 Gold loaned to Arthur Justus Regulus VII [Flipz]) Inventory: Briar Bow (WP: 9; Wood Elemental), Mockthril Longbow (WP: 5), Mythril Shield (SP: 15), Dread Hat (enemies lower than half of wearer's Level won't attack directly), Bedroll, Mead, Venom, Smoke Bomb, Potions (5), Grand Potion (1), Soma (1), White Marksman's Hat (1/6 Assassination versus Flying Monsters) Haldor Skovgaard, Level 17.5 Shaman (Scorpiox) Power: 29, Health: 1/34 Ether: 19/24 Gold: 115 Inventory: Heavy Metal Rod (WP:12), Lesser Ethereal Cloak (SP:+1, +3 Ether), Paper Doll (Hexed immunity) Spike Coller (+1 power), Diamond of Thoric (Light Elemental), Frying Pan (WP:1+1 health), Shovel, Pickaxe, Potion (x2), Remedy, Tonic, Mead, Venom, and a fur-lined Bedroll, Scroll of Blindness, Bear Claw Gloves (WP:7, SP:2, non-upgradable SP) Jess Islanti, Level 18 Assassin (Sisco) Power: 29 (+2) Health: 19/29(+1) Gold: 225 Inventory: Blohdhurm (WP: 9)(Fire elemental, Permanently Poisoned), Mercutio's Dagger of Mugging (WP:5, Mug Ability +5), 2 Venoms, Mead, Smelling Salts, 1 Remedy, 1 Grand Potion Lord Lawrence Boomingham, Level 17 Paladin (Zepher) Power: 28 (+3) Health: 28/33 (-6+2) Ether: 17/17 Gold: 16 (Owes 50 to Jess) Inventory: King of the Desert (Longsword) (WP: 9, Fire Darkness), Frozen Saber (WP: 9, stunned effect, Light) Shaduex Shield (SP: 5), Thorny Diadem (+3 to power, but -6 to maximum health) 3 Potions, Bedroll, 5 Bones, 2 Holy bombs, 2 Meads, 1 Phoenix essence, Pick-axe, 1 Jo-no Tree seed, 1 Venom, 1 Grand Tonic En Sabah Nur, Level 17 Sorcerer (Jebediahs) *Lucky* Power: 28 Health: 26/26 (23+1) Ether: 3/21 Gold: 380 Equipped: Inventory: Stealth Dagger (WP: 12), Helmet (+1 HP), Garnet Gem (Earth), Aquamarine (Water), En, Sabah, Nur (Shurikens 3/3, WP: 5), 4 Potions, 2 Grand Tonics, 2 Phoenix Essence, Remedy, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Scroll of Sealing, Scroll of Blindness, Scroll of Confusion, Sangriste Dagger (WP: 5), Aquamarine Lamp of Summoning, Loaded Die (Lucky effect)[/indent] Party leader, how will the spoils be divided? Sword of the Vampir (WP: 17 User isJinxed, suitable for Knights and Rogues) - A powerful sword that bears ill luck for anyone who wields it. Lover's Locket (Provides immunity to the *Enamored* effect, accessory) - A necklace that reminds its bearer of faithfulness and true love, providing a shielding aura from the seductive temptations of others. Edited May 16, 2012 by Waterbrick Down
Sisco Posted May 16, 2012 Posted May 16, 2012 Jess shiveredat the vampires final words. The words struck Jess to the core, and stung even more as she looked to see Haldor picking himself up out of a pool of his own blood. Jess ran to him, and kissed him deeply. She then tried to help wipe the blood from his chest, sobbing the whole while. "Hal-Hal-Haldor, I'm so-so-so-so sorry ba-baby. I lo-love you s-s-s-so much! I'm sorry baby. I'm sorry.." Jesz trailed off, tears and sobs racking her body as she snuggled up against Haldor's chest
Jebediahs Posted May 16, 2012 Posted May 16, 2012 OoC: Yes, Nur normally would attack from front row with dagger but it wouldn't have any effect against the undead as it's a normal blade. I'll deduct an ether as if I cast a spell if that's ok. Nur sat down exausted. "Phew. I'm beat." He watched Jess embrace Haldor. Hm, must be nice. Next time I'm at the training grounds I should give my earthly summon a more feminine appearance...
Brickdoctor Posted May 16, 2012 Posted May 16, 2012 I hand the Sword of the Vampir to Jess and for now I'll keep the Lover's Locket for myself. OoC: I know that I already got an artifact from the archery tournament, but I want to hang on to the Lover's Locket, if not only because Bartholomew is one who I've never seen as being Enamored with anyone. Zeph, you're the only one who hasn't gotten a major item from this quest so far, so if you want some consumables, let me know.
Waterbrick Down Posted May 16, 2012 Author Posted May 16, 2012 (edited) QM Note: Thanks Jeb, fixed. The Party: Bartholomew Docken, Level 21.33 Warden (Brick Doctor) *Party Leader* *Scary* Power: 30 Health: 40/40 Defense: 15 Gold: 131 (50 Gold loaned to Arthur Justus Regulus VII [Flipz]) Inventory: Briar Bow (WP: 9; Wood Elemental), Mockthril Longbow (WP: 5), Mythril Shield (SP: 15), Dread Hat (enemies lower than half of wearer's Level won't attack directly), Bedroll, Mead, Venom, Smoke Bomb, Potions (5), Grand Potion (1), Soma (1), White Marksman's Hat (1/6 Assassination versus Flying Monsters), Lover's Locket (Enamored Immunity) Haldor Skovgaard, Level 17.5 Shaman (Scorpiox) Power: 29, Health: 1/34 Ether: 19/24 Gold: 115 Inventory: Heavy Metal Rod (WP:12), Lesser Ethereal Cloak (SP:+1, +3 Ether), Paper Doll (Hexed immunity) Spike Coller (+1 power), Diamond of Thoric (Light Elemental), Frying Pan (WP:1+1 health), Shovel, Pickaxe, Potion (x2), Remedy, Tonic, Mead, Venom, and a fur-lined Bedroll, Scroll of Blindness, Bear Claw Gloves (WP:7, SP:2, non-upgradable SP) Jess Islanti, Level 18 Assassin (Sisco) Power: 29 (+2) Health: 19/29(+1) Gold: 225 Inventory: Blohdhurm (WP: 9)(Fire elemental, Permanently Poisoned), Mercutio's Dagger of Mugging (WP:5, Mug Ability +5), 2 Venoms, Mead, Smelling Salts, 1 Remedy, 1 Grand Potion, Sword of the Vampir (WP: 17)(User is Jinxed) Lord Lawrence Boomingham, Level 17 Paladin (Zepher) Power: 28 (+3) Health: 28/33 (-6+2) Ether: 17/17 Gold: 16 (Owes 50 to Jess) Inventory: King of the Desert (Longsword) (WP: 9, Fire Darkness), Frozen Saber (WP: 9, stunned effect, Light) Shaduex Shield (SP: 5), Thorny Diadem (+3 to power, but -6 to maximum health) 3 Potions, Bedroll, 5 Bones, 2 Holy bombs, 2 Meads, 1 Phoenix essence, Pick-axe, 1 Jo-no Tree seed, 1 Venom, 1 Grand Tonic En Sabah Nur, Level 17 Sorcerer (Jebediahs) *Lucky* Power: 28 Health: 26/26 (23+1) Ether: 3/21 Gold: 380 Equipped: Inventory: Stealth Dagger (WP: 12), Helmet (+1 HP), Garnet Gem (Earth), Aquamarine (Water), En, Sabah, Nur (Shurikens 3/3, WP: 5), 4 Potions, 2 Grand Tonics, 2 Phoenix Essence, Remedy, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Scroll of Sealing, Scroll of Blindness, Scroll of Confusion, Sangriste Dagger (WP: 5), Aquamarine Lamp of Summoning, Loaded Die (Lucky effect) Would the Party like to do anything else before continuing to Sem's Sensible Investments? Edited May 16, 2012 by Waterbrick Down
Zepher Posted May 16, 2012 Posted May 16, 2012 Boomingham walks over to the Vampire's corpses and looks at them, eyebrows raised. He then turns to the party. "Well, they answered next to none of my questions." Boomingham walks over to Haldor and heals him. "Sorry about that, chap. You didn't seem to be making a move. Some creatures don't get to walk free. I don't know which God, or lack thereof, you worship that exalts that type of monster, but I advise you rethink. But that's just my two gold pieces on the matter. Anyway, nice to have you back." Barty hovers around Jess' new sword, mumbling to himself. "Shall we move onward? I think we've got some more folks to visit!"
Sisco Posted May 16, 2012 Posted May 16, 2012 Jess untangled herself from Haldor, and walked over to the corpses of the vampires. Jess smirked at Victoria, then cut her head off. Jess then did the same to Victor, and spat on their beheaded bodies. Jess then proceeded to toss the heads into a nearby trash can. Seeing the surprised and disgusted looks on her questmate's faces, Jess began to explain,"It's a superstition of my people. Never leave the head on the shoulders of a vampire."
Zepher Posted May 16, 2012 Posted May 16, 2012 "You and Haldor certainly have different stances." "Thank you, thank you, fair maiden. Caution is a trait anyone can admire. Disposing of the spawn of Helvetia is always something I am thankful for."
Scorpiox Posted May 16, 2012 Posted May 16, 2012 (edited) Haldor's mind returned from a far off place. Jess was crying upon his chest shouting words he could not hear. Haldor now saw clarity, in many things. As Jess rose Haldor stood to his feet. The Norseman had to turn as Jess descrated the Vampire corpses, but he couldn't bring himself to say or do anything. Haldor now saw the truth, and soon he would tell it all. He stood back and spoke to his friends. "I thank you Lawrence. For you have saved me grievance. Thoric has spoken to me, and I now see. I was wrong, I know of these creatures from the words and legends from where I was raised. But I was mistaken, it seems that there are others of these 'Vampires' than what is spoken of by the Norse. These were violent, they were different to how I knew their kind to be. It seems they were of a different breed to those I knew. Apparently I know less of this city than I thought, where great things are corrupted into beasts." Haldor then turned to Jess, for he was unaware of why see cried. "Jess, what pains you to tears? I hate to see you with woe." Edited May 16, 2012 by Scorpiox
Waterbrick Down Posted May 17, 2012 Author Posted May 17, 2012 After healing Haldor, the Party continues on its way to Sem's Sensible Investments. The Party: Bartholomew Docken, Level 21.33 Warden (Brick Doctor) *Party Leader* *Scary* Power: 30 Health: 40/40 Defense: 15 Gold: 131 (50 Gold loaned to Arthur Justus Regulus VII [Flipz]) Inventory: Briar Bow (WP: 9; Wood Elemental), Mockthril Longbow (WP: 5), Mythril Shield (SP: 15), Dread Hat (enemies lower than half of wearer's Level won't attack directly), Bedroll, Mead, Venom, Smoke Bomb, Potions (5), Grand Potion (1), Soma (1), White Marksman's Hat (1/6 Assassination versus Flying Monsters), Lover's Locket (Enamored Immunity) Haldor Skovgaard, Level 17.5 Shaman (Scorpiox) Power: 29, Health: 34/34 Ether: 19/24 Gold: 115 Inventory: Heavy Metal Rod (WP:12), Lesser Ethereal Cloak (SP:+1, +3 Ether), Paper Doll (Hexed immunity) Spike Coller (+1 power), Diamond of Thoric (Light Elemental), Frying Pan (WP:1+1 health), Shovel, Pickaxe, Potion (x2), Remedy, Tonic, Mead, Venom, and a fur-lined Bedroll, Scroll of Blindness, Bear Claw Gloves (WP:7, SP:2, non-upgradable SP) Jess Islanti, Level 18 Assassin (Sisco) Power: 29 (+2) Health: 19/29(+1) Gold: 225 Inventory: Blohdhurm (WP: 9)(Fire elemental, Permanently Poisoned), Mercutio's Dagger of Mugging (WP:5, Mug Ability +5), 2 Venoms, Mead, Smelling Salts, 1 Remedy, 1 Grand Potion, Sword of the Vampir (WP: 17)(User is Jinxed) Lord Lawrence Boomingham, Level 17 Paladin (Zepher) Power: 28 (+3) Health: 28/33 (-6+2) Ether: 16/17 Gold: 16 (Owes 50 to Jess) Inventory: King of the Desert (Longsword) (WP: 9, Fire Darkness), Frozen Saber (WP: 9, stunned effect, Light) Shaduex Shield (SP: 5), Thorny Diadem (+3 to power, but -6 to maximum health) 3 Potions, Bedroll, 5 Bones, 2 Holy bombs, 2 Meads, 1 Phoenix essence, Pick-axe, 1 Jo-no Tree seed, 1 Venom, 1 Grand Tonic En Sabah Nur, Level 17 Sorcerer (Jebediahs) *Lucky* Power: 28 Health: 26/26 (23+1) Ether: 3/21 Gold: 380 Equipped: Inventory: Stealth Dagger (WP: 12), Helmet (+1 HP), Garnet Gem (Earth), Aquamarine (Water), En, Sabah, Nur (Shurikens 3/3, WP: 5), 4 Potions, 2 Grand Tonics, 2 Phoenix Essence, Remedy, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Scroll of Sealing, Scroll of Blindness, Scroll of Confusion, Sangriste Dagger (WP: 5), Aquamarine Lamp of Summoning, Loaded Die (Lucky effect) They arrive at the office and upon entering are greeted by a strange trio of Minotaur, Elf, and U'Kin. "Can we be of service to you?"
Brickdoctor Posted May 17, 2012 Posted May 17, 2012 "Good day, I am Bartholomew Docken of Heroica, and my fellow heroes are Miss Jess Islanti, Lord Lawrence Boomingham, Master Haldor Skovgaard, and Master En Sabah Nur. Do you know where we might find Master Swifthorn?"
Zepher Posted May 17, 2012 Posted May 17, 2012 "I think he's standing right in front of us. This chap fits the descriptions that the others have described!" Boomingham offers his hand to the Minotaur. "Greetings. We have a few questions for you, sir, if you don't mind. Is there somewhere that would be more comfortable?" Boomingham turns to Barty and shoots him a look. Barty nods and whizzes over to Nur, whispering in his ear. "En Sabah Nur, you must talk to the other two while Boomingham questions Swifthorn. We doubt that Sifthorn will break if he has done anything fishy, but the other two... they're more likely to slip if they've seen something fishy, as opposed to Swifthorn, who may have done something fishy."
Jebediahs Posted May 18, 2012 Posted May 18, 2012 Nur gave a curt nod and made his way to the piece of parchment hanging from the wall in the corner while Boomingham talked to the minotaur. Not speaking to anyone in particular, he wondered aloud. "What type of investment was made to acquire this scroll?" He hoped the U'kin would provide an answer.
Waterbrick Down Posted May 18, 2012 Author Posted May 18, 2012 "I think he's standing right in front of us. This chap fits the descriptions that the others have described!" Boomingham offers his hand to the Minotaur. "Greetings. We have a few questions for you, sir, if you don't mind. Is there somewhere that would be more comfortable?" Boomingham extends his hand, but the Minotaur makes no motion towards him. "You will have to forgive my employer, he is blind, terrible incident involving a maze some years back. Mr. Swifthorn you have some visitors." The Minotaur responds in a deep smooth voice. "Does your business concern an investor or an investment? What you have to say to me, you may say in front of my employees. Also I would have your names." Nur gave a curt nod and made his way to the piece of parchment hanging from the wall in the corner while Boomingham talked to the minotaur. Not speaking to anyone in particular, he wondered aloud. "What type of investment was made to acquire this scroll?" He hoped the U'kin would provide an answer. "The scroll is merely a listing of workable and precious metals which have been put upon that scroll. We use it to compare the costs of processing and services, as well as the trends in the Eubric Freeport metals market which is why we use it."
Brickdoctor Posted May 19, 2012 Posted May 19, 2012 "Master Swifthorn, I am Bartholomew Docken of Heroica, and my fellow heroes are Miss Jess Islanti, Master En Sabah Nur, Master Haldor Skovgaard, and Lord Lawrence Boomingham, whom you just spoke to. We were instructed to inquire about your involvement in the latest invention of Master Szalinski and Master Blue Hood."
Zepher Posted May 20, 2012 Posted May 20, 2012 "Look, Swifthorn, you're a Minotaur of wealth, and therefore you must be a Minotaur of honor and decency. My ally is correct, we do have a number of questions for you. As you no doubt know at this point, the invention you poured your nobly won money into went up in flames yesterday. We would like to know if you have any suspects of the sabotage that you'd like us to take care of. The Mage's name has been brought up a number of times. The Sharkling told us that he was fed gold and told to invest it. Who else in the city would have enough gold to invest in this project? They clearly must have excess, and they'd want to do it secretly. You must know who has that sort of money and motive, being a Minotaur of means yourself." Boomingham leans in and sort of hisses to Swifthorn. "I'd also personally like to know if you have any jobs that you want done that you may pay handsomely to see done. I am professional and efficient, chappo, so just say what you want done and I'll get to doing it."
Waterbrick Down Posted May 20, 2012 Author Posted May 20, 2012 "Ah yes Mr. Szalinski. Terrible idea, I never should have backed him up on it. At first everything sounded perfect, Szalinski was going to better mankind and all that. Hogwash, he'd never be able to pay back his loans in 100 years. It was a good thing that project came to an end before he put any more of my money down the drain, pity it ended with him almost being killed or so I was told." The Minotaur spoke softly under his breath to Boomingham, "we will speak more of your offer later." The Minotaur turned back to the Party, "as for the fish monger I have no need to contribute my funds in secret and there are many owners of fortunes in this city, none of whom I am aware of showing interest in this venture. As to sabotage, I have no suspects and I am glad that this foolishness is over."
Scorpiox Posted May 20, 2012 Posted May 20, 2012 "But sir, do you know of any of the other investers who shared the same sympathies as you? Yes, poor Mister Szalnski was grevously hurt, and it is our job to find the one responsible. You say you despised the project, would this stem to the object of trying to sabotage it? What do you know of the Ziegfried's stance on the matter?" While the minotaur was speaking, Haldor looked over his shoulder and read the scroll on the back wall. Mmm, wait. Jess had a new costume, sexy!. Haldor controlled himself and read the scroll.
Waterbrick Down Posted May 21, 2012 Author Posted May 21, 2012 (edited) The Minotaur turns to Haldor. "Do you think I would tell you of my disapproval of the project if I had sabotaged it? No, none of the other investors seemed to share my opinion. The mage and the Lucustoids were in it for the scientific aspects, I've no idea who would be supplying the sharkling, and Mr. Swisshopper is somewhat shall we say "generous" with his money. As the manager of the funds Mr. Szalinski was receiving from all parties, I can inform you of how much stock each of the investors actually had in the project though." Haldor's glance at the scroll on the wall reveals columns of numbers and locations describing the prices of metal ore and minerals in the city as well as their respective vendors and processors. Edited May 21, 2012 by Waterbrick Down
Brickdoctor Posted May 21, 2012 Posted May 21, 2012 I join Haldor in looking at the scroll on the wall, checking the information regarding Mythril. OoC: Okay, so I'm addicted to the stuff.
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