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Log 01

<OOC> Lucky says, "i'll set the scene then"
<OOC> You say, "Titled the log file "DnD Heroes Guild""
<OOC> Joe shrugs, "It was the out of nowhere rules, sense of scaleness that was the prime thing.  Blake and myself OOC had little issues with the 'dont be a dick' aspects.  which would likely remain with our prefered style of 'unaligned'."
<OOC> Terdisas flips the name switch
The City of Unity is the capitol of the Kingdom of Grayhawk.  While the population is predominately human, nearly every race under the sun can be found somewhere within the city.  Detailed laws exist, but few pay much attention to them because most are there for show.  What matters is the law of the streets.  For example, 'no mugging people in the mob controlled part of town or they'll ruin your day.'
<OOC> You say, "I'mma take this chance to try out a character idea I've had for some time now. And if you are curious, look up "Honey" in the Character Details section of Mittens Dungeon."
Not far from the central gate of the city is an old 3-story building that's always bustling with activity.  It's what's been nick-named 'The Hero's Guild' because people in need of help often find it there.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Koala of mc awesome?"
<OOC> You say, "Nope. Different Honey, but I'm glad you remembered her too"
<OOC> You say, "human sorcerer"
<OOC> You say, "Again, look her up in Character Details"
<OOC> Terdisas shall once he poses
The first floor is a meeting place and dining hall of sorts with a huge fireplace and a well stocked bar and kitchen.  This is where most of the activity is.  There's a huge bulletin board covered with requests and wanted posters where adventurers look for starting points to ply their courage for fortune, justice, or both.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "well, after lucky makes setting bits done, duh. im smart. checking now"
Terdisas pages, "Cant. Honey is still a blank click." to you.
You page, "S'why I said "character details", not "the cast"" to Terdisas.
The second floor has office space, private meeting rooms, a store for heroic level magic items, and a small library.  The third floor is mostly just bedrooms for people who just need a place to rest.
Terdisas pages, "oh, right. I keep forgetting that with GM tag I can look up other peoples" to you.
Lucky is sitting at one of the tables enjoying breakfast and watching the entertainment.  Which today includes a novice minstrel who can't seem to hold a tune.
Terdisas is technically in need of help.  Though in this case, 'help' is 'fast job pickup for someone Arcanely versed enough to blow things up but not learned enough to make a more peaceful business'.  He is considering the board with a sparrow upon a shoulder.  "Chirp, how come nobody offers exorbitant rewards to saving kittens in trees anymore?"  "Because they may have purchased ladders for cheaper cost by now."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "and now, Tim after me = Lucky after Tim ;D"
A young lady who could be in her late teens if not early 20's enters the guild. She has short, red hair, blue eyes and a pretty robe of blue colors with gold highlights and her blouse has literally a sunset(sunrise?) on it that fades into a stary sky when it reaches her shoulders. She has lots (not overdone) of jewelry on her, 3 necklaces, several bracelets and rings, a few jewels hanging from her hair and ears, and even some thin golden chains dangling from her belt. The girl has a pleasant smile and goes to find a seat at the bar to order some food.
Kalinka has connected.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "You guys been here for an hour already?"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Usually you don't come on tl later."
<OOC> You say, "yup"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "and till like 5 minutes ago, its been pretty much converstion.  Hi theres."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "So what's being planned?"
Lucky takes note of the pretty lady and the interesting guy with talking bird.  "How much would you charge for saving a kitten?" Lucky asks the guy casually.  If the pretty lady should look his way, he would smile and wave her over.
<OOC> Lucky says, "rp"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Yes, how unexpected!"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "So what's the scene?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "heroes guild in the unaligned city of unity.  first floor, set up like a bar.  fireplace, tables, bar, and a bulletin board full of quests and wanted posters.  everyone is level 1"
<OOC> Lucky says, "D&D."
Terdisas's Azure blue 'discount nobility' clothing seems downright sedate compared so such accessorizing.  If you don't want to outright say the young girl may actually be dressed better.  "I can not honestly say, for I have never owned a kitten.  Though I have noticed notes regarding such things in the past to offer surprising amounts."  What's the DnD cash equivalent of 50 to 200 bucks again?
<OOC> You say, "5 to 20 gold I think?"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Copper is like a dollar these days and silver is like 10 bucks and a gold piece is like 50 to 100"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Probably more like 50"
The young sorceress looks at Lucky and backs up her head a little, eyebrows raising and eyes becoming saucers, though her shock turns to a smile as he mentions kitten saving. "Do you need rescuing?" she asks Lucky, simultaneously avoiding answering the question.
<OOC> You say, "In DnD, it converts to 10 copper = 1 silver. 10 silver = 1 gold. 100 gold = 1 platinum"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "common meal is 2 silver.  Im imagining a 20 dollar mcdonals value meal now XD"
<OOC> You say, "hence my saying 5 to 20 gold = 50 to 200 dollars"
<OOC> You say, "silver seems to be the "dollar" of DnD 4th edition"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "I guess they changed it from 2nd edition."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Used to be 500 = 1 Platinum"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Copper that is."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "eh, trying to make sense of DnD Economy is an act of futility anyways."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Good point"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "At least they got rid of Electrum Pieces :D"
<OOC> You say, "But they have Astral Diamonds"
Lucky chuckles at the question from the pretty lady.  "I'm safe at the moment, but thanks for asking," he says, "My name is Lucky.  I'm a cleric of Avandra.  Care to join me?"  He gestures at the chairs at his table and glances at all three present.  Yes, even the talking bird.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "But they only exsist on a higher plane."
<OOC> Terdisas 's final comment on the matter before he stops aiding this derail. "Level 2 magic item, 520 GP.  Silvering your weapon, 500 GP... and Lycanthropes in 4th ed only lose regen for a single turn if hit with silver. Silvered does nothing else to anything in 4th ed..... wut."
<OOC> Lucky would rather values be kept vague for the rp.
<OOC> Terdisas approves.
<OOC> Lucky says, "the way you handled lucky's question was perfect."
Terdisas smiles, commenting "A good question, though it is fortunate you are not in need of rescue.  The board isn't going anywhere and it does sound like a more pleasant option, thank you for the invitation.  I am Terdisas."  This said as he goes to take the offered seat.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "So what'd you think of that song I sent, Tim?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "rl bit"
<OOC> You say, "It's very happenin'. :)"
The girl goes to sit in the other seat. "Cleric of Avandra, bless our path that we may travel safely and make the goddess smile." she requests. "My name is Honey. I was gifted by Corellon with magic that flows from within."
<OOC> Kalinka grins.
<OOC> You say, "Might have Chris download it if I can't find it somewhere"
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Lucky smiles in return.  "A pleasure to meet you both," he says, "The way you two don't give me 'oh my gosh, a werewolf!' glares is very refreshing.  I'd be happy to pray for your good fortune.  You both are very pleasant to look upon.  That is to say, well dressed.  But if I may ask... do you have an aversion to the term 'sorcerer,' Honey?"
Raikoo has connected.
<OOC> Terdisas waves
<OOC> Lucky waves
<OOC> Raikoo waves, in reverse.
Terdisas says "Well said Honey, you seem to have a natural gift with words that I alas feel the need to work towards to come only close.  As for fear of lycanthropes, of course you are not worth such an outburst Lucky."   "Because you're a cat, duh. tweet."  Terdisas facepalms.  "There is that, yes.  But your heritage is not a guarantee of maliciousness."  He considers Lucky's question to Honey, but adds his own comments to the subject.  "While I have no personal aversion to the term, it is one with less unfortunate implied meaning than others who work with the Arcane."  Warlock with fireballs? EVIL! KEEL HEEEM.
<OOC> .eserever ni ,sevaw ylurt ytrebiL
Raikoo has disconnected.
Kyokuu has connected.
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Shinies!  :D"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Oh hi bird lady"
<OOC> You say, "Yes. Lemme page you the opening pose for Honey"
<OOC> Kyokuu is the best candicate for 'First Person K-Oed upon discovering the dragon's secret hoarde of gold and treasure.'  'Dragon?  what dragon?  They just be biiig lizards is all.  Oh look, shiiiiiiiinies....
You page, "A young lady who could be in her late teens if not early 20's enters the guild. She has short, red hair, blue eyes and a pretty robe of blue colors with gold highlights and her blouse has literally a sunset(sunrise?) on it that fades into a stary sky when it reaches her shoulders. She has lots (not overdone) of jewelry on her, 3 necklaces, several bracelets and rings, a few jewels hanging from her hair and ears, and even some thin golden chains dangling from her belt. The girl has a pleasant smile and goes to find a seat at the bar to order some food." to Kyokuu.
Kyokuu pages, "She's a walking harpy magnet.. o.o" to you.
You page, "yup" to Kyokuu.
Honey nods and says, "It's more that you are here at all, deep in the city. I was startled to see you, yes, but quickly realized you would be dead if you were really all that dangerous to be around. If not by the lawmen, then by the powers of the street..." she asks the waiter for a plate of shrimp. She likes shrimp. And to drink, she has lemonade. And a water.
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Hmm so Guild bar open to all or is there anti-harpy security guarging the city/town/whereever this place is?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "please hold while tim continues his pose"
<OOC> You say, "continuing pose"
<OOC> Lucky says, "will PM replly, koo"
Honey answers Lucky, "Aversion? It's not that. I just... as a little girl, I always associated the term "sorcerer" with anyone who does magic. But what makes you think I'm that and not, say, a warlock or wizard?" she pulls out a book called "Jynxy's book of wizardry stuff".
<OOC> Kyokuu starts writing  pose.  Chirp!
<OOC> Terdisas diving incercepts to save Chris's 'poses after Tim' spot, Sloooooow moooootioooono noooooooooo"
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "That's fine I'll prolly need a little bit to finish the pose anyway. :P"
Lucky nods.  "Good points," he says before answering Honey, "'Gifted with magic that flows from within,' was my clue.  So it's too general a term for you, huh?  Makes sense.  Saying 'cleric' could mean 'blast things with holy light from a distance,' or it could mean, 'smash thing with a mace,' or it could mean 'not fight at all and just give sermons.'  Currently, I'm of the 'smash bad-guys' variety with aspirations of working toward sermons.  May I ask what specifically it is you two do?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "tyvm, terdisas"
<OOC> Terdisas thumbs up.  "I'll let Kyokuu pose in next if they want.  unless they got a chunk of time to still type."
<OOC> Kyokuu shall be doone soon~
Kyokuu enters the guild place because she was told there was good food to be had for the price of a few shinies.  She walks in, albiet a bit akwardly as bird-ish legs do.  She's actually clothed!  Dark green, light flowing silk style fabric wraps around her seeming kept from falling into innapropriate status with a red sash belt.  Hanging from the sash are a few pouches design for her to take out, or put in shinies with her wing arms.  Don't ask how that works.. she's ana dorable harpy, what more do you want?  She chirps softly, "Things I do for civ al iz a shun.."  She blinks and looks around, practically homing in on Honey, "Shinies!!"  She chirps out as she starts rushing over at her with a wide smile.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "what more do I want? how about five dollars and a candy bar?"
Terdisas nods, "As Lucky says, only the wording gave a closer indication of Sorcery than other manifestations.  I do agree that unless you have read up on or have personal experience, the term 'sorcerer' would have no different meaning than Wizard or Warlock.  And Corellon is indeed one of the more common patrons of Warlocks."  he shrugs, "Semantics aside, I am indeed a Sorcerer.  Depending upon one's viewpoint I am either one that poses less risk to the innocent, or one weaker than most."   "Chirp.  He means he doesn't cause indiscriminate devastation,  and has little baby attacks."  "..."  Terdisas's reply to his Familiar is sidelines when Kyokuu makes her approach.  "Well, hello there.  I see you have one of the more common fascinations." Also known as 'ooho shiny!' syndrome.
Terdisas pages, "Matt post made" to you and Lucky.
You page, "Saw it. :) D'aww factor is go!" to Terdisas.
<OOC> You say, "ADOS: Attention Defici- Ooo! Shiney!"
Honey says, "I... derrive my power from the cycles of the cosmos and am working on honing my skill with study. I hear a lot of wizards hold anymosity towards people like myself and Terdisas because of jealousy. They study hard for years to do what comes naturally for people like us. So I decided I would study like they do... I am finding they have less to be jealous of than they think. Their studies are-" she then sees a Harpy inbound and squeaks as she backs her head up like she did when she first saw Lucky. "Omigosh!" she says without sounding valley-girlish somehow. She holds her arms up over her head defensively.
Logfile from A Struggle for Hope - Liberty.

Lucky has reconnected.
Kalinka has reconnected.
Kalinka has dropped a connection.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Grr"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb. everyone got blarged."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "It happend on several MUCKs"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "oh my,"
Lucky nods at the answers given.  When the harpy interrupts, he chuckles and smiles because reading her happy body language tells him that she doesn't mean any harm.  He doesn't happen to have shinies to compare to Honey's so he doesn't try a visual diversion.  Instead he just mentions, "Hello there, Miss.  You sure look happy."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Screw you Comcast/Charter/Alelphia and whatever alias you hide under!"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "well, im verizon now.  (used to be comcast). but harsh that it was multi muck.  I thought it was here specific cause one I go to but havent logged in to today worked"
Kyokuu has connected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb."
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Yay it's back!"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah. everybody got the Muck failz.  Repose for the harpy Chris?"
Lucky nods at the answers given.  When the harpy interrupts, he chuckles and smiles because reading her happy body language tells him that she doesn't mean any harm.  He doesn't happen to have shinies to compare to Honey's so he doesn't try a visual diversion.  Instead he just mentions, "Hello there, Miss.  You sure look happy."
Kyokuu cooos and chirps happily as she seems to forget the importance of personal boundries, "So many shinies..."  She says as she leans in close to Honey.  "You have soooo many.  They all look pretty too!"  After some chirpy admiration she leans back and blinks.  Oh wait, there's other people here!  "Ah!  Heehee.. um... Hallo!"
Terdisas's familiar considers the Harpy's obvious attention span, and the Sparrow POP noises into a sparkling silver Falcon, then hops onto the table between Kyokuu and Honey  "So, I hear you like Shinys, caw."  Terdisas just gives Superbird one of those 'really?' looks.  "I believe she means no harm Honey, though I can understand your reaction considering surprise and you being the centre of her attention."
<OOC> Kyokuu hmm, doesn't think she saw Honey's pose.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "ill paste it to yah if you want"
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "yes please.  n.n"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "tada"
Lucky has dropped a connection.
<OOC> You say, "Does my post change yours any?"
<OOC> Kyokuu hmms.. "Nah it can still work the same.
Honey peeks from behind her arms before finally calming some and saying, "Just... reflex... eh-heh... yeah. I like my shinies." Honey then curiously watches Terdisas's familiar before saying, "Are you a lovebird? Heehee." as a partial punn on the fact the silver falcon is the bird of Sehanine, goddess of love.
Terdisas pages, "finnaly posted Ter" to you and Lucky.
Lucky figured it was a pun on the fact that the bird tried to attract the cute harpie.  "Hello there, cutie," Lucky says with a smile, "My name is Lucky.  This is Terdisas and Honey.  What's your name?"
Kyokuu blinks at Terdisas's bird as it turns all silvery and shiny.  She stares wide-eyes and reaches to scoop him up and hug closely, "Shinie birdie!!"  She hmms? over at Luckky and grins, "I's kyokuu!  I's a harpy!"
"I'm not a lovebird, I'm the BEST bird. tweet."  How modest.  Kyokuu makes the hug and the bird chirps happily.  Terdisas says "Well, so long as you are allright Honey.  A pleasure to meet you Kyokuu, I have not personally met a Harpy until now, but it is a good first impression to have."
Honey hasn't met any harpies either. But Kyokuu's excitement rubs off on Honey. "I's Honey! I's a hyooman!" she then looks at Terdisas. "My familiar isn't a bird." a hand comes crawling onto her head from behind the head and just rests its fingers on her. Then drums the fingers just above her forehead. Honey then searches through her bags and says, "Oh! Here it is!" she pulls out a necklace. It's a simple one, but has a shiny look to it and has a simple (fake) gemstone. But Honey knows it's more about the shine than the value. The shine IS the value. "Kyokuu! A gift for you!" and reaches to put it around the harpy's neck.
Lucky is creeped out by the walking hand.  "Uh... yeah... What Terdisas said..."
Kyokuu huggle-hugs the talking shiny bird.  She eeps at the.. lone hand?  harpy's creeped out.  However her creeped out factor is bought off easily enough when presented with... "A shinie?  For me?"  She blinks as she looks at it curiously, "Looks so pretty.."
Terdisas recognizes the hand for what it is, so is safe with the knowledge it can not hurt anyone... Well, aside from possibilities like it rolling a bowling ball off a high shelf onto someone.  "A generous gesture Honey.  I suppose when you are ready, your points on what you have discovered  in our studies are something I still am curious about."
<OOC> Terdisas punches the DDI compendium.  "Pay subscription to use.  it's been super fail for me lately.
Honey nods as she finishes latching the necklace onto Kyokuu's neck. The hand hops off Honey and offers a handshake from the top of the table. To no specific individual. "Well with study, wizards wind up QUITE knowledgeable on lots of things that we as... sorcerers... can really benefit from. For instance, thanks to their study, they have more control over the wild variety of magic that wild magic types usually bost. I'd even say wizards tend to have more variety too. And that's just for starters. Their studies give them advanced knowledge on ritual performance, much less the ability to do that in the first place... the list goes on, Terdisas."
"Yes it does look pretty," Lucky comments with a smile, "And again... What Terdisas said.  I hate to be rude and all, but... I just can't bring myself to shake hands with an animated severed hand."
<OOC> You say, "because of Honey having the hand as a familiar, I have Work It stuck to my head. Here's why: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2cYWfq--Nw"
<OOC> Lucky says, "kyokuu's turn i believe"
<OOC> Terdisas nods
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "That vid is.. strangely addictive.  o.o"
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "I could only ever wish to have a fraction of that person's cordination."
Kyokuu continues to cuddle the shiny silver bird until he decides he doesn't want to be cuddled.  She seems to keep getting distracted by the necklace's shiny gem though, "Why's it so shiny?  I know things are shiny but this is more shiny I think.."
Terdisas nods, taking a moment to shake hands with the hand.  "Such details I have come to realize myself.  Though while I have at least managed to focus my abilities to ones I have more precise control over, the lack of knowledge is something I am reminded of every time I come across something new." And no matter how hard a sorcerer studies, not having an INT primary means they will never be able to make those important checks ;D
Honey nodnods. The hand shakes hands with Terdisas. Then "looks" at Lucky. It droops and sullenly walks back towards Honey in a pitiful manner. Honey says, "Why is your feathers shiny?" in retort to Kyokuu before answering Terdisas with, "Well as the book indicates, I've been studying wizardly things... just to be on the up'n'up." she notices her familiar acting all dejected and kinda glances at Lucky with a puckered-lips frown, as if waiting to see what he's gonna do.
No really.  A walking severed hand is creepy.  He's not going to shake hands with it even in the face of adorable lip-puckered girl.  "I'm curious how generous you all are," he says, figuring now a good time to change the topic to the one he's been thinking on since the very beginning, "Like for example, suppose there were a mildly dangerous quest that could benefit some needy orphans greatly.  Would you do something like that without hope of reward?"
Kyokuu blinks.  She has shiny feathers?  Does she?  (Actually I don't even kno what the necklace does..) "I.. dunno?  Weren't shiny when I woke up.."  She looks to Lucky and chirps softly, "what's a.. or  fan?"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Phew, that's enough farming for one day..."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "I belive it is just a shiny decorative necklace."
Terdisas says "Well, I suppose it would depend on what the benefit to the orphans would be that requires danger in the first place.  If there was danger involved, would it be safe to assume these orphans would be in danger themselves if not aided?  While payment for services is prefered, standing by to let children suffer is not a good course of action either."
Honey answers Kyokuu for Lucky. "An orphan as a child with no parents." she then looks at Lucky. "I think Terdisas answered more or less what I would. If the orphans got a reward like someone teaching them origami and I had to risk my life to do that? No sir. But if the orphans were in danger, then sure, I'd risk danger. But wouldn't most people with a shred of decency? I mean... why do you ask?"
"I ask because I probably can't do it myself," Lucky says, "There's a bakery that donates bread to the orphanage, but the granary has gotten infested by some seriously nasty rats.  Nasty enough that alone I'd probably get eaten alive.  So now they can't afford the donation.  They're willing to pay for the extermination, of course, but judging from the price offered, they won't be able to afford to make donations to the orphanage for a long time if payment is accepted."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Honey? The itty bitty furry thing?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "I thought so too at first, heh"
<OOC> You say, "nope. Not her."
Kyokuu blinks, "Children with no parents?  Nonono!  That won't do!  bring the or fans to the harpys.  We raise them up right adn good!"  She hmms, 'mean rats.. I's a harpy, I take care of mean ol ratties.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "In a typical DnD setting the Conspectan honey would more than likely be some critter lv 1's would kill for easy XP"
<OOC> Kalinka bashes the Koala looking critter over the head with a stick...err....small club.
<OOC> Terdisas ;.;
<OOC> You say, "This Honey is a human sorceress. With a disembodied hand for a familiar"
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Oh wow.. thankyou Youtube!  Who here remembers Dinosaucers?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "uh...."
<OOC> Kalinka raises hand.
Terdisas says "I think I've heard several stories that start out somewhat like this..." regarding the rats thing.  Hey, It's good enough for Dragon Age.  "I do believe I will be willing to help in this case in the manner you hope.  Without setting the building ablaze either fortunatly, considering my more focused methods"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yup"
<OOC> Kalinka used to think Teryx was cute for some reason.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "mostly, the football eppisode.  because those gimmick eppisodes stick with you"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "and the bad guys using a explosion kicking boot was awesome"
<OOC> Kalinka remembers the one with the Clown with the stilts and the bad guys thought he had some ability to change his size.
<OOC> Kyokuu loved Teryx.  Always thought those wings would be nice and soft andw arm to snuggle into. u.u;
<OOC> You say, "should pause there. Church in the morning. And no nap allowed on Sundays"
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods,  "Hope you sleep well."
<OOC> Kalinka nodnods. This has been a long stretch for the DnD thing.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "How many days now?"
<OOC> You say, "Dunno. We just like DnD"
<OOC> Terdisas shrugs, "Something about the mindset makes it easier to get started.  did you have an idea Kalinka?"
<OOC> You say, "As an interesting side-note, I have made a change to Antoinette to reflect her more country bumpkin roots"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "that detail being?"
<OOC> You say, "While her friends and family will continue to call her "Antoinette", her actual name is Marie-Antoinette. Her middle name is another double, being Rebecca-Jean."
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "because More names is better."
<OOC> You say, "If you ask country folks, yes. I did some research on double-names and started learning it's kind of a culture thing they enjoy"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "anyways, once you guys are gone gone I need to extended AFK to clean and relocate the dish rack and a section of kitchen corner.  a family friend is going to be working on some stuff in the ceiling for us."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah.  sterotyped as illeterate, yet they have to put more effort into writing their names than we do"
<OOC> You say, "I wonder where all the stereotypes come from. Ah well. God bless"

Log 02

<OOC> Raichel sets the scene
That girl Honey turned out to be a real trip. She had a cool head on her shoulders, but was slightly peppy and a hint of eccentricity flowed from her. But she wasn't at the guild today. Instead, today there was a shifter girl. One of Lucky's race! A razorclaw shifter! And she had taken a seat in a couch, she is apparently asleep, resting her head on the armrest.
<OOC> You say, "afk"
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Lucky pulls up a cushy chair nearby and gets a closer look at the shifter girl.  He plays a game with himself, trying to guess what she spends most of her time doing, but his mind wanders and he's soon staring at the fire.
<OOC> Lucky says, "also afk"
Terdisas had found himself somewhat fond of the pleasant girl, but then Terdisas often had a certain like of people who were not lame.  Go figure.  Today Terdisas is reading up on some of the more basic 'common knowledge' facts about the arcane with his once more sporting the sparrow look familiar perched on his shoulder like a discount rate parrot (Irony.  Officially Terdisas's familiar is a parrot).  He leaves Lucky to his staring, having decided to let the newcomer be until they are done resting.  'hey, are you asleep?' style questions just feel beneath him.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "poseing before I forget/cause I can"
<OOC> You say, "bak"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
Raichel wakes up to see a fire-hypnotized shifter with black fur. Then sees a not-pirate with a parrot on his shoulder. No peg legs or hook hands. She slowly sits up, yawning and stretching. Despite her chest jutting out, her clothing is such that it still doesn't draw too much attention to her chest. She looks from one to the other again, wondering if they had been watching her sleep.
Lucky smiles warmly over at the cute sleepy girl.  "Hello there, beautiful," he says, trying to sound more friendly than flirty, "Name's Lucky.  Cleric of Avandra.  That hero over there is Terdisas and his familiar with a name too long for me to remember."  He gives an apologetic look to the parrot before returning his gaze to Raichel, "What's your name?"
Terdisas is reading, so no creepy stare in Terdisas's case... Hmm, what's the CHA and Bluff/Diplomacy values needed to make a creepy stalker stare socially acceptable?  No reason, just asking.  When Lucky speaks up he does look over though.  "Hello, I do hope you slept well."  Parrot Familiar, Sparrow look... wait, they actually DO look like a parrot for once go figure -.o  "Aaaawk, My name is <primordial>Super Viking Shark Panch Corpse Ride Mega Extreme Nine Thousand Superbad Pirate Laser Death Metal Explosion Termination Legend Brutality Mortal Kombat Killer Instinct Fighter Blood Curse-</primordial>"  At this point, Terdisas clamps the birds beak shut.
Raichel looks at Lucky as he addresses her. "My name is Raichel." she answers. Then looks to see Terdisas when he speaks up. "Thanks." she says in response to well wishes. Then hears the parrot. She gives a helpless smile, the bird having entertained her. She giggles even. "That certainly is a mouthful. Forgive me, but it will take me a while to memorize your name. And once I do, it would take a while to say your name. Is there a nickname you go by?"
Lucky rubs behind his head and admits, "Actually so far I've been avoiding addressing Terdisas' friend by any kind of nickname."  He'll hold his questions for Raichel till after hers are answered.
<OOC> Kalinka is having a lousy night...gonna log off for now.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Have fun."
<OOC> You say, "nini"
Kalinka has disconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "meep. hope things get better as much as they can"
Terdisas shrugs, "Some acquaintances of mine in the past have referred to my small friend as 'Superbird' in the past."  In Joke or seriousness, the sorcerer couldn't tell you.  "It is a pleasure to meet you Raichel."
Kyokuu has disconnected.
<OOC> Lucky says, "Mittens speaks primordial and understood the entire name.  And LOVED it!"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "good times."
<OOC> You say, "Callie wanted to hug the bird. Still does. Then again, she just thinks the bird is cute."
<OOC> Lucky says, "most of your characters would think a severed hand cute..."
Raichel considers calling Superbird either that or just "birdy" or something. But she nods. "The pleasure is mine. Does Superbird work for you?" she asks the bird.
<OOC> Lucky says, "Mittens would consider it AWESOME!"
<OOC> You say, "Not most of my characters. Just Timothius, Eli and Callie"
<OOC> You say, "Well no... I take that back. Callie wouldn't"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Callie didnt hug Superbird, but she did give them a lil kiss ;D"
<OOC> You say, "Because hugging birds is hard to do without it seeming like an act of aggression"
"I sure hope it does," Lucky says hopefully, "It's so much easier to say."  Again he delays his questions for Rai.
The bird wingshrugs, "Eh, works for me, chirp."  Terdisas says "They are my familiar."  Superbird starts to say something, and Terdisass adds "It would also be in poor taste to rip off that particular Joke of Erasmus's"  "tweet, spoilsport."  He looks over to Lucky and asks "Was there something you had in mind?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "rl"
<OOC> Lucky has since forgotten the joke.  ;.;
<OOC> You say, "It HAS been foreverz"
Raichel looks at Lucky also, curious what, if any, his idea for a nickname was.
Lucky didn't have any solid ideas for a nickname.  Hence his not offering one.  He smiles at Raichel when she looks at him and tries to strike up conversation.  "You're a hero, aren't you?" he asks, "And a very fit one at that.  I don't suppose you're a magic user in spite of the gear you wear suggesting you might be, but I can't put my finger on an educated guess as to what you do while being heroic?  I described myself as a Cleric.  What would you describe yourself as?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "XD, yeah. can understand my wording taken like that in hindsight.  Ter was trying to (too much so it seems) subtle tell Lucky 'just ask her whatever already', heh"
<OOC> Lucky picked up on terdisas' cue "ask her whatever already"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yaaay"
<OOC> Terdisas says, ";also so missed Rai's one liner -.o gets rypin"
<OOC> Terdisas keyboard failz
Terdisas is somewhat curious himself now that Lucky mentions it.  Though he is also curious if 'hey, are you adventurous?' will be followed up with another request of aid.  Although that is not very likely, as Lucky could have asked Terdisas for help by now in such a case.  "Chirp, She could describe herself as whatever she wants.  Lady has class."
Raichel is thusly asked. She slightly skews her mouth to the side in thought. "I'm athletic, yes.." she says to Lucky. "I am what you might call a monk. I don't classify as what most people understand a "fighter" to be." she has magic flowing through her veigns, but that is another story. Besides... Raichel's one pride and joy is her fighting. The lightning is more like "oh cool! I can shoot lightning! Wheeee!" while the martial arts is more like breathing. If it was taken from her, she might die of a broken heart. She looks at Superbird. "...thank you, Superbird. I appreciate that." she gives him a respectful nod. "So you are a Cleric." she says to Lucky, then looks at Terdisas, "What of you?"
Lucky ahs.  "I'd heard the term 'monk' used in the sense of an unarmored fisticuffs or basic weapon type fighter," he answers, "So very interesting."  He smirks at the question directed at Terdisas, "Funny how this sort of question is so hard to answer when a lot of stories of heroes would suggest otherwise."
<OOC> Lucky is a little overwhelmed at the moment by RPOL.
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods.
<OOC> Lucky says, "is there anywhere where if i were to post, joe would be up next?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "lemme double check"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "paragon whatif.  and for completness sake, CoX board bluside, BESM"
<OOC> Lucky says, "heh"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "your up in ascension and shadowfell, but that wouldnt make Me up next"
Superbird birdy nodnods.  Terdisas says "Well at the very least, I AM a Sorcerer in the traditional sense.  If a someone less indiscriminate in how I release the strength of the storm than usual.  Although the path Raichel is taken is one of the many that requires a deeper sense of self study than my own."  Monk would like to have a word with you.  Self study results.  Punch things.  Hard.
<OOC> Terdisas fistshakes as the 'guard' command glitches out once more and half his army stands there in one spot instead of esxorting his giant walker mech
<OOC> Lucky says, "dohs"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah. at least the aircraft half is following, and that was the most important part as the megaliths are durp vs air"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "out of nowhere. beat base... Godzilla is unleashed fire breath and all."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "so THATS where you get the DNA samples for your cyborg godzilla units."
Raichel doesn't want to correct anyone, but she'll make an exception in this case. "I am flattered." she says to Terdisas, "But that isn't necessarily true. Some people can, with their bare hands, hurt others just as well as I do or better without introspection or contemplation. A giant, for instance." In other words, she would argue Monk can fight that well because monk is strong. And she would be right. Because Monk is strong. "Being introspective is useful for anyone, though, yourself included. And just so you will be more likely to take my words at face value..." she holds her hands apart and lightning shoots between them. "I too am what people call a sorcerer. My discipline has actually helped me not just with how to wield my body, but my inner power as well."
Lucky blink-blinks.  "What?" he says, "I... How...  I've never heard of someone quite so... versatile?  I mean...  Not in any stories I've heard.  I know people aren't so cut-and-dry as the storybooks make 'em out to be, but I got the impression that to be an effective sorcerer you had to focus on something other than... well... martial... stuff?"  He facepalms, "Please forgive me if I'm sounding rude."
Terdisas smiles at the display, "I will admit, your display while impressive in it's own right is a kind I have a personal bias for.  Some other time I may ask for some pointers, and hopefully have ones of my own."  He turns to Lucky and says "This would be part of why I try, if not always succeed, to judge a 'class' by initial appearance and method.  Though even then I do often make the mistake of such assumptions." After all, Honey is a Cosmic Sorcerer.  Therefore by standard stat logic, she should be able to bench press Lucky.
<OOC> You say, "Honey's Str: 13"
<OOC> You say, "Chris: It's... almost 2:30"
<OOC> You say, "So. Pausing."
<OOC> You say, "God bless. TY for RP"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah, surprising distance this time.  nice end of things though. sleep well"
<OOC> Lucky says, "posted in paragon dnd at least"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "whee.  ill make a post there later tonight as well as a fantasy one"

Log 03

<OOC> You say, "setting scene? Or shall I?"
<OOC> Joe says, "either or, as I'd know it's coming this time it helps ;D"
<OOC> Terdisas flips the name switch.
<OOC> You say, "I'll set."
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The Heroes' Guild is a place people go in this city in order to get caught up on local events, find help, or be the one that helps. ;) Today, as the people walk into the Heroes' Guild, a haunting melody can be heard coming from the large fireplace of the first floor which quickly draws attention to the 3' tall fox gal Emerald, who is wearing rather pretty garb as she sings. She is at the latter part of the song.
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Lucky has reconnected.
Lucky approaches and takes a seat facing Emerald with a big smile, ears perked forward and tail swaying to the tune.  He clapps for her when she finishes.
<OOC> Lucky says, "last i saw was emerald"
<OOC> You say, "then you missed nothing"
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods
Mika strolls into the guildhall.  To look at hershe appears to be everyday peasant stock.  The kind of girl you'd see hustling cows across a busy street, or pulling up bales of grain, or chopping the head off a chicken that will soon be dinner.  She walks up to the crowd gathering around the musician.  She sits next to Lucky,  "A hundred pardons.  Might this be a place one can find work?"  he inquires of Lucky after the applause dies down.
Terdisas is trying to decide of Emerald is a case of 'a Shifter and a Halfling had to do it sometime' or one of the more obscure types his less studied than a traditional wizard self would know offhand.  The sparrow perched on the edge of his chair says "Tweet, this is why I'm hardly a songbird, too much competition."  Terdisas smiles slightly, saying "What he should mean to say is, that was a most enjoyable performance."  When the latest arrival makes herself known, he says to her "It would indeed be such a place.  Hopefully we may be of some help directly, some of the requests on the board have a tendency to collect dust."
<OOC> Lucky says, "is mika a human?  lucky is a razorclaw shifter.  the closest thing to a cat boy the 4e world has so far."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wouldn't it be the closest thing because it IS a catboy? ;P"
Mika (OOC) says, "We'll go for Human.  n.n;"
<OOC> Lucky says, "an idea of what shifters look like: http://www.madeofawesome.net/i.../uploads/Shifter.jpg  Lucky is all black fur."
Emerald bows with a flourish before listening to the sparrow-accompanied man and apparently peasant style girl and says to Terdisas, "Thank you, sir." before looking at the girl. "He speaks the truth. This is the place. What is it you require, sweetheart?" she asks in her cute, fitting-her-size voice.
Lucky finishes clapping.  "Bravo!" he says, "A lovely voice.  My name is Lucky, and this is Terdisas and Superbird.  What might your names be, ladies?"
<OOC> You say, "Well normally, yes. But we actually tend to RP them more cat-people like. Timothius, for instance, looks like this in DnD 4e: http://timothius.deviantart.co...q=timothius#/d25iphw"
Lucky has dropped a connection.
<OOC> Raikoo says, "Back"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "These advertisements on Yahoo are getting weirder and weirder."
<OOC> You say, "wb. and heh"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "I dont doubt that"
Mika Looks up, her bronze, sunkissed skin shines healthily in the light.  "I am Mika."  she places her tatoo covered hand at her chest in introduction.  "I am on a retreat into the world.  One of my tasks is to make 'An honest week's wage'  Whatever that amounts to in coin, I know not."  she admits.  "I am also to meet with the creatures of the world, both strange and wonderful.".
<OOC> Kalinka says, "It was a 'see if you qualify for a college grant' one...but that's not what was weird."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "It showed a drawing of a woman with a graduate's cap and a book in her hand, do a weird little hop while moving her arm back and forth. And dressed in some sorta costume you'd see somebody hastily chargen in City of Heroes."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Blue sleeved leotard, purple leggings and yellow boots and gloves with red flame striped patterns on them."
Terdisas says "A pleasure to meet you both."  He considers Mika's request.  "Well, first one sounds simple enough.  However the second one is somewhat vague in it's full requirements.  Are these personal goals, or have you been tasked with them by someone?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "...So, they went to the 80's version of the Xavier instutute for their degree?"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Something like that :P, it was more of a blue violet, shiny texture leotard"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Either way it was weird."
<OOC> You say, "odd"
<OOC> You say, "SLD"
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "SLD?"
<OOC> Emerald mentioned a week or so ago, I got tired of saying "Lucky's DCed", so I now just type SLD = Sudden Lucky Disconnect
<OOC> You say, "Aaaand SLD again"
Mika (OOC) asks, "Is Lucky on wireless?"
Lucky has reconnected.
Emerald trots over to Mika, looking up at her. "Am *I* strange and wonderful enough for ya?" she grins. "There are several ways to earn money around here, Mika. In this place, for instance, I plan to make some money helping people with problems that require heroes."
<OOC> You say, "Nope. He and I use the same connection and it's direct connection. Oh wait... yes! If he's on the netbook, he's using wireless"
<OOC> Lucky figures it might be worth mentioning about the city of unity.  it's full of all kinds of different races.
<OOC> Lucky is on the netbook, yes.
Mika (OOC) Blames dropped packets.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "well, wb anyways"
Lucky is a little 'wha?' over Mika's statement.  "Nice to meet you both," he says, "Mika...  Where are you from?"
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> You say, "SLD"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "This this thing I reading is quite depraved. It's like a AD&D Monsterous Manuel crossed with a hell of a lot of 'H' blended in."
<OOC> Raikoo says, "Oh?"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "These characters would look cute if not for the data file next to them describing them."
Mika nods to both Terisas and Emerald, "Yes, I have been tasked to attain and understand wanderlust.  I am from a monastic order in the valley between icepeak and greater icepeak.  The elders send out those who achieve adulthood to discover wanderlust.  Many never return."  she explains,  and to Emerald's question she nods,  "Yes, you are strange, and I do wonder about you.".
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Though this Chibi Anime Dwarf girl is adorable."
<OOC> You say, "SLD"
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> You say, "When I say SLD, Please hold off posting until you see Lucky has reconnected."
<OOC> You say, "But as much as he's DCing tonight, I wonder if it's worth RPing. SLD AGAIN"
Mika (OOC) puts a pringles can on the WAP antenna and points it towards Lucky's netbook.  Ahhh.  *reposes*
Mika (OOC) waits.
Lucky has reconnected.
Mika nods to both Terisas and Emerald, "Yes, I have been tasked to attain and understand wanderlust.  I am from a monastic order in the valley between icepeak and greater icepeak.  The elders send out those who achieve adulthood to discover wanderlust.  Many never return."  she explains,  and to Emerald's question she nods,  "Yes, you are strange, and I do wonder about you.".
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb again, poor guy.  aaand rl bit -.o"
<OOC> You say, "I should just set up an auto-pose that types SLD for me every 10 seconds. This is not just getting rediculous. It got rediculous a long time ago. XD"
Lucky has dropped a connection.
<OOC> You say, "not that it matters, Ter is being yoinked to RL"
<OOC> Kalinka sent you some Roll pics, Tim.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "View them at your leisure."
Lucky has dropped a connection.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "back, will paste in my pose once Lucky has a stable moment. poor guy, I sympathise considering I know the past horroes of DC every 30 seconds"
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Lucky has dropped a connection.
<OOC> You say, "TY, Kalinka"
<OOC> You say, "Lucky's on. Quick! Paste!"
Mika nods to both Terisas and Emerald, "Yes, I have been tasked to attain and understand wanderlust.  I am from a monastic order in the valley between icepeak and greater icepeak.  The elders send out those who achieve adulthood to discover wanderlust.  Many never return."  she explains,  and to Emerald's question she nods,  "Yes, you are strange, and I do wonder about you.".
Terdisas hmms, "Wanderlust itself is something I alas can not adequately describe.  The adventurous path may be a bit much for a first job, but I am hopeful that we can aid you in finding 'honest work' for at least the duration you request."  He smiles slightly at Emerald's claim.  "I would also agree that Emerald does count, my only question is if there is a stated limit to how many unique individuals you must meet, if it was not a more philosophical quest."
<OOC> Terdisas high fives
<OOC> Emerald is honestly losing the ability to RP due to this. I can't get into the RP with that many DC interruptions. Like when we get bombarded by half a dozen phone calls while watching a show. Seriously, something needs to be done.
<OOC> Raikoo patpats
Mika (OOC) hands Emmy a spool of cat5 cable?
Lucky has dropped a connection.
<OOC> Lucky pauses RP then.  Sorry.
<OOC> Terdisas sympathypats
<OOC> You say, "I'll try again after posting on RPOL"
<OOC> You say, "be back in 10? Maybe?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "gotchas."
<OOC> You say, "posted on Shadowfell"
<OOC> You say, "And the jynx is so mighty, Lucky has stopped DCing"
<OOC> Lucky :p
<OOC> You say, "posing"
Emerald nodnods, smiling brightly at Mika and says, "Let's sit and chat then. Maybe we can all learn from each other, my fine, humble friend!" she heads for the nearest table with the bunch.
Lucky perks an eyebrow.  "Monatic order you say?" he says, following Emerald's suggestion and taking a seat at the table, "I see.  I recently met a young lady who called herself a 'monk' to describe her kind of variety of martial fighter.  Are you the kind of monk that fights with fist and staff?  Or the kind that doesn't fight at all and simply transcribes tomes or such?  Avandra is the goddess of travel, and I am one of her clerics, so I'll be happy to help your quest."
Mika nods in agreement, chatting as they go, "I think the point is not to make the discoveries about the numbers, but to understand that there are discoveries to be made."  She sits down and nods to Lucky, "We have been taught to hone our fists and feet to be weapons when they must be, and how to use them to cultivate food an knowledge when weapons are not needed."  she explains.  "Perhaps you met another of my sisters who left the monistary."
Terdisas follows after, because a seat with pleasant people is worth abandoning a seat without them.  "A more philosophical goal then.  One that will take quite some time, but still a goal I hope to at least give some aid towards.  As for those of your order, I believe you may be the first of your particular monastery I have met."  Unless Raichel was indeed from between Icepeak and Greater Icepeak.  "I also see that the trend of meeting those more studious than I have been continuous."  Terdisas tries, but you can only pull off so much in knowledge checks if you are not an INT caster... Nevermind Honey, she was enthusiastic about it WAY before he was.
<OOC> You say, "They are referring to Raichel. Who, in DnD, looks like this: http://timothius.deviantart.co...y/?q=raichel#/dbppu6"
Emerald ohs as she hears about another monk, but had not met Raichel. She sits with the others, listening. "Aww... gee, Terdisas. You didn't think you were the only one who wants to be enlightened, did ya? C'mon now.. you can't judge that quickly. Maybe she is more studious, maybe she isn't. You just met, right? One thing I see is you are competing for "most humble" here." she giggles, enjoying the irony of the statement.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "my desc has basically been uncouched forever <.<"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "while I just edit the name instead of making a stack of alts"
Mika (OOC) says, "Yeah, mine, too."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "but, In Ter's case he's basic (if generally well dressed) Sorcerer in Blue."
<OOC> You say, "Yay Emmy matching his colors?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "what, no purple today? ;D"
<OOC> Emerald points at my opening post
Lucky rubs behind his head a little bashfully.  "I didn't think to ask her what monestary she came from," he admits, "Well being a hero is most certainly an honest living, but not exactly what is implied by that phrase.  I get a hint that you're one to avoid combat.  If that's the case, then maybe the heroe's guild isn't the place you want to pick up jobs.  Nearly every job you'll get here involves violence in one way or another."  He turns to Emerald, "Well you certainly compete for most lovely voice.  Are you the kind of bard that uses magical music to heal people?"
Mika smiles, but looks mildly confused,  "If I am being enlightened it is to knowledge I know I do not have, rather than knowledge that I know I have."  she admits.  "I prefeer not to raise my hands in combat, yes.  But there are times where a show of force is needed.  The Tiger does not attack the elephant only because the elephant showed the tiger it could be trodden upon.".  she instructs.
<OOC> Kalinka sent some other cute pics.
<OOC> Emerald knew I shoulda played Rai. XD
<OOC> Terdisas says, "hey now, Emmy is awesome :P"
<OOC> You say, "Maybe I'll have Rai walk in anyway. I tend to play more alts anyway"
<OOC> You say, "Thanks, though, Ter"
Terdisas smiles slightly, "To think I was the only one to seek forms of enlightenment would show I am in more need of common sense.  I was more referring to assumption that one has spent a longer time already in such a pursuit, than any degree of success."  Terdisas looks to Mika and says "You mentioned cooking, would it be foolishly optimistic to hope you could put those skills to use in your working efforts?"  And if people were desperate to get the adventure guild involved somehow, did the guild need cooking aid?
Terdisas pages, "Ter post made" to you and Lucky.
Mika (OOC) says, "some mood music?  http://www.youtube.com/user/br...66371/14/OyjTDiNWT0k"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "whee brentalfloss"
Emerald nodnods in answer to Lucky. "How'd you know?" then listens to the others. "Food sounds fantastic. That's one thing I'm glad I am good enough at to not ruin it, but not good enough to wow anyone. Kinda glad for that, too. I don't wanna spoil myself." she grins. "Please grace us with your cooking? I'll pay!" Even as she says this, Raichel walks in the place. Her robes are not as humble as Mika's, but it's clear to Mika anyway that Rai is a monk. She has that... walk. And that feel about her. A good one at that, with a generally calm aura. Rai smiles. "Oh hi, Lucky, Terdisas. New friends, I see..."
Lucky smiles and waves Raichel over.  "Raichel!" he chimes, "This is Emerald the bard and Mika the monk.  Mika's from the valley between icepeak and greater icepeak.  Please come join us for a snack."  He pulls out a chair for her.  To Emerald he answers, "I'm a healer.  I looked into the other kinds of healers.  That and you're a musician in the hero's guild."  The guild serves decent food.  Nothing to write home about.  It's hard to imagine they'd turn down humble but capable help for a meager wage.  "I'm much more skilled at eating than cooking," Lucky admits with a chuckle.
<OOC> Lucky makes a mental note to mention tigers and elephants teaming up.
<OOC> You say, "Woooohooo! Tiger/Elephant teamup!"
<OOC> You say, "Hey Kalinka"
<OOC> You say, "What do you get when you mix an elephant with a rhino?"
Mika nods to Terdisas,  "Yes, I can prepare food.  It was a task given to all in the monistary."  she stands,  "Please, direct me to the kitchen and I shall prepare a meal for..."  she takes a count of all the people in the room,  "Several.  I hope the pantry is well stocked."  she notes.  As Raichel enters she bows respectfully,  "Greetings.  I have been elected to prepare meals."  she informs Raichel.
Mika (OOC) asks, "$50,000 in hotel damages?"
Mika (OOC) says, "No, wait.  3 dead 12 injured 25 struck blind by the sight."
<OOC> You say, "What's the answer? Well... elephino."
Mika (OOC) rimshots.
<OOC> Terdisas dies
<OOC> Emerald *loves* bad jokes. I actually have several characters who tell them.
Terdisas waves in greeting to the familiar face, "A pleasure to see you again Raichel, I hope you have been well."  Turning back to Mika, he says "If it is not too much trouble for you on such short notice, I could show you the way."
<OOC> You say, "My mom is the master of puns in my house, though."
<OOC> Kalinka chuckles.
Emerald ohs and waves! "Hi there, Raichel! Pleased to meetchya." she looks at Lucky with a coy smile. "Fellow healers, huh? Well I'm honored." Raichel heads over to Mika. "It is a pleasure to meet you two, Mika and Emerald. If I can be of assistance, I'll help as best I can." honestly, Raichel never liked her own cooking much, but at least it didn't make her cringe or gag. Just enough to get by. She was never able to pick up on cooking. "But all I can offer are my hands. My cullinary skill is... not very good at all." she says with a helpless smile. She glances at Lucky and reaches to put a hand on his shoulder as if quietly letting him know she will sit if not needed in the kitchen.
Lucky gives Raichel a friendly smile from the non-verbal heads-up.  "I'm looking forward to your cooking!" he says to Mika.  Thanks for offering that, Terdisas."  He gives a wink and a smile to Emerald."
<OOC> Lucky says, "feel free to time skip past cooking time."
<OOC> Lucky says, "translation: rp time is running low.  please skip past off-panel stuff unless you want to fade into the background for the night."
Mika (OOC) says, "I can give myself about 30 minutes."
<OOC> You say, "we can pause there"
Mika (OOC) says, "I'll get this pose out though."
<OOC> You say, "k"
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods.
<OOC> You say, "Think you can be on t'morrow? And the day after? And after?"
Mika follows Teridas into the kitchen chopping and crushing and spicing deftly.  It cetainly looks like she's good with her hands.  When dinner is done she brings out plate after plate of chopped bite sized meats and vegtables along with a large pot of fruit infused porridge as she really didn't have rice where she came from.  Also several pitchers of milk are laid out.  She bows, and clears her throat,  "You may come for your meal!"  she declares.  She's a fair cook, the food well prepared, not overcooked, and perhaps a bit spicy for the tastes of the weaker stomach.
Mika (OOC) says, "We'll see.  I still have school and tests to take."
Mika (OOC) says, "but tomorrow should be ok."
<OOC> Emerald nodnods. "TY for RP. God bless, dude."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Did you see those two other pics I sent, Tim?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "hope you sleep well"
<OOC> You say, "not yet."
<OOC> You say, "now I have"
<OOC> You say, "I'll reply via email"
Mika (OOC) exclaims, "Nighty all!"
Mika has disconnected.
<OOC> You say, "sent email"
<OOC> You say, "loggin out. nini all!"

Log 04

Mika has connected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yay"
Mika (OOC) wavies.
Mika (OOC) asks, "we picking up where we left off tuesday?"
<OOC> Raichel waves. "Well I'd rather not RP 2 characters. So let's just say they had a good time together and move forward?"
<OOC> Mika says, " Heh.  ok.  And Mika working part time as a cook in the guild?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "No Emmy? I guess I'll have to just settle for Raichel... Wait, that doesnt sound right now that I say it <.<"
Raikoo has disconnected.
Kyokuu has connected.
<OOC> Terdisas waves
<OOC> You say, "works for me"
<OOC> Kyokuu chirps!
Mika (OOC) wavies!
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "What level does a harpy girl hafta be to bring a party to the adventure?"  :>"
Of all the stupid places to pick a fight. Some burly guy got in an argument with some thin-as-a-rail guy. Both of them very angry and soon, they got in eachothers' faces, offering to go outside and duke it out.
<OOC> Lucky doesn't really understand kyokuu's question.  The setting is level 1 if that helps any.
<OOC> You say, "SLD"
<OOC> Terdisas fistshakes at evil connections
Lucky has reconnected.
Mika looks up from collecting the dishes from the former meal she can't help but notice the debate escalate to a full scale confrontation.  She keeps watch on the loud debators asking each other out while she collects the leftovers.
Lucky steps forward and offers, "I am a cleric of Avandra.  I am willing to be arbitor in your dispute."  He tries to sound as official as possible.
<OOC> Kyokuu was trying to make a D&D joke n.n;
<OOC> Lucky reboots in hopes of helping the connection.
<OOC> Terdisas pat pats in general
Lucky has dropped a connection.
<OOC> Kalinka blehs, didn't even know you guys were gonna be here this early.
<OOC> You say, "This isn't early. We've just been late lately"
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> You say, "wb"
<OOC> Kalinka nods. Doing here guild thing again?
<OOC> Terdisas says, "and yet, you've been on for short of 6 hours ;D  And WB Lucky.  good luck with the comp. and yeah"
<OOC> Lucky says, "ty.  yes, kalinka."
<OOC> Kalinka ahs, ok.
<OOC> Kalinka goes back to cleaning up RP logs from TouhouMUCK.
Lucky has dropped a connection.
<OOC> You say, "Terdisas' turn?"
<OOC> Terdisas nods, "Will do so, ws rereading stuff now that Lucky is back"
<OOC> Lucky says, "i've been gone since my "rebooting" comment.  did i miss anything?  tim doesn't know"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "nothing IC"
<OOC> You say, "SLD"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Khaaaaaan!"
<OOC> Kyokuu sad harpy.
Lucky has reconnected.
Terdisas Terdisas has only been half listening to the argument, but now that the age old offer has been made between the two arguing and Lucky has involved himself, he is torn between hoping the DO take it outside (possibly within view of a window), and hoping Lucky can deal with this peacefully.  "If you are in need of assistance Lucky, do let me know.  While I don't doubt you could talk them through this yourself, I would rather err on the cautious side when you are involved."
<OOC> Lucky says, "ty"
<OOC> Terdisas diving tackles Lucky's connection, "quick!  Maybe if we beat it unconsious it can't run away!"
<OOC> Lucky says, "heh"
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The two eye Lucky like he's a neusence. They march out of the guild and both draw their swords the moment they are out of the door. Around then, Raichel is walking towards the hero guild when she sees this and blinks.
<OOC> You say, "sld"
<OOC> Terdisas Fistshakes. "Ninebaaaaaaal!"
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
<OOC> Lucky says, "ty"
## Pausing to save database. This may take a while. ##
## Save complete. ##
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "So we're inside?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "sorta kinda. We're at the guild, but Raichel is just approaching it, and the two mc morons havs just gone to the sidewalk in the 'lets take this outside' sense."
<OOC> You say, "That's up to you. My latest post pointed out the two guys went outside and Raichel is outside on the street, heading towards the guild"
Mika watches the conflict, looking somewhat confused.  She walks to Terdisas, asking,  "What issue has brought both of those men to such a rage that they must kill one another?" she asks innocently.
Kyokuu flies in from above, spotting the big guy and scrawny guy.  Well hopefully this place is harpy friendly, eitherwise she's going to get a bunch of arrows stuck to her as she decends. "Nono!  No fightsies!  No fioght!  HUmans shud not fight each other!"  D'aww cute harpy's trying to break things up.
<OOC> Terdisas offers Lucky the 'pose after Tim' spot if he wants,
<OOC> Terdisas says, "...wait, I pose before tim... well, it'd be closer to that spot anyway"
<OOC> You say, "Pose order: Raichel, Mika, Lucky, Kyokuu, Terdisas. If Mika doesn't mind letting Lucky go after me and before Mika, then Lucky will have the after-Tim spot"
<OOC> Mika says, "I'm good with it"
Lucky facepalms at things going from bad to worse.  He strolls calmly over to Kyokuu with a hand raised in a "stop" gesture.  "Please don't get between them," he says, "They'll likely wind up hurting you."  He glances and waves at Raichel.  "Thanks, Terdisas," he calls over his shoulder.
<OOC> You say, "I believe Kyokuu met you guys when I was RPing Honey. I think."
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods, "That she did."
<OOC> Lucky 's spot will likely be the "whenever connection allows me to stay on long enough."
<OOC> Terdisas sympathypats
<OOC> You say, ">.>"
<OOC> You say, "Pose order: Raichel, Mika, Lucky, Kyokuu, Terdisas"
<OOC> You say, "Pose order: Raichel, Mika, Kyokuu, Lucky, Terdisas"
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Terdisas manages to refrain from melodrama sighing.  "I do not know what issue has brought such anger brtween them as of yet.  I suspect if is something relatively foolish, and hope they only wish to do each other heavy discomfort at the most."  To the Death?.... Nah, let's settle for who can kick the other guy in the privaBLARG!   The Sorcerer looks back at Mika for a moment, then follows after Lucky while his Familiar stays with the pleasant Chef type lady.  "Hello Raichel, Hello Kyokuu.  Your concern is appreciated fair Harpy, though I believe Lucky may be correct in his expectations by now."  Some people are just too angry to appreciate a cute birdy, Superbird sympathizes.
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Lucky pages, "You asked to be warned if I'm a bad mood.  Well I'm writing about Freep and Mittens' Journal, so I'm at the first sleeve roll-up notch." to you.
<OOC> You say, "RP paused."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Mr Internet hating him that bad huh?"
Mika (OOC) makes the pause tone.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Battletoads pause?"
Mika (OOC) sighs,  "If we must..."  *starts beat-boxing
<OOC> You say, "Nope. He's in a bad mood. Has nothing to do with this RP. But since I'm in a bad mood also, that is not a good mix."
<OOC> Kyokuu offers harpy hugs
<OOC> Terdisas says, "oh dear ;.;  I hope you feel better and the args are worked out"
Mika (OOC) says, "Likewise."
<OOC> You say, "ty. I'mma focus on an RPOL post and then hopefully, I'll be cooled off. If I'm cool, then I can run this RP fine."
Mika (OOC) says, "I will defeat them all with my legendary Top Spin!" :|
<OOC> Terdisas says, "well, it DOES kill the endboss in one hit."
Mika (OOC) says, "and requires game genie codes to kill anything else. :p"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "you just need to be willing to face some pain too when you kill 'dies in one hit' enemies with it <.<  >.>"
Mika (OOC) says, "I'm on the foolish quest to kill all MM3 bosses with top spin. o.o"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "...noble goal, but I wonder if some of them even take damage, considering all the bosses and enemies with random immunities or just take crap damage."
Mika (OOC) says, "Gemini man and shadow man went down ok.  Hard man...  nothing...  All others 1 point"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "oh my. Im not sure if the weapon energy will hold out"
Mika (OOC) says, "Game genie"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "ah, duh <.<"
<OOC> Terdisas had just settled for 'beat it again without using the player 2 controller jump cheats'...
Mika (OOC) says, "lol.  That used to be my nephew's job before I discovered vice grips"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "old nintendo controllers are sturdy.  wooden folding chair and my tiny self put the buttons under a leg <.<  I like your vice grip idea better"
<OOC> Mika says, "Ahh, woodman has a slight weakness to the epic top spin."
<OOC> Terdisas fistshakes at Doc Robot
<OOC> Mika says, "and heatman goes down easy tothe top spin."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yay"
<OOC> Mika says, "Like 4 hits"
<OOC> Mika says, "Metal man, utterly immune"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "must be all the hopping he does"
<OOC> Mika says, "Quick man.  Can be done in with cheating"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "You're not talking about the Time Stopper, are ya?"
<OOC> Mika says, "No, the epic top spin."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "not in part 3, yeah.  I assume 'cheat' as in 'needed the infinite energy to have enough top spin'"
<OOC> You say, "Back. Done. But still slightly annoyed in general. I'll try to run things. Posting"
<OOC> Mika says, "yep,   and energy"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Been ages since I played part 3. It was the first one of the series I played."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Probably because the cover art of the first two games scared me away :D"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Actually it was my cousin who insisted I played it, I was gonna rent Faxanadu instead but he said 'Put down that piece of crap and rent this, it's much better.' and shoved Mega Man 3 on the counter."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "This was back when every Five and Dime store out there had a VHS and NES rental going on the side."
Raichel furrows a brow. She waves at Terdisas and then Lucky when she sees him. Raichel has yet to meet the harpy in this setting, so she's kinda "wha?" when she sees her. The two men face each other and begin sword-fighting! Didn't see that coming, did ya?
<OOC> You say, "new pose order: Raichel, Lucky, Mika, Kyokuu, Terdisas"
"Don't expect me to heal either of you," Lucky says.  He's lying, of course.  He's just hoping the threat will convince them to pull punches.
Mika shakes her head at the display,  "Such disagreements should be handled hand to hand in a balanced environment.  And once each person has been exausted by thier opponent then an agreement can be reached."  she says before taking her pile of dishes to the back to be cleaned by hopefully someone else....
<OOC> You say, "new pose order: Raichel, Lucky, Mika, Kyokuu, Terdisas"
Kyokuu whiiiines as swords are clashed.  "No no!  No fighting please!"  The harpy shifts from foot to foot, not knowing why the two people are deuling.  She looks to  the PCs and chirps sadly, "They're fighting!  Make them stop?"
Terdisas facepalms.  The urge to zap is strong, but would not be very nice.  "We seem to be working on the method of stopping them without beating them into the ground ourselves Kyokuu.  We still do not even know why they are fighting."  Superbird calls after Mika "Tweet, The idiots have started swinging swords!"
Raichel gives Kyokuu a slightly sad look, then takes a deep breath and walks towards the two, staff in hand. "I'll try." she answers Kyokuu. (allowing a round of "WTF you think you're doing, Rai?!" or "go Rai! Kick their butts!"  or "Hey! I wanted to kick their butts!" etc)
<OOC> You say, "sld"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "dohs"
Lucky has reconnected.
Lucky doesn't like the idea of Raichel being involved.  Even if she kicks their butts and no one gets hurt, she'll be hated by both guys.  So he takes out his spear and readies a furious smash for the moment their swords clash again.  He's aiming at either disarming them or destroying their swords.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
<OOC> Lucky will spend an action point if need be.
<OOC> You say, "Pose order: Raichel, Lucky, Mika, Kyokuu, Terdisas"
<OOC> Lucky says, "not furious smash.  that's a warlord power.  rather righteous brand."
Mika returns from the kitchen.  She knows the sound of steel clashing.  She comes out to observe the barbaric ritual, or rather the group that has gathered to put a stop to this nonsense.  "I suppose it is acceptable to intervene to keep the peace."  she dosen't do so herself.  After all, too many cooks ruin the stew.
<OOC> Mika says, "woot MM3 is defeated!  *makes taquitos*"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yay"
<OOC> Terdisas pokes the Harpy
Lucky has dropped a connection.
<OOC> Kyokuu meeps
Kyokuu blinks at Raichel and tries to stop her, "Nono!  No fighting please!"  Ofcourse her meathod of trying to stop Raichel involves a nice feathery winged hug from the harpy.
Terdisas nods to Mika as she joins the rest, and Superbird lands upon his shoulder once more.  "Another day, another time I wish more people were as sensible as my friends...  Or at least more inclined to solve problems with hugs."  Kyokuu.  Beeeeest Harpy ever.  Terdisas will add to the carnage if anyone takes a swing at Lucky, in which case an ice ball aimed for a sensitive area would be his course of action... At least they would already have some ice to put on it.
Unfortunately, Lucky's called shot is a hard one. The two men see a catgirl coming their way, a harpy hug her, and the catboy pointing at them threateningly. "Stay out of this." one of them warns Lucky, not finding Raichel to be a threat at all. Raichel, meanwhile, allowed the hug and reaches to pet Kyokuu. "I do not plan to hurt them." she says to the harpy softly. "Only to get in their way until they give up. Surely, the will not swing a sword at an innocent who only wishes the fight to stop?" the men glare at her. The burly one says, "Don't test your luck, girl, or you may get hurt." the thin one says, "How dare you! Threatening to harm an innocent young girl! What manner of scum ARE you?!" and it's back to barking matches. Raichel just pets Kyokuu until the girl trusts Raichel enough to let go.
<OOC> You say, "Pose order: Raichel, Lucky, Mika, Kyokuu, Terdisas"
"Well that decides who's the villain here," Lucky says, "By Avandra's power, you're going down!"  He thrusts with the blunt side of his spear at the burly guy to knock him out!
Mika watches the altercation, fascinated, wondering to herself.  "If those who interfere with the fight manage to stop it, would not the reason for the fight still remain?  Perhaps to be fought out later, when there is nobody to see it."  she wonders.
Kyokuu nods "No hurty okay?"  She blinks at the big guy, "No being mean!  No harpy time hugs for mean people!"  Ooo take that, severe punishment!  Big guy might want to reconcider his course of action now.
<OOC> Mika says, "I have about 15 minutes..."
Terdisas smiles despite the situation at Kyokuu's 'threat'.  "I suppose if we are forced to beat some sense into them, the reason for this may end up beaten out of them as well?"  He remains ready to play interference for the sake of Lucky's safety if it becomes needed.
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods.
<OOC> You say, "We'll pause then. It's lateish. Take care, Mika! God bless. :)"
<OOC> Mika says, "Okie.   Laters!"
Mika has disconnected.
<OOC> Raichel loves Kyokuu. So much.
<OOC> Terdisas waves in general, "This is because she is awesome."
<OOC> You say, "Bud and Lumin would be like peas in a pod with Kyokuu. XD"
<OOC> Kyokuu giggles
<OOC> You say, "No harpy time hugs. Man. If only this world realized the direness of their situation by being mean, we wouldn't have mean people anymore. XD That post is made of win."
<OOC> Kyokuu hugs only nice people!
<OOC> Terdisas says, "so, all of us then. score"
<OOC> You say, "That said, thanks for RP, folks. God bless and take care! Tomorrow, I celebrate my b-day w/ family. :) Then the day after, I celebrate it again, but with friends (Saturday is the ACTUAL day)."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "sleep well, and hope the B-Day stuffs go as well as they can"
<OOC> You say, "thanks"

Log 05

<OOC> You say, "log started. With no Mika, I'm going to set the scene."
<OOC> Lucky says, "k"
It had been a normal day at the guild, but some gnome guy was grumbling.
<OOC> You say, "enter key"
It had been a normal day at the guild, but some gnome guy was grumbling. "I mean... couldn't she see I'm like the coolest guy here? Oh well. Now she's off on her own and will probably get herself captured or worse."
Lucky has reconnected.
Lucky of course is the kind to be worried for a damsel in likely distress.  "Hi there," he says, "Perhaps I can help?  I'm a cleric of Avandra."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
Terdisas has some similar tastes as Lucky? Amazing.  We're talking about the 'save girls' part not the Avandra part. Not that Terdias has anything against Avandra, he's see if saving her was viable too if it came up.  "Who would, and for what possible reason would turn down your aid?"
Raikoo has connected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "hi theres"
<OOC> You say, "sld"
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
<OOC> Lucky says, "ty"
<OOC> Raikoo says, "Hello.  What's everyone up to?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "opening poses of new DnD bit."
The gnome looks at Lucky and says, "Pfff... she's a cleric too. Carried around some huge sword like she was all big and bad, but acted like that wasn't to show off and stuff. Blond, halfling, beautiful as a flowerfield sunrise, and thinks fetching some item in some spot in the woods is so important that she couldn't wait for some allies to help."
Lucky ohs.  "Could you point out where she went on this map?" he asks, unrolling a map for the gnome, "It just so happens I'm ready to head out right now."
<OOC> Raikoo ahs and nods.  Is watching the 3rd Pirates of the Carribean movie.  Is in a PotC mood.  n.n;
Terdisas asks "Not even to wait for you?  How unfortunate."  Superbird comments to Lucky "Good thing your conversation was so short, or you'd go off schedule then, tweet."
Lucky has dropped a connection.
<OOC> You say, "I wouldn't be adverse to playing pirates."
<OOC> You say, "If you are up for RP. But if you are mid-watching..."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Pirates of Dark Water"
The gnome nods to Lucky, points to a spot on the map. "Well I told her I wouldn't go because this isn't a two-man mission. There's goblins out there. This is a full party type mission. Told her to stay and chill with me until some more heores showed up... such is life."
[Public:Kalinka] Kalinka says, "Anyone remember that cartoon?"
<OOC> Raichel hasn't seen Dark Water in forever
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Ditto, but it just popped into my head."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "I used to watch it religiously."
<OOC> You say, "But since they CANCELED IT BEFORE IT WAS DONE, i was kinda... very miffed"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "You and a whole generation, my friend."
<OOC> You say, "no joke"
<OOC> Terdisas remembers mosty thinking 'get. a. not. broken. sword! you dumbass!'  Also, the large muscle guy having to explain to a WIZARD going all 'taht's impossible' that 'nothing is impossible with magic'
<OOC> Terdisas says, "or at least, some random guy with a magical artifact"
"Well with you, me, and Terdisas, that's 4 already counting your lady friend," Lucky points out, "Will you come with?"  The question is directed at the gnome, but also at Terdisas and anyone else who looks like they might be willing.
Lucky has dropped a connection.
<OOC> Raikoo says, "Mmm tomarrow or Sunday night if we're all feeling up to it?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "works for me if it turns up"
"I'll come too, Chirp." ...Thank you, Obvious Bird.  "I am certain he is not above aiding a self described beautiful girl in her time of need, more so with others along to help."  As the sorcerer makes ready to follow the Cleric, he adds "I am also sure she may appreciate our gnome companions change of heart." aaand that's all the effort he's putting towards involving the Gnome.
<OOC> You say, "Preference for Sun night since I have to go to bed early Saturday. I sing on Sunday morning"
The gnome says, "No way. Only 3 of us? When I say full party, I mean 5. And now with the potential of hostage situation? No way."
<OOC> Raikoo says, "Sunday night it is, Yo ho ho and a bottle of rum!"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "rl bit"
"Suit yourself, sir," Lucky says, "Please send as much help as is willing as they become willing, sir.  Thanks, Terdisas and Superbird."  Lucky heads out.
Terdisas leaves a note on the board, he doesn't even bother waving goodebye to the Gnome.  Harsh.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "back"
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## Pausing to save database. This may take a while. ##
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<OOC> You say, "wb"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "thanks"
With some traveling, the pair get to the spot indicated and... get ambushed by goblins! Surprise! XD
<OOC> You say, "posted on RP best practices"
<OOC> Terdisas says, ";'s High Wis, actually trained in Perc characters point and laugh at Terdisas."
<OOC> Terdisas ...keeps forgetting that ; first works for Ic poses, but not OOC poses here
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Just use :'s"
<OOC> Kalinka 's
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Not perfect, but better than nothing."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "true enough"
Lucky stands defensively in front of Terdisas!  "Goblins!  I'm not here for violence!  I'm here to offer you gold!"
Terdisas is going to have to remember that line, if only for Bluff bonuses to SNEAK ATTACK LIGHTNING FACE AAHAHAHAHAHA... Which he is NOT doing right now of course.  "Every day the depths of your generosity continue to exceed my expectations."
<OOC> Raichel returns
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
The goblins look ready to attack until Lucky says the magic word. "...gold!? Surely, you must be talking about gold you have elsewhere, or you would realise we could just take your gold right now."
Lucky nods.  "Of course," he answers with a bow, "Heros know better than to travel with all their gold.  Thank you for sparing us.  My name is Lucky.  Cleric of Avandra.  We came here looking for a gold haired halfling woman.  Have you seen her?"
Terdisas says "The quantity of gold needed to pay for expenses would crush a small animal, if you think about it."  Really, just how much would even one thousand gold weigh?  And that's just for a single level 5 item.
The lead goblin frowns and says, "....yeah, we've seen her. If you're lookin' to buy her, forget it! Like you said, she has golden hair! We can cut it off, use it, then have her grow more. She's a keeper!"
Lucky doesn't mention that all the gold he was paid to exterminate the rats he donated to the orphans.  "And if I told you that no one would buy, you probably wouldn't believe me, would you?" Lucky sighed, "Well if you're willing to keep her alive after you find this out, I'll be willing to ransom her.  I'll be back this time tomorrow with the gold.  Or do you need more time than that to learn that her hair isn't worth your while?"
Terdisas thinks, wait.  Cut it off and use it?  But it's golden hair it's not actua... Oh, is this the feeling of repressed rage ad the idiocy surrounding them that caused the Sorcerer Kings to go on a rampage and start the Dark Sun setting?  "If they truly believe it has worth, then she would be able to pay for herself in short order."
The lead goblin says, "You don't believe us. That's fine. Now give us what you have and be on your way."
Lucky takes out his money bag and tosses it over to the goblins then backs away.
Terdisas sighs, tosses his 'I'm going adventuring' pouch, and comments "You are the primary reason I have a bank account now Lucky.  Well, had one, this is the fifth time."  Note, he's lieing (he's good at that).  But 'I have no more money' is better sounding to say near bandits than 'I have lots more somewhere'.
The goblins seem satisfied, grab the money and leave to return to their camp.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "if explosive runes existed as a 4th ed Ritual, Ter would pick up ritual casting just to rig money in his coin pouch with them -.-;"
Lucky begins to return to town.  "Well it looks like the gnome was right," he comments, "But at least I bought her some time.  So long as they think she's valuable, they probably won't kill her.  Poor girl."
<OOC> Lucky says, "good thing healing powers make hair grow back."
Terdisas says "...So, let me get this straight.  Unknown possible risk, direct trip into the forest.  If we KNOW Goblins have seen her and may hold her, you walk away?"
<OOC> You say, "Hmm... kinda wrote myself out of this. :\ Not sure what to pose?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "Raichel shows up....  plenty of reason she would too."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Well, Ter would be inclined to keep trying to Find the 'probably callie' girl.  and yeah, Ter left a note/Lucky asked gnome to tell people for a reason.""
Raichel is walking towards the two even as they are heading out. "Hi guys. Saw the note."
"Raichel!" Lucky says, "So glad to see you!  We sure could use your help.  We now know for certain that the goblins have the halfing girl prisoner.  We just follow their tracks and we'll know where."  To Terdisas he says, "I wasn't planning on being ambushed.  Had to make a show of running away to avoid unneeded battle that we may or may not have survived."
Terdisas says "Well, it's good to see I'm not the only one who can be convincing when it is needed.  I will admit having more aid for this is a much more welcome situation than otherwise."  One Sorc on a rescue mission... that'd be kinda sad to watch possibly.
Raichel nods to Lucky and Terdisas. "Alright then. Lead the way." she follows them. (time warp) Soon, the group finds a goblin camp. There are guards, of course, keeping watch.
Lucky assesses the situation and applies scouts for the halfling girl.  "If I were to take a guess," he whispers, "They're probably holding her inside that hut there."   He points.  "Any ideas for best way to proceed beyond just charging headlong?  I'd like to avoid bloodshed if at all possible."
Terdisas comments, "One of the few out of sight areas would make sense.  Unfortunately, while I could probably hide from something not looking too hard, I doubt I could sneak into there.  Not to mention even the lest destructive of Sorcerer spells lack in quiet and subtlety."
Raichel asks, "I can sneak. Maybe you and Lucky can provide a distraction so I can sneak *out* with this person?"
Lucky nods at Raichel's plan.  "Ok.  Let's do this.  Just give us the signal."  He looks for a likely place that'll be a good place to make a diversion and to retreat from once the hostage is rescued.  "Over here," he says to Terdisas, "Un-subtle hopefully is just what the doctor ordered."
Terdisas thinks 'burn camp to the ground' may be a bit TOO unsubtle.  But 'ice bricks through housing' would likely have a just right measure of delinquency.  Or, if he's REALLY lucky, hitting a goblin upside the head hard enough to make them land in the campfire pot.  "Just say the word, and necessary property damage will commence.  Unless you have a diffrent angle in mind"
Raichel sneaks. Eventually, she gives a signal while in the tent. While Lucky and Terdisas make with the distractions (which they can pose), Raichel sneaks out with the kidnapee.
"I'm here with the gold!" Lucky shouts!  That should catch their attention.  "Yeah...  property damage preferable to execution."
Terdisas nods, and hopes he can recognize the Goblin who was making demands earlier.  You don't need intact shins to live.  "Killing them over being an annoyance had yet to cross my mind."
Unfortunately, "all those goblins look alike" (tm) was in effect. Terdisas sees several goblins that COULD be him. Raichel soon comes to the two with Callie in tow. "We're safe! Let's go!" the goblins are ticked. "They have the golden girl! Get them!" Rai runs with Callie.
Lucky runs as well.  "Hi there," he says to golden girl, "Nice to meet you.  You have the item you consider worth more than your life hidden, I hope?"
Terdisas figures that, yeah. Worth a day power.  Hey, when your in a rush things that don't miss are worth it.  Ice to meet you three individual legs.  "It would defeat the purpose of this if we had to stop and turn around, yes.  Introductions can be saved for later."
Raichel meeps as she realizes what Lucky is saying. She didn't really understand the situation. All Rai knew was golden girl was kidnapped. Callie answers, however, "It is hidden, yes." and the group escapes. Back to town.
Lucky sighs in relief.  "Well... glad we all made it out of that alive."  He makes with the healing of the scratches or missing hair.  Since he would have dealt with serious wounds on the way.  "Name's Lucky.  This is Raichel, Terdisas, and Superbird.  And you are?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "poor Maverick.  the surviving enemies haev tremorsense 10"
Terdisas says "I am relived that we were able to get you out of there.  While they did not help in any direct way, we would never have known to look for you if the Gnome at the Guild had not mentioned you in passing."
<OOC> Terdisas facedesks at incidental factoit.  "Kruthik Adult.  Int 4.... but only a -1 mod.... WUT!?'
<OOC> You say, "The mods are always completely unrelated to the stats for monsters. I have no clue how they figure monster mods"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Monster mods are, supposedly, check mods.  as in, say it was a level 2 monster, it SHOULD list say, it's STR value for STR mod+ lv bonus.  so a lv 2 monster with 10 stre SHOULD have +1 there... but, you know.  enemies get acces to complete BS bits."
Callie says, "I am Callie. Thank you for rescuing me." she glances at Terdisas. "Yes... the gnome also refused to go with me. Time was of the essense, though, so I could not wait for help unfortunately."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "it's decent stats are calculated 'correct'.  but for some reason, a 4 int only gives -1.  not like a giant bug will ever be making a history or religion check, but still."
"Is time of the essence for recovering it now?" he asks, "Is it on your person?  Or is it hidden somewhere safe and can be left there for the time being?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "he = me"
Terdisas says "If it is not too much trouble, could you tell us how it came to be such a time sensitive situation in the first place?" If it's something that will explode. this is a definite concern.
<OOC> You say, "posted on ascension"
<OOC> Terdisas nods
Callie says, "I have it with me. The goblins didn't even know I took it. It is a gemstone that holds the soul of a powerful hero. If I don't get this stone to someone who can perform a resurrection ritual... he'll be gone from this world for good."
Lucky blinks.  "Well then let's go!"  He gets up and heads for the temple of Pelor.  You were expecting Avandra?  Well Lucky knows that the Avandra temple here tends to not have much in the way of level 8 clerics and such.
Terdisas wonders why it is most moral types have such inferior soul durability compared to all the Evil sorts who stash their souls   in places.  At least so far as he has heard of.  "It wouldn't happen to be anyone I may have heard of?"
Callie says, "How should I know? All I know is that the guy's some kind of hero and his name is Jered." Raichel huhs. "How do you know he's a hero?" Callie looks at Raichel, "Reliable source. Thanks again for helping..."
<OOC> You say, "getting to pausing point. Feel free to post, but I'mma be wrapping things up. My eyes are tired anyways (I guess watching a movie did that to me. :) )"
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods,  "I need to head off AT 2 at the latest tonight anyways due to appointmens tomorroe"
Lucky arrives at Pelor's temple and relays the story so far to the priest.  "I'll be happy to revive Jered," the priest answers, "He brings light to the darkness.  Come."  He takes the group to the ritual chamber.  "You're welcome, Callie," Lucky answers with a smile.
Terdisas attempts a few Streetwise (good) and History (bad) checks regarding Jered to pass the ritual time.  "Hopefully, the need to bring heroes and acquaintances back from the dead is not a frequent habit."
<OOC> You say, "ty for RP. God bless"
<OOC> Terdisas waves, "Imma head off myself as well."

Log 06

<OOC> Joe says, "both work for me"
<OOC> Joe says, "hope you feel betters koo"
<OOC> You say, "Opening the scene"
<OOC> Terdisas fips the name switch
It's another dungeon crawl near the city and Lucky and Terdisas are at a relatively low level in the dungeon. The ruins being explored are, in fact, Bael Turath. That ancient tiefling kingdom. With Terdisas and Lucky are some standard human adventurers with an elf tagging along who seems to think himself Corellon's gift to not only women, but all of the Prime Material Plane. Frequently making comments about how beautiful his hair is, and how dashing he looks when he defeats an enemy. Thankfully, there are no dwarves in the party, but the humans in the party are divided on whether to feel the elf is annoying... or just plain entertaining.
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Human NPC: No, it's cool. he really IS a sterotype so we can legitimatly mock him."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "and wb"
Lucky makes no comment one way or another.  He's broke from that last attempt at goblin diplomacy, and just needs to get some working capitol back.  "Almost done here," he reminds, "I'll be looking forward to relaxing after this."
Terdisas may not normally be openly flirty, but even then realizes that 'I'm much more pretty than you are' is not exactly a promising habit to build when it comes time to try to pick up chicks.  'Well, hello beautiful... Not as beautiful as ME of course'.  Superbird meanwhile, is going with the Canary look.  They don't exactly appretiat this.  "Chirp, I should play dead. Send you all running.  Not like I even BREATHE anyways."
Yondur the Great says, "And why would your playing dead send us running? You're only a familiar." to which Geoffry replies, "Because if he starts dying, that's a bad sign for us? He mentioned breathing..." Kirt then says, "Yondur, that was rude even for you." Yondur replies, "Yondur the Great, Kirt, Yondur the Great." Kirt finally gets the lock unlocked. "Phew... this is one nice lock for an antique, I tell ya." the door opens to reveal a staircase.
"Canaries were used by minors as a warning for bad air," Lucky explains.  He turns to Superbird.  "I at least care if something bad happens to you."
Terdisas nods, "There are certain flaws with that intention when it comes to familiars, seeing how nothing much permanent happens to them so long as their owner is intact... Oh dear, you appear to have gotten cobwebs in the back of your hair Yondur the Great" Ridiculous bluff score, GO!
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Yondur meeps and begins dancing around, patting away at his hair. "GetitoffGetitoffGetitoffGetitoff!" the others laugh. They can't even comment. Just then, their laughter is interrupted by growling.
Lucky was afraid growling might happen.  "Keep sharp!" he warns, "Probably something nasty again."  He readies a blessing for his allies for the moment combat begins.
Terdisas is having one of those moments where he wishes he had a ridiculous nature skill to go along with his diplomacy skill.  The ever manly Sorcerer once more takes place behind Lucky... At least he's not flailing at his hair.
Kalinka has connected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "hi there"
<OOC> Kalinka waves hello.
<OOC> Kalinka didn't know if you guys would be on since I saw nobody yesterday.
<OOC> You say, "Most days, we're on. Yesterday was the "either Mon or Tues, Chris and Tim have DnD night" day"
A large demonic looking wolf enters the room, eyes glowing, teeth baring and it growls an impressive growl that would make a young dragon reconsider. It seems especially ticked at Lucky for existing and begins walking closer.
<OOC> Kalinka looks at a video, "A decepticon convenience store is a lot more funny a concept than it should be."
Lucky lets loose the prayer he had prepared, buffing his allies, and attacking the wolf simultaneously.  "Anyone here know what the heck that thing is or why it hates me specifically?" he asks, making sure there's a defender between himself and the beast.
<OOC> Terdisas wonders if a tiny con that makes up the slurpie machine gets dizzy?
Terdisas constantly second guesses himself when it comes to souped up animals.  On the one hand, animal so probably reflexy.  On the other hand, large animal so probably fortitudish.  "Hopefully Yondur the great may have some insight."  The sorcerer makes a half assed 'I have training but no INT mod' Arcana check on the principle of the matter, and prepares to try and Thunder wave the wolf back to the opposite side of the room if it makes a move for Lucky... Okay, if it makes a move for any of them... Yes, even Yondur.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "No, but it has Ironhide getting caught looking at a dirty magazine at the magazine rack. And Soundwave trolling Starscream by doing some kinda 'keep-away' gesture and not handing him his purchase."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "No Backstabbers Monthly for YOU starscream."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Kinda funny how he suddenly lifted up the whole display case on the front counter while Starscream was trying to grab for it."
Yondur says, "It hates you because it's from the Abyss, duh! It's a demon wolf! One of Y'nogul's!" he fires an arrow at it while the defender does, indeed get in Lucky's way. As Terdisas fires some thunder at the wolf, a pillar of fire gets fired at it from another direction. And Terdisas is the party's only magic user. The wolf hardly notices the fire.
<OOC> You say, "RL"
"Thank you whoever you are," Lucky says to the mysterious mage tossing fire in, "Right.  So I'll just keep my distance then..."  He launches another holy volley at the wolf.
<OOC> Lucky says, "aafk"
Terdisas will make it his business to fire ice Anvils and... basically just that, at the wolf whenever he can.  Hey, it's only push 1 on a hit butt that's still at least messing with the melee critter slightly.  untill it makes with fire breath or something.  "Good answer Yondur."  "Chirp, if not so good for us."  On that note, Superbird flies off some to try and get a better view of the area.
<OOC> You say, "bak"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
Best view Superbird can get of a room that's indoors is going to an upper corner of said room. Where he can see the party and the wolf going at it. The fight continues like this with the wolf demonstrating demonic traits, but eventually, the party is able to take the beast down. The mysterious helper comes into view and it's a little girl... tiefling.
Lucky smiles and waves from where he's resting.  "Hi there, cutie," he says in a friendly tone, "Thanks for helping us fight that monster.  My name is Lucky, Cleric of Avandra.  This is Terdisas, and (insert NPC names here).  What's your name?"
<OOC> Lucky has bad memory and has a spammed with disconnect log.
<OOC> Terdisas patpats.
Terdisas while normally would not be to surprised at meeting a Teifling, is even less so considering their current location are 'Tiefling Ruins'.  "Always a pleasure to meet someone who works towards keeping us alive as opposed to otherwise." If the 'mysterious' fire attacks never switched over to 'not fire' standard attacks... He'll refrain from commenting.  When nobody on their side got too hurt, 'it's the thought that counts' carries more weight.
Indeed it never did switch from fire. She looks worried, teary-eyed, etc. "My gosh, are you all OK?! Is that thing really dead?!" she half-panics, jogging in place with her shoulders shrugged in a cringe and her hands up to her chest. One of the humans says, "Calm down, kid. It's dead. Look." he kicks the body. "See?" The tiefling starts to calm a little and starts slowly walking to the group. "I'm Shina... sorry I wasn't much help, but... well... fire's all that ever comes outta me and I think this creepy thing musta been immune to it or something..." Yondur contests, "Actually, just resistant. If you had stronger fire, you might have hurt it." Shina is about 10 feet from the group at this point.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "I.... I don't think My infernal warlock has EVER used their 'comes with infernal pact' attac -.o  except possibly once for giggles"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "though in that case, human thus 'hey, attack from other pacts which I like more! whoo1'"
Lucky smiles helplessly as his heart melts for the child.  "What an adorable little girl you are, Shina," he says, "You have family?  You lonely?  Free hug if you want one."  He opens an arm to her, still seated.
Terdisas smiles at Lucky's non-sarcastic 'would you like a hug?', because those can be nice.  "How long have you been down here Shina?"  It is not the most safe place to travel alone." Even if one does have an ancestral link to the location."
<OOC> You say, "rl"
Shina gives Lucky an unsure look, glances from him to Terdisas and back. Then hurries over to get a quick hug. "I was wandering around when I found the entrance and followed the way down because I was curious... I dunno how long it's been. Maybe an hour?" she pushes a cheek up with a finger in thought while scratching the top of her head with the tip of her tail.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
Lucky blows up on his hair.  "Well at this point I'd wager that it would be safer if you stayed with us," he says, giving the girl a gentle squeeze, "There's a chance you could get lost or worse on the way out.  We're not quite done down here, but if you stay back you should be fine if any more danger arises."  He looks to the others to see if they agree.
<OOC> Lucky is handwaving the character's instinct "let's drop everything to take the girl out" in favor of presumed "tim wants the girl to be in dangerous place with the other PCs"
<OOC> Lucky says, "if not guessing right, then replace 'we're not done here' with 'we're done here'"
Terdisas shrugs, "She does appear to hold some skill in defending herself, so her presence would likely add to overall safety."  Superbird comments, "More problems can be solved with fire than cant, tweet."
<OOC> You say, "Well she IS safer with than without. At this point, instinct or no, Lucky might consider Shina was lucky to make it this far and couldn't go out without an escort."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "well, Shina CAN blow things up, yeah.  but also the 'safer together than alone' is a yes"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "and rl bit"
Shina smiled and blushed from Superbird's comment. The group ponders about this and agrees that it's worth taking the girl along to peek farther inside. Thankfully, the wolf seems to be the last bit of danger. They come across what they were looking for: An ancient chest with magic scrolls inside. Rituals put together by the first tieflings.
Kalinka has disconnected.
<OOC> Lucky says, "i meant in regard to proceeding down the stairs rather than straight back from where we came."
<OOC> You say, "Figured that after I typed what I typed. XD"
Lucky breaths in relief.  "Alright.  Let's get out of here."
<OOC> You say, "I'll handwave that the wolf was in the final room. So getting the chest was just a matter of grab and leave."
<OOC> Lucky says, "k"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "back"
<OOC> You say, "wb"
Terdisas wonders if it is a chest full of the 'dark bargains for power' rituals, the 'HaHa we're mastering powers for ourselves without dark bargains' (Blake is a Fan of that subject) Rituals, or a mixed grab bag.  Or possibly just history lessons.  Whatever.  "I suspect our moods will improve greatly once we reach topside once more."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "thanks"
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Fast forwarding a bit, Yondur mostly has everyone listen to him, going on about how he and his men kicked the butt of a demon wolf. He occasionally makes some comment about Bael Turath and its wicked legacy, that nothing good ever came of it, but at least the rituals can be destroyed if, indeed, they are "dark bargains for power" types. Shina doesn't comment.
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Lucky would agree with destroying evil rituals of evil that include evil deeds or lead to evil.  He stays close to the cute girl, offering to hold hands for security.  "Yeah," he answers Terdisas, "I love sky."
<OOC> Lucky says, "oh what a gratifying ending!"
<OOC> Lucky says, "get to use death star gun!"
Terdisas alas, doesn't (and probably will not in higher levels) Know Abyssal or Supernal.  Where's a level 2 head item when you need one?  "How exactly, will we determine their nature?  While the local religious establishments are of the benevolent sort, I still would not be surprised if they destroyed them outright due to their place of origin alone.  No offense meant to you Lucky."  Because Lucky probably wouldn't have gone on the trip and brought them back up if he was of that mindset.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yaaaay"
Huh?  (Type "help" for help.)
<OOC> You say, "No. The Death Star WISHES it was this gun"
<OOC> Lucky says, "fer reals"
<OOC> You say, "rl again"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "probably more >:D feeling than 'I have 12 soulripper gunships' my final 3rd campagin mish ended with.  More! X-Com! Trivia!  In X-Com Interceptor, you stop an alien weapon that's gun barrel is the size of the death star.  By flying through a black hole.  then blowing up a sun."
<OOC> Lucky says, "awesome!"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "...my entire wing squardon died by flying directly into the black hole like morons so I had to do secon half od mish alone....  It's fitting I renamed them all after starfox characters I guess"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "also, your space fighters have side mounted rear view mirrors. because X-Com design is classy like that"
<OOC> Lucky says, "heh"
<OOC> Lucky says, "cyborg race starts with "your leader is a brain in a jar"...  rocking."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "you are brain in jar's clone son in the sequel.  and also, part 1 (only known via credits, as part one your commanders are more along the lines of 'invisible non entity general', despite being on the field)."
Shina skews her mouth to the side as she listens. "Who said religious people hafta see 'em? You could always have some egghead from the arcane academy look 'em over." Yondur speaks up, "Coming from a tiefling, I can only assume that is a bad idea. Perhaps it would be best in elven hands." Shina gives him a silly frown, eyes narrowed and mouth pushed up towards her nose as she clenches her fists.
"Most magical items just let you know what they are by holding them in your hand for a few minutes," Lucky reminds, "Let's all try that first and see what comes of it.  To be honest, I'm hoping these aren't of the kind where we wind up destroying them.  Rather that they're just very valuable and we can sell them to the highest bidder.  Elf, religeous, or otherwise.  Because I'm kinda broke."  He reaches to pet the cute girl then bends over to whisper in her ear.
Lucky pages, "Don't worry, sweetheart.  I trust you." to you.
Terdisas kind of blank stares at Yondur for a moment, before he remembers he's supposed to have a decent CHA stat and Bluff skill.  "I will keep your logic in mind if I ever come across artifacts of the Feywilds, so as to give them to Dwarven researchers if you feel such things are not safe in the hands of the people who wrote them.  Though Shina's suggestion as well as Lucky's mention of the more academically neutral are valid points."
Yondur eyes Terdisas before bursting out laughing. "Good one! After all... only a complete fool would give dangerous, demonic artifacts to the same people who made those for dangerous, demonic reasons." Shina listens to Terdisas and Yondur and squirms a little. She shrugs a shoulder as Lucky whispers in her ear as though it tickled a little. She smiles at him. Then looks at Yondur, "Good thing those people don't even live anymore, unless you count their eternal souls deep in the Shadowfell..." Yondul eyes Shina. "...even a child of their ilk can talk creepy." Shina rolls her eyes. "Right. Creepy. You just took out a demon-wolf the size of a horse and you think I'm creepy. SOMEONE'S priotities are backwards..."
Lucky laughs.  "She has a point," he says, "In any case.  Can we get to the business of getting down to business?  Let's all take each one and see if it tells us what it does."  He points at one.  "Starting with that one?"
<OOC> You say, "Mixed bag, so we don't have to waste time on that. Some normal rituals, some historical documents, and some demonic rituals."
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods, "prefrence for ones picked up, or skimming that detail?"
<OOC> You say, "no clue. Just threw a chest with scrolls in it as a generic "the group was after some nondescript thing""
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Also, late reaction facedesk over the last IC metro post.   And gotchas, any prefrences to deal with this/gloss it over so we move on to next topic/point?  does it involve pantsing Yondur?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "facedesk because...?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "have you read it?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "yea"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "should be self explanatory then? why post for IG when my post has apparently been made for me"
<OOC> Terdisas works on a pose just for the sake of posing.
Terdisas will not strangle Yondur, it would be bad form.  And STR is his dump stat anyways.  "Perhaps they are more used to dealing with dark places and foul beasts than they are dealing with young women.  It is a common result in this business." Terdisas's scroll to examine is a whatever is convenient.
<OOC> You say, "rl again"
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods
First scroll is a "speak with animal" ritual. Next one is "Spices to use on the babies you feed your demon". Next one is "The war of Kalak'geel" and so on. Misc stuff. The group arrive back in town.
<OOC> You say, "Sorry. David keeps peeking in the room and either showing off what he picked for his character, or asking questions. And he would, of course, be making an epic tier character, so this is ongoing attentionspan damage I'm taking"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "delicious baby seasonins? That's just terri....*reads*... don't judge me."
<OOC> You say, "I'm reminded. David plays a cannibal shifter (longtooth) who eats whoever he kills. Recently, the group rescued baby Raichel (who is part of my campaign's pantheon). Dave's character starts sniffing and commenting on how tasty she smells. XD"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Hmm... Eat a God, be offended somsone said Rai was tastey.... Eat a god.... Like Raichel.... tough call!"
<OOC> You say, "I couldn't help but say "So Nicholas eats Raichel. A *reincarnating* deity. She comes back, kills him, resurrects him, kills him again, then makes sure he can forever reincarnate so she can kill him every time. Great going, Einstein." XD"
<OOC> Lucky says, "how very mythic"
<OOC> You say, "Yeah. Sounds like either a Greek god or an Indian god"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "which forever more, would be met with cries of 'Totaly worth It! AaaaaaIGHAERARGBLAGSGdfgfg""
"Right.  So.  Let's destroy the obviously evil ones, and auction the rest.  Agreed?" Lucky asks.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "it was a great mystery how he pulled off that exact scream every time"
<OOC> You say, "LoL"
The others seem to agree. After all, the historical documents are confirmed as being completely unmagical.
Terdisas says "At least the obviously evil ones that are more than merely academic if creepy facts."  The baby seasoning recipe while tacky, won't exactly open a dark void to the far realm.  yes, like that narrative bit just said!
<OOC> Raikoo good, good.  My spell of masking magical properties worked as plan.
<OOC> Terdisas fistshakes.
Soon, the party splits off at the Hero's Guild and Shina flops in a chair, blowing upward. She looks over at Terdisas and Superbird. "I have a familiar too..." she comments. She snaps her fingers and this crow appears on her shoulder, made of dancing clouds of shadow that occasionally spurt with white noise. It has a pair of pure-white pearly eyes.
Lucky is happy he isn't broke any more.  "Not a bad profit," he says, patting his now fat money bag, "Considering the danger involved, though...  I'd say the risk was only worth it now that we have this lovely young lady rescued.  That's a rather fancy familiar you got there, Shina.  So back to my earlier question.  Family?"
Terdisas's familiar approves, "As nice as Honey is, I've got to say you have better taste in familiars, tweet."  See?  Terdisas miiight have kept a few of the more academic and basic arcane details scrolls somewhere for Shina to 'find' later.  Just possibly.  This possibility would be more plasuable if he had Thievery training to go with his high dex stat.  Of course, not like this would Surprise Shina *bricked for familiar Pun*.
<OOC> Lucky fails to get the pun.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "White-Eyed Crow's passive benifit is that you cant be surprised"
<OOC> Lucky says, "o.o"
<OOC> You say, "In Metro card drawing, what is RJ!"
<OOC> You say, "?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "red joker. ow."
<OOC> You say, "What's wrong with that?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "jokers=0 in metro. and I belive also have either chance or guarantee hazy area of 'gm call' for 'insta fail'.  but, since you made spades your trump stat, you only deal with the first card for sonic power.  which is a queen, so you should be decentish"
Shina smiles at Superbird. Or was that Terdisas saying "tweet"? "Thanks." she then looks at Lucky and says, "I'm very far from home right now. Some mean men kidnapped me and officials from Unity rescued me. But I like to sneak out and explore the local woods..."
Lucky ahs.  "They're probably worried for you right now," he says, "I'm sure they'd be a little more ready to let you go explore if you had, say, a cleric with you?"  He gives her a smirk and wink.
Superbird, we put the stock bird noise dialogue in and everything.  "It is difficult at times to decide if pointing out 'if a Cleric fails to protect you, they can patch you back up', is a good point to bring up or a bad point to bring up in such persuasions.  It is good to hear that you were freed at least, if not so much the events that made you need to be."
<OOC> You say, "I'mma pause there and concentrate on my Ascension posts."
<OOC> You say, "Good night. God bless."
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods, "sleep well."

Log 07

<OOC> Lucky says, "yeah."
<OOC> Lucky says, "as a thought... i'm thinking of keeping track of our DnD RPs since this time around ongoing seems to be working out."
Raichel is in the guild, studying a book and looking like she is slightly frustrated with such. She looks at her hand, sparks fly about. She then looks at the book again and sighs.
<OOC> Lucky says, "specifically, after 10 or so RPs, we level up to level 2."
<OOC> Joe says, "whoo! Legitimate ownership of both a familliar and Becomer!"
Lucky approaches, hands behind his back.  He leans forward and tilts his head in curiosity.  "You ok there, Raichel?" he asks, "Maybe it wouldn't hurt to take a break?"
<OOC> You say, "sld"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "which as murphy demands, doesnt happen at all till poses are goin. poor Chris"
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
<OOC> Lucky says, "ty"
<OOC> Lucky says, "last seen: my own post"
Terdisas's lightning sense is tingling... Okay, so Storm Sorcerers don't have a lightning sense.  "While the traditional image that comes to mind of studying the arcane involves a tome and a library like setting, such is often inadequate for real practice in 'this is how lightning leaps across a room, or keep that from happening'.  This is frequently given further difficulty by the fact they do not normally let you leave with the books."  "Tweet, kinda awkward, but you did miss the librarian."  "...Thank you."  "you're welcome, chirp."
<OOC> You say, "sld"
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
Raichel notices the two and says, "Yeah... a break would be good..." the book does seem to be about lightning, it's habits, effects, and how it flows in the arcane. "I'm... not a bookworm. I don't study by reading. I study by watching." she gives a helpless smile at the two.
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Lucky ahs.  "Well I'm impressed you're brancing into new ways of learning," he says with a smile, "I tend to learn by making mistakes, heh.  Sounds like Terdisas can empathise.  I'm in the mood for hot chocholate.  How about you two?"
Terdisas nods.  "Delicious coco (cocoa? What, spellchecker says both are right okay!?) is something I would not be adverse to.  I suppose afterwards if you prefer the observation method I could put my own meager skills to use outside."  Terdisas learned quickly that the flows of lightning when it comes to the Arcane... Aren't.  You pick up on these things when a lightning strike to one person somehow means someone else fifty feet away, in another building, inside a locked closet, are also zapped when nothing else is.
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Raichel nods. "Yeah. Chocolate." she gets up, follows the two, gets some, then sits at the fireplace with them. "I just wanna be better at using my power is all.."
<OOC> You say, "Honey: Standard sorc who has access to all sorc powers, cosmic focus. Bethany: same story, if wild sorc build. Raichel: Lightning and Thunder ONLY, not because choice, but because it's the only power she has RP-wise. Shina: Same story, but with fire. I'm giving her a bit of an "infernal" background with a demon-dragon of fire who had imbued her ancestors with fire powers."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Terdisas is using a Dragon Sorc as his second pick at-will ;D"
<OOC> You say, "With those four, I explore ALL sorcery. :)"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "oh wait no, Dragonfrost just has the name and 'you ignore this resistance type' ice damage.  no style specific extras.  But yeah, combo 'didnt want to be nothing but lighthing/thunder with my storm sorc', and combo 'look for powers that cant hurt allies'."
Lucky gets some hot chocholate and sits at the fireplace as well.  "Greater skill in battle tends to come from actual battle," he comments, sipping, "Or so I've heard.  A soldier can train and train for years and still only be a match for a pair of kobolds where an adventurer who goes out and fights kobolds on a regular basis gets to the point of being a match for a dozen all by himself in the span of one year.  Of course, that takes into account the fact that he likely picks up several magic items in his adventures.  Tactics on the other hand...  I'm rambling."
Raikoo has connected.
<OOC> Terdisas waves
<OOC> Raichel waves
Terdisas says "You say that like nobody else ever rambles on about a subject Lucky.  Although the 'higher competence through surviving lethal situations' seems somewhat true, but it remains to be seen if that is from success rate or nobody paying attention to most who fail."  Also, those kobolds never had to level up, they started at a higher level than you.  How does that feel?... Pretty good if you're the one alive at the end actually.
<OOC> Raikoo waves, shares dinner with.  noodles and veggies.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "food=good"
<OOC> You say, "yum"
Raichel relaxes while listening. "Well that's because you form habits and instincts. That's very hard to train. A lot easier to learn by practice in actual combat. But this may surprise you: I wasn't trying to learn combat. I was trying to learn practical, utility uses. Like... what if I could light a torch with a low-powered lightning strike? What if I could heal a warforged with lightning? What if I could work a waterwheel or windmill with thunder? What if I could guide weather and make it rain in a drout? I mean... not everything has to be about combat. Right?"
Lucky gawks at Raichel.  An adventurer who doesn't always think in terms of combat!  Wow!  "I'm impressed," he says with a smile, "It's refreshing to meet an adventurer who thinks of less violent ways to use their abilities.  Myself, I find it ironic that most of my abilities cause harm.  I'm a healer and the prayers given my by my goddess are focused on hurt.  Ironic, right?  Sad really.  Thanks for the backup, by the way, Terdisas.  You tend to make me feel better about myself whenever I feel like I've put my foot in my mouth."
<OOC> Raikoo says, "Nope, doesn't have to be about combat.  There's entertaining children, cuddling, performing public services, snuggling, cooking, ect.  n.n"
<OOC> You say, "afk"
<OOC> Lucky imagined that the majority of the adventurers in the guild are typical "i can defeat such-and-such all by myself!" types.
<OOC> Raikoo nods, "So how's everyone doing anyway?
<OOC> Terdisas says, "doin pretty goods.  you?"
Terdisas comments "Pole vaulting with ice has been closest to that I've gone so far.  One of the more widely documented and frequently proven true issues with inborn sorcerous power is that there is rarely a 'low' setting.  Which is part of why I've focused myself on as much control possible over the more common widespread explosions."  Utility powers aside.  But these things happen when one of your class's primary features is 'I do extra damage no matter what'.  "Glad to be of some comfort Lucky, though I was hardly needed in this case.  Maybe when you actually make a verbal stumble I'll help you out there."
<OOC> Raikoo says, "Doing fairly good.  Food tends to help that."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "that it does"
Raichel scriggly-faces at Lucky's gawking. "....is it really that hard to find people who do something other than brutalize? I mean... I'm pretty sure I saw an adventurer tie his shoes the other day." That last part said with a chuckle as though she's going into the realm of teasing Lucky. "But yeah. It's ironic. And sometimes tiresome. But that's how it is... sometimes the best heal is beating the enemy fast so they don't even hurt anyone." She turns to look at Terdisas and says, "Rarely a low setting... but I'm trying. The power comes from within me, you know. Just like the term "pulling punches" refers to someone who has control over how hard they punch, my fist and my lightning are equally part of me... you would think I could learn to control that."
<OOC> Raichel :)
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
<OOC> You say, "ty"
Lucky blushes a little from the tease.  "Sometimes even the threat of missing out on harpy hugs doesn't sway them," he reminds, "I think I can help you out with the pulling punches thing.  It's the first thing I learned, and what I insisted on knowing before I started this... occupation.  It's surprisingly easy to learn.  And you've got a willing punching bag...erm... teacher."  He raises his hand.  "And thanks again, Terdisas."
<OOC> Lucky says, "as a reminder, I'm sticking very strictly to DnD 4e rules."
<OOC> Lucky says, "so all that stuff about "rangers can will their arrowed enemies to stop bleeding" applies."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "well, I suppose it is a form of convenience for you there when you only have to worry about 4th ed rules from me, seeinghow those are the onle ones I know offhand ;D  even my half typed in prep post coming up mentiones the 'non killing' :D"
<OOC> Raikoo says, "That's neat.  o.o"
<OOC> Lucky says, "yeah."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah. Kill/KO is now personal choice... oh sweet jebus thank you.  amusingly, this snapped an encounter in half one time, when an enemy was supposed to be able to ressurect killed minions as zombies, heh"
<OOC> Lucky says, "any attack, regardless of the flavor, players can choose to... what joe said."
<OOC> Raikoo says, "Roll a 1 and accidently hit a teammate with that arrow.  "Oops, sorry dude.  My bad!'"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "because even when you can be nonlethal heroic, the profesional writers still expect BLOOOOOOOD"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "also, no more crit fumbles yaaaay!"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "you still miss though *gets to posin*"
<OOC> Lucky says, "yeah.  crit fumbles make me facepalm."
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Terdisas nods, "True.  While utility purposes are less easy to grasp, I have found myself at least able to at least vary the lethality from 'nail zombie head to stone wall' to 'severe bruising'.  But even that is something you do not want clipping your allies or innocents in the process."  No, no, It's okay Ma'am.  That giant fireball that hit your son as well as the hostage taker was set to 'KO' burning... Well I'm sure his eyebrows will grow back eventually.  "It is a valid concern to have Lucky, I always feel I have failed somewhat when I can not persuade others away from violence."  Well, at lest when its the persuasion that means violence isn't directed at HIM.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah.  Terdisas's worry is getting a GOOD attack roll... with area powers that can cause friendly fire, as opposed to bad rolls."
<OOC> You say, "If we had a 1 in 20 chance to fumble in real life at any given task we do, life would suck. I'd have a LOT of horrible pics drawn and martial arts classes would have a LOT more bruises from people just plain doing that badly."
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<OOC> Raikoo imagines that somewhere out there in the world there is atleast one hardcore D&D fan that does dice rolls, and some day he'll roll a 1 on Street Crossing, then attempt to make a saving throw vs moving vehicle.
<OOC> Lucky says, "lol!"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "you know, I brought up the 'would you trust traffic?' example in regards to a games difficulty scale just the other day, heh"
Raichel ohs and OKs at Lucky. She listens to him and Terdisas. "All help appreciated. Thanks. I'm looking to control. From there, I think I can figure a lot more out." she sips her chocolate. "So I heard you guys rescued a tiefling girl the other day?"
<OOC> You say, "One GM had his players roll to see if they choked on their food when the character was simply eating. >.> Yeah. I have an honest-to-goodness problem swallowing. I have only puked three times from this problem in about 3 or 4 years of having this problem."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "one of my failed perc checks in Champions mush (to be allowed to dodge the illigal according to house rules invisible sniper yet again)... they said 'your blind' me 'wut? why?'  'crit fail, you have to... I dont know, maybe you had a small seizure?'"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yes. rolling a 1 on a perc check=possible seizure"
Lucky nods.  "Yeah.  Poor girl.  Kidnapped from her family, and taken so far from them it'll be a long while before she can return to them.  And on top of that people mistreat her just because she's a Tiefling."  He glances at Terdisas.  "Really?  I got the impression you were annoyed with me for trying to talk things out with those goblin ambushers the other day."
<OOC> Raikoo remember the one time he actually played D&D..  was an Elven Griffin-Rider that weilded a rapier.  I rolled a 1 for some attack, and the GM said that I tripped over something, the sword hit thr ground and sprung back up to hit me in the face with the handle.  And I was like, 'Uh... okay..  Didn't know elves could trip on things.'
<OOC> Terdisas says, "only when it's funny... to someone else."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "your lucky you didnt land eye first on the blade really.  some logic makes some GM's turn crit fail into 'crit sucess on nearest ally'"
Terdisas says "There is 'trying to talk things out', and there is 'throw nearly all you own at bandits'.  I'm sure you remember just why we were on that trip we helped Shina in the first place."  he turns to Raichel and says "Though what Lucky says regarding our recent acquaintance is unfortunately true.  Though at least at the time we met, she was in far less danger than we were."
Raichel ohs and goshes. "Well... at least she has you two for friends now." she then scriggly-faces at the mention of throwing everything at goblins. "Wait what? Are you talking about the goblins that took the cute halfling girl for her "gold hair"? I don't remember this giving money to goblins, but I did join you guys in the middle of your quest...."
Lucky nods.  "Yeah.  I make it a point to visit her every day and take her for a walk.  As for the goblins, well...  When we were scouting for the goblin camp, a group of them ambushed me and Terdisas.  I convinced them to just take our money without violence."  He glances at Terdisas.  "Apparently he doesn't approve."
Terdisas says "I doubt we would agree on everything Lucky.  This is one of those things.  It comes back to the irony of getting violent anyways as that was the method by which we cured your devastated financial situation."  Not to mention if 'ambush' comes to mean 'give up', then there will be a large number of encoutners Lucky will never feel they can win.  Especially if profesional module writers get anywhere near this RP.
Raichel listens and says, "I'm surprised they didn't get greedy and demand more, like your clothes."
<OOC> You say, "which crossed my mind at the time of the RP"
<OOC> You say, "And SFH posts made. XD"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "DnD posts made on my end."
Lucky shrugs.  "Well it's nice to know that at least in some situations you preferr diplomacy to violence.  That time you didn't zapinate those two quarreling men comes to mind.  Sadly that degenerated into violence too."  Heavy sigh.  "The goblins agreed to let us go because I mentioned the possiblility for more gold if they did so.  And while demon wolves aren't nice to have to fight, I'd rather be fighting a monster like that than an unreasonable person...  Not that I didn't get some satisfaction for beating senseless that guy that threatened Raichel."
<OOC> You say, "sld"
Lucky has reconnected.
Terdisas nods, "A crowd of bandits that want your valuables and care nothing for your life, still has more moral complexity than a pack of zombies.  Also, where would they even conveniently sell our outfits around here?"  This could be the leading cause of magic items that Goblins aren't using stored low level lairs.  So, why aren't we using this magic cloth armor?  Because we have leather armor.  Why arent we selling it?  Stores wont buy them.  Why are we keeping it?  its worth money.
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Raichel glances at Lucky when he mentions the guy who threatened Raichel. "....thanks. Too bad the world doesn't just work the way we want it to. Poor Kyokuu not realizing that. I hope she's gotten over that whole ordeal by now." she looks at her empty mug. Then to the guys. "One of my major goals is to be so good at fighting that I can win without physically hurting my opponent. Instant knockouts, talking people out of fighting, or just plain flipping people onto their backs with a soft landing. Hey... a girl can dream." she wants to aim for it. But doesn't believe it will be possible. She is convinced she will forever have to hurt someone badly every time.
<OOC> You say, "posted on DnD stuffs. Yay."
<OOC> Terdisas says  "I'm sorry, they landed on... their keys."   "Nooooooooooooooo!"
Lucky skews his lips.  "I aspire to be able to prevent fights from happening... but to prevent pain once the fight starts?  Wow.  Lofty goal there.  No idea how they'd sell our stuff, but that doesn't stop people like that from taking them.  I tried to point out they wouldn't find any buyers for Callie's hair..."
Terdisas finger raises, "Confidence in hair sales was oddly my largest point of annoyance.  Possibly from just how pathetic a reason for violence and kidnapping it was.  As for goals, I do not have any grand or moderate ones as of yet.  Getting by and not detonating allies, and see where it goes from there."
Raichel nods. "Nothing wrong with goals like that, Terdisas." She chuckles some. "Still... after seeing that halfling, can't much blame them. Though they'd be better off selling her smile if you ask me. Kinda wish sometimes that my hair was that nice." she idly fidgets with her hair. "But I like my hair the way it is." she smiles. Then looks at Lucky. "I'm pretty good at the flipping thing already in a controlled environment. Care for a demo?"
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
<OOC> Lucky says, "last i saw was my own post"
<OOC> You say, "I'll @paste the poses...."
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Lucky sucks in his lips.  "Well I did volunteer to be your test dummy," he points out, "So it goes to follow I'd be willing to help with practicing something you're already good at."  He glances at Terdisas and nods in agreement.  "Not hurting allies.  Surprisingly harder than it sounds.  Of course, I'm including emotional hurt."
Terdisas says "Alas, I do not think mastery of emotional pacifism is within grasp of even the Gods."  "Chirp, what if they threaten to smite you if you're sensitive?"  "Both missing, and accomplishing the point."  The Sorcerer considers the other matter, and says "If you'd prefer I get tossed around instead, I suppose I could make the attempt before I change my mind?"
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Raichel stands up and walks to an open area and smiles at the two guys, beconing to them.
Lucky steps forward and readies his spear, pointing the blunt end at Raichel.  "So I suppos I come at you with an attack?" he asks.
<OOC> Lucky is choosing not to comment on gods hurting feelings.
<OOC> Raichel isn't commenting because Raichel agrees with Terdisas.
Terdisas follows along, "Tweet, yeah, that would save the effort of her walking up to him."  Terdisas eyerolls.
Raichel nods at Lucky. She sinks down slightly in a ready stance. Should he poke at her with the spear, she will grab hold of it and "roll" alongside it to close the distance in hopes of putting her foot behind his and shove him. Of course, she would have a hand on his arm if she gets away with all this, in order to slow Lucky's fall enough to let him down gently.
Lucky didn't really know what to expect and all his defenses are based on his stature and weight.... Which Raichel expertly uses to her advantage.  He lands on the ground with a chainmail-jingle and a light thud.  He lays there blink-blinking at the ceiling.  "Wow," he says with a smirk, "That was... fast."
Terdisas says "Probably faster if it was me, considering I'm more 'shoot at them from here and hope they don't stab me' end of melee practice and training."  Well, occasionally there is a nifty 'stab with knife and make them EXPLODE!' power, or entire feat making everything he does that.  But he likes Staffs of 'explode harder' more than knives.
Raichel helps Lucky back to his feet and is not sure she understands what Terdisas is saying. "I still have to get in close to do my more melee oriented stuff... so against someone like you, Terdisas, I'd be better off just shooting lightning until I got close. Part of why I'm trying to learn control over it... I'm hoping I can do something similar with my lightning: Knock 'em down without hurting them." she laces her hands together with a smile. "But thanks for the vote of confidence."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "... actually a Ter Vs Raichel fight would be all kinds of 'everyone is dogeing everything' crazy due to the whole reflex defense aspect they both have... until the first one of them to realize 'oh, right. target fort *SMASH*'"
Lucky accepts Raichels hand-up and gives her a smile as he stands back up.  "Well I'm offering to help with that as I mentioned.  I too have every confidence in you."
<OOC> Lucky says, "fiiiinally beat mission 3.  sheesh.  or was it mission 2?  easy to lose track when each mission keeps going, "oh, and do THIS too!""
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah, part 2 it also EXPANDS THE UNIVERSE.  or rather, lets you see and zoom out to another section of map at times, heh.  I didnt see part 1 on steam when I checked out of morbid curiosity.  your badass for dealing with part 1"
<OOC> Lucky says, "heh ty"
Terdisas says "Well, I will fill you in on any progress I make towards painless attacks as opposed to merely non-fatal if you fill me on regarding such matters."  Hint, Raichel will probably have more luck than Terdisas does.  "As for your getting close enough, your skill comes with the fitting result that lightning will rarely touch you, let alone harm you."  Oh no, we're under attack by a Monk!  Quick! Make vs reflex attacks!.... wait.
<OOC> You say, "as much fun as I'm having, I should pause there. Good night, ty for RP, God bless"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "sleep well"

Log 08

<OOC> You say, "log ready. Setting scene"
Timothius is casually hanging out in the hero guild. He had heard there was a pair of heroes here that were nice to Raichel and wanted to meet them. Rai is busy with in-town chores, but Tim kinda planned it that way so he could meet these guys without making Rai blush too much. Shouldn't be hard to spot a shifter hanging out with a human that has a pet talking bird.
Lucky is busy writing a letter, referencing a pile of books on the table in front of him.  He looks a bit flustered.
<OOC> You say, "Something I am admittedly liking about the online Character Builder is the "BOLD LETTERS" on the pertinent stats for a race or class. Then "Semi bold" letters on secondary. Then faded for the completely impertinent ones. It's very visual that way."
<OOC> Lucky :)
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods.
Terdisas is indeed hanging out with Lucky, though also trying not to bother them too much at the moment considering there is less possibility of 'backspace' in physically writing a letter.  Superbird has also resisted the urge to perch on Lucky's shoulder to shoulder read literally.
Timothius walks over to the two and has a seat. He looks at Terdisas and speaks quietly, "Hi there. Are you Terdisas?"
Lucky glances up from his letter and raises an eyebrow.  He waves rather than interrupt, but quickly puts the letter away and closes the books.
Terdisas turns to the opposite color (if this is white version, not so much if its the brownish version of Timothius) of Lucky Shifter and nods,  "Indeed, I am Terdisas.  Might I ask who you are, and what I could do for you?"
Timothius is, in fact, brown version. "I wanted to thank you and your friend Lucky for being kind to Raichel and looking out for her. She told me you came off as friends rather than what she is used to: People with something to prove."
Lucky raises an eyebrow and gives a slight side-smile.  "You're most welcome," he says with a nod, "I'm greatful to her for her help in rescuing Callie.  And standing up for what's right.  You sure look a lot like her, sir...  any relation?"
Terdisas says "Thank you, but I must admit there was something I did feel the need to prove."  "Chirp, which thing was that?"  "That I am not a Jerk."  Superbird sidewaysfaults.
Timothius nods to Lucky. "I'm her twin brother." he answers before looking at Terdisas. "Any particular reason you feel the need to prove that? I'm sure most don't assume that of you right away..."
Lucky raises an eyebrow at Terdisas.  "Yeah... what he said.  Did you get the impression you offended her somehow?"
<OOC> You say, "afk"
Terdisas says "Fortunately, that was more of a joke than it was effort needed prove such."  one of the downsides of a huge Bluff skill.  People seem to take you literally far more often.
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods
<OOC> You say, "bak"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
Timothius ohs and nods to Terdisas. "Oh, OK..." he looks at Lucky. "Sorry if I was interrupting. Didn't mean to."
Lucky looks apologetic and headshakes.  "No not at all," he says, "I wasn't getting anywhere anyway.  Twins you say?  That's neat.  I wish I had siblings.  You two get along well, I take it?"  He ohs at Terdisas. "Well good then."
<OOC> You say, "sld"
<OOC> Terdisas nods
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
Terdisas says "Lucky could use the excuse for a break.  Though while I am glad to hear we have left a good impression, I am not so happy to hear of how most of her previous meetings have gone if showoffs are what she is used to."
<OOC> Lucky says, "ty"
Timothius ohs and says, "Well it's not always like that. Just usually... people don't like being shown up and well... Raichel has a way of making the proud feel threatened by her. So I guess you guys must be humble." he winks. Then looks at Lucky. "I love being her twin. She and I sometimes say the same things or finish each others' sentences... she's really cool. Then again, I hear I'm lucky to get along with my sibs so well..."
Lucky earpirks and smiles.  "Sibs plural?" he asks with enthusiasm, "Yes you are lucky.  What's the rest of your family like?"
Lucky says, "And what Terdisas said."
<OOC> Lucky is failing today.  :p
<OOC> Terdisas patpats. "not quite. I'll let you know when you get there though" ;D
<OOC> Lucky says, "*sarcastic tone* Gee... thanks."
<OOC> Lucky is in a wonderful mood by the way.
<OOC> Terdisas crawls back into his seat, "Your sarcasm beat me up and stole my wallet."
<OOC> Lucky says, "o.O  ...sorry?  *punishes the sarcasm*"
<OOC> Timothius is in an "eh" mood. I'm sure it will improve once Chris and I get these DnD threads on RPOL started and moving along.
Terdisas shrugs, "I wouldn't say humble, so much as skewed priorities.  Raichel is a wonderful girl who happens to have some decent values and impressive skill.  Why be upset over this?  Now, if she was someone who put her skills to looting and kicking people down stairwells if they looked at her funny, of course my ego would feel threatened by her alongside my bone structure."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "anything I can do from over here on the internet to help mood?"
You page, "There is an entire 5-page comic with Sparky being naked, but nothing is showing. Want that one out? Because if I delete page 2, I kinda have to delete pages 1, 3, 4 and 5 as well." to Lucky.
<OOC> Lucky says, "uh... think positive thoughts?"
<OOC> Timothius is trying to, yes.
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Lucky pages, "would rather no naked cherubs, yes.  would also rather you get to such when you're feeling better than 'eh'" to you.
<OOC> Timothius is probably just emotionally drained from earlier talks about Unity compounded by recent private talk.
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods.
<OOC> Lucky offers a hug.
You page, "Better I do it now than later. I'm an anti-procrastinator." to Lucky.
<OOC> You say, "sld"
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
Timothius is feeling more confident by what Ter said. Then nods to Lucky. "Older sister. Mom, Dad. My older sis is an adventure addict. Some call her an adrenaline junkie, but that is only one thing that falls under her adventure addiction. Mom's got sugar for blood and makes even my sis look lazy. Dad's usually tense, but that's 'cause he's always angry about the wrongs of the world. And Rai, well, you've met. She's very balanced. Me, well, I'm a bit of a passifist and try to minimize the amount of violence in any given situation. Heh... Raichel said you'd like that about me."
You page, "Decided to keep pages 3, 4 and 5 anyways. Go check the gallery now and see if you are fine with those pages. Browse Galler -> Scrapbook -> Next page until you see "Cherubs Comic Page 05" and so on." to Lucky.
Lucky has reconnected.
"People often feel upset over goodie-goodies like Raichel because they make them look immoral by comparison," Lucky explains to Terdisas, "I try to keep things in perspective.  Such as reminding myself that a boastful racist hero is still a hero."  He looks to Timothius and smiles, "Sounds nice," he says, "I'm jealous."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb once more"
<OOC> Lucky says, "ty once more"
You page, "Decided to keep pages 3, 4 and 5 anyways. Go check the gallery now and see if you are fine with those pages. Browse Galler -> Scrapbook -> Next page until you see "Cherubs Comic Page 05" and so on." to Lucky.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "rl bit"
<OOC> You say, "k"
Terdisas comments, "I can handle being less moral by comparison.  The issues in that regard arise when those who make you look such, have problems with me because of it." Of course, there are bound to be times where Terdisas does similar.  When your primary skills are Bluff, you can hardly be above hypocrisy.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "and back"
<OOC> You say, "wb"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "thanks"
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Timothius nods. "Nobody likes being judged, Terdisas." he looks back at Lucky, "I am sorry you were not blessed with sisters like mine. But life has many wonderful prizes for everyone. Especially those who are good at heart. Who knows? Maybe you will wind up with a wife and children. Then I'll be the jealous one since my sisters will never let me marry, heh."
Lucky nods to Terdisas' comment.  "And then when you think the gods are less moral compared to yourself you have problems with them."  To Timothius he blink-blinks in some surprise.  "Really?  Or are you just kidding?"
Lucky has dropped a connection.
Terdisas just as Lucky ignored a different deity related comment, ignores this comment from lucky.  "I'm certain that you are more than capable of finding the right girl Lucky... Oh, you means Timothius's sitiation."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Did you get my e-mails, Tim?"
<OOC> You say, "Check your email"
Timothius headshakes. "My older sis hates romance with a passion and both sisters don't wanna let me go." Tim is a cleric, though, so he does address the deity issue, "Well yes, lots of people have problems with the gods. Often times, good people hate the evil gods, evil people hate the good gods, and both vary on their hatred of the neutral gods."
"Yes, that," Lucky answers Terdisas.  To Timothius he answers, "Being a cleric of Avandra, I get a little ruffled when someone seems to have a problem with all gods regardless of alignment," Lucky says, "As for your sister hating romance... why?  I can understand being clingy, but... really?  Hate romance?  Never heard of such a thing."
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Terdisas says "It seems Lucky has asked the common single word question for me, Why?"  Superbird comments "Maybe cooties are a very real and deadly threat, tweet?"  Terdisas opens his mouth to refute this, but stops himself,  "Crazier things have proven to be true."
Timothius looks from Lucky to Terdisas and giggles from Superbird. Then headshakes, "It's scarypants for her. So great is her addiction to adventure that the mere hint of not adventuring for so much as one or, heaven forbid, TWO days, is a personal hell for her. Romance leads to spending time away from hacking at monsters. Worse, romance leads to pregnancy, which leads to MONTHS of not being able to adventure just from physical limitation alone. Then there's raising the kid. Then there's the fact people get the most hurt when romantically involved, she she's afraid of worst case scenario: Hubby leaves her for some other woman while she is stuck with a kid who grows up hating her even though she went through the hell of no adventure for years for the kid's sake." he takes a breath. "But yeah... this fear is so great, it doesn't matter that *I* don't mind all that responsibility. The fact it has become scarier than dying for her means "must protect Timothius from that evil thing" for her." he thinks, then nods sagely as if satisfied he explained it well enough.
Lucky sweatdrops.  "Aaand... her parents...?" he starts, wondering if he's getting to nosey, "...they're still married, right?  Where would she get these ideas?  There've been married adventurers.  With children.  Wasn't worse than death for them, was it?  Or is this one of those things where a person is afraid of spiders because they're spiders.  No amount of telling them the truth about spiders being small changes their minds?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "my fault my brother is afraid of spiders (in an incidental, was helping way). will fill in if I havent before"
<OOC> Lucky says, "seriously?"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "I don't like spiders either."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "waaaaaaay back.  we saw a lareish white spider with red spots (at least, thats how ive always remembered it).  brother: thats creepy, kill it.  Me: kay  (picks up chunk of wood nearby. SMASH.... bug guts land on brothers arm*  brother: blarg  Me:... I think that's its lungs.  Brother :BLAAAARG!"
<OOC> Lucky says, "XD"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "more comical thing with less scary recently"
<OOC> Terdisas will tell after he poses
Terdisas considers his diplomacy skill, something he has a primary stat for, training, and familiar bonus to...  He's not touching this one significantly. No sir.  "If you don't mind me asking, how does Raichel feel about this?  You said both your sisters did not want to let you go."  Good job, subject change!... to the same subject. damnit!
<OOC> Terdisas says, "one of those tiny basically harmless but you goosh em anyways spiders had taken up residens on brothers car passenger side rear view mirror.  no matter how many times we brushed it and webs off, it always came back.  nor would any driving dislodge it.  up to and including trip to the mall, destroy web with mcdonalds fry cup from the ground, go shopping, come back with no web.... and see spider and web there next day.  it ended with me over the top jumping up and down on a kleenex I gooshed it with yelling 'die mother *censored* die!'"
<OOC> Lucky says, "sheesh"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "this whole thing was length of twoish weeks"
Timothius answers both, "Raichel thinks, as I do, that Mitts needs to take a chill pill." he looks at Lucky, "But yeah... I've seen her be so sick she can't get out of bed. She cries, screams, pulls on her hair and is only happy asleep because she can dream of adventure. Now imagine pregnancy. *Normal* women turn into ravening beasts when pregnant. An adventureless Mittens would go on a homocidal spree and possibly hang herself just so she can take a quick trip to the Shadowfell for an adventure. Maybe I didn't emphasise enough she is an adventure addict?"
Lucky turns into a cuppy-cake cat-loaf.  "Wow," is all he can think to say.  He recollects himself and asks, "Has anyone outside your family tried to cure her of this addiction?  Surely there must be something more important to her... such as her family?"
Terdisas appears to have taken this news better.  Though Superbird has gone all white feathered white eyed slightly dazed cuckoo bird looking.  "I do believe understatement would accurately describe your prior implication, yes."
Timothius rubs behind his head. "Nope, sorry. Wish I was exaggerating. But conveniently, there is no way to test if family is more important to her or not since her family being in danger means adventure, so of course she'll charge in to save us. Her family safe means someone else needs help more. I'd like to think I'm more important to her than adventure, but..." he shrugs. "No way to tell and I can't take her word for it. But enough about that... do either of you have family?"
Lucky looks sad and shakes his head.  "I was raised in the church sorta speak," he says, "No parents or siblings."  He glances at superbird.  "You ok?"
Terdisas says "I was born and raised in the Amn region.  Due to their particular variety of enforcement when it comes to the arcane, it was most prudent of me to leave my home and family behind when my sorcerous traits first manifested."
Terdisas says, "Though, if I have any siblings, they would be ones I do not know of born since then and never mentioned in letters"
<OOC> Kalinka goes to get ready for work, see you later folks.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "hope work goes decent"
<OOC> You say, "GB"
Timothius seems a little more saddened by Terdisas' story because there is family there, remembered, but far away. "Sorry to hear that.." he says to both. Lucky doesn't really seem to remember his. But he still feels for both of them before looking over at Superbird. "...Superbird? You OK?" he echoes Lucky's question.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Thanks, you too. Have a MOFN"
<OOC> You say, "heh"
Lucky blink-blinks at Terdisas.  "Boy.  Worst place to be born a sorcerer.  About when was it you had to leave home?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "ter post made."
Kalinka has disconnected.
<OOC> You say, "Can we assume your badniks are doing double moves also?"
Terdisas nods, "Your concern is appreciated, though I can hardly bring myself to feel self pity in that regard as my family still lives, and we write to eachother at times at least."  Superbird birdflaptwitchouts in that way birds do, and he's back to Sparrow 'default'.  "I'm good, thanks, cheep."  The sorcerer continues, "I was fourteen at the time." note this number may change cause Ter's plays SO hasnt figured exactly what age he was at that point.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "sure"
<OOC> Terdisas facedesks as he forgot to deal with that XD
<OOC> You say, "Have fun"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "well, exccept the spider who will do loop-the-loops in their cage"
Timothius kinda wishes he HAD brought his sis now. Rai is a girl, so she can get away with hugging. Guys, well, hugging is akward and "unmanly", so he just nods and says, "That's still early... Good to hear they stay in touch."
"What Timothius said," Lucky agrees, "I suppose the standard reason of 'No job there' is the reason for them not moving here with you?"
Terdisas says "Somewhat, yes.  If you are familiar with the arcane difficulties of Amn, then I assume you are also aware of how much time and effort goes into establishing oneself in business there as well.  While I would have had to leave if I did not want my parents or myself deal with the Cowled Wizards, it was my idea for them to not abandon what they had worked towards."
<OOC> You say, "Thinking I'll pause there and concentrate on stuff before bed. Nice RP, guys. God bless."
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods.

Log 09

<OOC> You say, "We're at log 9. One more log and we reach lvl 2."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "fancy."
<OOC> Maverick sets the scene.
Maverick has been lurking the streets of Unity for a couple years now and believes he has perfected his stealth for purposes of spying and infiltrating. From here on, it'll be a matter of seeing how well he can trail adventurers and help them out without being noticed. After all... a boy his age would just be sent back and tossed in an orphanage which he'd just escape. But that's still an inconvenience. Currently, Maverick is hiding behind a wall in the second floor and has a hole drilled so he can peep in on the first floor activities. With an ear cone held up and his eye to the peep hole, Maverick is watching and listening...
<OOC> You say, "second floor of the guild"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "With the janitor tied up and gagged when they opened the utility closet Maverick was hiding in"
<OOC> Lucky says, "heh."
Lucky is reading a book by the fire.  Not much to see or hear when it comes to him at the moment.
Terdisas meanwhile, is consulting a letter.  No, not from his parents, just sales interest responses.  "Chirp, you probably could have got one already by now."  "I would much prefer a staff of this variety that isn't a gnarled mass of jagged points."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "oh huh, there is an ashen cown specifiv +2 Staff of ruin? I wonder what that one is made of? *checks* ....  blackened elven bones..."
A man comes in and says, "There he is." pointing at Lucky. Some guards walk over to Lucky. "We need you to come with us." they say in a procedureal tone, trying not to roll their eyes.
<OOC> Butterfly cries.
Lucky raises an eyebrow.  "Happy to help however I can," he says, closing his book and standing up, "What's this about?"
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<OOC> Maverick pokes Ter
<OOC> Terdisas says, "got RL'd again <.,"
<OOC> Maverick noddles
Terdisas looks over to the latest hassle for the Shifter, and tries to see if he recognizes any of these particular guards.  He somehow doubts they want Lucky to give him cake and party hats.
None are familiar. Well, OK, so one of them is a guard Ter might recognize from around by now. "This man says you raped his wife." from the sound of the guard's voice, it sounds like the guard doesn't believe the accusation. "So we need to take you for questioning and stuff."
Lucky stares at the man in shock.  "Really?" he gasps, "I'd never do such a thing!"  He looks at the guards.  "Of course I'll cooperate.  When did this happen?  Terdisas here spends a considerable amount of time with me.  He may be able to verify where I was at the time."
Superbird has another case of sidewaystilt when the Guards bring up todays problem.  "That is a rather harsh claim, is their wife at least all right at the moment?" Terdisas says.
The guard says, "As well as one can be when upset about being raped. Come on... let's go." Meanwhile, Maverick packs up his stuff and moves to sneak out a window and climbs down to begin shadowing the group on the streets. Fast forwarding a bit, the group is taken to see some lady. She is rather plain looking, but when she sees Lucky, she panics and cries and screams, etc.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "aaaaaw, I was gonna have Ter hire a random shifter for ten silver to walk through the door first ;D... okay not really, but it would have been funny."
Lucky is shocked by the reaction and looks at her with pity in his eyes.  "That poor woman," he says, "Was it wise to bring me here?  Maybe I should step outside."
Terdisas's more cynical side wonders if they would have pointed at the first shifter to walk through the door.  If such were true, it would have cut through some questions very swiftly if they brought along another shifter, and Lucky came in after them.  Though, just because it was unlikely Lucky did anything of the sort didn't mean something bad had not happened to the woman.  "Even when you face such accusations, you still find it in yourself to put others first."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "brbs for food get, yaaaay food"
The guards are upset as well, but take Lucky and Terdisas aside. "We know it wasn't you, but we're going to have to pretend to arrest you. This isn't the first time this happened. There are women being raped, but every last one of them is raped by one of the male adventurers of town. We suspect a Doppleganger is going around assuming the form of adventuerers and then raping women. So if you want to help, I suggest you join the other "rapist adventurers" in patroling the streets at night while the guards patrol by day. These rapes have all been happening at night, so we're expecting an arrest soon. Just be careful... nobody knows what this person is capable of, and there are several changelings known to live here in this city."
Lucky nods.  "Thank you for your part in executing justice," Lucky says, "I'll go willingly.  I wish there was more I could do..."  He follows along.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "this round of 'the gauntlet' included a close call for unplugging the router for who knows how long to 'see if that makes the netflix instant que work better'"
<OOC> Lucky /
<OOC> You say, "XD"
<OOC> Lucky :/
<OOC> Terdisas says, "well, the net HAS been slower than usual.  and netflix was giving her the 'this will be SLOW because you SUCK' messages.  like, instead of 3 red server dots on CoX and just fine, two green or one green = lag for me. etc.  brother says 'mines fine. so its a problem on your end do you know what it is?'  us "...no idea what would be causing it."  bro "well then im clearly right""
Terdisas says, "While I am glad for your faith in our integrity, it is still very troubling that this is occurring in the first place."  "Tweet, your welcome for why you can't be copied, by the way."  "Yes, I suppose it would be beyond a shapeshifter to include a copy of familiars as well."
The motions are made and Lucky "arrested". The guards explain the culprit will be made public once caught so Lucky and the other adventurers can walk free. Eventually, though, Lucky is snuck off elsewhere, where he and Terdisas can plan how they are going to find this culprit.
"I'm thinking the best way to catch this guy is to use bait," Lucky surmises, "We find a woman willing to play the part of helpless victim.  Raichel would probably be a good bet since she's tough without any weapons or armor.  Then we wait in ambush as she cries and asks for a hero."
Terdisas says "Aside from the fact I would prefer not to refer to friends as 'bait', I feel it is safe to assume that anyone specifically using people who frequent the guild as their cover would recognize Raichel."
A paper note crumpled into a ball flies over towards Lucky with intent to bounce off him. To save headaches, picking it up to read it reveals an address and this: "She is a changeling and may be willing to help."
Lucky raises an eyebrow and looks around.  "Um... thanks?"  He shares the note with Terdisas.  "Worth a shot, right?"
Superbird Shoulder reads and comments, "Well, not like we have any better ideas, tweet."  Terdisas nods, "That does seem to be the case unfortunately."
More fast forwarding along, when they knock at the door, a pretty young human lady with brillian red hair answers. "Hello... how can I help you?"
Lucky unfolds the paper and shows it to her.  He gives a quick but detailed recap.  "Someone thought you'd be willing to help catch the bad-guy."
Terdisas nods, "It feels somewhat intrusive to ask, but even if all you offer is advice we would appreciate it greatly, as would the victims.  Unless you wish it so we will not mention your involvement, if any."
The lady rubs her fingers against her lips as she ponders, looking at the ground and listening. Then faces the two. "I would be happy to help." staying out of public sight, she pulls her hair back into a ponytail as the hair shifts to a dirty blond color. Her eyes turn blue and a few facial features shift slightly. "I will appear like so and will be walking about at night. Please... be sure to follow me as silently and as far from me as you can get away with." she changes back to normal, letting her hair loose again. "I will give you a signal. Also... be absolutely sure you do not kill him. We need him alive for evidence that he is THE guy copying people. My word alone is not enough, especially given that I am a registered Changeling..."
Lucky nods.  "Thank you so much, miss," he says, "I'll be watching closely."  Which, of course, he does.
<OOC> You say, "Can't help but feel Lucky is not into this RP"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "I dont quite feel that, most of my poses have been of simmilar size to Chris's.  but He gets to pose right underneath your more epic than usual text blocks"
Terdisas nods, "It would hardly do to leave you with blame for your actions to help others.  Rest assured that the culprit will not die by our hands."  Unless the guard ask them to execute them or something.
Fast forwarding once again. It's late at night and the Changeling lady is wandering the streets "alone" with Ter and Lucky trailing her. And someone else. A shadowy figure can be seen trailing her...
<OOC> Lucky says, "sorry for giving such an impression.  I'm enjoying the RP.  Helping to take my mind of headache."
<OOC> You say, "Wah for headache. >.<"
<OOC> Terdisas sympathypats
Lucky may not be stealthy, but he has sharp eyes and ears and spots the guy.  He points him out to Terdisas.  "Might have a bite," he whispers.  He slinks closer as stealthily as he can.
<OOC> Lucky says, "afk meds."
Terdisas learned not to shoot every single shadowy person following you or someone in towns after the time he mildly signed a beggar.  He's more stealthy than Lucky, but not as nighttime perceptive as the kitty of Avandra. "A part of me hopes you are wrong, considering success means a rapist assault."
The shadowy figure waits for the changeling to be as vulnerable as possible before suddenly jumping her, putting a hand over her mouth and dragging her into an ally!
Lucky of course charges after the assailant!  No heroic shouts of "unhand her!" because the badguy just might do so and escape.  No commentary till he's next to the villain.
Terdisas has certain suspicions he is worried about that would not turn up due to common sense that could sidestep common sense through certain means...  His suspicions are a conflicted bunch, aren't they?  Terdisas hurries after while Superbird peeks down into the alley from above.  Times like this Terdisas wishes he had some of those 'use your familiar as a hand grenade blast' tricks.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb.  hope you feel betters"
When the bunch get up close to the shadowy figure, Bait girl is already starting to be stripped when she suddenly pulls out a sword and smacks the guy a good one in the face with the hilt, leaving him dazed enough for the other two to, well... you get the idea.
Lucky wails on the guy till he stops moving, then does his best to hog-tie the guy once Terdisas is done with the violence too.  "Can shapeshifters escape from ropes?" he asks, "I mean... by turning into a snake or something?"
Terdisas laments only that he does not have time to fill a sack full of doorknobs for this.  So he settles for attempting to put ice on their knees in the most unhelpful manner possible.  Superbird pops back down to the sorcerer's shoulder and will inform if needed whether the two had pulled a 'three seconds not on camera switcherooo'.   "Turning into such would not be a trick changelings are known to possess.  Though I read some can more easily escape bonds than others, and very rarely make themselves as small as a halfling." Feats and Paragon Paths can turn up when you least expect them... Or, when you fully expect them to be a hassle.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "of course, the changling escape feat is 'minor instead of move' as opposed to 'easier time'."
<OOC> You say, "Which is a way of making it an easier time"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "true enough.  in other news, im having a mcfail time locating the 'can turn small' thing Tim mentioned"
Raikoo has connected.
The girl changes back and says, "Quickly... we must take this man back to the authorities before he wakes up and changes shape. The reason I told you not to kill him is because that would make him revert back to his changeling appearance." she gets back to her feat and helps the bunch get the guy to the authorities.
<OOC> Maverick waves
<OOC> Terdisas says, "thers no feats for it(that changeling search turns up), and theres only that one paragon path which doesnt do it.  Hi Koo."
<OOC> You say, "I mentioned turning small a bazillion years ago and you reminded me then it wasn't possible. I haven't said it's possible since."
<OOC> You say, "That'd be nice if it were"
<OOC> Terdisas thought you put it on Dwyyn, so had assumed from that there was a paragon path or something
<OOC> You say, "Not that I recall. Though IF i did? It may be one of those "Chris and David gave me this perk" things"
<OOC> You say, "But nope.. don't remember Dwynn ever shifting to small size land in any RP, so... I'm blanking"
<OOC> Terdisas nods, "You just seemed so sure of it, that I thought it was one of those 'possible, but requires down the line extras' things.  which was why my confusion of such in a 'level 1' situaton."
Lucky hefts the guy up onto his shoulder like a sack of potatoes and runs for the authorities!  He may not be as tough as a goliath fighter, but he's definately rather strong!  "Thanks again, miss!" he hollers, "Would be nice if you were willing to add your pair of eyes to the witness list!"
Terdisas comments, as Lucky kindly puts up with the heavy lifting.  "Changelings and doppelgangers do not always revert to such when killed.  However, it is best to err on the side of caution in this case.  For some studies have indicated the idea of them reverting to a common form on death is more due to noteworthy changelings killed being the sort who constantly change form, thus have no form of their own.  This would be one such case."
<OOC> Terdisas skims to glossary. "...damnit -.-  absolutelt NOTHING about it being durped on death in the actual race/monster entries or their powers. but its of course burried in the back of the glossary."
<OOC> Terdisas mehs, starts working on a Human build for Ter.
The girl follows the two to the afformentioned place. Things are soon sorted out and the next day, the girl meets with the guys in the morning at the hero guild. Upon seeing them, sits with them and explains that the guards have already spread the word about the real rapist.
<OOC> You say, "Was wondering where I saw that info"
<OOC> Lucky says, "i believe we agreed on a houserule that KO and death doesn't force one to revert to changeling form"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah. don't you just love it with super important details like that are burried in the back and nowhere near the subjects in question?  And I recall some of my 'Ter's form of choice is pretty much who he has been his whole life, turning into gray skinned whatever just because of species is just eh' were met with 'but, changling' at first.  And I'd feel like a dick about it after the 'changling cant haz small size' thing anyways"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "...:facedesks, as not even the webtools can load at all witht he way his internet is going at the moment."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "its been at 0% for the past two minutes"
<OOC> Lucky says, "doh."
"Thanks for the update, miss," Lucky says with a great deal of relief, "I'm sorry if I failed to learn your name.  Or have forgotten it."  He blushes.
<OOC> Terdisas is still yay on the RP end of things and feeling, but net failures+lol game mechanics and my obession with not breaking them in half to bad, espesially if so is hypocritical, are full of facepalm for him at the moment.
<OOC> You say, "know the feeling"
<OOC> You say, "Though considering you'd be DEAD, I don't see a problem houseruling that "KO, you stay in the shape you chose. Dead, well... what's it matter anymore? You revert." because at that point, you're, you know, dead anyway"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "raise dead rituals and etcs in a DnD campagin+clubs the 'no loopholes left behind' goals for Terdisas over the head."
<OOC> You say, "While true, did you plan for him to keep it a mystery forever? If so, what's the point of being a changeling other than for stats?"
Terdisas thanks the guards for their faith in them and for their swift aid in resolving the situation.  He turns to Lucky and the helpful lady and says "As Lucky says, we thank you for the brave risk you took for the sake of others.  Would you happen to have any idea who may have sent us the note suggesting we turn to you for aid?"
<OOC> You say, "Not that I'm saying you can't have your dreams, just wondering"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "was less 'never found out ever', and more trying to ensure that mere mechanical loopholes and quirks are not how you could do so."
The changeling (who is currently in the human with bright red hair form the duo met her as) nods. "I rather suspect it's our local "watcher" hero. There is someone out there who watches everything and collects information. Always anonymous. Some suspect it's a whole underground organization of watchful people. But others want to believe it's one person."
<OOC> You say, "Well on the bright side, actual "failed death saves" death is so dang hard to happen, I think I rolled a death save once back when the game was new and I didn't know what I was doing"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "imagine that funtime feeling Maverick gets whever circumstances go 'lol, your stealth is useless', or his feelings on that avenger mark"
<OOC> You say, "Yeah. Except there is nothing he can do about that ever. Not even houserules will save him unless we agree for some reason that avenger mark doesn't work on PCs and a high enough stealth check overcomes tremorsense."
<OOC> Lucky has always held that if rules get in way of FUN, fun trumps rules.  (assuming all players agree to said trump, of course)
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah.  though ultimatly the 'not remaking Ter into a human' thing is 'rule of lazy'.  Ive got enough sheets to work on (still some of my own) as it is without resetting a character -.o"
"Interesting," Lucky says, "Well if you're listening... Thank you.  Whoever you are.  And your name is?"  He offers a handshake to the woman.
<OOC> You say, "If only death was the only way people would suddenly get to sense Maverick. Dang. XD Ah well. Naw, I am determined to find a way within the rules to get Maverick to kick those means of detection in the shins."
Terdisas wonders if Batman is involved for a moment, then remembers DC comics aren't in this setting.  "Well, hopefully they have watched enough to know we are thankful for them if it was such a person."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "well, at least I know there are boots that let you ignore both tremor sense, and floor triggered traps... or so I thought. all searches are kinda fail for me right now... THERE it is.  lightstep slippers. lv 21. +5 stelath, ignore tremorsense and floor trippger hazzards"
The changeling says, "Oh! Sorry... my name is Merielle." she says with a smile. "I am at your service.. if you need help, please don't hesitate to ask." About then, a crumpled ball of paper flies over lucky's head before plopping on the table. Uncrumpled, it reads "You're welcome."
<OOC> You say, "Yes. Epic boots. XD"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah, but they ARE there. truesight is of no use to noticing sneaking people.  and blindsight... shooooldnt technically stop stealth, its more that it effs with what counts as 'in concealment' to make a check in the first place.  its very vauge about 'obscured squares'.  okay, whats an 'obscured square?'"
Lucky looks in the direction the ball came from and sweatdrops.  "Well...  Nice to meet you, Merielle.  I can't think of anything at the moment, but thanks for the generous offer."  He shows the note to Terdisas.  "I'm usually pretty good at spotting sneaky things..."
Terdisas gracious bows to the fine lady, "A privilege to have met you Merielle, I am Terdisas and my fine friend here is Lucky."  When the note comes along, Superbird comments, "This is the most polite stalker ever, chirp."
Merielle sweatdrops at the note. "Well they are being nice, yeah..." she looks around. "Wish I knew who it was..." then looks back at Lucky and Terdisas. "I could not have taken in the criminal myself. Although I was your weapon, I want to thank you both as well for your part. I can feel a little more secure when walking alone." though she feels she is never alone...
Lucky nods.  "Not to mention the kind of bad rep a guy like that gives your race," he points out, "The fact that another changeling was key to his capture I'm sure helps take the edge off that."
Terdisas nods, "The same could be said of any apprehending one of their own, but I do suspect there would be more impact on opinion in this case than if a Dwarf stopped another Dwarf."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "webtools is at 98% before title loading screen,whoo!.... I dont think i updating blake sheet tonight <.<"
<OOC> Terdisas says, ",..and as I say that, internet has gone from complete fail to 'normal'"
<OOC> You say, "And pausing there. It's coming up on midnight and sadly, I need to be awake at 7AM or so."
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods, "Hope you sleep well."
<OOC> You say, "ty. Thanks for RP. Chances are I'll RP sun night briefly, but I don't expect to be on Sat night. Might be, but don't expect such."
<OOC> You say, "God bless"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "later"

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<OOC> You say, "DnD it is then"
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Lucky is staring at the bulletin board with a few other heros.  "A public apology," he reads aloud, "Really?  The Sheriff is actually apologizing for arresting all those framed heroes?  I'm... impressed."  "I'm not," a human fighter says, "I was one of the first to be jailed, interrogated, insulted, etc.  That was no fun.  And all I get for the hell I went through was 'sorry?!'"
Terdisas turns to the man, and comments "If reparations were to be made, then the scope of the problem would empty the guards pockets and then some.  Though I do sympathies with your feeling ripped off from the whole affair."  The more bitter part of his mind is tempted to suggest 'oh, hey. Why don't you demand money from all the victims then.  since you were put through the worst of it obviously.'
Emerald trots over to the board and looks. Then looks up at the previously framed fighter. "Most places, you're lucky to get this much. Be that as it may, I can understand you're still upset about being punished for nothing. But we're heroes! We stare torment in the face, kick its butt, and then go home and have a beer with others of our ilk. Also, as heroes, we come up with solutions! If this is a problem, sir, well then let's think of a solution together."
<OOC> You say, "phone"
Lucky nods in agreement with the two comments.  "I hear the law enforcement budget is rather small," he says.  "Which might explain why most guards accept bribes," the fighter grumbles.  "...and Emerald has a good point.  The best response right now is to take the initiative to make things right."  "Can't beat the system," the fighter mutters.
Terdisas says "While it is indeed possible to beat the system, unfortunately most examples of that variety that come to mind involve the ruin of a kingdom.  Which would be taking it somewhat too far in this case I would think."   Superbird eyes Terdisas, "Tweet, no, really? I would never have guessed Unity ending up like Tiefling town was an extreme result."
Emerald tail-wags. "Hey... you got heroes who believe in you and this appology is proof of your heroics to this entire city. This isn't the only place I've seen the appology posted. Tell ya what, I'll tally up some money as a fund which I'll call the "pick-me-up" fund." she grins. "Once the money is all gathered, we'll split it between the men who were framed and then they can use it to buy drinks, buy a relaxing bath, or just get a nice looking dagger. What would ya say to that?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "internets going blargish again ;.;"
<OOC> Emerald ;.;
The figher facepalms as the other heroes chuckle at him.  "Hey the cute fox is gunna start a charity drive for you, Frank," one guy says, "I can hear the 'save the fighter' songs now!"  "We could call it 'Frank's Bank'" another teases.  "Or the 'Wah Wallet'" a third suggests.  Lucky just blushes, "I don't think money is what he wanted..."  Lucky may or may not be right.  But Frank just walks out in a huff.  Lucky glances at Terdisas and Superbird.  "So... are you suggesting Terdisas wants Unity to fall apart?"
Superbird silently eyes Lucky for a moment, then says, "Gods you're literal, peep."  Terdisas shakes his head in that 'you idiot' way regarding the Familiar, "As I said, only the more extreme examples immediately spring to mind. Which would again, be going too far.  Though I am interested if you have any offhand examples of more peacefully beating the system, history is not a strong suit of mine."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "idiot being the familiar"
Emerald watches with a "hey!" kind of look on her face as the fighter huffs out. She ducks her ears then looks at the others. "I wasn't joking, guys." she looks back at Lucky. "I know money isn't what he wanted, but it's a good start. And the thought should be what counts... excuse me." she hurries out the door to chase the fighter.
Various chuckles ensue.  "I know!" one guy says, "That's what makes it so rich!"  Lucky glances between Terdisas and Emerald.  "I... History's not my strong suit either.  But petitions come to mind.  Excuse me, going to go be moral support for Emerald."  He follows after.
Terdisas remembers a petition he heard of in Amn...  The signatures were used as a 'who to round up' target list by the Cowled Wizards.  Maybe they should have started with small things like 'we would like you to fix the crater filled side street'.  The sorcerer follows after Lucky and Emerald, considering leaving an upset friend alone unless they ask (and sometimes not even then) is just poor form.  "True Lucky, did not Unity's equal opportunity service originate from a petition?  Or am I thinking of something else?"
Emerald looks around. She knows better than to say 'wait up' as that would just sound like she's not through making him the brunt of jokes. Soon as she spots him, she hurries over to him. "Those mean guys were making it out like I was joking and making light of you. I'm not! I want to help. That's the goal. I don't care how, I just started thinking out loud on some possabilities..." she offers pleadingly. "I've been imprisoned before... I know the feeling."
"Look, good intentions aren't the best way pave a road," Frank answers, "I got the message clear and loud.  The squeaky wheel gets smashed.  If you want to be helpful, just let sleeping dogs walk away."  He continues to walk away.  Lucky sweatdrops.  "I... don't know.  I thought it just kinda... happened.  Like crossroad villages.  Unity sprang up because there was so many different races in the area, right?"  He calls out to the fighter, "Well you know where to find us if you change your mind."  "I don't really know what he was saying..." he mutters.
<OOC> Lucky says, "wow... ouch."
<OOC> Lucky says, "20 tech 3 bombers with 10 tech 3 fighters.  Vs. fully defended base with shields.   Bye bye enemy commander in 1 fly-by."
<OOC> You say, "meep"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Muhahahahaha!"
<OOC> Lucky says, "now i see why those tech 3 fliers take so long to build.  they're practically invincible and take HUGE amounts of punishment."
<OOC> Lucky says, "erm... dish out."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "part two was more the 'upgrades upgrade every existing and built after that' unit.  UEF had the most 'add ons' sort of gig it seemed.  do gunships still 'fly under' shields to blow things up from inside them?  though with that many bombers you dont need em.... and thats why I always double stacked my shields <.<  >.>"
Terdisas goes to sympathypat Lucky on the shoulder.  "Even if I were in any more position to hear them, I suspect I still wouldn't know what he was talking about at this rate."  "Tweet, maybe being bitter makes him happy?" No Superbird, your thinking of Ren.
<OOC> Lucky says, "no gunships no have fly under radar.  my stealth bombers and stealth fighters do.  but they still get attacked with LOS.  upgrades no upgrade anything existing.  must build new stuff separate."
Emerald looks pretty sad as she slouches. Musta rolled a 1 since all her charisma and bardic silvery-tongue words weren't working. But it's not the game mechanics upsetting her. Her tail flops and her ears duck down. She hears Lucky and calls out, "Sorry!" before finally giving up. She just stands there slouched, watching the guy walk away before turning to look at her friends. "Heh... not like I didn't try?" she says rubbing behind her head.
<OOC> Lucky says, "her high charisma and skill bonus succeeded.  he didn't blame her for being mocked.  and he believed she wanted to help.  but high cha and skill wont make a grump be all happy-purple-dinosaur in 30 seconds."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "I am surronded by care bears. no, im still grumpy."
<OOC> Lucky says, "lol"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "incidentally, arent THEY purple?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "blue... right?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "or was it blue? I can never remmebr"
<OOC> Lucky says, "purple would be Shockwave Bear.  The one with a laser gun for a hand."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "I tell yah, those gimmmick alt toy lines are getting more and more crazy"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Shockwave does not need a skateboard.  thrashing half pipe is illogical."
<OOC> You say, "Grumpy is blue"
<OOC> You say, "Harmony is purple. <3"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "which reminds me, that 'actualy built decently' Jazz toy I bought recenrly.  I facepalmed at it's 'gimmick'.  "reveal the shield". yes, the ancient 'rub the sticker to show symbol' is a 'new' sales pitch."
Lucky gives Emerald a sympathetic look.  "Aww?  Well I think you did good...  Do you understand what he said?  I think he was getting his metaphors mixed up.  In any case, what you said has some merit.  Though it's not money we need from this latest incident, but reputation.  I for one have had to explain twice already that I wasn't guilty and let off on a technicality.  Apparently people don't bother to read up on the follow-up article or listen to the town crier."
<OOC> Lucky says, "heh"
Terdisas nods sadly, "Bad news is almost always more attention getting than good news unfortunately.  As you have brought up, the end results here over this have been much better than they would have been elsewhere."
Emerald frowns as her tail twitches aggitatedly. "Then I need to teach the town crier how it's done." she takes a deep breath and begins heading towards center square. "Care to join me as I perform a concert?"
Lucky sweatdrops and nods.  "It's always a treat to hear your lovely voice, Emerald," he says, "I'd be happy to."  He glances at Terdisas and nods.  "Maybe not always.  People are eager for good news when they're in a desperate situation.  I suppose attention grabbing is 'whatever's opposite of the norm.'  Maybe it's a good sign that bad news is attention grabbing, then?"
Terdisas makes a note to find a better term than 'almost' to preface 'always' with.  "All you need do is ask Emerald."  "Chirp, well, she just did."  "Thank you, obvious bird."  "You're welcome, tweet."  the sorcerer facepalms.  "Regardless, do you happen to have a particular song in mind?  Or shall we wing it and follow along?"
Emerald goes to the center square where the town crier normally is. She doesn't have the Tune of Merriment ritual, but she still has her voice and some determination. She hops onto the stage and sings a high note, holding it. Then goes into a song the note was meant to start. She begins singing a song of charity and kindness, getting people pumped and in the mood to care.
The song is certainly attention grabbing.  As is the singer.  Even in Unity, a short fox person is a rare sight.  A small crowd gathers and enjoys the song.  Lucky of course applauds when Emerald finishes her song and the others join in.
Superbird has a lovely singing voice it turns out.  Which is understandable considering he's copying Emerald's voice for refrain bits, and Emerald has a lovely singing voice.  Terdisas adds to the applause.
Raikoo has connected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "hi there"
<OOC> Emerald waves
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
Emerald starts up another song, this time about a man who loved his family and worked hard for them. It's very encouraging to the men of the crowd, reminding the women of what cool guys they have as a lot of flirty gazes are given. But the song takes a turn when the man is suddenly imprisoned. The wife stays faithful, refusing to believe her husband did wrong. And in the end, the man is let off the hook when the real criminal is caught. The song ends with a happy ending, but Emerald takes the moment to make a "between songs" speech. "How is everyone doing today? Feeling happy, free and up for more music?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "ty.  last seen: my own post."
<OOC> You say, ">.>"
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<OOC> Lucky says, "ty"
<OOC> Raikoo offers hugs all around.  Has joined Iris Online, yay for free mmos that actually look good!
<OOC> Lucky says, "rings a bell.  So what are the non-human races like?"
<OOC> Raikoo says, "Elf and Hybrid which are basically catboys and catgirls"
<OOC> Lucky says, "yaaay!  now i wunna join.  any paticular server?"
<OOC> Raikoo says, "And they're adorable. I made Kyokuu as a Hybrid Rouge, planning on the HUnter - Desperado route so she runs around with a rifle thingy"
<OOC> Raikoo has been logging into uh.. The Shining Sun(er whatever one has Sun in the name) and on Channel 3.
Lucky is impressed with Superbird and makes sure to applaud him too.  :is impressed with Superbird and makes sure to applaud him too.  He nods to Emerald.  "Sure am!" he answers, "Encore!"
<OOC> Lucky makes a note of it.
<OOC> Raikoo points to the website:  http://iris.gpotato.com/
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<OOC> You say, "looks like ALL the races are adorable"
Superbierd is barley above lipsynching quality considering he's copying Emerald.  Though, he also avoid that because he is a bird and therefore has no lips.  Terdisas says, "Sing as much as you want, and you will get the admiration you deserve."
<OOC> Raikoo says, "Here's Kyokuu!  :D  http://raikoo2.deviantart.com/art/Kyokuu-201598514 "
<OOC> Terdisas says, "whee"
Emerald continues, "The man in the song is symbolic of something that happened here in town!" she says with excitement. "Several men were arrested because a criminal was framing them. But they caught the real criminal and now those men can serve the community. Here is my tribute to those now-free men!" she sings a song about heroes, full of grit and determination, never giving up even in the face of hopelessness. It's pretty clear from her song who she is talking about. If she was any more obvious, she would be walking off stage and hitting people over the head with rolling pins that had the men's names on them.
People smile and clap for the performance.  Some kids even eye Terdisas, Lucky, and Emerald with admiration.  No one is rolling their eyes or objecting, or walking away.  Lucky is getting all misty-eyed.  "Wow, Emerald," he says, "That means a lot.  Thank you too."  He claps enthusiastically.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "So how was the B-Day, Tim?"
Terdisas comments, "Times like this I wish I had a wizards knack for tricks, so as to at lest short term shower her show with roses."
<OOC> You say, "That was gosh.. a week ago now. XD Went well. I had a good time, watched 2 movies, and got cake AND brownies. :)"
Emerald twitches an ear in Ter's direction and she walks to the edge of the stage to get closer to him and giggles. "Then shower me with real ones." she winks. Then goes back to performing. She is so energized by her performance making a difference. Some songs later, though, she steps down, looking to be in a fantastic mood.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Nifty"
<OOC> Kalinka would have sent something but my funds keep getting depleted.
<OOC> Kalinka is down to 23 dollars in the bank account.
The foxy bard is showered with applause, praise, and requests for more.  Offers for employment abound.  "Come sing at my kid's birthday!"  "How much you charge?"  Stuff like that.  Lucky gives an admiring smile to Emerald.  "You want real roses, you got it!" he says enthusiastically, "Looks like music is just what the doctor ordered.  Thank you so much."
<OOC> Raikoo mat try IO Kyokuu in one of the D&D rps.. not sure how guns wokr if at all in that though..
<OOC> You say, "thanks for the thought, Kal. Dang... 23. You got me beat and I've been unemployed since October. Then again, I've been very tightfisted lately"
<OOC> Lucky says, "4th edition has no guns that i've seen."
<OOC> Lucky says, "closest is xbows."
Terdisas says "Ah, but to go forth and collect real roses would mean to miss the wonderful view.  Of course, since you asked I shall fetch some.  It is the least I can do."
<OOC> Raikoo hmms and nods.  xbows then.  n.n
<OOC> Kalinka has been working like a dog and the costs just keep rising :(
Emerald goes to give Lucky a hug and then notices Ter. "Wow! Thanks!" she was only half-kidding about the roses after all. She begins handing out info on how to get a hold of her. "I'm not singing at the moment anyway and will be busy with the crowd, it seems..." she says almost appologetically
<OOC> Kalinka says, "This is why I dropped out of Table Top once the D'tweny cursed the universe as we know it."
<OOC> You say, "D20's been around since table top's been around. Unless you are making a reference I don't know from"
<OOC> Lucky doesn't see the connection to rising costs.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "I mean the whole d20 RPG system...and I was refering to guns...which was a reference to the sweeping changes that D&D kept going through."
Lucky gives Emmy a big hug.  "You're the best..." he says all choked up.  "How 'bout we go together once she's done working the crowd, Terdisas?"
<OOC> Lucky isn't very fond of the way the d20 system handles skills.  With a high enough roll, a zombie could charm a princess.  A houseplant could figure out a riddle.  A rock could unlock a door.... You get the picture.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "That's where common sense comes in."
<OOC> You say, "D6 is great. Though I'm learning to like the fate system alot."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Unfortunately most gamers hate the idea of common sense getting in the way of their 'fun'."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "It's the whole 'Unicorn trying to climb a tree' senario."
<OOC> You say, "Sadly, the biggest part of what makes a game fun is the GM. and 90% of the GMs out there are sadistic."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "It's the only way to keep players in check."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Being tyrannical is what keeps people who are out to exploit things in check, but sadly a side effect is the few decent players out there suffer too."
<OOC> You say, "By killing your players off on a regular basis, you destroy your player base and wind up with no game and a group of people ticked at you. I'm referring to the PK gms"
<OOC> You say, "you are right about having to put one's foot down. But there's fair ways and there's "you are a total jerk" ways. Which is what most GMs wind up resorting to"
Terdisas nods, as Superbird lands on his shoulder.  "A trip together would be a much more pleasant one, and this way you get to pick out the flowers you like best."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "It's not an easy job, especially when you got some guy railroading a campaign because he refuses to roll up a new character that's more balanced."
Emerald is blushing for sure. She deals with the crowd and soon walks with two of her favorite guys in town to the local flourist.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah. I only obsessivly crank up my perception to near omniscient levels because im used to encounters and enemies being designed to ignore/bypass perseption hinderances and ambushes being the standard issue opening to any fight you deal with"
Kalinka has reconnected.
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<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Thanks"
<OOC> You say, "Fun moment Ter reminds me of: GM gives some crazy dice check number like 30+ or such. My ranger is not only highly perceptive, but specializes in tracking, which is what we were doing. My roll surpassed the DC. Always fun to show up a high DC like that."
<OOC> You say, "food break here. AFK"
<OOC> Lucky was said GM.  I set that DC that high because I expected the entire team to have to work together to get such crazy results.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Joe ranger's only low end 'good' perceptive.  his perc wont keep up with even NORMAL DC demands as it is according to the charts"
Lucky is in a great mood and is walking with a spring in his step and a wag in his tail.  "When it comes to flowers it's hard to choose a favorite," he admits, "They each have their own charm and are all so lovely.  But if I were to get metiphorical, Emerald is most certainly my favorite flower today."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "and he's wisdom secondary.  its why I changed to a ranger with thievery training.  if I were an actual rogue, id never find any of the traps I need to disarm in the first place.  but official listings keep maknig things as if a rogue has jacked up perception abilities."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "It's no fun if all the other PCs feel more like luggage than a team because one guy has min/maxed his character to Mary Sue levels."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "though the custom trap Chris made in first thread was reasonable DC scale.  And yeah. that was int he champs mush a lot I wont delve into, cause I could go on for hours about that subject"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "And that's what players seem to want to do. They want characters who can overcome challenges in a mary sue like fashion."
<OOC> Terdisas just wants to live, and not get blamed if someone falls into a spiked pit <.<  >.>
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Getting berated for something that happend which may or may not be your fault is all part of the gaming experience."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "It's a quest, not a trip to disneyland."
<OOC> Lucky says, "heh.  Mits Wizard apparently skirted by in that respect.  Her perc check failed to notice trap.  'Nothing in the next room but 1 goblin guard.  I almost feel guilty ambushing the poor guy...'  Ally falls into trap."
<OOC> Lucky says, "for added irony bonus, this is the 2nd... no 3rd time Kitau has fallen into that one trap in this campeign."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "with my sorcerer, there is a bizzare sense of calm and relaxation in knowing my generic perc score cant find anything ever.  so, I dont worry about trying to find things."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "for a sign of how insane with Perc I tend to get, my FIGHTER has the highest Perc out of anybody's characters."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "... right, I should pose or something <.<  >.>"
Terdisas says "I would have to approve of your choice in metaphor Lucky.  Though at least in the case of literal flowers, multiple choice is quite viable still."
<OOC> You say, "Well Mittens didn't skirt by, Lucky. Callie is finding it difficult to trust Mittens to scout because of that. And Dido is trying to beat down his own suspicions that Mittens lured them into a trap on purpose because that is a silly thought... but the thought is there. So no, Mittens didn't skirt the whole blame game"
Emerald looks up at Lucky, "I hope that grumpy guy was able to hear my songs... but hey, for what it's worth, if you didn't hear me telling him, I've been in your shoes before. Only, you got off lucky, as your namesake suggests. By the time they brought you in, the lawmen didn't even want to actually lock you up."
Lucky smiles and nods to Terdisas' agreement.  "Yeah.  Variety bouquet is the best."  To Emerald he raises an eyebrow.  "Oh?  What happened?  I find it hard to believe you being accused of anything other than being cute."
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Terdisas says "False accusations can take all forms and reasons Lucky, no matter how unexpected."  This grim brooding statement said is sorta offset by him examining delightful flowers.
Emerald nods. "What he said." she begins pointing out some flowers, seeming to like the white roses and some of the blue, purple or yellow shades of flower. Then says, "But to settle your curiousity, I was framed for cannibalistic murder. I broke out of prison, found the real culprit, and left evidence because that baddy was WAY over my skill level."
Lucky jaw-dropps at Emerald's story.  "Unbelievable..." he says, "That wasn't... in this city, was it?"  He too is idly selecting flowers.  Frank steps into the flower shop.  "There you are.  Emerald, was it?  What the heck did you do?!"
Terdisas says "While terrible to hear of such things happening, it is always good to hear of them being resolved at least."  when Frank comes in, he comments "A little song and dance, if you want to understate."
Emerald looks from Frank to Ter and back. "I sang a song about kindness and charity. Then sang a song about a responsible family man being framed, his wife standing by him no matter what, and then happy ending. Then I told the people that man was based off a real event here in town and told them I would tell them who. Then sang a song about heroes.. like yourself." she puts a flower in her hair and gives a girly pose. "Whatchya think... this look good on me?" she asks Terdisas and Lucky before glancing at Frank. "Why? Are you OK?"
Frank stares in shock for a moment.  "Well thank you.  Whatever you did... it worked.  People went up to me and THANKED me for being a hero!  It was...  Well...  Dangit...  There needs to be a better word for really good."  "Awesome?" Lucky asks, "Magnificant?  Wonderful?  Fantastic?  Brilliant?"  Frank nods.  "Yeah.  That.  I owe you one BIG, Emerald.  Name the favor, and it's yours."
Terdisas smiles down at the short foxy lady, and says "They would all look wonderful with your wearing them... Well, except possibly for those dead ones over in the corner.  But you might make it work."  At Frank's pleasant sort of outburst, he says "While I am tempted to make some suggestions, I feel Emerald should make this choice, if she even demands anything at all."
Emerald thinks about it and nods. "How's this for a favor?" she pulls out her lute, plays it and begins singing, "Go and find your neighbor. Find a friend in need. Go and find a widow. There's a hungry child to feed. Go pick up a hammer. Go and build a home. Go and take the sunshine to a heart that lives alone. When you help the helpless, that is true hero charity. Whatever you've done to the least of these, you have done it unto me."
Lucky is now full of tears and showers Emerald in rose pedals then kneels down to hug her.  Frank is at a loss.  "Um... yeah.  Was gunna do that anyway.  But ok."  He salutes Emerald and exits, trying to hide that he too is on the verge of tears.
<OOC> You say, "Emmy's on FIRE today!"
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods
<OOC> Lucky says, "killed the colossus!"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yaaay!  now watch out for any spar*watches base burn*oh, whoops."
Terdisas quietly pays for the shredded roses during this so as to avoid any shopkeeper demands breaking the moment.  The sorcerer leans down, arms resting across his knees giving Lucky some time for solo hug attempts.  He says quietly "A shining force of charm and personality from the kindness you hold, will always surpass any attempts of logic and cunning to show what is the right thing."  "chirp, it helps because her sayings are true."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "rl bit"
Emerald salutes Frank back then awwws at all the reciprication. Rubs cheeks with Lucky during the hug. Then takes Terdisas' leaning as a hint and goes to give him a hug. Besides, he said something hug-worthy.
<OOC> You say, "enter key"
Emerald says, "I dunno what to say, guys, you're making me blush!" she is blushing as she says this. "So what say we go have a bite to eat and something to drink... after all that singing, I'm thirsty." she continues with hugs as long as people seem to desire them. :9
<OOC> Terdisas says, "back"
Lucky nod nods and dries his eys.  The shopkeeper didn't seem at all put off, and smiles and thanks Terdisas.  Frank headshakes as he hurries off.  "Maybe some other time," he says, waving over his shoulder, "Cause I know you won't let me treat."  Lucky purrs from all the happiness and thanks Terdisas too, buying a few flowers for Emmy.
<OOC> You say, "wb"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "thanks"
Terdisas hug gets!  Superbird would headperch, but that might be more rude than adorable.  He waves to the departing Frank, "Goodbye, I look forward to our next meeting."  To Emerald he says "Of course, we can not let our favorite Fox starve."
Emerald licks her lips in anticipation and says, "Thanks, guys." as she rubs a tear, then looks at Terdisas. "I'd like to ride your shoulders so I can say I know how Superbird feels. Then I can give Lucky's shoulders a try." she giggles.
Lucky chuckles.  "Heh.  Happy to oblige," he says with a sweeping bow, "We could arm-around each-other's shoulder and you could sit on our shoulders at the same time if you like.  One at a time works too if you prefer.  Where would you like to go for a drink, then?"
Terdisas melodramatic eyerolls, "If you insist, but only if Superbird gets to ride upon your shoulders...  As tempting as the mental image and lessened load is Lucky, I'd prefer to do it one at a time.  I would hate for Emerald to fall victim to three legged race style accidents."  Either way, the Sorcerer will go to give the Foxy a lift.
Emerald gets on the shoulders of the sorcerer... sounds like a song title. Which gets her brain workin' on one, of course. She idly pets Ter's hair and glances at Superbird. "So what's your story, Superbird? How did you wind up with Terdisas?" Terdisas already answered preference question, so Emmy didn't feel a need to answer that.
Lucky offers an arm or shoulder to Superbird if he likes.  "Good point," Lucky answers with a grin, "And what Emmy said."
Superbird obtains Kitty shoulder, that's right Cat, you're working for a Bird! Aahahahahahaa!  Superbird Shiny Hawk styles and goes into Epic Movie Preview Voice  "Chirp, It is a tale of wonders and mysteries to last across the ages.  A time of ancient magic and deadly lore the likes the world has not seen since the primordial's freely walked the land, tweet.  Peep, I am... The drunken hallucination that never left.  Terdisas got tanked and I came with the hangover, caw."  Terdisas for his credit, manages to keep a straight face during all that as he caaaarefully so as not to bonk Emmy's head on doors, heads for foood land.
Emerald doesn't keep a straight face. She laughs. Because she tends to laugh when funny things happen. "But seriously, Superbird... you can't just be that or the rest of us wouldn't see you... right?"
Lucky also bursts out laughing.  "Faaaantastic," he says.
Terdisas says "Magic has done stranger and less beneficial things for more flimsy reasons.  Familiars turn up for many reasons, from pure manifestation of will to cheap stock rituals.  I suppose the next time I run into them I may ask Honey more about her own."
Emerald is stiffling her snicker. The place of food distracts well enough that she soon joins them for fooding... *PAUSE*
<OOC> You say, "I'mma work on my character some more, but I'm pausing RP there. Thanks for RP!"
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods, "has been yay."
<OOC> You say, "Just realized... I need to be awake, showered and over at church at 9 AM. XD"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "whoops."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "sleep well when you get to it"
<OOC> You say, "Yeah. Choir."
<OOC> You say, "God bless"

Log 11

<OOC> You say, "Well then the scene will have to wait. I REALLY need to AFK"
<OOC> Lucky says, "k"
<OOC> Joe says, "go for it"
<OOC> You say, "bak"
<OOC> You say, "setting scene"
<OOC> Joe says, "wb"
Last time, on DnD-Z, Merielle the changeling helped uncover a changeling cerial rapist while simultaneously clearing the names of the heroes who were framed. But it was made clear that this was not enough when a framed hero demonstrated he was still being hated and doors closed to him. So Emerald gave a concert that made the people more aware of what happened and what was going on. With a celebration that made Emerald truly feel loved and blessed, the heroes all had a wonderful time. It was the perfect time for other heroes to come out of hiding. A few drow, orcs, goblins, and other such have been coming out of hiding and into the currently more embracing arms of Unity. Such heroes are still having a rough time of being accepted, but if there was a time to unveil, NOW was it. Today, one such hero is entering the hero's guild with intent to look up a quest and hopefully prove her worth as a hero. It's May the femm kobold who has an oddly alligator look more than kobold look. still more odd is how humanish she is with the blond hair and her eyes being less slit. In fact, some people don't even recognise her as a kobold (certainly some kobolds don't), but there she is nonetheless, wearing rather spikey armor, weapons strapped all over her, and a spiked shield made from a turtle shell. Her gear is a mix of tribal and civilized as she has gear that uses animal parts, bones, yet other gear that uses metal and cured leather. She is so clearly a fighter, though, there is no denying it. The quest posted on the wall that she is looking over is yet another hero rescue. This time, Raichel and Timothius were captured and hasn't been heard from.
<OOC> You say, "tada"
<OOC> Terdisas ows as his scouter explodes... Which is REALLY bad because he had the new contact lens version
<OOC> You say, "ouch"
Lucky is looking rather upset over the capture of his friends and is determined to help rescue them.  But he's not the only one.  Mittens is also aware of the disappearance of her sibs, and is already recruiting a rescue team!  "Not only will you be rescuing two of the most awesome heroes ever," she boasts, "But there will be cookies!  Fresh home made cookies when you return with them!  Thus sayeth their mom!"  Lucky glances and sweatdrops.
Terdisas has a very good reason why he hasn't headed out into the unknown to punch Evil to death with his bare hands over that last detail.  He just got here today, and voicemail hasn't been established.  He wanders over with a mug of coffee to the familiar shifter and the educated guess known shifter and...  Halflings have really been getting around lately?  "Hello, what seems to be troubling you Lucky?"  Then Mittens makes her announcement at the same moment he reads the rescue notice whilst drinking his coffee...  Like some bizarre variant of a ventriloquist act,  The sorcerer calmly swallows while Superbird does an illusory spit take.  "Holy tweeting peep what!?" the familiar exclaims.  "How long ago was it they left?... Sorry to ignore introductions, but this is rather upsetting."  This last bit aimed at both Mittens and May.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "in other news, have a lv 3 Ter sheet typed and ready.  and his level 3 power is!..... a level 1 single target ice power. (amusingly, a test build for lv 11 ter ended up with all vs fort for his encounters, and all vs reflex for his days -.o)"
May cringes a little. "I dunno." then glances at Mittens, who explains they were home just yesterday, but disappeared last night. Fun fun. May nods. "Sounds like a kidnapping more than a quest gone wrong. Could be both. Bu-" a Unity official, Bridget, enters and says, "Concerning the kidnapped heroes, investigations show they are in this city. Likely there is a thieve's guild hideout they are being kept in. If not, they are somewhere in the underground tunnels. Unity has begun a search party. Here's where your bunch can search, to save you any wasted efforts." she hands a map of a section of Unity, then gives them a Unity salute. "May the gods be with you." and turns to leave. Looks like she's a busy gal with likely other "search parties" to assemble. May says, "Well count me in. I was lookin' to do this anyhow!"
<OOC> You say, "I've taken level 1 power at level 3 before (Mostly in the case of hybrid, I think), but yeah. Sometimes it's just that way."
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods, "Yeah, need to sift around more for style prefrence(lightning/thunger, or ice)+cant hurt allies effects on a sorc.  there was a burst 2, target 3 fire attack that was very tempting, but the idea for ter is to stay AWAY from enemies <.<  >.>  Also, whoo distance hand crossbow on a sorc!
Lucky and Mits both thank Bridget and salute her back.  "And with you also," Lucky answers the blessing.  "Well let's get started, then!" Mits chimes.  She follows the map and Lucky follows after.  "I um... My name is Lucky.  Nice to meet you.  This is Terdisas and Superbird.  And you two are?"  "Mittens.  Sword wizard.  You be cleric.  Terdisas be sorcerer.  So we've got our team nice and balanced out.  Scrappy lass with many weapons here is icing on the cake!"
Terdisas thanks the cameo appearance, as he leaves the mug behind on the counter and follows after.  "I find it becoming a common occurrence for me to say 'A pleasure to meet you, even if the circumstances are not so'."  He looks to May and says "Your willingness to help is greatly appreciated."  Hey, May just met them while Mittens wants to save not one, but TWO family members.  The swordmage has juuust a bit more incentive and possible bias to helping.  "Chirp, is kidnapping a liberal interpretation of 'personal theft', or is the thieves guild expanding into the 'thieves and kidnappers' guild?"
May says, "My name is May." she nods in response to Terdisas' thanks. Then, in response to Superbird, she answers, "I have heard some guilds wind up dealing in slave-trade. But chances are that these two heroes just made enemies of the thieve's guild due to being heroes. Could even be made examples of if we aren't quick." she trots to pick up the pace, heading for the local entrance to the underground tunnels. She sniffs at the are and frowns, impressed. "Doesn't stink. So this ISN'T the sewer system..." she kinda likes being called scrappy lass, so she can't help but keep a smile for a while.
<OOC> You say, "Somehow, Diablo II comes to mind, with the first time you go underground and fight through like some kind of harem. Fancy place in any case, but directly under the city"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "less complaints about the noise if you build it down there I guess?  unless you count echos"
( Mittens of course takes the lead, sword in one hand, map in the other.  "Yes, thank you all for coming," she says, "The two captured heroes happen to be my brother and sister.  Very important to me."  Lucky ohs.  "Timothius told us about you," he says, "I take it then he told you about me and Terdisas.  Nice to meet you.  And you too May.  You're welcome, Mittens.  But as May said, I would have gone to help regardless of being asked." )
<OOC> Lucky says, "afk"
<OOC> Terdisas nods
Terdisas says "I suppose there are always some desperate for darker sources of coin due to profits, even in a place such as Unity." While Terdisas doubts he would go so far, the more pragmatic parts of his personality always have a sense of annoyance whenever the Sorcerer rushes off to save people just because saving people is less a dick move than not saving them.  We know Unaligned doesn't = Evil, but come on man!
<OOC> You say, "At least he isn't annoyed with the rescuees?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Unless they were literally asking for it, Tim and Rai didn't exactly kidnap themselves ;D"
The group is in the process of searching when they get ambushed by a bunch of guys wearing dark clothing and cloaks. May immediately says, "Back up to the wall and let Mittens and I take point!" before she positions herself to be between some of the attackers and the heroes. After all, they are surrounded, so May is only able to cover one side. "A kobold?!" one of the attackers says, "They have kobolds now?! No matter! Kobolds are always wimps!" CLANG! a sword is stopped by May's shield only to be answered with a Carrikal to the leg. CLANG! "These guys have armor!" May shouts.
Fwoosh!  Slash!  Zap!  Mittens gets to work incinerating, slicing, and aegising the enemy!  "They have racists now?" she mimics mockingly, "No matter!  Racists are always morons!"  Lucky does as May suggests and gets immediately behind her to stab with his nice long spear.  "By the power of Avandra, these heroes will vanquis you!"  Yay divine glow!  Ouch to the badguys, followed by more ouch from badguys from allies!
<OOC> You say, "afk"
Terdisas says "Racist and possessing poor eyesight, unless they assumed May's apparel was just for show."  Tiny Gator wearing heavy armor and covered in 'I killed a vicious animal for this' weapons? Yes, that just screams harmless doesn't it?  If you are STUPAAAD!  Terdisass attempts to simulate Bandit Eyebeams, but trying to shoot one bandit with lightning and having the arc LIGHTNING EYES BWAAAAAR! the bandit hassling May.
<OOC> Lucky says, "my abscent mindedness is so severe."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "what happened?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "walking upstairs with dinner in my hands and suddenly realize i'm hungry.  i should get something to eat.  *looks over at peanutbutter jar*  hmm...  peanut butter.  wait.  oh yeah!  dinner!  in my hands!"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "...I... that... thing... pinnaples?"
<OOC> You say, "Stupad. Stupid and Bad."
<OOC> Lucky says, ";.;"
<OOC> Terdisas also, link gets.  http://awkwardzombie.com/index...e=0&comic=031411
<OOC> Terdisas says, "and the comic after that, pokemon pun"
<OOC> May types post before reading
May and her allies fight valliantly, but not without getting hurt. While the bandits do get eyebeamed, sliced, aegised, divinely hurt, stabbed, and otherwise have their butts handed to them on a silver platter, May and Mittens sustain decent damage. Mostly because their plan WORKED and the others behind them were safe. "Good job, everyone! Ow..." May winces and flops to her bottom. "We won't be much use to the heroes if we go in there half-baked. Lemme bandage this real quick..."
<OOC> Lucky says, "heh.  that's me on the phone"
"By Avandra's grace, be healed," Lucky says softly to the injured women.  Their wounds close, leaving no mark.  "Thanks for doing your clericy thing," Mits answers with a smile, "But yes, May is right.  A short rest is in order regardless.  Nice work, everyone!"  Once rested up, she ties up those still alive, and does her best to wake one up for questioning.  "Tell us where the captured shifter heroes are, or I'll let it be known you got beat by a blonde kobold girl."
Terdisas says "While I will always appreciate the efforts to keep me safe, I do wish such measures did not often involve allies taking injury in my stead."  Superbird considers Mittens's threat, and comments "If I had to get beat up, I'd prefer it to be done by someone cute anyway, chirp."
May gives a smirk to Superbird. "I'll bet you say that to all the ladies." she comments as a small tease to Superbird. The captive reveals on the map where the hideout is. "But you won't make it out alive! I've seen what it takes to injure you. You won't stand a chance." May says, "Thanks for the caution! I'd almost think you care about our health!" sarcasm of the highest order? Or honesty? Who knows.
Lucky pffs.  "Like we'd go there alone," he says, "We'll be taking you to the authorities and getting re-enforcements."  Mits skews her lips.  "Meanwhile my sibs get their throats slit while we wait for paperwork to go through.  No thanks.  I'll take the 'brashly go there first thing' option."  She begins marching in the direction of the bandits.  Lucky glances nervously at Superbird.  "Suppose you could let the authorities know while we try to keep her safe?"
Terdisas shakes his head,  "Sadly, My familiar is not the specific kind that can naturally travel a mile away or as far away as it wants.  Even he  was, those varieties couldn't communicate or carry a note.  As much as I dislike the added personal risk, I have to agree with Mittens in this regard."  Says the guy who ran off alone after a Seabear.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "rl"
May walks by Mitts' side and says, "We'll be OK if we charge straight for her sibs and release them, methinks. The bandits probably didn't factor that in. Besides..." she looks up at Mittens, "Battle is a gambler's game. It can always go either way. But heroes like us make our own luck. So since battle goes to the lucky, we have already won." she glances at Lucky. "We even have a servent of Avandra."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "back.  more fun for mom of the 'we want you to use this stuff every day... no we wont give you any/the amount you need... by the way you should have been doing this a week ago but we're telling you today'.  in this case, radiation treatment related cream.  hospital is like 'well, we have this sample pack'.  which is full of mustart packet sized samples.  so imma hopefully find some of the 6 oz bottle variety online for her."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "the products website (which we were given a flier for that advertizes 6 oz bottle variety) seems to only be selling boxes o packets.  and its one of those fun 'need two things' sorts of deals, so box comes with a pile of two diffrent kinds."
<OOC> Lucky says, "doh"
Lucky facepalms that getting the authorities idea was turned down, but says nothing since he's out-voted.  "Mittens can sneak some," Mits points out, "You keep 'em distracted at a pinch point while I go break 'em out!"  "Pinch point could work," Lucky relents, "I appreciate the vote of confidence, but just being on Avandra's good side doesn't guaruntee success."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "a packet is 0.2 oz.  this is what is marked as a single 'use' despite the instructions to cover the whole treatment area <.<"
<OOC> You say, "fun"
Terdisas says "Remember Mittens, just because Ninjas scream during their sneak attack does not mean you must, or should.  Until you are trying to draw their attention at least."  "Chirp, why DO ninjas scream so much?"  "I have no idea."
May giggles. "The scream because of the PAIN you cause them!" she says in a victorious manner. Then hurries forward. "Sounds like a plan, biggal! Lemme attem'!" with little effort, the place is found and May clangs her weapon against her shield to grab attention while Mitts sneaks off. Meanwhile, as Mittens sneaks off, she eventually finds her siblings. Stripped, beaten, and looking very exausted. Timothius is out cold, but Raichel is hanging in there and notices Mittens. One of her ears slightly moves up before flopping back down.
<OOC> May pokes
( Mittens tosses her sibs some spare clothes and a pair of healing potions before getting to work picking the lock.  "Stand down!" Lucky shouts at the enemy, "This is the authorities!  Come out with your hands up!" )
<OOC> You say, "And DnD part II is happening tonight. :) So Chris and I are taking off now. But go ahead and pose one more pose."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Hope you have a yay time :D"
<OOC> You say, "ty!"
Blufftasticness plus channeling changeling gimmicks through your talking bird is go!  Superbird! Voice Of! Bridget!  "Surrender now and answer to Unity for your crimes.  The Law is absolute and all are under it's protection."  followed by a very very quiet chirp.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "hopefully, Superbierd doen't get arrested for impersonating an officer"
<OOC> May waves out. God bless!
Logfile from A Struggle for Hope - May.

<OOC> You say, "So I noticed. He can jump in on this. I'm continuing last time's RP."
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods, "How about you Less Than Feathered Kyokuu?"
<OOC> You say, "it was my turn when we left off. Lucky was claiming to be the authorities, Mitts had snuck in and gave clothes to her sibs, and Superbird did a bluff attempt of copying Bridget's voice."
<OOC> You say, "Kyokuu was a harpy in this setting. Unless Koo wants to say there is more than one Kyokuu in the same setting"
<OOC> Kyokuu wasn't in that rp so don't wait on me n.n
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Sorry about that."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
<OOC> Lucky says, "could handwave 'they were rescued' to make more room for ppl joining?"
The bluff works. "It's Bridget! Oh geeez! Alright! We surrender!" It was a good shot, Superbird. Meanwhile, in all irony, Raichel keeps muttering about being embarrassed about being captured like that rather than being worried about her clothes. But she does seem a little cukoo for coacoapuffs. She easily lets Mitts cover her and Tim, though and flops on Mittens. "...sorry... I... can't stand..." her legs don't look quite right. That's when Mitts notices the legs are both broken. For both Rai and Tim.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "So Lucky, what server you and Tim frequent the most?"
<OOC> You say, "Freedom"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "So you guys have pretty much focused on Freedom now? I thought you were on Protector."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "was protector for heroes, and pinnacle for villains for longest time.  but altoholicness taking up space and the new going rogue content had them make their newer stuff on freedom."
Huh?  (Type "help" for help.)
<OOC> Terdisas says, "in regards to Lucky comment, im fine with that if others actually want to join in"
A very high pitched, "I kill you!" squeaks inside Mittens mind as she restrains herself from going on murder spree on surrendered badguys and focuses on carrying both her sibs out.  Not easy for her.  But she succeeds.  Lucky makes with the hog-tieing of surrendered badguys.  "A wise choice for staying alive," he says flatly, "Where are you keeping the captives?"
Terdisas stays somewhat out of sight for the moment, considering where the source of 'Bridget's voice is.  On that note, the impersonation continues "Send word to bring more wagons for the prisoners."  Terdisas won't actually head off to give such word personally until things are actually settled down here though.
The bandits are tied. They direct Lucky to where Mittens has already gone. Only for Lucky to see a struggling Mittens holding two temporarily-half-clothed Raichel and Timothius on her shoulders in a way that makes Mittens wish she had broader shoulders (and certainly wish she had more upper-body strength). As it is, between being a shifter and having anger pump her adrenaline, Mittens is already doing the max of what she can, lift-wise. And if Raichel is crying, it's a good thing the pain-sissy Timothius is unconscious.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Ouch :P"
Lucky gasps and instantly goes to heal the two injured kitties!  Their wounds close and their bones mend by divine power!  Of course, it doesn't cure them completely, but enough that they could walk on their own.  "Thanks, Lucky," she says, "And thanks, Bridget!"
Terdisas manages to restrain himself from an alternately Facemelting and Facefreezing not from any great moral views admittedly, but because of the personal consequences this could result in.  Hey, sometimes self serving logic saves more lives than morals.  He looks to May and asks "Do you think you could help Mittens and Lucky with them?  I feel you would have better luck there than I."
May is emboldened by Ter's vote of confidence and rushes to help. "I can be your sister's crutch, Mittens!" she offers. Raichel tries to stand and finds she isn't ripping her flesh with her own bones and weight anymore. "...th-thanks... Lucky." she says, still getting over the initial pain. Phantom pain, if you will, that lingers even as you are cured due to just how painful it was. "I can walk.. I.." she winces. "Those nasty people... beat Timothius up... real bad.." Tim remains unconscious. May gives Mittens a helpless look. "...how can I help?" she asks. Raichel glances. Then looks at Mittens. "You're in better condition if something should happen. I can go" she winces again, "...I can go tell the authorities if they aren't already here."
Lucky nods to Raichel.  "I'll carry Timothius then," he says, taking the fellow shifter cleric off Mittens' shoulders, "Thanks for the offer, May.  And the willingness to put yourself at risk for these people."  Mittens is seething with angry, but manages to keep herself from earning a dozen dark side points.  "I heard them... but I don't see them," she says, "Bridgett?  You can come out now!"
<OOC> You say, "Seething with angry. XD Nice Razorwind nod there"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Been a while since I've seen a reference with that."
Terdisas goes to handclasp Raichel, as he says "Enough to bust in some heads if needed, but rounding them up in an orderly fashion will need to wait until they get the wagons ready."  said yay dex handclasp is to slip Raichel a note about the fake Bridget situation...  Wait, Mittens was with them the whole time, why is SHE asking where they heck they are?  Oh, right.  Thinking hurt angry Hulk sort of situation here.  Superbird adds from the distance (hey, Ter is still in familiar range so far) ala bridget "If they don't hurry up, we will have to render the suspects unconscious for their own good.  Hopefully this can be avoided, the paperwork takes longer in that case."
May gives Mittens a nod before saying, "It'll be easier to have them walk too, as opposed to having to carry the criminals' dead weight." Raichel reads the note, glances at Terdisas and dizzily nods a little. She leans to kiss Mittens on the cheek and whispers in Mittens' ear, "Superbird's faking Bridget." before going in for a full-on hug and speaking a little louder. "Thanks for coming for Tim and I, everyone." her tear-stained cheeks are introduced to more tears as Raichel smiles up at her sister. May hurries off. "I'll go get them to hurry up!" she yells back. Soon, Bridget and crew do show up and begin loading the ciminals onto wagons. Bridget begins saying some encouraging things to Raichel and the gal seems healthier for it somehow. By the time Tim is awake, he's in a stretcher pretty much for the sake of having maximum relaxation.
( Mittens burst into tears at the sight of her sister's crying eyes and clings to her.  Lucky is trying hard not to grab the both for a hug, but doesn't know how they'd feel about that, so he sticks to taking care of Timothius.  "Hey there, champ," he says with a smile, "Good guys won, bad guys lost."  He thanks the authorities. )
Kyokuu has disconnected.
Terdisas is serious Sorcerer.  This is serious business. Yes.  "Your assistance is greatly appreciated Bridget, this of course goes for everyone here today that has helped."  Thanks, nameless guard people.
Kyokuu has connected.
<OOC> You say, "wb"
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Thanks"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wbness"
There is a public trial and the kidnappers are sentenced to 5 years of community service for the kidnapping offense. It's extremely lenient, but then, Rai and Tim were not killed. And thanks to cleric+warlord goodness, the two kittens didn't even suffer any perminant injury. The twin sibs and May look over at Mittens, Lucky and Terdisas. May speaks up, "Well crime will be punished and none of us had to get killed for it. Shall we celebrate?" Raichel nods, "What's the best way we can relax?"
Mommy shows up!  Happy shifter Katy!  "COOKIES!" she announces, "Me promised cookies for my heroes!"  She unveils a huge plate of fresh-baked, steaming hot cookies!  Philip shows up too, carrying two buckets full of milk dangling from a staff slung across his shoulders.  Mits gets with helping distributing.  "t
"Thanks!" Lucky says, nomming on the goodies with a smile.  He too, of course thanked all who helped.
Terdisas takes a moment when Bridget is free to appologize just in case that his familiar impersonated her.  As for cookies, yaaaaay!  "I would have to say that even if this were not the best way to relax, it is certainly a great help and highly appreciated.  I only wish we could have gotten to them sooner."
Bridget doesn't seem to mind at all. "Deceiving the enemy is sound tactics and commendable. You did the right thing. Thank you for your consideration." she says politely, but coldly as ever. She accepts cookies, though. I'll leave you all guessing why. Meanwhile, May noms on cookies, "Yay! Thanks! These are great!" The twin sibs go to jump their parents in a tearful reunion and both parents getting bombarded with a dozen kisses from both kids all over their respective faces. But cookie eating must commense.
<OOC> Lucky says, "because cookies are yummy."
Lucky nods in agreement.  "Delicious!" he commends, "And with milk too!  You two know how to start a party!"  He partakes in the offered cookie-related beverage.  The milk mustash is rather pronounced against his black color.
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Shifty Katy?"
Terdisas would think the guess reason is 'cookies are awesome'.  "A pleasure to meet you both, Katy, Phillip.  I only wish it were under more pleasant circumstances."  "Chirp, should you make a pamphlet that says taht in several languages to hand out at this rate?"  "No, that would be in poor taste."
May nods in agreement to Lucky and then in agreement to Terdisas. "In our line of work, this is HOW we meet people. Right?" she grins. "I think it's a real picker-upper, actually, to have met such fine adventurers while curb-stomping evil and rescuing loved ones. The circumstances may not have been pleasant at first, but we took unpleasantness by the throat and wrenched it until things were pleasant again!" she reaches forward to strangle the air and twists her hand to make a visual to go along with what she's saying. "We made it in time, we won, and now all of us are not only wiser for it, but have renewed faith that our efforts count for something!" she raises her Carrikal to the sky, "HUWA!" she cries like some kind of girly-girl trying to be spartan. Raichel smiles brightly. Timothius cringes slightly at the more warrior-like references, but can't help smile at the encouraging words. May looks at Terdisas, "C'mon..." she holds up a mug of milk, "Clank glasses with me and remember that now IS pleasant circumstances. You are meeting the parents with their children safe, sound, and renewed!"
Lucky nods.  "May has a point," he says, clanking glasses with the kobold fighter, "Being alive is a good thing."  Mittens nods sagely.  "Yes," she agrees, also clanking, "Throat-grabbing unpleasantness is better than the alternative."  The parents of course join in the toast to awesome heroes!
Terdisas glass klinks, smiling at the enthusiastic little lady.  "Well said May.  Though we have come from a situation we would rather not have happened, it is a situation ended in our favor because of our actions."
Some time passes and the heroes, guards, etc are all full on fresh-baked cookies and milk. May lucked out in that she's a smaller creature, so her larger-than-normal appetite for a kobold didn't wind up with her hogging a larger share. Still, she is sprawled on the ground, back resting against the outdoors wall of the guild as she lets out a large belch, covers her mouth and blushes. Raichel and Timothius giggle. They head home with their family after saying more thanks and goodbyes, leaving Lucky, May and Terdisas in the afterglow. The sun is setting, giving the sky a nice, red-orange hue that fades into purples and blues. :) May flops her head to the side to look at the sunset colors. "So pretty..."
Lucky nods.  "Indeed," he says, "A lovely ending for a day well spent."  He didn't pig out.  Just enough to be satisfied.  He swishes his tail lazily.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "rl bit"
Terdisas takes a seat beside May (hey, if you're willing to bring your outfit into combat then you should be willing to sit down outside).  "So much time and effort is put into decoration, because you can not fit a sunset into a display case.  Welcome to Unity, and our little home away from home May.  Do not hesitate to ask us for help to make your stay a good one."
<OOC> You say, "wb?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah, thanks"
May grins up at Terdisas, her teeth pointy. "Thanks. I'll keep that in mind." her tail lazily pats the ground once. "Hey. Back atchya, of course." she glances at Lucky. "Both of you. So hey.. either of you have a place I can bunker down? I just got here. And... can I stay with one of you? I'd like the company."
Lucky nods.  "Well the temple of Avandra is always welcoming of travelers," he says, "And is much cheaper than an inn... if much less luxurious.  Space for your bedroll is about all they provide.  That's where I sleep most times.  The hero guild has many rooms you could stay at reasonably affordably."
Terdisas nods,  "I admit, shortly after the fact it seemed foolish of me to have spent the majority of what I came to unity with on a home with a guest room, having been used to more.  But my time here has already shown me it is good to have around."  and this is why a 'rich' person still ended up with 100 GP starter gear, tada.  "You may stay there if you prefer some comparative privacy to the guild and temple before you decide where you wish to go from there."
May grins. "Well who wants my company more? 'Cause I don't wanna go to sleep without someone nearby if I can help it. One of you? Both of you? Doesn't matter to me. Though location-wise, I like the idea of the temple..."
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Lucky shrugs.  "Terdisas offers privacy," he says, "I offer the other end of the spectrum.  There'll be other travelers there, with one shared among them."
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Terdisas smiles softly, "I can hardly make claims for how much less of more Lucky would want you around compared to me.  Though while I doubt the temple is in any way unsafe, I would feel more comfortable if you had someplace you could call your own, even if it was being borrowed from me."  that and somehow saying 'no, really, go to the public sleeping arangment' would just seeme less than classy after making his offer.
May ohs and says, "Well I do have a place of my own normally... my bedroll and the Prime Material Plane." she winks. "But I'll take Lucky up on his offer. I'd like if you came along, though. I'll deal with an actual roof of my own later. For now, I just want company. Although... if you two wanna bunker up with me at Terdisas's place... I'd be more inclined towards JUST you two than a large group of people at the moment." Admittedly, though, if she went to the temple and found an orphan or two who was willing, she would immediately go for body heat and cuddles.
Lucky shrugs.  "I'm not against sleeping on a comfy couch if Terdisas doesn't mind," he says, "Would be a nice change.  Nice of you to offer her a room, by the way."
Terdisas nods, "It is not serving any use at the moment as it is, so my gesture is hardly self sacrificing.  As my home is not going anywhere, I would stay at the temple with you tonight if it helps, though I am biased towards my own home when it comes to sleeping."  He turns to Lucky and says "Of course you are welcome, though it is appreciated that you asked."
May grins. "Thanks! Then Terdisas's home it is!" she wiggles her arms a bit as if trying and failing to get up. "Pfffff..." she says before giggling.
Lucky offers a hand-up to his friends with a smile.  "I could use the company too, admittedly," he says.
Kalinka has reconnected.
Kalinka has dropped a connection.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
Terdisas says "From what you've said about the temple's occupancy rates, company in general is not something you lack.  Though I am hopeful the company of recent friends makes for a better Variety."  "Chirp, Well, at least you don't snore."
May suddenly wonders... does SHE snore? She doesn't even know. Off to Ter's place, though. And soon, the bedroll comes out and she begins unstrapping the armor pieces. "Heh... thanks again, Terdisas!" she looks about and then back to the two. "I have to say.. it sure is nice to be able to make friends among your people. That concert your fox friend gave sure helped a lot." And if the pictures given of kobolds are to be believed, they actually seem to care a little about whether they are naked or not. So May goes to another room, "Be right back! Need to change!" and soon is back in what looks like a thick cloth of some kind. Kinda HAD to, due to her pants being literally sewn to the spikey leg-guards.
<OOC> You say, "I drew them that way."
<OOC> You say, "Yes, I'm working on a May pic. Almost done too"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "May is the gator, right?"
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods.
Lucky also changed out of his armor, but his is a bit more convenient to remove.  "Yes, your company is preferred over travelers that are here today, gone tomorrow."  To May he asks, "So what got you started adventuring?"
Superbird hangs around while Terdisas offpanels the same time Mat does.  Budget rate used to be well off seems to include robe and pajamas you'd expect to find in masterpiece theatre announcers.  No pipe though. That's in a closet still.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "same time May does, even"
<OOC> May scans pic after posing
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Yaaaaaaay"
May flops on her bedroll and suavely waves her tail around as she listens to Lucky. "I was blessed. Before I was born, the Platinum Dragon sent a gold dragon to slay the green dragon that was master of my people. So I grew up a willing servent to a good dragon rather than a reluctant slave like some of the previous generation. The dragon was especially pleased with my perky attitude and had me train hard in my later years so I could go out into the world and meet people just like I dreamed! I mean... I love Shendaris, but I wanted to see the world and make new friends. So Shendaris gave me my wish to show his love for me!" she lays on her back and does some stretches, hugging the backs of her legs so that she is bent in half. "And what got YOU guys into it?"
Lucky rubs behind his head.  "Well I was kinda raised into it," he says, "I was an orphan.  Church of Avandra took me in.  Trained me to be a cleric.  Nothing interesting there really.  Not like your story."
Terdisas says "The adventuring sort of just happened at a point between when I left Amn and before I arrived in Unity.  Shooting lightning at will tends to steer towards a more narrow path of payment opportunities when you are on the road."
May throws her legs forward in order to use the momentum to sit up. "For real! I mean, who's gonna pay me to swing an axe around wildly? People who want me to get rid of the local baddies, that's who! Or people who just want protection. Same difference, really. And it's the same for lightning. Though in Lucky's case, he's a little different from us in that he is a holyman, so people call on him for sermons, words of hope, blessings, advice... am I right?" she looks at Lucky.
Lucky rubs his arms.  "I wish," he says, "Blessings and prayers and such are generally expected to be given out for free.  At least by us armored cleric types.  I aspire to some day to be one who makes a greater difference with diplomacy than a weapon.  I've heard such people have existed before.  Until I get to that point, though, I'm expected to fight just like the rest of the adventurers."
<OOC> You say, "http://timothius.deviantart.co...path=scraps#/d3cby9q"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Cute."
Terdisas nods, "While it may not count technically as diplomacy, today flagrant lies brought events to a close with less bloodshed.  Thanks for that by the way."  "You're welcome, tweet."  "As for the prayers and blessings, kind words cost nothing, donations are voluntary, and dealing with that nasty curse or case of death is going to be put on your bill.  Though it's hard to argue with the pricetag on that particular service."
<OOC> You say, "ty. glad you think so. :)"
May hrms and nods. "So either of you mind if I sleep right up against you?" she asks with a hint of not realizing just how embarrassing a question that SHOULD be. "Cold-blooded and all. You hot-blooded types might take it for granted, but I just love being near warm things like... yourselves."
Lucky nods.  "Yeah, thanks for that," he says, "As mad as I was at those guys, chances are venting on them would have resulted in us getting defeated and the siblings not freed.  It'll be a while before I'm strong enough to raise the dead, though.  That takes quite a bit of power that I just don't have yet."  To May he blink-blinks.  "Hmm?  Cold blooded?  Wow.  Never occurred to me.  Well... um...  It's usually considered taboo, but sure.  I'm fine with that.  Just don't say anything about having slept with me, please."
Terdisas says "I don't think we'd all fit on a couch very well overnight, but there is more than one bed here" fold out bed couches were still well beyond the means of fantasy technology after all.  "Lucky's point about wording also goes for the term 'shared a bed'.  Neither are often taken for their literal meaning."  As would saying 'May wants me for my body...heat. I mean bodyheat, geeez'.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "to add to your mental images of May doing adorableish things.  Lone kobold in a normal sized bed wearing a nightcap."
<OOC> May XD
May is fascinated. "Taboo?" she goes to lie next to Lucky and press against him. "Why taboo?" she glances at Terdisas. "And why are those terms not taken literally? What do they mean to people?"
Lucky leans over to whisper in her ear because somehow saying it out loud is a bit more emberassing.  "It's pretty uncommon to find people who'll overlook your unfamiliarity with cultural taboos and such," he points out, "So thanks for not being a jerk about her questions, Terdisas.  And Superbird."
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Only you can make a croc look cute and cuddly. c.c"
<OOC> You say, "TY! :)"
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "well 'gator, but yeah..  >D"
<OOC> Kalinka agrees.
<OOC> Kyokuu now has the picture of her in a cuddly mood, and the target trying to sneak away, then she uses that nice and strong tail of hers to corral the guy in as she's all 'Come here you.'
<OOC> Terdisas says, "There's a tiefling feat that actually lets you do that actually"
<OOC> May blushes.
<OOC> Terdisas says actually a third time to round it out. "Actally" or would that be fourth time now?
Superbird headtilts, and mutters to himself "Why DO they call it 'doing the nasty' when it's supposedly pleasant? tweet?"  Terdisas shrugs, and says "While I undoubtedly have my own areas of narrow-mindedness, I at least know I have a more understanding view when it comes to culture gaps... Mostly, it helps that basically hugging overnight is hardly something shocking in any sense."
Terdisas pages, "Mutation post made" to Lucky and you.
You page, "yay" to Lucky and Terdisas.
<OOC> Kalinka heads off to work now.
Kalinka has disconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas waves, too lates
<OOC> You say, "Now's a good pausing point. Thanks for RP, guys!"
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods, "Was yays."
<OOC> You say, "God bless"

Log 12

<OOC> Lucky says, "Hero Guild?  Or something else?  My vote is for hero guild."
<OOC> You say, "log started. Hero guild"
<OOC> Raikoo will join in when he's done with current quest
Lucky had left a note with the owner of the Hero Guild to give to Emerald the next time he saw her.  The note asks her to meet him at the Hero Guild today.  He's been nervously pacing back and forth in front of the unlit fireplace.  It's morning, and warm enough that a fire is unneeded.
<OOC> Lucky says, "note: this is not 'the very next day' after spending the night with may and terdisas."
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods.
<OOC> You say, "k"
Terdisas is more calmly sitting in a chair reading by the false advertising place.  While Superbird fields the 'watch the kitty go back and forth' headswivel.  "Chirp, if your making me dizzy just from watching, how the heck are you still walking in a straight line?"
Raikoo has disconnected.
Kyokuu has connected.
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "catgirl Kyokuu..  I need to get an updated screenshot of her.  n.n"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "whee"
<OOC> Lucky :)
Emerald enters the guild and spots the pacing cat and hears Superbird's comment. She walks on over and says, "Didn't know it was urgent. Gosh, thought I was actually kind of early. Got your message, Lucky. I'm here. What's up?" she goes to have a seat near the fireplace. "Hi, Terdisas. Hi Superbird."
<OOC> Lucky says, "afkish"
Lucky glances at Superbird and shrugs.  When Emmy arrives he gives a smile and wave.  "Well...  It wasn't.  Until I heard about something that's much more important.  The guys that kidnapped Timothius and Raichel escaped.  It looks like they had help from the outside.  We need to find them and fast.  Mittens has already started her search.  She said if she finds them, she'll kill them."  He smears his face.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
<OOC> Kyokuu points!  http://raikoo2.deviantart.com/art/Kyokuu-002-202191171
<OOC> Terdisas says, "serious Kyokuu is serious"
<OOC> Kyokuu hehs.  n.n;
<OOC> Lucky says, "suspenders for your fwoofy pants!"
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Apparantly that was 'playful' under the chargen's face options. "
Terdisas nods in greeting to Emerald as she arrives,  he sighs softly.  "I admit I am more concerned for Mittens than I am for the escapees."  "Tweet, wait, when you say the kidnappers escaped, do you mean like, all of them?  There were like at least a dozen of them what the hells happened? chirp."
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Hmm inside a building?"
<OOC> Terdisas nodnods, "The Heroes Guild in the morning."
<OOC> You say, "You posing in then?"
<OOC> Kyokuu will try to!  n.n
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "As this is DnD no rifles, but big crossbows are okay, right?"
<OOC> You say, "correct"
<OOC> Terdisas nod nods, "4th ed has your choice of regular, tiny, selfloading box fed, and 'more accurate than any bow by 1'
<OOC> You say, "It's what I have Angel tote around"
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Self loading box fed is yeah.. rifle with arrows c.c"
<OOC> Lucky says, "pretty much"
Kyokuu's ears flick as she hears the news from the other PCs.  She sighs and grabs her mug of presumably whatever passes for a morning beverage around these parts and walks over.  ""IF you plan on going after your friend there, sounds like you're going to need some extra firepower."  The catgirl comments.  Justing from the crossbow slung over her shoulder and her pack with what could be most likely be her reload boxes, she could be reffering to herself."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah, it's only 'downside' aside from the prictag for it's ammo (1 GP per box of 10 instead of 1 gp for 20 bolts'  is that it's got 'durp' sling/hand crossbow range.  But you don't need to spend a feat to reload it as a free action between every single shot like you do with other crossbows."
<OOC> Kyokuu huhs, so less reload time for less range.. I can see where that'd come in handy.  Now picture a DND Rambo with dual weilding such crossbows.
Emerald huhs when she hears this. "Well we can't let these guys get away. But yeah, Superbird's right. Knowing how many we're up against would be nice." she wisely decides not to mention that killing these guys is probably for the best. Especially if they are the type who can escape when captured. She can understand being on the wrong side of the law, leniency needed, etc. But these guys were caught red-handed and were all a part of what COULD have been the death of Raichel and Timothius. So not cool. But then... one or two of them COULD have not been part of the kidnapping and just part of a gang. Better to heir on caution. She looks at Kyokuu, "Extra help always appreciated."
<OOC> Lucky says, "heh"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "handcrossbows are load free action, and there are indeed rogue dual wielding feats for hand crossbows :D"
<OOC> Angel says, "I'll stick with my crossbow for extra accuracy, thanks."
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Oh, yeah Kyokuu's totally dressed as in the latest pic there.  :3"
Lucky nods.  "What Emerald said.  The more the merrier.  But I doubt we'll get any more than we have now willing to take on the gang.  You wouldn't happen to also be good at tracking, miss, would you?  And I suppose introductions are in order.  I'm Lucky.  Cleric.  This is Emerald.  Bard.  And Terdisas and Superbird.  Sorcerer who doesn't harm allies with area magics and familiar."  He looks to superbird.  "There were 14 prisoners.  All escaped.  Some were tougher than others apparently, but that's about all I know on their combined strength.  I'll be taking point."  He pats his chainmail to explain why.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "one of the reasons Archchancoler Ridcully from the Diskworld books is best head of a magical school.   He appretiates a good crosbow."
Kalinka has connected.
<OOC> Terdisas waves
<OOC> Kalinka says, "You guys are on much earlier than nrmal."
<OOC> Kyokuu points Kalinka to the newest pic of Kyokuu.  n.n http://raikoo2.deviantart.com/art/Kyokuu-002-202191171
<OOC> Kalinka points Kyokuu to the best thing ever: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5emjAS0hrZ4
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<OOC> Kalinka says, "Not so much a pic as a screenshot, but insanely cute. How much did it cost to get animal ears in that?"
Terdisas looks over to Kyokuu Ver 2, and comments "Even with my knacks towards Lightning and Ice, a good crossbow is always nice to have around."  He isn't just saying that to be nice, the Sorcerer actually purchased a distance hand crossbow recently for himself.  "I somehow doubt we'll be able to get them to surrender as easily as last time, if at all. As ever, your intentions are both appreciated alongside causing me a twinge of guilt for daring to not want personal injury."
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<OOC> Terdisas would figure 0 dollars, as they likely come with the speciess.
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "They're free with the Hybrid race."
<OOC> You say, "It's like mithra. You get the ears with the race"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Oh, so it's a catgirl race."
<OOC> Terdisas eyes video "those pants must be liars I guess"
<OOC> Kalinka loves the 'Haters gonna hate' walk they do.
<OOC> You say, "Dunno from that walk."
<OOC> You say, "Kyokuu's turn"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Anyways, DnD Hero guild setting, still at the guild building."
Kyokuu grins, "NAme's Kyokuu the Sureshot.  AS you can guess my training lies with marskmanship."  She takes another swig of her beverage of choice and mms, "SOunds like a pretty dangerous situation.. You all stocked up for this?"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Most generic fantasy MMOs have the tall elf-like race, the burly race, the short cute midget race and the catgirl race."
<OOC> Kalinka says, "And the standard human"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "How many of those does Iris Online cover?"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Humans are actually Terminators, but nobody has figured it out yet."
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Got humans elves and catpeople"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Just 3 races? Weak..."
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "IT's a free game.  Be lucky there's more than one. :P"
<OOC> Lucky hopes this ooc spam doesn't turn into a rant about mmos or fantasy in general.
Emerald nods. "Actually, I came prepared for adventure since I was specifically called on." she pats her scimitar. "No arguments for you taking point, bigguy. Now let's git going." she heads for the door.
Lucky also heads for the door.  "Mind if I call you Sureshot then?" he asks, "I know another Kyokuu, and it could get confusing."  To Terdisas he nods.  "I know the feeling buddy.  Like when I'm hiding behind a little kobold girl.  At least this time I kinda sorta look the part."  He takes out a small shield and switches his spear for a mace.
<OOC> Lucky says, "omg.  this RTS's pause button is... the pause button!  i know my keyboard even HAD a pause button."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yup. I used that a LOT"
Terdisas stands up, takes his staff, and says "Well, at least it is not just me then.  Hopefully we can find Mittens in better condition than we found her siblings in." short post is short.
Kyokuu finishes off her drink and puts the cup.. where ever cups go.  She nods to Lucky "If you want.  But yeah if everyone's ready, let's head out.  Freebie harpy hugs aren't going to solve this problem."  Or will they?  HArpy hugs fix every problem!
Emerald opens the door for the others, lets them all go through first and then follows after. On the way, she looks over and up at Kyo. "What got you into this line of work, Sureshot?" as she kinda hopes to get some insight into the gal.
<OOC> Emerald lag-poses
Lucky leads the way to the Sheriff's office.  Standard procedure in a manhunt is to ask where you're needed rather than waste time covering ground that's already being covered.  On the way he comments, "So you know the lady of which I speak, then, Shureshot.  I agree.  I don't think harpy hugs will help today.  Though would be nice incentive as a reward upon return.  Like cookies and milk were last time.  I have a feeling that Mits will be in far worse shape...  Excuse me sir."  He notices a street vendor looks like he knows something.  Yay insight!  "You look like you might know something about the recent escaped convicts and the adventurer by the name Mittens who's looking for them."  The man blinks.  "I might?  Then again, I might also get in big trouble with certain people if I say anything."
<OOC> Lucky says, "terdisas and emerald working together will succeed streetwise / diplomacy and get him to spill if they merely try."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wheee, not bad for a guy who didnt even train streetwise ;D  but I get same results by way of stacked passives."
<OOC> Kyokuu meanwhile just aims the crosssbow and talks about a twitchy trigger finger.
Terdisas says "While there is the old saying regarding the more unsavory criminal element, that is at times only implied.  Unity on the other hand, does know where you live in quite the literal sense.  Unity is also very through in their paperwork and investigations.  If you wonder 'Do not they have anything better to do than wonder what my connection is', the answer is that no, they do not have anything better to do.  If we manage to deal with this problem for them however, that saves tie, effort, and investigations on everyone's behalf."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "I like her idea too"
Kyokuu looks to lucky, "I don't think I know a Kyokuu.. But I once met a hug happy harpy in my trtavels.."  She looks over to Emeral and hehs, "WEell both my parents were professional adventuerers.  When I was a little kitten they'd tell me all sorts of stories of their travels and the people they helped.  THat's what got me into this business."  Then there's that person that seens to know something...  She hmms and decides to try and throw her two cents in.  "Well if you do know something, I know I'd certainly be gratefull.."  She leans foward purposefully as she looks the guy in the eyes, "Myan.. if you help us I can certainly make it worth your while and deal with... any trouble that might try to pop up at you.."
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Catgirls have natural charisma stuffs, right?  >.>"
<OOC> You say, "nope"
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "D'aww."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "more wise and athletic than cunning and tricksy"
<OOC> You say, "Catgppl in DnD are Wisdom and Dexterity yeah"
<OOC> You say, "Dogppl are Wisdom and Strength"
<OOC> Lucky says, "if anything, most races in DnD consider them werewolf / weretiger spawn...  because they kinda are."
<OOC> You say, "yup"
Emerald gives the man a pleading look. "Don't you remember what they were arrested for?! They nearly beat two kids to death! And now their older sister is out to try bringing them in herself. Maybe with her kid-siblings. These people get out, it will be your kids next. These people discourage heroes... and now, so are you. Do you want us to protect you and this town? Or do you want to be a roadblock?"
<OOC> Kyokuu huhs and looks to his character sheet, "So I scribbled in all those freebie points into Cuteness for nothing?"
<OOC> You say, "Not exactly. Good looks are free. The only difference between you and a race that has a plus to charisma is they get +1 more to their charisma related skills."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "you can be super adorable with a generic CHA just fine.  You just cant use it to melt peoples will to your bidding as well ;D  CHA doesnt always make sense.  I mean, Sorcerers BLOW THINGS UP with their CHS stat."
<OOC> You say, "Yeah. That too."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "as to 4/5 the warlock types."
The guy blushes and rubs behind his head.  "It's not the criminal element I'm worried about being on the wrong side of," he says, "But I doubt this cute kitty is as bloodthirsty as that last cat.  She was going around town looking for um...  ahem...  adventurers who were willing to 'give those creeps the sentense they shoulda gotten in the first place.'  If you catch the meaning.  I think she found a few and headed for the woods.  Most figure the escapees are hiding out in the city.  Dunno why she went out that way."  Lucky nods.  "Yeah I was afraid she'd be on the warpath.  Can't much blame her, though, considering.  But I don't want her accused of murder.  So I'm gunna do what I can to ensure those prisoners are brought back alive."
Terdisas says "Thank you, I can somewhat understand your worries being on that side considering the situation so far.  Hopefully your worries never come to be justified."  He turns to the rest and says "Even if they are hiding inside the city, our current concern is ensuring Mittens's safety.  So if she has gone out into the wilds, so shall we."
Kyokuu grins and blows a kiss to the informant and smiles sweetly.  "Hmm let's hope the people she took along aren't working for those kidnappers she's going after."  Oh yes, lil miss sunshine kitty.  No Doom and gloom here!
<OOC> Terdisas says, "XD  ten minutes after I made myself some soup, brother made burgers"
<OOC> You say, ".....NOOOOOO!!!!"
<OOC> You say, "burgers! ;.; Sorry you missed out? Put the soup in the fridge?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "no!  have both!  gluttony is good!"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "I see you have guess my plan!"
Emerald nods in thanks to the man and says, "Don't worry... the only ones in trouble are the criminals." she follows Lucky and once far enough from the informant, Emerald says, "So what's the plan, Lucky? Wanna check right quick that she DID take her siblings? If she didn't, maybe taking them along will be a much more convincing way to persuade her to be more... reserved. After all, it was THEM who were hurt. And their opinions matter to her, possibly more than her own."
The informant blushes, smiles, and waves at Kyokuu.  "You know where to find me...."  "You have a good point," Lucky answers Emerald, "Let's go there first.  They'd also know how best to predict her next move."
Terdisas says "It is definitely worth checking.  Though if anyone was the first to know Mittens has gone, it would have been them.  Or So I would assume."  Days like today, the sorcerer wishes he was willing to learn, and plunk down the resources, for various quick message service rituals... But even those take longer than liked.
Kyokuu grins as she follows where the group leads.  She'll have to come back later and give the informant some fish.  What, she's a kitty.  n.n;  Not much for her to say at the moment though.
Kalinka has disconnected.
Once the group makes it to the house, Timothius and Raichel answer the door with smiles and say, "Helloooo!" in unison before giggling together. Looks like they've been having fun and such. Emerald blinkblinks and can't help smile a little before giving a helpless look at Lucky as if she doesn't wanna be the one to say it...
<OOC> You say, "sld"
Lucky has reconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wb"
<OOC> Lucky says, "saw emmie's post. ty"
"Hi," Lucky answers, worried, "We heard your sister went after the escaped convicts that kidnapped you two.  She apparently took with her a group as willing as she is to kill them.  Heard she headed for the woods.  Come with to help us find her and keep her from being a killer?"  He handwaves them to hurry.
Terdisas opts not to nitpick on the fact of whether Mittens is a killer or not already, as in this case it's he sort where 'at all' would be frowned upon.  "Your insight to your sister would be greatly appreciated, and hopefully allow us to find her all the sooner."
Kyokuu looks to the siblings and hmms.  Best leave the talking to the others.  She would be a stranger after all.  She too hopes this Mittens hasn't already become a murderer or worse.
Lucky has dropped a connection.
The siblings slouch. Timothius says, "....Mittens is brash, but she isn't stupid, Lucky. I doubt she will get herself in too much trouble or get labeled a killer..." Raichel adds, "But she might self-defense them to death." Timothius sighs. "....you're right." the twins immediately grab their staves and hurry to lead the way. Emerald trots behind them. "This here is Kyokuu, but we're calling her Shureshot as a nickname." The twins look at the girl and nod at her. "Nice to meet you." they say.
The group finds her trail in the woods easily enough.  Kyokuu is able to find that more than a dozen human sized persons, a very small armored person, and a... human child?  Passed this way.  Tracks don't lie.  "We should hurry!" Lucky says.
Terdisas says "Well, I suppose it could be considered a positive sign there are no signs of battle thus far."  "Chirp, not finding half the forest burnt down is often a plus.  Unless it's a lame forest of DEATH, tweet."
<OOC> Ranger tracker-style says, "Well sir, it's either a human child, a genasi child, an elf child, a malnurished dwarf, a halfling, a kender, a changeling child, or maybe a gnome. But I have a strong feeling it's a human child." NPC says, "Why?" Ranger tracker says, "Because only human children stop to take a pee on a tree."
<OOC> You say, "....unless it's a shifter child. Dog type."
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Also, bears use their claws.  and kobolds have a wonderful history of using traps and high explosives. because that's nature."
<OOC> Lucky says, "so i failed to put "oid" after "human."  >.>"
<OOC> Terdisas patpats, "It's fine, fantasy tracking would be able to specify human just fine."
Kyokuu has no idea what all the traacks are.  SHe's no tracker, ranger.. whichever.  She just looks cute and shoots things with her crossbow. n.n;  Still a lot of tracks means lots of people, usually.  "Well atleast we're heading in the right direction, right?"  She does ofcourse say hi to the twins when greetingsd were done.
<OOC> Lucky says, "but a tracker would be able to tell the difference between a halfling's footprints and other races of "small" size.  including children of taller races.  like a RL cop would know "this was a midget" instead of "this was a kid""
<OOC> Lucky says, "out of curiosity... does Kyokuu spend most of her time in caves?  or above ground."
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "HArpie or catgirl?"
<OOC> Lucky says, "catgirl"
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "Oh aboveground."
<OOC> Lucky says, "then she succeeded the tracking challenge. ;)"
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "She iosn't a tracker..."
<OOC> Lucky says, "(( 4e gives ranger the choice: training in nature (which includes tracking) or dungeoneering ))"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "dungeoneering also counts cities and tombs/dungeons raids as opposed to just 'underground',  part of why my 'for free' pick with Joe is dungeroneering.  dont worry Koykuu, you get to pick that up for free if with the most common 'I SHOOT things. with a crossbow' class"
<OOC> Lucky says, "for what it's worth the cleric not even trained in tracking would have likely succeeded too."
<OOC> Kyokuu doesn't understand what that means though.. She's just a girl that shoots things with crossbows.  n.n;;
<OOC> Terdisas patpats.  "A goal I respect.  DnD Joe would be much the same if not for my obsession with perceptin mechanics."
<OOC> Lucky says, "well unless you want her to have "townsfolk" powers such as "die in one hit" then she gets the standard PC powers such as "I can heal up all my wounds in 5 minutes of rest" and "after a day's rest I'm right as rain" (such as Timothius and Raichel being just fine after being beaten near to death)"
<OOC> Lucky says, "tim afk btw.  me am afk too."
<OOC> You say, "back"
<OOC> Lucky realises after some thought that i may have been bordering on autoposing with my last pose if not crossing the border.  I apologize if i caused any arg.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "passive perc checks arent autoposing last I checked. uness I missed something. and wb"
Emerald follows the group. Hurrying is had and Raichel says, "I'll run on ahead." and rushes on ahead to make sure they catch up sooner.
<OOC> Lucky says, "koo musta said like 3 or 4 times "kyokuu is no tracker" so i'm getting the impression that it's very important that she not be able to have that passive perception that most archers get in 4e.  so i get a 'don't tell me what my character can or can't do' vibe."
<OOC> Kyokuu hrm?  I just ficure she's an archer.  Not all archers track stuff..
<OOC> Kyokuu dunnoes, is sorry for not understanding all the DnD stuff. c.c
<OOC> Terdisas says, "S'alright"
( Raichel arrives on the scene of a fight!  Several bandits are strewn about, quite obviously dead.  Several other bandits, some of whom Raichel recognises as her kidnappers.  Mittens is in full shifter fury where she looks all feral and viscious and stuff, beheading and burninating.  With her is a gnome fighter girl with dual axes who seems to be just as brutal, if not as feral.  And helping them is an adolescent human boy wielding magic who seems not in the least bit disturbed by the violence.  Lucky struggles to keep up with Raichel, but his armor slows him down.  "I hear combat ahead!" he says to his allies. )
<OOC> Terdisas says, "rl bit"
Terdisas follows after, but makes sure not to outdistance Lucky by much.  "Yes, the possibility of a peaceful end has long since passed us by.  All we can do now is make sure those that matter more to us do not fall in the process."  When the sorcerer gets in view of the carnage, he'll open up with his auto-seeking triple ice javelins at whatever three ate giving Mittens the most problems.
Kyokuu goes to get her crossbow ready, but keeps her distance alongside Terdias, "Um, when we get there you'll have to let me know who your friend and her allies are so I don't accidentally fire on them.."
( Raichel charges in and begins kicking butt as well, though in a much less brutal fashion. Heck, she is using a staff. Blunt, but has a lot of punch to it. Seeing it is too late to stop the fight, she may as well end it faster. "The one who looks like me is my sister!" she answers Kyokuu. Mittens IS the only other catgirl besides Kyo and Rai after all. Timothius immediately gets to healing Mittens, "I don't recognize the gnome or the human, but I recognize the others as the criminals! Quickly! End the fight!" he says before using a signature attack of his: Astral Seal. He points his staff at one that Kitau is about to hit and when she hits the guy, Kitau feels better as her wounds close. Emerald meeps and sings, "Watch out! Watch out for Goofy! Watch out for Goofy! He's a dancing demolition!" and one of the baddies winds up stumbling past Raichel who takes advantage of the opening and elbos him in the neck/shoulder area, knocking him out. )
"Re-enforcements!" one of the bandits points out, "RUN!"  He and several others make a run for it!  "That's what you think!" Mittens shouts, shooting a fireball at the runners, recieving a mace to the face from her opponent as a result!  But Terdisas arrives and his spell takes out the one who maced Mittens and 2 others.  Lucky also makes with the attacking and healing.  "Don't run!" he shouts, "Or they'll kill you!  Surrender!"
Terdisas will do that thing where he takes potshots at enemies with low health whild everyone else melee carnages dangerous enemies <.<  >.>  Hey, it's worked out pretty good so far.  "I am fairly certain Lucky's claims are accurate.  An enraged Shifter is not something you can run faster than.  and her sword causes explosions."
Kalinka has connected.
<OOC> You say, "wb"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "wbness"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "I dunno why this is funny: http://gelbooru.com/index.php?...=view&id=1083013"
Kyokuu nods to Rai, "Gotcha!"  She spies the runners, who get fireballed at..  Which if there's any that escape that, she starts to fire bolts at, aiming for their legs, to reduce the chances of them getting too far.  Granted she didn't opt for the strictly more accurate than a bow style, so there's always the added ammusement of a baddie getting a bolt in the rump.
<OOC> You say, "Because it is"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "You were able to view that?"
<OOC> You say, "yep"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Fix something on your comp?"
<OOC> You say, "nope. Just decided to work one day. About 3 weeks ago"
<OOC> Kalinka says, "Wow."
<OOC> Kalinka tries another link, what do you see? http://danbooru.donmai.us/post/show/745746/
<OOC> Kyokuu sees a pic that's rather disturbing to me.  Though I'm certain it's the eyes.
Terdisas pages, "finnaly posted monster intern" to you and Lucky.
Emerald heals Mittens, causing the shifter to, well, shift to the side (yay bards) and have advantage against the one that hit her. Timothius says, "That's REALLY going to convince them when they are being killed for not running." he then says, "Guess I have no choice." he calls out with a booming voice that rattles even the bloodlusted Mittens, "ENOUGH!" and the enemies all go flying, smashing against trees and falling to their faces. Yes he used his daily power. "Quickly! Subdue them!" he says to the others. Raichel and Emmy get to it.
<OOC> You say, "Moment of Glory. Aptly named. Very nice for level 1."
<OOC> Lucky says, "please don't link porn sites or sites with porn ads. >.>"
<OOC> Kalinka can't controll the ad content. It's an anime image database.
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "You can direct link the image Kalinka.."
And thus the fight is ended.  Those baddies that weren't exploded, arrowed, sliced, zapped, iced, beaten, or whatever are kaboomed by Timothius' booming voice.  Kitau and the kid then proceed to try to finish off the fallen.  Mittens speaks up.  "HeyheyheyHEY!" she says, "Ixnay on the illingkay.  Unity prolly has rules against killing killers once they're knocked out or other such... rules."  The two shrug and begin to rest.  Lucky sighs in relief and gets to work trying to save the lives of the few who look like they're dying.  Rather than look dead or just KO'd.
<OOC> Lucky says, "please don't link porn sites or sites with porn ads. >.>"
Terdisas personally is hoping Mittens and... whoever, felled the leaders before they got here.  But somehow gets the feeling this is one of those cases where a bloody swath was cut through mooks while the bastards with names you would remember still live.  "It is good to see you still standing Mittens,  your recent companions have my thanks for keeping you safer than otherwise."
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Kyokuu Meanwhile is busily binding the ones that are just ko'd with rope, her poor feliney ears still ringing from that booming voice from Tim.  Note to self, do not get into a shouting contest with that one. x.x  "Don't suppose they've got a secret hideout or something in the area?  Might be more of them coming.."
Emerald is getting with restraints and then sings a song of rest to improve everyone's resting. Raichel is silent as she finishes helping with binding and simply sits, listening. After introductions... Timothius is torn. On one hand, he's VERY angry at the dead men and the would-have-been-dead men. On the other hand, "Mitts..." he says in a slightly choked tone. "Why did you run off like that without Raichel or I?"
( Mittens rubs behind her head, with a bashful look.  "Didn't want you to get hurt," she says, "Or interrupt your recovery.  Sureshot has a point.  Let's interrogate to find out.  Anyone care to do the honors?  I'm no good at that sorta thing."  Lucky glances around and headshakes.  "Wouldn't that be more for the authorities to do?  Let's just get these people back to prison." )
<OOC> Terdisas says, "So, should or shouldn't Ter use his High end Intimidate/Diplomacy?"
<OOC> Terdisas will pass on it if it makes life simpler
<OOC> Lucky says, "if he wants to, he can."
Terdisas says "Their place of hiding won't go anywhere if they tell us now.  Who knows, they may even get out without breaking out someday this decade if we save Unity the paperwork in that regard."  He walks over to one of the less mangled criminals.  "I am hardly in a position to guarantee how Unity will treat you.  I am however, in a position to make sure Mittens does not do half of what you did to her family when they think nobody is watching.  You've already see what she can and will do, and how far past words do you really expect us to go to stop her if we have no practical reason?  Or do you think her brother and sister will really turn her in for such?"
<OOC> Terdisas imagines Timothius with a dissapointed look and finger shaking at Mittens "That's a Bad Mittens. Thats a Bad BAD mittens."  While mittens stands over a pile of corpses looking like she was caught stealing cookies.
<OOC> Kyokuu says, "But I like the cookies.. ;.;"
Kyokuu leans back against a tree as she looks around.  This was one fine mess.  Absolutely crazy too..  If she didn't know any better she'd think one of the monsters from her parents' tales strolled through here.  Then again..  She looks warily over at Mittens and hmms softly.
Emerald doesn't add to the confusion. Timothius goes to make sure Mittens is physically OK. Then leans over to whisper at Mittens. "What is with the kid? I mean... IS he a kid? What's his deal? Why are you dragging a child into this? And why was he so ready to kill? And why are you *letting* him kill?" Raichel, meanwhile presides over the interrogation, quietly watching and listening.
<OOC> You say, "So far, the only child was Shina, who had taken her own self into danger. And she was almost immediately yoinked back to town. Since this is heroic-tier Tim, etc, he doesn't realize yet that children tend to join the frey once in a while. XD"
"I'z innocent bozz!" Mittens reacts, "It puts it's foot in it's mouth.  Or else it gets the tears again."  She sits to nom on her foot.  Dirty shoe and all.  Physically she seems healthy enough thanks to Emerald's song of rest and previous heals.  The kid glances over at Tim, but says nothing.  Terdisas' questionee spills his guts!  "Th... There's a h-hideout!  N-Not far from h-here!  That way!  Just don't let the crazy cat eat my soul!"  Kitau snirks.  Lucky huhs.  "Is she under some kinda spell?  Thanks, Terdisas.  Now what?  Do we raid this base?  Or..."  Kitau nods and begins heading in the direction indicated.  The kid follows.  Lucky facepalms.
Terdisas says "Rest assured, even if she tried Mittens could not ear your soul."  "Tweet, your face on the otherhand is a diffrent matter entirely."  "He's already cooperated, there is no need to frighten him further."  "Doesn't mean it aint true, chirp."  Terdisas facepalms.  The Sorcerer then looks to Timothius and says "Unless you would prefer myself to, I would feel you are the safest bet to escorting the prisoners back to Unity.  Though I understand if you do not want to let Mittens out of your sight again."  He'll Follow after the inevitable carnage or head back to town depending.
In a page-pose to you, Kelevor waves
Kyokuu nods, "Someone needs to escort these prisoners back.. Or atleast guard them for the time being.  I'll volunteer if you'd like.." (OOC:  Needs an excuse to bow out to get to bed n.n;; )
You page, "How goes?" to Kelevor.
<OOC> You say, "Works for me."
In a page-pose to you, Kelevor smiles. "Goes alright, other then busy as mad.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "sleep well"
Kelevor pages, "I was asked a question, that unforcently failed me for a answer, but recalled you were the one that showed me the place I was trying to remember, so I thought I would hop in and check if you were still about." to you.
<OOC> Lucky says, "yay kitty kyokuu!"
<OOC> Lucky says, "sorry to see u go, was having fun.  :)"
Emerald glances, notices the involvement of Tim, Rai and Mitts. She looks at Kyokuu. "Please do." Timothius was about to answer, but Kyo volunteers. Tim notes Lucky and says, "A spell? What do you mean? If you mean her eating her foot, that's normal..." Raichel gets up and says, "Maybe our new allies can fill us in on who they are."
<OOC> You say, "God bless, Kyo"
You page, "K. So what's the question?" to Kelevor.
Kelevor pages, "What was the web page that let you make maps and have characters marked for posistions for your D&D game?" to you.
You page, "Googldocs. It's a function of google" to Kelevor.
Kelevor pages, "that was the one that let multiple people on and view what was going on?" to you.
You page, "yep" to Kelevor.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "brb"
In a page-pose to you, Kelevor nods. "Thanks." He then gives a light snug. "How have you been? Things been alright?
Kyokuu has disconnected.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "and backness"
<OOC> You say, "wb"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "thanks"
You page, "yep. more of the same" to Kelevor.
"Mittens is eccentric, yes," the foot-eater says, before standing back up, "Badguy base iz haz!  Excelcior!"  She rushes after Kitau and the kid.  Who since there were introductions, everyon now knows is named Jake.  The badguy base is easy enough to find.  Lucky clears his throat.  "Can we all please agree to refrain from killing?" he asks.  Kitau and Jake headshake.  Mits thumbs-up.  "Of course of course!  Live and let live, right?  Good thing I know how to do non-lethal burninations."  Lucky gives her a sceptical look then look to Kitau and Jake.  "Why not?"  They don't answer.
In a page-pose to you, Kelevor nods his head and gives a smile. "Any luck with things?
You page, "financially? no. everything else? yes. drawing at the moment" to Kelevor.
In a page-pose to you, Kelevor nods his head at that, and gives a light snug.
You page-pose, "Emerald hugs back. "So what's kept you so busy?"" to Kelevor
Terdisas says "Likely because they do not have much reason to spare them.  As it is, without a personal dislike of killing all that keeps these criminals alive today is the fact Unity MIGHT be upset with us over their deaths.  Though, I will refrain from killing them Lucky."  Not that he'll complain all that hard of Kitau or Jake finish off someone he brings down.  "Mittens, where and when did you meet your recent allies?  They are certainly good at what they do."
In a page-pose to you, Kelevor gives a soft murr. "RL stuff, and under the weather. Winter time tends to be hard on me.
You page, "sinus allergies?" to Kelevor.
Kelevor pages, "Not sure what causes it in all honesty" to you.
<OOC> You say, "Oh! Forgot it's my turn now..."
<OOC> Terdisas patpats
Emerald is getting unsure herself. Again, in her case, it's because she has BEEN there. She kows people assumed the worst of her and would have killed her over something she didn't even do. But she doesn't want to slow progress. Timothius moves to be in the way of the entrance, staff at ready and gets into a melee-style stance. "Won't answer, eh? Fine. Nobody passes into the base until everyone agrees to refrain from killing. I know it can't be helped sometimes, but unlike Lucky, I'm not asking. I'm telling you. These men beat me near to death and would have killed me if not for the timely arrival of heroes. Yet I stand here to tell you even after that, I will not let anyone purposely kill them without a trial and a sentence. Now give me a good reason why you refuse or just agree to the terms and I'll move out of the way." Raichel squirms, but stays close enough to Tim to intercept any attacks.
<OOC> Emerald scans
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Surya's test sheet is up in click"
( Kitau and Jake don't look at all ready to harm the cute kitty standing in their way.  "Because Unity is a corrupt nation that allows killers off the hook," Jake answers, folding his arms, "I won't attack a hero such as yourself, no matter how misguided.  But you should consider your philosophy.  With an attitude like that, you'll wind up attacking heroes in defense of villains.  It won't be on *my* conscious that innocent people were victimised because I allowed scum live.  I do not accept your terms."  Mittens squirms.  "Then I guess he'll just have to stay behind to stand in your way while the rest of us go fight badguys 3 people short."  "So be it," Jake says, "And if any heroes die in there, that's on him to live with." )
In a page-pose to you, Kelevor gives a light smile. "You take care and have a good night
<OOC> You say, "http://timothius.deviantart.co...path=scraps#/d3cefwn"
Kelevor is currently asleep.
You can leave page-mail with 'page #mail <plyrs>=<msg>'
Terdisas say "My own arguments may have certain flaws at times, but if any of us die in there it more likely be upon the one who kills us. I shall leave the moral posturing to the rest of you in this case.  Though if safety and as few deaths as possible are your Goal Timothius we merely need to prevent the criminals from leaving the cave until one of Unity's blunt trauma squads arrives once Koykuu fills them in."  Of course, that is provided they have any to spare.
<OOC> Terdisas says, "Wheee"
<OOC> Lucky says, "yuuf!"
Kalinka has disconnected.
Emerald stays out of this one. Timothius retorts, "And with your attitude, you might kill an innocent with your own hands by being judge, jury and executioner without knowing who they are or what they did. My philosiphy involves keeping people alive. As Terdisas said, death is on the hands of those who kill. How do you know any one of these people did anything to deserve death? Did you hold a trial? Were you at their trial? Were you the ones beaten nearly to death and able to recognize which one it was? Killing is a LAST resort. If you desire killing so much, perhaps you should *join* these men. Murder is for villains. Revenge is for worshippers of Tiamat. But you have seen me fight. You know the gods of good are on my side. You know that when I strike down, you get healed. Isn't it enough to ask we bring these men back to justice and worry about whether they should be hanged or not later? Personally, I'm not budging until it is agreed nobody kills on purpose."
"An innocent that tried to kill me?" Jake replies, "That tried to kill you?  Nonsense.  Stand in the way if you wish.  I'm not making any promises I can't keep.  If someone tries to kill me, they're their own judge and have sentensed themselves to die by my hand.  None of your gods condemn self defense.  Just you."  Mits headshakes.  "There's likely a back door.  I'm not gunna kill on purpose.  Those willing to do so come with.  But enough talk.  MIIIITEEENS!"  She moves to rush into the entrance!  Lucky nods.  "Right.  I'll be making sure she doesn't die in there."  He moves to follow.  "Good luck with the debate, guys!"
<OOC> You say, "Tim is in the way of said entrance. O.o"
<OOC> You say, "Either way, it's late. I finished the pic. There's no way this will be wrapped up quick enough. So rather than rush RP, I'mma pause it."
<OOC> You say, "If Ter has something typed, though, he may as well finish"
<OOC> Terdisas says, "yeah, pause be goods. didnt type anything yet"
<OOC> You say, "cool. TY for RP! :)"
<OOC> You say, "Good night. God bless."