Heroica RPG - Quest#19: Let's Start a Riot

[The Legonater]

I'm sorry, I can't do you any more good...

I flee the battle.

[Sisco]

Jess watched Dyric flee, with a grimace on her face. She had considered doing the same, but wasn't sure. Haldor was bleeding on the ground, while her questmates were all wounded. It seemed like a good idea, but...

"Let's see how this round goes, Jess.", Jess thought to herself as she uncorked the foul-smelling liquid in the flask and began to drink.

[Waterbrick Down]

Skrall watches as more troops poured into the pass they wouldn't be able to last much longer. Haldor goes down and Skrall glances up to see Dyric leaping away, "Sod! Can't blame the rogue though, hope he doesn't run into any straglers or hungry pogs." he thinks to himself. Shouting at his remaining Party Skrall directs there next actions. "Hans finish off that wounded captain, he's almost done for. Mr. Ablesword if you can get Soldier W, I think we can minimize our damages for one more round." Skrall huffing and puffing loads two more bolts and takes aim at both Caravan Soldiers S and X from the Back Row.

Battle Order:

Dyric

Hoke

Jess

Tensi

Hans

Skrall

Skrall

Haldor

Edited December 9, 2011 by Waterbrick Down

[Peppermint_M]

Tesni saw nothing, she heard nothing, nothing but her target, this worm, in service to the Corrupting Dark, he would fall!

[UsernameMDM]

Hoke scowled at the desperate rogue's retreat and nodded at Skrall's command.

Hoke attacks W from the front row.

[Scorpiox]

Haldor collapsed to the ground, blood staining the ground aroung him. He was back again, Haldor was crying. The usual crowd were there, laughing, digging into him with thier boots. What were they saying? 'Weakling', 'pathetic', they were beating him, every blow a hit to Haldor's dishrivled soul. Where was the spirit, it had saved him before, why wasn't it there? There was a new voice, a dark-haired woman, she didn't harm him like the others. She simply whispered in his ear, 'failure', 'weak', 'useless'. She told stories of how Haldor had failed, he was a fool, he loved one who hated him. He was in company of those that laughed, that they thought him weak. There was an Ogre, he was chuckling at a dead Haldor, a tall woman kicking his body into the dirt, a knight who whispered jokess of Haldor's shortcomings. There was also an elf, she laughed of how Haldor was so stupid, that he actually belived she cared for him. They gathered around the body, then the old tormentors became the others at a hall, then the woman came forward. She stood with the others, and they laughed as one, shouting louder and louder. Where was the spirit, when Haldor needed him most, but it was too late for that. 'Failure!' 'idiot!' 'pathetic fool!', 'I can't believe you were stupid enough to not see that I always hated you!'. Mocking laughter, kicks and blows, louder and louder. Then there was only blackness...

Edited December 9, 2011 by Scorpiox

[Zepher]

<Please specify which row you use items in.>

Round Five Caravan Fight

Dyric - Flees

Hoke v. Caravan Soldier W - Hit

Jess - Potion

Tensi v. Caravan Captain D – Critical Hit

Hans v. Caravan Captain C - Damage

Skrall v. Caravan Soldier S - Damage

Skrall v. Caravan Solider X – Hit

Dyric turns tail and flees. “You whelp!” yells Hans. “The Phoenix Smoke makes it so we gain experience even if we’re KO’d. Why would you run? Now you get nothing!” Hoke watches Dyric go as Caravan Soldier tries to sneak up on him. Hoke turns and casually lops off his head. Jess hops to the back row, away from her downed love, and drains a potion (+10). Tesni is blind to all, including Dyric’s flight as she slashes and hacks Caravan Captain D into bits, blood spraying everything, her blade hissing. Hans attempts to take out Caravan Captain C, but the bleeding captain musters some of his remaining strength to slash Hans across the forehead. Hans bellows in pain (-15). Skrall loads his arrow and fires on Soldiers S and X, killing X with ease, though S sidesteps and smashes the butt of their sword into Skrall’s face (-5). Caravan Captain E hits Hoke (-10), and Caravan Captain F hits Jess, who survive only due to downing her potion (-8). Soldier K stabs at Tesni (-4), Soldier R deals a blow to Hans, a long gash down his shoulder blade (-2), T and U double team Skrall, who is overwhelmed and falls (-5). V stabs towards Hoke, who deflects with his shield, but the jar renders his arm limp for a moment (-2). 6 more enemies rush forward.

The Enemies

Caravan Captain C

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

15

Health:

1/40

Special:

Coordinated attack – Does 3 damage to attacker, and saps 2 damage and 2 ether from everyone in the same row as attacker.

Drops:

Nothing

Caravan Captain E

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

15

Health:

40/40

Special:

Coordinated attack – Does 3 damage to attacker, and saps 2 damage and 2 ether from everyone in the same row as attacker.

Drops:

Nothing

Caravan Captain F

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

15

Health:

40/40

Special:

Coordinated attack – Does 3 damage to attacker, and saps 2 damage and 2 ether from everyone in the same row as attacker.

Drops:

Nothing

Caravan Captain G

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

15

Health:

40/40

Special:

Coordinated attack – Does 3 damage to attacker, and saps 2 damage and 2 ether from everyone in the same row as attacker.

Drops:

Nothing

Caravan Captain H

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

15

Health:

40/40

Special:

Coordinated attack – Does 3 damage to attacker, and saps 2 damage and 2 ether from everyone in the same row as attacker.

Drops:

Nothing

Caravan Soldier K

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

9

Health:

19/20

Special:

Rally – Gives encouraged affect for next round

Drops:

2 Gold

Caravan Soldier R

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

2

Health:

19/20

Special:

Parry – Does 2 damage to attacker

Drops:

2 Gold

Caravan Soldier S

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

9

Health:

3/20

Special:

Bomb – Does 1 damage to all on the field

Drops:

2 Gold

Caravan Soldier T

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

7

Health:

19/20

Special:

Bomb – Does 1 damage to all on the field

Drops:

2 Gold

Caravan Soldier U

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

2

Health:

20/20

Special:

Rally – Gives encouraged affect for next round

Drops:

2 Gold

Caravan Soldier V

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

7

Health:

17/17

Special:

Rally – Gives encouraged affect for next round

Drops:

2 Gold

Caravan Soldier Y

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

2

Health:

17/17

Special:

Rally – Gives encouraged affect for next round

Drops:

2 Gold

Caravan Soldier Z

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

7

Health:

17/17

Special:

Bomb – Does 1 damage to all on the field

Drops:

2 Gold

Caravan Soldier AA

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

9

Health:

12/12

Special:

Parry – Does 2 damage to attacker

Drops:

2 Gold

Caravan Soldier BB

Type:

Humanoid

Level:

2

Health:

12/12

Special:

Bomb – Does 1 damage to all on the field

Drops:

2 Gold

The Party

Skrall

(played by WaterBrickDown) KO’d

Level 10 Ranger (Party Leader)

Power

: 19 (+4 Against Beasts)

Health

: 0/15

Gold

: 3

Inventory

: Hunter's Crossbow (WP:9, +4 vs. Beasts), Potion (3), Remedy (1), Tonic (1), Smelling Salts (1), Smoke Bomb (1), Water Bomb (1), Ice Bomb (1), Holy Bomb (1), Skeleton Decoy (1), Phoenix Smoke (1)

Tesni Hightribe

(played by Peppermint_M)

Level 15 Berserker (Back-Up Party Leader)

Power

: 25

Health

: 16/31

Gold

: 180

Inventory

: Cysgodion the Great Sword of Darkness (WP: 10, Darkness), Cryfder (WP:6), Mockthril Shield (SP:5) 2 Phoenix Essence, 3 Potions, 3 Mead,3 Venom, 2 Nostrum

Haldor Skovgaard

(played by Scorpiox) KO'd

Level 11 1/2 Cleric

Power

: 22 (21+1)

Health

: 0/19

Ether

: 14/18 (15+3)

Gold

: 70

Inventory

: Heavy Metal Rod (WP:10), Lesser Ethereal Cloak (SP:1, +3 Ether), Paper Doll (Hexed immunity), Frying Pan (WP:1+1 health, unequipped), Spike Coller (+1 power), Shovel, Pickaxe, Potion, Remedy, Venom and a fur-lined bedroll

Hoke Ablesword

(played by UsernameMDM)

Level 12 Knight

Power

: 22

Health

: 20/23(+1)

Gold

: 146

Inventory

: Vintul, the Greatsword of Wind (Great sword: WP 10), Hollow Blade (Dagger: WP 6), Steel Buckler(Shield: SP 5), Cultist Hat (damage vs undead), Warrior's Treads (SP:2, Health +1), Emerald, Aquamarine, Phoenix Essence, 4x Potion, Smoke Bomb, Lightning Bomb, Venom, Bedroll, Pickaxe, Shovel, Magnifying Glass, Telescope, Phoenix Essence (1)

Jess Islanti

(played by Cralegoboy)

Level 12 1/2 Rogue

Power

: 21 + 1

Health

: 10/18

Gold

: 23

Inventory

: Blohdhurm (WP: 8)(Fire elemental), Mercutio's Dagger of Mugging (WP:5, Mug Ability +5), 2 Venoms, Mead, Smelling Salts, 2 Remedies.

Hans (Host controlled NPC)

Level 10 Wren Fighter

Power

: 16

Health

: 3/40

Gold

: 0

Inventory

: Sword (WP: 6), Potion x2

NOTE: Shield – Fury, does five damage to first five opponents

“That’s enough. Hoke, revive Skrall, and let’s get the hell out of here. We can withstand no more! Maybe, we can all give a parting blow, maybe take a few more of these megablockers with us, but then we’re going!”

Gold Dropped so far: 38

Soldiers Killed so far: 22

[UsernameMDM]

"Tesni, Jess, and Hans, take out who you can! I'll revive Skrall and once he is on his feet, we will be on our way."

Hoke uses a Phoenix Essence on Skrall.

[Peppermint_M]

The squirming man fell to her blade, new ones took his place. "Captain E shall fall".

[Sisco]

Leaping back to the front row, Jess spots soldier U kicking and laughing at Haldor. With a scream of rage, Jess runs toward the soldier...

[Waterbrick Down]

Skrall bellowed in pain as he was double teamed by the surge of caravan soldiers, "Let's hope everythin' goes accordin' to..." he briefly thinks before blacking out.

Next thing he knows, Skrall awakens with Hoke standing over him with an empty Pheonix Essense. With a splitting head ache, Skrall rights himself, "Good fellow! I was hopin' that Pheonix Essence would come in handy. Now let's get out of here. Take down as many as you can while I get this smoke thingy set, just make sure you don't target someone who's liable to do damage to multiple targets. Hans clear soldier AA out of the way so we can make good our escape. Jess as soon as you finish with your target grab Haldor, Mr. Ablesword you help me with Ms. Hightribe it ain't goin' be easy if she don't finish off that captain."

Skrall grabs the Pheonix Smoke out of his satchel and uses it from the back row.

Battle Order:

Hoke

Tensi

Jess

Hans

Skrall

Note: Dyric and Haldor neglected as they can not contribute to the battle.

Edited December 9, 2011 by Waterbrick Down

[UsernameMDM]

OOC - The Phoenix Essence has to be used as my battle action. Since technically you're still knocked out, how's this for a battle order:

Battle Order:

Tesni

Jess

Hans

Hoke

Skrall

[Waterbrick Down]

OoC: That works for a battle order too, though technically it would be up to Tensi since she is second-in-command, but as she is a bit preoccupied with her berserkerness... In the past people who have been revived generally are revived automatically at least in character even though the item is actually used in the battle order, hence my post.

[UsernameMDM]

OOC - Gotcha. I put the order that way in case any damage is done to the party, you would not get hit. The first three take their actions, mine revives you, you take one turn to attack and the last to use the Phoenix Smoke.

[The Legonater]

I limp away, and turn around, looking at the chaos behind me. I think back to the warfare at home, and my last few days in Duplovia. I see the Ruler's face... the man I had tried so hard to protect, to fight for...

And the I hear the words again.

"You failed."

And it hits me again. And I relive those days. I relive the most painful days of my life over and over in a matter of seconds. Clinging to my 2 HP, I faint, listening to the sounds of screams old and new. Past and present.

Life and death.

[Zepher]

<Sorry, the wait is my fault. I saw five people on the action list, and only saw four actions listed. I only just realized that I was waiting on Hans' action... which is on me >

Round Six of Caravan Fight

Hoke – Phoenix Essence

Tensi v. Caravan Captain E - Miss

Jess v. Caravan Soldier U - Shield

Hans v. Caravan Soldier S - Damage

Skrall – Phoenix Smoke

Hoke quickly revives his fallen Party Leader, while Tesni slashes at one of the newest Caravan Captains. The enemies pour forward, overwhelming Hans, who falls. Jess, dispatches of her enemy and leans down to pick up Haldor. While she is on the ground she notices twenty gold in her fallen enemies’ pocket, and she takes it before grabbing her love. Skraal charges forward, picks up Hans, and throws the Phoenix Smoke as Hoke tackles Tesni to the ground and drags her. Smoke and fire stream forward, licking at the soldiers, lighting caravans on fire. Horses run wild. Hans and Haldor come to, slightly dazed, and Skrall is forced to run over to assist Hoke with Tesni, who screams as she is dragged away from her enemy…

The Party

Skrall

(played by WaterBrickDown)

Level 10 1/2 Ranger (Party Leader)

Power

: 19 (+4 Against Beasts)

Health

: 15/15

Gold

: 3

Inventory

: Hunter's Crossbow (WP:9, +4 vs. Beasts), Potion (3), Remedy (1), Tonic (1), Smelling Salts (1), Smoke Bomb (1), Water Bomb (1), Ice Bomb (1), Holy Bomb (1), Skeleton Decoy (1),

Tesni Hightribe

(played by Peppermint_M)

Level 15 1/2 Berserker (Back-Up Party Leader)

Power

: 25

Health

: 31/31

Gold

: 180

Inventory

: Cysgodion the Great Sword of Darkness (WP: 10, Darkness), Cryfder (WP:6), Mockthril Shield (SP:5) 2 Phoenix Essence, 3 Potions, 3 Mead,3 Venom, 2 Nostrum

Haldor Skovgaard

(played by Scorpiox)

Level 12 Cleric

Power

: 23 (22+1)

Health

: 20/20

Ether

: 19/19 (16+3)

Gold

: 70

Inventory

: Heavy Metal Rod (WP:10), Lesser Ethereal Cloak (SP:1, +3 Ether), Paper Doll (Hexed immunity), Frying Pan (WP:1+1 health, unequipped), Spike Coller (+1 power), Shovel, Pickaxe, Potion, Remedy, Venom and a fur-lined bedroll

Hoke Ablesword

(played by UsernameMDM)

Level 12 1/2 Knight

Power

: 22

Health

: 23/23(+1)

Gold

: 146

Inventory

: Vintul, the Greatsword of Wind (Great sword: WP 10), Hollow Blade (Dagger: WP 6), Steel Buckler(Shield: SP 5), Cultist Hat (damage vs undead), Warrior's Treads (SP:2, Health +1), Emerald, Aquamarine, Phoenix Essence, 4x Potion, Smoke Bomb, Lightning Bomb, Venom, Bedroll, Pickaxe, Shovel, Magnifying Glass, Telescope,

Jess Islanti

(played by Cralegoboy)

Level 13 Rogue

Power

: 22 + 1

Health

: 19/19

Gold

: 43

Inventory

: Blohdhurm (WP: 8)(Fire elemental), Mercutio's Dagger of Mugging (WP:5, Mug Ability +5), 2 Venoms, Mead, Smelling Salts, 2 Remedies.

Hans (Host controlled NPC)

Level 10 1/2 Wren Fighter

Power

: 16

Health

: 40/40

Gold

: 0

Inventory

: Sword (WP: 6), Potion x2

NOTE: Shield – Fury, does five damage to first five opponents

Gold Dropped so far: 40 (WBD, you can divide this up before you set out on your next adventure!)

Soldiers Killed so far: 23

The party meets Vonnetate on a hill, over looking the town of Haddon.

"Well done, heroes. You gained yourself 5 additional troops for the upcoming battle, and the enemy knows that we are strong, to be feared! I am impressed by all, except you Dyric. You ran from battle. If you were in my army, you would be beheaded! But I can not do that to you. I will certainly think of another punishment... good day heroes. I will see you soon."

The heroes go back to camp, debrief Felton, and sleep...

...the next day they awake.

The Party

Skrall

(played by WaterBrickDown)

Level 10 1/2 Ranger (Party Leader)

Power

: 19 (+4 Against Beasts)

Health

: 15/15

Gold

: 3

Inventory

: Hunter's Crossbow (WP:9, +4 vs. Beasts), Potion (3), Remedy (1), Tonic (1), Smelling Salts (1), Smoke Bomb (1), Water Bomb (1), Ice Bomb (1), Holy Bomb (1), Skeleton Decoy (1),

Tesni Hightribe

(played by Peppermint_M)

Level 15 1/2 Berserker (Back-Up Party Leader)

Power

: 25

Health

: 31/31

Gold

: 180

Inventory

: Cysgodion the Great Sword of Darkness (WP: 10, Darkness), Cryfder (WP:6), Mockthril Shield (SP:5) 2 Phoenix Essence, 3 Potions, 3 Mead,3 Venom, 2 Nostrum

Haldor Skovgaard

(played by Scorpiox)

Level 12 Cleric

Power

: 23 (22+1)

Health

: 20/20

Ether

: 19/19 (16+3)

Gold

: 70

Inventory

: Heavy Metal Rod (WP:10), Lesser Ethereal Cloak (SP:1, +3 Ether), Paper Doll (Hexed immunity), Frying Pan (WP:1+1 health, unequipped), Spike Coller (+1 power), Shovel, Pickaxe, Potion, Remedy, Venom and a fur-lined bedroll

Hoke Ablesword

(played by UsernameMDM)

Level 12 1/2 Knight

Power

: 22

Health

: 23/23(+1)

Gold

: 146

Inventory

: Vintul, the Greatsword of Wind (Great sword: WP 10), Hollow Blade (Dagger: WP 6), Steel Buckler(Shield: SP 5), Cultist Hat (damage vs undead), Warrior's Treads (SP:2, Health +1), Emerald, Aquamarine, Phoenix Essence, 4x Potion, Smoke Bomb, Lightning Bomb, Venom, Bedroll, Pickaxe, Shovel, Magnifying Glass, Telescope,

Jess Islanti

(played by Cralegoboy)

Level 13 Rogue

Power

: 22 + 1

Health

: 19/19

Gold

: 43

Inventory

: Blohdhurm (WP: 8)(Fire elemental), Mercutio's Dagger of Mugging (WP:5, Mug Ability +5), 2 Venoms, Mead, Smelling Salts, 2 Remedies.

Dyric Rone

(played by Legonator)

Level 6 Rogue

Power

: 11

Health

: 2/12

Gold

: 283

Inventory

: Double Chain Whip (WP: 5), Throwing Knife (WP: 3), Longsword (WP: 3), Venom, Smelling Salts, Pre-Rolled Loaded Die

<Dyric did not regain health because he does not have a bedroll and was not around when the Phoenix Essence was used...>

"What would you like to do today heroes? You may visit town, go to another rebel, or go to a factory. I'd like you to go to a factory personally at this point, you've already gone with Hans once, it's only fair if you go with me now!"

Edited December 10, 2011 by Zepher

[UsernameMDM]

OOC - Did I use my own Phoenix Essence of someone else's? Trying to update my signature accordingly. Thanks.

Hoke awakes in camp and prepares for the day. He limbers his body and checks his gear. He examines Vintul for any dings or burrs and meticulously cleans the blade. Finally satisfied with the days preparations, he notices the other quest members stirring from the evenings' rest.

[Zepher]

<Skrall gave you one before the battle.>

[Peppermint_M]

Tesni woke, the berserker mists had cleared with sleep. She too checked her blade, not that there seemed much point as this strange sword was yet to even dim from its usual gleam.

Finishing she drew near Hoke. "Thank you for the assistance in the battle. The rages have a strong grip."

[UsernameMDM]

"You are most welcome Tesni. Your valor in battle benefited our cause greatly. Once again, I am honored to fight at your side. I have seen that since your training that your aggressiveness has, shall we say, abounded. Mayhaps I shall train in a role that would be advantageous for our future quests together."

[Waterbrick Down]

Skrall awakes the next day. Stretching, he tries to hold onto the last snatches of his dreams, the feeling of running his hands through an ogre maiden's red hair, the babbling of a brook, all intermixing with the annoying tinkling of Wren's voice. He shakes himself and walks over to Felton, hearing his suggestion Skrall nods in agreement. "Aye, I say we have a look at what we're up against for the moment and head to one of the factories, more chit-chattin' with chiefs later. Now Felton, you mentioned three factories, what's the difference between each 'em, number of guards, terrain, surrounding walls? Obviously we don't have any kind of siege equipment with us, so I'm assumin' we're conductin' raids gorilla warfare style?"

OoC: Am I supposed to be at full health? I'd don't have a bedroll and the Pheonix Essence only restores 1 health upon revival?

Edited December 10, 2011 by Waterbrick Down

[Scorpiox]

Haldor awoke, he'd invited Jess into his bedroll again last night, Haldor gave the sleeping Jess a kiss and rose without waking her.. Haldor got dressed quickly but left his shirt off, for some inexplicible reason the wound he'd sustained hadn't healed like a normal one would have. Haldor suspected the witch Wren had something to do with it. But last night, after laying with Jess, Haldor had strange dreams. Wren was present with the Norse boys again, but she said things, things that Haldor couldn't share with anyone. Haldor's wound was painful, but even the combined power of Haldor's gift and Darkbane's help couldn't undo the black scar in Haldor's chest. Haldor had tried to dismiss the visions he had while he lay wounded, the others were laughing and bullying like the tormenters of Haldor's youth. Was it just a dying man's dream, or was there truth in Wrens tortures? The battle had been hard, but Dyric had fled like a coward and left the others to die, this angered Haldor.

Haldor started a fire and began to cook a simple meal, while waiting for Jess to rise.

[Zepher]

"Aye, I say we have a look at what we're up against for the moment and head to one of the factories, more chit-chattin' with chiefs later. Now Felton, you mentioned three factories, what's the difference between each 'em, number of guards, terrain, surrounding walls? Obviously we don't have any kind of siege equipment with us, so I'm assumin' we're conductin' raids gorilla warfare style?"

"Fantastic. Yes, we will be needing to force entry into the factories, unless you folks are clever enough to work around it. Luckily, the rebel groups are drawing a lot of attention, and small skirmishes are always going on. The guard numbers aren't too scarily high! Don't worry, we'll do fine. I have a few tricks of my own to get us in as well. Tell me when you are ready to go, I will happily answer any more questions you've got!"

Hans rises from his sleep, looking refreshed.

"Don't insult them with questions and answers. They've proven themselves as fighters, let them go fight."

"Oh be quiet, you. Anything else you wish to know, or should we set out?"

[Waterbrick Down]

"I think we're all set, Haldor do you want to patch Dyric up so he ain't dyin' the moment we spring our attack? I'd also suggest a shirt, [seeing Haldor's wound] and patch yerself up too, while yer at it." Turning back to the group Skrall comments, "Good to see ya movin' about Hans, for a moment back there I thought we had lost ya, I'm sure Felton would have been heart broken By the way Felton, any intel on Wren's where abouts? Does she inspect factory to factory or does she have a main point of operation we need to be on the look out fer?"

Edited December 10, 2011 by Waterbrick Down

[Sisco]

Jess arose, her head buzzing like a swarm of bees. She found herself in Haldor's bedroll again. Thinking back to the battle, Jess winced. Haldor had been... Well, pathetic. It had been embarrassing to see the one she called her love go down in battle so quickly, and in such a fashion. She herself had been slaying men like they were pigs to slaughter, while Haldor had been bleeding on the ground.

Is he worthy of me? Jess thought. I need someone to match my power and prowess in battle, not to be subservient to me.

Jess glanced at Haldor, who was making breakfast. Strangely, she felt... Next to nothing. A small spark. Nothing to match the wild fires of her soul. But still... That spark was there. It could grow.

"One more chance..." Jess mumbled, not realizing she had said it out loud. She then arose from the bedroll, dressed quickly, and walked over to where the rest of the group was congregating to discuss the events of the day.