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The Destined Hosts Operation In Westrend 241127
In the foreboding mountains of Westrend, factions clash over rumored ancient artifacts of immense power. Amidst the skirmishes, Lucy, a newcomer to the Inception LARPs, finds herself embroiled in a chaotic battle against the Destined Host soldiers. With every faction vying for supremacy, the terrain becomes a treacherous battleground filled with sigil-etched weaponry and close encounters. A flurry of missed shots and deflected arrows underline the intensity of the skirmish, as every soldier fights with strategic determination. The dynamic shifts as Lucy, alongside comrades Emmanuel, Novel, Harriet, and Brock, navigate the rough terrain, their armor clinking and shields deflecting blows in a desperate attempt to secure victory amidst the unfolding chaos.
As the battle rages on, the struggle to maintain cover and deal effective hits becomes paramount. Emmanuel, demonstrating both leadership and combat prowess, coordinates strikes while Novel unleashes ferocity against the encroaching enemy with brutal thrusts parried by their seasoned opponents. Amidst a relentless barrage of arrows and melee attacks, Lucy manages to strike a Destined Host soldier, her triumph short-lived as she finds herself facing an overwhelming force. The collective effort of the team, each member fighting valiantly against the looming threat, showcases the dire circumstances they face. In a decisive moment, Novel veers toward the depression, signaling a tactical retreat to recuperate. Emmanuel, with his experience, calls in a drone strike, adding a technological edge to their mystical warfare. This combined assault reflects a desperate push against the inexorable advance of the Destined Host soldiers, their number seemingly endless, as the factions vie for the ancient artifacts that promise untold power.
At Tue Nov 26 2024, in mountains near Westrend
Mission: Get to the designated site and continue finding and securing ancient artifacts until the process is complete.
Word has spread about the existence of ancient artifacts rumored to hold immense power. These relics, hidden within the treacherous mountains of Westrend, could change the tide of power within the mystical realm of the Wilds. Each faction has their own motives for obtaining these precious items - from gaining supremacy to protecting their territories or disrupting the balance of power. The challenges of the mountainous terrain combined with the secretive nature of these artifacts make this operation a victory for the strategic and determined.
Westrend
It is dusk, about 51F(10C) degrees, and there are a few grey clouds in the sky.
Lucy's cheeks flush a deep pink as she shifts the rifle in her hands, fumbling awkwardly with the unfamiliar weight. Her gaze darts around, taking in the elaborate setups and the intensely focused players. "Oh, right." She mutters under her breath, her voice tinged with embarrassed amusement, "I do Inception LARPs now. That's a thing." She huffs a small laugh, trying to steady herself as the surrealness of the moment sinks in.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Vindicta, it misses her.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses him.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Brock charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Novel charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Lucy runs towards the objective.
Harriet charges toward Lucy.
Brock stares over at Lucy, her collar, and those marks on her thighs for several seconds, before letting out a slow, low, whistle, "Woof."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Brock, it is parried by his slender, snaking bident spear made of living wood.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is blocked by her startling white exoskeleton made of light-bending metamaterials.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which deflects off his armor.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Brock charges toward depression.
Novel charges toward depression.
Harriet charges toward Lucy.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is parried by her pink and white camouflage officer's pocket knife.
"What a rare sight," Emmanuel notes aside to Novel as he darts over towards the depression.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Brock charges toward depression.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Lucy 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 Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is blocked by her startling white exoskeleton made of light-bending metamaterials.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel remarks back to Emmanuel with a furrowed brow, "What fucking is?" He asks in confused aside.
Brock charges toward depression.
"Hey!" Emmanuel calls over towards Lucy, "Do non just stand there in the open, mon amie! Move for the cover, the depression, hm?"
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is blocked by her startling white exoskeleton made of light-bending metamaterials.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Vindicta, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Vindicta, it misses her.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
"An Order member has turned up for a fight," Emmanuel comments dryly aside to Novel with a little smirk, before turning to more readily face the girl being shot at, "Well, merde."
Lucy freezes, staring dumbly at Brock, her expression caught between confusion and disbelief. The realization slowly dawns on her, painting her face with a deep flush. With an audible groan, she covers her face with both hands, peeking through her fingers just enough to mutter, "Wait... if I shot myself here, would I, like, be unalived in real life?" Her voice wavers between genuine curiosity and mortified self-awareness.
Emmanuel moves protectively towards Lucy.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Novel calls back to someone, "I've had it a few fucking times! It's just a goddamn - timing bullshit thing. I guess."
Novel calls back over his shoulder, "I've had it a few fucking times! It's just a goddamn - timing bullshit thing. I guess."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is blocked by her startling white exoskeleton made of light-bending metamaterials.
Brock charges toward depression.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is blocked by her startling white exoskeleton made of light-bending metamaterials.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Lucy, it is dodged by her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it deflects off her shield.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which deflects off her armor.
Brock 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.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses him.
Lucy retreats from a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Emmanuel moves protectively towards Lucy.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel charges toward rock.
There's some real wobbles going on as Emmanuel raises off of the ground with a grimace, nearly ending up upside down as he tries to balance himself. Though soon enough he's floating over toward Lucy to try and cover her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
Harriet charges toward Lucy.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it deflects off her shield.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it strikes her shield with bruising force.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it strikes her shield with bruising force.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Lucy launches a stab at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at Vindicta, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, strikes her shield with bruising force.
Vindicta fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel moves protectively towards Lucy.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry as its platinum surface gleams and deflects off his armor.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Novel charges toward rock.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
Novel sliiides right into cover as soon as the bunny falls and then proceeds to return fire to the closing soldiers.
Lucy launches a stab at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and is parried by her.
"That's a lotta fucking dudes," Brock blurts out as he watches all the Host soldiers rush across the battlefield, "Fucking hell."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
Harriet gets wailed on, but she keeps on keeping on, swinging right back.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
Emmanuel 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.
Novel charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, is parried by her.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry as its platinum surface gleams and is parried by him.
Lucy launches a stab at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Lucy, it deflects off her shield.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
Lucy's embarrassment dissipates in an instant as a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry lunges into her space, brandishing a knife with an intent that sends her pulse racing. She lets out a startled cry, instinct taking over as she wildly flails her own blade in response, clearly just flailing it wildly and hoping for the best.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
Novel charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, is parried by her.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and is parried by her.
Lucy launches a stab 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 Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
There's a bit of a glance aside toward Lucy in the chaos of the fight, but soon enough Emmanuel's attention is drawn back to the various Host members as they rush the small group.
Emmanuel 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 Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, is parried by her.
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry as its platinum surface gleams and deflects off her armor.
Emmanuel says "Novel, I might need some cover, mon ami."
Lucy swings her 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.
Novel says "Kind of in the wrong fucking place, I'm halfway across the area from you."
Emmanuel says "..Oh, never mind."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Emmanuel 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.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his forehead.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, deflects off her armor.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Lucy swings her 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 Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Lucy, it deflects off her shield.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it ineffectually wounds his right shoulder.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it ineffectually wounds his right shoulder.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it deflects off his amalgamation of charcoal-infused plate mail, and kevlar armour.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his right leg.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off her armor.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, is parried by her.
Lucy swings her weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
Novel charges toward depression.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Lucy, it deflects off her armor.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it ineffectually wounds his right shoulder.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it deflects off his armor.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his chest.
Lucy's face lights up with triumph as she stabs her attacker and they disspipate from the nightmare, "Got one!" she chirps, her voice practically dripping with glee.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
The moment of celebration is short-lived as Lucy gaze lifts and locks onto the other half-dozen enemies swarming in her direction. Her cheerful expression falters, eyes widening in a mix of horror and exasperation. "Ah, shit, fuck, man.."
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry as its platinum surface gleams and is parried by her.
Lucy swings her weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his right shoulder.
"Shit-fuck is right, hm?" Emmanuel chirps back to Lucy empathetically as he tries to fend off those crashing through his armour as well.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Lucy, it ineffectually wounds her left arm.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it deflects off his amalgamation of charcoal-infused plate mail, and kevlar armour.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it deflects off his armor.
Emmanuel swings his weapon 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 Novel, it ineffectually wounds his stomach.
Brock 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.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and is parried by him.
Lucy swings her weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his left shoulder.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it deflects off his amalgamation of charcoal-infused plate mail, and kevlar armour.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his chest.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry as its platinum surface gleams and strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Lucy swings her weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Lucy, it ineffectually wounds her right leg.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his left leg.
"Once these are down, head for the depression," Emmanuel instructs Lucy, "We can replace our broken armours there."
A bunch of French nonsense is expelled by Emmanuel as he attempts to distract a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry just long enough to clobber them with a two-handed strike, which is parried by him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his left shoulder.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Lucy swings her weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
Novel charges toward depression.
Lucy charges toward depression.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, 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 draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his right leg.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his chest.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Novel beelines across the battlefield, retreating out of cover and arrows sticking out of several bodyparts as he sprints his way across the battlefield - pausing a moment to shoot one of the soldiers on the way past as he continues to gather a porcupine's set of bolts all over him.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
Novel charges toward depression.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, deflects off her armor.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Lucy charges toward depression.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Novel brings with him soldiers chasing him as he thuds into the depression, grunting to himself as he starts tearing out bolts from his form and body the rough yanking and pulling as he does his best to catch his breath.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
Lucy snaps off a crisp salute toward someone, a cheeky grin tugging at her lips despite the chaos. Without waiting for a response, she pivots sharply and takes off in a sprint, her boots kicking up dust as she heads for the depression in the distance.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses him.
Lucy snaps off a crisp salute toward someone, a cheeky grin tugging at her lips despite the chaos. Without waiting for a response, she pivots sharply and takes off in a sprint, her boots kicking up dust as she heads for the depression in the distance.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Lucy snaps off a crisp salute toward Emmanuel, a cheeky grin tugging at her lips despite the chaos. Without waiting for a response, she pivots sharply and takes off in a sprint, her boots kicking up dust as she heads for the depression in the distance.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Lucy charges toward depression.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Novel takes in deep, sucking breaths, strapping his kevlar back in place and straightening himself up before springing to his feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Lucy, it is dodged by her.
Harriet charges toward depression.
Brock launches an attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which is parried by her.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, is parried by her.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Emmanuel too charges towards the depression, huffing and puffing, and trying to catch his breath as he moves. His armour clinks and clunks with every step, parts of it falling off and hanging from his form.
Emmanuel 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 fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and misses him.
"Any signs of any of the dragons, or Hand?" Emmanuel wonders of Novel as he stumbles into the depression, and slides down to start stripping out shattered plates and replacing them.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses him.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Novel says "Not to the west. There was a single Temple, but they're gone now."
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and deflects off his armor.
Novel regards the swarm of host moving towards them, muttering under his breath, "Fuck me," And then gets to work shooting.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
"I'll throw down a landmine in short order, please don't step on it, hm?" Emmanuel warns the others as he too notes the oncoming horde.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Emmanuel raises two fingers to his mouth, whistling as he calls in a drone strike upon a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry and their surroundings, which misses her.
Brock launches an attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel raises two fingers to his mouth, whistling as he calls in a drone strike upon a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry and their surroundings, which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Novel charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, is parried by her.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with their echoing cracks splitting the air and sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, 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 Novel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, 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 Novel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Brock, it is parried by his slender, snaking bident spear made of living wood.
"What the fuck are these guys being paid? There's so many of them!" Brock complains sourly, hissing as the Host guy decides to stab him rather than Novel
Emmanuel raises two fingers to his mouth, whistling as he calls in a drone strike upon a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry and their surroundings, which misses her.
Brock launches an attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which deflects off her armor.
Novel lunges out of the depression when the soldier gets close, blade in hand, swinging the weapon outwards as he charges - and then immediately being attacked in response. But even weirder, as his blade swings out, many of the soldiers retreating away from him and firing their bows at him as he engages in melee with glee.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with their echoing cracks splitting the air and sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
As the battle rages on, the struggle to maintain cover and deal effective hits becomes paramount. Emmanuel, demonstrating both leadership and combat prowess, coordinates strikes while Novel unleashes ferocity against the encroaching enemy with brutal thrusts parried by their seasoned opponents. Amidst a relentless barrage of arrows and melee attacks, Lucy manages to strike a Destined Host soldier, her triumph short-lived as she finds herself facing an overwhelming force. The collective effort of the team, each member fighting valiantly against the looming threat, showcases the dire circumstances they face. In a decisive moment, Novel veers toward the depression, signaling a tactical retreat to recuperate. Emmanuel, with his experience, calls in a drone strike, adding a technological edge to their mystical warfare. This combined assault reflects a desperate push against the inexorable advance of the Destined Host soldiers, their number seemingly endless, as the factions vie for the ancient artifacts that promise untold power.
At Tue Nov 26 2024, in mountains near Westrend
Mission: Get to the designated site and continue finding and securing ancient artifacts until the process is complete.
Word has spread about the existence of ancient artifacts rumored to hold immense power. These relics, hidden within the treacherous mountains of Westrend, could change the tide of power within the mystical realm of the Wilds. Each faction has their own motives for obtaining these precious items - from gaining supremacy to protecting their territories or disrupting the balance of power. The challenges of the mountainous terrain combined with the secretive nature of these artifacts make this operation a victory for the strategic and determined.
Westrend
It is dusk, about 51F(10C) degrees, and there are a few grey clouds in the sky.
Lucy's cheeks flush a deep pink as she shifts the rifle in her hands, fumbling awkwardly with the unfamiliar weight. Her gaze darts around, taking in the elaborate setups and the intensely focused players. "Oh, right." She mutters under her breath, her voice tinged with embarrassed amusement, "I do Inception LARPs now. That's a thing." She huffs a small laugh, trying to steady herself as the surrealness of the moment sinks in.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Vindicta, it misses her.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses him.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Brock charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Novel charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Lucy runs towards the objective.
Harriet charges toward Lucy.
Brock stares over at Lucy, her collar, and those marks on her thighs for several seconds, before letting out a slow, low, whistle, "Woof."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Brock, it is parried by his slender, snaking bident spear made of living wood.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is blocked by her startling white exoskeleton made of light-bending metamaterials.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which deflects off his armor.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Brock charges toward depression.
Novel charges toward depression.
Harriet charges toward Lucy.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is parried by her pink and white camouflage officer's pocket knife.
"What a rare sight," Emmanuel notes aside to Novel as he darts over towards the depression.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Brock charges toward depression.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Lucy 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 Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is blocked by her startling white exoskeleton made of light-bending metamaterials.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel remarks back to Emmanuel with a furrowed brow, "What fucking is?" He asks in confused aside.
Brock charges toward depression.
"Hey!" Emmanuel calls over towards Lucy, "Do non just stand there in the open, mon amie! Move for the cover, the depression, hm?"
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is blocked by her startling white exoskeleton made of light-bending metamaterials.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Vindicta, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Vindicta, it misses her.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
"An Order member has turned up for a fight," Emmanuel comments dryly aside to Novel with a little smirk, before turning to more readily face the girl being shot at, "Well, merde."
Lucy freezes, staring dumbly at Brock, her expression caught between confusion and disbelief. The realization slowly dawns on her, painting her face with a deep flush. With an audible groan, she covers her face with both hands, peeking through her fingers just enough to mutter, "Wait... if I shot myself here, would I, like, be unalived in real life?" Her voice wavers between genuine curiosity and mortified self-awareness.
Emmanuel moves protectively towards Lucy.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Novel calls back to someone, "I've had it a few fucking times! It's just a goddamn - timing bullshit thing. I guess."
Novel calls back over his shoulder, "I've had it a few fucking times! It's just a goddamn - timing bullshit thing. I guess."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is blocked by her startling white exoskeleton made of light-bending metamaterials.
Brock charges toward depression.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it is blocked by her startling white exoskeleton made of light-bending metamaterials.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Lucy, it is dodged by her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it deflects off her shield.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which deflects off her armor.
Brock 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.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses him.
Lucy retreats from a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Emmanuel moves protectively towards Lucy.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel charges toward rock.
There's some real wobbles going on as Emmanuel raises off of the ground with a grimace, nearly ending up upside down as he tries to balance himself. Though soon enough he's floating over toward Lucy to try and cover her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Lucy, it misses her.
Harriet charges toward Lucy.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it deflects off her shield.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it strikes her shield with bruising force.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Vindicta, it strikes her shield with bruising force.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Lucy launches a stab at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at Vindicta, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, strikes her shield with bruising force.
Vindicta fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel moves protectively towards Lucy.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry as its platinum surface gleams and deflects off his armor.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Novel charges toward rock.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
Novel sliiides right into cover as soon as the bunny falls and then proceeds to return fire to the closing soldiers.
Lucy launches a stab at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and is parried by her.
"That's a lotta fucking dudes," Brock blurts out as he watches all the Host soldiers rush across the battlefield, "Fucking hell."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
Harriet gets wailed on, but she keeps on keeping on, swinging right back.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
Emmanuel 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.
Novel charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, is parried by her.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry as its platinum surface gleams and is parried by him.
Lucy launches a stab at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Lucy, it deflects off her shield.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
Lucy's embarrassment dissipates in an instant as a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry lunges into her space, brandishing a knife with an intent that sends her pulse racing. She lets out a startled cry, instinct taking over as she wildly flails her own blade in response, clearly just flailing it wildly and hoping for the best.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Emmanuel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
Novel charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, is parried by her.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and is parried by her.
Lucy launches a stab 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 Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
There's a bit of a glance aside toward Lucy in the chaos of the fight, but soon enough Emmanuel's attention is drawn back to the various Host members as they rush the small group.
Emmanuel 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 Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, is parried by her.
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry as its platinum surface gleams and deflects off her armor.
Emmanuel says "Novel, I might need some cover, mon ami."
Lucy swings her 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.
Novel says "Kind of in the wrong fucking place, I'm halfway across the area from you."
Emmanuel says "..Oh, never mind."
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it is parried by his steel battle-axe.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Emmanuel 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.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his forehead.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, deflects off her armor.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Lucy swings her 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 Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Lucy, it deflects off her shield.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Emmanuel, it ineffectually wounds his right shoulder.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it ineffectually wounds his right shoulder.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it deflects off his amalgamation of charcoal-infused plate mail, and kevlar armour.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his right leg.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off her armor.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, is parried by her.
Lucy swings her weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
Novel charges toward depression.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Lucy, it deflects off her armor.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it ineffectually wounds his right shoulder.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it deflects off his armor.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his chest.
Lucy's face lights up with triumph as she stabs her attacker and they disspipate from the nightmare, "Got one!" she chirps, her voice practically dripping with glee.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
The moment of celebration is short-lived as Lucy gaze lifts and locks onto the other half-dozen enemies swarming in her direction. Her cheerful expression falters, eyes widening in a mix of horror and exasperation. "Ah, shit, fuck, man.."
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry as its platinum surface gleams and is parried by her.
Lucy swings her weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his right shoulder.
"Shit-fuck is right, hm?" Emmanuel chirps back to Lucy empathetically as he tries to fend off those crashing through his armour as well.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Lucy, it ineffectually wounds her left arm.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it deflects off his amalgamation of charcoal-infused plate mail, and kevlar armour.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it deflects off his armor.
Emmanuel swings his weapon 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 Novel, it ineffectually wounds his stomach.
Brock 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.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and is parried by him.
Lucy swings her weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his left shoulder.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Emmanuel, it deflects off his amalgamation of charcoal-infused plate mail, and kevlar armour.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his chest.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry as its platinum surface gleams and strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Lucy swings her weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it is parried by him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Lucy, it ineffectually wounds her right leg.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his left leg.
"Once these are down, head for the depression," Emmanuel instructs Lucy, "We can replace our broken armours there."
A bunch of French nonsense is expelled by Emmanuel as he attempts to distract a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry just long enough to clobber them with a two-handed strike, which is parried by him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his left shoulder.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses him.
Lucy swings her weapon at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
Novel charges toward depression.
Lucy charges toward depression.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, 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 draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his right leg.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it ineffectually wounds his chest.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Novel beelines across the battlefield, retreating out of cover and arrows sticking out of several bodyparts as he sprints his way across the battlefield - pausing a moment to shoot one of the soldiers on the way past as he continues to gather a porcupine's set of bolts all over him.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
Novel charges toward depression.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it misses her.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, deflects off her armor.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Lucy charges toward depression.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Novel brings with him soldiers chasing him as he thuds into the depression, grunting to himself as he starts tearing out bolts from his form and body the rough yanking and pulling as he does his best to catch his breath.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
Lucy snaps off a crisp salute toward someone, a cheeky grin tugging at her lips despite the chaos. Without waiting for a response, she pivots sharply and takes off in a sprint, her boots kicking up dust as she heads for the depression in the distance.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses him.
Lucy snaps off a crisp salute toward someone, a cheeky grin tugging at her lips despite the chaos. Without waiting for a response, she pivots sharply and takes off in a sprint, her boots kicking up dust as she heads for the depression in the distance.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Lucy snaps off a crisp salute toward Emmanuel, a cheeky grin tugging at her lips despite the chaos. Without waiting for a response, she pivots sharply and takes off in a sprint, her boots kicking up dust as she heads for the depression in the distance.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Lucy charges toward depression.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Novel takes in deep, sucking breaths, strapping his kevlar back in place and straightening himself up before springing to his feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Lucy, it is dodged by her.
Harriet charges toward depression.
Brock launches an attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which is parried by her.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, is parried by her.
Emmanuel charges toward depression.
Emmanuel too charges towards the depression, huffing and puffing, and trying to catch his breath as he moves. His armour clinks and clunks with every step, parts of it falling off and hanging from his form.
Emmanuel 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 fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and misses him.
"Any signs of any of the dragons, or Hand?" Emmanuel wonders of Novel as he stumbles into the depression, and slides down to start stripping out shattered plates and replacing them.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses him.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it deflects off his armor.
Novel says "Not to the west. There was a single Temple, but they're gone now."
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, and deflects off his armor.
Novel regards the swarm of host moving towards them, muttering under his breath, "Fuck me," And then gets to work shooting.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
"I'll throw down a landmine in short order, please don't step on it, hm?" Emmanuel warns the others as he too notes the oncoming horde.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Emmanuel raises two fingers to his mouth, whistling as he calls in a drone strike upon a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry and their surroundings, which misses her.
Brock launches an attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel raises two fingers to his mouth, whistling as he calls in a drone strike upon a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry and their surroundings, which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Novel charges toward a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry.
Brock draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, it sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, is parried by her.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with their echoing cracks splitting the air and sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which misses her.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, 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 Novel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, 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 Novel, it misses him.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry swings her weapon at Brock, it is parried by his slender, snaking bident spear made of living wood.
"What the fuck are these guys being paid? There's so many of them!" Brock complains sourly, hissing as the Host guy decides to stab him rather than Novel
Emmanuel raises two fingers to his mouth, whistling as he calls in a drone strike upon a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry and their surroundings, which misses her.
Brock launches an attack at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which deflects off her armor.
Novel lunges out of the depression when the soldier gets close, blade in hand, swinging the weapon outwards as he charges - and then immediately being attacked in response. But even weirder, as his blade swings out, many of the soldiers retreating away from him and firing their bows at him as he engages in melee with glee.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry with their echoing cracks splitting the air and sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Lucy fires off a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry which sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Destined Host soldier with sigil-etched weaponry, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sends up a spray of soil near her feet.