[F17-PP] A fight fit for Heracles <<Herculean Labor>>

[Pinball 1]

He grinned for a moment, but it faded quickly once again. He still couldn't put his finger on it, but something put him off at the man's reply. He squirmed in his seat uncomfortably, until the sound of feet could be heard. Pinball launched himself to his feet, lifting his spear out of its sheathe. He gave the weapon a twirl. "I'll go first! Zomekko!" Pinball's ghostly familiar was out of her jar in an instant, enveloping his spear in a shadowy aura. The weapon iteslf glowed a bright purple, and Pinball launched himself forward, activating Charge as he rushed at the Nemeon Lion in front of him; the big one was his target, he remembered. His attack hit the monster square on; but Pinball was disappointed that Freeze didn't activate, and he knew if Phase had activated, he would have done a lot more damage. Still, he had made a dent in the monster's health, and that was worth something. He jumped backwards a few steps, realizing he was well ahead of his tank. He looked to Domarus, hoping the man followed up with an AoE. "Ohh, boy," he murmured, trying to back away from the tough looking mobs. 

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Action Taken: Sword Art - [Dimension Stampede] Hit! [-17 EN] / Charge! +1 Base 

Nemeon Lion: ID# 100271  BD: 3+5+1= 9 (Hit!) 

20+1= 21*15= 315 - 82= 233 DMG 

Battle Stats: 

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[H: 3/3/3/3] Hestia: 1178/1265 |  112/122 | DMG:  5 | MIT:151 | ACC: 1 | EVA:-1 | TRNS: 54 | PARA: 2 | BLD:2 | REC: 1 | RGN: 1 

[H: 1/0/0/0] Pinball: 620/620 HP | 45/62 EN | DMG: 20 (+5) | 5 (+2) ACC | 3 EVA 

[H: 0/0/0/0] @Domarus:  800/800 | 80/80 | 15-20 DMG | 5 ACC | 59 MIT | 24 THRN

- ENEMIES - 

Nemeon Lion: 605/838  MIT:82  DMG:145(min 60)  EVA:-1  ACC:3

-55 Bleed damage for 5 turns when hitting

-Perm increase creature damage by 10 every 2 turns (tech 3 since cooldowns)

Nemeon Lioness: 458/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 458/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 458/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

 

Edited April 25, 2018 by Pinball

[Domarus 0]

Domarus heard Hestia's little comment on her not dying.  Domarus said, rather seriously which she could tell wasn't a facade, more like an order:  
     "If you get too low in health stop drawing in hate.  Let me build it up.  I've got enough mitigation to take one or two hits, allowing us to get closer to finishing him off.  Understood?"  He drew his massive ax as Pinball attacked, landing a hit on the lion and dealing a good amount of damage to it.  It helped to have the world's strongest sword art as well as a damage buff he could just consume right off the bat.  Domarus waited for him to get out of the way before he himself activated charge.  His first target was the lion himself.  The brute could see past his visor and saw the vicious, primal fire that burned to consume everything in it's path.  That was enough for the lion to become still enough for his sword art to begin.  He slashed through it's body, dealing damage to the beast and activated concentrate for the upcoming lionesses.  He struck at them, the first almost escaped but he landed a hit.  The second he swung an uppercut with his ax, flinging it into the air where he would slash at it horizontally, sending it flying into the male and knocking them both back with sheer force.  He then finished the attack by swinging the blade down at the last one that leaped at him, knocking her into the ground.  He looked up.  He knew Hestia would send energize his way due to the insane cost of sword arts so he said nothing.

Concentration Activated +1 ACC

ID#  100286  BD:  4+5+1-2=8
ID#  100287  BD:  2+5+1-2=6
ID#  100288  BD:  9
ID#  100289  BD:  4+5+1-2=8

15+5x14-82=198 dmg
15+5x14-47=233 dmg
15+6x14-47=267 dmg

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[H: 3/3/3/3] @Hestia: 1178/1265 |  112/122 | DMG:  5 | MIT:151 | ACC: 1 | EVA:-1 | TRNS: 54 | PARA: 2 | BLD:2 | REC: 1 | RGN: 1 

[H: 1/0/0/0] Pinball: 620/620 HP | 45/62 EN | DMG: 20 (+5) | 5 (+2) ACC | 3 EVA 

[H: 1/1/2/1] @Domarus:  800/800 | 52/80 | 15-20 DMG | 5 ACC | 59 MIT | 24 THRN

- ENEMIES - 

Nemeon Lion: 407/838  MIT:82  DMG:145(min 60)  EVA:-1  ACC:3

-55 Bleed damage for 5 turns when hitting

-Perm increase creature damage by 10 every 2 turns (tech 3 since cooldowns)

Nemeon Lioness: 225/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 191/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 225/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

 

Edited April 26, 2018 by Domarus

[Hestia 0]

I grin as i look over and see Pinball deal the first attack knocking the king lion down a lot of HP points as i see Domarus follow through knocking each of the lionesses with an attack. I hear his comment before he does so and rolls my eyes. I am a tank if i get in danger of dying i will just heal myself with field medic, or even one of the many potions i have. I say towards the red head player as i then quickly follow up with a howl making them focus back on me having seen one glance towards Domarus as if contemplating attacking the red haired players. Come at me lions! I am the iron wall of Aincrad! You can't topple me ever and if you think otherwise strike me now! I say towards the creatures as they glare at me directly as if understanding my words as the monsters charge towards me right away as i raise my shield in preparation for an attack. I see the male lion slam into the my shield as i dig into the ground taking the hit, but then finds my shield bit into as i grit my teeth still not giving into the attack. A lioness backs the male up slamming into my side as i take a few steps to the side from the strike refusing to fall over from the attacks as the pack of four backs away once more as i remain standing taking some deep breathes. 'They are just weaker venom wargs stay on your feet hest.' I think to myself with a nod of my head as my posture and stance looks like none of the attacks even fazed me as if i was unimpressed with the strikes. Come on i thought you were meant to be stronger! You are pathetic wastes of space if you can't live up to the legends! Come on give me a challenge you weak grecian beasts! I say to antagonize them once more as i prep for the next attack keeping a calm and confident look.

The Actions:

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Player: Howl [-10 ENG] [+1 ENG natural]

#100290  MD:5+4=9  MOB:1 min (bld effect) Thorns: 54

#100291 MD:7+2=9  29 DMG   THorns: 54

#100292 MD:1

#100293 MD:3+2=5 Miss

 

Battle stats

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[H: 6/6/6/6] Hestia: 1133/1265 |  103/122 | DMG:  5 | MIT:151 | ACC: 1 | EVA:-1 | TRNS: 54 | PARA: 2 | BLD:2 | REC: 1 | RGN: 1 (BLD 55 0/5)

[H: 1/0/0/0] Pinball: 620/620 HP | 45/62 EN | DMG: 20 (+5) | 5 (+2) ACC | 3 EVA 

[H: 1/1/2/1] Domarus:  800/800 | 52/80 | 15-20 DMG | 5 ACC | 59 MIT | 24 THRN

- ENEMIES - 

Nemeon Lion: 353/838  MIT:82  DMG:145(min 60)  EVA:-1  ACC:3

-55 Bleed damage for 5 turns when hitting

-Perm increase creature damage by 10 every 2 turns (tech 3 since cooldowns) [1/3]

Nemeon Lioness: 171/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 191/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 225/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

 

 

[Pinball 1]

As the fighting went on, Pinball felt himself become more and more nervous. Stryder planned on taking on the next boss fight, and Pinball was going to follow him into it; but was he ready? Watching the chaos unfold, and watching Hestia's health drop lower than he had ever really seen it drop, he was painfully aware of the danger of it all. It's not a death game for nothing, he was reminded. He hefted his spear in both hands, taking a few steps forward. Pinball whistled, and Zomekko started to swirl around his weapon. Pinball looked around, trying to decide which target to attack... but Domarus was already attacking with his AoE, and Hestia was shouting again. Not wanting to interrupt, Pinball backed away, waiting for his opening. 

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Action Taken: Sword Art - [Dimension Stampede] Miss! [+1 EN, -2 EN] 

Nemeon Lion: ID# 100294  BD: 1 (Critical Miss!) 

Battle Stats: 

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[H: 6/6/6/6] Hestia: 1133/1265 |  103/122 | DMG:  5 | MIT:151 | ACC: 1 | EVA:-1 | TRNS: 54 | PARA: 2 | BLD:2 | REC: 1 | RGN: 1 (BLD 55 0/5)

[H: 1/0/0/0] Pinball: 620/620 HP | 44/62 EN | DMG: 20 (+5) | 5 (+2) ACC | 3 EVA 

[H: 1/1/2/1] Domarus:  800/800 | 52/80 | 15-20 DMG | 5 ACC | 59 MIT | 24 THRN

- ENEMIES - 

Nemeon Lion: 353/838  MIT:82  DMG:145(min 60)  EVA:-1  ACC:3

-55 Bleed damage for 5 turns when hitting

-Perm increase creature damage by 10 every 2 turns (tech 3 since cooldowns) [1/3]

Nemeon Lioness: 171/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 191/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 225/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

 

Edited April 26, 2018 by Pinball

[Domarus 0]

Domarus noted that Pinball wasn't taking another action after he missed so he took initiative.  When Hestia rolled her eyes and essentially spit on his offer he whispered to her closely:
     "Do you always treat a comrade's genuine concern for your safety like it's worth s**t?  Or is it just with me?  Because I can name people who would cut ties with you for treating their friendship and concern that way."  With that he rushed at the monsters again.  While it was true that Domarus only cared about her safety for Raven's sake, as he needed her to believe he would protect Hestia rather than just let her die.  It was also true that she was acting like an arrogant a** in this moment.  He didn't know why he gave her that warning instead of just letting players learn her nature during combat and let that make her life complicated and miserable.  What he did know was she'd have something to think about, as well as a reason for her to trust and follow him more.  Domarus released Explode Catapult once again, striking the male three times before hitting it with the butt of his ax hard enough to slam into one of the females.  He even heard a rib or two crack under the force.  He then rushed over and struck the lionesses, dealing damage to them as well.

ID#  100295  BD:  10
ID#  100296  BD:  3+5-2=6
ID#  100297  BD:  9
ID#  100298  BD:  9

15+2x14-82=156 dmg
15x14-47=163 dmg
15+1x14-47=177 dmg

Spoiler

[H: 6/6/6/6] @Hestia: 1133/1265 |  103/122 | DMG:  5 | MIT:151 | ACC: 1 | EVA:-1 | TRNS: 54 | PARA: 2 | BLD:2 | REC: 1 | RGN: 1 (BLD 55 0/5)

[H: 1/0/0/0] Pinball: 620/620 HP | 45/62 EN | DMG: 20 (+5) | 5 (+2) ACC | 3 EVA 

[H: 3/2/4/3] Domarus:  800/800 | 24/80 | 15-20 DMG | 5 ACC | 59 MIT | 24 THRN

- ENEMIES - 

Nemeon Lion: 197/838  MIT:82  DMG:145(min 60)  EVA:-1  ACC:3

-55 Bleed damage for 5 turns when hitting

-Perm increase creature damage by 10 every 2 turns (tech 3 since cooldowns) [1/3]

Nemeon Lioness: 8/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 14/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 48/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

 

Edited April 26, 2018 by Domarus

[Hestia 0]

I grin with a smile on my face at seeing Domarus strike all the nemeon beasts knocking them down to almost nothing as i grin even more so at seeing my HP drop more and more with each strike done to me as it actually makes me lose some HP that could put me in some slight danger. Knowing i should be scared because of that fact, but just being excited that for once a greek myth is putting me into danger and making me consider them a actual threat getting me all excited with the biggest grin upon my face because of that. I raise my shield as the male smashes into my sheet quickly followed by his three mates as each one shatters into crystals upon my shield as i gaze towards the nemeon male with a grin on my face. Well beast you have done good for making me drop to around 75%, but i have to tell you that you're dead now. You should've never tried to mess with this group. You fate has been sealed, but you were a worthy adversary i am excited to meet again in the future. i say with the biggest grin on my face as i gaze towards the enemy completely relaxed trusting Pin or Domarus to kill the enemy remaining. I then hear Domarus' comment and refuses the natural instinct to just ignore it and treat it like it is trivial. I don't need people worrying over me. I am a tank who can heal itself. I don't wish for allies to spend time and focus worrying about me when they could easily focus upon the fight. I say back as my response towards the man.

Battle Actions: (post edited later when partners edit)

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Energize on Domarus [-10 ENG to me] [+8 to Domarus] [+1 ENG natural to me] [+3 ENG from enhancement]

#100299 MD:6 60 DMG  Thorns: 54

#100300 MD:5+2=7 29 DMG  Thorns: 54

#100301 MD:5+2=7 29 DMG thorns: 54

#100302  MD:5+2=7 29 DMG thorns: 54  CD:6

Battle stats

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[H: 6/6/6/6] Hestia: 934/1265 |  106/122 | DMG:  5 | MIT:151 | ACC: 1 | EVA:-1 | TRNS: 54 | PARA: 2 | BLD:2 | REC: 1 | RGN: 1 (BLD 55 1/5)

[H: 1/0/0/0] Pinball: 620/620 HP | 45/62 EN | DMG: 20 (+5) | 5 (+2) ACC | 3 EVA 

[H: 3/2/4/3] Domarus:  800/800 | 32/80 | 15-20 DMG | 5 ACC | 59 MIT | 24 THRN

- ENEMIES - 

Nemeon Lion: 143/838  MIT:82  DMG:145(min 60)  EVA:-1  ACC:3

-55 Bleed damage for 5 turns when hitting

-Perm increase creature damage by 10 every 2 turns (tech 3 since cooldowns) [2/3]

Nemeon Lioness: 0/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 0/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 0/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

 

 

[Pinball 1]

In a quick turn of events, the tide of the battle was practically flipped on its head. The second fight, oddly enough, seemed to go by a lot quicker than the first one; though, Pinball assumed, it might just be his imagination. One thing was certain, however: Hestia's health was getting low, and Jesus Christ, Domarus is a monster with that axe. The heavily armed man cut through the monsters like it was nothing, dealing a hell of a lot of damage with a single Sword Art. And he's not even buffed. Pinball was envious of his AoE capabilities, but he knew that he wouldn't be comfortable with an axe. In all honesty, the only two-handed weapon he saw himself handling besides his spear was the sword. Otherwise, he would have picked up a one-handed weapon; either a rapier, or he might have stuck with his dagger. Either way, the only enemy remaining was the Nemeon Lion. Pinball grit his teeth, then launched himself forward, activating Dimension Stampede, hoping beyond hope that he'd manage to finish it off for the group... only to stumble over a tree root. He recovered, but he had missed his attack of oppurtunity. I hate myself.

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- Combat - 

Action Taken: Sword Art - [Dimension Stampede] Miss! [+1 EN, -2 EN] 

Nemeon Lion: ID# 100332  BD: 1 (Critical Miss!) 

Battle Stats: 

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[H: 6/6/6/6] @Hestia: 934/1265 |  106/122 | DMG:  5 | MIT:151 | ACC: 1 | EVA:-1 | TRNS: 54 | PARA: 2 | BLD:2 | REC: 1 | RGN: 1 (BLD 55 1/5)

[H: 1/0/0/0] Pinball: 620/620 HP | 44/62 EN | DMG: 20 (+5) | 5 (+2) ACC | 3 EVA 

[H: 3/2/4/3] @Domarus:  800/800 | 32/80 | 15-20 DMG | 5 ACC | 59 MIT | 24 THRN

- ENEMIES - 

Nemeon Lion: 143/838  MIT:82  DMG:145(min 60)  EVA:-1  ACC:3

-55 Bleed damage for 5 turns when hitting

-Perm increase creature damage by 10 every 2 turns (tech 3 since cooldowns) [2/3]

Nemeon Lioness: 0/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 0/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

Nemeon Lioness: 0/512  MIT:47  DMG:180  ACC:1 EVA:2

- Bleed is applied on attacks. Non crit= 20 DMG for three turns.   On Crit= 30 DMG for three times

 

Edited April 26, 2018 by Pinball

[Domarus 0]

Domarus heard Hestia's response and replied as such, only loud enough for her to hear of course:
     "If someone offers you help don't refuse it.  Especially if it's a last resort.  You mock and insult the consideration, compassion and friendship with them."  He then turned around and smirked under the helmet.
     "Then again if you want to burn bridges be my guest, makes it easier to contain you,"  he said quietly to her.  He watched as Pinball attempted, and failed, to hit the monster.  Domarus ran at the enemy, passing Pinball as he did so.
     "Don't worry friend, happens to the best of us.  Just get stronger, stay focused, and move forward."  Domarus grinned under his helmet.  Not only was being a leader going to help raise his reputation and make things a hell of a lot easier, but it was fun ordering people around.  Even if it was sugar coated.  The only thing he needed to worry about was if Pinball was planning to disobey orders.  Domarus started by punching the creature, knocking it back.  When he did so he released Screw dimension, slashing it in multiple angles, knocking horizontally, diagonally, vertically.  And finished by slashing down at it, pinning the creature into the ground.
     "If you two don't finish this guy off may I have the honors?"

ID#  100333  BD:  6

15x13-82=113 dmg

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[H: 6/6/6/6] @Hestia: 934/1265 |  106/122 | DMG:  5 | MIT:151 | ACC: 1 | EVA:-1 | TRNS: 54 | PARA: 2 | BLD:2 | REC: 1 | RGN: 1 (BLD 55 1/5)

[H: 1/0/0/0] Pinball: 620/620 HP | 44/62 EN | DMG: 20 (+5) | 5 (+2) ACC | 3 EVA 

[H: 3/2/4/3] @Domarus:  800/800 | 19/80 | 15-20 DMG | 5 ACC | 59 MIT | 24 THRN

- ENEMIES - 

Nemeon Lion: 33/838  MIT:82  DMG:145(min 60)  EVA:-1  ACC:3

-55 Bleed damage for 5 turns when hitting

 

 

Edited April 27, 2018 by Domarus

[Hestia 0]

I gaze towards the giant male lion as it gets batted away by Domarus' axe as i just take a calming breathe to not lose my cool when dealing with the man and his rather annoying tendencies to try and be a bother to me. Having tried to slowly get used to being neutral to the man, but finding much difficulty in his reluctance to even partner up with me in a neutral manner by this point. Whether that be from his own reasons, or general dislike of my person for me wanting to do what i view as the right thing. I see the attack from the male lion come towards me as i don't move at all ignoring the loud roar it gives as it attacks since it activated its ability as it slams into me and dies upon my thorns bursting into crystals as i remain upon where i stand unmoved from that attack as i wait to see the item land in my inventory, but instead sees Domarus gets the screen as i just look shocked and confused. What the hell! I did the last hit why didn't i get the item! I say my tone being one of confusion and some very small annoyance at that fact. Having wanted the item since it was greek related, and having hoped to maybe display it in my shop for some fun since it is the Nemeon fur.

#100355 MD:6+4=10  Thorns: 54    MOB:4

[H: 6/6/6/6] Hestia 889/1265 |  106/122 | DMG:  5 | MIT:151 | ACC: 1 | EVA:-1 | TRNS: 54 | PARA: 2 | BLD:2 | REC: 1 | RGN: 1 (BLD 55 1/5)

[H: 1/0/0/0] Pinball: 620/620 HP | 44/62 EN | DMG: 20 (+5) | 5 (+2) ACC | 3 EVA 

[H: 3/2/4/3] Domarus  800/800 | 19/80 | 15-20 DMG | 5 ACC | 59 MIT | 24 THRN

- ENEMIES - 

Nemeon Lion: 0/838  MIT:82  DMG:145(min 60)  EVA:-1  ACC:3

-55 Bleed damage for 5 turns when hitting

Domarus gets the Nemean Fur since it was last Attack not hit.

<<Nemean Fur>> [Light Armor, Tier 2, Uncommon Item]: 'Bloodclot' - A cape made out of the Nemean lion's hide, said to be impervious to the elements and all but the most powerful weapons. (Last Attack reward, on the Lion)

[Pinball 1]

As Domarus knocked the Nemeon Lion to the ground, the creature stumbling to its feet, Pinball sheathed his weapon. Judging by the sliver of red in the monster's health bar, the fight was all but over. Pushing his hands in his pockets, he swung around to the right of the two as the Nemeon Lion let out a roar, charging Hestia. Consumed by hate, he thought. That sounds cheesy, doesn't it? Pinball stopped as the mob shattered into a bunch of light blue shards, the noble lion's remains carried away by the wind. Pinball raised an eyebrow as a notification popped up in front of Domarus. There was a Last Attack bonus? Pinball's heart dropped. Aww, man. That would've been cool. He shook his head with a frown, before walking back over to the two, his spear across his back and his hands in his pockets. "There was an LA item? What is it? Anything good?" 

[Domarus 0]

He was going to have to figure out what Hestia's deal was.  He really didn't want to, but he was going to have to talk with her at some point soon.  Preferably with Raven, and they wouldn't be able to lie to him.  He was skilled at reading people.  That would have to wait of course, so he would need to focus on them here and now.  When the creature struck Hestia the battle had ended and rewards were sent out for finishing the quest.  The last attack item popped up for Domarus and he grinned under the helmet.  He didn't expect to get it since there was health left, but thanks to Hestia and her thorns, he got the item with the unique enhancement.  All he needed now were essences of steel.  When Hestia started reacting the way she did, he looked up and talked as if he was like any other person.
     "It's different than a last hit Hestia.  Look at the last hit again and it will read last 'attack'.  To be honest I expected you or Pinball to get it in case one of you decided to make the final strike.  And yes Pinball.  An uncommon item with the blood clot enhancement.  Two essence of steel and this will be an item I can most certainly use," he said as he inserted it into his inventory.

[Hestia 0]

I just gain a slightly sour look not caring if it was this last attack type of deal having known every item in the game that had that special little tidbit always did last hit rather then some type of last attack. I just shake my head with a small sigh. 'Whatever beyond my control now. Only can allow things to continue to play out.' I think to myself ignoring the small little voice telling me to just find a partner to do this quest again with and just simply ask for the item then. Ignoring it and forgetting about it not wishing to allow such thoughts to taint my purpose for helping players out, and that is the simple act of wishing to help them achieve as much as they can while in this game without the fear of death from facing something that they aren't prepared for. I gaze towards my familiar who flies over towards me and nuzzles against me as i pet his head gently with a smile. Well the quest is complete the only thing left to do is really to head back towards Athenea and then just go our separate ways really. I say with a small shrug of my shoulders.

[Pinball 1]

He stifled a sigh. Bloodclot? Why does that sound so badass? Pinball shrugged, raising his eyebrows, taking a few steps backward. Well, there's nothing you can do about it now. He got it fair and square. Pinball gazed about the clearing, half expecting monsters to pour out at all sides, surrounding them. It wouldn't shock him too much. They had fought so many of the lions, Pinball was pumped to finally be able to leave. "That's pretty cool," Pinball finally acknowledged. Is bloodclot an armor thing? If it is, Light Armor or Heavy Armor? Pinball took a second to consider asking the man, but decided against it. It was none of Pinball's concern, and Pinball himself probably wouldn't have been able to find much of a use for it, either. He started to back away from the group with a nod, as Hestia said there was nothing else for them to do beside go their seperate ways. "Yeah," he agreed, "I guess it's time to go. It was fun." 

[Domarus 0]

Hestia's sour appearance was bliss to Domarus, as he enjoyed giving her grief for all the frustrations she caused him.  However he couldn't afford to linger on it and would need to calm her down soon so that she would be less likely to foil his plans.  Rhozarth flies over to Domarus and lands on his shoulder while Keres walks over as well, albeit at a slower and more stable pace. The two players agreed to head back home now and Domarus nodded in agreement.
     "Agreed, though I'll probably just move to a higher floor and grind some monsters if possible.  Two or one at a time unfortunately, due to my lack of energy when using AoE attacks.  If either of you would be interested in joining me I'll split the col reward with you.  If not, then Keres and I will part ways with you once we reach the town teleporting pad."  It was completely tedious but he had no choice.  He needed a guild hall and he needed to get stronger.  So he'd need to fight monsters and gather as much col as he could.  It wouldn't hurt to craft some items and sell them all to a merchant either of course.  At any rate it was one step at a time, and the journey was long since his guild members had yet to show dedication to the guild itself.  Soon though.  Soon enough he'd gain members who would help him grow his empire.

[Hestia 0]

Well for myself i plan to just head home it is getting late and i have enough COL as it is for now, and this quest did give myself quite a good bit even more honestly though with the materials i had gotten i don't need those honestly. I say with a small shrug as i look at the quest given materials as i have off 18 over to Pinball so he can use them within crafting as i gaze towards the red headed player. I then look towards my shield and unequips it and equips my golden fleece to add in a nice luck bonus as i decide to spend the time going back to Athenea being useful in helping out in getting some materials or if i get lucky a chest possibly to find. I gaze around the battlefield area and grins as i find the edge of a chest as i grab that and starts pulling as hard as i can slowly forcing it out of the earth until i fall on my but with a small huff as i hold the chest with a grin. Loot found. I say with a grin glad to have taken Shield's lesson to heart to look for a chest around a defeated boss.

#100433 LD:16+3=19 Chest found

[Pinball 1]

Pinball walked along, secretly wishing he could just run ahead of the two players. It wasn't that he didn't like them; no, he just didn't like being around people period. And besides... Pinball glanced over to Domarus, the armored man. He seemed friendly enough, but there was something about him that didn't seem... Genuine, the word finally came to mind. There was something about the man that set him off. Pinball was reminded of his old rival, Mars, back when they had first met. Mars had acted polite enough, but eventually his true colors had shown, revealing the irritable and pride man Pinball had grown fond of. Pinball looked away, worried and nervous. Is Domarus like that? It was hard to read a man through his helmet. Pinball shook it off. Don't worry about it, he told himself. If he is like that, it might just be like Mars' pride complex. It doesn't mean there's anything wrong with him. Another, more unsettling thought came to mind. Then what has he got to hide? Pinball pushed the thought away. Or maybe you're looking too deep into this. Maybe he is who he seems to be. It was rude to pry into other people's affairs, and Pinball's worried expression made it obvious he was thinking about something he didn't want to. Not for the first time, he was thinking about how horrible it would be if people could actually read his mind. He walked over to Hestia as she pulled out a chest. "Oh, rad." 

[Domarus 0]

As he expected the two wanted to turn in for the day.  When Hestia had and told him that she was set col wise for the moment, he chuckled and said in a friendly and joking manner:
     "If you'd like you could come along for the experience and I could keep the col,"  If she gave any facial reaction or sound that showed she either took it seriously or was annoyed he'd laugh lightly.  Not the kind of evil or devious laugh, but more like a genuine, jolly laugh.  As if he were having a laugh with a friend like any other person.  Of course he was groaning inwardly.  He didn't care about Hestia, he was trying to sway Pinball.  Not all at once of course, but over time.  He was delicate and thus had to be handled accordingly.  What Domarus hadn't realized, nor could he, was that he would soon be given an offer.  An offer that would quite possibly merge their guilds into one larger, stronger one in the days to come.  Hestia then found a treasure chest, which Domarus knew didn't have much but could have some col she might be willing to give him.  Then again she could be her usual self and prevent him from getting anything, or at least enough to be considered useful and he'd have to act like he was fine with that.  Either way he'd get col fast soon enough.

[Hestia 0]

I shrug at the offer Domarus gives not really caring for it that much knowing that as much as i would want to continue grinding for some levels that i will finally take Itzal's advice and relax and not stay late into the day questing and grinding for things. I'm fine Domarus don't worry i can wait till tomorrow for grinding. I'm just gonna go back to my shop to prepare for the concert i will one day play for everyone within Aincrad. Songs don't create themselves you know. I say towards the red headed player with a nod of my head as i look down towards the chest and takes a calming breathe as i take out my sword and puts it into the chest hoping to open it up as best as i will be able to do so. I force the chest open with a grin on my face as i then check to see what i got as the pop up screen opens. I nod my head at the rewards and wastes zero time in giving Pinball the armor since he might be the one who would know the most about who would benefit from a perfect unidentified armor, and possible allies who would need it.

#100437 LD:18 2550 COL, 8 T2 mats,  Perfect unidentified T2 armor, 2 T2 rare consumables.

[Pinball 1]

Surprised, yet happy, Pinball accepted the armor from Hestia. "Thanks, dude," he laughed. After that, Pinball stepped back again, then slowly resumed his walking, eager to get back to his shop. It had been a successful day, and hearing the two talking brought another thing to mind. He turned, then, walking backwards through the forest as he walked, hoping beyond hope he didn't trip over something or ram into anything behind him. Then, he suddenly changed his mind. "Yeah, that was a good quest," he repeated, scratching his head. Lamenting over his empty inventory, he wished he had saved his damage consumables. Pinball considered whether or not using both his damage potion and his damage consumable was a bad idea. With a heavy shrug, Pinball sighed, then started to speed up as he walked, Pinball started to make his way through the forest. "I'm gonna go run ahead, now. I think I'm going to go and eat dinner before night falls." 

[Domarus 0]

As he had expected there wasn't much of a response out of Hestia.  Well, much reaction that is.  Outwardly of course he would respond as if he were a normal individual, chuckling and nodding to what she said.
     "Agreed.  Make sure you save me a ticket when those concerts are a thing ok?  Anything I can do to help, just let me know.  Though funding will be an issue until we can get our guild hall up and running of course."  When Pinball stated that he was going to go ahead and leave he nodded.
     "Of course Pin.  You stay safe alright?  Maybe we can take on another quest together sometime!"  Domarus watched the two leave and head home.  Pinball was more of a mystery, but Hestia would either be thinking of the frontlines, or him and Raven.  Either way he was going to take Raven and Sakoda on a trip.  He wanted them to meet and to see which one was going to be his true successor.  After all, Sakoda hadn't interacted with many others just yet.  And he needed to see if her wild behavior could be triggered by sources outside himself.

Summary

All players receive 6 sp

Domarus receives 5400 col and <<Nemean Fur>> [Light Armor, Tier 2, Uncommon Item]: 'Bloodclot' - A cape made out of the Nemean lion's hide, said to be impervious to the elements and all but the most powerful weapons. (Last Attack reward, on the Lion), 25 T2 Mats

Pinball receives 6400 col, Perfect unidentified T2 armor, 50 T2 Mats (Request by Hestia to give some COL, and Mats she gained from this quest to this player)

Hestia receives 6,950 COL, 2 T2 rare consumables, 8 T2 mats