“One needs every trick in the book to keep up with you,” Cass smiled before it was quickly drawn away in a sear of pain at Adoven’s next attack.

Round 3 results
Adovan probed Cass' defense with both rapier and dagger. The rapier pierced through biting flesh. But the real threat was the dagger that pierced the side. Adovan stepped back twisting the dagger.

Cass blinked back tears and attacked with a fury. But the rapier wasn't able to pierce through the defense and the shield spell that negated the magic missiles.

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Next round!

Cass again chooses to use the combination of sword and spell as he conducts the form called No Calming the Storm

Adoven says "That was no Bard spell! When did you start training as a Magus?" His quick eyes took in Cass' movements and tried to guess what was coming even as he continued to press his attack.
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“After our little voyage, when I became disillusioned by the Aldori of the River Kingdoms.”

Adoven says "I've been learning a bit more about them due to local contacts. We ought to talk privately at some point after you wake up." he grins.
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Electricity crackles briefly on Cass's blade, but Adoven farts in and strikes with both dagger and rapier, the pain from the blows causing the spell to stutter and fail  However Cass  recovers enough to bring his duelling sword round a blow against Adoven's side.

OOC  Gentlemen.   I would like initiative rolls, and then your declared action for the next round.  Adoven had initiative for the last round and disrupted Cass's spell.

So  I would like to see the same roles as you have been using -  PLUS an initiative roll.
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OOC Are we sending the PMs to GM or to Kendrick?

Adoven grunts as the wooden blade slides through his defenses. "Nice shot" he comments as he tries to finish this match with another weapon combination.

OOC:   Me for the time being

His plans foiled, Cass attempts to cast again.

Cass elects to cast a spell, but it doesn't work out as Adoven manages to disrupt Cass' concentration by stabbing Cass in the leg with his rapier.  Adoven then follows up with another attack from his rapier (that goes wide) and a dig from his dagger (which doesn't).

Cass sinks to the floor, defeated - and Adoven is the Victor.

Adoven stands aside while the healers trot into the dueling salle. A few castings and Cass is able to stand up again. "Good match" Adoven says as he offers his hand.

“You have truly mastered your art.” Cass said as he shook Adoven’s hand. “Congratulations.”

Ince everyone has had a chance to recover, the next contestants are called.

Next: Table 1 - Cass Vs Cyrus  (Umpire DM)

Cyrus has been dreading this match the most of all. A battle against magic could prove deadly, one or two well timed blows could cripple Cyrus. But his own brute force would have to prevail if he was to win the day.

He lifted his sword in salute and then challenged Cass, saying “May my blade cut you down before your spells can take hold. Today you are my enemy, tomorrow my friend again.”

He moved forward to meet Cass bringing his sword down with a powerful arc of force.
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Cass reeled with the strike, but came back with attacks of his own.
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Cass starts to cast a spell, but Cyrus steps into the middle of the duelling table and strikes first, his sword carving deep into his opponent.  Cass is distracted, and the spell fizzles on his lips.  However, Cass regains his composure to bring his blade around and slash Cyrus across the thigh.



Just a reminder, I want a new initiative roll Each Round as well as your action rolls.
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Cyrus brushed off the blow from Cass and brought the long dueling sword down with both hand delivering another powerful strike.

Cass hopes that he can gain control of his new abilities to make a better show than previously.
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Cass squeezes himself to the edge of the duelling table trying to get away from Cyrus, and starts to cast again.  However Cyrus seizes the opportunity and thrusts his sword, speculatively, towards Cass.  The blow misses, but Cass is forced to abandon his casting.  However, as he blocks the Strike, his sword catches Cyrus across the arm.

Cyrus adjusts his stance and brings his own blade around in an almighty sweeping blow that slams into the mayor’s side, hard, almost killing him.