>>3966350
> Check out your rightfully looted books.
> Call the number.
I really want to train our luck spells more but I can't resist the mystery box.

>>3966350
>Take a shower, you reek.
>Call the number.

>>3966350
Also I had a thought on our luck drain aura. Could we check if we're still pulling luck by flipping a coin and mentally calling the result in the air?

>>3966360
That could be a good idea.

>>3966360
It's an interesting thought, but it'd be a fairly inconsistent benchmark. After all, you've got a 50% success rate. You'd have to do it several times in a row to be certain.

Voting will be open for another ten minutes, as the start of the thread is always a bit slow.

> Check out your rightfully looted books.

> Call the number.

Where were you axis senpai, we thought you were dead

>>3966386
The unholy combination of final exams and group projects. My schedule is stable now though, so it won't happen again.

>>3966386
support

>>3966355
>>3966386
>>3966392


Checking on your ill-gotten gains and making a call wins. Writing.

>>3966350

The first order of business is to check on the books you stole from Rockwell’s cult.

As you head to your room, you muse to yourself about whether or not it’s stealing if you killed the victim twice. You decide that it should be considered looting instead.

As promised, Jack left the box containing your goodies next to your door.

You take it inside, and begin taking a closer looks at what you find.

In addition to several general reference texts on history and mythology, you also gathered some more exotic reading material.

Your unread collection consists of:
- An untitled book gifted to you by Rockwell. (Book of Thoth)
- The Grimorium Verum. (Demonology)
- The Treatise of Underplaces (Shadow)
- The Viennese Connundra (Necromancy)
- On What Is Contained by Silver. (Bestiary) (Written in Greek)
- The Orchid Transfigurations, Vol 3: Noon. (Blood Magic) (Written in Latin)

Some of this stuff could be dangerous, and a few of them are written in languages you don’t know. You’ll have to find someone capable of educating you before they can be read.

You decide to read (Choose 2):

> Book of Thoth
> The Grimorium Verum
> The Treatise of Underplaces
> The Viennese Connundra
> On What Is Contained by Silver
> The Orchid Transfigurations, Vol 3: Noon
> General History Textbook
> General Mythology Textbook

>>3966412
Shit, dumb mistake. Don't vote for.....

> On What Is Contained by Silver
> The Orchid Transfigurations, Vol 3: Noon

Shouldn't have added them to your choices at this time. Don't know the language yet.

>>3966412
>- On What Is Contained by Silver. (Bestiary) (Written in Greek)
>- The Orchid Transfigurations, Vol 3: Noon. (Blood Magic) (Written in Latin)

what could possibly go wrong

>>3966412
>Book of Thoth
>The Treatise of Underplaces
A good start as any.

>>3966414
It's cool, I figure that if it's specifically written in a foreign language then there's a good chance that we might not know what it is until we get them translated.

>>3966420
May as well. Time to learn about our friend thot

>>3966420
>>3966425

Book of Thoth and Treatise of Underplaces win.

Roll me 2d100s, first is for Book of Thoth

>1st Roll DC: 30 / 60 / 90

> 2nd Roll DC: 60 / 80 / 100

Rolled 73, 8 = 81 (2d100)

>>3966442
ROLLING FOR THE THOTH PATROL!

Rolled 16, 60 = 76 (2d100)

>>3966442

Rolled 55, 33 = 88 (2d100)

>>3966442
Let's go!

>>3966445
A good success.

>>3966456
A minor success.

Writing.

>>3966442

You crack open the Book of Thoth, and just like last time it transfers its knowledge over to you. Also, like last time, it gives you a splitting headache.

> Spell Learnt: Enhanced Perception - Increases your ability to perceive your environment, and notice details. Passive, adds +10 to perception rolls.

> Spell Learnt: Spirit Detector - Allows you to scan your environment for the presence of spirits. Currently capable of sensing low-level spirits.

Unfortunately, your new headache compounds with your hangover, and makes it very difficult to concentrate on reading. However, you manage to power through it for a little while.

You also decide to read The Treatise on Underplaces. The author, listed as a Claude Hersault, describes a method of controlling and manipulating the shadows to your own benefit. It takes a bit of practice, but you finally manage to successfully perform his first spell.

> Spell Learnt: Shadow Cloak - Cloak yourself in a veil of darkness. Provides a large bonus to stealth rolls, but only at night.

You’ll save the rest of the reading for another time, where you preferably will be in a better mental state.

You should probably go ahead and call the number you found in your pocket.

It takes a few rings, but when you dial the number, you eventually hear a raspy voice on the other side.

“Bobo speaking, who is this?”

> “Hey Bobo, it’s me, Sean. You, uh, left your number in my pocket last night. What’s up?”

> “Just wanted to keep in touch with somebody special enough to grab Jack’s interest. He’s got a real nose for talent, I tell you what. Anyways, I’m always open to get a drink or teach you a few things if you’re interested. I owe Jack a few favors, and helping you might clear them out.”

> “I’ll keep that in mind. Talk to you later.”

Interesting. You might just have to take him up on that offer.

(TBC)

>>3966481
“Well, well, well. Look at you, kid! Growing up so fast, it almost brings a tear to my eye.”

You instinctively unholster your Beretta and point it at the intruder.

Who happens to be a very smug looking Set.

“Careful there kid, might shoot your eye out or something. I just decided to drop by to sprinkle a little wisdom on you. Now that you’re a bit stronger, I’ve got a little training exercise I want to put you through, nothing too dangerous. Probably.”

You decide to:

> Go with it. Set hasn’t steered you wrong yet.

> Refuse. You don’t like where this is heading.

>>3966488
>> Go with it. Set hasn’t steered you wrong yet.

>>3966488
> Go with it. Set hasn’t steered you wrong yet.
Wonder if he's ever been to the Oblivion bar

> Go with it. Set hasn’t steered you wrong yet.

What could possibly go wrong!

>>3966493
>>3966496
>>3966498

Seems to be unanimous, so I'll call it here.

Roll me some d100s.

> DC 80

>>3966488
>> Go with it. Set hasn’t steered you wrong yet.

Rolled 46 (1d100)

>>3966513
Time to ride the lightning.

Rolled 46 (1d100)

>>3966513

Rolled 37 (1d100)

>>3966513
Let do it

>>3966518
>>3966522

A failure. Writing.

>>3966529
Ow my spleeeeen!

Looks like our crit success every roll luck could only last four threads.

>>3966541
It's alright, it needs to charge up again.

>>3966513

You’ll go with Set. He hasn’t steered you wrong yet, and this could be be important.

> “Alright, what do you want me to do?”

“Right now? Just hold on.”

Set grabs you, and you’re suddenly in a forested clearing.

> “Set……where are we?”

“Doesn’t matter. On to training. Now that you’ve learned a bit more about my different natures, I’ve got something special for you to try; Elemental combinations. Basically, you can try to combine two spells from different Natures, into a brand new one. You’ll have to think of them on your own, but I happen to know a combination that would be right up your alley.

Alright, kid, I want you to try and channel both your Fire Bolt and your Lightning Bolt, and shoot them out at the same time. Give it a try.”

You give it your all, but despite your best efforts, you can’t produce anything besides the standard Fire and Lightning bolts.

Set must’ve noticed your disappointment, because he chimes in to cheer you up.

“Don’t sweat it, kid. This stuff is pretty advanced, and I I honestly wasn’t expecting you to get it on your first go. You didn’t explode neither, so hey, you’re not the worst person who tried this.”

> “Thanks, Set.”

“No problem, now let’s get you back home.”

After Set transports you back, he delivers a brief farewell.

“I’ll drop by again sometime and check on your progress, kid. You’ve got potential, don’t waste it getting killed over something dumb. Catch you later.”

At least you’ve got a new goal to work towards.

All this self-improvement’s made you a bit hungry, so you make a quick pit stop and grab some lunch from Jack’s kitchen. Afterwards, you debate how you’ll spend the rest of the day.

You decide to: (Pick 3)

> Try to find a tutor / translator for a language (Specify Language)
> Learn electronics from Gremlin
> Practice CQC with Genghis
> Learn infiltration from Cortez
> Practice a spell (Specify)
> Learn a new spell (Specify)
> Practice Elemental combinations

>Set tries to teach us the majesty of combo-wombo but we are but a man with feet of clay
Thanks QM, now I feel bad for the Chaos God.
>>3966546
>Try to find a tutor / translator for a language (Greek)
>Learn electronics from Gremlin
>Practice CQC with Genghis

>>3966546
> Practice a spell (Specify)
Our new shadow one and luck drain aura. Luck drain really saved our ass last fight and being able to Mel's into the shadows is extremely useful since we work almost exclusively
> Try to find a tutor / translator for a language at night.
Greek

>>3966546
>> Try to find a tutor / translator for a language: Greek
>practice luck drain
>Learn infiltration

>>3966555
Ditto

>>3966555
>>3966565
>>3966573

Alright, so confirmed for Greek tutoring.

Divided between,
- Electronics
- CQC
- Luck Drain practice

I have to grab some dinner. If we're still deadlocked when I return, I'll have a tiebreaker.

>>3966546
> Try to find a tutor (Greek)
> Practice CQC with Genghis
> Practice a spell (Luck Drain)

>>3966546
>> Try to find a tutor / translator for a language (Greek)
> Practice a spell (Luck Drain)
> Practice CQC with Genghis

>>3966587
>Luck drain
>Infiltration

I have returned, looks like CQC and Luck Drain practice win.

Let's start with Luck Drain.

Roll me those d100s, if you please

> DC 70 (Failed training rolls reduce the DC on the next attempt)

Rolled 90 (1d100)

>>3966645

Rolled 1 (1d100)

>>3966645
wew

>>3966651
THE TIME HAS COME

Rolled 72 (1d100)

>>3966645
>>3966652
I refuse.

>>3966651
Alright, so, uh give me a moment here. Writing.

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>>3966652
AND SO HAVE I!

Rolled 69 (1d100)

>>3966645

Rolled 34 + 20 (1d100 + 20)

>>3966645

You go to practice Luck Drain, but you can immediately sense that something’s wrong.

It’s almost like all of the bad luck you’ve caused comes crashing down on you at once.

You trip over your shoelaces, get attacked by a squirrel, and nearly shoot yourself with you own gun.

Maybe you’ve been using it a bit too much lately, and this is universe’s way of telling you to cool it. Either way, you’ll give it a rest for a while.

> Debuff Gained: Luck Lockdown - Luck Drain will be unavailable for your next mission.

That was a bust, but it could be worse.

You call up Genghis and ask if he’s up to do some sparring.

He eagerly agrees, and gives you the address of an old warehouse he apparently likes to train in. He also tells you to bring a knife, so you bring along your Fairbairn-Sykes.

Jack drops you off at the location, and when you head inside, you notice that it’s actually pretty well furnished. Some couches, a TV, a mini fridge, and a padded area presumably used for sparring.

Genghis seems ready to begin, greeting you with……

“Gunsmoke! Let’s get to it, then!”

> “Nice to see you too, Genghis.”

“Sorry, I just really need a good fight to clear my head right now. Let’s start with hand-to-hand, as a warm up. Alright?”

> “Works for me.”

“Begin!”

> Roll me some d100s + 10

>>3966651
You fool, you absolute bafoon. What have you done.>>3966651

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>>3966699
Forgot to attach picture, here's what Genghis looks like, minus the hat.

Rolled 45 (1d100)

>>3966699

Rolled 50 + 10 (1d100 + 10)

>>3966699
Remember the basics of CQC.

Rolled 17 + 10 (1d100 + 10)

>>3966699

>>3966711
60 v. 54

Success. Writing.

>>3966700
Horrifically beautiful things have happened.

Rolled 96 + 30 (1d100 + 30)

>>3966699

You both circle each other for a while, before going on the attack.

Genghis tries to disable you with a kick to the knee, but you dodge his strike and respond with a swift counter to the solar plexus. While he doubles over, you take the opportunity to sweep him off his feet, sending him crashing to the mat.

> “Looks like round 1 goes to me.”

“So it would seem. Let’s move on to knifework. I realize that injuries may happen, but let’s try to avoid killing each other, all right?”

> “You’ll get no argument from me. I'll take it easy on you, I promise.”

“Then let’s see if your reflexes are as sharp as your tongue.”

> Roll me some d100s

>>3966726
I forgot to include your +10 modifier, but something tells me it won't matter.

Rolled 81 (1d100)

>>3966726
Oof.

Rolled 76 (1d100)

>>3966726
wew

>>3966726
>but let’s try to avoid killing each other, all right?
>rolls a 96 with a +30 modifier

>>3966747
Look it just means we finally got his heart to really start pumping.

Still need one more roll.

Rolled 68 (1d100)

>>3966726

Rolled 73 (1d100)

>>3966755
I'm pretty sure that the reason there's no rolling is because of how insanely high our bro got.
But fuck the rules, I'll roll again for the sake of speed.

>>3966730
126 v. 91

Failure. Writing.

>>3966757
Oh finally about time.

>>3966726

You pull out your Fairbairn-Sykes dagger, while Genghis does the same. His choice is a black tanto knife.

You both begin circling each other again, looking for weaknesses.

It looks like Genghis found one, because he quickly assaults you with a flurry of strikes.

You manage to dodge most of them, but he does manage to nick you a few times.

“Looks like I drew first blood.”

> “All that matters is who draws the last.”

You go on the offensive yourself, but can’t land a clean hit.

Genghis manages to dodge, and in a few cases, block your attacks without fail.

Eventually you overextend, and Genghis capitalizes on this vulnerability by catching your arm, yanking you forward, and placing the tanto at your throat.

“Good fight. Your stance could use some work, and you need to work on reacting more fluidly. I’ll show you how.”

You and Genghis train for a few hours more, until you both mutually decide to give it a break.

> “Thanks for the training, Genghis.”

“ I should be thanking you. I haven’t had a proper fight in ages, and I was worried that my skills would grow stagnant. Let me know when you what to train some more.”

> “I will. See you later.”

“Gunsmoke? Before you leave, I just had a quick question. Feel free to not answer it, I would understand if you don’t. During our fights, I noticed that you fought using the American Marine style with both your knife and hand-to-hand. There a story there?”

> ???

>>3966783
>”well, I was in the army, so using their tactics isn’t exactly odd”

>>3966796
Ditto

>>3966796
>>3966812

Writing.

>>3966783

> “I spent some time in the military, so yeah, I still use what they taught me. There a problem with that?”

“No, not at all. It just explains a lot. Most freelancers have some form of training, but you don’t find a whole lot of ex-military types in this sort of work. They usually go for cushier jobs as a private contractor.”

> “Since we’re sharing, what’s your background?”

“Nothing special. I was born in Japan to a burakumin family. Basically, we got treated like dirt. Joined up with the yakuza for a while, before we separated after a……disagreement. Spent a good amount of time in Mongolia, hence the nickname.”

> “Alright, well see you next time.”

Genghis is an interesting guy. Maybe you’ll have another job with him sometime.

After Jack teleports you back home, it’s fairly late in the evening.

The last thing on your agenda is to find someone willing to translate / teach you Greek.

Who should you ask for help?

> Jack

> Set

> Pandion

> Other

>>3966828
Forgot to add.....

> Perk Gained: Hand-to-Hand Fighter. +10 to combat rolls when unarmed.

> Perk Gained: Knife Fighter. +5 to combat rolls when using knives.

>>3966828
>Pandion
There’s a good chance he’ll know it, or at least part of it

>>3966842
Support
Set might know some, if Pandion doesn’t know. Egypt has Alexandria for a reason

>>3966842
>>3966850

Writing.

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>>3966828

You quickly realize that you should ask the ancient Athenian rage spirit in the Claw.

You summon the Claw, and by extension, Pandion.

“GREETINGS, WARRIOR. I SEE THAT YOU WANT TO LEARN THE LANGUAGE OF MY PEOPLE! I WOULD BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO PASS ON MY KNOWLEDGE!”

> “How did you know….”

“I AM SOULBOUND TO YOU, WARRIOR! YOUR THOUGHTS ARE AN OPEN BOOK TO ME!”

> “That’s a little…..disconcerting.”

“FEAR NOT, WARRIOR! YOUR SECRETS WILL REMAIN SAFE WITH ME! I GIVE YOU MY WORD!”

> “Thanks, Pandion.”

“LET US BEGIN!”

Roll me some d100s

> DC 40 / 60 / 80

Rolled 43 (1d100)

>>3966864
Please succeed

Rolled 33 (1d100)

>>3966864
Yes oh mighty warrior! Punch the knowledge into our brain!

Rolled 23 (1d100)

>>3966864
>>3966864

Rolled 86 (1d100)

>>3966864

>>3966874
>>3966872
>>3966870
These rolls were brought to you by the Number 3.

>>3966870

A minor success. Writing.

>>3966875
Gamer!

I’m starting to feel like that may 1 was an omen for things to come

>>3966879
Oh wait...

>>3966881
Maybe, all I know that there's a quest in this board that relies on roll under dice and we just stole their natural 1.

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>>3966864

Pandion does his best, but learning an ancient language isn’t easy. You manage to get the basics down at least, and Pandion assures you that it’ll only get easier with practice. Still, at least now you can read some Greek.

> Language Learned: Greek (Basic) - Can attempt to translate Greek texts.

You de-summon Pandion, after thanking him again for his aid.

As you prepare to get some rest, you notice something tucked inside of the box you carried your loot home in. A plain white envelope. After examining it with both Thermal and Magesight, you conclude that it hasn’t been tampered with. When opened, you discover that it contains a letter.

It reads….

“To whom it may concern. We thank you very much for cleansing the unworthy trash that dared sully the name of our Lord. Their unsanctioned activities are a stain on His great name, and we are pleased to see how thoroughly you’ve dismantled them. However, while we appreciate your initiative in this matter, we would highly recommend that you avoid meddling in the affairs of your betters, lest it end poorly for you. We are not to be trifled with, and you will regret it if we cross paths again.”

The letter isn’t signed, but is stamped at the bottom with a strange seal.

What the hell have you gotten yourself into?

> That’s all for tonight folks, as always, feel free to call me a hack fraud, leave incendiary comments, and let me know how you’re feeling. Bat-Report will be posted shortly.

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[BATCOMPUTER ONLINE]

[WELCOME, BATMAN]

[CREATING NEW PROFILE]

Name: Unknown

Gender: Male

Appearance: Mid 20s, Caucasian, Blue Eyes, Athletic Frame

Known Aliases: Jonah Thema, (Internally known as Dresden)

Known Associates: None

Skills:
- Capable investigator
- Potentially skilled in magic?
- Combat training

Notable Activities:
- See Incident Report 872-B

Threat Level: Undetermined (Potential Asset)

>>3966913
>That tiny pic
Axis pls. This hurts me more than cutting it for tonight.

>>3966917
Wrong pic, I'll fix that.

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>>3966913
Better version

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>>3966913

[OPENING INCIDENT REPORT 872-B]

Received notice of a disturbance in Old Gotham. A passerby reported screams, strange noises, and the smell of smoke coming from inside the old church. Tim is still recuperating from the raid on the S.T.A.R. labs convoy, and Barbara assured me that she was ready to begin field work. I don’t totally agree, but I know her well enough that she’ll just sneak off if I refused. It’s what I’d do.

Barbara’s report painted a strange picture. After entering, she discovered eleven bound prisoners, each of which has been positively identified as students of history, cultural anthropology, theology, and other such disciplines at Gotham University.

She made contact with a MAM that identified himself as “Jonah Tema.” He claimed to be a paranormal detective, and that Barbara had interrupted his investigation into the murder of Scott Baxter. For reference, Baxter had been found murdered in Wayne Park the day before.

Due to subject’s refusal to use real name, subject has been temporarily assigned the sobriquet “Dresden” for both filing and internal communication purposes. The name was Barbara’s idea.

Dresden explained that he traced the murder back to a cult of demon worshippers, and that the church served as their main base of operations. Apparently, Dresden interrupted their attempt to ritually sacrifice Paul Agnor, who had been rendered unconscious for his own safety. He went on to state that their leader, a Dr. Phineas Rockwell, transformed into a horrific monster that Dresden exterminated himself.

>>3966925

Surprisingly, Agnor corroborated the story that Dresden saved his life while in GCPD custody. When pressed further for details about Rockwell’s transformation, Agnor suffered from a panic attack. Note to self, perform NBC check to ensure that it wasn’t caused by any trace of Scarecrow’s fear toxin.

Dresden believed that they worshipped a particularly deadly demon in particular, and refused to speak its name. Dresden convinced Barbara to let him gather up various artifacts for disposal, while she watched over the prisoners.

Barbara used this opportunity to call for reinforcements, as well as request a dossier on “Jonah Tema.”

A quick background check proved that no such individual existed. Batcomputer is currently searching its database for individuals with Dresden’s description, but without more concrete details it likely won’t bear fruit.

Barbara confronted Dresden on his lies, and he claimed that he kept it secret for the protection of himself and others.

He must’ve struck a chord with Barbara, because she let him go without apprehending him, and extended an offer of aid in the future. Dresden accepted, but who wouldn’t?

While Barbara prepared the prisoners for transfer to GCPD lockup, Dick shadowed Dresden in an attempt to learn more about him.

Dresden took a cab to Gotham Village, a popular hotspot among wannabe occultists. Dick swears that he never lost track of Dresden, even for a moment, but he disappeared after entering a condemned building. Dick investigated it thoroughly for any escape routes or bolt holes, and found nothing.

There are a few possibilities that must be investigated further before drawing a conclusion. First, that Dick was slacking on the job and let Dresden out of his sight. Unlikely, but possible. Next, Dresden could possess some kind of magic that allowed him to escape surveillance. Or, he could be a metahuman that disguises his powers as magic.

Need to ask Zatanna and similar League affiliates about subject. Depending on findings, could be potential asset.

[EXITING INCIDENT REPORT 872-B]

[ADDING PROFILE TO GROUP “PERSONS OF INTEREST”]

[DESCRIPTION OF PROFILE SENT TO KEY LEAGUE PERSONNEL]

>>3966921
Thank you. Now I can die in peace.

> As always, let me know what you think!

>>3966931
These are one of the highlights of the quest for me. I can't wait for the big reveal that we're like 20 different people that Batman has been keeping tabs on.

>>3966931
I'm spooked by the fact that we're now srs stuff to have our profile sent to other members of the Justice League.
But other than that having Dick lose track of us because of the Club's magical bullshit was the cherry ontop of this Bat Report.

>>3966942
It's less of an "apprehend on sight" order and more "general call for information."

>>3966945
Even if it is information gathering, it's still spooky. Batman could literally go get box of cookies and a jug of milk and I'd still by spooked by it.

>>3966951

> Batman could literally go get box of cookies and a jug of milk and I'd still by spooked by it.

You aren't alone......

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaK3DZ3v-WM

Also, because I only have like like 6 braincells, I forgot to mention that next session is Tuesday at the same time.

>>3966910
OH BOY, IT’S THE COURT

>>3966925
What’s MAM?
>>3966939
Kek
>inb4 Batman angrily resorting 45 different files into one singular file

>>3967039
Military-Aged Male

>>3967043
>Okay, I've managed to compile everything I have on him. It was annoying but I finally got it all sorted. Now I- What was that Barbara? He was using magic to disguise himself as a woman? Oh no. Please no. I have to check my notes now. He could be anyone.
>Paranoia intensifies

Bats better pray we never end up getting some hardcore illusionism in our repertoire.

>>3967069
Batman looks in the mirror.

> "He could even be me! No one is above suspicion! Nice try, Clayton!"

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>>3967075
>tfw he mistakenly deduces that Clayton is actually another persona of Clayface and that Clayface is not only a shapeshifting freak (and excellent actor) but also a master magician

>>3966939
Kek
At least he doesn't know about the other 30 Personas we keep.

So happy you came back to this QM. This is the best quest running on the site at the moment

>>3967111
>CLAY-ton
>CLAY-face
IT’S TOO OBVIOUS HOW COULD I HAVE NOT SEEN IT

>>3967313
Thanks, anon. I'm really glad to hear you're enjoying yourself so much!

Also, don't worry about me not finishing this. I've had enough QMs die on me to know how much it sucks, and I will not do the same.

Who knows, maybe I'll make a Twitter account or something to help maintain a steady flow of communication. Food for thought.

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>>3967574

>>3967574
A ruse so cunning even we could not see it. Truly bamboozled.

>>3967699
>>3967591
>We’re actually Clayface that got too method in a new role

>>3967706
kek

>>3967591
Next session when?

I'm in a creative mood right now and work is slow, so make your choice. Voting closes when the next session starts.

> Event from another character's POV (Specify character and event)

> Flashback sequence to the battle where we lost our unit

> Another character's perception of you

> Other


>>3969575
I run on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5 PM EST. I usually try to post a reminder a few hours in advance, but forgive me if I forget to.

>>3969586
Barbra’s POV

>>3969594
Dis

>>3969586
Cool beans, can't wait till next session!

>>3969594
Dis 2x

>>3969594
yes please

>>3969594
To clarify, do you want Barbara's overall perception of the personas she's encountered so far, or her POV during a specific event?

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>>3969594
Dis x3

Also, anyone else low key worried just how many bat family members are getting on our ass? If we take out Dick then Bruce will definitely put on his ass kicking boots and hit the streets. (Or he'll send his secret weapons Knight and Squire.)

>>3969651
Overall but mainly focused on the Gunsmoke incidents, I'm sure her ego is a little more than bruised but I wanna know just how mad she is about her knees.

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>>3969586
What's Selina and Bruce relationship right now?

>>3969728
The usual stuff. She has a thing for him, he's too obsessive about being Batman to stop.

>>3969750
We went through ''Selina changed for Bruce but realized he wouldn't/couldn't do the same for her and left him'' phase yet?

>>3969824
More of a "Views romantic relationships as a distraction from what matters" thing.

>>3969836
I want to stop Damien from being a thing and get Bruce and Selina to have a kid instead. A better kid. Who isn't a shitty rape baby. Who is shit. The little shit.

>>3969861
Damian mellows down actually, Jason on the other hand never graduates from edgelord state

>>3969910
Doesn't matter. Talia a skank and an absentee mother. Damien inferior.

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>>3969861
>and get Bruce and Selina to have a kid instead

>>3969914
Nah damien can stay, just let selina be the actual wife since talia fucks off to do league of shadows shit, like other anon said damien eventually stopped being a shit heel due to Bruce going out of his way to try to dad properly even though he is autistic as all hell cause batdad doesn't want a repeat of what he went through.

>>3970020
>literally cucking selina
Jesus and I thought I was an asshole.

>>3969651
Overall perception

>>3969651
Overall perception. We can go into specific events later for her.

>>3969651
Overall perception would be great.

If pressed for our real name in our detective persona, we should totally say Harry Dresden just to mess with him, or Jim Butcher if we want to be meta about it.

>>3971408
Im partial to Cohn Jonstantine

>>3971408
>"What's your real name?"
>Eugene Filbertzgerald.
>"Yeah maybe stick with the fake names instead."

>>3971408
What about Nick Charles?

>>3971408
Tyler Durden

>>3971408
actually just use the name bruce wayne, watch batman flip his damn shit
>I KNEW IT, I KNEW HE WAS ME!

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>>3972243
More like:
>WHY WOULD HE SAY THAT NAME, WHY NOW!?
>NO... DID HE HAVE PSYCHIC POWERS THIS WHOLE TIME!?
>HE KNOWS THAT BATMAN IS BRUCE WAYNE! HE'S TAUNTING ME!
>DAMN IT, WHO ARE YOU DRESDEN!?

>>3972391
>Nice to finally meet you like this, Batman.
>"Like this? What does he mean? Have we met before under different circumstances? Did he plan on meeting me specifically like this? Is he prepared to meet me in other ways? HAS HE BEEN WATCHING ME!? HOW MUCH DOES HE KNOW!?"

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>>3972608
>HOW DID HE KNOW MY IDENTITY AND THE NAME I'VE BEEN USING FOR HIS FILE?
>HE MUST HAVE ACCESS TO THE BATCOMPUTER'S FILES!
HE KNOWS EVERYTHING, HOW DID I NOT SEE IT
>HE HAS ALL MY FILES ON EVERY HERO AND VILLAIN. LITERALLY EVERYTHING IS COMPROMISED!
>NEW THREAT LEVEL: CATASTROPHIC - CALL EVERYBODY
pic related

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>>3972391
>>3972608
>>3972808

>>3966412
>The Orchid Transfigurations
The hours? In a DC quest? How the fuck would that work.

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>>3972391
>>3972608
>>3972808
Oh god my sides

>>3973428
I'm glad to see someone caught the reference. Don't worry, I'm merely borrowing the titles. I have my own magic in mind for them.

Session will resume in 4 hours.

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>>3975585
hype

>>3975585
BASED

>>3966910

The next morning, you awaken to find yourself plagued with uncomfortable questions. Who was watching your bout with Rockwell? Why did they leave a letter both thanking and threatening you? And most importantly, are they still monitoring you somehow?

It’s worth investigating, but for now you decide to:

> Keep it to yourself. Bringing anyone into the loop could also make them a target.

> Tell Jack. He can take care of himself, and he deserves to know.

> Other?

(Barbara’s perceptions will be posted at an appropriate time)

>>3975875
>> Tell Jack. He can take care of himself, and he deserves to know.
We didn't keep him in the dark up till now and neither did he

>>3975875
>> Tell Jack. He can take care of himself, and he deserves to know
Hes like a second suicidal father to me. I am compelled to inform ghost bro

>>3975875
>> Tell Jack. He can take care of himself, and he deserves to know.

>>3975875
>> Tell Jack. He can take care of himself, and he deserves to know.

>>3975877
>>3975880
>>3975887
>>3975888

Seems pretty unanimous, so I'll go ahead and call it. Writing.

>>3975875

Jack needs to know about this. After all, he’s the one who commissioned your investigation, so he may already be considered fair game.

Besides, Jack’s never kept you in the dark before, and you don’t intend to betray his trust.

You head out into the kitchen to find Jack fixing an omelet.

“Good morning, Sean. You look a bit down, did something happen?”

> “You need to take a look at this.” You grimly state, passing Jack the letter.

Jack reads over the letter silently.

“Interesting. I’m not familiar with this symbol, but judging from the letter’s contents, there is a highly organized group of Barbatos worshippers lurking in the shadows. Thank you for letting me know about this……..conspiracy that you inadvertently stumbled across. For now, I would recommend that we heed their warnings. After some time has passed and their attention has likely wandered, we can revisit our investigation. As always, just watch your back.”

Incidentally, I also have some news. My broker contact is still busy plugging some leaks in his organization, but has assured me he will be done by next week. Once again, you’ll be tasked with handing over HEPHAESTUS. Just giving you a heads-up.”

Looks like you’ve got a bit of spare time, how would you like to spend it? (Choose One)

> Try to find a Latin tutor
> Practice your Greek with Pandion
> Learn electronics from Gremlin
> Practice CQC with Genghis
> Learn infiltration from Cortez
> Practice a spell (Specify)
> Learn a new spell (Specify Nature)
> Practice Elemental combinations
> Read something (Specify)

>>3975903

As a reference, I've updated the pastebin with your library, and all your new skills.

>>3975903
>> Practice CQC with Genghis
Lets pretend the good old days are still here... at least for a little while.

> Practice your Greek with Pandion

>>3975914
>>3975925

I'll open voting for 5 more minutes to break the tie, and roll a tiebreaker if still tied.

>>3975903
>> Practice your Greek with Pandion

>>3975925
>>3975949

Looks like Greek practice wins.

Roll me some d100s

> DC 40 / 60 / 80

Rolled 49 (1d100)

>>3975960

Rolled 9 (1d100)

>>3975960

Rolled 1 (1d100)

>>3975960

>>3975974
:)

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>>3975974
I'm so sorry

>>3975978
At least it was greek and not combat

Oh no, it looks like we've managed to piss off the rage ghost. Or we somehow happened to headbutt a moose. That'll make it a little hard to concentrate.

>>3975960

You decide to brush up on your Greek with Pandion.

After summoning the Claw and greeting Pandion, he got you started on Greek pronunciations.

“REPEAT AFTER ME, WARRIOR.

Θα σε καταστρέψω στη μάχη, σκυλάκι!

NOW TRY IT YOURSELF.”

You’ve got this, just don’t screw it up.

> You take a deep breath and confidently state “Φέρτε την οργή του horus πάνω στον άγριους ληστές!”

“WARRIOR, DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOU JUST SAID!?”

> “Guess I messed up the pronunciation a bit, it can’t be that bad…….”

A white-colored portal opens followed by an arm attempting to drag you inside.

> Roll me some d100s+10

> DC 85

Rolled 89 (1d100)

>>3976003
Well shit.

Rolled 89 (1d100)

>>3976003

Rolled 26 + 10 (1d100 + 10)

>>3976003

>>3976007
>>3976010
Oh shit

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Rolled 9 + 10 (1d100 + 10)

>>3976003
kek, I was actually thinking this shit would happen, but then I thought "It's Greek, there's no way we can fumble it so bad we summon an eldritch abomination"

>>3976007
>>3976010

Success! Writing.

>>3976003

You manage to notice your potentially extra-dimensional intruder in the nick of time, and nimbly avoid being snagged by its grasping arm.

Now safely out of range, you watch it continue its fruitless attempts to grasp you, before receding back into the portal, which winks out of existence shortly afterward.

> “Pandion, what the fuck was that about?!”

“IT APPEARS THAT YOU ARE VICTIM OF YOUR OWN SUCCESS, WARRIOR! THE PHRASE THAT YOU WRONGFULLY SPOKE WAS USED BY GREEK ACOLYTES OF HORUS TO SUMMON A DIVINE AVENGER! THANKFULLY, YOU MANAGED TO DODGE ITS ATTEMPT TO PULL YOU INTO HORUS’ ARENA! SHALL WE CONTINUE!?”

> “I think I’m going to take a break for now. Thanks anyway, Pandion.”

After dismissing Pandion, you let out a breath you didn’t know you were holding. Jesus, that could have ended incredibly poorly. You’ve got to be more careful when dabbling with this kind of stuff.

You take a bit of time to de-stress, when your phone suddenly rings.

(TBC)

>>3976033
Can we use this as a spell now? :)

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>>3976033

“Hey, if it isn’t my favorite freelancer! How’re you doing, pal?”

Wonderful. It’s the Executive.

> “I’m actually kind of bu-”

“Great, glad I could catch you a good time! Do I have a heck of a job for you, Sean! Well, it’s more like a series of jobs rolled into one, but I’ll keep it simple for your sake. Basically, the Company needs you to stir the pot a little, if you catch my drift.”

> “I don’t follow. Can you stop dancing around the point and tell me already?” You coldly retort.

“Jeez, never any fun are you? Basically, things are a bit too stable in Gotham right now. MC&D needs you to join up with one of the local kingpins, help tip the balance of strength in their favor, and hopefully start a power struggle.

Since this a pretty important assignment, in addition to your monetary payment, I’m authorized to offer you some interesting bonuses. We could loan you out some men, help acquire new gear, even get you some rare antiques or books! Little birdie told me that’s right up your alley. So, what do you say?”

> Take the job.

> Refuse

> Ask more questions (Specify)
>>3976040

Technically. It would be the most inconvenient escape plan ever, though.

>>3976040
I'm thinking more along the lines of weaponizing it. If we're ever in a pickle against a tough costumer, we can say that phrase while trying to get our target in the perfect position to be snatched up int Horus' arena.

>>3976048
>> Ask more questions (Specify)
You're asking me to get in with a Kingpin, start some street wars and then hopefully survive long enough not to get killed?

>>3976048
Ask him what the time table is, you're about to head out for another mission and we can't take the job if it's going to be a long fucking shlog.

>>3976068
I'm retarded, that should be long enough to get paid, not get killed.

>>3976048
Do we get to choose who we join up with? Because I'm not keen on joining up with Joker or something.

Writing questions.

>>3976048

> So you’re asking me to join up with some bigshot and start a gang war?”

“No, not at all. THEY’LL start it on their own. What’s a good analogy? Alright, let’s pretend that the bigshot is a troubled youth with a penchant for arson. You’re not starting the fire, you’re just picking the lock to his dad’s toolshed, finding the gas cans, and giving him a pack of matches. Gotham crooks are greedy, and if you strengthen one enough, he’ll inevitably try to push out his rivals.”

> “What kind of timetable are we looking at here?”

“Long-term, but it’s not time sensitive. We know it’ll take time to truly build up. We’ll periodically reward you based upon your progress."

> “Do I get to choose who I work under?

“That’s been left to your discretion. And I need an answer.”

> Accept the job

> Refuse

>>3976095
>> Accept the job

>>3976095
> Accept the job
This is something we can do alongside other jobs, we get downtime pretty regularity so whats the downside other than the potential super attention?

>>3976095
Accept, but you'll need more details the usual way. (We should also probably make another identity to use)

>>3976107
For clarity's sake, what do mean by the usual way? The whole courier thing in the park was a part of your tryout, it won't be a regular procedure.

>>3976095
> Accept the job

>>3976104
>>3976105
>>3976107
>>3976126

Seems pretty unanimous, so I'll call it here. Writing.

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>>3976095

> “Fine. I’ll take the job.”

“I’ll pass it up the ladder. We’ll be in touch.”

You hang up, and put your head in your hands. Man, you really do not like that smarmy prick.

Well, might as well start deciding on who you’ll work under for the undetermined future.

Thankfully, you know just who to call.

“Gunsmoke! What’s up? It’s been a while man, heard from Gremlin that you’ve been keeping busy.”

> “Hey, Cortez. I’m looking for work, and a while back you mentioned that you’d drop my name in a few circles. Did you see any interest?”

“Did I ever! A few lieutenants from some of the higher-tier bosses made an open offer to meet.”

> “Which bosses?”

“The usual crowd; Penguin, Black Mask, Two-Face. Also, Bane, surprisingly. Guess he must feel some kinship for beating on a Bat.”

You decide to work for…..

> Penguin

> Bane

> Black Mask

> Two-Face

>>3976158
>> Bane
Bane's actually kind of bro tier. Also less likely to just kill us off for any reason.

>>3976158
Bane

>>3976158
>> Bane
UNIRONICALLY BASED AND BAT-PILLED

Feel free to keep voting, I just need to take a quick pit stop and get some grub. Voting's closed upon my return.

>>3976158
>Bane
Well I was hoping to get another new identity out of this. Bane can really help us with training too, if we can get him to go for it.

>>3976170
>"You shot a Bat in the knees yet it still walks."
>"You broke a spine over your knee but the Bat still walks."
>"Jajajaja we'll keep him."
I wonder how our first interaction with him will go.

>>3976158
> Bane
May as well, watching him get dragged into our lets fuck with batman as much as possible shenanigans will be hilarious.

THE FIRE RISES.

>>3976167
>>3976168
>>3976170
>>3976176
>>3976184

A surprisingly united vote for Bane. Writing.

>>3976158

> “Could you set up a meet with Bane’s crew?”

“Sure, I’ll send you the details tonight. Just remember me when you hit it big, huh? Hah, just messing with you, man! Stay safe out there.”

Looks like you can check that item off the agenda. You’ve still got some free time left today, how would you like to spend it? (Choose 2)

> Try to find a Latin tutor
> Practice your Greek with Pandion
> Learn electronics from Gremlin
> Practice CQC with Genghis
> Learn infiltration from Cortez
> Learn detective skills from Bobo
> Practice a spell (Specify)
> Learn a new spell (Specify Nature)
> Practice Elemental combinations
> Read something (Specify)

>>3976219
>Study Greek
Are we still locked out from our luck drain aura?

>>3976219
We do still owe Black Mask, SORT OF, although our freedom was mostly incidental... But we're the masters of our own destiny and I like Bane more.

>Practice Greek with Pandion
>Learn detective skills from Bobo

>>3976222
Yes, until the next mission is completed.

>>3976219
> Learn detective skills from Bobo
> Practice CQC with Genghis

Gimme gimme skills to pay the bills

>>3976219
>> Practice your Greek with Pandion
Since speaking some Greek can apparently summon things.
> Practice CQC with Genghis

>>3976219
>Practice Greek with Pandion
>Learn detective skills from Bobo

>>3976222
>>3976224
>>3976230
>>3976238
>>3976239

Greek practice confirmed, with a tie between detective training and CQC. Voting will be open for 5 minutes more, then I'll roll a tiebreaker.

>>3976219
>> Practice your Greek with Pandion
>> Practice CQC with Genghis

>>3976255
Bobo!

Rolled 1 (1d2)

Rolling for tiebreaker.

1 = CQC

2 = Detective training

>>3976219
Alright, we'll start with Greek practice first.

> Roll me some d100s (Minimum DC decreased due to previous failure)

> DC 30 / 60 / 80

Rolled 78 (1d100)

>>3976276
This time!!

Rolled 59 (1d100)

>>3976276
It's all Greek to me.

Rolled 52 (1d100)

>>3976276

>>3976282
A good success. Writing.

Rolled 18 (1d20)

>>3976276

You decide to give Greek another try, desperately hoping to avoid summoning another celestial being.

To your pleasant surprise, it actually goes very well. Maybe you’re just good with languages, or maybe Pandion is subconsciously passing it on to you, but you find that your command of the Greek language grows significantly after a few hours of practice.

> You are now (Proficient) in Greek. +15 to deciphering Greek texts.

After calling Genghis and confirming his availability to spar, Jack teleports you outside of the warehouse.

Upon entering, Genghis pauses his viewing of an old Kurosawa movie and readies himself for your spar.

Once again, you both agree to hand-to-hand as a warmup, before switching to knives.

> Roll me some d100s+10

Rolled 30 (1d100)

>>3976310
Shit, fumbled my roll. I'll just add this to Genghis' d100 to be fair.

Rolled 64 + 10 (1d100 + 10)

>>3976310

Rolled 73 + 10 (1d100 + 10)

>>3976310
btw pastebin doesn't show Gentleman Ghost or Set as contacts

>>3976323
Damn, must've deleted those by accident. Thanks, anon.

Also, need another vote in case of crits.

Rolled 48 + 10 (1d100 + 10)

>>3976310

>>3976323
Success. Writing.

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>>3976310

You’ve gotten better at holding your own when the fighting becomes mano-a-mano, and your performance in this spar reflects that.

You land a few solid combinations while managing to block most of what Genghis throws at you. You manage to weaken him to the point where you’re ready to go for the kill.

Your opportunity comes when Genghis gets a bit sloppy and throws an unbalanced punch. You manage to catch it, and leverage it to put him in a chokehold.

He struggles valiantly to escape your iron grip, but taps out when he realizes he can’t escape.

After a quick break to restore yourselves, you both bring out the knives. Yours, the Fairbairn-Sykes, while he brings out the same black tanto as last time.

“Well fought. But let’s see how well you fare in my area of expertise.”

> “Big talk. Let’s see if you can back it up.”

(Roll me some d100s + 15)

Rolled 76 + 15 (1d100 + 15)

>>3976343

Rolled 82 + 15 (1d100 + 15)

>>3976343

Rolled 27 + 15 (1d100 + 15)

>>3976343

>>3976346
How the turntables. 97 v. 35, success. Writing.

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>>3976343

Once again, both of you circle around each other, gauging for weaknesses.

You’ve got a better idea of Genghis’ fighting style after your last bout, and you immediately notice a glaring hole in his technique.

You feint a movement, and he leaves himself open enough for you to capitalize with a flurry of strikes that end with your knife at his throat.

“Impressive work. You’re reading me quite quickly.”

> “I noticed a problem with your technique. What you did wrong was…….”

You both continue to spar and trade pointers for a few hours, before concluding the session with the promise to continue at some point.

> Skill Improved: Hand-to-Hand Fighter. +20 to combat rolls when unarmed.

> Skill Improved Knife Fighter. +15 to combat rolls when using knives.

You can’t help but notice that Genghis is also improving along with you, which could lead to more challenging bouts in the future.

After getting a ride back home from Jack, you hear up some leftovers for dinner.

While you’re eating, you get a text from Cortez that says “9:30 PM tonight, Noonan’s Bar.” along with an address and a picture of who you’ll be meeting.

You decide to go

> Armed with your (.44 Magnum / 1911 / Beretta) and (Fairbairn-Sykes / KABAR / Knuckle Trench Knife)

> Armed with just your (Fairbairn-Sykes / KABAR / Knuckle Trench Knife)

> Unarmed

>>3976372
>Come armed with Beretta and Knuckle Trench Knife.

If he wanted us to come unarmed, he would have said. I don't see any reason why we shouldn't go strapped.

>>3976372
> Armed with just your (Fairbairn-Sykes / KABAR / Knuckle Trench Knife)
>>3976381
what this anon said
Also I take it as a given we are going as gunsmoke? Thats how we were introduced to them via proxy right?

>>3976389
Correct, also which knife have you chosen out of the 3?

>>3976393
I want to say KABAR, but in the spirit of cooperation ill say KTR

>>3976381
>>3976397

Writing.

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>>3976372

You decide to go with your Beretta and Knuckle Trench Knife. You’ve never been to Noonan’s Bar before, but judging from the address, it’s located in the Cauldron. You haven’t had much business in that neighborhood, but you’ve heard enough stories to keep you on you guard.

> A FEW HOURS LATER

Jack dropped you a few blocks away, and you made the journey with only the occasional mugger that correctly avoided you, as company.

The bar is pretty much what you expected. Dingy looking exterior, seedy looking interior. You were a bit phased by the demonic bartender, but nothing beats Oblivion when it comes to the weird factor.

Of course, considering your Gunsmoke getup, maybe you shouldn’t be so judgmental of weirdness.

Your introspection on the finer points of fashion are interrupted by someone calling your name.

“Gunsmoke! Over here.” You hear a heavily-accented voice yell.

Sure enough, it’s your contact, waving you towards a table crewed with four other hard-looking men.

“Name’s Bird.” He says, extending his hand for a shake, which you reciprocate.

“So you’re the guy Cortez has been repping. I’m glad to have the chance to meet someone able to go toe-to-toe with one of the Bats.

Before we start talking business, you want a drink? It’s on me.”

> Order a few drinks. He’s paying after all.

> Order a beer. You’re in a bar after all, refusing would be a snub.

> Decline. You’d prefer to have a clear head.

>>3976438
>Order a beer. You’re in a bar after all, refusing would be a snub.

'Ay, it's Baytor.

>>3976443
Ditto
>Inb4 people start asking why there’s so much loyalty for a hired gun?

>>3976438
> Order a beer. You’re in a bar after all, refusing would be a snub.
Lets indulge a little, we are supposed to be making connections. Also we should ask for a straw so we don't compromise our identity

>>3976446
Scratch the straw part, balaclavas have open mouths. Forgot that bit.

>>3976438
>>3976443
Watch while the keep prepares it to make sure nothing gets slipped in.

>>3976443
>>3976445
>>3976446
>>3976459

Seems pretty unanimous, so I'll call it here. Writing.