Location:
Jacco’s Village Hideout on Easter Island
The battle between the Guardians, the Tarot
Masters, and the Natural Forces ended. With the Natural Forces changing sides
the Guardians won the fight and Jacco fled into the room below his hut.
Adamas scanned
the battleground smiling, slightly. His
last battle with Super Nova had been playing cat and mouse in the brain coral
trying to keep the villain away from the team... this just felt, right.
Coriolis landed in the hut looking through the
hole in the floor. She could not see Jacco. “Thunderhead, what happened to
Obituary? Is he still a threat?” Coriolis waited for a response.
Quarry joined Coriolis. He looked into the sky.
“Is that really Clark Powers, the famous missing archeologist and superhero?”
Donnah smiled and chuckled, “Yes, Frank, it is
your childhood hero. He has indeed returned”
Conflagration landed next to Quarry. “Wow, I did
my Doctoral Thesis on his Peru expedition”
Quarry nodded “Yeah, mine was on his China
discoveries”
Both men stared in awe at the archeologist
extraordinaire.
Thunderhead
heard the elementals talking about his life like it was ancient history. He
didn't let on.
The gentle giant
put Xing out of his mind and answered his teammates' questions. He didn't use
the amulet this time, so that the elementals would hear him... as well as
Mother Superior. "Jacco is still alive, so remain on your guard. Below, I encountered Jacco's master, Supay,
the Incan god of death. I believe I
injured Supay, perhaps fatally, if such a thing is even possible. I couldn't
check because I was called back to the surface.
"Jacco had
been the puppet of Supay for nearly a century. I don't know what havoc Supay's
death, and the loss of the Soul Scythe, will do to Jacco's already unstable
mind."
That last part
was a lie. Thunderhead knew exactly what
it would do.
Adamas slowly
lowered himself beside Donnah, laying his hand on her shoulder; he reached for
the invisible amulet around his neck, bringing it over his head. "If you are feeling more yourself, I
think someone would like to hear from you," he handed the amulet to
her.
Donnah thanked
Adamas with a breezy kiss on the check. "Grandfather, I am okay ..."
She thought through the amulet then focused so only Dr Avery could hear her
thoughts. Adamas saw pockets of air flow from her eyes in the shape of tears
but instead of falling from her checks to the ground, they flowed up into the
sky.
Chris patted
Starbolt on the back as Black Orchid's darkness dissipated. "Thanks, Sister
Indigo was a pain, literally."
Chris said, "Black Orchid, please keep a
good eye on that scythe. I think you're our best bet as its wielder."
"Nice
teamwork everyone” The Guardians team leader said.
It was softly
snowing on Easter Island.
Jack idly lay
atop a cloud with his hands behind his head. “How can it be that no two are
alike?” he mused as he happily watched the mortals beneath him, humming with
energy and power. How much progress they’ve made in the time he'd been away. So
much speed and light and noise. What use could these dazzling, modern mortals
have for dusty, ancient folk such as he?
Then his bright
blue eyes looked closer and realized he was watching a gold armored knight
(CX), a giant (Thunderhead), a winged angel (Red Hawk), a goddess of the night
(Black Orchid), a herculean hero (Adamas), and a sun god (Starbolt), who had
just battled wizards, demons and elementals.
Jack smiled.
Perhaps this modern, speeding world was still connected to the old ways after
all.
Mother superior
spun in the air as CX spoke to the others via the amulet, "Looks Like we've
got this part wrapped up. Oh, she’s
still awake in there and I imagine quite perturbed. What's out next move?"
The veteran of
the Great War then crouched down his Giant body to interrogate their prisoner,
Mother Superior, in a voice like low thunder. "What did Sister Indigo mean
when she said the Soul Scythe must be destroyed?"
Mother Superior
replied, "The Soul-Scythe captures the soul of its victim. As Hierophant
she believes it was a sacrilegious device. The soul belongs to its god and it should
stand in judgment before receiving its reward or punishment. It should not
become stranded as part of a tool wielded by mortals.
Thunderhead said
"What else is in the tunnels beneath us?” Mother Superior replied, “It is
a tomb, not a tunnel but I don't know whose."
Thunderhead
replied "Where is the Domain Gate? The captive Tarot Master replied “Somewhere
within the tomb but I don't know where. Only Jacco and Lord Noman have ever
entered the tomb."
"When the
Domain learns of your failure, what will they do next?”
Thunderhead
heard a change in Mother Superior’s voice. He now understood why she was
Judgment of the Tarot Masters, “You fool, you have done nothing. Our job was to
protect the Gate. We haven't failed. Jacco is between you and the Gate and you
don't even know where it is. Soon their bridge to this Dimension will be
complete and their invasion force will storm your world."
CX waited until
the team is done questioning her.
"Are we
done with her? If so, I'm going to knock
her out." Thunderhead nodded that he was and none of the other Guardians
had any questions.
Once she was
out, CX used some of the steel ball bearing in his pack to create solid wrist
and ankle cuffs for all of the baddies.
He waited for further instructions.
"If we have
a wounded demon down there, perhaps we should go put it under wraps before it
has a chance to regenerate, heal, grow or whatever a demon does to get
healthy." CX said.
Starbolt
continued to look around to ensure that all protagonists are down and secured
by CX, when he heard CX comment on the demon possibility responded. "Not
that I don't agree with you CX, but isn't the safe return of the scythe, our
first priority? I'm willing to go along with you, but The Doc did say that this
was the primary mission."
Glancing towards
Red Hawk he said. "So Dude, should we contact the good Doctor and get his
thoughts on the matter?"
Red Hawk said “I think taking time to consult Dr.
Arcane is a fine idea. Quite a few of us took some good shots. I don't know
about everybody else but I could use a few minutes to at least catch my
breath."
Red Hawk said “How is
everyone feeling? My regenerative systems should have me close to fully
repaired soon. Thunder you took some good hits yourself. Are you going to be
good to continue?”
Thunderhead
indicated he could.
CX piped up,
"Is it wise to carry the scythe into Certaflag's backyard? I know we have to go, but does the
scythe. If it was that important to his
plans I would think taking it to him would be a very bad idea. I'm just saying... Perhaps we can get the Doc to meet us and
carry the scythe to a safe place away from Crackafrog's reach?"
Thunderhead
said, "We need to get the Scythe off Easter Island immediately, or risk it
falling back into Jacco's hands."
Dr. Avery
responded "I have no idea whether his plans depend on it or not. I know it
is a powerful magic artifact that benefits whoever has it. If you want to bring
it to me without giving Jacco the chance to escape then give it to War Wagon.
He can fly it to me while the Guardians take other actions."
Jack felt an evil
vibe from the Soul Scythe. It desired to consume souls. He felt its hunger. He
said "That accursed artifact will only harm us in the end."
Having felt the
protections offered by the Scythe and replaying the files DarkStar had made
available to him before Chris and the team left for Easter Island.
"Actually I think it's time the Guardians think about using the artifacts
in this quest. If we are going to take on a being capable of defeating the
Super Forces and almost all of Earth's heroes on their own home turf we're
going to need every edge we can get. You
all saw the fear the Tarot Masters exhibited at us potentially wielding the
Scythe for our benefit. I don't mean to judge after the fact but I think
DarkStar and the other original Guardians might have missed an opportunity when
they let Pietor make off with the amulet and cloak. I don't think the enemy was
after these items to use against us, I think these are items the enemy fears
are going to be used against him."
Adamas said, "I
agree, a weapon like this could turn the tide in the coming battle. I do not think we should leave it
behind."
The Black Orchid
felt The Soul-Scythe trying to entice her to strike the others. It wanted to
consume their souls.
"There will
be no soul-sucking while I'm holding the scythe" The Black Orchid listened
to the conversations
Red Hawk said
"Black Orchid, I understand if you have reluctance to carry the Scythe
into the coming battle. I will take the task of that is the case. I was the
first to grasp it and being what I am, I don't believe I have a soul for the
weapon to steal.”
Black Orchid felt
confident in her ability to keep control of it. "I'm not afraid of holding
the Scythe; I just might not be strong enough to fend off someone if they
wanted to take it from me."
Red Hawk said, “I don't
want any of us heading into a potential ambush if they aren't up to it. From
the sounds of it we can't take forever but prudence and a bit of planning can't
hurt. We have a long drive before we get to the end zone."
Reviewing each
of his teammates, and eyeing the scythe, Adamas turned to Red Hawk. "We have gained allies today, but we
have allies that are awaiting us in the Domain.
I think we need to find that Gateway and fast."
Thunderhead offered to sketch out what he saw
below. He looked at the typewriter attached to the miniature movie screen. He instead
sketched out a rough map in the dirt of the chamber where he encountered Jacco
and Supay
Red Hawk said
"Once we've caught our breath I want to make sure Adamas checks ahead of
us with his Ethereal vision. Black Orchid should stay between Centurion X and
Thunderhead unless we need a covert entry into a room. Adamas and I will take
the lead otherwise. Starbolt and Jack keep your heads on a swivel for an ambush
from behind"
"Donnah,
I’m glad to see you and the other Elementals have broken Cr’tegorf and his
minions influence. If we are going to chase Jacco down his rabbit whole were
going to need someone to keep an eye on our back until the Tarot Masters are
secured properly."
Donnah replied,
“The Natural Forces will be glad to remain here. We can help War Wagon load the
Tarot Masters up so they can be taken to F.I.S.H. We will gladly watch your
rears.” There was a bit of a devilish smile on her lips when she said the last
sentence.
Red Hawk said to the rest of the Guardians. "If
we are going to do this let's have a plan, at least a marching order that makes
sense if we are going underground. Black Orchid's our obvious master of
stealth. I suggest Adamas use his ethereal vision to scout each passage or room
before we enter. If it's locked I'll enter by vibrating through using my
heightened senses to detect for danger, if it's open Orchid takes lead with the
rest following on our heels
Starbolt Said
"No problem Red Hawk, I agree about a solid plan being essential. I would
have no problem flying rear guard and protecting our six, if that is ok with
all of you."
Thunderhead shrunk down to his 6 foot height.
He could not enter the tomb in his taller state.
Thunderhead tried to wait as patiently as he
could for it took 30 minutes for most of the Guardians to catch their breath.
With the team ready, Adamas lead them into
the unknown tomb below.
{GM
Note: The rest of the issue will be sent separately for each character. There
is a Fog of War effect in the Tomb}
<Replies
and Actions due November 22nd >
Battle Conditions:
Adamas Hit Points: 41 Power
Points: 78 Invulnerability: 24
Black
Orchid Hit Points: 30 Power Points:
87 Willpower Defense active and invisible
Centurion
X Hit
Points: 138 Power Points: 99 Magnetic
Defense active
Jack
Frost Hit Points: 24 Power Points:
72 Ice
Defense active, Controlling Weather - Snowfall
Red
Hawk Hit Points: 70 Power
Points: 43 Invulnerability: 10; Vibration Defense active;
Starbolt Hit
Points: 34 Power Points: 75 Creation
Points: 45, Used: 0
Thunderhead Hit Points: 28 Power
Points: 83 Height: 6ft, Invulnerability 20
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Adamas scanned
the battleground smiling, slightly. His
last battle with Super Nova had been playing cat and mouse in the brain coral
trying to keep the villain away from the team... this just felt, right.
He slowly
lowered himself beside Donnah, laying his hand on her shoulder; he reached for
the invisible amulet around his neck, bringing it over his head. "If you are feeling more yourself, I
think someone would like to hear from you," he handed the amulet to
her.
Reviewing each
of his team mates, and eyeing the scythe, Adamas turned to Red Hawk. "We have gained allies today, but we
have allies that are awaiting us in the Domain.
I think we need to find that Gateway and fast."
Jon
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Thunderhead:
Thunderhead
heard the elementals talking about his life like it was ancient history. He
didn't let on.
The gentle giant
put Xing out of his mind and answered his teammates' questions. He didn't use
the amulet this time, so that the elementals would hear him... as well as
Mother Superior. "Jacco is still alive, so remain on your guard. Below, I encountered Jacco's master, Supay,
the Incan god of death. I believe I
injured Supay, perhaps fatally, if such a thing is even possible. I couldn't
check because I was called back to the surface.
"Jacco had
been the puppet of Supay for nearly a century. I don't know what havoc Supay's
death, and the loss of the Soul Scythe, will do to Jacco's already unstable
mind."
That last part
was a lie. Thunderhead knew exactly what
it would do.
The veteran of
the Great War then crouched down to interrogate their prisoner, Mother
Superior, in a voice like low thunder. "What did Sister Indigo mean when
she said the Soul Scythe must be destroyed? What else is in the tunnels beneath
us? Where is the Domain Gate? When the Domain learns of your failure, what will
they do next?"
OOC: Her answers
will guide Thunderhead's actions.
Thanks, Tom.
Best,
Jeff
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Donnah thanked
Adamas with a breezy kiss on the check. "Grandfather, I am okay ..."
She thought through the amulet then focused so only Dr Avery could hear her
thoughts. Adamas saw pockets of air flow from her eyes in the shape of tears
but instead of falling from her checks to the ground, they flowed up into the
sky.
Best
Tom
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The veteran of
the Great War then crouched down to interrogate their prisoner, Mother
Superior, in a voice like low thunder. "What did Sister Indigo mean when
she said the Soul Scythe must be destroyed?"
Mother Superior
replied, "The Soul-Scythe captures the soul of its victim. As Hierophant
she believes it was a sacrilegious device. The soul belongs to its god as
should stand before judgment before receiving its reward or punishment. It
should not become stranded as part of a tool wielded by mortals.
"What else
is in the tunnels beneath us? It is a tomb, not a tunnel but I don't know
whose."
"Where is
the Domain Gate? Somewhere within the tomb but I don't know where. Only Jacco
and Lord Noman have ever entered the tomb."
"When the
Domain learns of your failure, what will they do next? It isn't waiting on us.
Our job was to protect the Gate. We haven't failed. Jacco is between you and
the Gate and you don't even know where it is. Soon their bridge to this
Dimension will be complete and their invasion force storm your world."
Best
Tom
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Very nice! I like it a lot!
IC: Mother superior spins in the air as CX speaks
to the others via the amulet, "Looks Like we've got this part wrapped
up. Oh, she’s still awake in there and I
imagine quite perturbed. What's out next
move?"
CX will try to
knock Mother superior out with constriction.
He doesn't want to do any permanent harm but wants her unconscious so
she's not a threat. If he cannot knock
her out quickly in this manner, he'll just hold her and wait for orders. he will resist any attempts she makes to
break free, though.
Dave
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OOC: Deadline is
here!
Thunderhead
would go below with the team, in search of Jacco and the gate. If he can remain
giant sized, he would. Otherwise, he'll go human-sized. If we can go in with evasions active, I'd
recommend it. If he hasn't killed
himself, Jacco is as dangerous as a cornered rat right now. As they search, Thunderhead will save his
action, for use in defending his teammates from Jacco. If Thunderhead can use any meta-senses to
detect Jacco (micro variations in the air?) he will.
Jack Frost will
follow the team below as well, (ice defense active, evading if possible) ready
to help flush out the last evil, miserable sorcerer (Jacco).
Best,
Jeff
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The Black Orchid
took the scythe like she was asked, and she asked what to do with it since she
wasn't privy to any of the mental communications, but I don't think anyone
responded.
Marc
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You are correct Jeff;
I am trying to allow the other Players provide their thoughts instead of the GM
directing the team through Dr Arcane.
The team has had
a member suggest taking the artifact with them to stop the Domain, it has been
suggested to take it with them into the tombs to try to find Jacco, and it was
also suggest that it should be taken to Dr Avery.
For the newer
players and those that can't remember 4 years ago clearly (like me). Dr Arcane
stated the Quest was to get the Artifacts to help defeat the Domain. He didn't
state whether hiding the Artifacts from the Domain was how to defeat them and
he has not demanded any of the artifacts be brought to him. He has left how
they will be used by the players (with a few evil GM twists thrown in)
The Statue was
thrown into the sun by Adamas.
The Orb is
locked in DarkStar's Secret Underground research and development facility.
The Scroll is in
Dr. Avery's safe.
The Gemstone and
the Clock is being worn by Pietor.
The Scythe is
being held by Black Orchid
If the team
wants GM input, I will gladly provide it but it will have to be as part of the
next issue since it is so late.
Please let me
know if you what your plans are and if you want an issue to regroup?
John, I am still
waiting on Red Hawks turn.
Thanks
Tom
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CX is successful
in knocking out Mother Superior. Let me know when CX will do this, I am guessing
it is after Thunderhead questions her but let me know if it is right afterwards
or how much later (or it could before and then she is waken for interrogation).
Let me know.
While this is a
combat action I am counting it during the down turn while the others are
gathering. So far no one has stormed after Jacco.
Thanks
Tom
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CX will wait
until the team is done questioning her.
"Are we
done with her? If so, I'm going to knock
her out."
Once she is out,
CX will use some of the steel ball bearing in his pack to create solid wrist
and ankle cuffs for all of the baddies.
He'll the wait for further instructions.
"If we have
a wounded demon down there, perhaps we should go put it under wraps before it
has a chance to regenerate, heal, grow or whatever a demon does to get
healthy."
Dave
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Starbolt
continues to look around to ensure that all protagonists are down, when he
hears CX comment on the demon possibility responds. "Not that I don't
agree with you CX, but isn't the safe return of the staff our first priority?
I'm willing to go along with you, but The Doc did say that this was the primary
mission." Glancing towards Red Hawk he says. "So Dude, should we
contact the good Doctor and get his thoughts on the matter?"
Jamey
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It was softly
snowing on Easter Island.
Jack idly lay
atop a cloud with his hands behind his head. “How can it be that no two are
alike?” he mused as he happily watched the mortals beneath him, humming with
energy and power. How much progress they’ve made in the time he'd been away. So
much speed and light and noise. What use could these dazzling, modern mortals
have for dusty, ancient folk such as he?
Then his bright
blue eyes looked closer and realized he was watching a gold armored knight
(CX), a giant (Thunderhead), a winged angel (Red Hawk), a goddess of the night
(Black Orchid), a herculean hero (Adamas), and a sun god (Starbolt), who had
just battled wizards, demons and elementals.
Jack smiled.
Perhaps this modern, speeding world was still connected to the old ways after
all.
Jeff
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OOC: Please
forgive my lack of focus. Sorry guys my personal life has become uncomfortably
complex recently like all things this too shall pass for you.
<Redhawk IC:
actions and responses> Chris pats Starbolt on the back as Black Orchid's
darkness dissipates. "Thanks, she was a pain, literally." . . .
"Nice team work everyone. I think taking time to consult Dr. Arcane is a
fine idea. Quite a few of us took some good shots. I don't know about everybody
else but I could use a few minutes to at least catch my breath." . . .
"Black Orchid keep a good eye on that scythe. I think you're our best bet
as it's wielder." . . . "Donnah
I'm glad to see you and the other Elementals have broken Cr’tegorf and
his minions influence. If we are going to chase Jacco down his rabbit whole
were going to need someone to keep an eye on our back until the Tarot Masters
are secured properly."
"If we are
going to do this let's have a plan, at least a marching order that makes sense
if we are going underground. Black Orchid's our obvious master of stealth. I
suggest Adamas use his ethereal vision to scout each passage or room before we
enter. If it's locked I'll enter by vibrating through using my heightened
senses to detect for danger, if it's open Orchid takes lead with the rest
following on our heels . . . How is everyone feeling? My regenerative systems
should have me close to fully repaired soon. Thunder you took a some good hits
yourself. Are you going to be good to continue? I don't want any of us heading
into a potential ambush if they aren't up to it. From the sounds of it we can't
take forever but prudence and a bit of planning can't hurt. We have a long
drive before we get to the end zone."
OOC: Wow. It's
been so long since some of those adventures took place I had forgotten the
artifacts were so dispersed. Thanks by the way for the reminder me we created
Dr. Apocalypse. LOL
Thanks for your
patience Tom
John R
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CX pipes up,
"Is it wise to carry the scythe into Certaflag's backyard? I know we have to go, but does the
scythe. If it was that important to his
plans I would think taking it to him would be a very bad idea. I'm just saying... Perhaps we can get the Doc to meet us and
carry the scythe to a safe place away from Crackafrog's reach?"
Dave
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Dr. Avery
responds "I have no idea whether his plans depend on it or not. I know it
is a powerful magic artifact that benefits whoever has it. If you want to bring
it to me without giving Jacco the chance to escape then give it to War Wagon.
He can fly it to me while the Guardians take other actions."
Regards
Tom
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Thunderhead
said, "We need to get the Scythe off Easter Island immediately, or risk it
falling back into Jacco's hands."
Thunderhead will
sketch out a rough map (in the dirt if need be) of the chamber where he encountered
Jacco and Supay.
Jeff
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Starbolt Says
"No problem Red Hawk, I agree about a solid plan being essential. I would
have no problem flying rear guard and protecting our six. If that is ok with
all of you."
OOC: Starbolt
will fly evasively taking time to repeatedly ensure that they are not being
followed. If the group would rather someone else watched our backs he would be
willing to take whatever .roll would be helpful.
Jamey
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Quick GM
clarification needed.
From the email
traffic I have the team resting for 30 minutes to catch their breath while War
Wagon comes to get the Soul-Scythe.
Donnah and the
Natural Forces will stay in Jacco's hut to protect the rear.
Black Orchid
will lead the way
Adamas is next
Red Hawk is next
CX is next
(based on Initiative Roll, where I down have player direction I am using
Initiative)
Thunderhead is
next (based on Initiative)
Jack Frost is
next (based on Initiative)
Starbolt is
last.
Please let me
know if I have any wrong or if any changes are needed.
Thanks
Tom
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Tom,
Adamas will be
scanning ahead with his Ethereal vision as Red Hawk recommended.
Jon
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If anyone has
any "special vision" they should probably lead, although The Black
Orchid is happy to as well.
Marc
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Adamas would be
happy to take the lead.
Jon
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CX will take the
assigned position in the center. He will
have the bearing in the back already grasped with his magnetic control. If trouble should pop up, he will try to use
them to protect party. His first
reaction will be to use the mass of metal as a shield for anyone who is being
attacked.
Dave
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OOC: 30 minutes is a long time to wait. If we're only waiting for War Wagon to show,
is there any other way to secure the Scythe before we descend into the tomb?
Jeff
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I picked 30
minutes because that would allow everyone to be at full Power Points except for
Red Hawk. Red Hawk needs 10 minutes to
fully heal but will not refresh his Power Points during that time. (I am not
charging him Power Points as a second action like in combat. I have broken down
the 10 second increments for 1 round of healing without using Power but he
won't gain power because his android body is actively repairing himself)
If you want to
go into the tomb sooner let me know how long you wait. Donnah can hold the
Soul-Scythe while waiting for War Wagon to get there.
Regards
Tom
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OOC Tom:
"If you want to go into the tomb sooner let me know how long you wait.
Donnah can hold the Soul-Scythe while waiting for War Wagon to get there."
<Red
Hawk:IC> Having felt the protections offered by the Scythe and replaying the
files DarkStar had made available to him before Chris and the team left for
Easter Island. "Actually I think it's time the Guardians think about using
the artifacts in this quest. If we are going to take on a being capable of
defeating the Super Forces and almost all of Earth's heroes on their own home
turf we're going to need every edge we can get.
You all saw the fear the Tarot Masters exhibited at us potentially
wielding the Scythe for our benefit. I don't mean to judge after the fact but I
think DarkStar and the other original Guardians might have missed an
opportunity when they let Pietor make off with the amulet and cloak. I don't
think the enemy was after these items to use against us, I think these are
items the enemy fears are going to be
used against him."
Thanks all
John R
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<Adamas>
"I agree, a weapon like this could turn the tide in the coming
battle. I do not think we should leave
it behind."
Jon
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Donnah looked at
the Guardians, "So two of you say use the Soul-Scythe against the Domain,
two of you say to leave it behind out of reach of the Domain. Starbolt and
Black Orchid what do you want to do?
I would be glad
to carry it to War Wagon for you but I need to know if that is what you are
going to do."
Best
Tom
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Tom,
Does Jack get an
evil vibe from the Soul Scythe?
If yes, he'll
say: "That accursed artifact will
only harm us in the end."
If not, he'll
stay out of it.
Jeff
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It desires to
consume souls. He feels a hunger.
Tom
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By the way, is
The Black Orchid feeling anything from holding it?
Marc
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The soul scythe
wants you to strike the others. It wants to consume souls.
Tom
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Redhawk:
"Black Orchid, I understand if you have reluctance to carry the Scythe
into the coming battle. I will take the task of that is the case. I was the
first to grasp it and being what I am, I don't believe I have a soul for the
weapon to steal.
John
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"There will
be no soul-sucking while I'm holding the scythe" The Black Orchid listens
to the conversations and feels confident in her ability to keep control of it.
"I'm not afraid of holding the Scythe; I just might not be strong enough
to fend off someone if they wanted to take it from me."
Marc
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Red Hawk:
"Once we've caught our breath I want to make sure Adamas checks ahead of
us with his Ethereal vision. Black Orchid should stay between Centurion X and
Thunderhead unless we need a covert entry into a room. Adamas and I will take
the lead otherwise. Starbolt and Jack keep your heads on a swivel for an ambush
from behind"
John
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I currently have
the leader of the Guardians and the majority in favor taking the Soul-Scythe
with the team instead of sending it away.
I have only 1
objection to the team taking 30 minutes to rest before entering the Tomb of Cor
beneath Jacco's hut. The alternative is 10 minutes (time needed for Red Hawk to
fully heal HP) but I received no communication for the shorter time. The 30
minutes would allow most the team to completely rest up all their Power Points.
So I am still using 30 minutes.
The agreed to
order to entering (it has to be single file down the stairs) is Adamas, Black
Orchid, Red Hawk, CX, Thunderhead, Jack Frost, and then Starbolt.
Please confirm
or object. I am treating no replies as confirmation for the plan.
Thanks
Tom
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Confirmed
Jon
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Confirmed
Jamey
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The Black Orchid
will defer to the others since she has no experience with Jacco to suggest one
way or another.
[Confirmed]
Marc
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OOC:
Hi,
I think my guys
are in the minority.
Thundy and Jack
don't want to use the Soul Scythe for fear of its curse infecting a hero, or
having the Scythe fall back into the hands of the villains.
And Thundy
doesn't want to give Jacco or Supay 30 minutes to recover / escape through a
secret tunnel / activate their magical doomsday weapon. Thundy wants us to press our advantage.
Jack doesn't
have an opinion about the 30 minute wait and is content to laze atop soft snowy
clouds.
Best,
Jeff
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Adamas is OK
with shortening the time frame; I was confirming the marching order.
Jon
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