Chapter 2 - Mysterious Happenings

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Sep 13, 2023 3:25 pm
Diverting her attention from the telepathy experiments, Tanya focuses on the rustling too, seeing Emilia looking for its source.
"Where's that coming from?..."

She takes a few tentative steps towards the brush, squinting her eyes to see in the shady areas. She will walk carefully not to scare the pigeons.
OOC:
leaving an Investigate roll if helpful. Disregard if not.
Last edited September 13, 2023 4:40 pm

Rolls

Investigate (Mind) - (5d6, 2d6)

5d6 : (26332) = 16

2d6 : (42) = 6

Sep 13, 2023 3:35 pm
"If that's Izzy again, don't let her see us talking to the birds," Robbie whispers to her friend. The bully would never let them live something like that down. "I'll try to catch the leader. Even if it's not Izzy, who- or whatever it might scare the birds off!"
OOC:
Not trying to pile up so many rolls at one, but Robbie will try to catch the bird who seems to be the smartest. I think that'd be a Move roll?
Sep 13, 2023 3:40 pm
Emilia sighs as for a moment the others seem to ignore her warnings and continuing to talk about catching the birds.

When they do notice Robbie had a point. If it was someone with school and she got caught talking to birds, and hanging out with these two.. She crouches and back up slightly trying to stay out of sight of whoever is approaching.
Sep 13, 2023 3:43 pm
—Tanya’s action
OOC:
5d6! Wow, she's smart. - I like the use of the investigate roll and will apply the success to the degree of knowledge she discovers.
As Tanya cautiously approaches the source of the rustling noise in the nearby brush, her eyes begin to adjust to the dim light filtering through the foliage. Based on the rustling sounds and the occasional glimpses of movement among the leaves, she has a strong suspicion that it's a small dog. Its presence is becoming more evident as it continues to explore the area nearby.

Tanya anticipates that it will likely soon emerge from the brush, a prospect that could potentially startle the pigeons and disrupt their interaction with the unusual birds.
Sep 13, 2023 3:44 pm
bowlofspinach says:
I think that'd be a Move roll?
OOC:
Yes, move seems most appropriate.
Sep 13, 2023 3:46 pm
Suddenly, Robbie rushes forward. She's surprisingly quick for her size, owing to the muscles developed through her work on the farm. But will she be fast enough to catch a bird?

Rolls

BODY, Move - (5D6, 1D6)

5D6 : (26221) = 13

1D6 : (4) = 4

Sep 13, 2023 3:48 pm
"Hey I think that dog is coming from the brush. It's gonna scare off our feathered freaks..." she whispers to the others, pointing at the spot where she sees it.
Sep 13, 2023 3:59 pm
As Tanya whispers her concern about the potential arrival of a dog, the tension in the air escalates. The group of pigeons, still fixated on the scattered bread and broken mirror, momentarily freeze in response to the "smartest" bird's utterance of "Hush." The rustling in the brush grows louder. The one pigeon that has yet to speak finally breaks its silence, its voice amplified in panic as it issues a warning to the group, "Beware the scourge of the wood approaches."

A small white dog suddenly leaps out of the brush, its fluffy white coat rustling as it darts toward the group of pigeons and the kids. Chaos erupts as the pigeons scatter in all directions.

Amidst the chaos, Robbie reacts swiftly. She lunges toward the pigeon, her hand closing around its small body. She has successfully caught the bird.

As the dog barks excitedly and continues to chase after the pigeons, the remaining birds scatter further, their mechanical voices chattering in alarm.
Sep 13, 2023 4:05 pm
"I got it, I got it, I got it!" Robbie cheers excitedly. "But we need to put it somewhere it can't escape." She thinks for a moment before saying, "We have cages at home, but I don't suppose either of you has anything here that could make carrying it easier?"
She then moves the bird in her hands so it can look at her face. "Sorry, little guy, but we have to figure out what's going on with you!"
Sep 13, 2023 4:08 pm
Pigeon
The pigeon struggles to free itself, and loudly alternates between squawking and saying "help!"
Sep 13, 2023 4:28 pm
As the bird starts calling for help Emilia rushes up to Robbie holding the broken mirror trying to get the birds attention.

'Don't panic, don' t panic. Look it's shiny. You like shiny right?'

She had no idea what they we going to do with a talking bird but it getting attention was probably not a good thing.
Sep 13, 2023 4:33 pm
Pigeon
The bird, torn between its fear and the allure of the shiny object, momentarily ceases its frantic struggles.
Sep 13, 2023 4:38 pm
As the bird calms slightly she looks over to Robbie. 'Do we have to find out? I mean okay I' m not going to lie I'm a tiny bit.. Okay a lot curious but.. How? I'm.. Probably just dreaming right now...'
Sep 13, 2023 4:43 pm
"Oh well, at least the doggy doesn't speak..." she comments to self, when pandemonium ensues. "This place was starting to feel like Disneyland."

"Of course we gotta find out! this could be the scientific discovery of the century!" she tells Emilia.
Sep 13, 2023 4:50 pm
"Well, if you're dreaming, then why not just go along with it?" Robbie suggests to Emilia with a big grin. "And besides, look at how cute this little fellow is. Do you really just want us to let him go again?" She holds out the pigeon to Emilia.
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With a small giggle, she then adds, "And if you are dreaming, then I'm honored that you're dreaming about us!"
Sep 13, 2023 5:51 pm
OOC:
Now that everyone is close to the pigeon, can you all please make a comprehend roll? I’m looking for at least one success.

If there are no successes, you may use luck or push the rule. pushing the role will most likely result in either becoming injured from a pecking bird, becoming upset because you know there is something more but just can’t see it (I’m smarter than this), or becoming scared because talking birds are weird.

The characters will always find enough clues to move the story forward, so failing in a situation like this means they simply wouldn’t have the full picture. I hope that helps on deciding whether to reroll.
Sep 13, 2023 5:52 pm
OOC:
I'll just roll for now. Can I decide whether to push or spend luck after everyone has rolled?

Rolls

MIND, Comprehend - (3D6, 1D6)

3D6 : (233) = 8

1D6 : (5) = 5

Sep 13, 2023 5:54 pm
bowlofspinach says:
OOC:
I'll just roll for now. Can I decide whether to push or spend luck after everyone has rolled?
Yes
Sep 13, 2023 5:56 pm
OOC:
rolling

Rolls

Comprehend (Mind) - (3d6, 5d6)

3d6 : (614) = 11

5d6 : (36661) = 22

Sep 13, 2023 5:57 pm
OOC:
Nevermind. Tanya comprehends everything 😄
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