>>31302175
>>I've not been abroad yet, what are you referring to, exactly?

>>31302175
>I've not been abroad yet, what are you referring to, exactly?

>>31302175
>I've not been abroad yet, what are you referring to, exactly?

>>31302175
>>I've not been abroad yet, what are you referring to, exactly?
We should also offer to help train her a little bit in the time we have before we leave.

>>31302175
>I've not been abroad yet, what are you referring to, exactly?

>>31302175
>The actual memory of your death lingers and presses against you, a gentle whisper of 'you could have died'. You shiver a little. You really hope it doesn't happen again
I'm confused, was that from a dream we had off screen because the last post from last thread mentioned nothing that could have lead to that, it seem weird and random and feels like its missing context that would help me understand what it means, since we did we die?

>>31302314
I figured we'd be training her while we're abroad.

>>31302376
>since we did we die?
since WHEN*

>>31302398
That too, but she is obviously out here to train, what with her fencing garb and all. We should offer to be her sparring partner.

>>31302376
You 'died' when Raeve saved you from the crossbow bolt - but you have the memory of that death anyway, from the fate that was changed. In short, when you spend an extra life from Raeve favor, you remember how you died and the sensation of it. Overuse leads to mental trauma.

>>31302248
>>31302263
>>31302299

"Well... No. What are you referring to?"

"How to handle international discussions." she writes. "Things like etiquette, manners, and the like which are universal." she smiles. "You are no dumb muscle, but you are not the best at this. You train me, I train you?"

>No thanks.
>Sure - what would you like to learn?
>I did tell you I'm straight, right?
>Have you met our escort yet?
>Writein

>>31302376
We could have died, had Raev not decided our death was bullshit and shunted the timeline to give us a better chance. We only get one more of those, though.

>>31302474
>>Sure - what would you like to learn?

>Sure - what would you like to learn?

May as well be nice to her if we're stuck with her.

>>31302474
>Sure - what would you like to learn?
let's be nice to her at least while michael is watching

>>31302474
>Sure - what would you like to learn?

>>31302474
>Sure - what would you like to learn?

>>31302474
>Spoiler
Ah, thanks for the clarification, we'll endevour to not require such fate changing, I rather value our somewhat stable mental condition

>Sure - what would you like to learn?

>>31302479
would have been random as fuck and stupid if some random mook killed us with a crossbow during that scene, whereabouts does it say in the char sheet how many more of those we've got?

>>31302532
That scene was a freebie to show how they work and we currently have only one. This was all explained last thread.

>>31302511
I'm pretty sure we legitimately see her as a friend.

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>>31302532
>whereabouts does it say in the char sheet how many more of those we've got?
You've only the one, when/if you get more, I'll put in a segment in the character sheet.

>>31302496
>>31302500
>>31302511
>>31302512
>>31302521
"What would you like to learn?"

"I need to work on my form. My mother taught me, but... we had a falling-out regarding certain things. I need to relearn footwork, have you time?"

"Sure."

"As for you, I'll just go over the basics over the trip." she says, and you launch into training her. Working from the base she already has, you make strong progress over a few hours. You wouldn't say she's talented, per se, but she does have strong willpower - and her tolerance for pain is so great you ponder if there's some medical condition involved.

By the time you finish, you're both panting and sitting on the bench - and Micheal has left.

Ja'al enters the scene, and you visibly see Monica stiffen. Not from hate or anger or fear - she's nervous and worried.

"I thought I would update you both before you left and give you something to help. Your hand?"

You Eye him, and he checks out. He pricks you and Monica and himself with a needle, mixing the blood in a vial. Then he drops three iron rings into it.

"This is new, actually. There are tiny, tiny bits of soul within your blood, you see." he explains. "This is a way we can stay in contact - with these rings, we should be able to send thoughts to one another. Think of it like... stretching out a line from your soul to the others in the ring network." he says, tapping the vial. The blood vanishes, leaving three deep red rings, which he shakes into his hand. He hands them to the both of you, then slides it on himself.

+testing+

+AAAA+

That was definitely Monica screaming after Ja'al 'spoke'.

>Writein

>>31302699
"Inside mind-voice please Monica."

put a hand on her shoulder to reassure and calm her down

>"Oh, now that's cool."
>Think to him +What's the range on this thing?+

>>31302699
Ja'al, I think you dun fucked up a bit here.

>>31302699
+That's handy+

>>31302699
>+Ok, this will take some getting used to but it should simplify things. What are the chances of emotional bleed over or shared dreaming?+

>>31302699
+oh, nice+

>>31302699
>+Yeah, a little more warning before the demonstration would have been nice+
Then try to reassure Monica or get her to stop screaming in our head.

"Calm down, Monica." you manage, patting her shoulder. She calms herself.

+Amazing...+ Monica says, after she calms.

"ANy chances of... bleedover?" you ask.

"Oh, they're not fully tested." Ja'al says brightly. "But if anything like that happens, it won't be permanent, I know that for a fact. The body and soul mismatch will eventually force reversion. Kinda like how demons cannot inhabit a body permanently."

Monica nods quietly.

+Thank you for your help in that matter. I was unkind when it occurred.+ she manages, flushing.

"Pay it no mind, Monica." Ja'al says. "To be honest, I didn't like that you might have been executed - it felt... cheap." he grins. "I much prefer how things went to how the King wanted to deal with it."

She nods, looking at her feet. "Anyway. The maximum range should be very far, but the farther out you go, the longer it takes to deliver. I don't know the times, exactly. Not an easy thing to test without an excuse like this to send you trotting about."

Monica nods. "Any other questions?"

>Writein

>Does the enchantment wear out? Will we have to have them remade?

>>31303258
what is it exactly we're going to be doing on our 'diplomatic mission' and what will we need to bring/prepare for

>>31303258
>To be honest, I didn't like that you might have been executed
...What?

>>31303258
Can you roll the -Teleports when in danger-, -sharp pointy bit for triggering enchantment 1- and -Mindspeak- rings into one solid ring for Michael? It'd be the single best ring ever.

>>31303310
Need to work on your spacing. Also clarify who is saying what.

>>31303310
she was possessed by a seducer demon and was actively subverting our work, the King was put there by Law, so his likely first reaction would have been to execute Monica

>>31303358
I don't think that subject was ever even vaguely raised.

Especially since the King seems to want Michael to get with Monica.

Fuck I'm late
>>31303258
Should we be worrying about proper maintenance for our steel limbs?

>>31303331
New-paragraph rule, folks. Basic english.

>>31303408
You're starting each line with Monica doing an action, and then Ja'al saying something.

That's not good.

>>31303408
So was Ja'al talking about how he's glad Monica wasn't executed?

When was that ever a thing?

>>31303427
In english, dialogue only starts a new paragraph if one occurs within the dialogue (in which case no quote mark is included at the end of the paragraph), or if a new person is speaking. Thus, if no new paragraph begins, you can assume it's the same person.

>>31303458
But there are three paragraphs that all seem to be Ja'al.

>>31303258
>"Any other questions?"
I'm good. Let's see if we can get Monica ontot he practice ground to see how strong a foundation we're working with. What's her weapon of choice again? Short sword right?"

>>31303452
>So was Ja'al talking about how he's glad Monica wasn't executed?
yes, that was pretty clear

>When was that ever a thing?
when she was possessed, many threads ago, Ja'al's talk of
>Kinda like how demons cannot inhabit a body permanently.
brought monica to talk about how Ja'al helped her deal with the seducer that possessed her and the possessions lingering effects, as evident in
>+Thank you for your help in that matter. I was unkind when it occurred.+ she manages, flushing.

>>31303484
Yes. He's the only one talking, either it's clarified or it's not a new paragraph. This isn't hard.

>>31303310
She was haunted. She got better.

>>31303497
Another wonderful reminder of how few people actually read.

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"Wait, when did that happen?"

"Oh! You probably weren't told." Ja'al says. "When it came to light that Monica was compromised, the king wanted her executed as soon as possible. He was... curiously eager when he heard it was a Seducer, especially one linked to the crown." he shrugs. "However, I made it clear she could be cleansed and the demon expunged. When Micheal backed me, the idea was discarded."

"Oh." you say. "Can you make one of those rings for Micheal?"

"Not at the moment. No communications with him directly, remember? But I'll work on something." he smiles. "If you need anything, don't hesitate to ask." he says, bowing and leaving.

"Before you go, is there anything we need to do to maintain the limbs you gave us?"

"Not a thing, really! Magically made, magically sturdy. Ring me if they get busted, though."

+Why can't I speak near him? Near any of them? From whence, this apprehension?+ Monica asks, sounding oddly sad. +...Oh well. We have to meet our escort.+

You both rise, heading to the main hall. A... A young person is there, bowing to the king. Dressed in military dress uniform, with a slender build, you can hardly tell whether they're male or female. Given that posterior, you want to say female, but...

You shake your head. No time to think on that...

>Wait for them to approach.
>Approach them.
>Listen in.
>Ask Monica her thoughts.
>Writein

>>31303649
whups

>>31303514
Yeah I get she was possessed, but execution is an insane response.

>>31303649
>Ask Monica.
Do we approach foreign dignataries, or let them approach us?

>>31303649
>Ask Monica her thoughts.
Who could have been brought for this?

>>31303649
>Ask Monica her thoughts.

>>31303649
>Wave, approach, and Eye them.

>>31303649
>Ask Monica her thoughts.
this is her realm of expertise

Ring Monica and ask for thoughts.

>>31303783
>>31303775
>>31303708
>>31303705
>>31303696

+Any thoughts?+

+She is a notable officer in the Central Army.+ Monica replies. +Stalwart, polite, dutiful, and kind. Likely she has some know-how that would be helpful, or the like. Her name is Melodi Ter Opiane. Related distantly to Karl, actually, but only by marriage and technicality.+

+She?+

+...Well, she has a condition.+

+...?+

+She has trouble maintaining a gender. Sex. Er. Whichever - she swaps occasionally. Something's wrong, or at least different, with her soul. Research is ongoing.+

+How do you know all this stuff?+

+It behooves a noble lady to keep in touch with even the most distant relations to royals and heroes.+ she says, proud, even a tiny bit smug. +In any case, don't focus on that. She prefers to be referred to as female, even when, well.+

Ah.

After some discussion with the king, Melodi approaches you, smiling.
"Hello, ladies." she says. "Looks like I'm taking some care of you for this trip. No introductions needed, I've been keeping some tabs on the both of you."

Monica bristles a little.

>Writein

>>31303931
Shrug.
"Well, daylight's burning. Let's head off."

>>31303931
shake her hand

"Nice to meet you, so what exactly is it we will be doing for this month long trip?"

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>She has trouble maintaining a gender.

>>31303931
Well, that's one way to kill time shot down.

>>31303996
"Nice to meet you. What exactly will we be doing?"

"The Tou kingdom has requested military expertise and some additional help with other matters. You were personally requested, Annelin." she states.

"So we should get going as soon as possible."

"Indeed." Melodi nods. "The boat's in the dock, and already loaded with supplies." she states, "As well as clothes, weapons, and the like - just in case." she nods. "As per Monica's request, we've also loaded bathing materials."

You all three head out. "Is there anything you'd like to ask me before we board?" she asks.

>Writein

>>31304327
ask how she's related to Karl.
What god does she revere.
How long is the trip.

>>31304327
"What exactly is your job for this mission, are you our bodyguard, our guide, what exactly? Also, whats the situation like in the Tou kingdom, why would I be personally requested?"

>What's your own diplomatic experience?

>>31304327
"how long will the trip take?"
i feel like we'll get seasick pretty soon

>>31304327
Her latests appointment, her god and how long does this trip take.

"Do you worship?"

She nods. "Raeve." she says gently, "I'm happy to be deployed with someone who shares my faith. Don't worry, I won't push myself on you, Annelin. I know of your leanings."

You let out a sigh of relief. "I was stationed here and have been since I started. I've seen combat, but no major battles - most of my distinguishments have been in prevention." she admits.

"So... How long will we be on the boat?"

"At most a week, at the least a few days. Depends on the sailing conditions." she says. "Either way, we're to be in the kingdom for a full month." she goes on as you approach the dock.

There's a mental... You're not sure what you would call it, something like a gasp of anticipation combined with a scream of happiness, as Monica sees the ship. Almost instantly, your mind is bombarded with wild and frenetic information, so fast you can't take it in. Something about sails and wood and the crew and maybe even the engine, whatever that is? She rushes onto the ship, her face alight with a wide grin as she goes about examining everything she can even get close to, then flying into your cabin. Whereupon another gleeful cheer rises.

"Energetic." Melodi remarks as you all board.

>Spend time with Melodi.
>Speak with Monica.
>Speak with the captain.
>Try to relax and avoid activity.
>Writein

>>31304919
>>Spend time with Melodi.
inquire about the condition of her soul
>Speak with Monica.
see how she likes the ship
>Speak with the captain.
condition of ship, crew, emergency protocols.
>Try to relax and avoid activity.
take a nap

>>31304919
>Spend time with Melodi.

>>31304919
>Speak with Monica.
Calm down Monica, we've got a week on the boat, plenty of time to enjoy it.

>Spend time with Melodi.
use The Eye on Melodi, see if we can see anything thats up with her soul

Also, Avalon, does the full month we spend in the kingdom include the boat trip? if not it means we're spending a month and a half away from Mike, which might be cutting it awfully close to his duel with old man doucheking

Talk to the Captain. May at least get their story.

Can't hurt to get to know the captain.

Also, what the fuck is with the tactless dialogue suggestions?

What is wrong with you people?

>>31304919
>Speak to the Captain to get us squared away and find some practice room for Monica.
>Spend some time going over Forms with Monica.
Let's wait til evening to hang out with Melodi and get to know her better. Maybe pray with her before we go to bed?

>>31305199
>Also, what the fuck is with the tactless dialogue suggestions?
Care to suggest some non-crappy dialogue, if its good I'll second it, but right now your not giving alternatives

>>31304919
>Speak with Monica.
Girl can freely talk after a while, may as well get our ears worn.

>>31305256
>Let's wait til evening to hang out with Melodi and get to know her better. Maybe pray with her before we go to bed?
Sounds good

>>31305470
For starters, we could ask Monica about ships and sailing, since it's clearly a passion of hers.

We could also bring up that we overheard Monica's thoughts about not being able to speak around non-humans, since that could be problematic.

Could.also check to see if we can get the Captain's permission for training/sparring on deck.

Apologies for delays. Writing update.

>>31306111
All good suggestions, we should do these

>>31306146
You find Monica, already changed into a shorter-skirted dress that is belted on quite tight.
"So... ships, huh?"

+Yes!+ the smile on her face is one of passion. +I was practically raised on deck. My father built an empire on shipping, sailing, and fishing, so...+ she flushes a little. +Part of me, when I was younger, truly wished to be a captain.+ she admits. +Old dreams.+

You smile as she walks you through what can be expected from this voyage - simple meals, maybe a storm or two, and perhaps a lot of relaxation. +As passengers, our job is to stay out of the way. Just relax until we get there.+

"Are you going to be alright when we arrive? It's all..." you gesture.

+Demihumans, I know.+ she sighs. +I'll... I'll just think of them as big cats, I guess.+

"You know about the Tou empire?"

+I've done some research, yes. It's a small, split kingdom from the Rakshasa Empire. The Tou were slaves, but were lead to rebellion by a religious leader who worshipped a Tou goddess known as Chain-breaker. A translated name, mind, I cannot recall the local apellation. They fled from the mountain regions the Rakshasas claimed, and roosted in the desert around a large oasis. In the last forty years, it's grown into something rather bustling.+

"Huh. Anything I should know?"

+The desert is arid, hot, and dangerous. Drapey, sheer clothing is preferred, if any is preferred at all - the Tou have a light downy coating of fur, so they don't need to shield themselves from the sun like we do. It is tradition to knock the back of your fist against the one of the person you're greeting, as Rakshasas have reversed hands and while they are practiced illusionists, they cannot hide that aspect of themselves. Wearing gloves is... suspect, at best, like wearing a mask would be back home.+

"...You really know your stuff."

+Thank you. Micheal was the one who taught me most of this, though...+

>Ask questions
>Writein

>>31306383
"So what kind of work do you think we will be doing when we get there?"

other then that, I've no more questions, we should speak to the captain after we finish talking to Monica

>>31306383
Forms and a meal!
Massage only if she asks.

>>31306383
Time to teach her.
How to forms.
How to fight.
How to git gud.

>>31306592
This.

>>31306592
>>31306557

"Right... Let's go through forms." you say, "And then have a bite to eat."

As you're going through your practices, the ship disembarks, and the slight sway throws a curveball at your stances. You manage ably, but Monica is completely unfazed, and in fact maneuvers better than before. Melodi joins you, humming as she works her way into it. She uses a slender longsword, which shines brightly but isn't even magical.

The meal afterwards is nourishing, but barely palatable, seasoning and spices used harshly to make up for a lack of flavour.

After all is said and done, Monica returns to bed, and the full moon lights the deck. Melodi smiles, kneeling at the guard railing. Her eyes are lit up by silvery strands.

>Join her prayers
>Pray alone.
>Writein

>>31307094
>Join her prayers
Why not.

>>31307094
>Join her prayers

>>31307094
>Join her prayers

>>31307094
If she doesn't mind, join her.

Both Raevers, so may as well join hands.

"May I join you?" you ask, kneeling beside her.

"Certainly." she says, fidgeting. Prayers don't take long, and soon enough, you feel warm feathers brush you. When you open them again, Melodi is stretching, as if limbering up. "I, uhm. I was hoping to do a full prayer tonight." she says.

You look around, seeing the various seamen going about their tasks.

>Uhm. Really?
>Is that so...
>Mind if I join you?
>NOPE (return to bed)
>Writein

>>31307446
whups

>>31307446
>NOPE (Return to bed)
We must refrain from doing the lewd until we come back. We'll be so pent up, it'll be the best experience possible for Michael.

>>31307446
>Is that so...
Lets see how another worshiper does it

>>31307446
>NOPE (return to bed)
not even gods can stop horny seamen

>>31307446
>Is that so.
If there's somewhere else to do it. We haven't seen if Raev hands work on another worshipper.

>>31307446
>>Mind if I join you?
we could use Raev's blessing in whats to come

>>31307446
Seconding >>31307544

lets see if we can't find somewhere more private or isolated to pray with Melodi

>>31307498
This has nothing to do with lewd for Anne though. I mean yeah we're not interested in getting the crew worked up, but it's not like we get anything out of exhibitionism, it's just a part of how we talk to and venerate our god, a call back to the black bird dancing her way around the white.

>>31307446
Ask her how she intends to pull that off, since it's probably a bad idea to distract the sailors.

Has she done it on a boat before?

>>31307544
Works for me. Doubt we'll find somewhere private, but Melodi is already distracting the crew it's not like we'll be making things worse by joining her.

"Uhm. Perhaps we should move someplace more private?" you ask, a little nervous. She cocks her head at you as she begins to unfasten her shirt. "I mean, we shouldn't distract the sailors."

"Why would they be distracted?" she asks, revealing a completely flat chest. "Right now it's all boys, at least on the surface, and excepting you."

Not exactly pale, not exactly tanned. Her physique reminds you a lot of Micheal when you met - but long silver lines snake about her upper body.

"Wait, so..." you begin, and she nods.

>NOPE NOPE NOPE
>Fuck it! Why not!
>Move below decks
>Writein

>>31307976
>>Fuck it! Why not!

>>31307976
>Right now it's all boys
>Writein
Then we sit back, I guess.

>>31307976
>NOPE NOPE NOPE

>>31307976
>Fuck it! Why not!
time to make our goddess blush

Nope, not tolerating AG's fetish any more.

>>31307976
>Fuck it! Why not!
Oh vernerable and wise Raev, we leave the fate of the crew's attention to duty in your capable talons.

>>31307976
Fuck it, let's do it.

Writing

>>31308393
You take a deep breath, and nod.
"Alright."

It's a long night. You're clumsy at first, but the steps soon come naturally, and with a partner, it feels even better. You're too nervous to undress, but you watch Melodi's outfit fall away, part by part, piece by piece. You feel silvery, shining light fill you, wrap you, comforting you, and you feel soft and warm...

You blink awake on a rough bed in your cabin, groaning as you clutch your head. Melodi is stretching, rising from her bed, fully dressed.

>What even happened last night? It's so unclear...
>*Check for decency*
>Where's Monica?
>Goddamnit, Raeve.
>Writein

>>31308550
>What even happened last night? It's so unclear.
>Goddamnit, Raeve.
Does she owe us Fate now? Because it seems we clearly lost some of it.

>>31308550
>>What even happened last night? It's so unclear...
>>*Check for decency*
>>Goddamnit, Raeve.
>>Where's Monica?
in this order

>>31308550
>What even happened last night? It's so unclear...
>*Check for decency*
>Where's Monica?

>>31308550
>*Check for decency*
>What even happened last night? It's so unclear...
>Where's Monica?

>>31308550
>Write in
>Trust Raev
>Get up, stretch, head for the deck and do our forms before breakfast
Be professional.

>>31308617
agreed

>>31308617
I like this one.

Food break.

>>31308934
"What even happened?"

"We danced. I was uncovered, you were covered. We both pleased Her, but she sensed you were growing uncomfortable, and... helped." she smiles softly as you check your clothing - it's all still on you. You groan and lay back, looking at the roof. "We all worship in different ways, Sister. Just... understand I only wished to dance. Nothing more."

She leaves the room, and you join her.


It seems that the rest of this trip will be quite formulaic. Would you like to skip to landing?

>>31309440
im losing control of my life

>>31309440
sounds good to me, if nothing happens...

>>31309440
No random encounter with a clown sea monstrosity? No? Fine, timeskip.

>>31309440
skip

>>31309440
sure, skip if nothings going to be of interest

>>31309594
>>31309533
>>31309494
>>31309476
Writing skip.

>>31309771
Can we ask Raev not to magically intoxicate us without our consent?

Prayer shouldn't lead to hangovers and memory loss.

>>31309771
The boat trip is uneventful, quiet, and for the most part, undisturbed. You train Monica by day, pray by night (though never full prayers, so to speak) and mostly just relax and enjoy yourself. Once landed, you notice that the port town is tiny, and by your reckoning, took only a few days.

"This can't be the final destination..."

"It's not, Annelin. We're just here for transit." Melodi states, marching towards a stable. The architecture is smooth stone, emphasizing flat surfaces with lavish paints, in some cases massive murals where possible. You nearly leap out of your skin when Melodi returns with a huge, wide lizard, a passenger box strapped to its back. It's three horses wide and four long, though quite short. Almost as if it was squished on birth. Long, yellow scales cover it, and beady black eyes stare into the distance. The streets are oddly bare of people.

"Should our welcome wagon have been here already?" You ask.

"He'll meet us at first oasis." she says, whipping the lizard into motion. It lumbers forth on wide legs, small tail thunking the sand.

>1d100 for random encounter.

Rolled 13

>>31310902

Rolled 68

>>31310902
inb4 wild goats

Rolled 44

>>31310902

Rolled 65

>>31310902
rolling

>>31310967
>>31310963

It's a long trip, you notice, and the heat is starting to get to both you and Monica.

"Gelkin is in sight, ladies!" Melodi calls out. And that's when everything goes flying. The sand beneathe the beast explodes, sending you, Monica, and Melodi flying. The poor mount is torn open by the force of the blast, but you manage to catch both Monica and Melodi by virtue of sheer luck, setting them down beside you. In the swirling sands, you see a figure, a silhouette - tall and lanky, covered in patchwork armor, weilding a long, curved blade.

Magic contaminates the sandstorm he's in, his whole body, and even his blade, as Monica draws her own as she rises. Melodi and yourself also draw blade and spear.

The area is rough, sandy terrain, difficult for you to move through reliably, but at least it is even and not sloped. The sandstorm occludes your vision, and magic contaminates the area. Behind you is the remains of the beast of burden.

You also notice you're surrounded by old ruins, half-made walls and pillars all over.

>Writein

>>31311500
use the eye (i feel like there's some illusions around)
and then probably just try a charge?

>>31311500
turn on The Eye to check him out

then have Monica get to cover in the ruins while we ready our shield, we might want to use Willing Iron perk

>>31311500
Cover first, then try to bounce the magic.

>>31311629
>>31311565

You turn on the eye, seeing through the sand.

A skeleton, wearing long armored robes, holding a thin curved blade. His face is masked, his body covered, but there's no way it's a living person in there.

"Monica, Melodi, find cover." you state, readying your shield as the skeleton raises its blade. Sand, covered in magic, launches forth. It slams into your shield, pushing you back, scratching your cheek and neck slightly before you pull away from it with a grunt of effort. He raises his free hand, and you leap way - spikes of sand erupt where you were standing.

How... You frown as the creature moves, pulling the sandstorm with him - it's about as wide as five men, and reaches high into the sky.

No mortal man could raise an indepentant undead like this. Either there's a necromancer nearby, or... Or something. You can't see any magic threads...

>Contact Ja'al.
>Rush the monster.
>Try something new - shatter the magic's hold on the sand with your Sabatons and Gauntlets.
>Flee, taking your allies with you.
>Writein

>>31311500
Raise our shield and take a defensive posture.

>>31312441
>>Try something new - shatter the magic's hold on the sand with your Sabatons and Gauntlets.

>>31312441
It's a good thing we didn't look down while our eye was active.

That would have been unfortunate.

Ask Monica and Melodi if they know any water magic?

>>31312441
>>Contact Ja'al.
then
>Try something new - shatter the magic's hold on the sand with your Sabatons and Gauntlets.

>>31312441
>Try something new - shatter the magic's hold on the sand with your Sabatons and Gauntlets.
Guys, if this doesn't work well we're running.

>>31312612
>>31312527
>>31312471
Give me d100.

Combat roll, all relevant rolling rules apply.

Rolled 74

>>31312696

Rolled 68

>>31312696
I forgot the rules.

Rolled 45

>>31312696
Rolling.

Rolled 23

>>31312696

Rolled 63

>>31312776
they are in Annelin's character sheet in the OP

>>31312766
>>31312776
>>31312810

You launch forth, spinning the spear into its sheathe as you leap. The skeleton raises its blade, and your punch with your artificial arm to meet it.

You can feel something crack. You feel something give. And like a mirror, the magic shatters, sand falling to the earth in eddies and clumps. You land heavily, the skeleton bared.

It stares at you, moving towards you steadily with strong steps, though it sounds like a dicebox.

>Writein

>>31313293
take out a leg bone

>>31313293
Intercept him and shield bash. If he doesn't fall, then he breaks.

>>31313293
seconding >>31313417

>>31313417
Shield Bash sounds like a good plan.

>>31313417
>>31313474
>>31313440

d100, folks.

Rolled 34

>>31313519

Rolled 35

>>31313519

Rolled 21

>>31313519
rolling

Rolled 84

>>31313519
And now without the captcha fails, just to see.

>Skeleton may wreck us
We DSouls now

Rolled 63

>>31313519

>>31313669
>>31313750
>>31313539

You rush forth to intercept and slam it with your shield - only to feel it punch the shield.

You feel your shoulder dislocate, your shield dent, and you skid back, gasping. What... What WAS THAT?

It moves so slowly... The bones in the arm cracked and broken, leaking black fire now. But that strength was phenomenal. You've no idea how it hit so hard! It turns towards the ruins, falling into a steady gait.

>Chase and intercept!
>Warn allies!
>Throw spear!
>Writein!

>>31313863
>>Warn allies!
>>Throw spear!

>>31313863
>warn allies
Wait is that where they're hiding?

Rolled 76

>>31313863
>Warn allies!
>Throw spear!

Rolled 3

>>31313863
>Warn allies!
>Writein!
Kick him in the pelvis. Hope the stun or dispelling works.

>>31313863
Pop our shoulder back in first.

And did it just forget about us that quickly?

>>31313918
>>31313921
>>31313958
>>31314073
d100.

Rolled 3

>>31314104

Rolled 50

>>31314104
rolling

Rolled 23

>>31314104

Rolled 78

>>31314104
The dice have turned against us.

>>31314137
>>31314127
>>31314136
"MONICA! MELODI!" you scream, hefting your spear. The skeleton catches the spear, and tosses it back as you stumble forward, resetting your shield arm as the two girls run away.

But the skeleton doesn't care - it reaches into the sand, lifting out a bone. It tears off its own arm, and slams the bone into place, replacing the shattered one.

Then it turns to face you.

==END OF THREAD==

Sorry for the short thread, folks, but I'm ready to pass out at the moment.

>>31314422
night

Rolled 90

>>31314422
It's fine. Let see if the RNG still wants to kill us.

>>31314422
Just got back from work and caught up on the thread, liking where things are going, thanks for the run Avalon, looking forward to more.