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The Destined Hosts Operation In Rhagost 240318
In the heart of the Eldritch Grove in Rhagost, a spirited and tumultuous battle unfolds as Tomas, Yasmin, Bjarne, and Miles endeavor to activate an ancient seal believed to possess the power to open gateways between realms. As the team forges ahead through brush and depression, hostilities escalate against the Destined Host soldiers, a faction committed to thwarting their mission. Yasmin's archery initially misses its mark, while Tomas unleashes his fury in spells of black and red flame, emphasizing the high stakes of their undertaking. Amidst the chaos, Bjarne's transformation into a wolf is a critical turning point, enabling him to navigate the battlefield with lethal agility, despite being targeted relentlessly by enemy archers.
As the battle rages, the team navigates through tactical maneuvers and near misses, with the environment itself bearing witness to the ferocity of their determination. Tomas and Yasmin form a protective vanguard, attempting to mitigate the onslaught from the Destined Host soldiers, while Bjarne, in his wolf form, leverages his primal instincts to outmaneuver their adversaries. Communication among the team is terse but fraught with urgency as they coordinate their movements and attacks, demonstrating a palpable sense of camaraderie and shared resolve.
The climax of their mission is charged with tension as each member contributes to weakening the Destined Host's defenses and the seal itself. Despite sustaining injuries and navigating unforeseen challenges, such as Bjarne's need to return to human form to interact with the seal, their persistence pays off. In a demonstration of solidarity and resourcefulness, the team manages to outlast their formidable foes, with Tomas and Bjarne continuing the activation of the seal through unconventional but effective means.
The narrative concludes on a victorious note as the Balanced&Corrupt Alliance succeeds in their mission, a testament to the power of unity and determination. Their victory not only signifies the potential for altering the balance of power between realms but also highlights the indomitable spirit of those who dare to venture into the unknown in pursuit of a cause greater than themselves.
At Sun Mar 17 2024, in a forest near Rhagost
Mission: Get to one of the three designated sites and continue activating the ancient seal until the process is complete.
Deep within the verdant wilderness of Rhagost lies the Eldritch Grove, a place of legend and mystery said to hold an ancient seal. This potent artifact is reputed to hold the power to open gates between realms, and its activation could change the balance of power between earth and the godrealm. However, activating the seal won't be an easy task. Formidable creatures and hostile forces roam the forest, guarding the seal with their lives. And even if you reach the seal, activating it requires an intricate ritual that is closely intertwined with the cosmic alignment and celestial phenomena. Will you have what it takes to succeed in this operation and change the fate of the realms?
The Eldritch Grove in Rhagost
It is morning, about 32F(0C) degrees, and the sky is partly covered by dark grey clouds.
Tomas says "Move for the depression first."
Tomas charges toward depression.
Yasmin charges toward depression.
Bjarne charges toward depression.
Tomas charges toward depression.
Bjarne charges toward depression.
Tomas says "Fuckin' temple."
Miles charges toward rock.
It's rare for Bjarne to be in a battle, and not wearing his true skin. It's apparent that he isn't fond of it either. "Mm." There's a gruff response back to Tomas. "..How is Asad?" He asks of Yasmin then.
"Move for the brush west of us," Tomas grunts, not quite dipping into conversation with Bjarne. "We'll move around and take the Commander before focusing on the Destined Host. I understand you've got a vested interest in Rhagost, Bjarne. Let's see it maintained."
Tomas charges toward brush.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
Yasmin makes a supernatural leap to brush.
Tomas says "Fuckin' angels."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
Miles charges toward brush.
Miles fires off a shot at brush which damages it.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Tomas charges toward brush.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
Yasmin charges toward brush.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
Miles charges toward brush.
Miles fires off a shot at brush which damages it.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
Yasmin charges toward brush.
Tomas says "You fuckin' neutralized or somethin', Bjarne?! Shift into a wolf! God damn."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne, it sends up a spray of water near his feet.
Miles fires off a shot at Yasmin which misses her.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at Miles, it misses him.
Tomas charges toward brush.
Yasmin charges toward brush.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at Miles, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
"Jesus christ." Miles ducks as the blast of fire goes flying past him.
Miles charges toward rock.
Yasmin fluidly nocks an arrow onto her bow, Miles squarely in her sights. With a swift release, the bowstring sets the arrow free, and it misses him.
Tomas charges toward brush.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at Miles, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
Bjarne(wolf) snarls as he's pelted with arrows, shaking himself off from the water where he doggypaddles.
Miles fires off a shot at Yasmin which strikes the brush she's taking cover behind.
Miles charges toward rock.
Tension radiates through Yasmin's frame as her draws back an arrow, its tip leveled at Miles. The bowstring's release propels the projectile through the air, which ineffectually wounds his left arm.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
"I told you to get the fuck out of the Temple, Deputy!" Tomas calls, belching fire and brimstone with all the hellish force he can muster. "You should have fuckin' listened."
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at Miles, it ineffectually wounds his left leg.
"Not here with the Temple!" Miles calls back, though his response is a swallowed up by the fire.
Miles fires off a shot at Yasmin which strikes the brush she's taking cover behind.
Miles charges toward rock.
Tomas moves protectively towards Yasmin.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at Miles, it impacts against his armor.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Miles, it impacts against his ceramic-plated vest.
For all that it's objectively better for Bjarne(wolf) to be embracing his fursona, Yasmin still wrinkles up her nose as the wolf comes wolfin close. "Wet dogs..." A sigh, that quickly turns into a squeak of alarm when she has to duck beneath a spray of bullets.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at rock, it damages it.
Miles plucks an impact grenade from their person, flicks out the pin and lobs it toward Yasmin ineffectually wounds her forehead.
Bjarne(wolf) shakes himself off, splattering Yasmin and Tomas in water. The wolf snarls and growls toward the foes to the east.
Miles fades out of the nightmare.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Miles, it mildly wounds his left shoulder.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at rock, it damages it.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes the depression she's taking cover behind.
Tomas says "Bjarne, charge the rock while Miles is tangled with the Host."
Tomas says "Yasmin needs time to recover."
Tomas says "I'll focus on breaking the cover from here."
Bjarne(wolf) turns to stare over toward the rock, and then sprints out from cover.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at rock, it damages it.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which is dodged by her.
Tomas says "Is Miles down?"
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off her armor.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Yasmin has her attention towards the east, where the three soldiers lurk behind the depression, but she takes a risky glance back at Tomas's question. "I don't see him."
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes her armor with bruising force.
"Good," Tomas says. "Tell me when you're recovered. We need to cover Bjarne before he goes down too. I heard he's got somethin' fuckin' with his head."
Yasmin says "I'm fine."
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Tomas says "Bjarne, if you can hear me, move for capture once you're safe. We'll mop up the Host behind you."
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Tomas says "Destroy the depression."
Tomas says "Call that therapy."
brush fades out of the nightmare.
Tomas charges toward depression.
Yasmin moves protectively towards Tomas.
Tomas says "Our cover's down."
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at depression, it damages it.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it sends up a spray of water near her feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
Tomas charges toward depression.
Yasmin charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at depression, it damages it.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
Yasmin charges toward depression.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at depression, it damages it.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it sends up a spray of water near her feet.
Yasmin charges toward depression.
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
While the others do battle with terrible forces that want to end the world, Bjarne(wolf) runs along the grove like a maniac, tongue out, tail wagging. Muzzle covered in blood from the person he mauled.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at depression, it damages it.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at depression, it damages it.
Tomas says "Bjarne, do what you can to get shit moving."
Tomas charges toward depression.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
Yasmin starts to glow with a bright white light.
Yasmin charges toward depression.
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
Executing a fluid slash with her saif, Yasmin skillfully unleashes the blade's deadly arc towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and the strike deflects off his armor.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at depression, it damages it.
Bjarne says "I'm at the point. It doesn't recognize me as a wolf. I've had to shift."
Tomas charges toward depression.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Yasmin, it is parried by her saif with a pattern-welded blade.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Yasmin, it is parried by her saif with a pattern-welded blade.
Tomas says "Fuck. Alright, let us know if you start taking fire."
Tomas says "Good job with Miles."
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Pouring raw strength into her saif, Yasmin violently slashes through the air towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, the blade cutting with a savage force that strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at depression, it damages it.
Bjarne says "You'll know, because I'll be out of here near immediately. My armour is.. missing."
Tomas says "That was hot, baby girl. Cut him the fuck in half."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Yasmin, it ineffectually wounds her left arm.
Tomas charges toward depression.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Executing a fluid slash with her saif, Yasmin skillfully unleashes the blade's deadly arc towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and the strike is parried by her.
Tomas swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
Yasmin's weapons start to glimmer with flame.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
Yasmin winces as the very next slash of a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry's weapon slips past her guard, and she takes a step back from the swordfighting to peer over at Tomas. His fault, definitely.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Yasmin, it impacts against her black kevlar vest.
Tomas swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
Pouring raw strength into her saif, Yasmin violently slashes through the air towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, the blade cutting with a savage force that is parried by him.
Yasmin says "Ow "
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
Tomas moves protectively towards Yasmin.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Yasmin fades out of the nightmare.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Yasmin, it mildly wounds her right arm.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne, it misses him.
Bjarne says "Ack "
Tomas takes a single, heavy step towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, bringing his weapon crashing down in an overhead strike towards his that strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward log.
Tomas swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
Tomas says "You still up? Shift again if you gotta."
Tomas says "Yasmin's down."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Bjarne charges toward log.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which is dodged by him.
Tomas swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
Bjarne(wolf) can't respond over the radio, and he's got a mouthful of a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry. Instead he tries to howl around the man, and let his ally know that he's still here.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Bjarne(wolf), it ineffectually wounds his left shoulder.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which is dodged by him.
Tomas swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Tomas says "I'm coming."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Bjarne(wolf), it ineffectually wounds his chest.
Tomas says "Flee if you have to."
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which deflects off his armor.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Bjarne says "Survived. "
Tomas says "Coming. Bit of a distance to cross."
Bjarne says "I am catching my breath, and then I will move to the point anew."
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
Bjarne says "Moving back to the point."
Tomas says "I see you. I'm to your fuckin', uh..."
Tomas says "Northeast. "
Bjarne says, drolly, dryly, "My northeast."
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
Tomas says "I don't know how the fuckin' sun moves in the Wilds, alright? Christ."
Bjarne says "As it does anywhere else. Where Solaris calls it."
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas says "That's /not/ fuckin' helpful for orienteering, you furry shit."
Tomas charges toward Bjarne.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne stands, naked as the day he was born, and watches Tomas approach.
Tomas charges toward Bjarne.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas moves protectively towards Bjarne.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
"I had thought the redhead might show." Bjarne notes aside to Tomas as the other man joins him, continuing to work on activating the seal as he does so. Though, really, he attempts to do this by just striking it and whacking it a lot.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
Significantly slower on foot than either Bjarne or Yasmin had been, Tomas eventually arrives while sucking down great lungfuls of sweet, sweet oxygen; that catalyst for cellular energy which his biokinesis so depended on. "Poor fuckin' Miles. Poor bastard was all alone. No winning that fight." He sniffs. He didn't think the human could beat him in a fight at all, but this operation hadn't proved much on that point. "You do appear to be missin' your fuckin' gear, though. Get caught in the middle of terrorising some - fuck!"
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Tomas says "Move for the log when you can. We'll kill these first before continuing the seal."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
"I shifted." Bjarne reminds Tomas as if it were obvious, and there's a pointed look toward the man who had ordered him to do as much. "I know what it feels like to fight alone." He murmurs on the subject of the Deputies fight, and then begins to shift once more.
Tomas charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Tomas charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Tomas takes a single, heavy step towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, bringing his weapon crashing down in an overhead strike towards his that is parried by him.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Bjarne charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which is dodged by him.
Tomas draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes the log he's taking cover behind.
Tomas charges toward log.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Bjarne(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Tomas draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Bjarne(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which is dodged by him.
Tomas takes a single, heavy step towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, bringing his weapon crashing down in an overhead strike towards his that is parried by him.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Bjarne(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which deflects off his armor.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Tomas says "Right. Let's catch our fuckin' breath."
Bjarne(wolf) shakes himself off once the people are dead, and curls up behind the log to lick at some of his wounds.
Tomas says "I'm set."
Bjarne(wolf) chuffs, and continues licking himself. He even raises a leg and starts at his crotch.
Tomas says "Fuckin' hell, Bjarne..."
Tomas runs towards the objective.
Bjarne(wolf) finally seems to be satisfied and pushes back up to his feet. He stretches out, before padding over closer toward Tomas
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
Hardly any better educated in the affairs of magic than Bjarne(wolf), Tomas continues where the werewolf had left off - he stomps down on the seal with his reinforced boots and enhanced strength, doing his best to crack its very foundations.
"Hm." Bjarne comments, "Good technique." The wolf is impressed with Tomas' stomping actions.
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne says "I am going to head to the seal to the west. Two hands. Light work."
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas says "Don't get jumped."
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
The Balanced&Corrupt Alliance has proved victorious.
As the battle rages, the team navigates through tactical maneuvers and near misses, with the environment itself bearing witness to the ferocity of their determination. Tomas and Yasmin form a protective vanguard, attempting to mitigate the onslaught from the Destined Host soldiers, while Bjarne, in his wolf form, leverages his primal instincts to outmaneuver their adversaries. Communication among the team is terse but fraught with urgency as they coordinate their movements and attacks, demonstrating a palpable sense of camaraderie and shared resolve.
The climax of their mission is charged with tension as each member contributes to weakening the Destined Host's defenses and the seal itself. Despite sustaining injuries and navigating unforeseen challenges, such as Bjarne's need to return to human form to interact with the seal, their persistence pays off. In a demonstration of solidarity and resourcefulness, the team manages to outlast their formidable foes, with Tomas and Bjarne continuing the activation of the seal through unconventional but effective means.
The narrative concludes on a victorious note as the Balanced&Corrupt Alliance succeeds in their mission, a testament to the power of unity and determination. Their victory not only signifies the potential for altering the balance of power between realms but also highlights the indomitable spirit of those who dare to venture into the unknown in pursuit of a cause greater than themselves.
At Sun Mar 17 2024, in a forest near Rhagost
Mission: Get to one of the three designated sites and continue activating the ancient seal until the process is complete.
Deep within the verdant wilderness of Rhagost lies the Eldritch Grove, a place of legend and mystery said to hold an ancient seal. This potent artifact is reputed to hold the power to open gates between realms, and its activation could change the balance of power between earth and the godrealm. However, activating the seal won't be an easy task. Formidable creatures and hostile forces roam the forest, guarding the seal with their lives. And even if you reach the seal, activating it requires an intricate ritual that is closely intertwined with the cosmic alignment and celestial phenomena. Will you have what it takes to succeed in this operation and change the fate of the realms?
The Eldritch Grove in Rhagost
It is morning, about 32F(0C) degrees, and the sky is partly covered by dark grey clouds.
Tomas says "Move for the depression first."
Tomas charges toward depression.
Yasmin charges toward depression.
Bjarne charges toward depression.
Tomas charges toward depression.
Bjarne charges toward depression.
Tomas says "Fuckin' temple."
Miles charges toward rock.
It's rare for Bjarne to be in a battle, and not wearing his true skin. It's apparent that he isn't fond of it either. "Mm." There's a gruff response back to Tomas. "..How is Asad?" He asks of Yasmin then.
"Move for the brush west of us," Tomas grunts, not quite dipping into conversation with Bjarne. "We'll move around and take the Commander before focusing on the Destined Host. I understand you've got a vested interest in Rhagost, Bjarne. Let's see it maintained."
Tomas charges toward brush.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
Yasmin makes a supernatural leap to brush.
Tomas says "Fuckin' angels."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
Miles charges toward brush.
Miles fires off a shot at brush which damages it.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Tomas charges toward brush.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
Yasmin charges toward brush.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
Miles charges toward brush.
Miles fires off a shot at brush which damages it.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
Yasmin charges toward brush.
Tomas says "You fuckin' neutralized or somethin', Bjarne?! Shift into a wolf! God damn."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne, it sends up a spray of water near his feet.
Miles fires off a shot at Yasmin which misses her.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at Miles, it misses him.
Tomas charges toward brush.
Yasmin charges toward brush.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at Miles, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
"Jesus christ." Miles ducks as the blast of fire goes flying past him.
Miles charges toward rock.
Yasmin fluidly nocks an arrow onto her bow, Miles squarely in her sights. With a swift release, the bowstring sets the arrow free, and it misses him.
Tomas charges toward brush.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at Miles, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
Bjarne(wolf) snarls as he's pelted with arrows, shaking himself off from the water where he doggypaddles.
Miles fires off a shot at Yasmin which strikes the brush she's taking cover behind.
Miles charges toward rock.
Tension radiates through Yasmin's frame as her draws back an arrow, its tip leveled at Miles. The bowstring's release propels the projectile through the air, which ineffectually wounds his left arm.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
"I told you to get the fuck out of the Temple, Deputy!" Tomas calls, belching fire and brimstone with all the hellish force he can muster. "You should have fuckin' listened."
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at Miles, it ineffectually wounds his left leg.
"Not here with the Temple!" Miles calls back, though his response is a swallowed up by the fire.
Miles fires off a shot at Yasmin which strikes the brush she's taking cover behind.
Miles charges toward rock.
Tomas moves protectively towards Yasmin.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at Miles, it impacts against his armor.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Miles, it impacts against his ceramic-plated vest.
For all that it's objectively better for Bjarne(wolf) to be embracing his fursona, Yasmin still wrinkles up her nose as the wolf comes wolfin close. "Wet dogs..." A sigh, that quickly turns into a squeak of alarm when she has to duck beneath a spray of bullets.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at rock, it damages it.
Miles plucks an impact grenade from their person, flicks out the pin and lobs it toward Yasmin ineffectually wounds her forehead.
Bjarne(wolf) shakes himself off, splattering Yasmin and Tomas in water. The wolf snarls and growls toward the foes to the east.
Miles fades out of the nightmare.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Miles, it mildly wounds his left shoulder.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at rock, it damages it.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes the depression she's taking cover behind.
Tomas says "Bjarne, charge the rock while Miles is tangled with the Host."
Tomas says "Yasmin needs time to recover."
Tomas says "I'll focus on breaking the cover from here."
Bjarne(wolf) turns to stare over toward the rock, and then sprints out from cover.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at rock, it damages it.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which is dodged by her.
Tomas says "Is Miles down?"
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off her armor.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Yasmin has her attention towards the east, where the three soldiers lurk behind the depression, but she takes a risky glance back at Tomas's question. "I don't see him."
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes her armor with bruising force.
"Good," Tomas says. "Tell me when you're recovered. We need to cover Bjarne before he goes down too. I heard he's got somethin' fuckin' with his head."
Yasmin says "I'm fine."
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Tomas says "Bjarne, if you can hear me, move for capture once you're safe. We'll mop up the Host behind you."
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Tomas says "Destroy the depression."
Tomas says "Call that therapy."
brush fades out of the nightmare.
Tomas charges toward depression.
Yasmin moves protectively towards Tomas.
Tomas says "Our cover's down."
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at depression, it damages it.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it sends up a spray of water near her feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
Tomas charges toward depression.
Yasmin charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at depression, it damages it.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
Yasmin charges toward depression.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at depression, it damages it.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it sends up a spray of water near her feet.
Yasmin charges toward depression.
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
While the others do battle with terrible forces that want to end the world, Bjarne(wolf) runs along the grove like a maniac, tongue out, tail wagging. Muzzle covered in blood from the person he mauled.
Yasmin draws and quickly fires an arrow at depression, it damages it.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at depression, it damages it.
Tomas says "Bjarne, do what you can to get shit moving."
Tomas charges toward depression.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Yasmin, it misses her.
Yasmin starts to glow with a bright white light.
Yasmin charges toward depression.
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
Executing a fluid slash with her saif, Yasmin skillfully unleashes the blade's deadly arc towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and the strike deflects off his armor.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at depression, it damages it.
Bjarne says "I'm at the point. It doesn't recognize me as a wolf. I've had to shift."
Tomas charges toward depression.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Yasmin, it is parried by her saif with a pattern-welded blade.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Yasmin, it is parried by her saif with a pattern-welded blade.
Tomas says "Fuck. Alright, let us know if you start taking fire."
Tomas says "Good job with Miles."
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Pouring raw strength into her saif, Yasmin violently slashes through the air towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, the blade cutting with a savage force that strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Tomas hurls a ball of roiling black and red flame at depression, it damages it.
Bjarne says "You'll know, because I'll be out of here near immediately. My armour is.. missing."
Tomas says "That was hot, baby girl. Cut him the fuck in half."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Yasmin, it ineffectually wounds her left arm.
Tomas charges toward depression.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Executing a fluid slash with her saif, Yasmin skillfully unleashes the blade's deadly arc towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and the strike is parried by her.
Tomas swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
Yasmin's weapons start to glimmer with flame.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
Yasmin winces as the very next slash of a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry's weapon slips past her guard, and she takes a step back from the swordfighting to peer over at Tomas. His fault, definitely.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Yasmin, it impacts against her black kevlar vest.
Tomas swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
Pouring raw strength into her saif, Yasmin violently slashes through the air towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, the blade cutting with a savage force that is parried by him.
Yasmin says "Ow "
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
Tomas moves protectively towards Yasmin.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Yasmin fades out of the nightmare.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Yasmin, it mildly wounds her right arm.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne, it misses him.
Bjarne says "Ack "
Tomas takes a single, heavy step towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, bringing his weapon crashing down in an overhead strike towards his that strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward log.
Tomas swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
Tomas says "You still up? Shift again if you gotta."
Tomas says "Yasmin's down."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Bjarne charges toward log.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which is dodged by him.
Tomas swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
Bjarne(wolf) can't respond over the radio, and he's got a mouthful of a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry. Instead he tries to howl around the man, and let his ally know that he's still here.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Bjarne(wolf), it ineffectually wounds his left shoulder.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which is dodged by him.
Tomas swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Tomas says "I'm coming."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Bjarne(wolf), it ineffectually wounds his chest.
Tomas says "Flee if you have to."
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which deflects off his armor.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Bjarne says "Survived. "
Tomas says "Coming. Bit of a distance to cross."
Bjarne says "I am catching my breath, and then I will move to the point anew."
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
Bjarne says "Moving back to the point."
Tomas says "I see you. I'm to your fuckin', uh..."
Tomas says "Northeast. "
Bjarne says, drolly, dryly, "My northeast."
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
Tomas says "I don't know how the fuckin' sun moves in the Wilds, alright? Christ."
Bjarne says "As it does anywhere else. Where Solaris calls it."
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas says "That's /not/ fuckin' helpful for orienteering, you furry shit."
Tomas charges toward Bjarne.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne stands, naked as the day he was born, and watches Tomas approach.
Tomas charges toward Bjarne.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas moves protectively towards Bjarne.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
"I had thought the redhead might show." Bjarne notes aside to Tomas as the other man joins him, continuing to work on activating the seal as he does so. Though, really, he attempts to do this by just striking it and whacking it a lot.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
Significantly slower on foot than either Bjarne or Yasmin had been, Tomas eventually arrives while sucking down great lungfuls of sweet, sweet oxygen; that catalyst for cellular energy which his biokinesis so depended on. "Poor fuckin' Miles. Poor bastard was all alone. No winning that fight." He sniffs. He didn't think the human could beat him in a fight at all, but this operation hadn't proved much on that point. "You do appear to be missin' your fuckin' gear, though. Get caught in the middle of terrorising some - fuck!"
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Tomas says "Move for the log when you can. We'll kill these first before continuing the seal."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it misses him.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
"I shifted." Bjarne reminds Tomas as if it were obvious, and there's a pointed look toward the man who had ordered him to do as much. "I know what it feels like to fight alone." He murmurs on the subject of the Deputies fight, and then begins to shift once more.
Tomas charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Bjarne(wolf), it misses him.
Bjarne charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Tomas charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Tomas takes a single, heavy step towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, bringing his weapon crashing down in an overhead strike towards his that is parried by him.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Tomas, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Bjarne charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which is dodged by him.
Tomas draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes the log he's taking cover behind.
Tomas charges toward log.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Bjarne(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Tomas draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Tomas, it is parried by his elegant rapier.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Bjarne(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which is dodged by him.
Tomas takes a single, heavy step towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, bringing his weapon crashing down in an overhead strike towards his that is parried by him.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Bjarne(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Bjarne(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with his claws which deflects off his armor.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Tomas says "Right. Let's catch our fuckin' breath."
Bjarne(wolf) shakes himself off once the people are dead, and curls up behind the log to lick at some of his wounds.
Tomas says "I'm set."
Bjarne(wolf) chuffs, and continues licking himself. He even raises a leg and starts at his crotch.
Tomas says "Fuckin' hell, Bjarne..."
Tomas runs towards the objective.
Bjarne(wolf) finally seems to be satisfied and pushes back up to his feet. He stretches out, before padding over closer toward Tomas
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne charges toward Tomas.
Hardly any better educated in the affairs of magic than Bjarne(wolf), Tomas continues where the werewolf had left off - he stomps down on the seal with his reinforced boots and enhanced strength, doing his best to crack its very foundations.
"Hm." Bjarne comments, "Good technique." The wolf is impressed with Tomas' stomping actions.
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne says "I am going to head to the seal to the west. Two hands. Light work."
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas says "Don't get jumped."
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne runs towards the objective.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
Tomas continues activating the ancient seal.
Bjarne continues activating the ancient seal.
The Balanced&Corrupt Alliance has proved victorious.