The eye of the storm covered several blocks
of downtown Center City. It was centered on 7th Avenue, 42nd
Street, and Broadway. What the citizens of Center City liked to call
Megalopolis Times Square.
Manta-Man after receiving Black Orchid's
message turned to Demolisher. "We need to get to Times Square as soon as
possible. Demolisher, I know we have known each other for a short time but do
you trust me?"
Demolisher wondered if Manta-Man was
suggesting he could give Demolisher a good energy blast or something so he
could absorb the energy and manifest some sort of power that allows him to
travel faster.
Demolisher replied to Manta-Man if he was
offering to provide an energy source he could absorb then yes.
Manta-Man blasted Demolisher with an
Electrical Bolt. The Demolisher absorbed the electrical energy turning on his
armor and gaining the power of Willpower: Fortitude.
{GM
Note: Manta-Man did 9 points of damage. -2 to HP and 7 Points absorbed. His
armor of 0/1/1/1. Rolled 95. Demolisher gained Willpower: Fortitude - can roll
double amount of damage compared to normal rolling with damage.}
Demolisher spotted a bystander in a Yellow
Cab. He asked him for a ride. Manta-Man gave the Cabbie a nod and handed him a
credit card, “Charge it to the Crusader Visa.”
Manta-Man flew to where Black Orchid was. As
she ran, he flew in behind her scooping her up. They flew the rest of the way
to the eye of the storm.
Adamas got Jessica inside and safe, and headed
for Times Square. Along the way he picked up Skink at Our Fair City Mall and
Event Center. Skink attached himself to Adamas back. His claws held on tightly.
Adamas’ invulnerability made it painless.
The Skink yelled “Woohoo!” as he rode on
Adamas’ back as the Diamond Dynamo flew them to Times Square.
Patty took a moment to catch her breath and
give silent thanks she was able to help the people in the building, especially
the little boy. Laserfire might be his hero but that didn't sting, she wasn't
in it for publicity or glory. In fact, normally she would have beat feet
already but this wasn't going anything like her usual patrols. Plus if she was
being honest she had always been impressed by Laserfire, too.
She watched him control the flames, and when
he was done smiled and nodded at him "I bet you're a hit at parties."
He smiled back and seemed to be about to say
something when they both got the update from Black Orchid on their
communicators.
Patty did some quick math in her head. She
was a ways out from the storm's center. "I know this is a bit forward on
the first date, but any chance I could get a lift?"
Laserfire smiled back. “Sure, I would be glad
to give you a lift, especially considering it our ‘first date’,” he said with a
slight chuckle.
They flew off as the rescued residents
cheered them. Soon Laserfire and Patty Plus arrived in Times Square and landed.
Manta-Man and Black Orchid landed next to
them.
Manta-Man said, “Laserfire, you didn’t tell
us you made a friend.”
Reaching out his hand to Patty Plus,
Manta-Man said. “Hello, I am Manta-Man founder of the Crusaders and current
member of the New Crusaders. I am glad to meet you.”
Demolisher surf the Yellow Cab as it careened
into Times Square and Demolisher leapt off the car ready for action.
Adamas landed beside the other New Crusaders.
Skink did a double somersault as he leapt off
Adamas back and onto the pavement.
StrikeForce with Dr. Wildman landed the
hovercraft in Times Square.
StrikeForce monitored news reports in the
hovercraft. When Jessica Anderson started broadcasting, he told everyone
especially Adamas. He broadcast the image with the onboard projector.
“… as the storm continues.”
“For those of you who just joined us, once
again this is Jessica Anderson with News special report on the continuing
eastern United States storm crisis. Just minutes ago a video data stream was
beamed here to the Megalopolis News headquarters, from a person or group that
claims responsibility for the storm that has been causing such havoc in the
eastern states for the past few days. We’re going to show this video for you as
soon as we get it set up, so we will be seeing this for the first time just as
you do, in the next few minutes.
“‘While we’re waiting for the tape to run,
let’s go over once again, the chain of events that . . . Excuse me for one
moment. All right… I understand that the video is ready to run. I don’t
understand exactly what we are about to see now, other than it’s supposed to be
a statement of demands from the group that claims responsibility for the
devastating storm that has been raging here for the last five days. Here’s the video
.....”
At this point, the picture of the news Jessica
was replaced by a picture of a darkened room. In the center foreground was a
man in a black costume and cape. His features from the shoulders up are hidden
in shadow, but his eyes seem to shine out through the darkness. He spoke in a
low and well modulated voice:
“I am Doctor Apocalypse, Earth’s Sorcerer
Supreme. I am the author of the tempest that grips the eastern United States in
its terrible gauntlet. These are my demands. I suggest that you heed them:
“In nine days, the Congress of the United
States of America will pass a resolution
declaring that the Refuge Islands of Megalopolis shall be a separate and sovereign
state, independent from the United States and deeded wholly and completely over
to myself.
“No later than the
following day, the President of the United States will sign that resolution
into law. In addition, the President will have drafted by that time, and be
prepared to sign, a treaty of non-interference with the new state, and with me
as its absolute monarch.
“Within three days
following this, the government of the state will ratify this law and will
initiate procedures to evacuate the Refuge Islands of Megalopolis. No later
than thirty days after the law is ratified by the state legislature, the Refuge
Islands shall be completely evacuated of all of its current residents. Anyone
remaining will become my citizens and forfeit their American Citizenships.
There will be no dual citizenships allowed or granted.
“If these demands
are not met, in strict adherence to the schedule I have stated, I shall destroy
a major city of the United States. I will continue to do this every day that
you fail to comply with my demands.
“Do not think for
a moment that your military or your technology can protect you from me. I am
your technological superior. I can defeat you strategically; I can crush you
psychically; I can destroy you supernaturally!
“If you are wise
men, then you will let the evidence that I have already shown you be enough;
you will let the disasters that have already occurred be the last. To
underestimate me would be a terrible mistake. Unfortunately, I do not believe
that you are wise men. I believe that most of you will be foolishly skeptical
of my powers. For you, I have arranged for there to be one additional
demonstration of my abilities. You have tasted my supernatural power; tomorrow
I will show you something of my technological might. This demonstration will
take place at sunrise today in the center of Times Square. You may respond to this
situation as you see fit. As for the storm, I will end it now.
“You will not hear
from me again unless you disappoint me.”
The video
transmission ends.
StrikeForce
stopped the projection.
Dr. Wildman knew
that his Steading was on one of the Refuge Islands.
Black Orchid knew
that StarCorp was on a different Refuge Island.
Skink loved all
the entertainment activities the Refuge Islands provided.
Adamas knew Dr. Apocalypse.
His name was Pietor.
{GM Note: Adamas meet Pietor in Quest Issue
no. 2}
It was 30 minutes before sunrise.
Dr Wildman rubbed his chin feeling the
stubble scratch his hand. He rubbed his eyes aware that it had been some time
since he last pulled an all-nighter. Absorbing the news from the broadcast
momentarily he activated his communicator and punched in the speed dial for his
apprentice - the new Dr Arcane.
"Donna, its William - we're in Times
Square waiting for whatever Pietor is planning to throw at us. (Dr Wildman had
met Pietor Apoucalos once before. Then he was Dr Clinton Avery's assistant,
when Avery was Dr Arcane and the Sorcerer Supreme. William had found Apoucalos
less than congenial at that meeting and had kept his concerns of his winning
the position of Sorcerer Supreme to himself - trusting that Lewis [his mentor]
and Clinton were wise enough hands and for whatever reasons had accepted the continuation
of the practice of succession by magical combat.) What on earth is going on? I
thought the whole role of Sorcerer Supreme was to guard the planet and not
wreck it?"
Dr Avery replied, "Unfortunately Pietor
believes the position entitles him to a power and public position as well, Just
like Zeus, Imhotep, Merlin, and Leonardo
da Vinci. I have encouraged him to remain in the shadows but he thinks it is
unnecessary with all the superpower beings in the world. He expects to be
accepted as one of them.
'Oh @*$%' swore William letting the enormity
of Dr Avery's words sink in. It was bad enough that Pietor had successfully
challenged his way to Sorcerer Supreme - now an unknowing world was going to
reap the consequences of his succession. "Doc, this is not good news! I
can't believe we have to add insecurity to his already long running list of
character flaws."
"As far as wrecking the planet, I am
positive he will tell you that all things need a little pruning in order to
growth strong and healthy.” Dr. Arcane replied.
Dr Wildman frowned, a little bit taken back
by Dr Avery's tone. Clearly he was talking to a beaten man. William tried to be
compassionate in his tone but genuine fear caused him to raise his voice more
than he wanted: " Roses need pruning, humanity needs educating,
encouraging and a healthy dose of grace...what he's doing is nothing short
of...abuse! He's not pruning he's dominating...it doesn't end with the islands,
surely you can see that..." He let that statement fade as he controlled
the fear in his voice. : "Sorry Doc, you of all people don't need me to
point that out."
“I wish I could help you more but Pietor is
unusually stubborn, which is saying a lot when consider the magic community
traits as a whole". Dr. Avery said.
"Listen Doc, we'll do what we can here -
if you have friends who can help we'd appreciate you giving them a call -
Thanks for the heads up! Also Doc, can you get my Padawan to grab my jacket off
StormLord when it’s safe to port - I might need it here more than he
does...given the circumstances!"
“Lady Arcane is on her way to get it for you
now.” Dr. Arcane said.
William turned to look at StrikeForce and the
rest of the team: "This isn't good I'm afraid. The Sorcerer Supreme has a
power level well beyond my paycheck - this going to be like stemming a tidal
wave with a bucket. Common sense would scream at us to walk away but this will
just be the start if we did. We are about to enter a world of pain and
suffering."
As if he caught his own downhearted tone Dr
Wildman did his infamous clap of hands to snap himself out of his melancholy
and with his familiar grin back on his face he said: "But hey...when did
doing the right thing not come with that cost. Perhaps we can talk some sense
into him...still let's look on the bright side...at least its stopped
raining!"
As Dr.
Wildman finished, StrikeForce added his reply. "Can't rain all the
time."
Dr Wildman waited in the Hovercraft for any
instruction from StrikeForce.
Stepping toward the exit from the craft,
StrikeForce told Dr. Wildman. "Doc, keep a watch on the comm., in case we
get any more Intel coming in."
As he exited the craft he activated his
communicator to pass information to the team. "New Crusaders, let's spread
out and put some distance between each other, so that whatever is coming can't
get us in one attack. Adamas, I need you airborne and scanning for any incoming
threat. Anyone else with enhanced senses, keep them up and your head on a
swivel, call out any incoming threats in retaliation to the clock. The
Hovercraft will be 12, and move clockwise from there. We've got this team. Take
care of yourself and watch each other backs."
StrikeForce kept his senses active and moves
50 feet from the Hovercraft, drawing his weapons, and waiting for dawn
“Something has changed. He wasn't like this before. He was a little snobbish, but we fought
together. Maybe I can get through to him
somehow.” Adamas said.
StrikeForce joined the conversation.
"Adamas, I hope that you can get through to him, but let's stay prepared.
His may be a case of power corrupting, or this may be who he really is, since
He has no need to hide himself to get what He wants."
Patty
took in the scene, then reached out and shook Manta-Man's hand before giving
him a friendly mock salute.
Manta-Man laughed, “No need to salute.
Welcome and we are glad to have you here.”
"Thank you, sir! Big fan! I would say
I'm glad to be here, but this is waaay beyond the patrols I've been doing in my
neighborhood. You tell me where to jump and I'll do my best."
She looked over at Laserfire. "And
thanks for the ride! I can tell everyone I finally had a hot date in the big
city.”
Laserfire smiled, “My pleasure. Hopefully it
won’t be your last either”, he said with a wink.
"All this talk about magic and sorcery is
making me nervous.. I read part of a file on Dr. Apocalypse over at CHESS, now
we are neck deep in it" The Skink said into his comm, as he darted back
and forth.
StrikeForce took the opportunity to meet the
new arrivals. "I'm StrikeForce, it is nice to meet both of you, and we
really appreciate your help. So, what powers do you bring to the fight?"
He inquired.
Before anyone could reply, precisely as the
sun rose, the Doomsday Robot flew in at full speed from the east. It landed in
the center of Times Square. It had flown in extremely low so that it wasn’t
detected by radar and the tall buildings of Times Square hid its approach from
the New Crusaders.
The Doomsday Robot stood over 60 feet tall.
It has sensors on the top of its head and on armor plates that cover its sides.
It is heavy armored and it has angled plating that will attempt to deflect
attacks off it to prevent its armor from being struck directly. {GM Note: It has Defense and Armor. A miss
represents a glancing blow that doesn’t even hit the armor.}
Immediately it turned toward the Chrysler
Building between 41st and 42nd Street. The New Crusaders
could tell it was preparing to attack the building.
{GM
Note: All players have a held action from the PCs preparing for the attack. You
can attack before the Doomsday Robot has a chance to fire or you could choose
to intercept its attacks to protect the building from harm You can provide 2
actions for next turn (held and regular) or choose to hold one. Please let me
know if you decide to hold an action.}
<Turns
and Actions due Dec 21st>
Battle
Conditions (Mighty Protectors character data):
Adamas Hit Points: 24 Power
Points: 72 Held Action
Black
Orchid Hit Points: 24 Power
Points: 92 Held
Action, Visible,
StrikeForce Hit
Points: 31 Power Points: 93 Held Action
The
Skink Hit Points: 24 Power Points:
82 Held Action
Manta-Man Hit Points: 13 Power
Points: 66 Held Action, Lightning Aura Defense: On
Dr.
Wildman Hit Points: 12 Power
Points: 60 Held Action, Form of: Man
Demolisher Hit Points: 28 Power
Points: 74 Held Action, Absorption: Fortitude (2x rolling dmg)
Patty
Plus Hit Points: 15 Power
Points: 60 Held Action
Laserfire Hit Points: 8 Power
Points: 49 Held Action, Flame Aura Defense: On
Phase
of Action for next turn:
[14] Skink
[11] Adamas
[10] Demolisher
[ 6] Manta-Man
[ 6] Black
Orchid
[
4] Laserfire
[ 3] Dr.
Wildman
[ 2] StrikeForce
[ 2] Patty
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Hi
Tom,
The very first V&V module I bought was
Death Duel...you have no idea how much nostalgia I am experiencing at the
moment! Loving it!
IC: Dr Wildman rubbed his chin feeling the
stubble scratch his hand. He rubbed his eyes aware that it had been some time
since he last pulled an all-nighter. Absorbing the news from the broadcast
momentarily he activated his communicator and punched in the speed dial for his
apprentice - the new Dr Arcane.
"Donna, it's William - we're in Times
Square waiting for whatever Pietor is planning to throw at us. (Dr Wildman had
met Pietor Apoucalos once before. Then he was Dr Clinton Avery's assistant,
when Avery was Dr Arcane and the Sorcerer Supreme. William had found Apoucalos
less than congenial at that meeting and had kept his concerns of his appointment
to Sorcerer Supreme to himself - trusting that Lewis [his mentor] and Clinton
were wise enough hands and for whatever reasons had accepted the
commissioning.) What on earth is going on? I thought the whole role of Sorcerer
Supreme was to guard the planet and not wreck it?"
Dr Wildman will wait in the Hovercraft for a
response from Dr Arcane and for any instruction from StrikeForce.
Steve
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Stepping
toward the exit from the craft, StrikeForce tells Dr. Wildman. "Doc, keep
a watch on the comm., in case we get any more Intel coming in."
As he exits the craft he activates his
communicator to pass information to the team. "New Crusaders, let's spread
out and put some distance between each other, so that whatever is coming can't
get us in one attack. Adamas, I need you airborne and scanning for any incoming
threat. Anyone else with enhanced senses, keep them up and your head on a
swivel, call out any incoming threats in retaliation to the clock. The
Hovercraft will be 12, and move clockwise from there. We've got this team. Take
care of yourself and watch each other backs."
StrikeForce keeps his senses active and moves
50 feet from the Hovercraft, drawing his weapons, and waiting for dawn
Jamey
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OOC:
Regarding my IC post, please don't think that I am stepping on your toes. I
enjoy gaming with you all. Of course use your character as you see fit. My
apologies if you think that I overstepped.
Thanks,
Jamey
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Somebodies
gotta take the lead, you go man!
Jon
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Absolutely
agree with Jon.
Play the game as StrikeForce and lead the
team. The greatest fun is had in interaction and role playing.
Steve
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Absolutely
fine! Besides, if The Black Orchid
didn’t want to do what you said, she would just turn invisible and do what she
wanted anyway!
Marc
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Thanks
guys. All ways a joy to game with you fine gentlemen.
Jamey
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Ooc: way ooc. Shane, where did you get the artwork
for Patty? I love it, or is that some of
Steve's digital magic? Very cool look.
I was going back looking at the Megalopolis
blogsite, reviewing the characters, and her character drawing really pops!
Jon
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I own
the artwork. I bought it off on DriveThruRPG as a BW piece. Shane came up with
the color scheme.
Tom
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Very
cool!
Jon
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What
on earth is going on? I thought the whole role of Sorcerer Supreme was to guard
the planet and not wreck it?"
Dr Avery replied, "Unfortunately Pietor
believes the position entitles him to a power and public position as well, Just
like Zeus, Imhotep, Merlin, and Leonardo
da Vinci. I have encouraged him to remain in the shadows but he thinks it is
unnecessary with all the superpower beings in the world. He expects to be
accepted as one of them.
"As far as wrecking the planet, I am
positive he will tell you that all things need a little pruning in order to
growth strong and healthy. I will I could help you more but Pietor is unusually
stubborn, which is saying a lot when consider the magic community traits as a
whole"
Tom
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Hi
Tom,
Just role playing thru the conversation - is
Dr W talking to older or younger Dr A? Not that it changes the reply but I may
conclude it differently.
Dr Avery replied, "Unfortunately Pietor
believes the position entitles him to a power and public position as well, Just
like Zeus, Imhotep, Merlin, and Leonardo
da Vinci. I have encouraged him to remain in the shadows but he thinks it is
unnecessary with all the superpower beings in the world. He expects to be
accepted as one of them.
Dr Wildman paused for a moment to let that
sentence settle but could feel the anger swell up within him: "So what you
are saying is that he want's to accepted...he's the *@£!&~# Sorcerer
Supreme for goodness sake, isn't there some sort of interview process or filter
system that checks out whether the candidate is an insecure nut job!"
"As far as wrecking the planet, I am
positive he will tell you that all things need a little pruning in order to
growth strong and healthy.
Dr Wildman frowned, again a little bit
perplexed: " Roses need pruning, humanity needs educating, encouraging and
a healthy dose of grace...what he's doing is nothing short of abuse..! He's not
pruning he's dominating...it doesn't end with the islands, surely you can see
that...?"
I wish I could help you more but Pietor is
unusually stubborn, which is saying a lot when consider the magic community
traits as a whole"
By now William is fuming: "So hang on,
you are saying you won't help because...he is being stubborn? I don't give a
baboons red cheeked @£$& if he's stubborn minded - so's a bloody donkey -
he's killing people and threatening to hold the world to ransom! Surely your
help is not dependent on how stubborn poor little insecure Pete is feeling?
Come on Doc, the big dogs are fighting and we need all the help we can
get..."
William waited for the reply. "If we
ever get out of this the whole flippin' magic community needs its collective
heads knocking together" he mused...
Steve
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To
make it easier I am retcon the naming. Dr. Avery is Dr. Arcane and Hannah is
Lady Arcane. So Dr. Wildman is talking to Dr. Avery instead of Hannah
Tom
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Something
has changed. He wasn't like this
before. He was a little snobbish, but we
fought together. Maybe I can get through
to him somehow.
Jon
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StrikeForce
joins the conversation. "Adamas, I hope that you can get through to him,
but let's stay prepared. His may be a case of power corrupting, or this may be
who he really is, since He has no need to hide himself to get what He
wants."
Jamey
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GM to
Player:
Steve, Before I respond to your write up but
I wanted to give you background information that could cause you to change what
you have written because Dr. Wildman would already know this information or
would figure it out really quickly from his magical background. There are 2 key things I do in my campaign.
1) I start with Jack Herman and Jeff Dee's
V&V source material and alter it during our game play together. This way I
have something documented I can referred to and if the player buys Monkey House
Game products they are getting the added benefit of knowing the starting place
of the Megalopolis version of the V&V Multiverse. That way all they have to
learn is what happened in game play, like Dr. Avery still being alive.
2) I make sure that magic and science are
different if not polar opposites. I know that great Science Fiction and Fantasy
writers have stated "magic is what science doesn't yet understand".
From a story writing view point that works and makes a lot of sense. This way
the Science Fiction of Star Trek and Science Fantasy (Magic) of Star Wars can
coexist. From a role-play gaming point of view it is terrible if both types are
existence. If Megalopolis, it wouldn't be very good if its best scientists
DarkStar and Black Orchid could as easily understand magic as well as science.
What game play space does that leave for the player that wants a mysterious
magic based superhero if the techno villain could as easily reverse his
enchanted device as he would a Mech suit. The next logical step in magic works
opposite of science so should the magic societies work opposite the modern
societies.
In reviewing the Mighty Protectors Multiverse
information there are the top 3 Magic Users, a triad of sorts. I call them the
Triad of Mages. They are the Black Mage, Gray Mage, and White Mage. All 3 of
the positions are obtained and maintained through Magic Combat. So for
Megalopolis Multiverse on top of the Triad of Mages is the Sorcerer Supreme,
which is also a position, won through combat.
Pietor is now the Sorcerer Supreme because he
defeated Dr. Avery in magic combat. In other words Dr Apocalypse magically beat
down Dr. Arcane. That is what Dr. Wildman is hearing in the tone and context of
Dr Avery's message, a beaten man who was defeated by an apprentice who greatly
disappointed his mentor.
Lady Arcane is no match for him at the
moment. So they are helpless in dealing with him.
Let me know if you want to change anything
you wrote. I can easily respond to it as is with Dr Avery explaining to Dr.
Wildman what happened and why it is pointless for Lady Arcane and him to try to
intervene.
Thanks
Tom
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Hi
Tom,
Yep that changes everything! ha ha ha!
Can I ask is Dr Apocalypse the current Black
mage as well, does the colour represent their aspect/character/alignment?
Is Dr Arcane the current White mage?
Does Dr W know who the other mages are?
Will ponder and send a revised reply upon
your reply.
Cheers
Steve
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Can I ask is Dr Apocalypse the current Black
mage as well, does the colour represent their aspect/character/alignment? For a
short time Dr. Apocalypse was the Black Mage until he became the Sorcerer
Supreme. The former Black Mage regained the position after Dr. Apocalypse'
ascension.
Is Dr Arcane the current White mage? No, he
is best described as retired.
Does Dr W know who the other mages are? The
Black Mage is Morto Void. The Gray Mage is Gravedigger, and The White Mage is
Magus Luna.
If you have the Mighty Protectors Rulebook,
it is exactly as described in the Guide to the Multiverse. If you don't, want a
PDF, it is currently on sale.
https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/220501/VV-30-Mighty-Protectors?src=hottest_filtered
Thanks
Tom
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Patty
takes in the scene, then reaches out and shakes Manta-Man's hand before giving
him a friendly mock salute.
"Thank you, sir! Big fan! I would say
I'm glad to be here, but this is waaay beyond the patrols I've been doing in my
neighborhood. You tell me where to jump and I'll do my best."
She looks over at Laserfire. "And thanks
for the ride! I can tell everyone I finally had a hot date in the big city.
Shane
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Hi
Tom,
So having read the background material I am
now a bit more up to speed and would like to retcon Dr Wildman's conversation
to:
Dr Avery replied, "Unfortunately Pietor
believes the position entitles him to a power and public position as well, Just
like Zeus, Imhotep, Merlin, and Leonardo
da Vinci. I have encouraged him to remain in the shadows but he thinks it is
unnecessary with all the superpower beings in the world. He expects to be
accepted as one of them.
'Oh @*$%' swore William letting the enormity
of Dr Avery's words sink in. It was bad enough that Pietor had successfully
challenged his way to Sorcerer Supreme - now an unknowing world was going to
reap the consequences of of his succession. "Doc, this is not good news! I
can't believe we have to add insecurity to his already long running list of
character flaws."
"As far as wrecking the planet, I am
positive he will tell you that all things need a little pruning in order to
growth strong and healthy.
Dr Wildman frowned, a little bit taken back
by Dr Avery's tone. Clearly he was talking to a beaten man. William tried to be
compassionate in his tone but genuine fear caused him to raise his voice more
than he wanted: " Roses need pruning, humanity needs educating,
encouraging and a healthy dose of grace...what he's doing is nothing short
of...abuse! He's not pruning he's dominating...it doesn't end with the islands,
surely you can see that..." He let that statement fade as he controlled
the fear in his voice. : "Sorry Doc, you of all people don't need me to
point that out."
I wish I could help you more but Pietor is
unusually stubborn, which is saying a lot when consider the magic community
traits as a whole"
"Listen Doc, we'll do what we can here -
if you have friends who can help we'd appreciate you giving them a call -
Thanks for the heads up! Also Doc, can you get my Padawan to grab my jacket off
StormLord when its safe to port - I might need it here more than he
does...given the circumstances!"
William turned to look at StrikeForce and the
rest of the team: "This isn't good I'm afraid. The Sorcerer Supreme has a
power level well beyond my paycheck - this going to be like stemming a tidal
wave with a bucket. Common sense would scream at us to walk away but this will
just be the start if we did. We are about to enter a world of pain and
suffering."
As if he caught his own downhearted tone Dr
Wildman did his infamous clap of hands to snap himself out of his melancholy
and with his familiar grin back on his face he said: "But hey...when did
doing the right thing not come with that cost. Perhaps we can talk some sense
into him...still let's look on the bright side...at least its stopped
raining!"
Steve
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StrikeForce
takes the opportunity to meet the new arrivals. "I'm StrikeForce, it is
nice to meet both of you, and we really appreciate your help. So, what powers
do you bring to the fight.?" He inquires.
OOC: The Cyborg Crusader moves back to his
location and awaits the attack that He is positive is coming.
Jamey
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As Dr.
Wildman finishes, StrikeForce adds his reply. "Can't rain all the
time."
Jamey
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"All
this talk about magic and sorcery is making me nervous.. I read part of a file
on Dr. Apocalypse over at CHESS, now we are neck deep in it" The Skink
said into his comm, as he darted back and forth
Chuck
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