Endgame

I use a Phoenix Essence on Grimwald, then Connor, back. "Put me at the top of the battle order! I'll tank a few free hits."

QM Note: Tactical formation, BricksAndParts >Karie heals herself (back): Heal Greather Heal (11x2=22+17=39 HP healed) >Johon VS Blitz Satellite A (back): Special Damage Special Damage (Devour, Blitz Satellite eaten instantly: +1 Level to Amalgam.) >Johon VS Blitz Satellite C (back): Damage Hit (Blitz Satellite C destroyed) >Althior (Light) VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Meditate Critical Hit (12x3=36+35=71x2=142-2=140 damage, Cursed!) >Althior (Light) VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Damage Critical Hit (12x3=36+35=71x2=142-2=140 damage!) >Undead Satellite A VS Reinforcement Satellite (back): 20 damage >Undead Satellite B VS Blitz Satellite B (back): 20 damage >Undead Satellite C VS Blitz Satellite D (back): 20 damage >Oculoid Amalgam VS Karie (back): 54/2=27-2=25 damage, no infection The Oculoid Amalgam Devours: >Nothing! The Oculoid Amalgam summons: >Blitz Satellite, Reinforcement Satellite, Blitz Satellite, Blitz Satellite, Technique Satellite The battle rages on! Karie heals herself, burnt and bruised from the Amalgam's vicious assault. The Amalgam quickly devours one of Johon's targets, but the raider manages to destroy another while the demon is enjoying his snack. Althior skillfully bombards the Amalgam with a flurry of light-elemental attacks, the demon now gushing inky blood. Althior's undead army takes care of the rest, while the Amalgam spawns another ring of Satellites to aid him. The demon hits Karie once more, the brutal attack sending her reeling backwards once again. "I can not and will not fail my master!" "Nnnrgh..." Oculoid Amalgam, Level 54 Ancient *Cursed!* HP: 1518/2497 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. Reinforcement Satellite, 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 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. 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: 23 (15 expended) Technique Satellites Killed: 3 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: 33/48 (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 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

Hey, a Progg Quest is up next to plate. And they're gonna be peaceful this time around!

I fire once again at the Lietunant and at Sword C, back. "The ghosts that haunted this place were tougher then these goons." I remark, making sure the lietunant could hear me.

>Karie VS Reinforcement Satellite B (back): Special Damage Miss >Johon VS Haste Satellite (back): Special Damage Damage (0 damage) >Althior (Light) VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Meditate Critical Hit (12x3=36+35=71x2=142-2=140 damage) >Johon VS Reinforcement Satellite B (back): Hit Shield: Ravage (Reinforcement A, B, and Blitz Satellite destroyed.) >Althior (Light) VS Oucloid Amalgam (back): Special Damage Hit (12+35=47x2=94-2=92 damage) >Undead Satellite A VS Reinforcement Satellite C (back): 20 damage >Undead Satellite A VS Reinforcement Satellite C (back): 18 damage >Undead Satellite A VS Reinforcement Satellite C (back): 18 damage >Oculoid Amalgam VS Karie (back): 53/2=27-2=25 damage, no infection The Oculoid Amalgam Devours: >Haste Satellite: Hastened for 1 round! The Oculoid Amalgam summons: >Reinforcement Satellite, Blitz Satellite x4 The battle against the collective demon rages on! The party struggles this time, having difficulty remvoing some of the satellites. The Oculoid Amalgam bomabrds Althior with a flurry of jabs, the but spellslinger defly avoids, his power now augmented by his minions. He blasts the Amalgam with light twice, ink shooting off from him with every blow. Althior's minions destory some satellites, but are unable to destroy the Haste Satellite. Before gobbling up his tentacles snake around Karie in a blur, entangling her in an instant. The witch is burned pretty badly by the dark magic coursing through the demon's veins, the witch getting tossed backwards after the Oculoid's savage assault. "Stop struggling and die!" Oculoid Amalgam, Level 53 Ancient *Hastened! 1 round remaining* HP: 1798/2500 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, 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 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. 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: 19 (15 expended) Technique Satellites Killed: 3 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: 38/48 (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 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 14/46 Ether: 10/23 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

Well, I'm dead but I'll be back shortly.

So essentially Violetta 2?

"We have company!" I whip out my bow, crining as the mummy rot once again takes hold. I aim, struggling to keep my arrow steady.... "Damn infection..." I mutter. "Elgar, you're a druid. Any idea where you could find a sunshine shimmer?" I attack the Lietunant and Sword B, back.

Of course if a questie/enough people objects to an element, I'm always willing to reevaluate something. I try to stay a flexible QM. You folks were correct: I was 100% wrong on the Tree Topple thing. However, my philosophy on this boss battle as a whole: I actually looked towards survival horror genre for this one. In most survival horror games, you are only given a limited number of ammunition to use throughout. You have to make every shot, every encounter count, or you're going to be in for a rough time. Here, the Amalgam has put some limits on the heroes. This battle was designed so the party had to make effective use of what they've got. Every round and action mattered - One poorly strategized round and the Amalgam could turn the tables. Even before battle order and who attacks who can be decided, the priority of which satellites can be allowed to live and which need to die have to be determined before the party can really do anything. Of course, even then, the battle is salvageable if they mess up - the party has quite a few Pheonix Essences, and a weapon that can nerf the Amalgam - but they must tread carefully. There really isn't a single round in the boss that can be uneventful. Something similar in concept and strategy could've been pulled off with no limitations, but it'd require even more fine print, even more passives, even more complications to get across what I wanted to. I streamlined the battle so it'd be easier/more enjoyable in general, but if anyobdy in 79 feels like their class is getting stepped on, don't be afraid to tell me. I am willing to make adjustments, and there is a portion of the battle where you will get to use your full arsenal freely. Sorry if that is a bit wall of text-y/rant-ish, but I'm just trying to share my intentions for this battle. Your QM is a human (or at least, a computer resembling one, as Danny would have you believe), so don't be afraid to talk to me.

"Hmph. I could've mentioned your sister, your mother, your father... But I chose to go easy on you. I figured mentioning these people would just dredge up your dreadful past, wouldn't it, you attention-seeking street urchin? Isn't it amazing? Even if - By some anomaly - You do win here... The pain I've caused will never really leave any of you, will it? The dead carry no scars... The living must carry them forevermore! Even if you beat me, I will still have completed my job and duty to the letter." >Althior uses a Grand Potion on Johon (back) >Johon VS Blitz Satellite A (back): Damage Critical Hit (8x3=24+25=49/2=25 damage) >Karie VS Blitz Satellite C (back): Miss Shield: Mass Illusion (A hexed, B not hexed, C hexed) >Althior VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Shield Shield: Raise The Dead (3 Undead Satellites join Althior!) >Johon VS Haste Satellite (back): Special Damage Steal (No gold earned) The Oculoid Amalgam Devours: >Blitz Satellites A and C: 40 damage! >Blitz Satellite B: +1 Level >Haste Satellite: Hastened for 1 round! The Oculoid Amalgam summons: >Reinforcement Satellite, Reinforcement Satellite, Blitz Satellite, Haste Satellite, Reinforcement Satellite The party sets to work striking down the opposition, but a few satellites manage to slip through their grasp. The Amalgam devours them posthaste, powering himself up - but recieving a gut full of fire for his trouble. Althior raises a small army of undead Satellites, the Necromancer now quite the destructive force. "Thsi is starting to get entertaining!" Oculoid Amalgam, Level 53 Ancient *Hastened! 1 round remaining* HP: 2030/2500 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. 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. 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. 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. Reinforcement Satellite C, 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. 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: 15 (15 expended) Technique Satellites Killed: 3 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: 43/48 (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 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 39/46 Ether: 10/23 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

The ground seems solid enough, if not a bit sandy form being sucked dry by the Oculoid Chief.

I actually did that to beenfit Althior. This way he gets a minion he could actually use to fight off the Satellites rather then just get a multiplier. (A multiplier he would contantly have to put himself at risk with the Amalgam to use to its full extent, putting his army at risk anyway.)

It's a secret to everybody.

46. It was my second quest, and my first time hosting Advanced Classes. Needless to say it did not end well. I'm hoping you're enjoying 79 more than 46.

QM Note: I chucked Johon off a building once and trapped him and his party in a battle with a raving emperor while suspended in freefall, only a few turns away form falling to his doom. This boss is nothing compared to that.

QM Note: You'll see. The Amalgam cackles once more, a chilling laugh that riccocheted off the dead trees dotting the barren wasteland. it seemed to fill the entire arena in an instant, omnipresent. The afternoon sun casts an ominous silhouette over the party, both their aversary and his shadow towering over them menacingly. "What? And waste precious troops masquerading as your kind when we could be using our true forms? Oh, no, I was referring to my ability to hex, urchin. And we all know how much you hate that. I don't have to "assume" anything, little girl. I've read your mind like an open book, several times over. Isn't it amazing? How a being you hate knows you better than your own lover?!"

QM Note: This only applies when the Oculoid Amalgam is present, however. There will be portions of the battle where he is absent.

QM Note: You can only reap gold from enemy's that carry it. (That, and they were level 0) Luckily, the Oculoid Amalgam will constantly increase in Level, so you should be able to make a good amount of profit this boss fight.

QM Note: Hey, I'm the man who has to run that labyrinth of a battle order. >Johon VS Blast Satellite B (back): Steal Shield: Ravage (Blast Satellites A, B, and C destroyed) >Karie VS Blast Satellite E (back): Special Damage Special damage (Detonate: All heroes take 7 damage, disregarding row and SP... Mirrored back at the enemies, all enemies taking 7 damage disregarding row and SP. All satellites destroyed.) >Althior (Light) VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Damage Hit (12+35=47x2=94-2=92 damage) >Johon VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Special Damage Shield: Ravage (8+25=33/2=17-2=15 damage, 52 gold earned) >Althior (Light) VS Oculoid Amalgam (back): Meditate Critical Hit (12x0=0+35=35x2=70-2=68 damage) The Oculoid Amalgam Devours: >Nothing! The Oculoid Amalgam summons: >Haste Satellite, Blitz Satellite, Blitz Satellite, Blitz Satellite, Blitz Satellite The Amalgam's leagues of Satellites close in, hissing, ready to explode...Johon destroys three with a ravage. Karie rushes towards the others, ready to swat them down with her whip, but only manages to detonate it. However, now used to her witch powers, she reflects an explosion of equal might back at the enemy party, annihlating the rest of the Blast Satellites. The Amalgam looks on, amused. "Perhaps recruiting a street knave into our fold wouldn't be such a horrid idea... I was unaware they could do that. I'm assuming you wouldn't join me willingly, would you? HAH HAH HAH..." he laughs a horrid laugh, his eyes glowing with a bewitching glint. The party jerks their heads as they catch a glimpse, not wanting to lose themselves in that fleeting moment of weakness. Althior and Johon bombard the demon in retrbituion, the Amalgam summoning another wave of satellites. "Hm." Oculoid Amalgam, Level 52 Ancient HP: 2070/2500 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 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. 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. 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: 15 Technique Satellites Killed: 3 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: 43/48 (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 x4, 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 Johon [AKA Alf Gregory] (Bricksandparts) 25 years old male human Barbarian > Raider *Lucky!* *Hastened!* Level: 25.66 Power: 36 (24+8+4) Health: 12/40 (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 39/46 Ether: 10/23 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

Hey, at least you are almost guaranteed to not get blown up at all with that plan.

Maybe I'm just really passive about that, then. I think having the 1st/2nd highest WP weapon in the game contributes to that. I've always seen assassins as pest control, anyway. Also, sweet merciful batman Kintobor, that is the most conditional actions I've ever seen for a three person group.

QM Note: Skeleton decoys only absorb free hits. (The detonation I wouldn't classify as a free hit, because it doesn't utilize the enemy's level and it can still happen, even if targeted.) You could stall the Amalgam for a single round by putting one up, but that is pretty much the extent of it.

I was honestly under the impression that changing the special would get more backlash than changing the mirror! I suppose people prefer having an enemy altered instead of having themselves altered, which makes sense logically. Something I'll definitely keep in mind.