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M4 WG: Harsh Climates.

Posted by The ForceFor group archive 1
The Force
GM, 854 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 22 May 2017
at 16:34
  • msg #1

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The planet, green and blue with white clouds drifting along in the sky, looms larger and larger in your vision. The defensive platform briefly passes by the porthole and then out of vision again. The looming metallic structure the size of a capital ship continues its orbit around the planet as your escape pods slowly descend.

The escape pods are minimal in design, with almost all their systems dedicated towards life support. The pods' sensors provide a fairly strong capability to detect the conditions of nearby planets, in order to ascertain whether they are safe destinations. You examine the sensors as you close.

'Group 1' map is the most north. 'Group 2' map is south of that. 'Group 3' map is the southmost.

With limited navigational abilities and even less opportunity to engage the pods' engines, you are on your way to a range of rocky crags that run east-to-west. South of that is a range of dry, arid badlands.

Your pods are currently above a great forest, thick and lush and green, all around a mighty mountain. The mountain's peak is pale white in colour, as if it were covered in snow.

You recently passed over an escarpment that seems to be the border between the forest and a lowland wetlands. These vast swamps and marshes seem to be the site for a few small artificial dwellings. They look a bit like military bases.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 65 posts
Mon 22 May 2017
at 18:37
  • msg #2

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Now peering over Forim and Rogers shoulders the twitchy Verpine points at the bases.
"We will need to get clear of the pod as soon as we land right? They'll likely have seen us.
Kraken, you got your things ready?" He calls.
Bouncing back to his seat he checks his belt and coat pockets, nodding, apparently satisfied Xyklo Rummages in his pack.
Forim Luk
GM, 620 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/13s stims:0
Mon 22 May 2017
at 19:25
  • msg #3

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Speaking of things, I believe I forgot my toolkit on the ship I blew up..." morosely.

Shaking his head out of his funk he says "Not a bad idea, but if we had been seen, there would be ties swarming all over us I think.  But eventually someone might notice the pods, so a good idea to move out.

Get the emergency first aid kit and supplies from the pod as well.  And anything else that we can scavenge."

Forim waits until they get below the tree line before firing the repulsors.  It is going to be a rough landing, but that should prevent it from being fatal...
The Force
GM, 857 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 24 May 2017
at 01:39
  • msg #4

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Your pods get lower in the atmosphere and your descent picks up speed. The pods are designed to work in one particular way: firing retrorockets fifteen minutes before estimated landing, then deploying parachutes between 1 and 2 kilometers up.

This system is totally automated and, with a survival rate of over 95%, is one of the safest methods of emergency reentry. The enormous amount of emissions created by the pods' retrothrusters would doubtless be considered a plus by its designers, ushering help to survivors in need of medical attention.

Of course, the automated systems could be disabled. That would mean handling the reentry manually, in a craft that was never designed to be aerodynamic.

The pods are hurtling along now, with a brightly-coloured countdown indicating that it will only be a few seconds until retrorockets engage. Another iconographic display instructs all passengers to strap into their crash harnesses.

If you want to try to guide the pod in manually, engaging rockets at the last minute for minimum ion signature, the difficulty is 1D 1C. This is a Pilot: Space check.
One pod can lead, and the other try to follow their timing. This allows the second pod to make an Assisted check, as detailed on page 33.
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:42, Wed 24 May 2017.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 38 posts
Wed 24 May 2017
at 01:46
  • msg #5

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger straps in next to the control panel, "Ready to assist the landing, Flight Commander.  And don't worry about your tools, I have mine."
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 449 posts
Not just a pretty face...
13 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Wed 24 May 2017
at 07:17
  • msg #6

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy looks to the others in her pod - still utterly silent since they entered.  No doubt the shock of the evacuation was dampening their spirit despite her efforts to lead by example.  She therefore gives them a shrug and smile and seeing the screen light up to count down their descent, does as instructed and straps herself into the 'pilot's' seat.  She was no pilot but someone needed to do something!  She places her hands on the 'stick' and ponders whether she should remove the autopilot.  The chances of her successfully handling the landing of this overly aerodynamic 'rock' was severely limited and so while she held the stick ready, she did not activate it, instead looking at the various readings and trying track of the other pods's progress and position.
Forim Luk
GM, 621 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/13s stims:0
Wed 24 May 2017
at 11:53
  • msg #7

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Thanks Roger.  You take over attitude control and keep us level." as he mentally preps for the landing.

Hoping to give the pod behind them some help, Forim flashes the rear lights 3 times to get their attention.

30 seconds later it is time to fire the retro rockets just as they clear the tree tops.  He fires not just against their momentum, but keeping the pod aloft a bit longer to kill off more of their momemtum before hitting the ground.  At the last second he fires a lateral thrust moving his pod off to one side clearing the way for the pod behind to make a less skilled landing.

With a crash and a shudder, they hit the ground hard, but without injury.

07:47, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A 1D 1C.  Soft Landing.
Spending two advantages to pass a boost to the other craft.
You can use my skill ranks (3) when rolling your piloting check to bring yourself down.
So, as long as you have 3 agility, you are rolling 3P 1B 1D 1C (+1B if you have someone co-pilot over there)

This message was last edited by the GM at 11:54, Wed 24 May 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 68 posts
Wed 24 May 2017
at 12:25
  • msg #8

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo clutches at his harness as they descend, staring at the landscape through the nearest window. He holds his breath, antenna flat against his head.

As they crunch into the undergrowth he finally exhales. Then, unfastening the straps, he leaps to the pods door, rifle swung to a ready position. .
"Anyone tell you you're a great pilot Forim?"
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 450 posts
Not just a pretty face...
13 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Wed 24 May 2017
at 12:41
  • msg #9

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy screwed her eyes up as she stared at the panel trying to make out what was happening against the glare (not having worked out the auto-dim function of the glass) and spotted the lights.  The relief was almost palpable to know that he was looking out for the other pod - though at the same time the stress of knowing that he wanted her to emulate him (rather than let the ship land itself) was shockingly stressful.   She hesitated as she watched Forim skillfully manipulate the pod... looked to the others and flinched - they were still shell shocked... and then tapped off the autopilot as she at first hesitantly, then with more confidence, followed the pilot's approach.   Only last minute does she realise that she's followed it 'exactly' and not adjusted so as not to land 'on top' and she almost wrenches the stick to the side causing those inside to tumble and her shoulder to wrench... but the landing sticks!

The relief brings tears....

[13:31, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 5 successes, 2 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 2d.  Perception to spot and understand the lights...

Two threats taken as Strain.  The stress of this!

13:38, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 3 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2p 1a 2b 1d 1c.  Piloting - Soft landing.

PS - I didn't take into account a co-pilot though I did gain +1 Boost from using Arcanian talent which gives me one additional strain - 3 taken for the post.]
This message was last edited by the player at 12:42, Wed 24 May 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 622 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/13s stims:0
Wed 24 May 2017
at 13:12
  • msg #10

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Having finally gotten at least part of his crew down safely he breaths a sigh of relief.  Looking out the window port for the other pod he says "Thank you Xyklo.  Not quite good enough though, but I suppose it could have been worse." still beating himself up for the combat above.

He flinches slightly as the pod comes a bit too close to their pod, Forim seeing Caddy white knuckling the stick for the split second it goes by before slamming into the ground.

Relaxing into his chair he says "Looks like they are down safe too.  They landed a bit harder then we did, but as long as everyone was strapped in there should be no injuries."

"Anyone hurt or damaged?" he asks the group as he goes to check the survival pack on the pod.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 69 posts
Wed 24 May 2017
at 13:52
  • msg #11

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo grins at the Duros as he comes back from the pilots chair.
"We are here, and we're alive. Thats good enough for me.

Permission to take a covering position for teams exit skipper?" he asks with one hand on the door.
Forim Luk
GM, 623 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/13s stims:0
Wed 24 May 2017
at 14:43
  • msg #12

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "Granted"
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 70 posts
Wed 24 May 2017
at 16:02
  • msg #13

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Slipping quietly out of the grounded pod, Xyklo skips outside his rifle at his right shoulder following his gaze. A quick scan of the local cover is all the time he wants out in the open before dropping into some nearby brush.
++Ok guys.++ he comms in softly.
The Force
GM, 858 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 24 May 2017
at 16:09
  • msg #14

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Escape pods hurtle closer and closer to the planet's surface. Their pilots Steely nerves are the only thing stopping them from hammering the button to fire the Retro Rockets. They carefully adjust the angle of the incoming pods.  At the last moment, Forim hammers the button. In the other pod, Caddenra has been watching the lead pod, Sweating Bullets the whole time. When she sees the spark of the Rockets firing, she hammers the button in her pod.

Both pods jerk in the air as they begin slowing down suddenly. After only a few moments, parachutes are deployed to slow the craft further. The G forces on the passengers in the pods are immense. You grip your restraints and try to keep your head from whipping back and forth.

resilience check 1d 1c. Use any bonuses or penalties accrued from the Discipline check earlier. Any net Failures represent strain. Boost die earned with advantages can be spent immediately to try to remove strain on yourself or others. Any net Despair are damage.

The pods land hard. Through the porthole it originally looked as though you were going to crash into the craggy mass of stone buttes. Instead, you land on the flat, Sandy Earth above the escarpment.

Woozily, Alpha Team gets out of the pods. You count yourselves up and assess your condition. You also look around. You are in a clay covered field South of what looks like a vast, flat Badlands. South of the escarpment is a network of stone buttes, between which wind shady trails.

knowledge related to geography 1D.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 71 posts
Wed 24 May 2017
at 16:24
  • msg #15

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

OOC: 17:20, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled no successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 1D 1C ((8(A), 3(A), 3(A), 2(D), 3(C))).
Can I recover a strain and pass a boost die with those two adv's?
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 452 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Thu 25 May 2017
at 17:19
  • msg #16

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The landing had been a hectic one and as the tears continued to stream down her cheeks, she looked to the pair who still sat silently in their crash couches, possibly hoping they'd say something... anything!
The Force
GM, 862 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 26 May 2017
at 00:32
  • msg #17

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

You emerge from the crash, shaky but alive. Xyklo seeks to vanish into the brush, but is thwarted when he finds nothing growing higher than his ankles, and a few strands at a time at that. All around you is trackless wasteland. Dust and sand blow in the winds.

Directly to the south is a rough, rocky slope. In some places you can see it is steep, while in others the piled rocks make it more of a precipitous incline.

You examine the maps produced by the escape pods' sensors.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 79 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 6/10 Stims: 5
Fri 26 May 2017
at 18:12
  • msg #18

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken felt the sweat roll down his back from the stressful time aboard the ship from the intense ship to ship battle and near astroid misses.  Looking about, Kraken was glad it wasn't a frozen wasteland, not that sand and sun was much better.

Alive and landing well put some spring back into kraken's step, although he was glad they had not landed in swamp or water.  Looking about Kraken pulls out his datapad, tring to determine where they were and where the closest village, city and capital might be. "Good landing, could have been much, much worse." he mutters to Forim.

OOC:
'Kraken' rolled no successes, 3 advantages.  Resilience check   (Heal Strain)
 'Kraken' rolled 2 successes, 4 advantages.  knowledge Outer Rim - World Lore ??
The Force
GM, 864 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 27 May 2017
at 00:36
  • msg #19

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

not really what I had in mind, but fine. No problem.

Kraken, something of an expert in fluidic geography, takes a look at the geography to the South. The Rocky buttes are clearly the sign of water eroding away the soft sand and clay, leaving Stone Towers in their place. It is likely much cooler and wetter down there. There could be small caves and crevices, worn away by water flowing underground until it exposed weaknesses in the Stone.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 80 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 6/10 Stims: 5
Sat 27 May 2017
at 04:06
  • msg #20

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Looking about, judging the geography Kraken nods towards the mountains, "Might have a better chance of survival if we head towards those buttes.  Probably find water and caves for shelter until we get a plan together." he offers to the group.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 453 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Sat 27 May 2017
at 09:54
  • msg #21

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Had the landing really been that bad?  The two were clearly still shocked and so Caddy popped her restraints and struggled out of them before making her way to the hatch which, after checking the atmo, cracked too.  He pod opened and she looked quickly to see if she could see the other pod and hopefully signs of movement there.  "You guys ok?"
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 72 posts
Sat 27 May 2017
at 11:08
  • msg #22

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo nods at Caddy and Kraken. Unable to find bushes he utilises the Southern most pod for cover.
"Good call.
We should get moving now. This place feels like a damn shooting range,"
The Force
GM, 865 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 27 May 2017
at 13:30
  • msg #23

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Traversing the Rocky slope is rough. You're never short of handholds, as the stones jut up everywhere. The soft earth and clay make it hard to be sure of any of them, though.

Working as a team might help a bit.
If two people tie themselves together with ropes, they can make assisted checks. Athletics 1d 1s
Anders Flown
player, 2 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 27 May 2017
at 23:32
  • msg #24

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 21):

"Yes...yes... I seem to still have all my limbs. Lets get out of this thing and assess if we are in any imminent danger."

Anders climbs out after Caddy and stops on the top of the pod for a second. He places his hand on top of his head to shield his eyes as he scans the surrounding terrain. He is dressed in his standard outfit of black boots shined to a mirror finish, black trousers with red piping down the side, white shirt and a vest under a long duster coat. A heavy blaster pistol is partially hidden in its cross draw underarm holster, the other drop leg holster is noticeably absent of any blaster pistol.

He crouches down while still on top of the pod to address the diplomat. "I see some cliffs off to the distance that will probably give us some shelter or at the very least shade while we find the others. I have lost my pack and it would seem one of my blasters in the rush to leave the ship so that's most of my equipment, but I have food and water for the short term. Dose that sound like a suitable plan ?"

Anders climbs off the pod and pulls up a scarf from his neck to cover his mouth and nose as he lowers his googles. A thought then comes to him "Do these pods come with a survival pack ?"

-
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 39 posts
Sun 28 May 2017
at 01:39
  • msg #25

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

22:31, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 2 successes, 4 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a 1d 1c ((4(A), 7(D), 11(C))).
2 Strain net?

The seat restraints, built for organics, were fairly loose over Roger's chassis, allowing him to bounce and jostle in the landing.  It takes a moment, but the droid emerges from the pod, his antennae bent at odd angles.  He reaches back, taking his blaster to hand, and scans their surroundings.
The Force
GM, 867 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 28 May 2017
at 01:53
  • msg #26

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The escape pods are supposed to have  gear sufficient to help a resourceful survivor last until rescue arrives. However, someone at some point in the past seems to have looted them. The Survival gear boxes are empty except for a few sad bandages and alcohol swabs.
Anders Flown
player, 4 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 28 May 2017
at 03:31
  • msg #27

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 26):

Letting the lid of the survival kit drop with a resounding clang Anders looked to the cliffs he had seen earlier. He lifts the bottom of his scarf to spit a glob of accumulated dust onto the parched ground, before letting it drop back down.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 73 posts
Sun 28 May 2017
at 09:05
  • msg #28

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Without a break in his paranoid scanning of the horizons, Xyklo approaches the edges of the rocky slope down.
"Ok are we good with Krakens call. This place looks dry, and exposed. It's making my carahide itch.
If everyone is unhurt could we set a rope rely and make our way down?
Pretty sure it's only going to get harder if someone starts shooting at us...."

OOC: I got no rope. :(
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 455 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Sun 28 May 2017
at 10:33
  • msg #29

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy looked to Anders (who'd finally responded) with some relief, "Sure.  That sounds great."  And then, "I assume so."  when they find that the kits have been depleted by some unscrupulous individual, she sighs but says no more on that, "Time to move then."

[OOC:  Just to confirm.  We landed not-far-apart - so finding each other isn't an issue :)   Also, guys... can we please 'catch up' and all talk to each other? :-)]
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 76 posts
Sun 28 May 2017
at 18:44
  • msg #30

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

++Hey you all ok in the other shuttle? Bit bumpy...++ Xyklo comms out.
++Any chance you got food and water in there?
Or Rope?++
Anders Flown
player, 5 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 28 May 2017
at 20:48
  • msg #31

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Xyklo Voozul (msg # 30)

Anders clicks his comm before saying "Yes we are good. Survival packs have been pilfered but I have food and water, no rope though. We are heading to your position now."

"Well at least we know we are not alone." He shrugs his shoulders and prepares to move out.


-
This message was lightly edited by the player at 20:49, Sun 28 May 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 624 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/13s stims:0
Mon 29 May 2017
at 14:10
  • msg #32

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Looks like our survival packs are a bust." Forim says to his group.

Without tools, it would be hard to pull any useful component out, but he wanted to give it a try.

The life-form sensor was what he was aiming to pull out.  It was a compact sensor after all.  He would be able to get the raw data on a datapad.  They would have to write a program to interpret it, but hopefully he could take the component in short order using his vibroknife.

A spark shoots up the conductive material zapping Forim and causing him to drop the knife.  This reminds him to shut down main power before continuing.


10:06, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success, 2 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 2A 1C 2D.  Rolling Mechanics.
Taking threats as strain.
Let me know what I can pull out of the ship in short order, doesnt have to be the life-form sensor, but you can get handheld versions of those so I was hoping...


His job done, he steps outside of the ship to see that Caddy's group has arrived at his pod.
The Force
GM, 869 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 29 May 2017
at 16:05
  • msg #33

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim grabs a life form sensor out of the escape pods. So far, he detects little life in the area besides the team.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 81 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 6/10 Stims: 5
Mon 29 May 2017
at 17:47
  • msg #34

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken checks their pod, looking for any radio's, survival gear, blankets or anything that might be useful in suriviing out there for prolonged periods.  Electronics were the main thought Kraken considered, but he wasn't an escape pod survivalist at heart, so not sure what this pod might contain.

Seeing the others rejoin them, Kraken nods, messing with the wiring of the pod, "Glad to see you guys are still alive.  That was damn close.  Too close for my liking."

OOC:
'Kraken' rolled 3 successes.  Computer - Spare parts in the Pods.
(GM, if it doesn't apply for spare electronic patrs, I'll use to remove any electronic signature linking the pods to our ship.
Figured to try and see if I could salvage anything that might be useful.
If the Empire finds the pods, I don't want them to know someone survived the crash.  That'd ruin our whole plan of getting the ship blown up.
Do the pods have any obvious signature or painted name on them indicating the ship they came from? 
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 458 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Mon 29 May 2017
at 19:12
  • msg #35

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy join Anders and Zeic as they leave their pod and head the 'short' walk from their pod to the other one.  "Always a good sign!"   She seemed rather pleased by that revelation and her spirit wasn't dampened as Kraken complained.  "Close?  Not by far!  I had to show Forim that he'd better stay on his toes or I'll be taking over pilot's duty!"  She smiles....  It was a quip... wasn't it?  "So any idea which way we head to make our mark... and find some transport?"
The Force
GM, 870 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 29 May 2017
at 20:11
  • msg #36

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken finds a datapad and some Slicer spikes. He is able to remove the IFF signatures of the pods. Of course, the team had already disabled the automatic distress beacons, but now no information will be offered to anyone salvaging the pods.
Forim Luk
GM, 625 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/13s stims:0
Mon 29 May 2017
at 22:43
  • msg #37

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Good job Kraken, great initiative" he says when the IFF information and logs are purged.

Forim looks at Caddy as she makes her quip and says "If there is a better pilot, I am happy to step down, its all about the success of the team not personal glory"

Forim has no suggestions about where to go next, so remains silent on that question
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 82 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 6/10 Stims: 5
Mon 29 May 2017
at 22:52
  • msg #38

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken shook his head at Caddy's mirth, figuring she was being sarcastic as they hadn't gotten out of the ship near before it exploded.  He was surprised the pods didn't have any damage from the blast, good thing they didn't or everyone may not have made it planet side.

Looking to Forim Luk, he nods, appreciating the notice.

"What's the next step?  Shall we try the buttes where we will likely find water and perhaps caves.  That said, I expect we might find some natives or possibly wild life using the water pools and caves as well." he offers loosening his pistol in his holster.
Anders Flown
player, 6 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 29 May 2017
at 23:27
  • msg #39

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to 'Kraken' (msg # 38):

"We need to get away from these escape pods and those cliffs will at least give us some shade until night fall. Then I suppose we should try and locate some locals for help as to our objectives and to find out if there are any villages or towns we can resupply from ?"

Anders was ready to move out, he had his gear stowed and was looking towards the cliffs to see if he could see any movement. As they walked he would keep and eye out for smoke that could indicate cooking fires or the like on the horizon.

Anders Flown rolled 1 failure, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1s 2a.  Athletics.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 02:09, Tue 30 May 2017.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 459 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Mon 29 May 2017
at 23:46
  • msg #40

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy gives the others a small shrug, "I can make a choice but this is way out of my expertise."  She looks to Andres then as he suggests a destination, "That sounds sensible.  Anyone got a better idea?  If not, let's move...."   And assuming no one does, she'll start walking in the indicated direction expecting everyone to gather their stuff and start moving too.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 83 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 6/10 Stims: 5
Tue 30 May 2017
at 02:29
  • msg #41

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Looking at where Anders was pointing, Kraken nods, as this was where he was thinking of also.  He called them buttes, Anders calls them cliffs ... same thing?  Shrugging, Kraken wasn't going to correct the man, they were in survival mode, not debate team.

Putting the datapad and slicer spikes into his backpack, Kraken nods to the descent they would need to make to get off the ledge, "Forim, how about we tie a rope to each other and assist each other in the climb.  If one of us falls, the other can prevent the fall from turning into a disaster." he offers.

OOC:
GM previous comments:
Athletics to go down the escarpment.
If two people tie themselves together with ropes, they can make assisted checks. Athletics 1d 1s.

Forim, want to make the athletics check and climb with me?
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 77 posts
Tue 30 May 2017
at 09:36
  • msg #42

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo finally lowers his gun, slinging it across his shoulder. Taking a short length of rope he approaches Caddy, knotting one end around his waist he cheerfully offers the other end to her.
"Would you like to team up?
Doesn't look too hard, right?"
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 460 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Tue 30 May 2017
at 09:44
  • msg #43

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy happily accepts the rope from Xyklo and ties it around her waist.  "Piece of cake."  She grins hoping her confidence carries over.  Climbing... or indeed anything particularly physical... is not her forte.

[OOC: I have 2a 1b for athletics.   I have no skill in it.  Feel free to make the roll, bud! :-)]
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 78 posts
Tue 30 May 2017
at 10:04
  • msg #44

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo braces himself as he takes the weight of Caddy on the rope, feeding her safely down first. He can't get her comment out of his head though.
"Cake? Did you say you have cake?
You didn't bring any jam too?"
His antenna perk up, swaying like a pair of thick grasses in the breeze.

OOC:
11:00, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 2 successes, 1 threat  using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 1D 1S ((7(A), 2(A), 5(A), 7(D), 6(S))).
I will take the threat as strain.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 461 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Tue 30 May 2017
at 10:26
  • msg #45

M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Sadly not.   But when we get home, I'll bake one."  She followed the Verpine Solider as he lead the way, slipping and sliding and alternately clinging to the skree and Xyklo.

[11:24, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled no successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1b 1d 1s.  Assisted Athletics.]
Forim Luk
GM, 627 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/13s stims:0
Tue 30 May 2017
at 12:02
  • msg #46

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

<quote 'Kraken'>
Forim, want to make the athletics check and climb with me?
*Swoons* I thought you would never ask *doey eyed*
I have 1A, so just 1B to you :)
</Orange>

Forim nods and says "Good Call" and works with Kraken to tie them together.

Forim, unfortunately, was the weak link in this chain.  That said, with Krakens help he was able to get up without difficulty.  Forim tried his best to act as a spotter for Kraken, pointing out what he thought was the easiest line down the escarpment.


08:00, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 2A 1D 1S.  Rolling Athletics Assisted.
ooc: Using 2 advantages to pass a second boost (one from assist, one from advantages) to Kraken's roll
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 79 posts
Tue 30 May 2017
at 12:22
  • msg #47

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Heh heh heh....

But seriously, there will be cake, right?" Xyklo mumbles, apparently more concerned with the future including cake rather than the current cakeless danger as he carefully helps Caddy over some crumbling clods of earth.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 40 posts
Wed 31 May 2017
at 00:02
  • msg #48

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Still apparently rattled, Roger begins moving, "You guys are so careful, it doesn't look that bad..."  he starts moving down the hill...

20:57, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 1 success, 1 threat  using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a 1d 1s ((2(A), 6(D), 2(S))).
+1 Strain; total is 4 now

"Whoa!  Whoops!  Careful now..."  While he manages to stay upright, the loose rocky surface causes the droid to stumble periodically, slowing him down.  "This is trickier than I thought!"
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 84 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 6/10 Stims: 5
Wed 31 May 2017
at 04:31
  • msg #49

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 46):

Glad to have a willing partner who didn't let his ego or pride keep him from accepting a hand, Kraken made it down the cliff without too much difficulty, even easier with the help of Forim.

Once at the bottom, Kraken grinned, "Nice little climb, now how about a long walk." he offers with a tone of grim determination.

Looking toward the Butte and gesturing towards it, "If we move South direction, following that river, we should get us close to that Butte." Kraken offers.  "If you don't have water, lets test this water to see if it's pure or good enough to drink.  Anyone have a scanner?"

OOC:
'Kraken' rolled 1 success, 4 advantages.  Athletics 1d 1s.
Use Advantage to make the descent faster.
quote:
You are at the north edge of the first map, just above the escarpment. You are on your own now. Go! Be free!

Where basically are we on the North end of the map?  Between the two rivers or closer to the river by the Butte?  Perhaps on the left end of the north edge of the map?  Just asking so I can tell if we need to cross rivers or stay on the left or right side of the river.

This message was last edited by the player at 04:35, Wed 31 May 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 80 posts
Wed 31 May 2017
at 09:23
  • msg #50

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo follows Krakens directions with his eyes.
"Yeah fresh water and some shelter would be great."  he says quietly.
The Force
GM, 873 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 1 Jun 2017
at 01:09
  • msg #51

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

An hour or so later, the team has crossed the rocky & irregular ground and reached the much smoother terrain to the south.

The rocks rise up above you like pillars holding the sky. Most are a few dozen meters in height and a few hundred across. It is like being in a canyon, and there are many twists & turns.

The ground is soft, like wet sand on smooth rock. Walking soon puts cramps in your legs as the soil slides under your feet. Progress is a little slow.

Although it is early afternoon, the sun is often blocked by the pillars. It is very shady and cool here. The ground is damp with condensation.

Orienteering could be a challenge. The pillars obstruct direct movement, making it hard to move in a straight line. Even keeping a map could be difficult with no right angles or aerial view to rely on.

Survival 2D to avoid being lost. If you have a compass or Crash Survival kit, upgrade check by 1. The general scanner adds 1B.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 86 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 6/10 Stims: 5
Thu 1 Jun 2017
at 02:58
  • msg #52

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 51):

Kraken was born into battle, one of the reasons as a computer nerd, he was rather strong and sturdy.  As a soldier, if you couldn't swim twelve miles with a field pack, you wouldn't cut it in the Kraken military.  Of course, living in the water you would think swimming in the cold was easy, but when you had to swim against a strong current or swim in extrem cold water, avoiding sharks and patrols, it wasn't as easy as it sounded.  Kraken wasn't a born and raised soldier, but he had the build of a soldier.

Watching his team mates, Kraken watched for fatigue, sunstroke and dehydration.  Loosing someone to an easy remedied small problem could become a much larger one if ignored.

OOC:
I have Macrobinoculars, if I climb to the top of a pillar, to get a better view of the Area, can I get a boost to avoid getting lost?
BTW, did we loose the Astromech droid?  Or is he following behind quietly like a good droid should?  :p
Anders Flown
player, 7 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 1 Jun 2017
at 06:05
  • msg #53

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders stayed at the rear of the party covering the back as they moved through the grasslands. The pillars were interesting, would be a good place for a settlement he thought to himself. As they moved below them he looked for signs of life having moved though the soft dirt and left tracks.

If anyone asked for water Anders would offer up his canteen as well as his rations should they be needed.

OOC: Unsure if you need a roll from each of us or one for the group.
Anders Flown rolled 1 success, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 2a 1b.  Survival.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 463 posts
Not just a pretty face...
11 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Thu 1 Jun 2017
at 07:18
  • msg #54

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy is simply... not built for this.   Outwardly she soldiers on, chats with everyone, encourages, laughs... but inwardly, she just isn't coping and Kraken and Anders - you are both quickly able to see that her effort sort help and support everyone else is having an obviously detrimental affect on her health as she stumbles from one pothole to another and through distraction, dehydrates herself.

[08:14, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 3 failures, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 3a.  Survival.  Recover 1 strain with an advantage.  Give a boost to the 'guide'.]
Anders Flown
player, 8 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 1 Jun 2017
at 08:51
  • msg #55

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 54):

"Here pretty lady have some of this." He holds up his canteen and gives it a slosh from side to side to indicate it is full. "Go easy though, I don't know where anymore will be coming from."

-
This message was last edited by the player at 07:57, Fri 02 June 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 629 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/13s stims:0
Thu 1 Jun 2017
at 12:09
  • msg #56

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim puts himself into the middle of the party, and focuses on putting one foot in front of the other.

Forim had spent his whole life sitting in a chair, flying through the skies.  Walking around was not his forte.  He keeps loosing his footing, but does not complain...
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 81 posts
Thu 1 Jun 2017
at 13:03
  • msg #57

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo takes a loose position between the authority figures of Forim and Caddy, he is no survival expert but makes sure the pair know he is ready to scout ahead if things look risky.

OOC:
14:00, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled no successes, 1 threat  using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 2D ((3(P), 5(D), 2(D)))
The Force
GM, 874 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 1 Jun 2017
at 23:40
  • msg #58

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

It isn't long before the team finds a crack in a rock with a small seep of water bubbling forth from it. With care and patience, the team fills their canteens and has plenty of water.

After a brief inventory, the team concludes that they have plenty of food and enough water for a day or so. Kraken has the greatest fluid needs. E4 and Roger have little use for water. However, the lack of generators does mean that it might be hard to recharge them if their batteries run low.

A few hours have passed since you touched down, and the sun seems to be on course to set in a few more. You have found water but little shelter.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 87 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 8/10 Stims: 5
Fri 2 Jun 2017
at 00:26
  • msg #59

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Getting a chance to rest and drink, Kraken sighed, watching Caddy, the one he was worried about the worst, Forim seemed to be holding up well for an officer and a pilot.  "If we keep an eye out for birds, we might be able to find trees and shelter.  Or even caves.  Where there is water, we'll find animals, both hunters and prey." he offers as casual survival observation.

OOC:
Discipline - Strain recovery +2
The Force
GM, 875 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 2 Jun 2017
at 00:42
  • msg #60

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Now that you are looking for them, you do see a few birds here and there. Small ones, tiny enough to fit in the palm of your hand for the most part. They make a sound like 'chirrup' and flit between the stones. They ignore you, except to stay well away, as they hop about in their search for sustenance.

Once in awhile a larger bird can be seen drifting through the skies. The black-winged birds fly lazily, riding thermals and gliding through the air. One lands on a nearby pillar and watches you from its perch. Its curved beak clacks as it slowly opens and closes it, with one eye trained on you.

Scurrying around at ground level are small, furry mammals. Though they have four legs, they often pause to stand on two while they sniff the air. They have short tails and wide paws that they use to dig into the soft sand. They seem to be on the prowl for tiny insects. You see many of these as well. Six-legged black insects, no bigger than a finger joint, move in rough parades as they march from one place to another or around cracks in the rock. The little mammals barrel in, grab one, and stuff it in their mouths before running off. They are always fast enough to avoid the crawling counterattack that converges on their position.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 464 posts
Not just a pretty face...
11 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Fri 2 Jun 2017
at 07:39
  • msg #61

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

There's no doubt Caddy is struggling. Her cheeks are bright red and her skin, paler than ever, is taking on the red hotness of a sunburn that will inevitably precede sun stroke if left for too long.  She does try and cover herself but shading the skin only causes further heating and dehydration - something that Anders is fortunately looking out for and she gratefully accepts the canteen and carefully (almost birdlike) sips at it.  Her body may be failing her, but her will is as strong as ever and despite wanting to slosh the water over herself, she focuses, takes another sip, and then hands the bottle back.  "Thank you, Anders."

At Kraken's suggestion, she focuses on the creatures around her hoping to find possible shade, maybe a trail or something useful to the party....

[08:38, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 4 successes, 3 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 2d ((4(A), 3(A), 3(A), 4(D), 7(D))).  - Knowledge (Xeno) - about the wildlife]
This message was last edited by the player at 09:42, Fri 02 June 2017.
Anders Flown
player, 9 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 2 Jun 2017
at 08:09
  • msg #62

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 61):

"No problem, just shout out if you need some more. I have food as well." He gives her a wink as he takes the canteen back. Looking around at the various wild life he adds "Won't go hungry with all these critters flapping and crawling around, catching them will be the trick though."

-
This message was last edited by the player at 08:09, Fri 02 June 2017.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 88 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 8/10 Stims: 5
Fri 2 Jun 2017
at 21:18
  • msg #63

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Sensing Caddy wasn't doing so well, Kraken takes a knee by the Diplomat gesturing towards her feet.  "Do you mind if I check out your feet for blisters?  If you get a blister and it pops, you'll be limping the rest of the way.  Do you feel any pain or hotspots now?  If so, I can clean the area, then apply Moleskin to the area to reduce the chance of you getting a blister."

If Caddy allows, Kraken takes off the officer's boots for her, peeling off her socks and cleaning her feet trying to use a rage to clean rather than alot of their water which they were low on.  Checking for any blisters on her feet, toes or any redness that would indicate a blister forming Kraken looked for any trouble spots.  "Do you feel any pain when I touch your feet?  Any hotspots that have been bothering you when you walk?"

Once done with cleaning and applying Moleskin (or whatever the game offers like moleskin), Kraken will ask for a clean pair of socks and dress Caddy with socks and shoes.  "That should help." he offers.

OOC:
'Kraken' rolled 3 successes.  Medicine- Taking Care of Caddy's Feet.
The Force
GM, 876 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 2 Jun 2017
at 21:40
  • msg #64

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy concludes that the large bird is a scavenger. It is likely waiting for someone to die so that it can feast. The small birds are probably seed eaters and insectivores. The small burrowing mammals likely supplement their insects meals with seeds, fruit, and scavenged meat. The insects are clearly some sort of hive creatures. They are most likely territorial, and probably eat fungus and other insects. Sleeping on one of their hives would be a mistake.

These creatures live meal to meal, requiring little food and water. They are ideally suited to a rough climate with little vegetation. The shade must prevent leafy vegetables from growing, despite the moisture. The inanimate life around here must be mostly fungoid.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 465 posts
Not just a pretty face...
11 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Fri 2 Jun 2017
at 23:24
  • msg #65

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy is a little (ok, maybe more than a little) mortified to have Kraken tend to her feet but after the initial hesitance, she allows the man to confirm the answers to those questions.   Her feet are apparently not too badly off though the angry tone to her skin imply blisters forming and the care and attention will have surely stopped what could have been painful blistering.   While he's taken doing that she'll distract herself by talking about the bugs and critters, "The larger birds are birds of pray while the smaller, see the shape of their beaks, are seed eaters.   The insects too would be seed and fungi eating - quite territorial and apparently hive minded.  Avoid their nests.   And the mammalian creatures... they're insect eaters and scavengers.  Nothing particularly dangerous to us though I'd keep an eye out for something bigger....." 

There is genuine gratefulness as Kraken re-boots her, "Thank you Kraken....  It is already feeling better!" 
Anders Flown
player, 10 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 2 Jun 2017
at 23:56
  • msg #66

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 65):

"And lets be off again. It would be good to find some more substantial type of accommodation if we are to be spending the night in the open." He takes up his position at the rear of the group as they move off again.

Anders Flown rolled no successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 1s 1p 1a 1b.  Perception.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 03:31, Sat 03 June 2017.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 89 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 5/10 Stims: 5
Sat 3 Jun 2017
at 07:21
  • msg #67

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken felt sweat roll down his back as he watched Caddy whilst looking out for any trouble from the birds.  Despite her words the birds and mammals were fairly harmless, he was worried that something bigger might be on the way.  Prey always had predators.

The sun was cooking his eye's and he felt his head was cooking as well.  What he wouldn't do for a dip in a river or cool lake.  Listening carefully, Karken heard something and smelled something ... odd.

OOC:
Senses:  Smell and Sound.
'Kraken' rolled 2 successes, 3 threats.  1p 1a 2d 1s.  Perception.
3 threat I'll take as strain from the Sun cooking me.

Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 466 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Sat 3 Jun 2017
at 13:32
  • msg #68

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy is in the middle and still watching the creatures as they hunt and interact and such and keeping an eye out for a place of shelter as the sun continues to beat down on her, hot... draining... tiring.

[14:29, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 1 success, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1c 1s 3a.  Keep her eyes peeled for a safety.  Threat taken as strain.]
This message was last edited by the player at 13:32, Sat 03 June 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 83 posts
Sat 3 Jun 2017
at 17:08
  • msg #69

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo sets out to make sure that no Imperial threats sneak up on them in their vulnerable condition. However, the little arthropods are so interesting he soon stops to take pictures of them on his datapad. In mere moments he's forgotten completely that the team are in hostile territory!

OOC: So
18:02, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 failure, 3 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1A 2D 1S ((5(A), 7(D), 8(D), 6(S))).
Go for it GM ;)
Forim Luk
GM, 631 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 12/14s stims:0
Sat 3 Jun 2017
at 21:56
  • msg #70

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim falls asleep as the group pauses to look after the princesses feet.  He does not complain, or fall behind though.  Luckily, his flight suit is temperature controlled, so the heat is not affecting him as much as the others.

His fuge state does not allow him extra time to keep an eye out on their surroundings...


17:50, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes, 3 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 1A 2d 1s.  Rolling Perception.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 43 posts
Sun 4 Jun 2017
at 03:58
  • msg #71

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger flanks the group of organics, patrolling alongside and keeping watch over them.  While they stop to rest, play with feet and the like, he lazily paces around their perimeter, occasionally looking around.

23:28, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled no successes, 1 threat  using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 1A 2d 1s ((2(P), 4(A), 2(D), 3(D), 5(S))).

"This place is kinda weird, isn't it?  I wonder how it formed..." he spends a bit of time staring at the pillar formations and the fungal life forms.
This message was lightly edited by the player at 03:58, Sun 04 June 2017.
The Force
GM, 879 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 4 Jun 2017
at 18:26
  • msg #72

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

As the day goes on, mist rises. A thin curtain of cool water vapor suffuses the air, especially around your legs and feet. It makes it a little hard to see where you are going, but the cool damp is a pleasant change from the dry heat above.

The team continues slowly but carefully along the pathways of the maze, trying to find some place to get their heads down before it gets dark. They take turns at random, relying on their sense of direction to stay oriented. They turn down a long, fairly straight canyon. In the distance, you can hear the echo of rushing water.

They take a left down a Y-junction, some things seem off. Caddy notices a cave in the wall, but it seems to have been covered over by a mound of sand. It looks strange enough to give her pause. The nearby sand seems to have been scraped, as if that pile were amassed from nearby sources.

Kraken smells something odd. As they enter the canyon, the pungent smell of sulfur grows. Here and there throughout the maze it was present, but now it is stronger than ever. He also hears a few rocks tumbling from above.

You are about a third of the way down the half-kilometer canyon when you see a pile of stones ahead. It seems to have blocked the pathway, with suspicious precision. You pause in your tracks, suddenly ready for action.

You hear a ululating battle-cry echoing through the canyon, which is immediately joined by many other voices. Bursting from the sand, from behind the piled rocks, and from the sand-filled cave come the bearers. They are humanoid creatures with reptilian features; scales, clawed fingers, and wide mouths with needle teeth. They are holding crude but sharp daggers made of flint and bone, as well as bone cudgels with stones tied on for weight.

From above, you see several leaning over the edge of the canyon walls and waving pole-weapons. They seem to be preparing grenades and loading them into their atl-atls.

Anyone who scored at least 1 net success can roll either Cool or Vigilance. Anyone who did not must roll Vigilance.
Any Advantages can be used for Boosts. Any threats you have yet to assign are Setbacks.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 45 posts
Sun 4 Jun 2017
at 20:22
  • msg #73

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

At the sound of the voices, Roger suddenly straightens, his head jostling the bent antenna coming off his back.  His head looks back and forth, up and down, taking in the situation.
"We've got compannyyy!", Battle Droids have always been skilled with subtlety, and Roger is no different.

17:18, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled no successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p ((10(P))).
Save one boost for possible action, pass one along to someone else.

Roger has his blaster half-raised, not yet committing to an action, or hostile gesture, "Orders, Commander??"
Anders Flown
player, 11 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 4 Jun 2017
at 20:37
  • msg #74

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders had his weapon in his hand almost instantly, the sound of metal on leather the only indication he was drawing it. "Back against the side of the canyon." was all he said hoping they would be able to avoid the missiles from one group of creature on the rim.

Anders Flown rolled 2 success using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a.  Cool - initiative.

-
Forim Luk
GM, 632 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 12/14s stims:0
Sun 4 Jun 2017
at 21:02
  • msg #75

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

16:55, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes, 4 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 3s.  Rolling Vigilance.

It takes Forim a few moments to react to the new threat...
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 468 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Sun 4 Jun 2017
at 22:59
  • msg #76

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy was still considering the odd formation of sand when she heard the shouts, calls and was oddly unsurprised - which come to think of it she wasn't given the 'constructed' nature of the sand at the cave entrance.   Clearly they'd stumbled upon these creatures' territory and they were defending it!

"Orderly retreat!   They are defending the cave over there and we've come too close.  Maybe if we back away they'll not follow us!"

She tries to take her own advice and moves to the cover of the one side of the canyon (as suggested by Anders) and then with gun drawn, takes a pot shot at one of the creatures with the odd ranged weapons.

[23:50, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 4 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A.  Cool.

23:57, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1b 2d.  Pistol Fire.

1 Hit for 6 Damage.  Passing the Boost on to the next person to fire.]
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 91 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 8/10 Stims: 5
Mon 5 Jun 2017
at 03:08
  • msg #77

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken was set back, shocked at the sudden attack by the hostile natives.  Drawing his pistol, Kraken looks about wondering what the rush of water sound was coming from, hoping a flash flood was not forthcoming.

OOC:
Think I'll be going last.  :(
According to your request, I changed the 3 strain to 3 setback initiative dice.

22:04, Today: 'Kraken' rolled 1 failure using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 3s ((5(A), 1(A), 5(S), 2(S), 3(S))).  Cool - Initiative 3 Threat = 3 Setback.

Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 84 posts
Mon 5 Jun 2017
at 06:39
  • msg #78

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo barely notices the natives, the social mechanics of the local micro fauna have so captivated him. At Caddys sharp command he readies himself for combat as best he can though, a little embarrassed.

OOC: Net 1 failure 1 advantage on vigilance.
The Force
GM, 881 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 5 Jun 2017
at 14:31
  • msg #79

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Initiative
Caddanra Manitu
Anders Flown
Throwers
Forim Luk
Roger
Strikers
Xyklo Voozul
Kraken

Six reptilian creatures leap out of the sand and attack head-on. They wield bone-knives and cudgels, and surround you even as you prepare for battle.

Meanwhile, above your heads are another six creatures. They are lighting old-fashioned grenade fuses and preparing to hurl them down amongst you.

We already have Caddy's action. Anders take your action
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:38, Mon 05 June 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 633 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 12/14s stims:0
Mon 5 Jun 2017
at 17:51
  • msg #80

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Maneouver: Draw
Action: Shoot
Maneouver: Move (2 Strain)
13:38, Today: Forim Luk rolled 3 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A 1D.  Holdout + 1 advantage.
Net 11 damage + 4 advantages

Remember Anders - you get +1 boost from Caddy's advantage.

Id like to spend 3 advantages to have one of their grenades explode up there.
- If that does not fly, then Crit to kill another mook.  (if named: 13:47, Today: Forim Luk rolled 30 using 1d100.  Crit.
-  - Discouraging Wound: Flip one light side Destiny Point to a dark side Destiny Point (reverse if NPC).)
Ill spend the other advantage to pass a boost to the next character (Roger)

Forim draws his balster, then fires a series of quick red bolts into the savages above.  He is hoping to hit one of those grenades causing it to explode before death rains down on his companions...

Then he moves back as ordered, feeling the strain of the days march on his body.
Anders Flown
player, 12 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 5 Jun 2017
at 21:00
  • msg #81

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


As the first shot begin to fly Anders adds to the flurry with his own side arm. Aiming at those preparing the grenades on the ridge he fires several shots into the group.

Anders Flown rolled 7 successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 3a 2p 1b.  Attack beasts on ridge.

Damage = 14

Advantages will add boost to my next check.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 92 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:14/14 S: 8/10 Stims: 5
Mon 5 Jun 2017
at 22:14
  • msg #82

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Shocked at the reptilian creatures, Kraken paused mentally as he took it all in, drawing out his Fusion Cutter, the flame came alive in his hand.  When one of them got to close, Kraken attempted to seperate hand from arm, thus de-limbing them in the process.

OOC:
Forgot, I didn't purchase a gun, using my Fusion Cutter on anyone getting to close to the group.  Move and Cut!
Melee: -  Fusion Cutter (Breach 1, Burn 3, Sunder & Viscious 3)
Damage: 9
'Kraken' rolled 4 successes, 1 threat
The Force
GM, 884 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 6 Jun 2017
at 02:06
  • msg #83

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Anders fires ruthlessly into the grenade-wielding foes, blasting one and burning the scales of another. Caddy finishes the job, killing the second before he can throw his weapon.

The remaining throwers throw down their missiles. These clay balls have burning fuses which fizz and smoke as they burn. Some of the balls crack open on hitting the ground, revealing their payload; a fine black powder that stinks of sulfur and salt. As the fire reaches it, it burns like a flare.

Some of the grenades burst, sending hot shards of clay hurtling all around. Most of the Rebels dodge away from the small explosives, but Kraken is struck by some of the shards. The other lizardmen are invigorated by the chaos, throwing themselves into the fight with abandon.

The Force rolled 1 success, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2p 1a 1D.  Throwers R: L.
7 Damage pre-soak.
1B to Strikers upcoming attack.

Forim blasts upward as he retreats. His blasts strike one of the creatures, causing it to stumble and drop its weapon. The bomb detonates up there on the ridge, throwing another lizardman from its perch. It screams a high-pitch warble as it falls.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xn6hhrX34Pw

Kraken severs the limb from the nearest creature. It collapses in horrible pain and shock.
Anders Flown
player, 13 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 6 Jun 2017
at 03:27
  • msg #84

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders turns and provides some cover for some of the team when the pots explodes, before turning back and firing on any beasts still on the ridge. He looks for a richly decorated creature or the one directing the others.

Anders Flown rolled 2 successes, 2 advantages, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 3a 2p 1b.  Attack beasts on ridge.

Damage = 9

Advantages = boost to next character and identify lizardman leader
Triumph = Grenadier to drop grenade.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 86 posts
Tue 6 Jun 2017
at 06:49
  • msg #85

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo manages to swing his rifle up and let off a volley of shots at the lizardmen on their level, the others having pelted the incendiary throwers. He grimaces as his aim is a little off.

OOC: 07:44, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 3 successes, 1 threat , 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 2D 1B.  Shoot auto to the ones not on the ridge.
2 strain for the extra maneuver.
10 damage
Triumph for crit = 108
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 474 posts
Not just a pretty face...
12 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Tue 6 Jun 2017
at 10:04
  • msg #86

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy was never meant to be in a fight like this.  It really wasn't her thing, but she wasn't a coward and so while she maintained cover, she took a pot shot at the nearest lizard creature but misses though it does give her time to gather her wits and take stock of the Chaos.

[11:02, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled no successes, 4 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1b 1d.  Short Range, 1D, Using Racial 1Strain.

Regain 4 Strain.]
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 46 posts
Tue 6 Jun 2017
at 17:18
  • msg #87

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Order Confirmed" Roger says as he servo motors start tracking backward along his previously travelled route.  He calculates a 95% probability that his team mates will not get in his way as he literally reverses course.

Calculating that the closer threat is the biggest concern to completing his orders successfully, rogers takes aim at the lead spear wielder.  With vicious efficiency his first two shot gets him in each knee sending him to the ground, then finishes him off with a shot to the head.

The ruthless efficiency of the attack gives the spear wielders pause, halting their charge...


13:09, Today: Forim Luk, on behalf of B1-P3 'Roger', rolled 2 successes, 3 advantages, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2P 1A 1D ((7(P), 12(P), 8(A), 1(D))).

Damage: 8
Spending 3 advantages to activate critical (Slowed Down {0})
Spending Triumph to demoralize the spear wielders from attacking for at least 1 round.  Perhaps he hit their leader.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 93 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:12/14 S: 8/10 Stims: 5
Wed 7 Jun 2017
at 01:43
  • msg #88

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken danced away from the acidic smoke but catching some of the blast of the gernade, feeling the burn on his leg and shoulder.  Growling in pain, Kraken focused his anger, slashing at another reptile, the smoke throwing off his aim a bit.

"How many are there?" Kraken calls out, looking about trying to count through the smoke.


OOC:
'Kraken' 1 success, 2 advantages.  Fusion Cutter - Melee.
Damage: 6   Breach 1, Burn 3, Sunder & Viscious 3
The Force
GM, 886 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 7 Jun 2017
at 02:04
  • msg #89

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

With cold calculation, the battle droid fires a steady stream of blaster fire into the onrushing reptilians. One is blasted away, and the rest are forced to backpedal, and the momentum of their charge is broken. For a moment, just a moment, they pause. Worried glances are exchanged as they consider a question they should have asked before: have we bitten off more than we can chew?

Nevertheless, the battle is joined. The reptilians might not be as fancifully equipped as their enemies, but stone cudgels and bone knives can be dangerous in close quarters. They attack furiously, hacking at your limbs and heads.

Roger gets the worst of it. His metallic limbs are shaken by the attacks, and one strikes his head. Some of the cable connections in his fragile neck are jarred loose.

The Force rolled 4 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3p 1a 1c 1b.  Melee.
8 damage pre-soak
Head Ringer; Increase difficulty of all Intellect and cunning checks by 1 until end of encounter.

Kraken carves one of the foes' limbs off, leaving it screaming in pain before succumbing to shock.

Xyklo opens up with his rifle, blasting the reptile creatures closest by. Two are blasted away.

Now only three remain Engaged with the Rebels. Forim & Caddy have withdrawn somewhat. The rest are locked in melee combat with their ambushers. Two of the throwers remain above, hurling their explosive missiles.

Caddy fires her blaster, kicking up dust and breaking rocks. Unfortunately the reptiles are concealing themselves a bit better now, wary of their enemy's counterattacks.

Anders picks his shots carefully, trying to spot a leader as he guns down another reptile. He looks for tactics, some sign of cohesion, some orders being given or discipline coerced. He sees no such thing. These rabble are a pack of wild animals, attacking together for the strength of numbers.

The last thrower breaks. It leaves its position above, turning to flee. As it still has a high-ground advantage, you immediately lose sight of it.

Forim & Roger's turns
Forim Luk
GM, 636 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Wed 7 Jun 2017
at 11:35
  • msg #90

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim goes down to one knee and carefully uses his sight to target the enemy combattants to not hit his allies.  His first shot slams into the club of one native causing it to fall to the ground.  With a curse he switches targets and fires again.  This one misses a second native, but passes close enough to its hand that it drops his spear.  Forim curses again, but is not wholey upset with the outcome.  Only one armed target remains...




07:30, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes, 6 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A 1C 1B.  Gold Plated Pistol  1 advantage.

Net: 0 successes, 7 advantages...
Action: Shoot
Maneouver: Aim
3 Advantages = one guy drops his weapon
3 Advantages = second guy drops his weapon
1 Advantage = recover strain.

remember to upgrade your attacks on melee people.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 94 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:12/14 S: 8/10 Stims: 5
Thu 8 Jun 2017
at 02:54
  • msg #91

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Heaving a sigh of relief, Kraken watches as the odd looking reptilians natives.  With no rifle or even a pistol, Kraken turned off his fusion cutter and rolled his shoulders, looking about noticing Roger looked worse for the wear.

"Looks like they took a good crack at you ehh Roger.  I can take a look at your wires and see if I can repair some of the damage done." he offers taking a knee and opening his backpack, drawing out his tool kit.

OOC:
Mechanics 1P 3A.  I can fix up Roger unless someone else more proficient wants to do the job.
The Force
GM, 887 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 8 Jun 2017
at 16:19
  • msg #92

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The team catches their breath, reloads their weapons, and reorients. After a little patching up, they head on a bit.

The team comes to a somewhat wider canyon than they have found so far in the maze. It is the home of a river that runs roughly southwest. It cuts a path through some rocky hills that must have been worn down by erosion for centuries.

A number of birds lift off from the riverbed and fly away from the approaching Rebels. They settle down a short distance further on. A few small mammals like the burrowers you have seen before scurry off too. On the rocks are small, hand-sized lizards sunning themselves. They crawl lazily away as you approach the waters. You come very close to a larger lizard, about a meter long, before it moves and its camouflage is spoiled. The lizard turns and hisses at you, then slowly stalks away.

After checking the water with your scanner, you conclude it is safe to drink and rich in minerals. You are filling up your canteens when you hear a noise.

Above you in the sky, a ship flies overhead. It is a Raptor shuttle, slowly cruising through the atmosphere. It seems to be heading northwest.
Anders Flown
player, 15 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 9 Jun 2017
at 00:11
  • msg #93

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"I suggest we fill whatever containers we have as it might be the last chance we get." Anders tops off his canteen and spends some time looking around as the other do the same.

When the shuttle flies overhead he tries to find some cover if it looks like they can be spotted in the deep canyon otherwise he will remain still while watching the ship. Anders tries to determine if the vessel is preparing to land, traversing to somewhere else or preparing to enter space. He looks for landing lights or other tell tale signs that they maybe near a settlement or a base. Perhaps they were being looked for so he tried to work out if the shuttle was in a search pattern.

"Is anyone able to check their comms ?


Anders Flown rolled 1 success, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 5a.  Piloting - Planetary.


-
The Force
GM, 888 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 9 Jun 2017
at 00:18
  • msg #94

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The shuttle definitely seems to be on a landing course. The Raptor has a pair of swing-wings that open to allow rapid deployment of its complement. These are being opened as it descends.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 48 posts
Fri 9 Jun 2017
at 01:32
  • msg #95

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger thanks Kraken for the repairs, “Those things were faster than I thought”
As they proceed, Roger continues to flank the others, blaster drawn, but trying to be more vigilant this time, scanning the area around them for any more ambushes, or the creatures following them.

While the others are imbibing, he watches the shuttle cruise along, “Looks like they might have found our escape pods…”  Roger holsters his blaster and withdraws his Comlink, “I don’t think I’ll have much success, but, I may as well try.

22:29, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 1 success, 1 threat  using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2p 3D ((4(P), 7(P), 8(D), 8(D), 1(D))).

Roger pokes at the buttons and twists the dial on his comlink, sweeping through static and noise, but catches a faint signal. “I think I got something!””
The Force
GM, 889 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 9 Jun 2017
at 01:49
  • msg #96

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

There isn't much comm chatter from the shuttle, but one message does go up. After running a rapid decryption, Roger gets the message.

"Raptor 1 on approach to impact site. Visual confirmation: two escape pods. Touching down as ordered."

"Understood, One. Stay in touch."
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 475 posts
Not just a pretty face...
12 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Fri 9 Jun 2017
at 07:33
  • msg #97

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

To have 'won' the day, even against severely inferior opponents, was a small blessing.   Did these creatures have food with them?  Fruit maybe?   She even considered the birds - were they edible?  To sate her hunger she took long, deep drink of the clean clear water (making sure, of course, that it is upstream from the combat!) and is in the process of filling up her own canteen (having taken Anders' advice) when her attention is drawn to the shuttle, "Careful!"  A short call to the others though she isn't quite ready (or response enough?) to dive for cover.   "Did they spot us?"

Roger's confirmation was clear enough, "We'd better get moving or they'll be able to track us back this way quickly enough.   It's not like we were disguising our passage!"
Forim Luk
GM, 637 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Sat 10 Jun 2017
at 00:38
  • msg #98

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"And when they get their scanners trained on the ground, it wont take them long to track us down.

Any ideas?" Forim asks the group
Anders Flown
player, 16 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 10 Jun 2017
at 00:43
  • msg #99

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to B1-P3 'Roger' (msg # 95):

"That is not good, it would seem our little rouse with the ship did not work." He rubs his chin while looking out over the water. "We could mask ourself's with mud to diminish our heat signatures and the deep canyon might mask us from their scanners or at least confuse them, especially with all the bird and animal life. If they begin a hard search though with feet on the ground their is little we can do to disguise our tracks."

-
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 88 posts
Sat 10 Jun 2017
at 08:03
  • msg #100

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo stares back the way they came from.
"We could ambush them, grab their uniforms, then steal the shuttle?" he offers a little too enthusiastically.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 49 posts
Sat 10 Jun 2017
at 14:16
  • msg #101

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger puts his comlink away as he tilts his head towards the verpine, "There's only one of us who might fit into an Imperial uniform and slightly blend in, he nods towards Caddy, "and I don't think they'll believe it."  He takes a few steps around the area, looking at the landscape around them, We should hide.  DO you think there might be somewhere good further on, or, wasn't there a cave where those reptilians attacked us?"
His heuristic processors run through several cycles over about 1/3 of a second, "If we were to return and liberate their shuttle from their control, I think it may increase the urgency of their response, and the resources they allocate to removing our presence.  What would we do with the shuttle that would further our mission?  We could use it to get home if we were to abandon the mission..."
Forim Luk
GM, 638 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Sat 10 Jun 2017
at 14:40
  • msg #102

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"I tend to agree with Roger's assessement.  Lets hide around those creatures that attacked us.  On a life form scanner we should blend in with the locals."  Forim adds
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 90 posts
Sat 10 Jun 2017
at 14:45
  • msg #103

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"They might have food and water in the shuttle....    or access codes...   or records of communications..." Xyklo trails off into mumbling. He looks forlornly now in the shuttles durection, accepting the others decision to hide it out.
Anders Flown
player, 17 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 10 Jun 2017
at 20:36
  • msg #104

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 102):

"I agree hiding is probably best at this point. Those shuttles can hold up to forty troopers and heavy weapons, which might be a tad out of our capacity to handle at the moment."
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 477 posts
Not just a pretty face...
12 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Sat 10 Jun 2017
at 21:23
  • msg #105

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy listened to the others.  Their situation didn't look good.  "Hmm.   Maybe if we find these creatures' camp, we could pretend to be them when they fly over to scan for us?"
Anders Flown
player, 18 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 10 Jun 2017
at 21:37
  • msg #106

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 105):

"It might be time to search that cave entrance we found, being under ground until at least nightfall might even our chances."
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 50 posts
Sun 11 Jun 2017
at 20:22
  • msg #107

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger draws his blaster, ready to move on as party guard again, "Ready to move when you have rested enough to continue."
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 96 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:12/14 S: 10/10 Stims: 5
Sun 11 Jun 2017
at 22:58
  • msg #108

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken, scowling at his comms equipment frowned, tapping the machine which seemed to have glitched.  Putting it away, he looks around and nods looking about for the cave.  Filling up his water canteens, incase water was scarce.  Following after the others, Kraken keeps scanning for the cave or for critters that might be coming in or out of said cave.
The Force
GM, 892 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 12 Jun 2017
at 03:26
  • msg #109

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Rebels return to the site of the ambush, where some dead lizard-men have attracted scavenging bugs and birds. The large bird they saw earlier is perched on the cliff above, busily eating one of the bodies there.

Now that the ambushing creatures have knocked their blockade out of the way, the cave is a little more accessible. It doesn't go very deep; about three meters into the rock.
Anders Flown
player, 19 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 12 Jun 2017
at 05:44
  • msg #110

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 109):

Crouching down at the entrance the cave Anders says "Well that will not help in anyway. Lets follow the river canyon downstream and see if any settlements are using the river. Hopefully we might find something more suitable along the way and at least it will put some more distance between us and the troopers on that shuttle."

-
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 51 posts
Mon 12 Jun 2017
at 13:50
  • msg #111

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Roger, roger."
Forim Luk
GM, 639 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Mon 12 Jun 2017
at 14:24
  • msg #112

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and follows along
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 91 posts
Mon 12 Jun 2017
at 15:42
  • msg #113

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo brings up the rear. His attention still diverted by the prospect of an assault from those who came in the Raptor, after a few minutes he slips the headphones across one antenna and begins to hum along to a light tune.
The Force
GM, 893 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 12 Jun 2017
at 16:15
  • msg #114

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The rebels return to the river, and follow it. Heading Downstream is easy. The ground is relatively flat, and it's straighter than the winding Way they followed inside the maze. Nevertheless, the walk is still stressful. The rebels hustle along, unable to stop themselves from glancing around for possible Ambush sites.

You hear something. A loud whine of a repulsorlift engine, echoed many times. It's hard to tell where it's coming from, or if it's getting closer based on its volume. The stone formations make telling the direction of the sound difficult.
perception 1D 1s. cool.
Forim Luk
GM, 640 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Mon 12 Jun 2017
at 16:43
  • msg #115

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates



Forim looks around, jumping at the sounds of the repulsors.  Forim had hoped his ploy in the asteroid belt would go unnoticed for longer, or that their more dangerous approach to the planet would prevent them from locating the crashed pods so quickly.  But, that was life.

Rembmering the scanner, he pulls it out and quickly hooks it up to the datapad.  He does a quick sensor ping and finds something!

ooc:

12:39, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 1A 1d 1s.  Rolling Perception.
12:39, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2A.  init.
12:41, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 2d.  Rolling Computers - scanner.

Using advantages to get more range out of it, so we have more time to prepare...
The Force
GM, 894 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 12 Jun 2017
at 18:08
  • msg #116

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The scanner detects several fast moving small objects, probably vehicles. They are moving as a group, weaving in and out of the rocks of the maze. Their movements appear purposeful but undirected. Then they arrive at the canyon in which the river runs. Soon they will be upon you.
Forim Luk
GM, 641 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Mon 12 Jun 2017
at 19:47
  • msg #117

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"They are going to be here in less then a minute!" Forim says worriedly.
Anders Flown
player, 21 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 12 Jun 2017
at 21:05
  • msg #118

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Looking left and right and then up Anders suggests something "Our best bet maybe up." He points up with his finger. "The river has made the canyon walls slightly easier to climb. Other wise they will run us down for sure."

He looks for his first hand hold and begins to scamper up the wall.

Anders Flown rolled 1 failure, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1D 1C 2A.  Climb.

Advantage can be a boost to anyone else who wants to try.

Realising he has little chance to make it up the wall Anders makes for the rocks at the bend in the river and uses them for cover.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 20:09, Wed 14 June 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 642 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Tue 13 Jun 2017
at 00:02
  • msg #119

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim looks at the cliff face, then shakes his head - that is not going to happen.

Instead he looks around for cover to try to hide from the ship, and preps his blaster for the inevitable fight.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 97 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:12/14 S: 10/10 Stims: 5
Tue 13 Jun 2017
at 02:05
  • msg #120

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Looking about, up and around, Kraken slips to the side, trying to use shadow and sand to hide.  Without a ranged weapon, hiding was his best option.  Hopefully after engaging the Empire, he might aquire a rifle or pistol.

OOC:
'Kraken' rolled 1 success, 1 advantage.  Stealth.
 - Advantage, find something useful 
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 478 posts
Not just a pretty face...
12 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Tue 13 Jun 2017
at 07:35
  • msg #121

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

With no immediate 'guidance' from the fighting folk Caddy will give the only order, "Take cover, prepare to ambush!"   She'll take her own advice and head for cover.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 92 posts
Tue 13 Jun 2017
at 18:23
  • msg #122

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo makes a half arsed attempt to hide. He's more bothered about springing an ambush on the approaching craft. Slinging his rifle under one shoulder, he clicks and whirs in time to a Wookiee drum rhythm, and aims down the canyon valley.

OOC: 19:19, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 failure, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4A 2D ((5(A), 6(A), 1(A), 3(A), 3(D), 5(D))).
Regain 1 strain with adv. thought I might get a better result than that oh well, pistols at dusk, Star Wars style ;)
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 99 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:12/14 S: 10/10 Stims: 5
Tue 13 Jun 2017
at 23:10
  • msg #123

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Forim, where do you think the ships will land?  If the guards come here to inspect, perhaps we could make our way around to the ships.  Overcome the pilots and take their ships.  We might have a better chance against a few pilots ... than against a platoon of empire guards."
Forim Luk
GM, 643 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Tue 13 Jun 2017
at 23:36
  • msg #124

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim scans the flat terrain and says "Everything looks different down here, and landing a hover tank is different then landing a speeder bike, which is even more different then a spacecraft.

That said, all the possible options have a blind spot in water.  Its murky and just deep enough that a few of us might be able to hide.  That stream passes right in the middle of the canyon, so I should be close to where they land..."  Unsure if Kraken can breath underwater, he doesnt order him to follow.

With that, he makes his way for the stream putting his blaster into the collar of his flight suit.  He then submerges himself by picking up a heavy rock and putting it on his stomach.  His flight suit keeps the water away from his mouth and provides him with the oxygen needed.




19:30, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 failure, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 3A 3d.  Rolling Planetary.
19:30, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A 3d.  Rolling Space remove 2 setback dice.

Failure on both checks, however I am going to use the advantages on both checks to have the possible spots all be near the river, keeping it just murky enough to hide us at depth.

They still might land 100m away from where we hide, but if they park near where we are hiding, then yay.

'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 100 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:12/14 S: 10/10 Stims: 5
Wed 14 Jun 2017
at 00:42
  • msg #125

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 124):

Kraken nods, agreeing and looks for a good place to hide his backpack.  Looking for a bush he could dig under, Kraken scratches out a hole by the wall and leaves his electronics in the hole, pushing dirt, leaves or anything else to hide it for now.

Moving to the middle of the stream, Kraken submerges in the water, wiggling in the mud, trying to hide as best as he could.

OOC:
Forgot I could breath underwater.  ;)
'Kraken' rolled 2 successes, 1 advantage.  COOL. 
This message was last edited by the player at 03:28, Wed 14 June 2017.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 480 posts
Not just a pretty face...
12 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Thu 15 Jun 2017
at 10:59
  • msg #126

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy took her own advice and her 'smaller' form (despite her hair colour) crouched in hiding.

[11:58, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 2 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 2d.  Stealth.

Using Adv to regain Strain]
This message was last edited by the player at 11:00, Thu 15 June 2017.
The Force
GM, 903 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 15 Jun 2017
at 21:14
  • msg #127

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Initiative:

Scout squad5
Xyklo
Anders
Scout Captain
Forim
Caddy

From the north part of the canyon, you can hear the sound engines.  It is the high-pitched whine of repulsorlift engines, and coming from several sources.  Soon and their sources were into view.  Speeder bikes, with Stormtroopers in scout armor riding them.

Three troopers lead the lance, while three more bring up the rear.  The first three all appear the same.  The one in the center at the rear of the formation is wearing scout armor, except for a vertical red stripe on each of his shoulder plates.  This must be their captain.

Their speeder bikes are moving at only a fraction of the speed that their powerful engines can handle.  Still, there clearly moving at least 60 kilometers an hour, which seems very fast when they are bearing down on you.

As the troops close with you, they notice some of you in cover and taking positions.  Apparently this is all they need to see.  They race forward until they are only a few dozen meters away, and began firing from Medium range.  The speeder bikes begin spouting high powered blaster bolts from their forward-mounted repeating blasters.

Anders is the most obvious target.  Hiding behind a few small rocks at the river's edge, he doesn't have much cover.

A torrent of blaster fire surrounds him, throwing up molten sand and chips of rock, forcing him up from his cover.  Then a blaster bolt strikes him with such heat that it tears through his armor.

The Force rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 2d 1s.  Gunnery: repeating blasters.
12 Damage pre-soak. Pierce 1: reduces Soak by 1.
Anders is forced away from his cover and is currently out in the open.

The imperials hardly slow.  At this speed, they will race by the rebels and pass them in moments.  At the moment, the storm troopers are head on creating an excellent shot with blaster bolts.  If the rebels wait till they get closer, they will have only a split second to shoot at a sidelong target.

You may choose to shoot at the Stormtroopers while they are at Medium range at no penalty.  Alternately, you can choose to shoot at them while they are at Short range, but you will have one Setback.
Anders Flown
player, 24 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 16 Jun 2017
at 01:16
  • msg #128

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Nearly loosing his footing and doubling over when the bolts hit him Anders never the less returns fire at the Captain.

He also takes a couple of steps and makes a leap into the better cover the rest of the team are behind.


Anders Flown rolled 3 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 2a 3p.  Attack Captain.

Damage = 10
Advantage recover 1 strain
Take two strain to preform a second maneuver and jump into the cover the others are behind on the bend in the river.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 96 posts
Fri 16 Jun 2017
at 11:25
  • msg #129

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo chirps happily and sprays bolts among the speeders as soon as he sees them. To his dismay most of the lasers skim harmlessly by. He now wears an expression such as that of a small boy who's ice cream has fallen on the floor.
He doesn't even manage to curse.

OOC:
12:21, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 2 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 2B 3D.  Auto fire storm troopers .
Yep. Dice roller really hating me now.
9 Damage to a trooper.
I'll take an extra strain for the threat. Leaves me on 6 now.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 482 posts
Not just a pretty face...
13 / 13 St -- 10 / 10 Wo
Fri 16 Jun 2017
at 12:02
  • msg #130

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy, still in cover, waited as they approached.  She didn't have a rifle but the pistol was a good one and so she steadied herself on the rocks around her, aimed as they approached.

If I shoot the captain's speeder, he'll go down, possibly die in the confines of the canyon if he hits the wall, disrupt the formation, and possibly send the rest into disarray.  Now.  What bit of the bike do I shoot?   Caddy was no mechanic and stress of picking a spot had her mind spinning, but she finally settles on a stabiliser to the rear of the Captain's foot....

Adjusting, she continued aiming as they approached despite the intense desire to pull the trigger, and then fired just past 'apex' and at the shortest distance to the back of the captain's bike....

[OOC:

12:56, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 3 successes, 2 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 2d.  Mechanics - speeder bikes.

Two strain taken.

12:57, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 3 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1d 2s 2b.  Ranged (Light) - Called Shot @ Captain's Speeder.

Three strain taken.  2 for the aim action, 1 for the racial.

Total Strain Lost: 6

Damage: 9 - called shot on a weak-point of the captain's bike aiming to send it spinning into the wall.]
The Force
GM, 907 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 17 Jun 2017
at 01:08
  • msg #131

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo's bolts hit home and one of the scout troopers falls off his speeder. The bike goes wild, flying off and slamming into a rock wall and exploding.

The scout captain sustains a blast to the arm. His armour reduces the injury somewhat, but a momentary jarring of his flight path shows that it hurt.

The scout captain draws his blaster pistol and fires. Anders manages to duck and avoid the blasts, but only by the skin of his teeth.

(1 setback to Anders' next action)

Caddy blasts the captain's speeder bike as it whips by. Although a military vehicle, it is lightly armoured for better speed and maneuverability. It cannot shrug off even small arms fire. It spews smoke and the captain struggles to keep it flying straight. Fortunately, he manages to avoid slamming into anything solid.

(Forim, Kraken, and Roger)
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 104 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:12/14 S: 10/10 Stims: 5
Sat 17 Jun 2017
at 05:22
  • msg #132

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 131):

Breathing raggedly, underwater, Kraken watched through the murky water as the bikers got closer.  Crouching, Kraken waits for the last biker to come close before jumping up towards the Stormtooper.  Knocking his knee against something as he jumped, Kraken knew it would bruise, but that was small in comparison to the life and death struggle they were currently doing.

Jumping behind the storm trooper, Kraken wrapped his hands around the Trooper's neck and chest and wrenched to the left, trying to throw the Trooper to the side, acquiring a much needed vehicle.


OOC:
'Kraken' rolled 3 successes, 2 threats.  Athletics - Jumping Stormtrooper.
I'll take the threat as strain.
The Force
GM, 908 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 18 Jun 2017
at 13:32
  • msg #133

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The stormtrooper is surprised by the sudden attack out of the water, and then further surprised as he finds himself thrown from his bike. He falls and rolls. When he rights himself, he is a pedestrian again.

Forim & Roger's turns.
Forim Luk
GM, 647 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Mon 19 Jun 2017
at 12:09
  • msg #134

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim pulls his blaster out, and aims up, seeing the shadows of the speeders moving toward them at fast speed.  The scope on his blaster automatically adjusts for the refraction of the water, allow him to have an easier shot.  Just as the lead bike gets into range, he squeezes the trigger.

The shot lands true!  Forim lets out a whoop, that no one hears, as he hits the more un-protected underbelly of the leader's speeder bike.  Ghouts of flame shoot out causing the bike to spin wildly.


08:02, Today: Forim Luk rolled 4 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A 1D 1S.  Gold Plated Pistol  1 advantage.
08:05, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2b.  double aim.

Net: 5 successes 3 advantages

13 damage
3 advantages = Crit
Crit: Tailspin: All firing from the ship or vehicle suffers 2 setbacks until the end of the pilot's next turn. All crewmembers are immobilized until the end of the pilot's next turn.
The Force
GM, 910 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 19 Jun 2017
at 17:11
  • msg #135

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The lead bike's stabilizer bursts into flame, causing the bike to careen out of control. It slams into the rock walls, carrying the pilot with it. He hits hard as well, and collapses limply on the ground. He lies at an unnatural angle and is still.

Updated Initiative:

Speeder Bike Squad 3/5
Scout on the ground 1/1
Xyklo
Anders
Kraken
Scout Captain
Forim
Caddy

The scout troopers see Kraken take control of one of their colleages' bikes. They continue to drive sidelong with Kraken, bracketing him on either side. They draw pistols and fire at him as they race down the canyon.

The Force rolled 1 success, 1 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2p 1a 2s.  Scout troopers RL.
7 Damage pre-soak. 1 Setback to Kraken's next action.

Meanwhile, the trooper on the ground reorients himself after his crash. He glances around, trying to find some cover. He runs towards the hill, then realizes that it is the position of several Rebels. He draws his pistol and fires as he runs. A bolt hits Caddy in the upper back.

The Force rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1s 2s.  Scout trooper RL.
7 Damage pre-soak. 1 Setback to Caddy's next action.
Anders Flown
player, 25 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 19 Jun 2017
at 21:41
  • msg #136

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


With a face full of dust and a mouthful of dirt Anders tried to get a bead on the scout that was firing into their position. There was a lot movement, incoming fire and shouts from the rest of the team to distract him, but then a flash of white against the brown of the sand directed his shot.

Looking around he tried to get a handle on the battle, what was happening, where everyone was both his own team members and the enemy. He winced as he moved slightly and aggravated his wound.



Anders Flown rolled 1 success, 5 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 3b 1d 1s 1b.  Attack Scout on the ground.

Dam = 8
Crit = 85 Winded: Until the end of the encounter the target cannot voluntarily suffer strain to activate any abilities or gain additional maneuvers.
Last two advantages recover two strain.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 483 posts
Not just a pretty face...
7 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Mon 19 Jun 2017
at 22:00
  • msg #137

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Crying out as the shot from the scout on the ground slices across her shoulder only to see him taken out by Anders, she considers.   What can she do?   She isn't a front line fighter.  She needs the others to back her up!  Doing what she can though she points, moves once again to cover, takes aim on the captain's bike, waits for him to make a second pass and once again, fires at the apex.

[OOC:

1) Take Cover - 2 Strain

1) Aim, Fire, Using Racial - 1 Strain

22:58, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 1 success, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1d 2b.  Short Range with Racial and Aim.

7 Damage Presoak to the Captain's bike.
Adv - Regain 2 Strain]
This message was last edited by the player at 07:25, Tue 20 June 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 97 posts
Tue 20 Jun 2017
at 13:11
  • msg #138

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo spins as the bikes hurtle past, their backdraft sending a fine spray of water over his longcoat. His grin at seeing the Nauto jump on to one of the bikes slides off as the other two catch him in a crossfire. Aiming he sprays shots across their backs, hitting both troopers painfully.

Xyklo giggles into the comlink.

OOC: 14:04, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 70 using 1d100+20.  Crit 2.
14:03, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 68 using 1d100+20.  Crit 1.
14:02, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 success, 3 advantages, 2 triumphs using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 2B 2D.  True aim auto fire.
Aim twice 2 strain.
Hit for 8 Damage. Autofire to hit the second trooper. Adv to recover one strain with joyful laughter!
Splitting the Triumphs for one crit on each trooper.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 52 posts
Tue 20 Jun 2017
at 13:44
  • msg #139

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

As the troopers come in Roger stands up, his deep programming surfacing as he initiates Attack Pattern Enth.  "Republic Scum" comes out of his vocalizer as he walks directly toward the enemy firing his blaster at the closest moving trooper.

The bolts land home, slamming into the troopers exposed back.  Unfortunatly, his visual processors did not note the change in terrain as he falls to the ground his blaster going off as he hits the ground, killing a second trooper mostly by accident.


09:42, Today: Forim Luk, on behalf of B1-P3 'Roger', rolled 2 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1B 2A 1P 2D.  Pew Pew.

Net: 8 Damage presoak + Crit on minion to kill a second one
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 106 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Tue 20 Jun 2017
at 22:32
  • msg #140

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Turning the bike, Kraken aims the forward repeating Blaster at the Captain, shouting, "Surrender, or prepare to be obliterated.  You are outnumbered and outgunned Captain."

Kraken wasn't sure about the others stance on taking prisoners, but Kraken felt more intel would be crucial for their success.  Preparing to fire, Kraken takes aim, setting the blaster to stun ....

OOC:
We could use some intel / Info about the area.  Capture him and we can interrogate him.

GM: What would be the difficulty and Skill to convince him to surrender?  Negotiation/Deception/Coercion?
I'll delay my action and shot if he doesn't surrender.  I'm not a talker, I'll let others try.
Not sure if I can set the blaster to stun.  If I can't ignore the comment.  ;)
This message was last edited by the player at 03:29, Wed 21 June 2017.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 486 posts
Not just a pretty face...
6 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Wed 21 Jun 2017
at 07:39
  • msg #141

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

... No time for talking ...

[Private to GM:

With the remaining members of the speeder-squad almost 'melting' away around the Captain, it certainly did provide an opportunity even if Kraken has possibly been a little more forceful that Caddy might have liked.   He'd called out though so it was time for her to make things happen, "Now now."  She straightens from her 'hiding' spot, "No need to take things to the extreme."  She gives Kraken a smile that is all for the Captain's benefit.   "Captain.   We came her peacefully and were forced to defend ourselves.   We are not here to kill you or indeed your men.   My Nautolan friend here is however correct."  Was she threatening him?  "We do now hold the upper hand.  But...."  And here's the bone, "You still hold a number of aces."  Well, aces may be overstating it, but she was hoping to alter his perception of the situation and to make him feel that he actually did have a chance, "So why don't you holster your weapons and let's talk constructively like civilised individuals and we can both leave this place with something positive?"

[08:23, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 2 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1A 2P 1B.  Talk to the Captain.

I've not rolled any bonuses for the situation though I'd assume he'd understand how dangerous the situation is - possibly a Boost?  Though it may also apply a Setback given the guns still pointed at him.]

She waits to see if he responds to her speech before adding, deliberately choosing requests that would not obviously be a betrayal of responsibility or trust (yet).  "You could, for example, tell us how far it is till the nearest town.  We're short on food and water.  What that town is called and what the best path tis to get there?   And in exchange, we could look to stabilise your men, give them first aid, and make sure you bring them home to their families and friends - you'd be a hero."

[08:31, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled no successes, 4 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a.  First Aid.

I've not rolled difficulty as I don't know what it is to provide cursory analysis but assuming I get 1B - noticing someone in need - and 2B to pass of a boost if possible]

If he responds to that, she'll motion for one of her team to begin taking a look at the wounded men and seeing what can be done for them.   There's nothing she could obviously do, but she does point out someone who is still moving and could do with their help.  "They'll thank you for that, Captain."

She smiles brightly again, Now for something more indepth given I've shown you the carrot "So where are you and your team based?  And why were you sent out this way with guns blazing?   It seems awful strange given that we are survivors of a crashed space vessel."   Time to sing....

[08:37, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 4 successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1A 2P 2B.  Discussion about Base.  +1B for previous success.   No difficulty added.  I've used Charm but this could as easily be negotiation as my rolls are the same.]]
This message was last edited by the player at 13:14, Wed 21 June 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 648 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Wed 21 Jun 2017
at 12:34
  • msg #142

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim gets up from the water and quickly scans the area.  Seeing only one trooper left standing, he aims and fires.  The shot lances into the captain's eye socket leaving a blackened scar.  Slowly, he falls off the bike, dead.


08:32, Today: Forim Luk rolled 6 successes, 3 advantages, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A 2D 3B.  Gold Plated Pistol  1 advantage.

3 advantages to trigger a crit.  Triumph to make it a head shot.  12 damage presoak.

"Clear" he says to the group as he can finally hear what is going on around him.
The Force
GM, 916 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 21 Jun 2017
at 13:11
  • msg #143

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken attempts to intimidate the captain into surrendering. He doesn't seem to be too stymied, drawing his pistol and aiming it at the rebel on the speeder bike. He fires, striking Kraken in the leg. then Forim shoots him.
7 damage presoak.

scout Captain goes down with a smoking hole in his faceplate. His Speeder bike goes out of control and slams into a rock wall, badly damaging the stabilizer. All the Stormtroopers have been defeated.

The rebels pick themselves up and dust themselves off after the battle. Most of the speeder bikes are too badly damaged to be used. Krakens Speeder bike is still intact. The Rebels also find that the storm troopers were carrying Blaster pistols that have not been modified to require biometric unlocking. The rebels can freely use these Blaster pistols.

Stormtroopers have comlinks inside their helmets. Surely they must have sent a message to the other Imperials. The rebels presence on the planet is now confirmed. You are being hunted.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 488 posts
Not just a pretty face...
7 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Wed 21 Jun 2017
at 13:22
  • msg #144

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy had, quite literally, been about to speak out... only for Forim to take the headshot.   Sighing, she stood and up and gingerly dusted herself off before trying to see to her own wound though it's pretty much impossible to do this at the angle.

Giving it up for a bad idea she turns to the others, "We need to keep moving - they must surely have comm'd ahead of engaging.  Gather what you can.   If you can salvage a working comm link, there may even be a chance I could delay them for a bit.   I assume none of us would fit their armour?"

[14:19, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 1 failure, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1d.  Medicine.]
Forim Luk
GM, 649 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Wed 21 Jun 2017
at 17:58
  • msg #145

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Yes Mam" having only heard some of Caddy's previous speech.  I wonder if I interrupted her trying to con the leader onto our side after killing his whole squad he thinks to himself.. and heads toward the least damaged speeder bike.  With some quick fixes he is able to get it working with the B1 battle droid, or at least the repulsors for now.  They can pull it along with them to float one or two of the crew members that cant hack the heat, like himself for example.

ooc: 13:54, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2P 1A 2D.  Rolling Mechanics with Roger.

If that is enough to get some engine power working for a "jogging" speed too, let me know and I'll fly it!

13:58, Today: Forim Luk rolled 2 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2A.  recover strain.
Anders Flown
player, 26 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 22 Jun 2017
at 00:38
  • msg #146

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Finally standing up Anders begins to search the bodies for intel or anything else that might be useful, food, water or medical supplies. He also takes one of the pistols, making sure to get the least worn one that was still in good shape.

He tries to work as fast as he can now that they would differently be pursued, it was a shame but it looked like the mission was blown and they now would have to work to find transport so they could leave as soon as possible.

-
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 489 posts
Not just a pretty face...
7 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Thu 22 Jun 2017
at 07:12
  • msg #147

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Any chance you could fit one of the uniforms, Anders?"  She's hunting around for anything useful - specifically a comms unit or maybe an encoding chip/book or otherwise - but shies away from the still sparking and burning bikes and the entangled bodies.

[08:09, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 3 failures, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 2d.  Perception - Search.

Fail to Search....
2 Strain regained.   1 Adv for spotting something 'useful' to the plot.]
Anders Flown
player, 27 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 22 Jun 2017
at 07:22
  • msg #148

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 147):

"Could be, I was thinking the same thing. We may have to find some transport off this rock as I think we have blown any chance of finishing the mission. They will start to hit us very hard."

He continues to shuffle through the various possessions of the fallen storm troopers.

-
The Force
GM, 918 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 22 Jun 2017
at 18:42
  • msg #149

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Scout Troopers are carrying some ration packs. They are unappetizing but they keep very well and are guaranteed to sustain life. They are also carrying water canteens. Each of them is also carrying a vibroblade.

Caddenra finds a military-grade commlink on the Scout leaders belt. This is an odd piece of equipment for a stormtrooper to have, as they all have military grade comlinks built into their helmets. The only explanation is that he was given this comlink to stay in touch with somebody who did not have the Stormtrooper comlink frequency.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 108 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Thu 22 Jun 2017
at 22:09
  • msg #150

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Considering what he knew of Speeder Bikes, Kraken dismounted the Bike and began to look it over, taking out this tool kit and disabling the tracking device on the bike.

"Forim, I found the tracking device on this one.  We should put the tracking devices in a wompa cave ... or whatever goes for dangerous critters in this place.  If they want to investigate, they'll have to put themselves in danger." he offers.

Looking over the other speeder bikes, Kraken checks them all over to see if he could salvage another bike for the group.  Taking a blaster pistol and holster from one of the troopers he equips it himself glad to finally have a firearm.   Taking the troopers other gear, he stashes it on the bike he had acquired.

OOC:
'Kraken' rolled 3 successes, 2 advantages, 1 triumph.  Computers - speeder bike (knowledge).
**Used Computers verse Mechanics as a Tracking Device is electronic in nature.  I can roll Mechanics, using Computers to give me a boots if you prefer.**
2 additional Successes to remove additional Tracking Devices on other bikes.
2 advantage = uncover additional information about the speeder bike.
Triumph = add Difficulty to track the bikes.

Kraken' rolled 6 successes, 1 advantage.  Mechanics - Checking the Speeder Bikes.

This message was last edited by the player at 12:30, Fri 23 June 2017.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 491 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Fri 23 Jun 2017
at 08:40
  • msg #151

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy will grab the captain's canteen, his rations, vibro-knife and his blaster before spotting the odd commlink.   "Hmm.   Maybe our captain wasn't as upright as we'd like to believe?   Roger, and chance you could monitor the frequency set on this link.  Tell me if there is anything encoded on the frequency and alert me if anyone uses it please?"  She'll hold the comm out to the droid for him to examine but intends hanging onto it in case she can use it to reply.

"Can you also monitor the troopers local frequency - you can get it from the helmets comm link - to see if they have been notified and if there is any comm chatter from their side that will allow us to avoid their scouting parties, please?"

Caddy doesn't comment on Anders' suggestion that the mission is a failure.  She'll make that call if she needs to.   For now, they had jobs to do and if she needed to kick him to get him to try on one of the suits of armour, she would!

Then as Kraken finds the tracking device, "Why not make it mobile?   Wrap it up in a piece of meat and toss it to those scavenger birds."  The birds she'd identified earlier.
The Force
GM, 919 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 24 Jun 2017
at 02:31
  • msg #152

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken looks the damaged bikes over and assesses that it would be possible to put together at least one functioning speeder bike from the wrecks. However, doing so would take hours of work, possibly days, using a proper mechanics shop.

He does manage to collect the comm rebroadcaster in the captain's speeder bike. This fist-sized piece of gear sends out a signal to other configured devices, allowing superior officers to monitor their squads' movements in real-time. It carries its own power supply that lasts for a day or so.

Slicing into the Stormtrooper's frequency will be fairly easy with their helmet-comm available. Stormtrooper policy is to cycle the frequency; sooner or later, you will lose the advantage.

2D 2b Computers to slice the Stormtrooper comms.

Now that the Rebels know they are being hunted, they must move. Where to go?
Anders Flown
player, 28 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 24 Jun 2017
at 02:47
  • msg #153

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Let keep going down the canyon, perhaps it will interfere with their tracking and scans....Other then that I am at a loss as to how to out run them or get them off our trail."

He looked down the canyon looking for anything out of the ordinary or if there looked to be anything that may help their situation.

-
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 109 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Sat 24 Jun 2017
at 03:34
  • msg #154

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Found the comm rebroadcaster in the captain's speeder bike.  This fist-sized piece of gear sends out a signal to other configured devices, allowing superior officers to monitor their squads' movements in real-time. It carries its own power supply that lasts for a day or so."  Opening the helmet, Kraken fix's the comms, so the group could hear any chatter.


"We can listen in for a day, maybe more.  Instead of running down the canyon, someone should fly up, look for a good place to hide out." he offers, slipping off the bike, letting a scout or someone better versed in bike use and scouting to use the bike.

Kraken offers the comms to Caddy, then Forim, letting whomever wanted to listen to the Stormtroopers chatter, do so.

"We need to find a good place to hide up, I could use some rest.  I think we all could, we all got bruised a bit in this last fight and the rough landing."

OOC:
'Kraken' rolled 3 successes, 1 advantage.  Slice the Stormtrooper comms.
Anders Flown
player, 29 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 24 Jun 2017
at 04:24
  • msg #155

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"We need to keep moving, this was just one squad and they will know something has happened to them so others will be on their way, even if they were not able to get a radio message off. We may find somewhere while we are moving down the river as we can't stand still and wait for a recon to be done, especially not here."

-
This message was lightly edited by the player at 06:06, Sat 24 June 2017.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 110 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Sat 24 Jun 2017
at 05:45
  • msg #156

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Anders Flown (msg # 155):

Kraken shakes his head disagreeing, "Running will take too long.  If we don't find cover quickly, we're egg laying wompa rats again." he counters.  "You run then.  I'll do some overwatch."

Jumping on the bike, Kraken flies up above the walls, looking for a good place where the group could hide and rest.  Zooming up high enough to get a good look, Kraken takes a peek, following the group if they continued to run.

OOC:
If no one else wants to look, then Kraken will.
My perception isn't that great, 1p 1a.  If someone else wants to do recon, I'll let ya use my bike.

'Kraken' rolled no successes, 4 advantages.  Perception - Open Day (?) 1D 1b=speeder bike, higher ground.
2 Advantage - find something useful.
2 Advantage - Pass Boost to next rider.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 53 posts
Sat 24 Jun 2017
at 15:28
  • msg #157

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The droid takes the com link, "Roger roger, I'll let you know if I hear anything.". He picks I up one of the scout trooper helmets, noting all the pertinent settings on the comms, and editing methods, then hangs it off his power pack.  He also picks up a couple extra blaster power packs from the body.

He moves over to the wrecked bikes giving them a once-over and identifying an auxiliary power port and plugs into it siphoning off some power before the group continues on.  He watches Kraken lift into the air and awaits the intel.
The Force
GM, 920 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 24 Jun 2017
at 23:33
  • msg #158

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Thus far, no other Imperial scouts are visible in the maze. They are either moving carefully and using cover, or are waiting for intel from their speeder bike squad back at their shuttle.

Kraken does see signs of life, however. To the south, beyond the maze, he sees smoke rising. It is a single column of smoke, small but steady.

Meanwhile, Roger slices into the enemy comms. He hears repeated requests for updates on current status.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 111 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Sun 25 Jun 2017
at 00:15
  • msg #159

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 158):

Zipping back down, Kraken reports on what he saw, "I saw a single column of smoke to the South.  It was small, but steady.  Could be a campfire." he reports to Caddy, throwing a glance at Forim.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 54 posts
Sun 25 Jun 2017
at 01:44
  • msg #160

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Tethered to the wrecked speeder, Roger looks between the comlink and the others, flicking his head back and forth three or four times before he uncertainly intones, "Uuuum, I think the white boys have noticed their friends are missing, they've 're trying to hail them...  should, uh, we try to reply?  Throw them off?  I can tell them that they haven't found anything yet; think they'll buy it?"
He reaches down and unplugs from the wreck, having replenished his batteries a little, and moves closer to Caddy and the others.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 492 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Sun 25 Jun 2017
at 11:38
  • msg #161

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy watched the group: Anders suggesting they keep moving, Kraken locating the comm units before taking off on his own to scout.  She made a mental note to berate him for taking the risk without orders - he was part of a team and needed everyone onboard!   With Roger accepting and monitoring the comms, they at least have a little bit of an early warning should the Imperial's approach.   She also notes Kraken's look to Forim....

"Right...."  Everyone is present at least.  "I believe Anders is right in this.  We do need to keep moving but Kraken is right too.  Roger has reported that they are expecting a response - sooner rather than later."

She purses her lips, "if I am able to convince them that the captain is badly wounded but that the imperials were able to deal with us, do you think we could take the medivac dropship when it arrives?   It would give us transport, cover, and some time?"

The team isn't democratic, but she's asking for their buy-in as it is their risk and their expertise she's calling on.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 112 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Sun 25 Jun 2017
at 14:56
  • msg #162

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Frowning, Kraken considers.   "If they use call signs and code words, they may see through the attempt but if a trooper was s shot and in shock then the loss of memory might be understood." He offers

"Were their any women with them?   Can you mask your voice?"   Kraken doubted it would work, but I with a bit of luck it might.
This message was last edited by the player at 16:37, Sun 25 June 2017.
Anders Flown
player, 30 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 25 Jun 2017
at 20:37
  • msg #163

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 161):

"It would be a risk, they will probably have security perhaps even a TIE escort. Would we be able to get off the planet in the ship ?" Anders moved to the rocks they had used for cover and found a good position. They had taken to long to sort themselves out.


-
The Force
GM, 921 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 25 Jun 2017
at 21:07
  • msg #164

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Unfortunately, all the Stormtroopers were human males. The nonhumans among you should be able to use the commlink to sound like human males.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 20 posts
Mon 26 Jun 2017
at 02:07
  • msg #165

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Sullustan rejoins the group, carrying his equipment and looking quite surprised to see everyone still here.

"Didn't think I'd be seeing any of you again."

After being updated on the current situation he thinks for a moment.

"I can handle that, but I'll probably be more useful with the shooting than the talking."
This message was last edited by the player at 04:46, Mon 26 June 2017.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 493 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Mon 26 Jun 2017
at 11:41
  • msg #166

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy chuckles, "Thank Zeic... I think if we're going to take a punt, I'll try it.   The plan, Anders, would be to use it to get us to civilisation, not off the planet, and then get rid of the ship."

She purses her lips, "I guess the question is - will they sent a tie escort?  Tie's aren't designed for atmospheric flight.   I suspect they won't though given the report will be a 'successful' one.  But if they do... then we'll have to make the escort believe it was a successful mission and that they don't need to land."

She pauses, "Let's take a vote.   We push on to the smoke in the distance in the hope of civilization knowing that the Imperials will come looking for us and we'll probably find it difficult to hide - even if the smoke is being made by someone sympathetic or gullible."

"Or... we can stay here, try and get the Imperials to 'pick us up' and take the fight to them with the obvious risk that they might send more than we can handle?"

Then, "Or abstain and suggest an alternative."

She holds up both her hands to count votes.
Forim Luk
GM, 651 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Mon 26 Jun 2017
at 12:41
  • msg #167

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim gives a slight nod back at Kraken and says "I saw that too, we might be able to get close enough to it to have our life signs masked by theirs."

Getting the update from Roger, and then Caddy's question he says "I agree with Kraken, Disguising your voice as male would be difficult, Anders will have to convince them if we take that tact.  Even that is a risk, because we never heard the Captain talk.  Is his voice deep and gruff, or is it higher and singsong?  What cadence does he talk with?  Too many unknowns.  I say we keep listening to their coms and try to get to civilization on our own."

After a long pause he says "But you are the leader of this mission Ma'am, and I will take your orders" as the group casts their votes in the now democratic team.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 98 posts
Mon 26 Jun 2017
at 16:37
  • msg #168

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo had mainly kept things simple since the shooting, gun trained on the approach routes to their position in case anyone else decided to spring an ambush. At Caddy's request he spoke up.
"Reckon we should push on to the fire. I'd be happy to run a firefight here against the troopers, but if you stay in one place too long they send heavier and heavier dispatches. Eventually they win on those terms, its their thing.
I say we move and hit them somewhere else,"
Anders Flown
player, 31 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 26 Jun 2017
at 21:03
  • msg #169

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 166):

"We need to keep moving, even if the smoke is a very long shot." Anders continues to watch the access points for the squad of storm troopers.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 495 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Mon 26 Jun 2017
at 23:48
  • msg #170

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Three already.... Caddy remained steely silent as her team backed the idiotic 'hope' of the fire being something useful over her making a viable play and relying on her own skills.  She'd put this to a vote - dare she ignore their advice?
The Force
GM, 924 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 29 Jun 2017
at 00:30
  • msg #171

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Having resolved to head towards the smoke, the team continues down the canyon. It is easy to navigate. Following the winding river takes you south and west. After a few hours, you leave the maze of rock buttes behind and enter into a hilly, grassy region. The soil is still rocky, but some healthy soil is mixed in. Fed by the river, this area is alive if not exactly blooming.

You come over a hill towards the smoke, and run into some other creatures going the opposite way. They are reptilian humanoids, much like the ones who ambushed you earlier! As you reflexively ready your weapons, they do the same. Some raise grenades, while others raise spears. They shout and jabber at you in loud voices, shaking their weapons.

These reptilians are a little different from the ones you saw before. They are wearing some clothing. Small bolts of colourful cloth, strings of beads, and necklaces of bone or shiny stones are evidently for decoration; belts, harnesses, and sheathes are for carrying things. They all appear slightly larger than the ones you saw before, as much as a head taller. They are also cleaner, without the dirty smudges and layers of mud. They each have one distinctive marking: a thick vertical band of red running up their bellies to their chin, and continuing from between their eyes and over their heads.
Forim Luk
GM, 653 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Thu 29 Jun 2017
at 01:32
  • msg #172

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says calmly "Friends" as he slowly pulls a ration pack out from his flight suit and says "This is some food.  Do you speak basic?".  He holds it out in offer to the warriors.  "We just want to spend the night, is that ok?" he adds while miming putting his hands as a pillow and lying down on it.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 113 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Thu 29 Jun 2017
at 04:26
  • msg #173

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken, riding the speeder bike a few meters off the floor, eased the bike back, watching the new comers.  "Enemy of our enemy?" he mutters to no one in particular.  With the Light repeating Blaster equiped on the speeder bike, he didn't need to draw his pistol.  Watching the newcomers, Kraken simply waits, watching the group hoping they could make friends.  They could use friends.
Anders Flown
player, 32 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 29 Jun 2017
at 07:19
  • msg #174

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Giving the surroundings a quick scan while the others talked, Anders kept his eyes on the sky line for enemy forces. He did not draw his weapon as the negotiations went on but he was aware of what was being said and the reptiles general demeanor.

-
The Force
GM, 927 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 30 Jun 2017
at 16:04
  • msg #175

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The reptilians lower their weapons. They approach, chittering and hissing softly. One leans down to sniff the 'food' item, then ignores it further. The others come within a foot or two to sniff you and look you over. Their motions are darting, their heads weaving left and right as they inspect you. They stay away from the speeder bike.

After a minute or two, they all scatter at once. One remains behind, a tall specimen who stands in front of Forim. It chitters, shrieks softly, and hisses, gesturing with its hands throughout. It seems to be trying to communicate something, and expecting you to understand. Then it turns and lopes off, half-bent over at the waist. It gets about ten feet before swiveling its head on an agile neck to look back over at you. It tilts its head and blinks, then makes a pulling motion towards itself.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 99 posts
Fri 30 Jun 2017
at 16:15
  • msg #176

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Err...  is that an invitation?" Xyklo asks, not the natural negotiator.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 500 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Fri 30 Jun 2017
at 17:10
  • msg #177

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

With the team's advice overruling her what could Caddy do?  She believed the route forward was a bad one but they would no doubt make the best of whatever situation they faced.

Which, of course, was what they'd have done when they met the clearly more civilised reptilian folk... if not for Forim stepping forward.  Yet another screw-up when they try and take the lead without me.  She sighs mentally at the all too obvious faux pas.

[17:54, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 2 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 2d.  Knowledge Xeno.]

Fortunately Caddy new a little more about such matters and while it was obvious to the others that she was displeased with Forim's actions [The threat]  She stepped forward from where she'd been towards the back of the group and bowed deeply, her hands curled inwards atop her chest - a custom and sign of respect she'd read about in her analysis of this place and that she suspected had been absorbed by these people.

[18:08, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 2 successes, 4 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1A 2P 1B 2b.  Charm.

Notes: I automatically remove a black dice with Kill with Kindness, I've added the 2B from Forim's attempt and assistance, and I've not added anything from the Knowledge successes - maybe a boost there?]
The Force
GM, 928 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 30 Jun 2017
at 18:14
  • msg #178

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The reptilian makes a clicking, purring sound. It preens its scales with its fingers, then runs around in a tight circle a few times. Then it gestures to you with a rapid pulling motion a few more times as it steps towards the south west.
Anders Flown
player, 33 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 30 Jun 2017
at 21:25
  • msg #179

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"I think that, yes that is an invitation." He begins to follow the creatures hoping it does not lead to some sort of trap, looking at their body language that does seem remote. As he walks he continues to keep an eye on the horizon.

-
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 115 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Fri 30 Jun 2017
at 23:01
  • msg #180

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken, standing off from the group watched the reptiles, then Forim attempting to make peace when Caddy seemed stunned or perhaps perplexed at what to do.

Watching the reptiles scatter, leaving the largest of the reptiles to 'communicate with them.  Kraken nods glad the threat was over without a shot fired or bleed shed.  Watching Caddy speak, Kraken hide a smile as she seemed to be irritated at something.

Turning to Anders, Kraken nods, "Seems that way."
This message was last edited by the player at 04:47, Sat 01 July 2017.
The Force
GM, 929 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 1 Jul 2017
at 03:26
  • msg #181

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The reptilians lead you back across the rocky hills to a flatter region not far away. There are some simple buildings there, constructed of rocks and mud, erected on a sandy flat area. The entire village is in a hollow between some small hills that seem to have been piled higher with stones. It is now nearing evening, with the sun setting behind the hills in the east.

About a hundred reptilian humanoids seem to call this place home. Some are small, like children, racing around at high speed and wrestling. The more grown ones are engaged in a variety of chores, such as stirring large clay pots. Some are seated before flat rocks that they are using as tables, carefully grinding powder and filling the clay grenades. They are a variety of colours between brown, tan, dark green, and green-yellow. They all have the thick red vertical stripe on their torso and down their back. One of them does not, although it is currently applying a red paint to itself and receiving help from another to apply it to the back.

As you enter the area in the company of your guide, many stop what they are doing and stare at you. Their large, round eyes blink as they track you walking down the lane. Their chittering conversation stops as they watch you.

Your guide doesn't say much as they walk. She leads you to a single mud hut which has long, thick strings of vegetation hanging on the walls. She stops outside and calls out loudly.

From the inside comes another reptilian. This one is quite large as well, but clearly old. She is stooped over, walking with a pair of canes. Her scales are faded and dull, with the red stripe being the brightest colour. You guide brings a rock with a leather-like pillow on it over, and the old reptilian eases herself onto it.

The old reptilian looks you over, hissing and clicking softly.
Anders Flown
player, 34 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 1 Jul 2017
at 03:46
  • msg #182

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Anyone got a holo image of what we are suppose to be looking for on this rock ?" Keeping his hands well away from his weapons Anders looks the village over and its inhabitants. "Draw it in the dirt if we have nothing else."

-
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 501 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Sat 1 Jul 2017
at 17:57
  • msg #183

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"It does seem to be...."  Caddy isn't 100% sure though.  It could be a trap of sorts.  These creatures might, after all, only be a step away from their brethren!

She does however follow as they lead them towards their presumed leader giving Caddy to fill in their dialogue, And where, oh mighty leader, I have brought sustenance for our tribe....  She smiles and once again performs the bow she had made to the other creature.   "Hello.  Do you or one of your people speak Basic?   I assume from your good that you have traded.... do you speak another language?"  She'll try and repeat the question in several of the languages she knows in the hope that they understand.
Forim Luk
GM, 658 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Sat 1 Jul 2017
at 18:55
  • msg #184

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods to Anders and pulls out a datapad.  He scrolls through the contents until he finds the image of the Tree of Knowledge given to them at the briefing and holds it up so the leader can see.

He does this while Caddy attempts to find a common dialect adding something in another language "[Secret to group Bocce: I also speak Bocce]"
The Force
GM, 930 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 2 Jul 2017
at 00:14
  • msg #185

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The elder lady tilts her head, clicking and hissing softly. Both the reptilians look at you with blank expressions. They turn to one another, chittering in their own language.

The elder strokes her chin, then takes one of her canes. She sketches some rune-like designs into the soft sand. They are interesting but not evidently meaningful. The elder looks up at you, blinking.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 116 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Sun 2 Jul 2017
at 06:04
  • msg #186

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 181):

Following the reptile guide, Kraken hopes the negotiations turn out well, or the peace treaty might turn ugly.  Looking about, Kraken realizes that these lizards likely wouldn't lead them to their young, showing a vulnerable side if they mean them harm.  Or so he hoped.

"Too bad we didn't grab up the Astromech droid, he may have been able to interpret.  Roger, do you know over 1,000 languages or is this one you don't speak?  Some interpretation would be very handy right about now."
The Force
GM, 932 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 2 Jul 2017
at 18:48
  • msg #187

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

While this is going on, a few smaller adults come up to the group of you. They are carrying clay bowls filled with some sort of stew. Chunks of cooked meat swim in green broth, with small white and yellow vegetable pieces bobbing on the surface. One shyly offers a small bag of fine white crystals, possibly salt, with a stone spoon stuck in it.
Anders Flown
player, 35 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 2 Jul 2017
at 21:14
  • msg #188

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 187):

Anders takes a seat on the ground and accepts the bowl from their hosts with a nod and a smile. He eats the whole thing regardless of the taste, thanking those who offered the food.

-
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 502 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Sun 2 Jul 2017
at 21:16
  • msg #189

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy considers the runes, steps first to one side then the others and the motions for Forim, "Do you think this bit here...."  She draws him into a brief discussion (Kraken's comment about the droid aside), "Maybe it's....."   She's rather focused on the runes and so doesn't accept food - yet.

[22:07, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1b 5d.  Understanding the Old Woman's Writing.
 With a bonus from my previous roll (or Forim's assistance - either is fine.]
The Force
GM, 933 posts
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Mon 3 Jul 2017
at 02:01
  • msg #190

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Well, what do you know.

Caddy examines the runes and finds some internal logic in them. She listens carefully as the elder speaks, and puts symbols to words.

These people call themselves the 'Geik.' This village specifically is home to a group that identifies itself by their painted-on red stripes. The elder gives her own name as well: 'Golfo.'

Encouraged by Caddy expressing her understanding, the elder continues. She draws a small map, showing the three rivers prominently. She indicates that the other rivers are home to more Geik, apparently of different tribes.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 22 posts
Mon 3 Jul 2017
at 03:59
  • msg #191

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic accepts the food as well, eating carefully while keeping his equipment close, in case any of the Geik start playing with it. When he finishes he stands up.

"Don't suppose they have any information that might help us? Even knowing where Imperials like to show up here might help. But I'm no linguist, so I'll wait for you and keep an eye out."

He begins looking around, mostly assessing how good the village is as a defensive position and hoping to identify any particularly strong points to defend if necessary.

00:13, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1p 1d

He begins thinking back to the Clone Wars and all the places he's been shot at. They're blurring together, but this reminds him of one in particular.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:22, Mon 03 July 2017.
The Force
GM, 936 posts
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Mon 3 Jul 2017
at 04:36
  • msg #192

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic shakes his head involuntarily as he examines the village for defensive value. The hills surrounding the village are high enough to slow foot troopers, but not stop them. The rocky hills would actually provide cover for advancing Stormtroopers. The terrain would not slow repulsorcraft or walkers at all.

The buildings are simple stone-and-mud construction. They would hold out against light blaster fire, but anything stronger would cause them to collapse in on defenders.

The people here are clearly excellent hunters. Much of their clothing is made of leather, they carry spears and gunpowder weapons, and they work together in small, efficient teams. However, they are clearly not an organized, professional army. Even now they peer at you, cautious but curious, as though they have never seen offworlders before. The Empire's shock-and-awe tactics would destroy whatever morale they can muster.

The village has many children and elderly people. They would only be a liability in a fight, and a distraction to all the others.

Zeic recalls more than one battle in the Clone Wars in which the conflict spilled over into the territory of simple people with little technology. Often they would eagerly side with whatever faction first contacted them. They soon had cause to regret it as the battle destroyed their territory and snuffed out countless lives.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 503 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Mon 3 Jul 2017
at 12:17
  • msg #193

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

As she discovers little titbits can about these people, she relaxes into the conversation as her hopes are confirmed.  "They're called something along the lines of 'Geik' and this is 'Golfo'" - she introduces herself, of course, as Caddy and will look with interest as their leader explains the lay of the land before she tries to direct the conversation towards the image Forim had projected and still held, "We need this...."  Simple words with hopefully a simple answer.   She hasn't yet broached the topic of the imperials as she suspects it might scare the Geik.

[OOC: For those more militaristically mined, you may (or indeed, may not) want to warn Caddy that staying here will endanger these friendly people....]
This message was last edited by the player at 12:45, Mon 03 July 2017.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 117 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Mon 3 Jul 2017
at 17:03
  • msg #194

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Landing the speeder, behind a building and as much out of sight of the locals as possible, Kraken turns off the speeder and removes the starting device (Key?).  Moving to join the group, Kraken accepts a bowl of whatever they were serving, taking the stone spoon and smiling to the locals in thanks.  Watching Caddy and Forium speak with the elder, he gave them his attention, holding to the bowl.

Placing the bowl nearby, he takes out his datapad and tools, scanning the soup, to ensure there wasn't anything in the food that might disagree with him.  Bugs and viruses that may not bother the reptiles may cause explosive diarrhea in others.  "Did anyone scan the soup for bugs that might get us sick?" he asks when a moment of silence allows him to inject his concern for the reptiles food.

OOC:
If there are any bugs, can they be killed or removed by the 'technology' we have right now?
Thinking of Montazuma's revenge which don't bother Mexico but American's are well known to be unable to drink the local water. 
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 55 posts
Mon 3 Jul 2017
at 20:23
  • msg #195

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger tries to follow along with what's being said, his processors heating up as he tries to parse the sounds the organic are making, but coming up with nothing.

17:17, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 1 failure using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 5d ((8(A), 5(A), 1(D), 6(D), 5(D), 4(D), 2(D))).

Unable to follow along, he continues to listen for further comms chatter, and watches everyone around for anything suspicious.
The Force
GM, 937 posts
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Tue 4 Jul 2017
at 02:37
  • msg #196

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Between Caddy's symbols and Forim's holoprojection of the Tree, the Red Stripe Geik seem to understand. They chitter in excitement and gather around.

Golfo the elder sketches out a rough map of the region. You have a map of the area, so you can see that she has drawn it quite accurately as far south as the canyon. After that the details start to be wrong, but you can piece it together. She circles most of the area in the region, including the mountain and the great rivers.

Golfo sketches out a few more symbols. You're not quite sure what they mean, but she calls it "Aki-Varshi." She points to that region again.

Kraken assesses the bowl, trying to avoid being impolite. His scanner indicates that it has been cooked to a healthy level, and all the ingredients are devoid of poison or toxins. The lights all flash green, but his instincts say otherwise. Kraken fishes a few pills out of the medical packs. Taking these will reduce any cramps or pain from eating foreign food.

The Force, on behalf of 'Kraken', rolled 1 success, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4a 1d.  Medicine.

Resilience 2D from eating foreign food. Take a pill to upgrade your check once
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 118 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Tue 4 Jul 2017
at 04:17
  • msg #197

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 196):

Attempting to hide removing the unknown foreign objects, Kraken takes a pill to bolster his immune system and offers one to anyone who was eating the food. "Pill might help the food go down a bit easier and not come back to haunt you." he offers to those who were interested.

Following the pill with a long swallow from his water flask, Kraken began to eat the soup, while trying to also listen to the leaders talk.  He was mostly interested in the reptiles relationship to the Empire however if they could make this clan some type of Rebel Alliance, this would go a long way towards overlooking the fact that they has lost a ship.


OOC: 'Kraken' rolled 2 failures, 4 advantages.  Resilience.  :(
This message was last edited by the player at 04:19, Tue 04 July 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 660 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Tue 4 Jul 2017
at 12:11
  • msg #198

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim takes out his own copy of the map, and starts annotating it with with the Golfo the Elder is pointing out.

As the evening wears on, Forim picks at the food, a grumbling starting to form in his stomac, however he takes no notice for now.

Forim finds it very lucky that Caddy was able to communicate with these creatures.  It was these common markers that Forim was able to pick up and help with the conversation.  Forim, having grown up in space ports, was no stranger to trying to converse with someone who did not share a language with you.  That said, it did take a lot of mental effort, and he was starting to feel mentally exhausted for the effort.

Forim asks, doing the best he can to use words in the dialect he has picked up "Is the Tree of Knowledge in this area?"





08:05, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 failure, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1A 2d.  Rolling Resilience.
Spending advantage to have the sickness pass over night after the meeting is over.


08:08, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1b 5d.  Language.
Taking threat as strain
The Force
GM, 938 posts
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Tue 4 Jul 2017
at 13:31
  • msg #199

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Although the stew is edible, even tasty, you soon begin to feel cramps in the tummy. The pills aren't holding up to their end of the bargain. The geik who served it to you hop and wave their arms in excitement to see you eating it, so you try to keep your facial grimaces subtle.

Forim asks about the Tree of Knowledge being in the area, and Golfo waves her hands, flat, left and right. This is probably intended as a negative gesture. Instead she points south with fingers on both hands. Golfo says something in her native language, which you are beginning to pick up.

"[Language unknown: Earth ev achi, evilti a Ant. Ereianilee conon hourth, tr Ie ecdi om fineli cero, n ch n ainill-tickor. Oungdi Usesof ho U Ardkorwit. Has waere ilout o es Napaio? K mahais ad, netaicul. Niek eausetenc travorers, oreck m atnepe. M wereraess iou.]"
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 100 posts
Tue 4 Jul 2017
at 14:50
  • msg #200

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo settles down next to Kraken, and joins him for a pill and stew. He'd been very wary about these lizard folk, but with Caddy and Forim being all diplomatic it looked like things were getting better by the minute.
Turning to Kraken he nods approvingly,
"Tasty bit of lunch eh?
You think they've got any jam? Really could put away some jam right now.

Hey, nice move on the speeder. That was almost storybook stuff that was.
What do you think Zeics thinking about? He's been scrutinising this place all right.

You mind if I play some music? I have some Trandoshan grunge in here somewhere,"


OOC: 43, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 2 successes, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 2A 2D ((12(P), 5(A), 4(A), 8(D), 1(D))).
Forim Luk
GM, 662 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Thu 6 Jul 2017
at 12:43
  • msg #201

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim smiles and says "[Private to group Geik: Thank you, We would be happy to leave with you.  I caution that travelling with us might cause the white armored monsters to attack your people.  We came here to hide in the foot hills around your camp so their senses would not be able to detect us from afar.  You have shown great generousity and we are very humbled by it.]"
W
hile the leader thinks, he translates for the group: "They say what we seek is far south of here, across the desert.  They have offered to journey with us.  I have warned them of the risks..."
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 119 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Thu 6 Jul 2017
at 17:28
  • msg #202

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken nods to Xyklo, "The food is s bit greasey and I can feel it in my gut.  Isn't sitting well." He grumbles.

Looking to the speede, he smiles and nods, "I was surprised ut worked, but glad it did.  We were in sore need of a ride.   It will change me in handy to move around quickly."

Looking to Zeics he studies the man, "I suspect he is preparing for a possible attack from the Empire.  We should ask how our new allies feel about them."

OOC
I'm on my phone, can't post my ch w my small phone.
Will write more when home.
Anders Flown
player, 36 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 6 Jul 2017
at 20:24
  • msg #203

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Sorry I don't think we should involve these guys in our fight. They have helped us out and fed us, but we can't expect them to raise arms against such and overwhelming force just to help us. What happens when we are off the planet and they are left here fighting for their very existence ?"

-
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 505 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Thu 6 Jul 2017
at 20:58
  • msg #204

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Having thanked Golfo, Caddy consider the risks....  With the issue now (finally) having been raised and talked about, Caddy agrees, "We'll be bringing the Imperials to these people and I very much doubt there'll be anything but heartache.   Even if we dumped all our technology, our physiology is different enough that they'd be able to scan this area thoroughly."

She purses her lips, "If we find the Tree, we could be saving billions - but are those lives any less valuable than the lives of these people?"  She isn't answering her own question though as she looks round at the others she idly wonders, Bet you're thinking a swift ambush of imperials as I suggested earlier would have been a 'simpler' solution!   She almost laughs at that thought.

"If we split up, one of us going with the people, we could possibly draw the Imperials away from this place - give them no reason to attack them?"
This message was last edited by the player at 20:58, Thu 06 July 2017.
The Force
GM, 940 posts
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Thu 6 Jul 2017
at 21:31
  • msg #205

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

With your simple command of the language, you are not certain you have fully communicated your intention, especially regarding your intent to hide from white-armoured soldiers. Golfo gestures to your guide, who rushes off.

She gathers up a party of people, who leave the village at haste. Golfo explains the matter.

"[Language unknown: Nde os pa whivta Linughtra. Ar niacte Whibleset pelo heriioei.]" Golfo gestures to the map, indicating the middle branch of the first river, west of the village where you are now.

Meanwhile, the sharp-eyed among you notice one Geik who is not garbed the same as the others. It wears the same harnesses and decorations, including an impressive flintstone necklace. Rather than the red stripes on her head and belly, she is wearing yellow paint around her eyestalks.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 120 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Fri 7 Jul 2017
at 00:03
  • msg #206

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Anders Flown (msg # 203):

Kraken shook his head as he replied to Anders, "I'm not asking to bring them into the fight.  I'm saying we should ask what they know of the Empire, where they are located and how strong they are.  What forces they have and how many.  To ignore a possible asset and not ask for intelligence on our adversary is passing up a great tool that we need.  We are the underdogs here, and that's the truth.   The empire is without a doubt setup with some great defenses and are much stronger with more assets.  We need every trick we can use.  To pass up asking about the Empire is ...." he shrugged his shoulders, "Foolish at best." he offers glancing at Caddy.

[Private to GM:
Glancing at Caddy, Kraken wonders how she is going to answer for the bad choices she's made which has made their mission gone from bad to worse.  From the way she's acting care free and nonchalant, it sure seemed she had forgotten her mistakes and went on as if all was peachy keen with the group at fault for any setback, imaginary or real.  'You sure are full of yourself.' he thought to himself.

OOC:
Thought about posting this for all to see, but it would only cause issues however her posts are grating, so I posted something as to vent. I've been playing for a long time and as a GM find in-character fighting one of the reasons to drop a game.  I won't be the player to ruin a game, but Caddy makes having fun very difficult.

If you don't object, I'd like to post my feelings about her jabs/comments & under handed insults hoping she might see that she is ruining the game for myself and most likely for 1 or 2 others. ]
This message was last edited by the player at 00:04, Fri 07 July 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 101 posts
Fri 7 Jul 2017
at 13:26
  • msg #207

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo nods in approval at Krakens advice.
Putting down his soup bowl he wipes his snout on his sleeve, ensuring both are a mess of gravy and rock dust.
"Yeah, think we should get their council on the geographically advantageous areas, any hints of this tree of life, and any knowledge they might have of any Imperial bases.
Then we leave them in peace, and hunt down what we came here for."
The Force
GM, 941 posts
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Fri 7 Jul 2017
at 13:55
  • msg #208

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

You politely probe Golfo on matters relating to foreign presence on the planet, only to find that she has clamped down. She expresses apologies, but that now that she more fully understands the situation she must wait for instruction from the chief before saying anything else.

Golfo invites you to stay in one of their huts tonight. She arranges for one to be vacated and fresh rushes placed in it for comfort and cleanliness.
Forim Luk
GM, 664 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Fri 7 Jul 2017
at 15:15
  • msg #209

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods to Kraken and says "I agree, however I would not want to be so rude as to deny their help when informed.  They will be fetching their cheif tomorrow and will discuss the path ahead.  My opinion, if it comes down to a vote, is to let them decide for themselves.

One of our missions is to try to keep knowledge of a rebel cell from the imperials.  And while I think they know, perhaps we are just smugglers.  If we can keep with the locals, we might just be able to hide the extent of what we are here for..."
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 506 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Fri 7 Jul 2017
at 22:04
  • msg #210

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"I suspect it's too late for that Forim.   Smugglers would have simply fled - not attacked as we did.  They'd have also not sacrificed their ship to make it to the planet."  She shrugs.  She had hoped to garner more from these people but with Forim having revealed a concerning matter to these people, they'd clammed up and while Caddy could probably encourage them to continue talking, she wasn't sure if she wanted to deceive these people.

She shakes her head then, "I think the experiment with voting has proved the follow of that path.  Besides, they'd be voting from a position of ignorance and we'd be taking advantage of that ignorance - even if we explained the risks."
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 121 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Fri 7 Jul 2017
at 22:18
  • msg #211

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken listens to the conversation, nodding occasionally, "Did you ask what the smoke was about?  Did the Empire attack them or was that something else?"
The Force
GM, 942 posts
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Fri 7 Jul 2017
at 22:21
  • msg #212

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

As you discuss matters, village life goes on around you. Although they keep an interested eye trained in your direction, most of the villagers go back to whatever tasks distracted them before. Some seat themselves nearby with thick stones in hand, carefully chipping these flints into knives & spearheads. This labour-intensive process might not be some sort of veiled threat, but it might be.

You notice the one painted with yellow instead of red come over to you. She bobs her head politely, presses her hands together and pushes them towards you. Possibly this is some sort of greeting gesture.

"[Language unknown: Beet e ant Strproand Whe teurss, caat-ngio ut Evfoastr,]" she says to you. "[Language unknown: Ca wa miwh ri ate st Sanpredinrut Ilchus o rutwi ortsomant n eenho Urthe Unenst. Virsettin I ivle an.]"

You glance over at Golfo, seated on her stone. She appears to have nodded off in the afternoon heat.
This message was last edited by the GM at 23:28, Sat 08 July 2017.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 122 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Fri 7 Jul 2017
at 22:27
  • msg #213

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 212):

Kraken had noticed her earlier and had meant to speak with her, but the stomache cramps and talk with the group had distracted him.  Turning to face the differently pained reptile, he mimics her gesture, trying to be polite, "May the Great Spirit guide you towards peace and happiness." he offers.

Looking to Forim, he nods, "What race do they call themselves?  Calling them reptiles seems rude and blunt."
Forim Luk
GM, 665 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Sun 9 Jul 2017
at 01:17
  • msg #214

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim responds "They call themselves the Yellow Eye tribe, children of Kendover.  These are the lands of the Red Stripe."
Anders Flown
player, 37 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 9 Jul 2017
at 02:02
  • msg #215

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 208):

"Well they have offered for us to stay the night and will guide us to what we are looking for. We really can't ask any more of them without exposing them to extermination and death."

Anders does the same gesture back to the one with the yellow paint. "Ask them what this is all about."

-
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 507 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Sun 9 Jul 2017
at 05:30
  • msg #216

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy returns Rak's greeting, suspecting that the Yellow Eye's 'diplomat' might have ulterior motives to speaking to them given their furtive looks towards the other speaker.  Caddy could play this card, of course, but her concern that they'd be endangering the lives of these people is still valid.  [Language unknown: "Ecthouich ntwe, Undsa.  Siare Asta-moou.   St ei ingiontin we hiswerstr u meloss p it ck re setno Ecprnd sontraith ekoun e Allaer omofwh, tic is venhi rutthueenday dian vennotereout oun osntof manvirund waisekof sefoatie u ionac wailmoeela artiveenc.   M ion allderess ar santintic outounest eveearareare he larverconove na sanavewhethi olss pl ul of dilond ngusla wh sshica ardomethu ica.  Iouersort iois ad icmi li his?"]

She responds to her team with a question, "Are we still willing to risk their lives to stay or hide with them?  The Imperials are no doubt tracking us and if we got here within the day, they will surely catch us before the night is over.  Even the fact that we passed through here cold damn these people - which is why I suggested a diversion.   I am however open to tactical advice here...."
The Force
GM, 944 posts
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May the Force be with you
Sun 9 Jul 2017
at 17:45
  • msg #217

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"[Language unknown: Aran Ca io Sacom n m ilnaiv t san tecare'chch thiuretin?om Eeca ostaon, encwe ec llcemi t nase itntin. Res Ounationetrayin us man a aiin eiacch enncno la ng adadet ortrescom e.  Po io lo eean e ietha ioalla n, u ave arle prederone ri i ouckmi asuleeho. Ei m erun atiichesstra n isacwa bleherted, our pren un te ut artthande pa tic Ted.]"

The Yellow-Eye scratches under her scales, which you are beginning to see is common Geik fidget. "[Language unknown: Wa weoun tekor t e econca, Ca is illaul sti Thast, onica ceelri, eknoer erswe ni. Ent ulofna ineck ngac cailai m ekwh Hoto Fingic, man U i p artsonera naes dayon ac ofart man. Ei ntusol k atesetbut un. Becech inek oun loheusur u wervenlinyin, eauderons not ch tapo'chll.]"

The way she emphasizes 'conflict' makes you believe there is more to say, but she retreats into small talk and pleasantries. She compliments your excellent clothing and tells you a little about the native wildlife.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 508 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Sun 9 Jul 2017
at 18:52
  • msg #218

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

[Language unknown: "Ec ce e nc ratunddin, Pata, are of etpa omthofpoek ul n iv itdi-niai pait leswheher oernceanyateect."]   She smiles, [Language unknown: "Ur nefo le icar ee er i ntepr iveonehisionred whi Sileisec roome areratwer uros p, ver Ee whlias ardwerted ounis arurfi p eardaypro alliveare hou toreai i io aiad arill whistrmen?"]   Of course, her conversation will be couched in words she can understandably use and that Rak can understand.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 125 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Sun 9 Jul 2017
at 21:56
  • msg #219

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 217):

Kraken watched the female Yellow Eye tribe - children of Kendover, not understanding what she said or waht she was trying to pass to the others.  Determine to get the language translated, Kraken pulls out his datapad and begins to work on a translation program to decipher what it is they were saying.

Thinking on what Caddy had said, Kraken shrugged, "If the Empire finds our tracks and track them here, they may come to any conclusion they want.  If we are living with them, the Empire will likely assume we are allies and attack them and us.  However, what I haven't heard yet is, are the Empire at war with the Yellow Eye tribe already?  I don't see the Empire coming here to this planet, this area and doing what they wish without breaking a few eggs to get what they want, which most likely includes killing some Yellow Eye tribe members, taking over their territory or doing something to offend them.  If the two are at war, us staying here won't make any difference."

He offers shrugging, "If that has been asked, then I must have missed it as I was eating dinner."

OOC:
'Kraken' rolled 3 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2p 2a 2b 1c 2d 1s.  Computers - translation program.
Forim Luk
GM, 667 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Mon 10 Jul 2017
at 01:00
  • msg #220

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Seeing Caddy taking charge of the situation, Forim gladly takes a step backwards.  He says "We cannot tell these people what to do, inform them of the risks and let them make their own decisions."

Noticing a more interesting project, he works with Kraken.  Writing a translation program was a great idea.  This means that all of the team can keep up with it.  He corrects a few things here and there, and provides some phonetic help with meanings.

"We should tie it into your com, so it can pipe to everyone on a secondary channel." he suggests.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 509 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Mon 10 Jul 2017
at 13:13
  • msg #221

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy nods to Kraken.  They hadn't actually asked them explicitly though Golfo's reaction had given them a hint, [Language unknown: "At asweoufi oueeta tr ad out alsa diri redainthithi n sa urer Alca-anna.  Tr maon hockthon ica?  Proon unic Oflinc?"]
The Force
GM, 949 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 11 Jul 2017
at 02:30
  • msg #222

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"[Language unknown: Is priv comtheted o whckpo Mievllpe shere beaciv ha. Un er thutrande os ers hafi paesna miure enttraour tedwitson th as onelarons estbleich ne hissetore hasastere ticnotcom teilck out eksealca sherutble. Nopo k illne trabutour p wiofas ersantromort. Nde ect ck fias maant eenonehas, mo ll pr ard daymented nceenticawhi thu ie. Proomeome me k hou som hismenbut ome i ichng sions.]"

Rak, the Visiting Voice of the Yellow Eyes, explains some things about the animals you encountered so far. The tiny hopping birds are called Relk, and they are known to be heralds of life. The small, burrowing mammals that eat insects are Cald. The hand-sized lizards are called Trairg, and it is considered disgusting to eat one. The hive insects are called Brus, and they eat dirt to fertilize the soil. The larger lizards sunning themselves on rocks are called Slasagian, and it is their waste that is used to make the explosive powder the Geik use for weapons. The scavenging bird is called the Phelt, and when you see one you must spit and curse to ward off bad luck.

The Clohin are a small insect that jump many meters at a time. They are sacred to the Geik, for they hatch & swarm at a certain time of the year. When that happens, it is time to take mates to the 'Tear,' the valley south of the wasteland.

Education 1d, Lore 1d, or Xenology 1d.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 510 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Tue 11 Jul 2017
at 10:29
  • msg #223

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy looks to the others.   Considering they had a speeder with them and it didn't surprise these people, these 'beasts' Rak was referring are probably not similar.  That said, they hadn't seen the speeder's firepower.   "They don't appear to know about the Imperials.   It's even more reason to be concerned at what we may be drawing these people into."  She sighs.   "I know they could be a great help to us, but I'm still not comfortable involving them.   Hopefully they'll leave soon with the swarm and we need to make sure those following us, continue to do so."
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 103 posts
Tue 11 Jul 2017
at 12:49
  • msg #224

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklos conscience is triggered again by Caddys words. He paces around the meeting area, offering a few worried and pointless glances at the horizon.
"Me and Kraken could take the bike and play a hit n run game with the Imps to buy these people some time?" he offered with a hopeful smile.
Kicking a rock angrily he mutters,
"I'm not bad at stuff like that. Hiding, shooting, blowing stuff up...
I feel a bit useless here,"
Forim Luk
GM, 668 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Tue 11 Jul 2017
at 15:13
  • msg #225

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim smiles and says "Might be a good idea, but we need to draw their attention away from these camps if that is what you want to do.  Your best bet might be to go full speed across the desert on the bike, and hide out somewhere further up.  That said, I am hesitant to split op the team.  You will have no chance of backup - you might be sacrificing your lives on this en-devour."

Turning to Caddy he says "I know these are your concerns, you have voiced them a few times now.  I beleive everyone has had a chance to respond to them already.  You are in charge down here, and it is up to you on how we ensure the success of our mission.

And, as I have said before, These people are intelligent and can make their own decisions.  We can inform them of the risks, but if they are willing to help us complete our mission, then I think that is the best option.  It will also help build a relationship between these people and our cause which could be used to help liberate this planet in the future.

Ignoring that the Empire exists is not the path to success."
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 126 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Tue 11 Jul 2017
at 18:30
  • msg #226

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Xyklo Voozul (msg # 224):

Kraken frowns and offers hesitantly, "The speeder bike is our only way of quick transportation.  If it's shot during our feint, we could be miles from the main group and trying to link back could be difficult.  I really don't like the idea of splitting up.  Too much could happen.  We are vulnerable now, splitting up could make it worse."

He says shrugging his shoulders unsure of the best course of action.  While what he said may look as being afraid, he was thinking of the mission.  If they lost anyone from the group, their chances of success rapidly began to diminish.

"If we make an obvious trail leading away, the Empire might think we couldn't communicate with them.  They obviously are not advanced and can't offer us much beyond food and shelter and if we leave, then it might seem they have nothing we needed.   Yellow-Eye suggested we follow her to her people since these people don't have an interest in stopping the Empire and don't know much about this tree of life.   Yellow-Eye and her Chief might be able to help us more."
This message was last edited by the player at 18:31, Tue 11 July 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 104 posts
Tue 11 Jul 2017
at 19:52
  • msg #227

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo returns the shrug, sympathetically.
He gestures with a hand to the group,
"Its only gonna carry two at most. So it's really only quick transportation for two, unless we use it as a shuttle service, but if the Imps pick it up on scanners it's gonna be pretty obvious like.
I dunno.
If it looks like things are getting dangerous for the group and the natives, you could always drop me off to give them a bumpy ride, and I'll catch up later?"
Forim Luk
GM, 669 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Wed 12 Jul 2017
at 01:05
  • msg #228

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Can you set it up on an auto-pilot path across the void in another direction?  That could be a distraction enough to draw them off..."
The Force
GM, 951 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 12 Jul 2017
at 11:36
  • msg #229

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The sun is definitely setting now. Most of the Geik are slowing down now, wrapping up their chores and getting ready for sleep. Although the air is still warm from the hot sunlight, it is cooling down. Even the Visiting Voice is blinking and yawning. She bids you good night and goes off on her own.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 512 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Wed 12 Jul 2017
at 23:37
  • msg #230

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

With the sun setting, the need for action is becoming more pressing.

"Right.  I need your tactical input.   These people do not need to see the violence of the Imperials - that much I am certain - and we do not have the right to draw them into a conflict they are not prepared for and cannot hope to understand or comprehend, even if we explained it to them.   I'm drawing the line there.   That said, they do have knowledge we could use and indeed need."

She purses her lips.   "From what you are saying the options are:

1) Ambush the Imperials as they track back to this way.   Dealing with them will give us some time.
2) Leave the camp and draw them away from these people while leaving one or some of us here.  Note that if I were the Imperials, I'd be scanning for tech so whoever stays here would need to give up their tech - Sorry Roger.
3) Stay with these people and hope the slaughter when the Imperials invade doesn't leave our names to be used as curses and forever immortalised as the source of all evil in their history books."

She purses her lips agian, she's clearly no happy.  "Are there any other options - because if I were the Imperials. I'd be waiting for night to fall and I'd use tech to easily overcome our defences since we're not set up for night combat."
Anders Flown
player, 38 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 13 Jul 2017
at 00:16
  • msg #231

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"If I had a choice it would be number one, though I think we are in danger of entering into an arms race we can't hope to win. So we hit them and then set off with our guides."
Forim Luk
GM, 670 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Thu 13 Jul 2017
at 00:51
  • msg #232

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Going with option 1 will, as Anders says, will start an arms race that we will not win, assuming we win the first encounter at all.

Option two has mertis, but I do not think we should split up the group.

Option three, while worded in such a way that makes your opinion quite obvious, has the best chance of success.  Local guides will help ensure the success of our mission."
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 127 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Thu 13 Jul 2017
at 03:17
  • msg #233

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken shakes his head, frowning, "What is our mission?  Is it to attack and destroy the Imperial forces?  I wouldn't mind giving the Empire a black eye, but I'd rather focus on our mission.  I don't want these people killed either, but what is the mission.  It is to find whatever is on Karhexadine, yes?  I think we have another option.  That is to go with Yellow-Eye.  She has offered to lead us to her tribe and her chief who may know of the Tree or whatever it is the Empire is hiding.  I think that is a viable option, perhaps even better than the three you offered.  Everyone should, go with Yellow-Eye.  Perhaps she knows of underground tunnels that can take us below the radar of the Empire."
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 514 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Thu 13 Jul 2017
at 07:23
  • msg #234

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy nods to Anders, "A good point.   We've done this once already and a second time will be particularly dangerous and I doubt we'd get a third chance.  It's why I personally think that we need to work option 2 in to give us as much of a head start of the investigation as possible - even while we bloody the Imperials."

She looks to Forim, "Splitting the team up will undoubtedly make things more difficult - but even sending one person off to investigate while the others handle the Imperials will start the ball rolling and will reduce the impact on the team."

She nods again to Forim's comment, with a sad smile, "I am biased.  And I'm not pretending to be otherwise.   These people can help us, but I will do my best to avoid having them fall for no good reason.  It's why my opinion falls with option two - those local guides will be an invaluable help."

She then turns to Kraken, "I'm the last person to actively seek conflict.  But this is a means to an end.  We are being hunted and we need to turn the tables on those hunting us.   I believe your 'other option' is in line with the second option I've listed.   Those remaining here will travel with to investigate the chief and what he knows while the others mislead or ambush the imperials.   If we all go, I do not feel that we can defend these people and while it may be possible that there is some alternately safe route, the Imperials have already shown that they can track us - from the landing to the attack and doubtlessly further.  Who knows how they are doing this."   For those more familiar with espionage, it may cross your mind that Caddy could indeed be referring to a mole... or a plant of some sort.   It has been odd how the Imperials have so easily been able to track us!   Regardless, she's not overtly mentioned this though she is probably taking this into account when making her plans.

She then looks to the silent partners, "Has anyone else got anything to add before I make a decision?"
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 57 posts
Thu 13 Jul 2017
at 09:34
  • msg #235

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Having been pretty quiet the entire time in camp, Roger speaks up, “If the worry is that our presence will cause these people Imperiel grief, if we know the Imperials at all, the damage is already done.  Whether we’re here or not, the Imperials may strike if they can track us here from the river in any way… and we took no efforts to hide our path.  If you think that leaving will save them, I think your calculations are off.”  He pauses for a moment, “If you do decide to shut down, please remember to reboot me before leaving.”
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 516 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Thu 13 Jul 2017
at 10:34
  • msg #236

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"No Roger.  I wouldn't do that."  She smiles, "And thank you for your frank summation.  If we do however ambush the hunters, I'd be aiming to do this outside of the camp... That way it wouldn't be clear we've interacted with them and it would ensure that whoever we sent with them gets a chance to discover what they know."
Forim Luk
GM, 671 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Thu 13 Jul 2017
at 12:04
  • msg #237

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"I don't think the imperials need a clear reason to attack a people. If they have an inclination our presence will not make a difference, but will make the completion of our mission in jeopardy.

If we do hold off to attack the imperials, we will lose.  We have killed their scouting group before they even got off a message.  If I were a commander, I would assume that they met either a very talented small group of individuals, or a large group of insurgents.  Either way, I would defeat them with numbers.  We will not survive another encounter on a battlefield of their choosing.

I think that ignoring the gift the Force provided us with a local guide to help us complete our mission is another mistake" Forim says. "But I will support the group, whatever path it chooses."
This message was last edited by the GM at 12:08, Thu 13 July 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 106 posts
Fri 14 Jul 2017
at 11:32
  • msg #238

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo stops his pacing.
"I said we couldn't win an arms race a while back. That's what the Empire does.

We do have to expect them to know something is up, like, they have to know we are here. Even if they don't know who we are.
I reckon Forim has a good point about a guide. If it means we get what we came here for and can get out quicker, let's use the help. Less time here means less chance we get the Geik involved in our war. I'd love to liberate the planet, be we don't have the firepower.

Im not here as a tactical operations personnel, so tell me to shut up if you think I'm being an idiot. I think we should stick together, with a guide, and leave the rest of these folk out of harms way. We search for the tree like we were tasked. But we have a plan in case the Imps track us. Me and Zeic are probably the best trained for hit n run skirmishes. You guys got all the technical skills, piloting talent, and Caddys the leader like.
I don't want us to split up, but...    We can give you time if we have to."
Forim Luk
GM, 674 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Fri 14 Jul 2017
at 13:05
  • msg #239

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Looking to their host, Forim says "Lets accept their hospitality for now, as it is rude for us to keep them awake at this late our.  We need shelter and sleep now.  I for one am exhausted.

I think everyone has provided their opinion on the matter.  Let us sleep on it and hear your decision in the morning."
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 131 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Fri 14 Jul 2017
at 16:44
  • msg #240

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 239):

Kraken listens to the groups input, nodding in agreement to Forim and Xyklo

Yawning, Kraken was tired, glad to find a bed.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 519 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Fri 14 Jul 2017
at 23:10
  • msg #241

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy sighs.  She had a decision to make and having Forim, her second in command, disagree with her wasn't making anything easier - and even less so as he walked away heading for sleep without even considering the need to keep watch.  "I'll stay awake a little longer...."  All night if I have to.
Anders Flown
player, 39 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 14 Jul 2017
at 23:19
  • msg #242

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 241):

"I think it is a good idea for there to be two on watch at any given time so I will join you. Lets try to stay under as much cover as we can and turn off any tech which may give our position away to over flights."

Anders joined Caddy on first watch once they had found somewhere to keep watch out of the elements and away from prying eyes or sniper shots.

-
The Force
GM, 954 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 15 Jul 2017
at 03:33
  • msg #243

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The hut is a little drafty but it's clean. You hear the chirrup of hundreds of tiny insects throughout the night, and awake with the dawn. When you go outside, the Red Stripes are waking too. They seem sleepy and slow in the chill morning, but surely they will perk up when it gets a little warmer.

Shortly after a breakfast of baked unleavened bread and jam, you observe a group of Red Stripe geik arriving over the hills. These ones are armed with many spears, and some are wearing leather armour as well. Their leader is so armed and armoured. She leads the way into the center of the village. She stops in front of you and looks you all up & down.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 132 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Sat 15 Jul 2017
at 15:30
  • msg #244

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 243):

As Kraken lays down to sleep, a thought occured to him.  They called themselves children of Kendover.  What was Kendover?  Pulling out his datapad, Kraken makes a few searches, trying to recollect if he had heard of this name before.

[Private to GM:
Not sure which may apply.  I used 3D as I thought this might be a bit beyond the norm.  If Education was the right one, I'll take the threat as strain.

10:27, Today: Secret Roll: 'Kraken' rolled 2 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 3A 3D.  Outer Rim - Children of Kendover.

10:27, Today: Secret Roll: 'Kraken' rolled 2 successes, 2 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 3A 3D.  Education - Children of Kendover.

I'd like to also recover to heal up all my strain.  Do I need to roll for this or is it automatic?  ]

NEXT MORNING

Unsure of what this one wanted, or if she wasn't friendly, Karken takes out his datapad, speaks his question and plays it back to the armored and armed Yellow Eye tribe female, "Is there a problem?  I am looking for the Visiting Voice from the Red Stripe tribe, is she still here?"
The Force
GM, 955 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 15 Jul 2017
at 16:45
  • msg #245

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"[Language unknown: Te hou tavor It Limein, ekcawi,]" the chief proclaims. "[Language unknown: Witro Ulacpata Ainallwil is we houwe Houwilthu Llas tin Outout'sheica, unofad all powhtr. Mo wi Omtihe, Mickis th ri Ati Overeseau ioosis. Nc om staundera a Meom, pe beare ni el leitai. An re ous oeris sifoti i ai oeronswhi acer tho,]" she says, pointing up towards the clouds with her red-painted speartip.

Other nearby geik gather around to watch Chief Hezbek deal with the newcomers.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 520 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Sun 16 Jul 2017
at 00:55
  • msg #246

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy had shared the watch with Anders and had been tired come morning.   Far from ideal really and, of course, it worked against her as once again one of her team chose to speak up and quite literally put his foot in it.   Gathering herself and sighing inwardly she stepped forward to speak to the chief, [Language unknown: "Il settraainsta ek hong forortprepre an ta ngshe ingoutere tefi-libela evniniwa ndnt ei ticershasrut."] She looks briefly and pointedly at Kraken.  [Language unknown: "U thiarenot her strterres er hende ompr-roacic il nenc leers se virionwit eero plma rut ave."]
Anders Flown
player, 40 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 16 Jul 2017
at 01:20
  • msg #247

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders quickly packed his gear and was ready to go before the others had wakened. It was time to move either with guides or without, they had spent to much time and allowed their trackers to probably get within yelling distance. He was actually surprised they had not been attacked in the night and spends the time waiting looking for anything out of the ordinary on the horizon or even closer.

Anders Flown rolled 1 failure, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 2a 1p.  Perception - looking for company.

Advantages as a boost to anyone else who wants to try.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 133 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Sun 16 Jul 2017
at 05:32
  • msg #248

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 246):


Kraken had about had it with Caddy's big mouth and attitude and was about to have a knock out drag out between her and the team.  He had seen the teammates looks when Caddy had given them the 'look' and they were about the same.  He could clearly see Caddy give him the what-for look.  He'd have to have it out with the princess later when it was just the team.

Eyeing Caddy, Kraken invited her to say something ... anything.  He had no problem speaking his mind, even if Caddy choose to give looks and silent reproachful glares.
This message was last edited by the player at 05:34, Sun 16 July 2017.
The Force
GM, 956 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 16 Jul 2017
at 15:04
  • msg #249

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Wow, guys. Calm down, it's just a game. A Star Wars game.

The chief looks you over and snorts a bit. Another geik from the village comes to her with a bag of paint. She begins to remove the chief's armour, who stands there as her clothing is divested, and retouch the red stripe on her torso. The chief, like her people, has no inkling of modesty.

"[Language unknown: En enich ieaile a ri rutevemen,]" Hezbek says finally. "[Language unknown: Ma ncai-ntekon rut ck Ststr Inerin forss erfoac ceare to icaes ek iono earestoveoer blendeughent m unwh aiaill. Hough ati iemack o und li. Ne avere arecomwas fore li ovene wilaveset is set Miinngli Witcomrat, in be inck Reswasson Iero-neic.]"

"[Language unknown: Thewerintderionant, u hasvirlat ounre ersrutwer evel itwit na thof Dinherich ons lateenort he menvenhat. Esing lesichndethehertic Ch Ioublevir romomemen m Fiwiho thuti noomon'rima een icathehat roriai tr ek Trntiv Manentset, Ratviroul.]"

Those of you who do not have access to a translation program are still picking up a few words of Geik language here and there. Chief Hezbek is saying that you are welcome to go south with them, but that they cannot leave yet. Something about the Blue Speckle being untrustworthy and the Three Brothers, whatever those are.
Forim Luk
GM, 675 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Sun 16 Jul 2017
at 16:11
  • msg #250

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim sees the conflict between Caddy and Kraken and steps forward to say "[Private to group Geik: Has Wise Teacher informed you of the white armored enemies that hunt us?  They are very dangerous and could cause harm to your people should we travel with you.]"
The Force
GM, 957 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 16 Jul 2017
at 16:40
  • msg #251

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Chief Hezbek snorts again. "[Language unknown: Voret o omol adncforo, sti stiut Ion Iouesssom omall leles la aloer a k. Ar ven theve n wi ekhait roat, Hi ioel ha wi str lires theof and as u foev iletal. Neher t encwitera a nech, ort waad il lin i Ec. Is el onsho nilaal, i etour, ss k nt entaet.]"

The matter seems closed to her satisfaction, or perhaps she merely has other concerns occupying her attention.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 134 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Sun 16 Jul 2017
at 21:19
  • msg #252

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken turns and nods a few centimeters towards Forim as he turns away from Caddy to face the new children of Kendover.  He had an inkling this Clohin must be their young perhaps and the  Blue Speckle tribe of Morit an older tribe they weren't on good terms with.  Looking over the Data pad, Kraken read what had been said, frowning slowly waiting for the chief's to finish their talk before interrupting.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 107 posts
Mon 17 Jul 2017
at 08:15
  • msg #253

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo picks up very little of the tension in the group. He wakes to find bread and jam for breakfast among the sounds of insects, and this in itself is enough to put him in a good mood. That and the prospect of shooting some Imps as the day goes on, well...

He slips the headphones on and happily hums and whirrs along to some fast Twi-Lek folk music.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 522 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Mon 17 Jul 2017
at 09:44
  • msg #254

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

When Forim spoke up to explain the situation regarding the Imperials, one fact became clear to Caddy - the red stripes knew of the Imperials and they clearly had some sort of 'truce' with them that they knew full well couldn't be breached at the risk of certain death.   Her argument had been a valid one and her decision, sad as it was, was at least easier to make.

That said, the offer of travel across the dry lands was an inviting one though how soon the Imperials would catch up and whether they'd simply be handed over when they did - was probably a risk the team didn't need to take.

[Language unknown: "Samoom ntile ndect stan san antenttha, Holaou."  Naven icaicaset li tohas pl ntethadin.]  Perhaps the Yellow-Eye would be more accommodating but the risk remained the same - these people could not 'defend' them even if they could help them.

She then looked to the others, motioning them to join her as she stepped off to the side.  Their course needed to be set.
This message was last edited by the player at 15:20, Mon 17 July 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 677 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Mon 17 Jul 2017
at 11:48
  • msg #255

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

As Forim hears Caddy make a short statement then leave it hanging while he also hears her back away, he smiles and says "[Private to group Geik: Yes, Thank you for your very kind offer we would be happy to join you on your migration south.  When are you planing to depart]" trying to sort out the details as Caddy had implicitly given Forim the OK to continue acting as ambassador.
The Force
GM, 960 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 18 Jul 2017
at 00:46
  • msg #256

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"[Language unknown: T ek anddinall un be ic, ica Yinartund day tedhouwil ame rat,]" pipes up the Wise Teacher, Golfo. She walks with her cane and the aid of a younger Red Stripe as they near the conversation. "[Language unknown: Erpa areivetic el at rea arwi ica evedayame ratlatine loint lona icaaveera tioersers mi rom thtaha ithwh urla estou. Ave der Oerbutore ardsonnti, is romestwil arek fisi uttele. Whear ica diolos anwas laivni.]" She breathes heavily. "[Language unknown: Pl na E, eauithiou. T k eite our, reles vir yinkorrut ai ng paund paiv enpoca.]"

The Chief and her band of warriors begin thumping their spear-butts on the earth. "[Language unknown: I! An wiltiokor whill th Chhout nesthi! Ofave nceounour fi und il ceera. Latreaver ter Ev Ertoli ni dayoeroer not ionaul asplmiomwa arieee all ous!]" She is shouting by the end, and the hunters are making ululating shrieking noises. Their pounding is kicking up a considerable amount of dust.

Without the translation program, you can tell some of the basics of the conversation. The Chief still seems very focused on this Blue Speckle issue, even though Golfo has just told you that the moment for their migration is nearly here.
Forim Luk
GM, 681 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Tue 18 Jul 2017
at 12:31
  • msg #257

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim hesitantly asks "[Private to group Geik: Is this a Geik problem, or is there something we can do to help in thanks for guiding us south?]"
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 139 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Tue 18 Jul 2017
at 13:54
  • msg #258

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 256):

Kraken had a hard time reading the conversation and n his data pad and soon changed the settings to record and store the conversation to be reread at a later time.  Probably Missing some key information he frowned unsure exactly what was going on.  Stepping back from the group, he began to read the translation glancing at Forim, Caddy and the lizards.
The Force
GM, 962 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 18 Jul 2017
at 22:26
  • msg #259

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Hezbek is nonplussed. She draws her arms inwards and raises her head up on her stalk-like neck. "[Language unknown: Itai ditril tin ourec? Anyivehis ation m itli ho entard-illres onewa Eiart Undioucomati ne beic manionvor? Ch tinck avebleure setel p atloiv e rathatnde it straretheing? P nanobe wa!]"

The Chief turns to her cadre of a dozen warriors, armed with spears, bombs, and knives, and wearing leather armour. She bellows, her clicks and shrieks echoing off the hills. "[Language unknown: T sstio uler ers en ilriwa! Be i outas, a unee artndetin sti Issom Prinfofo ithol Unbewe osicunpl!]"

The warriors cheer. The dozens of other Geik present draw back and glance among themselves.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 526 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Wed 19 Jul 2017
at 15:49
  • msg #260

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy swallowed any frustration she might have felt from the fact that she had to be so obvious with her companions and spoke up so there was no 'confusion' with her previously subtle suggestion.   "Forim, Kraken, Anders, Roger, Xyklo and Zeic.   A moment of your time please."   Polite, but firm.

Leaving the chief to continue his rally, she waited for her team to focus and then continued, "The situation here continues to evolve but I've come to a decision.  As it stands, we can't rely on the Red Stripes and the Yellow Eyes, while more sympathetic, are a long way from home.   Do we want to be involved in a war with the Blue Speckle?  We may be able to resolve their issues but whatever we do there will take time - and time is not something we have."

She looks around at everyone to make sure they are still following, "The Imperials are undoubtedly looking for us after the stunt we pulled with the speeder squad.  They'll be sending a second squad at the very least but given the forces available in space, I very much doubt they will be sending 'legions' after us.  This squad has probably already tracked us here but is probably avoiding conflict until they get backup."

"So we're going to give them something - and buy ourselves time."   She looks to her tacticians.   "Xyklo, Zeic - I'd like to leave here - heading away from where we'd be heading if we left with these people and I want the Imperials to rush to spring an ambush on grounds of your choosing.   Kraken, Roger... I want you to make sure that any transmissions they are able to send regarding how the conflict is going are record - and shut down.   I don't want anything getting through and I want their codes and voice prints so we can confuse their base of operations to buy us time."

"We all need to be there prior to the ambush - anyone can count footprints - as we don't want the Red Stripes punished for their kindness."

She purses her lips, "Once we've dealt with those following us, we can try and help the red stripes and push on with our mission knowing that we've misdirected the Imperials from the Red Stripes and bought ourselves some time."

"I'm sure you have reservations, but I need you all on the same page and working towards the same goal.   We all have our skills and they need to be put to good use.   Are you in?"

While Caddy is a confident negotiator, there is still nervousness in her voice.   She is no military leader and not naturally a tactician and so making tactical decisions will generally be her weakness.  She need support, not division.   The question is - will you contradict her or support her.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 108 posts
Wed 19 Jul 2017
at 16:58
  • msg #261

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo, wired again from a jam breakfast, salutes sharply.
"Got it Captain.
Just point me in the direction you want us to take, yes? Mind you, Zeics the real tactical terrain expert here.
I mainly just sneak around and shoot people.

So how long till we leave? And how far out from here do you want to be fir the ambush? And you want us to try and take prisoners or us it a no witness kind if thing?
And should we stick around to harry any follow up assault, or hit em once and get back to you guys sharpish like?"
It's not quite a blur, more of an overexcited garble. The Verpine mind is clearly trying to put as many pieces together as possible, but really needs the Sullusts calm experience to put it together.
Anders Flown
player, 41 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 19 Jul 2017
at 21:15
  • msg #262

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 260):

"We use the height to our advantage and we should see if they have any suggestions for a possible ambush site ?"

Anders was glad the decision had been made and they could now move forward with a plan.

-
Forim Luk
GM, 683 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Fri 21 Jul 2017
at 11:50
  • msg #263

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Mam" Forim starts hesitantly "As I have been the most vocal adviser against this course of action, am I to assume that due to your lack of orders for me in the mission that you would like me to be excluded from it?"
This message was lightly edited by the GM at 12:20, Fri 21 July 2017.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 530 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Fri 21 Jul 2017
at 12:10
  • msg #264

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Don't be silly Forim.  Just because we disagree on a course of action, doesn't mean I'm about to exclude you.  You are an integral part of the team.   Perhaps you can work with Anders and speak to the Geik and investigate a suitable ambush point?  We also need to speak to the Chief once he's done with the rally.  I'm sure he could be convinced to hold off the attack if it means saving the lives of his people - though we'll need to brush up on our politics.  Buying us time here will be pointless if we aren't able to leave here and complete our mission.   I won't be able to navigate the political minefield alone - I need you you work with me - find out what you can."

She then looks to Anders, "Hopefully that also answers your question - find a good spot - speak to the locals.   I know you'll give us the best shot at making this happen."   Well, she can't be accused of not having confidence in her team.

Then to Xyklo (and to Zeic who seems to still be suffering from having eaten the Geik food!) "This may not be your forte, but what about the firearms the Geik have?  COuld you fashion something from them that would give other, possible better, options and give the Imperials a bit of a shock?"

She looks to Kraken hoping he has something for her as he holds a pivotal role in the plan - he pretty much has to guarantee that they can lock down communications as soon as the attack begins or the game will be up!  "We're good to go Kraken?   What do you need us to do, get or make to make this happen?"
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 142 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Fri 21 Jul 2017
at 13:27
  • msg #265

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 264):

Kraken, thinking on the request for jamming, nods slowly, "first I will need  an antenna, preferably in a high place.   I will need a power source. Not an incredibly strong one; the speeder bike's battery should be sufficient.   Last I will need to begin the program at exactly the moment someone is broadcasting. Guessing is not an option, nor is running it continuously. If I don't know when the Imps are broadcasting, I won't be able to find the signal in the ambient noise.   If those doing the ambush will alert me before they attack, I can jam the Imps communications .  I can do it better if I am closer.    Basically, a good antenna near the ambush site higher than the Imperials should do the trick.  If we work together, we should find an ambush site that works for them and me."
This message was last edited by the player at 13:29, Fri 21 July 2017.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 531 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Fri 21 Jul 2017
at 13:42
  • msg #266

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Perfect.  And if you need a decoy or red herring to distract the imperials and maybe encourage them communicate on our terms, don't feel that you can't suggest dangerous tasks for others."   She smiles, "I've every faith in you guys."   She then also produces the military grade comm-link with working battery she had stashed in her backpack and handed it to Kraken.  "I'm sure you can put this to good use."
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 59 posts
Sat 22 Jul 2017
at 18:51
  • msg #267

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger's processors whirr a moment, "The primary communication antenna on my power and command pack may be of use; it was used to connect this model of B1 Battle Droid to orbital command ships during the Clone Wars.  I have been upgraded with independent neural processors, and no longer interface with command modules - the antenna largely goes unused.  Perhaps we can interface with the command unit and antenna to achieve our goal."
This message had punctuation tweaked by the player at 12:38, Sun 23 July 2017.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 143 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Sat 22 Jul 2017
at 19:51
  • msg #268

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 266):

Kraken nods, "Yes, I'm sure these will come in handy." he offers.

Looking to Roger he nods, "Good idea for the antenna!"

As he considers the ambush, he Looks to the two men preparing the ambush, "The Geik have their own version of 'gunpowder'.  If you can get them to share, you might be able to daisy chain several together to drop some rocks on their heads, assuming you can lead them to a canyon, ravine or something of the like.  They will be so busy avoiding rocks and dust by the time they come out of the cloud, they should be easy targets.  If you know explosives well enough, you could try to make a focused charge pushing projectiles into their formation, hurting them all."
This message was last edited by the player at 23:55, Sat 22 July 2017.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 533 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 6 / 10 Wo
Sat 22 Jul 2017
at 22:00
  • msg #269

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Now that is something Cassy had certainly not considered, "Good Idea Roger!  Your antenna should have the gain we need - and if Kraken interfaces through you, our attack vector won't be stationary!   If you oculd work on mechanics or getting that up and running, we'd havea solid base to work from." 

Kraken's suggestions about the explosives garners more praise, "Another excellent suggestions.   A lot of this is going to rely on finding a good solid ambush point - so, if everyone has a task, let's get cracking!"
Forim Luk
GM, 684 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 16:11
  • msg #270

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods to Caddy then moves toward Anders and nods grimly, ready to help if needed.

Ground based tactics was not Forim's forte, so he deferred to Anders' ideas.
Anders Flown
player, 44 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 23:31
  • msg #271

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 270):

'Lets take them as they exit the maze, those up top who are not so good with a weapon but can hurl rocks. The rest on either side of the canyon with natural or improvised cover. We can run some ropes across at head height for any speeders which might be running ahead. I have a couple of grenades but probably not enough. Does anyone else have any explosives ?"

-
The Force
GM, 969 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 25 Jul 2017
at 01:57
  • msg #272

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddenra, ever on the watch for potential allies, eyes the geik chief and her warriors. They are done with their morale-boosting declaration of intent, and are heading as a group between the houses. They collect food, weapons, and other supplies which they collect into bundles held by leather straps.

The rest of the villagers, perhaps somewhat reluctantly, pile forth various supplies that are then collected by the warriors. There is an argument above the table where gunpowder grenades are being created; apparently there aren't enough to satisfy the Chief, and the crafters are making excuses.

One of the warriors is following along, but keeps looking back at your group. She tilts her head left & right, as though trying to solve some puzzle. She stalks over to the chief and begins whispering to the side of the chief's head, cupping her hand over her mouth for secrecy.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 537 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 7 / 10 Wo
Tue 25 Jul 2017
at 12:48
  • msg #273

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Seeing that it looks like the chief intends heading out on 'imminently' - the urgency of speaking to him and avoiding the conflict increases.   The female Geik's action do however catch Caddy's eye and seeing that the chief had left the warriors to collect food and weapons and the like and that he himself was 'somewhat' free, she walks over to him and, without interrupting the woman, provides a sign of respect to the chief (while trying to overhear what the female might be saying considering the general noise probably means she's not speaking in a complete whisper).

[13:16, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 4 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 2D.  3A 2D - Listening In.  Threat taken as strain.]

She then steps forward and, making sure that there is a limited audience (she doesn't want to embarrass the chief), she speaks out, "Honourable Chief....  I can see that you are preparing to head to the Blue Speckled tribe... to battle.   But I also see the concern and worry on your people's faces."   She purses her lips in an attempt to show her concern to these people.   "I do not doubt your bravery as your people clearly show resolve and strength... but there may be another way to resolve this issue."

She waits to make sure he's willing to listen, "Chief.   Can I offer you the chance to save your people AND resolve this conflict!"  She continues, "My people and I seek the Tree of Knowledge.    As I understand it, this would take us towards the Blue Speckled tribe's lands.  I offer your my skill as a Voice... a diplomat and negotiator... as a mediary between your tribe and the Blue Speckled tribe's chief - in the hope that I will be able to resolve this conflict without bloodshed.   In return I ask only for a guide to these lands and that you beneficently delay your attack on the Blue Speckled tribe.   You lose nothing.   If we fail, you have shown your willingness to give them a second chance, and you give your people time to arm your warriors, increasing your own chances of success.   If we succeed, you will the chief who saved the lives of many!  Who avoided conflict and united the tribes in friendship."  She pauses to let that sink in, "All I ask are guides who know your lands intimately - who can guide us safely to lands of the Tree of Knowledge and to a meeting with the Blue Speckled tribe."  Those same individuals will hopefully also be able to help the team work out a good ambush point as they're familiar with the lands of their people.

[OOC: Negotiation - 1A 2P.   I'd bargain on a Boost for his not losing face with his people and it being a win-win for him, and another Boost the fact that he'd be risking so little whereas war risks life and limb of many and his people may turn on him if he loses!   Also, and this may or may not be a boost, but giving in to our demands gets us away from here and with us away, he doesn't risk contact with the imperials - probably also a good thing for him since he knows the imperials and what they can do!

As for difficulty - It's his defence plus probably a setback considering the raid is already in motion (despite the hold-up of the weapons) and he wouldn't want to loose face - though I've tried to counter both.]
Forim Luk
GM, 686 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Tue 25 Jul 2017
at 17:48
  • msg #274

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Anders Flown:
In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 270):

'Lets take them as they exit the maze, those up top who are not so good with a weapon but can hurl rocks. The rest on either side of the canyon with natural or improvised cover. We can run some ropes across at head height for any speeders which might be running ahead. I have a couple of grenades but probably not enough. Does anyone else have any explosives ?"

-

Frowning to Anders and motioning for Kraken to join them he says "I don't think so, however the Geik mentioned that they use the feces of a local species to create their gunpowder.  Do you think you could replicate the process and perhaps provide some industry scale to it?  Make a bulk batch?"
Anders Flown
player, 45 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 25 Jul 2017
at 20:32
  • msg #275

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 274):

"I don't think we have the time. He looks around at the tribe members preparing to leave. "As it is I think we probably don't have the time to set up the ambush unless we leave now."

-
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 144 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Tue 25 Jul 2017
at 23:51
  • msg #276

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken shakes his head, "I don't have any explosives.  Just a Blaster Pistol from the stormtroopers we ambushed, the speeder bike and my Fusion Cutter.  Caddy also gave me these Military grade comm-link with working battery." he finished.


Looking about he nods to Roger, "Where do you think would be a good spot to jam?  We'll want to be close to the ambush point, that way we could support if we had to.  Anders, any thought of where you wanted to ambush the Troopers?"

OOC:
What skill should I roll to find a good 'Jamming' point high enough?
If I can find a good place, then perhaps Anders can work his Ambush nearby.
Anders Flown
player, 46 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 26 Jul 2017
at 00:20
  • msg #277

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to 'Kraken' (msg # 276):

"I was thinking the exit from the maze and you guys should probably be up on the canyon rim if you are happy with that ?"
Forim Luk
GM, 687 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Wed 26 Jul 2017
at 00:29
  • msg #278

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "Lets move out then"
Anders Flown
player, 48 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 26 Jul 2017
at 04:01
  • msg #279

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders worked as fast as possible to find somewhere to hide and to give himself some cover before any scouting or search and destroy patrol arrived on the scene. He was hoping to find somewhere that gave him and angle on the maze entrance so he could see anyone moving along the river bank before they exited the maze proper.

Anders Flown rolled 1 success using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 1a 1p.  Vigilance.
The Force
GM, 971 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 26 Jul 2017
at 15:35
  • msg #280

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Chief Hezbek seems to be considering your words. "[Language unknown: Pr ard vor ofrea vor Ted Ieulio hoous setourstr ect theksa usesmo betiil atick an entughithdin Ingoulear, all ec atha korca ted the thsti ear be ticectres ourad ouriouvor. Ca aret eemoar no andastwerblehas iou ca Llitni Iono.]" With that, she turns back to preparing for her group's excursion.

Shortly after this, the team makes their way to the stone maze, about where they left it at the outflow of the river. On their way back, they observe a few things about the river that they were too stressed to notice before. The river is a little deeper around this area, making for a good place for swimming and possibly fishing. It's flowing a little faster in the centre as well. You notice some fish in the water. Some of the small fish flit around in great numbers. They are about finger sized and bob about the surface. There are some larger fish as well, that seem to prefer the deeper water. These ones seem to be about a foot long, give or take a few inches.

You find a neat-looking alleyway between two stone pillars. It is narrow enough to provide cover against enemies approaching along the river valley, but provides a chimney to climb up and get to the top. Once up there, Roger will be able to extend his antenna and begin scanning the airwaves.
Forim Luk
GM, 688 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Wed 26 Jul 2017
at 15:55
  • msg #281

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Kraken, you are up top with Roger.  Everyone else find a spot to hide." then he looks around for large boulders that are ready to fall with some persuasion... enough to stop a convoy

12:03, Today: Forim Luk rolled 2 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2P 1A 1c 1d.  Rolling Perception.
ignore up to 2 threats.
NET 2 success
This message was last edited by the GM at 16:04, Wed 26 July 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 109 posts
Wed 26 Jul 2017
at 16:16
  • msg #282

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo gives up trying to follow the translation coding on the datapad. He's just not gifted with tech like Kraken, and he doesn't have Caddy's people skills. In fact his people skills had been compared to an overexcited dog, which seemed a little unfair.
It is with some relief he hears Forims simple call to get in cover and get ready for the ambush, at last something he is familiar with!
The Verpine grins at the Duros, and veritably bounces off.

The hiding place he chose wasn't that great. He realised too late the firing angle would be better twenty metres to his right, but no point in worrying, he rolls around in the gritty earth to enhance his attempt to blend into the surroundings.
His rifle tucked into his shoulder, down on one knee behind a rocky crop, Xyklo smiles.
Jam and an ambush. Not bad so far...

OOC: 17:05, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 3 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4A 2D.  Stealth to hide!
17:05, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 failure, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 2D.  Know warfare to get some ambush.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 146 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Wed 26 Jul 2017
at 18:06
  • msg #283

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 281):

OOC
What is the range from the top of the cliff to the group?
Will my blaster pistol reach?  Medium range
If not, I'll ask if any one has a spare rifle.   
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 538 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 7 / 10 Wo
Wed 26 Jul 2017
at 22:55
  • msg #284

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Well That seems like a pretty crap deal all things considered.  'We'll match.... what on earth!'  She sighs inwardly at her lack of real progress.  The chief was being stubborn but at least she'd held off for the time being though she clearly still intended the war-party prepare.

[OOC: Was there a roll Negotiation roll made for this, Mr GM?  I ask as there was the chance of a triumph in there....  2 in fact!  If you did not, what was the chief's difficulty, please?]

She'd wanted to go and speak to the Voice (since the Chief had not agreed to provide them a guide!) but saw her team preparing to head out and join them.  She is no military expert but someone with a gun is likely to come in handy so long as they are pointing it at the enemy and she's 'good enough' to do that.   Taking direction, she'll find a spot to hide (beyond the choke point) and will sit though she'll quietly ask over the low-power comm, "So, just wondering, how long do we have to wait?   What intel did you guys get to prompt the rapid departure for this location?  And did you solve the problem of knowing exactly when the comms would be used?"   Hopefully her team's experts would have the answers - and to be fair, she fully expects them to!
Anders Flown
player, 49 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 26 Jul 2017
at 23:34
  • msg #285

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 284):

"If I was pursuing a group of people I would push them hard from first light and our trail lead out here so it is the most likely exit point. Other then a hunch I have no intel, but this is what I would do if I was in charge." He rubs his chin for a second before adding.
"What makes me uneasy is what the imperial commander has at his disposal and how he will use it. Air cover, artillery... we hit the scouting party and they send in a search and destroy patrol with grav tanks. There are to many unknowns... I don't like it."

-
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 147 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Thu 27 Jul 2017
at 00:02
  • msg #286

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zipping up to the top with the speeder, Kraken sets up shop with Rodger, ready to get the job done.  Attempting to hide, Kraken really couldn't find anything to hide behind big enough to help him.  Taking a knee, Kraken reduces his silhouette to make himself harder to see.


OOC:
Aveagar rolled no successes.  Perception.
- Big Surprise.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 539 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9 / 13 St -- 7 / 10 Wo
Thu 27 Jul 2017
at 00:27
  • msg #287

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Ok.   I trust your hunches."  She smiles at that even if the others might not be able to see her from where they were sat, "And wouldn't we have seen the dust kicked up from any anti-grav vehicles?  Even the speeders kicked up dust."

She herself doesn't spot anything obviously useful from her position although does find a suitable spot to prop her arm against to better her aim even if her position is a give-away.

[01:23, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled no successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 3a.  2d 3a - Perception.

01:25, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 2 failures, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 2a 1b.  2d 2a 1b - Stealth.

1 adv - For a good cover spot.  2 adv - regain strain (1 for Racial, 1 for Me)]
Anders Flown
player, 50 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 27 Jul 2017
at 02:08
  • msg #288

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 287):

"Its all to do with speed, if they are taking it slow and following our trail then no...., not that we could see in the canyon anyway."

Anders Flown rolled no successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 1p 1a.  Perception.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 02:11, Thu 27 July 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 690 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Thu 27 Jul 2017
at 14:02
  • msg #289

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Having already found a good place with cover to hide, Forim looks through his gun scope for signs of movement in the canyon, trying to give the team as much notice as possible...

10:01, Today: Forim Luk rolled 2 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2P 1A 2d.  Rolling Perception.
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:02, Thu 27 July 2017.
The Force
GM, 975 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 29 Jul 2017
at 01:00
  • msg #290

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim takes overwatch, and Roger, Xyklo, and Zeic find good cover. Anders, Caddenra, and Kraken are a bit less lucky. You cannot find good cover in this part of the canyon. You are just about to go looking for another spot to conduct the ambush when you hear the distant hum and howl of a repulsorlift engine.

Up the valley, you see a repulsorlift vehicle slowly crawling up the valley. It appears to be an Imperial troop transport, lightly armed but capable of carrying a squad of stormtroopers. They are about a kilometer away. The transport speeds up as it nears your position, heading directly towards you.

Cool or Vigilance, at your discretion.
Also, in addition please roll Perception with a difficulty of 2C 1D 1S
Anders Flown
player, 53 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 29 Jul 2017
at 02:19
  • msg #291

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Shit" Anders thought to himself, he remained still in his cover as he took a grenade off his webbing and placed it next to him for easy access. He had both of his blasters out one in each hand, ready for the coming engagement.



Anders Flown rolled 3 failures, 2 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2C 1D 1S 1p 1a.  Perception = To be expected.

Anders Flown rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a.  Cool.

-
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 148 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Sat 29 Jul 2017
at 07:22
  • msg #292

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 290):

Kraken felt exposed with no real cover.  Angry he couldn't find ... something, he was about to jump up and run for .. cover when he heard something signaling they had arrived.  Swallowing, Kraken hoped he and the others were up for ... whatever this might turn out to be.

OOC:
'Kraken' rolled 1 success, 2 advantages.  Cool .
'Kraken' rolled no successes, 1 threat.  Perception
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 110 posts
Sat 29 Jul 2017
at 09:56
  • msg #293

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo stays still, silent, waiting to pounce...

OOC: 2 advs on cool.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 61 posts
Sat 29 Jul 2017
at 13:37
  • msg #294

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger quickly removed a cover from a port on the side of his power/comms pack, and uncoils a connection cable, reaching it across to Kraken, "I guess we should get ready.  This is happening faster than expected!"

Cool - 10:31, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p ((8(P))).
Perception - 10:33, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled no successes, 1 threat  using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 1a 2C 1D 1S ((7(P), 1(A), 6(C), 1(C), 5(D), 3(S))).
Forim Luk
GM, 691 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Sat 29 Jul 2017
at 17:01
  • msg #295

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim, keeping his eyes open notices something peculiar...


12:59, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2P 1A 2C 1D.  Perception.
13:00, Today: Forim Luk rolled 4 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A.  Rolling Vigilance.
This message was last edited by the GM at 17:01, Sat 29 July 2017.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 540 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 7 / 10 Wo
Sat 29 Jul 2017
at 22:08
  • msg #296

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy hadn't been able to find good cover - but then she'd expected to eventually (and dramatically) step out and draw the attention of the Imperial scouts.  With news <"Just be ready to block their comms when they spot me....">  At least, that's her plan assuming everyone is ready.   It's not the brightest of plans, but they needed to know 'when' comms would be used and she hoped by drawing the attention of the Imperials, they'd at least have a time frame to work with.  <"Just tell me when to go....">

[22:38, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 1 failure, 1 advantage, 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2C 1D 1S 3a.  Perception.

22:18, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 2 successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a.  Cool/Vigilance.]
The Force
GM, 978 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 3 Aug 2017
at 01:46
  • msg #297

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Initiative

Forim 4
Caddy 2 & 2
Kraken 1 & 2
Anders Flown 1 & 1
Roger 1 & 1


Shadowy figure 2 & 4
Stormtrooper squad 2 & 1
Stormtrooper Seargent 0 & 4
Troop Transport 0 & 4

Xyklo 0 & 2

You see the troop transport come to a halt, and imagine the hiss as the hydraulics swing its rear door open. You see the white helmets of stormtroopers as they file out into the canyon. Then Forim sees something else.

Up high, on one of the pillars well behind the troop transport, Forim sees the glint of light off a lens. Someone is tilting a lens, probably on a sniper weapon.
Forim Luk
GM, 692 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Thu 3 Aug 2017
at 13:01
  • msg #298

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"I've got a baaaad feeling about this...

They know we are here, and deploying troops.  They probably radioed our position in already.  Sniper is on top of the canyon behind their position.

I bet they want us to approach their line."

Forim looks through the scope of his blaster pistol, seeing if he can gauge the distance and the figure more accurately.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 541 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 7 / 10 Wo
Thu 3 Aug 2017
at 13:25
  • msg #299

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Via comms, <"Time to earn your keep, boys.   I'll step forward and draw their attention.  They'll use their comms.   Be ready to Jam their signals and we can make this happen.  If we can, save and disabled the transport so they can't get away and we can use it later.">  Well, the hope that they hadn't yet reported into to 'Central' was still a slight possibility though she had to hope even as she mentally sighed.

Giving her team a moment to 'confirm' that they are ready, she composes herself before stepping 'out' of her hiding and walking forwards with something white (and only slightly lacey) to hand she walks forward.   Surrender?

[Part 1: Not sure how the mechanics will work here, but she's waiting to ensure that the action to Jam is readied before stepping out.

Part2: She's hoping the white 'flag', the fact that she's offer surrender, and the fact that she's a woman will give them pause and cause them to communicate to their leader before shooting.

I've given myself a boost for the ruse.  I've rolled vs 2D as I suspect a single trooper using his comms in this situation is probably pretty standard and almost instinctive. This may, of course, be wrong ;-)

14:21, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 3 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1A 2P 1B 1B 2D.  Deception.

If I do have a free Advantage - I'll notice something important to the scene.]
This message was last edited by the player at 13:27, Thu 03 Aug 2017.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 149 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Fri 4 Aug 2017
at 01:55
  • msg #300

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Turning the speederbike's jaming towards the stormtrooopers, Kraken checks to ensure Rodger's antenna is plugged in and ready to begin jamming.  His fingers poised above the Comm Jammer, Kraken pauses, waiting to Jam their signal.

OOC:
What skill will I use to Jam?  Computer/Mechanic?  What is the difficulty?
Can Rodger give me a boost?  Can't hurt.
Anders Flown
player, 55 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 4 Aug 2017
at 21:42
  • msg #301

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 299):

Anders could not believe what he was seeing, why was Caddy even on the ground the plan was for all semi non combatants to be up on top. "What are you doing ? They are not here to talk they are here to kill you get back in cover."

He grabs his comlink "This is Anders surprise has been blown, the ambush is compromised, they know we are here. Suggest we scatter and try to regroup after dark."

-
This message was last edited by the player at 21:42, Fri 04 Aug 2017.
The Force
GM, 983 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 6 Aug 2017
at 18:53
  • msg #302

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Up on the pillar's top, Roger's antenna is set up as a comm signal interceptor and makeshift jammer. Kraken eyes the approaching Imperials, scanning the bands. He finds it: a spike on a comm channel. He opens it up over the speeder bike's commlink.

++Baron, this is Nautilus 1. We are observing possible Romeos in the canyon ahead. Over.++

Another signal comes back.

++Understood, N-1. I am sighting in. Hold your position and prepare for a counter-attack.++

Then Caddanra makes her move to confront the Imperials. Another signal rings out.

++Baron, one Romeo stepping out of cover. Looks like she wants to negotiate. Please advise.++

++They should have thought of that before they became Rebels. Suppress the others; I'll handle her.++

All the Rebels are able to hear this communication, as Kraken has rigged the speeder bike's commlink to his own commlink and rebroadcast it. Kraken's fingers hover over the button that will jam all comm signals.

Caddenra sees the sparkle of light on a lens, then reacts just in time. A powerful bolt of yellow-green energy lances out towards her. She leaps aside, but not fast enough. The bolt catches her thigh, inflicting a painful burn.

Although Caddy has been shot, the sniper's position was plainly visible. You see a man crouched between two rocks, bracketed and less able to dodge.

The Force rolled 1 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3p 3d 1b 1s.  R H sniper rifle.
1B against next attack on sniper.
11 damage presoak

The Imperial troop transport's side-mounted gun turrets take aim. They swivel up & down, firing blaster bolts all around the canyon. You crouch in cover as shards of rock and sand are thrown up around you.

Although the transport is pushing out a lot of fire, it is doing so in predictable arcs. All you must do is wait until the firing arc traverses away from your position, and you have several seconds before it traverses back again. All this energy output causes the guns to glow, over-straining their barrels.

Today: The Force rolled 1 failure, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 1a 2D.  Blanket barrage.
No success. 1 system strain.

All Rebels turns.
This message was last edited by the GM at 21:13, Sun 06 Aug 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 113 posts
Sun 6 Aug 2017
at 19:24
  • msg #303

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The sizzling arc of laser fire hitting Caddy draws Xyklos anger instantly. Something between a snort and a chitter escapes his snout. Swinging his rifle gently to bear on the sniper he flattens his antennae...   and squeezes the trigger.

The shot is good. .
"Snipers out," he hisses into the com.

OOC:
20:11, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 2 successes, 5 advantages, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 3B 2D 1C.  True aimed sniper shot.
2 strain for double aim, true aim, sniper shot to upgrade diff and increase range.
9 Damage on the sniper, triumph and 3 advs for a pair of crits, I have two levels of lethal blows for +20 to each.
1 adv to recover a strain, 1 adv to pass a boost.
That's my turn to finish the first round, does anyone else have the ability to shoot at long range or should I take the double turn offered by the Force?
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 543 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 7 / 10 Wo
Mon 7 Aug 2017
at 08:37
  • msg #304

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Having been wounded during the previous fight and not having a stim pack, when the bolt hit her, she felt the last reserves fail and she fell to ground. Semi conscious she saw the return fire but could do nothing more....

[Caddy is at -1 wounds having taken 8 and being on 7 from the last fight.]
Anders Flown
player, 56 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 7 Aug 2017
at 09:38
  • msg #305

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


With no reply to his message Anders stays behind cover and waits. As he thought the woman took a bolt and dropped to the deck from the shot. Apparently the sniper may have been dealt with, but Anders experience of such things was never to assume anything until you see the body.

Looking at the fire coming down the canyon Anders predicted he would not have enough time to try and help the woman without catching a bolt or two himself so he waits and tries to supplement his cover with no success.

OOC:Anders has no long range capability.
Anders Flown rolled 1 failure, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a 1p 3d.  More cover.
Take the failure as strain and use the advantage to notice something on the battle field.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 03:14, Tue 08 Aug 2017.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 151 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 08/10 Stims: 5
Tue 8 Aug 2017
at 01:33
  • msg #306

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Turning the speeder bike jammers on the Imperials, accented with Rodger's internal antenna Kraken's fingers flew across the speeder bike's jamming keypad, firing a continuous wave of electronic emissions, jamming their radio communications.  The continues blast caused Kraken's to worry about the possibility of getting blown off their perch and falling to his death.  Not a pretty picture nor how he wanted to die.

OOC:
Success with Natural Programmer!
I'll take the threat as strain from the pressure.

Today: 'Kraken' rolled 5 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2P 2A 1B 2D.  Computers - Jaming with Natural Programmer (2nd roll).
This message was last edited by the player at 01:34, Tue 08 Aug 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 115 posts
Tue 8 Aug 2017
at 06:57
  • msg #307

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Turning his attention to the squad sergeant the Verpine switches to automatic fire and sets to. Gritting his....   mandibles, he holds a line of laser fire on the Trooper, pounding his armour.

The weapon however was not designed to operate at this range and intensity. With a cry of pain Xyklo flings his supporting hand from under the weapon, where the battery has overheated and burnt out.
He curses in a series of Verpine clicks and whirrs.
"Can you keep it jammed for a bit longer?" he growls when his wits are gathered.

OOC: Double aim for 2 strain. True aim and sniper shot.
, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 5 successes, 5 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 2B 3D 1C ((5(P), 3(P), 9(P), 1(P), 3(B), 3(B), 7(D), 8(D), 7(D), 7(C))).
12 Dam on the Sergeant.
I was going to take the 5 threats as 3 for a burnt cell (need to reload), and 2 for two wounds of burnt wrist if that's cool?
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 62 posts
Tue 8 Aug 2017
at 20:33
  • msg #308

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger cycles his power routing to keep the communications unit humming beyond normal power limits, paying close attention to thermal system readouts to avoid a blow-out.  He draws his blaster pistol and scans the enemies for any new tactical information to relay to the others.
His neck extends towards the enemy as his ocular sensors pick up on something, trying to get a closer look without actually moving.  After a moment, he lifts his own comlink, "That transport is working pretty hard to power its systems, it should be able to handle the load it's under no problem.  Its cryoline motivator looks to have fallen out of phase with the rest of the systems, if one of you can get close enough to hit the aft-port sensor node, the impact should be enough to knock out the motivator, causing a cascading reaction to take out the transport."

17:15, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 2 successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a 1p ((4(A), 10(P))).

Use 1 Advantage to notice useful info

Pass along 1 Advantage
Forim Luk
GM, 693 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Wed 9 Aug 2017
at 12:29
  • msg #309

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Being well out of range Forim mutters over the com "Anders, without surprise we cannot win this fight.  We should get Caddy and pull back.  Do you concur?"

He looks through his scope hoping for a sign of life, and finds none.  He curses in frustration "Sithspit, Why did she walk into the open.  It was obvious they were here to kill."  He then adds mournfully  "She is dead."

Perception: Net 1 Failure to see if she is alive
Anders Flown
player, 59 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 9 Aug 2017
at 22:12
  • msg #310

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 309):

Grabbing his comlink Anders calmly spoke "Yes I concur, suggest we scatter and regroup at night. Who is closest to the causality ?"

-
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 545 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 7 / 10 Wo
Wed 9 Aug 2017
at 23:49
  • msg #311

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy is down and out and can sadly not respond....
This message was last edited by the player at 23:21, Fri 11 Aug 2017.
Anders Flown
player, 60 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 10 Aug 2017
at 00:03
  • msg #312

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 311):

"They have a vehicle no one can pierce and our weapons cannot out-range them or even engage then at this distance. They know we are here, they know what we are doing... there is no chance of success your stunt saw to that."

-
The Force
GM, 987 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 10 Aug 2017
at 01:00
  • msg #313

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Off-balance (has 1s to next attack
Discouraging wound (flip 1 destiny point)

The sniper atop is lit up by Xyklo's blast. He falls backwards, off the pillar. About ten feet down, he snaps to a stop as a grapple line arrests his motion. He turns to the side so that his feet are planted on the wall.

The man is wearing a strange set of armour that looks as though it once was stormtrooper armour before being cut into pieces and reassembled. He also appears to be wearing a sort of backpack with a set of scaffolding attached. As he kneels down sideways on the rock, the harness' arm lowers a heavy blaster rifle into his right hand.

The sniper aims at the the Rebel countersniper, Xyklo. His aim is impeded by his wound and Xyklo's cover, and he has had no chance to aim before firing.

The Force rolled no successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3p 3d 2s.  R H sniper rifle. 1 Strain

Meanwhile, Kraken and Roger are keeping the Imperial comms offline. Kraken has successfully implemented the jamming protocol and takes the opportunity to take cover. Roger also ducks low to get out of the enemy firing arcs.

The enemy troop transport slowly advances. It crawls forward at walking speed, allowing the stormtrooper squad behind it to stay in cover. Now it is only a hundred meters away. The transport's lasers continue to sweep the canyon, laterally this time. It has no particular success at suppressing the Rebels, but the more controlled rate of fire means the guns don't overheat.

The Force rolled no successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 1a 2D.  Blanket barrage.

The stormtroopers are close enough now to use their blaster rifles. They lean out from behind the troop transport on either side, looking for targets.

The repulsorlift engines and blaster fire are starting to kick up a lot of dust. A cloud of sand is beginning to fill the canyon. The Rebels in the canyon find it blowing around their waists and getting higher. In another moment, it will be nearly impossible to see even a few feet in front of yourself.

Flipping a Dark Side point. Starting next round, there will be 2 setbacks to all visual perception checks and ranged attack rolls.

Stormtroopers and troop transport are now at Medium range
Forim Luk
GM, 695 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Thu 10 Aug 2017
at 01:25
  • msg #314

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

ooc: I am ignoring Caddy's post due to GM ruling
The Force:
Caddy is currently unconscious. She can manage, at most, a few disjointed words (Ben... Yoda... Dagobah System...) but not coherent messages or tactical analysis.

that means no complex actions like activating the comlink.

Anyone else can try to make a perception check (1D 1C 3S) to notice she is alive in all this tumult.


Forim says to Anders "She is dead, and even if someone could get out to her, they would be shot too.  We need to either leave the body behind or incinerate the body so they don't know more about us.

I don't even see a way for everyone else to get out of this..." he says as he trails off

"Start retreating under cover" he says more firmly "I will support your retreat.  If I don't make it out, Anders you are in command."

With that, he takes a shot at the troopers in the troop transport.  He looks through his scope, the filters automatically compensating for the increased blaster fire and he gets a series of clean shots.

21:20, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success, 6 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4p 2D 3B.  Gold Plated Pistol  +1 advantage.

Net: 9 damage, 7 advantages.
3 advantages: Crit
3 Advantages: Crit x2 (not sure if I can do this?  Kill 3 mooks in the squad?)
1 Advantage: recover Strain
This message was last edited by the GM at 11:52, Thu 10 Aug 2017.
Anders Flown
player, 61 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 10 Aug 2017
at 01:57
  • msg #315

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Understood moving out, good luck I'll see you tonight." Anders looks for cover for his next bound as he tries to exit the canyon. After firing into the dust cloud trying to thin out the numbers of troopers they face he will make a sprint to the next cover.


Anders Flown rolled 6 failures, 5 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3d 2c 2p 3a.  Firing both pistols at sergeant and squad.

Figures - take one strain

-
This message was last edited by the player at 03:10, Thu 10 Aug 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 118 posts
Thu 10 Aug 2017
at 16:57
  • msg #316

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

On spying the sniper hanging by his rappelling wire and returning fire, Xyklo flinches.
"Sorry Captain, my mistake, watch your heads!" shaking the sparking fused magazine from his rifle he slams home a new power cell. Rushing his aim, his left antenna twitches uncontrollably.

He could see the dust cloud coming in with the transport, the shot had to count...

OOC: maneuver to reload, strain to True Aim. 2 Success 1 Threat on Sniper dude.
9 Damage.
If the shot doesn't finish him can I flip a light side point to have it snap the rappel wire? ;)
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 154 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 07/10 Stims: 5
Thu 10 Aug 2017
at 23:55
  • msg #317

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Aiming the Speeder Bike's forward Blaster at the vehicle aft-port sensor node Kraken took Rodger's advice, hoping his aim was good enough.  He was a technician, not a soldier and not a sniper by any means.  Something he would have to work on the in future.  Releasing his breath, he finger the triggers, sending a pray to the Force and his ancestors hoping they were watching and guiding him today.

He was surprised when his blast hit.  "Good call Roger!" he hollers excited.

OOC:
Use Anders 1B.  Take my own 1B and 2 strain for another 1B.

'Kraken' rolled 2 successes, 5 advantages 3A 3b 1d 1c.  Called shot-vehicle aft-port sensor node.

Light repeating Blaster: (Fire Arc Forward. Damage 11. Critical 3. Range Extreme. Auto-fire, Pierce 1)

Damage 13 + Pierce 1
2 Advantage: Crit  (GM said to reduce Crit by 1)
3 Advantage: Auto-fire multiple Damage to the Vehicle or the troopers by the vehicle.
The Force
GM, 996 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 13 Aug 2017
at 01:54
  • msg #318

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim shoots three headshots through the eyeplates and dome of the stormtrooper's helmets on the port side of the transport. They fall over, dead or dying.

Anders suppresses the ones on the starboard side, but doesn't manage to kill any of them.

Xyklo has turned the discovery of an enemy specialist into a personal mission. He blasts the sniper with a shot to the torso, causing the man to spin on his line. Even as he attempts to catch his balance and get his feet back on the wall, the line comes loose at the top of the pillar. He shouts as he falls to the ground several meters below.

The sniper lands somewhere in the rising dust cloud. It is hard to see if he survived and remains in the fight through the obscurance.

Perception 3D 2S to observe his location.

Meanwhile, Kraken eases the speeder bike forward and aims it at the troop transport. He fires at a certain panel on the transport's upper section, towards the aft. It pops open and sprays smoke, and an electrical discharge flows over the transport.

The transport suddenly drops from its half-meter hover. The clanging noise as it hits is quite loud, and the stormtroopers barely dodge backwards to avoid their limbs being crushed under it. One stormtrooper dodges too far to the right, and leaves the cover of the transport's chassis. He is struck by a stray bolt from the speeder bike's blaster.

The transport's repulsorlift engines are disabled but not its guns. The laser turrets track up and starboard, aiming at the stationary speeder bike. The laser cannons miss their target, sweeping high over the pillar.

The Force rolled no successes, 2 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 1a 3d.  gunnery.

More stormtroopers file out of the troop transport. Rather than lurking behind cover, they charge around the transport towards Xyklo, Forim, and Anders' position. As they hustle forward, they fire their blaster rifles. Their helmets or scopes must provide visual augmentation, for the dust doesn't impair them at all.

Among the seven stormtroopers that are on the charge is one that stands out a bit. Though his uniform is identical, his body language is different. He points and waves with his free hand, visual communication replacing commlink broadcasts. He carries a blaster pistol instead of a rifle, and a pair of vibroblades hang on his belt. He must be the squad's sergeant.

The stormtroopers are firing at all the Rebels on the valley floor, but Anders has the least cover. He is hit by a few of the blasts, including one directly over his lower back. He feels agony in his spine, numbing his senses and reducing his ability to retain his balance.

The Force rolled 5 successes, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3p 2a 2d.  stormtrooper squad R H blaster rifles.
16 damage presoak.
Triumph for Critical: Agonizing Wound. Increases the difficulty of all Brawn and Agility checks by 1 until end of encounter.

The sergeant aims and fires with his pistol. He aims at the Rebel sharpshooter, Xyklo. There are substantially fewer bolts and they are of lower power, but it gives the other stormtroopers something to focus on.

The Force rolled 1 success, 1 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2p 1a 2D 1s.  ST sergeant RL.
7 damage presoak
Passing 1B to stormtrooper squad
Anders Flown
player, 65 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 13 Aug 2017
at 02:52
  • msg #319

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Lying on the ground Anders removes two stun grenades from his vest clicking the timers and hearing a rapped series of beeps he turns and throws one into the group of advancing troopers. He aims the first grenade for the sergeant as the primary target and seems to drop it at his feet, the second grenade is then in the air and it to drops at the feet of a trooper in the middle of the group.


Anders Flown rolled 5 successes, 1 advantage, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 3a 2p.  Attack - grenade - correct dice pool.

Triumph to activate blast
One advantage as boost to next player
21 stun damage to sergeant
8 stun damage to other troopers
Disorientated for three rounds - upgrade checks

Suffer two strain for additional maneuver - throw second stun grenade.

1 success, 5 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 3a 2p.  correct dice pool.

Two advantages to activate blast
Three advantages to upgrade enemies next action
17 stun damage to one of the troopers
8 stun damage to other troopers and sergeant
Disorientated for three rounds - upgrade checks

-
This message was last edited by the player at 02:52, Sun 13 Aug 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 121 posts
ST 5/15, WT 5/12
Sun 13 Aug 2017
at 13:28
  • msg #320

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo watches the sniper fall, and disappear out of sight.
"Krillik!" he curses.

Turning back to the closer threat he is just in time to see Anders get hit and a shot wings his own carahide. No time even for cursing, flattening his antenna he comms quietly out.
"Im sorry captain. I can't leave them here."

Grimly he flicks the rifle to auto and sprays lasers into the approaching group.

OOC: 2 strain for double aim, auto fire shot.
Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 success, 5 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 2B 2D.  True auto fire troopers.
4 adv to trigger auto twice
Three troopers take 8 damage.
1 adv to recover a strain.
My Duty is personnel, so leaving anyone behind is really hard for Xyklo!
Forim Luk
GM, 700 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Mon 14 Aug 2017
at 00:12
  • msg #321

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Understood Xyklo.  May the Force be With you." and moves out from cover to do a full retreat.  He will stop by Anders to help him retreat using the storm as a cover for an outright run if possible.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 158 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 05/10 Stims: 5
Mon 14 Aug 2017
at 04:07
  • msg #322

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken watched as more troopers jumped out of the vehicle and shoot at Anders and his companions.  Forim followed his own orders and began to retreat.

"More Stormtroopers.  Too many.  Roger, time to go."

Turning the speeder bike, Kraken grabs the droid pulling him on and slipping over the edge of the rise they were on put distance and obsticles between them and the Troopers, "Hold on." he mutters hoping the rest of the team made it out ok.

OOC:
Full Retreat.
Use cover so we don't get shot in the back by the sniper.
The Force
GM, 999 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 16 Aug 2017
at 17:50
  • msg #323

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The stormtrooper squad is hit by an exploding grenade, throwing their armoured bodies asunder. They fall all around, some of them landing in the river. In the aftermath of the bright blast and ringing noise, you can see them slowly moving their arms and groaning. They're not dead, but they are certainly out of the fight.

The stormtrooper sergeant is no exception. As the grenade lands at his feet, he tries to jump over it mid-stride. The blast throws him forward, spinning. He lands hard on his front, tries to push himself up, then collapses again.

A few of the stormtroopers are still standing, or at least trying to take cover. The momentum of their charge has been completely broken. Then Xyklo opens up on them with a hail of blaster bolts. The stormtroopers break cover and run back towards the transport. They are cut down midstride.

Another cloud of electrical discharge swims across the transport. It shudders but doesn't lift off. The stormtroopers at the back of the transport that remain alive and upright pile into the back, and the hydraulic door slowly closes. The vessels' lasers open up again, though without any enemy vehicles to target they seem to be firing a suppressing barrage again. They kick up some more dust and dirt, adding slightly to the cloud.

The Force rolled 1 failure, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a1p 2d.  Blanket barrage.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 122 posts
ST 5/15, WT 5/12
Wed 16 Aug 2017
at 18:29
  • msg #324

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo watches the others retreat, and with a great deal of satisfaction the stream of dead bodies in his wake. Then his eyes rest on Caddy.
He nods once to himself, enough.
Dashing forwards in his seemingly ungainly Verpine sprint, at a speed improbable to most humans, he scoops up a repeater from one of the troopers and circles round to Caddy.

His bedside manner is probably not what she is used to, grabbing her by the left ankle he drags her behind the nearest cover, hunkering down out of sight.
He had no idea how much those shots, or the drop, had hurt that sniper. No sense in taking chances
"Captain. I got her. I'll see if I can get her on her feet, but one way or another I'll get her back to you sir," He pants into the comm.

OOC: Spending 2 strain for the extra manuever.
Taking a nearby troopers light repeater, and moving Caddy.
If I need to take an athletics check please let me know!
Not sure if combat is over, but my next turn will be to slap a stimpack on the most visible bit of skin on Caddy (Xyklo has very few boundaries here, so may well be on the face)
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 159 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 04/10 Stims: 5
Thu 17 Aug 2017
at 03:21
  • msg #325

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Glancing back, Kraken spotted Xyklo moving to the dust cloud, likely to help Caddy or Anders.  Hearing Xyklo on the comms, Kraken keeps the jamming on and sends auto fire into the vessel's side where the sensor node was located hoping to help his team mates who refused to leave.  Not being one to run if his team mates were sticking around, Kraken released a barrage of his own.


OOC:
2 strain for double aim.
Aim at the aft-port sensor node.
'Kraken' rolled 4 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 2b 2s 1d 1c.  Called shot-vehicle aft-port sensor node.  Included 2S for the dust.
Damage: 15
2 Advantage for Crit on the vehicle (this will be the second Crit for me)
Use 1 Advantage to recover a strain or take 1 less strain.
Light repeating Blaster: (Fire Arc Forward. Damage 11. Critical 3. Range Extreme. Auto-fire, Pierce 1)
Anders Flown
player, 68 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 17 Aug 2017
at 03:56
  • msg #326

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Anders was up, but he turned and added his fire to the stream of blaster bolts towards the transport. He removed two FRAG grenades from his vest and over armed them onto the transport, watching as they dropped into the hole already made by the previous successful fire.


Two strain for additional action.

Anders Flown rolled 3 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 2a 1b 2s 1d 1c.  Called shot-vehicle aft-port sensor node.

Anders Flown rolled 3 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 2a 1b 2s 1d 1c.  Called shot-vehicle aft-port sensor node.

Damage = 34 for both grenades to everyone inside the vehicle.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 03:56, Thu 17 Aug 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 703 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Thu 17 Aug 2017
at 12:09
  • msg #327

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"She is alive?" Form says into the com "She wasn't breathing when I looked at her through the scope!"

He continues to urge the group away from the enemies, not taking the time to turn around and fire.

ooc: I think you can only make 1 roll action per round?  or do you have a special talent?
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 63 posts
Fri 18 Aug 2017
at 16:49
  • msg #328

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger reaches out, taking the Imperial comm unit from Kraken, freeing his hands and attention to better help the others.  He continues to cycle his systems power to maintain the connections, and operates the unit to maintain jamming, and monitors team comms.
The Force
GM, 1003 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 18 Aug 2017
at 17:26
  • msg #329

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The grenade lands on the Imperial transports roof, bounces around a bit, and then Falls inside. There's a moment of silence and then a muffled boom. The transports guns continue to track to the west, and then stop at its farthest right point. They also stop shooting. The Imperial transport is still. Everyone on the Imperial side of the battle seems to have been defeated. You can see no sign of their sniper, alive or dead.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 550 posts
Not just a pretty face...
10 / 13 St -- 7 / 10 Wo
Sat 19 Aug 2017
at 00:42
  • msg #330

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

With the stim applied, Caddy gasps.  The pain was still excruciating but she could once again move and quickly sat up... to dizzying effect.  Taking a moment to gather herself she looked to Xyklo.  "Thank you.... And for coming nn back for me." Struggling to her feet at the sound of the grenade explosion she looked across at the still bodies and the wreckage. "We did it!  But, we have to make sure they are all accounted for.  Quickly. Salvage what you can and make sure they are dead so they can't report this!"
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 161 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 04/10 Stims: 5
Sat 19 Aug 2017
at 00:55
  • msg #331

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Dropping Rodger off with the others, Kraken makes a wide circle around the site, looking for the sniper and any other survivors, determined to capture anyone still alive.  There was still a lot they didn't know about this planet and the Imperial position that a prisoner could answer.

Once finished with his perimiter check, Kraken lands with the others, taking time to drink some water, rest and recover from the fight.


OOC:
'Kraken' rolled 3 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 1a 2d.  Perception at 2D.

'Kraken' rolled 2 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a.  Cool - Recover Strain - Resting.

Anders Flown
player, 71 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 19 Aug 2017
at 01:20
  • msg #332

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders watches as the grenade falls through the roof and the explodes. He turns to Forim as he put a stim pack into his leg. "I think the transport is out, we should make sure... cover me while I move up and keep an eye out for the sniper."

Anders will stay low using the canyon wall as cover before crossing to the transport, he crouches against it and listens.

Anders Flown rolled 4 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 5a.  Stealth - To the rear of the transport - Using dust screen.

Advantage - boost to next character.

-
The Force
GM, 1005 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 19 Aug 2017
at 03:30
  • msg #333

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Four stormtroopers are stunned, rather than wounded or dead. This includes the sergeant, who will probably be trouble later. You look over the stormtroopers' weapons. Unfortunately, these guns have been fitted with the new upgrades that biometrically lock them. Without specialized decoding gear, they are useless. Stormtroopers all carry grenades, but the grenades are combination locked. There is no way to figure out the code without arming the grenade.

At least you have a plentiful supply of blaster packs now. The stormtrooper sergeant was also carrying a pair of vibroblades, which are not biolocked.

The interior of the transport is pretty much a wreck as well. Two Imperial army officers, as well as several stormtroopers, met their ends in here. Bloody remains are on the driving controls, and much of the rest is perforated with shrapnel. You manage to salvage a crate of ration packs and water, as well as a tool kit and a pair of anti-personnel mines.

Kraken looks hard for any trace of the specialist. A few traces of blood on the rocks indicate that he may have headed west after the fight. The trail soon peters out, however.

The Force, on behalf of 'Kraken', rolled 4 failures, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2p 1c 2D.  Perception v. survival, with 1 upgrade.
Anders Flown
player, 72 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 19 Aug 2017
at 03:59
  • msg #334

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Once it looked as if the storm troopers had been taken down Anders signaled the others. He worked as quickly as possible, loading up the troopers weapons into the transport. "We can drop them off if the transport can be used or burn the lot together when we go." Anders also grabs the blades off the sergeant keeping one for himself and offering the other to anyone who puts their hand up.

-
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 162 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Sat 19 Aug 2017
at 05:20
  • msg #335

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken takes one of the blades, if no one else wanted it.  Helping to loot, Kraken will take some of the blaster magazines, if they could be used.  Entering the transport, Kraken checks the vehicle for any other electronic or mechanical parts that they might be able to use.

OOC:
'Kraken' rolled 3 successes, 1 advantages.  Mechanical - Search the vehicle for parts.

'Kraken' rolled 2 successes, 2 advantages.  Computers - Searching Vehicle for parts.
The Force
GM, 1006 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 20 Aug 2017
at 01:01
  • msg #336

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Unfortunately most of the internal electronics were ruined by the blast. Stripping the vehicle is possible, depending on what components Kraken wants to extract.

Imperial Troop Transports are basic, utilitarian craft used for surface transport where walkers are not practical. They carry a few turret-mounted blaster cannons, but few frills.
Forim Luk
GM, 707 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Sun 20 Aug 2017
at 01:02
  • msg #337

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim continues to retreat and says "We need to pull back!  The sniper was outside the jamming field, backup is on its way.  It will be flying over our position with bombers in less then a minute I bet.  We need to MOVE" as he watches Kraken continue to head toward the transport.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 163 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Sun 20 Aug 2017
at 02:24
  • msg #338

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 336):

Looking to Roger, Kraken frowns.  "Anders, do you have any more grenades?  Want to pull the pin and leave it under a body?  When they recover the body the Imperials can get a nasty surprise."

Grabbing an Imperial Helmet for his own use when shooting into dusty areas and two of the rifles from the imperials.  Even with the biometic lock, Kraken wanted to take a look at the devices.

OOC:
Hoping for any radar equipment, GPS equipment or gear that might help to navigate or map the planet a bit better.
Or find any intel they had on the ship.  Perhaps codes they use to get into their base, base map, etc.
This message was last edited by the player at 13:18, Sun 20 Aug 2017.
Anders Flown
player, 73 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 20 Aug 2017
at 02:44
  • msg #339

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to 'Kraken' (msg # 338):

"Only a couple, can't waste them. Boss says go lets grab what we have found and go." Anders then follows Forim carrying some of the gear they retrieved from the imperials.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 123 posts
ST 5/15, WT 5/12
Sun 20 Aug 2017
at 12:13
  • msg #340

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"You're welcome!" Xyklo beams back at Caddy, both antennae now standing tall. He helps the young woman to her feet, and once assured she is steady and able to move, he takes a quick circuit of the fallen troopers. A part of him has always found it distasteful to execute an already beaten foe, but as he darts around the nearby bodies with vibro blade drawn and ready he is aware of the need to stem the flow of information being sent back.

When Forims warning comes out, Xyklo sheathes his blade. No point killing these soldiers now, no value.
He should've damn well got the sniper when he had the chance.

Slipping a couple of magazines from the bodies to reload the stolen repeater, he bounds back to Caddy.
"Can you run? You want my help?" He asks, clearly concerned that she may still be suffering.

OOC: Taking the Light repeater, and a couple of reloads.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 553 posts
Not just a pretty face...
12/13 St -- 4/10 Wo + 1eC
Sun 20 Aug 2017
at 18:51
  • msg #341

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy was unsteady on her feet but the has done its magic and she's able to follow Xyklo around as he, and she sees Kraken, search the battlefield.  She too is keeping a close eye out for the Sniper in the hope that she'll be able to see him before he leaves the suppression field.

[19:41, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 2a 1b 1c 2D.  Spot.  With a LIGHT-SIDE flip.

Success on the spot...! (I used the same difficulty as Kraken)

Using the Advantage to notice that he's not quite outside the suppression field yet!]

Spotting something (and not just Forim calling from somewhere), she puts her hand on Xylo's shoulder, halting him in his tracks before quietly speaking, "Get your rifle out.   I just spotted movement.   Over there, holed up in the crevice."  She doesn't point, not wanting to give away their surprise.

[OOC: Just a note.  Caddy's Crit was '5' which is an 'easy' Crit.  She'll need medical attention if someone is able to.  But fortunately it won't badly affect her beyond the fact that she's wounded.]
The Force
GM, 1007 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 20 Aug 2017
at 22:42
  • msg #342

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Unfortunately, whatever intel was stored on the transport was fragged. The transport's sensor equipment is bare-bones at best, and requires the vehicles' power source to function. Dismantling it will not result in a workable sensor array.

The stormtrooper sergeant does have a map of the area, but it is no better than the one you have. It indicates the landing point of the Imperial Raptor, which is right next to your own escape pods' crash site.

Xyklo collects a light repeater, but finds that it has also been equipped with the Imperials' new bio-locking technology. Only someone keyed to this weapon can use it, and so far the Rebels can only break the locks with specialized technology not available in the field.

Caddanra keeps her eyes peeled as the effects of the stimpack kick in. She sees a few rocks falling between two pillars on the West side of the canyon. She also sees a Phelt bird take off, squawking in protest at something that has disturbed it. Between this and the bloodstains, the Rebels have located the trail of the sniper.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 165 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Mon 21 Aug 2017
at 00:38
  • msg #343

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Moving back outside, Kraken climbs aboard the speeder, waiting for the others to finish up their search.  "We leaving the bio locked weapons for the Imperial to recover?  The vehicle doesn't look like it's going anywhere, if they have anyone come to recover it, we could ambush them, if they don't have a large support."

Realizing that they were all likely in the sniper's sights, Kraken moves behind cover taking up a watch position encase the sniper decided to pop his head back up and take a few shots.

[Private to GM:
I'll add the vibroknife, Gene Locked stormtooper rifle and Stormtrooper helmet to my CS.  I know I can't use the Gene locked rifle, but taking it anyway for now.

Just curious, how long does it take to tap in the code to use a grenade?  I can't imagine trying to type in a code for the grenade while in the middle of combat.  No doubt it was designed by a gamer who has never been in combat or realized that often when fighting, you keep things simple or they simply don't work.  It's a nice idea, but combat wise it is impractical.  ;) ]
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 555 posts
Not just a pretty face...
12/13 St -- 4/10 Wo + 1eC
Mon 21 Aug 2017
at 10:09
  • msg #344

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

And then he was gone... "Get him!"  She points towards the spot and starts running herself, drawing her pistol.   Today was not a good day to die but if they could get the sniper before he alerted the imperials, then they'd have half a chance!

If the others can see, possibly Kraken and Roger - and maybe even Forim and Anders if they happen to have headed that was as they departed, Caddy is pointing at spot where the wildlife (the same wildlife she'd previously been able to understand well!) had given them the lead they needed.

[11:09, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 3 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1c 1s 2a 1b.  Athletics with Racial vs 1c 1s.]
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 124 posts
ST 5/15, WT 5/12
Mon 21 Aug 2017
at 10:23
  • msg #345

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo dashes after Caddy, shedding the useless repeater, but still more than a little surprised at the turn of speed from someone near death just moments ago!
Cursing in a string of Verpine clicks, he slings his rifle into position.

OOC:
11:17, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 failure, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 1D 1C.  Athletic use the adv to ready weapon.
Forim Luk
GM, 710 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Tue 22 Aug 2017
at 12:14
  • msg #346

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "We need to go, not get caught in a chase in open ground with a enemy combatant who has more knowledge of the terrain, and more skill then our group at moving un-detected, not withstanding the fact that he is outside the jamming range" Forim says uselessly into the jamming field as he continues to retreat.

Grabbing the speeder bike, Roger, anyone else who wants to live, he continues to retreat.
The Force
GM, 1011 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 24 Aug 2017
at 00:01
  • msg #347

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddanra outpaces Xyklo, who is left panting a dozen meters behind. Caddy does catch up to the enemy, who spins to face her just as she turns a corner and confronts him.

Now only a few meters away, the man decides to make a fight of it. His long blaster rifle is held on his back by a hydraulic arm connected to his backpack. He draws a blaster pistol and fires. The shot goes wide. He readjusts his aim.

The Force rolled 2 failures, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 2d.  Baron von Klisson RL blaster pistol.
1B to next action.

Xyklo and Caddy's turns.
Remember he is a Rival, so upgrade combat checks by 1, eg 1c 1d
This message was last edited by the GM at 00:02, Thu 24 Aug 2017.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 167 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Thu 24 Aug 2017
at 02:56
  • msg #348

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Picking up Forim, Kraken slips back, letting the pilot, pilot the speeder.  Having just been told by both Anders (combat lead?) and Forim (pilot leader) the Imperials were coming and it was time to go, he thought they were in full retreat.

Slipping the Stormtrooper helmet on, Kraken used the rifle sling to slip the bio-locked weapon to his back so he could better grip the speeder.  The new vibroknife was secured on his waist, a great new addition encase he had to go hand to hand.  Looking about, back towards Anders Kraken frowns.  Looking again, Kraken didn't hear or see Caddy, Xyklo or Zeic.  Figuring they were hiding but also evading and moving out, Kraken trusted to Forim as the better pilot and navigator.

OOC:
GM, Just curious, what armor were the Stormtroopers wearing?  Anything that I could take and wear?  I wouldn't mind some better armor than my Padded Armor.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 559 posts
Not just a pretty face...
12/13 St -- 4/10 Wo + 1eC
Thu 24 Aug 2017
at 09:59
  • msg #349

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

For the briefest most, Caddy considered 'talking' things through with this individual.  He was clearly outnumbered now (even if the others hadn't joined her yet).  But the moment quickly passed.  He had a gun, she had a gun.  A pity she hadn't been able to speak before he fired.
  Her pistol was already readied, she aimed, fired, and then stepped to the side to take cover from any return fire and to give Xy room to approach and take the lead.

[Actions: Aim, Shoot, Take Cover.  Cost: 3 Strain [2 for Action, 1 for Racial], Light Side Flip.

10:55, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 1 success, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1c 1a 1p 2b.  Shoot with Light Side Flip, Aim and Racial.

10:57, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 13 using 2d10 with rolls of 3,10.  Critical.

7 Damage pre-soak - with a 30 Crit (unmodified by health)]
This message was last edited by the player at 10:00, Thu 24 Aug 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 126 posts
ST 5/15, WT 5/12
Thu 24 Aug 2017
at 10:15
  • msg #350

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo dashes up behind Caddy and aims hard as the diplomat moves to one side. He squeezes the trigger...

And nothing happens. Panting, he looks at the rifle in disbelief.
"What the krillic? That was new!"

OOC: 11:10, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled no successes, 2 advantages, 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 2B 1C 1D.  Shoot the sniper!
Using the adv to recover the aim strain.
Yep. Unbelievable.
The Force
GM, 1013 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 24 Aug 2017
at 23:24
  • msg #351

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The sniper takes a blast to the torso. His armour, which appears to be modified stormtrooper armour, absorbs most of it.

He drops his blaster pistol to the ground. Even as he does this, the hydraulic arm on his backpack raises his heavy blaster rifle over his head, then lowers it down into his right hand. He takes aim at Caddy from only a few meters away. "You won't be walking away from this one, Rebel," he says as he fires.

The blast is powerful enough to blast through the rocks Caddy is taking cover behind. Shards of superheated rock pepper her face, and the dissipated heat of the plasma washes over her.

The Force rolled 4 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3p 2d 1s.  Baron von Klisson RH Heavy Blaster Rifle.
14 damage presoak
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 563 posts
Not just a pretty face...
12/13 St -- 4/10 Wo + 1eC
Fri 25 Aug 2017
at 10:09
  • msg #352

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Despite the defensive position, Caddy could do nothing against damage like that and once again falls to the ground with a cry of pain.

[11:04, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 12 using 2d10 with rolls of 4,8.  Cirt - Add 10.

Crit of 58 - Agonizing Wound - Increase difficulty of all Brawn and Agility checks by until end of encounter.

4 Health, 3 Soak, Caddy is on -7....

Please don't forget to include Defence in the rolls.

[EDIT] Crit is 48: Head Ringer : The target increases the difficult y of all Intellect and Cunning checks by one until the end of the encounter
]
This message was last edited by the GM at 12:16, Fri 25 Aug 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 129 posts
ST 5/15, WT 5/12
Fri 25 Aug 2017
at 11:18
  • msg #353

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Dropping the rifle Xyklo draws his own pistol as Caddy is dropped from another round of fire. Pointing it at arms length and setting an aim on the Baron, Xyklo chitters softly as he lets off a string of blasts.
To his immense relief the weapon works, the Baron takes a painful bolt of laser fire.
"Drop, you dressed up piece of Qulk!"

OOC: Today: ready weapon, 2 strain aim, fire. Xyklo Voozul rolled 5 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 1B 1C 1D.  Aimed shot at the thrice damned sniper.
11 Damage
1 adv to rec strain.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 169 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Sat 26 Aug 2017
at 00:29
  • msg #354

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 351):

OOC:
GM, not sure what we hear or see, if you could add something for the other PC's, it would help a lot.  I assume we hear shooting?
Also, not sure where Anders, Roger or Zeic is compared to me and Forim.
A map would be nice, but not required since the combat is almost over but perhaps group us that way we know who we can yell/talk to w/o meta-gaming.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 171 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Sat 26 Aug 2017
at 07:03
  • msg #355

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Did you hear that?  I think I heard shots, several shots."

OOC:
Kraken' rolled 3 successes, 2 advantages dice pool of 1P 1A 1D 1S 2B.  Perception.
Pass Boost to Forim (perception) and notice something significant.
Anders Flown
player, 75 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 26 Aug 2017
at 07:23
  • msg #356

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Legs and arms pumping Anders sprinted out of the canyon as fast as he could he kept his eyes on the opening and watched his breathing as he dashed for the entrance. He could see the speeder ahead so made for it or he tried to following knowing he could not keep up.

He did not look back for fear of seeing a trio of tie fighters bearing down on his position, he would rather not know that was happening.


Anders Flown rolled no successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1s 2b 1a 1p.  Perception.

-
The Force
GM, 1017 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 26 Aug 2017
at 21:43
  • msg #357

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo blasts the sniper once directly in the chest. His armour overheats and shatters, sending shards of laminate into his chest. Blood streams down his chest from a dozen small wounds. The man gasps for breath as his lungs fill with blood. He falls forward to his knees, then face-down into the dirt.

Combat Over.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 130 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Sat 26 Aug 2017
at 22:16
  • msg #358

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Verpine drops onto one knee, antennae flattened, compound eyes scanning for any sign of reinforcements. They were away from the transport at least, but the dead man in front of him may have had an active tracking beacon on him.
Scurrying forwards Xyklo quickly searches the body, looking for such a beacon, or a data chip, or really anything that may be of use. Every few seconds glancing around at the horizon.
Panting he tries the comms in an urgent whisper.
"Captain Luk, Kraken, Anders...   anyone?
Snipers down. So is Caddy...     again." Another urgent scan.

"I'm looking on his corpse for any intelligence. Bug bugging out in a klick sir, I'll bring the queen shall I?" he giggles weakly at his own joke.
Forim Luk
GM, 716 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Sun 27 Aug 2017
at 00:32
  • msg #359

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim gets on the bike, and once they get to Anders, he says "Kraken, you get to walk.  Anders, you are wounded so you get on." and he goes at a slow pace to keep with the walking / running people.


20:31, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes, 4 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 1A 1D 1S 1b.  Rolling Perception.

I do not hear the blaster, but I would like to spend the advantages to confirm that I do not hear another transport landing (or maybe I do...?)
Anders Flown
player, 77 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 27 Aug 2017
at 00:43
  • msg #360

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Xyklo Voozul (msg # 358):

"Understood, see if the sniper has any credentials on him. Anders out." Anders taps Forum on the back to get his attention and then relays the information over to him about the sniper being down as well as Caddy.

-
The Force
GM, 1020 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 27 Aug 2017
at 00:50
  • msg #361

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The man's pockets are empty of everything but credits. He has two thousand credits in various denominations. He has no ID card or military insignia to be found. On his belt is a trio of stimpacks, a long-range civilian commlink, and a set of electrobinoculars. His light blaster pistol has fallen near his body.

He is also wearing a strange mechanical backpack harnessed to his torso. The hydraulic arm holds his heavy blaster rifle.


Forim Luk
GM, 718 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Sun 27 Aug 2017
at 00:56
  • msg #362

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and pulls out his com "Xyklo, are there any enemies near you?  I can come pick up the princess on the bike and get back quicker."
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 172 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Sun 27 Aug 2017
at 02:35
  • msg #363

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Slipping off the speeder bike, Kraken made room for the injured.  Unsure if they were turning back, or continuing, Kraken waits to see what comes next, following the group back if that's what was needed.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 132 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Sun 27 Aug 2017
at 10:40
  • msg #364

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo can't help but laugh, everything except what he was looking for! Gathering up the various items into pouches and his pockets, he leaves one thing he had been hoping to find out, one of the stimpacks. He'd used one of his own to patch up Caddy, and only had one left now, these extras were timely.
Perhaps the Force was with them.
"Actually captain that might be good, I can probably carry her if I need to but, well, she has been tucking into her food these last few days.
No enemies in sight...  yet." Another anxious glance around, this time using the electro binoculars.

Xyklo applies the stimpack to Caddy, and returns his attention to the rifle and harness while he waited for Forim. He can't figure out how to remove the harness rig from the ruined armour, instead he settles for detaching the weapon.
Finally he crouches next to Caddy and uses another of the stims on himself, turning his mind back to the rather treacherous nature of the power cells he'd been issued with.

OOC: Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 failure, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 2A 2D.  Mech check for harness salvage.
Use the advs to recover the rifle from the rig.
The Force
GM, 1021 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 27 Aug 2017
at 10:49
  • msg #365

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

As Xyklo is attempting to detatch the harness, a small panel slides open on the back. A Fist-sized cylinder slides out. On the upper face, a circle of green LEDs light up. As Xyklo and Caddy watch, the circles start turning from green to red.

Vigilance 2d, athletics 2d, or mechanics 2d.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 133 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Sun 27 Aug 2017
at 11:03
  • msg #366

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Aw Krillik!" Xyklo curses, as the lights turn red.
Desperately he starts pulling at wires...

OOC: Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 failure using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2P 1A 2D.  Mech check and flipping a light side token!

Forim Luk
GM, 721 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Tue 29 Aug 2017
at 14:51
  • msg #368

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says to Anders, "Looks like I need to do a pickup run" and then hops off the bike to help Anders get off.

"You guys keep walking, I will catch up with the Princess in tow"

With that, he turns the speeder and heads back toward the battle.

Once he gets closer he sees the split in the canyon "Can you give me directions to your position Xyklo?" he says, not knowing which route they took, or if they even went along the canyon floor.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 173 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Wed 30 Aug 2017
at 03:29
  • msg #369

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Unsure of where the others were exactly and unsure just how far the Imperials might be from landing again, Kraken takes cover, watching and waiting.
The Force
GM, 1024 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 30 Aug 2017
at 22:48
  • msg #370

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The lights on the device continue to tick down even as Xyklo frantically attempts to disarm it. Caddy leaps away, tripping and stumbling before the bomb detonates.

8 Damage presoak.

The area around the valley in the maze has gone quiet for awhile. Blaster bolts and detonations have ceased, leading to a troubling stillness in the air. Then, from away, you hear a few more blaster bolts that quickly go silent again. Just as you are beginning to relax, another explosion breaks the silence.
Forim Luk
GM, 724 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Wed 30 Aug 2017
at 23:24
  • msg #371

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim flinches at the explosion and says "Are you all right?  Did more Imperials find you?" into the com hoping to get an update.
This message was last edited by the GM at 23:25, Wed 30 Aug 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 137 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Thu 31 Aug 2017
at 10:34
  • msg #372

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo lies on his back. His head buzzing, and not in a good way, explosives always messed up his antenna. It took a couple of moments before he could pick out the voice of Forim.
"Captain? Yeah...   yeah sorry. Nearly killed us both."<Green> he finally managed to get the stimpack applied, before crawling over to Caddy.
<Green>"Yes Caddy is still breathing, though she is pretty messed up. Her hair needs a wash..," and Caddy also gets a stim, though not enough to bring her around.
Sitting next to the young woman, Xyklo waits patiently for Forim to arrive, idly playing with the snipers pistol and rueing his failure to get the rifle before the bomb went off.
"Captain...   don't suppose we got any more jam?" he asks hopefully.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 574 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9/13 St -- -6/10 Wo + 3C
Thu 31 Aug 2017
at 12:55
  • msg #373

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Yes... Caddy had approached and then failed to retreat from the explosion, being knocked flying once again.   The third stim of the day brings her around but barely so - but enough to talk.  "Was that the last one?  Did we get them all?"  It sounds a little feverish if Xyklo thinks that way.  "Are we safe?"  The way she's feeling right now, she had to wonder if her sacrifice for the team was to be the eternal one.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 138 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Thu 31 Aug 2017
at 14:14
  • msg #374

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo looks round and smiles.
"No I got one more from him and one more in my...   oh you mean was that the last Imp?!
I doubt it. There's always more of them, and it's only a matter of time before..,
You know.
So no, I wouldn't say safe either," despite the gloomy words, the young Verpine seems quite cheerful, if a little scorched and covered in dirt.
Forim Luk
GM, 725 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Thu 31 Aug 2017
at 15:06
  • msg #375

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim follows the directions to where Xyklo and Caddy are, going to pick them up.

As he approaches them he waves, grim faced and says "Good to see that explosion didn't kill anyone.  This is going to be tight.  Caddy, you look like you are about to fall over so you sit in the middle.  I will stand and pilot at the front, Xyklo you hop on the back and make sure she doesn't fall off."
The Force
GM, 1026 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 31 Aug 2017
at 21:17
  • msg #376

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The sniper's body and his remaining gear have been completely destroyed. Whatever use that hydraulic harness might have been, it's in shards now.

There were at least a few minutes where the sniper was free of jamming. He might easily have gotten a comm call out to his commanding officer. At least there are no Imperials in the vicinity for the moment.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 575 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9/13 St -- -6/10 Wo + 3C
Fri 1 Sep 2017
at 15:24
  • msg #377

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Seeing Forim approach to rescue them covers her with a wave of relief.  "Forim....   Thank you."  She groans as she moves, it's painful and she covered in scratches from the debris of the explosion, the rock, and the burn marks from the shot, "We got the sniper.  Are the troops around the carrier dealt with?  We can't be letting them recover and communicate out or this was for naught.  We need to make sure before we leave."
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 139 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Fri 1 Sep 2017
at 15:48
  • msg #378

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo slips a leg over the seat behind Caddy. Grimly he turns back towards the imperial carrier.
"That's moot now anyway. The sniper had a comm system, I've got it for Kraken to take a look at it, but considering his location and time unobstructed, we have to assume the message was broadcast until proven otherwise."

OOC: Force, was it just a basic blaster pistol the Baron had?
Forim Luk
GM, 726 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Fri 1 Sep 2017
at 15:50
  • msg #379

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Negative.  We have many wounded we need to get out, and we cannot move quickly.  The Jamming field was probably detected on at least one sensor station, and that sniper was not in the Jamming field.  We only one this one with divine intervention, we wont win the next one" as he drives past the battlefield and catches up with the rest of the group.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 140 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Fri 1 Sep 2017
at 15:52
  • msg #380

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo nods at Forims response.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 576 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9/13 St -- -6/10 Wo + 3C
Sat 2 Sep 2017
at 21:38
  • msg #381

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy just shakes her head.   The plan had worked!   "No.... We won!   Make our victory stick....  If we leave anyone living, we automatically lose.   If we give ourselves a chance, we could be lucky!   We already know they were over confident and the explosion was a quick ending."   She coughs.   Her wounds are bad but they need this victory.   "If you're worried, send two in to quickly clean up while the rest retreat.  We can then watch from a distance."
Anders Flown
player, 79 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 3 Sep 2017
at 00:21
  • msg #382

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 381):

"Sorry we don't watch for anything we run and we run hard. Your actions in the ambush cost us surprise and that was what turned this into the cluster fuck that it became. We need to go now and you can come or stay I really don't care."
Forim Luk
GM, 727 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Sun 3 Sep 2017
at 00:26
  • msg #383

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "We are leaving Ma'am, and you are coming with us.  Don't worry Ma'am, we will get you out safe."
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 142 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Sun 3 Sep 2017
at 09:16
  • msg #384

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo drops his head apologetically.
"Forims right Caddy. I really don't think I can keep saving you like this, it's tearing up me up some....   at least not without a nights sleep in between.

Anyway, I think this battle is done. We still gotta find the tree, right."
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 577 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9/13 St -- -6/10 Wo + 3C
Sun 3 Sep 2017
at 15:35
  • msg #385

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy could argue... but she really wasn't in a fit state to be doing so.   She could only hope now that those troopers who recovered would not be able to radio back given their long-range transmitter in the transport had been destroyed.   If not, then their belligerence would surely cost them.  "Do as you please.  I made sure we could jam their comms.  They needed to speak and my appearance ensured that.   Flee then and for fit any victory we could have."
Forim Luk
GM, 728 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Sun 3 Sep 2017
at 16:12
  • msg #386

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim does not take Caddy's feverish ramblings seriously and says gently "Yes Ma'am."

"Good job everyone" he says to everyone else, ensuring that there is some positive words to counteract Caddy's admonishment at their heroic efforts "Eveyrone did an amazing job working togehter.  We had a bad situation and we pulled through without any casulties.  If anyone is suffering from their wounds and cannot make the treck, speak up and we can swap out the riders on the bike."
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 143 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Sun 3 Sep 2017
at 16:19
  • msg #387

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"I can walk, just a bit battered sir.
Dunno if it's any use but I got this from the shooter." Xyklo hands over the communications device.
"He also had about two thousand in creds, and these arms. We could all go out for dinner if we survive this. You know, somewhere nice, with candles, and live music." he smiles a tired smile.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 174 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Sun 3 Sep 2017
at 16:31
  • msg #388

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

OOC:
Are we all together?  Roger and I were back away from the group when Forim used the speeder to recover the others. 
Forim Luk
GM, 729 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Sun 3 Sep 2017
at 16:35
  • msg #389

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

ooc: yes, we are all together now.
Anders Flown
player, 80 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 3 Sep 2017
at 21:47
  • msg #390

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 385):

"No victories here, just monuments to your incompetence and stupidity." Anders went and collected his gear, getting ready to start their head long dash with imperials on their tail.

-
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 175 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Sun 3 Sep 2017
at 22:37
  • msg #391

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken listened to the conversation, wincing a little.  He understood their comments, but ...

"If the Imperials are on their way, we should move quickly and try to cover our tracks.  Many are still injured from the ship fight and our last two gun fights." he offers feeling his own injuries from the ship fight and last fight.

"Are we going back to last nights spot or find a new camping spot to recovery?"

OOC:
It was rather ambiguous, I don't think we are at camp, still in the open?
Is it ok to roll for recovery - recover some strain?
This message was last edited by the player at 14:00, Tue 05 Sept 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 144 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Tue 5 Sep 2017
at 11:31
  • msg #392

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo scowled at Anders but made no reply.
"I'm unsure as to our best hideout. Sure don't have a wish to put the Geik in danger. Wouldn't seem...   right...
Are We any closer to uncovering the objective to our mission?" he asked the group in general.
Forim Luk
GM, 730 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Tue 5 Sep 2017
at 13:29
  • msg #393

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Honestly, The Geik have given us the only lead we have on our mission thus far.  But we can just head south as we know it is there somewhere..."
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 176 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Tue 5 Sep 2017
at 14:10
  • msg #394

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Rak of the Yellow Eye tribe, seemed the most interested in helping.  She said Aki-Varshi who live in the green lands to the south know and believe in the Legend of the Tree.  As outsiders, we could search the planet and never find the tree.  Imperials have been here longer than us with better technology and more people and if they haven't found it, the only way we will find it is we get local help." he offers.

"I think we should go south and look for these Aki-Varshi."
Forim Luk
GM, 731 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Tue 5 Sep 2017
at 15:50
  • msg #395

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and looks to the others in the groups "Any other objections" he says with a nod acknowledging Xyklo's objection about endangering them.
Anders Flown
player, 81 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 5 Sep 2017
at 21:23
  • msg #396

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 395):

"No sounds like that is all we have."
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 578 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9/13 St -- -6/10 Wo + 3C
Tue 5 Sep 2017
at 21:55
  • msg #397

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy had remained silent, listening to them debate.  "The plan to get the Geik to help us was always on the cards.   Except now that the 'monument to my incompetence and stupidity' is complete and you've chosen not to follow the plan and leave the imperials alive, we will be tracked - and if we ask the Geik for help, we will be tracked directly back to them, and they've already made it clear where their loyalties lie."  She purses her lips, "But you know this since you've spoken to them...."

She shakes her head, "We had our military plan and I put it in your," Plural, "hands to make it stick.  I played my part as a decoy - it's the part I could play and given my skills I was the most expendable - and I made sure the comms happened even if I took a shot.  You needed to deal with the imperials.  We clearly failed as we've left them alive to call reinforcements.   Now you have a choice.   If you want to go your own way and ditch me, speak up now.   I'll leave you to head for the tree and I'll make my own way.  If not, I'll have an apology from you, Anders."  And then to everyone in general, "If you have a problem with me, this is your chance to grief and be done with me."
Anders Flown
player, 82 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 5 Sep 2017
at 22:15
  • msg #398

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu (msg # 397):

"There was no plan to use you as a decoy, I don't know where you got that from. Any ambush relies on surprise and that was blown as soon as you stepped in their line of fire and the comms thing was a safety net not the focus of the attack. If you are hardcore enough to kill wounded and unconscious men then go for it."

Anders though for a minute before adding "And I ain't apologizing so looks like you are on your own..."

-
Forim Luk
GM, 732 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Tue 5 Sep 2017
at 22:18
  • msg #399

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim holds up his hands trying to forestall any more comments making sure He has everyone's attention

Ooc, before this goes too far, can you give me 3 hours to post?
Forim Luk
GM, 733 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Wed 6 Sep 2017
at 00:00
  • msg #400

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Once he has everyone's attention he looks at Caddy and says "Ma'am.  I was hoping to wait until you had fully recovered before having this conversation, but I have to step in before this turns into a 'Dis the CO talk'.

It is obvious that you are a natural leader.  You have the poise and charisma to become one of the great leaders in this war.  However, you lack experience.  I think that you have watched more holo-dramas then actually been out in the field.  Even when all of your self appoint experts are advising you against a course of action you choose to ignore their advice.

The great news is, we are all still alive, and you can still learn how the world works outside a holo-drama.

It is this reason that I must with a heavy heart I must take full command of this mission going forward.  I cite Article 593, Section 3, Paragraph 2 which states that command can be assumed by a junior officer in such case where said officer is either giving unlawful orders.

Should you have been given secret orders that would frame the orders that you have given in a new light, I ask that you disclose them now so I can recant my position.

And once we return to base, I will submit to the traditional court marshal for my actions and provide my full cooperation, even if it leads to my incarceration.

I do this not because of any personal dislike, and against my very character, but because I feel an urge to protect the lives of the people on this mission."

Everyone can feel the turmoil and emotion in Forim's voice.  He is even in tears by the end of it.  This is really hurting him that he thinks he has to do this.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 66 posts
Wed 6 Sep 2017
at 01:18
  • msg #401

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

“If the fear is that the Imperials will take note of our ambush and retaliate and follow us, that is a certain conclusion no matter what actions we might take.  Whether a comm got out, gets out, or no comm is received, the Imperials here will know something has gone wrong, just as with the forward scouts by the river.  Two small forces have been destroyed on the planet surface - they ARE coming for us, and the local indigenous are in harms way as well.  We cannot change that reality.”  Roger looks over Forim, Caddy, and the others, “In any case, we need to move.  We have a mission to accomplish
Anders Flown
player, 83 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 6 Sep 2017
at 01:24
  • msg #402

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to B1-P3 'Roger' (msg # 401):

"Agreed, let go." As he hefts his back pack onto his back Anders gives the canyon and what sky he can see a quick scan.

Anders Flown rolled 2 successes, 2 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1c 1a 1p.  Perception.


-
This message was last edited by the player at 07:11, Thu 07 Sept 2017.
The Force
GM, 1031 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 7 Sep 2017
at 08:42
  • msg #403

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Anders happens to glance upwards, a habit trained into Mandalorian culture. He squints upward when he sees something moving beyond the clouds. He shades his eyes and looks closer.

There is a ship up there, large enough to be seen high up in the atmosphere. It must be a capital ship, in close orbit. Hard to tell what type from this distance without macro Binoculars or other vision enhancement.
Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu
Human Diplomat, 579 posts
Not just a pretty face...
9/13 St -- -6/10 Wo + 3C
Thu 7 Sep 2017
at 09:52
  • msg #404

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Caddy doesn't interrupt as Forim makes his speech.   "Unlawful?"   Caddy struggles to get off the bike and eventually manages it.   "Nothing about what I have done has been unlawful.  If anything, my weakness was in trusting everyone to contribute equally.   It seems everyone had their own idea as to how things should play out.  And when they did, if I'm not mistaken, weapons weren't even fired before the fleeing began."  She shakes her head.   Clearly she believes that if the team had no dispersed and had instead stuck it out, things would have worked out far better.  "Fine.  We disagree again.  You've made it clear that you think I'm a liability.  Anders has similarly made his view known."  She looks to the others, "I have no intention of fighting over this.
 I was put in charge - I did not seek this.   But I will not put up with being constantly undermined.  If you don't want me to lead, you can leave me here."   She'll turn and start walking in the direction (she thinks) the Geik are situated - if folk want to leave with Forim, she's clearly not influencing that decision and clearly not stopping it either.

[08:42, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 2 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1d 1c.  Perception.]
This message was last edited by the player at 11:03, Thu 07 Sept 2017.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 177 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Thu 7 Sep 2017
at 11:44
  • msg #405

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken, tight lipped watched and listend, not having much to offer in the conversation that would add more or take away from what has already been said.  Feeling the direction the group needed to go was South, in the direction Forim had stated, Kraken waits for the others to prepare to leave, silently wishing Caddy good luck.
Forim Luk
GM, 735 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Thu 7 Sep 2017
at 12:23
  • msg #406

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "We can get into the details more once we are under cover, if you are willing to follow my lead.  If not, then I wont force you.  I only ask that you not betray our mission, and our cause to the empire."

As he watches her walk toward the south he says in confusion "You know you are heading toward the Geik Caddy?  It was my understanding that you would be avoiding them for their safety.  In your condition, I am surprised you are conscious.  I don't think you can make the long hike without help."

Turning to the group he says "We head to the Geik.  Everyone move out.  Let me know if anyone else wants a ride" as he settles down into a more comfortable seating position and leads the group keeping his eyes open for danger.

Caddy was her own woman, and Forim was not going to force her to follow orders OR ELSE.
Anders Flown
player, 85 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 7 Sep 2017
at 19:37
  • msg #407

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"We have company on high." Anders uses the binoculars the sniper was carrying to scan the ship, before following Forim out of the canyon.
The Force
GM, 1032 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 7 Sep 2017
at 19:38
  • msg #408

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

An hour or so later, the Rebels return to the Red Stripe village, situated along the Heng river. There is a mood of tension among the Geik. They seem to be aware of the recent battle between Rebels and Imperials, if not the actual implications. The Geik children are keeping well away from the Rebels as they enter the village grounds, though the speeder bike causes considerable excitement.

Many of the villagers, the adult females, are on their way out of the village in the opposite direction. They are clad in paint, decorative leathers, and feathers. They are heading towards the maze of pillars.
Forim Luk
GM, 736 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Fri 8 Sep 2017
at 12:25
  • msg #409

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods to Anders and says "Good eyes.  Lucky we got out when we did." as he tries to increase the pace a bit to get more distance.

As they get into town, Forim hops off the bike and says "Kraken, your turn.  Everyone, translators in"

Moving toward one of the adults he asks "[Private to group Geik: What is going on?]"
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 178 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Fri 8 Sep 2017
at 21:10
  • msg #410

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 409):

Slipping forwrd, Kraken eases the throttle down so as not to scare the young Geik.  Turning on his transltor, he waited and listened.  Turning on the speeder's Electronic surveillance, he watched the radar for any incoming vehicles so as to be better prepared for a surprise attack.

OOC:
If the speeder doesn't have it, I'll monitor Imperial channels instead hoping to get a warning of any surprise attacks.
The Force
GM, 1034 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 8 Sep 2017
at 21:52
  • msg #411

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

One of the adults answers Forim's question. She informs him that the females are going near to the hills to draw healthy males out. Then the females will choose mates to take on the long journey to the mating grounds.

From the chief's words earlier, you recall that they are not supposed to be doing this until the conflict between the tribes is settled. You also get the impression that the ones leaving aren't fully in control of their own actions.

Xenology 2D
Anders Flown
player, 86 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 8 Sep 2017
at 21:59
  • msg #412

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


As the others talked to the villagers Anders kept watch on the capital ship in the sky looking for what it was up to. He also watched for more imperials exiting the canyon if he was able to see it.

>Anders Flown rolled no successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a 1p 2d.  Perception.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 179 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Fri 8 Sep 2017
at 22:05
  • msg #413

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Reading his translater, Kraken considered the females actions and frowned, considering why they might be letting biology overcome tactical decisions.  Glancing at Anders, he looks up as well, hoping the large orbiting ship didn't have small droids flying around looking for them.  Hopefully the speeder's radar would pick them up if there was any spy droids out looking.

OOC:
quote:
'Kraken' rolled 1 success using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4a 2d.  Xenology

The Force
GM, 1035 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 9 Sep 2017
at 01:05
  • msg #414

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Mammals can mate at virtually any time, but reptiles' mating patterns are often tied to seasonal changes. Powerful instincts influence them to begin their rituals at certain times of year, and they cannot easily ignore the drive. Even sapient reptiles struggle with it.
Anders Flown
player, 87 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 10 Sep 2017
at 04:42
  • msg #415

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Ask them if there is anywhere pointing in the right direction we could hide out for the rest of the day before continuing at night ?" He then raised the binoculars up again and continued to scan the capital ship.

-
The Force
GM, 1036 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 10 Sep 2017
at 16:50
  • msg #416

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

After a brief translation, the Geik offer an answer. They indicate a cave, partly filled with water, some way down the river. During the winter season, some animals like to use it to hibernate. During the current season, it is usually filled with insects.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 68 posts
Sun 10 Sep 2017
at 23:27
  • msg #417

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"That sounds like it will do.  With any luck the cave will shield us from their sensors."
Anders Flown
player, 88 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 11 Sep 2017
at 00:28
  • msg #418

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to B1-P3 'Roger' (msg # 417):

"Yes and the water should mask our heat signature our luck may have changed."
Forim Luk
GM, 737 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Mon 11 Sep 2017
at 01:38
  • msg #419

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "Anders, you are on point" and follows him toward the cave.

"Anyone know of a way to prevent bug bites on you guys?  My flight suit will protect me, however I do not want anyone getting a disease.

Tomorrow, we will formalize the plans with the Geik going south"
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 180 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Mon 11 Sep 2017
at 01:53
  • msg #420

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken nods to Forim's question, "I'll do a search on my laptop, see if we can make any natural bug repellent from plants found around the area, plants which won't cause too many skin problems I hope."

Looking to the female reptiles, "For those that are interested, mating patterns are often tied to seasonal changes. Powerful instincts influence them to begin their rituals at certain times of year, and they cannot easily ignore the drive.  Thus even though the chief has dictated they should wait, their biological clock drives them to do what is required it seems."

OOC:
Not sure what skill would be best for finding a possible solution for the bugs, both my Xenology and medicine are the same skill, so...
quote:
'Kraken' rolled 2 successes, 4 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4A 2D.  Xenology-Medicine - Bug problem.

Anders Flown
player, 89 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 11 Sep 2017
at 05:30
  • msg #421

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 419):

"Right, on it." Anders leads the group to the cave, clearing it as they enter and making sure they are alone. He will check out the cave making sure there will be no surprises and then making an assessment of how to defend the cave should they have to.

If no one else volunteers Anders will hand out some of the rations they took from the imperials before guarding the approaches to their position from the entrance of the cave.

"How long are we staying ?"

-
Forim Luk
GM, 738 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Mon 11 Sep 2017
at 14:45
  • msg #422

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim responds "Overnight.  We go to the Geik tomorrow and find out their departure plan to the south.  If they do not leave for weeks, I will pull up our map and have them trace a path to where we need to be.  Then we can set off on our own."

While they eat, there is a short silence as everyone chews and he says "I am sorry about Caddy.  That whole situation played out differently in my mind then how it happened.  I didn't want to leave her behind, but I was not about to force her to follow us.

Even with Caddy's desertion, I will face the consequences of my actions.

While I will retain command of this mission, please let me know if I am making any leadership mistakes.  This would be the first team that I am in charge of..." he says apprehensively.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 146 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Mon 11 Sep 2017
at 14:57
  • msg #423

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo eats in silence. He listens intently to both Krakens explanation of the reptilian mating drives, and to Forims regrets on Caddy's departure. He nods his understanding.
It wasn't a happy time, Xyklo had thrown himself behind and in front of the young woman, but things had gone sour. Dimly he wondered if he could've done anything different.

Shot the imp sniper better at the start? That would have changed things, but possibly not the outcome.
Anders Flown
player, 90 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 11 Sep 2017
at 21:36
  • msg #424

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"It was not your fault, I had never seen such disregard for their safety from someone not combat trained and even then...." He trailed off and continued eating his rations. Watching the sky and using the binoculars should anything pop up he continues to scan the horizon and their surrounds.

-
Forim Luk
GM, 739 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Mon 11 Sep 2017
at 23:59
  • msg #425

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Foirm nods as Anders talks, but remains silent for now deep in his own thoughts.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 181 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Tue 12 Sep 2017
at 03:02
  • msg #426

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken eats his own rations, listening to Forim, then Anders.  Kraken enjoyed parts of the military, but didn't care for all of the rank and file but knew it was important as order was essential in the chaos of battle.  Caddy however seemed more of a diplomat than a real and true military leader.

"I think you did the right thing.  Caddy ... she ... she made some poor decisions and wouldn't listen.  She ... should have listened, a lot of this could have been avoided ... I think." he shrugs, not sure what to say but sure the others probably understood what he was talking about.
Forim Luk
GM, 740 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Tue 12 Sep 2017
at 14:01
  • msg #427

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods, flashing back to the suicidal charge with a damaged ship.  If it wasn't for some brilliant luck on his part, everyone would be dead now.

After an extended silence he says "I can take first watch, Get the bug repellent on and bunk down.  Roger, how are your power reserves doing?"
The Force
GM, 1037 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 12 Sep 2017
at 22:09
  • msg #428

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The cave has low ceilings and drips with moisture, and it's pretty dark inside. You creep in, peering around for hazards, and find none. You briefly struggle for the few dry parts of the floor to set up bedrolls.

Night is long, especially with no electronic lights to extend the time after sunset. You end up watching the stars and the moon, and listening to the burbling river. Occasionally, a piercing cry rises up from the distance that you conclude must be some sort of mating song.

The stillness of the night is broken once. A sonic boom several klicks away causes birds to fly and insects to go silent for a moment. Distantly, you think you can spot starship engines descending from orbit. It looks like more landing craft have been dispatched to the maze of pillars, if you are reckoning direction and distance correctly.

Eventually dawn breaks, after everyone has gotten a full rest and nothing dangerous approaches. Thanks to a mix of chemicals, you are all relatively free of bug bites as well. The orange glow of the sun on the horizon calls you to return to your mission.
Anders Flown
player, 91 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 12 Sep 2017
at 23:12
  • msg #429

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"So our options are to return to the first tribe and try and get a guide to the tree, go to the Southern tribe and see if they will help or strike out on our own ?"
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 182 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Wed 13 Sep 2017
at 02:02
  • msg #430

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The cave wasn't comfortable, but it was better than being in the sun with no shelter exposed to the wind, sand and critters ... well there were critters in the cave, but it could be worse.

Waking up, sore but alive, Kraken chews on a granola bar and listens to Anders nodding, "Sounds about right.  I vote to head South and try our own luck.  The natives didn't seem too enthused to help."
Forim Luk
GM, 741 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Wed 13 Sep 2017
at 02:12
  • msg #431

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "We should at least ask them to mark a map for us and narrow our search."
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 183 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Tue 19 Sep 2017
at 03:45
  • msg #432

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Looking at the map, Kraken points, "I think the chief mentioned Red Stripe tribe lives along the westernmost river. They share the next river over with the Blue Speckle tribe, who live on the third river. Off to the east is another river, which is where the Yellow Eye tribe live."  Does that help?
Forim Luk
GM, 743 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Tue 19 Sep 2017
at 11:46
  • msg #433

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim pulls up the map of the area and sees if he can find the spot on the map, sharing it with the group so everyone can help plot their course.

ooc: if we can pin point it, we will go off without the Geik.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 147 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Tue 19 Sep 2017
at 19:21
  • msg #434

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo looks confused, glancing between the Duros and Nautolan. He strokes an antenna cautiously.
"Do we...   do we have a fix on which tribe, if any, can help us get to the tree? I'm sorry, I don't know the internal relationships of the Geik tribes."
Anders Flown
player, 92 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 21 Sep 2017
at 05:05
  • msg #435

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Xyklo Voozul (msg # 434):

"Let move at night, best not to make it to easy for the imperials."
Forim Luk
GM, 744 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Thu 21 Sep 2017
at 16:06
  • msg #436

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "I wonder when the worst predators will be out..." as he remembers some of his conversations with the Geik and what they hunted...


12:06, Today: Forim Luk rolled 3 successes, 2 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 3d.  Rolling Xenology.
The Force
GM, 1040 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 22 Sep 2017
at 02:22
  • msg #437

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Geik have said little about the area to the south, except that they seemed to believe that crossing the badlands without their help would be dangerous. You recall that the Geik migrate seasonally. Often, dangerous predators take advantage of seasonal patterns to hunt aggressively along migration routes. Whatever predators are active in the badlands to the south, they are likely at maximum readiness.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 69 posts
Sat 23 Sep 2017
at 16:29
  • msg #438

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

“I powered up from the speeder bike not long ago, I should have enough power for a while, Flight Commander.”
Roger stands by  the group as they discuss plans, “Perhaps we could follow the Blue Stripes as they make their way south; we wouldn’t have to travel directly with them.  They know the terrain; I think it was pretty uneven from what we saw coming down - it’s likely that we’d stumble into unpassable ravines, cliffs, or something forcing us to backtrack and lose time.  We should make use of the Geik knowledge.”
This message was last edited by the player at 23:14, Sat 23 Sept 2017.
Anders Flown
player, 93 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 23 Sep 2017
at 21:54
  • msg #439

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to B1-P3 'Roger' (msg # 438):

"I agree, we can of course provide a security screen for them as well so we both win. It would seem that is the most prudent course of action we can take."
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 148 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Sun 24 Sep 2017
at 15:17
  • msg #440

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo has been listening closely, while calibrating the sights on the snipers rifle. If there were large predators he didn't want to adjust for some dopey Imps dodgey aim too late.
"Yeah. I was always told nothing is better than local knowledge on the wilderness. All planets are different right.
Besides, larger groups might put off some of the predators. Well. The smaller ones at least."

He looks at Forim, waiting for the Duros to make his call.
The Force
GM, 1041 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 26 Sep 2017
at 00:06
  • msg #441

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

It takes a few hours to reach the central river, which is on the way to the Blue Speckles' river. Where you reach is a wide section, not easily crossed. To the north, a narrower section according to your map, you can see thin streams of smoke rising.

Updated map 1.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 184 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Tue 26 Sep 2017
at 02:30
  • msg #442

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 441):

OOC:
Will the bike cross over or will it submerge?
Could we use the bike to ferry everyone across?
Anders Flown
player, 94 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 26 Sep 2017
at 21:43
  • msg #443

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 441):

"We might want to move up the river a bit and try to cross there. Though we can just ferry people across with the bike as long as the creature who started the fires don't come and have a look." Anders will help get the bike ready to begin getting people across.

-
The Force
GM, 1043 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 30 Sep 2017
at 03:40
  • msg #444

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

About 10 minutes later, all the rebels have crossed the river without incident. You got to see some very nice fish from the air. Now on the far side, it is possible to continue.

A few hours later, you arrive at another small village. The Geik in this Village response to your arrival with shock and fear. Many working outside the circle of buildings run back towards them, only to return a few minutes later armed with Spears and black powder bombs.
Anders Flown
player, 95 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 30 Sep 2017
at 04:01
  • msg #445

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 444):

Anders does not approach the village, he has his weapons holstered and raises his hands. Making no fast moves he lets the others in the team and the Geik with them to smooth things over.

Looking around Anders keeps an eye on the horizon for any unexpected Imperial visitors.

Anders Flown rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1a 1p.  Keeping watch.
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 185 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Sat 30 Sep 2017
at 13:12
  • msg #446

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"They looks scared, this is where a Geik to explain our presence could have been nice, but we deal with what we have.  I'm not much of a people person, more of a tecky, who wants to talk to them?" Kraken offers to the group.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 149 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Sat 30 Sep 2017
at 14:03
  • msg #447

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo winces at the prospect of diplomacy. Maybe they should've gagged and bound Caddy? Then let her silver tongue off the leash in times like this.
Hesitantly, he looked up at Forim.
"I'll try if you want captain. But I don't speak Geik."
Forim Luk
GM, 745 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Sun 1 Oct 2017
at 21:10
  • msg #448

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim smiles at Kraken and Anders then says "Just Flight Officer Xyklo, but I appreciate your vote of confidence"

He takes a step forward his hands off to the side in order show he is un-armed.  He says loudly in Geik "We mean you no harm.  We only seek guidance.  We are new to this land"

ooc: let me know if you want me to roll a social skill.
The Force
GM, 1044 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 2 Oct 2017
at 00:06
  • msg #449

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Blue Speckle geik are adorned with patterns of blue dots across their faces, necks, and heads. They glance between one another, confused by all this. Now that you are acquainted with a few Geik, you can tell that these are not the warriors. Their garb is utilitarian, not filled with holsters for fuses and sheathes for bone-knives. They hold their spears nervously. None are covered with scars from hunting and battle.

More than the lack of combat experience, they seem to lack a leader. As Forim and the others approach peacefully, out in the open and speaking their language, they seem stymied. They glance back & forth between themselves. A tense moment passes.
Anders Flown
player, 96 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 2 Oct 2017
at 00:48
  • msg #450

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders hangs back and lets those who have dealt with these creatures before do the talking. With nothing on the horizon he watches the reptilian villagers for any obvious violent actions.

-
Forim Luk
GM, 746 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Mon 2 Oct 2017
at 12:28
  • msg #451

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim continues "[Private to group Geik: We seek the Aki-Varshi and the Tree of Knowledge.  Can you help us?]" not moving any further forward.  He does not want these farmers to become worried.
The Force
GM, 1045 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 2 Oct 2017
at 21:31
  • msg #452

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

After some debate and shuffling amongst the people, conventionally a forward steps and the keedo elderly female wearing a ceremonial cloak.  She is introduced to you as Keedo, the wise woman of the blue speckles.
The shaman greets you politely, if reservedly.  She begs you to understand that any interactions with outsiders from the tribe must be directed by their chief. "Currently the chief, Zush, is at Shang. She and the warriors are defending our ancestral rights to the river from the perfidious Red Stripe."

In the crowd, you see an adult geik who is not armed and is not wearing blue speckle paint. Like Rak in the Red Stripe village, she wears yellow paint around her eyes. She circles slowly around the crowd to get closer to you.
Anders Flown
player, 97 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 2 Oct 2017
at 22:59
  • msg #453

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 452):

Andor raises his hand in greeting towards the one wearing yellow paint.

-
Forim Luk
GM, 747 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Tue 3 Oct 2017
at 16:18
  • msg #454

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "[Private to group Geik: I spoke with Chief Hezbek about the treaty.  He says that he wishes to honor the Shang Treaty, and that he would match any help the Blue Speckles would make to us if we could convince you to honor the treaty.  It sounds like you both already want to honor the treaty, or am I missing something]"
The Force
GM, 1047 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 5 Oct 2017
at 16:05
  • msg #455

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The shaman is clearly reluctant to say more, but persists regardless.

"The Red Stripe believe that we have been fishing in the river during a moon that we were not supposed to. They are not entirely wrong. But our treaty includes an exception during the Moon before a migration, and it is not our fault that the time came early this year. In any case, the debate is about anger now.

"The fishers were arguing over the matter when some males arrived. The talk became heated and blows were exchanged. So now some in our tribe feel that we are under attack."

Andor meets with the yellow eye, who bows politely. She introduces herself as Gamm, the Visiting Voice of the Yellow Eye tribe in this village.
Forim Luk
GM, 749 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Fri 6 Oct 2017
at 13:01
  • msg #456

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods knowingly and responds "Ah, yes.  This has happened many a time before across the stars.  A difference in opinion and a change in circumstance from the original agreement and then someone gets upset."

Pausing to consider his next words he says "I would be happy to act as an ambassador or mediator in your discussions, however I must admit that I am not very political.

We came to this planet searching for the Tree of Knowledge, and we would very much appreciate your help in finding it"
The Force
GM, 1048 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 6 Oct 2017
at 13:24
  • msg #457

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

There is murmuring amongst the villagers. You're still getting the hang of reading these peoples facial expressions, but they seem to be nonplussed. The wise woman listens to this and chooses not to respond.

The yellow eye visiting voice does have something to say though. "These visitors from Beyond the sky have come to see the tree of knowledge. Legend has it that this has happened once before." There is yet more murmuring at this.
Anders Flown
player, 98 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 6 Oct 2017
at 20:35
  • msg #458

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 457):

Andor bows as well before adding to what yellow eye has said "Yes that is correct, we are looking for a guide to the tree as Forim has said."
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 186 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S: 06/10 Stims: 5
Sat 7 Oct 2017
at 12:35
  • msg #459

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken interested nods to Forim, "This has happened once before?  I wonder who and when?  Was it Jedi or Empire or perhaps someone else?" he muses watching and listening.
The Force
GM, 1049 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 8 Oct 2017
at 12:29
  • msg #460

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Geik are sentient creatures, despite their limited technology, but all biologics must content with their instincts. The Geik's instincts were telling them it was time to mate and travel. Still, they are reluctant to defy their leader. Although by now they have lowered their weapons, they are shuffling and murmuring to one another as you talk. It seems no-one in the village wants to miss whatever is happening with the strange outsiders. Small children dart in to sniff and poke at you, only to dart away again at the slightest move. Geik kids are lightning fast.

The Yellow Eye, Gamm, listens politely to Kraken's rhetorical questions. If she has more to add, she chooses not to.

Keedo, the tribal wise woman, points to the east. "We wish to be courteous to our guests, but we cannot send anyone south without the approval of Chief Zush. She is at Shang, the middle brother. It is the river in that direction," she explains helpfully.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 150 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Sun 8 Oct 2017
at 13:50
  • msg #461

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo had been peering over Krakens shoulder, reading the translation coding on his data display, or else he'd have been lost in this whole debate. His snout twitches as he reads the dialogue.
At the suggestion that they obtain the rival chiefs permission Xyklo looks up at Forim.
"That's seems reasonable, right captain? We don't want to leave here having brokered feelings of resentment between the tribes. That kinda thing would promote disharmony in the force," he finishes profoundly. Then feels a bit stupid for having quoted something he knows nothing about.
Anders Flown
player, 99 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 8 Oct 2017
at 22:50
  • msg #462

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 460):

"Well that looks to be settled then." Anders looks east and lifts his gear up again ready to depart. As the others prepare he again gives the horizon a scan.

Anders Flown rolled no successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1a 1p.  Keeping watch.
Forim Luk
GM, 750 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Mon 9 Oct 2017
at 16:22
  • msg #463

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and pulls up a map on his datapad and asks "That is fully understandable.  But are you able to point out on the map where we might find the Tree?"

Once he gets the directions (or not) he says "Thank you very much for your understanding." and hands out.
The Force
GM, 1050 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 9 Oct 2017
at 16:56
  • msg #464

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The wise woman spreads her hands. "The Tree is a thing of myth. One might as well ask where on the map the sun was born. If it is real, as the Aki-Varshi believe, then they have kept its location secret for generations."

Anders scans the horizon. For a moment he wonders if he can see a shuttle descending on the maze of pillars, but he cannot be sure.
Anders Flown
player, 100 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 9 Oct 2017
at 21:25
  • msg #465

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 464):

"Hey, I think I saw a shuttle entering the pillars. Lets get going...." He continues to watch while a decision is made.

-
'Kraken'
Nautolan Slicer, 187 posts
Nautolan-Tech/Slicer
W:10/14 S:10/10 Stims: 5
Tue 10 Oct 2017
at 01:33
  • msg #466

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Kraken, watching his datapad for the translation had little of value to input but gathered it all and nods when the local refused to show on the map, due to inability or unwillingness.  'At least they don't try to shot us or poison us.' he thinks to himself.

Looking to Anders, then to the pilars, he frowns, "Empire?" he mutters moving out with the others.  Preparing his pistol, Kraken left with the others looking about for danger.  Once away from the locals, he puts on the stormtrooper helmet, to see if it gave any ranged vision benefits.
Anders Flown
player, 101 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 10 Oct 2017
at 01:51
  • msg #467

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to 'Kraken' (msg # 466):

"Nope, rebels come to get us off this rock." Anders gives a smile as he puts his binoculars away and adjusts his gear slightly.

-
Forim Luk
GM, 751 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Tue 10 Oct 2017
at 18:35
  • msg #468

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim bows and says "Thank you for your honesty.  Where might I find a Aki-Varshi scholar or elder?"

ooc: Sorry guys, thought we could move on but then the NPC dropped another carrot!
The Force
GM, 1051 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 10 Oct 2017
at 19:48
  • msg #469

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Geik wise woman glances around, as though searching for insight on these strange outsiders from her fellow Blue Speckles. Alas, they are as ignorant as she, and looking to her in return.

"The Aki-Varshi keep to themselves, and rarely come as far north as our breeding grounds. They have nothing for us and desire nothing we have. They do not welcome visitors, and are not shy about striking down any who intrude on their territory." She pauses, tapping her chin with her fingers. "They look something like you. They have skin instead of scales."

"If you truly wish to meet them, I can only suggest travelling south beyond the canyon and waiting. Surely some of them will come to find you. I would not suggest travelling into their demesne uninvited."
Forim Luk
GM, 752 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Wed 11 Oct 2017
at 14:23
  • msg #470

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Form bows once again and says "Thank you for your council."  He fiddles with the map and marks a location.  Showing it to the guide he says "Would this be a good spot to wait?"
The Force
GM, 1052 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 12 Oct 2017
at 02:35
  • msg #471

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"I would not wish to steer you wrong by pretending to knowledge I do not have, visitor," says the wise woman. "That spot seems likely to be within their borders. Take care that you do not offend them," she warns.
Forim Luk
GM, 754 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Thu 12 Oct 2017
at 16:45
  • msg #472

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "Thank you."  He offers a ration pack to the Geik and says "A Gift for your hospitality" before moving off south with his team.
Anders Flown
player, 103 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 12 Oct 2017
at 19:40
  • msg #473

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 472):

Anders follows along once they depart. "I wonder if these Aki-Varshi are similar to these lizard people or something completely different ?"
Forim Luk
GM, 755 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Thu 12 Oct 2017
at 20:09
  • msg #474

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "I have a feeling that they were not originally native to this planet..."
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 152 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Thu 12 Oct 2017
at 21:08
  • msg #475

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo rests the stolen blaster rifle over one shoulder as he bounces along cheerfully next to Forim.
"Well, see if we can't make more friends here then.
Maybe even get everyone together and incite a mini rebellion against the Imps?"
Forim Luk
GM, 756 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Thu 12 Oct 2017
at 22:06
  • msg #476

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim smiles at Xyklo and says "With a friendly person like you around, how can we not make more friends!" as the now shrinking group trudges the looooong distance south.

Forim will take the time to look around for Game that they could eat, and suggests that Xyklo practices his long range skills to help secure dinner.
The Force
GM, 1055 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 13 Oct 2017
at 20:11
  • msg #477

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

It is early evening by the time you reach the edge of the badlands. The river has branched, and branched, and branched again until there are only small rivulets saturating the area. The ground is sloshy and thick with vegetation.

Then it stops. Abruptly the ground is hard, and dry, and dusty. At first the dust is damp, but after a kilometer or so you are definitely in the badlands. The ground is cracked and grey, with only small patches of grass and thin brown vines to break up the earth. The ground smells sour, like salt and acid and sun-burnt dust.

On the way, you had plenty of opportunity to grab roots, berries, fish, and lizards to eat.

Survival 1C. Every 1 success is a meal. Threats may be food poisoning.
Anders Flown
player, 104 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 14 Oct 2017
at 00:02
  • msg #478

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders knew that chasing after mobile rations was not going to be his thing so he keeps watch over those who are better at it. Once they are in the "badlands" Anders will look for some sort of shelter once they are close to the waiting point.

-
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 153 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Sat 14 Oct 2017
at 12:52
  • msg #479

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Not wishing to expend any excess ammunition after the disaster with his rebel issue reloads, Xyklo sticks to foraging plain green leaves and berries during the trek. Some dark red berries lift his mood a bit.
"These would make great jam. If we get stuck here, what with the ship being destroyed, we should certainly try making some," the other obstacles of being stranded behind enemy lines taking less importance.

OOC: Got one success on the survival check.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 71 posts
Mon 16 Oct 2017
at 02:22
  • msg #480

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger finds something to act as a pouch, or similar, and, if successful, acquires extra food items to carry along and help sustain his crewmates.
"It's good to get firm ground under my feet."  Roger keeps vigilant watch as they move along, noting that they are fully exposed out here in the badlands, "We have a long way to go, when you need rest, I'll keep watch."
The Force
GM, 1056 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 20 Oct 2017
at 02:36
  • msg #481

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

A few hours go by and it is getting dark. The badlands plains are vast and flat, with no cover for miles. You are forced to camp out in the open. You have plenty of opportunity to indulge in that old Rebel tradition of being thankful for not having creature comforts:

"Good thing we don't have anything to make a fire out of, or else the Imps would see the fire!"

The badlands are pitch dark. There are very few insects or birds here, so the night is very quiet. You can hear the breeze whistling across the wasteland. The stars glimmer and blink in the sky. You try to make a game out of spotting Imperial ships in orbit, but unfortunately it is too easy. The Dreadnaught is the biggest target, still hanging up there blocking the occasional pinprick of light. It's not too hard to spot the Carrack cruiser either. Though it is considerably smaller, it also moves faster. You can't see any TIEs from here, but there must be a few on patrol.

Morning comes with the bright sun reflecting off the yellow-white dust of the badlands. Sleeping through it is not an option, and the wind picks up too. You journey on.

It quickly gets very hot, and the blowing dust is giving you a Tatooine facial. You must dig deep to avoid it harming your resolve -- and your health.

1D 1C Resilience check. I believe the droid gets some bonus on this.
Anders Flown
player, 105 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 20 Oct 2017
at 03:20
  • msg #482

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders was somewhat dressed for the environment, he keeps the cowl up on his cloak and drinks a fair amount of water as well. As they walk he will stop every now and then and check their immediate surroundings with his Electrobinoculars.

"Forim any idea how far we need to go, will we get there sometime today ?"


Anders Flown rolled no successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1D 1C.  Resilience check.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 154 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Fri 20 Oct 2017
at 06:55
  • msg #483

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo struggles under the weight of his assorted firearms, until the thought of leaving his APC on the speeder takes him.

Relieved of one bulky rifle his demeanour returns to its cheerful nature. He keeps the blaster rifle half ready as they move, hoping the dry scrubland will reveal more of the tasty berries he found earlier.
Xyklo slips one of the headphones over his right antenna, and sets the pad to a series of melodic Pantoran guitar riffs.

OOC:
07:41, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 failure, 5 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 1D 1C.  Resilience .
I'm not sure what happened to Kraken IC, or the speeder bike. If both have disappeared I'd like to add a setback dice to my check for the weight of kit please. I'll leave the 5 advantages to Force to decide what to do there!...
Forim Luk
GM, 758 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 13/14s stims:0
Fri 20 Oct 2017
at 12:03
  • msg #484

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim, exhausted, can only shake his head in the negative as he trudges forward.

Forim's mind cannot help but wonder back into space, when they still had their ship.  If it wasnt for that young head strong princess who thinks the world is a holodrama they would still have their ship...



07:55, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes, 2 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1A 1d 1c.  Rolling Resilience.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 72 posts
Sun 22 Oct 2017
at 19:26
  • msg #485

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger trudges along with the others, the blowing grit causing him as much problem as it was the organics, "If we proceed at an average pace of four kilometers per hour, a reasonable pace in this environment, I estimate we can traverse the badlands in approximately 16 hours.  Factoring in rest, we may make the traverse in two days.  If this wind continues, though, I fear my joints will cease up, and all my paint will be sand blasted away."

Resilience:  16:06, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 2 failures using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a 1d 1c ((1(A), 1(D), 4(C))).
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 24 posts
Mon 23 Oct 2017
at 16:20
  • msg #486

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic struggles a bit but manages to find a little hope for success against the conditions.

10:17, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 1 failure, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 1D 1C.  Resilience.
The Force
GM, 1059 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 25 Oct 2017
at 01:06
  • msg #487

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The climate takes all the fun out of a cross-country jog, but at least with the speeder bike you can take shifts resting and have it carry all your gear. Nevertheless, your spirits improve when, distantly, you can hear birdsong and insects begin buzzing around. Treacherously, the thought enters your head that this won't be so bad if it's over soon.

X Failure indicates X wounds. X Threats indicate X Strain.
X Success + Y Advantages = X+Y Boosts on Vigilance check

A hummock of dry earth that you had taken for only one of hundreds just like it shifts. Suddenly amid a cloud of dust there is a creature. It is large, fully the size of a bantha, though it stands on two legs. Its clawed forelegs hang in front of its muscular torso and its forward-thrust head bears a large, toothy mouth with a prominent overbite. Sand spills off its ridgelike back, revealing thick bones protruding through leatherlike skin. It blinks its beady eyes clear of dust, opens its mouth, and growls.

The creature's badlands camouflage was so excellent that you came within a dozen meters without noticing. Now it is Close to you, close enough that with a few bounds of its powerful back-bent legs it might be on top of you.

Vigilance and first action.
Anders Flown
player, 107 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 25 Oct 2017
at 02:22
  • msg #488

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders steps back and draws both of his pistols, one in each hand. He watches the creature for any indication as to its motives as he aims for its head. If it looks to charge he will open fire on the beast and hope for the best.

Anders Flown rolled 3 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a.  Initiative.

Anders Flown rolled 5 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 3p 1b 1d.  Attack.

two advantages to have second blaster hit
one advantage boost to next player

Heavy blaster 7+5=12 damage
SE-14r blaster pistol 6+5=11 damage


-
This message was last edited by the player at 03:20, Wed 25 Oct 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 156 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Wed 25 Oct 2017
at 06:44
  • msg #489

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The sniper is struggling with the heat, weight and fatigue. He is slow to shoot, his body recovering in a state of mild torpor, and the shot itself is poorly aimed, fizzling into the beasts flanks as it springs.

He sighed as the Pantoran blues in his music system took a melancholy riff. It was becoming one of those days.

OOC: double aim and shoot.
07:36, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 2 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 2B 1C.
07:35, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 success, 5 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2A 5B.  Initiative.
Using the initiative advantages to recover strain.
12 Damage. 1 crit (+20 lethal blows). Bloody dice app...
Forim Luk
GM, 762 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Wed 25 Oct 2017
at 12:20
  • msg #490

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Even in his weary form, the sign of movement out of the corner of his eye was enough to get Forim moving.  Diving to the side of the group he draws his pistol and snaps off a shot.

The shot strikes home, lancing into the creatures midsection right between a pair of scales.


08:15, Today: Forim Luk rolled 3 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A.  Rolling Vigilance.
08:15, Today: Forim Luk rolled 3 successes, 4 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A.  Gold Plated Pistol  +1 advantage.
08:18, Today: Forim Luk rolled 2 using 1d20.

Well, I did roll better then you on my crit...

Net Hit: 3 success, 5 advantages.
3 advantages to trigger a crit
2 advantages to pass myself a boost next round

Init: 3 / 0
11 damage presoak
Crit: 2 (Perhaps +10 because of the other crit)
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 75 posts
Thu 26 Oct 2017
at 12:23
  • msg #491

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger’s gangly form flails as the creature appear, “Ambush!!”
Regaining his footing, Roger’s combat protocols kick in, and he draws his blaster.  Aiming algorithms kick in instantly, bringing the weapon to bear, and a single bolt is loosed, slamming into the creature’s face - the sudden impact of ionized gas and energy causing it to see stars…

Initiative - B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 2 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p ((5(P))).
Blaster shot - B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 1 success, 1 advantage, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1p ((6(A), 1(A), 12(P)))
Advantage to recover 1 Strain, Triumph to activate Critical.
Damage - 6
Critical - 'Roger' rolled 62 with the Ricochet system (1d100) — Slightly Dazed - target is disorientated until end of encounter

Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 26 posts
Thu 26 Oct 2017
at 16:25
  • msg #492

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic pulls draws his heavy carbine and fires at the creature since it's right upon him trying to overcome his surprise and the heat.  His focus is affected but he gathers himself for another shot if needed.


10:24, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled no successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1p 1d 1c.  attack on creature.

10:19, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 4 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a.  vigilence.

I hope I did this right.  I am still learning the rules so if I am missing something let me know.
The Force
GM, 1063 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 26 Oct 2017
at 20:27
  • msg #493

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Initiative

Anders 3
Forim 3
Roger 2
Wissa 2
Xyklo 1
Zeic 0


Anders' blaster bolts strike the creature on its neck and shoulders, leaving bloody burns. Another bolt hits the creature in the face, between its small eyes. It stumbles and raises a hand defensively. Rogers' bolts strike its claws, disorienting it.

Enraged at its sudden pain and the flashing lights, the creature counterattacks. It charges towards Anders and swings its mighty claw. The claw crashes into him, jerking him to the side and leaving a brutal cut. His head whiplashes, leaving him dizzy. The sudden movement makes it harder for Xyklo to track the beast with his gun.

The Force rolled 1 success, 2 advantages, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2P 3A 1S 2D.  Brawl.
9 Damage pre-soak. Disoriented.

Harder, but not impossible. Xyklo's shot catches the creature under its ribs, causing the soft tissue to rupture. The beast stumbles in shock as its guts pour out. It collapses on the ground, moaning as it struggles to comprehend what has happened. Then Zeic blows a hole in its head and it is dead.

Fight over.
Forim Luk
GM, 763 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Thu 26 Oct 2017
at 20:38
  • msg #494

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Good reaction's everyone.  That helped break up the monotony of the day.  Anyone know if this is edible?"
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 27 posts
Thu 26 Oct 2017
at 21:19
  • msg #495

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Or if not edible at least maybe we could extract from water from it."  Zeic muses over the spilling guts and the hole in it's head.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 158 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Thu 26 Oct 2017
at 21:32
  • msg #496

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo stares at the dead beast while the others discuss how to make good use of it.
"Im sorry Anders. I was...  slow." he says, wiping the end of his barrel

"We could cook it captain. I'm not so sure about drinking any of its fluids though..." he eyes the corpse suspiciously
Anders Flown
player, 109 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 26 Oct 2017
at 22:56
  • msg #497

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders lay on the ground in a crumpled heap for several seconds before pushing himself into a sitting position. He removes a stim pack from his belt and applies the contents to the wound in his side, staying sitting for a few minutes as it takes effect.
"I am not going to be able to take many more of those sorts of hits."

He looks at the dead beast now on it's side and still for a few moments. Then he keeps the others covered while they try to recover some of the meat.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 02:39, Fri 27 Oct 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 159 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Fri 27 Oct 2017
at 06:33
  • msg #498

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Verpine pokes the desert creature with the tip of his rifle. He wrinkles his snout.
”I think this bug take his chances waiting for more berries. Vegetarianism never smelt so good!”

Cleaning the grit and dust from all his firearms, Xyclo sets his datapad to those Pantoran winter blues while he works, allowing those who would want some fresh steak to rig an improvised grill.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 28 posts
Fri 27 Oct 2017
at 14:21
  • msg #499

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Well, lets see what we have here." Zeic attempts to extract some meat from the creature and finds some that might work.  "Well, this seems like a good amount of meat though I can't account for the taste." Zeic looks over the meat that he extracted and shows it to the rest.


08:17, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 2 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1d 1c.  harvest meat.
The Force
GM, 1066 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 27 Oct 2017
at 14:35
  • msg #500

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The meat looks gamey, like thick corded muscle. The creature must be recovering from a long hibernation.

Nevertheless, its size is enough to furnish you with a large quantity of bloody, fresh meat. You cannot see any parasites or signs of infection, so it should be good to eat. You wrap it in disposable waxy paper and attach it to the speeder bike.

An hour or so later, you reach the edge of a canyon. Long before you get there you can smell it: fresh water and vegetation. You can hear the sound of rushing water, and when you get close you can see it: a waterfall, gently cascading down the wall of the canyon into a lush, verdant forest. Mist fills the air along with birdsong and insects buzzing.

From here, you can see the far side of the canyon. It seems that water spills into the canyon from that side as well.
Forim Luk
GM, 764 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Fri 27 Oct 2017
at 14:48
  • msg #501

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim looks left and right, trying to see a way down or a way across.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 160 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Fri 27 Oct 2017
at 15:00
  • msg #502

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Captain, shall we refill the water supplies before we go on?" Xyklo asks, scanning the far side of the canyon for movement.
Anders Flown
player, 110 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 27 Oct 2017
at 20:02
  • msg #503

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Removing his canteen Anders waits until someone gives the all clear on the water before refilling the container. "Should we hold up here for the night ?"

-
Forim Luk
GM, 765 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Sat 28 Oct 2017
at 01:01
  • msg #504

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim continues looking and is about to say Mam, I suggest we climb down and replenish our resources. however just as he takes a breath and opens his mouth to speak he remembers that he is the one in charge.

Re-centered he says "Yes.  Lets climb down and find a spot to set up camp.  Refill our supplies and then make for that odd looking mountain to the south.  We follow the river south so we don't have to worry about water.  We go down in pairs.  I will go with Anders.  Zeik you are helping with Roger.  Xyklo, you are overwatch and then join us down there and we will cover you.  Once we are down there, lets find a spot to spend the night.  Maybe improvise a liter or something that can be pulled by the speeder.

Any other objections?"


ooc: I rolled for us Anders :
20:36, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2p 1a 1d 1c.  Rolling Athletics.

As Anders and Forim climb down the cliff, forim slips often.  Fortuatly they got most of the way down before Anders' grip failed and the fell the rest of the way to the ground.
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:09, Sat 28 Oct 2017.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 29 posts
Sat 28 Oct 2017
at 03:31
  • msg #505

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"This should be fun." Zeic heads down as best he can with Roger and seems to make it without too much trouble.

21:30, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 1 success using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1p 1d 1c.  climbing down.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 161 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Sat 28 Oct 2017
at 06:23
  • msg #506

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo nods.
”Yes Captain,”

After filling his canteen and rinsing the grit and dust from his carahide he set up his gear as Forim and Anders were about to start their descent.
”Captain, do you mind if I try to ride down with the speeder? Only it’s carrying the spare kit, and should one of us get injured...   well, I’d not like to dump it till we have to.”
He lines the heavy blaster rifle up next to his old APC, at least if they ran into trouble and the shoddy batch of power cells knocked one weapon out, he’d have another to hand. Dropping down to one knee, he tracked the sights of the rifle along the far side of the canyon, then once along the valley floor.
Forim Luk
GM, 766 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Sat 28 Oct 2017
at 12:33
  • msg #507

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

As Forim thought about the request he said "Flight Officer" automatically without thinking.

Eventually he said "Well, We have to bring it up the other side, which would be quite the chore.  How long would it take you to ride it solo around the canyon and leave it on the other side?  Then you can climb down that side leaving a synth-rope for us to climb up as well.  We can meet you near the river with the camp fully setup.  We can pick the spot now so you know where we will be."
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 162 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Sat 28 Oct 2017
at 19:20
  • msg #508

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Sorry cap...  err flight officer,"

His snout twitches as he looks down and up the canyon before answering.
"Could be worth a shot. I'd sure hate to lose her.
No idea where it levels out or if there's a land bridge though.
Where shall I meet you then?"
And he begins to gather his gear and stow it on the rear of the speeder once more.
Anders Flown
player, 111 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 30 Oct 2017
at 20:05
  • msg #509

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Once he was on the bottom of the valley one way or another Anders dusted himself off and got a good look at their surroundings. He suggests a quick walk to find a camp sight and make sure nothing else has decided to call this place home.

-
The Force
GM, 1067 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 31 Oct 2017
at 02:02
  • msg #510

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The flight ceiling of the speeder bike does not allow it to soar over canyons, nor is it designed for near-vertical climbing. The only way to hang on to it is to bring it around the canyon. So Xyklo races ahead, the speed of the bike making up for the vast extra distance to travel.

Meanwhile, the rest of the rebels head down. The rocks are slippery with dew and moss, and are often loose in the wall. A few falls are arrested only by the Rebels' use of rope, tying themselves to one another. The worst occurrence is when Forim lowers himself into a net of sticky strands set up by some tiny predator and gets covered in web.

Descending the last dozen feet is like sinking into a steaming cauldron. The damp heat and the misty air make it a minor act of courage to finish the climb. As you descend into the mist, Xyklo loses sight of you from the opposite side of the canyon. You hit the ground with a squelch. The vegetation here is thick and wet. Birdsong and insect chirping echoes weirdly in the canyon walls, mingling with the sound of burbling water and creaking of trees.

Survival 1D
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 30 posts
Tue 31 Oct 2017
at 02:13
  • msg #511

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic sets down in the wet brush.  He remains still and tries to get his bearings and makes sure all of his gear in is order.  He appears to have weathered the trip just fine.

20:11, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 2 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1d.  survival.
Anders Flown
player, 112 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 31 Oct 2017
at 02:33
  • msg #512

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Looking around Anders tries to find a patch of ground that is slightly higher then the rest of the valley floor. He was not looking forward to sleeping on the damp ground.

Anders Flown rolled 1 failure, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 2a.
Forim Luk
GM, 768 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Tue 31 Oct 2017
at 03:15
  • msg #513

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Well, if we want to avoid wet ground, that spot is a bad idea.  With the curve of the hill, there should be some run off.  I think we should go there" he says pointing to a spot nestled next to a cliff a bit of a hike from the watefall.  It should provide good tree cover and be hard to see.

23:14, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 failure, 2 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d.  survival diff.
23:14, Today: Forim Luk rolled 4 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2A.  Rolling Survival.
Net: 3 success, 2 threat.

Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 164 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Tue 31 Oct 2017
at 08:30
  • msg #514

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo flicks the datapad back to some Trandoshan hard rock, gunning the speeder along fifty yards back from the canyons edge. The wind whips his antenna back against his head, dust spraying his goggles face. He didn’t bother driving stealthy, if anything trying to draw attention.
Allowing the heavy melody to direct his adrenaline, he tried not to think about Forim and the gang descending exposed into the ravine.
The Force
GM, 1068 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 5 Nov 2017
at 01:56
  • msg #515

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Rebel team crosses the canyon with difficulty. They keep walking across flat ground only to find that it is water coated with plants. They take refuge on rocks that are resting balanced on other rocks, which causes them to slip and fall into the water again. The highlight moment is when Anders accidentally disturbs a nest of stinging insects, and the rest of the journey is completed at a run.

You see many small, less than half a meter long,  semi-humanoid amphibians swimming around in the water. They look a bit like Geik with large tails and only tiny legs. They pop up to grab at geckos and bugs, then back into the water with a flick of their tails.

Once in awhile you see a more developed Geik. They are small, only a half meter in height, but scamper with great speed. They lurk in shadows and behind trees, scurrying away as soon as tbey are spotted.

When the Rebels finally reach the opposite canyon wall, they commlink communicate with Xyklo. You work together to find a good spot to climb, then Xyklo lets down a rope.

Everything that makes the rocks hard to climb down makes them doubly so on the climb up. You take more caution on the loose rocks this time, and the rope is very helpful.

1d 1c athletics. one free upgrade for using the rope, 1b for recent experience. 1b for Xyklo's help.  1 Strain for every failure on Survival. regain 1 Strain for every Advantage. 1s on Athletics if you had at least 2 threats.
Anders Flown
player, 113 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 5 Nov 2017
at 02:47
  • msg #516

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


With a rope between his hands Anders was surprisingly more agile up the side of the canyon and makes it to the top without any major incidents. He does his best to help anyone following him.

Anders Flown rolled 2 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1c 2b 2a.  Athletics check.

-
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 165 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Sun 5 Nov 2017
at 14:38
  • msg #517

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo rigs the far end of the rope to the tailgate of the speeder bike. If his friends got ambushed while harnessed to a rope halfway up the ravine, he'd be able to get them clear, fast. Yep, it may get bumpy, but they'd get up.

In the meantime he covers the ascent with blaster rifle, and a helping hand. Casually he flicks the datapad from Trando metal, to something more calming, a Coruscant orchestral classic, depicting a love story from the Old Republic, he couldn't remember it's name.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 31 posts
Sun 5 Nov 2017
at 15:18
  • msg #518

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic has more trouble going up the rope even though it shouldn't have been this hard for him.


08:16, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled no successes, 3 advantages, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1c 1a 2p 2b.  climbing the rope.
Forim Luk
GM, 769 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Mon 6 Nov 2017
at 03:29
  • msg #519

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim looks at the long climb up and says "Lets tie a few knots at the bottom and then everyone link yourself to the rope.  Lets have Xyklo pull us up with the speeder.  I for one know I wont be able to climb this very easily."


ooc: I rolled for fun after making my post anyway, and I got it, with 1A!!!

22:28, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 1d 1c 2b.  Rolling Athletics.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 166 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Mon 6 Nov 2017
at 13:59
  • msg #520

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Once all were up Xyklo peered back over the edge of the ravine.
”Looked kinda fun down there. You did remember to fill up the canteens right?
I got a snoutful of dust on the journey round.”
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 167 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Tue 7 Nov 2017
at 08:52
  • msg #521

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Verpine points south.
”Rivers that way. We can hydrate properly if we camp nearby, it’s running water I’d guess, so less biting insects.
Be nice to clean some of the gear too.”
Xyklo looks to Forim to confirm the suggestion, he was the CO after all.
The Force
GM, 1071 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 8 Nov 2017
at 03:10
  • msg #522

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The river is wider than the ones already crossed, but the same technique works. Two Rebels cross on the speeder bike, then one brings it back to pick up a third. By this means the river is crossed in only a few minutes, without even getting too wet.

Once you have crossed, you note that the speeder bike's power indicator is flashing. It is running out of energy, and will soon be a useless hunk of metal. Without the means to refuel it, you are forced to abandon the bike.

Spending a Dark Side point.
There are trees on this side of the river, and they get thicker the further south you go. Soon they are so numerous that you cannot easily see the sky. The trees are thin and soft. Most of them are different kinds of green, although many are also red or orange. The brush is thin, mostly composed of thick and squirrelly vines on the trees.

You hear chittering and chirping from birds and small beasts. The branches are alive with jumping and fluttering. The bugs are thick, and you find yourselves slapping and waving constantly. The trick you used earlier has worn off.

Resistance 2d. Failure is Strain.
Threats will be 2:1 setbacks on next roll. 
Anders Flown
player, 116 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 8 Nov 2017
at 03:21
  • msg #523

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders trudged along as best as he could as they made their way through the under brush. He had refilled the canteens and any other vessels that could hold water at the river.

As they stopped to complete the task Anders took a moment to scan around their location for any obvious imperial presence or the like.


Anders Flown rolled no successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 2d.  Resistance check.

Anders Flown rolled 2 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1p 2d.  Perception.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 169 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Wed 8 Nov 2017
at 12:34
  • msg #524

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo exhaled at the energy warning light on the bike, things were about to get tiring. Parking the stolen speeder under some thicker foliage he gave it a quick once over for useful parts before loading himself up.

The trek through the vines was tough, and the extra rifle did keep getting in the way, though perhaps his carahide put the insects off as he didn’t get bitten much.

OOC: Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 2 successes, 2 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 2D 2S ((3(A), 4(A), 5(A), 7(D), 6(D), 4(S), 2(S))).
I’ll take the setback on whatever is next!

If the bike has a removable ammo clip I will take it.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 32 posts
Wed 8 Nov 2017
at 16:08
  • msg #525

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

As hot and as annoying the conditions are, Zeic manages to get through it with no real problems as he finds a relatively clear path through the brush.


09:05, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 2d.  Resillience.
Forim Luk
GM, 770 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Wed 8 Nov 2017
at 16:33
  • msg #526

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Lets go south until we get passed these trees, then we will go east over the river and follow it down to that lake.

Lets aim for that flat topped mountain over there.  I am betting that will hold what we look for."

Luckily for Forim, his space suit was providing him enough cover that the few insects that got a bit in did not cause him much trouble.

11:31, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1A 2d.  Rolling Resilience.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 170 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Thu 9 Nov 2017
at 18:03
  • msg #527

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo looks up at the flat topped mountain Forim had spoken of. His antenna rose.
“I hope so. It’s a fair climb.

Have you considered how we get off planet, Captain?..   Flight Officer!”
Forim Luk
GM, 771 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Thu 9 Nov 2017
at 18:22
  • msg #528

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim replies "Flight Officer" in perfect unity with Xyklo as the Verpine remembered of his own volition.  Offering a genuine smile he says "Honestly, no.  But to be honest, it will probably be something along the lines of stealing a ship and making a run for it.  It would probably be too much to ask for a ship to be waiting for us at the top of that mountain dont you think?" he says with a wry smile on his face.
The Force
GM, 1073 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 9 Nov 2017
at 18:44
  • msg #529

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Rebel team sets off approximately south east. In unknown country they must be careful not to get turned around, or risk adding considerably to the distance and time they must travel.

One Survival roll. all others may assist.

At least travelling in the forest makes foraging easier. You find plenty of nuts and berries to snack on as you travel.

Like sensible anarchists you always have your guard up. You can't help but feel that you are being watched, but it's hard to be sure.

everyone vigilance 2c. this is where you will use boosts or setbacks.
Forim Luk
GM, 772 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Thu 9 Nov 2017
at 19:14
  • msg #530

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim spent his time walk around the group making sure everyones spirits were held high.  He kept trying to motivate them and try to make this arduous journey less horrible.

As such, he was oblivious to the danger lurking in the woods...


13:57, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 2c.  Rolling Vigilance.
Gonna give myself a melee defence
This message was last edited by the GM at 19:15, Thu 09 Nov 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 171 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Thu 9 Nov 2017
at 22:03
  • msg #531

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo enjoys the forest. The sounds, the trees, the constant presence of life.

That us before the memories of his life before joining the rebellion kick home. Dropping into a low crouch, antenna flattened to the back of his head, with more firearms than one man should reasonably carry, its as if he expects to be jumped at any point. Muttering semi coherent curses at imagined stormtroopers hiding among the trees, he scouts a few yards ahead of the group darting from cover to cover, and quite clearly in a world of his own!

OOC: 21:52, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 success, 2 threats, 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2A 1S 2C.  Vigilance..
Well that actually went better than expected!
Anders Flown
player, 117 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 9 Nov 2017
at 22:07
  • msg #532

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders did his beast to find additional nourishment as they walked through the trees so to keep his rations for a real emergency. it was rather pleasant in the end if you disregard the chance of instant death from above or that at this point they had no way off the planet.

Anders Flown rolled no successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2c 1a 1p.  Vigilance.

-
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 33 posts
Thu 9 Nov 2017
at 22:39
  • msg #533

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic makes his way through the heavy brush and while things don't seem right he can't quite make out just what is making him feel that way.

15:37, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled no successes, 2 advantages, 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3A 1b 2c.  vigilence.
The Force
GM, 1074 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 11 Nov 2017
at 17:45
  • msg #534

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The forest is full of rustling, mostly caused by the wind or a few animals attending their errands. Something catches Xyklo's eyes, just a little bit more purposeful of movement than the usual jostling of a bush. At his words, you spread out and check the area. Moments later, you find what appears to be a camouflaged hideout. The brush is pushed aside to form a little Culvert over a slightly Dugout bit of dirt. It would be excellent camouflage for someone hiding, and keeping an eye on this area. You might have passed within only a few meters and never seen it, save that whoever was most recently in it left just as you were passing. The ground is still warm where someone was lying. You even see a few Footsteps in the soft dirt from where they stood up and ran off.

You are not alone in this Forest.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 172 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Sat 11 Nov 2017
at 19:04
  • msg #535

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo drops into a crouch, and slides under the undergrowth. He tries to track every sound with his rifle sights, it’s impossible.
We’re he alone he would simply go to ground, sneak around, see who cracked first. But with the others the slow game wouldn’t work.
”Get down,” he hisses, a touch of panic breaking his voice, his face barely visible now under a heavy dark red leaf.

OOC:
18:59, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4A 2D 1S ((2(A), 7(A), 7(A), 6(A), 8(D), 4(D), 4(S))).
Recover 1 strain in a hiding place!
This message was last edited by the player at 20:35, Sat 11 Nov 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 773 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Sat 11 Nov 2017
at 20:14
  • msg #536

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim crouches down and passes the signal back with hand signals and draws his blaster, trying to see anything...
Anders Flown
player, 118 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 13 Nov 2017
at 20:17
  • msg #537

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders follows the others lead and removes both his his blaster pistols as he scans the surrounding vegetation for whatever the rest of the team may have seen.

-
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 34 posts
Mon 13 Nov 2017
at 21:24
  • msg #538

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic takes cover as well trying to listen and see what might be around.
The Force
GM, 1075 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 14 Nov 2017
at 00:12
  • msg #539

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

You wait cautiously, and fall under no attack. After a careful search, you find nothing else of particular interest. It seems that whomever was watching you has elected to leave you alone for now.

It's getting dark and after a long day of crossing swamps, climbing ravines, and traversing unknown forests, you are tired.
Anders Flown
player, 119 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 14 Nov 2017
at 01:01
  • msg #540

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 539):

"Lets stop and try and find somewhere to camp for the night ?" He looks around at the others before trying to spot somewhere they could find shelter.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 01:01, Tue 14 Nov 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 774 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Tue 14 Nov 2017
at 14:13
  • msg #541

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "Good idea.  Lets set up camp in that thicket over there.  It should give us some good cover.

I want three watches, two people each watch.  I will take the double shift of first and second watch.  Lets have a cold supper to avoid attracting any undue attention from both orbit and from the local predators."

 ooc: GM can roll randomly to see who is on watch when we get ambushed
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 35 posts
Tue 14 Nov 2017
at 15:13
  • msg #542

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic nods and helps to set up camp. "I have this meat here from before although I am not sure if there is a way to cook it...stealthily."
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 173 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Tue 14 Nov 2017
at 15:34
  • msg #543

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo, still twitchy as hell, sets about preparing some lead cover. Unfortunately he is distracted by the constant stress of feeling unseen eyes upon them. A loose mess of leaves forms at best a windbreaker but no real camouflage.
He slumps to his knees.
”Yes Captain, just let me know when you need me,” he whirs, too tired now to correct his mistake.
He begins to arrange his rifles in accessible position from the leaf bedmatting, looping a length of rope around them and to his waist.
”Well...   I guess we got no jam...” he replies quietly to Zeic, but wrinkles his snout at the strips of meat.
Forim Luk
GM, 775 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Tue 14 Nov 2017
at 15:41
  • msg #544

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim shrugs and says as his stomach rumbles "The thermal cameras from above could detect the heat of a fire, and the smoke.  If we know of a way to cook it without either, then we could have a plan.  Anyone have any idea how to do that?  Maybe slow cook at a lower temperature?"
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 174 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Tue 14 Nov 2017
at 15:48
  • msg #545

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo’s antenna lift.
”Could cure it sir? If we find some acidic fruits, berries or something. We could scout the area quickly before sundown?”
Clearly the prospect of fruit with the meat has perked him up. It’s not jam but...

OOC: Angling for a combined survival check here. I have skill trained once but a cunning of just 1, don’t laugh ;)
Forim Luk
GM, 776 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Tue 14 Nov 2017
at 15:58
  • msg #546

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "If you can make it edible, I am all for it" with a smile.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 36 posts
Tue 14 Nov 2017
at 16:19
  • msg #547

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Xyklo Voozul (msg # 545):

"That might work.  I am not so great at foraging but perhaps I can help you."  Zeic nods in the positive and checks on the condition of the meat. "We probably do want to figure something out soon with this.  It's fine now but if we can't cook it and/or eat it now it's probably not worth hauling around.  Though I suppose later on stinky meat might be an interesting distraction."
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 39 posts
Wed 15 Nov 2017
at 14:10
  • msg #548

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic goes searching around for fruit and finds plenty and then some.  "I think we will eat well at least for tonight." Zeic starts preparing things to cure the meat.

07:07, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 3 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a 1p 2d.  survival.
The Force
GM, 1077 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 15 Nov 2017
at 20:21
  • msg #549

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The night is dark and noisy, with many insects and small animals making their nocturnal songs. You sleep warily, one hand on a weapon and one eye on the forest around you. The watches are tense, with every snapping twig threatened by a pointed blaster.

Eventually the sun rises again, with no violence occurring throughout the night. You groggily rouse yourselves and, after a quick breakfast, are ready to continue your mission.
Forim Luk
GM, 777 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Wed 15 Nov 2017
at 22:06
  • msg #550

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Good job on the food guys" Form says as he muches on the odd tasting meat before getting up and getting his bearings again before saying "Alright, lets not waste too much daylight, time to get on."
Anders Flown
player, 120 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 15 Nov 2017
at 22:11
  • msg #551

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 550):

"Agreed." Anders quickly gets his gear together and on to his back. He takes a drink from his canteen as he waits for the off.

-
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 179 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Wed 15 Nov 2017
at 22:18
  • msg #552

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo weathers the lizard meat rather than relish it, but was grateful for the bite of the fruit to mask the flavour. He ate and endured a restless sleep, the next morning he twitchily watched the perimeter while the others had breakfast, occasionally standing sharply to take a sight of a perceived threat in the bushes.
He himself drank water in the morning, and one of the bitter fruits from last night.

At Forims urging Xyklo nods quietly and packs to go.
"You want me to scout ahead?"
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 40 posts
Wed 15 Nov 2017
at 23:55
  • msg #553

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic wakes up from a rather restless night even if the bugs don't both him as much.  He packs up his things after a quick breakfast anxious to move on with things.  He warily looks around since, even though the night went quietly, there was still someone unknown who knew about their presence here.
Forim Luk
GM, 778 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Thu 16 Nov 2017
at 14:47
  • msg #554

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "Good idea, but dont go alone, or dont go too far ahead."
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 180 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Thu 16 Nov 2017
at 15:46
  • msg #555

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

“Fifty metres cap.. flight officer.
I’ll check back every twenty minutes,” Xyklo affirms before taking a scouting role.

He may not be the most observant, but he would do his best to stop them walking into a trap.
The Force
GM, 1078 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 18 Nov 2017
at 18:18
  • msg #556

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

A few hours of hiking leads you to the edge of the forest. No ambushes are sprung or animal attacks occur.

The edge of the forest leads to an area too wet for most trees. The area is still thick with greenery, but the ground is marshy and wet beneath your feet. You can see much farther towards the horizon now that there are fewer trees blocking your line of sight.

Off to the south, some of you are sure you see a person standing on a hill for a moment or two. As you are discussing the implications, you hear something more pressing.

Off to the north, you hear the distant sound of blaster fire. It may be a few kilometers away, but there is no mistaking the whine of blasters. You think there may even be an explosion as well.

2D Perception for accurate distance.
Anders Flown
player, 121 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 18 Nov 2017
at 20:08
  • msg #557

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Sounds like we still have an Imperial tail. Whats the plan, my first reaction is a ambush, but we don't know what we face so that is suicide. Lets keep moving..."

Anders Flown rolled 1 failure, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a 1p 2d.  Perception.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 76 posts
Sat 18 Nov 2017
at 23:56
  • msg #558

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger turns his head from the sound of the blaster fire and nods to his teammate, “Agreed, putting more distance between where the Imperials knew we were and where we are is probably best.”
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 41 posts
Sun 19 Nov 2017
at 00:18
  • msg #559

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic tries to determine the distance but isn't quite able to come up an accurate estimate.

17:14, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled no successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 2d ((5(A), 6(A), 1(D), 4(D))).
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 181 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Sun 19 Nov 2017
at 00:37
  • msg #560

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Err...  Forim?" Xyklo mumbles peering off in the general direction of the blaster fire.

OOC: 00:35, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 failure, 1 threat  using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1A 2D ((6(A), 8(D), 6(D))).
Forim Luk
GM, 779 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Tue 21 Nov 2017
at 17:01
  • msg #561

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim turns to Xyklo and says "What?" then a more silent "Oh..".  He continues more confidently "Agreed.  We all saw what happened last time we decided to try to ambush an unknown force. Lets move south east to the river and look for an easy place to ford.  We might find some locals around that lake, so keep your eeys open both fore and aft."
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 45 posts
Wed 22 Nov 2017
at 14:47
  • msg #562

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic seems to find and set up in a pretty good tactical position.

21:08, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 3 successes, 1 threat , 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1p 1s 2d.  warfare.  Since I don't know exactly what is going on, I will leave it to The Force to interpret the results. ;)
The Force
GM, 1082 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 22 Nov 2017
at 20:58
  • msg #563

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic quickly spots some high ground in the marshlands. Marching there takes some effort, as the ground is soft and filled with long grass. Your legs get caught in the vegetation and your boots sink into the wet ground.

The high ground is a collection of soft but dry soil surrounded by a few large rocks. The stones will give a bit of cover against enemy fire. The wet ground around will not impede speeders, but any troops on foot will be slowed and have no cover for some distance. The downside is that there is no quick Escape from this position. If you have to run, you will be slogging through the same marsh.

The rebels take cover and direct their gazes northward. You hear the high-pitched whine of speeder engines. In the distance, you see a half-dozen speeder bikes cutting through the air. You also see a larger speeder, possibly a refitted civilian model, moving forward as well.

Perception 2d, 2s for distance.

Currently the scout bikes are a Long distance away.

Cool, and first combat action.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 184 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Wed 22 Nov 2017
at 23:42
  • msg #564

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo stays low, crouched down with the blaster rifle resting on the rock. Sighting up on the bigger vehicle he whispers,
"Ready when you are Forim,"

OOC: 1 success and 1 advantage on cool, will fire at Forims command.
Anders Flown
player, 122 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 22 Nov 2017
at 23:52
  • msg #565

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders found a large rock to use as cover and withdrew both of his blaster pistols. He waited for the off. He control his breathing as he took a glimpse at the imperial forces advancing towards them.

Anders Flown rolled 2 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a.  Cool.

-
Forim Luk
GM, 780 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Thu 23 Nov 2017
at 16:18
  • msg #566

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "Everyone take cover.  Target the pilots.  Wait until they are in range of our pistols, then we all fire at once.  Try to keep the speeder in tact as we could use that, but survival comes first.  Xyklo, you are the marksman, you call the shot."

Forim takes cover, and lines up his shot, ready take the head off of a trooper...




Init: 1/1

11:17, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes, 4 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A.  Rolling Stealth.

Using 4 advantages to pass a boost to everyone else :P
This message was last edited by the GM at 19:49, Thu 23 Nov 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 185 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Thu 23 Nov 2017
at 16:38
  • msg #567

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo nods once. ”Yessir,”
Secure in the knowledge that Forim has the rest of the team in cover he focussed on the larger vehicle. He squeezes, and grins.
The blaster bolt impacts on the pilots windscreen with satisfying accuracy, the remaining bolts strafing overhead.

OOC: True aim, 1 strain for second aim, shoot auto.
14 Damage on pilot.
Will shoot again at long range if I get the chance.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 46 posts
Thu 23 Nov 2017
at 19:37
  • msg #568

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Ziec takes cover and readies his heavy carbine pointing it down range waiting for them to get in range.



12:34, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 2 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a 1p.  cool, upgrading with triumph.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 78 posts
Sat 25 Nov 2017
at 00:29
  • msg #569

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

“Roger, roger.”
Roger draws his weapon and sets up behind a mound at the base of a shrub, readying for the order to fire.


20:28, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled no successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a ((6(A))).

The Force
GM, 1083 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 26 Nov 2017
at 03:10
  • msg #570

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Initiative:
Scout Troopers: 4 & 5
Rissk the Bloody, 3 & 1
Seargent Rollier 2 & 0 & 1
Anders, 2 & 1
Zeic, 2 & 0
Xyklo, 1 & 1
Forim, 1 & 1
Roger, 0 & 1

The Rebels wait tensely, weapons aimed, as the scout Stormtroopers close in. Their designated marksman Xyklo carefully aims, then fires a bolt of focused chemical energy across the flat surface. Through the scope, Xyklo watches his blast strike the Imperial Army trooper in the face. His head fairly bursts. The landspeeder swerves and dips. Its chassis skims low and hits the surface, causing a great splash of water. The curtain of water momentarily obscures the view of the landspeeder, preventing a clear shot for the moment.

Spending Seargent Rollier's Triumph to upgrade the difficulty check against anyone in the landspeeder, currently 2D 1C

The scout Stormtroopers, now able to spot the Rebels' location clearly, angle in for an attack run. The troopers open up with their speeder bikes' blasters. A volley of powerful bolts converge on your cover. Shards of stone and globs of mud fly everywhere, and steam rises from evaporated water.

At a hundred klicks an hour, firing on a stationary target is a matter of minute shifts in reflexes. The rear two scout troopers hold on target for just a moment too long before breaking off. The formation of scout bikes circles around your location, flying off a half-klick before spinning around for another pass.

The Force rolled 1 failures, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 3d 1s 1b.  Gunnery.
1b to attacks on the scout troopers. Scout troopers are currently at Medium, 3D range.
This message was lightly edited by the GM at 01:59, Thu 30 Nov 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 783 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Sun 26 Nov 2017
at 03:48
  • msg #571

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

As the scout trooper speeds by for his attack, Forim lets off a bolt and shoots the scout trooper in the head.  The trooper slumps down on the speeders steering column causing it to veer suddenly to port.  Unfortunately for the other trooper, they were flying in formation, and his wing-man was on the starboard.  The bikes slam into each other sending them into the river before they go end over end a few times and explode.

"I said when we were all in range private" Forim says with a bit of admonishment in his voice.


22:43, Today: Forim Luk rolled 3 successes, 5 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A 2d 2b ((5(P), 11(P), 2(P), 6(A), 4(D), 2(D), 5(B), 4(B))).
Net: 3/6

11 Damage presoak
3 successes to trigger crit and kill a second mook
2 advantages to give Xyklo a boost
1 Advantage to give the next player a boost
This message was last edited by the GM at 04:01, Mon 27 Nov 2017.
Anders Flown
player, 123 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 26 Nov 2017
at 04:07
  • msg #572

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders flinched as the shot was fired from their position while the troopers were so far off. He held his own fire as they raced in more concerned with not catching a bolt in the guts then dropping anyone.

As they came around for a second pass he snapped off a couple of shots.

Anders Flown rolled 1 success, 8 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3d 2a 3p 2b.  Attack

8 damage pre-soak
3 advantages for crit and to kill second rider
2 advantages to trigger hit with second blaster pistol on different target
7 damage pre-soak
2 advantages to trigger auto-fire
7 damage pre-soak
1 advantage for boost to next player.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 04:07, Sun 26 Nov 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 187 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Sun 26 Nov 2017
at 14:42
  • msg #573

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo grits his teeth and sprays around the craft, but the officers canny placement had left it tricky to hit. Cursing in Verpine, he widens his arc laying down a suppressive arc of fire to cover the imperial flight paths.
"Sorry, I ..  we need to get rid of the scouts, get a bit closer to that krillik in the car," He growls pivoting on one knee as the rifle shudders on automatic fire under his right shoulder.

OOC: 14:35, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 failure, 6 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 4B 3D 1C ((7(P), 11(P), 3(P), 8(P), 5(B), 1(B), 4(B), 1(B), 3(D), 2(D), 8(D), 2(C))).
Oh ffs! Well I suppose I should be thankful not to get a bloody despair and run out of ammo again! ;)
Boss, I'd like to use 3 adv to recover strain, and another 3 to upgrade the difficulty of their next turn from my suppressive fire.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 47 posts
Sun 26 Nov 2017
at 19:54
  • msg #574

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic Plirr aims carefully but his foot slips in the soft ground and he just misses his target but hopefully the next person will adjust to that.

Pass the advantage to the next person.

12:52, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled no successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1b.  3a 1p 2b 3d  - Aimed shot on a scout trooper.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 79 posts
Thu 30 Nov 2017
at 01:52
  • msg #575

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger lines a bead on the oncoming speeder with his blaster pistol and lets loose.  Grit and moisture from the long trek collude against him, causing the pistol to short in an unexpectedly strong, though unfocused blast, knocking the droid out of cover and onto his back.  The energy that moved forward with the bolt lands home on the speeder, hitting with the same impact as a standard shot.

21:39, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 1 success, 4 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1P 3D ((1(A), 2(A), 3(P), 7(D), 2(D), 7(D))).
Damage - 6
3 Threat exposing him, use Zeic’s Advantage to counter the remaining Threat
The Force
GM, 1087 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 30 Nov 2017
at 03:26
  • msg #576

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In a furious storm of energized plasma, the Rebels show the Imperials their true mettle. If they thought their opponents to be ill-organized irregulars huddled in fear, they were wrong. The superior firepower of the scout bikes is ineffective against the Rebels' position, and their coordinated small-arms fire is very effective against lightly-armoured vehicles.

The scout bikes are knocked off-course as their riders are wounded or critical components are destroyed. Repulsorlift engines out of control whine and squeal before crashing. As the bikes crash, sprays of water fly up. As smoking components are submerged, clouds of steam rise to mark the wreckage. Scout troopers half-float, half-sink in the shallow water.

The incoming speeder guns its engines. A powerful wake sprays up on either side of the landspeeder as it skims across the field. Though the driver still sits decapitated in his seat, the passenger has leaned over and is directing the vehicle with outstretched hands. You can see his head poking up over the dash. He appears to be a human male wearing an Imperial Army uniform. His hat is a little askew, but from the look of him he is a seargent.

In the back of the vehicle, you see another sentient being. It is a barabel, green-scaled with large red blotches. Though currently hunched in the back seat, it looks as though it would stand fully two meters tall. Its already-large mouth is twisted into a gruesome grimace, revealing rows of pointed teeth. Its armour plating is a mishmash of plating and ceramics, some covered in furs or scaly skin.

The speeder skids to a stop only meters from the Rebels' position. The army sergeant stays in his seat, but the barabel doesn't hesitate. Even as the craft is slowing, he leaps from the back seat and lands in the water. It's probably a little deeper than he intended, and he is forced to slog the last little bit to get to your position.

Once he is there, he doesn't hesitate. From somewhere he has produced an ugly-looking disruptor pistol, and in his other hand he holds a wide-bladed vibroblade. In a smaller creatures' hand it would be a sword's blade, but he holds it like a knife.

The barabel hisses and snarls. "Now you will feel the claws of Rissk the Bloody!" He swings his blade up with lightning speed.

Forim leans back with a star pilot's reflexes, barely dodging the incoming attack. The sheer ferocity of the attack is enough to cause the Rebels pause. With just a moment's hesitation, can they successfully counter-attack?

The Force rolled 1 failure, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2p 2a 2d.  Rissk melee v. Forim.
Spending advantages to add 1s to all melee attacks.

The army sergeant is currently at Close range with cover. Attacks on him are 1d1c1s. Rissk is Engaged, so difficulty depends on weapon used. Melee/Brawl 1d1c1s, RL 1d1c1s, RH 2d1c1s.
Forim Luk
GM, 786 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 11/14s stims:0
Thu 30 Nov 2017
at 03:52
  • msg #577

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim turns his backwards jump into an ackward flip.  While he lands poorly, he does get a shot off.  The shot swings wide, however it causes the barabel to turn its back on Xyklo giving him the perfect shot...



22:46, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A 1d 1c 1s.  Gold Plated Pistol  1 advantage.

Spending triumph to upgrade Xyklo's shot.
Anders Flown
player, 126 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 30 Nov 2017
at 05:42
  • msg #578

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders swings both pistols towards the sergeant and fires off a pair of bolts at the man from behind his boulder.

Anders Flown rolled 2 successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 1c 1s 2a 3p 1b.  Attack.

9 damage pre soak
2 advantages to trigger hit with second pistol
8 damage pre soak
This message was last edited by the player at 06:10, Thu 30 Nov 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 192 posts
ST 5/15, WT 6/12
Thu 30 Nov 2017
at 07:51
  • msg #579

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo nearly yells in fright as Rissk leaps onto his pal. Giving up his cover, he walks backwards, drawing his aim on the huge beast before hosing it down in blaster fire. Some hit, but the difficulty of not letting a stray shot find Forim checks his progress.
"Damn, damn, damn... Captain move, move, I can't get a clear shot" he chatters as his barrel tracks the Trandoshans form, all the while knowing that the group of imps drawing up had them right in their crosshairs.

OOC: 07:44, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 3 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1A 4P 2D 1C 1S 1B.  Shooting auto fire the angry Trandoshan.
1st man, disengage, 2nd true aim (2st), then shoot.
13 damage.
Adv to recover strain.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 48 posts
Thu 30 Nov 2017
at 21:58
  • msg #580

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic takes a shot at the sergeant and it appears to hit home glad that he learned a little from his previous position and stabilized his shot.

14:53, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1p 2d 1c 1s.  attack on sergeant.
heavy carbine 9 damage + 1 success = 10 damage before soak  He passes on his advantage to the next person to make a move.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 80 posts
Fri 1 Dec 2017
at 01:07
  • msg #581

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

“Oh no!  Watch out, Flight-Commander!!
Roger attempts to stand and blast the barabel in the back to protect Forim...  The gangly droid slips while raising, and flails as he returns to the ground, wildly firing the blaster, but the bolt streaks forward and hits its target.

21:02, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 1 success, 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1P 1d 1c 1s ((1(A), 5(A), 5(P), 6(D), 12(C), 2(S))).
Damage 6
The Force
GM, 1089 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 3 Dec 2017
at 05:25
  • msg #582

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Rissk the Bloody takes a few wounds. His barabel hide and armour plating make him resistant to damage, so he stays on his feet.

The seargent in the landspeeder takes a wound as well. He isn't as well armoured, but still remains in the fight.

Rissk changes targets. He lunges to his left, landing beside Anders with a thud. His blade licks out, whipping this way and that as he tries to hack the human to pieces. Once again his target falls away before him.

The bestial humanoid's movements were hard to track in point-blank range. He made for a surprisingly hard target. You find sighting on him with blasters to be difficult.

00:16, Today: The Force rolled no successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2p 2a 2D.  melee.
+1 Ranged Defence this round.

The army seargent fired his pistol towards Zeic, the Rebel currently shooting at him. You can faintly hear him shouting into his commlink. It's hard to tell over the whine of blaster fire, especially over this distance, what he is saying. He may be calling for air support.

00:23, Today: The Force rolled 1 failure, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 3d.  RL: blaster pistol.
Anders Flown
player, 127 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 3 Dec 2017
at 07:00
  • msg #583

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders stumbles back and fires as he does scoring a hit on the lizard man from one of his pistols. He tries to stay out of range of his knife looking to put a boulder or two between him and his assailant.

9 damage pre soak
Advantage to recover strain.
Take two strain to make a MOVE maneuver from engaged to short range.

Not sure my dice pool was correct, but here is the roll.
Anders Flown rolled 2 successes 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 1c 1s 2a 3p 1b.  Attack.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 193 posts
ST 7/15, WT 6/12
Sun 3 Dec 2017
at 11:12
  • msg #584

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Nerfshit, he's fast!" Xyklo mumbles, more than a little panicked that this thing was leaping around their midst so easily. It must be strong...  very strong.

Staying put on one knee, he tracks it as best he can, waiting till Anders gets his ass clear of the things blades before unleashing another volley.
Better. He was learning the things movements now. A strafe of blaster bolts cascaded across the Barabels chest.

OOC: 2 strain, double aim. Shoot auto fire at Bloody Rissky foe.
11:06, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 2 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 2B 2D 1C 1S ((5(P), 11(P), 7(P), 8(P), 1(B), 3(B), 4(D), 3(D), 2(C), 1(S))).
12 Dam to Rissk.
2 adv for another 12 Dam to Rissk.
1 adv recover 1 strain.
Forim Luk
GM, 787 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Sun 3 Dec 2017
at 14:24
  • msg #585

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim stays on the ground as he looks through his scope at the barabel.  That axe is terrifying as it whistles through the air, and his aim drifts to its hand.  As he holds still for half a second to pick his next victim, Forim squeezes the trigger gently.  A bolt of energy lances out at the Barabel's hand and strikes true!  With a roar of pain the axe clatters to the ground...


09:18, Today: Forim Luk rolled 2 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A 1d 1c 2b.  Gold Plated Pistol  +1 advantage.
Net 2/3
10 damage presoak
Spending 3 advantages to make him drop his axe.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 49 posts
Sun 3 Dec 2017
at 22:11
  • msg #586

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic somehow lost his handle on the Sergeant as his shot goes wide.

15:08, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled no successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1b 3a 1p 2d 1c 1s.  Aimed shot at sergeant.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 81 posts
Mon 4 Dec 2017
at 01:40
  • msg #587

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger changes focus, and moves to take out the sergeant.  He begins to stand, lining a bead on the IMperial officer, and begins to squeeze the trigger as he is again thrown off balance, thumbing into the swamp, throwing his shot wide, missing completely.

21:30, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled no successes, 2 advantages, 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1c 1s 2a 1p.  Shooty shooty Sergeanooty.
Pass along advantages to others
The Force
GM, 1090 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 4 Dec 2017
at 02:31
  • msg #588

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Repeated blaster fire across the barabel's body causes him to stumble. He attempts to get his balance, but every time he does another blaster bolt strikes home. His weapons are knocked out of his hands, and he is knocked down. He is still not dead, and attempts to rise. A few more blaster bolts finish the job. Rissk the Bloody's smoking corpse lives up to his name, as yellow-red blood oozes from his wounds. He lets out one final gasping breath.

The Imperial sergeant has lost his scout squad and now the civilian he was escorting. He remains in his largely-undamaged speeder. He rolls the dead army trooper out of the driver's seat, causing it to splash into the shallow water. He slides into the driver's seat and begins reversing the speeder. Now at maximum pistol range, he fires a parting shot at Zeic.

21:31, Today: The Force rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 3d.  sergeant RL.

Anders Flown
player, 128 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 4 Dec 2017
at 02:47
  • msg #589

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders stands upright and aims at the fleeing Sergent with his blaster pistol. He then moves covering the dead barabel giving him a kick before going through his pockets and picking up his weapons.

Anders Flown rolled 5 successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2d 1c 1s 2a 3p 2b.  Attack.

12 damage pre soak
Advantages to recover strain.
The Force
GM, 1091 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 4 Dec 2017
at 03:33
  • msg #590

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Anders' pinpoint shot strikes the last surviving Imperial in a vital place. The speeder drifts to a stop as its driver slumps over dead.

Combat Over.

The barabel's body yields copious returns. He bore a disruptor pistol, one of those fearsome weapons that disintegrated organic matter. This one has been carved to resemble the fanged mouth of some undersea predator.

The vibroblade is large enough to be considered a sword. Its broad blade makes it resemble a machete rather than an elegant duelling weapon.

The assassin's armour is too burned to be much use. He is carrying a glow rod and a stimpack. He is also carrying a commlink, a long-range civilian model.

You open a thick belt pouch and credits pour out. Hundreds of credit coins, probably worth thousands once counted. Collecting them all might take a few minutes, though, as Rissk kept them loose and now you have accidentally spilled them everywhere.
Anders Flown
player, 129 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 4 Dec 2017
at 03:49
  • msg #591

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders struggles to capture the coins once the pouch breaks open "Arh... we need to get going, I thought the guy in the speeder was calling for back up.". Pocketing the pistol and stim pack Anders makes his way to the speeder having stuffed what was left in the pouch into his pocket.

He gives the pile of coins in the sand one last look as he sprints to the vehicle.

-
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 50 posts
Mon 4 Dec 2017
at 04:07
  • msg #592

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Yes, that does seem wise.  At least get off of our current path and find some cover." Zeic keeps an eye out while the loot is quickly gathered.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 194 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Fri 8 Dec 2017
at 07:48
  • msg #593

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo let’s the others loot the body of Rissk, he turns his attention directly to the vehicle. Storming inside it, the young Verpine checks for hostiles, booby traps, and any spare weaponry and ammunition. He leaves the pilots seat free for Forim, having first hand experience of the mans skill.
Once assured it is safe he clicks, whirrs, and calls a sharp ”Clear!” to let the others know, before finding himself a nice position to act as gunner. Idly he begins to wonder if the Imperials have a stash of lunches aboard. He could really get his snout into a proper lunch about now.
Forim Luk
GM, 788 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Fri 8 Dec 2017
at 13:38
  • msg #594

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim gets into the pilots seat and familiarizes him with the controls "Kill the tracking systems" he says as he accelerates south.
This message was last edited by the GM at 22:07, Sat 09 Dec 2017.
The Force
GM, 1093 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 9 Dec 2017
at 05:58
  • msg #595

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The speeder relies on a passcode being entered to activate it. Fortunately, the passcode was already entered and the speeder is still running when you climb inside it. The next time you start the engine might be a little more complicated.

You deactivate the speeder's tracking equipment and speed south. You cannot help but keep an eye on the sky as you travel. Minutes later, you hear and see something ominous. The shriek of twin-ion engines in an atmosphere sound through the misty air. Two TIEs approach, coming in less than a kilometer up. They are following your trail perfectly.
Anders Flown
player, 130 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 9 Dec 2017
at 06:28
  • msg #596

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders looks to see if there is a friend or foe id system that might put the TIE's off their trail. "There must be a digital ID system that would stop the fighters firing on us. Here is the comm from the lizard man someone might be able to persuade them that Rissk the Bloody still lives ?"

Anders looks over the corpse of the Sergeant to see if he has anything on him that might fit the bill.

-
The Force
GM, 1095 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 9 Dec 2017
at 16:26
  • msg #597

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The seargent had a military commlink, different from the civilian long range comm that Risk had.
Forim Luk
GM, 789 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Sat 9 Dec 2017
at 22:13
  • msg #598

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim looks up and sees the ships and yells "SON OF A FRIFFING SITHSPIT RANCOR POODOO" at no one in particular.  Slaming the dash a few times in frustration and growls "DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY KRIFFING IDEA HOW TO FIX THAT STUCK UP HALF WITTED EXCUSE FOR A PRICNESS'S MESS?" their situation and his new leadership position obviously having hit the end of his usually very calm and happy demeanor.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 197 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Mon 11 Dec 2017
at 16:42
  • msg #599

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo, sitting next to Forim, takes a deep slow breath as the Duros vents his rage. He always finds it stressful when his friends get upset. They'd lost two of the crew, not to hostiles, but to disillusionment and desertion. The Verpine wasn't sure how to deal with that, psychology just wasn't his thing. Kraken and Caddy had shaken his confidence.

He tries to give it his best shot at morale, turning over the shoulder of the seat to Anders.
"Well, you're at least human, and a man, I dunno give it a shot?"
With that he tries to get into a position where he can shoot out of the window, though at this stage he keeps his face hidden for the most part, in case subterfuge actually works. Which he had little faith in, but it was worth a try...

OOC: Can my blaster rifle damage the TIEs?
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 51 posts
Mon 11 Dec 2017
at 16:49
  • msg #600

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"I have never been great at faking people out so hopefully they are just looking.  Maybe fly casual," Zeic says with a noticeable amount of sarcasm.  He tries to casually get his weapon ready by fooling with it a little as if he's looking it over but not actually getting ready to use it.
Anders Flown
player, 132 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 11 Dec 2017
at 22:00
  • msg #601

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Grabbing the comm that the sergeant had in his pocket Anders assumes and authoritative tone and speaks into the device using the settings the Sergeant had used to call in the air strike.

"Cease and desist TIE flight this is Sergeant Rollier. Cease and desist targeting the speeder, Imperial personnel present."

Anders Flown rolled no successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 2d 1b.  Decept roll.

-
The Force
GM, 1099 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 12 Dec 2017
at 03:28
  • msg #602

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The radio chimes back. "Copy, Sergeant Rollier. This is Green Seven, escorting you. Are you experiencing comm difficulty? Reattempt radio contact with Command. We will relay your signal. Stand by."

The two TIE fighters decelerate and come off their attack vector. Instead they angle parallel to the ground and begin flying straight.

"Sergeant Rollier, Green Seven is rebroadcasting. You are in contact with Major Zellik."
Difficulty to Deceive the Major is 3C. Don't look at me like that, I'm just using the rules.
1B for not being face-to-face. 1B for a particularly believable deception; use your own judgement.
Anders Flown
player, 133 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 12 Dec 2017
at 03:59
  • msg #603

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 602):

"Prepare to do something, this is probably not going to go well."

"Major, rebel force is destroyed and Rissk was terminated. We are returning with a prisoner. Green seven you are cleared to return to base."

Anders Flown rolled no successes, 4 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3c 2a 3b.  Decept roll.


-
This message was last edited by the player at 07:08, Tue 12 Dec 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 199 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Tue 12 Dec 2017
at 09:12
  • msg #604

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

“I think they bought it...” Xyklo whispers, grinning, as if the space fighters could hear them talking.

But he does keep the rifle ready!
The Force
GM, 1100 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Tue 12 Dec 2017
at 14:46
  • msg #605

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

A new voice comes over the comm. "Major Zellik to Sergeant Rollier. Copy. Return to Field Command ASAP."

The comm crackles again. "Green Seven for Sergeant Rollier. You are oriented south. Field Command is to the north, back where we came from." They remain on course above your heads. The whine of ion engines is giving you a headache.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 200 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Tue 12 Dec 2017
at 15:35
  • msg #606

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

“Well. We are headed south. I really don’t see how flying north would be good for anything.

Anders, I think there’s some trees a few miles ahead, maybe we can stall them? Tell them we think a few rebels escaped there...
 Or just flat out make a dash for it?” He looks to Forim for a decision, clearly unsure about either of his own suggestions.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 52 posts
Tue 12 Dec 2017
at 21:40
  • msg #607

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Yeah, either tell them that or pull the old radio not working bit until we can get some cover.  'Course if we do that they will know to start looking for us.  Then again, if we can get to some cover where they can't see us, could we blow this thing up after jumping out.  We still have a body lying there right so hopefully they would find the charred remains and be none the wiser."  Zeic contemplates that for a moment while they try to think of a way out of this.
Anders Flown
player, 135 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 12 Dec 2017
at 23:45
  • msg #608

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Using his hands to calm and quiet the rest of the team in the speeder as he did not know whether they could be heard.

"Green Seven, we have a potential escapee in the trees to the South we are moving to intercept please disengage so we can maintain tactical control of the situation. Sergeant Rollier, out."

Anders looks to the others in the speeder but does not say anything.

Anders Flown rolled no successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3c 2a 4b.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 00:23, Wed 13 Dec 2017.
Forim Luk
GM, 791 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Wed 13 Dec 2017
at 00:21
  • msg #609

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim spends most of the conversation in an internal cloud of rage and despair.  He makes his way back to the world and says "Sorry, its just I'm...  No.  I have no excuse for my outburst.  When we get back, I will put myself on report"

Form then passes the yoke to whomever is sitting next to him and makes his way to the engine console.  "Tell them we are getting some strange readings from the engine." as he makes his way back to the engine compartment.

He knew an old trick, changing the fuel burn ratio to cause large plumes of smoke to come out.  Unfortunatly, the downside is that if you get it wrong, you might cause real damage to the engine.

19:16, Today: Forim Luk rolled no successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 2A 1c 1d.  Rolling Mechanics.

net: 0/1
Using the failure / advantage to make my ruse a reality instead.  Requires a 2D mechanics to fix for real?
Anders Flown
player, 136 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 13 Dec 2017
at 00:45
  • msg #610

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 609):

"Understood I will do that now." Anders again pressed the comm devices transmit button.

"Green Seven, Sergeant Rollier. We are experiencing engine trouble due earlier blaster hits... please hold your fire. I will call in the strike mission should it be needed, please resume flight holding pattern."

Anders Flown rolled 1 failure, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3c 2a 6b. Only a matter of time I suppose.

-
The Force
GM, 1101 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 13 Dec 2017
at 01:24
  • msg #611

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Trying to fake engine trouble is always a tricky matter.  It is particularly difficult when of the vehicle is in motion.  Forim adjusts the fuel burn ratio, flooding the engine.  The speeders built and safety equipment causes the engine to shut down entirely.

The speeder skids to a stop, spraying dirt and mud and water all over.  It may take you a few minutes to dig the speeder out, especially if you want to clean the air intake grills on the front as well.

There is an unpleasant silence from the commlink after reporting engine trouble.  Then the other commlink opens up.  The long range civilian commlink with some static, and then a woman's voice speaks.  "Rissk, report."

Meanwhile, the TIEs break off their escort and begin a long, lazy circling pattern.
Anders Flown
player, 137 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 13 Dec 2017
at 01:47
  • msg #612

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 611):

"Should I answer that as well, might add to the ruse. I did tell them he had been "terminated"... I guess she is checking on our story ?"

-
Forim Luk
GM, 792 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Wed 13 Dec 2017
at 03:22
  • msg #613

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim curses again as the ship goes down and says "Sorry guys, I am thinking this mission is cursed...


Might as well, things can't get any worse.  Maybe he was a turncoat"
Anders Flown
player, 138 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 13 Dec 2017
at 04:37
  • msg #614

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Ah.. Mayor, Sergeant Rollier again as I said Rissk the bloody was terminated by the rebel force. He disobeyed a direct order and engaged the rebels in hand to hand combat, alone... We are returning with his corpse."

"I suggest Green Flight return to a higher holding pattern as we are chasing up a possible rebel survivor and it will go to ground with a possible strike mission in the vicinity."

Anders Flown rolled no successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3c 2a 2b.  Decep.
Take the threat as strain.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 21:46, Wed 13 Dec 2017.
The Force
GM, 1104 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Thu 14 Dec 2017
at 03:18
  • msg #615

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

There is another long pause. The TIE fighters continue to circle. Those of you with an eye for starfighters and their tactics can see that they are in a difficult position.

TIE fighters, like other space superiority fighters, are fast. Even moving at minimum speed to maintain air-speed velocity, the orbit these TIEs are making is several kilometers across. Most of the time, the fighters' cockpits are oriented away from the speeder. They keep 'eyes' on their target with sensors, which relay excellent combat data such as speed, direction, and condition of a target. Most starfighter sensors are programmed to ignore any target smaller than a starfighter and slower than a missile. Usually, humanoids are ignored. If these fighter pilots are really on their game, they could be using heat-tracking to monitor your positions.

You have a minute or two or muse on these thoughts as you wait in vain for the response to come from your looted commlinks.
Anders Flown
player, 141 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 14 Dec 2017
at 06:48
  • msg #616

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders gives a shrug before adding "Lets at least get the speeder back in one piece and mobile. I am not very good with a spanner, but I can give a hand with a shovel and clean out the front."

Anders hops out and gets to work while keeping the comm device close. He also takes a few moments to study the enemy fighters.

Anders Flown rolled 5 successes, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3d 1p 4a.  Piloting - Space roll.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 05:43, Fri 15 Dec 2017.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 202 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Thu 14 Dec 2017
at 08:56
  • msg #617

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo peers up from the speeder, clutching his rifle.
”I dunno. I think we may only have as much time out of the vehicle as it takes those TIEs to do a half sweep. If they’re looking at us when we’re out, the games up.
I can use a spanner, but it will take a while..”
Turning to Forim, he raises his antenna questioningly, and glances at the pilots console.

OOC: has the engine cut? Because hacking the passcode to restart is probably beyond us!
Forim Luk
GM, 793 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Fri 15 Dec 2017
at 04:10
  • msg #618

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"What we need is a place to hide from those scanners.  I have tried everything in my book to divert their attention away to get us to safety.  I am open to any and all wild suggestions...".  He shakes his head to Xyklo - repairing the ship is a no go for multiple reasons...

ooc: how good are their life form detectors: Can we bury ourselves in dirt and be effectivly hidden from their scanners?  i am thinking about blowing up the speeder and in the smoke / heat cloud burying ourselves in the now lose dirt.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 203 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Fri 15 Dec 2017
at 07:39
  • msg #619

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo grins at Forim.
”That’s good, I’d rather go down fighting than performing engine repairs on one of their crappy speeders!”

He glances at Rolliers body.
”I’m guessing they saw the speeder just died. One of us could dress as Rollier and call them down for an evac? Then we ambush them...”
It sounded implausible even as he said it, but his next best plan was to wait for their fuel reserves to run low and make a dash for it!
Anders Flown
player, 143 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 18 Dec 2017
at 01:58
  • msg #620

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders passes on the observations he made of the Tie fighters and whoever was guiding them. He though their behavior was strange, but was at a lost as to how it could benefit them at the present time.

-
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 205 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Thu 21 Dec 2017
at 11:22
  • msg #621

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo gets twitchier and twitchier as they sit in the broken down vehicle. Eventually he utters a shirt stream of harsh clicks and whirs.
"Screw this. They could be calling for more assistance. I'm gonna make a break for it, see what happens. If they follow and close, I'll try to engage them from the treeline and keep 'em busy.
Captain." he salutes Forim sharply, before sliding out of the car window when at least one of the TIEs are facing away from them, and begins a hard dash for the cover.

Xyklo arrives, weaponry clanking, his snout raised to suck in any extra oxygen, the muscles beneath his carahide screaming with acid. He'd done his fair share of running drills, but it never made training to lactate threshold any more enjoyable. Rolling into some bushes he gasps for air while laying out the blaster rifle in case of pursuit...

OOC: Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 success, 3 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1d 3s.  Athletics.
Happy to take a whole load of strain unless Force has other plans?
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 82 posts
Wed 27 Dec 2017
at 17:06
  • msg #622

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

“Xyklo has the right idea, Flight Commander, we’re out of options sitting here.”
Roger gets out of the speeder and, blaster drawn, follows the verpine.
This message was last edited by the player at 13:36, Thu 28 Dec 2017.
The Force
GM, 1109 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 1 Jan 2018
at 23:00
  • msg #623

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

After a brief, splashy run the rebels make their way south.  They arrived in a thick forests of thin trees about 2 to 3 m high.  There aren't many brushes, but there's plenty of reeds and long grass.  It's still very wet here.
The TIE fighters continued to circle.  They have either not noticed you running, or have decided that circling the crash speeder is more important.
Forim Luk
GM, 794 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Tue 2 Jan 2018
at 02:45
  • msg #624

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "Lets make a break for it" and sprints to the trees.

"Lets make a shelter that will protect us from thermal scans and give us a break to rest up and start fresh tomorrow.  Its going to be a wet night, but that will mask our body heat." as he starts looking around for some kind of materiel that he could build a lean to with
Anders Flown
player, 144 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 2 Jan 2018
at 03:01
  • msg #625

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 624):

"I will provide security... That was weird I did not expect them to let us go." Anders finds somewhere that gives him a good look back along the path they took into the trees and then waits blaster at the ready.

-
The Force
GM, 1110 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 7 Jan 2018
at 23:50
  • msg #626

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Rebels lurk in the wet forest for just a moment once they all arrive. The organics catch their breath, and the droids restore their servo temperatures. You hear a loud roaring noise and glance back to the north.

A Raptor shuttlecraft soars over the landscape, on its way towards you. The shuttle hovers over the soggy field where the landspeeder is, and its swing-doors open. Black rope-lines fall, stopping just short of the ground. A squad of Stormtroopers begin sliding down the lines. They land on the wet surface and fan out. Some of them briefly investigate the crashed speeder, while others keep their eyes outwards. A perimeter is formed.

The Raptor descends further, until it is only a few meters above the ground. The repulsorlifts spray water all around, creating a halo of mud and relative dryness near the speeder.

Three Imperial Army soldiers climb out and hop down. They rush out of the repulsor-press, their shiny black boots getting soaked with mud. Two of them are tall males, and the other is a little shorter and pudgier.

The last one out of the vessel is a human woman. She is wearing a plain coverall and has blonde hair that, in the right light, seems to have blue highlights in it. She also hustles over to the speeder. While the three soldiers are inspecting the speeder, she begins scanning the horizon. For a moment, she seems to be looking directly at you.
Anders Flown
player, 145 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 11 Jan 2018
at 23:36
  • msg #627

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"We need to go...now. I think that lady may have seen us." Anders looked at the others, the whole experience had been unnerving and he still felt uncomfortable when he thinks back to the woman looking in their direction.

Lifting his gear onto his shoulder Anders looked for a way through the undergrowth.


-
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 53 posts
Thu 11 Jan 2018
at 23:44
  • msg #628

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic stays still in the cover and looks for possible retreat avenues.  He watches her carefully to see if there are any other indications that they have indeed been spotted.
Forim Luk
GM, 795 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Fri 12 Jan 2018
at 22:12
  • msg #629

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Steady..." forim whispers.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 206 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Sat 13 Jan 2018
at 08:56
  • msg #630

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo stays low, his rifle aimed at the woman who was already spooking him out.

He glanced at Anders moving out and raised a questioning antenna at Forim, again looking for his call. Part of him still wanted to stand and fight, but they were few and this shuttle probably had long range comms.

OOC: what’s the range to the woman?
The Force
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Sat 13 Jan 2018
at 19:26
  • msg #631

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Long range. She is a Nemesis,
so 2 upgrades.
 
The Raptor dropship slowly rises into the air. It stops about two hundred meters up, hovering on repulsorlifts.

Meanwhile, the Intelligence officer and the Imperial army officers are shouting at each other. It is unclear whether they are arguing or just shouting to be heard over the Raptors' engines.

You notice uncomfortably that the Raptor seems to be orienting itself towards your forest cover. Its forward-facing guns swivel downwards.

1d1c check. use a skill of your choice, and explain how it applies in your post. failure results in damage, threats result in strain. despair will have an effect relevant to the skill you chose to use.
Anders Flown
player, 146 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 13 Jan 2018
at 20:52
  • msg #632

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders stays hidden watching the ship and its passengers. He waits until there is a group consensus as to what to do.

Watching the shuttle Anders can feel his heart sink as the ships guns point in their direction.

-
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 54 posts
Sun 14 Jan 2018
at 00:42
  • msg #633

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

With some hard thinking and stress, Zeic quickly considers the situation and ascertains the best place and direction to escape to based on cover and the capabilities of the raptor.  "As best as I can tell, this is the best way to go."  he starts moving that way unless countermanded.

17:32, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 2 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1p 1d 1c.  warfare.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 207 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Mon 15 Jan 2018
at 15:55
  • msg #634

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo crouches deeper into the undergrowth, whirring softly as he draws a sight on the eerie female.
"Ah shit...  shit..  that's bad Captain. Forim. Flight officer Forim. Sir.

Not just the fucking craft, the woman too. Permission to fire sir," his antenna twitch, stressed out he can't shake the feeling of something dark and irrepressible closing in.

OOC: Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 4 successes, 1 threat , 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4a 1d 1c.  Steath.
Forim Luk
GM, 798 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Tue 16 Jan 2018
at 21:24
  • msg #635

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods toward Zeic and whispers "Go go go before we get blasted, this should have worked.  How can they be tracking us!?!"

ooc: Can I make a check to see if I suspect someone is a spy?  Upgrade the difficulty one extra time because Forim is so trusting.
This message was last edited by the GM at 21:24, Tue 16 Jan 2018.
The Force
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Wed 17 Jan 2018
at 02:30
  • msg #636

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The Rebels begin running through the woods as the shuttle opens fire. Blaster fire explodes as it hits trees and wet dirt. The hot steam of evaporated water clouds your vision and causes tears to form, but you run on.

You run until the sound of blaster fire is a distant boom rather than a thunderous roar. Eventually it peters out, and you slow your headlong charge. You collectively pause, breathing hard to catch your breath. Then you sense movement. You look up and see movement all around you.

A group of humanoids has encircled you. They are long and thin of limb, about a meter and a half tall. Their skins are various shades of blue and green. They are pointing bows and arrows at you from meters away. The bows appear to be made of white bone, as do the arrows. They are clad in strange armour that resembles old-fashioned banded mail, though it too appears to be made of white bone.

One steps forward into the small clearing. He is also aiming a bow, directly at Forim. He approaches to within one meter, the razor tip of his arrow aimed directly between Forim's large eyes.


Anders Flown
player, 147 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 17 Jan 2018
at 02:47
  • msg #637

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Breathing deeply and on one knee when they are surrounded Anders rises slowly with his hands above his head. He makes no sound as he looks at the "natives" that seem to have caught them with there collective pants down.

-
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 55 posts
1 strain
Tue 23 Jan 2018
at 14:38
  • msg #638

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic follows Anders and makes sure not to do anything that would provoke them.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 208 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Tue 23 Jan 2018
at 16:37
  • msg #639

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Well, if he was honest this was still an improvement on being chewed up by the heavy blasters on that shuttle, though those bone arrows looked pretty painful.
At this stage Xyklo was happy to let one of the others take charge, besides he was dog tired from lugging this stuff around, and still a bit unhappy to have missed the chance to take down that officer.

He felt they may rue that opportunity missed.

”Are we surrendering?” his exhausted mumble broke the silence.
The Force
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Thu 25 Jan 2018
at 02:01
  • msg #640

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The hunters look you over in silence for a few moments. Their leader listens as you quietly murmur, but says nothing at first. Then he holds up a strange gem-like lens and looks around the area. He scans in all directions, then drops it. It is tied with a leather thong around his neck for easy access.

The lead hunter says something in a language you have never heard before. He pauses, then says something else. It sounds similar but different enough for you to wonder if it is a different dialect or a different, similar-sounding language. Then he says something in the Geik language, which you were able to pick up a few words of.

"Who is your leader?"
Forim Luk
GM, 799 posts
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Fri 26 Jan 2018
at 01:04
  • msg #641

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim steps forward, his arms outstretched to the side and back as if to usher everyone behind him to protect them from harm.  This is pointless as they are completely surrounded, but it makes Forim the obvious target.  Forim tries to stand his ground between the aggressor and his people, but winces back and angles his head away from the weapon involuntarily.

When prompted Forim says "I am the leader here." as his voice cracks in worry "  We are peaceful travelers seeking the tree of knowledge. The Empire, those explosions back there, has pursued us relentlessly for days.  We are tired and hungry.  We beg for your kindness and seek shelter for the night."
The Force
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Fri 26 Jan 2018
at 14:37
  • msg #642

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The leader glances at his subordinates, who briefly return the glance before returning their locked eyes to their targets. They have a brief conversation in a foreign language.

"This 'Empire.' What relation do they have to the 'Republic,' whose symbols they bear?"
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 56 posts
1 strain
Fri 26 Jan 2018
at 16:40
  • msg #643

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Ziec gives a confused raised eyebrow to that comment but quickly looks to Forim to answer that question.  He does glance around a little to see if they are alone with the natives but figures the natives are likely aware as anyone of their surroundings.
Forim Luk
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Sun 28 Jan 2018
at 23:26
  • msg #644

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods slowly and says "I think I remember that from history lessons when I was a hatchling.  I think the old republic turned into the empire, an evil group ruled by one evil person."
The Force
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Mon 29 Jan 2018
at 03:09
  • msg #645

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The lead hunter considers this briefly, as the distant sound of blaster bombardment continues sporadically. "So the Republic became this 'Empire,' which is evil? And you are the enemies of the Empire? And you are fleeing from their warriors?"

Some of the other hunters speak, briefly, in their own language, apparently offering advice. He ignores them, eyes flickering between your faces. He gives an order, and the hunters ease their bowstrings.

"Come with us. We will speak more soon, in a safer place."

The hunters surround you with weapons lowered. Their leader begins to move southward, loping between trees with easy grace.

With little choice, you follow along. Your escorts are not pressing you to the same manic pace as you took when escaping the Imperials, but your progress is still fast. The hunters, clearly locals, lead you along winding paths with less underbrush and more level ground. At first you are sure they are simply better at navigating this forest than you outsiders, but soon another  theory becomes evident. These paths are prepared, possibly years in advance, for people who know the way to move more easily.

Soon enough you arrive at the edge of the swamp. The ground is much firmer and drier here. To the south, there are some low, rocky hills. The hunters gather around you in a circle.

Their leader once again comes to face Forim. He looks you over as if inspecting you in detail. Finally he speaks.

"I am Lum, Master Warden of the Aki-Varshi."
Forim Luk
GM, 801 posts
Flight Officer
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Wed 31 Jan 2018
at 03:48
  • msg #646

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim  nods toward the humanoid confirming its assessment.

As he departs, Forim motions for everyone to follow and holsters his weapon.

Forim tries to keep his eyes open for signs of respect the warriers give to the leader throughout their run, and attempts to do the same now.  "I am Forim, leader of this group.  Thank you for providing us respite from the Empire.  I want to warn you that they had been tracking us relentlessly for days, and hope that your generosity does not lead to reprisals.

The Geik people said that you were the guardians of the Tree of Knowledge, is this true?"
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:50, Wed 31 Jan 2018.
The Force
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Wed 31 Jan 2018
at 19:49
  • msg #647

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Lum holds up a fist and clenches it. Possibly this is some sort of affirmative gesture.

"It is our sacred task to guard the tree from anyone who might seek to harm it. There are those who enter this realm without purpose, and so we send them away by whatever means we need to. However, it is given to me, as Master Warden, to decide whether someone who comes seeking the tree should be allowed the chance to approach it.

" I will allow you the opportunity to prove yourselves. Who among you will take the test?"
Forim Luk
GM, 802 posts
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Thu 1 Feb 2018
at 05:31
  • msg #648

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"What is the test" Forim asks cautiously
This message was last edited by the GM at 05:31, Thu 01 Feb 2018.
The Force
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Thu 1 Feb 2018
at 05:39
  • msg #649

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Choosing to accept the test is part of the test," replies Lum calmly.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 209 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Thu 1 Feb 2018
at 08:16
  • msg #650

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo’s attention fizzes between Forim and Lum, he had really gotten the hang of the language here, and was filling in a fair few gaps along the way. Things were however, beginning to make some kind of sense now.
”A test? They’re ...  they’re testing you to get to the Tree?
That’s sounds dangerous Captain. I..  you know I will help you if I can..  but you’re the smart one here..

Flight Officer!” he states slightly too loudly, finally remembered to correct himself at the end of his babbling.
Forim Luk
GM, 803 posts
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Mon 5 Feb 2018
at 19:44
  • msg #651

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"May we stand the test as part of a team, or must we be tested individually?"
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:49, Wed 07 Feb 2018.
The Force
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Mon 5 Feb 2018
at 19:44
  • msg #652

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"If one of you passes, I will permit you the incredible favour of allowing all to proceed. Otherwise, the choice is in your hands."
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 210 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Tue 6 Feb 2018
at 08:40
  • msg #653

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The quite ragged looking Verpine leans gently in towards Forim. That or his balance is a little off and coincidence has slowly tilted him towards the Duros.
”I’m ready to help you sir...  only I’m not really very good at this sort of thing.” he mumbles.
Xyklo looks a long way from the bouncy scout who devoured all the jam on the briefing room table back on the ship.
The Force
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Tue 6 Feb 2018
at 16:10
  • msg #654

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Distantly, you hear the thunderous sound of more artillery. Deadpan, the master warden says, "You may work in a team. Choose wisely."
Forim Luk
GM, 804 posts
Flight Officer
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Tue 6 Feb 2018
at 16:18
  • msg #655

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim looks between his team and sees the resolve behind their eyes.  They are bedraggled, tired, but they are not beaten.  Forim says "We accept the trial.  If it is permissible, may we have a few hours rest and some food before we proceed further into the trial?"
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:49, Wed 07 Feb 2018.
The Force
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Tue 6 Feb 2018
at 16:21
  • msg #656

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The master warden nods. "Very well." He gives an order, and the group of hunters falls to work. Quickly they clear a space in the wilderness, create a small fire, and pass out waterskins. Two stand guard while the rest sit and relax.

Lum once again raises his strange gem-lens and looks around. He carefully scans the treeline with it, then drops it to hang around his neck. Then he sits beside the fire.
Forim Luk
GM, 805 posts
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Wed 7 Feb 2018
at 01:55
  • msg #657

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim slumps down to the ground, exhausted.  His curiosity gets the better of him and he asks "What does that lens do?"
The Force
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Wed 7 Feb 2018
at 02:28
  • msg #658

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Lum holds up the lens for you to see. It looks like a crystal, set in a wire frame. "This was my gift from the Tree. I chose to keep it in this form, and set it like so. Now it aids me in seeking interlopers. Observe."

The Master Warden holds it up to your eye. Through it, light bends and shifts, taking on a strange purple-blue cast. You can see the shapes of the others gathered around the fire. Vaguely humanoid shapes are visible sitting or standing, their details lost. You can also see the other hunters, even though they are some distance away through the trees. The trees are a foggy shadow through the lens, through which people are visible.

Lum lowers the lens and tucks it into his armour. "Perhaps if you are fortunate, the Tree will choose to bless you as well. It does not give fruit to all, not even those who prove themselves worthy."

While you are recovering, you get a closer look at the weapons and armour the Aki-Varshi use. Initially, you believed them to be bones, and on closer inspection they still resemble bones. However, they seem to be composed all of one piece rather than carved or assembled. Four foot long curved staves, perfect as bows, with handles in just the right place... it's difficult to imagine what sort of creature they are from.
Forim Luk
GM, 806 posts
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Wed 7 Feb 2018
at 15:41
  • msg #659

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim looks through the lens and thanks Lum saying "That is very interesting.  It's like the lense only lets you see sentient life?  It did not seem to highlight the smaller animals or bugs.  Does it highlight the larger animals?"

As Lum answers, he looks around at the bone weapons and asks "Does the tree give you these weapons as gifts too?"
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 211 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Wed 7 Feb 2018
at 16:36
  • msg #660

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo takes a firm grip on the chance to rest with many eyes keeping lookout, a rare treat. Lying back after a long drink of water, he folds his arms behind his head and listened to Forims discussion. The tech here was indeed very interesting, as was the tree, and it made a welcome distraction from the thought of that woman lurking in a gunship somewhere out there.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 57 posts
1 strain
Wed 7 Feb 2018
at 17:47
  • msg #661

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic keeps a casual eye and ear on the conversation.  The weapons seem interesting but he doesn't want to cause any more distrust than was naturally there upon meeting a new race he just leans back a bit and allows Forim to handle the negotiating at this point.
The Force
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Wed 7 Feb 2018
at 21:48
  • msg #662

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"It senses all life forms, but it can be hard to see the smaller ones at first. Without practice, most of the details are invisible. It has taken me some time to get used to it."

"Our weapons? No. They are the craft of our tribes. The Geik language has no words for the process, but... can you imagine bones being grown in tubs? They are alive, until they are ready to be harvested. Then we dry them out and use them. This description is crude, and I am no..." he waves in irritation. "Flesh-crafter," he settles on.
Forim Luk
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Wed 7 Feb 2018
at 23:20
  • msg #663

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "I have heard of a similar process among my people.  We call such people Biologists.  I am sure they would love to talk to you about it in detail but myself I am not as interested in the how.  I am a Pilot, a person who flies the large metal things in the sky."
The Force
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Sat 10 Feb 2018
at 20:51
  • msg #664

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The master warden nods and listens to which you have to say, but declines to ask any further questions.
An hour passes, and you feel a little bit more relaxed.  Without preamble,Lum stands up and faces you.  "The time has come.  Just as choosing to accept that the test is part of the test, choosing a suitable test is the next.  What tests will you face that proves you are worthy of seeing the tree?"
Forim Luk
GM, 808 posts
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Sun 11 Feb 2018
at 16:06
  • msg #665

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim drifts off to sleep, almost mid conversation as exhaustion finally takes hold.

He awakes with a start, rolling to the side and drawing his blaster in one smooth motion as he searches for threats.  The constant running from imperials has affected his reflexes.

It takes a moment, but Forim recovers and apologizes.

In answer to the question Forim says "We have been through quite an ordeal to get here, and in the process we have tried to protect innocents from the imperials at the threat of our own lives.  Would that count?" hopefully.
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Sun 11 Feb 2018
at 17:32
  • msg #666

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Lum sits through this question. "So your test is already completed? This is what you offer?"
Forim Luk
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Sun 11 Feb 2018
at 18:55
  • msg #667

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim looks at Lum and says "What are we supposed to be testing?  Strength of mind, Strength of Body, Strength of Spirit?"
The Force
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Sun 11 Feb 2018
at 21:31
  • msg #668

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Lum sits quietly, watching you with his large eyes. He holds his hand in his other hand, glancing at the other hunters in his team.

"I am the Master Warden of the Aki-Varshi," he says at last. "It is for me to decide who is worthy to visit the Tree of Knowledge. All others are sent away. Or killed, if they refuse to leave peacefully. Perhaps you would like to hear about the test that the last group of outsiders took? Or perhaps the test the scholars of the Republic chose, when they came many years ago?"

Lum stands up and raises a fist. "Seven seasons ago, some 'humans' came from the south into our lands. They were desperate, fleeing from the place that had confined them. At first we simply let them wander, but then they got too close to the tree and we had to challenge them.  They expressed interest in seeing the tree, although I do not believe they knew what it was.  Their leader chose a fight.  I believe he thought himself clever for concealing a knife until he needed it.  He should have been watching to see if I was concealing one as well.  He failed his tests.  The rest of his party did not accept this, and chose to try to overpower us.  Their bones are buried around here somewhere.

The people from the Republic who considered themselves scholars chose a contest of numbers.  They demonstrated their calculation skill and the warden of the day decided to allow them access.  The history suggests that he found them harmless, and believed that the tree itself would be a better test for them."
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 212 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Wed 14 Feb 2018
at 18:02
  • msg #669

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo leant forwards "I...  I don't want to kill anyone here. You're not the Empire. You're not trying to hurt me or my friends...  I hope.

But I'm not a scholar, or philosopher, or artist.
I'm probably not much good at any of that.
I'm here to protect my team and now half of them have died or run off.

So I guess if it's all the same to you, if I'm going to be tested, I'd rather Forim or you, or even the tree, chooses how."
Forim Luk
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Fri 16 Feb 2018
at 16:35
  • msg #670

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim looks to the others before offering his own suggestion.

Forim looks to Lum and says "We choose a test of aid.  What I am trying to say is  that we would prove our worth by helping someone or something in need."
The Force
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Fri 16 Feb 2018
at 16:42
  • msg #671

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Lum is silent for awhile. He speaks to his hunters in their own language for a moment. They respond, and a brief discussion is had.

Two of the Aki-Varshi stand and leave the campground. A moment later Lum and all the others stand up.

"This is not a good place for camping for the night. Come with us and we will bring you to one of our own camps."

The Aki-Varshi lead you through the forest for awhile, eventually leading to a rocky hill. After climbing through the rocks, you find that the hill is a concealed hollow. Some of the hunters begin dragging fine mesh nets across the hollow. There are flat rocks lined with odd cloth which they invite you to sleep on. The rocks are not terribly soft, but they are dry. The hunters hang  more netting over you, possibly to keep out insects.

"We will go to the mountain tomorrow," Says Lum. "You will face your test there."
Anders Flown
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they know how to swim.
Sat 17 Feb 2018
at 06:13
  • msg #672

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders had been silent for most the day. The last fight had taken a lot out of him and he was glad of some peace when the chance come to get some rest he took it. Any questions he had were answered so he followed the hunters to their village in silence and again took the chance for some rest when it was offered.

-
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 58 posts
1 strain
Sat 17 Feb 2018
at 23:53
  • msg #673

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic for the time being is content to be quiet and follow along.  These folks seemed reasonable enough so far and had a code of honor. "At least we are safe apparently for now.  Hopefully we can make an ally tomorrow after whatever test they throw at us."   With that he looks for an open comfortable spot to lie down.
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Mon 19 Feb 2018
at 04:52
  • msg #674

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Before the light of dawn reaches through the trees and stones, the Aki-Varshi wake you up. "Time to move," one says in Geik.

You eat a few bites of the offered fruit and some of your rations. The Aki-Varshi give you back your weapons, and you spend a few minutes checking them. Then it's time to go.

You note that the hunters sent out before have not yet returned. Lum leads the way.

A short time later, you leave the forest and enter the open fields. In the distance, the mountain range is visible. At the peak of the nearest, largest one is the gleaming pyramid you saw from space.

Lum points at it. "We go to that mountain. Stay close."

The Aki-Varshi set the pace, and you struggle to keep up. They seem to take one step for every two of yours. They speak very little, offering the occasional bit of guidance or offering you some water.

You reach the border of a marshy area. The reeds and grass grow tall here, in water coming up to your knees. The Aki-Varshi seem to know paths through the water. They lead you a half-klick into the fens, and Lum calls a break.

The Aki-Varshi create a perimeter, allowing you to catch your breath and get a bite to eat. Then there is a loud rustling and the sounds of incautious footsteps through the marsh.

Two of the Aki-Varshi, the ones dispatched last night, enter the clearing. They are forced-marching a human male. He has white skin, close-cut brown hair, and has some bruising on his face. He is wearing a black bodyglove and some pieces of white Stormtrooper armour. His hands are bound behind his back. His expression is mixed fatigue and fury. The hunters bring him into the centre of the clearing, the driest part, and force him to his knees.

Lum gestures towards the man. "This is one of your enemies, correct? He will be your test. You will give him aid when he is in need." Lum says something in his language. One of the hunters draws an arrow to her bow and lets to fly. The arrow sticks into the Stormtroopers' abdomen with a thump. His expression changes from anger to shock.
Forim Luk
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Mon 19 Feb 2018
at 14:20
  • msg #675

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Almost without thinking Forim pulls out his blaster and points it at the one who shot the stormtrooper.  Flicking it to stun he says "Put the weapon down." as he stares un-flinching into its eyes, even as he breaths heavily from their hike.

If any others move he says "Weapons down.  You do NOT shoot prisoners.  Torture is NOT ok for some test.  If any more of this test has beings tortured, then we withdraw from the test."
The Force
GM, 1128 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 19 Feb 2018
at 15:18
  • msg #676

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The hunter lowers her bow and crouches down. If she's intimidated by the Blaster, it doesn't show.

Lum spreads his hands. "If you choose to Forfeit the test, that is your option. If you wish to take the test, I suggest you begin now."

The hunters stand idly, watching to see what you will do.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 59 posts
1 strain
Mon 19 Feb 2018
at 15:48
  • msg #677

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic springs to action and trys to treat the arrow wound. "I will see what I can do."

<ooc I have 1 rank in medicine so my check would be 2A1P.  Should I make a roll and what would be the difficulty if so?>
The Force
GM, 1129 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 19 Feb 2018
at 16:40
  • msg #678

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic quickly triages the wounded Stormtrooper and concludes that he is wound is critical, but he has at least a little while before he dies. He probably has internal bleeding, and some of his abdominal organs may be ruptured. In the best case scenario, he needs emergency surgery. In this environment, the best he can hope for is a Quick Stitch job and some infection preventing drugs.

Zeic is in the process of cutting away the Stormtroopers Body Glove when the trooper begins batting at him. Go back to the Imperial Soldier, even in his weakened state, is trying to fight off the alien touching him.

difficulty is 2C, with an additional 1d if you can't get him under control.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 213 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Mon 19 Feb 2018
at 17:01
  • msg #679

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo has first a reaction of loathing at the sight of the trooper, another thug, bully...   murderer.

But he is still unarmed and no threat, when the hunter shoots him, the Verpine is torn inside.

You can't...  you can't shoot prisoners like that...  otherwise you're just as bad as they are! Runs through his head.
As Zeic takes charge of saving the storm trooper, and Xyklo notices the struggle, he steps up.
"I got this Zeic,"

 Toggling his trusty APC to stun, he fires off at short range, staying the prisoners flailing in a flash of blue light.
Lastly he turns to scowl at the hunter. He didn't really understand the subtleties of this test, but shooting unarmed people just straight pissed the insectoid off.

OOC: Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 5 successes, 1 advantage, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 1D 1S.  True aimed stun shot.
2 strain.
12 stun damage, spending Triumph to stun him without aggravating the arrow wound.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 60 posts
1 strain
Mon 19 Feb 2018
at 19:42
  • msg #680

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic is frustrated at the seriousness of the would as he is not able to patch things up initially.  He quickly glares at the hunter who's arrow pierced the trooper.  I don't think it's our morality that is in question here.  Do you think yourselves gods?  It's ok for you to waste a life for your test but now it's up to us to prove ourselves in saving him."  Looking at the rest of the group he says, "I can keep trying of course but we could also consider trying to move him to where he will be found.  I am not sure how far we would have to take him so he might not survive that anyway.  Maybe we could leave a beacon or something here so they find him but then we would have to leave right away."  Zeic turns back to tending to the trooper while the others consider the options.
Anders Flown
player, 150 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 19 Feb 2018
at 20:10
  • msg #681

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders pulls something from one of his pouches, "I've got this if it helps." In his hand is his last stim pack. He had no medical training so stayed out of the way of those that did.

-
The Force
GM, 1130 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 21 Feb 2018
at 02:11
  • msg #682

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Lum tilts his head slightly, and purses his mouth.

"Your morality is definitely on trial here. You were the ones who called for a test of aid."

"You brought your war and destruction to our lands. Other Wardens would have slain you without question. You come uninvited to see our sacred tree. Should we not test those who seek to visit it?"

One of the Aki-Varshi says something in his language. Lum glances at him and shakes his head, then gives a brief response.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 61 posts
1 strain
Wed 21 Feb 2018
at 03:13
  • msg #683

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"So the answer is yes."  Zeic continues on with his attempts to save the trooper.
Forim Luk
GM, 812 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Fri 23 Feb 2018
at 16:16
  • msg #684

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says "Save him if you can, Xyklo you assist"

ooc: Roll with a boost.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 62 posts
1 strain
Fri 23 Feb 2018
at 17:41
  • msg #685

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

ooc I already rolled once...do I get another roll and what difficulty?
The Force
GM, 1131 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 23 Feb 2018
at 19:43
  • msg #686

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

oh I didn't see that. Let me roll again for you.

Xyklo, with the assistance of his fellow Rebels, manages to repair the Stormtroopers bleeding wound. He will probably be stable for some time now, at least until he can get to a proper operating room. By the time you are done, he is sleeping.

Lum nods in approval. " very good. You have passed your test. I will take you to the site of the beginning of your right of passage." He points to the two Hunters who brought in the Stormtrooper. " take him back to his friends," he says in Geik.
Anders Flown
player, 151 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 23 Feb 2018
at 21:04
  • msg #687

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 686):

"Do you have more of them in captivity ? Would it be possible to speak to them ?"
The Force
GM, 1132 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 23 Feb 2018
at 21:47
  • msg #688

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

" we took this one expressly for your test. Now we are returning him. If they continue to attack our lands, we may have to kill him all over again."
The Force
GM, 1133 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sun 25 Feb 2018
at 05:48
  • msg #689

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

After an uneasy walk through the fens, during which time you are assaulted by buzzing insects and startled by hopping amphibians, you find more solid ground.

The foothills of the mountain are difficult to traverse, in a different way. There is less risk of your foot suddenly sinking, but continually climbing gradually takes its toll on your muscles. After walking across wet ground, the dust and dirt forms thick mud on your boots and pants.

Eventually you arrive at the mountain proper, a vast collection of rocks thickly coated with moss and trees. You look upward at the shining pyramid above. "Not long now," advises Master Warden Lum.

True enough, as it turns out. He leads you to a cliff face, and at first you are dreading the necessity of climbing. However, Lum leads you up a ramp that is hard to see from a distance away. About ten meters up, he shows you a narrow crevice in the rock.

"This is your entrance, visitors," Lum says. "Through this passage, you will find your rites of passage. I take my leave of you now, but there will be other guides if you accomplish your tasks. Fare well." He offers a waterskin as a parting gift, then stands aside to let you enter the narrow hallway.
Anders Flown
player, 152 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 25 Feb 2018
at 06:18
  • msg #690

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders gives their guide a nod as he follows the other through the crevice.He can't help but keep an eye on the sky given their last run in with Imperial air assets.

-
Forim Luk
GM, 813 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Wed 28 Feb 2018
at 02:23
  • msg #691

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods to Lum and says "Thank you for your help" before getting a good look at the cave.

ooc: Perception to search for traps / other hidden things?
The Force
GM, 1134 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 28 Feb 2018
at 02:33
  • msg #692

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Yeah, no need.

The tunnel is narrow, but wide enough to walk down. It winds and rises as you move through the mountain. The floor is pressed dirt, flat and easy to walk on. The hardest part is avoiding walking into walls in the dark.

You're not sure how far it is precisely that you walk, as the winding tunnel makes it hard to track the straight-line progress. You are certainly on the path for a few hours. Eventually you reach a point where the tunnel changes.

The new tunnel is four meters across and two-and-a-half meters high. The floor is a well-tended hexagon-pattern of tiles. The walls are rectangular stone bricks, with arches every few meters to add strength to the tunnel.
Forim Luk
GM, 814 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Fri 2 Mar 2018
at 04:31
  • msg #693

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim activates his Glow Rod in order to provide light for the group in the dark tunnel.  He also ensures the group is taking a 15 minute rest for every 45 minutes of walking.  It does not help anyone to arrive quickly and tired.

Slowly working his Glow Rod over the floor, he looks for a pattern if some sort...
Anders Flown
player, 153 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 2 Mar 2018
at 04:44
  • msg #694

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Looking for potential hazards as he walks Anders tries to keep an eye on the time as they walk. "Well at least we probably won't run into any imperials along here." It was a good thought not to be hunted for a few hours.

-
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 63 posts
1 strain
Fri 2 Mar 2018
at 04:48
  • msg #695

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic nods in agreement to that sentiment.
The Force
GM, 1135 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Sat 3 Mar 2018
at 06:09
  • msg #696

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The tunnel curves gently as you move, but it is mainly straight. It is also mainly flat. This and the smooth, paved floor makes walking down the tunnel much easier than all the hiking you've done for the past few days. With the gentle, steady glow of the glowrod you find walking to be easy. Your feet and legs, as if grateful for the break, are picking this moment to account for all the hard work you've been putting them through.

By the chrono it is almost nightfall outdoors when you see the tunnel changing ahead. A bright glow, like sunlight, shines ahead. Any discussion of resting is tabled for the moment, driven aside by curiosity towards this new development. By all reckoning, you should be well underground.

You continue down the tunnel and see the last of the archways. This one opens into a room. Cautiously, you approach the doorway and peer inside. No immediate threats seem in evidence, so you conduct a further foray inside. To your best estimate, the room is safe.

The room is a fifty-meter square. The walls are worked stone, rather than the geometric patterns seen in the tunnel. The floors are simple stone cobbles, rather than the flat paving stones of the tunnel. None of them are the same, fit in where they can be rather than shaped to a specific size.

The centre of the room contains a stone pyramid of sorts. There are three tiers of stone, each about a meter high, connected by a staircase on each of the four sides. There is a line of blocks, each about half a meter high, creating a sort of wall on the edges of each tier.

On the third, highest tier is a small garden. A little patch of moist earth sits in the centre of the stone, in which three short trees grow. Each of the trees, about a meter in height, has a few leafy branches and appear to be growing healthily.

The light in the room is provided by what appear to be windows in the ceiling. At first you assume that these must be lamps of some sort, but the warmth and colour suggests that it is, somehow, true sunlight.

On each of the four walls of the chamber is a door. These doors are thick stone set into square doorways. As you are finishing surveying the room, they begin to make noise. You hear the stone doors rumble and grind.

Do something quickly before combat if you wish, such as getting into cover. Indicate where in the room you are beginning: East, West, North, or South; ground level, first tier, second tier, or third tier.
Then, roll Cool.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 64 posts
1 strain
Sat 3 Mar 2018
at 15:27
  • msg #697

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic takes cover in the tunnel in which everyone entered the room.

08:26, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled no successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a ((5(A), 8(A))).
This message was last edited by the player at 16:01, Sat 03 Mar 2018.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 214 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Sat 3 Mar 2018
at 17:45
  • msg #698

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Being a naturally curious sort, Xyklo immediately saunters forwards towards the pyramid. He had assumed of course that this area was safe, so when the doors started rumbling and moving it found him halfway up the stairs of the pyramid.
Fortunately his sniper reflexes kicked in and he dropped in behind the nearest stone block.
"Look out!" he chirped, though for what exactly, he could not say.

His rifle was ready, but the ammunition was running desperately low.

OOC: 17:31, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 1 success, 1 advantage, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 1A ((12(P), 5(A)
Anders Flown
player, 154 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 3 Mar 2018
at 20:29
  • msg #699

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders also retreats back into the mouth of the tunnel having unholstered his weapons. He watches and waits with his weapons low in the hope they will not be needed.

Anders Flown rolled 1 success using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2p.  Cool.

-
Forim Luk
GM, 815 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Tue 6 Mar 2018
at 00:05
  • msg #700

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim debates for a before runing back to the way the came to take cover there.  He does not want to use that beautiful structure as cover and risk it getting hit.

He draws his own weapon and when everyone has cover he shouts "We come seeking the tree of knowledge.  We mean no harm to those who mean us no harm"
The Force
GM, 1137 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Wed 7 Mar 2018
at 04:08
  • msg #701

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

With an ominous rumble and scraping of stone on stone, the four doors slide downward. The doorways reveal droids, of a model you have never seen before. Those of you with a classical education faintly recall certain history lessons. These droids have a passing resemblance to ancient droids from the Great Hyperspace Wars, thousands of years ago. They wear plated armour with sloping faces, like some ancient warrior ready for melee combat. The metallic material is gleaming, probably intended to deflect early energy weapons. Their crude sculpted faces are twisted into furious battle-rage. The droids have one weapon in either hand. On the right, they bear a kind of machete. On the left, their hand grips a crude-looking energy weapon.

The droids wait until the doors are open. As one, they look up towards the peak of the stone pyramid. They seem to fix their fixed gazes on the small trees. In near-unison, they step forward.

Initiative:
Xylko
Anders
Zeic
Forim
Ancient Droids

These droids are technically Rivals, so all combat checks are upgraded once. For example, melee attacks are 1d1c instead of 2d.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 216 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Thu 8 Mar 2018
at 00:25
  • msg #702

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

He didn’t have a classical education, but he did recognise superior tech droids when he saw it. Or he thought he did.
Damnit they were threatening, old or new.

Scrambling lower behind the block he was using as a shield he called out.
”Is this a fight Captain? Are they going to kill us?”

OOC:
08:20, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 2 successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4A 1D 1C.  Stealth, hiding behind the stone block
Any success and advantages used to make it as hard as possible for the droids to see or shoot me!
Anders Flown
player, 155 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 8 Mar 2018
at 01:02
  • msg #703

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders made a dash across the room and up the pyramid looking to make it to the tree. He still held a blaster in each hand should he be attacked and needed to reply in kind.

Anders Flown rolled 1 success, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2a 1d.  Athletics check.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 04:03, Sat 10 Mar 2018.
Forim Luk
GM, 816 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 9/14s stims:0
Sat 10 Mar 2018
at 03:57
  • msg #704

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Seeing Anders run to the top of the pyramid and the light shines on him like a angelic halo Forim sets his jaw and nods "Yes, this is a fight.  Protect those trees at all costs."

Taking actions to words, he lines up a shot and hits one straight in the chest.


Net: 13 damage, 3 strain
22:57, Today: Forim Luk rolled 5 successes, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A 1d 1c 2b.  Gold Plated Pistol  1 advantage.
This message was last edited by the GM at 04:00, Sat 10 Mar 2018.
B1-P3 'Roger'
Droid Pilot, 83 posts
Sun 11 Mar 2018
at 05:12
  • msg #705

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger, still near the tunnel entrance, moves closer to the lower edge of the central structure for cover. “Uh, stand down attack protocols... uh, initiate standby...  I don’t know if I can talk to these guys, they look pretty old.”


Initiative (Vigilance)- 01:02, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 1 success using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p ((2(P))).
Coercion - 01:11, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled no successes, 1 threat , 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a 1d 1c ((3(A), 4(D), 12(C))).


Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 66 posts
1 strain
Sun 11 Mar 2018
at 20:45
  • msg #706

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

A little conflicted since not all are firing, Zeic decides to squeeze off a shot (unless he can belay that based on whether or not 'B1-P3' can influence the droids to stand down) with his blaster carbine.

14:41, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 4 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1p 1d 1c.  Attack robot. total of 13 damage.
The Force
GM, 1138 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Mon 12 Mar 2018
at 03:31
  • msg #707

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo moves with cunning skill, avoiding any notice from the droids. It's hardly a contest. The droids seem single-minded in their stomping aggression, focused on their arboreal targets.

Roger observes the flip side of this as he demands their attention. His rapid communication in binary and Basic distracts them for not one cycle. Instead, he accidentally finds himself accessing his old programming. He begins marching in step with them, heading in a random direction and unable to stop.

(For the rest of the combat or until this is corrected, Roger must take 1 action to move per round)

Anders fairly leaps up the short pyramid, taking a strong stance against the incoming droids. He is more south than north, so he is best visible to the droids on the south, east, and west. These droids raise their laser pistols, and the barrels begin to glow.

Forim and Zeic begin firing. Zeic fires a single bolt that catches the southern one in the head. It twists, trying to stay on its feet. Then Forim shoots it in the chest. The droid catches fire briefly, then collapses in a limp heap.

The other droids pay no mind. They stomp forward slowly, reaching the base of the pyramid. The east and west droids pause to fire their pistols at Anders. One steps on a loose stone and stumbles, ending up face-down on the stairs. The laser bolt strikes Anders' left hand, forcing him to drop one of his pistols. The other droid manages to strike Anders' thigh, causing a painful burn.

The Force rolled 3 successes, 3 threats, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 2a 2d 1s
8 damage presoak

The Force rolled 1 success, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 2a 2d 1s  Ranged L.
6 Damage presoak
Anders Flown
player, 156 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 12 Mar 2018
at 04:31
  • msg #708

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


With a mouthful of dirt and gravel to muffle the scream as he is hit Anders replies in kind to the droids attack. Snapping off a shot at the droid that last connected with him as he continues to scramble to the trees at the top of the pyramid.

Two strain for additional maneuver.
Anders Flown rolled 6 successes, 1 triumph using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1c 2a 3p.  Attack.
13 damage pre-soak, triumph = upgrade difficulty for the Droids attacks.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:34, Mon 12 Mar 2018.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 67 posts
1 strain
Mon 12 Mar 2018
at 14:02
  • msg #709

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic's second shot strains him a bit as his next shot missed wide but does manage to reveal a slight weakness in the robot's position.

(Next person who wants to can add a boost die with the advantages)

07:53, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 1 failure, 3 advantages, 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1p 1d 1c.  Attack robot.
Forim Luk
GM, 817 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Thu 15 Mar 2018
at 00:03
  • msg #710

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim takes aim at the droid which is not being shot at, specifically aiming for the arm holding the machete.  Zeic's shot caused the droid to hesitate for a fraction of a second, but that pause left Forim with a stationary target.  He gently squeezed the trigger and hit dead on!  The droid's arm convulsed and it dropped the offending blade...


ooc: Net 10 damage, presoak, one droid drops its machete.
Pass a boost to the next person

19:58, Today: Forim Luk rolled 2 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3P 1A 4b 1d 1c.  Gold Plated Pistol  1 advantage.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 217 posts
ST 8/15, WT 6/12
Thu 15 Mar 2018
at 00:57
  • msg #711

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo sprayed a strafing array of blaster fire across the heads of the droids as they approached. Amazingly he missed them all, though it had to be said, it would be difficult for the automated beings to see through the Verpines dazzling display.

OOC: I got 8 advantages!...
6 to upgrade the difficulty of their attacks twice.
2 to add a setback as well.
We shall call this a bedazzling! :)
The Force
GM, 1139 posts
Binds all life together
May the Force be with you
Fri 16 Mar 2018
at 03:18
  • msg #712

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Anders blasts one droid, damaging it. These old droids are made of sturdy stuff, and it keeps on moving despite a great crater in its torso. The droid attempts to aim its laser weapon at him, despite having lost some of its gears in the blast. The ancient laser weapon seems to be out of alignment after the attack and the impact with the ground. The laser cannon gives off a shriek as energy builds but does not discharge correctly. The barrel turns red-hot and it gives off smoke, but no blast emerges. The droid rises from the ground, now armed only with its machete.

The Force rolled no successes, 1 advantage, 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 2a 1d 1c 1s.  droid attack Anders.

The other two droids remaining in the battle endure counter-attacks as well. They march up the pyramid, attempting to reach their targets. Zeic and Forim work together to damage one, blasting off its arm.

The droids' ancient optics are too simple to handle the impromptu flash attack. They struggle to fire accurately.

The one already partially disarmed suffers a fatal misfire of its weapon; now it is unarmed. The other is apparently determined to end Xyklo. It climbs up onto one of the battlements, giving it a good angle on the verpine sharpshooter. This makes it an excellent target. It does hit Xyklo with a laser beam, causing a painful burn.

23:15, Today: The Force rolled 3 successes, 3 threats using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 2a 2c 1s.  blast xyklo.
8 pre-soak.
Upgrade all attacks against this droid.
23:15, Today: The Force rolled no successes, 1 advantage, 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1p 2a 2c 1s.  blast forim.

The droids, at least some of them, have made it to the second level of the pyramid.
Anders Flown
player, 157 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 16 Mar 2018
at 03:28
  • msg #713

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders continues to scramble up the pyramid to the top and the trees that are there. He looks back at the droid that is now disarmed and fires again towards it. His shot going wild Anders keeps climbing to the top of the structure.



Anders Flown rolled no successes, 5 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1d 1c 2a 3p.  Attack.
2 advantages for second maneuver
3 advantages +1 defense.


Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 218 posts
ST 8/15, WT 5/12
Fri 16 Mar 2018
at 06:01
  • msg #714

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The shot wings him, and the Verpine squeals in pain. Antenna flattened angrily, his eyes flash back to the droid. With practiced training he slaps the cool gel of a stimpack over the burning wound, and brings the rifle to bear.
Snapping off a string of shots at the droid, now the sniper is looking to hunt his target.

The shots strafe along the mechanical automaton, burning it right back.

Xyklo chirps away in Verpine, satisfaction evidently presented itself.

OOC: Manv to stim, 2st Manv to aim. Action shot. 13:56, Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 4 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4P 1A 1B 1C 2D ((4(P), 10(P), 7(P), 2(P), 5(A), 4(B), 3(C), 5(D), 5(D))).
14 Damage.
2 adv trigger auto fire, second 14 damage same target if required.
1 adv recover 1st.
Forim Luk
GM, 818 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Fri 16 Mar 2018
at 10:57
  • msg #715

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim lines up a shot on the stumbling droid and hits it in the left hip.  It causes the thing to sway, and perhaps topple...


ooc: 14 damage + crit of 40 (dont have the book to look that up)
06:53, Today: Forim Luk rolled 4 successes, 2 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 4p 2b 1d 1c.  Gold Plated Pistol  1 advantage.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 68 posts
1 strain
Fri 16 Mar 2018
at 19:23
  • msg #716

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic fires again at the armless droid putting a hole in the middle and hopefully finally stopping it.


11 damage before soak - pass advantages forward.
13:17, Today: Zeic Plirr rolled 2 successes, 3 advantages, 1 despair using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 3a 1p 1b 1d 1c.  attack on robot.
The Force
GM, 1140 posts
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Fri 16 Mar 2018
at 21:06
  • msg #717

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Finally, the Rebels' counterfire finishes the job. The droids are blasted, torn to pieces by high energy fire. These ancient battle droids might have been able to resist the lasers of their day, but modern blasters -- wielded with skill -- have ended the battle. Their smoking ruins lie scattered around the arena. The small trees continue to sit, content in their simple environment. Eventually someone grabs Roger and forces him to stop marching.

A quick search of the doorways through which the battle droids emerged doesn't take long. Behind each door is a kind of pod, partially filled with preservative fluid. These must have been where the droids were kept during the years between their construction and their last fateful fielding. Behind the east, west, and south doors there is only a small room. Behind the North door is a short hallway, leading to a metal door.
Forim Luk
GM, 819 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Fri 16 Mar 2018
at 22:46
  • msg #718

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim checks out the plants and tries to see how the sunlight gets down here. He pours a bit of his canteen on each of the roots before moving to the hallway.

"Anyone see anything dangerous" he asks wearly.
Anders Flown
player, 158 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Fri 16 Mar 2018
at 23:12
  • msg #719

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 718):

Anders watches as the last droid falls to his team mates laser fire. His plan now not needed he makes his way to the trees as well to have a look. Once satisfied he has gathered all he can from the small garden he follows Forim to the metal door.

-
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 219 posts
ST 7/15, WT 5/12
Sat 17 Mar 2018
at 00:52
  • msg #720

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo takes a quick look for fruit on the trees. It’s not like he would steal it, but they did just save the trees so...  tasty fruit would be nice right now.

Then he sees the others moving north and scampers after them in a clatter of guns.
The Force
GM, 1141 posts
Binds all life together
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Sat 17 Mar 2018
at 12:54
  • msg #721

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The door is made of metal, but it is not reinforced or locked. It is a very straightforward process to open it. Apparently, you only press one of the two buttons to open it.

if you want to check for traps or something, 2D
Forim Luk
GM, 820 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Sat 17 Mar 2018
at 14:00
  • msg #722

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Seems too easy..." Forim says as he examines the door and frame.



10:00, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 success, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 1A 2d.  Rolling Perception.
The Force
GM, 1142 posts
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Sat 17 Mar 2018
at 17:07
  • msg #723

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

For all Forim can tell, even with assistance, the door is a straightforward entry point. Doubting his own senses, Forim presses the button. The door slides open.

You enter a cavernous hall. The ceiling is about thirty feet high, made of smooth rock. There are regularly spaced "windows" that seem to let in sunlight, just as the ones in the arboretum  room did.

The floor is smooth and flat. It appears to be stone as well, but is worked to almost mathematical perfection. There is not a grain of sand or dust. It gleams, and is a little slippery to walk on.

The hall is about ten meters across, and about two hundred meters long. At the far end, you can see a large, round metal door.

About halfway across the hall is a pit. It is a deep pit, dropping down into the darkness below. You can distantly see the bottom. The pit spans the entire width of the hall. It is about four meters across.
Forim Luk
GM, 821 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Mon 19 Mar 2018
at 15:29
  • msg #724

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim looks at the challenge and half chuckles in frustration.  "Running and Jumping individually is out of the question, some of us wouldnt make it, and the slippery floor will cause other issues.  I have some synthrope though, so we might be able to have one person jump across... if that is the only challenge in this room."

Forim looks for two things.
1. Something to wrap the rope around to give some leverage incase someone falls.
2. Something that he can throw down the cavern / over the cavern to see if there is more to this challenge then meets the eye.  Even some dust from the previous room to see if there is some camouflaged thing in the room.

ooc: Only in the leap from the lion's head will he prove his worth.
The Force
GM, 1143 posts
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Mon 19 Mar 2018
at 23:03
  • msg #725

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim initially finds little that would serve as an anchor, but an idea occurs. If you wedge the rope into the door you just passed through, it might be a secure position. That would be especially true if you could make the other end of the rope too large to easily fit through a crack in the door.

Forim finds a rock and brings it back into this room. He stands over the edge and drops it. The entire team of Rebels watch the rock fall down into the pit. It tumbles for some time, eventually hitting the rock floor far below.
Anders Flown
player, 159 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Mon 19 Mar 2018
at 23:34
  • msg #726

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Well if you fall that's it I would think." Anders looks to the other side of the pit before helping with the preparations using the rope. Anders makes a large knot in the end so the door can hold the rope while someone makes the first jump.

OOC: What is the difficulty for making the first jump ?

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The Force
GM, 1144 posts
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Mon 19 Mar 2018
at 23:59
  • msg #727

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Anders sizes up the length and estimates the distance to the far wall would make for a Daunting jump. At least there is plenty of floor space beforehand to get a good run, and if you can manage it you might be able to grab the wall on your way down.

It does seem like you only get one chance, though.

4D Athletics check, 1B for running start.
Anders Flown
player, 160 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Tue 20 Mar 2018
at 00:11
  • msg #728

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Anyone done this sort of thing before ?"

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Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 220 posts
ST 7/15, WT 5/12
Tue 20 Mar 2018
at 00:42
  • msg #729

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

“Not that far...

But I’ll give it a try if you think it’ll work Captain?” Xyklo mumbles.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 69 posts
1 strain
Tue 20 Mar 2018
at 03:36
  • msg #730

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic looks over the distance.  "I wish I had some rope but alas, I don't.  Anyone small enough to be thrown over? eh, never mind, that's just me just thinking out loud."
Forim Luk
GM, 822 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Fri 23 Mar 2018
at 19:15
  • msg #731

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "Excellent.  Anders you are the anchor.  Zeic and I will act as a spring board.  Xyklo runs and steps into our joined hands, and we launch you into the air as hard as we can.  That should give you some more height to make the jump."

ooc: Another boost?  or downgraded difficulty?  lol
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 222 posts
ST 7/15, WT 5/12
Sat 24 Mar 2018
at 17:01
  • msg #732

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo backed up nervously. In all honesty he wasn't really too happy about this. He was pretty agile, and Verpine were a springy species. He'd always looked at the Geonosians as slightly awkward insectoids, but he'd give a fair bit fir those wings right now.
In any case, Forim had asked him to, and he wasn't letting the Capta... Flight Officer! He wasn't letting the Flight Officer down.

With the rope secured, and one of the rifles left to be ferried over, Xyklo took off. He hit the ground off his left boot, right boot smoothly into the launch board provided by Zeic and Forim, and propelled himself through the air. Arms windmilling he enjoyed a momentary sense of pure joy of flight.
He landed in a crouch on the other side, perfectly.

Turning to face the others he was a little short for words, and just stood there waggling his antenna.

OOC: Today: Xyklo Voozul rolled 2 successes, 3 advantages using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2P 1A 2B 4D ((10(P), 8(P), 4(A), 3(B), 5(B), 6(D), 6(D), 3(D), 1(D))).
Sorry guys, I usually ask before flipping a Destiny point, but this seemed like a group win as well as a me death scenario, so I went ahead and did it ;)
The Force
GM, 1147 posts
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Sat 24 Mar 2018
at 17:18
  • msg #733

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Wow, excellent! Was not expecting you to succeed!

Xyklo feels charged and energized by his success. The relief of surviving has his body's fight-or-flight hormones in full flux, now being overrun by his pleasure & relief hormones.

Using the synthrope, Xyklo is able to create a firm tightrope for everyone to hang on. Now getting across should be a simple matter of hanging and shimmying.

Athletics 2D 1B
Re-flipping your Destiny point as a reward for courage
Anders Flown
player, 161 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 24 Mar 2018
at 20:11
  • msg #734

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders let the others go over first as he held the rope and made sure the door stayed firm. Then it was his turn and he approached the rope and began to climb over the gap.

Anders Flown rolled no successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 2D 1B 2A.


-
The Force
GM, 1149 posts
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Sat 24 Mar 2018
at 20:19
  • msg #735

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Anders holds firm, but suddenly the rope goes limp. The knot tied behind the door at the far side comes loose. Frantically, you attempt to hold him up by pulling the rope at both ends, and he clings on tight for dear life. He sinks into the crevice, about two meters below the lip, before you arrest his fall. He bobs at the bottom like a pendulum in the middle of the line. Then he hits something.

Abruptly the tension in the line changes as Anders hits something solid in the middle of the crevice. A firm surface, invisible to the eye, is directly beneath his back. He feels it gingerly. It feels chill and hard, like transparasteel, but so clear as to be invisible.
Anders Flown
player, 162 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 24 Mar 2018
at 20:32
  • msg #736

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 735):

As he began to fall Anders felt all his breath leave his body in a long stream as he clinched his bowels and held on. Once he had stropped moving he opens and eye and runs his hand over whatever is down there with him.

"I've got something down here... its solid... give me a minute."

He sees if he is able to climb on top, was it some sort of walkway ?


-
Forim Luk
GM, 823 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Sat 24 Mar 2018
at 20:41
  • msg #737

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim helped launch the Verpine high into the air and looks at the trajectory.  Forim is smiling long before Xykol hits the ground on the other side.  Spending most of your life in flight gave you a good grasp of ballistic mechanics.

As the group makes their way across, they all brace for Anders' more dangerous trek across the gap.  Forim's heart sinks almost as fast as Anders does and he grips on the line as hard as he can ready for the Jerk.

As the tension changes once more Forim is more confused then anything but when he hears the voice he sighs in relief.  "Make sure you are secured to the rope first" Forim shouts and then says "But have a good look."

ooc: I totes called it!  Did anyone get my reference ;)
The Force
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Sat 24 Mar 2018
at 21:03
  • msg #738

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Anders carefully examines the invisible floor beneath him. He gingerly steps around, feeling for everything that might be under his toes before he places his weight down. It seems that about 2 m beneath the crevice, the invisible floor covers the entire width of the canyon. However, it does not exist the first meter or so after the first side of the canyon. When Forim checked with a dropped Stone, it's simply fell through the small Gap. However, it would not take a very long leap to land safely on the solid surface.

Once all the rebels are across, you check the far door. It is a much sturdier edifice than the one you initially pass through to get into this room. It is large and round. Beside it is an old-fashioned mechanical keypad. On it are a series of numbers in Base 10.

Unlike the worked Natural Stone of the walls, this wall is flat and nearly as smooth as the floor is. However, it is not featureless. There are hundreds and hundreds of symbols stretching all across the wall. They surround the door frame and the keypad, and seem to go from ceiling to floor, wall to wall. There are only two symbols, repeated apparently without any sort of pattern:

"I" and "O."
Forim Luk
GM, 825 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Sat 24 Mar 2018
at 21:10
  • msg #739

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim says with a smile "Input and Output?" to the group.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 70 posts
1 strain
Sun 25 Mar 2018
at 03:05
  • msg #740

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic shrugs.  "Darned if I know. It's as good a guess as any."
Anders Flown
player, 164 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Wed 28 Mar 2018
at 02:16
  • msg #741

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Mmmm... Binary of some form ? Sorry that is about all I can offer, really not my thing." Anders draws closer to the door to inspect one of the symbols looking to see if they light up or anything else.

-
This message was last edited by the player at 03:57, Wed 28 Mar 2018.
Forim Luk
GM, 826 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Wed 28 Mar 2018
at 03:47
  • msg #742

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Does it make any sense to you Roger?
This message was last edited by the GM at 17:24, Thu 29 Mar 2018.
The Force
GM, 1152 posts
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Thu 29 Mar 2018
at 13:02
  • msg #743

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Roger begins reading at the top and right corner. He concludes that it is indeed some sort of binary code. After scanning the entire wall, he decodes it. This process only takes a few minutes, compared to the hours or days it might take an organic.

Once Roger is finished deducing the code he concludes it is a math problem. It is a parabolic equation, for which the 'y' variable is missing.
Forim Luk
GM, 827 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Thu 29 Mar 2018
at 17:25
  • msg #744

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Well, lets solve this...

ooc: skill / difficulty?
The Force
GM, 1153 posts
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Thu 29 Mar 2018
at 18:54
  • msg #745

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Once you have worked out what the equation is, actually solving it is a simple matter of entry into your datapad computers. The answer is 132.
Anders Flown
player, 165 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Thu 29 Mar 2018
at 19:46
  • msg #746

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

In reply to The Force (msg # 745):

"Binary a... see not just a pretty face." Anders raises his hands and makes them into guns "P Hew, Phew....phew. Right lets get this thing open and see what on the other side shall we ?"


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This message was last edited by the player at 03:40, Fri 30 Mar 2018.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 71 posts
1 strain
Fri 30 Mar 2018
at 03:36
  • msg #747

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"Hmmm, well, there are 10 kinds of people in the world.  Those who understand binary and those who don't." Zeic shakes his head and muses, "Not sure where I heard that."
Forim Luk
GM, 828 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Fri 30 Mar 2018
at 20:58
  • msg #748

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim types 132 on the keypad.
The Force
GM, 1154 posts
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Fri 30 Mar 2018
at 23:31
  • msg #749

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Distantly, on the far side of the door, an alarm sounds. With a hiss and a loud rumble, the door begins to open. It withdraws, then rotates to the side. As the gap clears, the sound becomes louder. You peer into the bright light beyond the door. It reveals a hallway, about fifty meters long, lit by sunlight. At the far end, you see another pair of metal doors. You are about to curse the discovery of yet another obstacle in the form of a metal door when they open up. The two doors slide open to reveal a humanoid person. He has purple skin, similar to The Hunters you met before. He is wearing a suit of robes. Hands tucked in voluminous sleeves, he begins to walk down the hallway towards you. He is smiling.
Forim Luk
GM, 829 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Sat 31 Mar 2018
at 16:23
  • msg #750

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim takes a defensive pose and looks around for signs that something is not as it seems...  That has happened too many times.
Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 72 posts
1 strain
Sat 31 Mar 2018
at 18:22
  • msg #751

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic remains wary but does try to smile back and doesn't do anything that would appear threatening.
The Force
GM, 1155 posts
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Sat 31 Mar 2018
at 18:49
  • msg #752

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The man walks all the way up to you. You watch him for anything aggressive, and momentarily prepare yourselves when he draws out his hands. He is empty-handed though, and gives a little wave. He stops on the other side of the round door you just opened, and beckons you. He says something in a foreign language; it sounds a bit like the language the Aki-Varshi were using. Then he steps backwards a few more paces, points back towards the door he came through, then beckons again.
Anders Flown
player, 166 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sat 31 Mar 2018
at 19:38
  • msg #753

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


"Ah hell looks like he wants to make friends." Anders crosses the threshold and follows the man on the other side.

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Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 73 posts
1 strain
Sat 31 Mar 2018
at 22:11
  • msg #754

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

"If they meant us harm I guess they would have done it already." Zeic shrugs and moves in the direction of the beckoning.
Forim Luk
GM, 830 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Sun 1 Apr 2018
at 14:52
  • msg #755

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim nods and says "Looks like it." as he sheaths his blaster and follows the lizard.
The Force
GM, 1156 posts
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Sun 1 Apr 2018
at 17:27
  • msg #756

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

The man beams as he leads you down the hall into the room he just left. It looks like a turbolift once you are inside it. It is a small room with a single door and nothing else besides a lever and a crank. Once you are inside, he turns the crank and causes the door to slide closed. Then he pulls the lever. There is a rumbling and then with a start the room begins to rise up. Most turbo lifts are impossible to tell that they are moving except for the sensation of rising or falling and a quiet hum. This lift is much louder, and is shaking as it rises. Your host does not appear concerned.

The man in robes reaches into his sleeves and pulls out a bundle of cloth. He takes from the bundle a long, narrow strip of thin cloth. He hands one to Anders, and then another to each one of you. He pauses briefly as he looks at Roger, then hands a strip to him as well. He keeps one for himself and then ties it to his head over his eyes like a blindfold. The cloth is thin, and you can still see his eyes through it. He makes a gesture with his hands as though raising another cloth to his face and says something to you.
This message was last edited by the GM at 00:27, Mon 02 Apr 2018.
Anders Flown
player, 167 posts
I can't drown my demons
they know how to swim.
Sun 1 Apr 2018
at 18:34
  • msg #757

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates


Anders does as is instructed and places the cloth over his eyes. He could not shake the feeling he was going to an execution...

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Zeic Plirr
Sullustian Commando, 74 posts
1 strain
Sun 1 Apr 2018
at 18:37
  • msg #758

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Zeic puts on the blindfold as well.
Xyklo Voozul
Verpine Soldier, 224 posts
ST 7/15, WT 5/12
Tue 3 Apr 2018
at 14:17
  • msg #759

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Xyklo stuck closer to Forim than was strictly necessary. He was mostly lost here and trusted completely to his leaders decision making process, just happy no one had perished.
At the introduction of a blindfold he glanced again at the Duros, with his approval Xyklo also wore a blindfold over his large compound eyes.
Forim Luk
GM, 831 posts
Flight Officer
12/12w 10/14s stims:0
Wed 4 Apr 2018
at 00:52
  • msg #760

Re: M4 WG: Harsh Climates

Forim had no idea what he was doing.  His decision making process was haphazard at best.  But at least no one had died under his watch.

Forim places the blindfold, nodding at the insectoid as he does so.

ooc: I couldnt resist!
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