* Last time! * Trast shall make his next axe out of FIRE AND BREAD! * Tze and Teresis had a duel! * ... or tried to, anyways. * Damned crit. * And then there was walking! And then Da Party met some real-life genuine Lords! * By interupting them. ( *cough* ) (Hey, aren't we real-life genuine Lords also? ; ) ) * And now that that's over with, the PC's get to do whatever the hell they want. (Kaeolla gets some hotties to hang with.) * Tze looks deep in thought, and generally out of it. * Start! * KaeollaRae stretches and says "Pooh. That could have been more entertaining. This place is rather boring. I need to find some excitement." * KaeollaRae starts walking back towards the others. * Carter is walking with the others out of the ship, his face set quite firmly. And getting darker as he walks. * Elonith walks out the ship. He looks upset, but then again, when doesn't he? (OOOh! Instasuntan! He should market it!) * Alex looks upset, too. She came back with Kae, and hasn't uttered a single word yet. * KaeollaRae looks her normal self. * Carter gestures the party towards the forest, away from the ship, and flies that way himself. * Nameless NPC's in penguin suits generally go 'Wak' at Da Party. * Elonith walks in the direction. Stupid Lords. * KaeollaRae waves and smiles at them cheerfully. * Trast carries an NPC with him. * Carter is making his way out of the forest, punching trees on his way. Small craters are left in the larger ones, smaller ones fall over. * KaeollaRae sashay along behind the group. * Poor forest. ;_; * Carter waits a good 100 feet from the treeline for the rest of the party. He is visibly shaking. * Alex kicks up the pace once in the forest. She keeps flinching whenever Carter hits a poor tree, though. Carter, stop wasting good firewood. Yeah. We may need it later. ( Oh. No. You don't. ) ( <_< ) ( It's only a couple dozen trees! And most of the damaged ones aren't much hurt! ;_; ) * Alex takes position some 10 feet from Carter, leaning against a tree. She's twirling her lone gun in one hand. * Elonith nods. "Well, that was certainly the opposite of productive." ( There are trees beyond the treeline, then, Jex? ) Are we expected to kill those men? ( I thought you were referring to the inner treeline. Sorry. ^_^; ) If we were, none of them would be left right now. ( Outer. He is *out* of the RB3 controlled forest. ) * Alex dosen't lean against a tree, then. One stick of TNT and that place would go up in flames. TNT? * Oh, hey! There's the chocobos you came in on! Over that way some distance, waiting around the edge of the crater. * Carter takes a deep breath. When he speaks, he's quiet. And...calm? Maybe? "Miss Alex, what do you know of something called "Cephiro's Bane?" It's a lake. * Alex frowns, and holsters her gun. "Why?" A high explosive. Trinitrotoluene. explosive. ? Um... blows stuff up in a fireball? Why is it called that? Does it have something to do with the Lord of the same name? * Alex takes a deep breath. "The lake now known as Cephiro's Bane was where Hvvrt was originally, before Cephiro eradicated it from existence." Elo: I understand a ball of fire, but I don't know how someone could breathe it? * Elonith shakes his head. "It causes a wave of force that destroys objects in all directions, as well as a large amount of fire." I...see. * Carter turns to Elo, and yells, "THAT'S NOT IMPORTANT NOW!" * Elonith takes the yelling in stride. "I'm not deaf. You could have just asked for me to stop talking." * Carter takes a deep breath. "I'm sorry. Sorry." He's breathing heavilly after that outburst. * Alex watches Carter silently. "It was too involved in the war between the Lords of Shadow and Lords of Light. Nothing survived. Not even a ghost." ....Something must have. Those two are interested in it. Mentioned Hvvrt specifically. And using *swallows before he can go on* Julia for something equally important. Then they're insane. * Elonith nods. "Morganti Weaponry..." * Carter sits down in mid-air. "Okay, okay. Sorry, hang on. Lemme access the file..." He sits up, looking sightlessly straight ahead. When he opens his mouth again, voices that are not his own come out. (And yes, I just ripped something out of another game.) So... where were we? You were going to explain this plan of yours. Oh yeah. You destroyed the PADD with the information. * Alex steps back a few steps, instinctively drawing her gun. It went 'wak' at me. * Trast cuffs Carter on the back of the head. Are you allright? * Elonith pays attention. Does noone appreciate my sense o-- *Carter goes sprawling, the utterances cut off suddenly. "Ow! What was that for!?" I'm fine! *he rubs his head in pain, and glares figurative murder at Trast* The hell...? * Alex keeps a gun on Carter. She looks spooked. * ( Um, theres a difference between a "cuff" and a "hit" ) Carter: Is it normal for you to speak in voices not your own? * KaeollaRae quitely observes the party quietly, her weight shifted on right side and her arms folded over her chest. ( From someone with a level of Super Strength, and dealing with someone more frail than they're used to? ) Oh. Oh. Sorry. I'm playing back a recording. ( *you've* got a level of super strength too :P) ( So? That doesn't make be *tougher*. ) * KaeollaRae looks at Alex with a smirk. ( He's not seriously hurt...you just startled him. :P ) Now, where was I...? <_< >_> Unless there are objections? *there's a slight shake in his voice* Continue, however next time you perform some strange wonder, please, notify people first. * Alex lowers her gun, slowly. I'm sorry. really. I-I'm ... arg. Anyway... Does noone appreciate my sense of humor? No. Get to your point. Fine, fine. It was a report on this area. Our agent in Telcentia was nuetralized, and the tomb restored. No luck in Hvvrt still. But maybe that other Terran will work for that purpose. But I won't get her yet. The time's not right. Why do you waste your time with Cephiro's Bane? They will shun all efforts to their death, of this I am sure. Nothing you can do will change that. But if I slip in as a girl that's not related to the Lords, I can get inside. These terrans have lovely features that would make them an ideal host. Hm. Fera is totally under my thumb. And Lifa is vunerable now. I might have to change my plans to account for that. (Going off to eat. Keep talking. :P) What of those who just visited? Why did you insist on making a fool of yourself and let them go? (silence) A feeling... That's amusing, coming from someone who has sold their soul to technology. More than that. It's a hunch. But they will be crucial to my plans. Oh... yes. I scanned most of their data stores with them. You'll love this. * Alex looks uneasy. (silence) They're another set of Lords. (silence) It wouldn't do to outright slaughter them just yet. And I need everyone to believe I've been cowed by this truce. If they regard me as a threat, my role in this plot will be compromised. You acted like a fool. (hotly) And they'll all go after you first because you don't know how to act like you're not the greatest most badass of us. I will always fight to my full extent, so that unworthy opponents won't waste my time with them, and so that a worthy opponent will recognize my skill such as it is. .... whatever. I'm going to Telcentia to see if I can remedy the situation. Do try to lend the impression that I'm still here? (silence) I do not like this room. Something is watching us, I can feel an impression pressing against my soul. Hmm...? Hey, you're right. There's something ... Neat trick. The terran left some nanites behind. (silence) (silence) Hm... I really do talk too much. Oh well. Let's cut off the signal. I imagine you'll try to intercept me at Telcentia. Don't. Because I know where you live! I mean... where your girlfriend does. * Carter shuts his mouth abruptly, almost trying to take back the last quote. "The file ends there." Dammit. Dammit. Dammit. Dammit. Dammit. * KaeollaRae seems amused at Alex's irritation. There's not more? All you got was his report for this area...? Well, Lord Clay called Lord RB3 a fool... the nanites stopped sending there. * Carter looks around at the others nervously. * KaeollaRae seems cheerful. Well that settles it. I need to talk to Annie... and then I'm going to Telcentia. Dammit. How much of this was my fault...? * Trast seems large * Carter notices Kaeolla's cheer, and his eyes narrow. "And you! What are you so cheerful about!? Why did you push me? Do you think this is a GAME!?" He looms over Kae, holding his arms stiffly at his side. I shouldn't have ever let you get into the area under Lifa..... Carter, you need to relax. ( Elo's missing the Kae-bashing. Poor Elo. ) * KaeollaRae says "Of course. Life is a game." RELAX!? *whirls to face Trast, his face the picture of teenaged fury* Yes. Relax. Getting angry won't solve your problems any faster. * Trast is completly unfazed by the anger of someone 1/3 his size. (Which is funny since one typically expects a caveman to talk with his club =P ) *whirls back to Kae, his hand stopping 6" from her face* It is not a game! It's serious! I- I- *can't seem to talk* * KaeollaRae smiles "Opsie." * Alex glances at Kae briefly. Then resumes watching Carter. * KaeollaRae walks past Carter and towards the Chocobo's That wasn't an accident, you stupid wench! You could have gotten us all killed! Why did you do that? Why are you here? Are you suicidal, or just stupid! LOOK AT ME WHEN I'M TALKING TO YOU! *grabs her arm and flies in front of her again* * Trast cuffs Carter. Harder this time. I said *RELAX* * Carter flinches, and turns to the caveman. "Stay. Out. Of. This." * KaeollaRae doesn't seem phased by Carter's outburst but says "Got you tongue back I see and you've seemingly lost your shyness." DON I Don't think so. Like or not, we're all a tribe, and I won't have us infighting. 't change the subject, girl! * Trast turns to K Rae. And stop provoking him! I don't care *how* funny you think it is. * KaeollaRae says "My, everyone is so violent around here. I think Ms. firecracker is rubbing off on everyone." *ignores Trast* Well, Rae? Why did you do it? *grabs either side of her face* Don't pin this on me, blueberry. * KaeollaRae says "You're suddenly so agressive." and then puckers her lips. * Trast shoves K Rae and Carter apart. That is *quite* enough. If *either* of you wants to continue this discussion, you can take it up with *me* * Carter reflexively swings a fist at Trast's face. STAY OUT OF THIS! * Trast doesn't flinch. * KaeollaRae giggles and then starts walking onwards towards teh Chocobo's. * KaeollaRae says behind her "Aren't we in a hurry?" * Carter gets in front of her again. "You still think this is funny!?" * Trast doesn't *let* carter get away from him. You wanna fight? Lets fight. * KaeollaRae says "Careful, Harry seems agressive today." * There's a general commotion amongst the chocobos. * Elonith snaps to. "Okay, okay. I've heard enough. Break it up, you two, or I'll do it for you." * KaeollaRae looks towards teh Chocobos in an attenpt to decern the cause of commontion. ( Lafing Cat slaughters K Rae for her use of "teh" ) * There's another chocobo incoming! * KaeollaRae continues walking that way, keeping an eye towards the oncoming Chocobo. * Carter glares at Trast, breathing heavilly. "Leave me alone!" * Carter attempts to fly up. If Trast holds on, he's coming too. (Yeeeehaaaah! Ride him caveboy!) ( How much can you lift while flying anyway??) (Presumably the same as he can when not flying since BESM doesn't have any encumbrance rules) * The other chocobo has a rider! And is approaching at a liesurely pace, so they're not in view enough to make out yet. * KaeollaRae continues walking towards the Chocobos and looking at the oncoming Chocobo. ( Unless you weigh more than one ton or so, Trast, Carter can lift you. ) ( Thats fine then, though that *really* doesn't make any sense >_> ) * Carter flies to land in front of Kae again. "Answer. Me. Why do you insist on messing everything up?" (just avoid the evil, ultra detail that is GURPS, Jex =) ) * KaeollaRae says to Carter "We seem to have company, Sweets." * Elonith runs over to where Kae and Carter are. * Carter 's face twitches. "That's not an answer!" *SLAP!* (Did Carter just slap her?) * The lone chocobo rider is in view, now! It looks like Alex! .... in different clothes. Alex herself starts running to the one on the chocobo. * Trast clobbers Carter with the flat of his axe. ( roll? ) ( No need. Auto hit in his current condition. ) (If he really trys to she'll attept to avoid his male aggression) ( Just a def roll, if desired. ) ( regardless of whether Carter hits or not, I'm still trying to smack him.) ( Carter did just slap her. Hard. Though not full-strength, it would send her to the ground if it hit. ) * Dicesuke throws the bones for KaeollaRae (2d6-2) and gets 5. ( Trast, you'll auto-hit. ) ( I'm just stating that you missing K Rae wouldn't mean I'm not smacking you. ) ( Fine by me. Carter needs a good knock back to his senses about now. ) * KaeollaRae nimbly bends backwards, the slap to be overshooting her, and does a reverse cartwheel. * Carter is sent sprawling by Trast's Axe, and stares blankly at his hand. And seems suprised to find himself on the ground. He curls up into a fetal position. * KaeollaRae says "My, you certainly are taking after Ms. Firecracker." * Elonith steps between the combatants. "Stand down Trast." Oh, I'm done already. Good. * KaeollaRae looks towards the visitor and says "Oh my, one of Alex's two sisters has arrived. I wonder if she's the fun sort of person or not." * Elonith helps Carter to his feet. "I must say I'm dissapointed in all of you. I would think we could solve this with words, not violence." * KaeollaRae walks towards the newcomer. K Rae: Though I would advice you to keep your amusement to yourself. Find us all silly as much as you like, but I will not tolerate your provocations. * Carter swings his arm at Elo, trying to fend him off. * And about now the lone chocobo rider gets near ye all. It looks like Alex... even with Alex running up to her. But she has a different garb on. Jeans, and a short-sleeved denim jacket. Annie! * Carter looks at Elonith. Blinks. Picks himself up, refusing aid. "Sorry." He seems to forcibly compose himself, going quite emotionless. "I appologize, everyone. It won't happen again." Carter: I appreciate that, hopefully I won't hit you again as well. I'll be fine. *he doesn't meet Trast's gaze, looks daggers at Kae before catching himself and looking at the ground. Then his eyes go blank again* Who is this, Miss Alex. * Elonith nods. "It happens. Believe me, I've done it before. Just... try to keep it to a minimum." * Elonith looks up at Annie and waves. "Good day." * Annie eyes Da Party. Looking at Kae especially, then turning to Elo. "Good day to you." * Carter bows stiffly to the newcomer. "Greetings, M'Lady. What brings you here?" * Trast motions to include Annie and Alex. "You two are together I take it?" * Annie glances at her sister. "She summoned us. I was closer than Ai, so I came. Ai's on her way, but she'll be a couple of days." Summoned? By what mechanism, if I may inquire? None of your business. It's a secret, I'm afraid. Sorry. Leave these things be. So for what purpose are you here? just to chat? * Annie looks curiously at Trast, then smiles. "Why, I'm here to help out my sister, of course!" How do you plan to do that? * KaeollaRae wiggles her tail (You'd swear from the way that she is acting right now that she was a cat and someone had just pulled out a ball of yarn to dangle before her.) * Alex glares at Kae. "By covering for me before I kill her." * Carter is even more studiously ignoring Kae than usual. * Trast looks exasperated. I'm not going to let *you* start a fight either * KaeollaRae cheerfully looks back at Alex. Well, bye now! * Elonith eyes Kaeolla. * KaeollaRae smiles and waves Alex off "Have fun, dear." * Alex gives Annie a quick hug, then gets on the chocobo she came in on. So you two are leaving? * Annie smiles. "She was acting as your guide, then? This should be interesting." So, you are going to accompany us, now? Very well. What, if anything, could the Lords Clay and RB3 been talking about? *to Trast* I'm about to play recorder, again. *he's still very, very emotionless in inflection* * KaeollaRae smiles towards Annie and replys "Maybe." Annie, one of the messengers of the Lords, at your service. *bow* No luck in Hvvrt still. But maybe that other Terran will work for that purpose. Why do you waste your time with Cephiro's Bane? They will shun all efforts to their death, of this I am sure. Nothing you can do will change that. * Annie gets a thoughtful look on her face. "Cephiro's Bane..." Miss Alex informed us it was a lake, and that Cephiro turned Hvvrt into it. What is it that Lords RB3 and Clay could want there, and what do they think a Terran could accomplish that they themselves could not? ( A Terran could research the Defence Matrix upgrade! ) ( Why so we could! That's what I'll spend my CP on! --Or not. ) ( If you get a forcefield, you *so* have to call it that ) ..... (Duh. Or he could get a massive DCV upgrade and call it that.) (Elo: The SC Defencive Matrix was definately a force field ) (Yes it would.) ( Devensive Matrix could also be the ability to slow down time.....) * KaeollaRae cheerfully listens to the group speak out. (But the Defense Matrix from M:TG would be a anti-magic ability.) * Annie gets a thoughtful look on her face, then glances around the surroundings. * KaeollaRae seems her normal cheerful self, seemlingly without a worry in the world and having forgotten all about Carter's recent outburst - kinda like it never happened at all. * Carter 's continued robotic stiffness indicates that he's not forgotten it. At all. ...... ......! I get the feeling that you have more questions. Would any of you mind terribly if we went somewhere less exposed? I'd be happy to sit and answer you're questions as best as I can. * KaeollaRae smiles and says "Well, I'm sure these fine upstanding gentleman would like to know if you have a boyfriend or if you are available." she winks. Shelter is seldom a bad idea. * Carter ignores Kae completely. "Yes, Ma'am. That sounds like a plan." *follows her to whatever location she has in mind* I've got more questions than you can answer in a lifetime. Or three. But let's find some place to rest so I can get the most important ones out of the way. Shall we be off, then? Lifa is close by, but there's some underground caves nearby if you would like to avoid Lifa. * KaeollaRae continues to smile at Annie, expecting a reply. * Annie smiles at Kae. "Work before pleasure. And work takes up all of my time, I'm afraid." Lifa is fine by me. * KaeollaRae pouts and says "Oh, to bad." I know nothing of the terrain near here. Let's go. * KaeollaRae gets aboard her Chocobo. It's agreed, then. *shifts position, turning her chocobo around.* * Elonith mounts up on his chocobo and follows. * KaeollaRae thinks.oO("So one aspect is angry and violent and one aspect is a serious workaholic...I wonder what the third aspect is like. I hope she's more playful.") * KaeollaRae follows along on her Chocobo. * Annie looks at Trast. "We're short one..." ( Kae: You're going to drive Carter insane, you know that, don't you? ) (She'll make a _man_ outta him yet!) ( <_< Did this look like a "man" to you? ) (ment in the "manly man" way ; ) ) ( ..... So very very wrong. ) ( Kae: Good luck... You'll need it. ) (MANLY!) (Heh Heh) ( So, is it over, Jex? ) I'm used to running long distances, I can keep up fairly well. * KaeollaRae offers "Well, sweety, that'd be because we picked him up here...kinda like a stray." A stray? Is that an insult? Yes. * Trast waits for K Rae to answer. * KaeollaRae replys "Not really." Okay, then. I'll slow down if we're going to fast. Only if you have some dignity. Shall we be off? Let us go. * KaeollaRae says "Many wanderers turn out to be very good companions." Yes. * KaeollaRae replys "Ready to ride." * Carter hovers a foot off the ground. "Let's go." (can't he just pick his foot up off the ground instead ; ) ) * End. X_x