Dissentions V2.0 Game Thread

[Tasslehoff]

From deep within a black cloak, a voice hisses,

"Lady Luck shall be an excellent leader. For no victory occurs without some measure of luck."

"And I'd much rather allow the fools Ronin and Mythmonster to get their oh-so-coveted fight, than to force the Believer to fight the Fist. At least, for today..."

The Warlock's cloak seems to twist and swirl. A hiss is heard as air rushes to fill the void left by the disappearing warlock.

 

[The13thRonin]

From deep within a black cloak, a voice hisses,

"Lady Luck shall be an excellent leader. For no victory occurs without some measure of luck."

"And I'd much rather allow the fools Ronin and Mythmonster to get their oh-so-coveted fight, than to force the Believer to fight the Fist. At least, for today..."

The Warlock's cloak seems to twist and swirl. A hiss is heard as air rushes to fill the void left by the disappearing warlock.

The Ronin speaks to no one in particular. Be careful whom you insult fool. The shadows follow you wherever you choose to hide.

Lady Luck I am aware of your attempts to manipulate circumstances against me. Let me warn you here and now... Your time will come... Your luck will run out... Or I will drive it from your very soul...

This tournament begins how it will end, The Ronin grasps the handle of his katana and bellows BY MY UNFORGIVING BLADE.

 

[mythmonster2]

Hmph, it appears the Ronin shall fight me. *The Vampyre pulls out his secret weapon, a thin steel rapier* I usually fight without this, but when fighting armed people, this is my weapon. This will not be the first time it will taste human blood.

 

[The13thRonin]

Hmph, it appears the Ronin shall fight me. *The Vampyre pulls out his secret weapon, a thin steel rapier* I usually fight without this, but when fighting armed people, this is my weapon. This will not be the first time it will taste human blood.

I will teach you to fear the light. The Ronin twirls his unsheathed katana and glancing at the rapier, laughs If your fighting abilities are as unimpressive as that little stick then I think your teammates are going to be carrying you away piece by piece.

 

[Neverwonagame3]

Switching my vote temporarily to Abstaining.

 

[Rogueknight]

*The Risk-Breaker sits with his teamates on the far side of the gathering area, fiddling with a small dice game whilst the shouts and curses echo around him. His coarse brown travelling clothes are completely unremarkable, his long brown hair streches down to the shoulder and looks for the most part unkempt. Aged in his mid thirties the Risk-Breaker offers a sly smile as another competitor comes to join his game.*

Oh, 22 and bust my friend, so close you were! No no, put your money away, we are on gentlemans rules today thanks to the good man Tolis and his 500 gold piece welcoming offer!

Where is the Serving Girl, we need more wine!

*The Risk-Breaker hushes himself quickly, turning to ensure the Dreamer has not woken from her rest. Satisfied she continues to sleep soundly, he clips his companion round the ear and tells him to be more quiet next time.*

*At the side of the table lies his provisions, a set of full plate armor upon a wheelbarrow, with a Heavy Steel Shield and a Warhammer beside it. The helm is adorned with runes which glint faintly against the light. The centre of the helm is two precious stones, ruby and amber. As they intersect the gems have been cut to merge into one another.*

A wizened old trader once passed this on to the Risk Breaker. The Stones are covered with ancient writings, said to ensure that the wearer will never be caught unawares and unprepared.

 

[The13thRonin]

I have been persuaded to step down for now and forfeit my claim on the Vampyre's life. The Ronin turns to the Vampyre in obvious anguish It's your lucky day my friend, someone in this competition likes you enough to stay my lust for blood.

The Sacred Fist can fight the True Believer for now.

 

[Rogueknight]

I'd like to nominate The 13th Ronin, The Ronin, to fight Pinman, the Sacred Fist.

 

[The13thRonin]

I call for support votes in my name. I have given my word I will not slay the vile Vampyre as of this round and I have no wish to fight the Sacred Fist, there is no honor in that fight. I do not like it any more than all of you. But I am no coward and I will fight perhaps in the second round. If you want to look at it from a logical standpoint better to have the first two fights of the tournament decided so that the majority of you are not susceptible to sudden unwarranted death in the arena for the arena calls for blood, and if not mine and the Sacred Fist's then whose? Who is willing to risk their neck in my place?

 

[BananaLee]

Ah, the Ronin has decided not to fight. Certainly, he intended to play with us all - and tricked a number of us.

I'll change my vote to Sacred Fist and True Believer. If one man doesn't wish to fight, I'll suggest someone who does.

 

[The13thRonin]

Ah, the Ronin has decided not to fight. Certainly, he intended to play with us all - and tricked a number of us.

I'll change my vote to Sacred Fist and True Believer. If one man doesn't wish to fight, I'll suggest someone who does.

I AM NOT A COWARD, SUGGEST SO AGAIN AND I WILL SLAUGHTER YOU!

The Ronin looks furious and the shadows reach out for BananaLee, grasping at his neck

[OOC: That was not a vote]

I change my votes to support myself and the True Believer to fight.

 

[Chandrasekhar]

Very well. As my team mate no longer wishes to fight, I shall revert my vote to its previous state. Let the Sacred Fist fight the True Believer.

 

[mythmonster2]

Hmph, you realize it was a fight you would lose. Then I will once again fight the were-beast.

 

[Niklas]

Hardly able to stand still for the mirth contained in her, the old woman again bangs her staff repeatedly in the ground.

Hahaha, fighting for the right to die, then fighting for not fighting, young men with addled brains, hahaha! So the Ronin had a change of heart then? Or someone gave him a new heart at least, how convenient, haha!

Sacred Fist against True Believer it is then, may the most pompous zealot win!

 

[choxorn]

In accordance with my teammate's wishes,

I once again change my vote.

Vampyre vs. Were-Beast.

 

[dcbandicoot]

Ronin, I do not suggest you are a coward but would instead suggest that you make the decision to fight or sit out and commit to it before calling others out.

For now, I will vote Sacred Fist and True Believer.

 

[LightFang]

lightfang has been promoted to leader of team 8.

OOC: I like how it says that Izipo is the leader of team 8. Also that it is now named "Shoguns of Destiny".

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You fellows move quickly!

The Void Walker's eyes, or at least, the gray bits that count for eyes, sparkle. Or they seem to sparkle. They at least dance a bit.

Watch, for me, the one who walks across dimensions, the one who cannot stay still for want of adventure, who goes peregrinating on vagaries, one who has traversed infinity, has no need to change my vote!

But, this is a discussion for never. I care not what you do. I came to watch some good battles and to fight myself. It has been a long time since I've been so excited, for I've seen many worlds in the meantime.

But...I guess my first act as the leader of Team 8 should be to rename the team. For now, I'll call it The Overcast Knights since we seem to be a pretty depressing bunch, although I bet we could find some honor in some of us yet!

He laughs, a sort of laugh that wavers with tremolo in and out of this world. Pretty creepy.

 

[Bullshido]

The prophet exits from his tent.

"An interesting letter, my dear ronin" He pulls out sheet of parchment and tears it to pieces, tossing it into the coming wind.

"That is what your word is worth. You have changed your vote 3....4? times now? Your "remembering an act of good-will..."

The prophet snorts in discust.

"Your memory is short. Promises of honor mean nothing from one without it."

Bullshido opens his palm and a flame bursts forth which burns the blowing paper scraps to cinders.

"You are shallow, arrogant, and petty. This will be your undoing. I believe you're too weak to face the future trials, in this world and the one that ticks ever closer. I vote for the Ronin to battle the sacred fist and i urge you all to do the same. Do you really want to continue to endure his cowardly and whimsical nature?"
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Votes totals moved to my other post. (next page)

 

[The13thRonin]

You just sealed your fate Bullshido. Your future holds nothing but darkness. And you will rue this moment for the rest of your short agonizing life.

As for your word, why don't you fill the rest of the competitors in on your secret alliance with Nahkarma and what you said about team five... Something to the effect of "Getting rid of the weak." Wasn't it?

Shame I had to let that cat out of the bag eh? Oh well... The Ronin whistles to himself

[OOC: I would just like to say that as arrogant as I act in-game, I'm just having a bit of fun, I'm trying to create a little disorder for us all to revel in. After all a games no fun if nothing happens. But it is just a game at the end of the day, and if I met any of you in real life (even Bullshido whom I have chastised {in character} above) I would buy you a beer (or fruit juice for you young-ins who aren't of age ) and welcome you as a friend. What happens in-game, stays in-game right guys?]

 

[Neverwonagame3]

I'd like to pick a fight with Bullshido myself. I vote for myself against him.