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>>5207972
https://youtu.be/MEVVvjOi5BQ

You’re suddenly jolted back awake as you feel the surge of power between dad and Vegeta. Your eyes focus on the pair, with the long, flowing, golden hair of Super Saiyan 3 contrasting sharply the more primate-like appearance of the Primal state of Super Saiyan. They fly up higher, looking like specks visually but feeling like two stars clashing from the raw power they’re radiating. Yet… even with all the power he has, dad’s not able to match Vegeta’s raw strength.

You next notice Tarble dash into the ring, raising up both hands, and then pulling them back as he goes Super Saiyan. Tien heads in as well as dad and Vegeta clash, with Vegeta still holding the upper hand. He’s confident. Timer’s counting down. Tarble avoids Tien’s attacks as best he can, but the Crane School Master has a definite upper hand. There’s a sonic boom that shakes the area as Vegeta knocks Goku down towards the ground with a furious punch. Dad… come on…

Wait. Wait, he’s planned this! Even as Tarble launches a Galick Gun at Tien, it’s just a distraction, and Tien seems to realize it too late! Dad’s fall accelerates as he recovers and gets into a dive! “DRAGOOOOOON…!”

Tien tries to ready a Solar Flare to counter, but Tarble manages to kick him in the gut to distract him. He’s prone for a moment, but it’s the moment that dad needs! With Tarble leaping back out of the ring, even Vegeta realizes what their plan is.

“FIIIIIIIST!”

With a golden dragon erupting from Goku’s fist, it engulfs Tien with overwhelming force, even as he tries to put up a barrier with the Spirit Bits. Light erupts across the arena, and when it fades, Tien’s knocked down, for the count.

Yet, looks like Vegeta was able to get out of active combat before he got time’d out as well. “Hmnh. I’ll hand it to you both, that is some impressive teamwork.” he admits. “Had it not been for Tien’s warning at the last moment, you’d be able to say you claimed victory against us.” Vegeta then smirks and points his thumb at himself. “Sadly, I’m still in this. And neither of you have the power to beat me.”

“Won’t know that unless we try.” dad responds cheekily.

Cocoa sits back, exhaling and rubbing the side of her head. “All this power they throw around is… kinda hard to take.” She looks a little tired… which is honestly understandable. She’s able to actually sense all this energy being thrown around, yet she’s way, way below anyone in this tournament.

>A. Yet it’s not power alone that’s winning this, it’s skill, teamwork. Even Vegeta’s kinda showing that
>B. You doing okay, Cocoa? I know it’s… a lot
>C. Keli, what do you think about that? Tien’s not as invincible as he seemed
>D. Something else?

>>5207974
>B.
>D. "How high do you want to push, Cocoa? You are learning this stuff."
>C.

>>5207974
This works >>5207998

>>5207974
>>5207998
Support.

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>>5207974
You place your hand on her shoulder, asking calmly and softly, “Hey, you okay, Cocoa? I know you’re still just… learning about this stuff, but, well, how high do you want to push?”

She refocuses herself and takes in a deep breath. “I… I think I’ll be okay. Don’t think I’ll ever actually want to be in that ring, but, I feel like I can adjust to knowing just… how far this all goes.” She places her hand on yours and smiles. “Plus, I do want to be there for you when you’re here, giving it your all.”

Aaaand you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. You do have to turn back and watch the match, but boy is that gonna leave you feeling all the more ready to win the next round. Speaking of which… ‘Hey, Keli, what do you think about that? Tien’s not as invincible as he seemed.’

‘True, but he’ll also be all the more ready for something like that.’ she replies. Dad actually carries Tien out of the ring, and also high-fives Tarble as the younger Saiyan switches in. Vegeta raises his eyebrow, curious.

“Are you going to challenge me, little brother?” Vegeta questions.

“I’m not holding any hopes of beating you like that.” Tarble states, pointing at his brother. “But I need to do this. I need to test for myself how far I’ve come.”

Vegeta seems amused by that. “Hmnh. Very well.” He powers down to base and walks in again, then transforms into normal Super Saiyan once more. “Show me what you’ve got!”

>A. Cheer on Tarble! He can do this!
>B. …This might actually be a strategy Tarble’s come up with. Hrmn. Keep watch over what dad’s doing
>C. So, Keli, if he’ll be ready for a sudden, overwhelming attack, what strategy do you propose?
>D. Something else?

>>5208136
>A
>B
>C
>D. If Tarble can break into Super Saiyan 2 he might have a chance catching Vegeta offguard.

>>5208136
>B.
>C.
>D. Keep an eye on this fractionally humbler, canny Vegeta. Something tells me that's not his last surprise.

>>5208136
Backing
>>5208142
>>5208159

>>5208159
Will you ever see it coming?

Rolled 12, 12, 16 = 40 (3d20)

Hmm.

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>>5208136
…Hrmn. They might be up to something. You’ll need to keep watch over what dad’s doing, but also, Tarble might be able to surprise Vegeta… if he can ascend beyond Super Saiyan. At the same time, Vegeta’s been humbled once already, and he’s pretty crafty when he needs to be. He could still have something up his sleeves. …Well, gloves.

Either way, you know what you have to do. “Come on, Tarble! You can do this! Show ‘em what you’ve been training for!” The pair launch at one another, Vegeta more testing the waters while Tarble gives it his all. It does actually leave Vegeta on the back foot a bit, though he still doesn’t seem worried. You contact Keli again, asking her, ‘If you don’t think an overwhelming and sudden attack will work as well, what do you propose?’

‘Something that doesn’t require us actively planning it out, but can be set up pretty early… maybe like your Ki mines. Hrmn. I’ll need to think a bit more, but I’m starting to hatch a plan.’

‘Keep me updated.’ A spin on the Ki mines… maybe that could work. As you see Tarble trying his all, you notice that dad’s powered down, and is actually trying to recover as much Ki as he can. Ahhh, clever! But is that all? Vegeta does seem aware of this, but he isn’t too bothered by it. Tarble keeps pressing on, taking the fight into the air, but Vegeta ends up going on the offensive now… and it’s a bit hard for Tarble to keep up. They’re out of visual range again… but there’s something odd you’re noticing. Tarble’s charging some kind of Ki sphere. What’s he-?

‘Ghost Pepper, keep your goggles on! Over!’ mom warns suddenly, and you can feel her teleport next to Baozi.

Wha-? OH!

“BURST OPEN AND MIX!”

You feel Tarble’s Ki surge up high, and dad keeps his eyes shut tight as he keeps trying to recover Ki. Vegeta attempts to stop Tarble from transforming, hitting the Power Ball, but it’s too late to prevent it completely. Tarble lets out a roar and knocks Vegeta back down, trying to contain the mixed power of Super Saiyan and Oozaru.

Vegeta… laughs. A genuine, almost… friendly, laugh. “Hahaha… hahahaha! You know what, little brother? I’m actually impressed. You’ve really come into your own. But can you contain all that power?”

“Let’s find out, brother!” he responds in a roar, launching at Vegeta again.

>A. Now THAT’s a surprise! Come on Tarble, keep at this!
>B. Mmmh. That’s good, but it might not have actually been the best move…
>C. Something else?

Is there something else Peppa could be doing?

>>5208470
>A.

>>5208540
Yes, there is.

>C. Telekintic snack eating time. Any food nearby?

>>5208551
That's the initiative I like to see, HAGWAG.

>>5208470
>B.
Tactically, Goku could have made better use of it, closer in power.

But also,

>>5208551

>>5208551
Support.

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>>5208470
“Now THAT’S a surprise! Come on Tarble, keep at it! You can do this!” you cheer. You… then feel a bit of the munchies creeping up on you, and you check around for some snacks. Cocoa’s got popcorn. Popcorn, yes, good. You politely ask her for some, and use telekinesis to march them to your mouth. After you’re done, she ruffles your hair a bit, teasingly calling you a dork. That may be so, but you’re a dork with some good snacks.

https://youtu.be/0JjnTTASvYE

Vegeta still doesn’t seem like he’s taking things too seriously just yet, but he is much more engaged with the battle now, not yet back in his Primal state, but actually trading blows with Tarble. While the younger Saiyan does have substantially more power at his disposal, and surprisingly fairly good control over the form for now, it remains to be seen if it’s enough to really close the gap. The bigger issue for Tarble is one that all Oozaru kinda have, much more mass to move around. While his speed’s kept up with his power increase, he’s a bigger target, and Vegeta’s a smaller one. He needs something else to really get this done.

That’s when dad finally has finished recovering his Ki, and he powers right back up into Super Saiyan 3, blasting into combat and… oh, clever! “RAIO-KEN!” Goku yells as his aura blazes and sparks even higher, the raw speed tearing up the tiled floor as he manages to get a solid hit in on Vegeta. The Saiyan prince immediately goes back into Primal, and while he’s got the power advantage, dad can react just a bit faster with the Raio-ken. And that’s not all. Tarble is able to pepper him with Ki blasts and the occasional mouth beam. Vegeta’s on the defensive! They can do this!

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>>5208961
And… Vegeta actually looks thrilled, to your surprise. That’s… kinda worrying. Dad keeps dashing around him, pelting him with lighter jabs, kicks, and elbow strikes, and topping it off with the Meteor Combination, but Vegeta quickly recovers, a sphere of spiraling Ki forming in his palm. He leaps up into the air...

“SUPER GALICK GUN!” Tarble roars, firing up at him.

Yet Vegeta rockets at the attack, the spiraling sphere still in hand, and actually pushes the beam back. Dad tries to intervene, but Vegeta blasts him away with his free hand. Eventually he’s able to force the attack back at Tarble, the arena again shaking from the sheer force of the attack connecting. Tarble falls back, prone, his power starting to fade.

Goku tries to get over to help his partner, but Vegeta grabs his brother’s massive form by the tail, grinning wide. He then lifts Tarble up, and uses him as a massive club to smack Goku down underneath. Dad tries to get up, but Vegeta leaps up and stomps down, pinning them both. And… the count runs out.

“SON GOKU AND TARBLE HAVE BEEN IN THE RING TOO LONG!” Pilaf declares. “VEGETA AND TIEN ADVANCE TO THE DAY’S FINAL ROUND!”

The crowds cheer, Tien having regained consciousness after being healed up and nodding approvingly. Vegeta holds up a fist, panting in exhaustion, but… happy, surprisingly. He jumps down, walking out of the ring as dad is able to get up from under Tarble, wiping his brow as he powers down.

“H-heh… d-damn, good one, Vegeta…” Goku admits. Tarble slowly sits up as well, hanging his head a bit.

Vegeta looks back at them. “You’ve come a long way, Tarble.” he… says in genuine praise, to Tarble’s surprise. “You and Kakarot truly did come close to defeating me, and just might have if not for the rules of this Tournament. Keep improving. Continue to prove our father wrong. And be ready to face me again, with nothing holding us back.”

Goku lets out a soft chuckle, looking up at the large form of Tarble. “Wow… guess our training really did pay off, huh?”

Tarble nods down at Goku, then gives Vegeta a thumb’s up.

So. This is it. Pilaf says there will be a short intermission before today’s final match, but then… it’ll be the four of you.

And you and Keli are ready. Ready to win!

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #45… Paused.
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>>5208963
Fun had! See you tomorrow!

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>>5208969
Glad to hear!

And we're back!

>>5208963
You give Cocoa a kiss on the cheek and teleport back to Keli. She seems determined, but also very aware of how challenging this all will be. There’s still some time before it starts. Let’s see… there are Vegeta and Tien, getting healed up. Dad and Tarble are flying out of the arena, looks like mom and uncle Acer are following them. Fu’s actually done some ring repair again and… is casually chatting with Pilaf some more. Izzy and Pantea are talking with Videl and Kuriza, and a few other fighters are more or less just waiting. You catch Basilea glance at you and just give a nod.

Last chance you’ll get to talk with anyone before it all starts, or do any last prep work. Is there anything you need to do, anyone you want to talk with?

>A. Chuu Lee and Mark might have some good insight
>B. Should check up on dad and Tarble, that was a good match!
>C. See if Vegeta and Tien are up for a quick talk before things start
>D. Maybe you should talk with Basilea a bit
>E. You and Keli should focus on strategy. Anything else the two of you need to discuss?
>F. Something else?

>>5209653
>F. Meditate for a bit on the battles so far, mostly our own and our opponents, but the others we've seen as well. What has been done, what worked and didn't, what might have been. See if any insights and inspirations come from that.

Then,
>E.

>>5209653
I wanna prioritize
>B.
>F. See if we can tease any hints on upcoming tactics from the tuffltwins.
>D.

>>5209653
First >>5209706
Then >>5209705

>>5209706
>>5209715
Fine by me, support.

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>>5209705
>>5209706
>>5209715
>>5209730
Support!

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>>5209653
“Gonna check up on dad and Tarble, and maybe see if mom and uncle Acer have anything to say.” you tell Keli.

“All right. Might be worth that input.” she says with a nod, the both of you heading out. You… surprisingly catch glimpse of Tarble’s form shrinking back down. Huh. Vegeta did destroy the Power Ball, but had the Blutz Waves faded from him already?

Goku pats his shoulder. “You did great out there. Might not be taking home the Champ title, but you came pretty close.”

Tarble smiles and nods. “Thank you. I… still have a long ways to go, but I feel more capable than ever of protecting my home.”

“Tarble!” a soft, almost squeaky voice calls to him. Ahh, it’s his wife, Gure. The little alien woman hugs him tight.

“I’m glad for you too.” you add as you walk closer. “But man, pulling out that trick was something else! Went above even my own expectations!”

He rubs the back of his neck bashfully. “Thank you, Peppa.”

“So, you did manage to beat Tien, but Vegeta learned his lesson from last match pretty well.” Keli brings up, getting to the point.

Maple nods in agreement. “Can’t underestimate him. It was a good strategy, but…” She places her hands on her hips. “Maybe a bit more warning next time before you toss a Power Ball up into the air, yeah? Had to get Baozi some glasses with seconds to spare.”

The two Saiyan men laugh nervously. “Yyyyeah, but hey, worked out in the end, right?”

Maple boops him on the nose. “Becaaaause, monkey boy…?”

“Ehehehe…” He rubs his head. “Because I’ve got a pretty clever wife?”

Acer shakes his head. “Same as ever, Goku.”

“A-anyway.” Keli speaks up again. “We’re up against them next.”

“We’ve got our strategies, but what about you guys? Anything you’d have done differently, dad, Tarble? How about you, mom? Uncle Acer?”

Goku crosses his arms. “Well, might have been able to wear him down more if I kept my distance better. That Primal form is seriously tough, but if we could just keep avoiding the worst hits, we might be able to hit him with a lucky ring-out.”

“I’ve got something I’ve developed specifically to deal with Vegeta’s new power.” Maple states confidently. “Don’t know how well it’ll work in combat, but the idea behind it is solid.”

You tilt your head. “…And that might be?”

She winks and grins cheekily. “A secret. For now.”

Damn. Oh well. “Still, there’s also Tien to worry about.”

Keli nods. “Master Tien’s not invincible, but he’s also a lot harder to really deal with.”

“He is, yes, but his skillset is closer to one we’re more readily able to deal with.” Acer states. “Plus I don’t think he’s as capable of sharing his power with Vegeta as w-mhurh-” Maple covers his mouth and gives him a glare.

“Brobro.” she warns.

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>>5209946
“Ahem.” he coughs. “Anyway, we’ve got our ways of handling them.”

“So you do.” Keli comments, narrowing her eyes.

Goku places his hands behind his head. “Well, I’m gonna get some grub. That fight really worked up an appetite!”

“Hah, I can agree with that.” Tarble chuckles, walking off with him.

‘Well. That’s a bit of insight into it. Fusion?’ you telepathically ask Keli.

‘They can certainly fuse, but I don’t think it’s something your mom would try to keep secret…’ she points out.

Well, in any case, you’ve gotten some things to think on. Walking back, you’re actually approached by Basilea. She looks down at you. “…Peppa.”

“Yes, Basilea?”

She takes in a deep breath. “Good luck.”

You smile. “Thanks.”

Keli raises an eyebrow. “Is that all?”

“The sooner this is over, the sooner I don’t have to babysit… him… any longer.” she glares in Fu’s general direction. She thinks it’s supposed to look cool and intimidating, but really it just comes off as goofy. You do your best to keep yourself from giggling. “What?”

“Nothing, nothing… heh, just, the relationship between you two seems a lot more… normal, than I was expecting.”

Basilea pouts. “Hey!”

“Not a bad thing.” you tell her.

She shakes her head and closes her eyes. “…Keli. I know you and Melee have talked more about your pact, and that shared power you now have with her. Have you found what the two of you need to bring the most out of it?”

She nods. “I believe so. But one way to find out.”

“Then be wary of the triclops, and in spite of what your pride might tell you, you’ll only be at a disadvantage if you face him with your best.” she says bluntly.

“I’m aware of that.” Keli retorts.

“Then good luck to you as well.” She turns and walks away.

Still got some time left. You and Keli find a place to sit and meditate for a bit, with you going over all the fights you’ve had in the tournament so far, and all the matches they’ve had as well. Everything that worked. Everything that didn’t. Everything that the two of you still wanted to try. From how you tried to bring the best out of Sibella and Kokoro, how Basilea showed off plenty of new tricks and Fu gave glimpse on just how strong he really is, how Videl gave it her all and how Kuriza tapped into a new, glorious golden form.

(cont.)

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>>5209947
How Vegeta and Tien were able to overcome the PTO fighters with relative ease, how Chuu Lee was able to overcome Vegeta but fall to Tien in the end, how dad took out Tien but he and Tarble weren’t ready for how crafty a humbled Vegeta could be. You and Keli have options. Taking out Tien first to leave Vegeta without the support will mean Vegeta’s going to be more on-guard. Trying to focus on Vegeta first means a lot more effort put in to take him down, and Tien will be backing him up every step along the way. Keli did suggest the Ki mines, set them and have Tien worry over other things. That’s one thing you can work with. They’ll have expectations given how the two of you have handled yourselves so far… is there some other way you might be able to surprise them?

‘Well Peppa, what do you think?’ Keli questions.

>A. I think we’re ready, we’ve done all the prep we need. Let’s win this!
>B. We need to focus on who to take out first, then everything will fall into place
>C. Hmm… think we can manage to time-out both of them? It’ll be risky, but we just might have the skills to do it
>D. Something else?

Okay, that all said,

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #45… Paused.
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>>5209948
>B. We need to focus on who to take out first, then everything will fall into place

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>>5209948
>B.
>D. "Maybe I can get Vegeta to use Super Saiyan 3. He relies on Primal so much, he's probably never transformed into 3."

>>5209948
Fun had, boss.

>B.

>>5209948
>B.
>D. Implement trash talk, but only on Tien. It'll drive Vegeta nuts.

>>5210643
Friendly bantz is good.

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Sorry about the delay, people can NOT drive in the damn rain down here.

But we are back!

>>5209948
‘We need to focus on who to take out first, then everything else will fall into place.’ you tell Keli.

‘So… Vegeta? Master Tien?’

The two of you stand up, walking towards the ring. ‘Gotta see how things start off, but I think I’ve got something.’

Tien and Vegeta head in after the two of you, staring you down. “So, are you ready to lose in our rematch, Peppa?” Vegeta questions with a smirk.

You… ignore him, just letting out a chuckle, and looking to Tien. “You know, I gotta hand it to you, you’re even better than mom said you were, Mr. Tien.” You stretch a bit, psyching yourself up. “But I gotta wonder… are you really ready for Keli to surpass you?”

“That remains to be seen.” Tien responds, looking over to her.

Keli seems to catch on to what you’re doing. “I’ll be fighting with the intent to do so. Peppa and I are going to win not only this match, but the match after it. We’ll be the Mifan Champions!” Vegeta narrows his eyes slightly, as if he’s asking himself if he’s being ignored, but makes no outward comment.

Pilaf announces out. “The day’s final match! Son Peppa and Keli vs. Tien and Vegeta? Fighters ready? BEGIN!”

>A. You’ll start things off! Bait out Tien to face you!
>B. Keli, you’re up. Show Tien what you can do!
>C. Oh, something wrong Vegeta? If you think you can beat us, by all means, you’re welcome to try!
>D. Something else?

>>5210875
>A.
>D. Make it clear that we know he's the one to beat.

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>>5210875
>A.
>D. Charge up our ki in our base form as much as we can!

>>5210875
Support!
>>5210907
>>5210911

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Rolled 13, 11, 1 = 25 (3d20)

All righty, real quick, roll me 2d20, best of three! DC is 13 for both!

Rolled 1, 10 = 11 (2d20)

>>5210916

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Rolled 13, 20 = 33 (2d20)

>>5210916

Rolled 18, 16 = 34 (2d20)

>>5210916

Rolled 10, 19, 2 = 31 (3d20)

>>5210918
>>5210920
>>5210923
Passed both! If with difficulty at first. Writing...

Can the Clothes Beam be turned around into a dematerialization beam?

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>>5210875
You point towards Tien. “If we can take you down, this match is as good as won! And I’m betting it’ll be a bit easier than our previous matches.” Keli backs out of combat and waits patiently as Tien takes a Crane stance.

“I can see what you’re trying to do. It’s not going to work.” he warns, Vegeta grumbling as he heads back.

Your aura flares up as you raise your power up as high as you can take it without transforming, then launch forward at Tien, who blocks your leading chop and attempts a knee strike to your gut. You avoid it by leaping up and over him, attempting a spin-kick to the back of his head. Tien ducks down and backs away, taking a defensive stance. You rush him again, but this time as you try for a swerving punch to the side of his head, he blocks your attack with one palm with ease, then countering with a Machinegun punch that you have to block in response.

Keli actually takes this opportunity to try and teleport in and deliver an axe kick down at him, but not only does he avoid it, he actually manages to grab her leg as it comes down and flings her at you. She fires off a Ki blast that does hit true, but doesn’t do as much damage as she wanted as you catch her. “I can understand testing the waters a bit, but it doesn’t quite match the bravado you were showing just now. What do you hope to accomplish with that display?”

You grin. “Already told you. You’re the main threat.”

You sense Vegeta move in, Tien attempting to hold you and Keli in place with Telekinesis… but then you show him that your own skills with that are nothing to scoff at, as you cause Vegeta to overshoot you and Keli and come crashing into Tien, Keli firing and hitting the Saiyan prince in the back as she gets out of combat.

While knocked down, it’s not enough to keep him down for the count. Tien gets back up, and Vegeta glares at you again. “Are you really going to keep up this little act, Son Peppa?” he questions. “You’re trying some little trick, but I’m going to tell you here and now it’s not going to work. In fact, you’ll only delay the inevitable.”

>A. Keep focus on Tien, Vegeta can’t stay in the ring forever
>B. Bait Vegeta a bit, so he’ll be less focused on teamwork with Tien
>C. Set Ki mines while making it look like you’re trying to fight like normal
>D. Power up to Super Saiyan! Time to escalate!
>E. Something else?

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>>5210989
>A.
>C.
>E. Raio-Ken to Kaio-Ken switcheroo

>>5210989
>>5210994
Yeah okay I dig this.

>>5210989
Support! >>5210994

>>5210989
>>5210994 +1

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Okay, real quick! Roll me 3d20 this time, best of three! DC is 14 for all!

Rolled 19, 19, 4 = 42 (3d20)

>>5211009

Rolled 14, 5, 16 = 35 (3d20)

>>5211009

Rolled 17, 5, 14 = 36 (3d20)

>>5211009

Rolled 11, 7, 19 = 37 (3d20)

>>5211009

Rolled 5, 10, 10 = 25 (3d20)

>>5211013
>>5211014
>>5211015
Passed all!

>>5211019
Ooh, so close to a triple 19.

Okay! I need to get some shut-eye, but we'll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST, hopefully without any traffic issues this time. Thank you all for playing, and stay safe out there!

>>5210988
https://youtu.be/dhqo443luq0

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>>5210989
Your aura starts to surge up with a reddish tint as you yell out “Kaio-KEN!” and swerve around Vegeta and manage to get a decent hit in on Tien. Not enough to do much lasting damage, but just sudden enough to leave a mark. Vegeta powers up to Super Saiyan and launches a barrage of Ki blasts in your direction, but you use the Raio-ken to move out of the way and get way over to the other side of the ring. Tien however redirects the Ki blasts that are now headed towards him with Telekinesis and flings them right back at you. Your speed keeps them at bay, and subtly you start setting up some Ki mines, making it look like you’re hitting the floor to help you move out of the way of the Ki blasts, even setting a few in the places the deflected Ki blasts land. Vegeta’s forced to back out of combat, trying to refocus himself.

You circle around the ring and switch right back into Kaio-ken, and while he sees it coming, Tien’s unable to dodge it, and is forced to tank the hit with his arms. Even with him pulling out a sudden Kaio-ken as well, it’s definitely left a mark again. Good. This is working. But it also looks like he’s ready to switch in with Vegeta…

>A. Keli, jump in! Tien won’t feel the need to switch if you’re against him
>B. Try to keep him in the ring! Your plan’s just started, need to get everything right
>C. Hit Super Saiyan as well! Vegeta’s gonna be a problem, but maybe you can hold him off until Tien thinks he’s ready to face you again
>D. Something else?

>>5211915
>A.
>D. Ki Pass to Keli to help boost her next move.

>>5211915
Support >>5211936

Tien's third eye should be susceptible to gusts of wind, causing him to blink.

>>5211915
HAGWAG supports >>5211936 as well

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Rolled 14, 18, 6 = 38 (3d20)

Okay! Roll me 2d20 this time, best of three! DC is 14 for both!

Rolled 13, 12, 7 = 32 (3d20)

>>5212053

>>5212059
2d20, 2d20.

Rolled 14, 14 = 28 (2d20)

>>5212053

>>5212062
My bad

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Rolled 2, 15 = 17 (2d20)

>>5212053

Rolled 12, 2, 6 = 20 (3d20)

>>5212059
>>5212065
>>5212079
Okay! Passed both! Writing...

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>>5211915
As Tien starts to move back, you actually do the same, telepathically contact Keli. ‘Jump in! Tien won’t feel the need to switch if he’s facing you!’

‘Got it!’ She leaps in and lands ahead of you, the two of you high-fiving as you share a bit of your Ki with her.

Tien stops, glancing at Vegeta and nodding. He places his hands behind his back and walks forward casually. You can tell, however, his guard isn’t down as he approaches. “Are you really prepared to take me down, Keli? I’ve studied your new strength well. It’s impressive. But it can’t win against me.”

“Then it’s a good thing you taught me to not rely on just one trick to win every fight.” She powers up into Kaio-ken and uses Instant Transmission to get up close. Tien stops her fist… but that was a feint, and with her free hand she lassos his leg, then dodges a chop as she knees him in the gut, pulling to trip him up and bring him down. You see Tien mutter something as he blocks her next attack, the red aura of Kaio-ken fading into a brilliant white one, most of it concentrated around his arm as he blocks a Crane Strike and then pushes her back, using his other hand to fire a Ki blast at her lasso.

Keli tries to fire off a Dodonpa, but Tien counters with one of his own, with a lot more power behind it than hers has. She’s knocked back, but still holding up well. You see Vegeta still feels annoyed, but he’s also still fairly focused. Let’s see… what next…

>A. Keli, lasso him into the Ki mines!
>B. Head in when you see an opening and try a combo move!
>C. Switch up! In fact, keep switching to keep him guessing!
>D. Power up to Super Saiyan and really kick this into high-gear!
>E. Something else?

>>5212136
>E. Stay on the sides and bonk Vegeta with a materialized staff anytime he tries to get into the ring.

>>5212136
>B.
>E. Handle Vegeta as casually as possible if he comes in to counter.

>>5212136
>A.
>E.
Have her lasso to link the Ki mines together, so when he's hit by one, he's hit by all of them.

While Peppa does this
>>5212163
>>5212170

>>5212136
>>5212177
Oh, and throw in a vote for D for the combo, for good measure.

>>5212170
>>5212177
Sure!

>>5212177
>>5212179
Yeah aight.

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Rolled 5, 15, 3 = 23 (3d20)

Okay! Roll me 4d20, best of three! DC is 14 for the first two, 15 for the last two!

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Rolled 1, 18, 2, 11 = 32 (4d20)

>>5212204
BONK!

Rolled 18, 9, 4, 19 = 50 (4d20)

>>5212204

Rolled 5, 20, 11, 9 = 45 (4d20)

>>5212204

Rolled 4, 6, 17, 10 = 37 (4d20)

>>5212204
Wheeeee

>>5212207
>>5212208
We almost passed all 4

Rolled 15, 1, 4 = 20 (3d20)

>>5212205
>>5212206
>>5212207
Passed three!

>>5212208
>>5212210
Ooh, so close!

Okay, pausing for now, but we'll be back tomorrow usual time of ~6:30 pm PST. Thanks for playing, and stay safe out there!

>>5212215
Night boss. Take it easy. See you tomorrow!

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>>5212136
>Keli tries to fire off a Dodonpa, but Tien counters with one of his own, with a lot more power behind it than hers has. She’s knocked back, but still holding up well.
That's not how the Dodonpa works. It's more on where the body is struck with it instead of how hard the body is struck, and it doesn't knock people back if done correctly, it goes through them, or into them to fuck up their body. It only needs as much ki as it needs to be effective.

It's the Golden Gun of ki attacks.

>>5212424
No it's not. And that has nothing to do with what you quoted, Angry.

>>5213035
Well, why do you think these things, nameless person?

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>>5212217
Thanks!

And okay, we are back!

>>5212136
‘Keli, I’ve got an idea. Lasso the Ki mines together so you can knock Tien into them and all will converge on him. I’ll keep Vegeta off your back.’

‘Sounds like a plan. And I’ve got an idea on how to keep him from focusing on that plan.’ Keli starts to power up. “Master Tien, I know you want to see this new power I’ve achieved first hand. And you know what? I’ll show it. But first, let me ask: have you figured out HOW I use it?”

He raises an eyebrow at her, visibly on-guard. “Oh? Well, I can tell a lot from just the subtle shifts in your Ki. Your pact with your partner is the most important aspect. Your energy is harmonized, but also driven to new heights. I’ve sensed, however, that it’s incomplete in a way.”

“You’re right.” Keli admits. “I wasn’t completely sure how to harmonize it, to be honest. The mindset, emotions, I needed the right catalyst.” She smirks, the dark aura surrounding her. “Think I’ve gotten a better handle on it now, though. It’s something that Melee and I both share, an emotion that can push both of us to reach new heights, to victory.”

Tien’s aura flares up as well. “That being?”

https://youtu.be/A1OPeV-R91o

She smirks. “Desire.” Keli throws out a Ki lasso, enhanced with tremendous power, in Tien’s direction.

He dodges away from it, calling out, “SAMMA VACA!” Her Ki does drop, but Keli doesn’t let up. The Ki lasso connects with one of your Ki mines, and Tien tries to move away from it. Only for Keli to then teleport to his side and get a lucky hit in with a knee strike.

Vegeta finally jumps in, but you do the same, going Super Saiyan and materializing a quarterstaff to block his attack, even doing so casually. It works… at first, then Vegeta chops it in half, and punches you in the face. Ow. You back up a bit, looking at the broken bits of the staff, and block his next attack with one… while bonking him on the head with the other.

It doesn’t hurt him, but it does somewhat confuse and continue to annoy him, as you show still you’re not really taking him seriously. You then kick off him while Keli has her Ki lasso stretch out across the rest of the Ki mines, linking them all together. Tien finally realizes what the two of you are doing, but does so too late, as you slam your fist into him and knock him down into one of the mines. And that sets off the chain reaction, all the mines converge around Tien and explode! (And get the strangest sense that Piccolo’s nodding in approval.)

(cont.)

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>>5213254
You... also kinda get caught in the explosion yourself, though you’re able to take the damage fairly well. Better than Tien, at least, because he’s hit pretty bad from that, but he’s not down yet. Keli’s still depowered from the Samma Vaca, but she might be able to win this on her own. Then again, while it might be cutting it close, if the two of you attack together, you’ll definitely take him out. There’s still Vegeta to be aware of, though, he’s got his guard up now and might try something risky…

>A. Head out! Keli, you’ve got this!
>B. Together, Keli! Let’s take Tien down!
>C. Keep Vegeta occupied, ensure he doesn’t cause any interruptions
>D. Something else?

>>5213256
>D. Tell Keli out loud that we take Tien out together, telepathically tell her to take Tien solo, piledrive the living shit out of Vegeta when he tries to move in.

>>5213256
>>5213270
Support
I do have an idea.
>E. Multi-form to set up a Peppa A to recover on the side. Have Peppa B distracts Vegeta with teleporting when he moves in. Then instant transmission Peppa A in when Peppa B needs aid.

Peppa A talks normal and Peppa B can use the evil Baby Voice.

>>5213256
Sure
>>5213270
>>5213279

>>5213279
Would Peppa B mooning Vegeta turn him Primal?

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Rolled 10, 8, 13 = 31 (3d20)

Okay! Roll me 3d20, best of three! DC is 14 for the first two, 16 for the last!

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Rolled 3, 6, 3 = 12 (3d20)

>>5213297
dattebayo!

Rolled 12, 13, 16 = 41 (3d20)

>>5213297

Rolled 16, 15, 12 = 43 (3d20)

>>5213297

Rolled 20, 16, 17 = 53 (3d20)

>>5213298
>>5213299
>>5213329
Passed all! Writing...

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>>5213256
You point out at Tien. “Keli! Let’s take ‘em out, and finish this together!” Then telepathically, you clarify, ‘You get Tien, I’ll hold off Vegeta!’

https://youtu.be/MEVVvjOi5BQ

She nods, then bursts forward, trying for a sudden barrage of Crane Strikes, but Tien’s able to put up his defenses in time, blocking her hits and trying to counter. Vegeta begins to charge up a Galick Gun as you look like you’re about to help her… buuut you instead teleport behind him, grappling him and pile driving him into the ground! Using the Multi-Form, you next leave one copy behind to distract him with rapid teleport-dodging, while the other you gets out of combat and charges to try and restore your Ki. Vegeta gets increasingly angry, even powering up to Super Saiyan 2 as he tries to hit you, but your copy is just quick enough to avoid the hits. Good thing, too, else he’d probably knock Peppa B down cold with a single hit.

Time’s of the essence. Count of seven… six… five-NOW! You teleport to your copy and both of you hit Super Saiyan 2 at the same time, one bonking Vegeta on the head as the other hits him out of combat. “Wait your turn, Vegeta, we’ll deal with you soon.” Peppa B tells him, slipping into the Baby Voice a bit- …Okay now that you hear it yourself it’s DEFINITELY a little eerie. The two of you recombine and get out of combat. Up to Keli now.

Tien places his hands forward, almost attempting a point-blank Solar Flare, sprouting extra arms to keep Keli occupied trying to deflect the attacks. But right before he lets it out, Keli actually manages a Ki blast right in his face… a surprising one, at that. “HELL BLITZ!” He’s knocked back, and Keli tries to draw up all her strength, actually managing to get beyond the Samma Vaca depowering she was hit with earlier. Winds swirl around her right arm, mixing with chaotic black and white energy, and with one mighty blow, Keli calls out, “SHO! TEN! KEEEEEN!”

You can almost hear Chuu Lee cheering for her. Tien is knocked high into the air, but he recovers and sets eight Spirit Bits, each empowered with Light Magic, to blast down at Keli. She dodges around them, yet one seems to hit! …And it’s an afterimage! Keli uses Instant Transmission to teleport right above him, hands together, then forming a triangle. Tien’s surprised… yet there’s also a slight smile on his face.

“TRI-BEAM! HAAAAAA!”

Tien is knocked completely out of the ring, landing in a square hole in the dirt. She did it. She did it!

…Aaaand Vegeta’s mad now. You can sense the power radiating off of him.

>A. Keli, switch out and let me hold off Vegeta!
>B. Build up some strength, she can keep him at bay for a bit
>C. Time for a combo! Take on Vegeta together!
>D. Something else?

>>5213402
>C.
>D. Open up the throttle, he's going to make us take him seriously now.

>>5213402
>A.
Telepathically tell her to ready for a combo move
>D.
Go into SS 2 [enhanced]
>E.
Suggest Vegeta into using that power going into Super Saiyan 3 instead of going Primal.

>>5213402

>>5213421
Nevermind, scratch that.

I'll go with >>521341

>>5213429
>>5213419
Whoops, I meant this one.

I also recommend using the Janken Volley Ball Fist

>>5213402
>Tien’s surprised… yet there’s also a slight smile on his face.
You've been using this phrase a lot for these tourney battles.

>>5213430
I'm down with this.

>>5213419
>>5213430
Sure.
Good with full power for SS2 as well

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Rolled 20, 9, 9 = 38 (3d20)

Okay! Real quick, roll me 2d20, best of three! DC is 14 for the first, 15 for the last!

Rolled 12, 9 = 21 (2d20)

>>5213439
Zooom!

Rolled 2, 6 = 8 (2d20)

>>5213439

Rolled 9, 2 = 11 (2d20)

>>5213439

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Rolled 8, 4, 1 = 13 (3d20)

>>5213440
>>5213441
>>5213442
Diiiiidn't pass that one. Ah well.

Once again, gonna get some rest, but we'll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Hope to see y'all then, and please stay safe out there!

>>5213445
Ooh. Unlucky.

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>>5213445
Fun had but OH NO

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Okay, we're back!

>>5213402

https://youtu.be/-Hvmqey-Fb8

With Keli feeling better than ever about having beaten Tien, she turns to face Vegeta as he heads in, unleashing his Primal strength as he marches forward. You go full power too, maxing out your power in Super Saiyan 2 and letting your sparking aura surge around you. ‘Keli, combo time. Let’s hit him with our best!’

‘TK Hammer?’ she questions.

‘TK Hammer!’ you confirm.

Vegeta’s face twitches as he sees you charging up a Ki blast, and then dodges with ease as you fire off a barrage of Rasen Magnums… and feel a sudden pain in your gut, as Vegeta suddenly dashes at you, delivering a painful punch to your stomach. You’re left winded, but before he can follow up, one of the Rasen Magnums that he dodged hits him in the back of the head. And as he turns, another strikes him. And another, and another, until he’s barraged by all of the Ki attacks.

It doesn’t do as much damage as you hoped, but it’s not the main focus. Keli lassos his arms to his sides, then flings him around the arena with all her might, channeling some dark energy through it that looks like it damages him. You recover and ready your fist to punch him down… and Vegeta actually HEADBUTTS your fist before it connects. It hurts him, but it hurts you waaaay more, and your whole arm feels numb. He then breaks free, grabbing you and flinging you down at Keli, then placing his hands together.

“I’M FINISHING THIS! HELIX… GALICK GUN!” Vegeta fires out a spiraling beam at the two of you, and while you’re able to block the hit, it does some serious damage. And while Keli does try to hold off against it, it easily overcomes her defenses. When the beam and the smoke clears, you’re still standing, while Keli’s down… possibly for the count. Damn it.

>A. Heal Keli up! She’s not out of this yet!
>B. Move her out of combat, before Vegeta targets her again!
>C. Can’t keep it up like this… get out of combat and try to recover as much strength as you can
>D. Vegeta’s thinking he’s got the upper hand… maybe you can trick him and get him out of bounds
>E. Something else?

>>5214379
First,
>E.
Multi-Form, and hide Ki to keep him guessing
Then,
>A & B
One needs to get Keli conscious, at the very least.
Then,
>E.
Limit Breaker, with CLOTHES BEAM THE BADMAN SHIRT. With Vegeta distracted we can try to eventually teleport him out of bounds.

>>5214404
Won't work, Vegeta is automatically immune to shirts in that state.

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>>5214406
You could try a vest, needs to be a magic one though.

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>>5214404
Support.

>>5214379
>>5214404
Can't turn down a good BADMAN.

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>>5214417
>>5214418

>>5214419
Your shirt will make him furrier, you fools!

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>>5214421

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Rolled 3, 11, 20 = 34 (3d20)

Okay then, roll me 4d20, best of three! DC is 14 for the first three, 15 for the last!

>>5214423
Huh, Baby never could quite get Vegeta's body to work optimally, as seen in how he doesn't have pants on.

Rolled 10, 15, 12, 3 = 40 (4d20)

>>5214424

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Rolled 9, 5, 4, 1 = 19 (4d20)

>>5214424

Rolled 5, 19, 13, 17 = 54 (4d20)

>>5214424
Oh lord here it goes.

Rolled 20, 5, 4 = 29 (3d20)

>>5214426
>>5214430
>>5214432
Passed two of 'em! Writing...

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>>5214379
You need to act quick. You use Multi-form and try to hide your Ki to keep Vegeta guessing, teleporting around him with body copies of yourself. Vegeta simply uses an explosive wave to knock you back, though thankfully Peppa B is able to get Keli to safety and start healing her up. A sudden surge of energy actually brings her back to consciousness, and… you can sense Keli’s strength actually return to full power. And then some!

But the other you isn’t really faring that much better. With your power split like this, the gap in strength is just way too much for you to make any real headway. What few hits you can land do little to stop him, and what hits Vegeta lands each feel harder than the last. You try to distract him with the CLOTHES BEAM, smacking him in the face with a BADMAN shirt, but Vegeta actually spins around to toss it away and lets out another explosive wave right as you attempt to try anything else.

“Is this it, Peppa?! Where’s that power you were so proud of last year?! DO YOU THINK YOU CAN WIN WITHOUT IT?!” A ferocious left hook manages to hit your cheek… but you take it, and your aura surges with a red tint.

“All right, you wanna see me push past my limits again? Fine, but the result’s gonna be the same as last time!” you yell back. The two of you clash in midair, each blow shaking the ring, quaking the ground and rocking the sky with tremendous force. You can dodge some more of his blows, but even with this increase, your split power isn’t enough, and you feel like your body’s trying to tear itself apart.

Vegeta eventually kicks you away, following it up with a quick, one-handed beam attack. You’re flying towards the edge of the ring. This is your chance! Peppa B teleports to him and grabs on to him, then manages to teleport him right next to you! The two of you reunite, and your full power returns! …But Vegeta recovers and flings you off of him. You just barely avoid hitting the wall.

“You sneaky little…!” Vegeta growls. But then, he’s frozen in place. Keli’s back in the ring, at full strength, and has him lock in a telekinetic hold!

‘Can’t hold him for long, make this quick!’ she tells you, using all her strength to hold him in place. You’ve got a chance!

>A. Giga Spial Breaker!
>B. Rasen Kamenameha!
>C. Hold Vegeta in place! Keli, Tri-Beam! You’re still in the ring, we’ll win!
>D. Something else?

>>5214503
>A. Giga Spial Breaker!

>>5214503
>A!
>D. PUSH THROUGH ALL LIMITS

>>5214503

>A.
>D. Super Kaio-Ken 2

Time to kick things into
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XneukMwAGL8 OVERDRIVE

>>5214503
>>5214505
>>5214512
>>5214513
These, let's GOOOOO!

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Okay! Roll me 1d20, best of three! DC 13!

Rolled 13 (1d20)

>>5214520

Rolled 15 (1d20)

>>5214520
HRRRAAAAAAAAAAA

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Rolled 17 (1d20)

>>5214520

Rolled 6 (1d20)

>>5214520

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Rolled 12, 16, 14 = 42 (3d20)

>>5214521
>>5214522
>>5214523
Passed! Great job!

Okay, I do need to rest, but we'll be back tomorrow again ~6:30 pm PST. Thanks for playing, and stay safe out there!

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All righty, we are back!

>>5214503
https://youtu.be/6OybF6sFDnQ

You hold your right arm towards the sky, swirling energy building up around it. “I’ll break my limits, time and time again. I’m well aware of how strong you’ve become, Vegeta. It might surpass my strength on my own, sure… but here? It’s the strength my partner and I share that will win the day! NOW! I’LL PUT EVERYTHING I HAVE INTO THIS, AND MORE! RRRAAAAAAAGH!” You bolt up into the sky, as if you’re going to break through the heavens themselves. Letting absolutely everything you can out, Super Kaio-ken completely mixing with this enhanced Super Saiyan 2, you blast down like a meteor. “GIGA! SPIIIIIRRAAAAAALL… BRREEAAAAAAAKKEEEERRRR!!!”

Even with Keli holding him, Vegeta’s able to bring his hands up to try and stop your attack, a swirling sphere in his palm again. He puts whatever power he can manage into it, turning it massive, and the two attacks meet. From the raw power alone, the ground underneath starts to tear and crater, and while you’re able to push him slightly… Vegeta’s still holding his own. Your body’s throbbing in pain, you can feel every muscle twitching as you try to put out just a bit more power. Come on… come on!

‘Peppa, together!’ Keli contacts you. ‘One final push!’

‘One final push!’ Here it goes! “RRRAAAAAAAAAHHH!!!”

As you keep pushing, Keli actually pulls Vegeta downward, and timed just right… the two of you finally bring Vegeta down! He hits the ground, and the surprise of that causes him to lose focus, your drill and his sphere breaking and erupting in a massive and blinding explosion. You’re flung away, hitting the ground as well. You try to push yourself up, arms and legs trembling, as you see the crater you left behind.

And there stands Vegeta… honestly not really much worse for ware than he was before. Scuffed up, but, he honestly looks like he could still keep fighting. But he can’t. Keli’s still in the ring, even if she looks like she’s about to collapse as well. You’ve won.

“What an unbelievable finish! Ladies and gentlemen, Son Peppa and Keli have beaten both Tien and Vegeta! They will go on to the final round!”

The crowds roar out joyfully, cheering your names. You… your whole body still feels like it’s on pins and needles, head to tail. Vegeta still stands there, looking down, processing what all happened.

>A. That was a good fight, Vegeta. Thank you
>B. Think… think you need to take a rest again
>C. Congrats, Keli. We’ve made it through today. How you feel?
>D. Something else?

>>5215602
>C.
>A.
>D. I wonder if we can get ahold of Cocoa and a hammock. And food. Plenty of food.

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>>5215602
>Pierce the Heavens With Your XXX
Ugh, you keep that in your pants!

>>5215602
Exen votes,

>A.
>D. Sorry about trying to psych you out there, I know you've come a long way, and you've proven it.

And I'll support, and back >>5215631 too

>>5215644
this D is good

>>5215644
You're half his age and size, kid, anything you say will be patronizing. Well, if you're aiming to patronize him because you decided that Peppa does, in fact, hate Vegeta ever since she was young, I applaud you, but otherwise, I don't think this is what you're aiming for.

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>>5215602
>C.
>A.
>D.
Fist Bump, Vegeta!

>>5215717
Support!

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>>5215602
‘Congrats, Keli. We made it through today. How do you feel?’ you question, looking up to her.

‘...It almost doesn’t feel real.’ she responds, looking down at her hands. ‘But… I think I feel good.’

You nod slowly, then look to Vegeta. He’s powered down, and he looks back at you. “…So, all that smack talk was a bluff, wasn’t it?”

You try to rub the back of your neck and ow ow ow arm hurts. You see mom heading over to you. “Was it too much? You didn’t seem too bothered by it… well, at least not as shouty as last time we fought.”

He raises an eyebrow, thinking for a moment, as Maple starts to heal you up. Stone-faced, Vegeta then tells you, “Work on your acting skills, you’re a bit too much of a goody two-shoes for that to be taken all that seriously.” He then starts to walk off.

You think you can hear Cocoa laughing. Once your body’s recovered, mom pulls you in for a tight hug. “Proud of you, Peppa.”

“Moooom…” you groan, but you’re smiling. Body… still feels a little numb, but it’s not gonna collapse at least. “Hey, Vegeta.” you call out, stopping him. You hold out your arm for a fist bump. “Good match.”

He turns back, then walks to you. Vegeta’s fist taps against yours, and he silently nods in acknowledgement. He finally walks off, and you can see Tien talking with Keli, the triclops smiling proudly. You… also see Fu talking with Pilaf again, while also casually repairing the ring.

Dad arrives and pats you on the back, which makes you flinch still, but… eh, you’ll live. “You were great out there, Peppa! Congrats! Whatcha gonna do now?”

“Do you need anything?” mom adds.

You ponder for a moment. “A hammock. And food. Lots, and lots, and LOTS of food.”

“Haha! Yeah, that sounds like a great idea.” Goku laughs, walking you back with mom.

“Gonna… probably spend some time with Cocoa for a bit too. Feeling… really, really tired…” you yawn a bit. But at least the day’s matches are finally over. You can take a well-deserved rest.

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>>5215758
Meanwhile, up in the Afterlife…

https://youtu.be/RpL8dY04rz8

“Told you she could do it.”

“Hah! You called it pretty well, Gohan.” King Kai responds. “And she did it using my technique to get the win! That was great.”

“Mean monkey man lost! Hahahaha!” Buu cheers, grabbing a bowl full of popcorn and shoveling it into his mouth.

“Hmmmm…” Kibito grumbles a bit. “I’m still not sure it’s wise to flaunt such demonic powers.”

“While it doesn’t look like the one she draws strength from is aligned with Towa, I do have to agree to a point. She will need to be very careful in using it, lest it starts to influence her.” Shin comments. “And… that Fu character does seem like quite the wild card…”

“Eh, Fu’s more manageable than you’d think. Just give him something to occupy his time with that’s not actively endangering the universe and he’ll not be that much a bother. As for Keli? She’s been trained by Tien, she’ll be fine. Okay, might do good to break for now. Next match is gonna be here tomorrow. Grand Kai, you up for another round of guitar lessons?”

“You bet, kiddo! I’ve got some great tunes we can practice…”

So, with all that said…

>A. Stick with Peppa for a while longer
>B. Switch to Izzy now

>>5215759
Gohan, tell the Grand Kai about KISS this lesson!

>B.
Let's switch to Izzy and get ready for her matches.
We got to ready for Guldo and Recoome and figuring out how to counter time-stopping is the real hard part.

>>5215759
>B.

>>5215759
>B. It is time, as much as I love chili chocolate shenanigans.

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>>5215759
“Is it… bad that I feel a little relieved that they’re what we’ll have to look forward to, if we win tomorrow’s matches?” Pantea asks you. “Not that I doubt we’d be able to beat Vegeta and Tien, but… I dunno, Peppa and Keli seem like a better match for us, y’ know?”

You place your hands behind your head, smirking a bit as you watch them head back in. “They definitely are a better match for our skills. Much more fun, regardless.” You spot Fu casually strolling through next, chatting with Basilea for a moment, to her annoyance. “…Thoooough slightly sad I missed my chance to fight them.” And deck Fu. In the schnozz.

Anyway, it’s gonna be evening soon, and looks like Peppa’s gonna go nap somewhere. Buuuut there are plenty of others around you could chat up, or even just people watch for a bit. Then again, maybe it’s better to stick with Pantea for a bit and go over strategies. Or you could chill for the rest of the day, might be better to not stress over the matches coming up.

What to do, what to do…?

>A. Follow dad and Maple around for a bit, see if they have any insights
>B. Mom and Lazuli might be willing to chat a bit, kinda curious as to what they’re planning
>C. You know, you really wanna know what 19 thought of the fights today. And Chiaotzu, you guess
>D. Hmm… maybe you can have a friendly talk with Guldo and Recoome, that’d be nice
>E. Hado and Sala… they were some of the new guys here. Hey, might as well see what their deal is
>F. Wonder what Sachie thinks about Vegeta spamming her Rasengan technique like that
>G. Okay you GOTTA know how Krillin and Nappa of all people decided to team up
>H. Ledgic and… that Nox guy. Maybe Mugen will be a bit chatty today, give you some idea what those two can do
>I. Hey Pantea, got anything you wanted to do?
>J. Psh. Worrying about tomorrow is Future Izzy’s problem. …Er, wait, not the you FROM the future, but- bah whatever! Chill out for a bit, today’s been exciting enough as-is
>K. Something else?

Try to pick three at most, but also,

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #45… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight! We’ll be back tomorrow ~2:30 pm PST, vote open until then. Did y’all have fun? And please stay safe out there!

>>5215849
>A. Follow dad and Maple around for a bit, see if they have any insights
D. Hmm… maybe you can have a friendly talk with Guldo and Recoome, that’d be nice
>G. Okay you GOTTA know how Krillin and Nappa of all people decided to team up

>>5215849
>A.
Maybe offer an equivalent exchange for Killa and Jewel advice.
>D.
Ask them tips on posing, especially for 'transformations' posing while we're chatting.
>E.
They look like magic users. Do I sense future mahou teammates for the Mighty Mahou Rangers?

>>5215849
>A, G, E.

>>5215849
>A.
>>5215874
I like this approach for A.
>G.
Is it the hair?
>E.
This is where the most new info is to be gained. Let's get their impressions on today's fights. Should give some insight without setting them on the defensive

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Whew, okay! Sorry that we hit a bit of a delay there, had to rush to the store for a while right after I started tidying up the post. It's a bit of a long one, but we are back!

>>5215849
“I’m gonna follow dad and Maple for a bit, see how they’re feeling about those last few matches.” you comment to Pantea. “Wanna come with?”

“In a bit, going to talk with dad and Videl myself.” Pantea responds. “Meet up in a while?”

“Sure! See ya.” And so you head on over, first giving Peppa a congratulatory pat on the back. “Congrats, cous, you’re 2 for 2 against Vegeta now. Buuuut don’t think this means you’ve won the tournament just yet. Pantea and I are definitely ready for ya.”

“Don’t get too overconfident, Izzy.” Maple says with a smirk. “You’ve still got a lot of people you need to face first.”

“True, true. Actually, have any insights into the fights to come?” you ask. “Can make it an Equivalent Exchange bit, offer some advice for the two you’re up against.”

Acer raises an eyebrow. “You’ve got something you know about them?”

“Fought ‘em, remember? World Tournament?” you remind dad. “Well, Killa at least.”

Maple seems willing to humor you. “All right, share what you know.”

“I’m just gonna find a place to rest.” Peppa tells you all, yawning a bit.

“With your giiiiirlfriend?~” you ask teasingly. She gives you a confused look of ‘Of course?’ and keeps walking. Heh, got ‘er! “Anyway, anyway, so! …Technically it was Sibella and Sachie that helped me beat Killa, but from what I’ve seen, he moves quick and tries to strike hard. Diversion tactics and surprise attacks are especially effective. Aaaand hrmn. Jewel on the other hand I would guess is able to cover those weak points, might be a more tricky fighter. So I’d suspect he should be dealt with first.”

“Not bad, not bad. Good to keep a tactical mind on things like this, no matter how strong your foes might be.” Maple says with a nod. “Okay, so Guldo? Definitely the one to worry about. His psychic skills are definitely nothing to take lightly, and he has abilities I still haven’t been able to really figure out yet. He’s not as physically strong, but that’s where Recoome comes in. He’s got some real power to throw around, and from what I recall, is also pretty tough defensively. Plus, the Ginyus know each others’ skills like the backs of their hands, so even if you have the advantage in power, their teamwork is nothing to scoff at.”

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>>5216788
You nod, very carefully considering what she has to say. “Might be worth having a chat with them later, then. Any other thoughts?”

“Well, which teams are you thinking about?” dad asks you.

“Hmmmm… I guess Krillin and Nappa, for starters. That’s a matchup I wasn’t expecting.” …Is it the hair? Or, lack thereof? “And those two newbies, Hado and Sala. Wonder what their deal is, got any thoughts about them?”

“Hrmn. I’d guess Krillin and Nappa teamed up because of how unexpected such a thing might be?” dad speculates.

Maple rubs her chin, pondering. “Might also be something Nappa’s trying to do for himself…”

“What do you mean?” you inquire, tilting your head a bit.

Maple explains calmly, “I mean, that’s more something he’ll have to tell you on his own, but I think this might be a way to help him better find himself. Krillin’s honestly able to be pretty friendly with anyone, so either he approached Nappa, or Nappa approached him, and the two decided to work together. With that… well, Nappa’s a Saiyan, and has Super Saiyan 2 at the very least, while Krillin’s more tactical, tricky. Like what we said about Recoome and Guldo, it’s power and skill, though I don’t know how well they’ve honed their teamwork.”

“Honestly, I think Krillin’s the bigger issue.” dad tells you. “He’s plenty smart and tactical, and will be the brains of any operation. I bet Nappa’s gonna be even more willing to listen to him after what he saw happen with Vegeta.”

You nod. “Cool, cool. Honestly I was wondering if they teamed up to be Baldie Buddies or somethin’ but that makes sense. Now, Hado and Sala? What’s your take?”

Dad rubs his head. “Honestly can’t say much. You were talking with them earlier, weren’t you?”

“Mhmm. Sala seemed a bit… uneasy, to be honest. She’s aware of me as one of the World Tournament finalists, and I think she sees me as a little… weird?” You’re quiet for a beat as dad’s eyes narrow. “Okay, being COMPLETELY fair, that’s not without reason, but still. Also she talks kinda funny, like Jeice a bit. Doesn’t seem all THAT tough though.”

“Interesting.” Maple says with a slow nod. “Might have a different set of skills they rely on if they’re willing to fight in the tournament anyway.”

That gets you excited. “You… think they might be Magic users? Or even…” Oh your mind’s running wild with ideas. Maybe they’re Mahou? Maybe… maybe you could form your own team?! Mahou Rangers…

“Ehhhh. Don’t know about that.” your aunt responds. “Maybe you could talk with them again? Might be the best way to get a proper read on ‘em.”

“Gotcha! Okay, thanks for that!” You wave and walk off, checking with Pantea again. ‘Gonna try to find Nappa and Krillin, and hopefully Guldo and Recoome, wanna come with?’

‘Yeah, got some good insights from Videl and dad. Be there soon.’

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>>5216793
You surprisingly find the four of them all together, though it mostly seems to be Nappa talking with the Ginyu Force members. “You know, Lord Kuriza might be fine with you rejoining the force.” Guldo tells the large Saiyan.

“Pass.” Nappa responds bluntly.

“Aw come on, even the Captain might be able to put in a good word for ya!” Recoome adds. “You might even be able to make the Force!”

Nappa ponders it for a bit… then shakes his head. “…Pass. Don’t think I could stand all that posing.”

“Aww, but the posing is the fun part!” you exclaim, getting approving thumbs’ ups from the two Ginyu Force members. “Actually, speaking of, since we’re gonna be fighting tomorrow and everything, got any ideas for poses?”

“You see this kid gets it.” Guldo comments to Recoome. “Much like Maple, honestly.”

“Well, I say this because my best skill probably would look even better with a nice pose or two to go with it, y’ know?”

“We’d done some research prior.” Pantea begins as she approaches. “But it’s always good to get the opinions of those who’re experts in the field.”

Nappa seems to roll his eyes at this, though Krillin elbows him in the side. He then glances at you and expresses, “Focusing too much on it always seemed like wasted effort to me. I’d rather keep the fighting to, you know, actually fighting.”

“It’s another display of skill.” you point out. “Coordination, adaptability, and a bit of style on top of it all.”

“Yeah! Captain has us practice to make sure we’re able to work together better. Builds teamwork, y’ know?” Recoome agrees.

“What do you have now?” Guldo inquires.

“Well, when I transform, I go for this…” You show off your transformation pose.

The four-eyed alien nods. “Okay, okay, and what does your partner have to back it up?” he questions, pointing at Pantea.

She blinks in surprise. “Uh. Well, I guess I could try something like…” And she does a perfect Moon Princess Pose… which gets a clap from Fu, who FOR SOME REASON is watching you all. You try to shoo him away.

“Hmmmmm…” Recoome murmurs. “They’re nice individually, but they kinda lack a bit of teamwork, y’ know?” he says.

“Hey, Nappa, got a request.” Krillin speaks up. “Doesn’t have to be super flashy, but why don’t we try for a victory pose ourselves?”

He frowns, and looks like he’s about to say no, but takes in a deep breath and counts down from five. “Victory pose, huh?”

“If you don’t like posing in the middle of a fight, that’s fine, but doesn’t preclude showing off a little if you win, right?” the shorter man suggests.

Nappa… seems a bit more agreeable with the idea. “Huh. All right, I’ll entertain this idea.”

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>>5216795
All six of you start sharing ideas on proper posing, with Krillin and Nappa even managing to come up with a decent little victory pose together, mirroring one another as they stand side by side, delivering a kick into the air. Guldo and Recoome clap when they manage the basic idea of it. “See? You two already look more coordinated.” the little green guy notes.

“Hey, we were plenty coordinated before…” Krillin grumbles.

Nappa crosses his arms. “Huh. Guess I’ll have to tell her about this when it’s all over.”

That catches your and Pantea’s attention. “…Her?”

He flinches at the slip of tongue, but tells you both bluntly, “Therapist. Said this might be good for me. Anyway, think we’re done for now.”

He and Krillin head off, and… that honestly leaves more questions than answers. Well, still, looks like Maple was right, the Ginyu Force definitely has teamwork down. Better keep that in mind for later. But at the very least, you and Pantea can strike a pose better. Next up, you head over to Hado and Sala, finding them… kinda lurking around. You and Pantea decide to stay out of sight, listening in a bit.

“I don’t think it’s that good an idea.” the boy with two-toned hair comments.

“Look, you got a better idea? There’s a buncha’ crazy stuff we’d seen today. Just gotta wait until nightfall…”

https://youtu.be/qIyLlkgTNQc

…Sssssuspicious. You decide to pop up ahead of them. “Hi again!”

“GYAH!” Sala exclaims, almost stumbling back. “DON’T! DO THAT!”

You want to do that again now. “So, crazy fights today, huh?” you ask them, playing innocent. “Any that stuck out to the two of you?”

“...Are you always this, uh, forward?” Hado asks you, with Sala kinda standing behind him.

“Not always.” Pantea comments. “You two have somewhere to be?”

Sala stands up straighter. “Oi, we’re jus’ minding our own business.”

Suuuure they were…

>A. Try to lead ‘em on a bit, ask some specifics about the matches
>B. So, how adept are the two of you at Magic? I can kinda figure you’ve got some cool tricks up your sleeves
>C. Oh, by the way, do be careful at night, suspicious folks roam the area. Don’t want to get pickpocketed or worse, right?
>D. Something else?

>>5216798
>A, B, D.
Telepathically tell Pantea that we should keep an eye on them later

>>5216798
>>5216872
Supportin'.

>>5216872
supportin

>>5216798
>>5216872
Sounds good.

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>>5216798
“Really though, have any thoughts on the day’s matches? Lot of pretty close ones with some interesting skills all around.” you question casually. “Like Kokoro and Sibella. Those two were pretty neat, huh?”

“That Magic she used was certainly something surprising.” Hado notes. “Figures that a Vampire might be particularly skilled in Shadow Magic. And Kokoro’s combinations of Magical abilities shows she’s quite competent in them as well. Lightning and Light can pretty easily be combined if you know what you’re doing, but to really get the most bang for your buck takes either a lot of practice or a lot of raw potential.”

Oho! So he might be the Magic user of the group? …Well, he IS dressed the part. “Yeah! I’ve spent some time with the Ghouls myself, they’re all pretty skilled. My aunt actually helped train them.”

“...She say ‘ghouls’ or ‘goils’ in some kinda’ accent?” Sala questions under her breath to Hado.

You… give her a look as if to say she’s calling the kettle black, but keep up your attempt to squeeze some chatting out of them. “And how about the Masked fighters? I’ll admit, I kinda wanted a chance at them myself, but was still interesting to see what they could do.”

“Yeah, Demons are like tha- I, er, mean…” She gives you a weird look, taking a step back. “…They’re. Uh. Sneaky. Like. Little devils. Yea.”

Ohohoho. Iiiiinteresting. “So you’ve fought folks like them before, huh? And sounds like you both know Magic. How’re your skills in that?”

Hado rubs his forehead. “Look, you’re a nice kid and all, but we really do have places to be.”

“All right, but we were willing to give you some advice on your upcoming match.” Pantea comments.

The two of them look at one another and let out a defeated sigh. “Fine. Fine. What do you have?”

“Well, we’re not completely sure how either of you fight, but just getting a glimpse of your foes, I would guess Pintar is more of a defensive tank, while Mighty Mask is more of the active fighter. One will take hits better while the other dishes them out. I’d expect them to rely on switching quite a lot in their fight.” Pantea explains.

“You might be able to use your ninja skills to take out Pintar!” you tell Sala.

“I AIN’T A BLOODY NINJA YOU LITTLE-!” Hado has to pull her back as she growls insults out.

“She has a point though. Sneak attacks.” he says to calm her. “All right. Thanks for that. And… good luck tomorrow.”

(cont.)

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>>5217168
He walks off, though Sala points at her eyes and then at you, glaring. You grin up at Pantea. “I think I’ve made a new friend today.” Then, telepathically, you add, ‘One we should proooobably keep an eye or two on. Especially for later. Think they’re planning something?’

‘They’re DEFINITELY planning something. What do you want to do about it?’

>A. Eh, just watch from afar, probably gonna be funny when it blows up in their faces
>B. I’m gonna find Sachie, she’ll be a big help at keeping an eye on ‘em
>C. We’ll confront them eventually, mostly for their sake. Don’t seem like BAD people, so don’t want them getting into too much trouble
>D. Something else?

>>5217168
> B & C.

>>5217171
>B
>C.
>D. Prep some glitter goats, just in case.

>>5217171
Support >>5217229

>>5217226
>>5217229
support

>>5217229
Reminds me of this prank link I gave Kato yesterday, she still hasn't opened it. Weenie.

>>5217234
And come to think of it, neither has Sword. Ugh, I'm friends with a bunch of weenies...

>>5217171
>>5217229 +1

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>>5217171
‘I’m gonna find Sachie, she’ll be a big help with keeping an eye on them for later. Plus… we really should confront them eventually. They don’t actually seem like BAD people. Suspicious, sure. Up to something, definitely. But not like, actively out to hurt anyone. Don’t want them getting into too much trouble.’

‘All right then, need me to do anything, or should I stick with you?’

After giving it some consideration, you grin deviously. And Magic up a GLITTER GOAT. “Think you can get a couple of these to fit in Capsules?”

As the sun dips below the horizon, you and Sachie get to work seeking the pair out. At first you’d sensed them heading out of the castle and into Mifan itself, wandering the streets a bit before meeting someone that felt… odd. Person that was definitely above average in strength, and who seemed to vanish after they finished their meeting. You didn’t follow so you didn’t get a good look at the guy, but you can reasonably guess that’s the third person the two talked about.

“Soooo like… what do you think these two are up to?” Sachie questions, laying on her back on top of a wall, left leg swinging casually.

“Not completely sure. I’ve called the lady a ninja twice but like… mostly as a joke.”

“She’s no ninja.” Sachie states assuredly. “Maybe some kind of thief? Gave off a bit of a roguish vibe.” She holds up her hand and looks over her nails, which sparkle a bit in the moonlight. And then they… don’t. Huh.

“What, you think they’re here to steal something?” you question.

She sits up. “Not sure. But they’re on the move.”

You sense out and can confirm they’re back at the castle, and kinda meandering a bit, before moving through some of the lower levels. They actually manage to hide their Ki as you sense some guards approach them. Hrmn. ‘Pantea, you try to get ahead of them, Sachie and I will follow from a distance.’

Hiding your Ki as well, you locate the pair headed into a lower level of the castle, moving past an interior garden as they do. You hear them whispering to one another a bit, but can’t quite make out what. No guards around… and that kinda strikes you as odd. You swear you sensed some just a bit ago.

Hrmn.

>A. Spook ‘em a bit. They’re sneaking around a castle in areas they’re probably not supposed to be in… might encounter some eerie phenomena
>B. Try to sense out anyone else in the area, there definitely should be some people down here
>C. Just keep following, no reason to suspect anything JUST yet…
>D. Something else?

That said…

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #45… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight! We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST, vote open until then. Did y’all have fun? Please stay safe out there!

>>5217438
>C. Just keep following, no reason to suspect anything JUST yet…

>>5217438
>B.
>C.
>D.
Summon some spirit bits (two Fire, Ice, and Lightning) and hide them around to provide backup.

>>5217438
>B & C.

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Rolled 17, 13, 15 = 45 (3d20)

Okay! We are back! And real quick, roll me 1d20, best of three. DC is 12.

Rolled 14 (1d20)

>>5218556

Rolled 14 (1d20)

>>5218556

Rolled 10 (1d20)

>>5218556

>>5218558
>>5218562
>>5218582
Passed! Writing...

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>>5217438
https://youtu.be/1q5RpBl3SY0

You aren’t gonna confront them JUST yet, but… you do find this off. You try to sense out, and… you’re getting a familiar feeling. Almost like… the Forest of Terror. ‘Sachie, stay close. Something spooky’s going on.’

‘Righto. You’re the spooks expert.’

Okay, yeah, there’s some kind of illusion going on. You CAN sense beyond it, including the faint presence of some guards… but there’s also another presence you glimpse. Something… way more rotten. Not a living thing, but something Magic, and something just… wrong.

“Hado, yer sure it’s holding?” Sala questions quietly as the two continue to sneak ahead.

“Yeah. We’re not affected, at least not yet.” he confirms… and then pulls out something you weren’t expecting. A Scouter. Putting it on, he taps the settings a couple times. “All right, this wasn’t affected either. We’re on the right path.”

Cuuuurious. Doubly curious. Sachie pokes her head over your shoulder as the two of you move along the walls, following them. ‘Huh, ain’t that one of those Scouters you were tellin’ me about?’

You nod. ‘Aunt Maple kinda gave ‘em away like candy, so I guess stands to reason some ended up in the hands of… suspicious individuals.’ What they’re USING it for remains to be seen, but it’s definitely something to keep an eye on. In fact, maybe you SHOULD let Maple know…

…

Actually, were are the Dragon Balls? And… you find it a little odd that Fu’s not stalking them too, from what you’ve been told about the guy, this seems like something he might be interested in following up on. Or maybe he is? And what’s that presence you sensed earlier…? Agh, questions, questions…

>A. Nnnnah you’re fine. You can handle this, you’re Earth’s new Mahou! Suspicious Magic stuff like this is your responsibility now, or somethin’
>B. Eeeeeh better check with Maple just in case
>C. Sense out that presence again, see if you can get a better read on it
>D. Pantea, can you scout ahead for us? And be wary, there’s something weird going on
>E. …You’re so, so tempted to spook ‘em now. Look at ‘em, acting all serious and stuff. Might get them to move quicker, too
>F. Something else?

>>5218616
>A.
>C.
>E.
>F. Keep the goats in reserve just a little longer.

>>5218616
>A, C, D, F.
Make sure Pantea's aware of what we've sensed out

>>5218616
>A.
>C.
>E.
>F.
Focus on the spooky thing. It could be the reason why they're here.

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Rolled 7, 20, 4 = 31 (3d20)

Okay! Roll me 2d20 this time, best of three. DC is 12 for both.

Rolled 11, 3 = 14 (2d20)

>>5218647

Rolled 14, 10 = 24 (2d20)

>>5218647

Rolled 12, 16 = 28 (2d20)

>>5218647

Rolled 13, 20, 18 = 51 (3d20)

>>5218651
>>5218652
>>5218656
Passed both! Writing...

>>5218647
Didn't Acer kill that guy? Do Artificial Demons get the demon rez after a while or do they not have souls?

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>>5218616
Okay, okay. Izzy? Focus. You can handle this, heck you’re MEANT to handle this! You’re Earth’s new Mahou! You can, and in fact, SHOULD be the one handling things like this. Sensing out once more, you try to pinpoint that thing you’d sensed previously. It’s definitely some kind of magical artifact, and now you’ve got a bit better an idea of what’s going on. Seems there might be a couple things down there, much weaker presences, but something that’s not supposed to be there. It’s deep in the lower levels of the castle, hidden away carefully. Deliberately, almost.

Explaining what you sense to Pantea and Sachie, your partner actually decides to head towards it. ‘I’m starting to remember some stuff I was told about the last Mifan Tournaments. I’ve got a hunch now, but I’ll have to check to make sure.’

‘Stay in touch.’ Now… what about these two? ‘Sachie. Wanna prank ‘em?’

‘Girl I’d been waiting for you to ask for an hour now! Let’s!’

https://youtu.be/tCjIxCg1kUk

“Better hurry it up, Hado. Don’t know how long we got before they’re able to accomplish their goal.” Sala tells her partner.

“I know, I know, but we can’t just start rushing down the place. Remember the wizard’s mansion?”

She gives him a dismissive look. “You and I remember that mansion pretty differently. In fact, pretty sure I you turnin’ into a big ol’ cat from a wizard’s curse.”

“It happened ONE time!” he huffs a bit louder.

Oooh, an opening! Sachie stealthily sets a little maneki-neko good luck charm ahead of them, and you get it moving, the cat’s paw beckoning them closer. Sala and Hado take one good look at it and stop. “…Oi, was that always there?”

“Not… sure…” Hado mumbles, carefully sneaking around it. “I… guess Pilaf would have some lying around? Keep the good luck in here?”

They keep moving, and you and Sachie set a couple more along their path. That gets them nice and spooked. “Good luck my ass! Place is givin’ be the creeps! Yer sure that thing’s still workin’?”

“It is. Which… while it IS a little unsettling, it’s also probably a sign that we’re getting closer.”

“Rather be facin’ that pain in the ass Pazuzu again…” Sala growls lowly.

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>>5218761
‘What’s a Pazuzu?’ Sachie questions.

‘Given track records? Some kind of demon, probably.’

‘That’s a silly name. Pazuuuuuzuuuuu.’

You force yourself not to laugh at that. Actually, you’ve got a great idea now. ‘Sachie, get back here, and be ready for multi-form.’ You Clothes Beam up a large, billowing and tattered bedsheet that’s made of a shimmering material that’s also slightly luminescent, then get her to start shambling towards the pair from behind, slow enough that it’s not something they’d immediately notice.

Sachie actually plays it perfectly, swaying from side to side as she walks. Hado and Sala finally notice something’s following them and turn around… and for added flair, Sachie actually seems to let out some kind of reddish aura to help emphasize the effect. “Come… hither… come… hither…” she calls to them in a low, eerie tone, swatting at the air like the cats were prior. You… swear it almost looks like she has sharpened her nails a bit as she does so.

“Move. MOVE.” Hado tells Sala, holding his hands out. “Stay BACK!” He lets out a flash of Light Magic that even you need to shield your eyes from, and now the two are running.

You’re unable to hold back the giggling now. ‘That was perfect, Sachie!’

‘I know, right? Oh that was FUN.’

‘Hey, girls? I’ve found our culprits.’ Pantea informs the two of you. ‘And I think I can take ‘em before they start anything.’

>A. All yours, Pantea. We’ll be there soon
>B. Better wait for us, we were just havin’ a bit of fun with the two sneaks up here
>C. Can you hold tight for a bit? We should confront Sala and Hado first
>D. Something else?

That said, again…

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>>5218762
>A.

>>5218762
>C.

>>5218762
>C.
>D. Ready the goats.

>>5219191
Support

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Rolled 14, 1, 20 = 35 (3d20)

All righty! Real quick, roll me 1d20, best of three! DC is 11.

Rolled 11 (1d20)

>>5219455

Rolled 18 (1d20)

>>5219455

Rolled 6 (1d20)

>>5219455

>>5219456
>>5219460
>>5219463
And passed! Writing...

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>>5218762
https://youtu.be/xLY2l-ID60A

‘Hold tight for a bit, Pantea. Sachie and I are gonna confront these two.’ Okay. Time to ready THE GOATS. You get the Capsules out, handing a few to Sachie, and follow after the pair. The deeper you go, the more you start to notice some illusions taking shape ahead of the pair. Some kind of cyclops, a cow demon that looks... very vaguely familiar, and a flying monkey. Hado and Sala are actually able to dispel the illusions rather quickly thanks to their little trinket. You meanwhile get… the familiar presence of something you remember facing once before. You turn back and- oh THAT thing.

“IZUMI… MAHOGANY…” It’s that spider-snake demon you dealt with. Tch. Whatever, not even worth your time if it WERE real.

Sachie recognizes it as well, but you let her know it’s nothing to worry about. So she instead blows a raspberry at it as you dispel the illusion. Eventually the two of you sneak up on the pair, and Sachie dashes past them… and then stumbles a bit as a creature resembling a golden version of the flying monkey pokes up from the floor.

“Oi what the fu-?!” Sala blurts out, but she’s interrupted as the monster tries to get closer to her. “Shit!” You then notice her… start to use Fire Magic, huh?

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>>5219540
A kunai strikes the back of the thing’s head… one attached to a Capsule, that opens into several goat pinatas. Hado blankly stares at the thing and lets out a flat “What.”

At the same time, you’ve tossed a few at them from behind, and Sachie actually activates several that she’d left before dashing past them. Goats now surround the two, thoroughly confusing them. Then they all explode into glitter, absolutely covering the pair and the golden flying monkey. Even the illusion seems confused by what just happen, and you and Sachie audibly giggle at this.

“Okay guys, we’ve had our fun here. But you two should know better than to be sneaking around like this after acting all suspicious earlier.” you tell them.

Sala gives you the grumpiest glare, simmering and about ready to let out flurry of curses, though the monkey recovers from the shock and tries to attack her. “Damn it!”

“Hey, we’re talking here!” You let out a burst of Light Magic and casually dispel the illusion. “There we go.”

“...Okay, now I know what it might look like,” Hado begins, dusting some of the glitter off of himself. “But we’re not here for any nefarious purposes, honest.”

“But we don’t need yer help, so bugger off!” Sala yells at you, shaking her fist.

Hado pinches the ridge of his nose, his two-toned blonde and dark blue hair swaying in the light. “Gotta work on your people skills.”

>A. Oh we figured, but you folks still set yourselves up for this. What if it weren’t a humble prankster like myself that noticed you?
>B. Start with the explanations and then we can help you
>C. Yeeaaaah how about no, especially not with that attitude, miss sailor talk. My partner’s already down in the depths, so how about you leave this to the pros, yea?
>D. Something else?

>>5219547
>A.
>D. "If these illusions get stronger we might be facing stronger enemies who aren't so easily dispelled. Tell me what's going on before that happens."

>>5219547
>>5219555
Supportin'.

>>5219547
This is good >>5219555

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>>5219547
“Oh, we figured.” you state assuredly. “But you folks kinda set this up on yourselves, bein’ all suspicious and everything. What if it wasn’t a humble prankster like myself or Sachie that came after ya? Noticed you doing things and chased after?” You cross your arms and lean forward. “Plus, if these illusions get any stronger, you might be facing enemies you can’t readily handle. So how about you tell us what’s going on before things get out of hand. Sound good?”

Sala grumbles and tries to dust the glitter out of her hair, and Hado exhales to calm himself. “All right. From the top then. Sala, Jaki, and myself are seeking out a certain artifact that’s fallen into the wrong hands. A crimson-red gem infused with an evil wizard’s essence, one that was laying the groundwork for a Destroyer cult, partnered with demonic creatures to aid him in this endeavor.”

“When was all this?” you question.

“Three years ago now, jus’ about.” Sala responds, still kinda pouting at you. “Were at first just tryin’ to get some treasure for ourselves, but that bastard ended up makin’ it personal. We dealt with ‘em handily, but gem vanished after we kicked his ass. Assumed it was destroyed or somethin’.”

Hado taps the Scouter. “Until we found evidence of it still around. Something’s been going around trying to activate it at a number of locations. Yahhoy, Ginger Town, a forested island way down south, an ancient pyramid, none of them were successful, but every time we got close, the goons of whatever was attempting to activate it would hold us off until they got away.”

“So while we’re yammerin’ up here, we’re wastin’ valuable time in stoppin’ those losers!” Sala emphasizes.

“Why here?” Sachie asks.

“Likely because some vanquished demonic presences are still lurking the area, refusing to pass on.” Hado answers, trying to make you walk and talk as he starts to move forward. “Sala’s got a point, though, we need to move.”

“Vanquished… demonic… presences…” you repeat slowly, trying to recall any that specifically might haunt the area here.

“Okaaaay, but this is like… the ABSOLUTE WORST place to do this?” the ninja schoolgirl points out. “I mean, are they just… not aware of who’s here?”

Hado turns to her and asks, “If you weren’t paying attention to US, would you have been aware of this going down?”

She raises a finger and opens her mouth, but slowly closes it and then points at him. “Okay, point. But say they succeed, then what? Fight their way through some of the literal strongest people on the planet? Hell, the universe!”

“Tch, ‘course not. They’d run like a buncha cowards.”

Looks like you’re almost there...

>A. Well, lucky for you, that’s not happening. Pantea, if you’d please?
>B. You know you could have just… asked for help, or something
>C. Is that the only reason you came to the tournament, then?
>D. Something else?

>>5219630
>B.
>C.
>D. Have Pantea engage but move up to support asap.

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>>5219630
>A crimson-red gem infused with an evil wizard’s essence

Mmmh, where have we heard about red gems with powers before?

>B.
>C.
>D.
Advise Pantea to use anti-demonic techniques.

>>5219633
support this D.

>>5219630
Exen backs both
>>5219633
>>5219638
And I shall as well

>>5219638
The christmas special with Abale's gem that Maple currently has.

>>5219630
>>5219638 +1

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>>5219630
Well. Time to point out the obvious. “You know. You could have just… asked for help, or something. Just sayin’.”

Sala looks back at you. “Ey, this is our responsibility.”

You raise an eyebrow. “And have a far more difficult time against whatever these things are planning?”

“Coulda’ handled it without yer interruptions…” she grumbles.

“Is this really the only reason you two came to the tournament?” you ask next.

“Eh, nah, that Pilaf bloke caters well, and might be able to snag a couplea’-”

Hado elbows her in the side gently. “Bad habits creeping up again.” She pouts but says nothing more. “What she means to say is, we didn’t exactly know when this would all happen, but participating might have been a good way to bait ‘em out. Especially with a prize like the wish-granting orbs there.”

“Did you know the Dragon Balls were here already?” you inquire… and Hado just taps the Scouter again. Right. How many of those did aunt Maple leave laying around? ‘Pantea, we’re about ready. Demons around the area, yea?’

‘Yep. Some people dressed in robes, and a host of less savory types. There’s some purple mage with what I think are horns and a dragon staff, a pterodactyl guy, a blue demon with big horns and a goofy hat, a purple Makyan that’s waving around some kind of magic staff, a bovine one with big bat wings, old bearded wizardly type with small horns, someone who dressed like how Dabura was described but with a fashionista flair, an angry clown, and- …their leader is a guy named “Shane” that talks in surfer lingo.’ She’s doing her best to keep herself from laughing at that last one.

‘We’re here. You can start us off, just be careful for any cursed objects, debuffing spells, and the many, many illusions they’re using.’

You crowd around the entrance with Sachie, Sala, and Hado, finding exactly what Pantea described… but also something much more important. That source of ominous energy you were feeling prior. Sala sucks in air through her teeth. “Damn, ‘s gotten bigger.”

“What do you mean ‘bigger?’” Sachie remarks critically, trying to keep her voice down.

“I mean somethin’s happened to it, probably those jackasses trying to force it to revive the wizard asshole.” She keeps her eyes forward. “Hado, it’s no illusion, is it?”

“No, it’s the real deal.” he says grimly. “And… I’m starting to worry they’re not just trying to bring back their comrade.”

(cont.)

>>5219718
Your eyes focus on the object. Right in the middle of the room is a jagged, spiky crystal, red as blood, and what almost look like… eyes twitching inside it. What the hell is this…?

https://youtu.be/cRsxtZ2l1XQ

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #45… Paused.
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>>5219719
That I didn't figure this out sooner makes me feel so dumb. But good swerve, Kato. And oh lord what have we gotten ourselves into?

>>5219731
Well it it makes you feel better I have no idea what you have figured out.

>>5219735
She's combined ideas from Dragon Quest II and Radical Dreamers and given it a Tuffle Quest flair. Even the names of the two, Hado and Sala, are references to Serge and Schala, while the demon stuff is more Dragon Quest.

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>>5219731
>>5219735
>>5219737
Hints have been there for a while now. Glad you enjoyed it.

Anyway, we are back!

>>5219719
“The time’s at hand, my dudes!” one of the robed members of the menagerie declares. “With the spirit of Yakra infused, the Flame’s all juiced up and rarin’ to go! We’re totally ready to get this party starteeeed!”

https://youtu.be/XSvurZIriyg

“Not on our watch!” Pantea declares, Spirit Bits flying out and knocking several of them away. She leaps down from the ceiling and stands in front of the crystal.

You and Sachie jump in next, with you casually knocking away some of the cultists, Sachie using the Multi-Form to pin them down. Hado casts out a spell that covers you all with a slight barrier, while Sala runs through and decks the surfer cultist in the face. “All right, time for ya bastards to Sizzle!” She lets out a blast of flames at the stronger group of monsters.

Okay, you’ve got things started, what next?

>A. Sala, Hado, get that crystal and go! We’ll handle these losers!
>B. Light the area up with Light Magic! See how the demons like THAT!
>C. Keep the Illusions away, that’s the biggest obstacle!
>D. Do this in STYLE! Mahou time!
>E. Work with Pantea, Spirit Bits abound!
>F. Something else?

>>5220517
"Yakra? Wait, didn't he partner with a Heckran during the early Mifan tournaments? When did he die?"

>D.
Perfect time to show off our posing.
>B.

>>5220517
>D & C.

>>5220517
>Hints have been there for a while now. Glad you enjoyed it.
But why would you include that when you yourself don't like Radical Dreamers and think anything to do with Chrono Cross will just drag things down? I'm just trying to understand your stance on Chrono Cross. Do you like using things from it when it's convenient for you to do so? Or have you come around to liking it far and away after saying you didn't like it when I used things from it?

>>5220517
>D.
Don't see why C and B can't be simultaneous.

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Rolled 5, 7, 20 = 32 (3d20)

Okay! Roll me 2d20, best of three! DC is _9_ for both!

Rolled 1, 3 = 4 (2d20)

>>5220590

Rolled 1, 16 = 17 (2d20)

>>5220590