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The Hands Operation In Rhagost 241012
In the village near Rhagost, the battle for the control of Fate's Keep raged fiercely under the watchful eyes of both the Hand and the Knights. The Hand, determined to undermine the Knights' authority, deployed their best - Peacekeepers and Shadows, each with unique abilities and unyielding resolve. Among them, Ash, wielding glowing orbs with whispers of power, Korina with her animalistic ferocity aided by a dire-cat, and Nikolai, whose distress beacon and supernatural leaps painted him as a formidable foe. The air crackled with magic and the ground was scorched by fire as Isaiah summoned fiery beings, while Kah's strategic mind worked through the chaos. Selina, a loyalist of Fate's Keep, deflected attacks with skill but faced the relentless advance of the Hand's forces. As the battle unfolded, Korina's strategy to focus on eliminating the knights became evident, with spectacular displays of light beams against their plated adversaries.
As the conflict intensified, the Hand's members showcased remarkable teamwork and adaptability in the face of the loyalists' resistance. Nikolai's efforts to use bolas and flame against the enemy, Ash's magical summons that turned the battlefield ethereal, and Kah's relentless pursuit of Selina epitomized the Hand's tactical diversity. Despite injuries and the constant threat from Golden Shadow mercenaries, the Hand pushed forward, their sights set firmly on destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep. Korina, undeterred by the looming threats, continued her mission amidst the chaos, her focus never wavering from the ultimate goal. In a dramatic conclusion, despite the relentless assault from the loyalists and mercenaries, the Hand emerged victorious. Their success marked a significant destabilization of the Knights' authority in Fate's Keep, showcasing the Hand's cunning, strength, and unbreakable will to claim dominion over their destiny and reshape the future of the Keep under their control.
At Fri Oct 11 2024, in a village near Rhagost
Mission: Get to the designated site and continue destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it) until the process is complete.
With recent rumors spreading about the fate of the leader of the Knights, the Hand intends to exploit their vulnerabilities by using underhanded methods to gain influence over local leaders and key figures within the settlement. Through a combination of bribery, intimidation, and promises of protection, the Hand aims to destabilize the Knights' authority and turn Fate's Keep into a stronghold of their own, presenting themselves as the only viable option for maintaining order and security. To this end, Peacekeepers and Shadows have infiltrated the Crossroads of Fate, steadily working towards weakening the influence of Gonthorian's sect in the area.
within the walls of Fate's Keep
It is afternoon, about 89F(31C) degrees, and there are a few wispy white clouds in the sky.
Ash says "Holy shit... that's a lot."
Predatory and animalistic, Korina lets out a throaty growl. Only moments later, a feisty, juvenile dire-cat with blue and grey stripes jumps out to assist her.
Kah charges toward corner.
Nikolai taps his neck twice and activates a distress beacon.
Ash grabs a glowing red and white orb from their hip, tossing it as they whisper to themself, "Briar, I choose you!"
Korina charges toward corner.
Nikolai grimaces at Ash.
Fire begins to drip from Isaiah's fingertips and puddle on the ground by his feet. After a moment, the flames begin to take on a humanoid shape.
Isaiah says "The corner"
Isaiah charges toward corner.
Kneeling, Kah crushes a clay bead between his fingers that begins to emit wisps of smoke.
Ash says "Korina? "
Nikolai makes a supernatural leap to corner.
Selina charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
Selina swings her weapon at a loyalist of Fate's Keep, it deflects off her armor.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
Ash charges toward corner.
Korina says "Corner. "
Kah says "Who is the man with sandy hair?"
Isaiah says "First target?"
Ash says "Ally. "
Kah charges toward corner.
Isaiah says "That is Nikolai, on our side."
Nikolai taps his neck twice and activates a distress beacon.
Fire begins to drip from Isaiah's fingertips and puddle on the ground by his feet. After a moment, the flames begin to take on a humanoid shape.
Isaiah charges toward corner.
Korina charges toward corner.
Selina hits the ground running, dispatching a loyalist before turning her attention to others and trying to find cover.
Kah says "I hear."
Korina splays her fingers and takes aim at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard - ten brilliant beams of light shoot forth, terrorizing his surroundings with a prismatic onslaught that sparks off the ground near his feet.
Nikolai charges toward corner.
Selina charges toward stall.
Ash charges toward corner.
Selina speaks the words, "Echor Lug-Chwest!" then turns toward corner while drawing in a deep breath. Selina exhales a blast of cold toward corner, which damages it.
Korina says "I am going to ignore Selina for the moment and get rid of all her knights."
Nikolai says "Da, alright, I will follow suit."
A Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fires off a shot at Kah which misses him.
Kah says "Should I engage her? I do not think I will take her one to one but I can keep her busy."
Ash says "Then I'll focus on her."
Fayad stands still, frowning, his practice of signing up for literally everything coming to bite him in the ass.
Kah charges toward corner.
Nikolai points his hammer at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards him that misses him.
Fayad launches an attack at Fayad which is parried by his redwood spear.
Isaiah draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
Isaiah charges toward corner.
Korina splays her fingers and takes aim at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard - ten brilliant beams of light shoot forth, terrorizing his surroundings with a prismatic onslaught that misses him.
Selina charges toward stall.
Fayad chooses to fall upon his own spear rather than assist Selina.
Ash charges toward corner.
Selina speaks the words, "Echor Lug-Chwest!" then turns toward corner while drawing in a deep breath. Selina exhales a blast of cold toward corner, which damages it.
Ash's skins darkens to night, with sparkling stars, before the stars surge forth towards a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard! The stars misses him.
Isaiah says "Selina has a draconian and dragonling form that she shifts between, ya omri. Keep track or you will lose her."
Kah charges toward Selina.
Nikolai points his hammer at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards him that sparks off the ground near his feet.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad launches an attack at Fayad which is parried by his redwood spear.
Isaiah draws and quickly fires an arrow at Selina, it misses her.
Nikolai throws a grenade at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard.
Korina splays her fingers and takes aim at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard - ten brilliant beams of light shoot forth, terrorizing his surroundings with a prismatic onslaught that sparks off the ground near his feet.
grenade fades out of the nightmare.
Taking careful measure, Kah thrusts his spear at Selina with a powerful strike that is parried by her rapier.
Selina charges toward stall.
Ash charges toward corner.
Korina squints. "Who put the grenade there."
Selina shouts, "Raui-o Echor!" then points at Kah. A chilly ray blasts out toward him and misses him.
Nikolai says "I just threw it."
Korina says "Oh. "
Selina starts to look a little more unsure of herself.
Nikolai says "Kah - you need bandage? I saw you take fire before."
Ash fires a quick shot from his rifle, the bullet striking Fayad with precision but less impact impacts against his snug black kevlar vest with the HSD logo.
Kah charges toward Selina.
Nikolai points his hammer at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards him that strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad launches an attack at Fayad which impacts against his armor.
Fayad fades out of the nightmare.
Korina shoots Nikolai a look like 'who the fuck is Kah'.
Kah says "Maybe! She is fierce!"
Korina splays her fingers and takes aim at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard - ten brilliant beams of light shoot forth, terrorizing his surroundings with a prismatic onslaught that impacts against his armor.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
Korina says "Knights all gone."
Ash says "Keep in mind that you can call out to me for triage."
Feinting, Kah takes a quick jab at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) that will is parried by her rapier.
Ash charges toward corner.
Isaiah charges toward Selina.
Nikolai charges toward Selina.
Selina charges toward stall.
Nikolai points his hammer at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards her that strikes the stall she's taking cover behind.
Kah charges toward Selina.
Nikolai says "She is taking cover behind stall. Annoying."
Taking careful measure, Kah thrusts his spear at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) with a powerful strike that is parried by her rapier.
Nikolai says "Let me see if I can reach her."
Kah says "I am on her."
Isaiah charges toward Selina.
Wings appear on Nikolai's ankles
Nikolai moves protectively towards stall.
Kah seems almost as fast as Selina(argenti draco hybrida), moving and pursuing them across the battlefield like a blurred ancient warrior.
Ash says "Fucking out of range for me."
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
Kah charges toward Selina.
Ash charges toward hut.
Feinting, Kah takes a quick jab at Selina that will is parried by her rapier.
Nikolai makes a supernatural leap to Selina.
Isaiah(wolf) immediately shifts and moves after someone once those knights are down, quickly closing the distance between themselves and their Packmate. They move with an abnormal about of speed, watching the Jackal-headed male strike the beast even as she takes to the air, a Wolfish grin spreading across its maw, splitting it in an eerie fashion.
Stepping onto the air as if it were solid, Kah refuses to let someone escape them! He jabs out, knocking them from the air.
Nikolai points his hammer at Selina(argenti draco) and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards her that misses her.
Isaiah charges toward Selina.
As him hair gains a ghostly glow, Ash summons a will o' wisp Glow Cloud, it feeds on a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear and others. All Hail.
Korina says "Five mercenaries."
Selina(argenti draco) suddenly freezes in place.
Kah charges toward Selina.
Ash charges toward hut.
Taking careful measure, Kah thrusts his spear at Selina(argenti draco) with a powerful strike that is parried by her rapier.
Korina says "I am holding her still."
Nikolai says "Excellent. I will follow up with bola."
Nikolai moves protectively towards Kah.
Nikolai trips Selina(argenti draco).
Nikolai's hammer flicks speedily towards Selina(argenti draco) in an attempt to whittle down her defenses and completely misses her.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which misses him.
Isaiah charges toward Kah.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Isaiah(wolf) which misses him.
Kah says "When they grow weak, leave them to me."
As him hair gains a ghostly glow, Ash summons a will o' wisp Glow Cloud, it feeds on a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear and others. All Hail.
Ash charges toward hut.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which misses him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Selina leaps at Nikolai and starts rampaging against him and everyone nearby with claws, teeth, and tail. The assault
Feinting, Kah takes a quick jab at Selina that will is parried by her rapier.
Chasing after Kah and someone on foot - or half on foot, anyway, bounding across the field - Nikolai finally meets his opponent and swings his hammer low at her legs, sending her sprawling.
Chasing after Kah and Selina on foot - or half on foot, anyway, bounding across the field - Nikolai finally meets his opponent and swings his hammer low at her legs, sending her sprawling.
Gripping his hammer in both hands, Nikolai brings the massive weapon down upon Selina in a crushing blow that is parried by her rapier.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which misses him.
Isaiah charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Korina runs towards the objective.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which misses him.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
As him hair gains a ghostly glow, Ash summons a will o' wisp Glow Cloud, it feeds on a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear and others. All Hail.
The bronzed man continues to engage the shifter, eyes following their movements sharply with respect showing in those tundral blue orbs. Kah's spear continues to chase them, hot on their heels every moment.
Ash charges toward hut.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which sparks off the ground near his feet.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Ash says "I need these guys to fuck off... I'm not making it to the hut in time."
Selina swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Taking careful measure, Kah thrusts his spear at Selina with a powerful strike that ineffectually wounds her right arm.
Kah says "Leave them! Turn to the task at hand."
Nikolai's hammer flicks speedily towards Selina in an attempt to whittle down her defenses and completely misses her.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Ash, it ineffectually wounds his right shoulder.
Isaiah charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Ash says "Izzy, Help!"
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Isaiah(wolf) which misses him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which ineffectually wounds his right leg.
As him hair gains a ghostly glow, Ash summons a will o' wisp Glow Cloud, it feeds on a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear and others. All Hail.
Nikolai grapples with Selina(argenti draco hybrida).
Ash charges toward Isaiah.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which impacts against his armor.
Ash fades out of the nightmare.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which mildly wounds his left arm.
Selina(argenti draco hybrida) leaps at Nikolai and starts rampaging against him and everyone nearby with claws, teeth, and tail. The assault is dodged by him.
Feinting, Kah takes a quick jab at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) that will ineffectually wounds her right shoulder.
"I would prefer to see job finished," Nikolai grunts back to Kah. "No offense. I just do not like this one." He lets his hammer fall for a moment, reaching out to grab Selina(argenti draco hybrida) by the wing as she shifts.
Kah says "Trust me, yes? I want them."
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Isaiah charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Isaiah(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear with his claws which is dodged by him.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep draws and quickly fires an arrow at Nikolai, it misses him.
Nikolai points his hammer at a loyalist of Fate's Keep and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards her that misses her.
Selina(argenti draco hybrida) leaps at Nikolai and starts rampaging against him and everyone nearby with claws, teeth, and tail. The assault is dodged by him.
Taking careful measure, Kah thrusts his spear at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) with a powerful strike that ineffectually wounds her stomach.
Letting out a little breath - but not yet releasing Selina(argenti draco hybrida) - Nikolai grunts, "Fine," and lifts his hammer in a free hand to send lances of firing due east, towards the loyalists.
Selina(argenti draco hybrida) lashes out, trying to do as much damage as she can before she gets taken out. Ineffectual as it may be.
"Come, shifter! Let us dance the dance" Kah calls out to Selina(argenti draco hybrida) tauntingly, his shield holding steady.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Kah charges toward Selina.
Isaiah charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings his weapon at Korina, it is parried by her set of graceful, wickedly-bladed claws.
Kah(wolf) leaps on Selina(argenti draco hybrida) and forces her to the ground.
Nikolai hurls a bola at Selina(argenti draco hybrida)'s legs.
Korina hisses out loud at a loyalist of Fate's Keep, cat-like.
With all of his might, Kah(wolf) snaps powerul, enormous jaws at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) with a bite that will ineffectually wounds her right shoulder.
Selina(argenti draco hybrida) launches a slashing rake attack at Kah(wolf) with her claws which is dodged by him.
Nikolai charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Isaiah(wolf) leaps at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Nikolai's hammer flicks speedily towards a loyalist of Fate's Keep in an attempt to whittle down her defenses and is parried by her.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear in deadly fashion. This is dodged by him.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
a Vulplope - a plush vulpine jackalope fades out of the nightmare.
Isaiah charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Korina swings her weapon at a loyalist of Fate's Keep, it is parried by him.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings his weapon at Korina, it is parried by her set of graceful, wickedly-bladed claws.
With all of his might, Kah(wolf) snaps powerul, enormous jaws at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) with a bite that will ineffectually wounds her chest.
Selina(argenti draco hybrida) launches a slashing rake attack at Kah(wolf) with her claws which is dodged by him.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Gripping his hammer in both hands, Nikolai brings the massive weapon down upon a loyalist of Fate's Keep in a crushing blow that is parried by her.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear in deadly fashion. This strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Nikolai makes a supernatural leap to Korina.
Selina(aereus draco) suddenly freezes in place.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings his weapon at Korina, it is parried by her set of graceful, wickedly-bladed claws.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
With a snarl, Kah(wolf) rushes foward to bite at Selina(aereus draco) with a snap of the jaws that completely misses her.
Selina fades out of the nightmare.
Kah(wolf) fades out of the nightmare.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear in deadly fashion. This is dodged by him.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Nikolai says "Kah took Selina through dream."
Nikolai says "No wonder he was so insistent."
Nikolai moves protectively towards Korina.
Korina swings her weapon at a loyalist of Fate's Keep, it is parried by him.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Nikolai points his hammer at a loyalist of Fate's Keep and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards her that strikes the stall she's taking cover behind.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear in deadly fashion. This is dodged by him.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
Nikolai moves protectively towards Korina.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep draws and quickly fires an arrow at Nikolai, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear in deadly fashion. This is dodged by him.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Isaiah charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
Nikolai charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Isaiah charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Nikolai's hammer flicks speedily towards a loyalist of Fate's Keep in an attempt to whittle down her defenses and is parried by her.
Isaiah charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Gripping his hammer in both hands, Nikolai brings the massive weapon down upon a loyalist of Fate's Keep in a crushing blow that is parried by her.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
Isaiah runs towards the objective.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Isaiah charges toward stall.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Nikolai moves protectively towards Korina.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Nikolai moves protectively towards Korina.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
A loyalist of Fate's Keep draws and quickly fires an arrow at Nikolai, it misses him.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep draws and quickly fires an arrow at Nikolai, it misses him.
Korina says "More of them."
Isaiah charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
Nikolai points his hammer at a loyalist of Fate's Keep and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards her that misses her.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a loyalist of Fate's Keep in deadly fashion. This is dodged by her.
Isaiah charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
The Corrupt Alliance has proved victorious.
As the conflict intensified, the Hand's members showcased remarkable teamwork and adaptability in the face of the loyalists' resistance. Nikolai's efforts to use bolas and flame against the enemy, Ash's magical summons that turned the battlefield ethereal, and Kah's relentless pursuit of Selina epitomized the Hand's tactical diversity. Despite injuries and the constant threat from Golden Shadow mercenaries, the Hand pushed forward, their sights set firmly on destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep. Korina, undeterred by the looming threats, continued her mission amidst the chaos, her focus never wavering from the ultimate goal. In a dramatic conclusion, despite the relentless assault from the loyalists and mercenaries, the Hand emerged victorious. Their success marked a significant destabilization of the Knights' authority in Fate's Keep, showcasing the Hand's cunning, strength, and unbreakable will to claim dominion over their destiny and reshape the future of the Keep under their control.
At Fri Oct 11 2024, in a village near Rhagost
Mission: Get to the designated site and continue destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it) until the process is complete.
With recent rumors spreading about the fate of the leader of the Knights, the Hand intends to exploit their vulnerabilities by using underhanded methods to gain influence over local leaders and key figures within the settlement. Through a combination of bribery, intimidation, and promises of protection, the Hand aims to destabilize the Knights' authority and turn Fate's Keep into a stronghold of their own, presenting themselves as the only viable option for maintaining order and security. To this end, Peacekeepers and Shadows have infiltrated the Crossroads of Fate, steadily working towards weakening the influence of Gonthorian's sect in the area.
within the walls of Fate's Keep
It is afternoon, about 89F(31C) degrees, and there are a few wispy white clouds in the sky.
Ash says "Holy shit... that's a lot."
Predatory and animalistic, Korina lets out a throaty growl. Only moments later, a feisty, juvenile dire-cat with blue and grey stripes jumps out to assist her.
Kah charges toward corner.
Nikolai taps his neck twice and activates a distress beacon.
Ash grabs a glowing red and white orb from their hip, tossing it as they whisper to themself, "Briar, I choose you!"
Korina charges toward corner.
Nikolai grimaces at Ash.
Fire begins to drip from Isaiah's fingertips and puddle on the ground by his feet. After a moment, the flames begin to take on a humanoid shape.
Isaiah says "The corner"
Isaiah charges toward corner.
Kneeling, Kah crushes a clay bead between his fingers that begins to emit wisps of smoke.
Ash says "Korina? "
Nikolai makes a supernatural leap to corner.
Selina charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
Selina swings her weapon at a loyalist of Fate's Keep, it deflects off her armor.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
Ash charges toward corner.
Korina says "Corner. "
Kah says "Who is the man with sandy hair?"
Isaiah says "First target?"
Ash says "Ally. "
Kah charges toward corner.
Isaiah says "That is Nikolai, on our side."
Nikolai taps his neck twice and activates a distress beacon.
Fire begins to drip from Isaiah's fingertips and puddle on the ground by his feet. After a moment, the flames begin to take on a humanoid shape.
Isaiah charges toward corner.
Korina charges toward corner.
Selina hits the ground running, dispatching a loyalist before turning her attention to others and trying to find cover.
Kah says "I hear."
Korina splays her fingers and takes aim at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard - ten brilliant beams of light shoot forth, terrorizing his surroundings with a prismatic onslaught that sparks off the ground near his feet.
Nikolai charges toward corner.
Selina charges toward stall.
Ash charges toward corner.
Selina speaks the words, "Echor Lug-Chwest!" then turns toward corner while drawing in a deep breath. Selina exhales a blast of cold toward corner, which damages it.
Korina says "I am going to ignore Selina for the moment and get rid of all her knights."
Nikolai says "Da, alright, I will follow suit."
A Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fires off a shot at Kah which misses him.
Kah says "Should I engage her? I do not think I will take her one to one but I can keep her busy."
Ash says "Then I'll focus on her."
Fayad stands still, frowning, his practice of signing up for literally everything coming to bite him in the ass.
Kah charges toward corner.
Nikolai points his hammer at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards him that misses him.
Fayad launches an attack at Fayad which is parried by his redwood spear.
Isaiah draws and quickly fires an arrow at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
Isaiah charges toward corner.
Korina splays her fingers and takes aim at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard - ten brilliant beams of light shoot forth, terrorizing his surroundings with a prismatic onslaught that misses him.
Selina charges toward stall.
Fayad chooses to fall upon his own spear rather than assist Selina.
Ash charges toward corner.
Selina speaks the words, "Echor Lug-Chwest!" then turns toward corner while drawing in a deep breath. Selina exhales a blast of cold toward corner, which damages it.
Ash's skins darkens to night, with sparkling stars, before the stars surge forth towards a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard! The stars misses him.
Isaiah says "Selina has a draconian and dragonling form that she shifts between, ya omri. Keep track or you will lose her."
Kah charges toward Selina.
Nikolai points his hammer at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards him that sparks off the ground near his feet.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad launches an attack at Fayad which is parried by his redwood spear.
Isaiah draws and quickly fires an arrow at Selina, it misses her.
Nikolai throws a grenade at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard.
Korina splays her fingers and takes aim at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard - ten brilliant beams of light shoot forth, terrorizing his surroundings with a prismatic onslaught that sparks off the ground near his feet.
grenade fades out of the nightmare.
Taking careful measure, Kah thrusts his spear at Selina with a powerful strike that is parried by her rapier.
Selina charges toward stall.
Ash charges toward corner.
Korina squints. "Who put the grenade there."
Selina shouts, "Raui-o Echor!" then points at Kah. A chilly ray blasts out toward him and misses him.
Nikolai says "I just threw it."
Korina says "Oh. "
Selina starts to look a little more unsure of herself.
Nikolai says "Kah - you need bandage? I saw you take fire before."
Ash fires a quick shot from his rifle, the bullet striking Fayad with precision but less impact impacts against his snug black kevlar vest with the HSD logo.
Kah charges toward Selina.
Nikolai points his hammer at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards him that strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
Fayad launches an attack at Fayad which impacts against his armor.
Fayad fades out of the nightmare.
Korina shoots Nikolai a look like 'who the fuck is Kah'.
Kah says "Maybe! She is fierce!"
Korina splays her fingers and takes aim at a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard - ten brilliant beams of light shoot forth, terrorizing his surroundings with a prismatic onslaught that impacts against his armor.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
a Knight in plate armor riding a large, silver-scaled lizard fades out of the nightmare.
Korina says "Knights all gone."
Ash says "Keep in mind that you can call out to me for triage."
Feinting, Kah takes a quick jab at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) that will is parried by her rapier.
Ash charges toward corner.
Isaiah charges toward Selina.
Nikolai charges toward Selina.
Selina charges toward stall.
Nikolai points his hammer at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards her that strikes the stall she's taking cover behind.
Kah charges toward Selina.
Nikolai says "She is taking cover behind stall. Annoying."
Taking careful measure, Kah thrusts his spear at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) with a powerful strike that is parried by her rapier.
Nikolai says "Let me see if I can reach her."
Kah says "I am on her."
Isaiah charges toward Selina.
Wings appear on Nikolai's ankles
Nikolai moves protectively towards stall.
Kah seems almost as fast as Selina(argenti draco hybrida), moving and pursuing them across the battlefield like a blurred ancient warrior.
Ash says "Fucking out of range for me."
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
Kah charges toward Selina.
Ash charges toward hut.
Feinting, Kah takes a quick jab at Selina that will is parried by her rapier.
Nikolai makes a supernatural leap to Selina.
Isaiah(wolf) immediately shifts and moves after someone once those knights are down, quickly closing the distance between themselves and their Packmate. They move with an abnormal about of speed, watching the Jackal-headed male strike the beast even as she takes to the air, a Wolfish grin spreading across its maw, splitting it in an eerie fashion.
Stepping onto the air as if it were solid, Kah refuses to let someone escape them! He jabs out, knocking them from the air.
Nikolai points his hammer at Selina(argenti draco) and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards her that misses her.
Isaiah charges toward Selina.
As him hair gains a ghostly glow, Ash summons a will o' wisp Glow Cloud, it feeds on a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear and others. All Hail.
Korina says "Five mercenaries."
Selina(argenti draco) suddenly freezes in place.
Kah charges toward Selina.
Ash charges toward hut.
Taking careful measure, Kah thrusts his spear at Selina(argenti draco) with a powerful strike that is parried by her rapier.
Korina says "I am holding her still."
Nikolai says "Excellent. I will follow up with bola."
Nikolai moves protectively towards Kah.
Nikolai trips Selina(argenti draco).
Nikolai's hammer flicks speedily towards Selina(argenti draco) in an attempt to whittle down her defenses and completely misses her.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which misses him.
Isaiah charges toward Kah.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Isaiah(wolf) which misses him.
Kah says "When they grow weak, leave them to me."
As him hair gains a ghostly glow, Ash summons a will o' wisp Glow Cloud, it feeds on a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear and others. All Hail.
Ash charges toward hut.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which misses him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Selina leaps at Nikolai and starts rampaging against him and everyone nearby with claws, teeth, and tail. The assault
Feinting, Kah takes a quick jab at Selina that will is parried by her rapier.
Chasing after Kah and someone on foot - or half on foot, anyway, bounding across the field - Nikolai finally meets his opponent and swings his hammer low at her legs, sending her sprawling.
Chasing after Kah and Selina on foot - or half on foot, anyway, bounding across the field - Nikolai finally meets his opponent and swings his hammer low at her legs, sending her sprawling.
Gripping his hammer in both hands, Nikolai brings the massive weapon down upon Selina in a crushing blow that is parried by her rapier.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which misses him.
Isaiah charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Korina runs towards the objective.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which misses him.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
As him hair gains a ghostly glow, Ash summons a will o' wisp Glow Cloud, it feeds on a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear and others. All Hail.
The bronzed man continues to engage the shifter, eyes following their movements sharply with respect showing in those tundral blue orbs. Kah's spear continues to chase them, hot on their heels every moment.
Ash charges toward hut.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which sparks off the ground near his feet.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which sparks off the ground near his feet.
Ash says "I need these guys to fuck off... I'm not making it to the hut in time."
Selina swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Taking careful measure, Kah thrusts his spear at Selina with a powerful strike that ineffectually wounds her right arm.
Kah says "Leave them! Turn to the task at hand."
Nikolai's hammer flicks speedily towards Selina in an attempt to whittle down her defenses and completely misses her.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Ash, it ineffectually wounds his right shoulder.
Isaiah charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Ash says "Izzy, Help!"
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Isaiah(wolf) which misses him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which ineffectually wounds his right leg.
As him hair gains a ghostly glow, Ash summons a will o' wisp Glow Cloud, it feeds on a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear and others. All Hail.
Nikolai grapples with Selina(argenti draco hybrida).
Ash charges toward Isaiah.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which impacts against his armor.
Ash fades out of the nightmare.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fires off a shot at Ash which mildly wounds his left arm.
Selina(argenti draco hybrida) leaps at Nikolai and starts rampaging against him and everyone nearby with claws, teeth, and tail. The assault is dodged by him.
Feinting, Kah takes a quick jab at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) that will ineffectually wounds her right shoulder.
"I would prefer to see job finished," Nikolai grunts back to Kah. "No offense. I just do not like this one." He lets his hammer fall for a moment, reaching out to grab Selina(argenti draco hybrida) by the wing as she shifts.
Kah says "Trust me, yes? I want them."
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Isaiah charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Isaiah(wolf) launches a slashing rake attack at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear with his claws which is dodged by him.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep draws and quickly fires an arrow at Nikolai, it misses him.
Nikolai points his hammer at a loyalist of Fate's Keep and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards her that misses her.
Selina(argenti draco hybrida) leaps at Nikolai and starts rampaging against him and everyone nearby with claws, teeth, and tail. The assault is dodged by him.
Taking careful measure, Kah thrusts his spear at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) with a powerful strike that ineffectually wounds her stomach.
Letting out a little breath - but not yet releasing Selina(argenti draco hybrida) - Nikolai grunts, "Fine," and lifts his hammer in a free hand to send lances of firing due east, towards the loyalists.
Selina(argenti draco hybrida) lashes out, trying to do as much damage as she can before she gets taken out. Ineffectual as it may be.
"Come, shifter! Let us dance the dance" Kah calls out to Selina(argenti draco hybrida) tauntingly, his shield holding steady.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Kah charges toward Selina.
Isaiah charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings his weapon at Korina, it is parried by her set of graceful, wickedly-bladed claws.
Kah(wolf) leaps on Selina(argenti draco hybrida) and forces her to the ground.
Nikolai hurls a bola at Selina(argenti draco hybrida)'s legs.
Korina hisses out loud at a loyalist of Fate's Keep, cat-like.
With all of his might, Kah(wolf) snaps powerul, enormous jaws at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) with a bite that will ineffectually wounds her right shoulder.
Selina(argenti draco hybrida) launches a slashing rake attack at Kah(wolf) with her claws which is dodged by him.
Nikolai charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Isaiah(wolf) leaps at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Nikolai's hammer flicks speedily towards a loyalist of Fate's Keep in an attempt to whittle down her defenses and is parried by her.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear in deadly fashion. This is dodged by him.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
a Vulplope - a plush vulpine jackalope fades out of the nightmare.
Isaiah charges toward a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear.
Korina swings her weapon at a loyalist of Fate's Keep, it is parried by him.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings his weapon at Korina, it is parried by her set of graceful, wickedly-bladed claws.
With all of his might, Kah(wolf) snaps powerul, enormous jaws at Selina(argenti draco hybrida) with a bite that will ineffectually wounds her chest.
Selina(argenti draco hybrida) launches a slashing rake attack at Kah(wolf) with her claws which is dodged by him.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Gripping his hammer in both hands, Nikolai brings the massive weapon down upon a loyalist of Fate's Keep in a crushing blow that is parried by her.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear in deadly fashion. This strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Nikolai makes a supernatural leap to Korina.
Selina(aereus draco) suddenly freezes in place.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings his weapon at Korina, it is parried by her set of graceful, wickedly-bladed claws.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
With a snarl, Kah(wolf) rushes foward to bite at Selina(aereus draco) with a snap of the jaws that completely misses her.
Selina fades out of the nightmare.
Kah(wolf) fades out of the nightmare.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear in deadly fashion. This is dodged by him.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Nikolai says "Kah took Selina through dream."
Nikolai says "No wonder he was so insistent."
Nikolai moves protectively towards Korina.
Korina swings her weapon at a loyalist of Fate's Keep, it is parried by him.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Nikolai points his hammer at a loyalist of Fate's Keep and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards her that strikes the stall she's taking cover behind.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear in deadly fashion. This is dodged by him.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
Nikolai moves protectively towards Korina.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep draws and quickly fires an arrow at Nikolai, it sparks off the ground near his feet.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
A Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear launches a stab at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear in deadly fashion. This is dodged by him.
a Golden Shadow mercenary in sleek tactical gear fades out of the nightmare.
Isaiah charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
Nikolai charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Isaiah charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Nikolai's hammer flicks speedily towards a loyalist of Fate's Keep in an attempt to whittle down her defenses and is parried by her.
Isaiah charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Gripping his hammer in both hands, Nikolai brings the massive weapon down upon a loyalist of Fate's Keep in a crushing blow that is parried by her.
a loyalist of Fate's Keep fades out of the nightmare.
Isaiah runs towards the objective.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Isaiah charges toward stall.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Nikolai moves protectively towards Korina.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Nikolai moves protectively towards Korina.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
A loyalist of Fate's Keep draws and quickly fires an arrow at Nikolai, it misses him.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep draws and quickly fires an arrow at Nikolai, it misses him.
Korina says "More of them."
Isaiah charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
Nikolai points his hammer at a loyalist of Fate's Keep and focuses for a moment before a gout of flame leaps from his weapon towards her that misses her.
Korina continues destabilizing the Knights' hold over Fate's Keep (or strengthening it).
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Isaiah(wolf), it is dodged by him.
A loyalist of Fate's Keep swings her weapon at Nikolai, it is parried by his oversized steel hammer.
Seeing an opportunity to draw blood, Isaiah(wolf) lunges forward, releasing the pent-up energy of his muscles to gnash his teeth at a loyalist of Fate's Keep in deadly fashion. This is dodged by her.
Isaiah charges toward a loyalist of Fate's Keep.
The Corrupt Alliance has proved victorious.