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The Hands Operation In District 82240120
In the gritty shadows of the dilapidated fortress known as Death's Hold, an intense confrontation unfolds, set against the whispers of the ancient walls. The fortress, once named for its unyielding defensive capabilities, has become the heart of a chaotic battle as The Hand seeks to drive the Lord of the Flies' worshippers from their unholy refuge. Amongst the melees, Sarah, a steel-willed operative, communicates with unseen allies, signaling the arrival of a figure, cloaked in the garb of a civilian, yet armed for war. Meanwhile, Jodie, with an air of derisive nonchalance, scouts the battlefield from her vantage point near the containers, perhaps questioning the absurdity of war. The worshipping zealots, their madness visible in the gleam of their bloodied cleavers, begin to fade under the relentless assault, their fervent presence waning like a nightmare dissipating with the dawn. Each soldier, from Autumn with her bow to Carter and his shrapnel-filled bolts, weighs the cost of their struggle against the shadowy tide of enemies, their fates intertwined with the inexorable rhythm of combat.
As the struggle spirals toward its climax, strategies morph and allegiances waver beneath the haze of battle. Deacon, a soldier with a pistol and the protective garb to match his brazen resolve, dashes between forklifts and workbenches, taking aim with deadly precision. Harriet's gun jams and Harriet herself loses sight altogether, leaving her to fight blind. Suddenly, Autumn, plagued by doubts and barraged by the soldiers' ceaseless assaults, fades from the fray, her absence a striking blow to her companions’ morale. Amidst the chaos, Sarah's armor blackens, her resolve hardening as much as it chars, exemplifying her fiercely unwavering spirit. A wolfish transformation sees Jodie shift form, raising the stakes with feral snarls and sharpened claws, challenging Deacon and Sarah to new extremes. Yet the indomitable spirit of The Hand prevails as their members, ever-protective and strategic, persist in their mission. With Sarah masterfully maintaining control of the capture point, much-needed bandages are sparingly administered by Deacon, their combined tenacity ensuring that the worshippers are tirelessly driven from their former stronghold. As the last of the blood-soaked worshippers fades away, The Hand stands victorious, their dominion over Death's Hold a testament to the power of unity and unwavering intent, even in the face of chaos and insidious worship.
At Fri Jan 19 2024, in a warehouse near District 82
Mission: Get to the designated site and continue driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold until the process is complete.
With The Temple successfully foiling The Hand's attempt to solidify their hold on power through a prison, the dark organization has, for now, directed their sight away from the village of Midnight Hollow. Instead, their focus is now on a dilapidated military complex, called Death's Hold in its prime, located on the road towards the village, intending to keep the Temple from leveraging their victory into further control over the region and ease the task of retaking Midnight Hollow. The Hand however had very good reasons to ignore this location initially - a group of worshipers of the Lord of the Flies, Beelzebub, has been using the place as a home for a while now and would have resisted this intrusion on their territory fiercely. Forcing them out, however, is liable to upset the fragile balance of the region and push it into chaos.
This would benefit The Hand in task to re-establish their military dominance over the region, before they find themselves pushed out entirely by a united front. Driving out the followers could keep the Temple and any local allies of theirs occupied, rendering Midnight Hollow vulnerable once more. Conversely, other groups may well jump on the opportunity to weaken the Hand further or take their supplies.
The Dilapidated Fortress of Death's Hold
It is afternoon, about 67F(19C) degrees, and the sky is covered by wispy white clouds.
Autumn chants a few words and a puff of black smoke appears.
Sarah charges toward handsoldier man dark sturdy clothes soldier.
Autumn charges toward workbench.
Deacon makes a supernatural leap to crates.
Sarah says "Follow our soldiers"
Jodie charges toward container.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which sparks off the ground near her feet.
Carter charges toward Harriet.
Sarah speaks into her earpiece, "...Roberts.", a path opens nearby after, a man in a suit stepping out with a briefcase, then methodically beginning to arm himself.
Jodie scans the battlefield to quickly find out she is alone, she makes a soft noise that sounds like 'pfft' then charges across the field towards the container
Autumn charges toward workbench.
Sarah charges toward handsoldier man dark sturdy clothes soldier.
Jodie charges toward container.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which misses her.
Carter charges toward workbench.
Sarah launches an attack at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver which sparks off the ground near her feet.
Autumn charges toward workbench.
Sarah charges toward handsoldier man dark sturdy clothes soldier.
Jodie charges toward container.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which deflects off her armor.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Carter charges toward workbench.
Deacon says "To the forklift?"
Deacon charges toward forklift.
Sarah charges toward forklift.
Autumn charges toward workbench.
Carter charges toward workbench.
Sarah walks between the grunts, then nods distractedly to Deacon, "...Very well. But keep close to our grunts. Do not stray far from them, follow them whenever they attack anything major."
Deacon charges toward forklift.
"Harry? Over here!" Autumn calls out towards Harriet as she takes cover at the workbench.
Sarah launches an attack at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver which misses her.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it misses him.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which deflects off her armor.
Deacon charges toward forklift.
Jodie shelters at the container while also leaning against it lazily. She studies the battlefield to look for opprotunities to actually be a factor in the unfolding battle. For the moment, staying in the cover nearest the objective seems to be the right play.
Sarah says "Charge the workbench, don't let our soldiers at it alone."
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Sarah charges toward workbench.
Sarah launches an attack at workbench which damages it.
Autumn starts to look a little more unsure of herself.
Carter nocks a bolt with a large, fragmented tip, firing it off where it splits into shrapnel-esque fragments near Hand soldier in dark, study clothes. The shot misses him.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Jodie, it is parried by her a heavy, spiked mace made of iron.
Autumn says "Harry, what are you doing?"
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Harriet calls out, "Getting a little lost!"
Jodie swings her weapon at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, it is parried by him.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which strikes the container he's taking cover behind.
Harriet fires off a shot at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes which misses him.
Harriet charges toward Autumn.
Sarah launches an attack at workbench which damages it.
Sarah says "Deacon, rush the workbench. Ignore the container for now"
Carter quickly readies a lightweight bolt and fires it off at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes before already starting to line up his next shot. The shot sparks off the ground near his feet.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Jodie, it is parried by her a heavy, spiked mace made of iron.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes fires off a shot at Harriet which sparks off the ground near her feet.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it misses him.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at workbench, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Harriet fires off a shot at Sarah which misses her.
Harriet charges toward Autumn.
Sarah launches an attack at workbench which damages it.
Sarah's armor blackens and burns.
Carter nocks a bolt with a large, fragmented tip, firing it off where it splits into shrapnel-esque fragments near Hand soldier in dark, study clothes. The shot sparks off the ground near his feet.
Jodie swings her weapon at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, it is parried by him.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Jodie, it is parried by her a heavy, spiked mace made of iron.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Autumn says "How do they have that many soldiers?"
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at workbench, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Harriet expresses, "Money goes a long way!" to Autumn.
Sarah launches an attack at workbench which damages it.
Carter quickly readies a lightweight bolt and fires it off at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes before already starting to line up his next shot. The shot sparks off the ground near his feet.
"I s'pose so.", Carter hums, gazing down his scope and nocking another bolt.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Jodie, it is parried by her a heavy, spiked mace made of iron.
Harriet stares at her rifle that has been jammed for then minutes now.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Harriet thinks it is more like ten...
Deacon makes a supernatural leap to Carter.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Carter with his sabre that is parried by his talonite athame knife.
Sarah charges toward workbench.
Jodie swings her weapon at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet fires off a shot at a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit which misses him.
Deacon says "Hi guys!"
Sarah launches an attack at workbench which damages it.
Harriet makes a victorious sounding, "Hah!" when she is finally able to use her weapon.
Carter lunges forward with his blade, attempting to shiv Deacon at a vital point before taking a moment to recover. The strike is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
A glowing salamander with fiery wings launches a slashing rake attack at Deacon with his claws which is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Carter, it is parried by his talonite athame knife.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it is parried by her steel khopesh.
"Taking over my homeland, I see," Autumn mutters, turning to strike at Deacon with her khopesh.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Carter with his sabre that is parried by his talonite athame knife.
Autumn swings her weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
"Hello, there.", Carter replies with a grin as he lunges forward, before a horde of Hand agents descends on them.
Harriet swings her weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Carter spins with his blade in a wide arc, stabbing at Deacon and anyone else finding themselves nearby. The strike is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Deacon defends himself rapidly, fending off attack after attack. "I'm just the muscle!" He grins before lashing out with that blade.
A glowing salamander with fiery wings launches a slashing rake attack at Deacon with his claws which is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it is parried by her steel khopesh.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Carter with his sabre that ineffectually wounds his chest.
Carter fades out of the nightmare.
Autumn swings her weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
"Kinda fun to watch everyone kill each other while I stand over here." Jodie muses out loud. She did have to deal with an insane worshipper but that didn't seem to bother her much
Harriet swings her weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Deacon charges toward Sarah.
Sarah says "I will protect you if need be."
Deacon says "DO that. "
A glowing salamander with fiery wings fades out of the nightmare.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it is parried by her steel khopesh.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it is parried by her steel khopesh.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it is parried by her steel khopesh.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at workbench, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Autumn swings her weapon at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it is parried by him.
Sarah moves protectively towards Deacon.
Deacon says "That's much better, thanks!"
Sarah starts to sweat.
Harriet's gun looks like it suddenly jams.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it deflects off her shield.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it impacts against her armor.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it ineffectually wounds her right shoulder.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at workbench, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Harriet swings her weapon at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it is parried by him.
handsoldier man dark sturdy clothes soldier fades out of the nightmare.
Sarah says "Let's not attack the workbench further. We'll be taking it - and may need its cover"
A Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit launches a stab at Autumn, it ineffectually wounds her right leg.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Harriet with his sabre that is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Autumn swings her weapon at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it is parried by him.
Harriet swings her weapon at Deacon, it is parried by his damascus military sabre.
Harriet suddenly freezes in place.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Autumn fades out of the nightmare.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it mildly wounds her left shoulder.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Harriet with his sabre that is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Harriet is blind. So blind. She still swings.
Sarah charges toward workbench.
Sarah launches a stab at Harriet, it impacts against her armor.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it ineffectually wounds her right shoulder.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it ineffectually wounds her left shoulder.
Harriet fades out of the nightmare.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it mildly wounds her right shoulder.
Sarah moves protectively towards Deacon.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Sarah says "Are you fully recovered, Deacon?"
Deacon says "Patching up at the workbench. Then we can move."
Deacon says "You can move I'm right behind you!"
Sarah says "...Deacon? "
Deacon says "I'm on the move"
Sarah says "Yes but... Let's take out that trash chick."
Jodie swings her weapon at container, it damages it.
Sarah charges toward container.
Deacon runs towards the objective.
Deacon says "Soldiers are on the move already!"
Sarah says "...The one who is at war with her own cover"
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at container, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver draws and quickly fires an arrow at Deacon, it misses him.
Jodie notices the hand starting to charge her position and goes, "Uh, NO." then begins bashing her mace into the container to start denying it to the enemy before they arrive
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at container with her claws which damages it.
Deacon says "Don't attack the cover, then."
Sarah charges toward container.
Deacon charges toward container.
Sarah launches an attack at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which misses him.
Jodie(wolf) transforms in a conflagration till only a wolf stands where the woman did before. The creature turns towards Sarah and snarls at her, ready to bite her for daring to approach.
Sarah charges toward container.
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at Sarah with her claws which is dodged by her.
Jodie(wolf) starts to look a little more unsure of herself.
Sarah launches a stab at Jodie(wolf), it is dodged by her.
Deacon charges toward container.
Jodie(wolf) leaps on Sarah and forces her to the ground.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which misses him.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Sarah, it is parried by her metal scalpel knife.
"Oh dear, it seems we've an angry wolf here." Sarah remarks with a wry smile
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at Sarah with her claws which is dodged by her.
Sarah launches a stab at Jodie(wolf), it is dodged by her.
Deacon charges toward container.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver with his sabre that is parried by him.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Sarah says "...Can we prioritize the wolf? It hits a /lot/ harder than the worshipper does. The darn claws"
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at Sarah with her claws which is dodged by her.
Sarah launches a stab at Jodie(wolf), it is dodged by her.
Deacon moves protectively towards Sarah.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Jodie(wolf), it is dodged by her.
Deacon says "God damnit ... "
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at container with her claws which damages it.
Sarah says "You can return to fighting the wolf"
Deacon charges toward container.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Jodie(wolf) with his sabre that is dodged by her.
Jodie(wolf) chases Sarah out of the cover only to turn on the cover itself and ignore the worshipper.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
A Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit launches a stab at Jodie(wolf), it is dodged by her.
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at Deacon with her claws which is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Sarah launches an attack at Jodie(wolf) which strikes the container she's taking cover behind.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Jodie(wolf) with his sabre that ineffectually wounds her stomach.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is parried by his damascus military sabre.
Deacon says "Get back in here! "
Sarah charges toward container.
Jodie(wolf) suddenly freezes in place.
Deacon says "Cover that cultist!"
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Jodie(wolf) with his sabre that ineffectually wounds her left arm.
Jodie fades out of the nightmare.
Sarah says "Get out of cover if you need a triage from me"
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Sarah says "...or not"
Deacon says "We're good!"
Sarah says "Let's drive the worshippers out of the fortress before more of them arm themselves"
Sarah runs towards the objective.
Deacon runs towards the objective.
Sarah runs towards the objective.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon runs towards the objective.
Deacon says "I'll cover you!"
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon charges toward Sarah.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon moves protectively towards Sarah.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver draws and quickly fires an arrow at Deacon, it misses him.
Sarah says "Worshipper to our southeast"
Deacon says "Hurry that up ... "
Deacon says "Two to the west."
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon says "Just keep working. "
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Sarah says "The grunts can take care of the two on the west I suspect"
Deacon says "Mostly! I'm on the one closing in."
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is parried by his damascus military sabre.
Deacon says "Bandage? "
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Sarah says "I can't do that without abandoning the capture point, are you sure?"
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver with his sabre that is parried by him.
Deacon says "Not yet then."
Deacon says "Actually yes, bandage me!"
Deacon says "Do it now, better off."
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Deacon says "Almost good as new."
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is parried by his damascus military sabre.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver with his sabre that deflects off his armor.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Deacon says "Good deal. Moving to the next target."
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which strikes the container she's taking cover behind.
Sarah says "Only one bandage left. This'll be close."
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver starts to look a little more unsure of herself.
Deacon moves protectively towards Sarah.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon says "Roberts is keeping the closest enemy busy, and the grunts have the other."
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Sarah moves protectively towards a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit.
Deacon says "Just keep at it, I'm fine."
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver draws and quickly fires an arrow at Sarah, it misses her.
Sarah says "I am protecting roberts, his gun is useful."
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at container, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon says "I see I see sorry."
Sarah moves protectively towards a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit.
Deacon moves protectively towards Sarah.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver draws and quickly fires an arrow at Sarah, it misses her.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at container, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver draws and quickly fires an arrow at Sarah, it misses her.
Deacon moves protectively towards a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at container, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Sarah moves protectively towards a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit.
Deacon moves protectively towards a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit.
container fades out of the nightmare.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which misses her.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which deflects off her armor.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon says "Almost there!"
The Hand has proved victorious.
As the struggle spirals toward its climax, strategies morph and allegiances waver beneath the haze of battle. Deacon, a soldier with a pistol and the protective garb to match his brazen resolve, dashes between forklifts and workbenches, taking aim with deadly precision. Harriet's gun jams and Harriet herself loses sight altogether, leaving her to fight blind. Suddenly, Autumn, plagued by doubts and barraged by the soldiers' ceaseless assaults, fades from the fray, her absence a striking blow to her companions’ morale. Amidst the chaos, Sarah's armor blackens, her resolve hardening as much as it chars, exemplifying her fiercely unwavering spirit. A wolfish transformation sees Jodie shift form, raising the stakes with feral snarls and sharpened claws, challenging Deacon and Sarah to new extremes. Yet the indomitable spirit of The Hand prevails as their members, ever-protective and strategic, persist in their mission. With Sarah masterfully maintaining control of the capture point, much-needed bandages are sparingly administered by Deacon, their combined tenacity ensuring that the worshippers are tirelessly driven from their former stronghold. As the last of the blood-soaked worshippers fades away, The Hand stands victorious, their dominion over Death's Hold a testament to the power of unity and unwavering intent, even in the face of chaos and insidious worship.
At Fri Jan 19 2024, in a warehouse near District 82
Mission: Get to the designated site and continue driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold until the process is complete.
With The Temple successfully foiling The Hand's attempt to solidify their hold on power through a prison, the dark organization has, for now, directed their sight away from the village of Midnight Hollow. Instead, their focus is now on a dilapidated military complex, called Death's Hold in its prime, located on the road towards the village, intending to keep the Temple from leveraging their victory into further control over the region and ease the task of retaking Midnight Hollow. The Hand however had very good reasons to ignore this location initially - a group of worshipers of the Lord of the Flies, Beelzebub, has been using the place as a home for a while now and would have resisted this intrusion on their territory fiercely. Forcing them out, however, is liable to upset the fragile balance of the region and push it into chaos.
This would benefit The Hand in task to re-establish their military dominance over the region, before they find themselves pushed out entirely by a united front. Driving out the followers could keep the Temple and any local allies of theirs occupied, rendering Midnight Hollow vulnerable once more. Conversely, other groups may well jump on the opportunity to weaken the Hand further or take their supplies.
The Dilapidated Fortress of Death's Hold
It is afternoon, about 67F(19C) degrees, and the sky is covered by wispy white clouds.
Autumn chants a few words and a puff of black smoke appears.
Sarah charges toward handsoldier man dark sturdy clothes soldier.
Autumn charges toward workbench.
Deacon makes a supernatural leap to crates.
Sarah says "Follow our soldiers"
Jodie charges toward container.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which sparks off the ground near her feet.
Carter charges toward Harriet.
Sarah speaks into her earpiece, "...Roberts.", a path opens nearby after, a man in a suit stepping out with a briefcase, then methodically beginning to arm himself.
Jodie scans the battlefield to quickly find out she is alone, she makes a soft noise that sounds like 'pfft' then charges across the field towards the container
Autumn charges toward workbench.
Sarah charges toward handsoldier man dark sturdy clothes soldier.
Jodie charges toward container.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which misses her.
Carter charges toward workbench.
Sarah launches an attack at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver which sparks off the ground near her feet.
Autumn charges toward workbench.
Sarah charges toward handsoldier man dark sturdy clothes soldier.
Jodie charges toward container.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which deflects off her armor.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Carter charges toward workbench.
Deacon says "To the forklift?"
Deacon charges toward forklift.
Sarah charges toward forklift.
Autumn charges toward workbench.
Carter charges toward workbench.
Sarah walks between the grunts, then nods distractedly to Deacon, "...Very well. But keep close to our grunts. Do not stray far from them, follow them whenever they attack anything major."
Deacon charges toward forklift.
"Harry? Over here!" Autumn calls out towards Harriet as she takes cover at the workbench.
Sarah launches an attack at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver which misses her.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it misses him.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which deflects off her armor.
Deacon charges toward forklift.
Jodie shelters at the container while also leaning against it lazily. She studies the battlefield to look for opprotunities to actually be a factor in the unfolding battle. For the moment, staying in the cover nearest the objective seems to be the right play.
Sarah says "Charge the workbench, don't let our soldiers at it alone."
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Sarah charges toward workbench.
Sarah launches an attack at workbench which damages it.
Autumn starts to look a little more unsure of herself.
Carter nocks a bolt with a large, fragmented tip, firing it off where it splits into shrapnel-esque fragments near Hand soldier in dark, study clothes. The shot misses him.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Jodie, it is parried by her a heavy, spiked mace made of iron.
Autumn says "Harry, what are you doing?"
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Harriet calls out, "Getting a little lost!"
Jodie swings her weapon at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, it is parried by him.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which strikes the container he's taking cover behind.
Harriet fires off a shot at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes which misses him.
Harriet charges toward Autumn.
Sarah launches an attack at workbench which damages it.
Sarah says "Deacon, rush the workbench. Ignore the container for now"
Carter quickly readies a lightweight bolt and fires it off at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes before already starting to line up his next shot. The shot sparks off the ground near his feet.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Jodie, it is parried by her a heavy, spiked mace made of iron.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes fires off a shot at Harriet which sparks off the ground near her feet.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it misses him.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at workbench, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Harriet fires off a shot at Sarah which misses her.
Harriet charges toward Autumn.
Sarah launches an attack at workbench which damages it.
Sarah's armor blackens and burns.
Carter nocks a bolt with a large, fragmented tip, firing it off where it splits into shrapnel-esque fragments near Hand soldier in dark, study clothes. The shot sparks off the ground near his feet.
Jodie swings her weapon at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, it is parried by him.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Jodie, it is parried by her a heavy, spiked mace made of iron.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Autumn says "How do they have that many soldiers?"
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at workbench, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Harriet expresses, "Money goes a long way!" to Autumn.
Sarah launches an attack at workbench which damages it.
Carter quickly readies a lightweight bolt and fires it off at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes before already starting to line up his next shot. The shot sparks off the ground near his feet.
"I s'pose so.", Carter hums, gazing down his scope and nocking another bolt.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Jodie, it is parried by her a heavy, spiked mace made of iron.
Harriet stares at her rifle that has been jammed for then minutes now.
Autumn draws and quickly fires an arrow at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Harriet thinks it is more like ten...
Deacon makes a supernatural leap to Carter.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Carter with his sabre that is parried by his talonite athame knife.
Sarah charges toward workbench.
Jodie swings her weapon at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet fires off a shot at a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit which misses him.
Deacon says "Hi guys!"
Sarah launches an attack at workbench which damages it.
Harriet makes a victorious sounding, "Hah!" when she is finally able to use her weapon.
Carter lunges forward with his blade, attempting to shiv Deacon at a vital point before taking a moment to recover. The strike is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
A glowing salamander with fiery wings launches a slashing rake attack at Deacon with his claws which is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Carter, it is parried by his talonite athame knife.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it is parried by her steel khopesh.
"Taking over my homeland, I see," Autumn mutters, turning to strike at Deacon with her khopesh.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Carter with his sabre that is parried by his talonite athame knife.
Autumn swings her weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
"Hello, there.", Carter replies with a grin as he lunges forward, before a horde of Hand agents descends on them.
Harriet swings her weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Carter spins with his blade in a wide arc, stabbing at Deacon and anyone else finding themselves nearby. The strike is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Deacon defends himself rapidly, fending off attack after attack. "I'm just the muscle!" He grins before lashing out with that blade.
A glowing salamander with fiery wings launches a slashing rake attack at Deacon with his claws which is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it is parried by her steel khopesh.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Carter with his sabre that ineffectually wounds his chest.
Carter fades out of the nightmare.
Autumn swings her weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
"Kinda fun to watch everyone kill each other while I stand over here." Jodie muses out loud. She did have to deal with an insane worshipper but that didn't seem to bother her much
Harriet swings her weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Deacon charges toward Sarah.
Sarah says "I will protect you if need be."
Deacon says "DO that. "
A glowing salamander with fiery wings fades out of the nightmare.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it is parried by her steel khopesh.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it is parried by her steel khopesh.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it is parried by her steel khopesh.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at workbench, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Autumn swings her weapon at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it is parried by him.
Sarah moves protectively towards Deacon.
Deacon says "That's much better, thanks!"
Sarah starts to sweat.
Harriet's gun looks like it suddenly jams.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it deflects off her shield.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it impacts against her armor.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it ineffectually wounds her right shoulder.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at workbench, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Harriet swings her weapon at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it is parried by him.
handsoldier man dark sturdy clothes soldier fades out of the nightmare.
Sarah says "Let's not attack the workbench further. We'll be taking it - and may need its cover"
A Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit launches a stab at Autumn, it ineffectually wounds her right leg.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Harriet with his sabre that is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Autumn swings her weapon at Hand soldier in dark, study clothes, it is parried by him.
Harriet swings her weapon at Deacon, it is parried by his damascus military sabre.
Harriet suddenly freezes in place.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Autumn fades out of the nightmare.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Autumn, it mildly wounds her left shoulder.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Harriet with his sabre that is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Harriet is blind. So blind. She still swings.
Sarah charges toward workbench.
Sarah launches a stab at Harriet, it impacts against her armor.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it ineffectually wounds her right shoulder.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it ineffectually wounds her left shoulder.
Harriet fades out of the nightmare.
Hand soldier in dark, study clothes launches a stab at Harriet, it mildly wounds her right shoulder.
Sarah moves protectively towards Deacon.
Deacon charges toward workbench.
Sarah says "Are you fully recovered, Deacon?"
Deacon says "Patching up at the workbench. Then we can move."
Deacon says "You can move I'm right behind you!"
Sarah says "...Deacon? "
Deacon says "I'm on the move"
Sarah says "Yes but... Let's take out that trash chick."
Jodie swings her weapon at container, it damages it.
Sarah charges toward container.
Deacon runs towards the objective.
Deacon says "Soldiers are on the move already!"
Sarah says "...The one who is at war with her own cover"
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at container, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver draws and quickly fires an arrow at Deacon, it misses him.
Jodie notices the hand starting to charge her position and goes, "Uh, NO." then begins bashing her mace into the container to start denying it to the enemy before they arrive
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at container with her claws which damages it.
Deacon says "Don't attack the cover, then."
Sarah charges toward container.
Deacon charges toward container.
Sarah launches an attack at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which misses him.
Jodie(wolf) transforms in a conflagration till only a wolf stands where the woman did before. The creature turns towards Sarah and snarls at her, ready to bite her for daring to approach.
Sarah charges toward container.
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at Sarah with her claws which is dodged by her.
Jodie(wolf) starts to look a little more unsure of herself.
Sarah launches a stab at Jodie(wolf), it is dodged by her.
Deacon charges toward container.
Jodie(wolf) leaps on Sarah and forces her to the ground.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which misses him.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Sarah, it is parried by her metal scalpel knife.
"Oh dear, it seems we've an angry wolf here." Sarah remarks with a wry smile
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at Sarah with her claws which is dodged by her.
Sarah launches a stab at Jodie(wolf), it is dodged by her.
Deacon charges toward container.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver with his sabre that is parried by him.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Sarah says "...Can we prioritize the wolf? It hits a /lot/ harder than the worshipper does. The darn claws"
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at Sarah with her claws which is dodged by her.
Sarah launches a stab at Jodie(wolf), it is dodged by her.
Deacon moves protectively towards Sarah.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Jodie(wolf), it is dodged by her.
Deacon says "God damnit ... "
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at container with her claws which damages it.
Sarah says "You can return to fighting the wolf"
Deacon charges toward container.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Jodie(wolf) with his sabre that is dodged by her.
Jodie(wolf) chases Sarah out of the cover only to turn on the cover itself and ignore the worshipper.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
A Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit launches a stab at Jodie(wolf), it is dodged by her.
Jodie(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at Deacon with her claws which is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
Sarah launches an attack at Jodie(wolf) which strikes the container she's taking cover behind.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Jodie(wolf) with his sabre that ineffectually wounds her stomach.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is parried by his damascus military sabre.
Deacon says "Get back in here! "
Sarah charges toward container.
Jodie(wolf) suddenly freezes in place.
Deacon says "Cover that cultist!"
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at Jodie(wolf) with his sabre that ineffectually wounds her left arm.
Jodie fades out of the nightmare.
Sarah says "Get out of cover if you need a triage from me"
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is blocked by his kevlar vest layered with advanced electronic augmentations.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Sarah says "...or not"
Deacon says "We're good!"
Sarah says "Let's drive the worshippers out of the fortress before more of them arm themselves"
Sarah runs towards the objective.
Deacon runs towards the objective.
Sarah runs towards the objective.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon runs towards the objective.
Deacon says "I'll cover you!"
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon charges toward Sarah.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon moves protectively towards Sarah.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver draws and quickly fires an arrow at Deacon, it misses him.
Sarah says "Worshipper to our southeast"
Deacon says "Hurry that up ... "
Deacon says "Two to the west."
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon says "Just keep working. "
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Sarah says "The grunts can take care of the two on the west I suspect"
Deacon says "Mostly! I'm on the one closing in."
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is parried by his damascus military sabre.
Deacon says "Bandage? "
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Sarah says "I can't do that without abandoning the capture point, are you sure?"
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver with his sabre that is parried by him.
Deacon says "Not yet then."
Deacon says "Actually yes, bandage me!"
Deacon says "Do it now, better off."
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Deacon says "Almost good as new."
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver swings his weapon at Deacon, it is parried by his damascus military sabre.
Moving forward, Deacon takes a poweful lunge at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver with his sabre that deflects off his armor.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Deacon says "Good deal. Moving to the next target."
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which strikes the container she's taking cover behind.
Sarah says "Only one bandage left. This'll be close."
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver starts to look a little more unsure of herself.
Deacon moves protectively towards Sarah.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon says "Roberts is keeping the closest enemy busy, and the grunts have the other."
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Sarah moves protectively towards a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit.
Deacon says "Just keep at it, I'm fine."
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver draws and quickly fires an arrow at Sarah, it misses her.
Sarah says "I am protecting roberts, his gun is useful."
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at container, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon says "I see I see sorry."
Sarah moves protectively towards a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit.
Deacon moves protectively towards Sarah.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver draws and quickly fires an arrow at Sarah, it misses her.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at container, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
An insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver draws and quickly fires an arrow at Sarah, it misses her.
Deacon moves protectively towards a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at container, firing a critical shot at them which damages it.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Sarah moves protectively towards a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit.
Deacon moves protectively towards a Hand Peacekeeper wearing a suit.
container fades out of the nightmare.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which misses her.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Lifting his pistol, Deacon takes careful aim at an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver, firing a critical shot at them which deflects off her armor.
an insane worshipper wielding a bloodied cleaver fades out of the nightmare.
Sarah continues driving out the worshippers from Death's Hold.
Deacon says "Almost there!"
The Hand has proved victorious.