We know what this is, and it's ready for use.
This message was last edited by the GM at 04:44, Wed 22 Aug 2018.

Hey, all. The high-flying Nighthawk, reporting for duty.

Hey, I get dibs on your first interview......

Hey there. Looking forward to getting started.

In reply to Goodguy (msg # 4):

I wanted to pose a question to all of you: What's your opinion on making the character write ups available for everyone to view?  For my own part, I like to get feedback and constructive criticism from my fellow players, in case I've missed an opportunity or overlooked a rule; on the other hand, I can see how some folks might like to surprise their teammates with what their heroes are capable of, or how some characters might have secrets that should only be revealed in-game.

So...what say the rest of you?  I've gone ahead and made Street Demon visible to all, provided GM has no objections.  My character in particular could benefit from bright ideas and suggestions from the rest of the group, given the flexibility of his VPP.

Let me know what you think...
This message was last edited by the player at 03:34, Thu 23 Aug 2018.

I am such a newb at this game, I Literally just got the rules. But I'm CRAVING some superhero RPG so here I am. This guy dates back to the 90's when I was playing V&V. Had a blast. He's been in limbo for a LONG time and I wanted to get his boots on the ground again.

I think it would be great to see some other characters. I did mentioned to the DM that I'm willing to just lurk for a while watching how the game goes down. I'm waiting on him to give me a hand with creating him...it's a very steep learning curve.
This message was last edited by the player at 03:37, Thu 23 Aug 2018.

Heya peeps :)

Nice to be onboard. My own background and full character sheet are open to everyone (I guess ?)

I posted my sheet. It's bound to need work and the GM is helping me but if any of you have ideas let me know.

ps. GM.. I've dropped the sledgehammer idea. Just a hard-hitting tank that can teleport.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:55, Thu 23 Aug 2018.

wow... I just took some time to read both of your origin stories, "Stan Lee" level creativity there! Amazing job. Knockout... what a cool idea for a character! StreetDemon your new magical elements are genius.
This message was last edited by the player at 00:17, Fri 24 Aug 2018.

I was actually FOND of the sledge hammer...
... of course, I like the show, too.

Hey I'm not against it but my STR has me at the peak damage stack as per our last message. If there's a way to work it in then I'm good with that...even if it's just for show.

ps. I had it designed by one of Lester's friends who's a welder, Duncan Emberr. It was made of a solid piece of iron and twice the size of a normal sledge. It had this engraved on the handle, "Whosoever shall lift the hammer of Duncan shall forever be known as one big bleepity."


This message was last edited by the GM at 04:09, Fri 24 Aug 2018.

Thank you :) I enjoy a detailed character

I'm happy to share my sheet. Keep in mind I'm very new so the GM help me build the character. As far as background:

The mysterious young woman known as "Nocturne" is Jessica Bell, daughter of a life now consigned to memory. Her mother, Lauren, was a writer, a good one, and Jess as a child often came out in the middle of the night to find her mother grasping a steaming cup of coffee in her hands, finishing a latest draft. She'd let Jess stay up for a while, until she fell asleep to the sound of clacking keys and coffee being sipped. That was her mother, a writer, a kind and intelligent woman...

... whose stories captured even the fancy of a man several hundred years old. A man whose dark appetites only grew with the long count of years, stayed for a time by the company of a writer with a fanciful imagination. A monster in human skin, a drinker of blood, keeper of ancient secrets. Vampire. And Jessica was his half-human progeny, a dhampir, half-vampire, cursed to walk in both day and night as an outsider. Like many of her kind (who survive turbulent adolescence), she now hunts the monsters that go bump in the night, using her vampiric gifts to see and fight the things that normal folks can't.

Calling herself "Nocturne," Jess is a hunter par excellence. Thanks to her vampiric heritage, she has heightened senses and physical abilities, and she's quite difficult to kill. She also learned a blood ritual from a vampire in China that lets her bind an object (in this case, her sword) to her life-force, rendering it nigh-unbreakable (unless she does) and able to cut through nearly anything.

Hey Nocturne :)

Btw, I took the initiative to put my archetype and DEX and SPD stats in biography, in order to help our teamworking actions.

Good idea.

I agree.

Done

Could one of you take a look at my sheet and give me some advice please. I have no idea if this is right. For sure I need help with my multi-power. Did I do it right?

I'm new to the game so my goal here is to make a character that's not too complicated to use but still fun and contributes to the group.
This message was last edited by the player at 00:37, Sat 25 Aug 2018.

Well, it appears to me your character is unbalanced in several ways :

1. first with STR 60, DEX 15 and SPD 3, and OCV 5 without combat skill levels, you'll act VERY slowly, never hit your targets, and do less damage than anyone. Plus Deflection Powers need a OCV Roll. I'd suggest buying HTH skill levels to at least boost your OCV around 10. You can increase your DEX a bit in order to do that too... And SPD 4. Maybe decrease your CON (40 is enormous and very unuseful, go for 25-30).
2. 80 END and 75 STUN are useless too, compared to the END costs of your powers. 'd suggest at least to drop your STUN from 15-20 points. And decrease your REC around 15-20
3. For a Brick 15 PD and 14 ED is LOW. If you intend to take hits, aim at least at 25PD-24ED, with at least 10 rPD & 10rED. If not, your going to get BODY wounds often, which is not brick at all.
4. Telekinetic Deflection:
Deflection, No Range
Modifier (+½). Total cost:
30 points.
Should replace your MP which is useless built like this you did. This power will give you the same ability, costing less, and usable in any situation.

Go check with the GM of course.

Thanks. I’ll work on this.

In reply to Goodguy (msg # 18):

Goodguy, can double-check your settings in HeroDesigner?  It looks like it might be doing some of the calculations for his stats based on 5th Edition rules, treating things like REC or END AS Figured Characteristics based on the cost of his Primary Characteristics...
This message was last edited by the player at 03:11, Sat 25 Aug 2018.

very rue ! Missile Deflection appears instead of Deflection. Totally 5th ed

Actually, as 60 active points is the maximum for attacks this should definitely NOT be less damage than anyone. In fact, only one of The Crusaders (well known defenders of Central City that your character is SUPPOSED to want to join) has an attack that reaches sixty active points, and it does no damage.

Unfortunately, the maximum active points for a defense is forty. The best bet for a brick is mixing defenses, i.e. 10PD and ED (20 active), then 8rPD and 8rED (24 active), then 25% resistant damage reduction (physical and energy) 30 points. A typical 12d attack (figure 42 stun and 12 body) will only get eighteen stun through. Spend that last thirty points on damage negation instead and only twelve stun gets through.
The maximum active points for attack and defense are set the way they are to make it so everyone gets hurt. Even the villains follow those rules, so combat should be more volatile and bricks will have to change the characteristics they focus on accordingly.

Creating Hero System Characters 101
It's pretty common for someone to look at the Hero System rule book and be totally overwhelmed by the options inside. Usually first characters are a mish mash of powers of wildly varying powerlevels and are not really suited for play. After seeing this come up time and time again on the Hero Games forums I thought that it was time for me to try and answer this once and for all.


1) Learn everything possible about the campaign.
ie What Genre, What kind of adventures will be run (ie Action, Political, soapopera etc). Does it take place in one spot (ie one city) or does it travel? How often will characters be engage in combat? How serious is the game (is it comedy, Tragedy, high drama or something inbetween?)These questions gives you a direction for your character and it allows you to make a character that fits the GM's campaign.

2) Know the power level of the campaign.
Know what the Dex and SPD range is and what the Average stat for both of those is. You also need the Point levels of the campaign (ie 350pt supers, 150pt Heroic normals). How powerful should your attacks be (ie 10d6, AKA DC10, AKA 50pt attacks). Average and maximum OCV, DCV, OMCV, and DMCV (for 5e players the last two are Mental combat values). Maximum and Average PD and ED also maxes for unusual Defenses (ie Power def, Mental def, Flash Def). Average is important as it tells you what most PCs should have for that ability, so you can decide whether your character should be above or below that value.

3) Come up with a basic idea of what the character is beyond adventuring.
ie Marine Corps Sniper, High Society Socialite, College Professor, News Reporter etc. This gives your character a life outside of adventuring and gives greater depth to their background. This step also can give you ideas for people who may be attached to the character both for good or bad (ie a Dependent or a person Hunting the PC) Write these ideas down.

4) Now work on the character's Adventuring side.
Wizard, Healing Priest, Person turned into metal, Thief/Rogue, Person who can create fire effects, Warrior. Be general at this point, specifics come next. Also think about quirks that will make this character different from any other character of your type(s)

5) Take those generalities and be more specific.
Write out what the character can do in plain english (don't even worry about opening a rule book yet). This step is VERY important for Super Heroes and for Spell Casters. Done right this will both help with writing up powers and will suggest weaknesses.Make sure that this list shows what you want your powers to DO. Fiery Body from being possessed by flame elemental is a good start, but you need to write down specifics of what the Character does with that Fiery body. The more specific and detailed the writeup the easier it will come to write up powers.
ie Fireperson the flaming superhero
a. Can project bolts of fire
b. Body's fiery aura can vaporize bullets and is resistant to heat effects
c. Being made of fire makes character lighter than air and allows her to fly
d. can see heat (ie Infrared Vision)

6) Start writing the character up using the rules.
This is where you open your Rule books and Genre books. I recommend starting with skills. See if you can find a writeup of your profession in the genre book. Most of the professions have some sort of package that lists out skills (and complications) that are appropriate for that profession. You may think of more. Next work on Perks (things like favors, contacts and licences), Go onto Talents, then Powers. When you start to write up powers go back to your list of what your powers should do, then find the power in the book that best fits that writeup. Start with the abilities that translate easy. (ie Can project bolts of fire; sounds like either a Blast or a Killing Attack Ranged or it can be both if you like).
b. This is also a good time to buy Int and Presence. Keep in mind that 3s and 8s are breakpoints and will save you points.

7) Now balance the character so they fall within the points budget.
This is a great time to see if some of the powers can be purchased in a Multipower. Also think of limitations on your powers. ie"Power requires a Roll" is a good limit for beginning heroes. Also think of weakness in those powers. ie Fire powers probably don't work under water or in Vacuum. This a good time to lower stats that you were kind of wishing for but don't break the character's concept to lower (ie Presence can be a good stat to lower). If you cant come under budget, then go onto the next step. You might find ways to save more points in the proofing stage

Cool Proof the character vs campaign limits and power levels.
These question are to reality check the character so they aren't a total wimp or over-powered.

a. Do I have at least 1 attack power that is straight up dice of damage? (ie Strength, Energy Blast or Ego Attack). This means one attack power that has no advantages like NND, Armor Piercing, Penetrating etc. If your powers all have gimmicks you can find yourself in situations where the character cannot damage the badguys at all, which can make for a frustrating experience.

b. Are my defenses = 2x to 2.5x the average damage dice (AKA Damage Class) being thrown in the game? (ie if the campaign is based on 50pt (10d6 powers), then I should have from 20-30 Defenses.

c. Can I take one attack at campaign average with an average roll and not be stunned? (ie have my Con Score exceeded by damage taken after defenses) 1d6 does 3.5 average stun. so 3.5 x 10d6 = 35 stun on average - PD or ED (lets go with 20) and you take 15 stun which means that you need 16 Con to not be stunned by an average hit (round to 18 to take advantage of figured chars).

d. Do I have enough STUN to take 2 - 3 average attacks? ie using the numbers above the character takes 15 STUN per hit and should have 30 STUN to 45 STUN

e. Do I have enough End to use my most common attack + run end using defenses + movement-Recovery for one full turn? ie ((Sum Attack End Cost + Defense End Cost + Movement End cost/2)* SPD) - Recovery. Your movement end is halved is because you take half moves during any phase you attack. Recovery can be used to decrease the amount of end needed to meet this goal (also Recovery allows the character to heal back STUN damage)

f. Do I have a movement power that is faster than 12m/phase? or is moving slowly ok for the character concept.

g. If your character has ego powers remember to have Mental Defense at 2x to 2.5x the dice of Mental Attack (not the dice of Telepathy or the other mental powers). The character should have around 20-30 Ego and OMCV and DMCV around 5-7. Most people never buy their DMCV above the base of 3 or their ego above 10. You can bank on this being true in all campaigns with the exception of ones that are all mentalist based. So take advantage of that fact to save points. For Telepathy, Mind Scan, Mental Illusions, and Mind control, you can reality check these by using the formula 3.5 x dice rolled -10 (avg ego). On a 10d6 attack you roll a 35 on average, subtract 10 for avg ego and get 25 which means that you get +20 effect on most rolls (with a -1 on breakout rolls on +20 effects to boot). 6d6 averages 21 which gets +10 vs most targets

h. Your CV scores should be at least campaign average. OCV should be at campaign average or average +1

i. This is a good time to buy any other Characteristics that I haven't talked about above.

9) Does the character still fit the points budget?
If you are under budget go onto Complications/Disadvantages the next step. If not, then really look hard at all of your powers and skills and see if there is something that can be cut (and purchased later when you get exp). Also, see if there is some other limitation you can place on your powers to help lower points.

10) Start putting together your Character's Complications (AKA Disadvantages).
Go back through your notes and see if any complications jump out at you. If you were the crusading lawyer or reporter perhaps some criminal is hunting the character. Perhaps you know that the character is curious, has strong convictions against killing. Perhaps that body of flame has a weakness against cold attacks. Write it all down and come up with your complications. BTW Complications are good for the character. They give the GM something to grasp onto to help write adventures that involve the character beyond just being there. Don't be afraid to have that weakness to alien glowing rocks, or Ice attacks, have a sweet curious Aunt May, or a Wife/Husband,Girlfriend/Boyfriend. These things make your character interesting, not your powers and skills. If you are really hurting for ideas go to this site, it's a real nice resource for Physical, and Psychological Complications along with Social Complications Masterlist of Limitations

11) Go though your notes and write down your characer's background.
ie Job, what the character did before they started adventuring. It can be anything from a bullet pointed list of events to a short story. Make sure the GM gets that background along with the Hero system writeup. You are done and if you have followed all of the steps you should have a well rounded character that isn't a total wimp, that can contribute inside and outside of combat, and has a background that the GM can use to write adventures

Congratulations you have finished your character!

Thanks for all the suggestions. I’ll start from scratch and remake him being sure it’s set for 6th edition. I’ll keep all of these comments in mind.

OK.. I think I pretty much done. Character Sheet is updated. The help is much appreciated.

Yes I was using 5th edition in the Character Builder. When I changed it to 6th things got easier.

ok that's better, but still there is a major issue with your character : he doesn't have any rPD or rED at all !

meaning a knife hold by a punk can kill him pretty quickly.. You might gain points by lowering your natural OCV DCV to 6 both, and buying Combat skill levels in HTH. And try getting Resistant Protection in both PD & ED. Say 15 PD & 15 ED natural stats + 10rPD/10rED from powers.

Turns out I messed up some on my character as well. TGK has come up with a fascinating variant... as soon I can straighten out a few points.

OK..tweaked again. He's looking good and I can't wait to hold the front line for you guys.

OOps... forgot to update my DEX and Speed in my biography. Done.

Goodguy looks good.Goodguy seems to be fine.
I want to make this post
Iambic pentameter...

DANG IT!

Sweet!

Origin story updated to include his rival - The Load Master.

How about a roll call of who needs what and who's got it all?

I’m good to go boss.

I think I'm good to go!

good to go!

In reply to The Great Karnac (msg # 34):

I'm good, except for one small tweak -- for SD's Smog-based Drain powers I need to add the AVAD Advantage, so that Life Support defends against it rather than Power Defense; it won't change the cost, but it does make defending against them an all-or-nothing proposition...
This message was last edited by the player at 21:52, Tue 28 Aug 2018.

Not done, major revisions yet to be made.

In reply to The Great Karnac (msg # 34):

So...do we just jump in and interject ourselves into the scene at the lobby of the Harmon Building?  Or do you want to do some sort of independent lead-ins that put us there?

The thread is still closed. I assume we’re still waiting.

yes, assuming that too. Maybe for Nighthawk needs to prepare his sheet

I think we finally agreed on a finished product.

We did, and it looked good enough to open the IC thread, let your characters go free!

What time is it at the Harmon Building?

Mid-morning, around ten-ish.

Ah, so the eastern sides of the buildings are shaded by the taller structures.

Not as much as the western side is shaded by the building itself, but, yes, the alleys are shaded.

I've implemented Language groups. If your character knows a second language (English is primary) it can be used to speak with the following notation, [Language unknown: Comla Wa oveingent li menwasard trespopo la Roriar.] and [Language unknown: il Ect ingeveoreast lo linatilesble.]

[Language Arabic: Now I'm telling you about languages in Arabic.] and [Language Mandarin: now I've switched to mandarin.]

Nice touch

Did we lose a player before we even really started?  Or is there already a plan in place to introduce Nocturne at some other point in the campaign?

I was wondering the same thing.

I'm enjoying this so far I gotta' say.

Nocturne should show up, but is attempting to do so in character. I'm refraining from affecting the RP going on at the meeting, but I'm not absent.
This message was last edited by the GM at 04:22, Fri 07 Sept 2018.

In reply to The Great Karnac (msg # 53):

Okay -- I was worried about nudging the action away from the Harmon Building before she showed up, given that it might be hard to integrate her once the other PC's had stepped away from the scene; but from a roleplaying standpoint, Street Demon just couldn't rationalize planning out their strategy in front of a crowd and the media.

But Street Demon is about to do something that might catch an alert hero's interest, particularly since (if memory serves) the Crushers have a weather manipulator among their ranks...

With his size and ability to teleport I think "Linebacker" actually fits him perfectly. He engages and makes sure opponents don't get  through the line.

I like it... GM.. consider this my official notice to start looking for ways to roll play this change.

Uh, Street? I dont think the identities of the Crusaders are Public.

My error. Manning is public
This message was last edited by the player at 01:44, Sat 08 Sept 2018.

Well, ever since that press conference where Carter Manning threw away his notes and opened with, "First, let me just say, I am Manta Man."

Say, were those robberies at night, or in broad daylight?

At night, usually when it was darkest. Perhaps the perpetrators were trying to avoid having to damage civilians.

After the meeting breaks up, everyone needs to state where they're going. I'll try to keep threads straight.

Just want to let you guys know... I'm loving this so far. Great characters.

Speakin' of which...sorry about the delay. RL issues sapping some creativity. I'm reading things and working up a post and should hopefully be able to jump in tomorrow. Sorry about the hassle, and I'm looking forward to playing with you all.

looking forward to you joining us.

How is Turn mode worked in this Edition? Can you turn faster than normal, and if so, how?

Turn Modes work pretty much the same as in earlier editions, with all the numbers doubled because we’re working with meters rather than 2-meter hexes — if you want a tighter turn radius, you either need to slow down your velocity or devote Skill Levels in Flight to decreasing your Turn Mode...

Hello there folks am currently negotiating with the DM for a character named Drifter.  Still early stages yet, but was just curious about the speed average of the group? If any of you do not mind letting me know that is.

Don't really want to play a character that is left behind a lot.  Played one once and I do not recommend it.
This message was last edited by the player at 11:50, Sat 15 Sept 2018.

Hey guys,

Just wanted to inform you I'm quitting the game. SO good game to you all :)

Hey there, everyone!

I'm working with the current GM to see if I can join the game as well!  The character's name (work in progress at the moment) is The Walker.  Since most characters seem to be on the tanky or punchy side, I'll be playing something more like a blaster/disabler kind of person to balance things out.  I look forward to writing with you all!

Guess that means I stake out Manning on my own.

In reply to AnotherNamelessOne (msg # 68):

Glad to have you aboard, ANO!

If you're soliciting suggestions or inspiration for your character, I'd submit to you that a science/tech-based PC would be a welcome addition == with a street mage, a cursed shapeshifter, and a half-vampire on the roster, we're pretty well represented in the magic department already...
This message was last edited by the player at 21:27, Sat 15 Sept 2018.

A question to the GM:  Should we try to slow down or put a hold on the PC's trying to advance the plot, to give you an opportunity to weave the new and/or heretofor unseen heroes into the group?

Character's kind of science-y, actually.  So, no worries there!  I'm also rounding out some ethnicity (thought I'd make an Asian Indian character).

In reply to Knockout (msg # 67):

Well, sorry to be losing you, Knockout!

So...do we RetCon it and act like she was never there?  Does Knockout phone or text Goodguy to let him know another case has come up and she needs to leave town?  Or do the PC's now have an additional mystery they need to investigate along with the disappearance of the Crusaders?
This message was last edited by the player at 21:31, Sat 15 Sept 2018.

And StreetDemon, does Good guy even know to associate 'Tony' with Street Demon? Did you reveal your Secret ID to him?

I am aware of his identity. As for knockout leaving and new characters joining. I think we need a small reboot.

Suffice it to say there's more things going on right now than what's visible to the group channel; I just threw in that vignette about Tony/Street Demon's private life because it might make for entertaining reading for the rest of you...

It’s like we’re in the DC universe instead of the Marvel one.

You take that back, you sonnuvabitch!

;-)

The All-encompassing DC/Marvel/Equestria Universe...

Friendship IS Magic!

EQUESTRIA!!!!! Slowly I turned ... step by step ... inch by inch ... I crept up behind my prey, finally, I whispered in his ear "Niagara Falls".

Knockout's disappearance has been folded into the plot. New PC's will be jumping in whenever they're finished, which makes sense as Joan Dillon's report (due mostly to the inappropriate bleeping of StreetDemon's comments^*) was thrown onto the internet and has gone viral thus providing a hook for any new heroes to show up.


^*"Yo, bleep -- whassup?!?"

"That's your big story?  Some rich white mutha-bleep gets robbed from a factory he probably bleep collected from the insurance on, and that's prime-time news?  Where was you last week, when that bleep building on M.L.K. Drive burned to the ground?"
"You want a real story?"
"How about you tell these people about the seventeen bleep livin' there, who lost everything?  Who's helpin' them out?  I'mma tell you who -- ME!"
"Makin' 'em temporary shelters from bleep outta the rubble..."
"Keepin' the lights on bleep 'em.  Organizin' bleep drives around the community -- people lookin' bleep
 bleep  bleep each other!"

"But don't even trip -- I got this.  I'mma show all y'all how it's done; and then maybe when the Crusaders come back from wherever the bleep they are, and they're ready to get serious about fixing this town, y'all are gonna see some real hope and change all up in this..."

Tha’s not what yo mamma said!

Something about Joan just invokes blasphemy. Usually it's along the lines of "oh, God!.......oh, God!....."

anyone seen a Giant Robot lying around somewhere?

  Drifter is sure one was around here earlier :)
This message was last edited by the player at 12:01, Sun 16 Sept 2018.

Drifter the Wanderer. Drifter not the Gozarian. Drifter the crafter of paper mache bowls has arrived.  Tremble and Cower all for he is being followed closely by tax auditors.
This message was last edited by the player at 18:42, Sun 16 Sept 2018.

Have at it, Darryl -- I wouldn't fuck her with Lester's dick...

You may proceed, Darryl, but personally I would avoid an unsuccessful mating with her even if allowed to utilize Lester's equipment.

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This message was last edited by the GM at 04:25, Mon 17 Sept 2018.

So, should we expect Drifter to be the "Captain Daffy" of the team...?

In reply to StreetDemon (msg # 86):

Not at all! He is a Gofer.  So that is "Major Gofer" I guess
This message was last edited by the player at 03:29, Tue 18 Sept 2018.

So, Mr. GM...where do we stand on getting Nocturne and Drifter completed and up to speed?

And what about the six or so "To Be Determined" names that are listed on the roster but we have yet to hear from in any of the forums?

Also, do we have any dangling plot threads that we can use to loop in any of the newer arrivals to the campaign (e.g.; someone knows of GoodGuy from his positive Reputation and seeks him out to team up against the Crushers; another hero spotted Street Demon's display of magic on the Marriott rooftop and has been tailing him since then; someone with KS: The Superhuman World has heard of the mysterious "Man-Bird of Central City" and has sought the high ground to watch for him)...?

Also also: What real-world city is Central City meant to stand in for, if any?  I ask, to try to get the general feel -- a city that's meant to resemble, say, New York is going to have a very different vibe from a stand-in for Miami or Seattle, and it'd be nice to be able to write some descriptive color to reflect that...

Finally, if we need to stall further for time to let Drifter and Nocturne get teed up, it'd be helpful if you could start a thread to maybe set the scene for the action at Manning's plant, and maybe get a ruling from you about what order the PC's arrive...

Us no names? Just causing trouble in the abstract. =)

Nocturne and Drifter are in play, they will RP themselves into the fray as they see fit.

The as-yet-unnamed heroes are slowly developing their character and characters, when they're ready, they will be seen.


All those are good, plus Joan Dillon has started a series of special reports on the evening news AND the local TV station website about the vanishing Crusaders and the new generation of heroes stepping in. Any of them with ties to the police will know about Detective Broyko's Central City Crusher Crimewave Curtailment Committee. The 'six C' is actively pursuing the recruitment of heroes to take crash courses in procedure and be recognized as 'affiliates'.

Central City is a total anomaly. There's a large river flowing through the middle of the city emptying into a large bay. To the east is a large port area and to the west is a large strip of beaches with luxury hotels. In addition, an interstate runs right through the city, crossing the river over a modern eight lane bridge. They have some of the tallest buildings in the world, depressed areas that look almost post-apocalyptic, several colleges and universities, a large industry base and thriving financial and theater districts. The Yormer Brothers studio is north of town, and many world-renowned actors/actresses/directors live in the opulent suburbs to the northwest. So, if you can find a similar 'real-world' city, then that's the vibe this one matches.

As soon as everyone chimes in with a post about what they're doing at 8 pm, I'll be posting more stuff.

You ask a lot of question, but I did have a smooth explanation for everything. My return question is where does this quote come from:
"What do you want me to do, learn to stutter?"

How about I just give the characters last name and let someone else name the movie.

Characters last name was Spade.

"I'M gonna get you, Sucka?"

"The stuff that dreams are made of."

"Who ARE those guys?"
"Oh, that's my theme music."

I'm not sure how we're supposed to use what Drifter is posting to help get him to the scene and involved with the other PC's -- is he even in the right part of the country?  He mentioned ending up in Times Square, which (presumably) would put him in the real world city of New York, rather than the fictitious Central City...
This message was last edited by the player at 20:32, Fri 21 Sept 2018.

In reply to StreetDemon (msg # 95):

Really? well Drifters Central City did have a Times Square and not so many Aero Disks that someone flying about on one is just common place.  I just hope that Darkseid never gets to hear about that. Ah well New world New Rules...

In any case I feel certain the local Police Force or Crime Cartels etc will have some idea of the local Heroes and they (the DM) can help get us together one way or the other
This message was last edited by the player at 21:43, Fri 21 Sept 2018.

anyone thinking of forming a Hero group with a team name like "The Marauders" or "The Mystery Men" for example or are we all going to be lone wolves?

The group is in the process of forming. In game time we've know each other for less than a day.

In reply to Goodguy (msg # 98):

Known of each other for less than a day?  If you are sure about that!
This message was last edited by the player at 00:13, Mon 24 Sept 2018.

Yup. We met in the morning at Crusader tower, headed over to the convention center for a short pow wow then split up until about 8pm. It's night the first day.

And while Drifter might know Nighthawk, the reverse may not be true.

GM's choice was that this is a different reality. There were some things in the other game that wouldn't fit this one.

In reply to The Great Karnac (msg # 102):

;) ;)

Weee, the internet is back on. Time to get back to work. X.X

Just as a player aside: Street Demon's current spell allows him to monitor both TV news and police radio channels; if there's some chatter going on that's indicative of there being other heroes in play, perhaps we've got an in-road for getting the newcomers introduced to SD, GoodGuy, and NightHawk (he can transmit on those frequencies as well...)

I think we should try to role play our meeting up as quick as possible. I'd feel much better in a team environment.

I tend to agree with Goodguy.  Mr. Karnac -- any chance you could apply a little "divine intervention" to give the narrative a kick in the pants toward that ultimate goal of the heroes assembling to defeat evil?

To my mind, it seems we're at a bit of an impasse between the two threads.  With the unaffiliated heroes (i.e.; Drifter, Inferno, and presumably Nocturne and "Hatter", assuming they're still out there somewhere) we've got a desire to fight crime, but it doesn't feel like they have much of a drive to pool resources or "safety in numbers"; on top of that, they don't to seem to have any solid leads on the Crushers' activities or even the existence of other independent heroes, and the clock has already nearly run out on setting up to catch the Crushers when they make their next move.

On the other side, the trio of NightHawk, GoodGuy, and Street Demon have been actively working to establish trust and find reasons to team up together, but they're woefully outnumbered for the coming fight; but since they're already at the most likely site for the next heist and night has fallen, it makes zero sense for them to suddenly abandon their stakeout to try to go on a recruiting drive.

I think we've tried a couple of times to offer obvious openings for the independent heroes to come join the party (e.g.; "Oh, look -- a mysterious black cloud and a pyrotechnic display on that hotel rooftop!"; or "Think I'll tune in to the police radio channels, in case somebody is discussing something interesting...") but nobody has seemed interested in rising up to take the bait.  So, if I may make one more attempt to try to connect the two sub-groups...?

Perhaps some passing civilian or member of the convention center staff notices a bright red glow (SD's neon message to Knockout) coming from the roof of the convention center; they notify the police and snap a picture of a mysterious missive, which then gets forwarded to Detective Broyko (an obvious choice, given that he's the head of the anti-Crusher task force).  If anyone along the chain of evidence recognizes Street Demon's MO from the neon writing, it would immediately hearken back to this morning's news report with Joan Dillon, where three superheroes -- one of whom (Goodguy) has an unassailable reputation for fighting the good fight -- all announced their intention of bringing the Crushers to justice...
This message was last edited by the player at 18:27, Tue 25 Sept 2018.

Semi-divine intervention has delivered Drifter and Inferno to Manning Enterprises, so there should be some additional cohesion occurring naturally. My choo choo starts really slow because they are so few stops on the line and the engineer has a heavy hand on the throttle.

Hello, another prospective player who's needed 2 weeks to figure out a character for... reasons?  I've needed some Hero Designer time to sort things out, and less free time than expected to devote to it. :P

Darryl Starre seems familiar.  Not sure if Shortcut triggers any memories for him, but that's not the character I'll be using.

Actually, I'm still not quite sure what character I'm playing.  I've got it down to 2 choices, and other than being indecisive in general, I'm really feeling a '6 of one, half dozen of another' type situation on which one I want to play.  So rather than flip a coin, I think I'll see which you guys think will be more fun to bounce off of.

1) Impulse - Disgraced former USAF pilot (you're not allowed to defenestrate a superior officers, even if they are sexually assaulting you) got into an accident with an anti-gravity engine and now has inertia/momentum powers.  Which primarily manifests as 40m flight, no turn mode, combat accel; though there is a little bit of force field and enhanced strength.  Would have a second job working for her DNPCs at Graviton Aerospace.

2) Why can't I think of a name? - Central City college freshman and video gamer gets sucked into a game with several other people from around the world.  They get out, at least partially thanks to the Crusaders, but with a twist in his case - he pops out as his character from the game, which happens to be female in addition to superpowered.  She(?) initially just wanted to keep living a normal life and adjust to/ignore that whole gender flip.  But just recently she has discovered that she has a Hunted curious how he managed to come out of cyberspace so changed.  That sounds like a job for the Crusaders - and a job offer for her. ;)

The game he got sucked into was some kind of fighting game MMORPG, and his character is fast and hits hard, but is a bit fragile.

2a) Also, since I posed the characters to the GM, it has occurred to me that a variant on the 2nd character would be to throw in OIAID and accidental change so we can mix Ranma 1/2 and Sailor Moon in to the trope overdosing here.  So he's not stuck with the gender swap and has a pretty good secret identity, if slightly unreliable.  But it's less tragic, and would give me like 80 extra points for the character.

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Like I said, please let me know if either sounds like it would be more interesting interacting with you.  Thanks.

Wasn't Shortcut a character who looked like Japanese anime, who had teleportation powers?


For 2), I am reminded of an old 3rd edition HERO character I had. It was a cyberpunk game using HERO, and I made her a net runner with awesome combat skills. Her name was Angela Deth. Feel free to use it.

And so the cat-herding begins...

Nah. All my felines wear collars.

In reply to NeedsAName (msg # 109):

If you’re soliciting opinions, I’d say that Impulse sounds like the more useful and interesting of the two (not being a fan of anime in general); although, Since you bring up the subject of “tropes”, I’m also not a big fan of “rape as backstory” for character development either...
This message was last edited by the player at 23:45, Sat 29 Sept 2018.

Goodguy:
<b><Blue>
The same light show followed by a gust of air greets Drifter as the massive 7 foot frame of Goodguy suddenly appears before him.

What is so massive about a mere 7' tall?

As I have stated Drifter has seen taller. Heck he can even take you all to a place where 21'tall humanoids are common place.  It is you who are taking an issue on Drifters nonchalance of Goodguys height.  Heck you did not even wonder at his indifference?  You automatically jumped to the conclusion that he was insulting you.  Which neither he nor I was.

So be it.  If you do not want to work with Drifter that is fine by me.  But there is no reason to insult or degrade him when he is not even currently with the group... or is there?
This message was last edited by the player at 04:50, Sun 30 Sept 2018.

U2 Nighthawk... np  anyone else?
This message was last edited by the player at 03:49, Sun 30 Sept 2018.

Sorry, but that IS how he appears to Nighthawk. I'd be happy to revise his opinion as soon as he sees some evidence.

In reply to NightHawk (msg # 116):

So a person in a world of super powers who claims to be able to interact with characters out of books and movies is not to be believed but a person who can change into a bird is?  Well that is just too bad for Drifter as he has yet to be given any reason IC to give any proof of his abilities.

He could bring some of Darksides minions over? How about General Zodd and his cronies? Or he take someone into The StarWars Reality so they can talk to Darth Vader or worse yet C3PO

Not that he will do any of that as it is just asking for some real problems.  Can you imagine a plague of Midichlorians in the City.  Supers galore... Good, Bad and Worse.

Be careful of what you wish for, you might just get it and don't jump to conclusions.  Heck the DM is listening and he might like some of these ideas.
This message was last edited by the player at 07:35, Sun 30 Sept 2018.

In all honesty, Nighthawk has not spoken to Drifter, nor has he heard anything issue from Drifter's mouth. That is my point. Drifter is down below, where he got out of a transport vehicle. He then mounted a pair of flying discs, but rather than fly to the roof of Manning Enterprises to speak with other heroes, to introduce himself and his abilities, he is (as far as I can tell from posted actions) ambling around at street level in a random pattern. If someone can point out anything I have wrong about that description, please point out the post number to me?

In reply to NightHawk (msg # 118):
...
This message was last edited by the player at 12:28, Sun 30 Sept 2018.

Drifter.. we just need help here understanding your character and your posts have done nothing to help us so far. It would be like me posting something like this

              "Goodguy sits in the corner thinking about a Popsicle."

How can we get an idea about your character at all? If you could provide a little more narrative. Also the rest of us are trying to interact with each other a bit. Would it be so bad if Difter just came over and introduced himself. How are we supposed to role play this given what our characters have seen? Ok you're not impressed with Goodguy's size, that's fine. But in character all Goodguy has experienced is you getting out of the car, saying something totally out of left field to him, then floating away. I have to role play this as he has experienced it.

Do you want to be a loner. If that's what you want out of the game and the GM is good with it then OK. Get your own thread. I thought the goal of this game was to create a team, if so then we all need to role play in a way that makes that happen. Right now the team is on the roof, trying to get to know each other and make a plan, and not be in sight when the Crushers appear. You are doing the opposite.

I'm a little hesitant to join in on this discussion, because I don't want you to feel like we're all ganging up on you, Drifter.  But I will second what Goodguy says about how we all need to roleplay in a way that leads us toward the implicit goal of the heroes joining together to form a team; and sometimes that means we each have to compromise a little from our original vision of our own character because we understand the long-term goal will make the game better and more fun for everyone.

I'm sure you've got a very rich and detailed backstory worked up for Drifter; and to someone intimately familiar with the character, as you are, the actions you've had him take and how you've roleplayed him make perfect sense.  Where the problem arises, is that the rest of us players are NOT already similarly enamored with the character's mystique, nor are we privy to all that information about the secrets of his origins.  And since the current story arc is plot-driven rather than character-driven, everyone else's focus is on dealing with the plot (i.e.; stopping the Crushers' crime wave and unraveling the mystery of the Crusaders' disappearance) rather than teasing out the nuances of the characters' psyches; right now our attention is on the ways and means at our disposal for solving the central conflict of the plot, and so far all we've been able to divine about what Drifter can contribute is "He's the guy who mills about in the general vicinity of the other heroes without directly interacting with them, while making obscure geek-culture references to no one in particular -- generally in his own internal monologue, where nobody else is aware of it anyway".  If (as appearances suggest) he has little to no interest in taking an active role in the investigation and confrontation of the Crushers, or in teaming up with other heroes, it begs the question: "Why is he even here?"

I don't think it's overstating it to say that, to someone who doesn't have your knowledge or perspective on the character, reading Drifter's posts in-game is like reading posts that have been copy/pasted from an entirely different campaign -- there seems to be little to no context to what he's saying, and his actions are only tangentially related, at best, to the main thrust of the narrative.  I'll be perfectly honest -- with these difficulties in Drifter's relating to the other PC's and being relatable in general, it's to the point where I've been wondering if Drifter as a character, or maybe even you as a player, might be somewhere on the autism spectrum.  And I don't say that as an insult -- in the past I've played with and even GM'ed for several players who were high-functioning autistic; but I will say that it does help to know that about a person in advance, as it helps to manage one's expectations and approach in order to best work with them.

I hope you'll help us to understand what motivates this character to fight evil and defend the helpless, and why he wants to be here in the company of like-minded heroes.  And I'd encourage you to try to SHOW us, rather than tell us, in ways that can be clearly and immediately understood by anyone, whether they're already a Drifter aficionado or not.

To offer an example of how to introduce a quirky and eccentric character who can also be a solid team player, consider the character of Luna Lovegood from the "Harry Potter" books and films.  Sure, she talks about imaginary creatures like Nargles and wears shoes to bed because she sleepwalks, so it's immediately apparent to the reader that Luna is off in her own little world most of the time; but at the same time the author/screenwriter gives her moments in the story that highlight that she's also a good person who can be relied upon as an ally to her classmates -- she reassures Harry that he's not going crazy when he suddenly starts seeing creatures that his friends Ron and Hermione are oblivious to (i.e.; the thestrals, who can only be seen by someone who has seen death); then she shows compassion by bringing scraps of food for the baby thestral; and she even aids Harry by fixing his broken nose after Draco curb-stomps him.

Anyhow, that's all I have to say for now; I hope you won't lose heart over this, and that the campaign can be even better for having had this discussion...
This message was last edited by the player at 15:47, Sun 30 Sept 2018.

O.o I am hopelessly lost now...

In reply to StillInProcess (msg # 122):

Are you still down to kick evil's ass?

Then there should be no problems -- just get your character finished, then find an excuse to get yourself to Manning Enterprises....

I second that..hurry up and jump into that vat of corrosive acid, turn on the gamma ray machine or accidentally swallow some radioactive pizza....whatever it takes to get the powers and suit up.

Aye aye!

Absolutely.

Although there are a few specific things that are not allowed
1. Origin can not involve a radioactive handsome actor biting any part of the future hero's anatomy
2. No secret identity is permitted to be Irwin Schwab
3. No part of a superhero identity can be spelled n-i-t-e or s-e-i-d, it hides nothing and just annoys the proctors at the spelling bee
4. no character is allowed to take himself more seriously than the villains, please note this should leave plenty of room

The best Villians are the ones who think they are the hero of their own story. Super-Serious!

In reply to StreetDemon (msg # 121):

You went with Harry Potter? That would likely have been my second choice... okay, maybe third.

Why not suggest Drifter could eventually grow into replace from list and should attempt to model a younger version of that character?
• Coriakin from The Chronicles of Narnia
• Rafiki from The Lion King
• Master Oogway from Kung Fu Panda
• Yoda from Star Wars
• Gandalf, for bleepity sake! from The Hobbit, where do you think the idea of "apparently addled wizard" came from?

I've instituted a private line group to use for radio communications. The following code will allow those with some sort of radio communications to see it, and no one else:
[Private to group Radio Communication: this is a radio message]
becomes

Similarly, I have language groups for Arabic, French, German, Mandarin, and Spanish.
[Language Arabic: This is in Arabic]
[Language French: This is in French]
[Language German: This is in German]
[Language Mandarin: This is in Mandarin]
[Language Spanish: This is in Spanish]

becomes
[Language unknown: Sesi nd il Oulartter]
[Language unknown: Ulne et sa Omepreera]
[Language unknown: Ine er a Beical]
[Language unknown: Atle m t Derartseting]
[Language unknown: Whall i t Adhele]

I speak English and brain. that's about it XD

Street, why did you mark Drifter with a D? He still hasn't given us his name yet....

Goodguy is English only.

Uhhh...because YOU called him that, in Post #38?

In reply to StreetDemon (msg # 53):

Makes it easier for a person with code against killing to save that poor stricken victim.:) But I have had DM's who have had other views of the Rules and that is not limited to Champions.
This message was last edited by the player at 21:50, Mon 01 Oct 2018.

It not entirely clear what you're referring to that you think would "make it easier" to save the victims; but I would point out that, barring one of those GM fiats, the Crushers (or even civilian bystanders, should they somehow still be on site) will never be in any real danger of permanent harm because Street Demon's power cannot do BODY damage.  But NO plan we could come up with is immune from that risk -- if one of the villains has a Susceptibility that we don't know about, or the GM simply thinks it would make for good drama to have one of the Crushers start to die, we'd be in the exact same boat as if we tried the carbon monoxide gambit.

Also, keep in mind that the gas is under Street Demon's complete control at all times -- he can shut it down with a thought, and likely will have to because the Crushers are liable get wise to the trick long before the last of them falls unconscious (the effects are Inobvious, but not completely Invisible).  At the risk of repeating myself, it's merely meant to soften the villains up and make them easier to take down, much as Flashing or Entangling them will also give us an advantage.

In addition, I'd like to invite all of the PC's to try to take a more proactive role in the strategizing process.  It's easy -- even a bit lazy -- to simply poo-poo or shoot down somebody else's idea without offering up a counter-proposal of one's own.  We're currently outnumbered, and have no idea what these villains are capable of; our best bet is to be creative and think outside the box with our powers, and to come up with stunts where we're able to hurt multiple villains simultaneously, while denying them the chance to do the same to us.  And hitting them all with an invisible attack while our team remains in hiding accomplishes exactly that.  Simply squaring off man-to-man and hoping for the best is a recipe for failure, if for no other reason than they've got more men than we do.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:49, Mon 01 Oct 2018.

Technically, what StreetDemon is attempting is more like flooding the warehouse with carbon dioxide, which would start to displace the oxygen and cause some slight suffocation. Carbon monoxide is more insidious, binding to the hemoglobin in the blood so it chemically blocks your system from getting oxygen. Carbon dioxide is the more non-lethal and its effects are quickly reversed by resumed access to oxygen. Simply put, carbon monoxide poisons and carbon dioxide suffocates.

Better heroing through chemistry.

The Crushers are due to appear real soon, but I am trying to get as much set up as possible before my plans are disrupted by contact with the enemy.

I think it's a good plan

Karnac -- When you have a minute, can you please take a look at posts #48 and 53 in the Manning Enterprises thread?  We need an official ruling on whether there are still any civilians within the building, as it will affect our preparations for the Crushers' arrival...

I was going for the proper level of dramatic tension.
                }:-)

This message was deleted by the player at 03:52, Tue 02 Oct 2018.

Personally I don't see anything wrong with the plan. But like you said it may not last long enough to be effective depending on how observant they may be. It is worth a shot.

Joan COLLINS and Manning used to date?!?  Boy -- the old lady sure gets around, huh?  And I thought she was a tramp back in the days of "Dynasty"...

Oh, and while I'm thinking about it?  At the risk of overstating the obvious: any warnings that Street Demon has offered regarding his gas attack, goes DOUBLE for NightHawk -- I noticed that all his enhanced stats, including his CON, REC, END, and STUN, are bundled into the "Unified Power" set; that means if the gas affects those stats, it's also going to Drain every OTHER ability under the Unified Power umbrella -- his wings, his senses, even his claws -- as per 6E1 395.

Also, to Karnac: I know you were really strict on a hard 60 Active Point cap for any offensive power -- I couldn't even go up to 62 AP for a 10d6 attack with 1/2 END!  Yet for NightHawk's claws, he's got a base 52 AP for the claws themselves, which he can then amp up to 77 by adding his STR to his damage.  Not to gripe, but how did NightHawk get that exemption?

And to NightHawk, regarding the same Power: you list the maximum damage for those claws as being 4d6 w/STR, but NightHawk only has 25 STR; plus, any extra Damage Classes added by his STR would be reduced by 1/3 because part of those DC's would need to go towards applying the Increased STUN Multiple Advantage (see 6E2 100 for more info on adding damage to Attacks with Advantages).  Are you assuming some sort of Move Through-based velocity bonus with that number?
This message was last edited by the player at 00:01, Wed 03 Oct 2018.

Good lord you are strong.

That's why I don't carry a weapon. My STR caps me out for damage at 12d6.

I can't wait to hit someone.

On a side note.. I made the character this way because I'm absolutely new to this game and wanted a fairly basic character to get the feel of things.

I could never handle the powers StreetDemon has...it's like Greek to me right now.

There is power in simplicity.

Part of me thinks with strength like that you should get tunneling with invisible power effects. You just walk through walls and leave holes behind.

In the conversion, I missed the fact of the increased stun on the big HKA. Increased Stun should only be on the pinfeather attack. May have to replace or eliminate extra stun on 4d6 attack.

Also, I am informed that Strength can add to even 1 pip of HKA damage increasing that to 2d6.

You are correct, there is a 60 active point cap for any offensive power. There is a 40 point active cap for any defensive power. 2d6 HKA with reduced END and plus two stun multiplier is 52 active points. That's under the cap. 60 STR is 60 active points, that's under the cap.
Applying a standard push to a haymaker with 60 STR would be a 90 active point attack, and would be completely legal. So adding STR to a HKA and pushing it over sixty active points is not against the cap.
I should also point out that purchasing forty points of PD and ED, then forty points of resistant defense, then forty more points on damage reduction and forty more points on damage resistance would give a character extreme defenses while remaining within the cap. Of course, that's pretty much half the character points available so this would be like the character in 'Legion of Super Heroes' that had the awesome power of turning into a nearly indestructible statue.

Lol. Stone Lad. Color me an extreme nerd.....

In reply to The Great Karnac (msg # 149):

So if Nighthawk’s claw damage slips past the AP cap because it comes from two different sources (HKA and STR), why did Goodguy’s STR/Hand Attack combo — also from two sources — get the veto?

Not trying to be difficult here — it’s your campaign, obviously; just trying to understand the logic and wanting to see that the rules are being applied equally to everyone.  It’s fine by me if Nighthawk has a leg up on everyone else in terms of damage — the downside of his character is: he’s completely boned the first time anyone hits him with any sort of Drain, on account of his “Unified Power” Achilles’ Heel...
This message was last edited by the player at 09:42, Wed 03 Oct 2018.

Interesting idea. I might consider working something like that into his teleportation powers later. Being able to tunnel by teleporting pieces of matter to another spot. Kida like a teleportation powered jackhammer.
This message was last edited by the player at 13:25, Wed 03 Oct 2018.

In reply to StreetDemon (msg # 151):

To tell the truth, I wanted to open the possibility of some hero saying "I'm pushing beyond my limits, I may stop the evil Dr (something bad starting with 'd', but not doofus, it can't all be comedy) but it will probably take me out as well".
NightHawk's claws are EXTREMELY damaging, but the defense cap means if he hits the bad guy with them, he has to worry about death; they are part of his werebeast power set and so are unified and would be drained in certain circumstances; they don't exist in direct sunlight. The whole point of the point cap is to even the playing field, and NightHawk's claws will probably not be involved.
This message was lightly edited by the GM at 04:13, Thu 04 Oct 2018.

Street: 2 groups, with me on high watch and taking on Vulture sounds good.

Good Guy: Shaking their resolve would be a Presence Attack, not an Ego attack. What is your PRE value?

And a random guy in a super costume near the lady in the bush. =P

Guys, I really hope I'm not monopolizing things too much with the strategizing for the coming fight with the Crushers -- I'd love to have the other PC's come up with gambits or power stunts that make the best use of their individual talents, or be able to offer suggestions for cool moves we could use on those dastardly villains; but unfortunately, NightHawk and I are the only ones who put their character sheets on display!  If you don't want to give the whole game away by putting up your full character sheet, you could just mention the salient game mechanics here, out of character, and we can brainstorm a bit about out-of-the-box uses for your powers...

Also, to Hatter and Nocturne: I think we're getting very close to the moment in the story where everyone assumes their positions and we fast-forward to the moment when the Crushers show up -- if you want to introduce yourself & get in on the fun (and not possibly get mistaken for one of the villains in the thick of the fight), now's the time!

Trying to discuss that +2 Stun Multiplier on HKA with GM, possibly remove it. 4d6 HKA with normal Stun seems violent enough. My high Stun.attack is a bit more elegant.

Ok thanks. My Presence is 20.

In reply to StreetDemon (msg # 156):

And here I thought I was being polite. One moment.

You're still off by a bit. 30 pts for 2d6 HKA, +1/4 for Reduced Endurance (1/2 END), +1/2 for +2 Increased STUN Multiplier is 52 Active Points. Adding 25 STR gives 77 Active points, divide by 1.75 to account for advantages and you have a 44 point HKA, or 3d6, not 4d6.

I'll give another twenty-four hours to set things up, then there will be some time dilation before the Crushers show up.

My character sheet has been made available to everyone to view.

that sounds more like a presence attack.

Does Hatter's mask change to match his emotional state, a la Rorschach from "Watchmen"?  Or is it just his body language that suggests he was about to have an anxiety attack?

Also, out of curiosity, about how tall is Hatter?  Judging from the pics, he looks to be a bit on the tall-n'-gangly side; Street Demon is probably the shortest of the group, at about 5' 9" tall, with more of a gymnast's physique...

He hasn't closed the eyes yet so you can see his eyes through them. Once we actually get close to a fight he'll end up closing the interior visor so it'll look like just blackness later.

And he also started a partial retreat before he stopped. Leading with the left foot.

6'2" and thin. Think engineer nerd made super hero.

Just to be clear -- anybody else who wants to be part of the Server Room group is more than welcome to join in; Street Demon grabbed Hatter and took off without waiting for anyone else because:

1.) He can only take one other person with him while Desolid;

2.) To minimize the risk to civilians, he needs to round up Dillon and her cameraman before he floods the building with gas; and

3.) He figures that Hatter, as a mentalist, has the best chance of "persuading" Dillon to behave herself.

I just -*Foomed*-. 500 meters in the air in 2 seconds. Someone must have just put 4 million volts through me (obscure Monty Python reference).

BLargh, a week just shot past me here.  Having finally made up my mind, here's hoping they don't whip by quite that fast anymore.

Going with Impulse.

In reply to Darryl Starre (msg # 110):

I suppose that's one way of putting it... :P

In reply to StreetDemon (msg # 113):

Um, okay, I can see why you might bring up 'rape as a backstory'.  Which is not exactly what I was going for.  It only got as far as drunken groping before 'no means no' was enforced by a groin shot and throwing him out a nearby window.  She's not especially traumatized, angsty, or anti-social because of it; just temporarily unemployed.  But I don't really know you, am I still in offensive land?  I'm somewhere on the mostly functionally end of the autism spectrum and occasionally trip up on where the line is.

In reply to NeedsAName (msg # 168):



Don’t sweat it, Impulse — it takes a hell of a lot more than that to “offend” me.  Just something about that thumbnail description had my antennae up -- the use of graphic or gratuitous abuse against a character, particularly of a sexual nature, can sometimes be the sign of lazy or cliched writing in an attempt to score cheap dramatic points. But I'm not making any prejudgements about whether that's what's going on here with your character; my stance is completely neutral, and I look forward to seeing what Impulse brings to the campaign...
This message was last edited by the player at 21:40, Mon 08 Oct 2018.

Actually, that was the plan I thought I was conveying to everybody -- the gas trap only works if we can lure them inside the building with their guard down, and that only happens if they're not confronted with any opposition beforehand.  Hence the use of phrases like "IN the warehouse" and "stay out of sight"...

<sigh>

Well, it's like Street Demon said -- no plan survives contact with the enemy.  Or one's own allies, apparently...
This message was last edited by the player at 21:42, Mon 08 Oct 2018.

In reply to StreetDemon (msg # 170):

since when is there only a I in Team...

I thought it was meant to be a GROUP Effort and that does NOT involve DICTATORIAL Demands by people who do not let others have the chance to respond before they ASSUME that EVERYONE is of agreement before they went off by themselves AGAIN.  Only to then turn around and complain about others not doing what they were told to do.

We are not your puppets,  Give us time to read and respond before 'ASSUMING' your demands are being followed by everyone else.

Drifter had brought in a em-placed weapon and placed it and then you ran off half cocked and he was NOT going to leave the Weapon behind as he for one does not plan on 'arming' the enemy.

As I had already posted in (msg # 44): which is as follows:-  If you were not wanting the weapon placed then why did you not have your character say so in the first place.

Holy 0 to 60 in 2.5 seconds Batman.

...where 2.5 seconds is equal to literally ONE WEEK since I proposed the initial plan to set up the gas trap for the Crushers; and in the intervening time made continual invitations, both in and out of character, for criticisms, counter-proposals, and improvements.

But apparently that's STILL too quick and "dictatorial"...

</sarcasm>

Reap as you sow.

What has happened has happened. This just means that S.D. And I will be massive badasses and overcome any issues on our end. Just as any other will have to.

In reply to Hatter (msg # 175):

I'm pretty much of the same mind, Hatter -- we probably can't un-ring the bell at this point, so we're just going to have to play the ball where it lies.  At this point I think everything is going to hinge on NightHawk -- our team is currently split, while theirs is united; and it's going to be up to him to rally the team at the right moment so we're not confronting the Crushers at half strength...

I have a tiny bit of healing if it comes down to it. I think we will be better off sticking to mental illusions to help cover any exit power you have in the worst case. Just keep telling Hatter what to do and he will back you up best he can. Mindlink is also an option.

In reply to Hatter (msg # 177):

Not to nitpick, but don't you need to have line of sight with the target in order to establish a Mind Link?

I did not see that. Ill go double check.

You need line of sight, and a willing target, to establish the mind link. After the link is established, line of sight is not necessary.

A second way to establish the mind link would be to mind scan each party to be added to the link, then link to each. Mind scan is a 'targeting sense' for mental powers, and as such replaces line of sight once a link is made.
I've added a private group for those in a mind link, I'll have to edit the list as people drop in and out. It works the same as radio communications, so just as:
[Private to group Radio Communication: this is a radio message]
becomes

[Private to group MindLink: this is through the mind link]
becomes

as most of you can't see either of these, it would be helpful if someone who did see them let me know they were working properly.

I see both. One white and one orange.

Well, I exist as a real PC now.  Hi.

So, do I just show up at Manning Enterprises, or is there more structure to this?

Sorry about my own impulsive response, but the last thing I can allow is your gas starting to drain all my abilities. Plus I am most effective in the air, and hiding on the roof isn't an option if Vulture has avian sight enhancements like I do. If he gives his team the all-clear and they go inside, I can strike him from above or behind and take him down before joining you.

In reply to NightHawk (msg # 184):

I don’t consider yours an “impulsive response” at all, NightHawk — you’re performing your role exactly how we talked about, keeping tabs on the Crushers and waiting for an opportunity to peel off Vulture from the rest of the villains.  Although, at the risk of repeating myself, NightHawk will still be quite safe from the gas if he simply stays above it or holds his breath while inside it — I was only going to put about 3 Phases’ worth of END into the cloud anyway, once they’d entered the building...

In reply to Impulse (msg # 183):

Hi impulse. Welcome.

Hey there Impulse.... find a way to role play yourself in.

Goodguy has a known identity if that helps.

Actually, since NightHawk's kick-ass PER Roll has given the group some advance notice, I had another idea for doing a coordinated group attack on the Crushers.  If you'll indulge me for just a moment:

1.) First, we'd need NightHawk to somehow verify (maybe through another PER Roll?) that the Crushers are indeed inside that van; assuming it IS them, then

2.) NightHawk notifies Street Demon and Hatter, so that they can hot-foot it back outside to join the rest of the team; while they're doing so

3.) Street Demon jams the local radio frequencies to render Vulture useless as a lookout; at that point

4.) NightHawk can attack Vulture at will, hopefully gaining the element of surprise on him; meanwhile

5.) The remaining heroes disable the van, where (presumably) the rest of the Crushers are inside.  The "how" doesn't matter so much -- Inferno could melt the tires, Drifter could shoot those tires out with his gun, Hatter creates a mental illusion that causes the driver to crash, or whatever.  But we probably want to limit it to just one or two people being devoted to crippling the van, because of what comes next;

6.) Street Demon then uses his Concrete and Smog powers to give the Crushers the "Dutch Oven" treatment -- with a Multiple Attack, he fills the van with toxic gas, then traps them inside it with a concrete wall that's tight enough to pin the doors of the van shut.  The build might look something like this:

Dutch Oven -- The Gas: Drain CON, END, STUN, and REC simultaneously 1d6, Attack Versus Alternate Defense (Life Support (Self-Contained Breathing); target holds his breath; All Or Nothing; +0), Area Of Effect (4m Radius; +1/4), Constant (+1/2), Expanded Effect (x4 Characteristics or Powers simultaneously) (+1 1/2), Invisible Power Effects (Fully Invisible, effects of Power are Inobvious to both target and other characters; +1 1/2), Reduced Endurance (1/2 END; +1/4) (50 Active Points); Not usable in high winds (-1/4) Real Cost: 40
PLUS
Dutch Oven -- The Oven: Barrier 5 PD/8 ED, 7 BODY (up to 18m long, 3m tall, and 1/2m thick), Opaque Sight Group (60 Active Points); OIF -- Requires nearby source of concrete (-1/2) Real Cost: 40

This limits the gas to affecting only those within the van; SD can maintain the gas more or less indefinitely, but he can now cause it to dissipate instantly if he wants to, which represents an improvement for anyone who needs or wants to engage the Crushers close up.  After this initial setup

6.) The heroes can now surround the englobed van and engage the Crushers, with the main goal being to keep them trapped within the area of the gas as much as possible to prolong their exposure.  Since the Barrier tends to keep the Crushers in an enclosed area, Area Effect attacks will be particularly effective, for those who have them.  Goodguy could also use his incredible strength to knock back or throw escapees back into the AE of the gas, to make them keep taking Drain damage (as well as slamming into the van or a concrete wall for additional damage).  And if we can keep at least some of the Crushers trapped inside the van, either by bottlenecking their escape route or Street Demon patching the holes in the barrier after one or two get out, the rest of the heroes can concentrate fire on one or two Crushers at a time, increasing our chances of knocking them completely out.  And since the Barrier will also effectively pin the doors shut on the van, they may end up doing considerable damage to their own vehicle as they attempt to bust out, which may render the van useless for carrying out the heist, even if they do manage to get free.

It goes without saying that this is merely an invitation to discussion -- no one is being "ordered", and nothing is being "demanded".  But any discussion needs to happen quickly, before the GM advances the timeline; and somebody other than me (namely: NightHawk) would have to kick off this (or any other) series of events, as Street Demon and Hatter are currently unaware of the existence of the van...
This message was last edited by the player at 22:50, Tue 09 Oct 2018.

In reply to StreetDemon (msg # 188):

Side question. Street, can I still talk as a vapor?

In reply to Hatter (msg # 189):

Absolutely -- about the only thing you can't do, is attack opponents who aren't similarly Desolid.  And Street Demon isn't holding on to Hatter too tightly -- you could be cut loose and become solid again as a Zero Phase Action.

In reply to StreetDemon (msg # 190):

Heading home. I'll have some info on the scan. Most what you know already.

You had me at "disable the van".

I figure this strategy also has the added advantages of:

1.) Keeping Joan Dillon and her cameraman safe, as we'd now be engaging the Crushers some distance away from Manning Enterprises; and

2.) Limiting collateral damage to the business, for the same reason.

The one "x-factor" to the whole plan depends on who/what else is going to be close by in the section of the street where we do end up engaging them -- we'd need to be careful for random civilians, and try to keep the Crushers corralled up in/around the van as much as possible.

Also, I know the initial Barrier is a bit on the weak side, owing to having to wrap up the entire perimeter of the van in a single shot; but if we can hold the line and keep the Crushers contained for just a couple of Segments, SD could do another Multiple Attack and bolster the concrete wall with an additional 15 BODY...
This message was last edited by the player at 21:17, Tue 09 Oct 2018.

The only one who might be outside the van is Mercury Mercenary. He might also be an advanced scout.

The Amazing Forbush Man could be outside the van, for all we know!  But I figure hamstringing four out of six ain't a bad start (maybe seven, if the GM throws in an additional Crusher to balance out the imminent arrival of Impulse).  Plus, if Street Demon can Hold his Action until just after Merc takes his Phase on the same Segment, SD can englobe MM in a 5 PD/20 BODY concrete cage of his own, and he won't be able to Dive for Cover to avoid it...

But like I said, this is meant to spark conversation and brainstorming -- if someone has a bright idea for dealing with Mercury Mercenary, now's the time!  (I'm thinking some sort of "Liquify Concrete" spell, built as a Sticky AE Entangle; but don't let that stifle your own creativity!)

so my plan for this is straight forward. Teleport right in front of the van. Smash the engine with a well placed punch then flip what's left of the van on it's side.

any objections? I'll make said post in the AM to give time for feedback.

In reply to Goodguy (msg # 196):

I can definitely respect that plan from a "looks cool on camera" perspective; but from a game mechanics standpoint, it may be a little trickier to pull off -- your punch probably wouldn't do enough knockback to stop it cold, which means it would probably still impact you and do some damage.

Maybe a "Grab-By" maneuver to scoop up the van and have the two of you match velocities in a single move, with the punch effectively being the "special effect" for inflicting "Grab and throw" damage for slamming it into the ground?  It'd be the same amount of damage as a straight punch (both to the van and the occupants inside, minus any protections they may have for seatbelts/airbags), and guarantee that you'd take no damage yourself; AND brings the van to a dead stop on its side...

The one caveat is that the Grab-By maneuver has a -3 OCV penalty, but the size of the van would give you a +3 bonus to hit, which cancels that out; that'd mean the van could have a maximum DCV of 4, versus your OCV of 6, for a total 13- to-hit roll (about 83% chance of success).*  And if you miss, the van's plowing into you without being slowed down at all, for a considerable amount of damage.

However, the fact that you're appearing out of nowhere may give you a Surprise Maneuver bonus to your OCV, which would increase your chance of success, subject to the GM's whim.

Can we get a ruling on the feasibility of such a stunt, Karnac?

Oh, and one other thing -- we'd better be sure that it's really the Crushers inside the van BEFORE you try that little stunt, or you're going to have some pretty battered and litigious civilians on your hands...

*In case you're wondering, I'm pulling the stats for the van from 6E2 196, and assuming that it's just an unmodified van; those numbers could be subject to change if the van is actually souped up and the crappy paint job is a "disguise" for it...
This message was last edited by the player at 23:32, Tue 09 Oct 2018.

IR Vision might also be telling in this case, NightHawk -- Bull might have an outsize heat signature that could potentially be visible in the van, as might the power source or exhaust vents from FIST's armor...

In reply to Impulse (msg # 183):

Yes, just show up. Impulse will need to explain herself to those already there, and would probably want to avoid any Crushers (assuming she can figure out who they are). Otherwise, it shouldn't be too tough for Impulse to decide that absent Crusaders means plenty of bad guys to take down; each would have an acceptable level of risk, in any case.

The characters can all see that this van is faking neither its age nor its lack of proper maintenance:

In reply to StreetDemon:


Sorry for falling off the face of the Earth, got sick. Attempting to catch up, stuck at work though so I'll do my best to catch up.

Meant to respond a bit sooner, but there were some issues with internet coverage and activities/sleeping.

---

Also, now that I think about it, what is the terminology used in Central City to refer to crimes committed with superpowers?  Like how 'assault' becomes 'assault with a deadly weapon' if they have a gun.  Since it seems like the sort of thing the police would have a standardized term for. :)

Assault involves a threat of bodily harm. Making the threat with the obvious ability to deliver lethal force is assault with a deadly weapon. Including the intent to take the targets life (with or without the obvious ability to deliver lethal force) is assault with intent to kill.
An attack after an assault becomes, depending on the level of the assault and the weapon used in the attack, 'assault and battery' or 'attempted murder' or 'manslaughter' or some degree of 'murder'.
It's important to realize, assault is just a threat. As soon as the event is more than a threat it has progressed past assault.

Well, sure, yes.  But that misses my point for a poor example.  What I was trying to get was how does the police dispatcher indicate supervillain involvement?  'Suspect is armed' doesn't quite explain the situation properly.  And there are so many terms people like throwing out; empowered, metahuman, supers, etc.

It's not that important, but I do like getting my language right. :)

SOP is for the dispatcher to indicate they have "ACR", at which point the police immediately back off. As an example, when the purse snatcher grabs the purse from the little old lady in full vision of the beat cop, the patrolman starts chasing the purse snatcher as he reports the situation to hq (cops have radios). When Condorman swings past the patrolman after the purse snatcher, the patrolman stops running and tells hq he has ACR. Dispatch relays this to anyone with their radio on and ALL affected police personnel take a step back and wait for Condorman to do what he's going to do.
This might seem inefficient, but it means police lives aren't wasted against impossible foes because when one appears there is usually an almost immediate Apparent Cape Response.

In reply to The Great Karnac (msg # 205):
 I hope the Police change frequencies sporadically.

Sorry I've been incommunicado the last couple of days -- been busy moving to a new apartment, and helping my stepdaughter prepare for the imminent delivery of her baby...

Also, have we lost Inferno from the group?  Haven't seen nor heard from him in a while now...

Nah, still around just a little busy but I am keeping track.

Secret passage from the Citadel was something I had not considered. It's a good possibility.

I took care of knockback for you (yeah, I know, it doesn't do anything, it just looks good).

target is in the air -1d6, attack was killing damage +1d6
00:01, Today: The Great Karnac, on behalf of NightHawk, rolled -2 using 2d6-7.  knockback.
that would be 4m of knockback, which propels Vulture 4m away from NightHawk

In reply to StreetDemon (msg # 207):

Cheers on the new baybeh!

Does anyone have a book or movie realm or reality that they have wanted a character to interact with?  I have thought it would be fun to have a Character explore The Many Coloured Land, Middle Earth and Pern.  Getting a Fire Lizard companion would be so useful for sending timely and urgent cries for assistance... if we can get the little tykes to understand how important a message is.  Ever dream of crossing lances with Galahad or Lancelot? How about being tutored in magic by Merlin? How about a visit to one of the Many versions of Atlantis?

If you have? All you need do is post OOC care of the DM and then catch Drifter on a good day:)
Nothing is Impossible just highly Unlikely.  Why it might even be possible to have our characters travel to a Mundane Earth where people are fans of a Online game call The Crusaders of Central City? Now that would be so weird.  Not saying that such a thing has not already been done before... but not with this group of Hypernauts.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:45, Tue 23 Oct 2018.

As a Catholic, the Bible.

If we are limited to fiction, old man's war because of the tech, Dresden Files because I'm in it, and my own books because I know more than would be fare about book world's I've published myself.

That sort of jumping around is dangerous. Ya never know when the Vogons are gonna make an appearance.

The blonde bombshell is back to the story ! Now that RL is settled and let me play ! :)

In reply to The Great Karnac (msg # 215):

or when one is going to encounter a Tribble.  But life is full of danger is it not.  There are Muggers, Thugs, Grifters who are not at all like Drifters, Con Artists and Con Ametures not to forget Reporters and Freelance Tax Assessors (you know the ones who are into five fingered discounts.)
This message was last edited by the GM at 04:59, Wed 24 Oct 2018.

Great, the lovely lady is back to turn Hatter into a bumbling fool. XD

that's up to you Hatty ^^

Ummm, okay?? Where did Shrew, Bull, and MercMerc come from, and why didn't Nighthawk's incredible PER and 240-degree vision spot them? What direction and Distance to F.I.S.T.?

NightHawk couldn't perceive some of them approaching through the smoke screen. FIST is 175m down and about 70m southeast of NightHawk and everyone heard him fly in.

Was his preception high enough for him to see a hatter pointing at him and making gestures?

The smoke screen affects Infrared and Night vision, too?

Yes, the smoke affects infrared. Nightvision is just vision, the smoke is built as Darkness(power) whereas nightvision offsets darkness(environmental). NightHawk is a quarter of a kilometer away swooping at a target, and will STILL perceive the new arrivals before they do anything.

do i get any clue on the radio or anyhing else about where the other are battling ?

There were several PSA's with Detective Broyko asking for what help he could get from the local independent heroes, if Knockout calls him he'll tell her exactly where the action is.

Sorry, I am alive, but work this week has been just stressful enough that by the time I relax enough to post at night, it is past my bedtime.  Hopefully I can catch up sooner than later? :P

I've been a little lax, but I'll try to do better.
Mind Link will ONLY work on a WILLING target in LOS. If you are willing to be linked, speak up. Linking is defined as an attack action, so only one person per phase, but otherwise the link works without fail (willing target means MCV is 0). Please indicate whether or not your character was willing so I can properly update the private communication channel for mind link.

Unless I see the person trying to get inside my head, I refuse. It might be Temper trying to get inside, for all I know.

Drifter would also attempt to resist any attempt at mental intrusion.  That being said I would have to ask.  If after some time we get to know the mental signature of a person! Would it be acceptable to figure that is the person doing the deed?

Like recognising a familiar figure in your lounge room?
This message was last edited by the player at 02:31, Sat 27 Oct 2018.

Is StreetDemon still posting? He's the one I have a communications link with.

In reply to Drifter (msg # 230):

Actually, no. You have to be willing BEFORE the mental touch, so there wouldn't be anything to recognize.

Will my relative velocity and Speed be enough to intercept FIST?

Yes, and he's not really rushing anywhere.

I think we need a speed chart instead of free form. And how far away is FIST and the groundlings?

I think we do, also. Those still in transit (definitely Impulse and NightHawk, but anyone else that's stall approaching their target should chime in) need to indicate what approach they're using, I'll set up a SPD chart, please let me know if I get anything wrong:


This message was last edited by the GM at 04:43, Sat 03 Nov 2018.

Yea, I think Street is down for the moment. What to do next. hmmm.

Correction. My Speed is 7.

I believe StreetDemon is on the roof attempting to coordinate communications with the sensors in the building and any radios nearby, so he's busy.
I've added all the characters to the mind link, but it is assumed that each character spent an action having Hatter add them. I would think you could have fun with the RP on that. Let me know if your character officially opted out of the mind link so that I can remove them from the group.

It's ok for me. knockout is unexperienced enough to let such a link establish. ^^

Inexperience or not! Normally a Mind Link is very useful and people may opt to hang up anytime they want:)  That been said however for some strange reason Drifter has opted out.

Well you guys all using photos as a profile picture, makes me feeling I need to do so :p
Let's see if I find anything fitting !

In reply to Knockout (msg # 242):

Nah... don't do it Knockout your character is special... Revel in it.

You can beat up any other characters who takes something other than a photo just to keep it that way:)  Even if it is {doom doom dooooom doom} The DM

{I formerly declare that in Drifters opinion any similarities between The Great Karnac and some random non affiliated DM are totally and entirely circumstantial and indeed the two beings are totally different entities}

gulp I do hope that is good enough... waiting nervously under a lightning rod beneath 2 miles of solid concrete and rubber padding, for any signs of Thunder Bolts.

I think you should Keep your Photo Knockout it does go well with your Picture.
This message was last edited by the player at 07:39, Wed 31 Oct 2018.

And Drifter knows from rubber padding...

In reply to Darryl Starre (msg # 244):

Your only saying that because Drifter has met Santa Clause, The Easter Bunny and Jack Frost.  Unfortunately The Tooth Fairy refuses to visit him for some unfounded speculations. Drifter has lost some teeth.  Oh and I formerly decline to be the subject of any interview with you unless it is a puff piece.  With plenty of unfathomable words... like supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.

Knockout doesn't know about rubber padding. But Santa Klaus she knows about. And Humpty Dumpty.

In reply to Knockout (msg # 246):
sigh...
Drifter stopped visiting Humpty Dumpty long ago... The superglue was getting to be too much of a drain on limited resources.
This message was last edited by the player at 09:03, Wed 31 Oct 2018.

Among the various tabloids that Knockout is targetted by, some of them suggested she could visit Playboy House. Or Maxim's.

Thug life...

Drifter has heard OZ is good this time of year... Heck he has heard it is good any time of the year.

Heya travelling from today till sunday :)

One more correction to the SPD chart - I've got +4 Lightning Reflexes with all, so effectively 27 DEX.

In reply to Impulse (msg # 182):

Drifter does have access to some rather odd weapons like the Rubber Bullet Mini-Gun market with optional Computer Targeted Firing Solutions, Kyber crystals or energon powered Decepticon booby traps err pistols.

 after all he is an entrepreneur...
  theoretically so.

Speed chart updated, real life is a drag. I'll move things along ASAPMI (as soon as personal mood improves).

Hope life picks up and flys right for you boss.

Is FIST flying low enough to impact the Manning building with enough knockback?

You are approximately six and a half meters from the building (each square is five feet).

How does damage negation work vs KAs?
This message was last edited by the player at 12:30, Mon 05 Nov 2018.

In reply to Inferno (msg # 6):

Inferno if you don't mind me asking, what is the special effects of your Flash?
I am assuming it is some sort of Fire Burst but that does not make it so.
Could you please expound on its form?

For example is it a gathering of light or do you grow a little dancing figure of fire on the palm of your hand that you have jump off to attack the optic nerves or even some aura of flame engulfing your body that bursts out in a non lethal manner?

IC This world weary traveller is curious to know.
This message was last edited by the player at 21:50, Tue 06 Nov 2018.

From a mechanics standpoint, damage negation actually reduces the number of dice rolled. For the attack Mercury Mercenary made, the dice would have been reduced by two DC's (the amount of NightHawk's damage negation) and gone from 2d6 killing to 1d6+1 killing damage. Because NightHawk's other defenses would have eliminated the damage, anyway, the GM didn't bother to figure out the damage negation until someone specifically asked what the result would be.

In reply to Drifter (msg # 258):

I'll put a description up shortly. Had a post ready for that yesterday but got distracted and forgot it.

Once we have the combat mechanics posts, I'll deal with any necessary edits and then suggest summarize the phase in the relevant thread. The speed chart hasn't changed, completed phases will be struck through:


This message was last edited by the GM at 02:41, Wed 07 Nov 2018.

Just to try and keep the combat thread neater, I'll ask here.

Can I keep the rolls I made for my attack in the narrative thread, or should I re-roll for my post on actual combat time?

No need to re-roll, just re-post the mechanics in the technical thread. The main point behind this is to handle the timing function of the game mechanics.

I believe we are done with phase 2. Results are to be posted now?

I wonder what would happen if Drifter took a trip to Gallifrey and attempted to befriended a Tardis

Hmm will have to see if I have already done that successfully already or if he has yet to do that and failed...

Time travel can be so confusing.  Have yet to do what has been done or never try what has already been successfully completed?

Not gonna get to pull the mags out of his guns on phase 3 as planned. hmmmmm

I probably need to clarify. I've been editing the results of your actions into your posts in the Combat Management thread. Once I've made the edit, you can describe what your characters do and what the results are in the main thread.

i admit I'm a bit lost in the posts. Who's turn is that to post ? I believe Knockout is engaged against the SHrew, who has more actions (spd 5 vs spd4), so what is she doing after her Block action ?

I've just completed phase three in combat management, the phase four combatants are listed in order. Any character that wishes to express the combat results in the Manning Enterprises thread may do so. Remember, Combat Management is to post concerning game mechanics, Manning Enterprises is to post descriptions of the game mechanic results.

What IS the big square area? A parking lot?

Yes, that is a parking lot.

In reply to The Great Karnac (msg # 272):

Would we be able to fit the Continental Siege Machine from The Valley of the Sword in it?  That thing costs a fortune to park.
This message was last edited by the player at 00:53, Mon 19 Nov 2018.

It might be possible, but where would the Manning employees park?

In reply to The Great Karnac (msg # 274):

Why in the War-machine of course. From what I gather it is big enough to hold an army of Zeppelins and another one comprised of Dinosaurs or Killer Penguins.  But why get into the realms of The Great Sword.  We have enough trouble watching a villain making for the Streets and Alleyways hereabouts.

Waiting for Inferno and Streetdemon to go berserk. This should be interesting as they are the closest targets to each other.

Where did FIST go through the building? Don't see his symbol.

Yes, FIST is inside the warehouse as indicated in the Combat Management thread.

What phase/Dex are we on?

We are beginning phase five.

Is Toxic cloud a Blast or a Drain?

In reply to NightHawk (msg # 281):

or both?

It's a blast as a constant power. Drifter actually has an action in phase four, the GM just skipped it (naughty GM!). So, if Drifter puts an action in it will occur at the end of phase four.

9 Stun of Energy bounced off my defenses, not even counting 1 DC of Damage Reduction(energy).

Attack vs Alternate Defenses, Drifter was the only one with an appropriate defense.

Does damage negation affect it?

That's a good point, dropping a DC from the attack means you're character takes 8 STUN instead of 9 (area of affect and AVAD makes the attack expensive).

TEMPER attacked me with SMGs?

Yes, he uses one in each hand. However, I've written them up as 'standard effect' and with NightHawk's defenses they can never do any actual damage.

Sorry for my delay and absence. Work got really hectic after getting back from Thanksgiving holiday.

has anyone here watched Gen X?

Sorry, busy and depression and whatnot.  Always seems to flare up in November or December.  Among other things, I think it's also partly trying to partake of too many games at a time on RPol.

As such, I think I'm going to have to drop out.  I just don't have enough attention to give to this game.  Sorry.  Good luck with things. :)

Before I act in phase 7 I need to assess the results of my attack on Temper. What happened?

Temper was obviously hurt by the attack, but neither bloodied nor stunned.

Hello all, I can't wait to get a chance to play with all of you.

If MercMerc is running THAT fast, wont he or his dust trail be cisible from up above? Including his tactic being obvious?

In reply to NightHawk (msg # 296):

dust what dust? where in a City full of concrete and rubbish. It is more likely He would leave a MacTrail of wrappers and cups.

The building is about 20' tall. To see within five feet of the edge of the building would require an observer to be over 120' above the roof, or at least 140' above the ground. Being closer to one edge would allow someone to see that edge, but the other edges would be more obscured. It's all about the angles and the straight line nature of normal vision. However, his tactic is definitely visible to the group assuming they continue to communicate through their radios or the mind link.

Still waiting for the SHrew actions on Phase 8, so I know how to use my Phase 9 action.

And Welcome Predator !
This message was last edited by the player at 09:34, Fri 28 Dec 2018.

Thank you!

Happy New Year !

Hoping the game will contiue soon :)

I have tried this before but it has never worked, still there is always a first time.  In this case I can also include a little history be it from this or an alternate reality.

Once upon a time before the term Supers was used there was a loose band of Extraordinary Individuals.  Their names were Nighthawk, Director X, Cypher, Cipher, Goodguy & Megamind.  Now Goodguy is still around and you could go to him to seek further information... Maybe, as I have heard he has a serious case of amnesia and as yet I have not been able to get confirmation from my former Hero associate.

Anyway the group was somewhat successful and even had a base set up, funded and overseen by the Government naturally still it worked well.  There was a Lab for an array of Tech sciences, a Sanctum for Mystic Rituals and if memory serves even a place to make potions...  I called it the Broom Closet but you never know with Pan Dimensional Magical Beings.  Alas that is all in the past and I have neither the interest or the impression that in this case such an endeavour would be of any value.

So what do you lot think?  Home Base it or what?  Oh and Hello Predator welcome to Tri C.
This message was last edited by the player at 02:51, Wed 02 Jan 2019.

I am reminded of the time my brother's youngest son got two dolls for Christmas, Buzz Lightyear and Woody the cowboy. That evening, he was told by his mother that he could only take one of them to sleep with. John (my nephew) tried to decide which to sleep with, but could not decide. Eventually he asked my brother (in front of myself and our parents) "Dad, is it better to go to bed with a Buzz or a Woody?" My brother, smart-ass that he is, said "Both, if you can get away with it" while the rest of us whooped with laughter as my sister-in-law turned red......

*laughs* I join your sister-in-law on that, I'd have blushed too !

@Drifter : as for home base, where is the girl's part and stuff ?

In reply to Knockout (msg # 304):

As I recall each of us had a suite.  Not too grand but they included a bed room a small walk in wardrobe for each of us with a central lounge and I think a communal garage/stables for anyone who had transport of some sort.  Not too sure on that after all this time.  Still the possibility of revamping the thing via official political channels is available if any were inclined to sign up for the auspices of Governmental Big Brother-ship.  Anyone want to look into the possibility? I know Drifter is not currently inclined to do so.

Why Drifter could even be talked into looking at getting Robbie the Robot from Forbidden Planet to whip up dresses and artificial jewels for you... Well perhaps not, Being the greedy fellow I am I would be more likely to keep such a treasure for myself.

Now as I have been there and done that and since Drifter is not inclined to use such a Base in any case...
This message was last edited by the player at 23:37, Sun 06 Jan 2019.

In reply to Knockout (msg # 56):


So who is missing?

 Some of us are just waiting for players to post.... In Turn Order.

I think NightHawk was up. He was trying to catch Mercury Mercenary with some sort of attack, so if he doesn't post within the next twelve hours I'll NPC him doing exactly that.

:) I think that's the best, because I'm getting worried this game collapse on itself.

I am trying to do that, but in order to do so, I need a response from the GM on what, if anything, I saw.....

No, I wasn't really clear on that, my bad. NightHawk sees Mercury Mercenary feeling his way around the periphery of the building at a high rate of speed. If you look at the Game Map you'll see that the two are in front of the building and not far apart. Mercury Mercenary has a DCV of 11 (based on movement) but is quite predictable as he's just circling the building.

Hmmm, then it looks like I can half-move and hover while I attack.

Just let me know when I can come in since we're near Phase 12.

Actually, you could post your entrance onto the map, as the west and south map edges are at least 40m from the building, and there's no cover to hide in. When you do post, you would need to describe what sort of image the average person would have of Predator (you have a public ID, and most of those already within the mayhem would be normal citizens... sort of).

Phase 11

Oh, so I have another shot, at -2 I presume?

Edited. 2nd shot missed by a hair, as well.
This message was last edited by the player at 07:08, Sun 20 Jan 2019.

If second shot is phase 12, I will edit and roll damage.

Time to play catch up.

In reply to NightHawk (msg # 314):

Pity NightHawk did not purchase a targeting device to assist in his range attacks.  Someone might know of several sources that may supply items that can give a fair boost to such skill.

Not saying it would be easy to get but hey just another IC mission in the making right?
This message was last edited by the player at 03:27, Fri 25 Jan 2019.

Actually, that was a HtH attack. He's actually quite good with his ranged attacks. It's just trying to hit Mercury Mercenary is never a picnic.

A show of hands please. Who here has Mystic Senses or Detects?

Only psionic big homie.

I feel kinda bad as the house Gym isn't rated to brick strength. If we make this a habit I'll put some real points into the house and turn it into a forward base. Right now it's just a home he bought for the hatter persona.

Dunka boss

There is now a thread with the defeated villains in it. There is also a thread with experience in it. It's also time for a roll call as everyone states their next activity.

ugg.
This message was last edited by the player at 00:55, Sat 02 Feb 2019.

err ? I thought we were all gathering at hatter's place , Picking up pizzas for Knockout

So far as I know that was the plan. We regroup and debrief, then head to the police station to meet the doc.

There is a thread for various locations not located in other threads, it will include Hatter's safe house at this point. There is a thread for Police Headquarters, as well.

different worlds, different time.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:42, Sat 09 Feb 2019.

Hello new player here.

Hi hi

welcome :)

I should have the maps properly edited so that all the players can see all the maps. At this point you should come up with some method of assault on the Crusader Citadel. NightHawk can cut through a wall; Obsidian could break through a wall; Inferno could burn through a wall; Knockout could break through a wall; Drifter has tech to make doors.
Decide if and how you would split up, pick where you will enter the citadel, and then we'll begin the infiltration.

Oooh Yeesss Drifter has another way yesss.

Thanks for bringing it to my attention :)
This message was last edited by the player at 08:17, Mon 25 Feb 2019.

Let me know whether you're using Broyko's method of transport, who's opting in to Hatter's mind link, who's (whose) going to be with whom (who), where ingress will occur for each group, and whatever else you need me to fix up. Once this is all established, we'll begin the next phase in The Harmon Building.
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This message was last edited by the GM at 04:14, Wed 27 Feb 2019.