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>>5991241

New and returning players are welcome.

Signup begins now. The first 3 days are for side jobs and preparation, then squad assignment for the main mission begins.
ETA for turn cycle during the mission is once every 3 days, try to have your turn done within 48 hours of the previous turn's posting.

Previous threads:
https://suptg.thisisnotatrueending.com/qstarchive.html?tags=Heat%20City%20Nights

Join the discord for tactics and game discussion:
https://discord.gg/4p9mmau

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>>5991243


Welcome back, criminals. Ready for violence?

Reply to this post with your character information and loadout to sign up. Write your character's name in the Name field, without any weird spelling, because it helps me to find your posts.


Update and Unlock Notes:


Campaign

- Legacy added, replacing previous death/retirement rules.


Missions

- Rage and Armor beneficial status effects added. A few moves and items have been adjusted to use them, there might be more in the future.
- Negative status effects have been sorted into Debuffs and Conditions. Debuffs are healed by healing gear items, Conditions are healed by Inspire.
- Cover objects have a changed interaction with area attacks such as grenades. Formerly a percentage based reduction that only applies when taking cover, they now provide a flat damage reduction at all times, improved by taking cover.
- Block now reduces damage to 0 rather than cancelling hits. Debuffs and conditions will still apply. Note that being knocked down cancels further instance of Block.


Classes

- Added Block 1 to Call Out


Gear

- Medic Bag and Ammo Bag were over-buffed last thread, numbers have been adjusted
- Impact Grenade uses from 2 to 3.

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>>5991245

(Side jobs had to get split into two images)

Side Jobs, Part 1
- Several job adjustments
- Training job has been added
- Day Jobs have been expanded

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>>5991247

Side Jobs, Part 2
- Race rewards adjusted
- Secret File [B] deciphered. The Offshore Platform heist has been unlocked.
- Boat Key leads Dr. Ben a boat with a stash of unmarked guns in the compartment. Boat Running side job unlocked. Dr. Ben gets a free boat.
- Lockey Key leads Ramirez to a locker at the airport, containing a duffel bag full of cocaine. Airlift side job is unlocked. Ramirez gets $5,500 for the cocaine.
- Heckler forces the brains to reverse-engineer the Green Box for him. Phreaking side job unlocked. New Favor options available on some missions. +2 Favors this mission.
- The Armageddon tournament has mysteriously vanished

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>>5991256

Prep Work
- Martial Training advanced moves have been added
- The death of Ricardo "Ricky" Valdez has left a power vacuum in the Heat City dance scene. Dance Battle has been unlocked.

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>>5991259

Assets
- Aircraft are now available for purchase
- Bird & Tortoise has temporarily closed
- Muramasa motorbike stats increased to 3/3/0, Ronin reduced to 3/1/0

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>>5991264

Power Players
- New local businesses are available for "restoration" by the Vespucci syndicate.

>>5991243
>>5991266

Some time has passed since the safehouse defense. You've all had enough time to find a rat hole to hide out in while things cool down. The whole gang doesn't assemble in one place, but they maintain contact in small groups. The thugs and enforcers work out at Chaser's gym. Mizuchi and the brains watch anime in the back room of Wizard's Tower. The psychos do ... whatever unpleasant things they do when they're out of sight.

Everyone's keeping their heads down and handling their side gigs while Claire figures out the next move.

The big TV in the safehouse was destroyed in the attack, one of several unfortunate casualties. But there are TV sets everywhere in Heat City. In fact, it's impossible to avoid them: just walking down the street, you see broadcasts displayed in electronics shop storefronts, in waiting room lounges, even the front steps of apartments where the dwellers have set up those fancy new portable sets.

So it is that everyone sees their defense of the safehouse played all over TV news. Camera crews got footage of the event from multiple angles. The more dramatic shots are played on every station. Hudson's violent arrival, then later getting rammed by Ray and Blaze. Dokkebi blowing up a police truck, then being dragged away in handcuffs. Heckler laughing as he fires the technical truck machine gun. Friedrich lighting up in red as he torches the remnants of the safehouse.

The gory shots, like Doc's plague doctor mask cracking as he takes a bullet to the face, are only seen on the late night shows.

>>5991268

A response from City Hall came swiftly. Less than 24 hours after the incident, the burly figure of Mayor Harland was standing behind a podium, where he gave a speech that soon took over the airwaves alongside the combat footage.

Mayor Harland is a muscular man for a public official, almost ripping through his white shirt when he flexes, and he makes an imposing figure on screen as he gestures decisively. The speech he gave was a thundering denouncement of the incident. "Even with the increase in police funding, our brave officers are helpless to bring these barbaric, violent murderers to justice. This particular group -- I'm told they don't even have a name, they simply call themselves 'the crew' or 'the gang' -- are believed to be responsible for many of the recent tragic incidents of death and destruction here in our fair city. If our police department can't stop them, who can? And how can any of our good and honest citizens live in safety while they are free?" His heavy fist crashes down on the podium. "We need order in our city! We must protect our home from these psychotic killers! I call upon the city council and state governor to join me in denouncing these savage lawbreakers, and to grant me the power necessary to restore peace and justice to Heat City, once and for all. Thank you, and may god bless America."

** All criminals who participated in the safehouse defense gain +2 Heat and +2 Wanted. **

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>>5991243
>Legacy

In the back of a souped-up Estate a man stirred from another drug induced slumber. He pulled at the window shield which had fallen long ago to try to get it back into place. With no luck he was awoken. He thought getting into Heat City would be easy money after that phone call. Instead he got there in time to see the group he was supposed to be working for be burned to the ground and killed by cops on the news. The drop box he was directed to gave him the keys to a car. It felt good. Real good. Made him drive faster just from using it. Reminded him of the days when rode shotgun to the younger Enforcer as he barreled through other vehicles. A powerful feeling for a powerful car. Fresco snapped out of the nostalgia when he realized he was hunger and that fucker Alamo didn't leave him any actual money. As Fresco fumbled for the keys he picked up what he thought was a chunk of plaster. Flipping it over he found it was a poorly painted mask. Fresco tossed it in the back seat and didn't worry where he got it from during his latest binge.

>Lone Star [Estate]
>Furious Focus
>Free Asset: Custom Mask

Name: Fresco
Type: Operator
Stats: HP: 8/8, Armor 0, Edge 8/8, Move 6, Defense 8, Crit on 6
Weapons: DMR (Range 30, Damage 4, Ammo 3/9)
Factor: Hard 0, Cool 4, Sharp 2, Weird 4
Special Talent: Deadeye: (0 AP, 1 Edge) Attack with +3 accuracy, +3 crit rate, and +1 crit damage
Lightning Reload: 1/Turn reload for 0 AP
Oh Yeah!: Fuck you, roll +weird for a cool entrance
Furious Focus: At the start of your turn, if you have 0 edge, gain 1 edge.

Custom Mask: +1 HP & +1 Move
Lone Star [Estate]: (Racing Tires, Sport Suspension, Engine Tuning, Nitrous) 3 Speed, 3 Handling, 4 Size

Rolled 10 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5991245
Name: Heckler
Type: Enforcer
Stats: HP 10/10, Edge 10/10, Move 6, Defence 7, Crit on 10
Factors: Hard 3, Cool 3, Sharp 4, Move 1, Heat 7, Wanted 3
Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 4/12), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 9), AR (Range 20, DMG 3, Ammo 4/16, Auto),
Special Talent: Inspire (0AP, 1 Edge - Target a friendly who can see or hear you. This turn they gain +1 AP and +1 move. If they are knocked down, they stand up.)
Old Friends (Bonus Favours on mission)
Teamwork Tactics (+2 Aim, +1 move if standing adjacent to Heckler at start of turn)
Suppressive Fire (1 AP, 2 Ammo, Ends Turn - Target Area 2 within gun range, damage cover, impose -4 accuracy penalty on enemies, take reaction shot against first enemy who moves or ends their turn out of cover)
EXTREME TEAM (0 AP, 1 Edge - You and your teammate [Ramirez] attack a single enemy at the same time. They don't expend an action.)
Apprentice (+1 to hit in melee)
Top 10 (Reroll a die)
Outfit: Utility Vest (+1 Magazine, +1 Gear Slot)
Gear: Ammo Bag (1 Uses), C4 (2 Uses)
Cash: $934877
Assets: Bungalow (Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room), Dock Warehouse (Office w/painting, Gym, Workshop), Mastodon with Turbo & Transmission (2/2/6 Transport - SUV, Durable, Nitro, Suspension), "Killer Queen" Rocket Launcher, Swordfish Speedboat (2/2/3), Phreaker Box (Used), Blue Disk,

>Increase Coolness
>$500 spent and rolling on Arcading
>Pay $10000 for C4 via Ramirez

Heckler was quick to blend into daily life after the defense. Throughout his down time, he spent a lot of time hanging out at the basketball courts, shooting some hoops. When the calls come back in that the gang is ready to move again on the next target, he finds himself with most of the rust that had settled in after he left the Navy to be gone, ready to pull his weight for the next fight. But that doesn't mean that a guy can't enjoy himself, as he goes to try and conquer Conan the Librarian.

>>5991301
Heckler finishes his pretty much perfect run (power walk because running in the library is against the rules) having gotten past the infamous mariachi marriage proposal level. With the new high score, Heckler obviously enters in H E K for his moniker.

>>5991245
Name: Blackjack
Type: Assassin
HP 6+1/6+1
Edge 0/6
Move 6-1
Defense 8+2

Cool: 4
Sharp: 2
Hard: 0+1
Weird: 4+1
>+1 Weird

Flash Step (0 AP, 1 Edge.): Target an enemy within (Move) spaces. Move behind them, and make any attack action. The first reaction shot misses, other shots have disadvantage.
Infiltration: At the start of a mission, you may choose to not deploy. At any time, either you or the GM may deploy you in the right spot for the job, with the right tools, with or without an explanation. When this happens, roll Weird.
Agility: Pass through enemies. Gain advantage to Vault, jump, or Climb.
Visions of Death: (0AP, 1 Edge) Choose an enemy type or named enemy to become your fated foe. You have +1 Crit damage and +2 to stat checks against fated foes. Reusing this ability replaces the previous target.
Flurry of Blows: (1AP, 1 Edge) Attack with main weapon, pistol, and fists, in any order. You can move up to 3 tiles before each attack.
Throwing Knives: (1 AP, 1/3 uses): Attack 3 enemies within Range 10 for 2 damage.
[Top 10]: 1/chapter, name and describe one of your character's favorite movies to reroll any die.

Moonshadow- DMG 3, +1 Defense, [Stance]. 2/mission, consecutive rounds only: [Phases of the Moon] (1 AP, 1 Edge): Attack 3 enemies within 3 spaces.
Pistol- Range 10, DMG 2, 4/12 Ammo
Fists- DMG 2, Crit+1
First Aid Kit [Quick Heal] (1 AP, 1/2 uses): Heal yourself or a friendly next to you for 3 HP, and remove 1 debuff.

Bulletproof Suit: +1 Defense, +1 Edge
Apartment
+Bedroom
+Bathroom
+Living Room

Motorbike (Rebel) [2/1/0]
Motorbike (Muramasa) [3/2/0]
Heat 14
Cash: $784,783 USD ($190,958 of which is in Cuban Pesos and British Pound Sterling)
Black Disk

Blackjack had been in a mood best described as fey, since the pigs hit the safehouse. One would think that the lives lost, and property torched might have put her in a black mood, lashing out at everything and everyone- instead, she kept her cool, wielding it like a shield, protecting her from the turmoil that some of her fellow criminals and mercenaries were surely feeling.

>>5991322
A mistake in the first post. Joy.
>Movement isn't -1, Hard isn't +1, and Weird isn't +1, because I haven't gone to the fortuneteller.

>>5991322
>>5991247
>Announcing my candidacy as the Infiltrator for the Billy Marconi hit.
Jackie hated the type of con artists and phreaks like Billy Marconi the most. The types that made nuisances of themselves, while also targeting the most vulnerable. It simply wasn't cool, even to the violent mercenary assassin. Over a pay phone 5 blocks from her apartment building, Jackie called some of the crew. "I'm putting together a team..."

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Rolled 10 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5991245
Name: Ramirez
Type: Enforcer
Stats: HP 13/13, Edge 10/10, Move 6, Defence 5, Crit on 10
Factors: Sharp 4, Hard 4, Move 2
Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 4/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 9), Jackhammer Shotgun (Range 10, Damage 4, Ammo 4/20, Breach, Autofire, +1 Accuracy)
Special Talent: Steadfast, Die Hard, Inspire, Teamwork Tactics, Old Friends, Extreme Team, Top 10
Gear: Frag Grenades x3
Clothes: Serious Armor (+2HP, +1 Defense, -1 Move)
Personal Cash: $728702
Heat: 5
Wanted Level: 3
Assets: Loud Apartment, Jackhammer Shotgun, Red Disk, Secret File [A], Blue Cassette, Estate Sedan (+1 Handling), Dark Tides PMC (Hard 2 Sharp 1, Five Person Squad, Mercenaries, Greedy), Locker Key, White Disk, Blue Disk, Jet Motorcycle (+1 Speed, Speed Reroll), Chief Helicopter

>Gain Old Friends
>+$5500 from locker key cocaine
>-$500 from Arcade quarters.
>-$150000 to buy Chief Helicopter

Ramirez hadn't sat quiet after the Safehouse raid, helping Angela and Claire sort and salvage what they'd managed to pull out of the old Safehouse - whatever he'd been allowed to see, anyway. Important to compartmentalise info, after all. The void once filled by Alamo is felt by everyone, and Ramirez knows he'll have to step it up to keep the gang from falling apart.

>>5991301
>+$10000 from Heckler
>-$10000 to buy C4 for Heckler
It's a bustling afternoon at the arcade where Heckler is working hard at a high score when his bandaged compatriot walks in.

In silence, Ramirez takes the cabinet next to Heckler's, the Street Fryer game that had eluded him last time. In silence the two friend game for a bit, before Ramirez passes a package over to Heckler, and speaks.

"Got something else for you. Something big. Big ass oil rig. You in?"

>>5991332
Ramirez blows through Street Fryer like it wasn't even hard, then inputs 'RMZ' casually as though he hadn't spent entire weeks practising this stupid game.

>Gain God Gamer
>>5991256
>[Opening up sign ups for the Oil Rig heist, I'm joining the Airdrop half as Gunner, please reply to this post if you are joining.]

>>5991332
"Yeah, course. We'll get Rain in on this as well, seeing as she's got the codes. An old sailor like me's going to be taking a boat ride." Heckler says as he tucks away his gear. "I haven't seen you that much. You doing okay?"

>>5991335
>Signing onto Oil Rig as Wires for Engine Room half.

>>5991339
"Fine. Don't think about it." Ramirez says sharply. "Just been working with Claire and Angela to keep the gang organised." And not thinking about my dead sister.

"And, sailor? Thought you jarheads had some kinda fuckin' kill order on anyone calling marines 'sailors'." He snarks.

>>5991335
>Signing in with Cool or Weird

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>>5991348
>Picture because forgot

"Well I was more of a combat engineer, so I get special permission."

"I'm sorry I wasn't around afterwards. I can't find myself really being around you lot all that much, especially during rainy days. Can't find the connection."

Name: D. Spenser
Type: Brain
Stats: HP 8/8, Edge 8/8 (9/9 from suit), Move 5, Defense 5, Crit on 8
Factors: Hard 0+1, Cool 0+1, Sharp 2, Weird 2, Heat 0, Wanted 1
Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 4/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit +1)
Special Talent: Infiltration
Outfit: Two Piece Suit (+1 Edge)
Gear: Gym Bag: Ammo Bag (1 AP, 1 Uses), Medic Bag (1 AP, 1 Uses), Armor Vest
Cash: $180
Assets: Mastodon

Rolled 2, 3, 9 = 14 (3d10)

>>5991363
Seeing as he had been left with no job, no house, and no real legitimate way for earnings, D went to find at least something to do.

Selecting Training and Working as an Assistant at the Gentleman's Club as Side Jobs, Dance Battle (Disco) as Prep Work.

Dice are rolled in that order, first gets +1, second and third get +2.

Rolled 9 (1d10)

A secret meeting of the local KKK chapter is invaded by shaved-headed, suspender-wearing, drooling and moaning thugs. Mayhem ensues.
>Send my gang to bust up some klanners. Rolling Weird 2

Rolled 9 (1d10)

Seline
Type: Operator (Lvl 4)
HP 7/7
Edge 10/10
Move 5
Defense 9

Cool: 4+1
Sharp: 4
Hard: 1
Weird: 0

Lightning Reload
Moonlighter
Fire Up!

DMR- Range 30, DMG 4, Ammo 3/12
Pistol- Range 10, DMG 2, 4/12 Ammo
Fists- DMG 2, Crit+1

Cool Suit: +1 Defence, +1 Edge
Utility Vest: +1 Magazine, +1 Gear (Equipped)
Fancy Clothes: +1 Defence
Ammo Belts: +2 Magazines
Ammo Bag

Ammo Bag (Deploy) (1 AP, 2 Uses), Deploy ammo bag adjacent. Friendlies next to it can use (Restock) (2 AP, 2 uses) to fully restore magazines and reserve ammo.

>Cash: $300000
- It’s actually slightly more than this, but I lost count completely. Assume the excess was given away to my staff’s families.

>Heat: 9
>Wanted: 2

Overturned Dirthog (1 Speed, 3 Handling, 0 Size, All Upgrades)
Jet (5/3/0, All Upgrades)
Mastodon (2 Speed & Handling, 6 Size, All Upgrades)
Loud Apartment (Workshop, Bedroom, Kitchen, Bathroom)
Secure Warehouse (Workshop+, Security+, 5x Bedroom, Office, Bathroom, Kitchen, Studio)

Machinist Apprentices (2 Sharp, 1 Cool, Paranoid)

> Level up! Gain one Sharp.
> Purchase a Utility Vest.

> Send my Machinists out to raise *Mayhem*- they’re *meant* to be putting their ear to the ground, but things have clearly gotten out of hand….

Life has been good, to Seline, barring the bad.

In wake of the razing of their hideout, she’s taken to either secluding herself within her shop, or spending time with her suitor. Indeed, Chaser, Kit, Riptide and her close knit friends seem to be about the only people who can reliably contact her.

She seems… aimless. Enjoying the moment, sometimes, involved in careful craftsmanship or mundane relationships, simple yet sweet, but…

…she doesn’t act like this can last.

And only in the most private moments, will she grudgingly divulge that she isn’t bothering to *look* for a purpose. She has this dreadful premonition, that ‘purpose’ will find *her*, soon enough.

Rolled 4, 5 = 9 (2d5)

>>5991372
> +1 Cool, +2 to random stats, don’t get chased.
> Rolling stat tokens.
> For posterity’s sake, also noting that I have Furious Focus, from the previous chapter.

Despite too many close calls, the machinists quickly extract before it gets far too hot. A few gifts of hand crafted arms is more than enough to soothe all feathers, and the information gained seems to ease the tension on the young gun’s shoulders.

Rolled 2, 5 = 7 (2d10)

>>5991370
Klanners trample each other trying to escape through a small door, only to realize it leads to a fenced backyard. Their screams can be heard from afar.
>+1 token to 2 stats
>+1 Sharp token
>-3 Heat (-1 total)
>not [Chased]

Rolled 1 (1d10)

>>5991373
….but do it *again*
> -$10K. Rolling gang’s Mayhem again.

Rolled 1, 1 = 2 (2d5)

>>5991375
> Goes out of hand. Shit. I guess those gifts weren’t enough…
> +1 Cool token. +2 Random stats. Do get Chased.
> Rolling stats first.

Rolled 10 + 3 (1d10 + 3)

>>5991376
> Assuming that the two stat tokens can’t both apply to the same stat, so:

5+3 Cool
1+1 Hard
4 Sharp
0+1 Weird
5+1 Move

Now rolling for *Chased*, using the Mastadon- the only vehicle large enough to hold all three of these scoundrels.

Rolled 7 (1d10)

> Break it, and I’m taking half the cost out of your damned pay checks.
> Rolling [Wrecked], and awaiting the *other* consequences.

Rolled 7 (1d10)

>>5991374
>+Cool, +Move
>Get +Sharp as level-up

Meanwhile, at the other end of the city, Doctor Ben exits a public library. In his arms, a book about Korean mythology, especially on mischievous creatures that can, say, possess a SWAT officer and help out during a firefight. After a quick grocery run, Ben returns to his bungalow and carefully places an offering of rice cakes and soju into a ritual circle.
>Offerings for Dokkebi!

His activities are suddenly disturbed by loud music. The local brats decided to switch from bike racing to competitive dancing! Once again Doctor Ben must put them into their place.
>Dance Battle (poppin', rolling Weird)

>>5991364
Following the worst ass kicking of his life (so far), D found themselves mugged and without a penny to his name. While the incident had left them with...ideas, on how to prevent it going forward, that was for a later date with resources.
Wandering the streets, D was recruited to work the support services at a gentleman's club in the city. While an unusual setup, the pay was good and the fact that it allowed him to continue to eat was even better.

>Wasted, lose $500, go to -$320 funds
>Gain 1 XP, gain 1 Weird
>Earn $2500, go to $2180 funds

That evening, D was introduced to the wonders of a dance hall that their coworkers frequented. With no idea what overtook their body, D found that they had earned 3rd in what was apparently the weekly competition. In Disco of all things. Well, that means it's time to get funky.

>Earn a +1 Move token.

Rolled 9 (1d10)

>>5991379
+Move token.

Another day, another chore: Ben needs to sell the guns he found in the Swordfish boat he found. It's a far cry from his canoe, but how different can it really be?
>Boat running, 6 Cool

Rolled 6 + 2 (1d10 + 2)

>>5991377
*Update

Thankfully, my bloody idiots *didn’t* get themselves into trouble.

Unfortunately, for sake of honesty, this means I lose two cool tokens, and a hard token.

Instead I spend $10K and send them on an *Investigation*

>>5991383
Ah well. Good effort, lads.

$292000
Heat 10.

Rolled 3 (1d10)

>>5991382
Just a bigger, fiberglass, motor-equipped, completely differently shaped canoe, really.
>$25 000 and luxury loot

Rolled 10 + 9 (1d10 + 9)

>>5991385
Taking on the Central City Circuit with my +9 total bonus. For old time’s sake, using the Hog.

Rolled 7 + 9 (1d10 + 9)

>>5991385
Taking on the Central City Circuit with my +9 total bonus. For old time’s sake, using the Hog.

>>5991387
>$3500 of jewelry
>Prototype weapons elude me...

>>5991335
>Forgot to mark myself as -$100000 to cover both halves of the Heist, new total is $628702

>>5991388
>>5991389
Please ignore my internet glitch.

Seline
Type: Operator (Lvl 4)
HP 7/7
Edge 10/10
Move 5+1
Defense 10

Cool: 5+1
Sharp: 4
Hard: 1
Weird: 0+1

Lightning Reload
Moonlighter
Fire Up!
Furious Focus
Adrenaline Shift

DMR- Range 30, DMG 4, Ammo 3/12
Pistol- Range 10, DMG 2, 4/12 Ammo
Fists- DMG 2, Crit+1

Cool Suit: +1 Defence, +1 Edge
Utility Vest: +1 Magazine, +1 Gear (Equipped)
Fancy Clothes: +1 Defence
Ammo Belts: +2 Magazines
Ammo Bags, Armour Vest (Equipped)

Ammo Bag (Deploy) (1 AP, 2 Uses), Deploy ammo bag adjacent. Friendlies next to it can use (Restock) (2 AP, 2 uses) to fully restore magazines and reserve ammo.

>Cash: $342000

>Heat: 9
>Wanted: 2

Overturned Dirthog (1 Speed, 3 Handling, 0 Size, All Upgrades)
Jet (5/3/0, All Upgrades)
Mastodon (2 Speed & Handling, 6 Size, All Upgrades)
Loud Apartment (Workshop, Bedroom, Kitchen, Bathroom)
Secure Warehouse (Workshop+, Security+, 5x Bedroom, Office, Bathroom, Kitchen, Studio)

Machinist Apprentices (2 Sharp, 1 Cool, Paranoid)

Ready to join Ramirez’s strike team.

Rolled 7 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5991245
>We start the night, as we generally do, with a little . . . Mayhem. [Weird 1, because this is a bonding exercise I do with the people that train in the old dog Dojo; the gang is doing it] [I just . . . supervise]


#Kit de Guerre, Brain-Forcer, 81400€
Hp 9/9 Edge 9/9 Def 4 Crit 5 Heat 6
Hard 1 Cool 0 Sharp 3 Weird 5 Move 5+1
!Electrify, !Spook, !Infiltrate, !RC Bomb
!Steadfast
!Apprentice, !Furious Focus, !Havana Hardline
!Some Bark, More Bite [Unstoppable]
!Dad's Shades [Shootdodge]

Gear:
Fist: 2D, +1C, +1A
Kit's Cocktails [2x]

Threads:
A Custom Mask, face like a dog, and a comfortable hoodie. [+1HP, +1Move]

Gang:
Katana Kids (Grunts, Hard 2, Weird 1, Honourable to a Fault)

Ride
Murasama [4/4/0]+Nitrous+Sports

Assets:
Waterfront House (Home is where the tie collection is)
TTRPG Collection
A surprisingly large tie collection.

Rolled 9, 7, 2, 8 = 26 (4d10)

>>5991397
No fire this time? You're getting better. I think the idea of not starting you out with jumping a full armored patrol down-town to have "sword fights" on top of "moving vans" with "officer sof the law", as far as training regimes go, it kinda works.

>8 gives us 3 options, we nap a +1 Stat, +1 Stat to 2[2d10, take half], and some street loot[1d10]. Then we *run away* from the fire we didn't--- oh there's a fire. Guys why is there a fire?? [1d10, 0 Cool]

#Kit de Guerre, Brain-Forcer, 81400€
Hp 9/9 Edge 9/9 Def 4 Crit 5 Heat 8 Wanted 2
Hard 1 Cool 0 Sharp 3 Weird 5 Move 5+1
!Electrify, !Spook, !Infiltrate, !RC Bomb
!Steadfast
!Apprentice, !Furious Focus, !Havana Hardline
!Some Bark, More Bite [Unstoppable]
!Dad's Shades [Shootdodge]

Gear:
Fist: 2D, +1C, +1A
Kit's Cocktails [2x]

Threads:
A Custom Mask, face like a dog, and a comfortable hoodie. [+1HP, +1Move]

Gang:
Katana Kids (Grunts, Hard 2, Weird 1, Honourable to a Fault)

Ride
Murasama [4/4/0]+Nitrous+Sports

Assets:
Waterfront House (Home is where the tie collection is)
TTRPG Collection
A surprisingly large tie collection.

Rolled 4 (1d13)

>>5991401
>That's a +1Move, a +1Weird, and take +1 Sharp, 1000€ worth of petty cash. . .

I told you not to start any fires. Okay, let's practice urban safety driving. I've spent a lot of time doing that lately, so I can show you. First step in urban safety driving, you have to get a *car*. Come on, keep up - no you cannot swordfight the long arm of the law. They have longarms. It doesn't end well. Also long arms, but I think they use batons, so I'd call that even, but the shotguns is the real problem.

Rolled 6 + 2 (1d10 + 2)

>>5991404
>>5991404 (You)
>>5991401 (You)
>>5991397 (You)
>Ah, a Katana, good find, very reliable vehicle at 2 speed, 1 handling, 3 size...

. . . Convenient that it fits all of us, except that I'm sorry to say someone might have to try to hold unto the roof, but, since, apparently, you've had prior practice sword-fighting on top of moving vehicles, that will surely go fine?

>1d10+2 Speed, but, listen, no one here has any cool, alright?

>>5991335
>Signing in on any open slot for Cool or Weird, like Dr. Ben.

Not a player or even a lurker (used to be a Thug Quest player, though), but I found this fake 80's pop song and thought you guys might enjoy it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4ONXuyvZrw

Rolled 10 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5991322
>Go to the Blue Mare with a Gold Ticket ($-5,000 USD)
>Visit "Lena" with Lena
Jackie wasn't one for 'gentlemen's clubs'- she neither cared for the gentlemen, or the clubs themselves. They usually listened to the wrong types of music, and lead to the clientele thinking that she was a working woman if she dressed too nicely. However, she hadn't taken Lena out for any sort of date recently, and the safest place that she knew that was also somewhat kind of classy was the Blue Mare.

... God, Jackie needed to get out more.

Rolled 6 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5991464
Surprisingly, Lena was a hit with Lena. Now that the hostess had a chance to chat with the med student and Jackie, they found her in a better mood than last time. They both found it novel that they shared a name (though the Blue Mare girl's was obviously some sort of stripper name, but classy), and the conversation came easy, and the drinks easier. Jackie was thinking that maybe, this wasn't such a bad idea after all.

Rolled 8 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5991281
>Forgot Moonlighter
>Rolling Mayhem

Fresco figures the best way to get aligned with the crime life of Heat City again is to have some fun. So with guns at the ready and a great car, he has a little fun in a well off neighborhood.

Rolled 9 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5991467
>Blue Mare: Lena reroll
The night seemed to drag on, that darkened hour between ten and eleven PM, and the conversation took turns that not even Jackie could predict.

Rolled 10, 3, 4 = 17 (3d10)

>>5991468
>Rolling Loot (1st die)
>Rolling stats (Hard 1,2 | Cool 3,4 | Sharp 5,6 | Move 7,8, Werid 9,10 (2nd and 3rd die)
>+1 Stat to whatever wasn't rolled (Weird > Cool > Hard > Move > Sharp)
>Don't get [Chased]

Rolled 7 (1d10)

>>5991471
>Private Lounge
Jackie was getting buzzed, and so were the two Lenas that looked absolutely nothing alike, despite sharing the same name. The blonde Lena (her Lena), hung off her arm, laughing at the other woman's jokes, while the dark-haired lounge lady seemed to appreciate Jackie's off-color stories that the med student had already heard a thousand times before. Honestly, the annoying clientele and 'sketchy-but-wants-to-be-classy' surroundings had melted away at this point, and the three women had migrated into a private lounge, downing champagne and margaritas like Jackie didn't have a hit tomorrow.

Rolled 7 (1d10)

>>5991474
>+2 Cool, +1 Weird, +2 Heat, +whatever this roll is
>Rolling Luxury

What Fresco thought would be a fun romp turned out to involve a surprising amount of self-defense trained butlers and maids. He comes away feeling different than he expected. But also glad that he has something fresh to carry away it.

Rolled 8 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>>5991478
With a bag full of gold and a hot attitude, Fresco begins to hit up clubs before the sun has set. With one goal in mind. Dance his fucking mind out. And he has one style in mind to. One he knows will draw the eyes of ladies. Disco.

>Dance Battle Disco

>>5991476
Name: Blackjack
Type: Assassin
HP 6/6
Edge 0/6
Move 6
Defense 8+2

Cool: 4+1
Sharp: 2
Hard: 0
Weird: 4

Flash Step (0 AP, 1 Edge.): Target an enemy within (Move) spaces. Move behind them, and make any attack action. The first reaction shot misses, other shots have disadvantage.
Infiltration: At the start of a mission, you may choose to not deploy. At any time, either you or the GM may deploy you in the right spot for the job, with the right tools, with or without an explanation. When this happens, roll Weird.
Agility: Pass through enemies. Gain advantage to Vault, jump, or Climb.
Visions of Death: (0AP, 1 Edge) Choose an enemy type or named enemy to become your fated foe. You have +1 Crit damage and +2 to stat checks against fated foes. Reusing this ability replaces the previous target.
Flurry of Blows: (1AP, 1 Edge) Attack with main weapon, pistol, and fists, in any order. You can move up to 3 tiles before each attack.
Throwing Knives: (1 AP, 1/3 uses): Attack 3 enemies within Range 10 for 2 damage.
[Top 10]: 1/chapter, name and describe one of your character's favorite movies to reroll any die.
[Lady's Favor: Lena]- (0AP, 0 Edge), spend during a mission before rolling any d10 to make the final result a 10.

Moonshadow- DMG 3, +1 Defense, [Stance]. 2/mission, consecutive rounds only: [Phases of the Moon] (1 AP, 1 Edge): Attack 3 enemies within 3 spaces.
Pistol- Range 10, DMG 2, 4/12 Ammo
Fists- DMG 2, Crit+1
First Aid Kit [Quick Heal] (1 AP, 1/2 uses): Heal yourself or a friendly next to you for 3 HP, and remove 1 debuff.

Bulletproof Suit: +1 Defense, +1 Edge
Apartment
+Bedroom
+Bathroom
+Living Room

Motorbike (Rebel) [2/1/0]
Motorbike (Muramasa) [3/2/0]
Heat 14
Cash: $734,783 USD ($190,958 of which is in Cuban Pesos and British Pound Sterling)
Black Disk

>>5991476
Jackie and Lena went home absolutely sloshed, calling a cab back to their apartment. When Jackie woke up the next morning, the two women were on the couch, next to each other, and Jackie had a new keyring decal on her motorbike keyring- a thorny black rose in painted stainless steel. Dramatic, but the woman had a sense of style, as well as knowing how to carry a conversation. Though Jackie wasn't trying to have any of those ménage a trois things that the pink triangles at the feminist group at HCU were so fond of (what is it with the French and threesomes?), maybe they could see her again, for the booze if nothing else.

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Rolled 8 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5991245
Name: Nishina Kaori
Type: Assassin
Stats: HP 6/6, Edge 13/13, Move 6, Defence 9, Crit on 8
Factors: Hard 0, Cool 4, Sharp 5+1, Weird 2
Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 0/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 7), Katana (Melee, Damage 3, [Stance] (1 AP 1/turn): Gain Block 1 and Counter 1)
Special Talents: Flurry of Blows, Steadfast, Mia's Lover, Top 10
Gear: First Aid Kit [Quick Heal] (1 AP, 4/4 uses): Heal yourself or a friendly next to you for 3 HP, and remove 1 debuff.
Cash: $121 408
Heat: 5
Wanted: 3
Assets: Bulletproof 'Suit' (+1 Defence, +1 Edge), Two-Piece Suit (+1 Edge, Unequipped), Historical Artefacts (Family heirlooms), Studio Loft (Bedroom, Gym x2, Kitchen, Studio x2, Security), Muramasa Motorcycle (All Upgrades, 5 Speed, 4 Handling, 0 Size, Reroll one Speed & Handling check per chapter, Handling Reroll used this chapter)
Tracking: Completed Snakeback Switch, 5 Sharp Limit

>+1 Sharp

Despite trying to lay low, Nishina has found herself once again roped into Ninja Castle. Apparently she was popular with the Asian-American demographic, and then the man on the other end of the call started talking her ear off while equating Japan, China, and Korea. But, well, it /was/... fun, in a way.

>Ninja Castle

>>5991264
>>5991483
>$-63,000 USD
>Speedboat (Barracuda) [2/1/3]
>Security x2
>Rare Weapon (Wyatt Earp's Revolver)

Despite the date and her cool demeanor, however, Jackie wasn't exactly fully at ease. She bought a speedboat in case she needed to book it to Cuba or the Keys suddenly, and she bought one of those security systems that some guy in the phreaker community called Zero Crash had been geeking about, saying that it was the cutting edge.

She had also given Lena a gun- more of a museum piece, than anything, and the pawn shop guy had said it belonged to some famous old cowboy. That hadn't mattered to Jackie- what had mattered was that it was still in working condition and there was a box of ammo that fit the damn thing, despite it being a hundred years old. Now that Lena wouldn't be caught out with naught but her scalpels and a syringe of hydrogen sulfide, Jackie felt much more at ease.
>New total Cash: $ 671,783

Rolled 8 (1d10)

>>5991486
Name: Nishina Kaori
Type: Assassin
Stats: HP 6/6, Edge 13/13, Move 6, Defence 10, Crit on 8
Factors: Hard 0, Cool 4+2, Sharp 4+2, Weird 2
Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 0/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 7, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice), Ivory Katana (Melee, Damage 4, +1 crit damage, 1st crit each turn gives Block 1, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice, [Stance] (1 AP 1/turn): Gain Block 1 and Counter 1)
Special Talents: Flurry of Blows, Steadfast, Mia's Lover, Top 10, Apprentice
Gear: First Aid Kit [Quick Heal] (1 AP, 4/4 uses): Heal yourself or a friendly next to you for 3 HP, and remove 1 debuff.
Cash: $121 408
Heat: 2
Wanted: 1
Assets: Bulletproof 'Suit' (+1 Defence, +1 Edge), Two-Piece Suit (+1 Edge, Unequipped), Historical Artefacts (Family heirlooms), Studio Loft (Bedroom, Gym x2, Kitchen, Studio x2, Security), Muramasa Motorcycle (All Upgrades, 4 Speed, 4 Handling, 0 Size, Reroll one Speed & Handling check per chapter)
Tracking: Completed Snakeback Switch, 5 Sharp Limit

Perhaps it was experience, but the obstacles seemed much easier now.

>Rolling for Street Loot.

>>5991325
Unfortunately for Blackjack, one such call was picked up by certain Cuban man. "Oh you need some help killing a guy? Well don't worry baby, I work for cheap these days." He winks, but as it is over the phone she doesn't see. Probably for the best.

>Signing up to either Muscle or Drive as needed

Rolled 7 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5991497
Name: Nishina Kaori
Type: Assassin
Stats: HP 6/6, Edge 13/13, Move 6, Defence 10, Crit on 8
Factors: Hard 0, Cool 4+1, Sharp 5+1, Weird 2
Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 0/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 7, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice), Ivory Katana (Melee, Damage 4, +1 crit damage, 1st crit each turn gives Block 1, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice, [Stance] (1 AP 1/turn): Gain Block 1 and Counter 1)
Special Talents: Flurry of Blows, Steadfast, Mia's Lover, Top 10, Apprentice, Northern Fist
Gear: First Aid Kit [Quick Heal] (1 AP, 4/4 uses): Heal yourself or a friendly next to you for 3 HP, and remove 1 debuff.
Cash: $128 408
Heat: 2
Wanted: 1
Assets: Bulletproof 'Suit' (+1 Defence, +1 Edge), Two-Piece Suit (+1 Edge, Unequipped), Historical Artefacts (Family heirlooms), Studio Loft (Bedroom, Gym x2, Kitchen, Studio x2, Security), Muramasa Motorcycle (All Upgrades, 4 Speed, 4 Handling, 0 Size, Reroll one Speed & Handling check per chapter)
Tracking: Completed Snakeback Switch, 5 Sharp Limit

...It was about when Nishina was handed a prize that turned out to have a huge stash of drugs in it that she started to regret agreeing to come on the show. The visit in the night was most unpleasant as well, triggering a quick swordfight before she was talked down and accepted the token of notice the shinobi was trying to leave on her desk.

On the plus side, that did trigger a meeting with a young woman who reminded her of a version of herself whose home was never stolen. She seemed to know about the attention she had received, and accepted her on as a student of sorts. It was mostly a kind of technique sharing session, though if Nishina had to drop her sense of pride for a moment she would have to admit that Lin Xue was more advanced in Northern Fist than Nishina was in her own.

The consequences of having one's journey to mastery interrupted by Yakuza, she supposed.

...Really though, why /had/ she been handed a luxury cushion that immediately tore itself open to reveal a stash of drugs? As a prize on a gameshow?

>Prep Work: Training under Lin Xue for Northern Fist
>also, please forgive my shoddy numbers and accounting. It's been a while, I'm just taking a minute to put all the pieces together.

>>5991505
Name: Nishina Kaori
Type: Assassin
Stats: HP 6/6, Edge 14/14, Move 6, Defence 10, Crit on 8
Factors: Hard 0, Cool 4+1, Sharp 5+2, Weird 2
Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 0/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 7, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice), Ivory Katana (Melee, Damage 4, +1 crit damage, 1st crit each turn gives Block 1, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice, [Stance] (1 AP 1/turn): Gain Block 1 and Counter 1)
Special Talents: Flurry of Blows, Steadfast, Mia's Lover, Top 10, Apprentice, Northern Fist
Gear: First Aid Kit [Quick Heal] (1 AP, 4/4 uses): Heal yourself or a friendly next to you for 3 HP, and remove 1 debuff.
Cash: $128 408
Heat: 5
Wanted: 3
Assets: Bulletproof 'Suit' (+1 Defence, +1 Edge), Two-Piece Suit (+1 Edge, Unequipped), Historical Artefacts (Family heirlooms), Studio Loft (Bedroom, Gym x2, Kitchen, Studio x2, Security), Muramasa Motorcycle (All Upgrades, 4 Speed, 4 Handling, 0 Size, Reroll one Speed & Handling check per chapter)
Tracking: Completed Snakeback Switch, 5 Sharp Limit

Mm. Productive. Nishina had learned a great deal from Lin Xue. Surprisingly, Lin Xue had also proclaimed the reverse. They part as... almost friends?

>>5991325
Nishina is quiet as Jackie—when had her internal monologue started calling her that instead of Blackjack?—speaks over the phone. Her first instinct is to politely refuse. She is not in the business of killing for money. But her mind quickly changes as the man's nature is explained further. "I would do this for free. Those like Marconi are lower than the filth in the sewers." Her voice shakes. Clearly there's something very personal going on, besides the reverence and protectiveness of elders that Nishina's demonstrated before, but Blackjack tactfully doesn't pry over the phone.

Nishina realises she's squeezing her phone a little bit too tightly. Breathe. There we go. "I... excuse me. Yes, consider me on this team you are assembling.

>Entering the Billy Marconi job as the Hacker. This is not a job interview, it is a statement of fact. I have 7 Sharp.

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>>5991245
Legacy: Afro
>Bank Account
>+1 Stat bonus


Ninja Ninja
Type: Brain
HP 7
Edge 8
Move 5
Defence 5
Crit 7
Factor: Cool 1 Sharp 3 Hard 0 Weird 3
Weapons: Gym Bag, Pistol, Fists
Gear: First Aid Kit, Smoke Grenade, Frag Grenade
Special Talent: Infiltrator

Free Assets: Stylish Clothes

Account: $14258

Ninja Ninja always had his brother to take care of him but with him out of the picture he needed to get his hands dirty, College ain't gonna pay for itself, not only that he needs to find out what the hell happened to him too.

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Rolled 4 (1d10)

>>5991245
Friedrich
Type: Enforcer
Stats: HP 10/10, Edge 10/10, Move 5, Defense 4, Crit 10+
Factors: Hard 3, Cool 0, Sharp 3, Weird 0
Skills: Inspire, Teamwork Tactics, "Old friends", Top 10 (1/1, Movies mentioned: Glorreiche Kameraden, Zolotoyzub)
Weapons: AR (Rng 20, Dmg 3, Ammo 4/12+4. Auto)
Pistol (Rng 10, Dmg 2, Ammo 4/8+4), Fists (Melee, Dmg 2, Crit 9+)
Gear: Armor Vest (Armor 6)
TBD
Clothes: Utility Vest (+1 magazine, +1 gear slot)
Cash: $681,655
Heat: 9
Wanted: 3
Assets: Stylish Clothes (+1 Defense)
Two-Piece Suit (+1 Edge)
Hitze Trupp (Grunts, Hard 2, Cool 1, 5 Germans, Definitely not Stasi, Sadism)
Barracuda (Speedboat, Speed 2, Handling 1, Size 3)
Secure Warehouse (Bedroom, Office, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Upgraded Workshop, Upgraded Security)
Flammenwerfer (empty)
Cell phone
Portable video camera
Historical artifacts (Old books. In German. One in Japanese.)
Top shelf DDR cigarettes

With his handiwork plastered on every TV, Friedrich has barely left his base of operations ever since the safehouse was lit on fire. He's had to rely on his men more than he's used to, and has been surprised to realize just how much he's copied from what he's seen of how some in the crew operate.

None of his men have dared tell him how unsettled they are by the flammenwerfer in the corner of his office, or by the fact that he recorded the newsreel on tape and had them watch.

And now that the heat is dying down, it's time to let the Trupp loose.

>Learn Inspire
>Hitze Trupp Mayhems

Rolled 8, 3, 3 = 14 (3d10)

>>5991546
>4
>+1 token to 2 random stats (first two rolls)
>+1 token to sharp
>Chased->Run Away because no car (Third roll)

One one hand, this had been a learning experience for all. On the other, did his men really have to set fire to that moneylender's office while chanting about the proletariat rising up just two blocks from a police cruiser?

Rolled 8 (1d10)

>>5991552
>+Cool
>+Weird
Factors: Hard 3, Cool 0+1, Sharp 3+1, Weird 0+1

Turns out class warfare was quite literal in Heat City.

>Gang wasted. $4500 for hospital bills, $10,000 to rehire them, $10,000 to send them on a second job
>Heat: 3
>Rolling injury

Rolled 8 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5991556
>-1 Move

Hobbling, drugged with painkillers and still unable to speak even passable English, the german men are sent to relax by working in the Blue Mare as hosts

Rolled 2 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>>5991559
>+1 Sharp Token
>+$4500
Factors: Hard 3, Cool 0+1, Sharp 3+2, Weird 0+1

Was it pity? Luck? Or were they really that good? No one could really understand how their night went so well.

Friedrich, in the meantime, chose to visit the last place anyone would think to look for him: the Video Arcade.

>Tax Evader
>-$500
Cash: $661,155

>>5991561
Nope, he didn't have it in him. He was not a gamer and tax evasion was bad.

Rolled 1 + 3 (1d10 + 3)

>>5991523
>Phreaking

Ninja is at heart a computer nerd, maybe he'll find something worth selling

Rolled 2 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5991572
>UH OH RUN AWAY!

Rolled 4 (1d10)

>>5991574
>Should have stayed at home Fucking wasted

-$500

Rolled 2 + 3 (1d10 + 3)

>>5991576
Second downtime
>Investigations
>>Maybe something a little less problematic will yield better results

Rolled 6 + 3 (1d10 + 3)

>>5991577
>ACK NOT AGAIN!
>>RUN AWAY!

Rolled 13 (1d13)

>>5991578
>oh god IT KEEPS ESCALATING I SHOULD HAVE STAYED HOME!

Rolled 9 + 0 (1d10 + 0)

>>5991579
>>WHY DID I PICK UP A SHIT BOX!! OH GOD!!

Rolled 3 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5991581
10 due to handling
>AAAAAAAAH!

Rolled 9 (1d10)

>>5991583
>Wasted twice
>>UGGGGHHH...How the fuck did Afro manage this......

-$500

Rolled 4 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5991243
Name: Riptide
Type: Psycho
Stats: HP: 11/11 (10+1) | Edge: 6/6 | Move: 7 (6+1) | Defence 4
Hard: 3 | Cool: 0 | Sharp: 1 | Weird: 4 (Crit on 6+)

Talents: Hurting Other People | Ruiner: (1 AP, 1 Edge) | [Apprentice] +1 Acc to Melee attacks
Weapons: [Pistol]: Range 10, DMG 2, Ammo 4/8; [Fists]: Melee, DMG 2, Crit +1 (On 5+); [Shotgun]: Range 10, DMG 4, Ammo 4/8, Breach.
Gear: [Armour Vest]: Block 2 Damage, 3 Times.
Clothing
[Stylish Clothes]: +1 Defence
[Custom Mask]: +1 HP, +1 Move (Currently Equipped)
Assets: [Dock Warehouse] (Free), $200,305, T.A.Q.A.D (Nerds, 4 People, Sharp 2, Cool 1, Slothful)

Riptide wakes up with a start in his bed, a box full of AKMs with a cloth on top. His workers, the T.A.Q.A.D, are looming over him.
"What happened to me?" Riptide asks.
"We aren't sure but we checked your blood and you tested positive for nearly every drug we know and some we didn't."
"Could it have been that food from that weird street? No way, that was a long time ago..."
"By the way, we had someone called 'Mayi' check you."
"Shit!"

One of his workers pushes up his thick glasses and speaks softly. "We think that your current way of living is catching up to you."
"What? Impossible, I've been doing this for years, since I was around 14."
The silence that statement generates in nigh-impregnable.
"...Anyway, we think you should meet someone who isn't directly related to crime and killing for once in your life. There's this girl over at the Blue Mare-"
"You gonna hook him up with a hostess?"
"Well, I feel like paying someone is the only way for him to get a prolonged conversation, so yes."
"Talia, apparently real sweet. The only bad things I've heard are that her boss is Mafia or sometihng, but people say that about everything that looks sketchy these days."
Another one of the T.A.Q.A.D pops out of the makeshift bathroom and makes a request. "Ooh, could you buy some video games for us as well?"
"What are Video Games?" Riptide says in genuine confusion.
The Silence returns with a vengeance.
"Okay."

>Buy a House Arcade. (-$3,330)
>Get a Golden Ticket for The Blue Mare. Visit Talia (-$5,000)
>New Balance: $191,975 ($200,305 - $8,330)

Rolled 8 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5991605
(+2 from Talia creates a 7)
Riptide melts surprisingly easily from someone complimenting him on his knowledge. The fact that the knowledge is about Firearms somehow doesn't concern Talia at all. Or maybe she's just acting like it doesn't.

>Gain +1 Hard Token.
>Join Heat City Wrestling (Hard Check)

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>>5991241

Chaser
>Enforcer
HP 11/11 Edge 8/8
Move 6, Def 5, Crit 9+
Cool 0 / Sharp 2 / Hard 4 / Weird 1
Heat 8 / Want 3
XP: 5
>Perks
Steadfast (1 AP 1 Edge, gain Block 2, Counter 2)
Teamwork Tactics (Passive, nearby friendlies get +2 Hit +1 Move)
Apprentice (+1 Hit Melee attacks)
White Lightning (1/mission, 1AP to knockdown self and gain 5 Edge)
Raging Demon (0 AP 2 Edge, move then melee one target 3 times, +1 Crit dmg)
- Moonlighter (One extra side-job/thread or a reroll)
Top 10 (1 Reroll available. Films mentioned: "The Big Bust", "Exit the Tiger")
[ C H S ] God Gamer (1/chapter, +1 to a d10 roll after result)
>Loadout
Stylish Clothes (Leather jacket and aviators) (+1 Def)
AR (Rng 20, Dmg 3, Ammo 4/12, Auto)
Pistol (Rng 10, Dmg 2, Ammo 4/8)
These hands (Melee, Dmg 2, +1 Crit, rated E for everyone)
First Aid Kit (Quick Heal, 1 Ap, 4/4 Uses, 3 HP and remove a debuff from self or nearby friendly)
>Assets, Resources, Connections
Bungalow (free asset, Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living room, Gym x2, Security x2, Metalwork Workshop)
HCF Martial Arts and Boxing Gym (Dock warehouse, Gym x2, Bathroom x2, Office x2, Kitchen, Security x2, Pool x2, Break room)
Buckaroo (Truck, 1/2/4, both rerolls)
Ronin (Motorcycle, 4/2/0, both rerolls)
Boxing Boys (Grunts, H2 W1; Prideful; Brian, Mitch, Vic, Bob; Underg. Fighters)
- Brian (Irish, short, cheery)
- Mitch (lazy, smoker, loyal)
- Vic (Italian, lanky, absent-minded)
- Bob (serious, rigid, cunning)
$259.985, Two piece suit, Serious Armor, Classy suits, Designer Shades, Movie Collection, Records Collection and high fidelity Record player

[Ronin nerfed. Heat and Wanted updated. XP marked on sheet. Level up: to be determined before taking any actions]

> Sign-in

A knock, then two more in quick succession: Bob has some news --a note, rather-- from the gang.

"Are we getting back in business?" Chaser speaks casually in his office in the Heat City Fights Martial Arts and Boxing Gym, the sounds of training and equipment clanging muffling his voice to any eavesdropper, while reading the contents "I guess it's about time..."
>>5991335
He picks up his phone and quickly calls Ramirez: "Heard you need some muscle, I'm in."

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>>5991245
>Level Up! +1 Sharp
Name: Napps
Type: Thug, 4 XP | Heat: 8 | Wanted: 4
COOL 3 | SHARP 1 | HARD 5 | WEIRD 1
Def 8t | Edge 9t/9t | HP 12/12 | Crit on 9+ | Move 5
Gear: Armor Vest (reduce DMG by 2, three times, before lost)
Weapons:
Fists (Melee, 2 DMG, Crit Range +1)
Pistol (Range 10, 2 DMG, 4/8 Ammo)
[Primary] AR (Range 20, Dmg 3, Ammo 4/12, Auto)
[Primary] Chainsaw (Melee, DMG 0, Ammo 8/8, [Rev it Up!] (0 AP, 1 Edge, 1 Ammo) - Until the round's end, +1 Move, cannot use gear/other weapons, +6 Dmg, costs Ammo to use.

Skills:
[Apprentice] All melee attacks gain +1 accuracy
[God Gamer] (1/mission, add +1 to a d10 roll, after it's been made)
[Top 10] (1/chapter, name & describe my character's favorite movie to reroll any die)
[Latin Beat] (0 AP, 1 Edge): Gain +2 Move and +2 Defense this round.
[White Lightning] - 1/Mission, spend 1 AP to knock yourself down and gain 5 Edge.
[Extreme Team - The Shredders] (0 AP, 1 Edge) Napps and Riptide attack a single enemy at the same time. Your teammate won't expend an action.
[Die Hard] (on death, exchange all remaining Edge for HP & second wind)

Possessions:
Cash: $173,653.25
[Equipped] Bulletproof Suit (Req Cool 4; +1 Def, +1 Edge)
Serious Armor (Req 4 HARD, +2 HP, +1 Def, -1 Move)
Two Piece Suit (+1 Edge)
Kids of the Block (Wildcard gang; Weird 2, Sharp 1; Four rowdy HS-agers; Impulsivity)
Grand ($15k value, 1/1/2, Sedan)
Dirthog ($11.5k value, 0/3/0, transmission & suspension upgrades, motorcycle)
Ronin ($39.5k, 4/2/0, Reroll SPD, Turbo & Nitro upgrades, motorcycle)
Green Disk
Studio Loft (Princeton - Bullsworth Place)
House Upgrades (Basic): Living Room, Pool
House Upgrades (Luxurious): Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen
Designer Shades (Red)
Designer Shades (Black)
Fine Suits
Cell Phone
Bag of Moonshine (Permanent, grants [White Lightning])
Demo Tape (Permanent, grants [Latin Beat])
1 Box of Worm Medication

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Rolled 9 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>>5991259
>>5991720
>Prep, DANCE BATTLE!!! Breakin' Style, Rolling 1d10+5Hard

The warm air from the sun pressed against his wet, burning muscles, slowly drying him off from the hours spent swimming and soaking. For as special and grandiose as the indoor swimming pool he had was, there was something that couldn't be beat about the real deal. He let his hand drift to his side, grasping around for something to drink.

If he'd grabbed the can of Pixie, he might be reminded of the talk he had with Rico and the Crumbs. The all-seeing eye of an orange sunset had begun to latch onto the western hills and swamps when Napps found them at the park. Rick and Rats sat on the lip of the pit, watching Yona try to give Lisa tips on handling a skateboard. He'd been using blades the last time Napps had seen them - a different kind of beast compared to the skates he was used to - so it hurt to see, but wasn't surprising, for Lisa to fall back, board slipping out from under him and rolling away. Right to Napps' feet at the bottom of the pit.

It wasn't hard to get answers - they'd gotten into a block party, one that ended up getting rowdy with gangsters and drunken deadbeat dads, and ended with a few black eyes and stolen wallets. General consensus was that it was Rico who got them involved in the fighting when they should've been running. He should've expected that, for as much of a job he did trying to keep the kids from going dark, Papi would've only been able to do so much on his own. And Rico was A) their leader, and B) always getting the others wrapped in their impulses. He'd given them a brief word of warning - Papi was the advice guy, Napps was the "he's right," guy, who (tried to) lead by example, but he tried. Rico told the others to grab their stuff, head home, and then spoke to Napps beneath his voice.

"I saw you, y'know? On the televiz, fighting cops. Me and Rats - the other two were sleeping, but we saw you in there. You're too tough to get kidnapped, you're too fucking smart to get conned - what the fuck is up? And if you're gonna tell me to go straight-and-narrow, why the fuck should I listen?" The two of them were quiet for a bit, standing there in the dying light, unmoving. The creeping heat of frustration sat under Napps' pits and eyes, watching Rico's amber dots glare in frustration - asking at once, "Give me a reason to listen," and "Please, help me understand why."

Then the slow rhythm of beats sounded to their side, and the first signs of Heat City Nightlife began to yawn with the thud of a nearby club.
"…dance off."
What? WHAT??? NO-what wait Napps What??????

>>5991749
>New Skill! [Dance Fever: Breakin'] (0AP, 1 Edge) Start Missions with a +1 Hard token, Spend tokens of that stat to gain +2 Move and +2 Defense that round.

Bodies sweating, burning with exhaustion, Rico's style and fluidity on the dance floor had only improved since Napps left. But enough combat manuevers and improvised mobility had given Napps the edge - thank you, Ricky Valdez. So, it meant that they left - Napps the clear victor - and breathing heavy as they sat on a bench, a block out from... the Block. The thud of the bass could still be felt in their bones, as Rico's own small sunset - the lights of the Block - glowed from beyond the corner. With their bodies exhausted, the tension cut - Napps let out his words, not knowing if Rico heard him.

"I never had a home. I had one when I had my family - my blood family. Then I lost my parents, my siblings, and my house. I lived in my car, lived with you and your family, lived with the Block, lived in my car again - but I never had somewhere…. permanent. Not until recently did I think that would be a possibility again - and then have that probability get taken. You have a home. You have a family. You've got enough protection and money to ensure you don't get run out, enough nearby doctors to ensure Papi doesn't run his kidney stones out too fast, and enough familia that can hide you away if things get too dark. My point is - you have a life. You have something safe."

"You saw me join the gang - that's right. I'm not leaving - I owe people. The same kind of debts and promises I made to the Block, to Walter, to Papi and Mañana, I've made to people who kept me alive - or by living their life and fighting their own fights, stayed alive, and kept me alive by extension. I'm not gonna tell you not to commit more crimes - I've already told you that, and so have others. But I got into this life because I saw a quick and easy - no. A hard, and long path, that rewards you for putting your neck on the chopping block. And I've gotten rewarded. But there's always... dozens, of people who follow me - who go a similar way in life. And they've died. Don't do something that's gonna get you killed. So live. Find skills - get good at something, even if you think it's dogshit and impossible. Take some risks, try some new routes. But don't follow me."

He'd taken off the sunglasses, slipped them into Rico's hand. "If you get in deepest trouble, I'll try and help. But don't try and get into it."

Then he walked off. He didn't look back - close enough that the Block's party blockers could keep things safe for the twenty feet away from their post. But hopefully what he said meant something. He wasn't going to turn back, to give up. He'd found his own space within the group. He was "comfortable," for lack of a better word. And he wasn't about to change pace just yet.

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Rolled 7 + 2 (1d10 + 2)

>>5991769
>>5991247
>Side Job (Gang), Mayhem. Rolling 1d10+2Weird

…if he'd grabbed the Pixie, and been the type to reminisce, that might've been what ran through his mind. But instead of the soda, his hands brushed and grasped at a bottle of chardonnay, half-empty and fresh off the shelves for $9. In an instant, he saw the bar of the HQ - heard the clanks of weights, and the roars of cheers at the living room.

…he still needed to drive home sober. Not caring if someone took notice, he sat up, screwed off the cap, and let the liquid grapes flow into the sand.
"…for those of you who died alongside us, and got to the gates of- …somewhere, here's hoping you drink this."

(Although the revving of a chainsaw could be heard in a few shots, the cameras never caught the moment of the kill, or the weapon in his hands. Only the sight of bodies shredded in two.)
(And as much as Napps hoped the kids wouldn't stir up trouble - sometimes, trouble makes itself found)

Rolled 3, 5 = 8 (2d5)

>>5991770
>Rolling 2d5 to +1 Token to 2 random stats (HCSWM)

Rolled 4 (1d10)

>>5991771
"...why do I have the gut feeling that Rats just punched someone's lights out."
He looks at the landline on the wall, then down at the in-progress Sangria on his kitchen counter.
"...here's hoping it was a good fight."
He pours in the full can of Pixie, stirs, and takes a sip.
"...hot fuck."

>9 in Mayhem = Pick 3 Options! Gained 2 Heat!
>Gained 2 +1 Tokens to random stats! (3 & 5 = +1 Sharp, +1 Move)
>Gained 1 +1 Token to a chosen stat! (+1 Hard)
>Rolling on Street Loot!

Rolled 8 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5991610
>>5991243

Riptide goes back to the wrestling ring. Solo this time. Napps seems to be busy with something, apparently it had to do with Breaking something? Who knows.

He proves his martial prowess by piledriving Dick "The Stone" Johnson for calling him a jabroni, then putting him in a submission hold for the win. No, Riptide cannot Smell What The Stone is Baking.

After returning to his warehouse for a shower, he notices one of his workers is watching TV like a lazy ass.
"Hey boss, don't you think it's a little weird to be getting wrestling championships considering the- uh- legal gray area of your work? Is this some kind of publicity or advertising stunt?"
"What? I simply fight because it's fun. Purely for the sake of it. Whether or not I gain adulation from the masses is irrelevant."
"Whatever you say, Joseph."

With that said, he puts on his best suit and heads for the Blue Mare for an unexpected role.

>Gain [People's Champ], and $5000.
>New Balance: $196,975
>Work at the Blue Mare as an Assistant. Substitute Cool for Weird.

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>>5991777
>With 6 Hard and God Gamer, Napps is now available as Muscle for the Oil Rig (Engine) and Hit (BIlly Marconi) side jobs!

>>5991245
>Mission payout: +$21,450 (225 -> 21,675)
>+2 Heat and Wanted from Mayor Harland (H: 0->2, W: 1->3)
>+1 Heat from mission (default) (H: 2->3)
>Level up: Gain +1 Cool (3->4)
>(Prep and Side Jobs TBD)


Name: Blaze
Class: Operator
Primary Weapon: DMR (3/9)
Skill: Moonlighter
Gear: Armor Vest (if allowed to take gear)
Cash: $21,675
Clothes: Stylish Clothes
Assets: Estate (Sedan)
------
Stats:
HP: 7/7
Edge: 9/9
Move: 5
Defense: 7+1
Crit: 10
Factors:
Cool: 4
Sharp: 3
Hard: 0
Weird: 0
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Heat: 3
Wanted: 3

(I seem to have misplaced my tripcode, I now have a new one.)

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Rolled 2 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5991245
>Attributes:
Hard 0 - HP [8/8]
Cool 2 - Defense 6
Sharp 0 - Edge 6/6
Weird 4 - Crit on 7+
Move 6[7]
Heat 2 - Wanted 2

>Skills:
Furious Focus
Raging Demon
Ruiner
Top Ten
Visions of Death

>Weapons and Gear:
Pistol - Range 10, Dmg 2, Ammo 4/8
Fists - Melee, Dmg 2, +1 Crit
The Highlander - Melee, Dmg 3, +1 Crit Dmg, [Headhunter]

Armor Vest - Armor [6/6]
Custom Mask (Horace the Tie) - [+1 HP, +1 Move]

>Cash and Stash:
Cash: $526
Ronin Motorcycle (Bayard) - 4/2/0 [Nitrous, Sport Suspension]
Stylish Clothes (Abhorrent Tie) - [+1 Defense]
Old Mansion (Castle Blumenthal) - [Bathroom, Bedroom, Gym, Kitchen, Security+, Workshop+]
Wildcards (Band of the Weird) - [Weird 2, Hard 1]

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>Level up! Increase Weird 3 -> 4
>Buy Security+, Workshop+, Bedroom, Bathroom, Gym, Kitchen for Castle Blumenthal [-$30,250] [New total: $526]

The siege of the gang's HQ might have been won, but it was pyrrhic as lives and the building itself were lost to the ashes. After she returned to her manor and the revels of victory ended, Horace saw to it that the same didn't happen to her new knightly order's base of operations. By the end, the manor had truly transformed to live up to it's name, becoming not only a fortress to be reckoned with, but a new training ground and source of handmade weapons and armor for the band as well. The first dozen batches were... far from field ready, but they'll get better with time. Surely.
With home affairs dealt with however, it was time to start looking outwards and decide on a direction for the Band of the Weird. You can only sit around rolling dice and drinking off brand soda for so long after all. The upgrades really ran the treasury dry too, so it was time to start advertising their services and making some money. What better way to advertise than to get out there and show the people what they're about?

===The Band of the Weird's services are open to those who need them! First one's free.===

>In the meantime... Horace decided test her might at the dance club. Just how well can she move to the beat? (Disco - Weird 4)

Rolled 1 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5991838
Blaze was a new face in town, and also in the crew. Nothing quite like the freedom to earn big with a reputable gang and an environment ripe for the picking. Assignments coming down for the new heists listed Blaze on the roster for the farm. Nothing he couldn't handle of course, but this was his first real job after driving head long into the old safehouse and popping some shots off. To be honest, it was more nerve racking than charging into the police' rear lines. Perhaps it was because this time involved a smaller team than... the entire crew. More eyes on you. More responsibility. As cool as Blaze was, he was still green, and the jitters would only go away with experience... and this experience need not only be gained through crime. Word had of course reached him of The Blue Mare, everyone knows of it, especially in the crew. In particular, the "unapproachable" Lena. Was Blaze cool enough to chill with the Ice Queen? It was an intriguing prospect, and just might help him steady his nerves.

>Prep: Buy Gold Ticket for The Blue Mare - Lena ($21,675->16,675)

Rolled 10 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5991863
(reroll from Lena)

Rolled 3 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5991864
Catching himself after an unsteady introduction, things progressed very smoothly. Lena seemed impressed enough to take things to the Champagne Room. Hopefully it wasn't only because he was a new face in town.

>>5991868
Not usually one for drinks, Blaze still composed himself well, and was eager to impress. Not quite the spark to go into the private lounge, but they did only just meet. Getting as far as he did was an achievement, and one that would improve his confidence for the upcoming heist, as well as a healthy need to prove himself with a good story for next time. Lena was rather more stunning in person than he imagined, it would be nice to return and spend more time.

Herr Alamo has left, to a much deserved and hopefully happy retirement. The upper ranks of the Crew are thinning with every mission. There is an opportunity here, for someone with the will and the resources to rise.

>>5991256
With the gang out and about, Friedrich asks Claire to spread the word. He's looking for more people to hit the Farm with.

With Blaze, Napps, Tobias and himself already in, only two more people, one hard and one cool, are needed.

>>5991380
>>5991585
>>5991838
"Velcome to ze Crew. I heff more money zan I need ünd I vant to help ze new blood. I vill give you each twenty souzand dollars für your first expenses as a gift, if you vant it.

Ze same offer iz true für anyone else who iz new ünd vants it. From each according to hiz ability, to each according to zeir need."

Rolled 6 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5991245
>Welcome back to Heat City, 47
>Level Up: Gain {Electrify}

>>5991259
>Go on the Dance Floor [poppin']

Name: Tobias Rieper
Type: Brain
Stats: HP 7/7, Edge 10/10, Move 6, Defence 4, Crit on 6
Factors: Hard 0, Cool 0, Sharp 4, Weird 4
Weapons:[Gym Bag or Weapon]
-Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 4/8)
-Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 4(SC9))
Clothes: TBD
Gear: TBD
Special Talents: {Infiltration}{Spook}{Electrify}{Top 10}
Special Effects: TBD
Heat: 5 Heat, 2 Wanted
[332,808$]
Storage: {Thermite}

>>5991874
"Much appreciated, mister Friedrich. May we reap a sizable bounty from the farm."
>+$20,000 (16,675->36,675)

>>5991325
>Candidacy as Hacker for the Billy Marconi hit. We have:
-Blackjack for Infiltrator: 1d10+4 Cool
-Fresco for Driver: 1d10+4 Cool
-Napps for Muscle: 1d10+6 Hard
-Tobias (Me) for Hacker: 1d10+4 Sharp

Rolled 3 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5991851
This is a tragedy, a travesty, and everything withing a five mile radius of any adjacent word. It only occurs to Horace once the song starts that she doesn't actually know how to dance to this funk. Does she know how to dance at all? Oh god, the inhibitions are piling up and everyone is staring.
In a sense, there's panic at the disco.

>Burn Top Ten! [Reroll - Weird 4]

But between all the nagging anxieties, one line breaks through to the front. A riddle from one of her favorite movies, Connacht the Brigand!
When Connacht and his father spoke of their gods and the Enigma of Metal, the riddle that would bar you from an afterlife in Tir a Nog, he showed the young lad a sword and told him, "This you can trust."
Connacht spent the whole film searching for the true answer, but through many trials and false leads he finally found it... and never told the audience!

If there is anything Horace can trust though, it's that even without swords, armor, or even a tie, she still has her own strength of will. Whether walking out to cheers or jeers, this weirdo is leaving the dance floor with a big stupid grin on her face.
Dancing is about having fun above all else.

>>5991335
>>5991335
Cool 6, Moonlighter

Signing up as Pointman, as the discord cabal commands. No energy for roleplay.

>>5991874
>Attributes:
Hard 0 - HP [8/8]
Cool 2 - Defense 6
Sharp 0 - Edge 6/6
Weird 4 - Crit on 7+
Move 6[7]
Heat 2 - Wanted 2

>Skills:
Furious Focus
Raging Demon
Ruiner
Top Ten [BURNED]
Visions of Death

>Weapons and Gear:
Pistol - Range 10, Dmg 2, Ammo 4/8
Fists - Melee, Dmg 2, +1 Crit
The Highlander - Melee, Dmg 3, +1 Crit Dmg, [Headhunter]

Armor Vest - Armor [6/6]
Custom Mask (Horace the Tie) - [+1 HP, +1 Move]

>Cash and Stash:
Cash: $526
Ronin Motorcycle (Bayard) - 4/2/0 [Nitrous, Sport Suspension]
Stylish Clothes (Abhorrent Tie) - [+1 Defense]
Old Mansion (Castle Blumenthal) - [Bathroom, Bedroom, Gym, Kitchen, Security+, Workshop+]
Wildcards (Band of the Weird) - [Weird 2, Hard 1]

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When the call for a heist comes through, even if it's from the Ostdeutscher, Horace doesn't hesitate to answer. After a night on the dance floor, nothing's wiping her grin away. Besides, she grew up on a farm, how bad could it be?

>Join the Farm Job as the last member [Weird 4]

>>5991874
>Napps has gained $20,000! Hot damn! At this rate, he'll make back the money on his apartment in no time!
>Napps has signed on for the Farm Heist as the Mule! For a gangster, he doesn't have much in the way of gun experience. Let's see how well he can push his way in...

>>5991910
>Oh yeah and -1 Green Disk. You've been put to the best use.

>>5991325
>Blackjack: Infiltrator
>>5991501
>Fresco: Driver
>>5991514
>Nishina: Hacker
>>5991793
>Napps: Muscle

>>5991247
Jackie *appears* in Claire's new office, though this time she accidentally makes some noise, brushing past a stack of papers as she goes to startle the other woman. Sadly, she doesn't know this place as intimately as the old office, so it'll take some time before she can spook Claire properly again.

"Hey, boss. I've got a crew." She sounds downright eager for this one. "Sign off and we'll take this motherfucker down."

>>5991874
"While the offer is much appreciated, I have no need for quite that much cash. If possible, would you assist in the procurement of papers?"

>D has acquired a legal living space! 'Swamp Shack'.
>D Swamp Shack has acquired Security upgrade.

>>5991335
Empress joins the Engine Room section of the heist as the muscle. Hard 4.

Name: Empress
Type: Thug
Stats: HP 10/10, Edge 6/6, Move 7, Defense 10, Crit on 10
Attributes: Hard 4, Cool 5, Sharp 0, Weird 0

Weapons:
Shotgun (Range 10, Damage 4, Ammo 4/8, Breach)
Sheathed Dao (Melee, Damage 3, Heavy [Cleave 3, Knockdown, Knockback 2])
Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 9)

Gear: First Aid Kit (4/4)
Special Talents: Die Hard, Moonlighter
Items: Stylish Clothes, Bulletproof Suit (Worn), Blue Disk
Vehicles: Zero (Sport, 2/4/1, Racing T&T)
Cash: $968,062

Rolled 5 (1d10)

>>5991245

Name: Renjun
Type: Assassin

Stats: HP 8/8, Edge 6/6, Move 6, Defense 8, Crit on 6
Weapons: Jian (Melee, Damage 3, [Stance](1 AP 1/Turn) Block 1 and Counter 1), Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 4/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 5),

Factors: Hard 0, Cool 4, Sharp 0, Weird 4

Skills: Visions of Death (0 AP, 1 Edge, Choose an enemy type or named enemy to become your fated foe. You have +1 crit damage and +2 to stat checks against fated foes. Reusing this ability replaces the previous target.), Top 10(1/chapter name and describe one of your criminal's top 10 favourite movies to reroll any die.)

Gear: Armor Vest (Armour 6) (Damage is dealt to Armor before HP. Armor blocks damage and is then removed)

Outfits: Custom Mask (+1 HP, +1 Move, Blue Bian Lian mask, Equipped), Stylish Clothes (+1 Defense),
Assets: Cell Phone, Chinese Language Bibles, Jewelry (Crucifix made of Gold and Jade), Artwork ("Sermon on the Mount" by Bloch)
Vehicles: "The White Magpie" (Van, 1/1/7, Engine Tuning, Racing Tires, Nitrous, Sport Suspension), Barracuda (Speedboat, 2/1/3)
Base: Dock Warehouse (Security x2, Workshop, Theatre x2, Bathroom, Kitchen)

Gang: The Heat City Knights (Weird 2 Hard 1, 5 totally sane people converted to Christ, Superstition)

Cash: $161550
Heat: 3
Wanted: 2

>Increase Cool by 1
>Rolling on wrecked for my van

Since the assault on the safe house Renjun has been operating from the shadows, rarely leaving the confines of his fortified compound in the North Shore docks as he sends his holy order of knights out to continue guiding the spiritual awakening of Heat City. Almost none of the new converts to Renjun's reactionary Christian sect have met him and fewer have seen him without his mask on since he's entered into his seclusion. Now however, the time has come for him to go back into the world and personally bring divine justice to the streets of Heat City.

>>5991632
Chaser somehow manages to play it cool when he is instead greeted by the recording machine. A feat for sure.
>[level up: gain 1 cool]
>>5991874
>Sign in for Farm job as Gunner
"Count me in. I've been there before but they might have changed patrol routes."

Rolled 5 + 2 (1d10 + 2)

>>5992158

Name: Renjun
Type: Assassin

Stats: HP 8/8, Edge 6/6, Move 6, Defense 8, Crit on 6
Weapons: Jian (Melee, Damage 3, [Stance](1 AP 1/Turn) Block 1 and Counter 1), Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 4/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 5),

Factors: Hard 0, Cool 4, Sharp 0, Weird 4

Skills: Visions of Death (0 AP, 1 Edge, Choose an enemy type or named enemy to become your fated foe. You have +1 crit damage and +2 to stat checks against fated foes. Reusing this ability replaces the previous target.), Top 10(1/chapter name and describe one of your criminal's top 10 favourite movies to reroll any die.)

Gear: Armor Vest (Armour 6) (Damage is dealt to Armor before HP. Armor blocks damage and is then removed)

Outfits: Custom Mask (+1 HP, +1 Move, Blue Bian Lian mask, Equipped), Stylish Clothes (+1 Defense),
Assets: Cell Phone, Chinese Language Bibles, Jewelry (Crucifix made of Gold and Jade), Artwork ("Sermon on the Mount" by Bloch)
Vehicles: "The White Magpie" (Van, 1/1/7, Engine Tuning, Racing Tires, Nitrous, Sport Suspension), Barracuda (Speedboat, 2/1/3), "Quianlima" (Lancer Sport, 4/2/1, Engine Tuning, Nitrous)
Base: Dock Warehouse (Security x2, Workshop, Theatre x2, Bathroom, Kitchen)

Gang: The Heat City Knights (Weird 2 Hard 1, 5 totally sane people converted to Christ, Superstition)

Cash: $100050
Heat: 5
Wanted: 4

>Pay $5000 for Van Repairs,
>Buy Lancer Sportscar with Engine Tuning and Nitrous
>Send the Knights out on foot to cause some mayhem (Rolling Weird for Gang)

Renjun sends the Knights out to spread the good word with maximum vigour and enthusiasm, the city needs to be prepared for his return from the other realms.

Meanwhile he acquires for himself a new vehicle, one with the speed needed to chase down and run through his enemies.

Rolled 5, 5 = 10 (2d5)

>>5992170

> Gain +2 Heat
> Gain +1 Cool
> Gain +1 to 2 random stats
> Don't get [Chased']

The Knights spread the good news of Renjun's return to the world with zeal, letting everyone know that the flaming sword of Christ will be coming to separate wheat from chaff with extreme prejudice. All corruption and evil will be washed away and any citizens with goodness in their hearts should do all they can to assist, mainly by attacking evil government officials and law enforcement. Luckily this time the Knights don't get too out of control and easily slip away by the time the police take interest in their firebrand preaching.

Rolled 1 + 9 (1d10 + 9)

>>5992173

Name: Renjun
Type: Assassin

Stats: HP 8/8, Edge 6/6, Move 6+2, Defense 9, Crit on 6
Weapons: Jian (Melee, Damage 3, [Stance](1 AP 1/Turn) Block 1 and Counter 1), Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 4/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 5),

Factors: Hard 0, Cool 4+1, Sharp 0, Weird 4

Skills: Visions of Death (0 AP, 1 Edge, Choose an enemy type or named enemy to become your fated foe. You have +1 crit damage and +2 to stat checks against fated foes. Reusing this ability replaces the previous target.), Top 10(1/chapter name and describe one of your criminal's top 10 favourite movies to reroll any die.)

Gear: Armor Vest (Armour 6) (Damage is dealt to Armor before HP. Armor blocks damage and is then removed)

Outfits: Custom Mask (+1 HP, +1 Move, Blue Bian Lian mask, Equipped), Stylish Clothes (+1 Defense),
Assets: Cell Phone, Chinese Language Bibles, Jewelry (Crucifix made of Gold and Jade), Artwork ("Sermon on the Mount" by Bloch)
Vehicles: "The White Magpie" (Van, 1/1/7, Engine Tuning, Racing Tires, Nitrous, Sport Suspension), Barracuda (Speedboat, 2/1/3), "Quianlima" (Lancer Sport, 4/2/1, Engine Tuning, Nitrous)
Base: Dock Warehouse (Security x2, Workshop, Theatre x2, Bathroom, Kitchen)

Gang: The Heat City Knights (Weird 2 Hard 1, 5 totally sane people converted to Christ, Superstition)

Cash: $100050
Heat: 7
Wanted: 4

>Race in the Flamingo Furious with the "Qianlima" Lancer Sport

Renjun can feel the speed coursing through his veins as he ventures back out into the world to show everyone that with the help of the LORD he can move with unparalleled speed and grace.

Rolled 2 + 9 (1d10 + 9)

>>5992178

>Use Nitrous to reroll

As the Don pulls out ahead and it looks the race is over, Renjun shuts his eyes, slams on the accelerator, takes his hands off the wheel and begins to pray. The LORD will take Renjun over the finish line.

Rolled 10 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>>5992179

>Gain +1 Sharp token and advantage on my next race
>Compete in Ninja Castle

Sadly a trickster devil appeared and blew Renjun's vehicle slightly off track, causing him to narrowly lose the race. He could taste victory and he'll be back to claim it soon.

Renjun is also booked to go back onto Ninja Castle, his previous defeat has never fully left him but this time he WILL be the Ninja Champion.

Rolled 10 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5991335
I'll make cupcakes, and bring them. If Seline is going, I can help. I'm a good engineer. It's what I studied, you know? Pharmacological engineering and--- I see your eyes are glazing over. It's fine.

Point is, I've got you.

>Engine Room, Engineer, I have Weird 6, and I an opting to use it. In case there's surprises, I do backup with some Sharp.

>Do. . . we just roll this?

Rolled 8 (1d10)

>>5991245

Name: Tony Vespucci
Type: Brain
Stats: HP 10/10 Edge 12/12 Move 6, Defence 5, Crit on 5 and above
Factors: Hard 3, Cool 0, Sharp 5, Weird 4

Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 3/12), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 6), SMG (Range 10, Damage 3, Ammo 3/15, +1 crit range, Autofire)
Gear: First Aid Kit (4/4 uses)
Special Talent: Taser (4/4 uses)
Special talent: Pack Alpha (names: Carlo and Diego)
Special Talent: Electrify

bulletproof suit: +1 edge, +1 defense

ASSETS
>Mirage (Racing Tires + Suspension): Carissima
>Cash: 71 967

GAINS:
cash: +24 700
+1 Hard from level up

Don Tony’s petty little kingdom grows, even as bodies drop.
Somehow, the old man is still alive.

His loyal enforcers, Diego and Carlo, still stand by his side after all this time.

Time to shed some blood.

>send the Tailors to cause some Mayhem
>Word of Advice: give Andrea the duck to Dr Ben for the Oil Rig hit

Rolled 4 + 9 (1d10 + 9)

>>5991247
>>5992226
Oh sweet mayhem, how you sing to me…
>mayhem: +1 sharp
>mayhem: don’t get chased
>mayhem: -3 heat

>renovate: every fucking thing (-88k)
Current cash: 8 667

>snakeback switch, substituting weird for cool, using the Carissima

Rolled 4 + 9 (1d10 + 9)

>>5992229
>reroll the check using Suspensions

Rolled 6 (1d10)

>>5992181

>Gain +1 Cool token and [Apprentice]
>Roll on Street Loot

A grievance from the past has been resolved at long last, Renjun is the champion of Ninja Castle! The vile dogs in the editing room sadly cut his 27 minute long post-game rant from the TV broadcast, but some of the joyous thanks he gave to the LORD for his victory still managed to make it on the air as it was too difficult to edit around.

Rolled 7 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5992306

>Gain $4,000 from street loot table
>Roll for training with DRAGON LEE

Now that Renjun's talents have been properly recognised, he can finally begin training with the legendary Lightning Dragon aka DRAGON LEE! Truly a man blessed by heaven, Renjun is looking forward to learning all he has to teach in the realm of martial arts.

Rolled 7 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>>5992091
"Zat can be arranged vith a phone call. Enjoy."

>-$20,000 each to Blaze, Napps
>-$20,000 for D. Spenser's Swamp Shack, Security Upgrade
>-$24k for farm expenses
>-1 Green Disk from Napps
Cash: $577,655

>>5991874
>>5991881
>>5991883
>>5991896
>>5991910
>>5992161
Farm Heist
>Horace II, Pointman
>Blaze, Scout
>Chaser, Gunner
>Napps, Mule
>Tobias, Wires
>Friedrich, Spotter

"Let us begin. I vill be vatching."

Rolled 8 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5992421
"Let's do this quick and clean." Chaser says as he takes aim.
>Rolling Gunner (+4 Hard)

>>5991380
>>5992091
"Mr. Spenser was it? I've heard that you've recently been to my gym and that the Boys have been particularly rough on you.
I am terribly sorry for their lack of self-restraint, even if it does get results, so do at least allow me to pay for your medical expenses."
>pay $2000 to D. Spenser

Rolled 7 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5992421
With a thirsty blade and a canine-bearing grin, Horace takes point for the attack. The front is the best place for a swordswoman after all.

>Pointman - Substituting Cool for Weird

Rolled 7 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5992421
>Rolling for Farm (Mule), +6 Hard
For once, the chainsaw would only slow him down - pick the right equipment for the right job. Or, don't pick any. That would explain the handful of empty duffel bags hanging against his back, ready to be filled with loot. Let's get to work.

Rolled 4 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5992421
>Wires

Rolled 9, 6 + 4 = 19 (2d10 + 4)

>>5992421
>Rolling Scout for Farm
No sweat, they won't slip past me.

Rolled 4, 6 = 10 (2d10)

>>5992421
>>5992431
>>5992432
>>5992465
>>5992466
>>5992469
>Total of +9 out of a max of +6
"Great vork team! Zey did not even see us coming."

>Rolling for rare loot

>>5992471
>Prototype Ranged Weapon
>Legendary Melee Weapon
||Waiting for Raven||
>$100,000 to each
>White Disk to Friedrich

"Ünd hier is everyone's share. It vas a pleasure."

Rolled 8 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5992476
"Always a pleasure working with professionals."
>New total: $357.985
"I am interested in either of the weapons" he mentions "and obviously it wouldn't be fair for some people to get less loot than others: I am willing to pay a part of my cut to anyone who won't get one."
It's only fair after all.

On a different note: it's time to get stronger. While Chaser might be ex-military and know CQC, it's always a good idea to know more combat styles.
So it's no surprise that he invited Red Misha, the Siberian Bear, to the gym. Granted, it's more of a publicity stunt than anything, but beyond the flashiness and sheer physicality there's some technique to grasp. And he's interested.
>Learn Unstoppable, Raging Bear style. (+4 Hard)

Rolled 9 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>Training at Chaser's Gym

>>5992500
>-1 Cool Token
Factors: Hard 3, Cool 0, Sharp 3+2, Weird 0+1
>+1 XP
>Learn Moonlighter

Training was not as bad as he had heard. It did make him realize that he was not as cool as he briefly thought he was, when compared to the true veterans.

>>5991960
Not long after Jackie arrives an old face walks in. A Cuban man with Sunglasses, stinking of alcohol, in a Hawaiian shirt and cargo shorts. He also has a gun case slung over his shoulder that is covered in spray painted on profanity. He smiles with teeth of varying shades of white, some clearly not real. "Wow if I could see two ladies like you whenever I show up to a job early I'd always be early.

>>5991960
>>5992504
Jackie simply raises an eyebrow, her own aviator sunglasses reflecting the man's disheveled beach bum appearance back at him. "Yeah, I get that a lot." She seems nonchalant, while asking, "So are you one of those types that drives better while drunk, or what?"

>>5992505
"I'm hungover. There is a big difference. And I drive one hell of a mean machine no matter what state I'm in baby. Claire there can back that up." Fresco replies before leaning back against a wall in the office. Nodding without adding in the state of the vehicles after he drove them.

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>>5991960
>>5992505
>>5992514
>Napps has gained a net $120,000 from Friedrich and the Farm Job! Holy shit. What are people supposed to do with $300k??? I don't think mortals are meant to have such wealth...

Navigation came easy to Napps - it helped in the races, and it helped him now, finding the new, maybe temporary office for Claire. He'd gotten the call, agreed to the terms laid out by the woman who'd led a good team in the Ricky hit, gave the Hopefully the man they'd hit would deserve a little more pain and blood than a shitty singer or a crappy ball thrower.

Slipping through the narrow door, he saw the day's leader - "Ms. Jack," with a raised hand, and.
Hm.
Sunglasses. Hawaiian shirt. Cargo shorts. Clearly not Nishina, so this was the new one. "Fresco."

He tapped his fist gently to his open chest, abs and scar exposed by his hawaiian shirt above cargo shorts, all in a slight red tint from his sunglasses.
"Napps."

Name: Nishina Kaori
Type: Assassin
Stats: HP 6/6, Edge 14/14, Move 6, Defence 10, Crit on 8
Factors: Hard 0, Cool 4+1, Sharp 5+2, Weird 2
Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 0/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 7, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice), Ivory Katana (Melee, Damage 4, +1 crit damage, 1st crit each turn gives Block 1, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice, [Stance] (1 AP 1/turn): Gain Block 1 and Counter 1)
Special Talents: Flurry of Blows, Steadfast, Mia's Lover, Top 10, Apprentice, Northern Fist
Gear: First Aid Kit [Quick Heal] (1 AP, 4/4 uses): Heal yourself or a friendly next to you for 3 HP, and remove 1 debuff.
Cash: $128 408
Heat: 5
Wanted: 3
Assets: Bulletproof 'Suit' (+1 Defence, +1 Edge), Two-Piece Suit (+1 Edge, Unequipped), Historical Artefacts (Family heirlooms), Studio Loft (Bedroom, Gym x2, Kitchen, Studio x2, Security), Muramasa Motorcycle (All Upgrades, 4 Speed, 4 Handling, 0 Size, Reroll one Speed & Handling check per chapter)
Gang: Kendo Club (Weird 2, Cool 1, Overly Enthusiastic)
Tracking: Completed Snakeback Switch, 5 Sharp Limit

>>5992533
...that was the third person Nishina had seen walk into Claire's office.

...of the three other people working with her against Marconi.

She pokes her head in through the door. Looks at everyone. Looks again.

"Hello." A short bow. "Is this the gathering for those against that [maggot-eating vulture] Marconi?"

Rolled 6 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5992707
>>5992533
>>5992505
After the brief introductions Fresco claps his hands. "Haha alright we got the whole crew! I'll go get the car warmed up."

>Rolling for Driver now with Cool

Rolled 8 + 7 (1d10 + 7)

>>5992784
Name: Nishina Kaori
Type: Assassin
Stats: HP 6/6, Edge 14/14, Move 6, Defence 10, Crit on 8
Factors: Hard 0, Cool 4+1, Sharp 5+2, Weird 2
Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 0/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 7, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice), Ivory Katana (Melee, Damage 4, +1 crit damage, 1st crit each turn gives Block 1, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice, [Stance] (1 AP 1/turn): Gain Block 1 and Counter 1)
Special Talents: Flurry of Blows, Steadfast, Mia's Lover, Top 10, Apprentice, Northern Fist
Gear: First Aid Kit [Quick Heal] (1 AP, 4/4 uses): Heal yourself or a friendly next to you for 3 HP, and remove 1 debuff.
Cash: $128 408
Heat: 5
Wanted: 3
Assets: Bulletproof 'Suit' (+1 Defence, +1 Edge), Two-Piece Suit (+1 Edge, Unequipped), Historical Artefacts (Family heirlooms), Studio Loft (Bedroom, Gym x2, Kitchen, Studio x2, Security), Muramasa Motorcycle (All Upgrades, 4 Speed, 4 Handling, 0 Size, Reroll one Speed & Handling check per chapter)
Gang: Kendo Club (Weird 2, Cool 1, Overly Enthusiastic)
Tracking: Completed Snakeback Switch, 5 Sharp Limit

"Apparently so," she comments as the strange man strides past. She gives Jackie a 'do you know this guy?' look, then follows after, snagging up a bag of electronics she'd refamiliarised herself with recently. Her family weren't traditionalists in /every/ respect, and she'd always had a bit of a hand for computers.

Rolled 1 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>>5991960
>>5992784
>>5992533
"Good to see you again, Napps." Blackjack doesn't normally associate with the type of meathead that Napps counts himself among (at least not in the gang- she does hang out with truckers and bikers), but she pops the collar of her own red Hawaiian shirt and pats him on the shoulder. "You've been on a roll lately, it'll be great to have you along."

>>5992790
Jackie gives the kid an amused smile, and shrugs, as if saying 'what can you do?' But underneath the smile, there's a current of impending violence, and she nods over at the Japanese swordswoman. "Let's get this fucker."

Rolled 6, 10 + 4 = 20 (2d10 + 4)

>>5991335
Empress's agents will provide prep work for Rainfall, Blackjack, and Empress herself.

Rolling Muscle for Empress's part in the heist.

Name: Empress
Type: Thug
Stats: HP 10/10, Edge 6/6, Move 7, Defense 10, Crit on 10
Attributes: Hard 4, Cool 5, Sharp 0, Weird 0

Weapons:
Shotgun (Range 10, Damage 4, Ammo 4/8, Breach)
Sheathed Dao (Melee, Damage 3, Heavy [Cleave 3, Knockdown, Knockback 2])
Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 9)

Gear: First Aid Kit (4/4)
Special Talents: Die Hard, Moonlighter
Items: Stylish Clothes, Bulletproof Suit (Worn), Blue Disk
Vehicles: Zero (Sport, 2/4/1, Racing T&T)
Cash: $968,062

Rolled 2 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>>5991259
Empress makes an attempt at the Outdrive arcade cabinet again.

Despite her reluctance to put innocent people in harm's way, two friend-of-friends related to Empress's agents demanded to join in on "the good fight". She had no idea what stories her agents were passing around, but their enthusiasm was outright dangerous. Empress begrudgingly outfitted her new goons with pistols and thin kevlar vests that would hardly stop a pistol. A reminder that their job wasn't to kill, but rather to lay low and loot what they could.

Name: Empress
Type: Thug
Stats: HP 10/10, Edge 6/6, Move 7, Defense 10, Crit on 10
Attributes: Hard 4, Cool 5, Sharp 0, Weird 0

Weapons:
Shotgun (Range 10, Damage 4, Ammo 4/8, Breach)
Sheathed Dao (Melee, Damage 3, Heavy [Cleave 3, Knockdown, Knockback 2])
Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 9)

Gear: First Aid Kit (4/4)
Special Talents: Die Hard, Moonlighter, Pack Alpha
Items: Stylish Clothes, Bulletproof Suit (Worn), Blue Disk
Vehicles: Zero (Sport, 2/4/1, Racing T&T)
Cash: $968,062

Mooks: Chloe and Jimmy

Rolled 1 + 9 (1d10 + 9)

>>5992859
Empress's pixelated car explodes spectacularly as it slams into a guard rail. Hm, well that didn't go as planned. Her pockets now void of quarters, she steps into the seat of her Zero to try out the real deal at the Central City Circuit. But not before having a proper Sport Suspension installed in her ride.

Name: Empress
Type: Thug
Stats: HP 10/10, Edge 6/6, Move 7, Defense 10, Crit on 10
Attributes: Hard 4, Cool 5, Sharp 0, Weird 0

Weapons:
Shotgun (Range 10, Damage 4, Ammo 4/8, Breach)
Sheathed Dao (Melee, Damage 3, Heavy [Cleave 3, Knockdown, Knockback 2])
Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 9)

Gear: First Aid Kit (4/4)
Special Talents: Die Hard, Moonlighter, Pack Alpha
Items: Stylish Clothes, Bulletproof Suit (Worn), Blue Disk
Vehicles: Zero (Sport, 2/4/1, Racing T&T, Sport Suspension)
Cash: $964,562

Mooks: Chloe and Jimmy

Rolled 1 + 9 (1d10 + 9)

>>5992863
Empress's newly installed racing suspension seems to come in handy as she swerves to avoid an eerily familiar guard rail.

Rolled 10 + 9 (1d10 + 9)

>>5992866
(Using the Moonlighter bonus because there's no way in hell I just rolled two nat ones in a row.)

Empress is sweating as she grips the wheel of her Zero and gives it a hard turn.

>>5992870
Empress's near-misses with death must have looked like advanced maneuvers to the spectators. Her straining sports car screamed well ahead of the rest of the pack with each hair-raising turn, providing an impressive lead which endured all the way to the finish line. Empress slumped into her cushioned seat in exhaustion even as they were counting out the 50-grand in prize money she just won. Oh yeah, and she learned a thing or two about driving. Namely to avoid hitting the guard rails at full speed.

Name: Empress
Type: Thug
Stats: HP 10/10, Edge 6/6, Move 7, Defense 11, Crit on 10
Attributes: Hard 4, Cool 5, Sharp 0, Weird 0
Starting Tokens: Cool 1

Weapons:
Shotgun (Range 10, Damage 4, Ammo 4/8, Breach)
Sheathed Dao (Melee, Damage 3, Heavy [Cleave 3, Knockdown, Knockback 2])
Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 9)

Gear: First Aid Kit (4/4)
Special Talents: Die Hard, Moonlighter, Pack Alpha, Adrenaline Shift (Spend Cool tokens like Edge)
Items: Stylish Clothes, Bulletproof Suit (Worn), Blue Disk
Vehicles: Zero (Sport, 2/4/1, Racing T&T, Sport Suspension)
Cash: $1,014,562

Mooks: Chloe and Jimmy

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Rolled 4 + 2 (1d10 + 2)

>>5991245
"Look, look, there I am!"

Sitting up a bit too quickly caused Wizard's headache to come back with a vengeance. The TV on the floor of his Snake River bungalow living room didn't get the best reception—faulty antenna, perhaps—, but, there he was, clearly recognizable in the grainy footage. The Wizard on the TV had a dazed, vacant look in his eyes as he stared up into what he now knew to be the camera of a news helicopter and not, in fact, a UFO that the feds had flown all the way from Area 51 so they could nab him on twentysomething counts of wire fraud. Yeah, the blood-encrusted bandage made him look decidedly uncool and very much worse for wear. Yes, the look on his face was all sorts of gormless. Indeed, he was maybe second-to-last of the crew to be shown on the news and was only described as "an unknown male, mid twenties, slight build, heavy slouch". But, still, he was on *the* news.

Despite his excited pointing, the small group of wannabe hackers and phreakers he'd gathered around him and let crash in his bungalow did not appear enthused. Casey and Lil were playing Sorcery, Kei was reading some manga that Mizuchi had lent him, and Em was occupied with Donkey Kong on her Game & Watch. Just as they had been for the past week. The only difference was that the tower of pizza boxes in the corner of the room had doubled in height. Not one of them was even quarter of the way through the K&R C book, a half-assembled black box on the coffee table was coated with dust, and the telephone company manuals he'd fished out of dumpsters sat untouched. Wizard stood up and turned off the TV.

Right, that was quite enough laying about. He'd had quite enough of the falling action in the aftermath of the safehouse raid and it was time to get back to work. Starting with these four layabouts.

---

Good to be back, Raven.

>Increase Weird
>Send Script Kiddies to do some Phreaking (+2 Sharp)

Name: Wizard
Class: Brain
Primary Weapon: SMG (5/20)
Skill: RC Bomb (2/2), Top 10 (1/1)
Gear: Frag Grenades (6/6)
Cash: $360,485
Clothes: Utility Vest (wearing), Lightweight Armor Vest
Assets: Ronin (+1 Speed, +1 Handling, Speed reroll 1/1, Handling reroll 1/1), Sorcery TCG
Housing: Bungalow (Bedroom, Office, Bathroom, Workshop, Security)
Gang: Script Kiddies (2 Sharp, 1 Weird, Sloth)
Tokens:
[advantage on next race]
------
Stats:
HP: 7/7
Edge: 10/10
Move: 5
Defense: 5
Crit: 7
Factors:
Cool: 1
Sharp: 4
Hard: 0
Weird: 3
------
Heat: 6
Wanted: 3

Rolled 10 + 2 (1d10 + 2)

>>5993038
"What? Who is this? What do you want?

"I told you not to call me.

"Well, since you already did, this call better be free, Lil.

"Ugh...you guys suck. You suck so, so bad...

"They what? No, I understand. Let me think, let me think.

"Conan the Librarian or Tax Evader. You have a chance that way.

"Yes, of course you can! The challenger names the field of honor and the one challenged chooses the weapons. Code duello. Tell them exactly that if they argue and—...

"...Lil? Are you still there? Lil? Hello...?"

>Script Kiddies are challenged to a video game battle. They play Tax Evader (+2 Sharp)

Rolled 1 + 1 (1d10 + 1)

>>5993050
"Hello...?

"Of course you did. I knew you'd smoke them.

"...Now, if there's nothing else...You know, time is money. Literally, in this case, since you four can't phreak worth a damn and—...

"...Uhh...Lil? Oh, for fuck's sake..."

>Script Kiddies to Mayhem (1d10+1 Weird, -$10,000, +2 Heat)

Name: Wizard
Class: Brain
Primary Weapon: SMG (5/20)
Skill: RC Bomb (2/2), Top 10 (1/1)
Gear: Frag Grenades (6/6)
Cash: $349,085
Clothes: Utility Vest (wearing), Lightweight Armor Vest
Assets: Ronin (+1 Speed, +1 Handling, Speed reroll 1/1, Handling reroll 1/1), Sorcery TCG
Housing: Bungalow (Bedroom, Office, Bathroom, Workshop, Security)
Gang: Script Kiddies (2 Sharp, 1 Weird, Sloth)
Tokens: +1 Sharp
[advantage on next race]
------
Stats:
HP: 7/7
Edge: 11/10+1
Move: 5
Defense: 5
Crit: 7
Factors:
Cool: 1
Sharp: 4+1
Hard: 0
Weird: 3
------
Heat: 8
Wanted: 3

I have a gang I haven't used. 2 Weird, so they can slide into any role. I don't have a disc, but I'll pony up the $1000 for an Everton heist if anyone else has actions left and wants to join in. I'll forfeit my share of the straight cash and just take whatever luxury loot pops up.

>>5991256
Fresh from the success of the Farm Heist, Friedrich begins organizing something much bigger.

>Sign up for another Oil Rig heist. People, Black Disc needed.

Rolled 10, 1 + 8 = 19 (2d10 + 8)

>>5993067
"Mhm, yeah sounds like that stuff was laced.

"Fuck if I know. Some nasty shit. Stay away from that crap next time. All of you already have what it takes to phreak. Just gotta apply yourselves.

"Yeah, yeah, I know what you did. You're all over the news. Ha, well, not really. You're on the ticker down below while *I'm* plastered all over.

"Just...look, just get home safe, alright?"

>Don't get chased, +1 Sharp

"Hmm...all that money and nothing to spend it on...hey, wait a second...!"
>Buy a Jet (-$170,000), upgrade it to the max (-$13,000)

"Thanks for the tune-up, Dom. It's not going to work out the same way it did last time, though."
>Race the Flamingo Furious with the Jet, subbing in Weird for Cool, using advantage from previous thread (2d10+5+3).

Name: Wizard
Class: Brain
Primary Weapon: SMG (5/20)
Skill: RC Bomb (2/2), Top 10 (1/1)
Gear: Frag Grenades (6/6)
Cash: $166,085
Clothes: Utility Vest (wearing), Lightweight Armor Vest
Assets: Ronin (+1S, +1H, Sr1/1, Hr1/1), Jet (+1S, +1H, Sr1/1, Hr1/1), Sorcery TCG
Housing: Bungalow (Bedroom, Office, Bathroom, Workshop, Security)
Gang: Script Kiddies (2 Sharp, 1 Weird, Sloth)
Tokens: +2 Sharp
[advantage on next race]
------
Stats:
HP: 7/7
Edge: 12/10+2
Move: 5
Defense: 5
Crit: 7
Factors:
Cool: 1
Sharp: 4+2
Hard: 0
Weird: 3
------
Heat: 8
Wanted: 3

Rolled 7 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5993091
>Race won. +$5,000, Furious Focus gained.

As is tradition, after a good race Wizard hits the Neon Knights.
>Video Arcade, Conan the Librarian (+6 Sharp, -$500)

>>5993077
"A hacker? That's what you need? Sure, I'm your guy."

>Sign up as a Hacker for the Oil Rig heist.

Rolled 5 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5992847
>Rolling for Billy Marconi (Muscle), 1d10+6Hard
"Mm. Likewise." He nods at Nishina, following Blackjack and Fresco out.
And so it is, that a swordswoman and three beachgoers left to take down a shitty scam call center.

>>5993098
"...And that's how you do it. Crom may laugh at the four winds but he takes overdue fees very seriously, as you can see."
>Input initials WIZ and gain God Gamer.

Name: Wizard
Class: Brain
Primary Weapon: SMG (5/20)
Skill: RC Bomb (2/2), Top 10 (1/1), Furious Focus, God Gamer (1/1)
Gear: Frag Grenades (6/6)
Cash: $170,585
Clothes: Utility Vest (wearing), Lightweight Armor Vest
Assets: Ronin (+1S, +1H, Sr1/1, Hr1/1), Jet (+1S, +1H, Sr1/1, Hr1/1), Sorcery TCG
Housing: Bungalow (Bedroom, Office, Bathroom, Workshop, Security)
Gang: Script Kiddies (2 Sharp, 1 Weird, Sloth)
Tokens: +2 Sharp
------
Stats:
HP: 7/7
Edge: 12/10+2
Move: 5
Defense: 5
Crit: 7
Factors:
Cool: 1
Sharp: 4+2
Hard: 0
Weird: 3
------
Heat: 8
Wanted: 3

>>5993077
>Join the second Oil Rig heist

>>5992476
>Gain $100,000 (36,675->136,675)

Rolled 6 (1d10)

>>5992784
>>5992790
>>5992847
>>5993099

Jackie almost cocked up the whole operation with her shitty disguise, this time. In her haste to get rid of Billy Macaroni, and rid Heat City of someone who took advantage of its most vulnerable, she had forgotten to reconnoiter his crew and hideout, and prepare a suitable disguise. And Billy Macaroni styled himself as a classy criminal, with linen suits and t-shirts, rather than beach bum clothes or streetwear, so she stood out when she tried to get into position to make Napps' rampage through the building easier. Of course, Blackjack was still incredibly good at lying, but being an attractive woman and dressed differently than the rest of her 'comrades' meant that there were plenty of eyes on her, and that all she could do was add her sword to the swathe of blood Napps tore through the warehouse.

>Luxury Loot roll

>>5993110
>+Painting ($7000 USD)

>Mission Total: $207,000 USD
>Blackjack Take: 51,750 USD
>Fresco Take: $51,750 USD
>Nishina Take: $51,750 USD
>Napps Take: $51,750 USD

>>5993110
>>5993113
After getting the crew out of the place before the police could swoop in and cleanup the disheveled man opens up conversation again. The Lone Star's engine still rumbling as Fresco pulls them into a safe lot they can handle loot and split up. "Hey BJ. Napps. You two have been busy while I was out of town. Got some kinda disk thing, all black? I remember some military looking guy mumbling about one and I wanna see if I can make him smile with it."

>>5993077
>Signup as Pointman (with Black Disk if Blackjack wills it)

Name: Nishina Kaori
Type: Assassin
Stats: HP 6/6, Edge 14/14, Move 6, Defence 10, Crit on 8
Factors: Hard 0, Cool 4+1, Sharp 5+2, Weird 2
Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 0/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 7, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice), Ivory Katana (Melee, Damage 4, +1 crit damage, 1st crit each turn gives Block 1, +1 Accuracy from Apprentice, [Stance] (1 AP 1/turn): Gain Block 1 and Counter 1)
Special Talents: Flurry of Blows, Steadfast, Mia's Lover, Top 10, Apprentice, Northern Fist
Gear: First Aid Kit [Quick Heal] (1 AP, 4/4 uses): Heal yourself or a friendly next to you for 3 HP, and remove 1 debuff.
Cash: $180 158
Heat: 5
Wanted: 3
Assets: Bulletproof 'Suit' (+1 Defence, +1 Edge), Two-Piece Suit (+1 Edge, Unequipped), Historical Artefacts (Family heirlooms), Studio Loft (Bedroom, Gym x2, Kitchen, Studio x2, Security), Muramasa Motorcycle (All Upgrades, 4 Speed, 4 Handling, 0 Size, Reroll one Speed & Handling check per chapter)
Gang: Kendo Club (Weird 2, Cool 1, Overly Enthusiastic)
Tracking: Completed Snakeback Switch, 5 Sharp Limit

>>5993110
Nishina, on the other hand, is entirely too used to using revenge as a motivator. She's laser-focused as she balances bladework and shorting out the plentiful electronic defences Billy Marconi has populated his lair with. More the latter with Napps around, especially as Jackie joined back up with them.

>>5993113
Jackie has to talk Nishina out of forfeiting her share of the money out of sheer naive honour, but eventually the young Japanese woman finds herself a substantial amount richer.

...What now?

>>5992491
>Use the +1 from God Gamer
>Gain a Hard Token
The workout took a bit more out of him than he expected, but he ended up invigorated actually.
>>5992501
>Pay Friedrich $1000 in damages (to his Cool image)
>>5993077
>Sign up for Oil Rig (Muscle)
"No hard feelings. The Boys just don’t know when to quit sometimes."

Rolled 10 (1d10)

>>5991245
Time moved on but the city barely could heal. What was there to do? A corrupt police department was more of a crippled police department now. Same for the SWAT teams. But at least now it meant a progressive return for Rico. Taking the helm as interim Captain (until official ceremony would come) it was slowly going to be a change. Soon he'd probably have to leave the crime behind or on the downlow. Those at station who knew we're already on his side now and those that suspected we're already shut up. Harland's response won't be a light one but at least now the old team was taken off the equation. Push while still having the advantage and then we'll see the answers at the end. For now, it was time to get things back in shape.

>Gain [Blitz]

>>5993077
>Join the 2nd Big Oil Rig Heist

>>5991264
>Hire a new gang (last one is gone) for 10,000$
>The New Block Runners. A shell gang used to train ex-SWAT members, racers and parole chumps in new Urban Tactics to make the new bulk of the HCPD SWAT teams. About 5 guys who don't exactly trust each other but will eventually have to learn to. [Grunts: 2 Hard, 1 Cool]
>Send them to Mayhem

-----New Map 9----

+2 Wanted, +2 Heat

Name: Rico Torres
Type: Thug
HP 12/12
Edge 8/8
Move 5
Defense 10

Cool: 5 {Permanent}
Sharp: 1 {Permanent}
Hard: 5 {Permanent}
Weird: 0
-Skills
{Blitz}: Move 10, directly, deal 3 dmg+taunt, gain blk 1
{Die Hard}: First time you would die on a mission, survive and convert all remaining edge to HP
{Top 10}: 1/chapter, name and describe one of your character's favourite movies to reroll any die.
{Furious Focus}: At start of Turn, If at 0 Edge gain 1 Edge
-Clothes [Bulletproof Suit]: +1 Defense, +1 Edge
-Queen Bee Reputation lvl 1

Assets
Weapon: Dragon Slayer [Dmg 5, Slow]
Vehicle: Lancer [4/3/1]
+Engine Tuning and Turbo Install (+1 Speed)
+Nitrous (Reroll 1 Speed/Chapter)
+Racing Tires and Transmission Overhaul (+1 handling)
+Sport Suspension (Reroll 1 Handling/Chapter)
Jet [5/1/0]
+Engine Tuning and Turbo Install (+1 Speed)
+Nitrous (Reroll 1 Speed/Chapter)

$47,100 USD [Heat 4, Wanted 2]

Sponsored Gang: Glass Joes [2 Sharp, 1 Hard]

>>5993121
Some kind of military looking guy? Heckler? Jackie, slowly, nods, and hands the disc over to Fresco. "I get 5% of whatever cut the leader gets from the mission, and first choice of any interesting gear picked up. This was pretty difficult to get my hands on, you know?"

Rolled 6 (1d10)

>>5993143
>Heat +2 (now 6)
>Choose: Streets loot, +2 Stats random, +1 Stat choice and DON'T get chased
>Rolling for Streets Loot

Rolled 5, 2 = 7 (2d5)

>>5993153
>The crack goes into the bounty bin. (+6,000$)= 53,100$
>2 stats random (2d5) in order

Rolled 4 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>+$1k from Chaser
>Already have a boat
>-$150k to buy a helicopter
>-$100k for both halves of Oil Rig attempt
>White Disk from me
>Black Disk from Fresco
Cash: $428,655

>>5993101
>>5993104
>>5993132
>>5992432
>>5993121
>>5993143
>>5992466

"Ve heff everysing ve need. Go. I vill deal vith ze machinery."


Oil Rig Team Best

Airdrop
Hacker (Sharp): Wizard
Scout (Cool): Blaze
Gunner (Hard): Chaser
Pilot (Cool): Horace II

Engine Room
Pointman (Cool): Fresco
Muscle (Hard): Rico
Engineer (Sharp): Friedrich
Wires (Sharp): Tobias

Rolled 2 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5993172
"W-wait a second...*that's* what we're hitting? Uhh...c-can we stop somewhere? I want to get off. No...? Ok..."

>Rolling for Hacker (1d10+6 Sharp)

Rolled 4 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5993172
Name: Fresco
Type: Operator
Stats: HP: 8/8, Armor 0, Edge 8/8, Move 6, Defense 10, Crit on 6, Heat 2
Weapons: DMR (Range 30, Damage 4, Ammo 3/9)
Factor: Hard 0, Cool 4+2, Sharp 2, Weird 4+2
Special Talent: Deadeye: (0 AP, 1 Edge) Attack with +3 accuracy, +3 crit rate, and +1 crit damage
Lightning Reload: 1/Turn reload for 0 AP
Oh Yeah!: Fuck you, roll +weird for a cool entrance
Moonlighter: Gain a 3rd Sidejob. Can use this 3rd job to reroll a Side Job roll.
Furious Focus: At the start of your turn, if you have 0 edge, gain 1 edge.
Dance Fever Disco: (0 AP, 1 Edge) Gain +1 Wtoken at start of mission. Spend WTokens to gain +2 Move and Def for that round.

Drug Kit: (1 AP, 2/2 Uses) Take 1 damage to gain ++2 to a stat for 3 turns.
Custom Mask: +1 HP & +1 Move
Cash: 16750
The Floater [Barracuda]: 2 Speed, 1 Handling, 3 Size

>Buy own Barracuda for the job [-45k]
>Roll for Pointman with Cool

"Let me take the lead. I've been to one of these kind of things before." Fresco advises as he takes on the boat with the others, leaving the air team to their fate.

Rolled 6 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5993172
Things sure are easier to see from up here. Might have to get used to aiming down sight while in motion though...

>Scout Roll for Oil Rig

>>5993121
He's about to respond when a twinge in his foot and an ache in his arm stop him, turning the limb to see a patch of red under the bandages wrapped around his wrist. It's enough to remind him of the other wounds he'd taken from the Farm job, that although they'd all made it out alive and well, it wasn't without a cost of blood. Pushing his luck with the oil rig might be pushing it - and that wasn't counting whatever scrapes he'd gained from the scam center.
"I think the... german got it. Or at least something like it. Either way, I'll have to pass on anymore excitement for now."

>>5993129
He waves them good luck, stepping out of the car and grabbing the Ronin's keys, choosing to walk it to the lot's entrace before he would drive off. He glances at Nishina - splitting up would be the smart move, but...
He doesn't think too hard, instead following his gut impulse and knocking on the side of Fresco's car for her attention.
"Drinks at my place later?" And almost forgetting, but adding in, "good job. You did good in there."

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Rolled 8 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5993172
>Wires

Rolled 6 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>>5993172
>Gunner (Hard) roll
"It's like I'm back in the army."

Rolled 1 + 2 (1d10 + 2)

>>5993172
This was new.
She'd been behind the wheels of tractors, pick-ups, dirt bikes and the like but never at the controls of a helicopter. Horace spent a lot of hours pouring over the manual of the thing, memorizing all she could before the job, and now that she was here the adrenaline was pumping.
Now she was just like the Marines on the TV back when she was younger. Good morning, Vietnam.

>Rolling for Pilot (1d10+2 Cool)

Rolled 7 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5993177
>Top Ten reroll.

Rolled 5 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>>5993154
>Stat chosen +1 Cool token

>>5993172
>Muscle
"Alright we're all in team. ¡Vamos! Let's see what this oil rig has to offer."

Airdrop
Hacker (Sharp): Wizard
>>5993357
+3
Scout (Cool): Blaze
>>5993183
+1
Gunner (Hard): Chaser
>>5993272
+2
Pilot (Cool): Horace II
>>5993354
-1

Total: +5

Engine Room
Pointman (Cool): Fresco
>>5993178
+2
Muscle (Hard): Rico
>>5993368
+2
Engineer (Sharp): Friedrich
>>5993172
+1
Wires (Sharp): Tobias
>>5993202
+2

Total: +7

Both teams succeeded, advancing to stage two

>>5993357
Utterly confounded by the oil rig's security system, Wizard recalled the night four years ago when he went to the opening screening of GameWars, a gripping tale of hacking, artificial intelligences, and looming thermonuclear war. That night was the genesis of the Wizard, transforming him from a college sophomore into a (future) hacker extraordinaire (hopefully. The "extraordinaire" part was still a work-in-progress). It was also what compelled him to attempt to (unsuccessfully) hack into his school's library network a month or so later, with predictable results. The rest, as they say, was history.

It was this brief reminiscence that gave rise to an epiphany. He *did*, in fact, know the trick to beating this security system. Though it looked like nothing he'd seen before, that wasn't the case. Actually, it appeared to be a derivative of a system that he'd managed to blunder into compromise more or less on accident in '86. To cut a long story short, his old bungalow in Snake River wasn't the first house he burnt down and bugged out of. Far from it, in fact.

>Top Ten reroll spent. New result is 13. +3 to Oil Rig airdrop.

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>>5993375

"Heckler, where the FUCK is Rainfall!? I've been trying to reach her comms the whole month and she's radio silent. You think something's happened?"

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Rolled 4, 6, 4 = 14 (3d10)

>>5991245
With the heat higher than its ever been, Mizuchi has been fairly scarce. Anime nights? He was still there for those any day, but with the Heat City government looking to pour every expense into regaining even a slight amount of credibility, even someone as troubled as Mizuchi had a degree of tact. So, he spent long, long days meditating and practicing his bladework in his high rise suite, behind enough layers of private security to prevent any cowboy cops from barging in on him taking a dump with a 45 and a disregard for warrants.

It was good for his skills, at the very least.
>Learn Flurry of Blows

The loss of the safe house hurt. It had been the home for their revenge quest, and now it was gone. He figured Alamo wouldn't be the last to leave. What did the Boss's legacy mean now? He felt like that aimless young ronin again, the last thread of normality of the boss's gang gone. All he could do was wait for the answer to reveal itself. And wait for his friends to call.

>>5991259
>>5991256
As the days went on, Mizuchi finally felt confident running some damage control. He sent the Talent Co. out on their usual work for Tony, trying to obfuscate any recognition of himself at the safehouse with mistaken identity from a buzz of philanthropy.
>Pay 10k to send the Talent Company to work double time at Larocca Sanitation (+2 Hard)

As for himself, he hit the old haunt of the blue mare. He needed good conversation to get his head back in the game.
>Spend 5k to buy a gold ticket for Mia.

Name: Mizuchi
Type: Assassin
Stats: HP 9/8+1, Edge 8/7+1, Move 6, Defense 8+2, Crit on 7
Factors: Hard 2+1, Cool 4+1, Sharp 2, Weird 4
Weapons: Pistol (Range 10, Damage 2, Ammo 4/8), Fists (Melee, Damage 2, Crit on 6), Raijin (Melee, Damage 4, [Stance], 1/1 Per Job [Stormdance] +1 DMG and +1 Stun for one turn)
Gear: First Aid Kit (4/4 Uses), Bulletproof Suit (+1 Defense, +1 Edge)
Money: $222,243
Special Talent: Flash Step, Agility, Flurry of Blows, Furious Focus
Assets: Katana Coupe w/ Engine Tuning, Racing Tires, Suspension, and Nitrous [Speed 2+1, Handling 1+1, Size 3], Movie Collection (Anime), Loud Apartment, Blue Cassette, Tower Apartment (w/ The Works & Security+), Hi-Fi Stereo, Cell Phone, Manga, Designer Shades, Rare Weapons, Mizuchi Talent Co. (Grunts, +2 Hard, +1 Weird, Vice: Superstition)
Heat: 12
Wanted Level: 3

>>5993561
His talk with Mia was short, but sweet. It was enough to help.
>+1 Sharp token.

As for the Talent Co, they worked well and brought him a pleasant finder's fee as usual.
>Results of 6 & 8.
>This reduces Heat by 6 and pays out $5,200

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Rolled 8 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5991245
>>5991335
>>5993514

>Level Hard 0->1
>+$21,450
>Heist roll!

Rainfall exists. She is in existence. Her existence is an eternal constant in this universe; where there is existence, Rainfall exists and is real and is heisting at this very moment.

Name: Rainfall
Class: Assassin[Lv7]
HP[8/8] Edge[7/7] Move 6
Defense 9 Crit 6
Cool:4 Sharp:1 Hard:1 Weird:4
*Skills:(Flash Step)(Die Hard)(Top Ten)(Furious Focus)

*Weapons:Blood Katana(Dmg4,Block1,CDmg+1,1stCritHeal+1)
Pistol(Dmg2,Range10,[1|8])Fists(Dmg2,Crit+1)
*Gear:Armor Vest(Block 2Dmg[2/3])
*Clothing:Bulletproof Suit(Def+1,Edge+1)

$1,058,753+21,450=1,080,203
Blue Disk
Black Disk
Secret Files[B]
Blue Cassette [CHAOS]
$10,000 Gold Bar
$10 Chocolate Money
14 Heat, 0 Wanted
Beach House
Katana Coupe [2/1/3]
Zero(Speed+Handling+Nitrous) [3/4/1]
Jet(Speed+Nitro)[5/1/0]
Construction Workers(Hard2,Sharp1,Slothful)
Advantage on next race

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In preparation for the upcoming Oil Rig heist, Ramirez had spread the word of the crew he was assembling to hit it. It had to be done right, he imagined that this kind of massive offshore complex was probably crawling with security out the nose. He was prepared for that.

What he WASN'T prepared for was just how many of the gang would try to join in. Sat at his desk, Ramirez taps a pencil against his notepad, thinking.

AIRDROP
Scout:
Gunner: Ramirez
Hacker:
Pilot: Rainfall
ENGINE ROOM
Pointman:
Muscle:
Engineer:
Wires: Heckler

>Dr. Ben, Blackjack, Seline, Empress, Kitt, Friedrich, Chaser, Tobias, Napps, Blaze, Tony have all applied...

A lot of good people, not enough space... Ramirez's mind, honed by decades of special forces experience, pores over the list of candidates for weeks.

Finally, on the deadline of the start of mission planning phase, he steps into Claire's office, waving a dossier in the air, which he duly hands over to her.

"Claire, got the list of who I'm getting on this job." Ramirez says. "I've already got a plan, we'll be hitting the Rig soon. Wait, what do you mean the commie's hitting it first?"

OIL RIG MEMBER LIST
AIRDROP
Scout: Dr. Ben
Gunner: Ramirez
Hacker: Blackjack
Pilot: Rainfall
ENGINE ROOM
Pointman: Seline
Muscle: Empress
Engineer: Kitt
Wires: Heckler

>>5991342 | >>5991353 | >>5991394 | >>5992126 | >>5992187 | >>5991464 | >>5993587
"Alright, plan's simple this time around," Ramirez says as he paces around in front of a cool looking tactical display that Heckler had somehow procured. Apparently the glowing lines made it better for holding the attention of Marines.

"We'll split up into two groups, one to hit the platform from below, and the other's going to hit the same platform from above at the same. Ben, Blackjack, Rainfall, you're with me on GREEN TEAM, we'll be inserting via helicopter. Seline, Empress, Kid, you'll be on RED TEAM under Heckler. I call this one Operation Attack on the Mercenary Oil Rig (AMOR). Got it? Good."

>Confirming the beginning of the Oil Rig Heist!
>Dr. Ben gains +2 to first half roll
>Empress, Rainfall, Blackjack roll with advantage on first half.

Rolled 5 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5993588
…….

Why do I let Kitt talk me into-

BREACH BREACH BREACH

> Rolling Pointman, first into the Engine Room. 6 Cool, and six pistols as well!

Rolled 7 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5993588
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smnJ-qM1RWk

They're in a tin can flying over the stormy Pacific, yet Ramirez can only think about the mountains of Afghanistan. How they looked while spiralling in the air. In another life, he'd been stood in a helicopter, shoulder to shoulder with a team of badasses. HIS team, back in the day. Before the- Ramirez tears himself away from that spiral of thoughts. This time will be better. It has to be. And while the Gang might not be the same, the people he's standing with are no less his team right now.

Rainfall in the cockpit. Blackjack checking her sword and decoded. Dr Ben doing some weird voodoo rituation with his guns. Ramirez knows this half of the mission is good hands. And right on time, the other half calls in.

"GREEN LEADER, this is RED LEADER." Comes the voice of Heckler, Ramirez's trusted (even if he'd never admit that) friend and second. "RED TEAM is on course and ready. 3 minutes out. Over" RED TEAM is the other half of heist, Heckler and Chien's kid as the techheads, Empress and Seline bringing the muscle and guns. He can trust them to their jobs.

Ramirez picks up the radio to reply. "RED LEADER, GREEN LEADER here. Roger, GREEN TEAM is 2 minutes from the drop-off, radio silence starts now. Out."

When he clicks the radio set off, Ramirez can practically feel Blackjack rolling her eyes. "You soldier boys sure like your fancy code words huh? What's wrong with just talking like a normal human?"

Ramirez resists the urge to snipe back with something about using swords in a gunbattle. He's a leader now, needs to act like it. "Makes thing easier to read, and speeds up radio comms." He says. "You'd know if-"

Any further conversation is interrupted when the radio buzzes again, this time on an open frequency. "This is Control Station PAPA GULF to unauthorised aircraft, you are entering the 5-mile secured perimeter of this base. Withdraw beyond 5 miles or you will be fired on."

Ramirez swiftly gets on the horn right back. "GULF PAPA, this is GREEN GOBLIN. We're coming back from the store with the milk and smokes." As the team tensely waits for the reply, he makes a note to thank Empress after this. Those codes might save this heist from ending before it even begins.

After a few mutterings in the background of 'older code' and 'checks out', the Oil Rig returns. "GREEN GOBLIN, cleared landing on Pad 7."

Doctor Ben chuckles from behind, audibly rolling his shoulders. "Ha, madame Empress' people do good work."

Rainfall makes the necessary adjustments, slowly steering the helicopter into position. Out of the corner of his eye, Ramirez just imagines he can see the shadow of a boat slip under the Oil Rig support struts.

"Alright, get ready fellas... let's get this show started." Ramirez takes a glance out the window, before throwing open the door.

>Rolling +Hard as Gunner for the Airdrop half.

>>5993506
Sniper (Cool): Rico
>>5993368
Gunner (Hard): Chaser
>>5993272
Scout (Cool): Blaze
>>5993183
Pointman (Cool): Fresco
>>5993178
Hacker (Sharp): Wizard
>>5993357
Codebreaker (Sharp): Friedrich
>>5993375
Mule (Hard): Horace II
>>5993354
Engineering (Sharp): Tobias
>>5993202

"Zere vill be some changes in ze team roles für ze second part. Vait until ve heff cracked ze code or locked ze console, zen go."

>>5991243
After the fiery finale at the former safe house Jackal had good time to fix the manor slowly but surely.
Oh and her truck also patching some bullet holes and holes caused by shrapnel of varying size. Straightening head sized dent on bumper, removing bricks and what looked like an red air intake from rear of car.

Even if her radios had been quiet same could not be said about the television. Hell the late night news even had guts to show end of one who fought in same room as she did. Then there was the big guys boasting it would surely come to play sooner rather than later.

At least throwing gator out of your yard works as exercise and you even learn something about how dirty these things fight.
>Learn Animal Within

Name: Jackal
Type: Psycho
Stats: HP 11/11, Edge 6/6, Move 5, Defense 5, Crit 8
Attributes: Hard 4, Cool 1 , Sharp 0, Weird 2
Skills: Smash(0ap, 1 Edge), Hurting other people, Animal Within, God Gamer, White Lightning
Weapons: Smg (Range 10, DMG 2, 3/9 Ammo, Auto, Crit+1) , Pistol (Range 10, DMG 2, 4/8 Ammo), Molotov (Thrown, Area 2 flames for 2 turns, 1dmg and 2 burn), Fists: (DMG 2, Crit+1)
Gear:
Serious Armor: +2HP, +1 Defence, -1 Move
Cash:32,908
Heat: 7
Wanted: 2
Assets: Old Manor, Ammo belts, Vagabond [Full upgrades]

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Rolled 3 + 7 (1d10 + 7)

>>5993506
This is more serious than the sniper thought. But he came this far. Using the radio they have he calls up that one smart hacker chick from the Macaroni job. She helps solve the puzzle in a mere minute.

>>5993368
>>5993272
>>5993183
>>5993620
>>5993202
>>5993354
>>5993357
>Hidden Puzzle solved! Everyone gets +1 to roll!

He then gets into Sniping position.
>Cool for Sniper

Rolled 8 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>>5993620
>>5993637
>Rolling for Scout (+4 Cool, +1 Puzzle)


I don't think "Pointment" tend to be snipers

>>5993640
Pointmen*

Rolled 8 + 6 (1d10 + 6)

>>5993637
That voice. She... No, he can't think about her now. Focus on the task ahead. There are more codes to be broken.

>>5993637
*Replace all instances of Sniper with Pointman I can't read

Rolled 9 + 4 (1d10 + 4)

>>5993588
>Rolling Sharp Wires

"Haven't done a mission like this in a long time." Heckler mumbles to himself as Seline and Empress sweep and clear the engine room. Moving quickly to a control panel, he quickly shifts the panel underneath open before beginning to splice wires.

Rolled 2 + 5 (1d10 + 5)

>>5993620
>Engineering