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Thread: [FWM] Game of Ponies
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2013-10-22, 12:47 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: [FWM] Game of Ponies
"Tomorrow if we can," Riposte responds. "I don't keep track of the train schedule. We'll need to catch a free ride on a military or civil government car since they didn't give us a budget for this matter."
The hippogriff shakers her head after looking at the maid for a moment then takes stock of the guards. "We'll have the chance to show our skill, but we don't want to intimidate the wrong being too early."Ask me about our low price vacation plans in the Elemental Plane of Puppies and PieSpoiler
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2013-11-10, 04:40 AM (ISO 8601)
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The singular guard was definitely a problem. While she looked to be in good shape and fairly loyal, there was only one of her. Evidently, downsizing had happened.
Glory nodded. "Right. So be diplomatic as well, and get there on the first train that's convenient. Sounds like a plan!
"So, I think we'll take Primrose with us and leave Whisk to watch this place. Then we'll just need to pick out supplies. What do you believe we will require, Miss Riposte? Money? Food? Weapons? Tools? Books? What do you say?"When in doubt, use cute little dragons.
Game and roleplaying stuff.
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2013-11-12, 02:47 AM (ISO 8601)
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"Arms, armor you can wear comfortably, basic provisions, and anything that suits your skills," The hippogriff replies. She takes a mental note to consider the one guard situation. It actually works better that way, unless an army for some reason shows up.
"It's still a crime for a house to refuse housing and aid to an agent of the crowns, but we'll still need our purses."
That would be interesting though. They get there and the ponies that seem to gain the most from finding this killer shut them out in the rain.
"I don't suppose you have anypony that can check the train schedule while I arrange childcare this evening?" she adds in the same, normal intense tone.Ask me about our low price vacation plans in the Elemental Plane of Puppies and PieSpoiler
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2013-11-15, 10:51 PM (ISO 8601)
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Before the discussion can fully turn to the grave matter at hoof, a knock on the front door suddenly rings out. A firm, insistent reminder of the outside world. Not to mention persistent; the knocks repeat roughly every minute if left ignored.
Looks like Lord Glory has company...I'm developing a game. Let's see what happens! Complex.
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2013-11-16, 07:43 PM (ISO 8601)
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When in doubt, use cute little dragons.
Game and roleplaying stuff.
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2013-11-17, 09:54 PM (ISO 8601)
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The door opened, and the party was greeted by the sight of a off-white unicorn mare on their doorstep. She was clad in an exquisite dress of white and gold, and her mane was long, flowing, and pink. Grace and poise marked her steps as she approached - clearly a mare of good breeding - as did a deep interest in her surroundings. Her deep, pondering eyes never left the pony and hippogrif before her, but often they would wander past them, drinking in the scenery intently.
When she reached Lord Glory and Riposte, she curtseyed elegantly. "Lord Glory, Guard Riposte, it is a pleasure to meet you. I come with a message from Princess Luna." She straightened up and produced a sealed scroll from some hidden pocket, which she offered to Lord Glory.
Spoiler: The contents of the scroll, for whomever reads itDear Lord Glory,
To further assist in your investigation, I'd like to recommend the bearer of this letter to join your team. I'm quite sure you'd find her insights and skills... most useful, among other things.
Of course, you're free to reject her services if you wish.
I wish you all the best in your investigations.
~Luna
PS: Do remind Riposte not to prematurely end another pony's life, if possible.
(The bottom of the scroll was affixed with the royal seal.)I'm developing a game. Let's see what happens! Complex.
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2013-11-18, 11:58 PM (ISO 8601)
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Investigators Assemble
Riposte, meanwhile, is doing the normal quiet stern look as she silently waits for whatever information to be passed on and shared. The first size-up told the hippogriff that they have another political pony on their talons. Odd that she'd be delivering a royal message without armed escort.Ask me about our low price vacation plans in the Elemental Plane of Puppies and PieSpoiler
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2013-11-20, 02:21 AM (ISO 8601)
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Glory stared for a moment in amazement, then bowed. "Ah! What an honour! Thank you very much, miss." He carefully unrolled the scroll and read.
"Magnificent! An offer of assistance!" He smiled at the mare. "I would be most pleased to have such a fine mare as you serving by my side in this matter, with your permission."
"Oh, look, Team Pretty-Face is recruiting," grumbled Whisk. "Shall I get some flowers for you to pin into your manes, my lord?"
"No, thank you, Whisk," replied the young noble, apparently having missed the sarcasm. "Anyway, perhaps you can tell us more about yourself, Miss...?"When in doubt, use cute little dragons.
Game and roleplaying stuff.
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2013-11-22, 10:10 PM (ISO 8601)
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"Solar Eclipse. I am a close associate of Princess Luna, well-versed in the history of many great noble houses, and trained in the healing arts among other magical interests." Solar Eclipse curtseyed in gratitude. "And thank you for accepting my offer of assistance. I greatly look forward to working with you both. Perhaps you could summarize your investigation thus far, and how you plan to proceed?"
Associates of the Princess were uncommon, but not unheard of. Princess Luna kept many odd ponies at her side - for reasons most nobles could only guess at - and none questioned her judgement in her choice of close allies. Even if some of those close allies had an alarming tendency to hurl parties about at the drop of a hat.I'm developing a game. Let's see what happens! Complex.
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2013-11-24, 01:20 AM (ISO 8601)
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Well they have a mage, a warrior and... Glory's slightly roguish right? Point being at least Solar is somepony with a different skill set. On the other talon, this kind of appointment means twice the high-profile royal loyalists on the case. That may lead to some more attention.
"Tentatively, we're making plans to head out by rail," Riposte states stepping forward and making eye contact. "Likely we'll end up riding with government cargo because it's free. Once there, start with the guards and pick up the trail."
The hippogriff takes another glare at Solar. "We're going to be alone, so go armed and protected."Ask me about our low price vacation plans in the Elemental Plane of Puppies and PieSpoiler
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2013-11-30, 05:03 PM (ISO 8601)
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The gruff, glaring half-griffon fails to even ruffle Solar. "A wise plan. Have you considered your points of contact? Word of your arrival and investigation will reach the scene long before you do, after all."
"And you needn't worry on my behalf." Her horn glowed in readiness, and both pony and hippogrif would swear the temperature in the room rose a hair. "I am well prepared to take care of myself."I'm developing a game. Let's see what happens! Complex.
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2013-12-03, 02:58 AM (ISO 8601)
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[Quest For Glory]
"Such talents are wasted on His Foppishness," muttered Whisk.
"Excellent!" Glory gave a short bow. "I believe we can work together most splendidly, Miss Eclipse. I admire a mare of talent and prestige.
"And Miss Riposte, you seem to have the makings of a plan already! We won't need to tarry too long, then. Soon, I will be able to prove my mettle, whether with words or with blades. With the three of us, I am sure we can resolve this matter with ease!"
Primrose started to look a little dejected.When in doubt, use cute little dragons.
Game and roleplaying stuff.
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2013-12-06, 01:03 AM (ISO 8601)
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Pre-Quest
Riposte rolls her eyes not sure if that was supposed to be flirting or just being a weird noble... or both. Nobles like to do both.
"The plan, as you've probably figured it out, is most just normal investigation. I hope you're as sure of your magic as most would be of steel, the houses are usually stupid enough to stick their noses where they shouldn't be."Ask me about our low price vacation plans in the Elemental Plane of Puppies and PieSpoiler
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2013-12-08, 08:38 PM (ISO 8601)
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[The Quest Continues]
Our trio of nobles and ponies employed by nobles experienced the richness of Canterlot nightlife in preparation for their journey.
Which is to say, they spent the next several hours besieged by courtiers, offers of assistance, bribes subtle and otherwise, veiled threats, veiled compliments, and a thousand and one other distractions and delays. But by the evening's end, they'd secured the name of their contacts from Houses Stoutheart and Solace, and an additional offer of rooms and safe food from Stoutheart.
Tempting.
But with the night falling fast, the three of them had little time to ponder their answer if they wanted to catch a train and arrive by sunrise. They hurried to the train station just in time to load their bags - and themselves - into a government cargo car bound for the countryside. Those who chose to sleep slept fitfully, the cold, wooden floor hardly the luxurious beds they'd come to know.
Here's hoping they'd have the energy for the task ahead...
[The following morning...]
The train whistle sounded.
Less than a minute until arrival.
Solar Eclipse was already awake, silently watching the sunrise through the thin window-slits of the car.
Whatever final preparations and plans they meant to do, they'd best do them quickly.I'm developing a game. Let's see what happens! Complex.
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2013-12-09, 11:22 PM (ISO 8601)
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Morning of Questing
Riposte didn't lose much sleep. She's not exactly the "soft" sort. The other two were left to deal with the storm of nobles the night before though. The hippogriff had things to settle before then. Hopefully the two ponies didn't promise anything they'd regret.
The Oathguard gets up and stretches a bit. A bit, because it would be an act of skill to stretch her wings out without hitting anyone. Riposte doesn't say anything but starts putting on her armor. Not the ceremonial fancy-looking thing, but the breastplate from her battle armor. It's not the full set, but the reticulated wing guards would just be too heavy. Besides, soulforged steel should stop anything they come across.Ask me about our low price vacation plans in the Elemental Plane of Puppies and PieSpoiler
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2013-12-16, 02:17 AM (ISO 8601)
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[I Like Trains]
Lord Glory did most of the manoeuvring through the crowd of courtiers that night. He was surprisingly not as bad as might be expected at it.
He woke up bleary the next morning, not being much of an early riser. "Oh! Here already." He struggled to get his mane and clothes in order, making sure he looked nice before he had to get out of the car.
Not a promising start.
[Meanwhile]
Whisk was pacing around the hall and muttering angrily to herself. "Idiot. He's going to get himself killed out there, mark my words. If that pony isn't a spy..."
Primrose the guard stood still and silent nearby. Both were stuck taking care of the place while His Lordship was away. Whisk hadn't taken it well, and while Primrose wasn't objecting, she hadn't said anything in favour of it either.When in doubt, use cute little dragons.
Game and roleplaying stuff.
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2013-12-19, 09:48 PM (ISO 8601)
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[Train Station]
Instead of reviewing any last-minute plans or strategies, the crack team of investigators chooses to perfect their appearance.
Given the fickle nature of nobility, might not be the worst idea.
And so, the train pulls into the station and the locks on their car's door magically unlock. A quick push later, and they'd find themselves at a small boarding platform, way out in the Equestrian countryside. In stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of the Canterlot station, the grand majority of ponies they can spy are workers, steadily unloading cargo onto waiting trollies. A few travelers disembark, but only a few. The platform itself is dull, cracking, and generally bland. Apparently they didn't have time to clean the red carpet, much less roll it out.
A welcoming committee, however, is a different story. A silver-coated earth pony, dressed in a well-pressed and tidy suit, stands tapping his hoof at the platform entrance, flanked by two of the largest earth ponies any of the three had ever seen. Both were clad in light padded leather, emblazoned with the seal of House Stoutheart. One of them chewed upon a stalk of wheat, grinding it into dust between his tombstone teeth. As soon as they came into sight, the silver-coated earth pony quickly trotted towards them with purpose, stopping only to give a short bow. "Welcome t'Kenbucky, travelers. Might ya'll three be the team from Canterlot?" he asked, polite but terse.I'm developing a game. Let's see what happens! Complex.
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2013-12-28, 02:16 AM (ISO 8601)
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((might as well get this rolling between holidays if at all possible))
Well for one of the party it's more about not getting stabbed than presentation. Riposte takes a few stretching flaps on the ground to get the kinks out. Also she takes stock of the 'greeting party' in the usual harsh 'kind of makes ponies uncomfortable' sort of way.
Glory and Eclipse seem to be more amenable to the formality of this whatever kind of greeting they want to go with.Ask me about our low price vacation plans in the Elemental Plane of Puppies and PieSpoiler
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2013-12-28, 02:46 AM (ISO 8601)
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"Absolutely!" Glory gave a low bow to the new pony. "Lord Golden Glory of Lightfoot, here for the investigations. My companions are Miss Riposte and Miss Solar Eclipse. And who might you be?"
He took a moment to look around, as in getting around to looking around took a moment in his bleary state. A little shoddy here, it seems. Perhaps I could give some tips on how to make it nicer.When in doubt, use cute little dragons.
Game and roleplaying stuff.
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2013-12-29, 09:32 PM (ISO 8601)
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Solar Eclipse curtsies politely when introduced, but leaves the speaking to Lord Glory.
"Equerry Sterling Silver to th' House Stoutheart. These gentleponies are Sirs Buckwheat and Dandelion." The ponies flanking the manservant shift their considerable builds into some form of a courteous bow. The trim and tidy manservant continues, "Canterlot honors us by its swift answer to cries for justice. If you three will come with me, I am instructed to take you straightaway to our base of operations at the local inn where th' full details of this here...assassination will be made most clear."
A flash of anger sparks across his face, before it is hidden behind a mask of professional indifference. "We have a luxury carriage waiting outside. I am also instructed to field any questions you may have while we ride."Last edited by TheAmishPirate; 2013-12-29 at 09:33 PM.
I'm developing a game. Let's see what happens! Complex.
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2014-01-04, 11:54 PM (ISO 8601)
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((hey forgot it was my turn ))
Riposte keeps her vaguely-threatening silencee while she mulls over what was said. The inn is a choice she wouldn't have made. There may be a motive behind that. She hasn't heard of an inn or tavern that would be secure enough outside of The Bat Wing back in Canterlot.
"And have you ensured nopony will be listening in once we're there?"Ask me about our low price vacation plans in the Elemental Plane of Puppies and PieSpoiler
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2014-01-10, 03:54 PM (ISO 8601)
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When in doubt, use cute little dragons.
Game and roleplaying stuff.
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2014-01-11, 05:54 PM (ISO 8601)
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"Gratitude will be yours in plenty once these murderers are brought to justice." Sterling Silver responded impassively. "Were this a less civilized time, House Stoutheart would have carried out their sentences most swiftly. However, th' senior Lords and Ladies recognize the need for...impartial judgement, and have seen fit to place their judgement in the hooves of your team."
Here his brows furrowed, his eyes turning sharp and piercing. "We have th' utmost confidence that our trust in you has not been misplaced."
"Since the time of the incident, House Stoutheart has increased its presence in Kenbucky. Not a pony comes and goes without our knowing; much less a spy. We could not forgive ourselves if we allowed an accomplice to the murderers to escape their just reward."Last edited by TheAmishPirate; 2014-01-11 at 06:09 PM.
I'm developing a game. Let's see what happens! Complex.
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2014-01-12, 10:29 PM (ISO 8601)
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Ask me about our low price vacation plans in the Elemental Plane of Puppies and PieSpoiler
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2014-01-20, 07:13 PM (ISO 8601)
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"I assure you, sir, your trust is not misplaced! Instead of revenge, which would just lead to more revenge, we will bring justice, which will ensure that this incident does not happen again."
Originally Posted by TheAmishPirateWhen in doubt, use cute little dragons.
Game and roleplaying stuff.
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2014-01-20, 10:03 PM (ISO 8601)
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Sterling Silver nodded approvingly. "It is most reassuring t' hear."
"Such travelers are few and far between. Kenbucky is not a well-traveled area by any standards." Sterling Silver explained with the barest hint of annoyance.
"But what few there are travel freely, yes?" Solar Eclipse spoke up with the barest hint of imminent disapproval.
"Of course, Madam. Of course." He explained, his tone falling back to its usual restraint. "House Stoutheart will not remove its hospitality, though th' times be trying ones. A record of their travel is all we take, then they are free to leave."
"And what of the ones who seem suspect?"
"...there have been no others, yet. The primary suspects are already in custody."
With that, the group of ponies leave the modest station. Awaiting them is a luxurious carriage - fashioned in the country, homey style that Stoutheart ponies adore - complete with reinforced sides, triple-locking doors, and faintly glowing runes of protection and anti-eavesdropping. In another life, it may have been an armored stagecoach, but today it was their personal ride.
Sterling Silver moved to open the doors, while his guards took up their positions in the harnesses. With impeccable manners, he held the doors open for the guests of honor, assisting Solar Eclipse and Riposte with the steps.Last edited by TheAmishPirate; 2014-01-20 at 11:11 PM.
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2014-01-22, 01:56 AM (ISO 8601)
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Stagecoach Ride
Ever not the dainty flower, Riposte rebuffs the assistance. That's something that always confused her, how "gallantry" is based around making absurd stereotypes around gender. Regardless, the hippogriff has been a soldier her entire life and not prone to fainting if ignored by stallions.
Luxury usually meaning "big" would be a good thing, though. Mixed parentage means taking up a lot more space. Riposte then waits for everypony to get inside before conversation resumes.Ask me about our low price vacation plans in the Elemental Plane of Puppies and PieSpoiler
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2014-02-08, 04:00 PM (ISO 8601)
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[Quest of Glory]
"Ah, so you have ideas already! I shall have to speak with you of them."
Glory carefully stepped aboard and gave a nod to Riposte. "I do think they could extend that kind of courtesy to the lords at times as well."When in doubt, use cute little dragons.
Game and roleplaying stuff.
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2014-02-09, 10:46 PM (ISO 8601)
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[Stagecoach Ride]
The small group of ponies bounced along the Kenbucky countryside. Unfortunately, secrecy demanded the curtains be pulled on their stagecoach; only the steady rumble of their cart's wheels told them they were traveling at all.
"I trust you've all been properly introduced to the particulars of this case. House Solace trespasses on Stoutheart lands, Stoutheart orders them to leave, they offer their objection by murdering the young lord Goldenrod." Sterling Silver recounted the tale with bitter dispassion. "I have been instructed to answer any detailed questions you might have about the incident. Anything to bring these ponies to their just end."I'm developing a game. Let's see what happens! Complex.
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2014-02-10, 10:10 PM (ISO 8601)
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As much as Riposte wants to tell Sterling where to shove that obviously wrong story... and also Glory's preference towards being dainty... the hippogriff holds her tongue on that. After a moment to think, the oathguard manages to object in a more appealing way.
"More ponies would likely be sure that justice has been served if we first disprove that there's more to this. Tell me about your kin."Ask me about our low price vacation plans in the Elemental Plane of Puppies and PieSpoiler
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