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The Golden Shadows Operation In Lima Peru 241102
In the eerie shadows of Lima, Peru, a covert team faced the daunting task of intercepting a potent artifact hidden within a mirrored dimension of the Central Reserve Bank. As storm clouds loomed ominously above and a chilling cold enveloped the night, Emmanuel, Fayad, Roger, and Novel embarked on their mission against the formidable Golden Shadow mercenaries, guardians of the ancient treasure. The operation kicked off under a cloak of darkness, the team's communication punctuated by rapid movements towards strategic points—buses, taxis, and alleyways—each maneuver a calculated step towards the relic, a vestige of Peru's Incan ancestry rumored to hold immeasurable power.
The battle that ensued was fraught with near-misses, daring attacks, and the clatter of modern warfare clashing with the echo of ancient energies. Roger, wielding a spear and a bow, faced the brunt of the mercenaries' onslaught, his attacks sparking off their armor as he deftly parried their stabs with his significant spear. Amidst the chaos, Novel managed to secure the artifact only to momentarily lose it again to the enemy, leading to a fierce struggle to reclaim the powerful urn. With quick thinking and precise teamwork, the group utilized their varied weapons and skills, from subdermal impacts and tactical drones to glowing blades and brutal thrusts, eventually overcoming the Golden Shadow mercenaries. In the end, Novel, bearing the artifact, made a headlong dash towards the extraction point, urged on by Emmanuel's encouraging misquote. Despite the surreal nature of their mirrored battleground and the relentless enemy, the team's unity and fortitude secured them a hard-fought victory, proving once more the indomitable spirit of the Balanced Alliance.
At Wed Oct 30 2024, in the city of Lima, Peru
Mission: Intercept an ancient Peruvian artifact predicted to have immense power and bring it back to the extraction point.
The Central Reserve Bank of Peru holds more than just the country's gold reserve; tucked away in a high security vault is an ancient artifact of great importance. The artifact, a relic from Peru's Inca past, is rumored to have untapped power that could swing the balance of power in the occult world. Identified by an anonymous tip-off, this operation presents an opportunity to secure this artifact from the psychic mirror of the bank. Success in this operation could mean control over a potent artifact, tipping the scale towards whoever claims it.
a mirrored version of Central Reserve Bank of Peru
It is night, about 15F(-9C) degrees, and the sky is covered by dark grey stormclouds. There is a new moon.
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Fayad says "Bus. "
Fayad charges toward bus.
Fayad deploys the boy
Emmanuel says "Corner is a better option."
Emmanuel raises a hand to tap a subdermal impact behind his ear in a coded rhythm
Fayad says "For you maybe."
Fayad says "Actually the van's probably the best option considering our extraction point"
Fayad says "So you're right, corner first"
Roger charges toward taxi.
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Fayad says "Oh, no one else is even here."
Emmanuel raises a hand to tap a subdermal impact behind his ear in a coded rhythm
Fayad says "It's all Golden Shadow."
Roger charges toward taxi.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which misses him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Roger fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which misses him.
Emmanuel raises a hand to tap a subdermal impact behind his ear in a coded rhythm
Roger charges toward taxi.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which misses him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which misses him.
Roger draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Fayad charges toward corner.
Novel charges toward corner.
Roger charges toward taxi.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which misses him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which misses him.
Roger draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it misses him.
Emmanuel says "Could move up to the alley."
Roger charges toward taxi.
Roger launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which is parried by him.
Fayad says "What weapon does Roger use?"
Novel charges toward Vindicta.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at Vindicta, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, misses her.
"Non idea," Emmanuel chirps back as he struggles through the nightmare.
Novel moves on up, shooting at the immobile person, looking vaguely puzzled at them. He squints again as they don't move from being shot, winding up his bow once more as he does.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it is parried by his big ol' spear.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it is parried by his big ol' spear.
Fayad says "Looks like a spear and a bow."
Roger launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which impacts against his armor.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it deflects off his shield.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it deflects off his light set of leather and chainmail.
Roger launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Roger has an ancient Peruvian artifact predicted to have immense power.
Emmanuel charges toward alley.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it ineffectually wounds his left leg.
Roger launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which is parried by him.
Fayad says "Novel, tell me when you're about to make a big hit against that Swat woman."
Roger fades out of the nightmare.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear has an ancient Peruvian artifact predicted to have immense power.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it mildly wounds his right shoulder.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Novel which misses him.
Novel charges toward taxi.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, is parried by him.
Fayad's blades start to glow red with heat.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel has an ancient Peruvian artifact predicted to have immense power.
A small fire suddenly ignites on a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear's clothes.
Novel charges toward taxi.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, impacts against her armor.
Emmanuel says "Are you alright over there, Novel?"
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Emmanuel charges toward Novel.
Fayad says "Sure hope so."
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear starts to sweat.
Novel fends off two people attacking him, remarking, "I'm fucking OKAY, I'll be done in a - stop shooting my fucking cover either get in here or cover me when I run for the goddamn extraction."
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, impacts against her armor.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel says "Run toward the extraction."
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Novel says "Gimmime a sec."
Emmanuel moves protectively towards Novel.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which strikes the taxi she's taking cover behind.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear's armor blackens and burns.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, is parried by her.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Emmanuel moves protectively towards Novel.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by her.
Fayad says "DOing my best wizard shit over here."
Fayad charges toward Vindicta.
Fayad fires off a shot at Vindicta which misses her.
Novel says "Yeah it's working fucking incredible actually, I'm fucking noticing it."
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, is parried by her.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel runs towards the extraction point.
Emmanuel says "I think you're heading toward the wrong point there, hm?"
Novel says "Nope. One on the east side, right?"
Emmanuel says "Oh, rihjt."
Fayad charges toward Vindicta.
Emmanuel charges toward Novel.
Kintsugi-repaired Klauth figurine hurls a small fireball at Vindicta, it deflects off her shield.
Vindicta fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad says "Swat person's gone."
Fayad charges toward corner.
Emmanuel charges toward Novel.
Fayad charges toward corner.
Emmanuel charges toward Fayad.
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Novel charges toward corner.
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Fayad murmurs, "Hi Novel."
Novel just - settles in with a sigh, right one of the broken seats of the van, "So what is this? A dildo?" It's an ancient Peruvian artifact that's covered in symbols and looks more like a burial urn. "Hey, boss! Good to fucking see you again."
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
"Gods.." Emmanuel blurts out as he slides into the cover, and leans against the corner to try and catch his breath. "I am glad this is the nightmare, and non reality, hm? But it still sucks." The recently nearly killed man complains while wiping sweat from his brow.
Fayad flexes and clenches his augmetic arm, still clearly getting used to it.
Novel checks his weapons - his armor - his clothes, adjusting and resettling them and smoothing them out for awhile. There's the soft clackclackclak of him winding up his crossbow, reloading it, and generally getting himself settled - double-checking the sights.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at bus, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Emmanuel charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Emmanuel prepares a landmine.
Emmanuel says "Don't follow me."
"You weren't the one getting fucking stabbed and shot, OR carrying some heavy bullshit. What are you complaining about? And you should be all dosed up on fucking drugs- hooo shit." Novel immediately is distracted, craning to look over Fayad's new arm, a grin sprawling across his features. "That looks goddamn INCREDIBLE."
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Fayad says "Yeah. Well. It feels weird."
"..Shoot them?" Emmanuel suggests to Novel and Fayad, gesturing toward the oncoming mercanaries.
Novel says "The fact you can feel ANYTHING with it is fuck-"
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, misses him.
Oh, they definitely weren't bird-soldiers. They were mercenaries, but Emmanuel is French, forgive him.
Fayad fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, strikes his armor with bruising force.
Emmanuel raises two fingers to his mouth, whistling as he calls in a drone strike upon a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear and their surroundings, which strikes his armor with bruising force.
Fayad says "Heating your steel, Novel."
Novel remarks to Emmanuel as the blast catches him a little, "Fucking ow?"
Emmanuel says "..Oops. "
Fayad's blades start to glow red with heat.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by him.
Fayad launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which impacts against his armor.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by her.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear's armor blackens and burns.
Fayad says "Last one's armor is melted. Destroy."
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, impacts against her armor.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel takes a deep, huffing breath, a grin sprawling across his features as he scans around, his blade flicking upwards - only to follow quickly by immense disappointment as he finds nothing else to attack - so, he just sort of shrugs, pulling away from one of the many holes in the side of the bus to plop down on one of the less-ruined bloody seats.
Novel says "We're winning, yeah."
Emmanuel says "Here comes some more."
Fayad says "From the west."
Fayad fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which misses him.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, misses him.
Fayad fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which sparks off the ground near his feet.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sparks off the ground near her feet.
Fayad fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which impacts against her armor.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which misses him.
Fayad says "Well, that's funny."
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, impacts against his armor.
Emmanuel says "It might be worth running for the point, Novel, while we play keepaway."
Emmanuel prepares a landmine.
Fayad fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad says "My spirit is just racking up kills tonight."
Novel squints at the crosw thoughtfully, "Eh, they kind of go down like fucking chumps, don't they? Fucking Golden Shadow," He grunts as he loads and fires bolts repeatedly into the charging crowd. "Rather deal with them before breaking fucking cover."
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sparks off the ground near her feet.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Fayad launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which is parried by her.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by him.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, is parried by him.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which is parried by him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Fayad, it is parried by his redwood spear.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by him.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, strikes his armor with bruising force.
Fayad launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by him.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, is parried by him.
Fayad launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad says "Okay, Novel."
Novel charges straight for the extraction, thingamajig in hand, nodding back at Fayad as he zoooms off.
"Run, florist, run!" Emmanuel definitely misquotes some popular movie from a few decades ago as Novel goes running.
Novel runs towards the extraction point.
The Balanced Alliance has proved victorious.
The battle that ensued was fraught with near-misses, daring attacks, and the clatter of modern warfare clashing with the echo of ancient energies. Roger, wielding a spear and a bow, faced the brunt of the mercenaries' onslaught, his attacks sparking off their armor as he deftly parried their stabs with his significant spear. Amidst the chaos, Novel managed to secure the artifact only to momentarily lose it again to the enemy, leading to a fierce struggle to reclaim the powerful urn. With quick thinking and precise teamwork, the group utilized their varied weapons and skills, from subdermal impacts and tactical drones to glowing blades and brutal thrusts, eventually overcoming the Golden Shadow mercenaries. In the end, Novel, bearing the artifact, made a headlong dash towards the extraction point, urged on by Emmanuel's encouraging misquote. Despite the surreal nature of their mirrored battleground and the relentless enemy, the team's unity and fortitude secured them a hard-fought victory, proving once more the indomitable spirit of the Balanced Alliance.
At Wed Oct 30 2024, in the city of Lima, Peru
Mission: Intercept an ancient Peruvian artifact predicted to have immense power and bring it back to the extraction point.
The Central Reserve Bank of Peru holds more than just the country's gold reserve; tucked away in a high security vault is an ancient artifact of great importance. The artifact, a relic from Peru's Inca past, is rumored to have untapped power that could swing the balance of power in the occult world. Identified by an anonymous tip-off, this operation presents an opportunity to secure this artifact from the psychic mirror of the bank. Success in this operation could mean control over a potent artifact, tipping the scale towards whoever claims it.
a mirrored version of Central Reserve Bank of Peru
It is night, about 15F(-9C) degrees, and the sky is covered by dark grey stormclouds. There is a new moon.
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Fayad says "Bus. "
Fayad charges toward bus.
Fayad deploys the boy
Emmanuel says "Corner is a better option."
Emmanuel raises a hand to tap a subdermal impact behind his ear in a coded rhythm
Fayad says "For you maybe."
Fayad says "Actually the van's probably the best option considering our extraction point"
Fayad says "So you're right, corner first"
Roger charges toward taxi.
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Fayad says "Oh, no one else is even here."
Emmanuel raises a hand to tap a subdermal impact behind his ear in a coded rhythm
Fayad says "It's all Golden Shadow."
Roger charges toward taxi.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which misses him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Roger fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which misses him.
Emmanuel raises a hand to tap a subdermal impact behind his ear in a coded rhythm
Roger charges toward taxi.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which misses him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which misses him.
Roger draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Fayad charges toward corner.
Novel charges toward corner.
Roger charges toward taxi.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which misses him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Roger which misses him.
Roger draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it misses him.
Emmanuel says "Could move up to the alley."
Roger charges toward taxi.
Roger launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which is parried by him.
Fayad says "What weapon does Roger use?"
Novel charges toward Vindicta.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at Vindicta, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, misses her.
"Non idea," Emmanuel chirps back as he struggles through the nightmare.
Novel moves on up, shooting at the immobile person, looking vaguely puzzled at them. He squints again as they don't move from being shot, winding up his bow once more as he does.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it is parried by his big ol' spear.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it is parried by his big ol' spear.
Fayad says "Looks like a spear and a bow."
Roger launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which impacts against his armor.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it deflects off his shield.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it deflects off his light set of leather and chainmail.
Roger launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Roger has an ancient Peruvian artifact predicted to have immense power.
Emmanuel charges toward alley.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it ineffectually wounds his left leg.
Roger launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which is parried by him.
Fayad says "Novel, tell me when you're about to make a big hit against that Swat woman."
Roger fades out of the nightmare.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear has an ancient Peruvian artifact predicted to have immense power.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Roger, it mildly wounds his right shoulder.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Novel which misses him.
Novel charges toward taxi.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, is parried by him.
Fayad's blades start to glow red with heat.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel has an ancient Peruvian artifact predicted to have immense power.
A small fire suddenly ignites on a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear's clothes.
Novel charges toward taxi.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, impacts against her armor.
Emmanuel says "Are you alright over there, Novel?"
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Emmanuel charges toward Novel.
Fayad says "Sure hope so."
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear starts to sweat.
Novel fends off two people attacking him, remarking, "I'm fucking OKAY, I'll be done in a - stop shooting my fucking cover either get in here or cover me when I run for the goddamn extraction."
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, impacts against her armor.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel says "Run toward the extraction."
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Novel says "Gimmime a sec."
Emmanuel moves protectively towards Novel.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which strikes the taxi she's taking cover behind.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear's armor blackens and burns.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, is parried by her.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Emmanuel moves protectively towards Novel.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by her.
Fayad says "DOing my best wizard shit over here."
Fayad charges toward Vindicta.
Fayad fires off a shot at Vindicta which misses her.
Novel says "Yeah it's working fucking incredible actually, I'm fucking noticing it."
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, is parried by her.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel runs towards the extraction point.
Emmanuel says "I think you're heading toward the wrong point there, hm?"
Novel says "Nope. One on the east side, right?"
Emmanuel says "Oh, rihjt."
Fayad charges toward Vindicta.
Emmanuel charges toward Novel.
Kintsugi-repaired Klauth figurine hurls a small fireball at Vindicta, it deflects off her shield.
Vindicta fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad says "Swat person's gone."
Fayad charges toward corner.
Emmanuel charges toward Novel.
Fayad charges toward corner.
Emmanuel charges toward Fayad.
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Novel charges toward corner.
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Fayad murmurs, "Hi Novel."
Novel just - settles in with a sigh, right one of the broken seats of the van, "So what is this? A dildo?" It's an ancient Peruvian artifact that's covered in symbols and looks more like a burial urn. "Hey, boss! Good to fucking see you again."
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
"Gods.." Emmanuel blurts out as he slides into the cover, and leans against the corner to try and catch his breath. "I am glad this is the nightmare, and non reality, hm? But it still sucks." The recently nearly killed man complains while wiping sweat from his brow.
Fayad flexes and clenches his augmetic arm, still clearly getting used to it.
Novel checks his weapons - his armor - his clothes, adjusting and resettling them and smoothing them out for awhile. There's the soft clackclackclak of him winding up his crossbow, reloading it, and generally getting himself settled - double-checking the sights.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at bus, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Emmanuel charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Emmanuel prepares a landmine.
Emmanuel says "Don't follow me."
"You weren't the one getting fucking stabbed and shot, OR carrying some heavy bullshit. What are you complaining about? And you should be all dosed up on fucking drugs- hooo shit." Novel immediately is distracted, craning to look over Fayad's new arm, a grin sprawling across his features. "That looks goddamn INCREDIBLE."
Emmanuel charges toward corner.
Fayad says "Yeah. Well. It feels weird."
"..Shoot them?" Emmanuel suggests to Novel and Fayad, gesturing toward the oncoming mercanaries.
Novel says "The fact you can feel ANYTHING with it is fuck-"
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, misses him.
Oh, they definitely weren't bird-soldiers. They were mercenaries, but Emmanuel is French, forgive him.
Fayad fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, strikes his armor with bruising force.
Emmanuel raises two fingers to his mouth, whistling as he calls in a drone strike upon a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear and their surroundings, which strikes his armor with bruising force.
Fayad says "Heating your steel, Novel."
Novel remarks to Emmanuel as the blast catches him a little, "Fucking ow?"
Emmanuel says "..Oops. "
Fayad's blades start to glow red with heat.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by him.
Fayad launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which impacts against his armor.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by her.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear's armor blackens and burns.
Fayad says "Last one's armor is melted. Destroy."
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, impacts against her armor.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it strikes her armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel takes a deep, huffing breath, a grin sprawling across his features as he scans around, his blade flicking upwards - only to follow quickly by immense disappointment as he finds nothing else to attack - so, he just sort of shrugs, pulling away from one of the many holes in the side of the bus to plop down on one of the less-ruined bloody seats.
Novel says "We're winning, yeah."
Emmanuel says "Here comes some more."
Fayad says "From the west."
Fayad fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which misses him.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, misses him.
Fayad fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which sparks off the ground near his feet.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sparks off the ground near her feet.
Fayad fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which impacts against her armor.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which misses him.
Fayad says "Well, that's funny."
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, impacts against his armor.
Emmanuel says "It might be worth running for the point, Novel, while we play keepaway."
Emmanuel prepares a landmine.
Fayad fires off a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad says "My spirit is just racking up kills tonight."
Novel squints at the crosw thoughtfully, "Eh, they kind of go down like fucking chumps, don't they? Fucking Golden Shadow," He grunts as he loads and fires bolts repeatedly into the charging crowd. "Rather deal with them before breaking fucking cover."
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sparks off the ground near her feet.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Novel, it is parried by his grosse messer blade stylized after a red dragon.
Fayad launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which is parried by her.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by him.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, is parried by him.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which is parried by him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Fayad, it is parried by his redwood spear.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by him.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, strikes his armor with bruising force.
Fayad launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Emmanuel swings his weapon at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, it is parried by him.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear, is parried by him.
Fayad launches an attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear which strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad says "Okay, Novel."
Novel charges straight for the extraction, thingamajig in hand, nodding back at Fayad as he zoooms off.
"Run, florist, run!" Emmanuel definitely misquotes some popular movie from a few decades ago as Novel goes running.
Novel runs towards the extraction point.
The Balanced Alliance has proved victorious.