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The Sapphire Martyrss Operation In Rhagost 241223
In the mystical forest of Rhagost, a ferocious and strategic battle unfolds beneath the canvas of the night sky, illuminated faintly by the last quarter moon. Among the chaos, Luciano vents his frustration at being isolated, while Novel and Harriet, with determined focus, set their sights on controlling the ancient gates—portals of immense power that could alter the balance between realms. Harriet's sharpshooting and Novel's cunning swordplay carve a path through the Sapphire Martyrs, a group of soldiers determined to thwart their efforts. As Luciano falls and Lenny resorts to desperate measures, failing to make a significant impact, Harriet and Novel persevere, displaying outstanding teamwork and resilience against the relentless wave of enemies.
The tide of the battle shifts decisively in favor of Harriet and Novel as they cleverly navigate the intricacies of the gate mechanisms, despite the ongoing threats. Novel's nonchalant attitude towards the chaos, paired with Harriet's tactical precision, ultimately leads to their gaining control over the critical locations. Their synergy in combat, coupled with their ability to quickly adapt and strategize, becomes evident as they fend off Sapphire Martyr soldiers and decipher the ancient locks of the gates. In the end, their relentless pursuit of the objective, amidst a flurry of bullets, blades, and arcane obstacles, culminates in a victorious moment for the Balanced Alliance. With the gates under their control, Harriet and Novel stand triumphant, their victory not only a testament to their individual prowess but also to their unyielding spirit and the power of unity in the face of daunting adversities.
At Sun Dec 22 2024, in a forest near Rhagost
Mission: Get to one of the three designated sites and continue gaining control over the gates until the process is complete.
In this perilous operation, the armies navigate through the dense, mystical forests of Rhagost to secure control over the gateways that connect the Earth realm with the Godly houses. With intention to tighten their grip on these intricate portals of power, their main mission is to dominate the narrative in this divine land. The mission consists of subduing the guardians of the gates, unraveling the ancient secrets of their mechanisms, and manipulating them to fulfill their dark objectives. Success in this crucial operation will undoubtedly tilt the balance of power in this realm that could influence the fates of the other worlds.
The Lush Fields of Rhagost
It is night, about 60F(15C) degrees, and there are a few grey clouds in the sky. There is a last quarter moon.
Luciano says "Aaaand I'm the only one again"
Luciano charges toward depression.
Lenny charges toward brush.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Luciano charges toward depression.
Lenny charges toward log.
Novel says "Sapling, then?"
Novel charges toward sapling.
Harriet charges toward sapling.
Harriet nods to Novel, heading along and heading for the sapling.
Lenny charges toward log.
Novel glances over to Harriet, then back over to the depression with a thoughtful 'hm' expression'.
Harriet charges toward sapling.
Luciano lifts his head up, looking around and dropping his head... "Why am I -ALWAYS ALONE-. IN THE MIDDLE. OF EVERYONE." He groaned in frustration.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Luciano, and
Lenny charges toward log.
Harriet trains her rifle upon Lenny.
Luciano fires off a shot at Novel which misses him.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Lenny, and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel charges toward Luciano.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at Luciano, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, strikes the depression he's taking cover behind.
Luciano fires off a shot at Novel which misses him.
Novel charges toward depression.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Luciano, it is parried by his black m48 warhammer.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Luciano, it is parried by his black m48 warhammer.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Lenny, and misses him.
Lenny fires off a shot at sapling which damages it.
Lenny charges toward log.
Luciano swings his weapon at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it is parried by her.
Novel charges toward depression.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Luciano, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
Luciano fades out of the nightmare.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Luciano, it mildly wounds his right leg.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, is parried by her.
Harriet shoots Lenny with a tranq dart.
Lenny fires off a shot at Harriet which misses her.
Lenny charges toward log.
Lenny tries to make his way to cover that is painfully close to the leggy woman's cover. Forcing him to get into a lot of trouble, "Damn it"
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Lenny, and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, deflects off her armor.
Lenny fires off a shot at Harriet which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Lenny, and misses him.
Lenny charges toward log.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, deflects off her armor.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Lenny fires off a shot at Harriet which misses her.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, is parried by her.
Lenny fires off a shot at Harriet which misses her.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at log with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, is parried by her.
Novel remarks in aside to Harriet as she shows up, "Hey. You doing okay?" As he hacks his way mercilessly through another Martyr with open, violent glee.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, deflects off her armor.
Harriet runs along and then gets to the depression, dropping in and swinging at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear alongside Novel. "I could use a bandage here shortly. You?"
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and deflects off her armor.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel shrugs back at Harriet, "Doing just fine, honestly, pretty used to this shit - yeah? Alright. Lemme just..."
Harriet replies appreciateively, "Thank you," to Novel.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at log with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at log, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, damages it.
Lenny hangs out at the log for now, biding his time with his pistol in hand. Unable to hit back at the enemy cover because of the short range of the weapon
Harriet looks as good as new currently.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at log with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at log, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Novel casually starts unloading bolts directly into Lenny's cover, chunking away at it with bolts from a distance. He sort of remarks in conversational aside, "No fucking clue why that guy was shooting at ME earlier, I was gonna help him with the Martyrs. Nobody likes those guys."
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at log with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Lenny, it is parried by his a rusty machete used as a sword.
Lenny swings his weapon at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it is parried by her.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at log, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, damages it.
Harriet listens to Novel as she peers through her scope, taking aim and firing. "Oh, that robotic sounding guy? I ran into him yesterday and he surrendered in an operation. It was the strangest thing I'd ever encountered out here."
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at log with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Lenny, it is parried by his a rusty machete used as a sword.
Lenny swings his weapon at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it is parried by her.
"That's wild. I mean, you're not going to fucking DIE at here. May as well enjoy yourself and fight until someone saws you in half, right? Also, chainsaws are really shit weapons," Novel adds as sort of an afterthought to Harriet.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at log, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Harriet looks through the scope of her rifle with clear intent before firing a long, heavy bullet at log and damages it.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Lenny, it is parried by his a rusty machete used as a sword.
Lenny swings his weapon at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it deflects off her armor.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet glances over at Novel. "Are you purposefully bringing a chainsaw? I know Victoria kept arriving with a random one she did not seem to own."
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at log, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, damages it.
log fades out of the nightmare.
"No, I was helping people cut down shit and I arrived with it. I was as confused as you were," Novel openly admits to Harriet with a helpless little shrug. "I got attached to it. Running around chainsawing things is fun."
Lenny charges toward sapling.
Novel runs towards the objective.
Harriet releases a helpless laugh in response to what Novel says, and she nods in understanding. "Chainsaws are something. On New Years Day, there was an attampted chainsaw massacre. It was quite a welcome into two thousand and twenty four."
Lenny charges toward sapling.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Lenny, and
Harriet charges toward Lenny.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at sapling with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
Lenny fires off a shot at Novel which misses him.
Novel charges toward sapling.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at sapling, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Lenny shoots Novel with a tranq dart.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at sapling with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
Lenny fires off a shot at Novel which misses him.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at sapling, and damages it.
"Come at me me bruh." Lenny tells Novel with a grin as he pops him with a tranq then a pistol shot whisses by
Novel charges toward sapling.
Lenny swings his weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards Lenny, is parried by his a rusty machete used as a sword.
Lenny disarms Novel.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at sapling, and damages it.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Lenny swings his weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Lenny suddenly lunges to one side, twisting around, and trying to get a better grip on Novel, strains his right knee.
Harriet charges toward Lenny.
Harriet shoots Lenny with a taser.
"Ah bitch." Lenny gargles out when hes tazed
Harriet nods to Lenny in full agreement as she performs that act.
Harriet locks her gaze onto Lenny before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and deflects off his shield.
Lenny fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet gives a nod to Novel now.
Harriet watches as a soldier marches towards them.
Novel remarks to Harriet offhand, "Probably should have rushed him instantly as soon as we were done putting ourself together, but - fucking water."
Novel says "Whatever, ahem."
Harriet listens and nods, glancing about to ensure there is not an onslaught incoming.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, and misses him.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it misses him.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, misses him.
Novel runs towards the objective.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Harriet looks through the scope of her rifle with clear intent before firing a long, heavy bullet at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, is parried by him.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel runs towards the objective.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at sapling, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel fishes a pipe out of his pocket, sticking it between his lips and loading it up with a sweet-smelling plant before lighting up as he just... smokes.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet does her best to figure out the objective after she and Novel have subdued the gate guardians. Deciphering the secrets of the gate mechanisms is not an easy task, and she's studying them carefully while the fellow takes a smoking break.
Novel remarks to Harriet, "Did you try turning it off and on again?"
Harriet snickers over Novel's suggestion. "I will. Show me where the switch is."
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet narrow her hazel eyes as she trails fingers across the locks, turning one very carefully and assessing what happens after. Nothing explodes, at least.
Novel cranes his head to look at the runes and gears and switches and arcane devices. He wanders around, looking up and down the gate for a moment. "UHhhhh... That one." He points at something at random.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet seems to agree that what Novel points at is the most obvious... since it is being pointed at, so she nods and turns it gently until a satisfying *click* is produced.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
"Good eye," Harriet praises Novel.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet nods to the south and the incoming soldier.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel sighs in relief as someone shows up. "Fucking FINALLY." He remarks to himself, tucking the pipe away.
Novel charges toward a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, misses him.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it misses him.
Harriet continues to fiddle with the mechanisms, pursing her lips as she focuses while Novel gets back to killing.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it misses him.
Novel charges toward a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, is parried by him.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, strikes his armor with bruising force.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and is parried by him.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel runs towards the objective.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear as its platinum surface gleams and is parried by him.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, misses him.
Novel runs towards the objective.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and is parried by him.
Novel runs towards the objective.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet asks Novel, "How are you holding up?" as she sets her warhammer back down to assess the pesky mechanisms once again.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at sapling, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel shoots at the sapling in the distance idly, putting a bolt into the wood then glancing over Harriet. He shrugs. "Fine?" He remarks.
Harriet fiddles with a lever, but nothing happens. So, she pulls on it harder, but there are no good results. She goes back to turning a dial and nods at Novel.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet murmurs under her breath as she turns another gear.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
The Balanced Alliance has proved victorious.
The tide of the battle shifts decisively in favor of Harriet and Novel as they cleverly navigate the intricacies of the gate mechanisms, despite the ongoing threats. Novel's nonchalant attitude towards the chaos, paired with Harriet's tactical precision, ultimately leads to their gaining control over the critical locations. Their synergy in combat, coupled with their ability to quickly adapt and strategize, becomes evident as they fend off Sapphire Martyr soldiers and decipher the ancient locks of the gates. In the end, their relentless pursuit of the objective, amidst a flurry of bullets, blades, and arcane obstacles, culminates in a victorious moment for the Balanced Alliance. With the gates under their control, Harriet and Novel stand triumphant, their victory not only a testament to their individual prowess but also to their unyielding spirit and the power of unity in the face of daunting adversities.
At Sun Dec 22 2024, in a forest near Rhagost
Mission: Get to one of the three designated sites and continue gaining control over the gates until the process is complete.
In this perilous operation, the armies navigate through the dense, mystical forests of Rhagost to secure control over the gateways that connect the Earth realm with the Godly houses. With intention to tighten their grip on these intricate portals of power, their main mission is to dominate the narrative in this divine land. The mission consists of subduing the guardians of the gates, unraveling the ancient secrets of their mechanisms, and manipulating them to fulfill their dark objectives. Success in this crucial operation will undoubtedly tilt the balance of power in this realm that could influence the fates of the other worlds.
The Lush Fields of Rhagost
It is night, about 60F(15C) degrees, and there are a few grey clouds in the sky. There is a last quarter moon.
Luciano says "Aaaand I'm the only one again"
Luciano charges toward depression.
Lenny charges toward brush.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Luciano charges toward depression.
Lenny charges toward log.
Novel says "Sapling, then?"
Novel charges toward sapling.
Harriet charges toward sapling.
Harriet nods to Novel, heading along and heading for the sapling.
Lenny charges toward log.
Novel glances over to Harriet, then back over to the depression with a thoughtful 'hm' expression'.
Harriet charges toward sapling.
Luciano lifts his head up, looking around and dropping his head... "Why am I -ALWAYS ALONE-. IN THE MIDDLE. OF EVERYONE." He groaned in frustration.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Luciano, and
Lenny charges toward log.
Harriet trains her rifle upon Lenny.
Luciano fires off a shot at Novel which misses him.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Lenny, and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel charges toward Luciano.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at Luciano, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, strikes the depression he's taking cover behind.
Luciano fires off a shot at Novel which misses him.
Novel charges toward depression.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Luciano, it is parried by his black m48 warhammer.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Luciano, it is parried by his black m48 warhammer.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Lenny, and misses him.
Lenny fires off a shot at sapling which damages it.
Lenny charges toward log.
Luciano swings his weapon at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it is parried by her.
Novel charges toward depression.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Luciano, it strikes his armor with bruising force.
Luciano fades out of the nightmare.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Luciano, it mildly wounds his right leg.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, is parried by her.
Harriet shoots Lenny with a tranq dart.
Lenny fires off a shot at Harriet which misses her.
Lenny charges toward log.
Lenny tries to make his way to cover that is painfully close to the leggy woman's cover. Forcing him to get into a lot of trouble, "Damn it"
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Lenny, and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, deflects off her armor.
Lenny fires off a shot at Harriet which sends up a spray of soil near her feet.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Lenny, and misses him.
Lenny charges toward log.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, deflects off her armor.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Lenny fires off a shot at Harriet which misses her.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, is parried by her.
Lenny fires off a shot at Harriet which misses her.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at log with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, is parried by her.
Novel remarks in aside to Harriet as she shows up, "Hey. You doing okay?" As he hacks his way mercilessly through another Martyr with open, violent glee.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, deflects off her armor.
Harriet runs along and then gets to the depression, dropping in and swinging at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear alongside Novel. "I could use a bandage here shortly. You?"
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and deflects off her armor.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel shrugs back at Harriet, "Doing just fine, honestly, pretty used to this shit - yeah? Alright. Lemme just..."
Harriet replies appreciateively, "Thank you," to Novel.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at log with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at log, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, damages it.
Lenny hangs out at the log for now, biding his time with his pistol in hand. Unable to hit back at the enemy cover because of the short range of the weapon
Harriet looks as good as new currently.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at log with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at log, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Novel casually starts unloading bolts directly into Lenny's cover, chunking away at it with bolts from a distance. He sort of remarks in conversational aside, "No fucking clue why that guy was shooting at ME earlier, I was gonna help him with the Martyrs. Nobody likes those guys."
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at log with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Lenny, it is parried by his a rusty machete used as a sword.
Lenny swings his weapon at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it is parried by her.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at log, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, damages it.
Harriet listens to Novel as she peers through her scope, taking aim and firing. "Oh, that robotic sounding guy? I ran into him yesterday and he surrendered in an operation. It was the strangest thing I'd ever encountered out here."
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at log with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Lenny, it is parried by his a rusty machete used as a sword.
Lenny swings his weapon at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it is parried by her.
"That's wild. I mean, you're not going to fucking DIE at here. May as well enjoy yourself and fight until someone saws you in half, right? Also, chainsaws are really shit weapons," Novel adds as sort of an afterthought to Harriet.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at log, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Harriet looks through the scope of her rifle with clear intent before firing a long, heavy bullet at log and damages it.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings her weapon at Lenny, it is parried by his a rusty machete used as a sword.
Lenny swings his weapon at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, it deflects off her armor.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet glances over at Novel. "Are you purposefully bringing a chainsaw? I know Victoria kept arriving with a random one she did not seem to own."
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at log, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, damages it.
log fades out of the nightmare.
"No, I was helping people cut down shit and I arrived with it. I was as confused as you were," Novel openly admits to Harriet with a helpless little shrug. "I got attached to it. Running around chainsawing things is fun."
Lenny charges toward sapling.
Novel runs towards the objective.
Harriet releases a helpless laugh in response to what Novel says, and she nods in understanding. "Chainsaws are something. On New Years Day, there was an attampted chainsaw massacre. It was quite a welcome into two thousand and twenty four."
Lenny charges toward sapling.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at Lenny, and
Harriet charges toward Lenny.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at sapling with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
Lenny fires off a shot at Novel which misses him.
Novel charges toward sapling.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at sapling, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Lenny shoots Novel with a tranq dart.
Harriet steadies herself, rifle nestled against her shoulder, and then rings out one shot after the next at sapling with their echoing cracks splitting the air and damages it.
Lenny fires off a shot at Novel which misses him.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at sapling, and damages it.
"Come at me me bruh." Lenny tells Novel with a grin as he pops him with a tranq then a pistol shot whisses by
Novel charges toward sapling.
Lenny swings his weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards Lenny, is parried by his a rusty machete used as a sword.
Lenny disarms Novel.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at sapling, and damages it.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Lenny swings his weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Lenny suddenly lunges to one side, twisting around, and trying to get a better grip on Novel, strains his right knee.
Harriet charges toward Lenny.
Harriet shoots Lenny with a taser.
"Ah bitch." Lenny gargles out when hes tazed
Harriet nods to Lenny in full agreement as she performs that act.
Harriet locks her gaze onto Lenny before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and deflects off his shield.
Lenny fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet gives a nod to Novel now.
Harriet watches as a soldier marches towards them.
Novel remarks to Harriet offhand, "Probably should have rushed him instantly as soon as we were done putting ourself together, but - fucking water."
Novel says "Whatever, ahem."
Harriet listens and nods, glancing about to ensure there is not an onslaught incoming.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, and misses him.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it misses him.
Harriet takes aim with her rifle, firing off a long, heavy bullet at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, misses him.
Novel runs towards the objective.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Harriet looks through the scope of her rifle with clear intent before firing a long, heavy bullet at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear and sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, is parried by him.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel runs towards the objective.
Harriet charges toward Novel.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at sapling, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel fishes a pipe out of his pocket, sticking it between his lips and loading it up with a sweet-smelling plant before lighting up as he just... smokes.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet does her best to figure out the objective after she and Novel have subdued the gate guardians. Deciphering the secrets of the gate mechanisms is not an easy task, and she's studying them carefully while the fellow takes a smoking break.
Novel remarks to Harriet, "Did you try turning it off and on again?"
Harriet snickers over Novel's suggestion. "I will. Show me where the switch is."
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet narrow her hazel eyes as she trails fingers across the locks, turning one very carefully and assessing what happens after. Nothing explodes, at least.
Novel cranes his head to look at the runes and gears and switches and arcane devices. He wanders around, looking up and down the gate for a moment. "UHhhhh... That one." He points at something at random.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet seems to agree that what Novel points at is the most obvious... since it is being pointed at, so she nods and turns it gently until a satisfying *click* is produced.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
"Good eye," Harriet praises Novel.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet nods to the south and the incoming soldier.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel sighs in relief as someone shows up. "Fucking FINALLY." He remarks to himself, tucking the pipe away.
Novel charges toward a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear.
Novel abruptly snaps a shot at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, using his free hand to help brace the firing of the bolt, misses him.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it misses him.
Harriet continues to fiddle with the mechanisms, pursing her lips as she focuses while Novel gets back to killing.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, sends up a spray of soil near his feet.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Novel, it misses him.
Novel charges toward a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, is parried by him.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear draws and quickly fires an arrow at Harriet, it misses her.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Novel sweeps his blade in front of him in a flurry at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, a feint, creating space as he moves to a better position, strikes his armor with bruising force.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Novel, it is parried by his blackened, curved blade of fused and polished scrap.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and is parried by him.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Novel runs towards the objective.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Harriet lifts her heavy warhammer effortlessly, fluidly swinging it in a wide arc at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear as its platinum surface gleams and is parried by him.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, misses him.
Novel runs towards the objective.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Harriet locks her gaze onto a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear before she channels all her strength and determination into one decisive motion with her warhammer and is parried by him.
Novel runs towards the objective.
A Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear swings his weapon at Harriet, it is parried by her elegant platinum 150lbs Warhammer.
Novel opts to grasp his blade in both hands and draws back before shoving forwards with an abrupt, brutal thrust towards a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear, strikes his armor with bruising force.
a Sapphire Martyr soldier in urban combat gear fades out of the nightmare.
Harriet asks Novel, "How are you holding up?" as she sets her warhammer back down to assess the pesky mechanisms once again.
Novel notches back his crossbows with his pommel, and quickly fires a shot at sapling, opting to jockey into a different position and readjust his grips, damages it.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Novel shoots at the sapling in the distance idly, putting a bolt into the wood then glancing over Harriet. He shrugs. "Fine?" He remarks.
Harriet fiddles with a lever, but nothing happens. So, she pulls on it harder, but there are no good results. She goes back to turning a dial and nods at Novel.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
Harriet murmurs under her breath as she turns another gear.
Harriet continues gaining control over the gates.
The Balanced Alliance has proved victorious.