Dannylonglegs

I haven't weighed in on the discussion yet, and I am most certainly a scroll user. Wait, they used to count as targeting... CMP!!! Stand right here... ~Insectoid Aristocrat

Sylph only laughed darkly. "Burn." "Oh, yeah.. I think it is." Sylph stated, pleased.

"Burn." Commanded Sylph to Eidolon. Alex: The Least Damaged Rubble (M), BR Sylph: Frail Wing R, BR Johon: The Least Damaged Rubble (N), BR Elgar: The Least Damaged Rubble (O), BR Sylph: Frail Wing R, BR (or Frail Wing L, BR) Galen: The Least Damaged Rubble, BR Rome: Wing L, BR Galen: Wing R, BR Hal: Eidolon, BR Punii: Mix Jellies

....Aaaand Marty's ugly. ~Insectoid Aristocrat

OoC: Yes, at the end of the second round, if he's still around, a new combatant will join. "Yeah," Taunted the injured Marty, "You're a terrible Party Leader. You can't even hit Crawfee when he's sitting a foot above you." He chuckled, coughing. "You're hot, babe, but I'm surprised you got this far, the way you're leading the party." He grinned narcissisticly. "I wonder who you flashed to get my name."

My party almost got one of those. ~Insectoid Aristocrat

"I have the strangest feeling that we're going to win this." Stated Sylph, pleased. "Now the Wings. I'l frail them when I make sure none of us are going to die first." Alex: Heal Rome, BR Johon: The Least Damaged Rubble (J), BR Elgar: The Least Damaged Rubble (K), BR Sylph: Heal Galen, BR (or Sylph, BR) Sylph: Heal Sylph, BR (or Galen, BR) (or frail Wing R if Roots) Galen: The Least Damaged Rubble (L), BR Rome: The Least Damaged Rubble, BR Galen: Wing R, BR Hal: Eidolon, BR Punii: Mix Jellies

I understand now... now. ~Insectoid Aristocrat

I concur! Damn that was way too easy. It's a good thing I didn't make all the enemies before-hand. Poor Spencer. The man was Left handed. ~Insectoid Aristocrat

Round 1 of Facing "the Face." >Amorith v. Marty 1 Shield (Back) Magic Burst Amethyst chosen (WP 8+12=20 damage to all enemies *2 for humanoids. 40-2 (38) to Marty, 40 to Spike (Dead), 20 to Crawfee, 40-2 (38) to Businessorc (Dead), 40 to Spencer) >Drake v. Spike D. Chain Crawfee (Front) 6 Special Damage (5 gold stolen) >Nessa v. Crawfee (Back)1 Shield: Tripleshot (WP 6+8=14-2=12 to Marty, 14 to Crawfee, 14 to Spencer) >Karie v. Businessorc Crawfee (Front) 5 Damage (5 Damage) >Dreyrugr v. Spencer (Back) 3 Hit (17 Damage (Dead)) 38+12=50 to Marty 20+14=34 to crawfee Infuriated by Marty's dishonesty, Amorith fumbled in his bag for the right gem. By random luck, he pulled out the one he intended to use. He cries some arcane words and the battle-field is overwhelmed by the dark power of his magic. The orc and the chain wielder didn't even get a chance to cry out any last words as the blast killed them instantly. Marty grimaced as the power crushed his chest, and Spencer, the Weapons Fencer cried "No... Faair! Black.. Card!!!" Even Crawfee on the roof is struck by the swirling Maelstrom of magic, yelling "Nasty, nasty mage!" With his Target vaporized, Drake turned to fight the birdman, only to find his pockets five gold lighter. The were-raven on his perch chuckled "Mo' money, mo' problems, huh?" As Crawfee boasted to Drake though, he didn't see Nessa aim and fire her bow... three times! Once in the were-raven, once in Marty's side, and once in Spencer's Achilles: "How are you supposed to determine right-of-way for that? you didn't even put your foot down!" Moaned the Fencer. Karie, looking to show-up Nessa, assaulted Crawfee with her blade... and caught his talons on her shoulders... pushing her to the ground. Dreyrugr, alone with Spencer, took out his shuriken. "Look, can't we do this in a nice and orderly fashion?" appealed the wounded duelist. "We both get blades and stand low to the ground, I lunge, you parry, vice versa? It'd make settling this a whole lot easier." The shuriken stuck in his jugular. "Point." stated Dreyrugr. Round 1 of Facing "the Face." Marty “The Face” "You're pretty good at using a bow, Toots." Type: Humanoid Level: 15 HP: 70 SP: 2 Specials: (determined by dice roll) Roguish Grin: Marty flashes the target a roguish grin, showing off his perfect teeth and winking. The target is enamored for the next three rounds (can be remedied). Mercutio’s Blessing: All enemies regain 10 hp. Quickshot: The Target and the Hero above and below him/her in the battle order each take 5 damage, regardless of row. Drops: 60 gold, Silver Crossbow (WP 7, usable by Rangers) Crawfee “And my advise to those who die... Declare the pennies on your eyes!” Type: Flying, Beast Level: 5 HP: 36 Special: Snatch: The were-raven swoops down and take 5 gold from the hero. If the hero has no gold, nothing happens. Drops: 10 gold, potion Note: Every 2 rounds that Crawfee is around, another combatant will join the battle. The Party Karie Alderflask (Played by Kintober) *Party Leader* 22 year old Human Rogue, lvl 4 Power: 8 Health: 5/10 Gold: 0 Equipment: Dagger (WP:4) *poisoned* Inventory: Potion (4), Mead (2), Remedy (2), Venom, (1) Smoke bomb (2), Lightning bomb (1), Telescope (1), Bedroll (1), Heirloom Dagger (WP:3), Map of Brendenton (1), Spider Coin (worth 1 gp) (1) Nessa Anárion (herrJJ) 59 years old female elven Ranger Level 8 Power: 14 (Lvl. 8 + WP: 6) Defense: 1 Health: 13 Gold: 0 Equipment: Croise Bow (WP: 6), Leather Armour (SP: 1) Inventory: Potion, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Magic Compass, Venom, Drake Flamerobe 25 year old male human Level 5 Knight Power: 10 Defense: 2 Health: 15/15 Ether: 0/0 Gold: 255 Equipment: Greatsword (WP:5), Shield (SP:2) Helmet Inventory: Torch(WP:3), Potion, Phoenix Essence, Tonic, Shovel, Bedroll Dreyrugr (Vash the Stampede) 1000 year old Male Vampire Rogue Level 12 Power: 17 (Level 12+Weapon 5) Health: 18/18 (Rogue Base 7+ Level Bonus 11) Gold: 0 Equipment: Fauxthril Scythe (WP:5), Psuedos Hood Inventory: Potion, Venom x2, Bedroll, Smoke Bomb, Remedy, Grand Potionx2, Smelling Salts x3, Amethyst, Shuriken (WP:5), Mead Amorith Marvelo (Played by legobodgers) Level 12 Mage Power: 21 (12+8+1) Health: 16/16 Ether: 16/16 Gold: 0 Equipment: Dual staff (WP: 8) damages 2 enemies in one hit Inventory: Fang Dagger (WP: 5), opal (ice), ruby (fire), garnet (earth), diamond (light), amethyst (darkness), 7 potions, 9 tonics, 3 remedies, 1 elixir, 3 nostrums, 3 mead, holy bomb, ice bomb, smoke bomb, shovel, bedroll, 3 bones, jo-no tree seed Keep in mind, this is my first battle, so there will be mistakes. Party Leader, please choose turn order. Everyone else signify which row you wish to attack from, and which enemy you wish to attack.

You know, that's not a bad estimation. Just up the pitch a few octaves... Cause he's a bird. Indeed. It's probably the best item this battle. You'll get it back... Probably. Now wouldn't that be a crime against humanity. I can't wait to see how this all plays out. All-in-all, was the Marty being a conspirator twist too obvious? I didn't want it to be completely unexpected, but I was hoping that you wouldn't know it was happening. I'll update the battle in a minute. ~Insectoid Aristocrat

"I knows the song, Painted Lady," He crooned, over-dramatically "but I were Improoooovising! And you must admit, the macabre effect was executed quite nicely, no? Matched the moment, yeah?" he teased, sitting-pretty from his perch a foot above their heads.

Round 1 of Facing "the Face" has begun. ~Insectoid Aristocrat

Edit: I made Marty's Special less murderous

Alex: Heal Self, BR Sylph: Heal Alex, BR (or Johon, BR) Sylph: Heal Johon, BR (or Elgar, BR) Galen: Gauntlet L, BR Johon: The Least Damaged Rubble (G), BR Galen: The Least Damaged Rubble (H), BR Elgar: The Least Damaged Rubble (I), BR Rome: Wing L, BR Hal: Eidolon, BR Punii: Mix Jellies OoC: Fine, I'll have him attack back-row again.

You shall tremble in the face of my puns! You'd better believe there are more to come! ~Insectoid Aristocrat

"Oh, really?" Asked Marty, genuinely surprised. "Perfect! You see, I needed to see how much you knew, and it looks like you really don't know anything! No offense of course." He began affably. "What?" "Huh?" "You see," he began explaining. "I also wanted to know how much the Town knows. The plan won't work if no one knows... But you've already gathered so much from the City! This is wonderful." He was very pleased, and his pearly smile warmed the hearts of the party despite their confusion and sudden fear. "It's such a shame that I have to kill you all now. Killing always puts a damper on my mood." he pouted facetiously. "But! I can't let the word get out that I'm involved in this little conspiracy." He smiled cheerfully again, his voice taking on new notes of narcissism and self-confidence. "What are you talking about? Are you mad?! We're traders from Dastan! I have no idea what you're talking about!" Cried Karie, only half-feigning distress. "Oh don't play dumb with me!" Spat Marty contemptuously. "A little birdy told me exactly what you are." He chuckled The party members looked around, almost guessing what came next. "Caw!" came the choked laugh of their... old friend, sitting on a roof above them. "Money, money, money makes the whole grand world go round!" He sang in his high-pitched yet gravely voice. "But you can't carry no money when you're 6-feet in the ground." He peered down at the party. "It's good to see me old friends again... but when I last saw you folks, you weren't real nice to me. You threatened to turn me over to the mean old Guard, didn't you?" He chuckled. "Caw, caw, caw... But Marty knows his friends too, and he looks after his own." "So, Hinckwell sellswords, I'm sorry to kill you and leave you in the dark, but you already know too much. Not much... But too much none-the-less..." He dropped his cape and shrugged off some superfluous clothes. He reached behind his back and pulled out a silver crossbow. "Hey, guys," Crawfee cackled to unseen people. "It's time to come out and play! Spencer! Spike!" Prepare for Battle!!! Round 1 of Facing "the Face." Marty “The Face” "Let's get this over-with. I've got a sale to catch." Type: Humanoid Level: 15 HP: 120 SP: 2 Specials: (determined by dice roll) Roguish Grin: Marty flashes the target a roguish grin, showing off his perfect teeth and winking. The target is enamored for the next three rounds (can be remedied). Mercutio’s Blessing: All enemies regain 10 hp. Quickshot: The Target and the Hero above and below him/her in the battle order each take 5 damage, regardless of row. Drops: 60 gold, Silver Crossbow (WP 7, usable by Rangers) Businessorc “I sell whoopass and whoopass accessories.” Type: Humanoid Level: 4 HP: 15 SP: 2 Special: Break Pawn: The orc bashes the target on the head with his cane, dealing 2 damage and confusing Target Drops: remedy Spencer the Weapons Fencer "If you guys live through this, and you need a guy to sell hot weapons to, I'm your guy." Type: humanoid Level: 12 HP: 70 Special: Unbuckle your Swash: The Target’s equipped weapon is unusable for the next two rounds Drops: Spencer’s Rapier (WP: 6, Disregards SP, usable by Knights and Rogues) Note: Ignores SP Spike D. Chane “My fury is unchained!” Type: Humanoid Level: 6 Hp: 20 Special: Chain of Fools: Spike wraps his chain around the hero’s leg, Target is Bound Drops: 5 gold, potion Crawfee “Caw!” Type: Flying, Beast Level: 5 HP: 70 Special: Snatch: The were-raven swoops down and take 5 gold from the hero. If the hero has no gold, nothing happens. Drops: 10 gold, potion Note: Every 2 rounds that Crawfee is around, another combatant will join the battle. The Party Karie Alderflask (Played by Kintober) *Party Leader* 22 year old Human Rogue, lvl 4 Power: 8 Health: 10/10 Gold: 0 Equipment: Dagger (WP:4) *poisoned* Inventory: Potion (4), Mead (2), Remedy (2), Venom, (1) Smoke bomb (2), Lightning bomb (1), Telescope (1), Bedroll (1), Heirloom Dagger (WP:3), Map of Brendenton (1), Spider Coin (worth 1 gp) (1) Nessa Anárion (herrJJ) 59 years old female elven Ranger Level 8 Power: 14 (Lvl. 8 + WP: 6) Defense: 1 Health: 13 Gold: 0 Equipment: Croise Bow (WP: 6), Leather Armour (SP: 1) Inventory: Potion, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Magic Compass, Venom, Drake Flamerobe 25 year old male human Level 5 Knight Power: 10 Defense: 2 Health: 15/15 Ether: 0/0 Gold: 260 Equipment: Greatsword (WP:5), Shield (SP:2) Helmet Inventory: Torch(WP:3), Potion, Phoenix Essence, Tonic, Shovel, Bedroll Dreyrugr (Vash the Stampede) 1000 year old Male Vampire Rogue Level 12 Power: 17 (Level 12+Weapon 5) Health: 18/18 (Rogue Base 7+ Level Bonus 11) Gold: 0 Equipment: Fauxthril Scythe (WP:5), Psuedos Hood Inventory: Potion, Venom x2, Bedroll, Smoke Bomb, Remedy, Grand Potionx2, Smelling Salts x3, Amethyst, Shuriken (WP:5), Mead Amorith Marvelo (Played by legobodgers) Level 12 Mage Power: 21 (12+8+1) Health: 16/16 Ether: 16/16 Gold: 0 Equipment: Dual staff (WP: 8) damages 2 enemies in one hit Inventory: Fang Dagger (WP: 5), opal (ice), ruby (fire), garnet (earth), diamond (light), amethyst (darkness), 7 potions, 9 tonics, 3 remedies, 1 elixir, 3 nostrums, 3 mead, holy bomb, ice bomb, smoke bomb, shovel, bedroll, 3 bones, jo-no tree seed Keep in mind, this is my first battle, so there will be mistakes. Party Leader, please choose turn order. Everyone else signify which row you wish to attack from, and which enemy you wish to attack.

"Oh yes sure!" Shouted Sylph, "But we need to control some collateral damage too! If we all die we won't have anyone to attack Eidolon or the rubble!"

Update will come after I eat dinner 62ers! ~Insectoid Aristocrat

"And did you want to know my source then? Do you know of the Po brothers?" He asked, eyeing the party to determine whether or not they'd heard the name before.

Alex: Heal Self, BR Sylph: Heal Alex, BR (or Johon, BR) Sylph: Heal Johon, BR (or Elgar, BR) Johon: The Least Damaged Rubble (G), BR Galen: The Least Damaged Rubble (H), BR Elgar: The Least Damaged Rubble (I), BR Galen: Gauntlet L, FR Rome: Wing L, BR Hal: Eidolon, BR Punii: Mix Jellies

"Ok, good. I figured that would be everywhere at this point. Did you know that the Hinckwell Company is the company behind it?"

I'll just assume he pays it and get on with it then. Karie Alderflask (Played by Kintober) *Party Leader* 22 year old Human Rogue, lvl 4 Power: 8 Health: 10/10 Gold: 0 Equipment: Dagger (WP:4) *poisoned* Inventory: Potion (4), Mead (2), Remedy (2), Venom, (1) Smoke bomb (2), Lightning bomb (1), Telescope (1), Bedroll (1), Heirloom Dagger (WP:3), Map of Brendenton (1), Spider Coin (worth 1 gp) (1) Nessa Anárion (herrJJ) 59 years old female elven Ranger Level 8 Power: 14 (Lvl. 8 + WP: 6) Defense: 1 Health: 13 Gold: 0 Equipment: Croise Bow (WP: 6), Leather Armour (SP: 1) Inventory: Potion, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Magic Compass, Venom, Drake Flamerobe 25 year old male human Level 5 Knight Power: 10 Defense: 2 Health: 15/15 Ether: 0/0 Gold: 260 Equipment: Greatsword (WP:5), Shield (SP:2) Helmet Inventory: Torch(WP:3), Potion, Phoenix Essence, Tonic, Shovel, Bedroll Dreyrugr (Vash the Stampede) 1000 year old Male Vampire Rogue Level 12 Power: 17 (Level 12+Weapon 5) Health: 18/18 (Rogue Base 7+ Level Bonus 11) Gold: 0 Equipment: Fauxthril Scythe (WP:5), Psuedos Hood Inventory: Potion, Venom x2, Bedroll, Smoke Bomb, Remedy, Grand Potionx2, Smelling Salts x3, Amethyst, Shuriken (WP:5), Mead Amorith Marvelo (Played by legobodgers) Level 12 Mage Power: 21 (12+8+1) Health: 16/16 Ether: 16/16 Gold: 0 Equipment: Dual staff (WP: 8) damages 2 enemies in one hit Inventory: Fang Dagger (WP: 5), opal (ice), ruby (fire), garnet (earth), diamond (light), amethyst (darkness), 7 potions, 9 tonics, 3 remedies, 1 elixir, 3 nostrums, 3 mead, holy bomb, ice bomb, smoke bomb, shovel, bedroll, 3 bones, jo-no tree seed With the steep price of 50 gold collected from the 5 party members, Marty took the alms bag from Nessa and thanked her politely. "Wonderful," Stated Marty. "So, what do you know about it already?" he asked. "I'd be interested in hearing how much of this information is already on the streets. Stop me when I tell you something you didn't already know." OoC: Say "keep going" or "stop" to get more info or tell him that what he's told you is new information as applicable. He began. "Tomorrow the lord is passing a new law that will allow only a certain company to purchase cloth from the vendors and artisans of Brendenton."