Retuke
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Post by Retuke on May 18, 2008 16:09:36 GMT -5
Retuke folded his hands, placing his fingers against on another. He should've known that's what Taj wished to know. He had asked the same type of questions to Malick the Ranger Guildmaster when they were together last, on the journey through the mountains.
"Well," Retuke started. "The Mage Guild is, in truth, not very powerful at the moment. There are only a handful of us in the Guild. There are many, many Magi in Mirawold, but few of them have come together. They prefer to roam off on their own."
He stood up and went and stirred the soup. It was almost done cooking.
"If there was to be a war, which I'm afraid is almost unavoidable now, the Mages would support your guild. There are so few of us, however, that I'm afraid we will not be very much assistance in any of the actual fighting."
He poured some of the now-cooked soup into two bowls and went back to the table, placing one before Taj, and the other in front of himself.
"However, when I was last in our Guildhouse -- which was where I had just come from when I met you in the BrokenPeak Mountains -- myself, another mage, and our Guildmaster, Seraphin, discussed plans for strengthening our guild."
He took a mouthful of soup and tasted it. He almost winced. He really wasn't that great of a cook, even if he had gotten a little better over the voyage. It was edible, however, and he started eating. He began to wonder if he had told too much to Taj.
No, I trust him, he decided. Taj was, after all, his friend.
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Post by ~ Hero Nemesis ~ on May 18, 2008 17:03:20 GMT -5
During this time, H'enkal's ship had changed course and started sailing into pirate waters, bound for the Isle of Cecilio where they were to repair their ship. It did not take them long to reach the island, as it was very close and they had a fair wind. They were just in sight of it, however, when the sailor in The Swift Cloud's crows nest called out.
"Sail ho!!"
H'enkal, who was just coming out of his cabin, ran to the stern and got out his spyglass. "Where!!?" he called out.
"Off the starboard bow, sir! Coming around the island!"
The captain put the glass to his eye and searched out the ship. It did not take him long to locate it. It was a corvette, coming around the island at a sharp speed. It was tilted slightly to the right due to the wind, and was heading for them.
"Of all the cursed bad luck..." H'enkal breathed, lowering his glass. He turned around and shouted to his crew.
"Pirates! Battle stations!"
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Taj Rahk'on
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Post by Taj Rahk'on on May 19, 2008 4:04:39 GMT -5
Taj took in what Retuke was saying.. He picked up his bowl & took a big sip of the soup.. It was just below the temperature that would of burned his lips.. Putting the bowl back down his wiped his mouth with his hands & started breaking some bread.. (which i decided was brought to the table with the soup just now ) into his soup.. "Hmm.. Retuke Iv'e never been a diplomatic person but Iv'e fallen in love with Minas Rithes.. It is a dirty city with more than its fair share of crooks but thats what gives it it's charm haha.. I can't stand by and let her be overrun by goblin scum.."Taj took a peace of bread that had soaked up some soup and stuck it in his mouth chewing it quickly.. "My guild's elders are half stuck between fear & vanity on whom to elect for new guildmaster & don't pay any attention to the real threat at hands.. What im doing isn't exactly guild legal but i think when i get the guilds together the Warriors of Lebonwaith will stand up & lead the kings armies to victory.." Taj opened his mouth to say something else when a cry was heard up on deck.. "Pirates! Battle stations!" Taj mumbled a curse under his breath as he quickly jump to his feet.. He made his way to the stairs up to deck then stopped and looked back at Retuke.. "Retuke.. Shipwarfare is alot different to fighting on land.. Keep your eyes open & remember to look up"With that he ran up stairs to take orders from H'enkal NEMESIS EDIT: Taj, we do have a no cursing rule. Please refrain from heavy swearing. Thank you.
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Retuke
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Post by Retuke on May 19, 2008 17:30:01 GMT -5
"Hmm.. Retuke Iv'e never been a diplomatic person but Iv'e fallen in love with Minas Rithes.. It is a dirty city with more than its fair share of crooks but thats what gives it it's charm haha.. I can't stand by and let her be overrun by goblin scum.."
"Aye..." The Elf looked thoughtfully down at his soup. "And the Goblins that attacked us in the mountains, that was very unusual that there were both IceWinds and StickHands travelling together. A dark power is at work, I fear."
Taj nodded in agreement as he ater.
"My guild's elders are half stuck between fear & vanity on whom to elect for new guildmaster & don't pay any attention to the real threat at hands.. What im doing isn't exactly guild legal but i think when i get the guilds together the Warriors of Lebonwaith will stand up & lead the kings armies to victory.."
"Well I'm certainly glad that someone is taking action. The Goblin threat is becoming to big to leave alone. In my opinion," Retuke leaned over the table a little, "that if we don't wage war on them, and have the front be on their lands, then they'll wage war on us and bring the fight to our doorstep." He used the word "our" loosely. He really meant Taj's doorstep, that didn't soudn very encouraging, so he used the word "our."
Taj was about to reply, when a shout was heard from above deck. "Pirates! Battle stations!"
Taj shot to his fet and headed for the stairs. Retuke got up, grabbed both of their bowls of soup and dumped it back in the pot. No sense in wasting food. He looked over to see Taj about to speak.
"Retuke.. Shipwarfare is alot different to fighting on land.. Keep your eyes open & remember to look up"
"Arrows?" Retuke said, grabbing his staff and running after Taj. "I might be able to help if it's arrows."
They ran onto the deck and searched out H'enkal.
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Post by ~ Hero Nemesis ~ on May 21, 2008 11:18:46 GMT -5
H'enkal looked over at the two of them as they approached. He scowled and spoke first to Taj. "Pirates. They've spotted us and they think we're crippled - an easy target. There's not honor among thieves. It would look as if your bold plan has failed, master Taj!" Before the Warrior could reply, H'enkal resumed speaking. "They're sure to attack us and try to take our cargo. You know as well as I that we can't let the cannon oil into the hands of those thugs." He paused for breath, then continued. "If I were them, I'd try to clear their deck with arrows, then board. I expect that's what they'll do to us. Now, you tell me, what occupation would you be best at? Using a bow to fire back? Manning one of the ballistae? Or just using that sword of yours for when they come?"
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Taj Rahk'on
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Post by Taj Rahk'on on May 22, 2008 1:36:45 GMT -5
The Pirate ship look like any other, It's flag he didn't recognise.. He listened to what the H'enkal said and replied by merely tapping the hilt of his broadsword..
"It's your ship H'enkal but don't get too eager to start blowing things up, It could be a slow death on that island that's hoping it isn't overrun by those d**n savage headhunters", Taj said that softly so only the 3 of them would hear..
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Retuke
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Post by Retuke on May 25, 2008 22:19:02 GMT -5
At the mention of arrows, Retuke cut in. "I am a Mage, Captain H'enkal. Throughout my study of magic, I have learned how turn aside arrows. I may be able to alter their paths so that they do little harm to us." Then it was Taj who spoke.
"It's your ship H'enkal but don't get too eager to start blowing things up, It could be a slow death on that island that's hoping it isn't overrun by those d**n savage headhunters"
Retuke looked over at the island. He hadn't thought of the possibility of headhunters. "Well," he said, quiet as Taj had been, "we have no need to face that danger as of now. The current situation is pirates. With luck, we may be able to beat them back."
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Post by ~ Hero Nemesis ~ on May 30, 2008 3:47:34 GMT -5
H'enkal looked at the two and pondered his course of actions.
A shout came from the crowsnest and a loud crack in the air was followed by a splash of water nearby as the first of the cannon's were fired.. "Can you do anything about the Cannon's Mage?" H'enakl shouted.. "Taj protect the Mage or man a Cannon.. Retuke you keep the skies clear.." H'enkal dismissed the two and walked quickly off to order his men around the ship..
A loud whistle like sound rang through the air as a cannon ball came crashing down into the waves close to the ships edge, spraying water up on deck. The battle has begun.
The whistle like sound of the cannon balls spinning through the air rang clear & one came coming down and smashed through the ships deck..
Pirate Ship attacks The Swift Cloud with Cannons Attack 10 + Weapon 25 + 10 MP + [dice=6] = 49
The Swift Cloud Attack: 8 Defense: 4 Agility: 6 Burst: 4 HP: 500/500 MP: 100/100 Weapons: Cannons (+25) Armour: N/A
Rogue Pirate Ship Attack: 10 Defense: 5 Agility: 4 Burst: 3 HP: 425/425 MP: 90/100 Weapons: Cannons (+25) Armour: N/A[rand=58174984183534716221101585966624903528411925897711929355294708715]
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Post by Retuke on Jun 3, 2008 14:49:51 GMT -5
Retuke leapt to the rail, looking at the ship that was beginning to open fire on them. He looked back at H'enkal. "No, I don't think so!" It would take away far too much strength to use magic to redirect the heavy iron cannon balls. He grimaced as the cannon balls began to hit the ship and water around the ship. He leapt away from the rails to avoid the front of the fire.
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Taj Rahk'on
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Post by Taj Rahk'on on Jun 10, 2008 3:35:34 GMT -5
Taj looked around wide eyed, He dodged splinter of shtrantnell as it came flying his way..
Watchin Retuke he made his way over to the Mage.. Shouting above the heavy banging of Cannon fire..
"Retuke Im going to man a Cannon come with me I'll need your help!.."
As the two made thier way Taj shouted again..
"You'll have your chance to wield you magic Magi but lets make sure it too the miminum amount.."
He felt the same way about his blade but kept that secret..
Coming upon an unmanned Cannon Taj showed Retuke how they were used and they Fired the first Cannon.. It swirrled through the air and looked like it was going to hit..
The Swift Cloud Attacks Attack 8 + Weapons 25 + 10 MP + Dice [dice=6] =[rand=792239187253115454654069229809582871091583758864666596238537485]
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Post by ~ Hero Nemesis ~ on Jun 10, 2008 4:07:54 GMT -5
Ship Warfare is fast & brutal and if your ship isn't equppied with some tough armour then it doesn't take long for it to be blown to bits. Pirate Ship attacks The Swift Cloud with Cannons Damage = 49 Defense Phase for Swift Cloud. Defense 4 + Armour N/A + 0 MP + [dice=6] = 7 Attack succesfull Damage dealt 49 - 7 = 42 + 3 Burst = 45
Swift Cloud attacks Pirate Ship Attack 8 + Weapons 25 + 20 MP + Dice [dice=6] = 51
The Swift Cloud Attack: 8 Defense: 4 Agility: 6 Burst: 4 HP: 455/500 MP: 70/100 Weapons: Cannons (+25) Armour: N/A
Rogue Pirate Ship Attack: 10 Defense: 5 Agility: 4 Burst: 3 HP: 378/425 MP: 90/100 Weapons: Cannons (+25) Armour: N/A
Swift Cloud Attacks Pirate Ship Damage = 51 Pirate Defense Phase Defense 5 + Armour N/A + MP 0 + [dice=6] = 8 Attack Successfull, Damage Dealt 51 - 8 = 43 + 4 Burst= 47 A cry came up from the Pirates Deck as a Cannon hit home.. The Pirate Captain was a short bald man with a long black beard, He had many gold rings in his nose and ears.. He didn't smile & his eyes were constantly fixed on his enemy while he screamed at his crew..
"More!!.." He shouted and more Cannon's were lit and their balls of lead shot high into the air.
Pirate ship Attacks Swift Cloud Attack 10 + Weapon 25 + 15 MP +[dice=6] = 55
The waves were picking up in ferosity as the two ships circled each other.
Captain H'enkal was standing in his cabin looking over charts, His eye's lit up as he looked at his Luitenant, "Bruke, Lead us into the coral through here, We'll try and gut these filthy dogs form underneath, If they don't follow we might be able to swing around the island & take them on a chase" The Luitenant Saluted & walked out of the Cabin to issue out the Captains orders..
H'enkal sighed, Then grabbed the Charts and walked out on Deck.[rand=333850538659399431951037509978762988203617669319208779776665311]
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Retuke
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Post by Retuke on Jun 10, 2008 14:52:33 GMT -5
Retuke helped Taj in whatever way he could. After the cannon fired, the Warrior hurried to reload it, leaving it to Retuke to fire. As soon as it was ready, Retuke did just that.
8 atk + 25 wep. + 10 MP (Ship's) + [dice=6] = 47[rand=6898533097550589198226378249133034807544369189704610132797181671354]
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Post by Taj Rahk'on on Jun 10, 2008 21:02:20 GMT -5
Taj jumped back and held his hands on his ears as the loud bang of gunpowder cracked through the air.. He watched as the cannon ball hurled towards the enemey ship..
Then grabbed another ball and dropped it down the barrel of the cannon, he then poured gunpowder into its place and stepped back, bracing for for another fire.. Though all he could hear was ringing.
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Post by ~ Hero Nemesis ~ on Jun 11, 2008 3:41:10 GMT -5
Pirate ship Attacks Swift Cloud Damage = 55 Swift Cloud Resolution Phase Defense 4 + Armour N/A + 0 MP + [dice=6] = 6 Damage dealt = Attack 55 - Defense 6 = 49 + 3 Burst = Total Damage = 52
Swift Cloud Attacks Rouge Pirate Ship Damage = 47 Pirate Ship Resolution Phase Defense 5 + Armour N/A + 0 MP + [dice=6] = 10 Damage dealt = Attack 47 - Defense 10 = 37 + 4 Burst = Total Damage 41
The Swift Cloud Attack: 8 Defense: 4 Agility: 6 Burst: 4 HP: 403/500 MP: 60/100 Weapons: Cannons (+25) Armour: N/A
Rogue Pirate Ship Attack: 10 Defense: 5 Agility: 4 Burst: 3 HP: 337/425 MP: 75/100 Weapons: Cannons (+25) Armour: N/A
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Bruke & H'enkal were shouting out orders to the sailors who quickly replied with the letting down and tying of sails & hoisting of riggings.. Soon the ship had turned towards its Port side and was headed straight for the coral reef..
The Captain of the Pirate Ship saw what his enemy's were trying to do and smiled at the challenge, he liked a madman..
"Four nots Starboard we ride for the coral reef!.. Show these dogs we aint afraid ta die..!" He yelled as his crew carried out his orders..
The two ships stopped firing thier cannons & The Swift Cloud lead the chase through the dangerous Coral Reef that surrounded the island..
Retuke & Taj must both roll 3 dice each, Even numbered dice count as 0 damage per dice, Un-even dice count 20 damage per dice..
Same goes with the Rouge Pirate ship But Nemesis will roll next post.[rand=1738186586458121454169211334160504436666966204472040260887304438664]
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Post by Retuke on Jun 11, 2008 12:35:14 GMT -5
As the ship began to turn, the pirate ship disappeared from the cannon's view. Retuke stood up and brushed his powder-stained hands on his robe and reached for his staff. "We're done here. We should get back on deck. It's up to speed and luck now." He began hurrying up towards the quarter deck.
Roll #1: [dice=6] Roll #2: [dice=6] Roll #3: [dice=6][rand=3245037640012496225805695739273613000533137421073900785863946914]
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