Endgame

I'd love to have some of you 72/69/75 folks along for 81.

>Johon orients himself >Althior uses his Dragon Scale >Undead Satellite A VS Oculoid Amalgam: 20-2=18 damage >Undead Satellite B VS Oculoid Amalgam: 20-2=18 damage The party, divided and weak, seek the rebuild. Johon orients himself as Althior crushes his Dragon Scale in his hand, swallowing the powder. Two Satellites get shots in on the Amalgam before the demon decides he has been pushed pass his limit. "SO... You have the meddle to push me this far? Your minds ensanred, your bodies broken, your spirits wavering and waiting for the end... And you still think you can defeat me? Laughable! PITIFUL!" The Amalgam cackles, the hex even forcing Karie to join along. "I will show you the true Wrath of the Oculoids, you revolting beings... But first, I believe some rest is in order!" The Amalgam launches into the sky, wrapping its tentacles around one of the higher hanging branches. His tentacles coil around, the Amalgam hanging upside down from the collosal tree like a bat. Two tentacles cling to a branch while the others coil around the Amalgam's body, forming a protective coccoon. 4 blobs of ink brust from the coccoon, landing in front of the heroes. They take form, and the party instantly recognizes what they were... Glowing eyes shimmer from beneath the inky surface. Oculoids. "We will not allow you to harm the chief, heroes! Oculoids! Thrall! Attack!" The demons ready their assualt on the heroes, Karie joining them. "It is high time for a banquet!" Blue Oculoid, Level 44 Demon HP: 225/225 SP: 3 Specials: Dark Burst: The Oculoid shoots a beam of darkness from his eye, damaging the hero who rolled Special Damage. That person suffers 48 damage and is made Weak for three rounds. Gluttony: The Blue Oculoid grapples with the hero who rolled Special Damage, draining some of their energy. The Blue Oculoid transfers one of the hero's postive effects to himself and recovers 100 HP. Specials decided by die roll. Drops: 5 gold "Slow down, heroes. Please?" Red Oculoid, Level 42 Demon HP: 225/225 Specials Dark Burst: The Oculoid shoots a beam of darkness from his eye, damaging the hero who rolled Special Damage. That person suffers 48 damage and is made Weak for three rounds. Sloth: The Red Oculoid casts a sell on the hero who rolled Special Damage. That hero has their health halved and is made Slow for 3 rounds. Specials decided by die roll. Drops: 5 gold. "We'll wrap this up." White Oculoid A, Level 35 Ancient HP: 175/175 Specials: Draining Glare: The White Oculoid saps 6 ether and 12 HP from all heroes, regardless for row and SP. Passive Specials: Mimicry: On rolls of Damage, the White Oculoid inflicts the effect of the hero's weapon on the hero (Decay, 1/6 chance of Curse, lowering level, etc.) Drops: 5 gold. "Hmm..." White Oculoid B, Level 35 Ancient HP: 175/175 Specials: Draining Glare: The White Oculoid saps 6 ether and 12 HP from all heroes, regardless for row and SP. Passive Specials: Mimicry: On rolls of Damage, the White Oculoid inflicts the effect of the hero's weapon on the hero (Decay, 1/6 chance of Curse, lowering level, etc.) Drops: 5 gold. Amalgam's Cocoon: The Amalgam will exit his cocoon when all of the Oculoids are defeated. Every round the Amalgam is inside of his cocoon, he will gain 1 SP and 1 Level. He will come back with improved specials as well, so be careful! HP: 999 SP: 2 Level: 54 NOTE: Not every satellite can be reivved as an undead. Every 5 satellites killed by the heroes, a necromancer can revive a Level 20 Undead Satellite. Satellites Killed: 33 (25 expended) Technique Satellites Killed: 4 The Party: Althior Emorith (And Finnegan) *Hastened!* *Lucky!* *Blessed!*d Level 35 3/4 Necromancer *Earns triple XP* Power: 47 (52 for spells) Power Bonus: +5 Spells Defense: 6 (4+2) Health: 17/45 (5+5+Chicken Drumstick (1)+34) Ether: 17/48 (5+5+34+4) Gold: 150 Equipment: Scepter of Divine Affinity (WP:12, Has ⅙ chance to deal Cursed effect on attacks and ⅙ chance to deal Blessed effect on successful healing, Staff), Spellbound Gloves (+5 power when casting Spells, doubled if target is weak to Element, Handwear), Ethereal Cloak (SP:2, Max Ether +4, Backwear), Medal of Glory (Wearer earns triple experience, Accessory), Robe of the Elven Necromancer (SP: 4, Body Wear) Inventory: Dragoro (WP:8, Wand), Skeleton Decoy, Potion x6, Tonic x10, Grand Potion x3, Grand Tonic x2, Ether Core x2, Bedroll, Remedy x9, Mead, Smelling Salts, Diamond (Light), Topaz (Lightning), Amethyst (Darkness), Ruby (Fire), Sapphire (Wind), Garnet (Earth), Opal (Ice), Aquamarine (Water), Emerald (Wood), Skull Shield (SP: 6, immune to darkness elemental damage), Bone x3, Elixirs x3, Phoenix Incense x2, Garnet Lamp of Summoning, Deadly Poison, Grating Stone x2, Tasty Fish Level 20 Undead Satellite A Level 20 Undead Satellite B Level 20 Undead Satellite C Level 20 Undead Satellite D Level 20 Undead Satellite E Johon [AKA Alf Gregory] (Bricksandparts) 25 years old male human Barbarian > Raider *Lucky!* *Hastened!* *Confused! 1 round remaining* Level: 25.66 Power: 36 (24+8+4) Health: 37/40 (24+8+1+7+0) Shield Power: (5+1) Ether: ~/0 Positive effects: *Immune to:* (*Fragile*, *Cursed* *Stunned* ), *Natural Respite* Negative effects: (none) Gold: 3076 (1726(1), 0GB(50), 0CB(50), 0GO(80), 0CC(70), 0GC(100), 0M) Equipment: Weapon - Sword of Decay (WP:8) - (once the target is inflicted with damage they lose a quarter of the power of the strike each following turn for three turns. the effect cannot be compounded with more strikes. Suitable to Mages, Knights and Barbarians.) Shield - None Artefact 1 (L1-9) - Heavy Armour - SP:5, protects from fragile-effect, suitable for barbarians and knights Artefact 2 (L10-19) - Bravado Boots - 1/6 chance of being Lucky at the beginning of every battle Artefact 3 (L20-29) - Sticky Gloves - Increases the amount of gold stolen by 50% (rounded up), suitable for rogues and beast warriors.[ Artefact 4 (L30-39) - Artefact 5 (L40-49) - Artefact 6 (L50+) - Extra Artefacts: Helmet (+1 max health), Blessed Amulet – Protects from cursed-effect. Dog Statuette - (suitable for anyone, SP: 1, once named (Rover), speaking the name summons a dog almost certainly to tag along on madcap adventures and make snippy comments.), Hide of The Bleeding - restores 10 HP and 5 ether for every enemy the wearer kills, suitable for anyone, Scarlet Hood - +4 to power, immunity to stunned Extra Weapons: Greatsword (WP:3), Focal Staff (WP:5, Focus Fire-Roll a 3 for 5 ether Suitable for clerics and mages),Gladius (WP: 15, Darkness elemental, 1/3 chance of Fragile on succesful hits), Stalker’s Mallet (WP: 8, usable by Knights, Barbarians, and Harlots. Has a 1/2 chance to seal the enemy) Tools: Shovel (1), Pick-axe (2), Magnifying Glass (1), Magic Compass (1) Consumables: Potion (2), Venom (2), Mead (4), Smelling Salts (9), Nostrum (10), Trial Brew (1), Grand Tonic, Ambrosia, Grand Potion, Deadly Poison Elements: Aquamarine (1), Emerald (1), Topaz (1) Scrolls: Scroll of Sleep (1), Scroll of Blindness (1), Scroll of Sealing (1), Scroll of Confusion (1) Quest items: Blue Rose Karie Alderflask (Played by Kintobor) *Party Leader!* *Encouraged!* *Inspired!* *Lucky!* *Hexed! 2 rounds remaining* 22 year old Human Rogue Witch, lvl 17 Power: 24 (lvl 17 + WP: 7) Health: 23/23 21/46 Ether: 9/23 Gold: 77 Defence: 2 Equipment: Oculoid Palm (WP: 11, Whip, successful hits lowers the target's level. Coils around the user's arm and mimics a tattoo outside of battle.) by 1. Ethereal Cloak (SP +2, Max. Ether +4), Catsuit (Wearer has 1/3 chance to completely avoid rolls of COUNTER and DAMAGE and Free Hits; suitable to women only; bodywear) Inventory: Grand Tonic (2), Mead (1), Remedy (1), Venom (7), Smoke bomb (1), Pixie Dust (1), Grand Potion (1) Telescope (1), Bedroll (1) Quest Items: Entry 11, Map of Brendenton (1), Spider Coin (worth 1 gp), Forest Journal Aretefacts/Weapons:Heirloom Dagger (WP: 3), Scroll of Newtity (costs 10 ether)(usable by ex-Amphibians only), Lover's Locket (Accessory, Protects from enamoured effect), Trickster's Mask of the Elf (Accessory, changes user's appearance into an Elf) The Rat Queen's Cape (Backwear, all Vermin type are Enamored with the wearer for the first three rounds of combat, Suitable for Alchemists, Beast Warriors, Chi Monks, and Witches), Sexy (WP: 7, Rapier, Disregards SP, usable by Knights and Rogues), Paper Doll (Accesory, prevents Hexing) Gemstones: Topaz

I throw my Chaos Bomb and attack Crossbowman A.

QM Note: My reaction was alarmingly similar, but the pixles on the screen refused to change.

>Karie heals Althior with a Grand Potion (back) >Johon VS Blitz Satellite (back): Special Damage Damage (0 damage) >Johon VS Haste Satellite (back): Steal Hit (8+25=33/2=17 damage) >Althior VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Hit (12+35=47x2=94-2=92 damage) >Althior VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Damage 954/2=27-5=22 damage) >Undead Satellite A VS Blitz Satellite: 20 damage >Undead Satellite B VS Reinforcement Satellite A: 20 damage >Undead Satellite C VS Reinforcement Satellite B: 20 damage >Undead Satellite D VS Oculoid Amalgam: 18 damage >Undead Satellite E VS Oculoid Amalgam: 18 damage The Oculoid Amalgam Devours: >Technique Satellite: Succumbing Sonar! (Karie is hexed, Johon is confused) (...This is getting ridiculous. ) The Oculoid Amalgam summons: >Blitz Satellite x5 Karie heals a battered Althior as Johon attempts to sweep up the Satellite, but only manages to get one. Althior blasts the Amalgam with a ball of light, and tries to dodge his rapid bursts of beams once again. However, the tree topple episode left him weary, and the Amalgam has learned: The demon shoots a beam of darkness from his tentacle in front of Althior, the Necromancer crashing into the spell. Althior's army assault the satellites, but are unable to take down the pivotal Technique Satellite. The Amalgam snatches his minion and devours him whole, his body surging the power. he emits a strange sound... Karie hears the sound, closing her eyes and ears on instinct and trying to ward off the voices in her head. However, no human can ressit the bewitching power of 9 Oculoids, and Karie's mind once again falls under the Chief's control. Her eyes cloud over as hse readies her whip, ready to end Althior. Even Johon feels the effects of the sonar, his mound getting hazy. "This is what you get for siding with them, Necromancer! Your own cohorts will be your undoing! The iorny is just so delectable, isn't it?!" QM Note: Because it may influence your strategy: Reducing the Amalgam to 1000 HP kicks off his second phase. This cuts off the round immediately - if the round ends prematurely, the Amalgam will not eat any remaining satellites. Hexed heroes will also not get to attack in a round ended prematurely as well. "GAAHAHAHAHAHAHAH!" Oculoid Amalgam, Level 54 Ancient *Cursed!* HP: 1034/2488 SP: 2 Immune to all Scroll Effects and Hexed! Specials: Dark Wave: The Oculoid Amalgam shoots beams of darkness out of its tentacles, sweeping the party with them. All heroes take damage to their level, disregarding row. Succumbing Sonar: The Oculoid Amalgam emits an odd signal, Hexing 1 random hero for 3 rounds. Another random hero is Confused for 1 round as well. (Both can be remedied or removed for 3 ether.) Bomb Ring: Instead of spawning Satellites next round, the Oculoid Amalgam gains 2 levels, 2 SP, and spawns 6 Blast Satellites to surround the heroes. Tree Topple: The Oculoid Amalgam knocks down a tree, crushing the hero who rolled Special Damage. That hero takes damage equal to their level x2 and loses one of their positive effects. Specials decided by RNG. Passive Specials: Toxic Tentacles: Rolls of Damage or Free Hits of a 1/6 chance of Infecting the hero who is recieving damage for 3 rounds. (Can be remedied or removed for 3 ether.) Tactical Formation: The Oculoid Amalgam spreads out his allies almost flawlessly. Area of Effect attacks only affect the enemy that is beaing targetted, as well as the enemies above and below them in the enemy list. Endgame Syndrome: ??? (Occurs when the Oculoid Amalgam drops below 1000 HP) Satellite Summon: At the end of every round, the Oculoid Amalgam summons 5 satellites. The die is rolled for each one to decide which Satellites he summons: -Blitz Satellite: 1/2 chance. -Reinforcement Satellite: 1/6 chance. -Haste Satellite: 1/6 chance. -Technique Satellite: 1/6 chance. Drops: Ectoplasm x2, Emergency Essence x2, 120 gold, Oculoid iris, Amalgam Claw, Lifespark Documets Blitz Satellite A, Level 0 Fire HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Blitz Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Vigor Boost: At the end of the round, the Blitz Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's level by 1. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. Blitz Satellite B, Level 0 Fire HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Blitz Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Vigor Boost: At the end of the round, the Blitz Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's level by 1. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. Blitz Satellite C, Level 0 Fire HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Blitz Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Vigor Boost: At the end of the round, the Blitz Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's level by 1. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. Blitz Satellite D, Level 0 Fire HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Blitz Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Vigor Boost: At the end of the round, the Blitz Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's level by 1. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. Blitz Satellite E, Level 0 Fire HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Blitz Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Vigor Boost: At the end of the round, the Blitz Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's level by 1. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. NOTE: Not every satellite can be reivved as an undead. Every 5 satellites killed by the heroes, a necromancer can revive a Level 20 Undead Satellite. Satellites Killed: 33 (25 expended) Technique Satellites Killed: 4 The Party: Althior Emorith (And Finnegan) *Hastened!* Level 35 3/4 Necromancer *Earns triple XP* Power: 47 (52 for spells) Power Bonus: +5 Spells Defense: 6 (4+2) Health: 14/45 (5+5+Chicken Drumstick (1)+34) Ether: 19/48 (5+5+34+4) Gold: 150 Equipment: Scepter of Divine Affinity (WP:12, Has ⅙ chance to deal Cursed effect on attacks and ⅙ chance to deal Blessed effect on successful healing, Staff), Spellbound Gloves (+5 power when casting Spells, doubled if target is weak to Element, Handwear), Ethereal Cloak (SP:2, Max Ether +4, Backwear), Medal of Glory (Wearer earns triple experience, Accessory), Robe of the Elven Necromancer (SP: 4, Body Wear) Inventory: Dragoro (WP:8, Wand), Skeleton Decoy, Potion x6, Tonic x10, Grand Potion x3, Grand Tonic x2, Ether Core x2, Bedroll, Remedy x9, Mead, Smelling Salts, Diamond (Light), Topaz (Lightning), Amethyst (Darkness), Ruby (Fire), Sapphire (Wind), Garnet (Earth), Opal (Ice), Aquamarine (Water), Emerald (Wood), Skull Shield (SP: 6, immune to darkness elemental damage), Bone x3, Elixirs x3, Phoenix Incense x2, Dragon Scales, Garnet Lamp of Summoning, Deadly Poison, Grating Stone x2, Tasty Fish Level 20 Undead Satellite A Level 20 Undead Satellite B Level 20 Undead Satellite C Level 20 Undead Satellite D Level 20 Undead Satellite E Johon [AKA Alf Gregory] (Bricksandparts) 25 years old male human Barbarian > Raider *Lucky!* *Hastened!* *Confused! 1 round remaining* Level: 25.66 Power: 36 (24+8+4) Health: 37/40 (24+8+1+7+0) Shield Power: (5+1) Ether: ~/0 Positive effects: *Immune to:* (*Fragile*, *Cursed* *Stunned* ), *Natural Respite* Negative effects: (none) Gold: 3076 (1726(1), 0GB(50), 0CB(50), 0GO(80), 0CC(70), 0GC(100), 0M) Equipment: Weapon - Sword of Decay (WP:8) - (once the target is inflicted with damage they lose a quarter of the power of the strike each following turn for three turns. the effect cannot be compounded with more strikes. Suitable to Mages, Knights and Barbarians.) Shield - None Artefact 1 (L1-9) - Heavy Armour - SP:5, protects from fragile-effect, suitable for barbarians and knights Artefact 2 (L10-19) - Bravado Boots - 1/6 chance of being Lucky at the beginning of every battle Artefact 3 (L20-29) - Sticky Gloves - Increases the amount of gold stolen by 50% (rounded up), suitable for rogues and beast warriors.[ Artefact 4 (L30-39) - Artefact 5 (L40-49) - Artefact 6 (L50+) - Extra Artefacts: Helmet (+1 max health), Blessed Amulet – Protects from cursed-effect. Dog Statuette - (suitable for anyone, SP: 1, once named (Rover), speaking the name summons a dog almost certainly to tag along on madcap adventures and make snippy comments.), Hide of The Bleeding - restores 10 HP and 5 ether for every enemy the wearer kills, suitable for anyone, Scarlet Hood - +4 to power, immunity to stunned Extra Weapons: Greatsword (WP:3), Focal Staff (WP:5, Focus Fire-Roll a 3 for 5 ether Suitable for clerics and mages),Gladius (WP: 15, Darkness elemental, 1/3 chance of Fragile on succesful hits), Stalker’s Mallet (WP: 8, usable by Knights, Barbarians, and Harlots. Has a 1/2 chance to seal the enemy) Tools: Shovel (1), Pick-axe (2), Magnifying Glass (1), Magic Compass (1) Consumables: Potion (2), Venom (2), Mead (4), Smelling Salts (9), Nostrum (10), Trial Brew (1), Grand Tonic, Ambrosia, Grand Potion, Deadly Poison Elements: Aquamarine (1), Emerald (1), Topaz (1) Scrolls: Scroll of Sleep (1), Scroll of Blindness (1), Scroll of Sealing (1), Scroll of Confusion (1) Quest items: Blue Rose Karie Alderflask (Played by Kintobor) *Party Leader!* *Encouraged!* *Inspired!* *Lucky!* *Hexed! 3 rounds remaining* 22 year old Human Rogue Witch, lvl 17 Power: 24 (lvl 17 + WP: 7) Health: 23/23 21/46 Ether: 9/23 Gold: 77 Defence: 2 Equipment: Oculoid Palm (WP: 11, Whip, successful hits lowers the target's level. Coils around the user's arm and mimics a tattoo outside of battle.) by 1. Ethereal Cloak (SP +2, Max. Ether +4), Catsuit (Wearer has 1/3 chance to completely avoid rolls of COUNTER and DAMAGE and Free Hits; suitable to women only; bodywear) Inventory: Grand Tonic (2), Mead (1), Remedy (1), Venom (7), Smoke bomb (1), Pixie Dust (1), Grand Potion (1) Telescope (1), Bedroll (1) Quest Items: Entry 11, Map of Brendenton (1), Spider Coin (worth 1 gp), Forest Journal Aretefacts/Weapons:Heirloom Dagger (WP: 3), Scroll of Newtity (costs 10 ether)(usable by ex-Amphibians only), Lover's Locket (Accessory, Protects from enamoured effect), Trickster's Mask of the Elf (Accessory, changes user's appearance into an Elf) The Rat Queen's Cape (Backwear, all Vermin type are Enamored with the wearer for the first three rounds of combat, Suitable for Alchemists, Beast Warriors, Chi Monks, and Witches), Sexy (WP: 7, Rapier, Disregards SP, usable by Knights and Rogues), Paper Doll (Accesory, prevents Hexing) Gemstones: Topaz

QM Note: I'll wait until K-Nut agrees with the course of action/roleplays getting squashed.

"It should be smooth sailing from here. Elgar, might I suggest you throw that Fireball Whiskey?" I attack Crossbowmen B and C.

>Karie VS Blitz Satellite B (back): Special Damage Miss >Johon VS Blitz Satellite C (back): Special Damage Damage (0 damage) >Johon VS Technique Satellite (back): Hit Hit (8+25=33/2=17 damage) >Althior VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Hit Critical Hit (12x5=60+35=95X2=190-2=188 damage) >Althior VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Special Damage Special Damage (Tree Topple: 35x2=70/2=35-6=29 damage) >Undead Satellites destroy the rest of the Amalgam's Satellites. The Oculoid Amalgam Devours: >Nothing! The Oculoid Amalgam summons: >Reinforcement satellite, Blitz Satellite, Reinforcement Satellite, Haste Satellite, Technique Satellite Kaire and Johon fail in their assaults, Althior's army having to clean up after the heroes. Althior lobs a ball of light at the Amalgam, only for the beast to retaliate. The demon goes over to one of the wasteland's dead trees, the wooden behemoth's corpse towering over the heroes. He slices through the withered bark effortlessly, the Amalgam toppling the tree on Althior. Althior tries to destroy the tree as it falls on him, but it is to no avail; he still gets showered in wooden shrapnel and huge pieces of tree, buried under a pile of wood and logs. QM Note: Because it may influence your strategy: Reducing the Amalgam to 1000 HP kicks off his second phase. This cuts off the round immediately - if the round ends prematurely, the Amalgam will not eat any remaining satellites. "GIVE UP!" Oculoid Amalgam, Level 54 Ancient *Cursed!* HP: 1162/2491 SP: 2 Immune to all Scroll Effects and Hexed! Specials: Dark Wave: The Oculoid Amalgam shoots beams of darkness out of its tentacles, sweeping the party with them. All heroes take damage to their level, disregarding row. Succumbing Sonar: The Oculoid Amalgam emits an odd signal, Hexing 1 random hero for 3 rounds. Another random hero is Confused for 1 round as well. (Both can be remeided or removed for 3 ether.) Bomb Ring: Instead of spawning Satellites next round, the Oculoid Amalgam gains 2 levels, 2 SP, and spawns 6 Blast Satellites to surround the heroes. Tree Topple: The Oculoid Amalgam knocks down a tree, crushing the hero who rolled Special Damage. That hero takes damage equal to their level x2 and loses one of their positive effects. Specials decided by RNG. Passive Specials: Toxic Tentacles: Rolls of Damage or Free Hits of a 1/6 chance of Infecting the hero who is recieving damage for 3 rounds. (Can be remedied or removed for 3 ether.) Tactical Formation: The Oculoid Amalgam spreads out his allies almost flawlessly. Area of Effect attacks only affect the enemy that is beaing targetted, as well as the enemies above and below them in the enemy list. Endgame Syndrome: ??? (Occurs when the Oculoid Amalgam drops below 1000 HP) Satellite Summon: At the end of every round, the Oculoid Amalgam summons 5 satellites. The die is rolled for each one to decide which Satellites he summons: -Blitz Satellite: 1/2 chance. -Reinforcement Satellite: 1/6 chance. -Haste Satellite: 1/6 chance. -Technique Satellite: 1/6 chance. Drops: Ectoplasm x2, Emergency Essence x2, 120 gold, Oculoid iris, Amalgam Claw, Lifespark Documets Reinforcement Satellite A, Level 0 Rock HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Reinforcement Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Defense Boost: At the end of the round, the Reinforcement Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's SP by 2. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. Blitz Satellite, Level 0 Fire HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Blitz Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Vigor Boost: At the end of the round, the Blitz Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's level by 1. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. Reinforcement Satellite B, Level 0 Rock HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Reinforcement Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Defense Boost: At the end of the round, the Reinforcement Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's SP by 2. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. Haste Satellite, Level 0 Demon HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Haste Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Speed Boost: At the end of the round, the Haste Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it Hastens the Oculoid Amalgam next round. (if two Haste satellites are devoured at once, the effect does not stack). Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. Technique Satellite, Level 0 Demon HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Technique Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Special Boost: At the end of the round, the Technique Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it allows the Oculoid Amalgam to use one random special. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: 5 gold. NOTE: Not every satellite can be reivved as an undead. Every 5 satellites killed by the heroes, a necromancer can revive a Level 20 Undead Satellite. Satellites Killed: 29 (25 expended) Technique Satellites Killed: 4 The Party: Althior Emorith (And Finnegan) *Hastened!* Level 35 3/4 Necromancer *Earns triple XP* Power: 47 (52 for spells) Power Bonus: +5 Spells Defense: 6 (4+2) Health: 9/45 (5+5+Chicken Drumstick (1)+34) Ether: 23/48 (5+5+34+4) Gold: 150 Equipment: Scepter of Divine Affinity (WP:12, Has ⅙ chance to deal Cursed effect on attacks and ⅙ chance to deal Blessed effect on successful healing, Staff), Spellbound Gloves (+5 power when casting Spells, doubled if target is weak to Element, Handwear), Ethereal Cloak (SP:2, Max Ether +4, Backwear), Medal of Glory (Wearer earns triple experience, Accessory), Robe of the Elven Necromancer (SP: 4, Body Wear) Inventory: Dragoro (WP:8, Wand), Skeleton Decoy, Potion x6, Tonic x10, Grand Potion x3, Grand Tonic x2, Ether Core x2, Bedroll, Remedy x9, Mead, Smelling Salts, Diamond (Light), Topaz (Lightning), Amethyst (Darkness), Ruby (Fire), Sapphire (Wind), Garnet (Earth), Opal (Ice), Aquamarine (Water), Emerald (Wood), Skull Shield (SP: 6, immune to darkness elemental damage), Bone x3, Elixirs x3, Phoenix Incense x2, Dragon Scales, Garnet Lamp of Summoning, Deadly Poison, Grating Stone x2, Tasty Fish Level 20 Undead Satellite A Level 20 Undead Satellite B Level 20 Undead Satellite C Level 20 Undead Satellite D Level 20 Undead Satellite E Johon [AKA Alf Gregory] (Bricksandparts) 25 years old male human Barbarian > Raider *Lucky!* *Hastened!* Level: 25.66 Power: 36 (24+8+4) Health: 37/40 (24+8+1+7+0) Shield Power: (5+1) Ether: ~/0 Positive effects: *Immune to:* (*Fragile*, *Cursed* *Stunned* ), *Natural Respite* Negative effects: (none) Gold: 3076 (1726(1), 0GB(50), 0CB(50), 0GO(80), 0CC(70), 0GC(100), 0M) Equipment: Weapon - Sword of Decay (WP:8) - (once the target is inflicted with damage they lose a quarter of the power of the strike each following turn for three turns. the effect cannot be compounded with more strikes. Suitable to Mages, Knights and Barbarians.) Shield - None Artefact 1 (L1-9) - Heavy Armour - SP:5, protects from fragile-effect, suitable for barbarians and knights Artefact 2 (L10-19) - Bravado Boots - 1/6 chance of being Lucky at the beginning of every battle Artefact 3 (L20-29) - Sticky Gloves - Increases the amount of gold stolen by 50% (rounded up), suitable for rogues and beast warriors.[ Artefact 4 (L30-39) - Artefact 5 (L40-49) - Artefact 6 (L50+) - Extra Artefacts: Helmet (+1 max health), Blessed Amulet – Protects from cursed-effect. Dog Statuette - (suitable for anyone, SP: 1, once named (Rover), speaking the name summons a dog almost certainly to tag along on madcap adventures and make snippy comments.), Hide of The Bleeding - restores 10 HP and 5 ether for every enemy the wearer kills, suitable for anyone, Scarlet Hood - +4 to power, immunity to stunned Extra Weapons: Greatsword (WP:3), Focal Staff (WP:5, Focus Fire-Roll a 3 for 5 ether Suitable for clerics and mages),Gladius (WP: 15, Darkness elemental, 1/3 chance of Fragile on succesful hits), Stalker’s Mallet (WP: 8, usable by Knights, Barbarians, and Harlots. Has a 1/2 chance to seal the enemy) Tools: Shovel (1), Pick-axe (2), Magnifying Glass (1), Magic Compass (1) Consumables: Potion (2), Venom (2), Mead (4), Smelling Salts (9), Nostrum (10), Trial Brew (1), Grand Tonic, Ambrosia, Grand Potion, Deadly Poison Elements: Aquamarine (1), Emerald (1), Topaz (1) Scrolls: Scroll of Sleep (1), Scroll of Blindness (1), Scroll of Sealing (1), Scroll of Confusion (1) Quest items: Blue Rose Karie Alderflask (Played by Kintobor) *Party Leader!* *Encouraged!* *Inspired!* *Lucky!* 22 year old Human Rogue Witch, lvl 17 Power: 24 (lvl 17 + WP: 7) Health: 23/23 21/46 Ether: 9/23 Gold: 77 Defence: 2 Equipment: Oculoid Palm (WP: 11, Whip, successful hits lowers the target's level. Coils around the user's arm and mimics a tattoo outside of battle.) by 1. Ethereal Cloak (SP +2, Max. Ether +4), Catsuit (Wearer has 1/3 chance to completely avoid rolls of COUNTER and DAMAGE and Free Hits; suitable to women only; bodywear) Inventory: Grand Tonic (2), Mead (1), Remedy (1), Venom (7), Smoke bomb (1), Pixie Dust (1), Grand Potion (2) Telescope (1), Bedroll (1) Quest Items: Entry 11, Map of Brendenton (1), Spider Coin (worth 1 gp), Forest Journal Aretefacts/Weapons:Heirloom Dagger (WP: 3), Scroll of Newtity (costs 10 ether)(usable by ex-Amphibians only), Lover's Locket (Accessory, Protects from enamoured effect), Trickster's Mask of the Elf (Accessory, changes user's appearance into an Elf) The Rat Queen's Cape (Backwear, all Vermin type are Enamored with the wearer for the first three rounds of combat, Suitable for Alchemists, Beast Warriors, Chi Monks, and Witches), Sexy (WP: 7, Rapier, Disregards SP, usable by Knights and Rogues), Paper Doll (Accesory, prevents Hexing) Gemstones: Topaz

Was referring to Cromeo.

Home Sweet Home will not be 6 months. There are half as many battles and only 1 boss. I estimate 2-2.5

"Why do you always try to justify your anger, Raider? You try to use logic and reasoning, but I see nothing of it. I see a broken child, flung forward from the past, trying desperately not to let his fury take control over him. You are a Raider, Johon. Allow it."

I guess I wasn't beautiful enough to revive, huh?

"As if you think your pathetic mewling about being imperfect beings will get me to relent. You can feel it, can't you, Raider? The anger inside of you just waiting to break free?"

"Oh, and where is your logic? Why do you live?"

"But in a way, Raider, I have already won. My cohorts and I already succeeded in breaking the knave. I have left the necromancer wordless several times, and have given him a mirror to his soul he'll never be able to truly shatter. They've all learned from me, Raider. I showed them how pitiful they really were, and they simply couldn't handle it. But you... You just don't understand the futility. Call me a reflection of my master's will, a pale shadow of what he is. Because, in a way, you'd be right. I am little more than a pawn in his game. But at the end of the day, I do things for a purpose - a purpose I know that is right. You humans die without ever knowing why you were meant to live."

I would like to have you around for the arc's finale, however - It'll be the definitive end to every single quest and arc I've started thus far. (Progg 0 --> Another Quest --> Finale: Eternal Reaper)

A policy of mine is to try not to take the same hero twice in a row - Not out of dislike for that player, just so I could host more people. You were the only threee people when 79 rolled around. So yeah, I agree, a triple would be too much.

Just sent in the pitch for Progg 0, going under the title of "Home Sweet Home."

QM Note: B&P, please try to stay IC. "You've been awfully quiet as of late, Raider... Are you finally learning your place, you brat?" >Karie VS Reinforcement Satellite (back): Special Damage Miss >Johon VS Blitz Satellite C (back): Steal Critical Hit (8x3=24+25=49/2=25 damage) >Johon VS Technique Satellite (back): Steal Hit (8+25=33/2=17 damage) >Althior VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Damage Shield: Raise The Dead (2 Undead Satellites Join Althior) >Althior VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Special Damage Critical Hit (5x12=60+35=85x2=170-2=168 damage) Undead Satellites- Target any satellites remaining >Undead Satellite A VS Reinforcement Satellite (back): 20 damage >Undead Satellite B VS Blitz Satellite A (back): 20 damage >Undead Satellite C VS Blitz Satellite B (back): 20 damage The Oculoid Amalgam Devours: >Nothing! The Oculoid Amalgam summons: >Blitz Satellite, Blitz Satellite, Technique Satellite, Blitz Satellite, Blitz Satellite The battle rages on, the party whittling down the Amalgam further. "You honestly don't believe that you can win, can you?" Oculoid Amalgam, Level 54 Ancient *Cursed!* HP: 1350/2494 SP: 2 Immune to all Scroll Effects and Hexed! Specials: Dark Wave: The Oculoid Amalgam shoots beams of darkness out of its tentacles, sweeping the party with them. All heroes take damage to their level, disregarding row. Succumbing Sonar: The Oculoid Amalgam emits an odd signal, Hexing 1 random hero for 3 rounds. Another random hero is Confused for 1 round as well. (Both can be remeided or removed for 3 ether.) Bomb Ring: Instead of spawning Satellites next round, the Oculoid Amalgam gains 2 levels, 2 SP, and spawns 6 Blast Satellites to surround the heroes. Tree Topple: The Oculoid Amalgam knocks down a tree, crushing the hero who rolled Special Damage. That hero takes damage equal to their level x2 and loses one of their positive effects. Specials decided by RNG. Passive Specials: Toxic Tentacles: Rolls of Damage or Free Hits of a 1/6 chance of Infecting the hero who is recieving damage for 3 rounds. (Can be remedied or removed for 3 ether.) Tactical Formation: The Oculoid Amalgam spreads out his allies almost flawlessly. Area of Effect attacks only affect the enemy that is beaing targetted, as well as the enemies above and below them in the enemy list. Endgame Syndrome: ??? (Occurs when the Oculoid Amalgam drops below 1000 HP) Satellite Summon: At the end of every round, the Oculoid Amalgam summons 5 satellites. The die is rolled for each one to decide which Satellites he summons: -Blitz Satellite: 1/2 chance. -Reinforcement Satellite: 1/6 chance. -Haste Satellite: 1/6 chance. -Technique Satellite: 1/6 chance. Drops: Ectoplasm x2, Emergency Essence x2, 120 gold, Oculoid iris, Amalgam Claw, Lifespark Documets Blitz Satellite A, Level 0 Fire HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Blitz Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Vigor Boost: At the end of the round, the Blitz Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's level by 1. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. Blitz Satellite B, Level 0 Fire HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Blitz Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Vigor Boost: At the end of the round, the Blitz Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's level by 1. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. Technique Satellite, Level 0 Demon HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Technique Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Special Boost: At the end of the round, the Technique Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it allows the Oculoid Amalgam to use one random special. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: 5 gold. Blitz Satellite C, Level 0 Fire HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Blitz Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Vigor Boost: At the end of the round, the Blitz Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's level by 1. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. Blitz Satellite D, Level 0 Fire HP: 1/1 Specials: Devour: The Blitz Satellite gets eaten instantly, transferring its boost. Passive Specials: Vigor Boost: At the end of the round, the Blitz Satellite gets devoured by the Oculoid Amalgam, removing it from battle. When devoured it boosts the Oculoid Amalgam's level by 1. Indigestion: If the Oculoid Amalgam eats a hexed Satellite, it will take an instant 20 damage (disregarding SP) instead of recieving a boost. Drops: Nothing. NOTE: Not every satellite can be reivved as an undead. Every 5 satellites killed by the heroes, a necromancer can revive a Level 20 Undead Satellite. Satellites Killed: 28 (25 expended) Technique Satellites Killed: 4 The Party: Althior Emorith (And Finnegan) *Lucky!* *Hastened!* Level 35 3/4 Necromancer *Earns triple XP* Power: 47 (52 for spells) Power Bonus: +5 Spells Defense: 6 (4+2) Health: 38/45 (5+5+Chicken Drumstick (1)+34) Ether: 28/48 (5+5+34+4) Gold: 150 Equipment: Scepter of Divine Affinity (WP:12, Has ⅙ chance to deal Cursed effect on attacks and ⅙ chance to deal Blessed effect on successful healing, Staff), Spellbound Gloves (+5 power when casting Spells, doubled if target is weak to Element, Handwear), Ethereal Cloak (SP:2, Max Ether +4, Backwear), Medal of Glory (Wearer earns triple experience, Accessory), Robe of the Elven Necromancer (SP: 4, Body Wear) Inventory: Dragoro (WP:8, Wand), Skeleton Decoy, Potion x6, Tonic x10, Grand Potion x3, Grand Tonic x2, Ether Core x2, Bedroll, Remedy x9, Mead, Smelling Salts, Diamond (Light), Topaz (Lightning), Amethyst (Darkness), Ruby (Fire), Sapphire (Wind), Garnet (Earth), Opal (Ice), Aquamarine (Water), Emerald (Wood), Skull Shield (SP: 6, immune to darkness elemental damage), Bone x3, Elixirs x3, Phoenix Incense x2, Dragon Scales, Garnet Lamp of Summoning, Deadly Poison, Grating Stone x2, Tasty Fish Level 20 Undead Satellite A Level 20 Undead Satellite B Level 20 Undead Satellite C Level 20 Undead Satellite D Level 20 Undead Satellite E Johon [AKA Alf Gregory] (Bricksandparts) 25 years old male human Barbarian > Raider *Lucky!* *Hastened!* Level: 25.66 Power: 36 (24+8+4) Health: 37/40 (24+8+1+7+0) Shield Power: (5+1) Ether: ~/0 Positive effects: *Immune to:* (*Fragile*, *Cursed* *Stunned* ), *Natural Respite* Negative effects: (none) Gold: 3076 (1726(1), 0GB(50), 0CB(50), 0GO(80), 0CC(70), 0GC(100), 0M) Equipment: Weapon - Sword of Decay (WP:8) - (once the target is inflicted with damage they lose a quarter of the power of the strike each following turn for three turns. the effect cannot be compounded with more strikes. Suitable to Mages, Knights and Barbarians.) Shield - None Artefact 1 (L1-9) - Heavy Armour - SP:5, protects from fragile-effect, suitable for barbarians and knights Artefact 2 (L10-19) - Bravado Boots - 1/6 chance of being Lucky at the beginning of every battle Artefact 3 (L20-29) - Sticky Gloves - Increases the amount of gold stolen by 50% (rounded up), suitable for rogues and beast warriors.[ Artefact 4 (L30-39) - Artefact 5 (L40-49) - Artefact 6 (L50+) - Extra Artefacts: Helmet (+1 max health), Blessed Amulet – Protects from cursed-effect. Dog Statuette - (suitable for anyone, SP: 1, once named (Rover), speaking the name summons a dog almost certainly to tag along on madcap adventures and make snippy comments.), Hide of The Bleeding - restores 10 HP and 5 ether for every enemy the wearer kills, suitable for anyone, Scarlet Hood - +4 to power, immunity to stunned Extra Weapons: Greatsword (WP:3), Focal Staff (WP:5, Focus Fire-Roll a 3 for 5 ether Suitable for clerics and mages),Gladius (WP: 15, Darkness elemental, 1/3 chance of Fragile on succesful hits), Stalker’s Mallet (WP: 8, usable by Knights, Barbarians, and Harlots. Has a 1/2 chance to seal the enemy) Tools: Shovel (1), Pick-axe (2), Magnifying Glass (1), Magic Compass (1) Consumables: Potion (2), Venom (2), Mead (4), Smelling Salts (9), Nostrum (10), Trial Brew (1), Grand Tonic, Ambrosia, Grand Potion, Deadly Poison Elements: Aquamarine (1), Emerald (1), Topaz (1) Scrolls: Scroll of Sleep (1), Scroll of Blindness (1), Scroll of Sealing (1), Scroll of Confusion (1) Quest items: Blue Rose Karie Alderflask (Played by Kintobor) *Party Leader!* *Encouraged!* *Inspired!* *Lucky!* 22 year old Human Rogue Witch, lvl 17 Power: 24 (lvl 17 + WP: 7) Health: 23/23 21/46 Ether: 9/23 Gold: 77 Defence: 2 Equipment: Oculoid Palm (WP: 11, Whip, successful hits lowers the target's level. Coils around the user's arm and mimics a tattoo outside of battle.) by 1. Ethereal Cloak (SP +2, Max. Ether +4), Catsuit (Wearer has 1/3 chance to completely avoid rolls of COUNTER and DAMAGE and Free Hits; suitable to women only; bodywear) Inventory: Grand Tonic (2), Mead (1), Remedy (1), Venom (7), Smoke bomb (1), Pixie Dust (1), Grand Potion (2) Telescope (1), Bedroll (1) Quest Items: Entry 11, Map of Brendenton (1), Spider Coin (worth 1 gp), Forest Journal Aretefacts/Weapons:Heirloom Dagger (WP: 3), Scroll of Newtity (costs 10 ether)(usable by ex-Amphibians only), Lover's Locket (Accessory, Protects from enamoured effect), Trickster's Mask of the Elf (Accessory, changes user's appearance into an Elf) The Rat Queen's Cape (Backwear, all Vermin type are Enamored with the wearer for the first three rounds of combat, Suitable for Alchemists, Beast Warriors, Chi Monks, and Witches), Sexy (WP: 7, Rapier, Disregards SP, usable by Knights and Rogues), Paper Doll (Accesory, prevents Hexing) Gemstones: Topaz

Actually, I might be able to sweep them off their feet right here. "No combination of attacks can bring me down now. Grimwald, heal Em, I have some Imperials to take out." I fire at the lietunant and Sword A, back.

Wonderful entries, everybody! Etheric Windmill, Xu Peninsular by Cara Temple of Ennoc by Fianat

QM Note: A hastened enemy gets a free hit, even if targetted multiple times.