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(07-18-2017, 11:44 AM)wiltingMyosotis Wrote: »> Aubrey, what was that?
AUBREY
"Isn't it the care package? Someone said you'd dro—"
*BREE*
A shrill, birdlike screech sounds from the roof. Aubrey and Rahasya spin to face it.
RAHASYA
"Something followed you here."
AUBREY
"Don't look at me like that."
"I came alone!"
(07-19-2017, 12:10 AM)Dediles Wrote: »you should probably suspend this conversation to inspect the thump. guard up Aubrey, you were really scorching there for a moment, who knows what that could have attracted.
AUBREY
"Yeah, well, whose fault is that?"
RAHASYA
"You're not helping your case, little lost one."
Aubrey glares.
(07-18-2017, 11:15 AM)Arcanuse Wrote: »I guess that answers the question of whether or not this room has a roof.
Probably the care package, but might want to play it safe.
(07-18-2017, 12:51 PM)Seyhial Wrote: »> Switch Ada to GUARD mode. Be careful if you don't want to be killed like your friends.
Aubrey orders Ada into GUARD mode.
Ada won't aggrieve any perceived threats unless they provoke Aubrey first!
(07-18-2017, 04:31 PM)Smurfton Wrote: »If you have the time, tell Rahasya that you plan on rescuing someone from Biru. Given that Rahasya doesn't seem too fond of Biru, you might be able to receive some aid, become friends, or something along those lines.
(07-19-2017, 01:55 AM)Reyweld Wrote: »>Hello, brand new council member Super here telling you not to trust this colourless Rahasya with your true reason for being here, especially as it may expose you as a source of infinite power. They already tried to trap you once with the 'cage'; this noise could be another trick.
>And, if it isn't, you could convince her to check it out and make your escape. Don't take the book though, that will cause her to pursue with enthusiasm.
Aubrey keeps these arguments in mind for later. Right now, whatever's screaming on the roof is her priority—and Rahasya's too.
RAHASYA
"I must investigate. You're coming with me."
AUBREY
"I'm n—"
Rahasya ushers Aubrey out the door faster than Aubrey can refuse.
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Aubrey and Rahasya rush outside.
RAHASYA
"That's...!"
AUBREY
"A really big bird...!"
Rahasya curses in some eldritch tongue, and Aubrey in plain English. The Hearty Box sits on the roof, guarded by a cawing, shadowy creature.
Aubrey and Rahasya stare. The creature beats its wings, while the air comes alight with white noise. Aubrey covers her ears.
AUBREY
"What is that? I-it doesn't look like anything from the Blue World—"
RAHASYA
"Because it's not! This creature isn't from any realm within the Iridescent Queen's jurisdiction at all."
Their brow furrows.
RAHASYA
"They're a common sight in other worlds, but the Iridescent Queen takes care to keep such beasts away."
"You must have made quite the tear in reality to let in a Greater Wing of the Black Sun."
The Greater Wing's eyes lock on Aubrey. It recognizes the flavour of her WILL...
AUBREY
"This is going the exact opposite of well, Council. What now?"
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07-19-2017, 03:21 AM
I don't suppose either of you have a saxophone on you?
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07-19-2017, 04:21 AM
>I've peered into that world before, these creatures can be tamed through music and/or positive reinforcement. So, you want a pet?
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07-19-2017, 06:06 AM
Well this is a right bother. This creature isn't recorded in my Beastiary at all.
That said, if you can get the thing stuck in place, I might be able to do something.
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( [CYAN] FREQ - "SIR-" MESSAGE TERMINATED )
( [NAYC] FREQ - "What did I tell you about sending CYAN messages?" )
( [CYAN] FREQ - "No, you don't understand, it's IMPORTANT." )
( [NAYC] FREQ - "Let me guess, someone said something you don't personally like and so you think they should be listed as suspicious persons." )
( [CYAN] FREQ - "A Greater Wing of the Black Sun has been spotted." )
( [NAYC] FREQ - ". . . Run that by me again? I just took the earplugs out." )
( [CYAN] FREQ - "A Greater Wing of the Black Sun is currently making aggressive overtures at the Visitor and the person whose house she broke into." )
( [NAYC] FREQ - "-Wait, What- What is going on down- Nevermind! You can CONFIRM that it is- It doesn't matter if it's a Greater Wing or not. It's from the Black Sun?" )
( [CYAN] FREQ - "Sending a screen from my desktop console." )
( [NAYC] FREQ - ". . . I need to go. Your CYAN has just been upgraded to MY CYAN." )
( [CYAN] FREQ - "SIR?!" )
( [NAYC] FREQ - "Just- Calm down. As long as she doesn't provoke it, it should be fine. Just do your job. I'll be back soon with advisory." )
( MESSAGE TUNNEL CLOSED)
( " . . . Oh my god I should not have come in to work today. " )
" I do not- Er- That is to say- Ahem. We do not currently have access to any resources that could be helpful in this situation, what we remember of the Black Sun's wings does line up with Council Members Dragon Fogel and typeandkey, but I swear that only worked on the lesser versions. . . "
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07-19-2017, 06:09 AM
> Can you maybe see if Ada can get the box for you?
> Also... I take it these rips might be the "exchange" for our bringing of items?
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07-19-2017, 07:52 AM
The Management advises Extreme Caution. These Creatures are quite powerful and can be a pain to get rid of. As other members of the council have advised, they do rather enjoy music and, in my experience, some are quite inclined to flirting. Moreover, if you have any Dramatic Rocks, they're quite partial to the taste. Whatever you do though, do NOT Unleash the Forbidden Doot
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07-19-2017, 11:30 AM
>"Aubrey, dude bro, trust me on this; just doot at it."
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07-19-2017, 12:14 PM
>Go back in the house. It would lose its flight/speed advantage in a confined fighting space. The book might even help in the fight, if you ask.
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07-19-2017, 01:03 PM
..Ahem. Our facilities can't help but note that Aubrey probably doesn't know how to play the saxophone. Or has a Saxophone hidden on her person.
We probably have to handle this the old fashion way.
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07-19-2017, 01:41 PM
> Destroy it.
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> Sing careless whisper.
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Why the fuck are some of you speaking about music ? Aubrey needs to DESTROY this thing with her own strengh, not train to join a fucking music school ! Stop giving her stupid ideas !
On a different note : What do you think her WILL tastes like ? I bet it tastes like raspberries.
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SpoilerPossibly orange. Or tangerine.
Ahem. I know it has been a while since we've been in this situation, but all those years ago we DID find/settle on a few rules.
Namely, siphoning off WILL for personal use is a no-go in more ways than one. To start with, that would upset what balance we have between members of the council.
what balance there is, anyways
Second, if you care about such things, draining too much is dangerous for both the physical and mental health of our subject. In this case, Aubrey here.
Third, and this is important so listen carefully,from prior testing, most subjects have a limited pool of WILL to draw from. As long as they have some left, they can recover the whole pool. Draining the whole thing is... Well, let's not let that happen, shall we?
Anyways, so far our actions have been out of charity. Or investments. Either way, our actions have been fueled using our own resources.
Now, we do have documentation on Pacts, Barters, Loans, WILL (Note the lack of color.) and such matters filed away in our warehouse.
...But this seems like a poor time to strike such things. Perhaps soon. Possibly even very soon.
And yes, I do remember the signed agreement all those years ago. When the time comes, I am obliged to answer questions on this subject. Sigh.
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07-19-2017, 06:37 PM
(07-19-2017, 02:58 PM)Seyhial Wrote: »
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Why the fuck are some of you speaking about music ? Aubrey needs to DESTROY this thing with her own strengh, not train to join a fucking music school ! Stop giving her stupid ideas !
On a different note : What do you think her WILL tastes like ? I bet it tastes like raspberries.
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07-19-2017, 08:37 PM
hmm think it's a dark/flying type? electric attacks should be super effective! you know if you gotta battle that thing. good luck.
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(07-19-2017, 03:21 AM)Dragon Fogel Wrote: »I don't suppose either of you have a saxophone on you?
AUBREY
"Why?"
(07-19-2017, 11:30 AM)Myeth Wrote: »>"Aubrey, dude bro, trust me on this; just doot at it."
AUBREY
"What?!"
(07-19-2017, 02:46 PM)wiltingMyosotis Wrote: »> Sing careless whisper.
AUBREY
"Huh!?"
(07-19-2017, 04:21 AM)typeandkey Wrote: »>I've peered into that world before, these creatures can be tamed through music and/or positive reinforcement. So, you want a pet?
AUBREY
"No!"
(07-19-2017, 06:06 AM)NotABear Wrote: »
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( [CYAN] FREQ - "SIR-" MESSAGE TERMINATED )
( [NAYC] FREQ - "What did I tell you about sending CYAN messages?" )
( [CYAN] FREQ - "No, you don't understand, it's IMPORTANT." )
( [NAYC] FREQ - "Let me guess, someone said something you don't personally like and so you think they should be listed as suspicious persons." )
( [CYAN] FREQ - "A Greater Wing of the Black Sun has been spotted." )
( [NAYC] FREQ - ". . . Run that by me again? I just took the earplugs out." )
( [CYAN] FREQ - "A Greater Wing of the Black Sun is currently making aggressive overtures at the Visitor and the person whose house she broke into." )
( [NAYC] FREQ - "-Wait, What- What is going on down- Nevermind! You can CONFIRM that it is- It doesn't matter if it's a Greater Wing or not. It's from the Black Sun?" )
( [CYAN] FREQ - "Sending a screen from my desktop console." )
( [NAYC] FREQ - ". . . I need to go. Your CYAN has just been upgraded to MY CYAN." )
( [CYAN] FREQ - "SIR?!" )
( [NAYC] FREQ - "Just- Calm down. As long as she doesn't provoke it, it should be fine. Just do your job. I'll be back soon with advisory." )
( MESSAGE TUNNEL CLOSED)
( " . . . Oh my god I should not have come in to work today. " )
" I do not- Er- That is to say- Ahem. We do not currently have access to any resources that could be helpful in this situation, what we remember of the Black Sun's wings does line up with Council Members Dragon Fogel and typeandkey, but I swear that only worked on the lesser versions. . . "
(07-19-2017, 07:52 AM)Lordlyhour Wrote: »The Management advises Extreme Caution. These Creatures are quite powerful and can be a pain to get rid of. As other members of the council have advised, they do rather enjoy music and, in my experience, some are quite inclined to flirting. Moreover, if you have any Dramatic Rocks, they're quite partial to the taste. Whatever you do though, do NOT Unleash the Forbidden Doot
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AUBREY
"What's a 'Forbidden Doot'? No, I don't have a saxophone, and the Greater Wing doesn't look very pettable!"
"Literally what the hell is everyone talking about right now—"
Rahasya lifts an eyebrow at Aubrey's impassioned muttering.
RAHASYA
"You may commence the nervous breakdown once the Greater Wing attacks."
AUBREY
"That's a 'when', not an 'if', then?"
RAHASYA
"Unfortunately so. Now, the box the Greater Wing is guarding... is that for you? Where is it from?"
Aubrey shrugs, ignoring Rahasya's confrontational tone.
AUBREY
"A secret admirer. What can I say? I'm popular."
The Greater Wing pecks at the lid. Aubrey notices the latches are missing. So, this shadow bird wants to eat her soul, and her present?
Aubrey begs to differ!
(07-19-2017, 06:09 AM)wiltingMyosotis Wrote: »> Can you maybe see if Ada can get the box for you?
> Also... I take it these rips might be the "exchange" for our bringing of items?
(07-19-2017, 06:06 AM)Arcanuse Wrote: »Well this is a right bother. This creature isn't recorded in my Beastiary at all.
That said, if you can get the thing stuck in place, I might be able to do something.
AUBREY
"Rahasya. How do Greater Wings feel about their personal space?"
She nods at Ada, then the creature on the roof. Rahasya shakes their head.
RAHASYA
"Strongly. The Greater Wing won't appreciate your trinket flying for its hoard."
The Greater Wing emanates black smoke, and Rahasya drops into a defensive stance. Aubrey steps backwards. Ada's gems crackle with energy.
(07-19-2017, 12:14 PM)Reyweld Wrote: »>Go back in the house. It would lose its flight/speed advantage in a confined fighting space. The book might even help in the fight, if you ask.
(07-19-2017, 01:41 PM)Seyhial Wrote: »> Destroy it.
AUBREY
"Okay. Let's roll."
Aubrey dashes for the house.
RAHASYA
"Where are you going!? Don't lead the Greater Wing indoors!"
Their plea goes unheard, drowned out by the Greater Wing's cry. It swoops to the ground, missing Aubrey by a hair's breadth as she ducks into the doorway.
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LOADING...
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Aubrey barrels into the room. The Greater Wing squeezes itself through the door and dives for her. Aubrey rolls out of reach, and the Greater Wing collides with Rahasya's corkboard furniture set. Chairs and table fly.
While the Greater Wing re-orients itself, Ada and the Green Book zoom to Aubrey's side. Ada prepares for battle, while the book shuts its cover tight. It shivers in fear.
AUBREY
"More of a lover than a fighter, huh?"
The book's cover clatters apologetically.
The Greater Wing makes a shrill noise, talons scoring the newsprint. Aubrey cringes. Well, that's what Rahasya gets for building their house from imagination-newspaper.
RAHASYA
"...!!!"
Speak of the devil.
RAHASYA
"What are you doing!? Fight it outside!"
AUBREY
"We have an arena advantage indoors!"
RAHASYA
"My home is not an arena!"
AUBREY
"It is now."
Rahasya stares at the remnants of their furniture in despair.
AUBREY
"Help me—I mean, my bracelet—fight it! You're supposed to be dangerous, right?"
RAHASYA
"When have I ever implied that? Regardless, you have my aid. My poor house..."
AUBREY
"What about the book? It's definitely magic."
RAHASYA
"Magic and delicate, mind. It's a useless combatant, but you have my permission to enlist its help."
**The GREEN BOOK has temporarily joined the party!**
The Greater Wing grows bored of Aubrey and Rahasya's strategizing.
AUBREY
"Okay! I choose you, Ada!"
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You engaged the GREATER WING of the BLACK SUN!
Battle In Progress....
[ADA*] [HP: 10/10] [SP: 2/5] [STATUS: NONE]
[GREEN BOOK*] [HP: 10/10] [SP: 10/10] [STATUS: NONE]
[RAHASYA] [HP: ???] [SP: ???] [STATUS: ???]
VS
[GREATER WING OF THE BLACK SUN] [HP: ???] [SP: ???] [STATUS: ???]
TUTORIAL
Sometimes a third+ party will enter combat alongside Aubrey. In this
situation, an asterisk (*) denotes which participants Aubrey can influence.
More powerful beings' stats start hidden from extra-dimensional scrutiny.
Creatures brought into the world via Council resources will have fully
readable stats, move sets, etc. by default.
BATTLE MENU: ADA Wrote:ATTACK: Good ol' flying tackle.
GUARD: Brace(let) yourself!
SPECIAL: Use an elemental attack (Fire/Ice/Shock). Costs 1 SP apiece.
AUTO: Leave Ada to her own devices.
BATTLE MENU: GREEN BOOK Wrote:ATTACK: Pathetic.
GUARD: Hopeless.
SPECIAL - THE DEX: Look up something, or someone's, stats. Costs 1 SP.
SPECIAL - INVIGORATE: Restores a random amount of SP to one target. Costs 2 SP.
SPECIAL - CONVERT: Turns any specified unit of SP into HP, and vice versa.
SPECIAL - HEAL: Restores 5 HP to any target. Costs 2 SP.
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07-20-2017, 01:46 AM
Gotta scan 'em all. Book, look up this thing's stats.
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" Excellent! A Third Eye unit! Scan the Wing then follow up with Ada, if it has a weakness you have available to you! "
" . . . Also, when this is all said and done, make sure to help put this lady's house back together. Seems only polite after you are going to invariably trash it. "
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Knowledge is power. Use the GREEN BOOK's THE DEX ability to find out what you can about the Great Wing. THE DEXing Rahasya would be a little rude but, admittedly, would help you to know if and when she needed healing Focus testing has lead to the consensus that Learning is for Nerds. Lightning the Bird and then refill the Bracelet with Delicious Word Juice. Repeat as Needed Until you have achieved one (1) Roasted Greater Wing "The Bracelet" has a name, you know.
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07-20-2017, 03:14 AM
>Ada: type advantage would dictate you use a light based spell. Since you don't have that, use fire instead. Fire makes light, so it's basically the same thing.
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07-20-2017, 03:21 AM
Ok I'd suggest Ada use a lightning attack because Pokemon logic and have the book use Dex on the bird. Shame you don't have like a smartphone or something. this would be an excellent opportunity to play some battle music.
hold on let me try something.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cbjrTNSq0I
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