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The Damneds Operation In Bucharest Romania 240304
The Carpathian Mountains near Bucharest, Romania, become the theater for an arcane conflict that draws in not just sorcerers and mercenaries but also a determined peasant militia, all entangled in an intricate dance of alliances and betrayals. As this ragtag group advances towards a hidden valley, shrouded by the embrace of storm clouds and the chill of an unforgiving night, their mission crystallizes with each step: to thwart a summoning ritual that threatens to cast the country into darkness. Among the echoes of ancient incantations and the whispers of shifting alliances, Autumn summons dark smoke, Tabitha narrowly escapes a gunman's intent, and Solomon opens a fiery rift to hell, all under the watchful gaze of parted clouds and a stoic moon.
The battle crescendos as efforts to complete the ritual start taking a physical toll on the participants. Martin, focused on the ethereal diagrams that promise summoning success, finds himself the nucleus of chaos, around which the struggle violently orbits. Spells are cast and parried, bullets fly only to be consumed by the night, and through the cacophony of conflict, alliances shift like sand underfoot. The militia, fueled by a mix of desperation and hope, finds unexpected resilience in their old rifles and the ghosts of wars past. As fire and magic tear through their ranks, the line between friend and foe blurs, leaving only the relentless pursuit of victory or defeat. In the end, amidst whispered litanies to forgotten gods and the defiant glare of those who refuse to yield, the Virtuous Extremists Alliance emerges triumphant, their success a testament to the unpredictable tide of battle and the unyielding spirit of those who dare to confront the shadows.
At Sun Mar 3 2024, in mountains near Bucharest, Romania
Mission: Get to the designated site and continue completing the summoning ritual until the process is complete.
As the Damned close in on Romania, the people of the land themselves begin to resist demonic influence. They've dug out old WWII rifles and are closing in on sorcerers in service to Legion in a hidden valley in the Carpathian Mountains, hoping to stop them from completing a ritual to summon lesser spirits to serve as an occult network inside the country.
a lost valley in the Carpathian Mountains
It is night, about 46F(7C) degrees, and the sky is covered by dark grey stormclouds. There is a last quarter moon.
Autumn chants a few words and a puff of black smoke appears.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Alexander which misses him.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Alexander which misses him.
A black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far fires off a shot at Tabitha which misses her.
Autumn charges toward rock.
Jodie says "Huh "
Viktorin says "WOOO! "
The Romanian peasant militia, a ragtag group of determined villagers, advances towards a mist-shadowed valley nestled deep within the Carpathian Mountains. Clutching their old WWII surplus weapons, their steps are cautious yet unwavering, guided by the collective resolve to protect their land. The early morning fog clings to the dense forest, obscuring their view and lending an eerie silence to their march. Every so often, a whispered command or the soft click of a safety being disengaged breaks the quiet, a reminder of the gravity of their mission.
With every step closer to the valley, the sense of urgency among the militia grows. They check their weapons one last time, the sound of bolts sliding home echoing softly in the cool air. Their leader, a seasoned veteran with memories of past skirmishes etched into his weathered face, signals for a cautious advance. The group spreads out, moving as quietly as possible, their senses heightened to any sound or movement in the dense foliage.
Alexander charges toward depression.
Jodie charges toward rock.
Alexander says "Into cover!"
Tabitha charges toward Miles.
Solomon inscribes a sigil in burning fire in the air, opening a rift to hell.
Miles charges toward depression.
Samantha charges toward rock.
Harriet charges toward Samantha.
Caelum charges toward Solomon.
A root grows suddenly around a Romanian peasant militia fighter's ankles.
Martin runs towards the objective.
Miles fires off a shot at a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far which misses him.
Caelum says "That's a lot of faces."
Martin says "Oh, would you look at that..."
Solomon says "It is."
Samantha says "Well... this sucks."
Autumn charges toward rock.
Alexander flicks his hand forward, binding one of the fighters ankles as it charges toward him.
"I totally forgot about this one." Jodie mentions with a little hint of confusion still lingering on her face
Martin says "This is great!"
Jodie charges toward rock.
Solomon charges toward rock.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it misses him.
Alexander says "Focus on the mercenary to the north!"
Alexander fires off a shot at a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far which misses him.
Martin runs towards the objective.
Viktorin charges toward Alexander.
Miles fires off a shot at a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far which misses him.
Samantha charges toward depression.
Tabitha fires off a shot at a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far which sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Autumn charges toward rock.
Harriet glances between Samantha and Martin and their differing opinions.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear. misses him.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet charges toward Samantha.
Solomon charges toward rock.
Alexander extends a hand forth, arcane energy forming around his wrist. "Robo!" he bellows. "MK2!" There isn't an ounce of embarrassment in his expression. "Come forth! Strike down evil!" He points at Alexander.
Martin runs towards the objective.
Viktorin charges toward Harriet.
Tabitha charges toward depression.
Caelum makes a supernatural leap to a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear.
Jodie says "The rock isn't going to last that long and I can't see anywhere else to be"
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Miles, it is parried by his club-like baton with a heavy, weighted tip.
A black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far launches a stab at Miles, it is parried by his club-like baton with a heavy, weighted tip.
Solomon says "No, this is not going to go well."
Miles swings his weapon at a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far, it impacts against his armor.
a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far fades out of the nightmare.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it misses him.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear. misses him.
Harriet admits, "The lack of cover nearby is quite unfortunate."
Alexander says "Miles, let me know when you're hurt, I can bandage you."
Caelum says "I'll try to get to it."
Martin runs towards the objective.
Caelum charges toward a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear.
Alexander fires off a shot at a Romanian peasant militia fighter which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Samantha draws a rune in the air with her fingertip, water vapor trailing behind her finger.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Alexander, it is parried by his black steel combat knife.
Tabitha pulls a small lump of clay from her tote, forming it into a shape before setting it down and chanting something beneath her breath.
Miles swings his weapon at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it is parried by her.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear. sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Harriet charges toward Samantha.
Caelum says "Damnit, wrong thing."
Miles says "Sure, sure. "
Martin runs towards the objective.
Jodie says "There might be cover we can't see to the southwest somewhere"
Alexander launches a stab at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it is parried by her.
Solomon says "Perhaps. "
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Alexander, it is parried by his black steel combat knife.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Miles, it is parried by his club-like baton with a heavy, weighted tip.
Tabitha launches a stab at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Romanian peasant militia fighter fades out of the nightmare.
"I'm just going to scout around to the south a little..." Samantha explains as she jogs in that direction through the valley.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Alexander brings forth his little robot pal and moves to take their troublesome invaders down.
Miles swings his weapon at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it is parried by her.
Caelum charges toward rock.
Solomon says "Someone hit me with magic, too. I am very much reduced."
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear. misses him.
Harriet charges toward Martin.
A small fire suddenly ignites on Martin's clothes.
Ducking behind cover with Alexander and Miles, Tabitha sets down a lump of clay, speaking in a tongue as it grows. She has to distract herself by taking a swing to a militia, however.
Alexander launches a stab at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it impacts against her armor.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Miles, it is parried by his club-like baton with a heavy, weighted tip.
Autumn says "That means there is someone outside battle opposing you."
a Romanian peasant militia fighter fades out of the nightmare.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Caelum charges toward a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear.
Harriet gives a nod to Samantha. "Vik," she says to Viktorin, "Let's head back to Martin."
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it misses him.
Solomon says "I will learn who when we wake."
Caelum swings his weapon at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it impacts against his armor.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Viktorin nods easily
Samantha says "Ok, Tabitha and Alexander and Miles are down there near a depression."
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Jodie says "Do they not have cover over there?"
Alexander says "So, we should wait it out here, until they begin to capture then move forward."
Solomon says "They do not."
Samantha says "Martin is at the point, lets head there and see how that goes."
Once the poor folks have been dealt with Miles goes about adjusting his armour, "Anyone catch any sight of the others?" He asks of Tabitha and Alexander.
Martin says "If we do not have cover, so do they. The downside of that is that we might be a liitle outnumbered!"
Alexander says "Solomon and Caelum to the north."
"I can not see anyone." Tabitha says with a pat to a sloppy wet clay golem.
Samantha says "Everyone has cover except us."
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Caelum says "It'd be great if I could get to them before they riddle me with holes."
Martin says "Not over here."
Solomon says "They outrange my magic, however."
Viktorin says "Well. Nice. And I don't have any of my proper equipment."
Caelum says "What's the plan here, Solomon?"
Harriet cheers out, "Go, go Captain Socks!"
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Caelum slowly wipes the blood of a Sapphire Martyr soldier off of his blade, against his arm.
Alexander says "I will scout briefly and return."
"We are going to need to move from here. We might be safe, but we are of no use either." Tabitha says.
"There's a big ol' something-something in the way. It's blocking our view." Miles notes, gesturing north. "But we can wander closer and have a peek. Pull back if we need to."
Jodie says "We can engage them out there away from this cover to preserve it"
Somewhere not far from this shadowed valley, a group of Romanian peasants gathers in the shadow of an ancient, weathered church, their faces etched with lines of worry and hope. They clasp their hands tightly, eyes closed, as whispered prayers for deliverance rise into the crisp morning air. The rough stone walls of the church, a silent witness to centuries of faith and struggle, seem to absorb their fervent pleas. Each word, laden with the weight of their plight, seeks the intervention of a higher power to guide and protect them from the encroaching darkness that threatens their land.
Samantha turns around and starts jogging northward over the mountains, panting heavily.
"Maybe one of members in anti-Legion group," Autumn murmurs as she surveys the area. "Their leader wanted to meet up with me few days ago."
A fire-breathing hellhound hurls a small fireball at Martin, it misses him.
Solomon says "I think we let them come to us and use our minions as best we can."
Samantha goes down to one knee before firing off a three-round burst at a fire-breathing hellhound with her M4, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Harriet fires off a shot at a fire-breathing hellhound which misses her.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Martin says "Get that dog."
Viktorin says "Why am I always screwed?"
Caelum says "Should I risk it and run towards them?"
Autumn says "No Caelum."
Tabitha nods to Miles, "Northwest, find cover as soon as possible."
Alexander says "Scouting isn't an advance Miles, if you wanna do it, you do it."
Caelum charges toward rock.
Solomon says "We use cover while we can."
Harriet charges toward Martin.
Harriet is buffeted by a sudden gust of wind.
A fire-breathing hellhound hurls a small fireball at Harriet, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Samantha goes down to one knee before firing off a three-round burst at a fire-breathing hellhound with her M4, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Miles says "Just looking to have a peek. "
Alexander says "Spotted! "
Viktorin says "Move your stubby legs, lizard!"
Harriet fires off a shot at a fire-breathing hellhound which misses her.
Samantha charges toward Martin.
Solomon says "But my hellhound will go down soon. Without anything with range, we are in some real trouble."
Harriet moves protectively towards Martin.
Alexander says "Solomon, Harriet, Martin, Sam, Solomon, Jodie and Caelum, all to the north east in cover behind rocks"
A fire-breathing hellhound hurls a small fireball at Harriet, it misses her.
Samantha goes down to one knee before firing off a three-round burst at a fire-breathing hellhound with her M4, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Caelum says "You know I suck at range."
Martin says "Focus fire on that doggy, my fellow ... life-supporters. Yeep."
Autumn says "Martin is at point."
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Alexander which misses him.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Harriet which misses her.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
As militia reinforcements move through the underbrush, the rustling of leaves underfoot mixes with the soft jangle of ammunition belts. The weight of history is palpable in their grasp of the aged rifles, a tangible connection to past generations who fought on this same soil. Despite their varied ages and backgrounds, the militia shares a unified purpose, their eyes scanning the horizon for any sign of the threat that has drawn them from their homes.
Pop, pop! Tabitha fires off two .38 bullets at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, taking a small step backward with the small gun's surprising recoil. The bullets misses her.
Alexander fires off a shot at a Romanian peasant militia fighter which misses her.
Miles fires off a shot at a Romanian peasant militia fighter which misses her.
Caelum says "The peasants are going after them, that's at least good."
Harriet says, "I could use a bandage!"
Tabitha charges toward Miles.
Samantha charges toward Harriet.
Harriet fires off a shot at a fire-breathing hellhound which ineffectually wounds her left shoulder.
A fire-breathing hellhound hurls a small fireball at Harriet, it misses her.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Alexander which misses him.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Martin which misses him.
Samantha goes down to one knee before firing off a three-round burst at a fire-breathing hellhound with her M4, it ineffectually wounds her forehead.
Harriet says, "Now I really need a bandade."
Alexander charges toward a Romanian peasant militia fighter.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Solomon says "The hellhound will go down any minute."
A single gunshot echoes as Tabitha pulls the trigger of the little snub-nosed pistol in her hand. she has the short, smoking barrel aimed at a Romanian peasant militia fighter. The attack impacts against her armor.
Alexander launches a stab at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it impacts against her armor.
Samantha moves protectively towards Harriet.
Harriet fires off a shot at a fire-breathing hellhound which ineffectually wounds her chest.
a fire-breathing hellhound fades out of the nightmare.
Martin says "I forgot my bandades back at reality!"
Miles says "Oh, look. Autumn is out here helping the demon again. "
Alexander closes in with the peasant alongside a gleaming plastic one foot tall robotic warrior of justice and slams his dagger in for it.
a Romanian peasant militia fighter fades out of the nightmare.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Samantha which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Tabitha charges toward Miles.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
A small fire suddenly ignites on Samantha's clothes.
Harriet winks at Samantha, saying, "Thank you."
Alexander says "Miles, fire on their cover"
A small fire suddenly ignites on Samantha's clothes.
Alexander says "Break it before they can turn on us."
Miles charges toward rock.
Harriet points out to Martin, "I handed you one, dear Martin."
Solomon says "And my hellhound is down."
Harriet fires off a shot at a Romanian peasant militia fighter which misses him.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Samantha, it is parried by her pair of fighting tridents.
"What a force of good they are, murdering civilians." Caelum smirks.
Samantha dashes over and quickly bandages Harriet's wounds before curses as small fires start igniting on her clothes.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Samantha lashes out at a Romanian peasant militia fighter with her spear, it is parried by him.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Samantha, it is parried by her pair of fighting tridents.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards a gleaming plastic one foot tall robotic warrior of justice. misses him.
Samantha lashes out at a Romanian peasant militia fighter with her spear, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Romanian peasant militia fighter fades out of the nightmare.
"It is just a dream." Jodie reasons with a vague shrug to Caelum's statement
Solomon says "There's the sect."
"They are already at point," Autumn tells Solomon with a frown. "At this point they will win unless more peasants attack."
Tabitha charges toward Miles.
Viktorin squints at his rifle, muttering, "I need to plan my outfits again."
Martin waves the bandage victoriously as he continues drawing stick figures on the gravel with a crossbow bolt, "You have my most heartfelt and sincere gratitude, dear Harry!" Is yelled gratefully towards Harriet.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Solomon says "Of course, they are all on us, not on each other."
Samantha pants as she stabs the peasant. "I could use a bandaid myself..."
Martin says "Patched up."
Caelum says "As soon as I peek out, they'll take me out en masse. We need a plan."
Solomon says "There is not a good plan."
Viktorin says "Chief, are we uh... winning?"
"Take her out when possible." Tabitha says.
Alexander nods to Miles and Tabitha. "We'll harass them, they have the larger group, and we have to get through them to fight the Order anyway. Hit and run against their cover. They can't afford to focus on us."
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards an animated shifting mass of clay. sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at an animated shifting mass of clay, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Harriet gives a nod to Viktorin. "So far... at least."
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Jodie says "They have no where to recover. They will run out of bandages and then fall. We might as well stay here"
Miles says "Exactly that, the focus is their cover, and then a wee bit of peppering. Pull back to our own cover if need be. "
"I see you there, Tabitha Matheson. Why do you fight!" Solomon shouts at Tabitha.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at an animated shifting mass of clay, it misses him.
Alexander charges toward rock.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards an animated shifting mass of clay. misses him.
"If we win this it will be the silliest victory ever." Samantha decides, "Not that I'm complaining mind." She notes, peering off towards the west.
Solomon's eyes suddenly look bloodshot.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Viktorin grumbles, "I dunno why, but apparently my stunted monkey ass dragged my useless rifle and my terrible knife."
The topsoil around Solomon turns to quicksand.
Autumn says "Alex! I know you would work with them against us!"
Harriet nods in agreement with Samantha, and she says, "We've been having quite a few silly victories as of late, but mostly due to the interesting fighting tactics of the other groups."
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Alexander, it misses him.
Solomon says "I'm blinded."
Harriet suggests, "You should probably sell those crappy items, then, sir," to Viktorin.
Caelum says "Crap. "
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards an animated shifting mass of clay. sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Caelum starts to move slower.
Solomon says "There we are."
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at an animated shifting mass of clay, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Martin says "It is not Silliness, good Samantha, it is the unparalelled genius of yours truly."
"At least you brought shoes." Samantha points out to Viktorin.
Caelum slowly begins to hiss, slouching against the rock.
Caelum says "Tabitha is weakening me."
Viktorin says "Captain Socks!"
Solomon says "Her magic is strong."
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Tabitha starts to sweat.
Caelum says "More so to me."
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards an animated shifting mass of clay. ineffectually wounds his left arm.
The underbrush around Alexander starts to rapidly grow.
underbrush fades out of the nightmare.
Tabitha charges toward rock.
Alexander says "Catching my breath"
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at an animated shifting mass of clay, it ineffectually wounds his left arm.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards Tabitha. misses her.
Viktorin shakes his dull hunting knife at Samantha, telling them, "I'll come next time with nothing but my skivvies and a vest!"
Harriet chuckles at Martin the obvious demigod. She shakes her head a little and then looks to Viktorin, snorting softly over Samantha's comment. "Hey, Captain Socks went down in history as the scouts named the monster we killed 'Mister Goop' instead of its real name of 'It.' It is now canon."
A small fire suddenly ignites on Tabitha's clothes.
an animated shifting mass of clay fades out of the nightmare.
A small fire suddenly ignites on Tabitha's clothes.
Tabitha wipes at her brow, knocked back and retreating when she is hit by a fireball.
Harriet pleads to Viktorin, "Please, yes, wear underwear."
Tabitha charges toward Miles.
Caelum says "Just a little closer and Jodie and I might be able to get to them."
The Virtuous Extremists Alliance has proved victorious.
The battle crescendos as efforts to complete the ritual start taking a physical toll on the participants. Martin, focused on the ethereal diagrams that promise summoning success, finds himself the nucleus of chaos, around which the struggle violently orbits. Spells are cast and parried, bullets fly only to be consumed by the night, and through the cacophony of conflict, alliances shift like sand underfoot. The militia, fueled by a mix of desperation and hope, finds unexpected resilience in their old rifles and the ghosts of wars past. As fire and magic tear through their ranks, the line between friend and foe blurs, leaving only the relentless pursuit of victory or defeat. In the end, amidst whispered litanies to forgotten gods and the defiant glare of those who refuse to yield, the Virtuous Extremists Alliance emerges triumphant, their success a testament to the unpredictable tide of battle and the unyielding spirit of those who dare to confront the shadows.
At Sun Mar 3 2024, in mountains near Bucharest, Romania
Mission: Get to the designated site and continue completing the summoning ritual until the process is complete.
As the Damned close in on Romania, the people of the land themselves begin to resist demonic influence. They've dug out old WWII rifles and are closing in on sorcerers in service to Legion in a hidden valley in the Carpathian Mountains, hoping to stop them from completing a ritual to summon lesser spirits to serve as an occult network inside the country.
a lost valley in the Carpathian Mountains
It is night, about 46F(7C) degrees, and the sky is covered by dark grey stormclouds. There is a last quarter moon.
Autumn chants a few words and a puff of black smoke appears.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Alexander which misses him.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Alexander which misses him.
A black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far fires off a shot at Tabitha which misses her.
Autumn charges toward rock.
Jodie says "Huh "
Viktorin says "WOOO! "
The Romanian peasant militia, a ragtag group of determined villagers, advances towards a mist-shadowed valley nestled deep within the Carpathian Mountains. Clutching their old WWII surplus weapons, their steps are cautious yet unwavering, guided by the collective resolve to protect their land. The early morning fog clings to the dense forest, obscuring their view and lending an eerie silence to their march. Every so often, a whispered command or the soft click of a safety being disengaged breaks the quiet, a reminder of the gravity of their mission.
With every step closer to the valley, the sense of urgency among the militia grows. They check their weapons one last time, the sound of bolts sliding home echoing softly in the cool air. Their leader, a seasoned veteran with memories of past skirmishes etched into his weathered face, signals for a cautious advance. The group spreads out, moving as quietly as possible, their senses heightened to any sound or movement in the dense foliage.
Alexander charges toward depression.
Jodie charges toward rock.
Alexander says "Into cover!"
Tabitha charges toward Miles.
Solomon inscribes a sigil in burning fire in the air, opening a rift to hell.
Miles charges toward depression.
Samantha charges toward rock.
Harriet charges toward Samantha.
Caelum charges toward Solomon.
A root grows suddenly around a Romanian peasant militia fighter's ankles.
Martin runs towards the objective.
Miles fires off a shot at a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far which misses him.
Caelum says "That's a lot of faces."
Martin says "Oh, would you look at that..."
Solomon says "It is."
Samantha says "Well... this sucks."
Autumn charges toward rock.
Alexander flicks his hand forward, binding one of the fighters ankles as it charges toward him.
"I totally forgot about this one." Jodie mentions with a little hint of confusion still lingering on her face
Martin says "This is great!"
Jodie charges toward rock.
Solomon charges toward rock.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it misses him.
Alexander says "Focus on the mercenary to the north!"
Alexander fires off a shot at a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far which misses him.
Martin runs towards the objective.
Viktorin charges toward Alexander.
Miles fires off a shot at a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far which misses him.
Samantha charges toward depression.
Tabitha fires off a shot at a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far which sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Autumn charges toward rock.
Harriet glances between Samantha and Martin and their differing opinions.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear. misses him.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet charges toward Samantha.
Solomon charges toward rock.
Alexander extends a hand forth, arcane energy forming around his wrist. "Robo!" he bellows. "MK2!" There isn't an ounce of embarrassment in his expression. "Come forth! Strike down evil!" He points at Alexander.
Martin runs towards the objective.
Viktorin charges toward Harriet.
Tabitha charges toward depression.
Caelum makes a supernatural leap to a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear.
Jodie says "The rock isn't going to last that long and I can't see anywhere else to be"
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Miles, it is parried by his club-like baton with a heavy, weighted tip.
A black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far launches a stab at Miles, it is parried by his club-like baton with a heavy, weighted tip.
Solomon says "No, this is not going to go well."
Miles swings his weapon at a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far, it impacts against his armor.
a black-clad private mercenary who has gone too far fades out of the nightmare.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it misses him.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear. misses him.
Harriet admits, "The lack of cover nearby is quite unfortunate."
Alexander says "Miles, let me know when you're hurt, I can bandage you."
Caelum says "I'll try to get to it."
Martin runs towards the objective.
Caelum charges toward a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear.
Alexander fires off a shot at a Romanian peasant militia fighter which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Samantha draws a rune in the air with her fingertip, water vapor trailing behind her finger.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Alexander, it is parried by his black steel combat knife.
Tabitha pulls a small lump of clay from her tote, forming it into a shape before setting it down and chanting something beneath her breath.
Miles swings his weapon at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it is parried by her.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear. sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Harriet charges toward Samantha.
Caelum says "Damnit, wrong thing."
Miles says "Sure, sure. "
Martin runs towards the objective.
Jodie says "There might be cover we can't see to the southwest somewhere"
Alexander launches a stab at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it is parried by her.
Solomon says "Perhaps. "
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Alexander, it is parried by his black steel combat knife.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Miles, it is parried by his club-like baton with a heavy, weighted tip.
Tabitha launches a stab at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Romanian peasant militia fighter fades out of the nightmare.
"I'm just going to scout around to the south a little..." Samantha explains as she jogs in that direction through the valley.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Alexander brings forth his little robot pal and moves to take their troublesome invaders down.
Miles swings his weapon at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it is parried by her.
Caelum charges toward rock.
Solomon says "Someone hit me with magic, too. I am very much reduced."
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear. misses him.
Harriet charges toward Martin.
A small fire suddenly ignites on Martin's clothes.
Ducking behind cover with Alexander and Miles, Tabitha sets down a lump of clay, speaking in a tongue as it grows. She has to distract herself by taking a swing to a militia, however.
Alexander launches a stab at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it impacts against her armor.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Miles, it is parried by his club-like baton with a heavy, weighted tip.
Autumn says "That means there is someone outside battle opposing you."
a Romanian peasant militia fighter fades out of the nightmare.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Caelum charges toward a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear.
Harriet gives a nod to Samantha. "Vik," she says to Viktorin, "Let's head back to Martin."
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it misses him.
Solomon says "I will learn who when we wake."
Caelum swings his weapon at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it impacts against his armor.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Viktorin nods easily
Samantha says "Ok, Tabitha and Alexander and Miles are down there near a depression."
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Jodie says "Do they not have cover over there?"
Alexander says "So, we should wait it out here, until they begin to capture then move forward."
Solomon says "They do not."
Samantha says "Martin is at the point, lets head there and see how that goes."
Once the poor folks have been dealt with Miles goes about adjusting his armour, "Anyone catch any sight of the others?" He asks of Tabitha and Alexander.
Martin says "If we do not have cover, so do they. The downside of that is that we might be a liitle outnumbered!"
Alexander says "Solomon and Caelum to the north."
"I can not see anyone." Tabitha says with a pat to a sloppy wet clay golem.
Samantha says "Everyone has cover except us."
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Caelum says "It'd be great if I could get to them before they riddle me with holes."
Martin says "Not over here."
Solomon says "They outrange my magic, however."
Viktorin says "Well. Nice. And I don't have any of my proper equipment."
Caelum says "What's the plan here, Solomon?"
Harriet cheers out, "Go, go Captain Socks!"
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Caelum slowly wipes the blood of a Sapphire Martyr soldier off of his blade, against his arm.
Alexander says "I will scout briefly and return."
"We are going to need to move from here. We might be safe, but we are of no use either." Tabitha says.
"There's a big ol' something-something in the way. It's blocking our view." Miles notes, gesturing north. "But we can wander closer and have a peek. Pull back if we need to."
Jodie says "We can engage them out there away from this cover to preserve it"
Somewhere not far from this shadowed valley, a group of Romanian peasants gathers in the shadow of an ancient, weathered church, their faces etched with lines of worry and hope. They clasp their hands tightly, eyes closed, as whispered prayers for deliverance rise into the crisp morning air. The rough stone walls of the church, a silent witness to centuries of faith and struggle, seem to absorb their fervent pleas. Each word, laden with the weight of their plight, seeks the intervention of a higher power to guide and protect them from the encroaching darkness that threatens their land.
Samantha turns around and starts jogging northward over the mountains, panting heavily.
"Maybe one of members in anti-Legion group," Autumn murmurs as she surveys the area. "Their leader wanted to meet up with me few days ago."
A fire-breathing hellhound hurls a small fireball at Martin, it misses him.
Solomon says "I think we let them come to us and use our minions as best we can."
Samantha goes down to one knee before firing off a three-round burst at a fire-breathing hellhound with her M4, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Harriet fires off a shot at a fire-breathing hellhound which misses her.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Martin says "Get that dog."
Viktorin says "Why am I always screwed?"
Caelum says "Should I risk it and run towards them?"
Autumn says "No Caelum."
Tabitha nods to Miles, "Northwest, find cover as soon as possible."
Alexander says "Scouting isn't an advance Miles, if you wanna do it, you do it."
Caelum charges toward rock.
Solomon says "We use cover while we can."
Harriet charges toward Martin.
Harriet is buffeted by a sudden gust of wind.
A fire-breathing hellhound hurls a small fireball at Harriet, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Samantha goes down to one knee before firing off a three-round burst at a fire-breathing hellhound with her M4, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Miles says "Just looking to have a peek. "
Alexander says "Spotted! "
Viktorin says "Move your stubby legs, lizard!"
Harriet fires off a shot at a fire-breathing hellhound which misses her.
Samantha charges toward Martin.
Solomon says "But my hellhound will go down soon. Without anything with range, we are in some real trouble."
Harriet moves protectively towards Martin.
Alexander says "Solomon, Harriet, Martin, Sam, Solomon, Jodie and Caelum, all to the north east in cover behind rocks"
A fire-breathing hellhound hurls a small fireball at Harriet, it misses her.
Samantha goes down to one knee before firing off a three-round burst at a fire-breathing hellhound with her M4, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Caelum says "You know I suck at range."
Martin says "Focus fire on that doggy, my fellow ... life-supporters. Yeep."
Autumn says "Martin is at point."
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Alexander which misses him.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Harriet which misses her.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
As militia reinforcements move through the underbrush, the rustling of leaves underfoot mixes with the soft jangle of ammunition belts. The weight of history is palpable in their grasp of the aged rifles, a tangible connection to past generations who fought on this same soil. Despite their varied ages and backgrounds, the militia shares a unified purpose, their eyes scanning the horizon for any sign of the threat that has drawn them from their homes.
Pop, pop! Tabitha fires off two .38 bullets at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, taking a small step backward with the small gun's surprising recoil. The bullets misses her.
Alexander fires off a shot at a Romanian peasant militia fighter which misses her.
Miles fires off a shot at a Romanian peasant militia fighter which misses her.
Caelum says "The peasants are going after them, that's at least good."
Harriet says, "I could use a bandage!"
Tabitha charges toward Miles.
Samantha charges toward Harriet.
Harriet fires off a shot at a fire-breathing hellhound which ineffectually wounds her left shoulder.
A fire-breathing hellhound hurls a small fireball at Harriet, it misses her.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Alexander which misses him.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Martin which misses him.
Samantha goes down to one knee before firing off a three-round burst at a fire-breathing hellhound with her M4, it ineffectually wounds her forehead.
Harriet says, "Now I really need a bandade."
Alexander charges toward a Romanian peasant militia fighter.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Solomon says "The hellhound will go down any minute."
A single gunshot echoes as Tabitha pulls the trigger of the little snub-nosed pistol in her hand. she has the short, smoking barrel aimed at a Romanian peasant militia fighter. The attack impacts against her armor.
Alexander launches a stab at a Romanian peasant militia fighter, it impacts against her armor.
Samantha moves protectively towards Harriet.
Harriet fires off a shot at a fire-breathing hellhound which ineffectually wounds her chest.
a fire-breathing hellhound fades out of the nightmare.
Martin says "I forgot my bandades back at reality!"
Miles says "Oh, look. Autumn is out here helping the demon again. "
Alexander closes in with the peasant alongside a gleaming plastic one foot tall robotic warrior of justice and slams his dagger in for it.
a Romanian peasant militia fighter fades out of the nightmare.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter fires off a shot at Samantha which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Tabitha charges toward Miles.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
A small fire suddenly ignites on Samantha's clothes.
Harriet winks at Samantha, saying, "Thank you."
Alexander says "Miles, fire on their cover"
A small fire suddenly ignites on Samantha's clothes.
Alexander says "Break it before they can turn on us."
Miles charges toward rock.
Harriet points out to Martin, "I handed you one, dear Martin."
Solomon says "And my hellhound is down."
Harriet fires off a shot at a Romanian peasant militia fighter which misses him.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Samantha, it is parried by her pair of fighting tridents.
"What a force of good they are, murdering civilians." Caelum smirks.
Samantha dashes over and quickly bandages Harriet's wounds before curses as small fires start igniting on her clothes.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Samantha lashes out at a Romanian peasant militia fighter with her spear, it is parried by him.
A Romanian peasant militia fighter launches a stab at Samantha, it is parried by her pair of fighting tridents.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards a gleaming plastic one foot tall robotic warrior of justice. misses him.
Samantha lashes out at a Romanian peasant militia fighter with her spear, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Romanian peasant militia fighter fades out of the nightmare.
"It is just a dream." Jodie reasons with a vague shrug to Caelum's statement
Solomon says "There's the sect."
"They are already at point," Autumn tells Solomon with a frown. "At this point they will win unless more peasants attack."
Tabitha charges toward Miles.
Viktorin squints at his rifle, muttering, "I need to plan my outfits again."
Martin waves the bandage victoriously as he continues drawing stick figures on the gravel with a crossbow bolt, "You have my most heartfelt and sincere gratitude, dear Harry!" Is yelled gratefully towards Harriet.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Solomon says "Of course, they are all on us, not on each other."
Samantha pants as she stabs the peasant. "I could use a bandaid myself..."
Martin says "Patched up."
Caelum says "As soon as I peek out, they'll take me out en masse. We need a plan."
Solomon says "There is not a good plan."
Viktorin says "Chief, are we uh... winning?"
"Take her out when possible." Tabitha says.
Alexander nods to Miles and Tabitha. "We'll harass them, they have the larger group, and we have to get through them to fight the Order anyway. Hit and run against their cover. They can't afford to focus on us."
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards an animated shifting mass of clay. sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at an animated shifting mass of clay, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Harriet gives a nod to Viktorin. "So far... at least."
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Jodie says "They have no where to recover. They will run out of bandages and then fall. We might as well stay here"
Miles says "Exactly that, the focus is their cover, and then a wee bit of peppering. Pull back to our own cover if need be. "
"I see you there, Tabitha Matheson. Why do you fight!" Solomon shouts at Tabitha.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at an animated shifting mass of clay, it misses him.
Alexander charges toward rock.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards an animated shifting mass of clay. misses him.
"If we win this it will be the silliest victory ever." Samantha decides, "Not that I'm complaining mind." She notes, peering off towards the west.
Solomon's eyes suddenly look bloodshot.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Viktorin grumbles, "I dunno why, but apparently my stunted monkey ass dragged my useless rifle and my terrible knife."
The topsoil around Solomon turns to quicksand.
Autumn says "Alex! I know you would work with them against us!"
Harriet nods in agreement with Samantha, and she says, "We've been having quite a few silly victories as of late, but mostly due to the interesting fighting tactics of the other groups."
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Alexander, it misses him.
Solomon says "I'm blinded."
Harriet suggests, "You should probably sell those crappy items, then, sir," to Viktorin.
Caelum says "Crap. "
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards an animated shifting mass of clay. sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Caelum starts to move slower.
Solomon says "There we are."
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at an animated shifting mass of clay, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Martin says "It is not Silliness, good Samantha, it is the unparalelled genius of yours truly."
"At least you brought shoes." Samantha points out to Viktorin.
Caelum slowly begins to hiss, slouching against the rock.
Caelum says "Tabitha is weakening me."
Viktorin says "Captain Socks!"
Solomon says "Her magic is strong."
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Tabitha starts to sweat.
Caelum says "More so to me."
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards an animated shifting mass of clay. ineffectually wounds his left arm.
The underbrush around Alexander starts to rapidly grow.
underbrush fades out of the nightmare.
Tabitha charges toward rock.
Alexander says "Catching my breath"
Martin continues completing the summoning ritual.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at an animated shifting mass of clay, it ineffectually wounds his left arm.
Solomon chants low words in some infernal tongue, sending a powerful lance of balefire towards Tabitha. misses her.
Viktorin shakes his dull hunting knife at Samantha, telling them, "I'll come next time with nothing but my skivvies and a vest!"
Harriet chuckles at Martin the obvious demigod. She shakes her head a little and then looks to Viktorin, snorting softly over Samantha's comment. "Hey, Captain Socks went down in history as the scouts named the monster we killed 'Mister Goop' instead of its real name of 'It.' It is now canon."
A small fire suddenly ignites on Tabitha's clothes.
an animated shifting mass of clay fades out of the nightmare.
A small fire suddenly ignites on Tabitha's clothes.
Tabitha wipes at her brow, knocked back and retreating when she is hit by a fireball.
Harriet pleads to Viktorin, "Please, yes, wear underwear."
Tabitha charges toward Miles.
Caelum says "Just a little closer and Jodie and I might be able to get to them."
The Virtuous Extremists Alliance has proved victorious.