Alistr Hamrsoung
player, 40 posts
Full Time No Moon Lunar
Part time Smith
Sat 28 Apr 2012
at 02:05 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackAs the boys and hawk are about to impact the ground the hawk suddenly changes to a rather large hairy bear. The bear is a brown so dark it is almost black and at the moment seems to have a mass of bone plates along it's back. As they all were finishing the fall the bear wrapped the boys in what was perhaps a very literal bear hug. "Next time you boys should listen when told no."
OOC: activating Armor Forming Technique to absorb the impact some. Used the first speed shift knack to shift faster to spirit shape.
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Segev Stormlord
GM, 343 posts
Sun 29 Apr 2012
at 03:15 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackAlistr finds himself grateful for the armored plates his magics conjured over his flesh, as winds buffet him, slowing the boys' fall enough for him to catch them, but also whipping about with razor-wild force and a faint blue glow. It's actually physically uncomfortable to be holding the boys, and one is still crying out in pain!
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Alistr Hamrsoung
player, 41 posts
Full Time No Moon Lunar
Part time Smith
Sun 29 Apr 2012
at 19:16 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackAs the soldiers surround the heap of bear and boy the bear lets go and turns to stand slowly as the air had been knocked out of him. He slowly shifts back to human and puts his hands behind his head. Waiting for the shoe to drop so to speak. "I assure you that the boys are a bit healthier than if I had left them alone. I mean no harm and am a relative friend of the local populace. I mean no harm."
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Segev Stormlord
GM, 344 posts
Sun 29 Apr 2012
at 20:12 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackBoth boys scream at the talking bear, backing away swiftly. One of them is actually flung away, landing like a rag-doll, while the other falls on his backside, staring up at the bear. That one's hair is whipping about in the wind as glowing essence cascades off of him, pressing grass flat and, until he backed far enough away that Alistr was no longer in the area, whipping at the bear's supernaturally armored hide.
The boy who'd been flung struggles to a half-seated position. "Y-you'd b-better n-not... eat us..." he winces out. "My big brother'll..."
The one at the center of his own personal tornado jumps to his feet and rushes to interpose himself between the bear and the fallen boy, who's leg gets cut again by a razor of wind before he scoots back some more. "If you're a friend, identify yourself!" he proclaims, desperately trying to keep fear out of his voice and face.
A few guards on the wall have turned and are raising the alarm, now, though at least one is calling for caution rather than panic. Several others are still focused on the airship, and a few are leveling javelins and bows at it and its occupants.
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Alistr Hamrsoung
player, 42 posts
Full Time No Moon Lunar
Part time Smith
Mon 30 Apr 2012
at 17:19 | Re: In the Shepherd's Shack"Do you remember the man whose wingboard you used after he told you to the young Prince? Merlin will surely have some choice words as will your mother and father the King and Queen. I assure you Prince I could have let you hit the ground and I would be safer for it. I am what your ignorant faith would call Anathema. I am no demon for if I was you would be very dead. My name is Alistr Hamrsoung and I was a humble smith now Luna has blessed me. I can never go back because of the misguided." the bear turned man told the young Prince.
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Segev Stormlord
GM, 345 posts
Mon 30 Apr 2012
at 19:22 | Re: In the Shepherd's Shack"A- A-- ANATHEMA!?" gasps the young boy, stepping back a pace. Freverick, the boy on the ground behind him, yelps as the flux of air essence slashes at his feet once more, scrambling backwards and to his feet as well. The prince continues, "Anathema in the castle! Freverick, RUN, get the guards! I-- I'll hold him off here!"
Freverick does scramble back a bit more, but despite Prince Seln's assumption that means his friend is getting away, the patrician lad is merely trying to get a better look at things. "No, don--" he tries, but is cut off by Seln's continued yelling, drowned out so much it's unlikely anybody heard him.
Seln braces his right arm with his left hand, palm extended towards Alistr. "Begone from my father's lands, foul servant of the goat-wolf!" he commands, trying to sound regal but unable to hide the frightened squeak in his voice, amplified by the air blasting about him. "BEGONE!"
The wind gusts outwards, briefly illuminating the entire scene in a crackle of static-released lightning. The courtyard, it's one large tree and several smaller ones, the walls, normally dark, turned almost blue-white by the electrical discharge. The prince, hair whipping about, up and away from his face, a stark azure rather than its normal brown and ice-like lines making his young face seem sharper. The linear distortion of pale blue essence channelling a wind-bolt right at Alistr, punctuated by a third cry of "BE! GONE!"
((OOC: Air bolt attack, 1 die stunt, 10 dice (3 Dex, 3 Archery, +3 excellency, +1 stunt); 8 successes. Alistr may stunt defense.))
This message was last edited by the GM at 19:23, Mon 30 Apr 2012.
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Mason Vaugn
player, 43 posts
Changing Moon Lunar
Happy to be alive
Tue 1 May 2012
at 01:36 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackMason peered over the edge of the airship at the scene going on beneath him. "Oh, great." Turning to the others on the ship, he asked of them, "Do you think he can get himself out of there, or do we need to go in?"
Turning back to the scene, Mason watched as the kid threw a lightning bolt at Alistr. "Yep, he's probably going to need some help."
Sighing, he strung his bow, hoping that the kid wouldn't get in too much trouble. Taking a quick glance around the scene, he saw just what he needed to get the situation defused. Shifting to a bird native to his hometown, he flew down, hoping to avoid being seen, but really, there was something much more attention-drawing than a bird. Landing just around the corner from all the commotion, Mason shifted back to his human form, still attired in his guard uniform. Good thing he hadn't changed out of that earlier. (Chicks dig a man in uniform, or so he kept telling himself.)
Running around the corner, he stumbled in shock at the scene going on. He had heard a commotion and someone yelling about anathema, but to see one here was still a shock. The duke's son was in combat with a bear! Mason quickly pointed his bow at the bear and fired an arrow at it. "Run! I'll stop him here while you retreat! He's obviously here for you, and you're much more important than I am!"
Mason then fired another arrow at the bear to emphasize his point.
OOC: Social attack on Seln. 2 autosuccesses from excellency. Perfect Symmetry is online. 8 motes spent.
20:32, Today: Mason Vaugn rolled 3 successes using 6d10 with the White Wolf Exalted system with a target of 7 with rolls of 1,6,7,3,7,8. Social attack (Man+Soc) + 2 successes.
Total of five successes, with standard difference in Appearance lowering his MDV by up to 6.
If he tries to read Mason's motivations, assume Mason will use Mask of White Jade to make it auto-fail.
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Beatrix LeSchaye
player, 220 posts
Solar
Zenith
Tue 1 May 2012
at 01:53 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackBeatrix frowns as Alistr opens his mouth and disaster spews out. Looking around, she finds a spool of rope, lets out enough length to get to the ground, and then fastens it securely. Drawing her saber, a fine, polished thing, she takes the rope in her other hand, wraps her legs about it and rappels quickly down, coming to ground quite close to Alistr and Savn.
She strides up boldly and surely and, in a loud and clear tone says "Hold, vile creature! I am an ally of this land, and will not allow you to harm the Prince!" She flourishes her sword, swiping it through the air a few times before leveling it at Alistr. All the while as she rappels down, strides, and swipes at the air, she grows more and more magnificent in appearance and bearing, culminating in a terrible and awesome presence as she levels her gleaming blade at Alistr in a clear threat.
Glaring at him, she calls out, "Flee while you can, creature! Run until your legs can support you no more, run north to your master, and know that we are coming for him!"
This message was last edited by the player at 01:57, Tue 01 May 2012.
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Merlin
player, 239 posts
If you knew he
would have to kill you
Wed 2 May 2012
at 02:59 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackMeanwhile, in the air above the castle, keeping to the shadows of night, is the Night Caste silently gliding along. His observation of the activities below amuses him. The emergence of an air aspected lost egg is fascinating. He wonders if Freverick was responsible in some fashion. His musings keeping him company, Merlin draws no attention, but waits as a possible avenging angel should something go wrong.
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Alistr Hamrsoung
player, 43 posts
Full Time No Moon Lunar
Part time Smith
Wed 2 May 2012
at 14:02 | Re: In the Shepherd's Shack"Just remember child you have been given a chance to learn a truth this day and you gave it up for fear. The day will come when I can walk in the daylight again. And remember you would be dead if it wasn't for me!" as he finishes Alistr shifts to bird form and flies away disappearing into the night. He slowly circles and returns to the airship a short time later if it is still there.
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Frevrick
player, 7 posts
Resplendent Destiny
The Sorcerer
Wed 2 May 2012
at 15:11 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackThe electrically-charged blast of air from the boy's panicked assault caught the bear a glancing blow on the shoulder that hurt a little even through his armored protection! As the self-proclaimed Anathema spun from the blow and retreated in the form of a bird, calling its heinous blasphemous taunts, Seln just yelled wordlessly, first in rage, then in triumph.
((OOC: Net one lethal health level to Alistr.))
Though the Prince has the grace to offer a grateful smile to the brave guardsman who helped him frighten away the monster, his eyes truly light up as his gaze sweeps past Mason towards the glorious image of the warrior-queen who swept in to save him. "Thank you, so much, m'Lady!" he offers in his best approximation of his father's smooth courtier's speech. "I wish I could claim I could have handled it, but I am not sure of that. But even so, you should not have risked yourself against such a demon; you're our guest here, and your safety is our concern." He steps forward to try to take Beatrix's hand, presumably to bow over it.
Meanwhile, Freverick, rather than obeying the command to leave (perhaps now that the beast is gone, he thinks the circumstances no longer warrant it), slips around the courtyard to Mason. "That was very brave, Sir," he says to the guardsman. "Thank you. I'm sure the Prince will be grateful, too, but...well, Lady LeSchaye is very distracting," he jokes.
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Alistr Hamrsoung
player, 44 posts
Full Time No Moon Lunar
Part time Smith
Wed 2 May 2012
at 15:16 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackPM
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Mason Vaugn
player, 44 posts
Changing Moon Lunar
Happy to be alive
Fri 4 May 2012
at 00:12 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackMason laughed lightly. "I can see how distracting she is. Anyway, it's not like I did much. The thing fled after she showed up, so all is good. If you don't mind, I'm going to go back to my duties."
Mason then walked back around that convenient corner he came from the first time. He was more than willing to let the warrior-queen have the spotlight.
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Beatrix LeSchaye
player, 221 posts
Solar
Zenith
Fri 4 May 2012
at 17:18 | Re: In the Shepherd's Shack"You fought bravely nonetheless, Seln," Bea says in a congratulatory manner as she sheathes her sword. "While the guardsman and I were what drove the beast off (for one such as that could have easily overwhelmed you), it is well that you were so bold in your own defense. I am sure your parents will be proud of your bravery, and relieved of your safely..." and here she smirks. "Perhaps even enough that they will overlook what you were doing that brought you to the beast's attention, yes? Let us go and tell them, and you have my word that I will stand up for you in this."
This message was last edited by the player at 17:49, Fri 04 May 2012.
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Alistr Hamrsoung
player, 45 posts
Full Time No Moon Lunar
Part time Smith
Fri 4 May 2012
at 18:17 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackOnce back on board the airship Alistr shifts back to his human form and starts mumbling about ungrateful little brats. After awhile he chuckles then comes over to the Dragon "Well dumb question but are you gonna try and kill me now Mr. Terrestrial?"
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Segev Stormlord
GM, 346 posts
Fri 4 May 2012
at 19:35 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackFreverick trails after Mason to his corner. "Are you sure you don't want a reward, or recognition? You could tell the guards on the battlements that it's been taken care of...but do you know what is up with that airship? Are we under attack?" he rapid-fires questions as they pop into his head, likely a result of adrenaline pumping through a small body with no idea what to do with it.
Seln allows Beatrix to lead him inside, looking a touch abashed. He thoughtlessly leaves the wingboard sticking up out of where it nose-planted in the ground, and the blue aura about him dies before it does more than fray the edges of Beatrix's blouse. They disappear into the castle to speak to the Duke and Duchess; guards are left to deal with the air ship that is, at least, apparently friendly.
((OOC: I'm going to let the PCs do as they will out here, guards will accept explanations fairly readily since Beatrix came from the ship to chase off the Anathema. Let me know when you're done out here and we'll move on to the next morning, unless there's something anybody wants to do that night.))
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Captain August Galen
player, 102 posts
Thu 10 May 2012
at 01:46 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackIn reply to Alistr Hamrsoung (msg #103):
In the airship sits the slouched form of Galen, groaning. Two buckets sit next to the Captain, one already containing some vomit. A crystal floats near the Captain, showing what Carabas can see of the scene below.
After Alistr arrives, Galen sticks out a gloved hand to the man, invited a handshake.
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Alistr Hamrsoung
player, 50 posts
Full Time No Moon Lunar
Part time Smith
Sat 12 May 2012
at 02:39 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackWrinkling his nose at the vomit Alistr takes the offered hand and speaks loud enough for Galen to hear "Nice to see you awake again Captain. Purging the excess I see. If you need anything other than holding your hair or cleaning up vomit don't hesitate to ask."
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Captain August Galen
player, 105 posts
Sat 12 May 2012
at 15:18 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackIn reply to Alistr Hamrsoung (msg #106):
"Heh, heh, heh. That is very kind of you, and I am afraid I will have to impose on your kindness sooner then latter.
But first, I'm shaking your hand because of what you just did, right now. If I live to an old age, I want to remember the day you revealed yourself to that young man, and showed them that the Lunar host are nothing like what they've been taught & terrorized to think.
And, as for that favor, you poor, poor, generous soul, I'm going to need some help tonight. Carabas here is being... difficult with her maintenance, and I'll need some help keeping her in line as I perform the needed procedures. Are you up to it?"
This message was last edited by the player at 15:19, Sat 12 May 2012.
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Alistr Hamrsoung
player, 51 posts
Full Time No Moon Lunar
Part time Smith
Sat 12 May 2012
at 16:33 | Re: In the Shepherd's Shack"He may not have acted on his knowledge correctly, but it is a seed. Sooner or later the young Prince will be king and he will remember that he owes his life to a Lunar. As for helping with maintaining your Carabas I will try. I have yet to master Magitech to the point that I can be of better service. Tell me what you need and I will try."
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Captain August Galen
player, 107 posts
Wed 16 May 2012
at 16:58 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackIn reply to Alistr Hamrsoung (msg #108):
"Oh, ho, ho. Then you are in luck, for Carabas only mimics the appearance of Magitech. In truth, she is the product of another Crafting art, called Genesis. But even for such creations, her Maintenance will is unusual. I need to perform a ritual in what amounts to her 'engine room,' but she objects to the process, and will try to restrain me."
"I would greatly benefit from your skills as a warrior to hold her in check as I finish the ritual."
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Alistr Hamrsoung
player, 54 posts
Full Time No Moon Lunar
Part time Smith
Wed 16 May 2012
at 23:55 | Re: In the Shepherd's Shack"One of the Created Ones. Just to be clear Captain. While I am a Lunar and all Lunars are warriors some are more than others. My hammer is more for smithing than skull smashing. It will do the job and does more often than I would like. I am a No Moon smith. Hardly what Lunars call a warrior." Alistr smiles a feral grin that shows his ursine teeth. "I will do my best. Which is more than it used to be."
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Captain August Galen
player, 109 posts
Sat 26 May 2012
at 14:31 | Re: In the Shepherd's Shack| Alistr Hamrsoung: | | "One of the Created Ones. Just to be clear Captain. While I am a Lunar and all Lunars are warriors some are more than others. My hammer is more for smithing than skull smashing. It will do the job and does more often than I would like. I am a No Moon smith. Hardly what Lunars call a warrior." |
"Ah! My apologize, master smith. I meant no offense, and did not mean that you where restricted to only one interest. Few men are. But you have clearly show bravery twice today, and if that is not the mark of a true warrior, then I do indeed know nothing."
| Alistr Hamrsoung: | | Alistr smiles a feral grin that shows his ursine teeth. "I will do my best. Which is more than it used to be." |
"That's all I ask for. I doubt Carabas would deliberately hurt us, but she does not always understand her own strength, and if she is not maintained soon, she may cause damage to the Duke's holdings. Let us proceed." It takes a second for the shaky Captain to get solid feet, and Galen must lean of the wall or a cane for support.
Galen leads to an ornate door, and the airship starts to lightly shake. A deep growl, much like a tyrant lizards, resonates through the ship. "No more blood will be spilled in my holds. No more." The ship begins to move away from the castle, sailing high and accelerating toward the mountains.
fluid gray slime oozes over the ornate door before Hamrsoung & Galen and solidifies & shapes itself into what appear to be a thick stone wall.
A test of strength will be required to access the door behind it.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:32, Sat 26 May 2012.
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Alistr Hamrsoung
player, 56 posts
Full Time No Moon Lunar
Part time Smith
Sat 26 May 2012
at 21:56 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackGiven that the stone door wasn't there a minute ago Alistr drew on his Lunar nature and hit the door solidly and pried at it.
OOC: 4 successes on the Strength check. Burned 3 motes on First Strength Excellency.
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Segev Stormlord
GM, 358 posts
Sat 9 Jun 2012
at 16:14 | Re: In the Shepherd's ShackThe wall is tough, but its metallic appearance is proven to be fraudulent when it tears more like taffy than metal. Unfortunately, the engine room doesn't seem to be behind it, now. This is more of a kitchen.
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