Fire Emblem - Seal of Fate II

[Fishy]

Margana circles around behind the rebel leader to G20 to H19 as he makes his little speech- and closes in on him at a full run. "'Ere's wha' tha "common man" thinks o' tha!" she bellows, punctuated with a savage downward chop from her Iron Axe. "Yah don' speak fer me," she clarifies, "An' when Ah'm don wit' yah, yah'll nawt speak fer nobody!"

[Mando Knight]

Roan probably doesn't get to do anything. But if he does (after the rest move), he goes to the nearest open spot around the boss-guy and smashes him up further.

Moves in order, as (mostly) in accordance to the others' posts: Francis to G16 and Mend Staff on Gerard, Margana to H19 (rather than G20, for support boost) and Iron Axe on Garmond, Greg to I18 and Steel Lance on Mercenary then retreat to L18, Kat to F18 and snipe Garmond with Iron Crossbow (if it deals more damage per hit than Iron Bow).

If the Mercenary survives Greg, Gerard moves before Kat and moves to G18 to Steel Lance the Mercenary. If Garmond survives Katleia and Margana's assault, then Roan moves to F19 to use Regal Sword on Garmond, but only after Gerard has moved to G28 and attacked Garmond with the Steel Lance if the Mercenary died to Greg's attack.

[Istari]

Move to K10 and attack the Wyvern in range
"Let's move Lillian"

[Grim ranger]

Aran attacks Wyvern Rider 7 and moves to I10, if able

[Geno9999]

Rakken ponders the meaning of life and everything while he's riding with Aran. One of these things of life was bothering him very much.
Why can't I attack stuff while I'm on horseback?
Perhaps horses are too frightened for mages to properly cast spells?
Now that I think about it...
1: that's a first, 2: that's what we're doing.
Shut it, any way, animals in general are afraid of dark magic...
During all of this, Rakken does nothing.

[Shades of Gray]

Gerard

"Let me remove this cutthroat from your worry, Lord Roan." Gerard says as he moves to G18 and attacks the mercenary with his steel lance.

[Xondoure]

Groaning slightly, Lillian puses herself forward and desperately focuses her magic, it's energies flowing directly into Anselm's wounds, which knit back together in a flash of blue light.

[TheSummoner]

(Blue - Moves do not compute.

Both Nathaniel and Aran are set to attack Wyvern Rider 7, but unless the first to attack misses, Jalnir set to attack the boss, but needs to be pushed to be able to do so. Please get this sorted out)

[Xondoure]

(Blue - Moves do not compute.

Both Nathaniel and Aran are set to attack Wyvern Rider 7, but unless the first to attack misses, Jalnir set to attack the boss, but needs to be pushed to be able to do so. Please get this sorted out)

I believe Nathaniel needs to be the one pushing in order for this to work?

[TheSummoner]

(Indeed... I think I'm just going to go with that... both because the current move causes paradoxes and because of the needs of Blue as a whole... Update later tonight.)

[Istari]

Ok, that's fine

[TheSummoner]

Blue Map

Turn 10 - Blue Phase

Lillian moves from J10 to K10 and heals Anselm!
{table]|Lillian heals Anselm for 17 HP!|[/table]
Lillian gains 11 experience! +1 Support with Anselm! Lillian can now use Rank C Staves!

Anselm moves from L10 to N9...

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Tyler: "Ha! If mere mercenaries are all your men are prepared for then this battle has already been won!"

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...and attacks Tyler with his Regal Lance!
{table]|Anselm attacks Tyler and deals 9 damage!|Tyler counterattacks and misses.|[/table]
Anselm gains 12 experience!

Anselm's attack cuts the Wyvern's left wing badly, grounding Tyler. Unfortunatly, the ability to fly is not the main reason Wyverns are valued as mounts.

Nathaniel moves from L11 to H11 and shoves Jalnir from I11 to J11!

(And now to set the mood with some appropriate music.)

Jalnir moves from J11 to M10 and attacks Tyler with his Killing Edge!
{table]|Adept Activates!|Jalnir attacks Tyler and deals 9 damage!|Jalnir attacks again and deals 9 damage!|Tyler counterattacks and deals 16 damage!|Adept Activates!|Jalnir attacks again and deals 3 damage!|[/table]
Tyler has been slain! Jalnir gains 67 experience! Jalnir recieves a Master Seal!

Jalnir levels up! Jalnir is now level 10!

+1 Skl!
+1 Spd!
+1 Luck!
+1 Def!
+1 Res!

While Tyler's attention is focused on Anselm, Jalnir flanks him and attacks ferociously. His first swing slays the Wyvern, the second slices through his armor into his side, injuring him greatly. After a vicious counterattack, Jalnir finishes him with one final swing.



Units

Blue Team

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Anselm Gudbrand
Played by: Noble Savant
Position: N9 (Forest)
Picture:

Level: 10
Exp: 98
Stats:

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HP: 27/27
Str: 11
Mag: 1
Skl: 12
Spd: 12
Luck: 9
Def: 10
Res: 4

Weapon Levels:

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Lances: C (33/40)

Supports:

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Heaven Affinity
Nathaniel: No Support (25/25)
Rakken: No Support (20/25)
Lillian: No Support (10/25)
Jalnir Leron: No Support (7/25)
Aran Rither: No Support (0/25)

Movement: 4
Weight: 11
Capacity: 20 +5
Skills: None
Special: None
Inventory:

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Regal Lance (e) (37/40)
Javelin (11/20)
Steel Lance (38/40)
Vulnerary (1/3)
Antitoxin (3/3)
Antitoxin (3/3)

Nathaniel
Played by: Istari
Position: H11
Picture:

Level: 10
Exp: 9
Stats:

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HP: 7/21
Str: 1
Mag: 15
Skl: 13
Spd: 10
Luck: 9
Def: 4
Res: 7

Weapon Levels:

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Wind: E (0/20)
Thunder: E (0/20)
Fire: C (13/40)

Supports:

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Thunder Affinity
Anselm Gudbrand: No Support (25/25)
Rakken: No Support (15/25)
Lillian: No Support (8/25)
Jalnir Leron: No Support (7/25)
Aran Rither: No Support (0/25)

Movement: 4
Weight: 6
Capacity: 20
Skills: None
Special: None
Inventory:

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Fire Tome (e) (38/40)
Armorslayer (18/18)
Restore (10/10)
Vulnerary (2/3)
Red Gem
Key
Antitoxin (3/3)

Rakken
Played by: Geno9999
Position: (Carried by Aran)
Picture:

Level: 10
Exp: 73
Stats:

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HP: 4/26
Str: 5
Mag: 15
Skl: 10
Spd: 10
Luck: 5
Def: 5
Res: 10

Weapon Levels:

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Dark: C (22/40)

Supports:

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Light Affinity
Anselm Gudbrand: No Support (20/25)
Nathaniel: No Support (15/25)
Lillian: No Support (9/25)
Jalnir Leron: No Support (2/25)
Aran Rither: No Support (0/25)

Movement: 4
Weight: 7
Capacity: 20
Skills: None
Special: None
Inventory:

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Flux Tome (e) (31/40)
Luna Tome (33/35)
Thief Band (e)
Vulnerary (2/3)

Lillian
Played by: Xondoure
Position: K10
Picture:

Level: 7
Exp: 34
Stats:

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HP: 3/19
Str: 0
Mag: 10
Skl: 8
Spd: 9
Luck: 10
Def: 1
Res: 13

Weapon Levels:

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Staves: C (0/40)

Supports:

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Wind Affinity
Anselm Gudbrand: No Support (10/25)
Nathaniel: No Support (8/25)
Rakken: No Support (9/25)
Jalnir Leron: No Support (6/25)
Aran Rither: No Support (1/25)

Movement: 4
Weight: 5
Capacity: 20
Skills: None
Special: None
Inventory:

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Heal Staff (e) (11/40)
Vulnerary (3/3)

Jalnir Leron
Played by: Reverent-One
Position: M10
Picture:

Level: 10
Exp: 55
Stats:

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HP: 8/24
Str: 10
Mag: 0
Skl: 15
Spd: 17
Luck: 11
Def: 7
Res: 3

Weapon Levels:

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Swords: C (17/40)

Supports:

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Wind Affinity
Anselm Gudbrand: No Support (7/25)
Nathaniel: No Support (7/25)
Rakken: No Support (2/25)
Lillian: No Support (6/25)
Aran Rither: No Support (11/25)

Movement: 4
Weight: 8
Capacity: 10/20
Skills: Adept
Special: None
Inventory:

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Killing Edge (e) (17/20)
Iron Sword (36/50)
Sword Band (e)
Master Seal

Aran Rither
Position: L8 (Carrying Rakken)
Picture:

Level: 7
Exp: 43
Stats:

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HP: 23/28 (Poisoned: 4)
Str: 8
Mag: 2
Skl: 7
Spd: 8
Luck: 4
Def: 10
Res: 1

Weapon Levels:

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Lances: C (4/40)

Supports:

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??? Affinity
Anselm Gudbrand: No Support (0/25)
Nathaniel: No Support (0/25)
Rakken: No Support (0/25)
Lillian: No Support (1/25)
Jalnir Leron: No Support (11/25)

Movement: 6
Weight: 14
Capacity: 5/15
Skills: Savior
Special: Horseback
Inventory:

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Iron Lance (e) (46/50)
Talisman

Convoy (10/200)

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1820 Gold

Swords
Steel Sword (29/40)
Iron Sword (29/50)
Iron Blade (44/45)

Axes
Poleax (18/18)

Lances
Iron Lance (50/50)

Daggers
Iron Dagger (39/50)

Other
Red Gem
Key
Key
Secret Book

Baethos

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Wyvern Rider 4
Position: N3
Level: 6
Stats:

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HP: 15/22
Str: 9
Mag: 1
Skl: 10
Spd: 8
Luck: 6
Def: 8
Res: 2

Movement: 6
Weight: 15
Inventory:

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Venin Lance (e) (39/40)

Wyvern Rider 5
Position: P5
Level: 7
Stats:

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HP: 22/27
Str: 10
Mag: 0
Skl: 9
Spd: 8
Luck: 4
Def: 10
Res: 1

Movement: 6
Weight: 15
Inventory:

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Iron Lance (e) (50/50)

Wyvern Rider 7
Position: L9
Level: 8
Stats:

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HP: 10/28
Str: 11
Mag: 1
Skl: 8
Spd: 8
Luck: 6
Def: 9
Res: 2

Movement: 6
Weight: 15
Inventory:

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Steel Lance (e) (40/40)

Wyvern Rider 8
Position: R13
Level: 8
Stats:

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HP: 27
Str: 11
Mag: 0
Skl: 8
Spd: 10
Luck: 5
Def: 8
Res: 5

Movement: 6
Weight: 15
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Steel Lance (e) (40/40)

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Soldier 1: "They've killed the commander!"

Soldier 2: "Bastards! Kill them all! Burn everything until all that remains is ash!"

The remaining Wyvern Riders circle you, careful to stay out of the range your weaponry and striking while your attention is focused on another Wyvern, then flying back out of range. Despite your efforts, few fall to Nathaniel and Rakken's magic and the group as a whole is getting worn down steadily by their hit and run assault.

The Wyverns continue to circle and begin picking up speed, preparing for the final attack.

*Kraaakkooom*

Lightning strikes one of the Wyvern Riders, frying the soldier and his mount. Several more bolts come, killing many of the soldiers and forcing the rest to retreat.

Gilford walks out, mumbling something about being angry at himself for falling for such a simple trick.

Gilford: "Follow me."

His tone has changed. The warm and friendly manner he had used to address the group up to this point is gone, replaced with a much more commanding tone.

He takes a few steps before turning and staring at Aran.

Gilford: "Who are you?"

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Green Map

Turn 10 - Green Phase

Katleia moves from G15 to F18 and attacks Garmond!
{table]|Katleia attacks Garmond and deals 10 damage!|Garmond counterattacks and deals 19 damage!|Katleia attacks again and deals 10 damage!|[/table]
Katleia gains 12 experience!

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As Garmond readies his axe for another attack, an arrow buries itself in his back. Rather than attack the knight again, he aims for the blonde haired girl who had just attacked him. Katleia tries to dodge, but the axe cuts into her right leg anyways. To "thank" him for the leg wound, Katleia gives him an arrow in his gut to match the one still sticking out of his back.

Francis moves from H15 to G16 and heals Gerard!
{table]|Francis heals Gerard for 30 HP!|[/table]
Francis gains 12 experience! +1 Support with Gerard!

(Francis and Gerard are now at 25/25 support)

Margana moves from I18 to H19...

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Garmond: "Bah, anyone who sides with the nobles can die with them! Women and children included! Filth like you..."

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...and attacks Garmond!
{table]|Margana attacks Garmond and deals 4 damage!|[/table]
Garmond has been slain! Margana gains 65 experience! Margana recieves a Swordreaver!

Margana levels up! Margana is now level 11!

+1 HP!
+1 Mag!
+1 Skl!
+1 Res!

Margana embeds her axe in Garmond's skull, killing him mid-sentence.



Units

Green Team

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Roan Caspian
Played by: Mando Knight
Position: H17
Picture:

Level: 11
Exp: 58
Stats:

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HP: 10/25
Str: 14
Mag: 2
Skl: 17
Spd: 13
Luck: 4
Def: 12
Res: 4

Weapon Levels:

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Swords: B (2/50)

Supports:

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Thunder Affinity
Francis DuMorne: No Support (22/25)
Gerard DuMorne: No Support (19/25)
Katleia Darthing: C Support (9/35) (+2.5 Accuracy, +5 Avoid, +.5 Defence)
Margana: C Support (14/35) (+2.5 Accuracy, +2.5 Avoid, +.5 Attack, +.5 Defence)
Greg: No Support (3/25)

Movement: 4
Weight: 9
Capacity: 20 +5
Skills: None
Special: None
Inventory:

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Iron Sword (e) (39/50)
Regal Sword (30/40)

Francis DuMorne
Played by: Namillus
Position: H15
Picture:

Level: 7
Exp: 73
Stats:

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HP: 6/21
Str: 1
Mag: 10
Skl: 5
Spd: 8
Luck: 12
Def: 0
Res: 12

Weapon Levels:

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Staves: C (25/40)

Supports:

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Dark Affinity
Roan Caspian: No Support (22/25)
Gerard DuMorne: No Support (25/25)
Katleia Darthing: No Support (19/25)
Margana: No Support: (18/25)
Greg: No Support (0/25)

Movement: 4
Weight: 5
Capacity: 20
Skills: None
Special: None
Inventory:

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Mend Staff (e) (15/20)
Heal Staff (29/40)
Mage Band (e)
Vulnerary (3/3)

Gerard DuMorne
Played by: Shades of Gray
Position: G16
Picture:

Level: 10
Exp: 75
Stats:

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HP: 33/33
Str: 13
Mag: 1
Skl: 12
Spd: 9
Luck: 5
Def: 13
Res: 2

Weapon Levels:

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Lances: C (20/40)

Supports:

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Water Affinity
Roan Caspian: No Support (19/25)
Francis DuMorne: No Support (25/25)
Katleia Darthing: C Support (8/35) (+2.5 Accuracy, +2.5 Avoid, +.5 Attack, +.5 Defence)
Margana: No Support: (22/25)
Greg: No Support (1/25)

Movement: 3
Weight: 13
Capacity: 20
Skills: None
Special: Armored
Inventory:

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Short Spear (e) (7/15)
Iron Lance (19/50)
Steel Lance (31/40)
Vulnerary (2/3)
Antitoxin (3/3)

Katleia Darthing
Played by: tgva8889
Position: G13
Picture:

Level: 10
Exp: 73
Stats:

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HP: 3/24
Str: 13
Mag: 2
Skl: 16
Spd: 14
Luck: 10
Def: 6
Res: 6

Weapon Levels:

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Bows: C (24/40)

Supports:

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Wind Affinity
Roan Caspian: C Support (9/35) (+2.5 Accuracy, +5 Avoid, +.5 Defence)
Francis DuMorne: No Support (19/25)
Gerard DuMorne: C Support (8/35) (+2.5 Accuracy, +2.5 Avoid, +.5 Attack, +.5 Defence)
Margana: No Support: (20/25)
Greg: No Support (1/25)

Movement: 4
Weight: 7
Capacity: 20
Skills: None
Special: None
Inventory:

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Iron Bow (e) (45/50)
Iron Crossbow (49/50)
Iron Sword (1/50)
Vulnerary (3/3)
Vulnerary (2/3)
Key
Arms Scroll

Margana
Played by: Fishy
Positon: H16
Picture:

Level: 11
Exp: 1
Stats:

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HP: 33/34
Str: 14
Mag: 1
Skl: 11
Spd: 7
Luck: 5
Def: 11
Res: 5

Weapon Levels:

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Axes: C (16/40)

Supports:

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Flame Affinity
Roan Caspian: C Support (14/35) (+2.5 Accuracy, +2.5 Avoid, +.5 Attack, +.5 Defence)
Francis DuMorne: No Support (18/25)
Gerard DuMorne: No Support (22/25)
Katleia Darthing: No Support (20/25)
Greg: No Support (3/25)

Movement: 4
Weight: 11
Capacity: 10/20
Skills: Vantage
Special: None
Inventory:

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Iron Axe (e) (30/50)
Hand Axe (2/25)
Swordreaver (15/15)
Vulnerary (3/3)

Greg
Played by: ThePhantom
Position: I16 (Forest)
Picture:

Level: 9
Exp: 35
Stats:

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HP: 21/31
Str: 14
Mag: 2
Skl: 7
Spd: 8
Luck: 4
Def: 15
Res: 1

Weapon Levels:

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Lances: C (7/40)

Supports:

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Wind Affinity
Roan Caspian: No Support (3/25)
Francis DuMorne: No Support (0/25)
Gerard DuMorne: No Support (1/25)
Katleia Darthing: No Support (1/25)
Margana: No Support (3/25)

Movement: 6
Weight: 15
Capacity: 5/15
Skills: Counter
Special: Flying, Dragon
Inventory:

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Steel Lance (e) (34/40)
Iron Lance (50/50)
Master Seal
Vulnerary (3/3)
Antitoxin (3/3)
Antitoxin (3/3)

Convoy (2/200)

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5500 Gold

Lances
Horseslayer (18/18)

Other
Key

Rebels

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Mercenary 4
Position: D18
Level: 8
Stats:

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HP: 13/26
Str: 7
Mag: 0
Skl: 13
Spd: 10
Luck: 4
Def: 8
Res: 1

Movement: 4
Weight: 9
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Iron Sword (e) (50/50)

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Seeing their leader fall, the remaining rebels begin to scatter. Unfortunatly for them, they run right into a group of knights riding into the city just in time to have seen the end of the battle.

Obadiah cuts down one of the fleeing rebels and then shouts to the rest.

Obadiah: "Halt! All of you! You will all be tried for your crimes, any who try to escape will be killed on the spot!"

As his knights round up the rebels, Obadiah rides up to Roan and dismounts.

Obadiah: "You did a good job here, I only wish I could've made it back sooner to give you a hand with that rabble."

[Mando Knight]

So Greg didn't get to attack the Mercenary before Margana moved, like had been indicated in the posts?

[TheSummoner]

(Greg's chosen destination was Margana's starting spot. He COULDN'T move there until after she did.)

[ThePhantom]

(Well, that happens from time to time. I don't mind.)

[Mando Knight]

"I fear there may be more opportunities for you to do so. There's something raising the rebellion, and I'm sure that these men aren't all from around here."

[TheSummoner]

Obadiah: "Oh? Did one of them do or say something strange or is it just intuition?"

Obadiah ties his mount to a post and begins walking towards the castle.

[Mando Knight]

"A bit of both."

[TheSummoner]

Obadiah: "Hmm... well what did they do?"

[Noble Savant]

Anselm smiles grimly as Tyler falls to the ground. "I will protect the prince with my life. The Royal Guard will not fail draw breath." He looks over to his ally. "Jalnir, I believe a commendation and reward is in order. But later."

Anselm walks over to Gilford saluting. "Milord Gilford, this gentleman was instrumental in beating off the invaders. He joined us during the attack." His eyes narrowed, looking over the fallen attackers. "Milord, I think we have more important things to discuss then the new recruit." He gestures at the soldiers significantly.

[TheSummoner]

Gilford: "Of course."

Gilford leads the group inside. He orders his servants to prepare clean clothes for everyone (especially a certain someone thoroughy soaked in his own blood and vomit) and to get Rancet, then continues to a private room and sits.

Gilford: "I need to know everything you can tell me about those men... Did they do anything or behave in any way that confirms or disproves their connection to Baethos or King Caspian?

*Rancet enters and sits at an empty chair*

Gilford: "Also, tell me everything you learned from interrogating the prisonen... Those men were almost certainly connected to the ones who attacked Nagandra."

[Geno9999]

After finally wearing something that wasn't puked on, Rakken decides to take a seat.

"The prisoner claims that she had no idea about the attack on Nagandra, and that she, along with other villagers from the borders of Ortham and Baethos, were only told to defend the keep until further notice. She also described a Holy man, who offered to help them live in peace. The most curious thing she said was that the holy man carried a large black book, with which he used to perform miracles, one of which is raise people from the dead."
As if he was dwelling on one of the last statements, he added,
"Are there any records of a black tome used by servants of the church?"

[Mando Knight]

"I'll need to discuss it with Father first. There's... a lot that went on."

[TheSummoner]

Rancet: "A difficult question... typically no, there wouldn't be any holy books bound in black... but the color of the tome has no effect on the magic it holds. Its perfectly possible that he obtained one, but I if that were the case, I would wonder why he would go through the trouble for something so trivial."

*he pauses*

Rancet: "What interests me more are these miracles. It has long been accepted that raising the dead is an impossible task. None who have ever been known to attempt such a feat have managed it..."

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Obadiah: "Very well then, I have a report for the king as well, but it can wait until after you've talked to him."

Obadiah walks with Roan into the castle and they seek out King Caspian.

[Grim ranger]

It was all blur for Aran. First there had been the usual chaos of battle, and then it had been ended quickly by Gilford. He had been rather dumbstruck by the speed the events were transpiring around him, and thus been left wordless even in the face of easy question.

Following the rest of the group inside, Aran paused only to lead his horse to the stables before joining the others. Since he had very little idea what they were talking about (exept of course the details of recent attack) and did not know anything of most of the people present, he turned to Jalnir, intent on getting some answers.


"Now, seeing that we are victorious, I believe you owe me some explanation. Just what caused this? I have heard strange news all around the place, but this...this was something rather unexpected. And I believe we have yet to introduce ourselves."

[Noble Savant]

"Rancet, I think it is important to note that it seems that the holy man is one of the generals present in the sacking of Nagandra." Anselm furrowed his brows. "I believe the prisoner, and I think that this might be worth investigating... We might here more of this man and his miracles."

[TheSummoner]

Rancet nods.

Gilford: "If her story is true... if it is true that this man is capable of using magic that no one has ever been able to, that means he is far more powerful than we ever could've imagined."

Rancet: "You said you believe he was one of the generals who attacked Nagandra... Can you describe him? Did you see him perform any of these 'miracles'?"

[Geno9999]

"We were too busy trying to run-*someone nudges Rakken* -er- I mean, get the prince out of the castle to see what miracles he would perform, but his robes were similar to servants of the church, probably a bishop."

[Reverent-One]

Jalnir

Remembering his promise to the horseman, Jalnir introduces himself, "My name's Jalnir Leron. I serve Lord Anslem," he says, nodding his head toward the armored man with the lance. "As for what's going on..." Jalnir scratches the back of his head as he smiles sheepishly, "You've gotten involved in quite the confusing morass. This recent conflict was over Prinve Draven, son of the late King Orion. He currently resides here, though King Caspian wants him to return to the capital. Those troops that attacked us claimed to be sent by King Caspian via Baethos, but well...it seemed risky to simply trust the life of the Prince to those we have no proof of good intentions from. They didn't take no for an answer very well though."

[TheSummoner]

Elsewhere...

A enormous black wyvern lands in front of an ancient fortress. The rider dismounts and walks inside. Several red-clad soldiers kneel before him as he walks past. The man makes his way through the fortress, going up several flights of stairs and many long hallways before finally reaching his destination.

The soldiers before him upen the large double doors and he walks inside. There are several ancient books laying open, scattered on several tables throughout the room. Among the books are various bits of paper with hand-scribbled notes written on them. In the center of the room is a man in dark robes busy studying the texts and scraps of paper. On his left is an ornate bronze shield, half covered by the many documents lieing around.

Zell: "Where are the others? I have some interesting news."

Bartrek: "I would assume Marianne is still attending to her duties. I have no idea where the other two are."

Zell: "You should. While the rest of us are out preparing things, you've been able to sit in here. The least you could do is know where four people are suppose to be."

Bartrek: "Bah, it means nothing. Lazrias has come and gone as he pleased since the beginning and Dellius is an idiot who I refuse to be responsible for. If I had to guess, the former is making preparatios and the latter is occupying himself in his own barbaric way."

Zell: "Then it would be wise for you to find him. His efforts would be better spent elsewhere."

Bartrek: "You find him, I'm busy."

Zell: "We're all busy. You, however, have no outside responsibilities to attend to. You're also the only one who can use magic. It would be both easier and faster for you to do it."

*Zell pulls out a map and marks a few locations*

Zell: "Find him and take him to these places. Your research can wait. For now, this is more important."

Bartrek: "Fine. Whats this news of yours anyways?"

Zell: "It seems Lazrias is getting sloppy. The Caspian boy, the one who stood between him and Orion is still alive."

Bartrek: "Heh, now that is interesting... I suppose he wasn't worth finishing then. It does open up a few more possibilities though..."