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Post by Zeras on Dec 8, 2022 17:26:50 GMT -5
A smile which is reminiscent of a true hell born devil, an image from one’s darkest nightmares is what the remaining guard is faced with. In a light tone, “Well, I suppose that I shall give you a hand if you do not desire to speak of anything”. Striding over with a pace, not too fast or too slow. Bending over to sight the severed hand from earlier, picks it up by the fingertips. Tossing the mutilated appendage right in front of the guard. “Also, don’t cry or scream too easily. It truly takes the fun out of this.” Right in front of him, the Tiefling takes all the power in his right hand to launch a fist right into the prisoners’ stomach. A large gasp of pain escapes from the prisoner. My bad habit is rearing its ugly head once more. Well I should act this out till the end.
The prisoner looks on at the Tiefling in pure terror, features mirrored his inner fear. Lightly observing this man would find him to be trembling with eyes averting from the Tiefling. “I advise you to answer his questions. If you don’t then I get to do whatever I want to you.” His fear becomes more apparent in all of his features, especially his eyes.
“All right, all right. I’ll tell you. Just please don’t torture me.” He looks towards Nathaniel with pleading present within his eyes.
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Post by mchart (Nathaniel Shishalee) on Dec 9, 2022 18:06:36 GMT -5
The guard stutters, "There were 10 of us initially and yes we found the the cave to the north about 3 hours walk" with that the guard points north with a shaking hand. Nathans ask "Any more archers or how about spellcasters?" The guard says "One more Archer and I think our leader Belcor new some magic". "One last thing" Nathan askes "Are there passwords or symbols" the Guard responds "Not that I know of, but I only joined recently". Nathan examines the guard closely to see if he lying. Satisfied with the guard's response he says "Right, I believe you, go south and If we see you again we will kill you"
Nathan waits for the guard to move out of sight. He gathers up the hand axes attaches one to a loop in his left hip opposite the one on his right and the others he slips into his belt at his back. Finally Nathan attaches one of the knifes and scabbards to his left leg covered by his boot. Then he puts on one of the tabards and passes one to Zeras and says "Right, well we have disguises know which way to go, shall we?". Without Hesitation Nathan heads north towards what he hopes will be Bex's cave and the clues it contains.
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Post by Zeras on Dec 9, 2022 19:41:57 GMT -5
Turning his head to face Nathaniel, with a weird smile on his face. One that looks like a smile, yet does not feel like one. "You sure letting him leave was a good idea?" Wondering what exactly is going on inside the head of his friend, he just shakes his head, side to side and shrugs. "Ah well. If he does invite reinforcements, I doubt they would be strong enough to stop us. though, we should not be complacent." Feeling that this is going quite smoothly so far, only invites a larger sense of danger for the Tiefling.
Walking aside the dark elf, following after him with less than a half step difference going past trees as well as bushes. "I hope we are going the right way and the information we got was real. But, from the way that rogue was acting when we interrogated him, it is not likely he lied." If he did, I'll hunt him down. Not like it's going to change anything, but it'll be for my own satisfaction. Brushing away the far reaching leaves from the branches, he continues searching his surroundings. Ensuring that he captures any odd sight within the forest. "So our foes in the upcoming fight are a few melee fighters, an archer, and their magic wielding leader. I'm willing to fight any of their combatants, but let's decide on a plan first. We can fight similar to the prior scenario or since we know that we will encounter them anyways as foes, the both of us can go fight together. The last option is a pincer strategy." The Tiefling continues his strides forward, but at this point not caring too much about noise.
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Post by mchart (Nathaniel Shishalee) on Dec 10, 2022 16:42:43 GMT -5
"We should be OK he has to go and get any reinforcements and that will take time and he is injured so that will slow him down a lot" and Nathan says with a rye smile "I will not murder helpless prisoners unless I am given no choice"
As they walk Nathan ponders on what tactics to use. After a while he offers "Well I think we will do best attacking at night as it will be getting dark soon. We can pick off who we can as silently as possible perhaps replacing them so we can kill the next shift. I have to be honest there is only one of them that could be an issue and that is the spell caster, I am hoping if we attack at night we can catch this 'Belcor' without spells prepared and possible kill him or her before they can cast anything" Nathan pauses and the asks "What do you think?"
Nathan wanders if Zeras is a monk maybe he knows some magic, all the studying and meditation must lead to something and so he asks "Do you know any magic, I am afraid I do not, but if you do it might be useful against the other spellcaster"
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Post by Zeras on Dec 10, 2022 18:33:09 GMT -5
"I suppose we have different idealogies then." A helpless smile falls upon his face. "Attacking by surprise at night is a well renowned strategy and I do suppose it would only be in our favor to do so. Though we should aim at the gap when the majority of their group is asleep or drowsy, a time close to the dead of night". A sharp glint surfacing from his eyes, licking his lips. I do believe it is in our best interest to either rid of their leader first or to eliminate as many of the underlings before the mage arrives to assist." Arms swaying by his side, the Tieflings appearance is one of deep thought.
"I'm afraid, I don't understand magic in the least. Though, perhaps we should attempt to seperate their group first. Where one of us could distract the group while the other goes after the leader." Airing his opinion, he continues walking next to Nathaniel. I do want to fight a mage, haven't fought a mage yet. Must be a delectable fight, it is a good thing I practiced my stealth in my youth. "I do have a bit of skill in the way of stealth. I possibly would be able to sneak upon the leader to eliminate the greatest threat first, then the rest aren't much trouble at all. Well, that is my opinion on this and I believe I've spoken enough for now. What is your idea Nathaniel?"
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Post by mchart (Nathaniel Shishalee) on Dec 11, 2022 5:02:28 GMT -5
Nathan's face stays impassive but thinks REALLY, killing a defeated helpless foe after you promised life, a somewhat disappointing 'ideology' really. Not what I expected from a disciplined monk but that is why he could be wandering rather than with his order.
After think for a bit longer Nathan offers "I think we should pick off the guards where we can first then you sneak in and do your work. While you do your work I can run interference perhaps disable a few of the guards if I catch them so we can get more information, in fact if you think it is worth the risk you could always incapacitate 'Belcor' after all she or he may have more info on the Sols stone".
In the gathering darkness they see fire light and Nathan tries to circle the camp but it seems they are next to a low cliff face. Nathan takes a wider circle up so they may travel up the side and then notices there is a guard, possibly the Archer, standing on top of the cliff looking out over the camp. Nathan whispers "Shall we take him now or wait, could be a good time for you to practice your stealth skills, but when he is gone they might notice so we will have to act quickly"
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Post by Zeras on Dec 11, 2022 18:53:49 GMT -5
Faced with the ideas from Nathaniel, he takes time to sort out his thoughts. If we are to disable the first few outer perimeter guards, it would be necesary to do so in a short amount of time. Before the whole camp is alerted, a part of their manpower will already be useless. Coming out of his reverie, setting his gaze upon the dark elf. "I am agreement of taking down the perimeter guards as fast as possible. Following that, you would be most apt to distract the entirety of the camp for a bit. Distracting for only a slot of time, long enough for me to put an end to their leader. If there is anything unexpected, get out as fast as your legs can carry you. Though, if there aren't any unexpected factors around the base. I shall be there to aid you in defeating the rest of these guards."
Nothing left to be said, only awaiting the other to decide if that is a plan which is feasible. A plan only works when the entire group of masterminds are in agreement. Approaching the climax of this night, his body and mind already prepared for what's to come next.
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Post by mchart (Nathaniel Shishalee) on Dec 12, 2022 18:53:36 GMT -5
Nathan nods "OK if you take out the archer we can then look down on the camp. Then if you go from one end of the camp I will take the other and once we can cleared the sentries I will start the distraction which will most probably include setting the place on fire. According to the numbers we were given there should only be 6 including Belcor but I think will have to be careful. Make sure you deal with this Belcor as fast as you can because I doubt it will be as simple as has been described, you take the archer now"
Nathan watches Zeras moves silently towards the archer and readies his hand axe to throw in case things go wrong. Nathan thinks I hope Zeras as good as his word to clear this Belcor character quickly otherwise this could turn absolutely appalling at the drop of a hat. Well if he fails I can at least escape and silently Nathan frees his wings in preparation for what is about to come. Nathan silently offers up thanks to his father for his training and his mother for birthing him into a healthy body and he waits to see how Zeras does.
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Post by Zeras on Dec 14, 2022 16:30:19 GMT -5
Approaching the archer as silently as he could, rapidly nearing. Slipping through the shadows through the forest, avoiding any moonlight. His prey gradually appearing in his sight. Timing the moment the archer moves his eyes away from his direction, waiting a few moments. Now! Appearing as a shadow right beside the unknowing victim, fastening his arm around his neck. The expansive muscles within the arms of the Tiefling explodes as they tighten around the neck of the soldier. Placing his opposite hand onto the mouth, halting any attempts at yelling or screaming. Not much can be heard, but a small peep. Loud enough for only Zeras to hear.
Placing the body down lightly, as to not create any noise. Now, where's the spell caster? As the though passes through his mind, a medium sized human brushes the tent flap out of the way. Slowly moving forward, the human is somewhat shorter than the Tiefling. A fair skinned male around 5'10 with hazelnut hair and a pair of pitch black eyes holding onto a small staff. Though the equipment he wore appeared to be quite expensive, adorned with a cape seemingly too gaudy for the wilderness. Those eyes of his appear to be like an abyss, one may fall into and never have the opportunity to escape. Quite the dangerous one. Even though, he has not seen what the othe is capable of. The spell caster is not one to be easily made fun of.
As the human made his rounds in different locations of the base, he came out to a more desolate location. Only one guard around, yet more than a third of the campsite seperates them. Stalking the spell caster seemed a tad easier than expected. Waiting for the moment, the guard is unable to view Belcor. Casting clone self quickly. The clone walks out of the brush, while the real Zeras moves towards the opposite side. Belcor quickly looks over to the clone, surprised for a moment. Then seemingly getting a grip over himself, "you think you can rival me? There must be something wrong with that head of yours". Belcor starts to cast a spell, the clone rushes forward near Belcor while a faint smirk appears on the face of the clone. Belcor observes that smile, wondering if there is something wrong. In the moment of hesitation, a heavy fist backed up by a menacing weight of a couple hundred pounds of force comes into contact with the back of his head. Falling head first into the ground, Belcor somehow still breathes. Unconscious, but still alive. Quite tenacious. He won't be getting up for a while.
Hearing yelling and screaming from the other side of camp, the Tiefling makes his path over. Hope Nathaniel is doing well.
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Post by mchart (Nathaniel Shishalee) on Dec 15, 2022 17:51:04 GMT -5
Nathan seeing only one other guard and Belcor distracted elsewhere in the camp, silently glides down behind the guard and just before he hits the ground he smashes his hand axe into the back of the guard's neck almost beheading him. The guard drops forward without a noise as Nathan slowly lowers his body to the floor.
It seems that this camp is a lot simpler than the previous with just two tents, on large one in the centre (for the mob thinks Nathan) and a small one next the the cave entrance (possibly for Belcor thinks Nathan). Nathan looks around, seeing a couple of flasks of oil he opens then up throws them, watching them splatter the tent with their flammable contents. He then grabs a brand from the fire and throws it at at the tent. He stands for a few moments drawing his second hand axe admiring the tent ignite and flames spread rapidly.
Nathan moves towards the one entrance to the tent and waits. He hears the commotion on the inside and some one staggers out screaming in panic. Then to Nathan's surprise the individual draws a knife from his belt leaps at Nathan. He almost catches Nathan off guard, almost... Nathan blocks the attack with his left axe and hacks into the side of the the man's neck with his right. That individual drops to the ground blood gushing from the slash in his neck. The next two stumble out together the one on the left gets an axe to the skull, shattering it and spilling brain matter on the floor. The one on the right gets an axe embedded in his chest, both fall to the floor dead.
Nathan hears a ripping sound and it looks like one of the mob has cut his way out, he gets an thrown hand axe embedded in his face for his trouble. The second person out of the rip drops below Nathans attack and comes up swinging. Nathan jumps back with the assistance of his wings and than darts back in using his wings to propel himself forward. Nathan Slashes across the man's thigh opening to the bone and when he drops to one knee Nathan smashes his of the axe blade first into the individual's temple taking the top of his head off and exposing part of his brain. That individual drops to the ground dead and one more staggers out of the tend by the front flap, Nathan hammers the butt of his axe into the last one knocking him out.
Nathan then hears a deep and throaty laugh come from the cave entrance and out steps an huge and impressive warrior. He stands over 7' tall and carries a long sword in one hand and battle axe in the other. Nathan launches a Hand axe but the warrior smashes it out of the air. Nathan draws his one remaining spare axe and moves up on this warrior who seems to be covered head to foot in chainmail. Nathan nods at Zeras indicating he should attack from the opposite side and launches into attack with both axes hopefully to distract the big man to allow Zeras a clear strike.
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Post by Zeras on Dec 18, 2022 2:01:31 GMT -5
Making his way across the camp towards the location Nathaniel is at. Stealthily approaching through the shadows of trees, tents, or other large objects. Hearing the clashes near, where he assumes Nathaniel is at. Hoping those screams are from the enemy, rushing over to Nathaniel’s aid as soon as he can. Arriving at the scene, the Tiefling is greeted with the view of Nathaniel facing off against a large warrior, someone who can truly be called a ‘warrior’ in its full capacity.
I thought Belcor would be the most challenging opponent here. Perhaps he was a puppet head for this group of evil doers. This. This man is extremely strong, though so what? I believe we can defeat him. Watching Nathaniels’ courage in fighting this foe, emboldens Zeras. Lowering his posture to find a spot to prepare the tension in his legs muscles, to create a burst of speed to get close to this monster as fast as possible. Bringing his arm back in preparation for a fast and strong punch, aimed for his head.
A loud noise erupted from the impact. The man towering over seven feet tall, stumbled a few steps forward. A pitiful amount of blood dotting his shoulder. Apparently, the foe had shifted his body to the right in that last few seconds before impact. Are you joking right now? What am I seeing? Launching himself backwards, coming out of his minute reverie. “Hey, uh big guy. Want to tell us your backstory?” Taking a quick glance over to Nathaniel, hoping to rally him so they could start attacking different parts of the large man. Mainly loose appendages to neutralize the feeling in his limbs.
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Post by mchart (Nathaniel Shishalee) on Dec 18, 2022 16:54:19 GMT -5
The big man looks from Nathan to Zeras laughs and in a deep gravelly voice says "No insect I do not and if that is the best you have, go, do not waste anymore of my time". Using the momentary distraction Nathan launches attacks with both axes at the big mans right leg, one at the thigh and one at the knee cap he is cautious as he believes the big man will know it is coming. He cautiousness is rewarded as the long sword (almost a gladius in this giant's hands) swings down deflecting one axe and blocking the second.
Nathan smiles and thinks This should be a real challenge of our skills. He is not strong enough to push the big man off so he gracefully twists back out of the big mans reach. Nathan's eyes Narrow and he sizes the big man looking for weak points.
Nathan then launches his attack high and fast. The big man blocks not only his strike but swings his axe in a figure of 8 to keep Zeras off.
There are some attacks, parries and dodges for a few minutes mostly caution from all parties and the big man says "Worthy meat you are and meat you shall be". Again he looks from Nathan to Zeras and Nathan Looks at Zeras and then at the big man's left leg.
Nathan launches the same attacks with both axes at the big mans right leg, one at the thigh and one at the knee cap. The big man deflects and blocks as he did before and as Nathan twists out of the block the big man drops his sword and grabs Nathans wings the big man hauls back at Nathan hoping to throw him off balance. But this is a trap and the big man only realises when Nathan rather than pull against him jumps back with all of his might. The back of Nathans head connects with the big mans face plastering his nose across it and the big man staggers...
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Post by Zeras on Dec 20, 2022 2:10:39 GMT -5
Seeing the big man stagger backwards, Zeras realizes this is the time where he is showing a gap in his defenses. Reaches over to take the foe’s neck with both arms in an effort to throw him to the ground. Pulling his whole weight towards the ground, in hopes of adding the extra weight to his stubble backwards. Gripping his neck was as if the Tiefling was holding onto a tree, sturdy and strong. For a half of a second, Zeras feels stuck. Following up with adding more pressure and weight to the throw, finally able to pull him onto the ground. Not a soft type of landing, but rather one that is reminiscent of a tree being chopped down by professionals.
Seeing the dazed look on the face of this brute, utilizing this short amount of time to follow up with a flurry of punches raining down on his face. Fist after fist rains down upon all different parts of the body, whether it be the head or chest or arms, there were barely any parts left untouched. Blood perforating all around the body, though it seems as if this man was a larger version of a cockroach, an undying life. Even if he is undying, he won’t be able to get up anyways. Beaten black and blue, but his life force still feeling strong. It takes all he has just to keep the large foe tied down. “Nathaniel, if you want to do something. Do it now, please?” Sounding more of a plea than anything. Leaving it up to Nathaniel to choose if he wants to attempt to capture the man as a prisoner or to end his life.
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Post by mchart (Nathaniel Shishalee) on Dec 21, 2022 18:23:16 GMT -5
Nathan grabs the now discarded longsword and kicks the Battle Axe out of reach. He pauses resting the tip of the blade on the big man's throat and says "The fight is over, stop fighting or I plunge this through your neck, something I doubt even a big man like you could survive".
The big man pauses and scowling up at Nathan and then smiles and asks "So you have me at your mercy what will you do now?"
Nathan says "if you speak honestly and openly and you will be allowed to leave with your life intact" he pause as the big man does not move so he asks "What is you name and why are you and Belcor here?"
The big man responds "I am Whitman and Belcor and I are here to find clues to the location Of the Sol Stone, I was the leader and Belcor is my advisor, he knows far more than me."
Nathan Asks "Who do you work for pointing at the tabard and why do they want the stone?" Whitman answers "I am mercenary and I was hired to lead the expedition, the organization who hired me was the Brotherhood of Sol, I have no idea of their overall plans, all I know is that they are looking for the stone and I think Belcor found a clue and took it to his tent"
Nathan looks at Zeras and asks "Do you have any queries?"
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Post by Zeras on Dec 24, 2022 17:25:01 GMT -5
Looking down on the opponent which he defeated with Nathaniel. Not expecting such a man to give answers off this easily, but there are too many surprising things which occur daily in this world. Walking up to the foe, resting a hand on him and his other hand motioning for the blade. Although I’m not adept at handling weapons, I can at least swing one. Finally grasping the blade from Nathaniel, stabbing into the ground right next to the big man’s head. Not a deep stab which would engulf the whole tip of the blade into the ground, but just enough to get the threat across. I mean it isn’t as if we are going to kill the man right now anyways, so resting the blade as such should not be a problem.
Staring down at the large bear of a man. “Are there any more gangs like yours around, which were also sent by that lovely employer of yours?” A small internal struggle can be seen through the foe’s face. “Come on, big man. It is not as if we are going to your employer and telling them that you ratted the others out. What’s there to think about?” A small sigh of defeat escapes from his lips. Whitman starts to explain that there are at least one other group out there in search of the stone. “Well, you don’t know much, do you?” Holding Whitman down, passing the blade back to Nathaniel. “Anything else we need to know?”
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