Flare

"I shall mention the name of the Heroes of Heroica when I return home." The rotten hand has been left behind, Adam dropped it in the dirt back at the valley "Yes, I have no need of this meat if I shall be going soon. Here you go." He tosses the steak to Pretzel. Steak (WP:1, instantly kills vampires, suitable for all classes) Party: Monk Pretzel Level 12.5 Cleric Power: 22 Defense: 5 Health: 22/22 Ether: 20/20 Gold: 122 Equipment: Staff of Malbert (WP:10, Light-Elemental), Tricorn (Artifact; SP:3), Ethereal Cloak (Artifact; SP:2, Max Ether +4) Inventory: Cross (Nimbus Broomstick; Ranged; WP: 5), Steak (WP:1, instantly kills vampires, suitable for all classes), Grand Potion (3), Potion (2), Tonic, Grand Tonic (2), Remedy, Soma, Phoenix Essence, Deadly Venom, 2 Venoms, 2 Paralyzing Venoms, Smoke Bomb, Holy Bomb, Commerz Cannonball, Scroll of Sealing, Shovel, Bedroll, Magnifying Glass, 3 Gold Bars, Magic Shovel (will always find something when used, limited to three uses per quest), Magic Viper Skin Erdathcath Madilinas *party leader* Level 18 Druid *lucky* *immune to petrify* Power: 28 Health: 32/32 Ether: 21/21 Gold: 452 Equipment: Tritech Handcannon (WP:10), Satchel of Awesomeness (bodywear, causes lucky effect), Snake Eye Charm (protects from petrify) Inventory: Longbow (WP:7), Quick bow (WP: 6, Suitable to rangers, provides hastened effect for one round each battle), Helmet (+1 max. health), 6 Potions, 2 Grand Potions, 3 Mead, 1 Smelling Salts, 15 Venoms, 2 Deadly Venoms, 2 Floral Bombs, 2 Ice Bombs, 2 Lightning Bombs, 1 Fire Bomb, 3 Smoke Bombs, 2 Water Bombs, 2 Holy Bomb, 1 Paralyzing Venom, 1 Grand Tonic, Bone, skeleton decoy, Bedroll, Shovel, Pickaxe, Telescope, Saber teeth, Scroll of Weakening, Ruby, The Piece of Dirt That Changed The Universe, Demon Frog Essence Adam (NPC - controlled by The_Customizer) Level 21 1/3 Berserker Power: 30 Health: 10/40 Gold: 0 Equipment: Regular Standard Ordinary Sword (WP:9) Inventory: nothing

Benji attacks the ogre from the back row with the crossbow. "Surrender and I'll spare you're life!" Benji shouts in jest.

The merman gasps and clutches the statue. "It is the son of Neron and Neredice." He whispered in awe. "He is most holy among our race. He had the ability to switch between human, and merman form. This statue has been missing for nearly 3 decades. Thank you." He bows to Erdy and nods his head to Adam. "I don't know where you found this, but it is a true sign of friendship between humans and mermans. When I return to my home I shall tell of your kindness, heroes of --?"

Be patient... I'm waiting for the two doofuses to figure out which item to give to the merman, then you'll arrive. Eugene is deathly afraid of battles, so he won't come until the battle has been ended for good.

*cough*what would dirt help a water-dwelling being*cough* try harder

Lets go, arena!

Yes, I accept your invitation. I, Benji Carvenhall (Flare), would like to challenge Skrall (Water Brick Down), to a duel!

You know I think that everyone that agreed with my random accusements on Day Three was a villain

"You won't like me when I'm angry"

Ignoring the rude dwarf, Benji accepts Skrall's wanted ad for a sparring partner.

What an epic fail for us heroes

Benji is woken up by the noises of heroes making conversation. He drowsily makes his way over to the rest of the heroes, ordering a drink on the way.

I can imagine how long Sarge's backstory is. Two lines, at max, I'd guess

"I have no use of your gold and I can do more damage with my tail than your water bomb. If you have no item that will prove to me your loyalties than I'm afraid we cannot be at peace with each other." Hint: Its an item you've found during this quest that so far has not shown of any use

Of course, and when you kill me tonight because you don't like the fact that I've got onto your trail, then we'll really be able to trust you

Who is a "better player"? To be honest I wouldn't consider Palathadric / Monk Pretzel to be the best player (no offense Monk ) but he was killed off the first day. Of course, he could've been killed off by a hero... but anyways, how do you know which players the villains killed? You claim that they were picking off the better players first. Which implies that you know who was being killed by the villains. Which means... you... are... a... villain! *gasp* My blonde hair does all the thinking for me. Question: How do you know how many villainous players there are? You seem very certain that there are exactly (12/4=3) 3 villains left, but no place has listed the amount of villains. Aha! Another villain caught! Thats Super Guy for ya, fellow heroes! Now we just need to kill off these two villains and we will have almost won

Wow, only 12 of us left. We better be careful with our kills or the game will be over too quickly I might not be able to finish reading my magazine. *finds Fishface's body* *takes magazine from Fishface's guts*

Benji returns to the marketplace. He buys one sapphire for 100 gold. "Thanks" He grunts to the witch. 230-100=130 gold remaining

Again, the merman seems to be blocking out Pretzel's words and only hear what Erdy says. Perhaps he is incapable of understanding blabbering idiots. What a lucky man. "I don't know where they went. I also don't know if they were 'ostrich raiders' or whatever but they did have big birds with long necks. Strange creatures. Probably couldn't swim. As for your offer to return me home, it seems almost impossible that anyone would be so kind, and if it is really true than you and your friends will have the mer-people's unswerving gratitude and loyalty. I am the son of my school's chief." He stops looking friendly and eager, and bites his lip, looking a little uncomfortable. "Listen. All this talk is nice, but I need proof that you will really help me. If you will give me some token of friendship that would be meaningful for me, then I think that we can make peace, friend."

The merman seems to have filtered out Pretzel's words and only have heard Erdy's speech. He looks at Erdy with pained, beseeching eyes. "You're not with the ones who captured me from my home and took me here until they found someone to purchase me as a slave? I overheard them plotting when the camped near here." He thinks for a second and continues: "If you could prove to me that you aren't here to hurt me then maybe we could make a deal instead of fighting." He waves the beef innocently yet alluringly.

"Its surprising to me that so many people died. I never knew that so many heroes could die just in one night. Terrible! And most upsetting that all of them were heroes and no villains." "Anyone know how many villains there are? It would be most helpful for us to figure out what chances we have of winning or not." *silence* "Fine. I'll go back to my magazine..." *realizes that fishface ate the magazine* *thinks: "Sushi...."*

If the quest doesn't finish before the end of the month then I will attempt to find a way to stick a gem-seller in the quest

"I think you're crazy." Adam whispers. "We shouldn't be fighting this mer-creature. They are holy creatures but are vicious when vunerable. If we could get him to understand that we're not here to kill him or kidnap him then we would be blessed by Ennoc..." He quickly adds: "...or whichever god you believe in, sir."

Merman Battle Round Two Adam vs. Merman - Defended Damage >Erdy vs. Merman - Hit / Critical Hit Pretzel vs. Merman - Special Guard Adam is hit once again with 15 damage with the Merman's vicious attack. Erdy performs a critical hit on the Merman causing 38 damage to the aquatic enemy. Pretzel's staff gets stuck in the mud which gives the Merman time to attempt to heal. He doesn't succeed because he has been sealed. He also doesn't manage to summon any friends to help him. The party has the opportunity to speak with the Merman. Enemy: Merman *weakened* *sealed* Type: Humanoid, Aquatic Level: 30 Health: 409/456 Special: For Diplomacy's Sake - The merman heals himself with 100 health and gives the party a chance to speak with him. 50/50 chance that additional enemy will be summoned. Drops: Steak, Aquamarine Note: Immune to all negative effects. All attacks pierce through SP. Party: Monk Pretzel Level 12.5 Cleric Power: 22 Defense: 5 Health: 22/22 Ether: 20/20 Gold: 122 Equipment: Staff of Malbert (WP:10, Light-Elemental), Tricorn (Artifact; SP:3), Ethereal Cloak (Artifact; SP:2, Max Ether +4) Inventory: Cross (Nimbus Broomstick; Ranged; WP: 5), Grand Potion (3), Potion (2), Tonic, Grand Tonic (2), Remedy, Soma, Phoenix Essence, Deadly Venom, 2 Venoms, 2 Paralyzing Venoms, Smoke Bomb, Holy Bomb, Commerz Cannonball, Scroll of Sealing, Shovel, Bedroll, Magnifying Glass, 3 Gold Bars, Magic Shovel (will always find something when used, limited to three uses per quest), Magic Viper Skin Erdathcath Madilinas *party leader* Level 18 Druid *lucky* *immune to petrify* Power: 28 Health: 32/32 Ether: 21/21 Gold: 452 Equipment: Tritech Handcannon (WP:10), Satchel of Awesomeness (bodywear, causes lucky effect), Snake Eye Charm (protects from petrify) Inventory: Longbow (WP:7), Quick bow (WP: 6, Suitable to rangers, provides hastened effect for one round each battle), Helmet (+1 max. health), 6 Potions, 2 Grand Potions, 3 Mead, 1 Smelling Salts, 15 Venoms, 2 Deadly Venoms, 2 Floral Bombs, 2 Ice Bombs, 2 Lightning Bombs, 1 Fire Bomb, 3 Smoke Bombs, 2 Water Bombs, 2 Holy Bomb, 1 Paralyzing Venom, 1 Grand Tonic, Bone, skeleton decoy, Bedroll, Shovel, Pickaxe, Telescope, Saber teeth, Scroll of Weakening, Ruby, The Piece of Dirt That Changed The Universe, Bronze Statue, Demon Frog Essence Adam (NPC - controlled by The_Customizer) Level 21 1/3 Berserker Power: 30 Health: 10/40 Gold: 0 Equipment: Regular Standard Ordinary Sword (WP:9) Inventory: nothing

Merman Battle Round One Erdathcath weakens Merman - success Pretzel seals Merman - success Adam vs. Merman - Defended Counter Erdy and Monk successfully weaken and seal the Merman. Adam is hit with 15 damage but strikes back at the fishy foe with a hit of 9 damage. Enemy: Merman *weakened* *sealed* Type: Humanoid, Aquatic Level: 30 Health: 447/456 Special: For Diplomacy's Sake - The merman heals himself with 100 health and gives the party a chance to speak with him. 50/50 chance that additional enemy will be summoned. Drops: Steak, Aquamarine Note: Immune to all negative effects. All attacks pierce through SP. Party: Monk Pretzel Level 12.5 Cleric Power: 22 Defense: 5 Health: 22/22 Ether: 20/20 Gold: 122 Equipment: Staff of Malbert (WP:10, Light-Elemental), Tricorn (Artifact; SP:3), Ethereal Cloak (Artifact; SP:2, Max Ether +4) Inventory: Cross (Nimbus Broomstick; Ranged; WP: 5), Grand Potion (3), Potion (2), Tonic, Grand Tonic (2), Remedy, Soma, Phoenix Essence, Deadly Venom, 2 Venoms, 2 Paralyzing Venoms, Smoke Bomb, Holy Bomb, Commerz Cannonball, Scroll of Sealing, Shovel, Bedroll, Magnifying Glass, 3 Gold Bars, Magic Shovel (will always find something when used, limited to three uses per quest), Magic Viper Skin Erdathcath Madilinas *party leader* Level 18 Druid *lucky* *immune to petrify* Power: 28 Health: 32/32 Ether: 21/21 Gold: 452 Equipment: Tritech Handcannon (WP:10), Satchel of Awesomeness (bodywear, causes lucky effect), Snake Eye Charm (protects from petrify) Inventory: Longbow (WP:7), Quick bow (WP: 6, Suitable to rangers, provides hastened effect for one round each battle), Helmet (+1 max. health), 6 Potions, 2 Grand Potions, 3 Mead, 1 Smelling Salts, 15 Venoms, 2 Deadly Venoms, 2 Floral Bombs, 2 Ice Bombs, 2 Lightning Bombs, 1 Fire Bomb, 3 Smoke Bombs, 2 Water Bombs, 2 Holy Bomb, 1 Paralyzing Venom, 1 Grand Tonic, Bone, skeleton decoy, Bedroll, Shovel, Pickaxe, Telescope, Saber teeth, Scroll of Weakening, Ruby, The Piece of Dirt That Changed The Universe, Bronze Statue, Demon Frog Essence Adam (NPC - controlled by The_Customizer) Level 21 1/3 Berserker Power: 30 Health: 25/40 Gold: 0 Equipment: Regular Standard Ordinary Sword (WP:9) Inventory: nothing Question: Is the weakening and sealing for the whole battle or only for three rounds? Battle order and actions, please!