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S1 E1 "Pilot" (RP)
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Jan 4, 2023 11:21 pm
PRE OPENING CREDITS SCENE
The camera pans through a snow covered wood 'til it finds, two sets of booted prints heading deeper into the forest. It's just on the edge of night.
The camera finds two people, a young woman and a young man, trudging through the ankle deep snow, their breath misting in the air. The woman carries a thermos; the man carries a small hatchet.
She looks around as they walk, boots crunching on the fresh snow. She looks back the way they came, the tunnel of trees dark and foreboding. What looked like a 'winter wonderland' from the car now looks creepy as hell.
"Jack, come on. I'm getting cold. Just pick one. We're going too deep." She motions to the pine trees surrounding the 'trail' they walk down.
"Babe, come on. It needs to be perfect." He looks back at her and can see the nerves on her face. "The sign's bullshit. I told you--this is public land. 'KEEP OUT' doesn't apply."
"Then why was it posted?!"
"It was ooooold. Even if it was legit at some point, it's not now. We're not gonna get arrested for walking through the woods."
"Yeah, but cutting down a tree? We can just get one from a lot."
He motions her to follow and keeps walking. "Babe. That's boring."
He walks a few feet, breath misting in front of him. "We're, like, pioneers. Just like the olden times."
He looks back at her and smiles. "Just a bit further then we'll get choppin'."
She smiles back, weak, and they continue.
The camera cuts to a clearing, the trees surrounding it stunted and twisted. Becky and Jack enter from the trail that's now more-or-less just tall winter grass.
"Dude," he points the axe head toward a lone tree in the middle of the clearing. "See! Look at that beast!" His voice is oddly muted in the snow laden clearing. His tread sounds like cracking styrofoam as he hustles toward the lone pine.
"Wait, slow down!" She jogs after him, her knees having to lift high.
When she catches up, Jack is already hefting the axe, beaming with excitement.
She gets a better look at the tree. Her face scrunches up in disgust. "It's, like, diseased."
He hesitates for a minute. "Nah. It's ancient. Gives it Christmas character!"
He swings the axe, the blade connecting with the trunk. A clang rings out--like metal on metal. "Jesus," he laughs. "It's harder than I thought."
Her stomach twists from the discordant sound of the axe hitting the tree. She's feeling 'off.' "Jack... wait."
But he's already swinging again. This time the axe blade bites into the trunk. Sounds like bone splitting.
The head gets stuck. A thick liquid begins to bubble out, round the wedge of the blade. "Ungh...there's, like, sap pouring out." He chuckles. Pulls hard, frees the axe then swings again. THUNK!
This time the 'sap' squirts from the trunk, splattering on Jack's parka front. It's deep red, almost black, and it steams in the cold, winter air.
"Ew, what the hell!" The 'sap' gushes from the wound in the tree trunk, melting the snow it pours on. The tree shakes, needles fall from its boughs. The air is humming with a noise.
"Becky... Becky go. Go!" Something doesn't feel right about all this and he wants to get away from this tree.
She watches the 'sap' gushing out, in fascinated horror. "Jack, what the hell--"
A sound like a log bursting in a white hot fire. Bark splinters fly out from the tree, dashing against them.
A hand, withered and decayed is reaching from the trunk.
They both scream and run. The camera tracks them as they tear through the woods, finding the trail and panting as they run for their car and the road.
Becky hears Jack shouting at her, as they run, though only just barely over her roaring breath.
"Go! GO! Keep going, keep going!"
There's a sound like a large animal in pursuit. Breaking branches and crunching underbrush.
She breaks from the woods, passed the KEEP OUT sign and slams into the passenger side door of their car.
Her fingers numb with cold and fear she gets the door open and throws herself into the car, then slams the door. Jack! The keys!
She pants trying to catch her breath. Jack... She gathers her courage then opens the door and goes back outside.
Grunting and groaning, Jack bursts from the woods and drops to his knees. Blood trickles down his face.
She runs over to him, leaving the car door ajar. "You're bleeding!" She shouts as she grabs his coat round the shoulders and tries to drag him to his feet. "Come on, come on. Are you hurt? Was it chasing? What the hell is this?!"
He let's Becky drag him toward the car. "I don't know. Just, let's just go."
They get back to the car, and Becky climbs in the still open passenger door while he runs round to the driver side. As soon as his butt hits the seat, his keys are in the ignition and the engine is turned over an' roaring.
Jack and Becky look at each other, relief starting to wash over their faces. They made it back, and they're leaving.
She reaches over the center console and puts her hand on his thigh. "What the actual hell was that?" Her voice shakes, slightly with laughter, thinking it's over.
She hears a sound from the back seat. She turns, and screams, unable to make sense of what she's seeing.
"Brad....ock..." its voice creaks.
And the camera cuts to black.
[ +- ] TWO WEEKS AGO
The camera pans through a snow covered wood 'til it finds, two sets of booted prints heading deeper into the forest. It's just on the edge of night.
The camera finds two people, a young woman and a young man, trudging through the ankle deep snow, their breath misting in the air. The woman carries a thermos; the man carries a small hatchet.
Becky
"Jack, come on. I'm getting cold. Just pick one. We're going too deep." She motions to the pine trees surrounding the 'trail' they walk down.
Jack
Becky
Jack
Becky
Jack
He walks a few feet, breath misting in front of him. "We're, like, pioneers. Just like the olden times."
He looks back at her and smiles. "Just a bit further then we'll get choppin'."
She smiles back, weak, and they continue.
The camera cuts to a clearing, the trees surrounding it stunted and twisted. Becky and Jack enter from the trail that's now more-or-less just tall winter grass.
Jack
Becky
When she catches up, Jack is already hefting the axe, beaming with excitement.
She gets a better look at the tree. Her face scrunches up in disgust. "It's, like, diseased."
Jack
He swings the axe, the blade connecting with the trunk. A clang rings out--like metal on metal. "Jesus," he laughs. "It's harder than I thought."
Becky
Jack
The head gets stuck. A thick liquid begins to bubble out, round the wedge of the blade. "Ungh...there's, like, sap pouring out." He chuckles. Pulls hard, frees the axe then swings again. THUNK!
This time the 'sap' squirts from the trunk, splattering on Jack's parka front. It's deep red, almost black, and it steams in the cold, winter air.
Jack
"Becky... Becky go. Go!" Something doesn't feel right about all this and he wants to get away from this tree.
Becky
A sound like a log bursting in a white hot fire. Bark splinters fly out from the tree, dashing against them.
A hand, withered and decayed is reaching from the trunk.
They both scream and run. The camera tracks them as they tear through the woods, finding the trail and panting as they run for their car and the road.
Becky hears Jack shouting at her, as they run, though only just barely over her roaring breath.
Jack
There's a sound like a large animal in pursuit. Breaking branches and crunching underbrush.
Becky
Her fingers numb with cold and fear she gets the door open and throws herself into the car, then slams the door. Jack! The keys!
She pants trying to catch her breath. Jack... She gathers her courage then opens the door and goes back outside.
Jack
Becky
Jack
They get back to the car, and Becky climbs in the still open passenger door while he runs round to the driver side. As soon as his butt hits the seat, his keys are in the ignition and the engine is turned over an' roaring.
Jack and Becky look at each other, relief starting to wash over their faces. They made it back, and they're leaving.
Becky
She hears a sound from the back seat. She turns, and screams, unable to make sense of what she's seeing.
???
And the camera cuts to black.
Jan 4, 2023 11:28 pm
NOW | Exterior, Witch Craft Brewing
The camera shows a snow covered street in small town, downtown Salem MASS. A large brick building, emitting the smell of mash, rests on a not so busy corner. Yellow light glows from the windows, illuminating the nighttime sidewalk. The sign above the door, and painted on the side of the building says Witch Craft Brewing Co.
Cut to the interior, in the spacious, mostly customer-less tap room. Long wooden tables dot the floor, but only a few regulars drink at the polished bar. Sad Christmas decorations are still stung up, even though the holiday is a week gone by now.
Actually, there is a party of people sitting at one of the taproom tables. The camera jumps to them--a party of six. The dim, warm light of the bar shines off the tall glass of beer set in front of each person--a mix of colors and states of fullness. The mood of those gathered is not very festive.
"Whelp. We're dead."
Tara takes a loud sip from her cloudy hefeweizen. "We did, literally, no holiday sales." She looks at the ledger in front of her. "Well, I mean, figuratively. No sales that is. We're, still, literally dead."
She looks around the table at friends / coworkers / co-owners / coven. "Unless one of you has a Christmas miracle you forgot to share, we're not gonna be paying our rent this month, sooooo likely not next month either..."
She pauses, letting her words sink in, and waiting to hear opinions...
No worries for anyone who hasn't finished their sheet--as noted, 3 post a week so plenty of time to add to it, or jump in!
Let's try and exercise a "yes and..." approach, as you all already know each other, the town, your lives, etc. Assume good intent in the beliefs and ideas other characters have regarding your own PC, and let's play off each other!
The camera shows a snow covered street in small town, downtown Salem MASS. A large brick building, emitting the smell of mash, rests on a not so busy corner. Yellow light glows from the windows, illuminating the nighttime sidewalk. The sign above the door, and painted on the side of the building says Witch Craft Brewing Co.
Cut to the interior, in the spacious, mostly customer-less tap room. Long wooden tables dot the floor, but only a few regulars drink at the polished bar. Sad Christmas decorations are still stung up, even though the holiday is a week gone by now.
Actually, there is a party of people sitting at one of the taproom tables. The camera jumps to them--a party of six. The dim, warm light of the bar shines off the tall glass of beer set in front of each person--a mix of colors and states of fullness. The mood of those gathered is not very festive.
Tara Hensley
Tara takes a loud sip from her cloudy hefeweizen. "We did, literally, no holiday sales." She looks at the ledger in front of her. "Well, I mean, figuratively. No sales that is. We're, still, literally dead."
She looks around the table at friends / coworkers / co-owners / coven. "Unless one of you has a Christmas miracle you forgot to share, we're not gonna be paying our rent this month, sooooo likely not next month either..."
She pauses, letting her words sink in, and waiting to hear opinions...
OOC:
Boom, let's roll. Let's take this scene to introduce our characters! Post when you're ready--IC is now open. What does the camera see; who are these folks? I'll also intro the main plot point for this episode.No worries for anyone who hasn't finished their sheet--as noted, 3 post a week so plenty of time to add to it, or jump in!
Let's try and exercise a "yes and..." approach, as you all already know each other, the town, your lives, etc. Assume good intent in the beliefs and ideas other characters have regarding your own PC, and let's play off each other!
Jan 5, 2023 2:21 am
As the camera pans around the table, it holds briefly on an attractive girl with long, bright blonde hair. The girl is dressed elegantly in a form-fitting white blouse with a light scarf in a dark, anthracite grey around her neck. She's wearing a pair of black-rimmed glasses that despite their thickness still look like a fashion accessory as well as a visual aid. The beer in front of her looks almost completely untouched.
"It is not surprising," the girl says in a fairly thick accent that's not quite Russian but close enough that most would probably not be able to tell the difference. "Who drinks beer for holidays? It is mulled wine time." The girl is clearly the youngest one around the table and while she would have been allowed to drink for years back home in the Czech Republic, she would definitely still need to show ID to get any beer here. Well, not here, since everyone working at the brewery knows that she is 21. And because she never once expressed interest in taking any of the product home.
She looks at Tara, then glances around the gathered witches around the table. "Maybe a winter festival to ring in the New Year? Spiced, hot beer? Do people drink that?"
"It is not surprising," the girl says in a fairly thick accent that's not quite Russian but close enough that most would probably not be able to tell the difference. "Who drinks beer for holidays? It is mulled wine time." The girl is clearly the youngest one around the table and while she would have been allowed to drink for years back home in the Czech Republic, she would definitely still need to show ID to get any beer here. Well, not here, since everyone working at the brewery knows that she is 21. And because she never once expressed interest in taking any of the product home.
She looks at Tara, then glances around the gathered witches around the table. "Maybe a winter festival to ring in the New Year? Spiced, hot beer? Do people drink that?"
Jan 5, 2023 6:49 am
I think that a winter festival sounds like a wonderful idea," Sarah replies, obviously delighted. "Maybe we could sell mulled cider!"
Jan 5, 2023 1:48 pm
A festival could work, if we do it right. What about branching out into new products? A solid whiskey or bourbon could help turn things around. Deacon looks over at Tara as he asks her a question. Do we have any kind of capital..to at least entertain the idea?
Deacon sits back in his chair and takes a healthy drink of his beer. Setting the mug down he mentally reassures himself that the meeting will end soon. Knowing situations like this are necessary Deacon attends the meetings more to help his sister and fellow coven members.
Feeling boredom begin to rear its ugly head, Deacon leans forward and rests his arms on the edge of the table.
Deacon sits back in his chair and takes a healthy drink of his beer. Setting the mug down he mentally reassures himself that the meeting will end soon. Knowing situations like this are necessary Deacon attends the meetings more to help his sister and fellow coven members.
Feeling boredom begin to rear its ugly head, Deacon leans forward and rests his arms on the edge of the table.
Jan 5, 2023 9:59 pm
At the mention of mulled beer the camera snaps to awell kept blinded woman just in time to catch a grimace cross her face before she tries to look unconcerned again.
Dress in a well tailored suit though with the jacket currently over her chair the witch leans back and tries to force out a smile. 'We' ve had bad buisnes before. This will be fine, it'll tide over... ' The way her fingers tapped nervously on her own pile of papers in front of her wgave away she didn't necessarily believe her own words.
'... Unfortunatly we can't exactly change the brewery into a distlleray and... Well it's an interesting idea Tereza but mulled beer I don't will take off. Then again, there was that brewery that made bacon stout.... Jemma how much magic can you work?'' She throws a quest n glacé at the head brewer as she start to look through the papers in front of her.
'An event tp promote a new beer... It would be a tight turn around on time. I can try and query some contacts in cider making, see if they want to collaborate... We' d have to do most the work in house, if we want to profit off it, rather than contractors..'.
Dress in a well tailored suit though with the jacket currently over her chair the witch leans back and tries to force out a smile. 'We' ve had bad buisnes before. This will be fine, it'll tide over... ' The way her fingers tapped nervously on her own pile of papers in front of her wgave away she didn't necessarily believe her own words.
'... Unfortunatly we can't exactly change the brewery into a distlleray and... Well it's an interesting idea Tereza but mulled beer I don't will take off. Then again, there was that brewery that made bacon stout.... Jemma how much magic can you work?'' She throws a quest n glacé at the head brewer as she start to look through the papers in front of her.
'An event tp promote a new beer... It would be a tight turn around on time. I can try and query some contacts in cider making, see if they want to collaborate... We' d have to do most the work in house, if we want to profit off it, rather than contractors..'.
Jan 5, 2023 10:46 pm
"It was a thought," Tereza says, shrugging with her palms raised up. "The primary idea was an event in-house. Whether we present a new kind of beer or not is different matter. And hot spiced beer was not meant to be new product, only the gimmick for the event. We advertise, invite friends maybe. It is too bad the solstice is over. That would have been a nice date, but maybe we can schedule for the full moon. Just to get a bit of business into the store, yes?" She looks around, grimacing at the Christmas decor still up. "We do need different decorations for it. This is no good in January."
Jan 6, 2023 2:10 am
Fair enough on the whiskey and bourbon idea. Deacon looks around at his sister and fellow coven members. Out of curiosity, what has been the all time best selling brews that we've offered? If we do go with the festival idea, why not dust some of them off and bring them back. We can have a sort of greatest hits night. We can offer the greatest of the old and the best of the new. Hell, we can even host a trivia night. The yuppies really eat that stuff up.
Jan 6, 2023 4:31 pm
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Unfortunatly we can't exactly change the brewery into a distlleray...Tara Hensley
She jumps in the middle of Tereza and Deacon's banter. "Full moon soiree? Cool, cool. But...our marketing budget is, like, nil. So we'd need to DIY it--lots'a favors called in, blah blah blah."
"An' Deacon, um..." she flips about in her notes. "Ah ha. Yeah, not to piss anyone off, but our top 4 selling have all been IPA."
She holds her hands up in a 'don't shoot' motion. "I'm just the messenger."
Jan 6, 2023 4:59 pm
Deacon shakes his head like he just tasted something awful. Not that weak shit. Ugh, if that's our only choice...so be it. So if our budget is going out like the dinosaurs, then that rules out possibly having our little event catered. If we were able to have that happen, then we could charge by the plate. Deacon finishes off the beer in front of him and grabs another that was near by..
Jan 6, 2023 6:20 pm
"IPAs," Tereza repeats with a shrug. "If they sell, they're good, so no problem." She then thinks about Tereza's comment about decoration. "I do not have many friends here, but I can ask some for help. Maybe in exchange for free beer? We can have crafts evening!" She chuckles about that idea. It feels delightfully like primary school.
When Deacon finishes his beer, she pushes hers towards him. She's taken two or three small sips from it but it's still mostly full.
When Deacon finishes his beer, she pushes hers towards him. She's taken two or three small sips from it but it's still mostly full.
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Jan 6, 2023 7:59 pm
Finally, the big pile of hair moves and the face of Jemma appears. Her rich brow hair flows down the middle of her back. She looks bone tired. There is a red mark on her forehead as she have been resting her head on her hands while the others spoke.
Caroline, I'm not putting bacon in bear. That is just awefull.
One by one she looks at her friends, partner and coworkers. The IPA's a fruity beer, why not delve into that some more? Advertise beer for women. Buy a six-pack of witches brew, by the fifth, you will be cackling.
What else can we do? Give up? Summon up some investors?
Caroline, I'm not putting bacon in bear. That is just awefull.
One by one she looks at her friends, partner and coworkers. The IPA's a fruity beer, why not delve into that some more? Advertise beer for women. Buy a six-pack of witches brew, by the fifth, you will be cackling.
What else can we do? Give up? Summon up some investors?
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Jan 6, 2023 8:27 pm
Deacon nods appreciatively as Tereza slides her beer over. Sitting the unopened beer down he picks hers up to finish it off. Taking a healthy drink, Deacon pauses as Jemma wakes up. That's a fair point, we definitely need to do something. Even though I think it's weak as hell, perhaps that is the way to go.
Pausing a moment Deacon looks over at Tara with a, for once, serious look on his face. Do you have a list of the best selling IPA's? Perhaps we can bring them back and do a kind of greatest hits taste testing. We could even call in what favors we do have, or even ask for one...That way we can redecorate, advertise, get some food, and probably even toss in a triva night or a contest or two. Perhaps that will at least start the money train rolling in the direction we need it to.
Pausing a moment Deacon looks over at Tara with a, for once, serious look on his face. Do you have a list of the best selling IPA's? Perhaps we can bring them back and do a kind of greatest hits taste testing. We could even call in what favors we do have, or even ask for one...That way we can redecorate, advertise, get some food, and probably even toss in a triva night or a contest or two. Perhaps that will at least start the money train rolling in the direction we need it to.
Jan 6, 2023 8:56 pm
As the decorations are mentioned Caroline goes to raise a hand before catching herself remembering that while spare there are a couple of normal humans in the build. '..I'll get Alabastor to take care of them later.
'I wasn't going to force anyone to put bacon in beer.. though it does surprise me what people will put in their mouth out of curiosity...'
There's another grimace at the IPA's being the best sellers, and then a raised eyebrow at the idea of 'woman's beer.' Her eyes flick toe the stout next to her. 'I..well perhaps it could draw in some who see beer as a 'mans drink' but it may also alienate others as well...The catch phrase I like though. I can see what I can do on those favours and contacts. '
'I wasn't going to force anyone to put bacon in beer.. though it does surprise me what people will put in their mouth out of curiosity...'
There's another grimace at the IPA's being the best sellers, and then a raised eyebrow at the idea of 'woman's beer.' Her eyes flick toe the stout next to her. 'I..well perhaps it could draw in some who see beer as a 'mans drink' but it may also alienate others as well...The catch phrase I like though. I can see what I can do on those favours and contacts. '
Jan 6, 2023 9:22 pm
"This is going to be so much fun," Tereza grins. "I can already see the poster. The full moon shining through a tall glass of beer... Oh, maybe a black cat sneaking around it. I need to draw up a sketch."
She glances around the group, surprised at the general outrage at IPAs. She's had some before and it tasted... like every other beer. Better not to mention that unless she wants the others to get suspicious about her tastes, though. "How about tomorrow, we ask around our friends, come up with some ideas for decorations, slogans, anything." She nods at Deacon to acknowledge his idea. "Trivia topics. Prizes? And then we meet again tomorrow evening for sharing the ideas."
She glances around the group, surprised at the general outrage at IPAs. She's had some before and it tasted... like every other beer. Better not to mention that unless she wants the others to get suspicious about her tastes, though. "How about tomorrow, we ask around our friends, come up with some ideas for decorations, slogans, anything." She nods at Deacon to acknowledge his idea. "Trivia topics. Prizes? And then we meet again tomorrow evening for sharing the ideas."
Jan 8, 2023 5:17 pm
Jemma says:
Summon up some investors?Tara Hensley
"She's at, like, every Chamber of Commerce meeting." She looks each of her friends, one by one, then shrugs. "Just a thought."
She flips through pages again, getting the info Deacon asked for. "Eh, Potion Number 7, Newt Eye, IPA, Hocus Pocus Citrus IPA...hmm, maybe we just need new names. Anyway, yeah we have a list of what sold well, and what didn't."
Tara chimes in after Caroline and Tereza. "O.K., then we'll call tomorrow an official meeting. So someone will need to keep minutes. For, like, legal reasons and st--" her eyes move to the door as she trails off. "Oh God. What does she want...?"
The camera cuts to the taproom's front door, the one leading out to the street. A woman stands there, looking around for a few seconds, brushing fresh snow from her shoulders. She wears the uniform of the SPD.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
"Ladies," she says. She looks at Deacon. "And gentleman." She nods at him.
"Can I get a moment of your time?" It sounds more like a demand, than a request.
Jan 8, 2023 5:29 pm
"Whatever you think we did, it was probably Caroline," Tereza says in a playful tone. "You cannot trust that girl." With a chuckle, she stands up and takes a half step towards the bar. "Of course we have a moment. Can I offer you something to drink while you're here?"
Jan 8, 2023 5:56 pm
I swear Chief, I haven't been using the hay bales for target practice again. Deacon says as he listens to the Chief speak. Noticing the posture of her stance and the tone of her voice, Deacon sits forward as the Chief asks to speak to the coven. What's happened?
Jan 9, 2023 7:34 am
Caroline raises an eyebrow at Tereza, though witha smile on her face. 'Come on now, the Chief know I will never do anything bad. Right Chief?' She grins at the woman and gestures for her to pull up a chair. Despite the suit jacket on her chair her arms were still covered by the long sleeves of her white shirt, as always. Any questions about her overheating also got her usual shrug.
' I'm taking this visit isn' t just because you miss us and want to hang out?'
' I'm taking this visit isn' t just because you miss us and want to hang out?'
Jan 9, 2023 11:18 am
Jemma turns and swish her hair dramatically. Yes Chief Sarah, what can we do for you?. Jemma stands to great the Chief and to be the proper hostess. Can we get you anything?. Now she is standing one can truely appricate Jemmas outfit. A tight pair of jeans and a loose cream colored blouse, completes the ensemble, along with a pair of sturdy black working boots. She makes it look elegant
Jan 10, 2023 12:08 am
Chief Sarah Sweeney
She settles with answering Jemma's offer. "No. No, I'm fine; thanks though." She also declines to take a seat, despite the offered one. Instead, she awkwardly places her hands on the table and addresses the general question regarding why she's here.
"We've got a, ah, situation--a scene really--that we--I mean I--would appreciate you having a look at."
"Some cross country skiers found a car out near the Devil Pines trail. Looks like it was buried in the snowstorm we had this past week. And with the thaw..." she shrugs.
"Well, there's a couple bodies in the car. And their state is," she sighs and puts her hands in her pockets, "well, their state is pretty weird. You kinda gotta see it to believe it."
Chief Sarah Sweeney
"...I'd really appreciate it."
Jan 10, 2023 5:07 am
After having her own offer first mirrored by Jemma and then ignored by Chief Sweeney, Tereza stands awkwardly by her chair for a moment before slinking back down into it. "We would be happy to help." She takes off her glasses for a moment, transforming her face somewhat as the proportions of her features seem to shift enough without the lenses to make her look just a bit different. After rubbing her eyes, she puts them back on. "Early in the morning, yes? After that, we have our own preparations to work on. We do not want to be homeless, no?"
Jan 10, 2023 6:43 am
There's another grimace at the blatant use of the word homeless, especially right in front of the chief. Caroline keeps the grin up and let's out a chuckle to try and mask her u certainty.
'Tereza is of course exaggerating, however while I will be happy to help the town out, as the other might be as well, if we are to spend our time we could be working on their business.. A consulting fee or something would make sense?'
'Tereza is of course exaggerating, however while I will be happy to help the town out, as the other might be as well, if we are to spend our time we could be working on their business.. A consulting fee or something would make sense?'
Jan 10, 2023 8:07 am
Of coarse Chief. Jemma puts on her coat, ready to go now. I assume that you want our expert opinion while the scene is as fresh as posible, right? Tomorrow it would have melted more
I'm all for that you guys hit her up for a consultant fee, but Jemma cant
OOC:
I'm all for that you guys hit her up for a consultant fee, but Jemma cant
[ +- ] Heroic (Major)
This noble soul never says no to a person in need. She doesn’t have to be happy about it, but she always comes to the rescue of those she feels can’t help themselves. She’s the first one to run into a burning building, usually agrees to hunt monsters for little or no pay, and is generally a pushover for a sob story
Last edited January 10, 2023 8:09 am
Jan 10, 2023 8:34 am
"Well, that is certainly an option as well," Tereza says excitedly when she sees that Jemma is getting ready to leave right away. She throws a glance over to her coat, hanging behind the bar counter. "And I think an even better one. I cannot wait to see what this is about." She throws Caroline a look. The idea of asking for a consulting fee didn't even occur to her. The times she has helped out the police before, it was because it's exciting, not for any reward.
She turns to Tara. "Assuming of course we're done here for right now?"
Also, is Tara a witch? I'm not sure if that was stated somewhere. I probably missed it
She turns to Tara. "Assuming of course we're done here for right now?"
OOC:
Tereza is Curious, so while she won't mind a reward, it's not a motivating factor for her.Also, is Tara a witch? I'm not sure if that was stated somewhere. I probably missed it
Jan 10, 2023 12:58 pm
You said the bodies were in the car, so that'll rule out anything like an animal attack. Could they have simply broke down and died from exposure to the cold? Deacon sits forward and is instantly giving the Chief his undivided attention. Just as he was about to speak again, Jemima mentions heading out now. Standing up he grabs his coat from the back of the chair and starts to put it on. With his impulsive nature kicking in, Deacon is ready to head out now.
Jan 10, 2023 2:06 pm
"Deacon, if the Chief thinks this is something we can help with," Tereza tells him with a chuckle. "Then I'm sure they already ruled out exposure. Let's trust her that the bodies are in a weird state."
And more importantly, she adds in her thoughts. Let's have a look at them.
And more importantly, she adds in her thoughts. Let's have a look at them.
Jan 10, 2023 5:35 pm
Caroline stares as the rest of the coven in disbelief as the jump to help. They had just been discussing financial troubles and yet all of that seemed forgotten at the mention of a mystery. Mysteries didn't pay bills. She sighs and grumbles under her breath as she pulls on her suit jacket. '..fine sounds like you've got us at least for a little bit.
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Jan 10, 2023 11:28 pm
Sarah has largely remained quiet during the conversation, but her interest piques when the sheriff enters and makes her case. "Sheriff, I don't mean to be crass, but we're more than a little financially strapped. Any chance there is a reward or incentive for helping out? I mean, we will regardless, but..." She rises and puts on her winter gear.
Jan 11, 2023 8:33 pm
OOC:
Sounds like everyone is in agreement to head out tonight, though not necessarily about free of charge or not.Tereza Hrabikova says:
She turns to Tara. "Assuming of course we're done here for right now?"Tara Hensley
OOC:
Let's say Tara is a dabbler. Not full on witch.Chief Sarah Sweeney
She addresses Caroline and Sarah. "*Sigh* I have a discretionary fund, but how the hell would I even note this in the ledger? *Sigh* I'll see what I can do, and get back to you..."
Addressing Tereza and Deacon, she says. "Yeah. It's definitely not only exposure. I'll say that much. You just kinda have to see it. Although exposure may need to be what's recorded on the autopsy report."
To Jemma, the chief says, "I only got the squad car." She points at it, as you leave the brewery, resting in the street against the curb. Snow's building up on its windshield. "Are you all O.K. following me, or does anyone want to ride behind the cage?"
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Caroline, I was reading some "feels" in the interaction regarding compensation for helping out. I offer you a BENNY if you test your soundness here--a Spirit Roll, with a failure resulting in a loss of a point of Soundness. It's your call!!Jan 11, 2023 9:41 pm
Caroline's eyes dart to Sarah as she is more blunt about the reason asking for a fee, and grits her teeth. Yes they were in a bit of a tight time, but they didn't need to repeatedly point out to the sheriff they were struggling. They would get out the rough patch soon and no-one needed to know they were ever in it. '...consulting? They just don't need to know what we're experts on.'
'I'll pass on the police car. Can't have anyone thinking I've done something wrong now if they see me.' She adds a wink trying to bring back a jovial tone. Knowing the kind of cases Sarah brought them, the ones in their domain, they needed to joke while they could.
'I'll pass on the police car. Can't have anyone thinking I've done something wrong now if they see me.' She adds a wink trying to bring back a jovial tone. Knowing the kind of cases Sarah brought them, the ones in their domain, they needed to joke while they could.
OOC:
Can't turn down the offer of the first roll of the game.. this could go badly.Rolls
Spirit - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (64) = 10
Jan 11, 2023 11:23 pm
"Me on the other hand, I want people to think just that," Tereza comments with a grin. "Makes me look dangerous. Like bad girl. Please arrest me, Officer Sweeney." She holds out her wrists towards the woman as if expecting to be handcuffed, then follows her to the police car.
Jan 12, 2023 8:54 am
Tereza resieves a smack in the back on the head from Jemma as she passes by. Behave!
Outside Jemma gets into the breweries small pickup truck. A small dreamcatcher with a pink crystal in the middle, starts to swing back and forth as the engine turns over.
Get in! She calls
What do you think?
Outside Jemma gets into the breweries small pickup truck. A small dreamcatcher with a pink crystal in the middle, starts to swing back and forth as the engine turns over.
Get in! She calls
OOC:
As she has a skill point in driving, I think she has acces to a car and for a brewery I was thinking a small pickup truck[ +- ] something like this truck
Jan 12, 2023 12:18 pm
Deacon leans over and laughs as he hears Tereza's comment. The back of a patrol car isn't all that glamorous, trust me I know. Deacon says as they all head outside. Looking around at the vehicles, Deacon decides to throw caution to the wind. I'll ride with the Chief, it'll be a change riding up front.
Jan 12, 2023 12:51 pm
Caroline rolls her eyes at Tereza's antics as she also walks past. 'If anyone sees you in the back I don't know you. Sarah are you on team sensible or maverick? ' Her tone is still lighthearted as she hops into the passenger seat of the pickup.
Jan 13, 2023 3:45 pm
Jemma's 'reprimand' of Tereza comes just in time to keep Chief Sweeney from stammering in embarrassment.
Face still red, she opens the squad car's rear door. "Whoever wants in, just, get in. And don't make it weird."
Really, Sarah Sweeney has always considered herself easy going--especially for a member of the force. But the coven always makes her feel uptight and stodgy.
Car doors close with satisfying whomp thunks, gears are shifted, and tired crunch over fresh snow as the two vehicles pull away and drive west.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
Really, Sarah Sweeney has always considered herself easy going--especially for a member of the force. But the coven always makes her feel uptight and stodgy.
Car doors close with satisfying whomp thunks, gears are shifted, and tired crunch over fresh snow as the two vehicles pull away and drive west.
Jan 13, 2023 4:18 pm
Establishing Shot - the camera swoops in over the snow covered pine forest. Two vehicles pull to a slow to a stop on what's, little more than, an access road. There's already a squad car on the scene, with an officer leaning on the trunk. There is a second car already at the location as well, still mostly covered in snow.
Scene opens with everyone exiting the chiefs squad car, or the coven's truck. The snow the new arrivals crunch through, as they approach the already waiting squad car, is ankle deep.
The chief talks as you go, breath misting in the air. "This is still a crime scene, so go easy, O.K."
"We've identified the two decedents, from I.D.s found in the car." The group closes in on the snow covered car. "And you all know Officer Hadley, I think." She gestures at the young man.
He nods to the coven as he approaches. His face clearly shows indifference. Maybe forced tolerance.
Hadley leads you over to the driver side door and shines his flashlight in through the window.
Inside the car you see a man and woman--age indeterminate by the level of desiccation. The victim's have looks of surprise on their faces, and hairy strands extend from their exposed skin. The interior of the car, including the victim's bodies, is covered in a layer of a shiny yellow substance.
"You can open the door if you want." Hadley offers to anyone listening.
Scene opens with everyone exiting the chiefs squad car, or the coven's truck. The snow the new arrivals crunch through, as they approach the already waiting squad car, is ankle deep.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
"We've identified the two decedents, from I.D.s found in the car." The group closes in on the snow covered car. "And you all know Officer Hadley, I think." She gestures at the young man.
Officer Hadley
Hadley leads you over to the driver side door and shines his flashlight in through the window.
Inside the car you see a man and woman--age indeterminate by the level of desiccation. The victim's have looks of surprise on their faces, and hairy strands extend from their exposed skin. The interior of the car, including the victim's bodies, is covered in a layer of a shiny yellow substance.
Officer Hadley
OOC:
This is a scene of investigation, that has already had an amount of telegraphing. Just approach it with natural language and don't worry about rolls. You can always @ me, or hit me on the Gamersplane Discord in the Savage Worlds thread if you have questions that need an immediate answer from me! Jan 13, 2023 4:20 pm
Sitting in the back of the police car, Tereza eyes Sweeney closely as they ride, both directly and in the rearview mirror. She's silent for a while but there are thoughts swirling in her mind. She had been kidding around but something about the older woman's reaction had aroused something in her. She's still kidding around. Mostly.
She throws a glance at Deacon in the front passenger seat as well but decides he won't mind. As they're approaching the crime scene Sweeney is taking them to, Tereza leans forward. In a low voice, her slavic accent on full display, she asks the policewoman, "So, was that a 'no' to handcuffing me or a 'let's first get to know each other better'?"
It's a long shot. A very long shot. But hey, sometimes it's fun to shoot even if you doubt you'll hit the target.
She throws a glance at Deacon in the front passenger seat as well but decides he won't mind. As they're approaching the crime scene Sweeney is taking them to, Tereza leans forward. In a low voice, her slavic accent on full display, she asks the policewoman, "So, was that a 'no' to handcuffing me or a 'let's first get to know each other better'?"
It's a long shot. A very long shot. But hey, sometimes it's fun to shoot even if you doubt you'll hit the target.
Jan 14, 2023 11:17 am
After the arrived, Jemma sits alone for a moment in the car before getting out. She calls out names of power. Names like Hekate, Heimdal and The Morrígan. Her normal brown eyes now have a golden sheen as she exits the car.
She nods to the officer when he offers to open the victim's car door and she examines the scene, with her increased senses.
She is silent all the while as she continues the name-calling mantra in her mind.
Boost perception and detect the arcane
She nods to the officer when he offers to open the victim's car door and she examines the scene, with her increased senses.
She is silent all the while as she continues the name-calling mantra in her mind.
OOC:
Boost perception and detect the arcane
[ +- ] Boost/Lower Trait
Rank: Novice
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (boost); Instant (lower)
Trappings: Physical change, glowing aura, potions.
This power allows a character to increase or decrease a target’s Trait (attribute or skill).Boosting an ally’s Trait increases the selected Trait one die type, or two with a raise. Lowering an enemy’s Trait has a Durationof Instant and lowers the selected attribute or skill a die type with success, or two with a raise (to a minimum of d4). A victim automatically tries to shake off the effect with a Spirit roll as a free action at the end of his following turns. Success improves the effect one die type, and a raise removes the effect entirely.
Additional castings don’t stack on a single Trait (take the highest), but may affect different Traits.
MODIFIERS
**ADDITIONAL RECIPIENTS (+1): The power may affect more than one target for 1 additional Power Point each.
**STRONG (+1): Lower Trait only. The Spirit roll to shake off the effect is made at −2.
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (boost); Instant (lower)
Trappings: Physical change, glowing aura, potions.
This power allows a character to increase or decrease a target’s Trait (attribute or skill).Boosting an ally’s Trait increases the selected Trait one die type, or two with a raise. Lowering an enemy’s Trait has a Durationof Instant and lowers the selected attribute or skill a die type with success, or two with a raise (to a minimum of d4). A victim automatically tries to shake off the effect with a Spirit roll as a free action at the end of his following turns. Success improves the effect one die type, and a raise removes the effect entirely.
Additional castings don’t stack on a single Trait (take the highest), but may affect different Traits.
MODIFIERS
**ADDITIONAL RECIPIENTS (+1): The power may affect more than one target for 1 additional Power Point each.
**STRONG (+1): Lower Trait only. The Spirit roll to shake off the effect is made at −2.
[ +- ] Detect/Conceal Arcana
Rank: Novice
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (detect); one hour (conceal)
Trappings: Waving hands, whispered words.
Detect arcana allows the recipient of the power to see and detect all supernatural persons, objects, or effects in sight. This includes invisible foes, enchantments on people or items, weird science devices, and so on. With a raise, the caster knows the general type of enchantment as well—harmful, obscurement, magic, miracles, etc.
Detect arcana also allows a character to ignore up to 4 points of penalties when attacking foes hidden by magical darkness, invisibility, or similar abilities (or all penalties with a raise). Conceal arcana prevents detection of arcane energies on one being or item of Normal Scale (see the Size Table page 179).
Detect vs. Conceal: Detecting arcana against someone or something that’s been concealed is an opposed roll of arcane skills (roll each time it’s attempted, but no more than once per turn). If the concealment wins, the character
cannot see through the ruse with this casting, but may terminate this instance and try again.
MODIFIERS
**ADDITIONAL RECIPIENTS (+1): The power may affect more than one viewer for detect, or item for conceal, for 1 additional Power Point each.
**AREA OF EFFECT (+1/+2): Conceal only. The power affects everything in a sphere the size of a Medium Blast Template for +1 points, or a Large Blast Template for +2.
**STRONG (+1): Conceal only. Detection rolls to see through the concealment are made at −2.
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (detect); one hour (conceal)
Trappings: Waving hands, whispered words.
Detect arcana allows the recipient of the power to see and detect all supernatural persons, objects, or effects in sight. This includes invisible foes, enchantments on people or items, weird science devices, and so on. With a raise, the caster knows the general type of enchantment as well—harmful, obscurement, magic, miracles, etc.
Detect arcana also allows a character to ignore up to 4 points of penalties when attacking foes hidden by magical darkness, invisibility, or similar abilities (or all penalties with a raise). Conceal arcana prevents detection of arcane energies on one being or item of Normal Scale (see the Size Table page 179).
Detect vs. Conceal: Detecting arcana against someone or something that’s been concealed is an opposed roll of arcane skills (roll each time it’s attempted, but no more than once per turn). If the concealment wins, the character
cannot see through the ruse with this casting, but may terminate this instance and try again.
MODIFIERS
**ADDITIONAL RECIPIENTS (+1): The power may affect more than one viewer for detect, or item for conceal, for 1 additional Power Point each.
**AREA OF EFFECT (+1/+2): Conceal only. The power affects everything in a sphere the size of a Medium Blast Template for +1 points, or a Large Blast Template for +2.
**STRONG (+1): Conceal only. Detection rolls to see through the concealment are made at −2.
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Jan 14, 2023 3:44 pm
'...want to bet one them gets kicked out before we get theres?' Caroline chuckles as the take off after the cop car.
As they arrive she immeadiatly hops out and leaves Jemma to her spells, and waves at Hadley with a smile. 'Long time Officer. You miss us?'
The smiles falters briefly as her eyes fall on the car and the bodies inside, before she tries to put o a brave face. She definitely preferred the cases that didn't involve dead people. Not that she would admit it phased her, of course.
'I'm going to go scout for signs of...anything I guess.' She moves to duck into the trees before anyone can stop her, going just far another of be out of sight, especially from Hadly. Taking a deep breath she pulls off her suit jacket, and trying not to shiver at the chill. Slinging it over one arm she unbuttons the top of her shirt and tugs at the right side,. pulling it slightly off her shoulder. The camera catches glimpses of tattoo like markings of vines over the shoulder.
''Alabastor, I request your aid.' She tries not to shiver as she speaks the summons. For a moment nothing happens, the glimpses of green seems to move as her sirt rustles, and a fury claw hand appears from under the shirt. It grows in side as more of the creature crawls out before the is a small brown furred humanoid sittting on her shoulder, tufted points ears swivelling. He hops to the ground and looks up with with catlike eyes as she rapidly fixes her shift and pulls back on her jacket. It offered little protection from the cold, but was better than nothing.
' We've got two dead, in a car. Look around and see if you can find any clues, or any sign of of magic or the occult. The Chief thinks something is up.' She pauses form a moment then starts to speak archaic words traces symbols in the air before tapping the brownie on the head. The faes eyes glow as his sense are boosted.
'Oh and Alabastor, no messing with Hadley. Chief gave us a talking to last time. She'd said the officer wasn't ready yet to see a mischievous fae running around, or causing pranks. Apparently you needed to 'ease people in to these things'
As they arrive she immeadiatly hops out and leaves Jemma to her spells, and waves at Hadley with a smile. 'Long time Officer. You miss us?'
The smiles falters briefly as her eyes fall on the car and the bodies inside, before she tries to put o a brave face. She definitely preferred the cases that didn't involve dead people. Not that she would admit it phased her, of course.
'I'm going to go scout for signs of...anything I guess.' She moves to duck into the trees before anyone can stop her, going just far another of be out of sight, especially from Hadly. Taking a deep breath she pulls off her suit jacket, and trying not to shiver at the chill. Slinging it over one arm she unbuttons the top of her shirt and tugs at the right side,. pulling it slightly off her shoulder. The camera catches glimpses of tattoo like markings of vines over the shoulder.
''Alabastor, I request your aid.' She tries not to shiver as she speaks the summons. For a moment nothing happens, the glimpses of green seems to move as her sirt rustles, and a fury claw hand appears from under the shirt. It grows in side as more of the creature crawls out before the is a small brown furred humanoid sittting on her shoulder, tufted points ears swivelling. He hops to the ground and looks up with with catlike eyes as she rapidly fixes her shift and pulls back on her jacket. It offered little protection from the cold, but was better than nothing.
' We've got two dead, in a car. Look around and see if you can find any clues, or any sign of of magic or the occult. The Chief thinks something is up.' She pauses form a moment then starts to speak archaic words traces symbols in the air before tapping the brownie on the head. The faes eyes glow as his sense are boosted.
'Oh and Alabastor, no messing with Hadley. Chief gave us a talking to last time. She'd said the officer wasn't ready yet to see a mischievous fae running around, or causing pranks. Apparently you needed to 'ease people in to these things'
OOC:
[ +- ] Summon Ally
Rank: Novice
Power Points: 2+
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5
Trappings: The tattoos on Carolines skin comes to life and forms the ally
The ally typically takes the form of a basic humanoid of the appropriate Size but can appear differently based on the caster’s trappings. It materializes anywhere in Range, and with a raise on the arcane skill roll, it’s Resilient as well. The ally acts on its creator’s Action Card and follows her commands to the best of its ability. It has no personality, creativity, or emotions. When the power ends or the ally is Incapacitated, it fades into nothingness, leaving no trace behind. The type of servant that can be summoned depends on the caster’s
Rank. With the GM’s approval, the player may swap abilities. If a hero wants an attendant in the form of a wolf, for example, the caster might exchange the Shooting skill for Survival so that the "animal" can track its foes.
Modifier: BITE/CLAW (+1): The ally can bite or
claw at Str+d6.
FLIGHT (+2): The ally can fly at Pace 12.
MIND RIDER (+1): The caster can
communicate and sense through the ally.
Power Points: 2+
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5
Trappings: The tattoos on Carolines skin comes to life and forms the ally
The ally typically takes the form of a basic humanoid of the appropriate Size but can appear differently based on the caster’s trappings. It materializes anywhere in Range, and with a raise on the arcane skill roll, it’s Resilient as well. The ally acts on its creator’s Action Card and follows her commands to the best of its ability. It has no personality, creativity, or emotions. When the power ends or the ally is Incapacitated, it fades into nothingness, leaving no trace behind. The type of servant that can be summoned depends on the caster’s
Rank. With the GM’s approval, the player may swap abilities. If a hero wants an attendant in the form of a wolf, for example, the caster might exchange the Shooting skill for Survival so that the "animal" can track its foes.
Modifier: BITE/CLAW (+1): The ally can bite or
claw at Str+d6.
FLIGHT (+2): The ally can fly at Pace 12.
MIND RIDER (+1): The caster can
communicate and sense through the ally.
[ +- ] Boost/Lower Trait
Rank: Novice
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (boost); Instant (lower)
Trappings: Traditional Magic, transfers energy to/from target
This power allows a character to increase or decrease a target’s Trait (attribute or skill).
Boosting an ally’s Trait increases the selected
Trait one die type, or two with a raise.
Lowering an enemy’s Trait has a Duration of Instant and lowers the selected attribute or skill a die type with success, or two with a raise (to a minimum of d4). A victim automatically tries to shake off the effect with a Spirit roll as a free action at the end of his following turns. Success improves the effect one die type, and a raise removes the effect entirely.
Additional castings don’t stack on a single Trait (take the highest), but may affect different Traits.
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (boost); Instant (lower)
Trappings: Traditional Magic, transfers energy to/from target
This power allows a character to increase or decrease a target’s Trait (attribute or skill).
Boosting an ally’s Trait increases the selected
Trait one die type, or two with a raise.
Lowering an enemy’s Trait has a Duration of Instant and lowers the selected attribute or skill a die type with success, or two with a raise (to a minimum of d4). A victim automatically tries to shake off the effect with a Spirit roll as a free action at the end of his following turns. Success improves the effect one die type, and a raise removes the effect entirely.
Additional castings don’t stack on a single Trait (take the highest), but may affect different Traits.
Jan 14, 2023 6:18 pm
Deacon turns his head and forces himself to look out the patrol car window. Trying not to laugh at the ongoing conversation, Deacon tries not to laugh, but can't hide the smile on his face.
As they arrive at the crime scene, Deacon immediately starts to take in the details. As they all start to get out, Deacon pauses a moment and nods his head at Hadley. Walking a few feet away from the others, Deacon begins to work on sorting out the tracks in the snow.
As they arrive at the crime scene, Deacon immediately starts to take in the details. As they all start to get out, Deacon pauses a moment and nods his head at Hadley. Walking a few feet away from the others, Deacon begins to work on sorting out the tracks in the snow.
OOC:
Deacon is trying to sort out which tracks belong to the victims and their direction of travel..etc.Jan 14, 2023 9:39 pm
Sarah climbs out of the truck, pulling her jacket tighter around her body. She approaches the car and looks in with a sick feeling. Then, she takes a look around. Spotting a squirrel on a nearby branch, she digs in her pocket for a peanut and offers it to the animal. "What do you know, little friend? What have you seen?" she says to the squirrel quietly.
Casting Animal Friendship, which allows communication with the animal, among other things.
Casting Animal Friendship, which allows communication with the animal, among other things.
OOC:
And spending a benny to try again.OOC:
[ +- ] Animal Friendship
Animal Friendship (Beast Friend)
Rank: Novice
Power Points: Special
Range: Smarts
Duration: 10 minutes
Trappings: The caster concentrates and gestures with his hands.
This spell allows an individual to speak with and guide the actions of nature’s beasts. The cost to cast is equal to the sum of their Size
(minimum 1 per creature; see the creatures in Chapter Six for examples). Controlling five wolves (Size 0) costs 5 points, for example.
Controlling a rhino (Size 5) costs 5 points.
Success means the creatures obey simple commands, like a well-trained dog. They attack foes and endanger their lives for their master. A raise on the arcane skill roll means the beasts are more obedient. They won’t kill themselves but overcome their natural fears to follow their orders.
Swarms can also be controlled. Small Swarms cost 1 point, Medium Swarms cost 2, and Large Swarms cost 3.
Beast friend works only on natural creatures with animal intelligence, not humanoids, and has no effect on conjured, magical, or otherwise "unnatural" animals.
Modifiers
* MIND RIDER (+1): The caster can communicate and sense through any of the beasts he’s befriended.
Rank: Novice
Power Points: Special
Range: Smarts
Duration: 10 minutes
Trappings: The caster concentrates and gestures with his hands.
This spell allows an individual to speak with and guide the actions of nature’s beasts. The cost to cast is equal to the sum of their Size
(minimum 1 per creature; see the creatures in Chapter Six for examples). Controlling five wolves (Size 0) costs 5 points, for example.
Controlling a rhino (Size 5) costs 5 points.
Success means the creatures obey simple commands, like a well-trained dog. They attack foes and endanger their lives for their master. A raise on the arcane skill roll means the beasts are more obedient. They won’t kill themselves but overcome their natural fears to follow their orders.
Swarms can also be controlled. Small Swarms cost 1 point, Medium Swarms cost 2, and Large Swarms cost 3.
Beast friend works only on natural creatures with animal intelligence, not humanoids, and has no effect on conjured, magical, or otherwise "unnatural" animals.
Modifiers
* MIND RIDER (+1): The caster can communicate and sense through any of the beasts he’s befriended.
Last edited January 14, 2023 9:41 pm
Rolls
Faith - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (3) = 3
1d6 : (1) = 1
Faith - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (87) = 15
1d6 : (2) = 2
Jan 16, 2023 11:29 pm
OOC:
Presenting my post in what feels like rough chronological order of the beats for the scene...an attempt anyway 😆Caroline says:
'Long time Officer. You miss us?'Officer Hadley
His gaze shifts to Jemma, and at her nod he opens the car door with his gloved hand.
Jemma, now that you're closer to the scene, and unimpeded by the car door, you can ascertain some information. Specifically, it's now clear to you that the 'hairy strands' extending from the victims faces are roots. And, judging by the smell of the yellow substance, you'd guess it was sap.
OOC:
Let's get Rolls for Notice from you, as well as Detect Arcana, to see if you glean additional information.Officer Hadley
The camera cuts back to Chief Sweeney, whose gaze bounces between the coven members, and doing anything she can to keep from looking at Tereza.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
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@Squadfather44 Let's get a Notice check at -2 to get a sense of the foot traffic, snow melted tracks, etc. To answer your question, yes we're saying the snow is no longer in ideal condition to easily see tracks.Cut to Alabaster. The small fae gives Caroline a toothy grin with its needle like teeth. He runs, catlike toward the wood, the darkness obscuring his movement.
The camera tracks the brownie, for just a few seconds, as he moves between the trees. His lightly glowing eyes fix on something humans would be unable to see... a faintly glowing "track" flowing deeper into the woods. His hair would stand on end as he returns to Caroline with this information, just as...
...Sarah asks the squirrel:
Sarah says:
"What do you know, little friend? What have you seen?"With a shake of its tail, the squirrel bounds a few dozen feet from where the victims car rests. It tells Sarah to follow it, and leads her to the *shiny in the snow*.
If you pull it from the snow you'd find it's cold in your hand, Sarah. Appears to be copper, and it's just a bit bigger than your thumb nail. But heavy.
Jan 17, 2023 7:57 am
Tereza smiles, watching the proceedings around the crime scene rather than looking directly at Sweeney. "Business is good," she says. "Missing money, but who is not, yes? We have a plan to fix this. Little festival under the full moon. Mundane, before you grow concerned." Now she gives the policewoman a brief look as she says, "I will make sure you get personal invitation."
Turning her eyes back to the victims' car, she lets out a breath and steps forward. "But I should help, no? That is why I am here." She takes a quick detour to Hadley to ask him for gloves before approaching the car. Not wanting to get in Jemma's way, she opens the door on the opposite side of the car from her before beginning to look the bodies over. Rather than focus on the grotesque root growth from their faces, she searches their clothes' pockets for anything of interest, whether it be personal possessions or anything possibly linked to what happened here.
Turning her eyes back to the victims' car, she lets out a breath and steps forward. "But I should help, no? That is why I am here." She takes a quick detour to Hadley to ask him for gloves before approaching the car. Not wanting to get in Jemma's way, she opens the door on the opposite side of the car from her before beginning to look the bodies over. Rather than focus on the grotesque root growth from their faces, she searches their clothes' pockets for anything of interest, whether it be personal possessions or anything possibly linked to what happened here.
Last edited January 17, 2023 2:48 pm
Rolls
+Notice - (1D4, 1D6, RA)
1D4 : (3) = 3
1D6 : (63) = 9
Jan 17, 2023 3:47 pm
Deacon shakes his head at the condition of the tracks. How in the hell are we supposed to sort this out. Freaking curiosity...kills the cat every damn time.
Bending down Deacon looks at the tracks around the car and tries to determine if the victim's stayed near it or walked into the woods. Glancing over his shoulder at the car, Deacon asks a single question.. What kind of shoes are they wearing?
Bending down Deacon looks at the tracks around the car and tries to determine if the victim's stayed near it or walked into the woods. Glancing over his shoulder at the car, Deacon asks a single question.. What kind of shoes are they wearing?
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That's my fault on the roll, I forgot to add the -2 to the dice. I can reroll if you want, use a couple bennies to even it out, or whatever you think seems fair.Last edited January 17, 2023 3:51 pm
Rolls
Notice & Wild - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (64) = 10
1d6 : (1) = 1
Jan 17, 2023 8:42 pm
Dunko says:
OOC:
Let's get Rolls for Notice from you, as well as Detect Arcana, to see if you glean additional information.OOC:
Feel free to make such rolls on my behalf. You don't have to wait for me. There are no dice superstitions on GPBut now I'm writing the dice-codes, I can't ask you to remember that her first spell to increase her perception is also in effect. :)
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Edit: Wow that is a 20 on the noticeEditEdit: wow that is a 10 on the notice
Last edited January 18, 2023 7:42 am
Rolls
Notice * - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (64) = 10
1d6 : (64) = 10
Spellcasting (Smarts) Detecting acarna - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (3) = 3
1d6 : (2) = 2
Jan 18, 2023 1:41 am
Sarah rises, palming the shiny. She approaches Jemma and bumps her arm quietly, opening her palm to reveal the object. It was not her intent to keep evidence from the police, but she wanted the others to see it first.
Jan 18, 2023 2:46 pm
Officer Hadley
Chief Sarah Sweeney
Jemma, your spell to detect any magical aura doesn't quite have the potency to determine what occurred here (specifically what type of magic)--although that alone gives you further confirmation this must have occurred a week or more ago. However, you notice something peculiar about the sap: given that it's not found in a specific area of the back seat, combined with the 'spatter' effect it has in the front seat, it's clear the sap was 'expelled' from an origin point. What to do with that info, who knows.
Sarah arrives and shows Jemma her find.
The camera lifts from Jemma's investigation and tracks Tereza as she investigates the clothing of the victims. Riffling through their pockets, etc., doesn't provide any new insights, however you do notice something odd--yep, it's clear that the victims are 'hollow'; at least to some degree. Exsanguinated, and then some.
Cut to Deacon looking through the snow.
Deacon says:
What kind of shoes are they wearing?Officer Hadley
Deacon, you notice a clear set of tracks that, leave the car, and head off to the west. They are unbooted, maybe even barefooted, and have a 'dragging' walk to them. Although you can ascertain the direction, they quickly get muddled the deeper they go into the wood, and you know you'd lose track of them eventually. It's clear the victims did not leave the car once they got in, and that the track you note is not made by them...
Jan 18, 2023 4:23 pm
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Would Deacon be able to figure out that the victims left the car, walked into the woods and then came back?Jan 18, 2023 4:26 pm
'Als found something. Tracks or a trail of some sort.' Caroline sends the text to the rest of the group and pauses. She wanted to follow it... But would likely get yelled t by someone like lst time for going alone. She knew how to handle herself but some of the coven were worriers.
' Good find. Keep looking, I'm going to go back to the rest, see if we can find clues as to what's at the end of that trail' She grins at the fey before trekking back to the rest of the group.
'Anyone want wnt help me follow a..' She pauses and looks at Hadly. '...perfe tly mundane trail? Anything here yet?' She glances over at the car, but flits her eyes away before getting a proper look at the bodies. '... Is it me or are they... Yellow? '
' Good find. Keep looking, I'm going to go back to the rest, see if we can find clues as to what's at the end of that trail' She grins at the fey before trekking back to the rest of the group.
'Anyone want wnt help me follow a..' She pauses and looks at Hadly. '...perfe tly mundane trail? Anything here yet?' She glances over at the car, but flits her eyes away before getting a proper look at the bodies. '... Is it me or are they... Yellow? '
Jan 18, 2023 4:32 pm
Deacon looks up from the tracks as Caroline comes back. I'll go with you, I've got a set of tracks that don't belong to the victim's or the cross-country skiers. They could belong to wha...whoever did this. Given the state they're in, the deeper we go in the woods, we'll probably lose them.
Deacon stands up and points to the victim's tracks, the skiers tracks, and then to the unknown set leading west.
My next question is what we're they doing out here? There's better makeout places closer to town.
Deacon stands up and points to the victim's tracks, the skiers tracks, and then to the unknown set leading west.
My next question is what we're they doing out here? There's better makeout places closer to town.
Last edited January 18, 2023 4:36 pm
Jan 18, 2023 9:45 pm
Squadfather44 says:
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Would Deacon be able to figure out that the victims left the car, walked into the woods and then came back?OOC:
I may not have been clear! I'm editing my previous section for Deacon--edit in red.Jan 18, 2023 11:27 pm
"This is disgusting," Tereza comments, her tone somewhere between genuine disgust and amused excitement. She's never seen anything quite like this before. She mutters something to herself in what is most likely Czech until she is interrupted first by Caroline's text and then the conversation between the siblings. "You go without me. I keep searching here," she says. In a joking tone, she adds, "I'm no use in dark, creepy forest. I would faint." The others know that while she is clearly exaggerating, Tereza does get more easily spooked than the rest of the coven.
She then turns to the two police officers. "May I break off some of these, uhm, roots? I will need to investigate them more closely later, work my magic and all that? Or is that illegal meddling with crime scene?" She's going to take some either way. She just wants to find out if she can do it openly or has to hide it.
She then turns to the two police officers. "May I break off some of these, uhm, roots? I will need to investigate them more closely later, work my magic and all that? Or is that illegal meddling with crime scene?" She's going to take some either way. She just wants to find out if she can do it openly or has to hide it.
Jan 19, 2023 5:44 pm
Officer Hadley
Chief Sarah Sweeney
"Take what you need," she says to Tereza.
Jan 19, 2023 7:03 pm
"You are a sweetheart, Sweeney," Tereza replies, throwing her a big smile before ducking back into the car. She tries to break off a handful of the thin roots growing from the driver's face and, if she succeeds, places them in the pocket of her coat. Keeping the evidence clean is important for the police but for her purposes, it shouldn't matter. Whatever happened here should have imparted far more of an impression on these things than a few hours in Tereza's pocket could.
Jan 19, 2023 7:28 pm
By the Morrigan... It looks like this sap exploded out from somewhere in the front seat!
Officer if you string this car, you could properly find the origin of this sap-event. "String" that's what they call it in CSI:NY.
Jemma approach the police chief
Chief, may I take a few samples of that sap? I would like to study it some more, as this is clear from our area of expertise.
Officer if you string this car, you could properly find the origin of this sap-event. "String" that's what they call it in CSI:NY.
Jemma approach the police chief
Chief, may I take a few samples of that sap? I would like to study it some more, as this is clear from our area of expertise.
Jan 20, 2023 4:26 pm
Officer Hadley
Chief Sarah Sweeney
After Hadley huffs & puffs away, the chief replies to Jemma. "Likewise--take what you need. And I have a forensic guy I can pull in on this for 'stinging'. So you think this is, um, magic? Sorry, I still feel stupid saying that."
The camera cuts to Hadley approaching Caroline. He sticks his hands in his jacket pocket.
Officer Hadley
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[ +- ] Imperfect 'Map' of the Scene - For Clarity
This is just to show the difference in the directions of the two track sets. This is an imperfect representation of the reality of this scene. Whatever you picture in your head is true for you.
Jan 21, 2023 4:58 pm
After collecting the bits of root, Tereza stands back up straight and briefly considers other avenues of investigation. Then she quickly searches the driver's cabin for the switch to open the trunk. Once she's found and hit it, she walks around the car to peek inside it. Maybe she'll be able to find a clue as to what they were doing here in the forest. Which in turn might help in finding out what happened to them.
Jan 21, 2023 7:55 pm
Deacon looks over as Hadley approaches. There's tracks that go in that direction. Deacon points in the direction that the tracks head off in.
Jan 21, 2023 10:58 pm
Caroline's pauses for a moment. She doesn't want Hadley thinking she's leading him on a wild goose chase on a trail he could see. Then again it would prove why they were here.'I mean having a strong officer along wouldn't hurt. Deacon you say you've got your own trail? Mines in that direction She points to where Alabaster had indicated. 'Should we double up and do one at a time, or one of us tales the officer here, and the other grabs some else? I could rescue the Chief from Tereza for a while. Or I can handle myself alone if need be'
Last edited January 21, 2023 10:59 pm
Jan 22, 2023 12:19 am
That's a good idea. We can check both out. Mine looks like it could fall apart and we'll lose it after a few feet. So that may be the easiest and better one to start with, but the choice is up to you. Deacon says as he walks over to Caroline and Hadley.
Jan 22, 2023 9:54 am
Dunko says:
After Hadley huffs & puffs away, the chief replies to Jemma. "Likewise--take what you need. And I have a forensic guy I can pull in on this for 'stinging'. So you think this is, um, magic? Sorry, I still feel stupid saying that."[ +- ] Canvas bag
Yep, there is a shotgun in that bag
I'll watch your back Caroline ...and butt She adds mentally, as she joins the tracking team.
Jan 22, 2023 10:51 pm
Caroline eyes the bag as Jemma pulls it out, clearly unimpressed. 'Always happy to have you.' She smiles before leaning in to whisper in the brewers ear. 'You really should let me teach you attack magic at some point... Less burndomesome then that thing...'
She pulls back again. 'Right let's go tracking. If the rest of you hear screams it's one of those two. She points at Deacon and Hadley jokingly. Jemma and I have ourself handled.
She pulls back again. 'Right let's go tracking. If the rest of you hear screams it's one of those two. She points at Deacon and Hadley jokingly. Jemma and I have ourself handled.
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Are we splitting up or big group? As player latter eems ensible. As Caroline.. She's overconfident enough to thing she and Jemma can handle whatevrs out ther. Last edited January 23, 2023 6:05 am
Jan 22, 2023 11:04 pm
Hadley looks back and forth between Deacon and Caroline, following their exchange.
"If your tracks give out, maybe we'd best see where Caroline's go," he says to Deacon with a shrug.
He eyes Jemma's bag with a sinking feeling. But he can't argue with her logic. He goes along with the three witches (Caroline, Jemma, and Deacon).
The group crunches through the snow, past a sign that clearly states "KEEP OUT."
The camera jumps to Tereza, who is now looking in the trunk of the victims' car with Sarah and Chief Sweeney looking on.
The trunk floor is covered by a small tarp. Laying atop the tarp is a bundle of netting and a foldable pocket knife. Looks like tools you'd use to wrap a fresh-cut Christmas tree.
Cut to the away party--flashlights bouncing between the trees. It doesn't take long before the trail you're following enters a wide, snow laden clearing.
Near the center of the clearing is an odd sight: a tree stump ends in a jagged mess, about two feet from the ground. Surrounding the stump is a mass of wood chips, pine needles, and ichor, all radiating out in a circle as if the tree this stump once was bursts in a large explosion.
The location makes your skin crawl, hairs stirring. A clear sign of strong magic--a feeling "normal" people would experience as existential dread.
Officer Hadley
He eyes Jemma's bag with a sinking feeling. But he can't argue with her logic. He goes along with the three witches (Caroline, Jemma, and Deacon).
The group crunches through the snow, past a sign that clearly states "KEEP OUT."
The camera jumps to Tereza, who is now looking in the trunk of the victims' car with Sarah and Chief Sweeney looking on.
The trunk floor is covered by a small tarp. Laying atop the tarp is a bundle of netting and a foldable pocket knife. Looks like tools you'd use to wrap a fresh-cut Christmas tree.
Cut to the away party--flashlights bouncing between the trees. It doesn't take long before the trail you're following enters a wide, snow laden clearing.
Near the center of the clearing is an odd sight: a tree stump ends in a jagged mess, about two feet from the ground. Surrounding the stump is a mass of wood chips, pine needles, and ichor, all radiating out in a circle as if the tree this stump once was bursts in a large explosion.
The location makes your skin crawl, hairs stirring. A clear sign of strong magic--a feeling "normal" people would experience as existential dread.
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Caroline, Jemma, and Deacon please make Spirit checks, thank you.Jan 22, 2023 11:30 pm
Deacon walks with the others and soon finds himself staring at the odd looking tree. Huh...this looks out of place.
Last edited January 23, 2023 12:29 pm
Rolls
Spirit. Wild - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (3) = 3
1d6 : (63) = 9
Jan 23, 2023 6:42 am
As they set off Caroline's let's off a low whistle. As they walk out the corner of her eye she can see flashes of fur as Alabaster heads along with them, guiding her on the trail he found while staying out of sight.
As they reach the tree she suppresses a shiver as she looks at the scenw. 'Well.. This looks fun..'
As they reach the tree she suppresses a shiver as she looks at the scenw. 'Well.. This looks fun..'
Last edited January 23, 2023 6:43 am
Rolls
Spirit - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (7) = 7
1d6 : (3) = 3
Jan 23, 2023 3:01 pm
"It seems they came to retrieve a Christmas tree," Tereza comments the fairly obvious. She gives the trunk a quick search to make sure there's nothing else of note in here. "This is why at home, we ask the tree if it wants to come. If you don't try to abduct, it has no reason to fight back, you see?"
Noticing that Sweeney seems unsure whether she's serious or not, Tereza adds, "I am joking. My family grow our - their - own trees."
"If true, this means they have been here a long time. Since before Christmas, maybe since early December." She then turns towards the two trails going off into the woods. "I wonder if one of those will lead to the Christmas tree."
Noticing that Sweeney seems unsure whether she's serious or not, Tereza adds, "I am joking. My family grow our - their - own trees."
"If true, this means they have been here a long time. Since before Christmas, maybe since early December." She then turns towards the two trails going off into the woods. "I wonder if one of those will lead to the Christmas tree."
Jan 23, 2023 10:58 pm
Chief Sarah Sweeney
In response to Tereza asking, 'I wonder if one of those will lead to the Christmas tree,' Sweeny says, "well, let's catch up and find out."
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Caroline says:
'Well.. This looks fun..'OOC:
Terezea, please also make a Spirit check--you'd feel the same icky feeling as the others.Chief Sarah Sweeney
She looks around the clearing, scanning the woods. "I don't know. This used to all be private property, owned by the city. I've heard rumors that trespassing was taken very seriously here. People'd end up in jail if they were caught out here. But that was in, like, the 70s."
Officer Hadley
He looks up at Jemma, Caroline, and Deacon. "Does this help you at all? See an exploded tree? I mean, this could be natural, right?"
Chief Sarah Sweeney
OOC:
Is anyone familiar with Gumshoe? I don't go 100% Gumshoe, but I roll with its spirit. So, you've all gathered clues, to one degree or another--Some are obvious it feels, and some are kinda, only half formed. Depending on how you use those clues in your research phase--think Buffy the Vampire Slayer, here--you'll get positive modifiers, and new information that will point you in new directions. There are no 'right' ways to conduct this research. The clues are bonuses to help you, or ideas to drive the fiction forward.That's what the next scene or two will be--though I'll ask for a couple people to set those scenes and get input from others on who is there, etc. We'll rotate that responsibility. Feel free to take the convo offline to OOC thread about where you think you'd like to go forward, but I think it's perfectly reasonable to just roll in IC and see where we land.
PCs should all be up to speed regarding what happened here, in broad strokes, anyway. If you want to look around the clearing or talk to the cops, feel free. Otherwise just give your consent OOC or IC regarding scene transition. Thank you!
Jan 24, 2023 4:58 am
Tereza takes a bracing breath, then follows the two Sarahs into the forest. She feels a shiver run down her back as she reaches the clearing but she manages not to panic, instead, she quips, "Do not tell the others I predicted there would be Christmas tree. They will think I am diviner." Which she of course is, as little as that was necessary for this prediction.
To Hadley, she says, "I do not believe this is natural. And even if it is, something here is not. You did not feel tingling in your spine?"
As for further steps, Tereza explains, "After we are done searching here, I will go home. I should have ritual I can cast to learn about the roots, maybe see what made them grow. I can do it alone but any of you are welcome to join." She looks at Sweeney. "Ever wanted to be part of something magical?"
To Hadley, she says, "I do not believe this is natural. And even if it is, something here is not. You did not feel tingling in your spine?"
As for further steps, Tereza explains, "After we are done searching here, I will go home. I should have ritual I can cast to learn about the roots, maybe see what made them grow. I can do it alone but any of you are welcome to join." She looks at Sweeney. "Ever wanted to be part of something magical?"
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I'm fine wrapping up this scene around hereLast edited January 24, 2023 5:31 am
Rolls
##Spirit - (1D8, 1D6, RA)
1D8 : (7) = 7
1D6 : (3) = 3
Jan 24, 2023 5:27 am
Caroline surveys the scene before turning towards Hadley and slowly placing a hand on his shoulder, giving the officer time to move away if he wish. 'Dear , if you can find me a scientific article about a tree exploding, leaving and weird ichor le me know. Bonus if they niclude dead people covered in branches and sap. I know it tales time, but you know where to find us when you get it, yeah[b] he witch pauses a moment before turning to the rest as if nothing happened.
' Anyone who can collect ichor do so. Something happened here we all... well most of us know it. We should figure it out before it happens again By now the rest of the coven will be used to Caroline's attempt at bravado and leadership in had or odd times, her way or convincing others, and mostly herself , that she had control over the situation.
' Anyone who can collect ichor do so. Something happened here we all... well most of us know it. We should figure it out before it happens again By now the rest of the coven will be used to Caroline's attempt at bravado and leadership in had or odd times, her way or convincing others, and mostly herself , that she had control over the situation.
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Also happy wrapping up to research things and what has been collected Last edited January 24, 2023 5:30 am
Jan 24, 2023 6:54 am
Jemma looks for tree bits from the explosion. The only natural thing that could have caused a tree to explode like this is lightning. Does anyone see any burn marks? If not then: When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth. Jemma is proud that she remembers the Sherlock Homes quote.
She collects a few samples, of tree and sap. Its going to be a long night with the cauldron.
She collects a few samples, of tree and sap. Its going to be a long night with the cauldron.
Last edited January 24, 2023 6:56 am
Rolls
Spirit - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (6) = 6
1d6 : (62) = 8
Jan 24, 2023 7:05 am
Tereza nods her approval at Jemma and, wearing her typical joking smile, comments, "I didn't know you were a Star Trek fan."
Jan 25, 2023 1:13 pm
Tereza says:
"Ever wanted to be part of something magical?"Chief Sarah Sweeney
Officer Hadley
Chief Sarah Sweeney
She reprimands him, be teasing in tone. "It can't hurt to see what they do next. Maybe if my predecessor would have been more open..." and she trails off with a shrug.
Jan 25, 2023 1:17 pm
Scene transition, jump cut to...
@all tell us if you're there, and why, or not and why not.
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We'll roll with Tereza, and if everyone is not there we can branch to a second scene. @bowlofspinach set the scene--where is it; what to do we see, etc.@all tell us if you're there, and why, or not and why not.
Jan 25, 2023 4:13 pm
The camera catches up to the characters climbing a small staircase, just as Tereza, who is leading the group, stops in front of one apartment door. She takes out a keyring and quickly fiddles it into the lock, opening the door. "Welcome to my home," she says. Sweeney definitely hasn't been here yet, some of the coven might have.
The door leads into a narrow hallway. "Take off shoes," she tells them as she unties her boots and slips out of them as well as takes off her long coat, taking the roots from its pocket. "We are not barbarians here."
She then turns into the apartment and shouts, "Přivedl jsem pár přátel, aby vyvolali zlé síly a provedli temné čarodějnictví. Nechoď do mého pokoje!"
A moment later, an exasperated sounding male voice replies, "You know I have no idea what you're saying."
"I'm home," Tereza shouts again. It's almost certainly not a direct translation of her previous greeting. She turns to her guests. "This is my roommate Nicholas. He is in his room. If you hear sex noises, it is him. Unless it is me but you see it is not me right now. So it would be him."
She then leads everyone to the far end of the bent corridor, past the closed door to her roommate's room, the kitchen as well as a bathroom. She opens the door into a vaguely L-shaped room, small enough to start getting fairly crowded with more than four or five people in there at once. There's a simple bed frame with a mattress that could fit two people behind the bend in the room, along with a small nightstand. Other than that, there is a desk, a bookshelf, a wardrobe and a large trunk but very few decorations. There's a photo frame standing on Tereza's desk and what looks like some sort of royal crest on cloth hanging on the wall above the desk, but other than that, the room is very barebones. It is kept meticulously clean, however. And if Sweeney expected a creepy, darkened witch's den filled with cobwebs and shrunken heads, she is probably disappointed to instead find a very basic apartment of someone who recently moved overseas and did not bring many belongings or any of their own furniture.
"I am planning to cast a ritual that will show us what exactly happened to cause these roots to grow," Tereza explains, already studying her bookshelf. "It will take me some time to find the right one. In the meantime, make yourselves comfortable. There is chocolate in top drawer of my nightstand. Do not open bottom drawer."
She pulls out a leatherbound book from her bookshelf and carries it to her desk. "Feel free to also browse my books if you want to look for something," she offers her fellow witches as she flips the heavy tome open. "Chief, I have a very simple introductory textbook to ritual arts if you want to read. You will need to use google translate function with your camera, though. It is from home."
Dunko, my plan is to find a spell that I can cast using the roots to determine something about their origin. Let me know if I need to make a research roll or anything to find something appropriate
Also, apologies for my google translate to anyone who actually speaks Czech
The door leads into a narrow hallway. "Take off shoes," she tells them as she unties her boots and slips out of them as well as takes off her long coat, taking the roots from its pocket. "We are not barbarians here."
She then turns into the apartment and shouts, "Přivedl jsem pár přátel, aby vyvolali zlé síly a provedli temné čarodějnictví. Nechoď do mého pokoje!"
A moment later, an exasperated sounding male voice replies, "You know I have no idea what you're saying."
"I'm home," Tereza shouts again. It's almost certainly not a direct translation of her previous greeting. She turns to her guests. "This is my roommate Nicholas. He is in his room. If you hear sex noises, it is him. Unless it is me but you see it is not me right now. So it would be him."
She then leads everyone to the far end of the bent corridor, past the closed door to her roommate's room, the kitchen as well as a bathroom. She opens the door into a vaguely L-shaped room, small enough to start getting fairly crowded with more than four or five people in there at once. There's a simple bed frame with a mattress that could fit two people behind the bend in the room, along with a small nightstand. Other than that, there is a desk, a bookshelf, a wardrobe and a large trunk but very few decorations. There's a photo frame standing on Tereza's desk and what looks like some sort of royal crest on cloth hanging on the wall above the desk, but other than that, the room is very barebones. It is kept meticulously clean, however. And if Sweeney expected a creepy, darkened witch's den filled with cobwebs and shrunken heads, she is probably disappointed to instead find a very basic apartment of someone who recently moved overseas and did not bring many belongings or any of their own furniture.
"I am planning to cast a ritual that will show us what exactly happened to cause these roots to grow," Tereza explains, already studying her bookshelf. "It will take me some time to find the right one. In the meantime, make yourselves comfortable. There is chocolate in top drawer of my nightstand. Do not open bottom drawer."
She pulls out a leatherbound book from her bookshelf and carries it to her desk. "Feel free to also browse my books if you want to look for something," she offers her fellow witches as she flips the heavy tome open. "Chief, I have a very simple introductory textbook to ritual arts if you want to read. You will need to use google translate function with your camera, though. It is from home."
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Okay, I hope that sets the scene a bit. Anyone who's here, feel free to ask me about details I left out. You're free to browse Tereza's books, but the only thing she has in English are novels. All her spellbooks and anything magic-related is in Czech, Russian, Latin or Hebrew.Dunko, my plan is to find a spell that I can cast using the roots to determine something about their origin. Let me know if I need to make a research roll or anything to find something appropriate
Also, apologies for my google translate to anyone who actually speaks Czech
Last edited January 25, 2023 5:04 pm
Jan 27, 2023 2:10 am
OOC:
Great scene setup!!Chief Sarah Sweeney
Then she looks around the room at the others.
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Who does she see? If you're here, what are you doing? If you're not here, where are you?For finding the spell, let's do this: let's get a supporting roll from one of the Coven members present, and the Deciding Research roll will be from Tereza--yes, even if the first roll is "better"; it's for the fiction yo!!
Jan 28, 2023 4:47 am
Sarah quietly peruses the many books on the shelves, noting the titles that she is able to interpret. Noting Tereza's words, she opens the top drawer and is delighted to find chocolate, of which she partakes. She casually pulls out a book written in Latin and peruses the pages, trying to make what little sense she can remember from her college days.
Jan 28, 2023 9:49 am
'So does your housemate know bout... This?' Caroline asks as she gestures to the bookcase, eyes flicking over the titles in different languages. That was one of the lessons she had be lacking. Though she doubted she would be impressed with what was in the younger witches books. They were probably what was ruining her form.
Her eyes eyes flick towards the bottom drawer the second it's forbidden, and a smirk forms as she holds back a joke remembering the chief is with them. The poor woman had been teased enough today already.
As the chief starts to flick through the book Caroline's makes her way through the cramped room next to her. 'If you truly wish to learn I can show you some forms at some point.' She didn't want Sweeny picking up bad form from the book.
Her eyes eyes flick towards the bottom drawer the second it's forbidden, and a smirk forms as she holds back a joke remembering the chief is with them. The poor woman had been teased enough today already.
As the chief starts to flick through the book Caroline's makes her way through the cramped room next to her. 'If you truly wish to learn I can show you some forms at some point.' She didn't want Sweeny picking up bad form from the book.
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Caroline is lacking in languages so if someone else wants to roll the research check? Or if she does help out would there be a penalty for having to use Google translate? Jan 28, 2023 10:14 am
It takes Tereza a moment to look up from the book she was browsing in response to Caroline's question. "Huh?" she asks, clearly having been too distracted by her reading to understand the question. Once Caroline has repeated it, she says, "Nicholas knows I am a witch, but he thinks it is only spiritual belief with no power."
She then turns back to her book and is already absorbed in her research again by the time Caroline addresses Sweeney. Which is probably a good thing, as it saves the coven from having to endure another argument between Tereza and Caroline about which school of witchcraft is right.
She then turns back to her book and is already absorbed in her research again by the time Caroline addresses Sweeney. Which is probably a good thing, as it saves the coven from having to endure another argument between Tereza and Caroline about which school of witchcraft is right.
Jan 28, 2023 3:09 pm
Deacon looks around the room as they wait for Tereza to complete the ritual. Even though he knows it's an important step in the investigation, Deacon finds himself getting bored. Looking around at the various contents, he tries to keep himself occupied. Watching Sarah take a piece of chocolate, Deacon motions at her to toss him a piece. Watching Caroline look at the mysterious second drawer, Deacon gives his sister a conspiratorial grin and nods at the drawer.
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Deacon is literally not very research minded. I'll gladly roll to assist, but it'll be a l9w die roll.Last edited January 28, 2023 3:10 pm
Jan 28, 2023 4:56 pm
Jemma drow home. The camera would observe her going into the backyard. There she unlocks a shed and enters. Inside she lights a fire and prepare one of several tables for the upcoming analysis of the samples.
The takes out a morter and pessle, a fresh notebook and some basic ingrediences. She looks around, almost making eye contact with the camera, but it quickly pans away. When it returns, a large book has been added to the work table. It looks old and well cared for, properly handbound. Jemma had retrieved her Book of shadows from its hiding place. It is a book that she got from her grandmother weeks before she disappeared along with the coven.
With the samples in front of her, a blank book on her left, a book filled with knowledge on her right and a comfortable fire at her back, she begins her analysis.
The takes out a morter and pessle, a fresh notebook and some basic ingrediences. She looks around, almost making eye contact with the camera, but it quickly pans away. When it returns, a large book has been added to the work table. It looks old and well cared for, properly handbound. Jemma had retrieved her Book of shadows from its hiding place. It is a book that she got from her grandmother weeks before she disappeared along with the coven.
With the samples in front of her, a blank book on her left, a book filled with knowledge on her right and a comfortable fire at her back, she begins her analysis.
OOC:
The avatar is litterly her working in her shedJan 28, 2023 5:01 pm
OOC:
Research roll to aid.Rolls
Research - (1d4-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d4-2 : (2) - 2 = 0
1d6-2 : (3) - 2 = 1
Jan 28, 2023 5:11 pm
OOC:
Guess I'll also roll now. No bonus, unless Wht decides to BennyEdit: Okay, I'll definitely Benny
Last edited January 28, 2023 5:11 pm
Rolls
+++Research - (1D8, 1D6, RA)
1D8 : (2) = 2
1D6 : (2) = 2
+++Research - (1D8+2, 1D6+2, RA)
1D8+2 : (4) + 2 = 6
1D6+2 : (3) + 2 = 5
Jan 31, 2023 6:02 pm
Transition from Jemma in her workshop Tereza's apartment
It's been a couple hours of reading and searching through books, papers, and maybe even some crinkly scrolls, but the group has located a likely spell: praeteritum scriptum in anima materiae.
From there, we see a montage of the witches preparing the spell, gathering and preparing the needed ingredients, with the roots as the main object being used.
The camera holds on the gathered coven, candles flickering on their features as they prepare to cast...
We're going with 3 Rolls, so we need 5 Successes total. I'm going to draw cards to see if we get a complication (or Joker). If a complication is drawn (club) we'll say it happens on the roll number that lines up with the card. So, if club is second card, complication occurs on second roll. Thus, if DT is completed on first round, complication never comes into play.
If more than one person wants to partake, that's cool, but only 3 rolls can be made that count toward the total success. Let's just try to roll with narrative permission and flow, so rollers just build off what the person before you has done.
...drawing to see if complication happens...
...O.K., no complication drawn. So, don't stand on ceremony--go ahead and make some rolls. I'd say we let Tereza decide which rolls she wants, and when, as she's leading this.
It's been a couple hours of reading and searching through books, papers, and maybe even some crinkly scrolls, but the group has located a likely spell: praeteritum scriptum in anima materiae.
From there, we see a montage of the witches preparing the spell, gathering and preparing the needed ingredients, with the roots as the main object being used.
The camera holds on the gathered coven, candles flickering on their features as they prepare to cast...
OOC:
O.K., so rounds and stuff can be funky on PbP. What we're doing here is Difficult Dramatic Task, i.e., 2 successes needed over the number of rolls/rounds. We are going with number of rolls instead of rounds.We're going with 3 Rolls, so we need 5 Successes total. I'm going to draw cards to see if we get a complication (or Joker). If a complication is drawn (club) we'll say it happens on the roll number that lines up with the card. So, if club is second card, complication occurs on second roll. Thus, if DT is completed on first round, complication never comes into play.
If more than one person wants to partake, that's cool, but only 3 rolls can be made that count toward the total success. Let's just try to roll with narrative permission and flow, so rollers just build off what the person before you has done.
...drawing to see if complication happens...
...O.K., no complication drawn. So, don't stand on ceremony--go ahead and make some rolls. I'd say we let Tereza decide which rolls she wants, and when, as she's leading this.
Deck Draws
Complication?
Jan 31, 2023 6:06 pm
Meanwhile...back at Jemma's Workshop...
OOC:
@runekyndig What's the method Jemma is using here? Is this Science? Is this magic? My gut says a straight Spell Casting or Occult roll, given that she has the time and resources, here in her workshop.Jan 31, 2023 7:24 pm
Tereza puts meticulous care into setting up the ritual. Apparently, all of her magic supplies are stored inside that large trunk the others noticed when they entered. From there, she takes out a large mat which she rolls out on the floor, something to make sure she can properly draw the spell circle without getting in trouble with her landlord. She then begins drawing complex runes, many of which those of the others who know some things about divination rituals would be familiar with, though Caroline notes that Tereza is using a strange stroke pattern to draw them. The end result looks the same but the order in which the strokes are made is all wrong - in her opinion.
"We need blood to draw the middle circle," Tereza explains then. "Any volunteers?" She waits a beat, then says, "Do not worry, Chief. I will not draw blood. There is easier way. Modernized, yes?" She quickly leaves the bedroom and returns a few moments later with a bowl holding some gooey liquid inside. "This is two chicken eggs," she explains. "Very good replacement for blood. Works in almost all cases." She then uses the raw egg to draw a circle as well as a final rune into the center of the circle. She then places the roots into the middle of this set-up before setting up candles around the drawn outer circle. In another deviation from the way Caroline would do it, she doesn't light the candles one by one but hands matches to everyone here. "We will light every candle at the same time," she explains before giving a countdown. Then she arranges the present people around the circle, placing Deacon to her left and Sweeney to her right. Ordinarily, as the one leading the ritual, she would place the strongest witches to either side of her, but one, she doesn't want to fall into an argument of who is the most powerful here, and two, just putting the cutest ones to her sides seems like a pretty good deal. And it shouldn't weaken the energies too much, not enough to affect a simple spell like this one.
"You are lucky," she then explains. "The chant is in Latin, so you should be able to make the sounds we need with your mouthholes." She then speaks out the chant for this ritual slowly, emphasizing the right syllables and repeating until everyone has memorized it. Her pronunciation of Latin is strange, clearly heavily influenced by Czech while the others are more used to a way of pronouncing the dead language that is influenced by English. "Now, Caroline," she finally says. "If you lead ritual, I do what you say, your way. Now, I lead the ritual, so we do it my way. The way of the Thirteen Covens." She nods over to the crest hanging above her desk. "You play along, yes?" She waits for Caroline to acknowledge, then explains. "We do not link hands. We need a one-direction flow of energy, not a closed circle. Hold out right hand, palm open, thumb to earth." She demonstrates, holding her right arm out towards the probably very overwhelmed police chief. "Then, you use your left hand to hold the wrist of the person to your left. Thumbs, again, down." She takes Deacon's wrist. "No need to squeeze. Gentle is enough. Now, everyone, close your eyes and follow my lead."
She takes a deep breath and begins the Latin chant.
That's a success with one raise, so looks like we still need three successes with our next two rolls
"We need blood to draw the middle circle," Tereza explains then. "Any volunteers?" She waits a beat, then says, "Do not worry, Chief. I will not draw blood. There is easier way. Modernized, yes?" She quickly leaves the bedroom and returns a few moments later with a bowl holding some gooey liquid inside. "This is two chicken eggs," she explains. "Very good replacement for blood. Works in almost all cases." She then uses the raw egg to draw a circle as well as a final rune into the center of the circle. She then places the roots into the middle of this set-up before setting up candles around the drawn outer circle. In another deviation from the way Caroline would do it, she doesn't light the candles one by one but hands matches to everyone here. "We will light every candle at the same time," she explains before giving a countdown. Then she arranges the present people around the circle, placing Deacon to her left and Sweeney to her right. Ordinarily, as the one leading the ritual, she would place the strongest witches to either side of her, but one, she doesn't want to fall into an argument of who is the most powerful here, and two, just putting the cutest ones to her sides seems like a pretty good deal. And it shouldn't weaken the energies too much, not enough to affect a simple spell like this one.
"You are lucky," she then explains. "The chant is in Latin, so you should be able to make the sounds we need with your mouthholes." She then speaks out the chant for this ritual slowly, emphasizing the right syllables and repeating until everyone has memorized it. Her pronunciation of Latin is strange, clearly heavily influenced by Czech while the others are more used to a way of pronouncing the dead language that is influenced by English. "Now, Caroline," she finally says. "If you lead ritual, I do what you say, your way. Now, I lead the ritual, so we do it my way. The way of the Thirteen Covens." She nods over to the crest hanging above her desk. "You play along, yes?" She waits for Caroline to acknowledge, then explains. "We do not link hands. We need a one-direction flow of energy, not a closed circle. Hold out right hand, palm open, thumb to earth." She demonstrates, holding her right arm out towards the probably very overwhelmed police chief. "Then, you use your left hand to hold the wrist of the person to your left. Thumbs, again, down." She takes Deacon's wrist. "No need to squeeze. Gentle is enough. Now, everyone, close your eyes and follow my lead."
She takes a deep breath and begins the Latin chant.
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Since Tereza is setting up and leading the ritual, I'll make the first roll. Anyone can go after that for the other two. I'd love to see the Chief make a roll 😆 but that would be mechanically bad, I think, and unsatisfying if a PC could roll instead. I assume Caroline and Sarah (the non-Sweeney one) have better Occult skills than Deacon, but I don't mind who rolls next.That's a success with one raise, so looks like we still need three successes with our next two rolls
Last edited January 31, 2023 7:31 pm
Rolls
+++Occult - (1D8+2, 1D6+2, RA)
1D8+2 : (5) + 2 = 7
1D6+2 : (2) + 2 = 4
Benny! Come on, T, you can do better than that! - (1D8+4, 1D6+4, RA)
1D8+4 : (5) + 4 = 9
1D6+4 : (61) + 4 = 11
Jan 31, 2023 7:40 pm
Dunko says:
Meanwhile...back at Jemma's Workshop...OOC:
@runekyndig What's the method Jemma is using here? Is this Science? Is this magic? My gut says a straight Spell Casting or Occult roll, given that she has the time and resources, here in her workshop.OOC:
Jemma would be using the occult branch of science, so I'll roll OccultRolls
Occult - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (5) = 5
1d6 : (61) = 7
Jan 31, 2023 8:28 pm
As Deacon's eyes meets Caroline's over the bottom drawer she smirks, but then subtly shakes her head. She probably shouldn't betray the blondes trust...though she was absolutely going to tease her later about what she suspected was in the drawer, untill the witch gave in and told her.
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As Tereze starts prepping the ritual it is clear to everyone Caroline is struggling to remain quiet. Shifting from foot to foot, looking anywhere but at the painful sight in front of her. She'd been told to behave when it came to other members methods of casting, but it was a struggle. Especially with the faint niggling thought at the back of her mind...if it wasn't done perfect it could go wrong. When magic went wrong it went really wrong... Her left had rubs her right arm as she waits for the Czech to finish.
When she is specifically called out she pouts slightly but nods. 'You're the boss....just don't go abusing it.' She tries to sound joking as she fights her apprehension, and starts to repeat after Tereza. While weird she could see..similarities. Enough to work with.
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As Tereze starts prepping the ritual it is clear to everyone Caroline is struggling to remain quiet. Shifting from foot to foot, looking anywhere but at the painful sight in front of her. She'd been told to behave when it came to other members methods of casting, but it was a struggle. Especially with the faint niggling thought at the back of her mind...if it wasn't done perfect it could go wrong. When magic went wrong it went really wrong... Her left had rubs her right arm as she waits for the Czech to finish.
When she is specifically called out she pouts slightly but nods. 'You're the boss....just don't go abusing it.' She tries to sound joking as she fights her apprehension, and starts to repeat after Tereza. While weird she could see..similarities. Enough to work with.
Rolls
Occult - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (65) = 11
Feb 1, 2023 5:48 pm
A montage of experimenting and researching, in Jemma's workshop--grinding material, flickering flames, the whole nine yards.(Success)Jemma, the findings are conclusive. The origins of the substance are fae: they contain properties that are magic, but of the natural word.
It appears the sap, and the roots, are a manifestation of fae magic. And yet, when the material is separated out there is clearly an element of human matter. As an intelligent witch, this could mean a lot of things to you; but it's clear you're dealing with something both mortal and not.
It appears the sap, and the roots, are a manifestation of fae magic. And yet, when the material is separated out there is clearly an element of human matter. As an intelligent witch, this could mean a lot of things to you; but it's clear you're dealing with something both mortal and not.
Feb 2, 2023 2:12 am
Cut back to Teresa's place......the lit candles gutter, then *puff* out. From the center of the circle, a crackle then a *pifffffff* can be heard as one end of the root catches fire, in a blue flame.
Sarah's mouth slowly opens in surprise.
The shadows of the gathered witches play and dance on the walls, deeper than they should be, as Caroline finished her part...
Chief Sarah Sweeney
The shadows of the gathered witches play and dance on the walls, deeper than they should be, as Caroline finished her part...
OOC:
Unless my math is blowing it, we need ine more success... also, Tereza & Caroline take bennies for your drama please.Feb 2, 2023 7:13 am
Jemma sighs. Fey! Nasty creatures. She composes a text message and send it to Caroline Shaw
The root and sap is of fey origin. Be carefull. <3 J
Then she starts a to-do list.
- Visit autoshop and get iron filings from lath
- Visit hill-billy-bob and have him make shotgun shell with iron filings
The root and sap is of fey origin. Be carefull. <3 J
Then she starts a to-do list.
- Visit autoshop and get iron filings from lath
- Visit hill-billy-bob and have him make shotgun shell with iron filings
Feb 3, 2023 4:05 am
Sarah concentrates on her role in the ritual, adding her own concentration and energies.
Rolls
Occult - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (4) = 4
1d6 : (61) = 7
Feb 3, 2023 5:43 pm
Caroline's text notification goes off just as the ritual completes...The blue flame on the root flares with a *whoosh*. The shadows on the walls behind the circle spin, then leap from the wall landing in the center of the gathered witches and their police officer observer.
The shadows take on a blue tint, meld together, and form grainy projection:She sits in the passenger seat, hands white knuckle gripping the center console and the arm rest on her door. Slimy, stingy roots extend from the flesh of her face into the back seat.
"Please," she groans. "I-I don't know.. I don't know what you're asking...."
He shakes and gasps as more roots extend from the backseat and embed into his flesh--face, neck, hands.
The creature in shadow croaks again, its voice getting stronger. "Wh-where...is...Brad...ock manor. I-I can't feel it..."
"I...I don't know w-what you mea--" she gasps as more roots attach to her. The skin of her face begins to shrivel and dry out. Her eyes bulge.
He sighs out as the roots continue to drain his life force.
"I-I'm asking," it coughs then continues with more strength. "I am asking where to find Bradock manor house. Here, this is easier. Where are we...w-where am I?"
"W-why..." a tear runs down her cheek. "S-Salem..." she gasps out.
It...he smiles. "Ah. Home."
The car glows as more and more life is pulled from the two...
Sweeney rips her hands away from those who she's joined with. "What the hell is this!" She stumbles back from the circle. "I can--I can feel the life draining into me, like that root is part of me." She retches.
Tereza, you can hold the shadow scene; manipulate it, zoom around, fast forward, or rewind.
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... in it's normal time, per our ruling!The shadows take on a blue tint, meld together, and form grainy projection:
[ +- ] Flickering Shadows Playing out a Grissly Scene
Becky
"Please," she groans. "I-I don't know.. I don't know what you're asking...."
Jack
???
Becky
Jack
???
Becky
???
The car glows as more and more life is pulled from the two...
Chief Sarah Sweeney
Tereza, you can hold the shadow scene; manipulate it, zoom around, fast forward, or rewind.
Feb 3, 2023 6:46 pm
Tereza's previously closed eyes flutter open, though her pupils are rolled back, making her eyes appear completely white. "I see what happened and through me you will see," she announces, her voice not quite her own as the scene plays out in the middle of the circle. "We will watch them die! We will feel them die!"
The Czech witch is fully immersed in her ritual. She will restart the scene, creating as good a view of the (unharmed) faces of both victims as well as their attacker as she can with the shadow projection, then she will play the whole thing through until the end. If someone else asks for any specific details or moments to be highlighted or repeated, she will do so.
The Czech witch is fully immersed in her ritual. She will restart the scene, creating as good a view of the (unharmed) faces of both victims as well as their attacker as she can with the shadow projection, then she will play the whole thing through until the end. If someone else asks for any specific details or moments to be highlighted or repeated, she will do so.
Feb 3, 2023 8:38 pm
Chief Sarah Sweeney
She looks at the other gathered witches--a question plain on her face: is this normal!?
Feb 3, 2023 8:45 pm
Sarah attempts to smile reassuringly at the chief. She blanches as she watches the scene play out again. This kind of thing really upset her, but it was necessary to understand the nature of what they were facing.
Feb 4, 2023 3:22 am
Deacon simply shrugs his shoulders at the Chief. As they watch the deaths of both victims, Deacon finds his attention drawn to the creature. Can you slow it down around the moments we can see the creatures face. Also can you replay what it said?
Feb 4, 2023 3:54 am
If Tereza 'zooms' in on the creature, [/color="green"]Deacon[/color] get's a better look.
It's ragged clothing looks "period."
If Tereza replays what it (...he) says it's become clear to Deacon, and Caroline, that within the gurgling, creaking voice it's clear he speaks with a prim British accent."Wh-where...is...Brad...ock manor. I-I can't feel it..."
...skip...
"I-I'm asking," it coughs then continues with more strength. "I am asking where to find Bradock manor house. Here, this is easier. Where are we...w-where am I?"
...skip...
"Ah. Home."
It's ragged clothing looks "period."
If Tereza replays what it (...he) says it's become clear to Deacon, and Caroline, that within the gurgling, creaking voice it's clear he speaks with a prim British accent.
[ +- ] Replay of 'Audio'
???
...skip...
"I-I'm asking," it coughs then continues with more strength. "I am asking where to find Bradock manor house. Here, this is easier. Where are we...w-where am I?"
...skip...
"Ah. Home."
Feb 4, 2023 3:11 pm
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I'll let Caroline still chime in on whether she wants to see anything in particular before I snap out of it and we conclude the ritualFeb 4, 2023 5:40 pm
Caroline hrself tgries to look unaffected by the horrifying scene, her eyes locking onto the images of the two dead for a few moments before she forces herself to look away and focus on the chief.
'It's okay. maybe we shouldn't have started you off with this...' Tries to place a reassuring hand on her back, follwing her questiong gaze to Tereza and back. 'Don't..worry about it. She just really gets into rituals.' She tries to guide her away out the room, gesturing with the others to keep looking for clues.
She pulls out her phone to read Jemmas text, other hand still supporting Sarah. Fey, that wasn;t good. Her mind goes to Alabaster for a moment, before responding.
When am I not careful? xX
We saw what happened. Its not pleasant. Dorian Grey with roots over paintings. T may have ruined her chances with the Chief.
Meet up?
'It's okay. maybe we shouldn't have started you off with this...' Tries to place a reassuring hand on her back, follwing her questiong gaze to Tereza and back. 'Don't..worry about it. She just really gets into rituals.' She tries to guide her away out the room, gesturing with the others to keep looking for clues.
She pulls out her phone to read Jemmas text, other hand still supporting Sarah. Fey, that wasn;t good. Her mind goes to Alabaster for a moment, before responding.
When am I not careful? xX
We saw what happened. Its not pleasant. Dorian Grey with roots over paintings. T may have ruined her chances with the Chief.
Meet up?
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Feb 4, 2023 6:30 pm
When no further requests come in, Tereza begins chanting again, not in Latin this time, but in Czech. She doesn't expect anyone else to follow along. The circle is broken by this point anyway. It's just a general way to dispel the lingering magic.
The shadows explode back onto the walls that they were drawn from and Tereza's eyelids flutter again until her pupils return to their regular spots, looking ahead through her glasses rather than being turned back into her skull. "Holy hell," she mutters as she feels faint. "That was more intense than I expected." Noticing that Sweeney is no longer to her right, she lets herself fall to her left, into Deacon's arms, instead. "Where is..." She doesn't finish the question when she notices the open door and the fact that Caroline is missing as well as the Chief. She decides she'll have to talk to Sweeney before the woman leaves. This might have been a bad idea. "Was it helpful?" she asks into the round. Her own mind is still working on putting everything it absorbed into place. "I think we saw what we wanted to see, yes?"
The shadows explode back onto the walls that they were drawn from and Tereza's eyelids flutter again until her pupils return to their regular spots, looking ahead through her glasses rather than being turned back into her skull. "Holy hell," she mutters as she feels faint. "That was more intense than I expected." Noticing that Sweeney is no longer to her right, she lets herself fall to her left, into Deacon's arms, instead. "Where is..." She doesn't finish the question when she notices the open door and the fact that Caroline is missing as well as the Chief. She decides she'll have to talk to Sweeney before the woman leaves. This might have been a bad idea. "Was it helpful?" she asks into the round. Her own mind is still working on putting everything it absorbed into place. "I think we saw what we wanted to see, yes?"
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Feb 5, 2023 1:48 pm
I'm off to my bed, you should too ;)
It has been a crazy day. Will the Cheif hire us as consultants for this case or are we still broke?
Jemma has a rummage around her shred before going inside her house. She places a pair of scissors open on the front and back door as an X. In her windows, she puts 2 iron nails also formed as an X. Warding aginst fey intruders.
Close this house, protect it be, rest here peacefully as under the lovers-tree.
Shit! I meant the "willow tree". Too late now. She changes into her pyjamas and goes to bed. 10 min later she gets back up, takes a shower where the water stream is directed on a strategic spot, and when satisfied, she returns to bed. This time not bothering with the pyjamas.
It has been a crazy day. Will the Cheif hire us as consultants for this case or are we still broke?
Jemma has a rummage around her shred before going inside her house. She places a pair of scissors open on the front and back door as an X. In her windows, she puts 2 iron nails also formed as an X. Warding aginst fey intruders.
Close this house, protect it be, rest here peacefully as under the lovers-tree.
Shit! I meant the "willow tree". Too late now. She changes into her pyjamas and goes to bed. 10 min later she gets back up, takes a shower where the water stream is directed on a strategic spot, and when satisfied, she returns to bed. This time not bothering with the pyjamas.
Feb 6, 2023 1:53 pm
...In the hall to Tereza's apartment...
Sweeney leans on the wall, and looks when they exit. "That was not pleasant," she says. "But, Jesus, is that the type of stuff you all do when investigating?" She purses her lips--he thinking face. "I'll talk to the powers that be, about discretionary spending; consulting fees."
She pushes off the wall. "Now I need to tell the families of the two victims." She frowns and is prepared to leave.
🌙
Going round robin style, why don't Caroline ( @LightOfMidnight ) and Deacon (@Squadfather44 ) set a couple scenes, or even the same scene, if you all are on the same page about where to next. I'd assume it be the next day?!
Oh and @runekyndig take a benny for the great Jemma flavor.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
She pushes off the wall. "Now I need to tell the families of the two victims." She frowns and is prepared to leave.
🌙
OOC:
O.K., there is some info that's been gathered I think. Please ask if anything is not clear from a player's perspective--as there is always the possibility of semantic slippage in this hobby--but things would be more clear to your smart, capable withches!Going round robin style, why don't Caroline ( @LightOfMidnight ) and Deacon (@Squadfather44 ) set a couple scenes, or even the same scene, if you all are on the same page about where to next. I'd assume it be the next day?!
Oh and @runekyndig take a benny for the great Jemma flavor.
Feb 6, 2023 5:41 pm
bowlofspinach says:
OOC:
Does Sweeney leave without Tereza having a chance to talk to her before?OOC:
Heck no she doesn't. In fact...Chief Sarah Sweeney
Feb 6, 2023 6:19 pm
'Some times. We each have our own methods...Remind me some time to introduce you to Al.' She tries to keep a cheerful face up, reassure hand still on the officers shoulder. 'That would be great. The others...may have overexaggerated our.. need for for/b] She coughs and looks away as she cuts off. [b]'I wouldn't ask it it was easy for us. But we are committed to helping get this guys. It's our town after all, weird as it may be. '
As the other s drift out the room she give the chief a last grin and moves to grab her brother an leave. As she spots the chief slow at her car she turns and gives Tereza a subtle wink before pulling out her own phone to grab a taxi and read Jemma's response.
Sleep. That was the last thing that was going to happen for a while with what they saw. She didn't need to let the others know it had affected her though.
Nights still young though. I'm going to see what info I can dig up on this guy.
Chief's gonna a pay us, so then we can focus on this for a while.
She goes to put her phone away before suddenly remembering something she forgot to pass on.
This person/fey/being thing, it sounds from across the pond. Don't go opening the door to anyone with the british accent. Except me of course. ;)
See you tomorrow xX
As the other s drift out the room she give the chief a last grin and moves to grab her brother an leave. As she spots the chief slow at her car she turns and gives Tereza a subtle wink before pulling out her own phone to grab a taxi and read Jemma's response.
Sleep. That was the last thing that was going to happen for a while with what they saw. She didn't need to let the others know it had affected her though.
Nights still young though. I'm going to see what info I can dig up on this guy.
Chief's gonna a pay us, so then we can focus on this for a while.
She goes to put her phone away before suddenly remembering something she forgot to pass on.
This person/fey/being thing, it sounds from across the pond. Don't go opening the door to anyone with the british accent. Except me of course. ;)
See you tomorrow xX
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Got a simple set up to next scene in mind but will let T have some closure :P Also was thinking Caroline is going to stay up (Way too) late looking into the location mentioned. Not sure if it would be a simple google or she needs a research check. Happy to take repercussions for little sleep. Or also happy if not and she just doesn't find anything and she can have insomnia for the nightLast edited February 6, 2023 7:13 pm
Feb 6, 2023 6:35 pm
Tereza takes a deep breath, then wanders over to Sweeney, fairly nervous. She notices Caroline's wink but doesn't respond to it. Why does she have to suddenly have developed a crush on the older woman? If she didn't, this situation would be pretty funny. Instead, it's nerve-racking.
"Sweeney, can we talk for a moment?" she asks the chief. "Alone?" Once they have some reasonable privacy, not necessarily out of sight but definitely out of earshot of the others, she says, "I am very sorry for what happened. I was trying to help you with your work and did not consider the impact seeing something like this might have on someone unused to the experience." Her accent sounds weaker now than it usually does. It isn't gone, but with her actually thinking each of her words through now, it comes out much less strong. She hesitates, then adds, "And I was trying to impress you. Show off. Rituals, divination, it is my art. I love it and I am proud of it. But demonstrating it to you like this is like saying I love movies and then showing you a snuff film."
She lets out a heavy breath, then says, "What I'm trying to say: One, I hope this was at least helpful. Two, I want you to know that magic isn't always like this. It can be beautiful. And three, I hope you will still come to our full moon festival at the brewery."
"Sweeney, can we talk for a moment?" she asks the chief. "Alone?" Once they have some reasonable privacy, not necessarily out of sight but definitely out of earshot of the others, she says, "I am very sorry for what happened. I was trying to help you with your work and did not consider the impact seeing something like this might have on someone unused to the experience." Her accent sounds weaker now than it usually does. It isn't gone, but with her actually thinking each of her words through now, it comes out much less strong. She hesitates, then adds, "And I was trying to impress you. Show off. Rituals, divination, it is my art. I love it and I am proud of it. But demonstrating it to you like this is like saying I love movies and then showing you a snuff film."
She lets out a heavy breath, then says, "What I'm trying to say: One, I hope this was at least helpful. Two, I want you to know that magic isn't always like this. It can be beautiful. And three, I hope you will still come to our full moon festival at the brewery."
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Feb 8, 2023 1:51 pm
Chief Sarah Sweeney
"Look, I'm not judging you or your...art," she says. "That was just a, I don't know, a lot to process." She thinks for a second, recalling Tereza's 'transformation' when communing with the root and past. "It's not always like that," she asks, incredulity in her voice.
"But yeah, it was helpful... I think... I just have a lot going on at work, and you know, we have a professional thing going on here now..." She shrugs. "I just mean I think I'm pretty busy, so I probably won't have time to make it to the festival..." A gentle excuse.
She kinda shrugs and opens her car door. "Um, I'll call with any updates." A half smile she gets in her car.
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If Tereza lowers her Soundness by 1 as a result of this interaction she can take a Benny 😞Caroline ( @LightOfMidnight ) let's get a Research roll, and a Vigor -1 roll, please and thank you. Then Set that Scene! On a successful Research, tell us what she wants more info on, and on a failed Vigor lose 2 soundness.
Feb 8, 2023 3:58 pm
Caroline watches Tereza nad the Chief speak as she waits, trying to judge the conversation by their body language, but the taxi arrives before she can see then end. Getting in with Deacon she gives the others a last wave before heading home.
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As the pair get back Caroline wishes her brother a good night before stepping into her own room and shrugging off her suit jacket.
The room is incredibly tidy, with her own pir of meticulously kept bookshelves. Most of the books are about business, but also several on Salem and its history, as well as leylines from when she first arrived. One bookshelf holds a locked drawer at the bottom. Hiding away the books directly about magic, and the fey. It had been a while since she had looked at the latter set, but with Jemma's text she got a feeling she may need to soon.
She summons Alabaster and for a moment just pauses to study him. He was so different from the one in the vision, yet shared similar origins. At least no life sucking vines got involved in his pranks.
'It going to be a long night bud, we've got to earn that consulting fee after all' She addresses him before dropping into her chair opposite a laptop. From a desk drawer she pulls and energy drink, the secret stash showing this is not the first, or last time she's worked late into the night.
'Braddock Manor huh. Let's find out about you.' She fires up Google whole gesturing for Al to grab some books from the shelf. It was going to be a long night.
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Caroline always liked to get to the brewery early. Check everything was in order, see if any last-minute cleaning needed doing, go over the books, before talking to everyone in a morning briefing.
As Alabaster goes around finally taking the sad decorations down the witch is found where she always can be in the mornings, sat at the bar typing away on her laptop. One of her best ideas was teaching Alabaster to use the bar’s coffee machine. Though were normally a small cup of coffee can be seen next to her during this time, instead today is a larger mug, often a tell tale sign she’s had a long night.
She’d gone to bed eventually, but even then she’d kept having images of the victims, the vines, whenever she closed her eyes. Then there had been the dream, the vines bursting for her own arm to wrap around her…. That morning had been one of carefully applied make up, to try and hide the lack of sleep.
Research notes on what she had found on Braddock Manor, any details on owners she could dig up, and start at looking into said owners, especially any mentioned to be British, sat next to her. Ready to be presented to the others when they arrived, hopefully better rested than her.
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As the pair get back Caroline wishes her brother a good night before stepping into her own room and shrugging off her suit jacket.
The room is incredibly tidy, with her own pir of meticulously kept bookshelves. Most of the books are about business, but also several on Salem and its history, as well as leylines from when she first arrived. One bookshelf holds a locked drawer at the bottom. Hiding away the books directly about magic, and the fey. It had been a while since she had looked at the latter set, but with Jemma's text she got a feeling she may need to soon.
She summons Alabaster and for a moment just pauses to study him. He was so different from the one in the vision, yet shared similar origins. At least no life sucking vines got involved in his pranks.
'It going to be a long night bud, we've got to earn that consulting fee after all' She addresses him before dropping into her chair opposite a laptop. From a desk drawer she pulls and energy drink, the secret stash showing this is not the first, or last time she's worked late into the night.
'Braddock Manor huh. Let's find out about you.' She fires up Google whole gesturing for Al to grab some books from the shelf. It was going to be a long night.
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Caroline always liked to get to the brewery early. Check everything was in order, see if any last-minute cleaning needed doing, go over the books, before talking to everyone in a morning briefing.
As Alabaster goes around finally taking the sad decorations down the witch is found where she always can be in the mornings, sat at the bar typing away on her laptop. One of her best ideas was teaching Alabaster to use the bar’s coffee machine. Though were normally a small cup of coffee can be seen next to her during this time, instead today is a larger mug, often a tell tale sign she’s had a long night.
She’d gone to bed eventually, but even then she’d kept having images of the victims, the vines, whenever she closed her eyes. Then there had been the dream, the vines bursting for her own arm to wrap around her…. That morning had been one of carefully applied make up, to try and hide the lack of sleep.
Research notes on what she had found on Braddock Manor, any details on owners she could dig up, and start at looking into said owners, especially any mentioned to be British, sat next to her. Ready to be presented to the others when they arrived, hopefully better rested than her.
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Research focusing on trying to see if she can locate this manor, and find details on it as above.Last edited February 8, 2023 6:12 pm
Rolls
Research - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (5) = 5
1d6 : (4) = 4
Vigor - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (5) = 5
1d6 : (1) = 1
Feb 8, 2023 4:20 pm
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Of course I'll take the Soundness hitAnd with that, Sweeney leaves, leaving Tereza behind, standing there uncertainly before, after a moment, she stomps back towards her house and the others still gathered in front of it. The others hear her mutter "I'm a fucking idiot" to herself just as she reaches them. Then she looks up at them, disappointment and frustration barely concealed on her face. "Are we done? I need to have a drink inside."
Feb 8, 2023 7:31 pm
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Ready to be presented to the others when they arrived, hopefully better rested than her."Am I glad that this place smells like coffee and not beer right now," she comments to nobody in particular as she steps in. "That would actually push me over the edge and get me to throw up." She looks at her covenmate's fey companion. "Al, please make me coffee."
She sits down near Caroline. "I have biggest headache," she comments. "Living in America has made me weak. I used to handle my vodka better." She sighs, then briefly looks thoughtful. "I also might have slept with Nicholas last night. I will have to ask him when I get home." She shrugs, then looks at her friend. "Why do you look like hell? Long night too?"
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Feb 8, 2023 9:34 pm
Camera quickly flashes to a night of research, illuminated in a digital blue.
- No mention of a Braddock Manor in Salem Mass.
- But there is mention of a Braddock Manor house in Surrey.
- It's a 17th century home, an article mentions a restoration effort undertaken in 2009.
- The last owner of the home was one Lawrence Osmund Braddock:
Portrait of Lawrence Osmund Braddock, circa 1650- He inherented the estate at a young age when his parents disappeared under mysterious circumstances.
- Lawrence Braddock set sail for the American Colonies in 1675.
- No mention of a Braddock Manor in Salem Mass.
- But there is mention of a Braddock Manor house in Surrey.
- It's a 17th century home, an article mentions a restoration effort undertaken in 2009.
- The last owner of the home was one Lawrence Osmund Braddock:
[ +- ] Image found on site containing info on Braddock Manor
Portrait of Lawrence Osmund Braddock, circa 1650
- Lawrence Braddock set sail for the American Colonies in 1675.
Feb 9, 2023 7:21 pm
Tara Hensley
Clutching her thick, leather bound ledger she heads for the table where Caroline sits. She the ledger down harder than she needs to, pulls up a chair, and says, "good morning" in the most passive aggressive voice she can muster.
Feb 9, 2023 10:47 pm
Caroline raises and eyebrow looking Tereza up and down as she sits. 'I have no idea what you are talking about.' She feugns ignorance to being tired. 'ai' m fine, just the lighting in here' Even so she glances a look at the mirir in the handbag next to her. Maybe she needed to reply the make up,especially before Jemma turned up.
'.. So....elephant the room.. Given the fact you look like to never want to touch alcohol again, and the person you slept with last night was not a cop... Guess it didn't go well?' She offers a sympathetic look as she places a hand on the younger witches shoulder. She hesitates as if trying to think of something else to say before Tara intterupts.
' Morning ' She tries to sound energetic, in her tired state taking a few moments to clock the Boole keepers tone. When she doe her eye narrow.
'What's wrong? If it's about the glasses that Al broke I' ll sort it. If it's not.. I didn't say anything about any glasses.' She gives a grin. 'The chief agreed to the fee, you don't need to worry about the red for a little longer.
'.. So....elephant the room.. Given the fact you look like to never want to touch alcohol again, and the person you slept with last night was not a cop... Guess it didn't go well?' She offers a sympathetic look as she places a hand on the younger witches shoulder. She hesitates as if trying to think of something else to say before Tara intterupts.
' Morning ' She tries to sound energetic, in her tired state taking a few moments to clock the Boole keepers tone. When she doe her eye narrow.
'What's wrong? If it's about the glasses that Al broke I' ll sort it. If it's not.. I didn't say anything about any glasses.' She gives a grin. 'The chief agreed to the fee, you don't need to worry about the red for a little longer.
Feb 10, 2023 1:03 am
When Caroline asks about Sweeney, Tereza's already sour expression drops a bit further. She lets out a breath. "I fucked up," she says. "The ritual really scared her. After it, she doesn't see me the same way." She tilts to the side, resting her head on Caroline's shoulder. "I haven't given up on her, but my chances are now very bad. Worse than before."
She startles and makes a face when Tara puts the book down loudly, that noise clearly not mixing well with her hangover, but she stays where she is, her head on her friend's shoulder. "And don't you dare say it's because my ritual was bad," she adds, her tone a bit lighter and more teasing again, though the underlying sadness is still very obvious in her voice. She knows that as much as they enjoy bickering about it to each other, Caroline wouldn't hold it over her head in this situation. They are friends, after all. "The ritual was flawless. It was just... too much for someone uninitiated."
She startles and makes a face when Tara puts the book down loudly, that noise clearly not mixing well with her hangover, but she stays where she is, her head on her friend's shoulder. "And don't you dare say it's because my ritual was bad," she adds, her tone a bit lighter and more teasing again, though the underlying sadness is still very obvious in her voice. She knows that as much as they enjoy bickering about it to each other, Caroline wouldn't hold it over her head in this situation. They are friends, after all. "The ritual was flawless. It was just... too much for someone uninitiated."
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Feb 11, 2023 4:53 am
Sarah yawns as she comes into the shop. "Morning, all." She was not her usual bright and annoyingly cheery self. It was as if the ritual had left her emotionally drained. Such an eventuality was not unusual for her, as she cared little for the gorier side of investigations, but she recognized the need for such. "Do we have anything on our English friend?"
Feb 11, 2023 9:51 am
Jemma sits down. There is a grease stain on her sleeve that she is not aware of.
English friend?
Good morning Tara. Good news, I think we have a consultant job with the police, that will bring is some cash. Not that it should stop our other endeavours. Bad news, the job involves murder, fey and unknown occult shenanigans.
English friend?
Good morning Tara. Good news, I think we have a consultant job with the police, that will bring is some cash. Not that it should stop our other endeavours. Bad news, the job involves murder, fey and unknown occult shenanigans.
Feb 11, 2023 10:06 am
"And heartbreak," Tereza adds, leaning into her dramatic nature. She lifts her head off Caroline's shoulder.
"But with the case, we can't forget our festival," she reminds the coven. "I was planning to meet Alina and the others later to recruit them for helping with preparations."
"But with the case, we can't forget our festival," she reminds the coven. "I was planning to meet Alina and the others later to recruit them for helping with preparations."
Feb 11, 2023 10:01 pm
The witch stiffens for a brief moment as Tereza's head touches her shoulder, before relaxing a bring her other hand up to gently brush at her hair in a comforting manner.
'I' m sorry.. Guess we should have thought before introducing someone to.. Us I guess. Next time how about you borrow AL. I know nothing about dating girls but we are meant to like cute things... She tries to keep a light tone.
'... I have some notes about the ritual but those can come later. Like you're meant to have the stronger witches next to the one leading. ' She teases before waving as the others arrive.
'The.. Person attacking our victims was British. It was in my text to watch out for. No opening doors to British scents till we' ve got him. She uses her spare herm to tug her notes over to start showing them off.
I have a lot actually. The Manor mentions is on my side of the pond, but our likely culprit immigrated here in the 1600s. Does this face look familiar. She holds up the sketch she'd found to those at the ritual, before filling everyone in on her research from last night.
'I' m sorry.. Guess we should have thought before introducing someone to.. Us I guess. Next time how about you borrow AL. I know nothing about dating girls but we are meant to like cute things... She tries to keep a light tone.
'... I have some notes about the ritual but those can come later. Like you're meant to have the stronger witches next to the one leading. ' She teases before waving as the others arrive.
'The.. Person attacking our victims was British. It was in my text to watch out for. No opening doors to British scents till we' ve got him. She uses her spare herm to tug her notes over to start showing them off.
I have a lot actually. The Manor mentions is on my side of the pond, but our likely culprit immigrated here in the 1600s. Does this face look familiar. She holds up the sketch she'd found to those at the ritual, before filling everyone in on her research from last night.
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Feb 11, 2023 10:24 pm
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'... I have some notes about the ritual but those can come later. Like you're meant to have the stronger witches next to the one leading. ' She teases before waving as the others arrive.She looks over the picture Caroline is showing them. "He looks like our killer, does he not? Only, more human. And with the less impressive..." She gestures to her upper lip, searching for the word. "Mustache."
Feb 12, 2023 12:34 am
Tara Hensley
She then studies the notes, with everyone else. "I don't get it. What's this have to do with the Fae?" She takes her glasses off, and wipes them on her cardigan. "We'll, good thing Salem is full of tomes of forbidden knowledge and secret histories, if you know where to look--and we do."
She ticks off on her fingers--"The library, historical society, book and curio dealers, the Salem museum..." she stops. "I'm sure we can find more information on this guy at one of those places, and maybe how to stop him."
"Any thoughts," she asks, looking each coven member in the eye, one at a time.
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Throw ideas, theories, whatever out for sure, and how ya'll think you should proceed--in the next couple posts. I'm sensing two scenes coming up here. Ultimately, let's leave the primary investigation location to Sarah ( @WhtKnt ), while whomever would like to gets to working on party efforts.[ +- ] Meanwhile...
The camera cuts to a young man, boots crunching on a gravel trail. The environment around him is obviously a public park, but of the variety that winds its way through the natural landscape.
Man Walking His Dog
Cass
Man Walking His Dog
Cass
Man Walking His Dog
He raises a hand to cover his nose and turn to walk away.
A voice calls his name, low and echoing from inside the building--"Patrick..."
Cass
Patrick
Hooded Figure
Patrick
???
Patrick
Feb 13, 2023 12:51 am
Tereza gets an odd looks at the mentioning of hiding hands with Deacon, that rapidly turns into to a slightly flustered one at the mention of Caroline wanting to hold hands. 'That's not... It just makes sense.. I mena to make sure a ritual yields the best it can to have the proper arrangement.. Nothing to do with wanting to hold hands with certain people.' The protest gives way to quiet grumbles as the information is picked for through.
There was something off about Tara. She hadn't directly answered Caroline's questions and it was almost light she was trying to hint at some with mention of long nights... Caroline almost swears out loud as tee realisation That Tara hadn't been with them last night clicks. That might explained th passive agresivness. She would need to try and pull her aside at some point... They had to focus on the case for now though.
'Well, it could be he made a deal with fae for magic? Or.. Well it was the sap that's fae right? From the exploded tree. If we think he came out of that... Perhaps he was imprisoned or trapped by fae
There was something off about Tara. She hadn't directly answered Caroline's questions and it was almost light she was trying to hint at some with mention of long nights... Caroline almost swears out loud as tee realisation That Tara hadn't been with them last night clicks. That might explained th passive agresivness. She would need to try and pull her aside at some point... They had to focus on the case for now though.
'Well, it could be he made a deal with fae for magic? Or.. Well it was the sap that's fae right? From the exploded tree. If we think he came out of that... Perhaps he was imprisoned or trapped by fae
Feb 13, 2023 2:44 pm
"Well, then I'm off to the library, and maybe a few of the bookstores in the area. I'll be back later to report on what I find." Sarah takes her leave of the brewery. The walk to the library is a short one and the chill in the morning air serves to invigorate her. She hadn't slept well, remembering with all-too-much clarity the details of the ritual. She stepped into the library and proceeded to the card catalog, starting her research with fey folk.
Rolls
Research - (1d4-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d4-2 : (2) - 2 = 0
1d6-2 : (5) - 2 = 3
Occult - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (63) = 9
Feb 14, 2023 6:25 am
Tereza takes the credit card and playfully fans herself with it. "Ah, finally, I will be able to buy nice dress for myself," she says, grinning at Tara's reaction.
She then nods at Sarah and Caroline. "I do not know much about Fae, I'm afraid. So you best do research while I get us help for our festival. Anyone want to come with me to meet nice group of Slavic boys and girls?" She looks at their bookkeeper, who seems the most invested in the festival over the investigation. "Tara?"
She then nods at Sarah and Caroline. "I do not know much about Fae, I'm afraid. So you best do research while I get us help for our festival. Anyone want to come with me to meet nice group of Slavic boys and girls?" She looks at their bookkeeper, who seems the most invested in the festival over the investigation. "Tara?"
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I'm happy to start us off on another scene as well. Would just be good to know first if anyone (and who) is coming withLast edited February 14, 2023 7:59 am
Feb 14, 2023 2:36 pm
Camera shifts to Tara's face, when Tereza asks who's joining her...
She sighs. "I guess I will join you," she says.
Her gaze shifts to the others--Caroline, Jemma and Deacon: "What about you three?"🌙
Framing shot of the Salem Public Library, it's massive stone steps covered in slush. Cut to a dimly light private study room, deep in the libraries stacks...
A *thwap* precipitates a shot of Sarah with Wesley behind her having just closed a large book.
"I've searched through town records, and I do find a record of a Lawrence Braddock arriving in 1675, and there is mention of his hiring laborers and buying supply to construct a rather lavish manor on the outskirts of the colony..."
Wesley pushes his glasses up his nose. "But that's where official records stop." He moves to the table and sits down. "Remember, the more specific you are in your search the more likely it'll be that you find interesting information--perhaps looking into specific clues you've already found. That's just the opinion of a professional librarian," he says.
But as to your Occult roll......your occult research into fey, tales surrounding them, and their origins turns up some interesting results. While you do come across several mentions of mortals making deals with fey for powers, there is a more particularly interesting bit of lore you find in a large dusty tome:
Sometimes, a mortal child who has been taken from their parents by a fey creature will return to their mortal life to confront the changeling who has been left in their place. After a battle of arcane wits and skill, the returned mortal desanguinates the changeling, taking their lifeforce and power into themselves. The changeling is left as a withered husk "...like the exposed roots of a plant..."
Such mortals are often recognized by the fey talisman they carry with them, gifts taken from the fairy house where they were raised. They often make powerful witches.
Famous occultist Catherine Erwin writes of a rare, but rumored weakness to such creatures: Sarah ( @WhtKnt ), what is that weakness you've found in your research?
Tara Hensley
Her gaze shifts to the others--Caroline, Jemma and Deacon: "What about you three?"
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Where ever Jemma is headin' just let us know, and Yeah Tereza can go ahead and set the scene for their recruitment. Let's say Caroline's "pulling aside" of Tara happens en route.Framing shot of the Salem Public Library, it's massive stone steps covered in slush. Cut to a dimly light private study room, deep in the libraries stacks...
Wesley Webster
"I've searched through town records, and I do find a record of a Lawrence Braddock arriving in 1675, and there is mention of his hiring laborers and buying supply to construct a rather lavish manor on the outskirts of the colony..."
Wesley pushes his glasses up his nose. "But that's where official records stop." He moves to the table and sits down. "Remember, the more specific you are in your search the more likely it'll be that you find interesting information--perhaps looking into specific clues you've already found. That's just the opinion of a professional librarian," he says.
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Gave you a +1 on the Research roll as Wesley would help with that, giving you a 4, and thus success--what he has told you is what you've learned from your basic Research roll. The more leading folks are with clues or ideas they have the more bonus to the roll we can apply after the fact!But as to your Occult roll...
Sometimes, a mortal child who has been taken from their parents by a fey creature will return to their mortal life to confront the changeling who has been left in their place. After a battle of arcane wits and skill, the returned mortal desanguinates the changeling, taking their lifeforce and power into themselves. The changeling is left as a withered husk "...like the exposed roots of a plant..."
Such mortals are often recognized by the fey talisman they carry with them, gifts taken from the fairy house where they were raised. They often make powerful witches.
Famous occultist Catherine Erwin writes of a rare, but rumored weakness to such creatures: Sarah ( @WhtKnt ), what is that weakness you've found in your research?
Feb 14, 2023 7:54 pm
"Well, there is no need to sound so excited about spending time with me," Tereza says to Tara in response to her less than enthusiastic reply. "I am offering, not forcing you to come."
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Once everyone has figured out where they'll be heading, Tereza starts leading the way to whoever decides to come with her. She doesn't have a car, so she counts on Tara (if she is coming) to drive them. Otherwise, she'll call a taxi.
Either way, a quick camera cut and establishing shot of Salem State University later, the camera catches them walking down a university hallway in one of the less well maintained buildings. "Today is not official meeting but I sent Alina a text last night asking to meet," Tereza explains to her companions. "For asking if they will help us. Maybe she brought others."
She stops in front of a door. A quick camera cut to the sign next to it reveals that among other things, this room has a regular booking for the university's Slavic Society, with an 'A. Andreyeva' listed as the person responsible.
She knocks on the door and opens without waiting for an answer. "Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, dámy a pánové," she greets anyone in the room as she ushers her companions inside. "I brought fresh meat and the offer of work in exchange for free beer."
- - -
Once everyone has figured out where they'll be heading, Tereza starts leading the way to whoever decides to come with her. She doesn't have a car, so she counts on Tara (if she is coming) to drive them. Otherwise, she'll call a taxi.
Either way, a quick camera cut and establishing shot of Salem State University later, the camera catches them walking down a university hallway in one of the less well maintained buildings. "Today is not official meeting but I sent Alina a text last night asking to meet," Tereza explains to her companions. "For asking if they will help us. Maybe she brought others."
She stops in front of a door. A quick camera cut to the sign next to it reveals that among other things, this room has a regular booking for the university's Slavic Society, with an 'A. Andreyeva' listed as the person responsible.
She knocks on the door and opens without waiting for an answer. "Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, dámy a pánové," she greets anyone in the room as she ushers her companions inside. "I brought fresh meat and the offer of work in exchange for free beer."
Feb 14, 2023 11:57 pm
'Well I know a little about the fey, and handling them.' Caroline's eyes flick over to Al up in the rafter, even as she rubs her right shoulder slightly, drifting off into thought for a moment before snapping back to it again.
'Though I do have my own books I can look at at home tonight, if we want to start hashing this festival out? ' Another long night or two would be fine surely. She could sleep when they got the guy and started getting money in.
As they start to go their separate ways she pull Tara aside to he office under pretense of 'collecting documents that might be need'
'You doing alright. I did not miss your...greeting this morning. ' She rubs the back of her hand with ne hand. 'Is this about last night?'
'Though I do have my own books I can look at at home tonight, if we want to start hashing this festival out? ' Another long night or two would be fine surely. She could sleep when they got the guy and started getting money in.
As they start to go their separate ways she pull Tara aside to he office under pretense of 'collecting documents that might be need'
'You doing alright. I did not miss your...greeting this morning. ' She rubs the back of her hand with ne hand. 'Is this about last night?'
Feb 16, 2023 4:01 pm
Tara Hensley
"I mean, no offense, but what do you, your brother, or Tereza actually have to lose? You can just head home if it all goes to shit, and me and Jemma are stuck here. The ley line is in our blood." She looks at a picture on the wall, a grainy black and white one, of a group of women sitting around a long table.
She comes out of her reverie and grabs her keys from the desk.
Tara Hensley
"Now, are you coming with us; because I'm gonna need to drive."
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What is Caroline's relationship to Tara? Why does she care how she's feeling?!Feb 16, 2023 4:38 pm
While at the university...
"Pozdravy, Tereza," Andrej says from the ragged couch where he sits playing Nintendo Switch. "Alina! Tereza's here!"
Alina looks up from a computer at the back of the room. "No shit. I see that." She stands and walks over to her friend to greet her properly. "Sorry, it's just Andrej and me today," she says. "Finals are keeping everyone busy."
"Tereza, when are you going to cast a spell on me? Fuck," he shouts as Mario passes his cart by, taking the lead.
Alina shakes her head at Andrej, an indicator to ignore him. "So what exactly do you need," she asks Tereza, and any others who are there.
Andrej
Alina
Andrej
Alina
Feb 16, 2023 5:50 pm
Tereza hugs Alina and kisses her cheek for a greeting, then turns to Andrej. "What spell do you need, big boy?" she asks, dropping down sideways on the couch next to him and throwing her legs over his. "To make you not suck at video games? That is beyond any power in this world." Andrej replies something to her in Russian and both laugh at it for a second.
She then leans back and gestures to her companions, introducing them quickly before saying. "Tara can explain best what we need, I think. Beyond being a total snack, she is also head honcho of our brewery. We are throwing a big festival at the full moon. It is secret. Do not tell anyone."
She then turns her head to her covenmates and stage-whispers, "This is best way to get them to tell everyone."
Then, addressing the Slavic Society again, she explains, "It is mostly decorations. Brewery is still decked out for Christmas." She adds a sentence in Russian, making her student friends laugh while leaving her covenmates in the dark.
She then leans back and gestures to her companions, introducing them quickly before saying. "Tara can explain best what we need, I think. Beyond being a total snack, she is also head honcho of our brewery. We are throwing a big festival at the full moon. It is secret. Do not tell anyone."
She then turns her head to her covenmates and stage-whispers, "This is best way to get them to tell everyone."
Then, addressing the Slavic Society again, she explains, "It is mostly decorations. Brewery is still decked out for Christmas." She adds a sentence in Russian, making her student friends laugh while leaving her covenmates in the dark.
Feb 16, 2023 7:38 pm
Jemma have been working in the brewery to produce beer that they could sell. In the afternoon she visit her contact "Hill-billy-Bob" to make her some custom shotgun shells with steel shavings that she got from the smiths lathe.
There you go girly. As requested... Bob eagerly eyes the pack of witches brew that Jemma have brought him. I done stuffed as many shavings into a shell as I could - and a nail. They will cut a pig and leave lots of iron snapnells in the wound, but they will not stop one. Not even at close range. Why do you wann'em?
Jemma takes the box of shotgun shells. I'm trying to prove a point to my friend. She is of the "every-tool-is-a-hammer" persuasion.
Hill-Billy-Bob nods sagely. Well, that is serenely different I'll give you that. Now I'll go enjoy a fresh girl-brew.
Oh by the way. Is your mamma home? I wanted to say hi and hear if she remembers some of the old stories from the town and woods. Edna, Bobs old mother, was an old friend of Jemma grandmother. But after her grandmother disapeared, Jemma haven't talked with her.
Hill-Billy-Bob
Jemma takes the box of shotgun shells. I'm trying to prove a point to my friend. She is of the "every-tool-is-a-hammer" persuasion.
Hill-Billy-Bob nods sagely. Well, that is serenely different I'll give you that. Now I'll go enjoy a fresh girl-brew.
Oh by the way. Is your mamma home? I wanted to say hi and hear if she remembers some of the old stories from the town and woods. Edna, Bobs old mother, was an old friend of Jemma grandmother. But after her grandmother disapeared, Jemma haven't talked with her.
Feb 16, 2023 11:25 pm
Andrej
Alina
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Tereza explains the plan.
Tara Hensley
She clears her throat. "O.K., yeah so like Tereza said: redecorating will be a big part of it." She opens her binder and takes out a stack of purple paper. "Aannnnd, hand out these fliers. Oh, and see if you can get us someone to do a pop-up kitchen for us. Thanks so much."
Tara hands a flier to Tereza with a look that says 'I know you didn't think you'd get off without doing leg work.'
Feb 16, 2023 11:29 pm
In an old colonial home near the woods --
The camera shifts to an old woman standing at a gas range, waiting for a kettle to boil. The warped floor creaks under Jemma's tread as she enters.
"I'm tryin' to get 'im to cut back on the beer," she says in a thick New England accent. Still, she turns and smiles. "Hello Jemma. Long time."
The camera shifts to an old woman standing at a gas range, waiting for a kettle to boil. The warped floor creaks under Jemma's tread as she enters.
'Mamma'
Feb 16, 2023 11:49 pm
[ +- ] Meanwhile...
The camera travels the hall of home that's been converted to a museum of sorts. A small group of visitors break away from a large old painting, break apart and head for the next room.
We follow them until we pass a lone man standing in front of a small glass encased model of a colonial period home.
She looks up from her seat at the entry desk, sees the man is still there and decides to approach him. Her look of concern speaks to the fact the man has just been standing there, swaying, for the last 15 minutes.
As she draws near she asks him, in a hushed and polite tone. "Sir... Can--can I help you? Do you need any assistance?"
The man turns, and Mabel gasps as she can now see the moss growing on his skin.
"Yes. I need help. Can you help us?" His eyes roll back, his mouth opens wide, and spores pour forth and float toward Mabel.
She cries out as his hands grab her shoulders.
We follow them until we pass a lone man standing in front of a small glass encased model of a colonial period home.
Mabel Adams
As she draws near she asks him, in a hushed and polite tone. "Sir... Can--can I help you? Do you need any assistance?"
Patrick
"Yes. I need help. Can you help us?" His eyes roll back, his mouth opens wide, and spores pour forth and float toward Mabel.
Mabel Adams
Feb 17, 2023 12:31 am
'No I can't' The words burst out of Caroline quick and sharp at the suggestion she can just go home before she can stop herself. Theres a dtodd look in a her eyes, determination but then the briefest flash of fear before she raises a hand t pinch the bridge of her nose and sigh, shaking her head.
'I'm sorry. That outburst.. look I care about the brewery. A lot. And you, Jemma, everyone else. Otherwise I'd have gone back a long time ago. It's just.. admitting that we are in trouble.. I.. ' She hesitates not at all sure how to explain. 'I grew up with failure not being an option.. so we'll just have to get out of it. We've got the consulting fee at least.. ' She carefully raises a hand to place it on Tara's shoulder. She wasn't as close with the bookkeeper as she was Tereza and Jemma, but she had definitely seen Caroline at worse moments than the others, when trying not to react badly to a bad months numbers, or insisting on going through the books again in case there was a mistake.
' I never mean to seem like I didn;t care I just.. I can't accept the idea we lose he brewery as an option. ...Anyway we should go meet these friends of T's. See what we can do.
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As the others chat about plans Caroline sits to the side, trying to look interested and not doze off. Despite her words about the brewery being important her mind keeps drifting back to the scene in the woods, and the victims. If only she could figure out a duplication spell or similar, be in too places at once.
'I'm sorry. That outburst.. look I care about the brewery. A lot. And you, Jemma, everyone else. Otherwise I'd have gone back a long time ago. It's just.. admitting that we are in trouble.. I.. ' She hesitates not at all sure how to explain. 'I grew up with failure not being an option.. so we'll just have to get out of it. We've got the consulting fee at least.. ' She carefully raises a hand to place it on Tara's shoulder. She wasn't as close with the bookkeeper as she was Tereza and Jemma, but she had definitely seen Caroline at worse moments than the others, when trying not to react badly to a bad months numbers, or insisting on going through the books again in case there was a mistake.
' I never mean to seem like I didn;t care I just.. I can't accept the idea we lose he brewery as an option. ...Anyway we should go meet these friends of T's. See what we can do.
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As the others chat about plans Caroline sits to the side, trying to look interested and not doze off. Despite her words about the brewery being important her mind keeps drifting back to the scene in the woods, and the victims. If only she could figure out a duplication spell or similar, be in too places at once.
Feb 17, 2023 6:49 am
Tereza takes the fliers from Tara and then immediately turns to Andrej. Her legs still crossed over his, she places a hand on his chest. "Andrej, miláček, if you truly love me, you will hand out this stack of fliers in addition to yours, no?" She leans her head on Andrej's shoulder. "We do not need love spell if we have each other and we support each other."
Alina rolls her eyes and leans towards Tara and Caroline with a sigh. "Does Tereza act like that around everyone or just us?"
Alina Andreyeva
Feb 18, 2023 9:27 am
In an old colonial home near the woods
Jemma takes a seat in the kitchen and removes her gloves.
Hello Mamma. Do you know the feeling of something tickling the brain? That there is a story you have heard but don't recall all of it? I was wondering, do you recall any of the stories about these woods? About strange trees, fey and ghosts?
Jemma takes a seat in the kitchen and removes her gloves.
Hello Mamma. Do you know the feeling of something tickling the brain? That there is a story you have heard but don't recall all of it? I was wondering, do you recall any of the stories about these woods? About strange trees, fey and ghosts?
Feb 18, 2023 5:31 pm
Steeped in her research, Sarah gasps audibly as she reads of the potential weakness of the fey spirit they will be facing. "Of course," she mutters aloud, "I should have known!" Taking up her notebook, she makes some quick notes and then heads back to the brewery. She practically runs in the front doors, shouting, "I've got it! Iron powder! Specifically, cold iron powder!"
Feb 18, 2023 10:33 pm
Caroline says:
Theres a odd look in a her eyes, determination but then the briefest flash of fear before she raises a hand t pinch the bridge of her nose and sigh, shaking her head.OOC:
Sounds, intense for Caroline; if you willingly take a -1 to soundness she can have a Benny 🌙 Tara Hensley
Andrej
Dumb joke aside, he squeezes Tereza's knee then pushes her legs off him. "Welp, off to work I guess... Probably tons of tourists round the historic district right now. I'm sure all they need to make their trip to Salem complete is colorful paper from me."
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Outside the library, Sarah bursts forth into the waxy winter sunlight; just in time to see a SPD police cruiser pull up. The driver is Officer Hadley.
Officer Hadley
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In the colonial home kitchen 'Mamma' pours two mugs of tea, without asking Jemma if she even wants one.
'Mamma'
Her hands shake as she sips from her tea, but it's just from age. "When I was a girl, the women of the Coven would talk about the pine barrens, past the North Road," she says, pronouncing 'road' like 'rud.'
"They'd say the land there was cursed, due to something buried in the ground there. They'd say that the woods had been 'turned twilit,' an' that the magic there wasn't for mortals."
"Old Milly Bund, when she wasn't so old, told me a tale passed down from her great-great grandmother about a witch that was so angry, an' so power it took a coven of thirteen to bind them. A witch who was happy to bend the 'rules' that govern the natural order of things, endangering all folk who practiced magic in these parts."
"When this witch was bound an' buried, not long after, the forest rose up an' swallowed a whole dozen acres of land on the edge of town, includin' a fancy manor house of an old English family."
"Now I don't know I just told you is connected or not, but it sure has the flavor of fey to it--rules, angry forest, and twilit wood."
She gives a knowing look and sips from her tea.
Feb 19, 2023 12:33 am
Sarah approaches the police cruiser. "Officer Hadley! What's up?"
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Feb 19, 2023 1:02 am
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I'll pass on th ebenny for now, as as I already have a couple of extraFeb 19, 2023 7:47 am
"You two are the best," Tereza says to Andrej and Alina, her tone a bit less joking and flirty now. "Genuinely."
She lets Andrej get up, then tells them, "Don't forget to take fliers for yourselves. You are invited. Guests of honor, for helping, yes?" She turns to Tara to ask for what exactly the compensation for their help will be. "Free beer all evening?"
She lets Andrej get up, then tells them, "Don't forget to take fliers for yourselves. You are invited. Guests of honor, for helping, yes?" She turns to Tara to ask for what exactly the compensation for their help will be. "Free beer all evening?"
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Feb 19, 2023 10:14 am
In the colonial home kitchen
Thank you Mamma. I knew I had heard something about this manor house and the forest. I now have something to go to in local archives.
Jemma finiches her tea. Thank you for the tea, may love and light fill your home and heart.
In the car Jemma composes a text message for all the brewery witches.
Local stories tells
- that "something" was buried in the forest and the woods have "turned twilit" by non-human magics.
- approx 150 years ago, about a powerful dark witch who a whole coven had to bind. That dark witch was active in the forest.
- how the forest swallowed a dozen acres of land, including a fancy manor house of an old English family, after a witch burning.
I'll visit the local archives to find this manor house
If nothing else, she could compair old maps of the forest with newer ones and see where several acres of land had been added.
Thank you Mamma. I knew I had heard something about this manor house and the forest. I now have something to go to in local archives.
Jemma finiches her tea. Thank you for the tea, may love and light fill your home and heart.
In the car Jemma composes a text message for all the brewery witches.
Local stories tells
- that "something" was buried in the forest and the woods have "turned twilit" by non-human magics.
- approx 150 years ago, about a powerful dark witch who a whole coven had to bind. That dark witch was active in the forest.
- how the forest swallowed a dozen acres of land, including a fancy manor house of an old English family, after a witch burning.
I'll visit the local archives to find this manor house
If nothing else, she could compair old maps of the forest with newer ones and see where several acres of land had been added.
Feb 20, 2023 11:09 pm
Outside the Library the camera pushes in on Hadley and Sarah.
He crosses his arms as she approaches and leans on his car--a very cool look. "Got a call from a man saying his husband didn't come back from walking his dog. Out by The Pines," he says with 'you know what I mean' look.
"Too early to call it a missing persons, but given what's going on I'm thinkin' it should be taken seriously. So. You all find any leads or what? What are we dealin' with here? What's the workin' theory?"
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In the dorm a wide shot of those gathered in the Slavic Society's room.
Tara smiles at Thereza and answers he question. "Of course; free beer all around. I'm not that lame."
"And, we can throw you some favor credit. Next event you have, we'll cover the a few kegs." Tara shrugs at Caroline and Thereza--"Advertising," she says.
Andrej ziiiiiiiiippppppps up his coat and throws a scruff around his neck. "Well if I'm flying solo, see you all around."
Alina starts putting on her own coat as Andrej leaves. "Where are you three headed now," she asks Caroline, Thereza and Tara as Andrej heads out the door.
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Framing shot of historic Salem's main street as Jemma pulls up the town archives.
It's a square brick building sitting directly next door to a an old historic home that's been converted to a local museum.
Both are run the local Historical Society.
As Jemma exits her car she can't help but notice a small group of people running, full tilt, out of the museums front doors.
Officer Hadley
"Too early to call it a missing persons, but given what's going on I'm thinkin' it should be taken seriously. So. You all find any leads or what? What are we dealin' with here? What's the workin' theory?"
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In the dorm a wide shot of those gathered in the Slavic Society's room.
Tara Hensley
"And, we can throw you some favor credit. Next event you have, we'll cover the a few kegs." Tara shrugs at Caroline and Thereza--"Advertising," she says.
Andrej
Alina
🌓
Framing shot of historic Salem's main street as Jemma pulls up the town archives.
It's a square brick building sitting directly next door to a an old historic home that's been converted to a local museum.
Both are run the local Historical Society.
As Jemma exits her car she can't help but notice a small group of people running, full tilt, out of the museums front doors.
Feb 21, 2023 6:29 am
"You will earn many admirers that way, Tara," Tereza teases the bookkeeper, then she considers Alina's question. Turning to both Caroline and Tara, she asks, "Do you have other people we want to ask for help? Do you need me to come along? Otherwise, I could help Andrej advertise. Hunky lumberjack looking guy and pretty girl who looks like right from funeral"—she gestures at her elegant all-black clothes—"Give everyone someone to ogle as they decide whether to come, yes?"
Feb 21, 2023 7:32 am
The second her phone ping Caroline instinctively pulls it out. It was never good to miss an important message about a possible buissne deal.
Seeing it's Jemma she give a slight smile that turns into a frown as she reads the message. Land swilling did not sound good.
It had been a while since she had been to the archives and she briefly feels a pang of nostalgia. When first in Salem studying the lines she had spent many a day ther trying to dig up info. The temptation to join Jemma was high, but then Tara's words come back to her. Of not seeming to care about the brewery.
Jemma and Sarah could handle the research, at least for a little longer.
Atta girl ;) Though can't say I'm thrilled at the idea of a witch swallowing land.
T's Slavic friends are fun. We're going to focus on the festive.
Let me know if you need me.
She puts her phone away as the others start querying actions. 'If I go back to the brewery I can start seeing if I can score a couple of casks of cider and other beverages to draw in the non-beer drinkers. I have a couple of contacts. Tara think you can work me a budget?
Seeing it's Jemma she give a slight smile that turns into a frown as she reads the message. Land swilling did not sound good.
It had been a while since she had been to the archives and she briefly feels a pang of nostalgia. When first in Salem studying the lines she had spent many a day ther trying to dig up info. The temptation to join Jemma was high, but then Tara's words come back to her. Of not seeming to care about the brewery.
Jemma and Sarah could handle the research, at least for a little longer.
Atta girl ;) Though can't say I'm thrilled at the idea of a witch swallowing land.
T's Slavic friends are fun. We're going to focus on the festive.
Let me know if you need me.
She puts her phone away as the others start querying actions. 'If I go back to the brewery I can start seeing if I can score a couple of casks of cider and other beverages to draw in the non-beer drinkers. I have a couple of contacts. Tara think you can work me a budget?
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Feb 21, 2023 8:16 am
Dunko says:
As Jemma exits her car she can't help but notice a small group of people running, full tilt, out of the museums front doors.
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As in a panic or teenage girls running for a sale?Feb 23, 2023 2:15 am
runekyndig says:
Dunko says:
As Jemma exits her car she can't help but notice a small group of people running, full tilt, out of the museums front doors.
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As in a panic or teenage girls running for a sale?OOC:
😆 Def in a panic!In the Slavic Society dorm Tara responds to Caroline's question.
Tara Hensley
"This," she points to a line with a black value, "is what we're working with."
OOC:
Let's introduce the concept of the Brewery having it's own resource die--times are tight so we'll start it at a d4 (but the odds of acing are good!Tara Hensley
OOC:
If you have a particularly good idea / descriptor for how you make some contacts work for you we can add modifiers to it. Let's say the Slavic Society is already giving a +1 for this episode.You can also always use your personal Wealth die to support a Brewery Resource test, but it'd assume the risk of failing as well. Show us where Caroline heads to now, and how it's going.
Still in the dorm the camera cuts to Alina and Tereza, near the door.
Alina
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Let's get a scene setup of Tereza catching up to Andrej, perhaps even some snap shots of their adventures handing out fliers on the way?!Feb 23, 2023 10:45 am
When a smirk grows on Tereza's face at that, Alina can see the kind of comment that's brewing in Tereza's head coming from a mile away. "Alina, you want me to call you tonight, yes? I never knew you felt that way." She kisses her cheek as the Russian girl is still rolling her eyes, then lets her leave. She turns to Tara and Caroline, kissing each of them once on the cheek in turn, progressively moving closer to their lips with each girl. "I have my phone with me. Let me know if there are big developments, in the festival or the case."
With that, she also leaves the room, not running but walking quickly to catch up with Andrej. She does so just as he's climbing into his rusted old car, which looks almost comically tiny next to the tall, broad-shouldered man. "я приду с тобой," she tells him.
He looks her over and shrugs, probably deciding that it should be less boring with her there, so he leans over and manually opens the passenger's side door for her to slip in. "Historic district?" she asks. He confirms and starts the engine.
As they're driving to the place Andrej had in mind, Tereza is looking out her window in thought. Eventually, she says, "I do not do love spell. There is problematic issue about consent with it and I prefer to stay far away." She turns to look at her friend. "But I know many cute and attractive people. You got to meet two just now. And I will throw a lovely festival soon. I can hook you up with some cute boy or girl if you want. In return, maybe you can give me advice?" She watches his face closely. "There is this girl I like, or woman. I think I fucked up big time with her."
With that, she also leaves the room, not running but walking quickly to catch up with Andrej. She does so just as he's climbing into his rusted old car, which looks almost comically tiny next to the tall, broad-shouldered man. "я приду с тобой," she tells him.
He looks her over and shrugs, probably deciding that it should be less boring with her there, so he leans over and manually opens the passenger's side door for her to slip in. "Historic district?" she asks. He confirms and starts the engine.
As they're driving to the place Andrej had in mind, Tereza is looking out her window in thought. Eventually, she says, "I do not do love spell. There is problematic issue about consent with it and I prefer to stay far away." She turns to look at her friend. "But I know many cute and attractive people. You got to meet two just now. And I will throw a lovely festival soon. I can hook you up with some cute boy or girl if you want. In return, maybe you can give me advice?" She watches his face closely. "There is this girl I like, or woman. I think I fucked up big time with her."
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Feb 23, 2023 5:32 pm
Still nothing firm," Sarah answers, "But we are following up on a few leads. It's too early to be sure, but I think that we are dealing with an unseelie... a dark fairy."
Feb 23, 2023 11:39 pm
Caroline's winces slightly at the number shown. Not ideal. She forces a grin. 'I can make that work. If you' re happy to drive us back I'll start forming a list in the car and get to work when we are back. '
At Tereza's goodbye she tense slightly as the younger witches lips get close to hers before trying to relax. Just Tereza being Tereza.
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As they get back to the brewery Caroline heads straight to the coffee machine to make another. Unlike the dead of the mor I g there was too much risk in Al using the machine, just incase someone saw. Though that would mean that had customers so maybe it was a decent trade.
'Right if you here yelling don't worry, it's going well' She tries to joke to Tara. Before sudden getting a serious look. 'I meant what I said, about the brewery. I admit what the chief has us looking into is interesting, and probably terrifying to a couple of the others, but this place means a lot to me. She places a hand briefly on the bookkeepers shoulder, before heading to the back office to start to search through some numbers.
There had been a beer and cider festivel about 6 months ago they had attended, and she'd been swapping details with other breweries to try and build contacts. This including frm a nearby cider orchard, who had been represented by a woman she had been informed by at least one of the others was 'cute'. There was as good a start as any.
Good morning, this is Caroline from Witcraft Brewing Co. I hope you remember we met a while ago. We were looking to hold a small festivel of our own and I couldn't help but think that mulled spice icder, and the more tradionatl ones, would be a great addition.
Would you be up for letting us purchase at a lower rate, or even we could do a swp for an event of yours in the future? Spread each others names?
The event is being run with the aid of some of the locl older students so there should be a good audience for your cider.? '
If this one failed she would just have to rinse and repeat.
Edit, well hope the wild dice counts. If not let me know and I will spend a benny.
At Tereza's goodbye she tense slightly as the younger witches lips get close to hers before trying to relax. Just Tereza being Tereza.
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As they get back to the brewery Caroline heads straight to the coffee machine to make another. Unlike the dead of the mor I g there was too much risk in Al using the machine, just incase someone saw. Though that would mean that had customers so maybe it was a decent trade.
'Right if you here yelling don't worry, it's going well' She tries to joke to Tara. Before sudden getting a serious look. 'I meant what I said, about the brewery. I admit what the chief has us looking into is interesting, and probably terrifying to a couple of the others, but this place means a lot to me. She places a hand briefly on the bookkeepers shoulder, before heading to the back office to start to search through some numbers.
There had been a beer and cider festivel about 6 months ago they had attended, and she'd been swapping details with other breweries to try and build contacts. This including frm a nearby cider orchard, who had been represented by a woman she had been informed by at least one of the others was 'cute'. There was as good a start as any.
Good morning, this is Caroline from Witcraft Brewing Co. I hope you remember we met a while ago. We were looking to hold a small festivel of our own and I couldn't help but think that mulled spice icder, and the more tradionatl ones, would be a great addition.
Would you be up for letting us purchase at a lower rate, or even we could do a swp for an event of yours in the future? Spread each others names?
The event is being run with the aid of some of the locl older students so there should be a good audience for your cider.? '
If this one failed she would just have to rinse and repeat.
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Right, wasn't sure if the finance dice would include a wild so added in just incase. Also threw in a social roll just in case it was needed, feel free to ignore any rolls not necessaryEdit, well hope the wild dice counts. If not let me know and I will spend a benny.
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Rolls
Persuasion* - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (4) = 4
1d6 : (5) = 5
Finance/Resource roll - (1d4+1, 1d6+1, RA)
1d4+1 : (2) + 1 = 3
1d6+1 : (62) + 1 = 9
Feb 24, 2023 5:19 pm
Interior of Andrej's car the framing bounces back and forth between him and Tereza as they chat.
He laughs, as he guides the car off the curb and into traffic. "I figured as much, and good point. Can't blame a dude for tryin'." He likes clichés.
"I'm always happy to give advice," replies to her trade offer. "How big a fuck up are we talkin'?"
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On the street, outside the library Hadley shakes his head in disbelief at Sarah.
"You're serious, too, right," he asks with a laugh. "Fairies."
The radio at his belt squawks. *psssht: Any units in the vacinity of Historic District?*
He hits talk: "Car 07, go ahead."
*psssht: Report of assualt at the Historic Conway house? A man covered in...plants?"*
Hadley makes eye contact with Sarah. "Yeah, I'm on it Dispatch." He turns off his radio.
"Plants? You wanna go for a ride," he asks the young witch.
In Witch Craft's office Caroline talks on the phone. The camera follows her as she talks...
...then jumps to a similar office, across town, but one that contains an air of success.
"Witch Craft? Or right. Yeeeeeeeeah, O.K." Lisa hears the numbers. "Yeah O.K., that's sounds about right. Um, what did you say the theme was?" She starts jotting in a moleskin.
Wyatt pokes his head in. "Caroline, I'm on the schedule but can I have off? I really don't feel good, and Dan's band is playing at Peabody's, and I alwasy run the merch table."
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Out in the taproom of the brewery Tara sits at a table moving numbers from one column to another.
She hears the front door open and close. "Dammit Wyatt, keep the door locked," she mutters to herself.
She looks up and speaks to the newcomer. "Sorry we're closed still, not open 'til 4pm today an'..." she trails off.
The man smiles. "Oh, my dear; I'm not here for that. Though I am rather hungry."
Andrej
"I'm always happy to give advice," replies to her trade offer. "How big a fuck up are we talkin'?"
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On the street, outside the library Hadley shakes his head in disbelief at Sarah.
Officer Hadley
The radio at his belt squawks. *psssht: Any units in the vacinity of Historic District?*
He hits talk: "Car 07, go ahead."
*psssht: Report of assualt at the Historic Conway house? A man covered in...plants?"*
Hadley makes eye contact with Sarah. "Yeah, I'm on it Dispatch." He turns off his radio.
"Plants? You wanna go for a ride," he asks the young witch.
In Witch Craft's office Caroline talks on the phone. The camera follows her as she talks...
Lisa Huáng
"Witch Craft? Or right. Yeeeeeeeeah, O.K." Lisa hears the numbers. "Yeah O.K., that's sounds about right. Um, what did you say the theme was?" She starts jotting in a moleskin.
OOC:
Great rolls! Resource does not deplete on that success! Very convincing.Wyatt Allen
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Out in the taproom of the brewery Tara sits at a table moving numbers from one column to another.
Tara Hensley
She looks up and speaks to the newcomer. "Sorry we're closed still, not open 'til 4pm today an'..." she trails off.
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Feb 24, 2023 7:09 pm
'Winter festival, a send off to the cold months. It may seem simplistic, but will let people focus on the drinks. To much set dressing can detract from such things I find.' That and it was less expensive bt Lisa didn't need to know that.
'If all the details sound good we can...' She starts as the door open and Wyatt enters. She spins around in her chair to face him, phone still to her ear an unimpressed look on her face. She holds a finger to her lips briefly before continuing. '...I apologise an employee needs me and they would only interrupt me if it was urgent.' She locks eyes with Wyatt as she speaks.
'Do you have an e-mail. I can send you over all the details. I hope we can work together.' She rapidly finishes up the call, noting done any e-mail or extra details before finally focusing on the bartender.
'You don't feel good, yet you are fine to go work at a gig? She raises a n eyebrow. '..and how long did you have to put in a proper leave request?' She raises an eyebrow before sighing and spinning back to her the desk and her laptop, starting to type out and e-mail to Lisa. ' Have you got anyone else to cover? I know we are often quiet at the moment however we have received a ..special request so a lot of the management aren't necessarily going to be around to pick up shifts should be have an unexpected rush.
'If you are genuinely ill I am not going to going to force you to work, but then I would expect you to be resting, not at Peabody's of all places. '
'If all the details sound good we can...' She starts as the door open and Wyatt enters. She spins around in her chair to face him, phone still to her ear an unimpressed look on her face. She holds a finger to her lips briefly before continuing. '...I apologise an employee needs me and they would only interrupt me if it was urgent.' She locks eyes with Wyatt as she speaks.
'Do you have an e-mail. I can send you over all the details. I hope we can work together.' She rapidly finishes up the call, noting done any e-mail or extra details before finally focusing on the bartender.
'You don't feel good, yet you are fine to go work at a gig? She raises a n eyebrow. '..and how long did you have to put in a proper leave request?' She raises an eyebrow before sighing and spinning back to her the desk and her laptop, starting to type out and e-mail to Lisa. ' Have you got anyone else to cover? I know we are often quiet at the moment however we have received a ..special request so a lot of the management aren't necessarily going to be around to pick up shifts should be have an unexpected rush.
'If you are genuinely ill I am not going to going to force you to work, but then I would expect you to be resting, not at Peabody's of all places. '
Feb 24, 2023 10:20 pm
Interior of Andrej's car
Tereza sighs. "I am not certain. Big?" She looks out the window. "I mean, it was always a long shot with her but I think she had a thing for me." She holds her thumb and index finger close together to indicate. "Small thing. But a chance, I think. Then I tried to help her with magic. And show off. Impress her. So I did ritual, a bit flashier than needed. And she saw a scary side of magic. Through me. I think I scared her. And I think now when she sees me, she sees that moment." She makes a face. "Not a sexy thing to associate me with."
Tereza sighs. "I am not certain. Big?" She looks out the window. "I mean, it was always a long shot with her but I think she had a thing for me." She holds her thumb and index finger close together to indicate. "Small thing. But a chance, I think. Then I tried to help her with magic. And show off. Impress her. So I did ritual, a bit flashier than needed. And she saw a scary side of magic. Through me. I think I scared her. And I think now when she sees me, she sees that moment." She makes a face. "Not a sexy thing to associate me with."
Feb 25, 2023 9:40 am
Dunko says:
Framing shot of historic Salem's main street as Jemma pulls up the town archives.It's a square brick building sitting directly next door to a an old historic home that's been converted to a local museum.
Both are run the local Historical Society.
As Jemma exits her car she can't help but notice a small group of people running, full tilt, out of the museums front doors.
OOC:
First I must apologise for dropping the ball on this game. This quality writing/game takes more time than I and allow myself while at work, and other stuff got in the way for me to answer posts at home. I will try and do better.Jemma puts a hand on the canvas bag containing her shotgun, but leaves it in the car. She must know what is going on. She tries to stop one of the runners to ask "Whats is going on?"
Whether she gets a response or not, she heads up to the door of the museum. Swift of foot, light of wings, Hekete make me dance like on springs
OOC:
She tries to boost her Agility, and this is something she MUST investigate[ +- ] Curious (Major)
It killed the cat, and it might kill your warrior as well. Curious characters have to check out everything and always want to know what’s behind a potential mystery or secret.
[ +- ] Heroic (Major)
This noble soul never says no to a person in need. She doesn’t have to be happy about it, but she always comes to the rescue of those
she feels can’t help themselves. She’s the first one to run into a burning building, usually agrees to hunt monsters for little or no pay, and is generally a pushover for a sob story
she feels can’t help themselves. She’s the first one to run into a burning building, usually agrees to hunt monsters for little or no pay, and is generally a pushover for a sob story
[ +- ] Boost/Lower Trait
Rank: Novice
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (boost); Instant (lower)
Trappings: Physical change, glowing aura, potions.
This power allows a character to increase or decrease a target’s Trait (attribute or skill).Boosting an ally’s Trait increases the selected Trait one die type, or two with a raise. Lowering an enemy’s Trait has a Durationof Instant and lowers the selected attribute or skill a die type with success, or two with a raise (to a minimum of d4). A victim automatically tries to shake off the effect with a Spirit roll as a free action at the end of his following turns. Success improves the effect one die type, and a raise removes the effect entirely.
Additional castings don’t stack on a single Trait (take the highest), but may affect different Traits.
MODIFIERS
**ADDITIONAL RECIPIENTS (+1): The power may affect more than one target for 1 additional Power Point each.
**STRONG (+1): Lower Trait only. The Spirit roll to shake off the effect is made at −2.
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (boost); Instant (lower)
Trappings: Physical change, glowing aura, potions.
This power allows a character to increase or decrease a target’s Trait (attribute or skill).Boosting an ally’s Trait increases the selected Trait one die type, or two with a raise. Lowering an enemy’s Trait has a Durationof Instant and lowers the selected attribute or skill a die type with success, or two with a raise (to a minimum of d4). A victim automatically tries to shake off the effect with a Spirit roll as a free action at the end of his following turns. Success improves the effect one die type, and a raise removes the effect entirely.
Additional castings don’t stack on a single Trait (take the highest), but may affect different Traits.
MODIFIERS
**ADDITIONAL RECIPIENTS (+1): The power may affect more than one target for 1 additional Power Point each.
**STRONG (+1): Lower Trait only. The Spirit roll to shake off the effect is made at −2.
OOC:
oh... shit that is a critical failure
Quote:
Backlash: A Critical Failure when activating a power is called Backlash. It causes a level of Fatigue and all currently active powers instantly terminate (Weird Science has a different effect, see Malfunction on page 153).Quote:
Fatigued
FATIGUED: The victim subtracts 1 from all Trait rolls. If he takes another level of Fatigue, he’s Exhausted.
EXHAUSTED: The victim subtracts 2 from all Trait rolls. If he takes another level of Fatigue, he’s Incapacitated.
RECOVERY: Unless otherwise specified by the source, Fatigue and Exhaustion improve one level per hour.
Last edited February 25, 2023 9:46 am
Rolls
Spellcasting (Smarts) - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (1) = 1
Feb 25, 2023 9:31 pm
Music engulfs Andrej's car as he pushes play on his vintage CD player. A song plays but not enough to drown out their voices.
He laughs at Tereza's last line. "Oh I don't know, harnessing the powers of the universe seems kinda sexy to me." He looks to make sure he's lightening the mood.
He sighs and gets real. "Look, if she knows you like we do, then there's no way you could have fucked up big enough to keep her away. And if she doesn't know you well enough yet, let her see the side of you that's not all 'toughness' and 'shock', and I know you know what I'm talking about."
"But even without your softer side, she'd be nuts to associate you with anything other awesomeness."
When you have a Heart to Heart with an NPC who is special to your character, OR with another PC, you both can roll a Spirit liked Skill to return points of Soundness.
...rolling Persuasion...
...Failed; he's not the most convicing friend...Andrej chuckles to lighten the mood more. "Or, you could always cast a love spell on her."
"What," he exclaims. "I just joking, jeez! Don't look at me like that. I mean, it's not like--
--HOLY SHIT!!"
The car's tires squeal as he slams on the brakes. He just barely avoids hitting two young girls who've run across the street, panic plan on their faces.
Several more people can be seen running scared out the front door of the Historical Society. One, lone person is on their way in...
Andrej
He sighs and gets real. "Look, if she knows you like we do, then there's no way you could have fucked up big enough to keep her away. And if she doesn't know you well enough yet, let her see the side of you that's not all 'toughness' and 'shock', and I know you know what I'm talking about."
"But even without your softer side, she'd be nuts to associate you with anything other awesomeness."
OOC:
Introducing mechanic here--Soundness Healing.When you have a Heart to Heart with an NPC who is special to your character, OR with another PC, you both can roll a Spirit liked Skill to return points of Soundness.
...rolling Persuasion...
...Failed; he's not the most convicing friend...
Andrej
"What," he exclaims. "I just joking, jeez! Don't look at me like that. I mean, it's not like--
--HOLY SHIT!!"
The car's tires squeal as he slams on the brakes. He just barely avoids hitting two young girls who've run across the street, panic plan on their faces.
Several more people can be seen running scared out the front door of the Historical Society. One, lone person is on their way in...
Rolls
Andrej tries to convince Tereza that there are more shots to shoot - (1d6, RA)
(2) = 2
Feb 25, 2023 9:48 pm
An electronic PING sounds as the camera jumps to Jemma entering the Historical Society's front lobby.
From down the hall, deeper into the building Jemma can hear a deep, loud voice -- "No. We need to know the location of the house. He says the land has changed too much... The LOCATION!"
The hall is long, and looks like it would creak under a persons tread. It's clear Stealth would be needed to go down it unnoticed.
From down the hall, deeper into the building Jemma can hear a deep, loud voice -- "No. We need to know the location of the house. He says the land has changed too much... The LOCATION!"
The hall is long, and looks like it would creak under a persons tread. It's clear Stealth would be needed to go down it unnoticed.
OOC:
So, we're gonna keep rolling with the Soundness homebrew for now, so Jemma loses 2 points of Soundness for the Backlash!Feb 25, 2023 9:54 pm
An overhead shot of the parking lot behind the Historical Society. Tires chirp as Sarah and Hadley pull up in the cop's squad car.
Hadley looks at Sarah as he drives over a parking spot and stops. "I figure we go in the back way," he says as he puts the car in park and turns off the engine.
As they exit the vehicle he says, "Hey, Sarah, hold up." His tone becomes sincere. "This is so far off the books it ain't even in the office, you know what I mean? And I'm out of my depth here... so I'm going to follow your play. You cool with that?"
Officer Hadley
As they exit the vehicle he says, "Hey, Sarah, hold up." His tone becomes sincere. "This is so far off the books it ain't even in the office, you know what I mean? And I'm out of my depth here... so I'm going to follow your play. You cool with that?"
OOC:
He awaits your answer, and I await your action and setting up Sarah's next scene!Feb 25, 2023 10:01 pm
In Witch Craft's office the camera frames Wyatt and Caroline talking.
He leans on the wall, projecting he doesn't care about much. "Well, I mean I feel sick, yeah, but it comes and goes."
He pulls out his phone and starts scrolling as he continues. "But, like, the merch table is easy, and I could probably do it while I don't feel well. And I don't have anyone to cover, and I told you we need to hire another bartender and that's your job not mine."
"So like this wouldn't be a big deal if you had, like, done your job and hired another bartender..."
Before Wyatt can continue inserting his foot into his mouth, a shout comes from the taproom.
"CaroLINE, um, can you get out here please!" Anxiety is clear in her voice.
Wyatt Allen
He pulls out his phone and starts scrolling as he continues. "But, like, the merch table is easy, and I could probably do it while I don't feel well. And I don't have anyone to cover, and I told you we need to hire another bartender and that's your job not mine."
"So like this wouldn't be a big deal if you had, like, done your job and hired another bartender..."
Before Wyatt can continue inserting his foot into his mouth, a shout comes from the taproom.
Tara Hensley
Feb 25, 2023 10:35 pm
Carolines eye's narrow. Why did Wyatt have to pick now for this conversation. Especially with Deacon nearby. There was a reason she preferred letting her brother deal with Wyatt's antics.
'My job? Your job clearly states that if you want time of to ask in advance. This mess is your..' She starts before hearing the bookkeepers yell. For a brief moment frustration crosses her face at being needed in even more places, before she processes the anxiety in Tara's voice. She stands up and moves to the door, deciding its best for her sanity to finish the conversation with Wyatt later anyway.
'Tara, please tell me this is imp Her words and motions come to a stop as her eyes land on the other person in the taproom. The image of the scenes last night still fresh enough in her mind to recognise him instantly. '.....ah crap.'
'My job? Your job clearly states that if you want time of to ask in advance. This mess is your..' She starts before hearing the bookkeepers yell. For a brief moment frustration crosses her face at being needed in even more places, before she processes the anxiety in Tara's voice. She stands up and moves to the door, deciding its best for her sanity to finish the conversation with Wyatt later anyway.
'Tara, please tell me this is imp Her words and motions come to a stop as her eyes land on the other person in the taproom. The image of the scenes last night still fresh enough in her mind to recognise him instantly. '.....ah crap.'
Feb 26, 2023 7:25 am
Tereza smiles at Andrej's words. They do make her feel better, even if they can't fully get rid of her doubts. She sighs when he brings up love spells again but before she can comment on that, he suddenly hits the brakes hard, throwing her into her seatbelt. After cursing in Czech, she turns her eyes forward to see what made him stop like this. She sees the panicked teenagers fleeing and then recognizes the single shape heading into the building. "That is Jemma!" she exclaims. "She is my friend. From the brewery."
She's already undoing her seatbelt and fumbling with the door. "I go after her. Something is going on. Probably dangerous, so you stay out here, understood?" She looks into Andrej's eyes to make sure he's not about to try and play hero. "This is matter for my kind, I believe. But call the police. Tell them what we saw and tell them it is probably about Chief Sweeney's case." She emphasizes the name so he remembers it.
And with that, she's out of the car, running across the street towards the museum. Jemma is already inside, so Tereza follows. "Jemma!" she hisses into the building, hoping to get her attention without drawing that of who- or whatever got these kids so panicked. Only inside the building does she realize that in a dangerous fey encounter, she'd be about as useless as Andrej. Tereza is a powerful ritualist, but she still hasn't mastered spontaneous spellcasting. To herself, she mutters, "Where is Deacon when you need him?"
She's already undoing her seatbelt and fumbling with the door. "I go after her. Something is going on. Probably dangerous, so you stay out here, understood?" She looks into Andrej's eyes to make sure he's not about to try and play hero. "This is matter for my kind, I believe. But call the police. Tell them what we saw and tell them it is probably about Chief Sweeney's case." She emphasizes the name so he remembers it.
And with that, she's out of the car, running across the street towards the museum. Jemma is already inside, so Tereza follows. "Jemma!" she hisses into the building, hoping to get her attention without drawing that of who- or whatever got these kids so panicked. Only inside the building does she realize that in a dangerous fey encounter, she'd be about as useless as Andrej. Tereza is a powerful ritualist, but she still hasn't mastered spontaneous spellcasting. To herself, she mutters, "Where is Deacon when you need him?"
Feb 26, 2023 9:02 am
Dunko says:
The hall is long, and looks like it would creak under a persons tread. It's clear Stealth would be needed to go down it unnoticed. Hearing her name she turns and sees Tereza. With fingers on lips she indicates that she needs to keep her voice down.
Rolls
Stealth* - (1d4, 1d6, RA)
1d4 : (41) = 5
1d6 : (2) = 2
Feb 26, 2023 9:05 am
Tereza catches up to Jemma, following her example of trying to be quiet and sneaky. She then mouthes, her voice barely even a whisper, "What is going on?"
OOC:
Throwing in a (bad) Stealth roll in case you want one from me as well, DunkoLast edited February 26, 2023 9:06 am
Rolls
Stealth - (1D4, 1D6, RA)
1D4 : (1) = 1
1D6 : (3) = 3
Feb 26, 2023 9:25 am
Jemma just gives Tereza a look. How is she supposed to explain a complex situation while being stealthy? She doesn't! Jemma moves forward
Feb 27, 2023 3:22 am
Sarah nods and approaches the back door, opening it slowly and carefully, ready for anything to jump out at her. Assuming nothing does so, she enters the building as quietly as possible and looks around before motioning Hadley inside. She momentarily wishes that she knew a protection spell for them, but there was no time to worry about that!
Rolls
Stealth* - (1d4, 1d6, RA)
1d4 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (3) = 3
Feb 27, 2023 1:47 pm
The camera zooms in on Caroline's face before cutting back to show the whole tap room.
The man gives Caroline a sinister smile. "You absolutely reek of the Seelie. It led me right to you, my dear."
He picks up a dirty glass from a nearby table, sees the labeling on it and grunts in interest. "You were one of the children scampering about in the woods last night, playing with magik," he pronounces it in an obnoxious manner.
The camera cuts to Tara, vines and and roots creeping from to floor boards, wrapping her body and attaching to her face. "C-Caroline," she says, breathless.
He looks from Tara to Caroline. "I've not hurt her. Yet." He tosses the beer glass aside, shattering it on the floor. "Tell me child, why does no coven tap the ley line. Why do no witches do their duty."
He steps closer. "Where. Is. the circle of elders?" His eyes drill into Caroline's as he awaits her answer.
Wyatt enters the taproom from the back office. "O.K., look sorry; I'm sorry. You're right. You're the boss. But hey, you can't just walk away from a guy when he's askin'," he cuts off as he sees the scene. "HoLY SHIT!"
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He picks up a dirty glass from a nearby table, sees the labeling on it and grunts in interest. "You were one of the children scampering about in the woods last night, playing with magik," he pronounces it in an obnoxious manner.
Tara
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He steps closer. "Where. Is. the circle of elders?" His eyes drill into Caroline's as he awaits her answer.
Wyatt Allen
Feb 27, 2023 2:04 pm
In a large open office, in the Historical Society the camera shows too root and moss covered individuals digging through tall filing cabinets.
Mabel pulls a large book, from the cabinet. It's covered in a cracked leather binding. "Here," she exclaims in a dull tone.
"Quickly now, our master rewards speed in tasks. We must return," he cuts off and the camera swings toward loud CREAK in the hall right outside the office where two witches sneak.
Jemma and Tereza have been discovered by the plan covered duo.
Fear and magic projection washes over Tereza...
Fear and magic projection washes over Jemma..."I'll deal with this," he says as he turns and walks with purpose toward the two witches.
Mabel
Patrick
Jemma and Tereza have been discovered by the plan covered duo.
Tereza
OOC:
Roll Fear SaveJemma
OOC:
Roll Fear SavePatrick
Feb 27, 2023 2:06 pm
OOC:
Fear saves are Spirit, right?Rolls
##Spirit - (1D8, 1D6, RA)
1D8 : (2) = 2
1D6 : (4) = 4
Feb 27, 2023 2:10 pm
At the Historic Society's back door Sarah and Hadley attempt to sneak in.
But the door closes loudly in the wind, and the floor is old and creaky.
As they move down the back hall Hadley chatters on. "Chief told me about what ya'll showed her last night. So if that's what we're dealing with here, do you have any idea how to subdue something like that," he asks Sarah.
But before she can answer the camera focuses in on a doorway that joins the hall ahead. Nails click on the floor as moss covered dog enters the hall, blocking their path. It looks at Sarah and Hadley and begins to growl deep in its chest.
Fear and magic projection washes over Sarah...
But the door closes loudly in the wind, and the floor is old and creaky.
Officer Hadley
Cass
Sarah
OOC:
Roll Fear SaveQuote:
Fear saves are Spirit, right?OOC:
It sure is!Feb 27, 2023 11:14 pm
For a moment images form the night before continue to run through Caroline's mind as she stares at the man in front of her. Then reminders if the nightmares, vines coming from her own arm to wrap around her. Then her eyes move away from him and lock on Tara, her friend constricted by the vines that she had not been able to get out of her head. She grits her teeth and forces herself to start thinking clearly. Now was not the time for old doubts to come back. She had to be strong and get Tara out of this. Beside it wasn't fitting for a Shaw to be scared of plants.
She locks eyes back with the man, the witch? trying her hardest to not let any concern of fear show. Had to remain t=on control. Or at least act it. She rapidly runs Jemma's text through her head. An old coven had sealed a witch away. Presumably this was him. A full 1 witches and it was just he...now was not the time from an outright fight. She could try and speed dial the others or Sweeny from her pocket. He wouldn't know about phones right? But then she would be calling them all into danger as ell, and she wasn't about to lose anyone to the vines. She had to handle this. At least long enough to get Tara free.
'Our coven is the one currently in charge around town. What we do with the ley lines are our business.' She crosses her arms to try and seem unimpressed even as the shirt of her right sleeves shift slightly, as if something underneath is moving, Al, and possibly something else, close to being summoned by her her state of high alert. This is not aided by Wyatt choosing to follow her out, and internally she curses. His timing was never good.
'Wyatt get back in the office and close the door. ' She doesn't look back at him, her voice carrying an authority that normally only comes out when someone has really messed up, normally Wyatt or Deacon. She tries to keep her focus on the threat.
'Lawrence Braddock I assume? I do not know what you mean by this circle of Elders. Was it the old Coven, the on e Jemma spoke of that her grandmother was a part of? Or was it those who sealed him away. She debated whether telling him the weren't around was a good idea, but right now she couldn't see lying helping either. Tara out of danger first. That was priority. 'Which I would have told you even without you threatening my coven sister. I suggest you release her and then us two can find somewhere to discuss things civilly? She needed to get him away from Tara and Wyatt, away from the Brewery.
She locks eyes back with the man, the witch? trying her hardest to not let any concern of fear show. Had to remain t=on control. Or at least act it. She rapidly runs Jemma's text through her head. An old coven had sealed a witch away. Presumably this was him. A full 1 witches and it was just he...now was not the time from an outright fight. She could try and speed dial the others or Sweeny from her pocket. He wouldn't know about phones right? But then she would be calling them all into danger as ell, and she wasn't about to lose anyone to the vines. She had to handle this. At least long enough to get Tara free.
'Our coven is the one currently in charge around town. What we do with the ley lines are our business.' She crosses her arms to try and seem unimpressed even as the shirt of her right sleeves shift slightly, as if something underneath is moving, Al, and possibly something else, close to being summoned by her her state of high alert. This is not aided by Wyatt choosing to follow her out, and internally she curses. His timing was never good.
'Wyatt get back in the office and close the door. ' She doesn't look back at him, her voice carrying an authority that normally only comes out when someone has really messed up, normally Wyatt or Deacon. She tries to keep her focus on the threat.
'Lawrence Braddock I assume? I do not know what you mean by this circle of Elders. Was it the old Coven, the on e Jemma spoke of that her grandmother was a part of? Or was it those who sealed him away. She debated whether telling him the weren't around was a good idea, but right now she couldn't see lying helping either. Tara out of danger first. That was priority. 'Which I would have told you even without you threatening my coven sister. I suggest you release her and then us two can find somewhere to discuss things civilly? She needed to get him away from Tara and Wyatt, away from the Brewery.
Feb 28, 2023 11:58 am
bowlofspinach says:
OOC:
Fear saves are Spirit, right?Rolls
Spirit - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (3) = 3
Mar 1, 2023 4:18 am
Sarah gasps aloud as she sees the dog. Fear wells up within her, but she swallows hard and forces it back down. She whispers to Hadley, "I'm not sure that bullets will have any effect on it, and my magick may not work because of its state, but I'll try." She whispers the words to her spell, but her uncertainty causes her to stumble over the words.
OOC:
She was trying to cast beast friend, but not with that roll.Last edited March 1, 2023 4:24 am
Rolls
Spirit - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (661) = 13
Faith - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (2) = 2
Mar 1, 2023 10:47 pm
In Witch Craft's taproom the camera slowly pans Caroline's confrontation with the stranger. Wyatt yelps and runs back to the office.
He smiles at Caroline's use of his name. "Ah, so you've heard of me," he says. "Or have you summoned this knowledge, little 'witch'?" He makes the word 'witch' sound mocking.
He looks at Tara, and his grip on her. He shrugs, flicks is hand...
...and the vines wrapping her shatter. She cries out in pain then drops to the floor.
The floor creaks as he walks toward Caroline. He tilts his head as he examines her. "You're a member of a coven?" His question is charged with skepticism. "But you're a child," he laughs more than says.
He stops within two meters of Caroline. "And no Elders or circle--no no, you don't even know what it means." He eye twitches and he looks off, over your should as if listening to something from far off. He focuses back on the young, blond witch. "Oh well. It matters not. Come. You will join with me and I will bind you into my circle. It is a great honor, I assure you." He turns to go, expecting her to follow.
🌔
Meanwhile in Witch Craft's office Wyatt pulls out his cell.
"Shit, shit, shit..." he says as he attempts to call Jemma.
Lawrence Braddock
He looks at Tara, and his grip on her. He shrugs, flicks is hand...
Tara Hensley
Lawrence Braddock
He stops within two meters of Caroline. "And no Elders or circle--no no, you don't even know what it means." He eye twitches and he looks off, over your should as if listening to something from far off. He focuses back on the young, blond witch. "Oh well. It matters not. Come. You will join with me and I will bind you into my circle. It is a great honor, I assure you." He turns to go, expecting her to follow.
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Meanwhile in Witch Craft's office Wyatt pulls out his cell.
Wyatt Allen
Mar 1, 2023 10:59 pm
In the back hall of the Historical Society Sarah withstands the wash of fear and magic projection.
The camera pulls back, to better frame her as she attempts to cast a spell to calm the distressed animal. But something in the casting goes awry!The dog barks as magic attempts to wreath him. His lips curl bark, and his teeth flash as he shakes off the affects and lunges at Sarah and Hadley.
"Sarah," Hadley shouts as he shoves her against the wall and throws himself in front of her.
The dog's jaws open wide, and snap shut on Hadley's leg. Blood and a yellow foam spill out.
Hadley throws his head back and howls in pain. Green vines and moss are already spreading from the wound site and crawling up his flesh.
The camera pulls back, to better frame her as she attempts to cast a spell to calm the distressed animal. But something in the casting goes awry!
OOC:
Everyone, make sure you don't ever hesitate to describe your failures--only you know why you've failed!Cass
Officer Hadley
Cass
Officer Hadley
OOC:
What does Sarah do?!Mar 1, 2023 11:05 pm
The camera jumps to deeper in the Historical Society where a wave of fear washes over Jemma and Thereza.
...Result - Panicked: The victim immediately moves his full Pace plus running die away from the danger and is Shaken. Additionally, lose 1 Soundness Point...Seeing the effect his presence has on Jemma, Plant Patrick turns his attention to Tereza. He opens his mouth wide, as spores begin to pour out; he reaches his arms toward her and runs at her with a burst of speed.
"I have it," she states in triumph. Her eyes roll back in her head as she communes with someone far off.
OOC:
...Rolling Fear Result for Jemma......Result - Panicked: The victim immediately moves his full Pace plus running die away from the danger and is Shaken. Additionally, lose 1 Soundness Point...
Patrick
Mabel
OOC:
What do Jemma and Tereza do? It's clear that Patrick is about to grab Tereza if no action is taken--I think we'd say back to the front door would be full pace away.Rolls
Jemma Fear Result - (1d20)
(16) = 16
Mar 2, 2023 7:47 am
Tereza's eyes widen in fear as the plant-infected man suddenly comes towards her. Not for the first time, she wishes Deacon was here. He could do something. Or Alina. She may not have any spellcasting abilities but at least she could kick a guy's ass in about twenty different ways.
But here Tereza was, rushing into danger without thinking and without any way to really be of help. She just shrinks away from the man, stepping backwards and attempting to avoid his arms.
But here Tereza was, rushing into danger without thinking and without any way to really be of help. She just shrinks away from the man, stepping backwards and attempting to avoid his arms.
OOC:
Just going to go defensive here, keeping a bit of distance. Let me know if you need a roll from me to avoid being grabbed or if this falls under Defend[ +- ] Defend
Mar 2, 2023 4:28 pm
The second Tara is dropped Caroline rushes to her, though keeping her eyes on Braddock. She crouches by the bookkeeper about to start a healing spell.
As the wood creaks and Braddock start to walk forward however she stands and and firmly places herself between him and Tara a protective glare in her face.
'I am not a child. I know what I am doing with magic I assure you.' If she wasn't already pissed off enough at him already..
Bind her into his circle... Whatever that meant it couldn't be good. But if she refused to go Tara could get caught in the crossfire. Wyatt too. She tries to suppress a shiver as he starts to leave and she drops down next to Tara trying to sound reassuring as she places a hand on her shoulder.
'I've got this, don't worry. I just need him away from you and Wyatt. Tell the others not to do anything stupid. ' She quickly traces out the symbols for a healing spell to try and relieve some of her pain before getting up and following Braddock.
As the wood creaks and Braddock start to walk forward however she stands and and firmly places herself between him and Tara a protective glare in her face.
'I am not a child. I know what I am doing with magic I assure you.' If she wasn't already pissed off enough at him already..
Bind her into his circle... Whatever that meant it couldn't be good. But if she refused to go Tara could get caught in the crossfire. Wyatt too. She tries to suppress a shiver as he starts to leave and she drops down next to Tara trying to sound reassuring as she places a hand on her shoulder.
'I've got this, don't worry. I just need him away from you and Wyatt. Tell the others not to do anything stupid. ' She quickly traces out the symbols for a healing spell to try and relieve some of her pain before getting up and following Braddock.
[ +- ] Healing
Rank: Novice
Power Points: 3
Range: Touch
Duration: Instant
Trappings: Traditional magic, drawing healing sigils on the target
Healing removes Wounds less than an hour old. The penalty to the caster’s arcane skill roll is the victim’s Wounds, if any (to a maximum
of −3 for those who can take more than three). A success removes one Wound, and a raise removes two. The power may be cast additional times to remove additional Wounds. For Extras, the GM must first determine if the ally is still alive (see Aftermath, page 96). If so, a successful arcane skill roll returns the ally to action (Shaken if it matters.)
Power Points: 3
Range: Touch
Duration: Instant
Trappings: Traditional magic, drawing healing sigils on the target
Healing removes Wounds less than an hour old. The penalty to the caster’s arcane skill roll is the victim’s Wounds, if any (to a maximum
of −3 for those who can take more than three). A success removes one Wound, and a raise removes two. The power may be cast additional times to remove additional Wounds. For Extras, the GM must first determine if the ally is still alive (see Aftermath, page 96). If so, a successful arcane skill roll returns the ally to action (Shaken if it matters.)
Mar 3, 2023 6:42 pm
In the taproom Caroline's spell passes into Tara.
A worried look passes over her face. She touches the back of Caroline's with her fingers. "Be careful. And I told you British people aren't more polite," she says, attempting levity.
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The camera jumps to Caroline exiting Witch Craft Brewing, a shot that frames her and Braddock on the cramped Salem street.
His lips barely move as he waves his hand in a circular motion. A gentle haze collects around him and Caroline. "So we don't attract attention," he says to her.
He begins to walk down the street, expecting her to follow, so he continues speaking. "You will learn much at my side. In time, perhaps, you will be right of me, in the circle. I can feel you already bargain with fey--well I will show you how to bend them to your will." He makes a fist in the air as they walk.
"They are tricky, because they are weak. They use puzzles, rules, and deceit because they have no power."
Braddock and Caroline pass townies and tourists who show no sign of tracking their passage--clearly they're invisible to the casual eye.
Braddock hurries across the street, looking in fascination at passing cars and trucks.
"Such fantastic inventions," he shakes his head.
The path he walks takes the pair down alleys, through backyards and down cracked sidewalks. He looks around as if he's looking for something but unsure of what. "My first task for you will be to retrieve something for me," he says to the witch at his side. "My talisman. I fear in my stupor I've...misplaced it. Prove to me you can locate it, with your magic. It should be simple enough for a witch who is not a child," he mocks her.
Tara Hensley
🌔
The camera jumps to Caroline exiting Witch Craft Brewing, a shot that frames her and Braddock on the cramped Salem street.
Braddock
He begins to walk down the street, expecting her to follow, so he continues speaking. "You will learn much at my side. In time, perhaps, you will be right of me, in the circle. I can feel you already bargain with fey--well I will show you how to bend them to your will." He makes a fist in the air as they walk.
"They are tricky, because they are weak. They use puzzles, rules, and deceit because they have no power."
Braddock and Caroline pass townies and tourists who show no sign of tracking their passage--clearly they're invisible to the casual eye.
Braddock hurries across the street, looking in fascination at passing cars and trucks.
Braddock
The path he walks takes the pair down alleys, through backyards and down cracked sidewalks. He looks around as if he's looking for something but unsure of what. "My first task for you will be to retrieve something for me," he says to the witch at his side. "My talisman. I fear in my stupor I've...misplaced it. Prove to me you can locate it, with your magic. It should be simple enough for a witch who is not a child," he mocks her.
Mar 3, 2023 7:05 pm
Outside the Historic Society Jemma flies from the building's doors onto the sidewalk.
The camera follows her as she heads for her truck. A quick cut shows her waiting shotgun....🌔
The camera swings around the interior of the Historic Society as we see Tereza take a defensive posture.
Patrick lunges at Tereza with a wordless roar.
...Success --( @bowlofspinach ) Tereza must beat 4 w/ opposed Athletics or be grappled...Book in hand, Mabel moves to rush past the grappling Patrick and Tereza.
From the framing of the shot, it's clear she'll be able to squeeze by easily if Tereza becomes grappled...
The camera follows her as she heads for her truck. A quick cut shows her waiting shotgun....
OOC:
We'll say Jemma getting to the truck and grabbing her shotgun counts as the full action that the fear result wanted.The camera swings around the interior of the Historic Society as we see Tereza take a defensive posture.
Patrick
OOC:
...Rolling Athletics against Tereza, needing basic success--let's give him -2 (Distracted Equivalent) ......Success --( @bowlofspinach ) Tereza must beat 4 w/ opposed Athletics or be grappled...
Mabel
From the framing of the shot, it's clear she'll be able to squeeze by easily if Tereza becomes grappled...
Rolls
Magically Enhanced Plant Puppet Athletics Roll - (1d8-2, RA)
(6) - 2 = 4
Mar 3, 2023 7:14 pm
Tereza desperately tries to avoid the grapple...
...but as she already realized a moment ago, she's pretty useless in a fight. And she's definitely not fast enough to avoid her infected assailant.
...but as she already realized a moment ago, she's pretty useless in a fight. And she's definitely not fast enough to avoid her infected assailant.
Last edited March 3, 2023 7:15 pm
Rolls
Athletics - (1D4, 1D6, RA)
1D4 : (1) = 1
1D6 : (3) = 3
Mar 3, 2023 7:29 pm
The camera focuses on the entrace of the Historical Society from a position near Jemma's truck.
Mabel pushes through the doors and enters the chill afternoon air. She heads for the small set of stone steps that lead to the sidewalk.
(1) Mabel has slipped by and (2) Patrick has her in a grip, and if not stopped he's gonna spew fey brain spores in Tereza's face.
Jemma is also free to act in any fashion with any action she likes, and seeing Mabel leaving the building would 100% be something she would have seen.
Mabel
OOC:
O.K., Tereza can take an action as she'd like. The consequences of the failed roll were:(1) Mabel has slipped by and (2) Patrick has her in a grip, and if not stopped he's gonna spew fey brain spores in Tereza's face.
Jemma is also free to act in any fashion with any action she likes, and seeing Mabel leaving the building would 100% be something she would have seen.
Mar 3, 2023 11:18 pm
Caroline gives a wink and grin over her shoulder, but as she turns back to follow the camera watches her bravado all into a look of worry..
As she follows she's in two minds. Let Jemma, Deacon and the others know what's going on, or don't. If she manged to get the message on he phone without being caught the could help contain the ancient witch. On the other hand that could just get them hurt, especially if they rushed in...
Though Tara would probably tell them. If Wyatt hadn't already called the police.. that was going to be fun to explain to him later. Though maybe he knew that Caroline could cast spells he would stop being so annoying...
She snaps out of her thoughts as Braddock mentions the fey and a frown crosses her face. It was clear there was no point denying it to him. 'My bargains with them are minor. The majority of my magic is my own. There's a hint of sham in her words at saying it out loud. 'Though if you say they have no power, what would be the point bending them to your will, or even dealing with them?'
As he explains the task she bites back a retort of why couldn't he find it. Stay useful, get information, look for her moment. This Talisman could be useful. 'Does it radiate magic, or is it more subtle. What am I looking for? She asks as she turns away from him and takin ga few steps, pulling off her jacket and loosening her collar again.
His mocking made her want to do this with traditional magic, her own. But if this Talisman was important, powerful or both she needed to make sure when it was found he didn't get it. For that she needed Alabastor.
As the brownie crawls out of her sleeve she watches Braddock cautiously. His words of bending fey to his will, she needed to be careful. Alabastor, our new friend has lost something. We're going to help him find something important . She reaches up to scratch behind the ear affectionately, before tracing sigils, boosting his sense, as she does so speaking in a low whisper.
'If you find it, take it to Jemma.'
As she follows she's in two minds. Let Jemma, Deacon and the others know what's going on, or don't. If she manged to get the message on he phone without being caught the could help contain the ancient witch. On the other hand that could just get them hurt, especially if they rushed in...
Though Tara would probably tell them. If Wyatt hadn't already called the police.. that was going to be fun to explain to him later. Though maybe he knew that Caroline could cast spells he would stop being so annoying...
She snaps out of her thoughts as Braddock mentions the fey and a frown crosses her face. It was clear there was no point denying it to him. 'My bargains with them are minor. The majority of my magic is my own. There's a hint of sham in her words at saying it out loud. 'Though if you say they have no power, what would be the point bending them to your will, or even dealing with them?'
As he explains the task she bites back a retort of why couldn't he find it. Stay useful, get information, look for her moment. This Talisman could be useful. 'Does it radiate magic, or is it more subtle. What am I looking for? She asks as she turns away from him and takin ga few steps, pulling off her jacket and loosening her collar again.
His mocking made her want to do this with traditional magic, her own. But if this Talisman was important, powerful or both she needed to make sure when it was found he didn't get it. For that she needed Alabastor.
As the brownie crawls out of her sleeve she watches Braddock cautiously. His words of bending fey to his will, she needed to be careful. Alabastor, our new friend has lost something. We're going to help him find something important . She reaches up to scratch behind the ear affectionately, before tracing sigils, boosting his sense, as she does so speaking in a low whisper.
'If you find it, take it to Jemma.'
[ +- ] Boost/Lower Trait
Rank: Novice
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (boost); Instant (lower)
Trappings: Traditional Magic, transfers energy to/from target
This power allows a character to increase or decrease a target’s Trait (attribute or skill).
Boosting an ally’s Trait increases the selected
Trait one die type, or two with a raise.
Lowering an enemy’s Trait has a Duration of Instant and lowers the selected attribute or skill a die type with success, or two with a raise (to a minimum of d4). A victim automatically tries to shake off the effect with a Spirit roll as a free action at the end of his following turns. Success improves the effect one die type, and a raise removes the effect entirely.
Additional castings don’t stack on a single Trait (take the highest), but may affect different Traits.
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (boost); Instant (lower)
Trappings: Traditional Magic, transfers energy to/from target
This power allows a character to increase or decrease a target’s Trait (attribute or skill).
Boosting an ally’s Trait increases the selected
Trait one die type, or two with a raise.
Lowering an enemy’s Trait has a Duration of Instant and lowers the selected attribute or skill a die type with success, or two with a raise (to a minimum of d4). A victim automatically tries to shake off the effect with a Spirit roll as a free action at the end of his following turns. Success improves the effect one die type, and a raise removes the effect entirely.
Additional castings don’t stack on a single Trait (take the highest), but may affect different Traits.
OOC:
I have bennies, gonna spend one. Sucess, boosting niticeLast edited March 3, 2023 11:49 pm
Rolls
Spellcasting - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (2) = 2
1d6 : (2) = 2
Spellcasting - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (3) = 3
1d6 : (4) = 4
Mar 4, 2023 6:05 am
In trying to get out of her assailant's grip, Tereza goes for the obvious route and attempts a kick between his legs. Hopefully, that still works on plant-people...
OOC:
Trying to get out of the grapple...[ +- ] Breaking Free from a Foe
Use the Grappling rules (page 101) in reverse to break free - the victim initiates an opposed Athletics roll with whoever's holding him (either may roll Strength at -2 instead to maintain or break free of the hold). If the victi's successful, she improves her status one level, or two with a raise
Rolls
Athletics - (1D4, 1D6, RA)
1D4 : (42) = 6
1D6 : (62) = 8
Mar 4, 2023 7:43 pm
In the Historical Society the shaky cam follows Tereza's leg as she lets fly with a kick...
...Fail.....that connects with Patick in a sickening thud.
Rather than spewing spores, the plant controlled man's knees buckle, his mouth clamps shut, and he sinks to the floor.
OOC:
...rolling Patrick's Athletics v 8......Fail..
Patrick
Rather than spewing spores, the plant controlled man's knees buckle, his mouth clamps shut, and he sinks to the floor.
OOC:
Let's say such a kick has shaken him, and you're free to act before him in the narrative.Rolls
Patrick Plant Enhanced Athletics v 8 - (1d8, RA)
(6) = 6
Mar 4, 2023 8:10 pm
Jumping to a quiet street at the edge of a lot, we see Caroline speaking with Braddock.
He continues monologuing, answering Caroline's questions. "I mean to say the fey have no power of will; they lack drive and ambition. They are lazy and contented in their twilit realm. I will show them what a mortal born man can accomplish with the magik of their world," he says with a triumphant look.
'Does it radiate magic, or is it more subtle. What am I looking for?'
He answers Caroline with a sneer. "It radiates magik for those it wants to see it."
He gets a faroff look on his face. "Like all fey things, it is a trickster. It hides from me," he says as Caroline casts her spell on Alabaster.
The brownie's eyes shimmer with the enhancement.
...Failed...He gives Caroline a concerned look, but with understanding in his eyes. His awareness expands, but no sign of the talisman. So he sticks his tongue out at Braddock then scurries off to search elsewhere.
"Clever," he says to Caroline. "Like to like--you use the right tool for the job. I think you will make a fine apprentice." Despite the compliment, his voice carries more disdain than kindness. He turns away from Caroline, obviously not having picked up what she said to Alabaster.
"One of my servants comes to me. She brings me what I need..."
Braddock
Caroline
Braddock
He gets a faroff look on his face. "Like all fey things, it is a trickster. It hides from me," he says as Caroline casts her spell on Alabaster.
Alabaster
OOC:
...rolling to pick up the trail--stake is finding its trail now or having to run off and keep searching......Failed...
Braddock
"One of my servants comes to me. She brings me what I need..."
Rolls
Alabaster, being important to the scene - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (2) = 2
1d6 : (1) = 1
Mar 5, 2023 3:49 pm
In the rear of the Historical Society, Sarah swears under her breath. Maybe she can't offer protection, but she can certainly heal! She whispers another hurried prayer and lays a hand on Hadley's wound.
OOC:
Trying a healing spell. She's going to pump an extra power point into it to remove disease, as well.OOC:
Spending a benny to retry.Last edited March 5, 2023 3:50 pm
Rolls
Faith - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (2) = 2
Faith - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (5) = 5
1d6 : (3) = 3
Mar 5, 2023 5:50 pm
As the plant-man is on the ground, Tereza briefly considers running, but what help would that be? Better to stall and try to keep the situation under control until Sweeney arrives. Hopefully Andrej got through and made the call. And hopefully, he remembered her name.
She doesn't know whether there is still a human inside this person but for now, she goes with the assumption that there is, so she doesn't want to hurt him any more than necessary. Instead of going for a kick while he's down, Tereza looks around for anything she might use to immobilize him. Rope maybe, or a tablecloth on a display that she could roll up for that purpose.
"Never thought handcuffs could have use outside the bedroom," she mutters to herself. "But I really wish I had some right now."
She doesn't know whether there is still a human inside this person but for now, she goes with the assumption that there is, so she doesn't want to hurt him any more than necessary. Instead of going for a kick while he's down, Tereza looks around for anything she might use to immobilize him. Rope maybe, or a tablecloth on a display that she could roll up for that purpose.
"Never thought handcuffs could have use outside the bedroom," she mutters to herself. "But I really wish I had some right now."
OOC:
Throwing in a Notice in case you want oneRolls
+Notice - (1D4, 1D6, RA)
1D4 : (43) = 7
1D6 : (5) = 5
Mar 5, 2023 8:31 pm
Dunko says:
The camera focuses on the entrace of the Historical Society from a position near Jemma's truck.Mabel pushes through the doors and enters the chill afternoon air. She heads for the small set of stone steps that lead to the sidewalk.
OOC:
O.K., Tereza can take an action as she'd like. The consequences of the failed roll were:(1) Mabel has slipped by and (2) Patrick has her in a grip, and if not stopped he's gonna spew fey brain spores in Tereza's face.
Jemma is also free to act in any fashion with any action she likes, and seeing Mabel leaving the building would 100% be something she would have seen.
Stop right there!
Jemma advances on Mable with her shotgut aimed at her center mass. She does not have all the puzzle pieces, but she knows that this woman was with the creature, and she "got something" properly some map of the forest or mantions location.
A tiny click is heard as she removes the safty feature from the trigger.
Drop to the ground and stay there!
Mar 5, 2023 9:02 pm
As Al leaves to pursue the trail Caroline tries to curb any sense of distress. The fey had his instruction's. She had to handle to the situation she had got herself into. It seemed he didn't wish her any immediate harm, and she was grateful for that. With her adrenaline slowly lowering she stars to take in what he is saying.
An apprentice. That gets her attention, even as images of his victims flash through her mind. He was old, knew his share of magic. Not all of it would harm people surely? What harm would there be if she tried to learn what she could? While waiting for the opportunity to catch him off guard or the other to arrive in their worry.
' A servant... A member of your coven or seperate from what you mean for me as an apprentice? I am.. interested in learning more. '
She remembers his fascination and comments on cars , and carefully pulls out her phone. ' Things have changed since your were last around. The mundane have learned to work electricity and other things to their advantage.
Am fine. He's looking for a talisman. Delaying. Don't look for me.
She tries to message the rest of the coven ad she speaks allowed to them, hoping he doesn't realise what the device in capable of. She assumed Tara would be filing them in the moment she could. It was better if they didn't panic and rush after here. She cold figure out how to work this to their advantage surely.
'Would the..'Magik' be causing interesting effects?. People report this stuff, I may be able to zero in on it if from local information if Al doesn't.'
An apprentice. That gets her attention, even as images of his victims flash through her mind. He was old, knew his share of magic. Not all of it would harm people surely? What harm would there be if she tried to learn what she could? While waiting for the opportunity to catch him off guard or the other to arrive in their worry.
' A servant... A member of your coven or seperate from what you mean for me as an apprentice? I am.. interested in learning more. '
She remembers his fascination and comments on cars , and carefully pulls out her phone. ' Things have changed since your were last around. The mundane have learned to work electricity and other things to their advantage.
Am fine. He's looking for a talisman. Delaying. Don't look for me.
She tries to message the rest of the coven ad she speaks allowed to them, hoping he doesn't realise what the device in capable of. She assumed Tara would be filing them in the moment she could. It was better if they didn't panic and rush after here. She cold figure out how to work this to their advantage surely.
'Would the..'Magik' be causing interesting effects?. People report this stuff, I may be able to zero in on it if from local information if Al doesn't.'
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Mar 7, 2023 11:40 pm
In the rear of the Historical Society the camera finds Sarah crouching to touch Hadley's leg.
As the spell works its way through his body, the invasive magic that's strangling his soul is pushed back. His eyes roll back in his head...
...and the moss that had grown from his pours shucks away.
The dog backs away from Sarah and her spell with a 'yip'. He seems distracted by something down the hall, turns and runs that direction with a bark.
Hadley turns to Sarah. "I... I felt it inside me." He coughs and looks at his healed leg wound with shock. "That was weird," he can't help but chuckle.
He stands up straight and sways as if woozy. "You take the lead," he says as he pulls his gun. "I think it's clear I'm out of my element here..."
Sarah can tell her spell repelled the strangling magic within Hadley's body because it was still 'fresh'--the wound and the magic.
Hadley
Officer Hadley
Cass
Officer Hadley
He stands up straight and sways as if woozy. "You take the lead," he says as he pulls his gun. "I think it's clear I'm out of my element here..."
Sarah can tell her spell repelled the strangling magic within Hadley's body because it was still 'fresh'--the wound and the magic.
OOC:
Sarah take the lead!Mar 7, 2023 11:48 pm
Deeper into the Historical Society the camera focuses in on Tereza's hands as she deftly ties up the Plant infused Patrick with some extension chord and duct tape that she was able to notice.
The camera turns just in time to see a large, black dog turn a corner, spot Tereza and stop snarling at her from about 6 meters away.
He groans in incoherent pain.
Cass looks at his owner, whines, then looks at Tereza. His lips curl back and he begins to growl deep in his chest. Long strands of thick saliva drip from his wet teeth as he slowly inches toward the young, European witch....
The camera turns just in time to see a large, black dog turn a corner, spot Tereza and stop snarling at her from about 6 meters away.
Patrick
Cass
Mar 7, 2023 11:56 pm
Outside, in front of Historical Societ a wide angle shot of Jemma pointing the shotgun.
Plantified Mabel turns and looks at Jemma. She glances at the gun pointing at her with no visible concern.
The camera pushes in on her face as she smiles. "Only my master gives me orders now," she says and slowly finishes walking down the stairs, then out into the street.
A passing car swerves to avoid her; townies scream and flee from the scene.
She continues to advance on Jemma. "How about you drop the gun and come with me," she says as moss begins to grow creeping from her mouth.
Jemma says:
Drop to the ground and stay there!Mabel
The camera pushes in on her face as she smiles. "Only my master gives me orders now," she says and slowly finishes walking down the stairs, then out into the street.
A passing car swerves to avoid her; townies scream and flee from the scene.
She continues to advance on Jemma. "How about you drop the gun and come with me," she says as moss begins to grow creeping from her mouth.
Mar 8, 2023 12:14 am
More than a mile away, at the edge of an old lot we see Caroline and Braddock speaking.
He seems somewhat distracted all of a sudden. "My servants... they are having a bit of trouble," he says more to himself than Caroline.
He then turns and addresses her. "You will be a member of my coven. We will be bonded, until I deem you are capable of acting of your own free will. I won't lie to you: my tutelage is hard, and only the most worthy have the stomach for it."
The wind blows through the empty lot, kicking up a small misting of icy snow.
Braddock watches the snow swirl. "The the talisman would not be perceptible to mortals, or those with no talent for magik, unless it calls to them specifically. To anyone but a witch or sorcerer it'd look like naught be a metal coin imprinted with a cockatrice."
He turns and looks at Caroline, his eyes stern. "We will link our minds now, you and I. I need your knowledge of this place, of it's geography. Step forward and open yourself," he says. He motions to a spot in front of him, and holds his hands, palms up, slightly away from his body.
Braddock
He then turns and addresses her. "You will be a member of my coven. We will be bonded, until I deem you are capable of acting of your own free will. I won't lie to you: my tutelage is hard, and only the most worthy have the stomach for it."
The wind blows through the empty lot, kicking up a small misting of icy snow.
Braddock
He turns and looks at Caroline, his eyes stern. "We will link our minds now, you and I. I need your knowledge of this place, of it's geography. Step forward and open yourself," he says. He motions to a spot in front of him, and holds his hands, palms up, slightly away from his body.
Mar 8, 2023 12:20 am
[ +- ] Meanwhile
Chief Sarah Sweeney
She hits her radio, transmitting. "Put me into Hadley," she tells the dispatcher. "I'm headed for the Historical Society. Keep all other cars away for now." When the dispatcher begins to argue she responds with little patience. "Just do it dammit."
She speeds up as she crosses an intersection. West bound. Minutes from passing a large empty lot...
Mar 8, 2023 6:46 am
Tereza's eyes widen in fear at the infected dog growling aggressively at her. She backs up from the subdued assailant and raises her hands defensively. "Good puppy," she tells the dog, trying to keep him from jumping at her throat. "Kdo je dobré štěně?"
She continues backing away, not turning her back to the dog as she prepares to dodge if he decides to attack her.
She continues backing away, not turning her back to the dog as she prepares to dodge if he decides to attack her.
OOC:
Just going for a Defend action (+4 to parry) while moving towards the exitMar 8, 2023 9:44 am
Jemma lowers her gun and follows Mabel. If she can get her off the street and out of the public's way, it would be best.
Who is your master and what are his orders?
If she could get her talking she should learn what the heck is going on. She fiddles with her gun, loading a few of the new iron filing shotgun shells into the gun.
Who is your master and what are his orders?
If she could get her talking she should learn what the heck is going on. She fiddles with her gun, loading a few of the new iron filing shotgun shells into the gun.
Mar 8, 2023 11:41 am
His servants were having trouble? That was the one but of good news she'd heard in a while. Were the others involved or was something else happening.
'Bonded?' That alone sounded not great, the part implying it would lose her free will till trusted made it far worse. Maybe playing along wasn't going to be such a good idea.
Linking minds. Just for the knowledge of geography or would he probe more? Would she learn anything in return? She hesitates, then the memory of what she told Al flicks through her mind.
If he has access that, access to the fact she was just playing along the rise was over. He might go back for Tara. He could learn of the others, their addresses...
She takes a step back. 'Is that necessary? I can just tell you. You were looking for your Manor, right? We saw a vision of the night you arrived. I don't know where it is, linking won't help, but I can use this to find out. Find other locations to.' She shakes her phone at him.
'Bonded?' That alone sounded not great, the part implying it would lose her free will till trusted made it far worse. Maybe playing along wasn't going to be such a good idea.
Linking minds. Just for the knowledge of geography or would he probe more? Would she learn anything in return? She hesitates, then the memory of what she told Al flicks through her mind.
If he has access that, access to the fact she was just playing along the rise was over. He might go back for Tara. He could learn of the others, their addresses...
She takes a step back. 'Is that necessary? I can just tell you. You were looking for your Manor, right? We saw a vision of the night you arrived. I don't know where it is, linking won't help, but I can use this to find out. Find other locations to.' She shakes her phone at him.
Mar 9, 2023 12:47 am
Sarah dashes around the corner, following the dog. Upon seeing Tereza, she calls out, "Don't let him bite you!"
Mar 9, 2023 3:25 am
"Oh really?" Tereza replies sarcastically as she continues to back away. "I thought it would be fun thing to let it do."
Mar 9, 2023 8:29 pm
Inside the Historical Society the camera, positioned over Tereza's shoulder, catches Sarah as she dashes into view.
With a foamy bark, and as if on cue from the coven sisters, Cass lunges at Tereza.
...fail...From a low, wide angle we see Cass lunge. But Tereza handily evades the transformed canine.
The scene holds with Tereza, back to the building's exit, easily able to leave if she chooses to, and Sarah and Hadley stand at the far end of the corridor with dog and a down Patrick between them and the Slavic witch.
Hadely points his gun at the dog. "I'm not shooting a dog," he shouts in contradiction to Sarah. "Can't you, I don't know, Talk to it or something!"
Tereza says:
"I thought it would be fun thing to let it do."Cass
OOC:
...Rolling Fighting (+4 to your parry)......fail...
The scene holds with Tereza, back to the building's exit, easily able to leave if she chooses to, and Sarah and Hadley stand at the far end of the corridor with dog and a down Patrick between them and the Slavic witch.
Officer Hadley
Rolls
Cass tries for a bite - (1d6, RA)
(4) = 4
Mar 9, 2023 8:51 pm
Out in the street, near Jemma's truck we see her lower her weapon and follow Mabel.
A look of plantified, brainwashed smugness plays across Mabel's face. "My master is the Coven Master of Salem--to think witches are real and among us!" Smugness is swapped for excitement. It's clear she doesn't know Jemma is counted among their numbers.
"I've only just joined his linking, but I'm to bring him the location of a place of power, hidden by the slow passage of time and development," she says while patting the large book.
"He is going to tear open the veil between worlds and bring forth an army of fey servants who will transform this town into a new seat of fey power!"
Mabel has led the two to an icey sidewalk and the opening of an alley way.
The camera jumps between Mabel's face and Jemma's. "Now breath deep and accept his glory," she says as she opens her mouth wide and begins to cough out a cloud of shimmering spores....
...Jemma sees what is happening, the cloud of spore gathering in Mabel's mouth...what does she do????
Mabel
"I've only just joined his linking, but I'm to bring him the location of a place of power, hidden by the slow passage of time and development," she says while patting the large book.
"He is going to tear open the veil between worlds and bring forth an army of fey servants who will transform this town into a new seat of fey power!"
Mabel has led the two to an icey sidewalk and the opening of an alley way.
Mabel
OOC:
...Drawing cards here, just to see if her cloud spews forth before Jemma has a chance to act, though if that's the case she'll still be able to Evade with an Agility test... ...Jemma sees what is happening, the cloud of spore gathering in Mabel's mouth...what does she do????
Deck Draws
Jemma, Mabel
Mar 9, 2023 9:17 pm
Beside the empty lot Caroline holds up her smart phone...
...and the camera pushes in on Braddock's face and his look of slight embarrassment. "This technology can truly scry the location of places," he asks with suspicion in his voice.
Let's get a Persuasion contest roll if you want to convince him to use the phone rather than probing your mind.
Braddock
OOC:
Let's get an Occult roll from Caroline, to see how deep her knowledge of mind linking goes. He is also on the brink of being convinced of your course of action, despite his apparent distaste at being instructed by his 'Apprentice.'Let's get a Persuasion contest roll if you want to convince him to use the phone rather than probing your mind.
Mar 9, 2023 9:52 pm
Sarah looks back at Hadley. "I don't want to shoot it either, but we don't have another..." Maybe we do, she thinks to herself. Sarah lunges for the transformed dog, trying to grapple it in such a manner that she will not be bitten.
Rolls
Fighting - (1d4-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d4-2 : (1) - 2 = -1
1d6-2 : (5) - 2 = 3
Mar 9, 2023 10:14 pm
Tereza stares at Sarah as the girl bravely jumps at the dog, trying to subdue it. "Uhm, g- go for his balls?" she offers uncertainly. It worked against the man, but she isn't sure if the same applies to dogs. She turnes to Hadley. "You are policeman. Help her!" she demands from him. "Do you not have pepperspray or something?"
Rolls
+Persuasion - (1D6, 1D6, RA)
1D6 : (1) = 1
1D6 : (1) = 1
Mar 9, 2023 11:13 pm
'In a way. It..can access a great trove of knowledge. KNowledge built up over decades.'
Rolls
Occult - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (2) = 2
1d6 : (661) = 13
Persuasion* - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (65) = 11
1d6 : (4) = 4
Mar 10, 2023 12:37 am
A jumble of activity in the Historical Society as Tereza calls out encouragement to Sarah.
We see Hadley's mouth hang open for a second at Tereza's reprimanding. But his hesitation is only brief before he holsters his gun. "I'm not animal control," he grunts as he throws Tereza his pepper spray and dives for the snarling dog. "We're all gonna get sprayed if you use that!"
Officer Hadley
OOC:
Let's get a Persuasion roll from Tereza, to add some support to that Grapple roll--you get a +1 from Hadley diving into the fray as well.Mar 10, 2023 12:44 am
Back at the empty lot the camera focuses on Braddock's face as he weighs Caroline's words carefully...
Caroline would know that, yes indeed, one could plumb the depths of another's mind during a linking--and it's a two-way street. The young witch would also know that a contest of wills could keep a shared participant from seeing what she doesn't want them to see...
...Caroline is successful...We see Braddock smooth his face, attempting a façade of uncaring again--but it's clear he's been shook by the understanding that he's out of time and place.
"Very well 'apprentice', we shall do this your way, for now. Never let it be said that I did not listen to those who serve me. I am a kind master," he says.
He turns and motions about at the lot and the surrounding streets. "One this was a forest, then farm land, then the site of my home, then forest again (in my revenge). I styled my abode Braddock Manor but it never caught on," he sulks. "It may be better known as O'Connell Farm, as I took it from that silly farmer and his family."
Braddock waves, bored, at Caroline's phone in her hands. "Summon its location. The landscape here has changed too much for me, and wards keep me from seeking it. There was a large oak, and a small creek that seems to be gone."
Caroline would know that, yes indeed, one could plumb the depths of another's mind during a linking--and it's a two-way street. The young witch would also know that a contest of wills could keep a shared participant from seeing what she doesn't want them to see...
OOC:
...rolling Spirit Contest for Persuasion... ...Caroline is successful...
Braddok
"Very well 'apprentice', we shall do this your way, for now. Never let it be said that I did not listen to those who serve me. I am a kind master," he says.
He turns and motions about at the lot and the surrounding streets. "One this was a forest, then farm land, then the site of my home, then forest again (in my revenge). I styled my abode Braddock Manor but it never caught on," he sulks. "It may be better known as O'Connell Farm, as I took it from that silly farmer and his family."
Braddock waves, bored, at Caroline's phone in her hands. "Summon its location. The landscape here has changed too much for me, and wards keep me from seeking it. There was a large oak, and a small creek that seems to be gone."
OOC:
Research at +2, from slaying it...Rolls
He is a witch of powerful spirit... - (1d10, 1d6, RA)
1d10 : (6) = 6
1d6 : (64) = 10
Mar 10, 2023 3:39 am
OOC:
The +1 makes her grapple attempt a success!Last edited March 10, 2023 3:40 am
Rolls
Faith - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (5) = 5
1d6 : (3) = 3
Mar 10, 2023 6:36 am
OOC:
I added Persuasion to my previous post, @Dunko. I got 🐍👀 Waiting to see if that has any effect before posting againIn trying to catch the pepperspray, Tereza gives herself two good eyefuls of it
Mar 10, 2023 6:15 pm
In the Historical Society we see Sarah get a grip on the dog, with the help of Hadley...
...rolling...failed......the dog growls and barks, saliva flying from its maw, as Sarah's enhanced spell rushes into him...
...while Tereza triggers the pepper spray as she snatches the canister out of the air. A thick stream is ejected--it smashes her in the face......and continues spraying against Hadley's cheek as she adjusts the stream. "Gaaahhhhh, oh come on," he shouts in indignation as he closes his eyes against the pain.
The camera cuts to a closeup of Cass, barking and snarling, as Sarah's magic works its...magic. The moss covering his face begins to fall away. His snarling turns into a yip. Then a pant and whine.
His body relaxes under the weight of the humans, and he turns his head and laps at Sarah's face with his rough, wet tongue.
OOC:
...though the dog still gets an opposed roll......rolling...failed...
Cass
Tereza
OOC:
(-1 Soundness)Officer Hadley
Cass
His body relaxes under the weight of the humans, and he turns his head and laps at Sarah's face with his rough, wet tongue.
Rolls
Dog Opposed roll - (1d8, RA)
(3) = 3
Mar 10, 2023 6:53 pm
'Large oak and creek got it.' She keeps the phone pointed towards her typing away, quickly sending out a quick message before actually starting to search, still relying on the fact he won't understand what it can do completely,. She just hoped the others never heard of this, her having to rely on technology rather than magic. She would have to alter how everything went down when explaining it.
Talisman is metal coin imprinted with a cockatrice. He's looking for his old manor awell.
As she searches the temptation to agree toe the link preys on her mind. The information she could glean. His plans. Of magic. She would just have to be careful to hid a couple of pieces of info. That was all.
Talisman is metal coin imprinted with a cockatrice. He's looking for his old manor awell.
As she searches the temptation to agree toe the link preys on her mind. The information she could glean. His plans. Of magic. She would just have to be careful to hid a couple of pieces of info. That was all.
Rolls
Research - (1d6+2, 1d6+2, RA)
1d6+2 : (3) + 2 = 5
1d6+2 : (2) + 2 = 4
Mar 10, 2023 7:12 pm
"Ahg!" Tereza exclaims in pain. She drops the pepper spray canister as a series of Czech curses flies out of her mouth - not the magic kind, but still fairly impressive. She takes off her glasses, which did unfortunately little to protect against the spray and begins rubbing her eyes, which doesn't help much. "Fucking hell," she exclaims, switching back to English. "I need water!"
Mar 11, 2023 6:23 am
"Know-it-all," Tereza grumbles. "Just give me something!" She reaches around blindly, with little success. "What spell did you cast? Did it help?"
Mar 11, 2023 9:49 am
Dunko says:
OOC:
...Jemma sees what is happening, the cloud of spore gathering in Mabel's mouth...what does she do????OOC:
Thx @bowlofspinach Shell at short range is +2 to hit, so I max out on a 9 to hit.
These fey-killing-shells I would say would be useless on long range. But that is not relevant here. Its cold iron to the face and a lot of it
[ +- ] Shotguns
Shotguns fire a spread of metal "shot," and so do more damage at close range where more of the shot hits the target. Because of this,
shotguns add +2 to the user’s Shooting rolls and cause 3d6 damage at Short Range, 2d6 at Medium, and 1d6 at Long. Shotguns may not
be fired at Extreme Range. Double Barrels: Some shotguns have two barrels welded side-by-side. If an attacker wants to fire both barrels at the same target, roll damage once and add +4.
Slugs: Shotguns can also fire slugs. The attacker doesn’t get the +2 shotgun bonus to his Shooting roll, but the damage is 2d10 regardless of Range (and they may be fired at Extreme Range).
Innocent Bystanders (page 102) are hit only on a 1 (instead of 1 or 2).
shotguns add +2 to the user’s Shooting rolls and cause 3d6 damage at Short Range, 2d6 at Medium, and 1d6 at Long. Shotguns may not
be fired at Extreme Range. Double Barrels: Some shotguns have two barrels welded side-by-side. If an attacker wants to fire both barrels at the same target, roll damage once and add +4.
Slugs: Shotguns can also fire slugs. The attacker doesn’t get the +2 shotgun bonus to his Shooting roll, but the damage is 2d10 regardless of Range (and they may be fired at Extreme Range).
Innocent Bystanders (page 102) are hit only on a 1 (instead of 1 or 2).
Last edited March 11, 2023 9:59 am
Rolls
Shooting - (1d4, 1d6, RA)
1d4 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (4) = 4
spend a benny on reroll - (1d4, RA)
(2) = 2
shotgut shell, short range - (3d6, RA)
(524) = 11
spend a benny on reroll of the wild die - (1d6, RA)
(61) = 7
Mar 11, 2023 10:27 pm
"It's a healing spell, but I'm just about out of the fight!" Sarah replies, feeling exhaustion starting to overtake her. "It does seem to have done the trick, though."
Last edited March 11, 2023 10:28 pm
Mar 12, 2023 10:20 am
"I would not mind healing spell!" Tereza whines. She's furiously rubbing her teary and swollen eyes with her sleeves, trying to clear them out. "But if you can muster one more, I think it would be better used on that guy. I thought we could cure him, so I just tied him up instead of hurting him. And if it worked on the dog, it should..." She is interrupted by the sound of a gunshot from outside. "What was that?" she asks, turning her mostly blind eyes towards the door. "Oh shit, Jemma is out there!"
Mar 12, 2023 5:47 pm
We get a look over Caroline's shoulder as she searches the location on her phone (Success).
Her scrolling and tapping uncovers a great deal of information:
- In the 1950s, the thick forest here had been torn down and rows of Cape Cod homes built for middle class consumption.
- Then in the 1970s two acres of the land was bought by Campbell and Neil Holdings LLC., when most of the houses were torn down.
One of the strongest witches of her generation, Anita was at one time the undisputed Coven Head in Salem, though she disappeared in 1998.- The location on which O'Connell Farm once stood is clearly the building at the north end of the lot, where a closed and abandoned bookstore now stands--a book store that interestingly enough was once owned by Anita Neil.
He watches Caroline with eagerness clear on his face. "So this device; it is a type of spell book, or scroll?" He moves closer to her, watching in fascination.
From the street, the sound of tires squealing disturbs the winter day as a Salem Police Department squad car slams to a stop.
Sarah Sweeney jumps from the drivers seat. Her eyes widen as she registers the mossy man attempting to look over Caroline's shoulder.
"Caroline," she shouts as her hand whips to the gun at her hip. Where given a wide framing as Sweeney shouts, "move clear!"
Her scrolling and tapping uncovers a great deal of information:
- In the 1950s, the thick forest here had been torn down and rows of Cape Cod homes built for middle class consumption.
- Then in the 1970s two acres of the land was bought by Campbell and Neil Holdings LLC., when most of the houses were torn down.
[ +- ] Every Witch on the East Coast Knows of Anita Neil
One of the strongest witches of her generation, Anita was at one time the undisputed Coven Head in Salem, though she disappeared in 1998.
Braddock
From the street, the sound of tires squealing disturbs the winter day as a Salem Police Department squad car slams to a stop.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
"Caroline," she shouts as her hand whips to the gun at her hip. Where given a wide framing as Sweeney shouts, "move clear!"
Mar 12, 2023 5:50 pm
runekyndig says:
Jemma pulls the trigger. A cloud of iron shavings and a few nails meet the fay magicOOC:
@runekyndig Just so I'm clear, Jemma is shooting at (1) the cloud being projected from Mabels mouth, (2) Mabel herself, (3) or both?!EDIT - Just getting clarification!
Mar 12, 2023 6:02 pm
The scene in the Historical Society has a moment of calm as Tereza and Sarah banter about milk and healing.
Hadley moves over to the prone Patrick, pulls out a pair of cuffs and applies them to the mossy man's wrists as he undoes Tereza's tie-job. "Hunh, never thought extension chord could have a use outside of the living room," he says. "But good thinking."
Cass whines and lays down next to Patrick.
Hadley looks back and forth from Sarah to Tereza. "So, what do I do with this guy? Just hold him for n--" the gunshot Tereza calls out cuts him off.
"Shit," he shouts, echoing Tereza.
At that moment, Hadley's radio squawks to life. "Hadley, private dispatch. Sweeney reporting unsub at corner of 4th and Hedgerow Drive. Caroline Shaw present. Sweeney's exiting vehicle to confront; may need backup.
"Over."
Officer Hadley
Cass
Officer Hadley
"Shit," he shouts, echoing Tereza.
At that moment, Hadley's radio squawks to life. "Hadley, private dispatch. Sweeney reporting unsub at corner of 4th and Hedgerow Drive. Caroline Shaw present. Sweeney's exiting vehicle to confront; may need backup.
"Over."
Mar 12, 2023 6:47 pm
Tereza would probably make a joking comment regarding her earlier thoughts about handcuffs and bedrooms, which were after all comically similar to Hadley's comment on extension cords, but her mind is too preoccupied by the pain in her eyes, the sound of the gunshot and then, even worse, the message over Hadley's radio. "Sweeney's in trouble?" Tereza asks, clear worry in her usually so playful voice. "We need to help her!" Then she pauses to think. "But we also need to help Jemma. But Caroline and Sweeney..." She blinks rapidly before she eventually manages to force her eyes open through the pain, now barely able to see again despite the swelling. "What do we do?"
Mar 12, 2023 7:10 pm
Dunko says:
runekyndig says:
Jemma pulls the trigger. A cloud of iron shavings and a few nails meet the fay magicOOC:
@runekyndig Just so I'm clear, Jemma is shooting at (1) the cloud being projected from Mabels mouth, (2) Mabel herself, (3) or both?!EDIT - Just getting clarification!
Mar 12, 2023 11:57 pm
"I think that I may have one more in me, but I'll save it for whoever out there needs it!" Sarah shouts, running to the door.
Mar 13, 2023 4:33 pm
Outside, in the cold we see smoke trail from the barrel of Jemma's gun. A gust of wind catches it and clears it away.
Pull back to Mabel, laying on her back on the slushy concrete. The book she was carrying flung not too far away.
Her face is a mask of anger and pain. The front of her shirt is torn, and both the fabric and her wound sparkle with iron shavings and nails. The fey cloud leaving her mouth was extinguished in the blast.
The camera focuses in on the wound as it begins to his and smoke. Mabel moans and shakes her strength leaving her limbs...
...we see the front of the Historical Society fling open as Sarah flies out into the winter day. The tableau of Jenna and Mabel is clearly visible to her, and the mental math on what happened is easy.
🌕
Jump to the interior of the building where Hadley kneels on Patrick's back and looks up at Tereza.
"Go," he says to her. "I'll hold this guy. I'm seein' I'm not much help here...
"Check on your friend an' I'll get a call out to Sweeney--tell her 'backup' will be on the way." He gives a tired smile.
Pull back to Mabel, laying on her back on the slushy concrete. The book she was carrying flung not too far away.
Mabel
The camera focuses in on the wound as it begins to his and smoke. Mabel moans and shakes her strength leaving her limbs...
Sarah
🌕
Jump to the interior of the building where Hadley kneels on Patrick's back and looks up at Tereza.
Officer Hadley
"Check on your friend an' I'll get a call out to Sweeney--tell her 'backup' will be on the way." He gives a tired smile.
OOC:
What do we see from our leads? What do they do?!?!Mar 13, 2023 4:52 pm
' I guess in a way. A book that can acess a large hoard of information. Including actual books.' Caroline speaks as she reads eyes widening at the mention of the bookshop.
Was there something about the location. Was it near the ley lines? It could be coincidence surely. With the thought comes the concer there was about the location than Braddock just wanting to go home.
Before she can probe further the squeal of tires and Sweenys yells cause her to stat and whirl around.
Relief and fear fight inside her at the sight of Sweeney. Backup, but at the same time could Sweeney really fight a mage with just a gun. I'm ages of Tara wrapped in vines run through her mind as she takes same steps back and raises her hand s
'Everything's okay Chief.' Had Tara called her, filed her in. Was everyone else on the way? If so she needed to delay, and stop the Chief doing anything rash. If they weren't... She wasn't sure if there was a way to convey to Sweeney what she was doing. Oh how she needed a telepathy spell.
Police knew hands signs right? Except what was the hand sign for 'I' m trying to lull him into a false sense of security so I can get info, please don't shoot he might kill you. ' She settles for trying to make a face and mouthing' Everything's fine' before continue to speak moving to step between Braddock and the Chief.
'I was just helping Mr Braddock here his way around town, and home. There is no need for concern. Her face however, despitee best efforts, showed the exact opposite.
Her right arm is tense, ready to start fighting back at Braddock if either side made a move.
Was there something about the location. Was it near the ley lines? It could be coincidence surely. With the thought comes the concer there was about the location than Braddock just wanting to go home.
Before she can probe further the squeal of tires and Sweenys yells cause her to stat and whirl around.
Relief and fear fight inside her at the sight of Sweeney. Backup, but at the same time could Sweeney really fight a mage with just a gun. I'm ages of Tara wrapped in vines run through her mind as she takes same steps back and raises her hand s
'Everything's okay Chief.' Had Tara called her, filed her in. Was everyone else on the way? If so she needed to delay, and stop the Chief doing anything rash. If they weren't... She wasn't sure if there was a way to convey to Sweeney what she was doing. Oh how she needed a telepathy spell.
Police knew hands signs right? Except what was the hand sign for 'I' m trying to lull him into a false sense of security so I can get info, please don't shoot he might kill you. ' She settles for trying to make a face and mouthing' Everything's fine' before continue to speak moving to step between Braddock and the Chief.
'I was just helping Mr Braddock here his way around town, and home. There is no need for concern. Her face however, despitee best efforts, showed the exact opposite.
Her right arm is tense, ready to start fighting back at Braddock if either side made a move.
Mar 13, 2023 5:43 pm
Tereza looks at Hadley with a crooked smile, still blinking rapidly as her tears are working to clear the burning pepper spray from her red, bloodshot eyes. "I do not think I am much more help than you are," she admits. "My specialties lie elsewhere." She glances towards the door, then back to Hadley. "If you're going to go and help Sweeney, I'm coming with you," she states firmly, not allowing any disagreement - not that Hadley would need her permission to refuse. Unless he gives indication that he is going to leave to meet the Chief now, she then picks up the half-empty can of pepper spray and hesitantly follows Sarah towards the front door and outside.
Mar 13, 2023 8:23 pm
We get a beat of Sweeney narrowing her eyes at Caroline.
Understanding of the situation registers across Sweeney's face. She opens stance a bit--less threatening--and moves her hand away from the butt of her gun.
"Yeah, sure. O.K., that makes sense," she says to Caroline. "Hey, maybe I can help." She takes one, snow crunching, step forward.
We see Braddock watch the exchange between Caroline and Sweeney with suspicion on his face. "This is the--law?--of this time? One of the Governor's colonial lackeys I presume?"
He turns fully to Caroline, impatience in his voice."Where. Is. My home apprentice? We waste time standing her tal--"
--he cuts off as he's mentally shook by the blast is plant puppet has sustained from Jenna's shotgun across town.
"Colonial...?" Sweeney asks herself.
Her shoulder mounted radio squawks to life with a buzz: "Chief; Hadley says shots fired at Historical Society. Involves the 'coven'. I'm gonna dispatch ambulance. Hadley says backup on the way to you; stand by. Over."
The ancient witch's face contorts into a rage, as he points at Sweeney--"Deceiver," he shouts. "Has the king heard of my awakening, and trembling from his throne sent this pathetic constable after me?! Apprentice: destroy her! Send a message of power to his majesty!"
Sweeney's eyes go wide as her hand shoots for her belt again... "Shit..."
Chief Sarah Sweeney
"Yeah, sure. O.K., that makes sense," she says to Caroline. "Hey, maybe I can help." She takes one, snow crunching, step forward.
Braddock
He turns fully to Caroline, impatience in his voice."Where. Is. My home apprentice? We waste time standing her tal--"
--he cuts off as he's mentally shook by the blast is plant puppet has sustained from Jenna's shotgun across town.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
Her shoulder mounted radio squawks to life with a buzz: "Chief; Hadley says shots fired at Historical Society. Involves the 'coven'. I'm gonna dispatch ambulance. Hadley says backup on the way to you; stand by. Over."
Braddock
Chief Sarah Sweeney
Mar 13, 2023 8:55 pm
Jemma is stunned. She has never shot someone before, but then again this fey creature was about to attack her and it did attack the Historical Society. Jemma acted at the right time, she can be the protector as the old coven was. She feels a bit of her resolve returning as Mable dissolves. Jemma slowly bends down and picks up the book that Mable dropped.
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Jemma have taken a major hit on her soundness she is 1 out of 4, I have been trying to play that, and I will now play her as she has regained a point and is at 2 out of 4. Even if the mechanics doesnt machMar 14, 2023 7:47 am
Following a dangerous witch and act as an apprentice to save a coven member and maybe learn information? That was fine.
Allow a mindlink that might endanger her but also may let her gain magical knowledge? Possibly worth the risk.
Hurt a friend to maintain the facade? Not a chance.
The brief relief Caroline felt at hearing the radio that backup was coming drops along with her stomach as she hears Braddock's order.
'She's not the agent of a governor or the king. Times have changed. America no longer has. Oh fuck this. Spring forth!
There is a sound of tearing as she spins and lashes out her right arm. Thorned vines surge out from under her sleeve towards Braddock, ripping at the sleeves of her shirt and jacket.
He'd seemed disrupted by something. If she acted now, caught him off guard she had a chance.
'Chief back off, get the others!'
Allow a mindlink that might endanger her but also may let her gain magical knowledge? Possibly worth the risk.
Hurt a friend to maintain the facade? Not a chance.
The brief relief Caroline felt at hearing the radio that backup was coming drops along with her stomach as she hears Braddock's order.
'She's not the agent of a governor or the king. Times have changed. America no longer has. Oh fuck this. Spring forth!
There is a sound of tearing as she spins and lashes out her right arm. Thorned vines surge out from under her sleeve towards Braddock, ripping at the sleeves of her shirt and jacket.
He'd seemed disrupted by something. If she acted now, caught him off guard she had a chance.
'Chief back off, get the others!'
[ +- ] Bolt
Rank: Novice
Power Points: 1
Range: Smarts ×2
Duration: Instant
Trappings: The vines of Caroline's tattoo come to life and lash out at the target.
Bolt sends damaging bursts of energy, streaks of holy light, or shards of matter toward one’s foes.
There are no Range penalties, but the arcane skill roll is affected by Cover, Illumination, and all other usual penalties.
The damage of the bolt is 2d6, or 3d6 with a raise.
Power Points: 1
Range: Smarts ×2
Duration: Instant
Trappings: The vines of Caroline's tattoo come to life and lash out at the target.
Bolt sends damaging bursts of energy, streaks of holy light, or shards of matter toward one’s foes.
There are no Range penalties, but the arcane skill roll is affected by Cover, Illumination, and all other usual penalties.
The damage of the bolt is 2d6, or 3d6 with a raise.
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Spending a bennyLast edited March 14, 2023 1:04 pm
Rolls
Spellcasting - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (3) = 3
1d6 : (1) = 1
Spellcasting - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (7) = 7
1d6 : (4) = 4
Damage - (2d6, RA)
(52) = 7
Mar 15, 2023 10:12 pm
The camera follows Jemma as she walks over to the leather bound book and picks it up.
A Post-It note bookmarks a section in the back of the book. As Jemma lifts it from the snow, the wind blows the volume open to sectioned of page.
The double page shows 4th Street Books--noted as a local business built atop historic farm land.
From around the corner, a small fey being scurries toward the Historic Society, looking left and right with magic enhanced eyes.
Alabaster sees Jemma and starts running toward her.
A Post-It note bookmarks a section in the back of the book. As Jemma lifts it from the snow, the wind blows the volume open to sectioned of page.
The double page shows 4th Street Books--noted as a local business built atop historic farm land.
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Jemma have taken a major hit on her soundness she is 1 out of 4, I have been trying to play that, and I will now play her as she has regained a point and is at 2 out of 4. Even if the mechanics doesnt machOOC:
Ooo, Take a Benny!Alabaster
Alabaster sees Jemma and starts running toward her.
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@LightOfMidnight , does Alabaster speak English? Mar 15, 2023 10:23 pm
The camera jumps to the snowy, empty lot where Caroline throws her spell at Braddock.
Sweeny's mouth falls open at the sight of the vines springing forth and crashing into Braddock.
She turns around, jumps, and slides across the hood of her cruiser. She lands in a crouch against the passenger tire.
Thwap BOOM
We hear, more than see, the vines smash into Braddock, sending him flying onto his back. He slides on the snow, rolling back to his feet, but clearly Shaken.
"You inSOLENT--"
...Unshaken..."I was going to give you POWER!"And in a flash of mist, like those springing from a waterfall emptying into a shallow pool, Braddock vanishes.
"I was going to show you the TRUE nature of the Fey!"
"Caroline," Sweeney calls in concern.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
She turns around, jumps, and slides across the hood of her cruiser. She lands in a crouch against the passenger tire.
Braddock
We hear, more than see, the vines smash into Braddock, sending him flying onto his back. He slides on the snow, rolling back to his feet, but clearly Shaken.
"You inSOLENT--"
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...rolling Spirit to Unshake......Unshaken...
Braddock
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...Rolling Spell...Fail...Rolling second Spell...Benny Spend on Second...Braddock
Chief Sarah Sweeney
Rolls
Spirit - (1d10, 1d6, RA)
1d10 : (6) = 6
1d6 : (5) = 5
Horror of the Court of Hrondal (Fear) - (1d10-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d10-2 : (2) - 2 = 0
1d6-2 : (2) - 2 = 0
Hunters' Hide (Invisibility) - (1d10-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d10-2 : (1) - 2 = -1
1d6-2 : (3) - 2 = 1
Hunters' Hide (Invisibility) - (1d10-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d10-2 : (8) - 2 = 6
1d6-2 : (2) - 2 = 0
Mar 16, 2023 7:42 am
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I've imagined him being able to speak, but not necessarily much or eloquently. He has d4 smarts if that helps. While she hoped Braddock had teleported she doubted she had scared him off sos she needed to find him before he could strike.
His words run through her mind, but her resolves hold strong. She wasn't about to let go of her morales for power. Well not regarding killing friends at least.
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Not sure if I can get away with this but could she maybe use an altered mind reading spell to pick up his thoughts to see if he's still around. Maybe the iteration prevents her actually understanding the thoughts. If not she will do a boost trait instead. [ +- ] Mind Reading
Rank: Novice
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: Instant
Trappings: Traditional Magic
Mind reading is an opposed roll versus the target’s Smarts. Success allows the character to gain one truthful answer from the subject. The target is aware of the mental intrusion unless the mind reader gets a raise. The GM may apply modifiers based on the subject’s mental Hindrances or current state of mind.
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: Instant
Trappings: Traditional Magic
Mind reading is an opposed roll versus the target’s Smarts. Success allows the character to gain one truthful answer from the subject. The target is aware of the mental intrusion unless the mind reader gets a raise. The GM may apply modifiers based on the subject’s mental Hindrances or current state of mind.
Rolls
Spellcasting - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (2) = 2
1d6 : (664) = 16
Mar 16, 2023 3:14 pm
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Question: Where am I right now? The dispatch message to Sweeney sounded like Hadley is on his way there now, but since there wasn't a post about that, I assume I'm outside the historical building by Jemma and Sarah?Last edited March 16, 2023 3:14 pm
Mar 16, 2023 7:50 pm
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Not sure if I can get away with this but could she maybe use an altered mind reading spell to pick up his thoughts to see if he's still around. OOC:
Love it! And look at that roll! Mind Reading works for sure here; I'll resolve it in a bitQuote:
Question: Where am I right now? The dispatch message to Sweeney sounded like Hadley is on his way there now, but since there wasn't a post about that, I assume I'm outside the historical building by Jemma and Sarah?OOC:
I should have been more clear with that transmission--I meant it to be that Hadley had radioed to tell Sweeney YOU ALL would be on the way!As of Tereza and Sarah's last beats my assumption was that they were both heading outside the Historical Society.
Mar 16, 2023 8:23 pm
At the edge of the empty lot Caroline's spell is cast with the completion of her symbols.
The spell reaches out, seeking Braddock......and finds him moving steadily toward Sweeney's squad car...
...another servant...too few spores left...closer now...then back to my 'lair'...
The camera gives us double vision as Caroline sees what Braddock sees as he closes in on Sweeney...
His location is clear as day to Caroline.
...who has holstered her gun and is running around the front of the car to get in the driver's seat.
Her hand reaches the handle, and if unimpeded she'll surely be able to open the door and get away...
The camera jumps back to Caroline, hanging in suspense waiting to see what she does...
The spell reaches out, seeking Braddock...
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...rolling the contest...Fail...Braddock
The camera gives us double vision as Caroline sees what Braddock sees as he closes in on Sweeney...
His location is clear as day to Caroline.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
Her hand reaches the handle, and if unimpeded she'll surely be able to open the door and get away...
The camera jumps back to Caroline, hanging in suspense waiting to see what she does...
Rolls
A SMART old Witch's Contest - (1d10, 1d6, RA)
1d10 : (9) = 9
1d6 : (3) = 3
Mar 16, 2023 8:38 pm
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@LightOfMidnight Let's also say Caroline can learn another piece of information from Braddock's mind, as that spell was so well cast. So, just tell us what she'd like to know. Mar 17, 2023 6:05 am
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That makes sense. Sorry for the confusion!Before she manages to overcome her squamishness and disgust enough to actually take a look at the wound, she notices movement, approaching them. "Alabaster?" she asks as she recognizes the small fey.
Mar 17, 2023 1:42 pm
His taunting about giving her real power, the true nature of fey.stays at the forthront of her mind as she tries to find the rogue witch. If she could understand the source of his power, some of those secrets she could combat him, hold him off.
As she locates his mind she tries to get as much as she can before she realises where he is.
'Chief, watch out!' She yells as she darts to get an good angle. Through the rips and tears in the sleeve the camera sees tattoos of vi es around her arm that suddenly come to life, peeling of her skin to suddenly lash out again.
Spores, servants, Braddock thoughts, she could parese through it later. She needed to get Sweeney out, hold him off long enough.
'Not so young now, am I?' She tries to do her own taunting getting his attention on her as the vines return to her arms. 'You can't hide from me.'
As she locates his mind she tries to get as much as she can before she realises where he is.
'Chief, watch out!' She yells as she darts to get an good angle. Through the rips and tears in the sleeve the camera sees tattoos of vi es around her arm that suddenly come to life, peeling of her skin to suddenly lash out again.
Spores, servants, Braddock thoughts, she could parese through it later. She needed to get Sweeney out, hold him off long enough.
'Not so young now, am I?' She tries to do her own taunting getting his attention on her as the vines return to her arms. 'You can't hide from me.'
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I believe 4 hits for a ranged attack? If not might reroll. She's given it her all right now... The crash is going to be fun. Last edited March 17, 2023 1:46 pm
Rolls
Spellcasting - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (4) = 4
1d6 : (4) = 4
Damage - (2d6, RA)
(464) = 14
Mar 18, 2023 3:38 pm
Outside the Historical Society we see Tereza point out the small fey being to both Jemma and Sarah, who has exited the building at Tereza's side.
He hesitates for a moment, his magic enhanced eyes blinking, then scurries over to the three witches--he looks at Mabel with distaste.
"Treza, Carline send me to find talisman and give to this one," he says while motioning to Jemma--his voice his high but rumbly.
He blinks again looking at Sarah. "But Srah already has, yes? I see it glow from your pocket." He hustles over to Sarah and begins to climb her pant leg. "Give it to Jem, Srah," he says. "Give it to Jem."
Alabaster
"Treza, Carline send me to find talisman and give to this one," he says while motioning to Jemma--his voice his high but rumbly.
He blinks again looking at Sarah. "But Srah already has, yes? I see it glow from your pocket." He hustles over to Sarah and begins to climb her pant leg. "Give it to Jem, Srah," he says. "Give it to Jem."
Mar 18, 2023 3:58 pm
Sarah, used to Alabaster's presence, removes the talisman from her pocket and gives it to Jemma.
Mar 18, 2023 4:03 pm
At the snowy lot Caroline's spell lashes out again, thick bundle of vines swinging toward the invisible Braddock...
..."Hell my dear," he whispers like a creep at Sweeney just as the vines smash into him.
"Gah!" He pops back into the visible spectrum as he's flung from Sweeney's side and sent crashing into a nearby bus stop bench cover.
The whoosh of air from the vines startles Sweeney. She turns an' watches as Braddock smashes through the plexiglass.
She then turns to Caroline and gives the blonde witch a look of thanks and apology. "Shit," she says as she jumps in the squad car, turns the engine over and speeds off. Feeling like a coward, she smashes her radio on, and calls her dispatcher to connect her to Hadley.
🌕
Dark blood running down his scalp, Braddock picks himself up from the ground. He watches the cruiser speed off with an angry frown. He touches his Wounded head, fingers coming away bloodied.
He turns his to Caroline. "That. That was a mistake."
The camera shows his hands trace symbols in the air with unbelievable speed, then pulls back to show his shadow climb and wrap is body before shooting from his extended hands toward Caroline like a laser beam.The beam smashes into Caroline!
Braddock
Braddock
Chief Sarah Sweeney
She then turns to Caroline and gives the blonde witch a look of thanks and apology. "Shit," she says as she jumps in the squad car, turns the engine over and speeds off. Feeling like a coward, she smashes her radio on, and calls her dispatcher to connect her to Hadley.
🌕
Braddock
He turns his to Caroline. "That. That was a mistake."
The camera shows his hands trace symbols in the air with unbelievable speed, then pulls back to show his shadow climb and wrap is body before shooting from his extended hands toward Caroline like a laser beam.
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...Rolling Spellcasting (Stun)...Success w/ Raise (over 4)...OOC:
Caroline must make a Vigor roll at -2 or be Stunned!Rolls
Shadow of Suffering (Stun) - (1d10-1, 1d6-1, RA)
1d10-1 : (9) - 1 = 8
1d6-1 : (3) - 1 = 2
Mar 18, 2023 4:55 pm
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Going to roll first to see how this post goes. I'll allow myself one benny reroll As she shakes the effect she fixes Braddock with a glare. 'The mistake was you threatening my friend, my town.
The vines lash out again but her fatigue is starting to show, the attack missing.
She didn't have the tricks he did. That was Deacon's forte, not that she would ever admit to wanting her brother around right now. Still she wasn't about to back down now.
Last edited March 18, 2023 5:05 pm
Rolls
Vigor - (1d6-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d6-2 : (4) - 2 = 2
1d6-2 : (5) - 2 = 3
Vigor reroll - (1d6-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d6-2 : (2) - 2 = 0
1d6-2 : (662) - 2 = 12
Spellcasting - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (2) = 2
1d6 : (1) = 1
Mar 18, 2023 9:16 pm
What is this? A talisman? Tell me what is going on Jemma is feeling like she has been dumped into the middle of an action movie without the initial build-up.
Mar 18, 2023 11:13 pm
"I found it at the scene of the initial murder and picked it up thinking that it might be an important clue, then promptly forgot about it."
Mar 18, 2023 11:21 pm
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Going to try something a little different, GM. Feel free to tell me that it has no effect, but I feel like I have to try something.Rolls
Faith (to cast Empathy) - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (6) = 6
1d6 : (2) = 2
Taunt (at +1 if the casting is successful, or +2 with a raise) - (1d4-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d4-2 : (43) - 2 = 5
1d6-2 : (4) - 2 = 2
Mar 19, 2023 7:37 am
bowlofspinach says:
Still rubbing her hurting eyes, Tereza stumbles outside after Sarah. She looks around and soon spots Jemma, so that's where she heads. Rather than look at the book, however, she leans over Mabel. "What did you do, Jem?" she asks. "These are just puppets. You should not hurt them. It is not their fault!"
I suspect that it would have turned me into a puppet as well. Jemma shutters as emotions and ramifications of taking a life, wars through her. Fay is causing death and terror in our town. They are after something, properly in that lost mansion. Where is Caroline? We need a plan.
Mar 19, 2023 8:05 am
Tereza doesn't argue with Jemma. She understands self-defense. But she continues to lean over Mabel, mostly ignoring the talisman exchange for the moment. "We need to heal her, get rid of infection, like you did with dog, Sarah. Then she needs the ambulance." Her heart is still racing as she suggests, "Sarah, if you are worn out from quick spellcasting, maybe we can do impromptu ritual, share the load of your healing."
I mean, assuming that would help.As she finishes saying that, she looks up at Sarah shouting a taunt at nobody in particular. It gives her a bad feeling. "What are you doing?" she asks nervously.
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IIRC, to cast something as a ritual, we need to either know the spell or have a scroll or spellbook with it described, so Tereza couldn't lead this ritual, but Sarah could, since she knows the particular spell in question. Tereza would be happy to help her turn it into a ritual.I mean, assuming that would help.
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Mar 19, 2023 1:56 pm
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Apologies. I was of a mind that Caroline and Braddock were within line of sight. If they are not, then obviously Sarah would not use her Taunt (not realizing the trouble Caroline is in). In either case:Mar 19, 2023 1:58 pm
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I assumed we were a few streets away from the Caroline scene and I thought you were trying to lure Braddock over to us now. Just Tereza wouldn't know what you're doing.Dunko?
Oh, also, while I'm OOCing, is Andrej still around?
Last edited March 19, 2023 2:03 pm
Mar 20, 2023 4:45 pm
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(1) Yes - Caroline and Braddock are several minutes, by car, away from where the others are. So the only info anyone at the Historical Society would have about Caroline's whereabouts would be from Al or the texts.
(2) Yes let's cast a ritual! I'll draw cards for any potential complications!
(3) And yes Andrej is still around...
Andrej
Then his eyes fix on Al, who's still clinging to Sarah. "HOLY shit! What is going on here," he asks Tereza with panic clear in his voice.
Alabaster
The small fey closes his hands around the edge of the talisman, like a racoon with medal. "Sra, use as focus for spell," he says to Sarah. "It wants power." To all the witches' eyes there is a slight glow to the talisman. "You see? It want it's power back. Like'a sponge."
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Who will all partake in the ritual? We are introducing another concept of rituals: They require components. I feel Tereza always has common components on her, and indeed we should give her a resource die for that. Then there is always an 'exotic' component needed. We will say this talisman is the exotic component here...Mar 20, 2023 5:05 pm
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Going to roll first to see how this post goes. I'll allow myself one benny rerollOOC:
Love it--narrating the outcome!Braddock
He raises his hand and deflects the her third vine strike with a thunderclap of sound.
His skin pulses a faint green...
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...rolling...Fail...[ +- ] Meanwhile
Across town, the talisman glows as Al notes it's like a sponge...
Braddock
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...rolling his action this round...Failed; but eh, his benny...He awaits her reply...
Rolls
Fast Regeneration - (1d10-1, 1d6-1, RA)
1d10-1 : (4) - 1 = 3
1d6-1 : (4) - 1 = 3
Falen'drial's Blessing (Boost) - (1d10-1, 1d6-1, RA)
1d10-1 : (6) - 1 = 5
1d6-1 : (2) - 1 = 1
Falen'drial's Blessing (Boost) - (1d10-1, 1d6-1) - (1d10-1, 1d6-1, RA)
1d10-1 : (8) - 1 = 7
1d6-1 : (64) - 1 = 9
Mar 20, 2023 6:25 pm
Jemma breathe some power into the amulet
[ +- ] something like this
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3 points worthMar 20, 2023 6:39 pm
Tereza turns to Andrej. "I will explain situation later," she half-shouts at him, then she switches to Russian, to make things easier for him in this probably adrenaline-pumping situation. "Andrej, call an ambulance. We need to cure the infection, then she needs mundane treatment. They'll tell you to stay on the line. Don't. Join our circle instead."
She begins setting up a simple ritual around Mabel, drawing a chalk circle and planting tealights along that line, all from her cute little component pouch that she always carries. She then begins instructing Sarah on some basic ritual tips - European style, of course, though Caroline isn't there to complain about it. But it will be up to Sarah to actually transform the spell into a shared ritual.
She begins setting up a simple ritual around Mabel, drawing a chalk circle and planting tealights along that line, all from her cute little component pouch that she always carries. She then begins instructing Sarah on some basic ritual tips - European style, of course, though Caroline isn't there to complain about it. But it will be up to Sarah to actually transform the spell into a shared ritual.
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Tereza joins and she tries to get Andrej to join as well, just for a bit of extra power, even if he's not a witch.Mar 20, 2023 7:55 pm
At the Historical Society Tereza sets up the ritual while Jemma infuses the talisman and Sarah prepares an explanation of the spell.
The camera follows Tereza and the others as they set up the ritual as quickly as they can, but we see Andrej in the background talking on his phone.
"Yes; hurry," he says as he hangs up on the 911 operator.
The wind seems to die down as the ritual get's underway... the camera pushes in on the tea lights as their flames settle and begin to burn brighter...
He walks over to join the circle. "Go easy on me--it's my first time," he jokes with Tereza.
- By default this Spell is made at -2 when casted in ritual form.
- But +1 from Andrej as few things are as powerful as having friendship to draw from in a casting; and +2 from Jemma's power infusion.
THIS BRINGS YOUR TOTAL MODIFIER FOR YOUR ROLLS TO +1, Except ONE roll must be done at -1 from the complication.
Roll in any order and let's see how you each contribute!
Andrej
"Yes; hurry," he says as he hangs up on the 911 operator.
The wind seems to die down as the ritual get's underway... the camera pushes in on the tea lights as their flames settle and begin to burn brighter...
He walks over to join the circle. "Go easy on me--it's my first time," he jokes with Tereza.
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Drawing Cards to check for Complications. We'll need 3 rolls, and a total of 5 success. At least 1 roll needs to be Occult. - By default this Spell is made at -2 when casted in ritual form.
- But +1 from Andrej as few things are as powerful as having friendship to draw from in a casting; and +2 from Jemma's power infusion.
THIS BRINGS YOUR TOTAL MODIFIER FOR YOUR ROLLS TO +1, Except ONE roll must be done at -1 from the complication.
Roll in any order and let's see how you each contribute!
Deck Draws
Three Rolls, Complication can be rolled at any poi
Mar 20, 2023 7:58 pm
Tereza smirks at Andrej's comment and playfully squeezes his hand for a moment. Then she turns her attention to Sarah.
Tereza is good at Occult, so I'm happy to roll with the -2 for the complication.
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I think Sarah should make the first roll, since it's her ritual.Tereza is good at Occult, so I'm happy to roll with the -2 for the complication.
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Mar 21, 2023 10:47 am
It would be sensible. Back down, go back to stalling. The chief was safe, she could try and keep him distracted till backup arrived.
... But did she really need back up. He was wounded, his spells were failing to find purchase while she was fine. She could finish this now. Stop the others getting hurt. Even with a boost to his magic, if she got him before he could do anything...
'All you had to do was ask nicely to start, but you've come into this town, attacking those I care about. It's been hundreds of years, things work differently. It's our town now. I may be tired but I' m not the one currenttly bleeding. ' She accentuates her last words with another lash of vines.
Edit: While she's getting herself into trouble - You mentioned she could grab an extra piece of info from his mind. I write it onto the post but realised I didn't make it - it would be the nature of his magoc/connection to the fey. Whether that would help her out of thos I don't know.
... But did she really need back up. He was wounded, his spells were failing to find purchase while she was fine. She could finish this now. Stop the others getting hurt. Even with a boost to his magic, if she got him before he could do anything...
'All you had to do was ask nicely to start, but you've come into this town, attacking those I care about. It's been hundreds of years, things work differently. It's our town now. I may be tired but I' m not the one currenttly bleeding. ' She accentuates her last words with another lash of vines.
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Unfortunatly I think this is where her hindrance overconfident (+ stubborn) absolutely comes in, combined with her lucky rolls and his unlucky ones she thinks she has this, while I'm aware that may not be the case. Edit: While she's getting herself into trouble - You mentioned she could grab an extra piece of info from his mind. I write it onto the post but realised I didn't make it - it would be the nature of his magoc/connection to the fey. Whether that would help her out of thos I don't know.
Last edited March 21, 2023 5:59 pm
Rolls
Spellcasting - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (7) = 7
1d6 : (65) = 11
Damage with raise - (3d6, RA)
(153) = 9
Mar 21, 2023 2:38 pm
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Sarah is going to roll against Faith, since that is her primary spellcasting skill.Rolls
Faith - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (7) = 7
1d6 : (3) = 3
Mar 21, 2023 2:58 pm
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You forgot to add the +1, which raises this to a success with raise!OOC:
I have a +2 to Occult rolls from my Edge, which cancels out the -2 from the Complication and puts me back on a +1EDIT: If I'm not miscounting, that puts us at 4 successes, which means we only need one still from Jemma
Last edited March 21, 2023 2:58 pm
Rolls
+++Occult - (1D8+1, 1D6+1, RA)
1D8+1 : (81) + 1 = 10
1D6+1 : (4) + 1 = 5
Mar 21, 2023 8:43 pm
Once the magic flows Jemma puts the amulet and shotgun in one hand and places her other on Sarahs shoulder adding her power to the ritual
Rolls
Occult - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (2) = 2
1d6 : (5) = 5
Mar 22, 2023 3:10 pm
At the empty lot, on the far side of town Caroline makes a stand.
We see her vines lash out and strike Braddock. He gives a shout of shock and pain; the quick attack from Caroline has shaken him and we see him go down to one knee.The camera pushes in on Caroline's face and we are treated to flashes of information--scenes that play quick, in little clips.
- Braddock as a boy, in a gorgeous, verdant court surrounded by fey nobility.
- Braddock instructed in magic from an eternally youthful fey woman
- Braddock binding this woman in chains of magik, and escaping the twilit realm
- Braddock returning to his mortal home, confronting the fey who had taken his place and sealing the changeling in his talisman from which he now draws his power.
We focus back on Braddock, down on one knee. We push in on the one wound on his head--it attempts to heal itself...but the wound doesn't close...something is keeping his fast regeneration at bay...🌕
...Back at the Historical Society Sarah, Jemma and Tereza finish their ritual.
Mabel's back arches. She coughs and we see a fine, green mist escape her mouth. She moans now, an indicator that she lives.
The mist swirls above those gathered, the circle's magic containing it. It's directed to the talisman, where it settles over the icon of the cockatrice.
The Talisman pulses with a green light as it absorbs the fey magic that's been ejected from Mabel.
Andrej bends at the waist and puts his hands on his knees. "Whoah."
Al looks over Sarah's shoulder. (He's riding on her back). "Ah, is wanting, see? The one inside."
Sirens draw nearer. The camera cuts to an ambulance flying down the main street toward the Historical Society...
...then whips back around to the parking lot as a police cruiser skids to a stop...
...as Sweeney jumps out. "Caroline's in trouble," she shouts in a rush. "She's fighting that thing!"
We see her vines lash out and strike Braddock. He gives a shout of shock and pain; the quick attack from Caroline has shaken him and we see him go down to one knee.
OOC:
Beautiful. Don't just take a Benny for your hinderance; take Conviction as well! Will handle that requested info now:- Braddock as a boy, in a gorgeous, verdant court surrounded by fey nobility.
- Braddock instructed in magic from an eternally youthful fey woman
- Braddock binding this woman in chains of magik, and escaping the twilit realm
- Braddock returning to his mortal home, confronting the fey who had taken his place and sealing the changeling in his talisman from which he now draws his power.
Braddock
OOC:
Drawing cards now, for drama, to see which of you acts next in the scene......Back at the Historical Society Sarah, Jemma and Tereza finish their ritual.
Mabel Adams
The mist swirls above those gathered, the circle's magic containing it. It's directed to the talisman, where it settles over the icon of the cockatrice.
Talisman
Andrej
Alabaster
Sirens draw nearer. The camera cuts to an ambulance flying down the main street toward the Historical Society...
...then whips back around to the parking lot as a police cruiser skids to a stop...
Chief Sarah Sweeney
Mar 22, 2023 3:10 pm
Draw for Caroline and Braddock.
Unless you want benny for try again, Braddock has king and will act next in Caroline's scene.
Unless you want benny for try again, Braddock has king and will act next in Caroline's scene.
Deck Draws
Caroline, Braddock
Mar 22, 2023 4:21 pm
OOC:
May regret this but will keep the bennies for getting g out of shaken/resistinng attacks. Mar 22, 2023 8:55 pm
Dunko says:
...as Sweeney jumps out. "Caroline! She's in trouble," she shouts in a rush. "She's fighting that thing!"Jemma gives Tereza the talisman and starts to run in the directed direction, shotgun at the ready. When she arrives at the sight she pumps the shotgun loading another iron filing shell.
Last edited March 22, 2023 8:55 pm
Mar 23, 2023 6:56 am
Tereza feels a wave of relief when she sees Sweeney, seemingly unhurt, only for that to be shaken up when the chief announces that Caroline is in danger. She wants to just rush over like Sarah did, but instead, she turns to Andrej and Mabel. She quickly collects her tealights again and tells him, "Stay with her. Do not tell the ambulance people what happened. They only need to see injury. There is policeman inside, Hadley. He knows of us. You can trust him. Tell him everything. I will be back."
With that, she also heads to the cruiser but rather than jump straight in, she stops in front of the chief and meets her eyes. Tereza's own eyes are still red and swollen, but at least they work properly again. "Sweeney," she says, reaching out a hand towards the woman's arm but pulling back before she makes contact. "I was worried. I heard you were in danger. I... am glad you are unhurt." She then looks at Sarah and nods. "Take us back there. Caroline needs us."
With that, she also heads to the cruiser but rather than jump straight in, she stops in front of the chief and meets her eyes. Tereza's own eyes are still red and swollen, but at least they work properly again. "Sweeney," she says, reaching out a hand towards the woman's arm but pulling back before she makes contact. "I was worried. I heard you were in danger. I... am glad you are unhurt." She then looks at Sarah and nods. "Take us back there. Caroline needs us."
Mar 23, 2023 3:28 pm
Across town from the Historical Society we see Caroline's back to the camera as Braddock collects himself.Braddock stands up from his position on his knee as the wound on his head heals. "I applaud your trying, I really do," he laughs at Caroline. "But you don't fully understand my nature. I'm not even truly mortal anymore! I am a glorious master of magik, and soon I will be the most powerful witch who has ever lived--greater than Hecate herself!"He traces fey symbols in the air, and a ghostly hand appears and thrusts its fingers into Caroline's forehead, attempting to grab the location of Braddock 'manor'...
OOC:
..rolling both Unshake and Regen before narration...Braddock
OOC:
...rolling spell...Success: Caroline Must make a Smarts Opposed roll v5...Braddock
Rolls
Strong Spirit to Unshake - (1d10-1, 1d6-1, RA)
1d10-1 : (101) - 1 = 10
1d6-1 : (3) - 1 = 2
Fast Regen - (1d10-1, 1d6-1, RA)
1d10-1 : (2) - 1 = 1
1d6-1 : (62) - 1 = 7
Mind Reading - (1d12, 1d6, RA)
1d12 : (2) = 2
1d6 : (5) = 5
Mar 23, 2023 3:53 pm
Outside the Historical Society a wide shot sees Sarah hopping in Sweeney's car as we cut to Tereza instructing Andrej then turning to Sweeney.
Sweeney shouts back at Jemma's question. "At an empty lot across town on Hedgerow Drive, behind that old bookstore!"
She turns as Tereza approaches her and her breath catches as the witch almost touches her arm but pulls away.
"I mean, yeah thanks," she laughs despite the seriousness of the situation. "I'm glad you're O.K. too." With nothing else to say she settles on, "Get in and I'll take you there," with an awkward intonation, a throat clear and a blush.
"Buckle up," she says as her engine revs.
So, Sweeney is a pretty darn good driver, but it's not her show. Someone in the cruiser needs to make a trait roll to help her get to the empty lot as fast as possible -- just use whatever makes sense to you narratively, and tell us what happens based on your roll.
- Success with Raise, You get there after Caroline takes her next action.
- Success you get there after Braddock's next action.
- Failure you get there after Braddock's next two actions.
This applies to Jemma as well, if she is driving her truck!
Chief Sarah Sweeney
She turns as Tereza approaches her and her breath catches as the witch almost touches her arm but pulls away.
"I mean, yeah thanks," she laughs despite the seriousness of the situation. "I'm glad you're O.K. too." With nothing else to say she settles on, "Get in and I'll take you there," with an awkward intonation, a throat clear and a blush.
"Buckle up," she says as her engine revs.
OOC:
Is Jemma taking her own truck, or riding in the cruiser?So, Sweeney is a pretty darn good driver, but it's not her show. Someone in the cruiser needs to make a trait roll to help her get to the empty lot as fast as possible -- just use whatever makes sense to you narratively, and tell us what happens based on your roll.
- Success with Raise, You get there after Caroline takes her next action.
- Success you get there after Braddock's next action.
- Failure you get there after Braddock's next two actions.
This applies to Jemma as well, if she is driving her truck!
Mar 23, 2023 3:59 pm
"I am decidedly not okay," Tereza complains, putting playful outrage into her voice. "Officer Hadley decided to pepperspray me. I think he does not like me."
I don't really have a good skill to use here. The best I could offer is a D6 in Persuade, which is kind of an eh fit. So I'd say someone else should probably roll
OOC:
Hmmm, could 'Language (Hebrew)' be of help here?I don't really have a good skill to use here. The best I could offer is a D6 in Persuade, which is kind of an eh fit. So I'd say someone else should probably roll
Mar 23, 2023 5:01 pm
As Braddock fell to a knee Caroline stops attacking and gains a grin, clearly seeing a victory. As his wound heals the look falters for a moment shock in its place before she tries to gather herself. She hurt him once, she'd do it again.
As he atacks her mind again she grits her teeth trying to resist. There was a reason he needed to know the manor it was sure. Besides she had other things in her mind he was not allowed to see. Jemma. Deacon. The others. She wasn't going to let him learn of them. Endanger them.
As she blocks her mind against the assault the smug grin returns.
'I understand enough. That your supposedly power is stolen, not your own. That you were taken. I am sorry for that, but that does not excuse your actions in mytown. If what in the manor grants you more power I'm not letting you get it. As she speaks her look goes from smug to determined, once more summoning the vines.
She had one trick in combat without Al, but if it ain't broke..
As he atacks her mind again she grits her teeth trying to resist. There was a reason he needed to know the manor it was sure. Besides she had other things in her mind he was not allowed to see. Jemma. Deacon. The others. She wasn't going to let him learn of them. Endanger them.
As she blocks her mind against the assault the smug grin returns.
'I understand enough. That your supposedly power is stolen, not your own. That you were taken. I am sorry for that, but that does not excuse your actions in mytown. If what in the manor grants you more power I'm not letting you get it. As she speaks her look goes from smug to determined, once more summoning the vines.
She had one trick in combat without Al, but if it ain't broke..
Last edited March 23, 2023 5:12 pm
Rolls
Smarts - (1d10, 1d6, RA)
1d10 : (108) = 18
1d6 : (3) = 3
Spellcasting - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (5) = 5
1d6 : (2) = 2
Damage - (2d6, RA)
(45) = 9
Mar 23, 2023 5:18 pm
Quote:
Hmmm, could 'Language (Hebrew)' be of help here?OOC:
Always open to hearing rationale! lolHere are examples and moods for them:
Notice - "Whoa whoa whoa, swerve! You almost hit that car!"
Persuade - "No, don't take the parkway, it's 5 minutes longer; listen, take the boulevard; we'll save time!"
Common Knowledge - "I know a short cut; cut through the shopping center parking lot and you'll come out on a one-way street and then it's a straight shot!"
Mar 23, 2023 7:28 pm
Dunko says:
OOC:
Is Jemma taking her own truck, or riding in the cruiser?OOC:
I was under the impression that it was near by. Jemma will ride in the cruiserMar 23, 2023 9:09 pm
The squad car flies down the street, lights flashing, wheels chirping as it takes a sharp corner. Inside the car we get a shot of Sarah (Al still riding her shoulder), Tereza, Sweeney, and Jemma, one-by-one.
"Alright, so what's the deal," she asks, looking in the rearview mirror.
The engine roars as she puts more pressure on the accelerator.
"This guy--this thing--how do we stop him?" She makes eye contact with Tereza, waiting for anyone to chime in with ideas.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
The engine roars as she puts more pressure on the accelerator.
"This guy--this thing--how do we stop him?" She makes eye contact with Tereza, waiting for anyone to chime in with ideas.
Mar 23, 2023 9:47 pm
"I do not know," Tereza admits. "I am honestly a bit overwhelmed. I do not have the magic that the others do. I cannot fight like Deacon or Caroline. I just hope we can save Caroline and regroup to think." She sighs heavily. "This is all really scary."
Mar 24, 2023 12:20 am
"This is way out of my league, and I'm just about tapped. With time to rest, I might be able to cure him the same as I did the others, but I doubt that he's going to hold still and allow me to try."
Mar 24, 2023 1:52 pm
As fare as I have gathered:
They are under fay influence. Traditionally iron is the bane of the fay, that is why I have iron filings in a handfull of shotgun shells. Here!
Jemma takes out 2 shells with iron filings and passes them to Chief Sarah Sweeney
A shot shopped the woman from blasting me with fay magic, and I expect it will stop him as well.
They are looking for something. A manor house I believe. Its a place that the forest engulfed years past and this notebook should give us some clues to its location.
Sarah, you have the amulet? Found at the crash site and starved of power, but other than that I don't know yet.
A lot have happened very quickly
They are under fay influence. Traditionally iron is the bane of the fay, that is why I have iron filings in a handfull of shotgun shells. Here!
Jemma takes out 2 shells with iron filings and passes them to Chief Sarah Sweeney
A shot shopped the woman from blasting me with fay magic, and I expect it will stop him as well.
They are looking for something. A manor house I believe. Its a place that the forest engulfed years past and this notebook should give us some clues to its location.
Sarah, you have the amulet? Found at the crash site and starved of power, but other than that I don't know yet.
A lot have happened very quickly
Mar 24, 2023 2:50 pm
"And while you were researching all this, I hired some friends for party business, so really, we were equally productive," Tereza says. Then her eyes go wide. She curses in Czech. "Tara! Last time I saw Caroline, she was with Tara!"
She takes out her phone and, without going through the multitude of messages that have flooded her phone, calls Tara's number. She's muttering something to herself, but it's in Czech, so the others don't understand what she's saying.
She takes out her phone and, without going through the multitude of messages that have flooded her phone, calls Tara's number. She's muttering something to herself, but it's in Czech, so the others don't understand what she's saying.
Mar 24, 2023 7:16 pm
The shot shows an empty intersection seconds before the police cruiser carrying Tereza, Jemma, Sarah and Sweeney zooms past.
Sweeney turns her head trying to read street sign they just flew by. "Shit; was that Green Leaf Circle?"
She grips the wheel. "I'm not used to highspeed driving, O.K.?!"Her eyes bounce around the car interior, from witch to witch as she tries to make sense of their conversation, while...
...She takes out her phone and, without going through the multitude of messages that have flooded her phone, calls Tara's number
🌕
Back at the brewery we get a shot of an anxious looking Tara, in the tap room on her laptop.
Her phone rings and she looks at the lock screen before answering.
"Jesus, Tereza! What the hell is happening," she asks in panic. "I'm at the brewery, with the guys."
The camera shifts focus to two men entering the tap room from the back hall, both carrying arm loads of ancient looking books.
"I'm getting paid for this right? I told Caroline I'm sick..."
"Just one more load Mr. Allen, and think we'll be fine, thank you," Wesley says as he deposits his arm load on the table next to Tara.
Deacon looks up from where he's standing behind the bar. "Is that my sister," he fairly shouts to Tara.
Tara holds up her hand to silence Deacon.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
She grips the wheel. "I'm not used to highspeed driving, O.K.?!"
OOC:
Ah! One of the coven make a roll to see how fast ya'll get there!Tereza
🌕
Back at the brewery we get a shot of an anxious looking Tara, in the tap room on her laptop.
Tara Hensley
"Jesus, Tereza! What the hell is happening," she asks in panic. "I'm at the brewery, with the guys."
Wyatt Allen
"I'm getting paid for this right? I told Caroline I'm sick..."
Wesley Webster
Deacon
Tara Hensley
Mar 24, 2023 8:22 pm
OOC:
Fine, if nobody else wants to roll, I'll do it. Your fault if I mess upHer head snaps up as she suddenly spots an unaware car heading out into the intersection right ahead of Sweeney, cutting them off and risking a nasty accident. "Sweeney! Car!" she shouts, hoping she spotted it in time for the police officer to react to it.
Rolls
+Notice - (1D4, 1D6, RA)
1D4 : (3) = 3
1D6 : (64) = 10
Mar 25, 2023 7:32 pm
Quote:
Fine, if nobody else wants to roll, I'll do it. Your fault if I mess upOOC:
🙌Chief Sarah Sweeney
🌕
At the Brewery Tara puts Tereza on speaker phone.
Tara Hensley
"I've got Wesley here, and he's got all the books he could grab last second, on fey; bindings, wardings, banishment, history--you name it."
Wesley Webster
Tara Hensley
🌕
At the empty lot Caroline's battle continues.
Braddock
He then stumbles back as her vines smash into him with a thunderclap whip. He's shaken by the counter-attack, and offended by her mention of his snatched memories.
"How DARE you! That's private," he shouts.
The camera shot goes wide and we see the police cruiser moving at high speed toward the empty lot.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
She hits the accelerator and the car smashes the curb, jumping the vehicle into the snowy lot. The cruiser spins and comes to a stop a dozen meters from Braddock and Caroline.
OOC:
I'm drawing two cards--one for the coven and one for Braddock...Braddock is taking an action now. After him, You all can go in any order--first post first come (Or OOC decide if you like 😄; just follow the narrative you build for each other...
Deck Draws
Coven, Braddock
Mar 25, 2023 7:39 pm
A dramatic zoom of the camera flies in on Braddocks face.
He turns his attention back to Caroline, from the still sliding car. "No more games," he shouts as he starts tracing glowing symbols in the air......and with a loud crack geometric ghost lights shoot from Braddock's hands and smash into Caroline with a flash (13 dmg).
Braddock
OOC:
...Rolling for Bolt Casting at Caroline...Success...rolling 2d6 dmg...Rolls
Witch's Flame (Bolt) - (1d12, 1d6, RA)
1d12 : (4) = 4
1d6 : (5) = 5
Bolt Dmg - (2d6, RA)
(364) = 13
Mar 25, 2023 7:56 pm
Caroline has always cared about looking the part. The others would be used to always seeing her smartly dressed in a neat suit, not a hair out of place.
As the car slides into the lot the smart collected Caroline is not in sight. The right sleeve of her jacket and shirt is just shreds at this point, revealing the complex tattoo on her arm, the vines currently writhing across her skin fuelled by magic. The rest of her is dishevelled from running around, trying to get the good angles on Braddock.
Instead of her usual upright straight posture, she slightly crouched, panting slight as her eyes her locked on Braddock. There is still a smug look on her face however, confident she's got the upper hand.
At the sound of the tires squealing along the tarmac she glances toward everyone else, and for a moment relief, then worry crosses across her face.
'Guys be careful he's..'' Her shout is cut off by the lights smashing into her, prompting a cry of pain as she drops to the snow laden ground.
She tries to fight through the pain and lets out a groan as she tries to push to her feet, getting to her knees before spotting a red drop on the snow. Then another appears, and another as she becomes aware of liquid and the taste of iron in her mouth. She brings a shaky hand up to her mouth and pulls it away again, although she already knows to expect blood. Not good. With the pain and the blood.. something inside was damaged. Bad. But she couldn't let that stop her. Not now, not with the others now in danger.
She doesn't speak, just lets out a strangled cry and she tries to lash out with vines still on the ground. She had to make him focus on her, give the others a chance. The others will seeing the writhing tattoos start to peel off her skin and start to head towards Braddock before withering and shrink back onto her arm as she fails to summon them through the pain.
As her spell fails her expression changes to one of fear.
As the car slides into the lot the smart collected Caroline is not in sight. The right sleeve of her jacket and shirt is just shreds at this point, revealing the complex tattoo on her arm, the vines currently writhing across her skin fuelled by magic. The rest of her is dishevelled from running around, trying to get the good angles on Braddock.
Instead of her usual upright straight posture, she slightly crouched, panting slight as her eyes her locked on Braddock. There is still a smug look on her face however, confident she's got the upper hand.
At the sound of the tires squealing along the tarmac she glances toward everyone else, and for a moment relief, then worry crosses across her face.
'Guys be careful he's..'' Her shout is cut off by the lights smashing into her, prompting a cry of pain as she drops to the snow laden ground.
She tries to fight through the pain and lets out a groan as she tries to push to her feet, getting to her knees before spotting a red drop on the snow. Then another appears, and another as she becomes aware of liquid and the taste of iron in her mouth. She brings a shaky hand up to her mouth and pulls it away again, although she already knows to expect blood. Not good. With the pain and the blood.. something inside was damaged. Bad. But she couldn't let that stop her. Not now, not with the others now in danger.
She doesn't speak, just lets out a strangled cry and she tries to lash out with vines still on the ground. She had to make him focus on her, give the others a chance. The others will seeing the writhing tattoos start to peel off her skin and start to head towards Braddock before withering and shrink back onto her arm as she fails to summon them through the pain.
As her spell fails her expression changes to one of fear.
OOC:
On 2 wounds, but not shake.. for now. Edit: Forgot the -2 for her wounds, so only a 2. Fluffing as the spell not casting that just missing. Edit 2 - Just realised this means she would still be shaken as well, but I was debating spending a benny if she had been so will say that's what happened so don't have to rewrite. Last edited March 26, 2023 12:20 am
Rolls
Spirit - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (4) = 4
1d6 : (1) = 1
Spellcasting - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (3) = 3
1d6 : (4) = 4
Damage - (2d6, RA)
(22) = 4
Mar 27, 2023 12:52 am
Braddock
He widens his stance as he watches the cruiser skidding to a stop.
Mar 27, 2023 6:28 am
No fanfare, no witty repost, Jemma exits the car, pumps the shotgun and fires a cloud of metal shavings and nails at Braddock.
Seeing the shot hit him in the chest she cant help her self. ...And this is your fist lesson of, "Welcome to the twenty-first sentry"
Seeing the shot hit him in the chest she cant help her self. ...And this is your fist lesson of, "Welcome to the twenty-first sentry"
Last edited March 27, 2023 6:39 am
Rolls
Pump Action Shotgun (fay killers at short range) - Attack Roll - (1d4+2, 1d6, RA)
1d4+2 : (2) + 2 = 4
1d6 : (64) = 10
Pump Action Shotgun(fay killers at short range) - Damage Roll - (3d6, RA)
(66115) = 19
Mar 27, 2023 6:51 am
"I stay in here!" Tereza says, clearly terrified of the fey-witch, even as Jemma bravely steps in his path and fires a blast of iron shavings into him. "Sarah, you go get Caroline. Sweeney, you protect me." That last part could conceivably be flirting, but Tereza's tone gives the impression that it was not meant that way and that she really is just scared.
She then turns back to the phone. "Tara, uhm, look for artifacts that store fey power. We have coin of some sort." She glances down at the strange coin Jemma handed her earlier. "We think it is source of his power. How do we destroy it?"
She then turns back to the phone. "Tara, uhm, look for artifacts that store fey power. We have coin of some sort." She glances down at the strange coin Jemma handed her earlier. "We think it is source of his power. How do we destroy it?"
Mar 27, 2023 2:28 pm
Seeing her chance, Sarah exits the car and runs to Caroline's side to help her away.
Mar 27, 2023 8:45 pm
OOC:
Braddock spending Last Benny To Soak, before making full post...Rolls
Vigor Soak for Braddock - (1d10, 1d6, RA)
1d10 : (5) = 5
1d6 : (4) = 4
Mar 27, 2023 9:26 pm
In the empty lot the coven continues their confrontation.
Braddocks sneer turns to a look of surprise as Jemma's shot blasts him in the chest. He stumbles back.
"You think your musket can--ungh--harm me," he grunts at Jemma. He goes to one knee in the snow, his hand clutching his chest.
🌖
Sweeney draws her gun, and stays at Tereza's side, their hips practically touching.
🌖
Al leaps from Sarah's shoulder as the blonde witch runs for Caroline's side. He sprints across the snow and barrels into Caroline, his hands gripping her shirt front.🌖
Back at the bar Tara flips through pages as fast as she can. "O.K., O.K., destroying fey artifacts..."
We see her index finger slide up and down, side to side, on the pages of ancient tome. "Ah; Here! Tereza: 1584, a ritual by Duchess Cavendshaw..."
"O.K., I can walk you through the ritual if you can cast it! But you'll need the blood of two fey applied to the artifact--one willing and one unwilling..."
Wesley interjects. "Wait. Alternatively, if I'm reading this correctly," he says of his own book, "an artifact of that nature most surely is imbued with it's own spirit--and thus would be susceptible to the power and desire bargaining has over any other being of the fey."
"Though how one would strike a bargain with an object I can't say." He pushes his glasses up the bridge of his nose.
Tara shrugs at Wesley. "Tereza, did you get all that?"
Braddock (2 Wounds)
"You think your musket can--ungh--harm me," he grunts at Jemma. He goes to one knee in the snow, his hand clutching his chest.
🌖
Chief Sarah Sweeney
🌖
Alabaster
OOC:
As Sarah's action for the round she can attempt to heal Caroline as she helps her get clear (-1 if you don't have first aid kit).Tara Hensley
We see her index finger slide up and down, side to side, on the pages of ancient tome. "Ah; Here! Tereza: 1584, a ritual by Duchess Cavendshaw..."
"O.K., I can walk you through the ritual if you can cast it! But you'll need the blood of two fey applied to the artifact--one willing and one unwilling..."
Wesley Webster
"Though how one would strike a bargain with an object I can't say." He pushes his glasses up the bridge of his nose.
Tara Hensley
Mar 27, 2023 9:28 pm
Fate Swirls...
OOC:
Drawing for individuals now...Deck Draws
Caroline, Sarah, Tereza, Jemma, Braddock
Mar 28, 2023 12:33 am
Not sure if Sarah's healing attempt is last round or this one, but...
The young witch binds Caroline's wounds and attempts to staunch the flow of blood. "Apply pressure and elevate the wound," she mutters, recalling her first aid training.
The young witch binds Caroline's wounds and attempts to staunch the flow of blood. "Apply pressure and elevate the wound," she mutters, recalling her first aid training.
Last edited March 28, 2023 12:34 am
Rolls
Healing - (1d6-1, 1d6-1, RA)
1d6-1 : (2) - 1 = 1
1d6-1 : (5) - 1 = 4
Mar 28, 2023 8:15 am
OOC:
So, turn order is- Jemma
- Sarah
- Caroline
- Braddock
- Tereza
Although, I do have the Hesitant Hindrance. I can't actually draw a lower second card, but I could draw a Joker still 😅 Seems like we don't have card draw permissions, though, so @Dunko, you'll have to draw for me
Mar 28, 2023 1:20 pm
Jemma pumps the shotgut takes aim at Braddock and is ready to fire the moment he becomes aggressive. She will not gun him down in cold blood, but she is not taking any chances
OOC:
I'll make an attack and damage roll, in case he become agressiveOOC:
Benny on a reroll, ending on a 6Last edited March 28, 2023 1:21 pm
Rolls
Pump Action Shotgun (fay killers at short range) - Attack Roll - (1d4+2, 1d6, RA)
1d4+2 : (1) + 2 = 3
1d6 : (1) = 1
Pump Action Shotgun(fay killers at short range) - Damage Roll - (3d6, RA)
(1164) = 12
Benny reroll - (1d4+2, 1d6, RA)
1d4+2 : (2) + 2 = 4
1d6 : (4) = 4
Mar 29, 2023 10:44 pm
Quote:
@Dunko, you'll have to draw for meOOC:
O.K., you should all have full draw permissions now! And Sarah's Heal action will be for last round!Deck Draws
Tereza extra card!
Mar 29, 2023 10:58 pm
OOC:
So, turn order is- Jemma
- Sarah Up Now
- Caroline
- Braddock
- Tereza
Braddock (2 Wounds)
"Another untrained child," he asks her with a sneer.
OOC:
He's just chattering, not moving out of turn order.Mar 31, 2023 12:03 am
Sarah grabs Caroline by the arm, a little roughly, and half-walks/half-drags her behind some nearby cover.
Mar 31, 2023 11:27 pm
As the others start rushing out of the car Carolines heart drops. No Deacon. She loved the others but he was the one who would be able to help her in this fight. Even with Jemma waving around the shotgun the others.. their specialities lay elsewhere.
Okay the big blow she just got on Braddock didn't count. Caroline had been wearing him down.
As Al runs and jump at her she put an arm around him trying to be reassuring, and not wince. 'I'm fine bud, I've got this guy. A thought comes to her, if Al was with them had he found the talisman?
As Sarah reaches her she doesn't prevent the younger witch trying to look at her injuries but waves her away as she tries to lead her away from Braddock. She wasn't leaving Jemma to fight this guy. . ' The coin. Changeling inside. He draws magic from it. Even as she rapidly speaks to Sarah she forces herself back to her feet. 'Leave me, I'll distract this guy.
She staggers a few steps towards Braddock. 'Your fights with me, not her. Jemma get back! The vines lash out again.
Okay the big blow she just got on Braddock didn't count. Caroline had been wearing him down.
As Al runs and jump at her she put an arm around him trying to be reassuring, and not wince. 'I'm fine bud, I've got this guy. A thought comes to her, if Al was with them had he found the talisman?
As Sarah reaches her she doesn't prevent the younger witch trying to look at her injuries but waves her away as she tries to lead her away from Braddock. She wasn't leaving Jemma to fight this guy. . ' The coin. Changeling inside. He draws magic from it. Even as she rapidly speaks to Sarah she forces herself back to her feet. 'Leave me, I'll distract this guy.
She staggers a few steps towards Braddock. 'Your fights with me, not her. Jemma get back! The vines lash out again.
OOC:
Forgot the -2 again, (Or -1, not sure if there was enough time to Sarah to heal a wound. If -2 spending. Its either my last or second to last. Will go through and count when I can)Last edited March 31, 2023 11:31 pm
Rolls
Spellcasting - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (5) = 5
Spellcasting - (1d8-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d8-2 : (6) - 2 = 4
1d6-2 : (1) - 2 = -1
damage - (2d6, RA)
(21) = 3
Apr 1, 2023 3:15 pm
OOC:
Lets say heck yeah, for dramatic purposes, Sarah could administer first aid to Caroline--ignoring the 10 minutes from RAW. So we'll day she has 1 wound at this time. Braddock (2 Wound)
The flesh on his chest begins to knit back together...
OOC:
...Fast Regen Roll...Fail...Braddock (2 wound)
"Maybe you should put down your musket and rest..." he says as his hand move to trace a spell in the air...
OOC:
@runekyndig Make Athletics to interupt as it's clear to Jemma he's casting at her.Rolls
Fast Regen - (1d10-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d10-2 : (3) - 2 = 1
1d6-2 : (1) - 2 = -1
Apr 1, 2023 4:12 pm
Sarah is incensed. She picks up a nearby piece of rubble or a good-sized rock and whips it in Braddock's direction. The attempt is not so much to hit him as to distract him. However, she overextends her arm and ends up with a dislocated elbow.
Last edited April 1, 2023 4:13 pm
Rolls
Athletics* - (1d4, 1d6, RA)
1d4 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (1) = 1
Apr 1, 2023 6:19 pm
OOC:
I was a bit supprised that a skill check for a Held action was required, but then I looked it upQuote:
Held Actions: A character on Hold mayattempt to interrupt enemy actions as usual.
In personal combat (including foot chases),
the two make opposed Athletics rolls. When
mounted, it’s opposed Riding rolls. In vehicle
chases, the GM must decide which skills are
most appropriate (Athletics vs. maneuvering
to interrupt the driver, for example).
If trying to act before an entire vehicle, ship,
or group with multiple characters takes its
action, the opposed roll should be made
against the driver or leader.
Last edited April 1, 2023 6:20 pm
Rolls
Athletics* - (1d4, 1d6, RA)
1d4 : (1) = 1
1d6 : (2) = 2
Athletics* - (1d4, 1d6, RA)
1d4 : (3) = 3
1d6 : (5) = 5
Apr 1, 2023 6:25 pm
The camera slows down as Jemma and Braddock move at the same time......and Jemma gets the jump. The shot gun roars and the shot slams into Braddock before he casts his spell (1 wound).
"Gah!" The ancient witch stumbles as he takes the shot.
He finishes his spell after Jemma's attack. His casting even less assured.
OOC:
...Rolling Athletics for Brad...failed...Braddock (3 wounds)
He finishes his spell after Jemma's attack. His casting even less assured.
OOC:
...rolling spell...Rolls
Athletics for Opposed v5 - (1d6-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d6-2 : (1) - 2 = -1
1d6-2 : (2) - 2 = 0
Fey Slumber (Slumber) - (1d12-3, 1d6-3, RA)
1d12-3 : (5) - 3 = 2
1d6-3 : (4) - 3 = 1
Apr 1, 2023 6:41 pm
Braddock
Vines and bark begin to grow round his exposed skin...
OOC:
Terezas turn!Apr 1, 2023 6:52 pm
Tereza continues to watch the scene, her eyes wide with fear. There is no way she would ever get involved there. Not that she has any way of helping, even if she did. She has the phone clutched tight against her ear as she listens to the brewery team's tips. Not quite accidentally, she also moves a bit closer to Sweeney, their hips actually touching now as Tereza looks for reassurance from the Chief. "We need his blood," she calls over to the fight. She isn't actually sure if Braddock would count as a fey for the purposes of the ritual or not, but that is something to be debated later. If not, there would certainly be some other use they can find for his blood. "It's important!" She reaches into her ritual pouch and takes out a small, empty vial. She throws it to one of her covenmates who seems to be paying attention to her.
Correct me if I'm wrong. I think throwing stuff is Athletics
Edit: Yay, go Tereza!
OOC:
My thought was to toss the vial to Sarah, since I know she's out of spellpower and doesn't have a shotgun. But if one of the others says she wants it, we can say she indicated as much and Tereza tosses it to her instead.Correct me if I'm wrong. I think throwing stuff is Athletics
Edit: Yay, go Tereza!
Last edited April 1, 2023 6:53 pm
Rolls
Athletics - (1D4, 1D6, RA)
1D4 : (4442) = 14
1D6 : (61) = 7
Apr 1, 2023 10:44 pm
OOC:
Throwing stuff is indeed Athletics. Nice throw! Sarah will be happy to catch the vial, if she can.Apr 2, 2023 12:04 am
OOC:
whats more--lets keep that synergy rolling and give Sarah a +2 on her next trait roll if it relates Terezas plan!OOC:
Drawing two cards for next round.Deck Draws
Coven, Braddock
Apr 2, 2023 12:20 am
Braddock (3 Wounds)
OOC:
...rolling fast regen...1 wound healed...Braddock (2 wounds)
OOC:
...rolling casting targeting Jemma... Success[ +- ] Slumber
Anyone affected by slumber must make a
Spirit roll (at −2 if the caster got a raise on her
arcane skill roll). Those who fail fall asleep for the Duration of the spell. Very loud noises
or attempts to physically wake a sleeper (by
shaking him, for example), grant another
Spirit roll.
Spirit roll (at −2 if the caster got a raise on her
arcane skill roll). Those who fail fall asleep for the Duration of the spell. Very loud noises
or attempts to physically wake a sleeper (by
shaking him, for example), grant another
Spirit roll.
OOC:
Jemma, Spirit Roll needed or slumber!The Coven can act in any order again, just build off each other where and if you can!
Rolls
Fast Regen - (1d10-3, 1d6-3, RA)
1d10-3 : (9) - 3 = 6
1d6-3 : (4) - 3 = 1
Slumber - (1d12-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d12-2 : (9) - 2 = 7
1d6-2 : (3) - 2 = 1
Apr 2, 2023 12:35 am
Carrying the vial, Sarah dashes forward towards Braddock. She is hoping that surprise works in her favor. She bowls into him, hoping to knock him over and get him in a partial arm lock. What actually happens is that she slips on an oil slick and slides between his legs head first.
Last edited April 2, 2023 12:38 am
Rolls
Fighting - (1d4-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d4-2 : (3) - 2 = 1
1d6-2 : (4) - 2 = 2
Apr 2, 2023 1:01 am
Quote:
OOC:
whats more--lets keep that synergy rolling and give Sarah a +2 on her next trait roll if it relates Terezas plan!OOC:
Sarah, you forgot this! It turns your roll into a success (that'll still need to be opposed, probably, but still)Apr 2, 2023 10:26 am
Jemma pumps her shotgun for another shot.
Rolls
Spirit - (1d8, 1d6, RA)
1d8 : (6) = 6
1d6 : (3) = 3
Pump Action Shotgun - Attack Roll - (1d4+2, 1d6, RA)
1d4+2 : (3) + 2 = 5
1d6 : (4) = 4
Pump Action Shotgun - Damage Roll - (3d6, RA)
(2645) = 17
Apr 3, 2023 9:44 pm
OOC:
Gonna roll with the order in which they were posted 😐 !!Braddock (2 Wound)
OOC:
...rolling athletics...Fail, Sarah wins!We hear a cha-chank and then a BOOM as a shells worth of silver slams into Braddock sending him sprawling on his back. In the snow...
Braddock (4 Wounds)
The camera cuts to the smoking barrel of Jemma's gun.
Chief Sarah Sweeney
"Is that it," she asks.
Talisman
Rolls
Athletics v 4 .... - (1d6-2, 1d6-2, RA)
1d6-2 : (5) - 2 = 3
1d6-2 : (4) - 2 = 2
Apr 3, 2023 10:43 pm
Caroline registers Sarah catching the vial and rushing off a moment too late. 'Sarah what are..wait!' She starts rushing to follow going to try and interceded betwon him and her friend even as Jemma;s shot rings out and he fall. Relief rushes through her but is joined by frustration the otehrs had needed to help..and the fact Jemma wouldn't let her live down the fact the gun had worked.
'He was healing..we need to be careful. The coin. Al did you find it? Thats his source of power. Take that to Tereza, I'll make sure he doesn't interfere. The words come out as a rush as she puts her bare arm at the warlock, ready to blast out vines if he woke. The tattos of her arms shift and moves in anticipation, but with less vigor than before, hinting at her trred state.
'He was healing..we need to be careful. The coin. Al did you find it? Thats his source of power. Take that to Tereza, I'll make sure he doesn't interfere. The words come out as a rush as she puts her bare arm at the warlock, ready to blast out vines if he woke. The tattos of her arms shift and moves in anticipation, but with less vigor than before, hinting at her trred state.
Apr 4, 2023 2:09 am
Sarah, as surprised as anyone, scrambles away from the prone Braddock, vial still clutched in her good hand. She runs to Tereza's side and gives her the vial, still shaking like a leaf.
Apr 4, 2023 5:18 am
"This is not it!" Tereza replies to Sweeney. She takes out the Talisman and shows it and the strange way it is reacting off to the others. "I have it, Caroline. And I know how to destroy it. But it will take some time. Ritual. Not with him here!" With that, she puts it away again just as Sarah returns to her and hands her the vial. "Oh, Sarah, you're an angel," she tells her, hugging her, first just as a gesture of grateful excitement but then, feeling her shaking, she continues to hold her, trying to let her calm down a bit.
Apr 4, 2023 8:14 am
No Cheif, this is not it. Not yet. Tereza will handle the amulet and then we have to visit this mansion. Jemma flashes the notebook that Mable stole. This will hopefully tell us something
Jemma is still going on adrenalin, not ready to accept that the battle is over.
Cheif, the shells I gave you? Jemma reloads the shotgun with the fay-killers. Will you cover me? Just in case. Then she hands the shotgun to Chief Sarah Sweeney as she starts to examine Braddock's body. After a quick check of the pockets, she calls up her own power and her eyes start to glow as she now examines the body with a magical sight.
Jemma is still going on adrenalin, not ready to accept that the battle is over.
Cheif, the shells I gave you? Jemma reloads the shotgun with the fay-killers. Will you cover me? Just in case. Then she hands the shotgun to Chief Sarah Sweeney as she starts to examine Braddock's body. After a quick check of the pockets, she calls up her own power and her eyes start to glow as she now examines the body with a magical sight.
[ +- ] Detect/Conceal Arcana
Rank: Novice
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (detect); one hour (conceal)
Trappings: Waving hands, whispered words.
Detect arcana allows the recipient of the power to see and detect all supernatural persons, objects, or effects in sight. This includes invisible foes, enchantments on people or items, weird science devices, and so on. With a raise, the caster knows the general type of enchantment as well—harmful, obscurement, magic, miracles, etc.
Detect arcana also allows a character to ignore up to 4 points of penalties when attacking foes hidden by magical darkness, invisibility, or similar abilities (or all penalties with a raise). Conceal arcana prevents detection of arcane energies on one being or item of Normal Scale (see the Size Table page 179).
Detect vs. Conceal: Detecting arcana against someone or something that’s been concealed is an opposed roll of arcane skills (roll each time it’s attempted, but no more than once per turn). If the concealment wins, the character
cannot see through the ruse with this casting, but may terminate this instance and try again.
MODIFIERS
**ADDITIONAL RECIPIENTS (+1): The power may affect more than one viewer for detect, or item for conceal, for 1 additional Power Point each.
**AREA OF EFFECT (+1/+2): Conceal only. The power affects everything in a sphere the size of a Medium Blast Template for +1 points, or a Large Blast Template for +2.
**STRONG (+1): Conceal only. Detection rolls to see through the concealment are made at −2.
Power Points: 2
Range: Smarts
Duration: 5 (detect); one hour (conceal)
Trappings: Waving hands, whispered words.
Detect arcana allows the recipient of the power to see and detect all supernatural persons, objects, or effects in sight. This includes invisible foes, enchantments on people or items, weird science devices, and so on. With a raise, the caster knows the general type of enchantment as well—harmful, obscurement, magic, miracles, etc.
Detect arcana also allows a character to ignore up to 4 points of penalties when attacking foes hidden by magical darkness, invisibility, or similar abilities (or all penalties with a raise). Conceal arcana prevents detection of arcane energies on one being or item of Normal Scale (see the Size Table page 179).
Detect vs. Conceal: Detecting arcana against someone or something that’s been concealed is an opposed roll of arcane skills (roll each time it’s attempted, but no more than once per turn). If the concealment wins, the character
cannot see through the ruse with this casting, but may terminate this instance and try again.
MODIFIERS
**ADDITIONAL RECIPIENTS (+1): The power may affect more than one viewer for detect, or item for conceal, for 1 additional Power Point each.
**AREA OF EFFECT (+1/+2): Conceal only. The power affects everything in a sphere the size of a Medium Blast Template for +1 points, or a Large Blast Template for +2.
**STRONG (+1): Conceal only. Detection rolls to see through the concealment are made at −2.
Rolls
Spellcasting (Smarts) - (1d6, 1d6, RA)
1d6 : (2) = 2
1d6 : (5) = 5
Apr 5, 2023 3:56 pm
Snow begins to fall on the empty lot as Jemma investigates Braddock, with Sweeney edging forward with the shot gun, and Jemma, Sarah, and Caroline confer.
The slight rumble of the ground becomes more violent and louder. We hear a snap a thin, verdant sapling rips from the snow covered concrete. It twists and sways as it grows to two meters in height within seconds.
From Caroline's shoulder, Alabaster yips in surprise. "Carline; can you feel? This place is becoming twilit!"
More saplings sprout with unnatural strength and speed, tearing up the decades old concrete. Vines crawl from cracks and begin to ascend the sides of the brick buildings flanking the lot.
The camera shows green pulsing, shining through the fabric of Tereza's pocket. The Talisman feels hot against her.
We jump back to Jemma. We see her search the ancient witch's pockets but nothing of interest is turned up. Upon examination it's clear these clothes are 'stolen' from somewhere.
We see with her arcane sight...and Braddock's form begins to glow as the trees sprout around the lot. His skin begins to harden and become bark like. A lot snapping is heard from his body as his bones rearrange and elongate. His clothes are torn to shreds as vines and plant life spring from his skin and begin to wrap him--his wounds disappearing into this new shape.
Trees continue to burst from the ground as Braddock's eyes flutter open. His long, claw-like hands push into the ground as he begins to leverage himself up, a deep laugh rumbling in his chest...
The slight rumble of the ground becomes more violent and louder. We hear a snap a thin, verdant sapling rips from the snow covered concrete. It twists and sways as it grows to two meters in height within seconds.
Alabaster
More saplings sprout with unnatural strength and speed, tearing up the decades old concrete. Vines crawl from cracks and begin to ascend the sides of the brick buildings flanking the lot.
Tereza
Jemma
We see with her arcane sight...and Braddock's form begins to glow as the trees sprout around the lot. His skin begins to harden and become bark like. A lot snapping is heard from his body as his bones rearrange and elongate. His clothes are torn to shreds as vines and plant life spring from his skin and begin to wrap him--his wounds disappearing into this new shape.
OOC:
It'd be clear to Jemma that this is fey magic at work here, and that an aura of invulnerability is enveloping him as he enters his 'next' form.[ +- ] Invulnerability
Invulnerability
Some Savage Tales feature invulnerable
horrors that can only be defeated by
discovering their weakness.
Invulnerable creatures ignore damage as
listed in their description. Unless otherwise
specified, they can be Shaken or Stunned but
not Wounded by other forms of damage. An
ancient dark god given life by misguided
cultists, for example, might only be
vulnerable to shards of stained glass gathered
from a church.
Some Savage Tales feature invulnerable
horrors that can only be defeated by
discovering their weakness.
Invulnerable creatures ignore damage as
listed in their description. Unless otherwise
specified, they can be Shaken or Stunned but
not Wounded by other forms of damage. An
ancient dark god given life by misguided
cultists, for example, might only be
vulnerable to shards of stained glass gathered
from a church.
Wild Braddock
Apr 5, 2023 3:59 pm
OOC:
No restrictions on actions or anything, so the coven should do what they want or need to do, have at it and build off each other where when or if you can 🌓Apr 5, 2023 6:05 pm
"Don't we get a break or anything?" Tereza complains. "How the"—What follows is a very colorful sounding swearword in Czech—"am I supposed to set up a ritual if this guy won't stay down?" She looks at her friends. "We need to get away from here. And from him!"
Apr 6, 2023 12:09 pm
As the others discuss the coin Caroline stands down for a momeent and trace symbols over her abdomen, trying not to wince and show she's still hurt. As the symbols are finished they flare..and just wink out nothing happening. She stares down a look of disbelief on her face. That wasn't possible. She couldn't nearly be out of magic?
She's brought out of it by Al speaking and she looks up at the brownie confusion on her face. ' What do you mean Twil...oh bloody hell. Jemma! ' She whirls around as the terrain starts to change worried for her friend.
Tereza was right, but if they just left him here he would hurt others. That and if she went with them... his words of her having the stink of the fey around her come back. He would just track them down if she stayed with the others. She grits her teeth before a though comes t her mind. The farm. If she could lead him away to the farm, that might give the others a chance
'Chief, get the others away do the ritual. Al go with them. I can stall him.' Provided he trusted her again and didn't just try and rip the info from her mind once more...the others didn't need to know that risk. She starts to run forward, gritting her teeth again the pain of her wounds and she looks to pull Jemma back, get in between him and her.
She's brought out of it by Al speaking and she looks up at the brownie confusion on her face. ' What do you mean Twil...oh bloody hell. Jemma! ' She whirls around as the terrain starts to change worried for her friend.
Tereza was right, but if they just left him here he would hurt others. That and if she went with them... his words of her having the stink of the fey around her come back. He would just track them down if she stayed with the others. She grits her teeth before a though comes t her mind. The farm. If she could lead him away to the farm, that might give the others a chance
'Chief, get the others away do the ritual. Al go with them. I can stall him.' Provided he trusted her again and didn't just try and rip the info from her mind once more...the others didn't need to know that risk. She starts to run forward, gritting her teeth again the pain of her wounds and she looks to pull Jemma back, get in between him and her.
Last edited April 6, 2023 12:35 pm
Apr 6, 2023 12:27 pm
OOC:
Dunko, can I make some kind of roll to determine whether Braddock's blood counts as Fey blood? If not, this is going to get even more difficult.Would that be Occult or Research? I have a D8 in both, so I'll just roll it. Feel free to ignore.
Rolls
Occult/Research (?) - (1D8, 1D6, RA)
1D8 : (4) = 4
1D6 : (4) = 4
Apr 11, 2023 11:52 pm
'I'll take you. To the manor. ' Caroline calls out as she tries to get Braddock's attention. She needed him to focus back in her as she holds her hands up. At the back of her mind part of her still wants to continue you the fight, but the others might get hurt. T needed time to do the ritual.
'You' ve proven you have power now just.. Leave them alone. Let them go, and I'll show you...Physically. No mind sharing. She'd hopefully proven she could defeat his mental assaults for that not to be an option.
'You' ve proven you have power now just.. Leave them alone. Let them go, and I'll show you...Physically. No mind sharing. She'd hopefully proven she could defeat his mental assaults for that not to be an option.
Apr 12, 2023 4:57 am
"Caroline, we're not leaving you with him!" Tereza protests from her position next to the police car. She understands that Caroline wants to give herself up for them, but she can't let that happen, right? She's terrified and has no idea how they could possibly stand up to Braddock, but that doesn't mean she's willing to sacrifice her friend, even if it might give them an opening to attempt the ritual. "We're a coven, we stick together!"
OOC:
I'm on board with the plan ooc, but Tereza might need a wink or some sign that Caroline has a plan before she's willing to agree. Even though Caroline does her rituals all wrong, they're still good friends, after all.