Nari-Lanreth 0 Posted March 19, 2022 Author #141 Share Posted March 19, 2022 “Are…you saying you don’t want to show me off?” Nari said with a toss of her hair, the indignation in her tone and actions more for show, than any actual insult taken. “And here I thought I was the show piece!” She listened to the explanation of the types of players – far more simple than she would’ve defined, but nothing she could argue about. It left her wondering what exactly the frontliners would be like – she’d met a few, if only briefly in some cases. And then there were those who were aspiring to reach the frontlines, like herself. She thought to her own intentions – did she aspire to become known to others? Or was she only there for a single purpose, willing to stay in the shadows. “Someplace…grand…” Lost in thoughts, she registered the sudden displacement of touch, but barely took in the crabs that NIGHT had obliterated in a single swoop. Her brow had pulled in slightly, the eyebrows cutting slightly downwards as she tried to answer her own question. “What about you…? On the frontlines, you keep a low profile, don’t you?” Almost immediately she followed her question up with her own answer, unsure if it placed her in either category. “I don’t want to become a legend…but I don’t know about being a shadow either. I…want to help lead us out, to take charge…but not because I want to become known for it. I just…want to ensure everyone escapes one day…” Spoiler Word Count: 245 Link to post Share on other sites
NIGHT 0 Posted March 19, 2022 #142 Share Posted March 19, 2022 "hmm." the more their reputations were emphasized, the more night actually considered their destination point. and to believe immediately that her companion would've preferred being touted around on her arm -- night had her reservations about being a comparator, but she could make concessions with that on nari's behalf. “What about you…? On the frontlines, you keep a low profile, don’t you?” "i do." had the crabs been actual threats, perhaps night wouldn't have spoken at all. but with each going out like a light in the dark in the blink of an eye, it felt more like a work out more than proper combat. and night returned a look once the enemies in their immediate vicinity had been erased, giving nari a tilt of her head, curious. "why not? there are those like that who exist amongst the front, anyway. most of the veterans started out the same way." almost like a show of confidence, she waved away cosmic devourer, stepping up towards her ever-mulling partner and taking her hands. "and if you wanted to be something different in the future, we can always work towards that goal of yours together." a bright smile. in that moment, night could hardly settle for anything less. Spoiler > POST ACTION: AOE-I with acc5 + abs acc, bd1 + 5 = 6. bd unnecessary, but stated for verification. ID206432 | bd7 | -> Giant Crab #8 ID206431 | bd3 | -> Giant Crab #7 ID206430 | bd1 | -> Giant Crab #6 ID206429 | bd7 | -> Giant Crab #5 -15 -(2*4) +2+4 = -17 EN 28 * 15 = 420 DMG Giant Crab #5 ~ #8 | HP: 0/420 | DMG: 128 NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 96/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Link to post Share on other sites
Nari-Lanreth 0 Posted March 19, 2022 Author #143 Share Posted March 19, 2022 (edited) “Together.” Nari liked the sound of that. She smiled in kind, returning the glance towards the other as she suddenly clued into the fact that they had come here with the intent of grinding out gear. She blinked once, realising she didn’t even have her spear out yet. “Oops…” Pulling up her menu, she drew forth her weapon, grabbing it as it materialised in her hand. She gave a quick scour of the area, spotting a collection of crab-like creatures in the vicinity, wandering around carelessly. Not ready to be outdone – at least, not yet – she crossed the beach towards them, bringing her spear up as she tossed a smile towards NIGHT. “I guess I should focus on what we’re doing…Although it is hard to focus with that beauty here.” She winked at NIGHT before turning back to her newfound targets. She pulled the spear up, lining it along the top edge of her shield. Before lashing out at one of the crabs, swinging the spear in a wide arc in an attempt to catch all four of the creatures with a single hit. Spoiler Nari-Lanreth | Lv. 32 | P. 10 | HP: 740/740 | EN: 86/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 1 | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 96/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Giant Crab 1 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 2 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 3 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 4 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Round One ID206434 | BD: 8 + 1 - 2 = 7 | Minor Critical | (8+1) x 12 = 96 - 80 = 16 DMG | Stunned ID206435 | BD: 4 + 1 - 2 = 3 | Miss [-2 EN] ID206436 | BD: 1 + 1 - 2 = 0 | Miss [-2 EN] ID206437 | BD: 2 + 1 -2 = 1 | Miss [-2 EN] [3,0,0,0] Nari-Lanreth | Lv. 32 | P. 10 | HP: 740/740 | EN: 69/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 1 | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] [0,0,0,0] NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 96/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Giant Crab 1 | HP: 774/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 | Stunned Giant Crab 2 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 3 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 4 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Spoiler Word Count: 184 Edited March 19, 2022 by Nari-Lanreth Dice roll results Link to post Share on other sites
NIGHT 0 Posted March 19, 2022 #144 Share Posted March 19, 2022 "ah-- hey!!" she balked at the compliment. rude. tips of her ears burning, night whirled around to catch up to nari, feet kicking up sand, the player tasting sea brine as she breathed through gritted teeth. (summer. it reminded her of summer. those long gone days she'd once remembered for being unattainable, the heat of their equator sun overbearing upon their skin, the backdrop of her home, that once fall.) it wasn't until she got close that night realized something off with the enemies she thought she'd just slain. her footsteps slowed, blade forming first before she could pinpoint why they were a threat. "ah-- hey, wait..." a slight discoloration here and there. spines where her harmless variant hadn't carried any. night squinted at them, uncertain at the accuracy of telling a difference, before realizing her aid charging into the fray-- -- and missing almost all of them. the player had forgot about their lesson on consumables. before she dove in, night shouted to the tank, uncertain if it was for her to hear it or for herself to remember -- "remind me to feed you again in a bit? good girl." the last part was a jest. night said it all the same. Spoiler > POST ACTION: AOE-I ID206438 | bd8 +5-2 = 11 | -> Giant Crab #1 | cd: 11 ID206439 | bd2 +5-2 = 5 | -> Giant Crab #2 ID206440 | bd2 +5-2 = 5 | -> Giant Crab #3 ID206441 | bd5 +5-2 = 8 | -> Giant Crab #4 -15 -(2*4) +2+4 = -17 EN 28 * 15 = 420 DMG 420 - 80 = 340 DMG (28+1) * 15 = 435 DMG 435 - 80 = 355 DMG > applying [TXV: 32 (1/3]. ID206442 | md10 | -> Nari ID206443 | md9 | -> Nari ID206444 | md3 +1-1 = 3 | -> NIGHT 210 - 147 = 63 DMG [3,0,0,0] Nari-Lanreth | HP: 614/740 | EN: 69/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 1 | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] [1,0,0,1] NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 79/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA | [ST-B] Giant Crab 1 | HP: 355/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 | Stunned | [TXV: 32 (1/3)] [FRB: 30 (1/2] Giant Crab 2 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 3 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 4 | HP: 460/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Nari-Lanreth 0 Posted March 19, 2022 Author #145 Share Posted March 19, 2022 (edited) ‘Did…she just offer to feed me? I’m keeping this one.’ Her response was hindered by the crabs attacking her, the claws slamming into her and causing her health bar to drop a slight amount – not enough to worry her in truth, but enough that she paused for a moment to consider what she had just gotten herself into. “Uhm…NIGHT! I think I…made a mistake!” She called out in between her dance, dodging a few more failed strikes her way. She slid off to the right side, angling up against the crabs again, deciding that she’d try her luck with another multi-strike attack. She wasn’t expecting the crabs to be so fast, the creatures were definitely a step ahead of what she was used to fighting. ‘I shouldn’t be allowed to aggro…’ In a blur of motion she shot forward, lashing out with her spear, letting it swing towards the collection of crabs. Her shield dropped slightly as she lashed out, trying to catch as many of the creatures as she could, determined to bring their attention on her. Spoiler [3,0,0,0] Nari-Lanreth | Lv. 32 | P. 10 | HP: 629/740 [BH +15] | EN: 73/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 1 | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] [1,0,0,1] NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 79/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Giant Crab 1 | HP: 355/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 0 (1 - 1) | EVA: 2 | Stunned [1/4] | [TXV: 32 (1/3)] [FRB: 30 (1/2] Giant Crab 2 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 3 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 4 | HP: 460/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Round Two ID206445 | BD: 2 + 1 - 2 = 0 | <<Tech-F vs. Giant Crab 1>> | Miss. [-2 EN] ID206446 | BD: 2 + 1 - 2 = 0 | <<Tech-F vs. Giant Crab 2>> | Miss. [-2 EN] ID206447 | BD: 8 + 1 - 2 = 6 | <<Tech-F vs. Giant Crab 3>> | Minor Critical | (8+1) x 12 = 96 - 80 = 16 DMG | Stunned | Frostbite [30 DMG, -1 ACC; 2 turns] ID206448 | BD: 8 + 1 - 2 = 6 | <<Tech-F vs. Giant Crab 4>> | Minor Critical | (8+1) x 12 = 96 - 80 = 16 DMG | Stunned | Frostbite [30 DMG, -1 ACC; 2 turns] [3,0,3,3] Nari-Lanreth | Lv. 32 | P. 10 | HP: 629/740 | EN: 54/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 1 | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] [1,0,0,1] NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 79/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Giant Crab 1 | HP: 355/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 0 (1 - 1) | EVA: 2 | Stunned [1/4] | [TXV: 32 (1/3)] [FRB: 30 (1/2] Giant Crab 2 | HP: 800/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 3 | HP: 784/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 0 (1 - 1) | EVA: 2 | Stunned | Frostbite [30; 0/2] Giant Crab 4 | HP: 444/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 0 (1 - 1) | EVA: 2 | Stunned | Frostbite [30; 0/2] Spoiler Word Count: 178 Edited March 19, 2022 by Nari-Lanreth Dice roll results Link to post Share on other sites
NIGHT 0 Posted March 19, 2022 #146 Share Posted March 19, 2022 much better this time. was nari learning on the fly? it was possible. plus, the fact that they were against larger creatures meant that it should've likelier for the women to strike them. and if night had faltered, she would've liked to blame her gear, but couldn't. sometimes, it really was just getting caught in the wrong situation at the wrong time. night took out the one struck by her tank earlier, before darting over to another that seemed low on health. with two crustaceans taken out, life extinguished leaving behind sparkle trails, the player readied the remainder of her attacks against the other foes. one was already pinned by nari's own art, and so it happened to make for an easy mark. the other that struggled, not so much. getting battered by a giant claw that had physical thorns made her regret taking on cloth as her armor of choice. at least, when she was blown back by a swipe, the sand that caught her was warm to the touch. Spoiler > POST ACTION: AOE-II > FREE ACTION: CONCENTRATION ID206449 | bd4 +5+1-2 = 8 | -> Giant Crab #1 | cd: 12 ID206450 | bd3 +5+1-2 = 7 | -> Giant Crab #2 ID206451 | bd9 | -> Giant Crab #3 ID206452 | bd9 | -> Giant Crab #4 -18 -(2*4) +2+4 = -20 EN 28 * 18 = 504 DMG 504 - 80 = 424 DMG (28+2) * 18 = 540 DMG 540 - 80 = 442 DMG > applying [TXV: 32 (1/3]. ID206453 | md7 +1-1 = 7 | -> NIGHT [0,3] Nari-Lanreth | HP: 629/740 | EN: 54/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 1 | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] [1,2] NIGHT | HP: 894/1104 | EN: 59/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA | [ST-B] Giant Crab 1 | HP: -69/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 | [TXV: 32 (1/3)] [FRB: 30 (1/2] Giant Crab 2 | HP: 376/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 3 | HP: 280/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 0 | EVA: 2 | Stunned | [TXV: 32 (1/3)] [FRB: 30 (1/2] Giant Crab 4 | HP: -60/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 | Stunned | [TXV: 32 (1/3)] [FRB: 30 (1/2] Link to post Share on other sites
Nari-Lanreth 0 Posted March 19, 2022 Author #147 Share Posted March 19, 2022 (edited) “NIGHT!” Nari called out as she saw the girl take a swipe. With two of the creature’s destroyed, and one now immune to the affects of her stunning capabilities, she turned her focus to the creature that had evaded her attacks. NIGHT had managed to take a good portion of its health down, but Nari wasn’t going to take chances with it. She knew that so long as they were still standing, they could be dangerous – and she didn’t like the idea of danger being present towards NIGHT. Growling slightly, she stepped in between the crab and NIGHT, trying to use her physical presence as a deterrent as much as anything else. Lashing out with her spear, she aimed for what would likely be the face of the crab – ugly, but her best mark. The violet glow from her sword art seemed to hover in the air, barely visible unless you knew where to look. Spoiler [0,3] Nari-Lanreth | Lv. 32 | P. 10 | HP: 644/740 [BH +15] | EN: 58/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 1 | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] [1,2] NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 59/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Giant Crab 2 | HP: 376/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 3 | HP: 280/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 0 (1 - 1) | EVA: 2 | Stunned | Frostbite [30; 1/2] Round Three ID206454 | BD: 9 + 1 - 2 = 8 | <<Tech-D vs. Giant Crab 2>> | Minor Critical | (8+1) x 16 = 144 - 60 = 84 DMG | Shatter [-20 MIT; 0/3 turns] [3,3] Nari-Lanreth | Lv. 32 | P. 10 | HP: 644/740 | EN: 45/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 1 | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] [1,2] NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 59/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Giant Crab 2 | HP: 292/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 60 (80-20) | ACC: 0 (1-1) | EVA: 1 (2-1) | Freeze | Frostbite [30; 0/2] Giant Crab 3 | HP: 280/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 0 (1 - 1) | EVA: 2 | Stunned | Frostbite [30; 1/2] Spoiler Word Count: 155 Edited March 19, 2022 by Nari-Lanreth Dice roll results Link to post Share on other sites
NIGHT 0 Posted March 19, 2022 #148 Share Posted March 19, 2022 a smidge of her health lost wasn't such a big deal. given time, her battle healing would rectify that, and she'd ensured it be set in a good position for the time being, too. if only her protector had deemed so. but no mercy for crabs seem to have come. if anything, striking the crab true only afforded night enough time to have gotten to her feet. even more sound was the after effects that had followed -- skimming the ground beneath, her charge towards her assailant from earlier was in nothing short but quick death. the friend that followed it was only courtesy, out of respect for the blow it gave her. (-- as though hunting monsters in aincrad had to be so deep.) when night finally swung out her blade, parting the collection of fragments that emerged from the exploded crab corpse, she let her edge dissipate, turning to nari. a breath held, exhaled. "nice work, partner. shall we get going?" Spoiler > POST ACTION: AOE-I ID206455 | bd4 +5-2 = 7 | -> Giant Crab #2 | cd: 10 ID206456 | bd6 +5-2 = 9 | -> Giant Crab #3 -15 -(2*4) +2+4 = -13 EN 28 * 15 = 420 DMG 420 - 80 = 340 DMG Nari-Lanreth | HP: 644/740 | EN: 45/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 1 | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] NIGHT | HP: 954/1104 | EN: 46/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA | [CONCENTRATION: 2/3] Giant Crab 2 | HP: -48/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 2 Giant Crab 3 | HP: -60/800 | DMG: 210 | MIT: 80 | ACC: 0 | EVA: 2 | Stunned | [TXV: 32 (1/3)] [FRB: 30 (1/2] Link to post Share on other sites
Nari-Lanreth 0 Posted March 19, 2022 Author #149 Share Posted March 19, 2022 (edited) Pulling her spear back into her should, she gave a smile towards NIGHT. “See? Improvements.” Her smile only broadened as she looked back out over the beach. In the distance she could see more of the crab creatures roaming about, and what looked like a few…were those humanoids? She peered for a few moments, but the distance was too great to determine if they were players or not. Shrugging outwardly to herself, she turned her attention back to NIGHT. “Should we…relax a bit? I didn’t bring any swimwear, but laying on the beach for a while can be nice and relaxing too.” Without hesitation she’ll drop to her knees, letting the spear lay gently in the sand beside her – well within reach. “This is nice…a very…beautiful view.” The smirk was throw towards NIGHT, the words a tease, but her eyes gazed across the waterside. The tropical visage gave an almost welcoming feel to it, reminding her of the things she’d heard about the tropics back in the real world. “Is this what home is like for you? In the real world?” Her eyes had glazed over slightly as she thought, the words slipping out without consideration. “I…sorry, that was rude.” Spoiler Word Count: 200 Edited March 19, 2022 by Nari-Lanreth Link to post Share on other sites
NIGHT 0 Posted March 20, 2022 #150 Share Posted March 20, 2022 the woman raised a brow when her companion settled into the sand. "oh? and i thought you wanted to be taken somewhere public to be shown off." but that could wait. night paced over and took a seat by nari. her gaze was cast towards the ocean similarly, before the player sorted through her inventory whilst taking the pause. “This is nice…a very…beautiful view.” her eyes left the interface, glancing towards the other's smirk. almost zoned out -- night's attention darted over to her partner's long hair. still resting her weight upon that hand in her position, her fingers reached out to grab at what strands had pooled closest to her. she muttered, flushed without thinking. "i'd say..." and she maintained her absentmindedness whilst searching for the items she wanted to find. only distracted by the question once she'd pulled out a creme brulee, the dessert forming in her readied hand once her menus closed. night looked around, trying to find some semblance of her answer in the environment. the tropics? the atmosphere? she wasn't quite sure which to address. "no, it's fine." her fingers toyed with the spoon their snack came with, as the player struggled for an answer. "but i hate to deny. most of where i'm from is filled with skyscrapers and city lights, with rows upon rows of apartment buildings." she nodded towards the scenery. "only tourists or the wealthy get to experience those joys. and, while accessible, we're often kept away from taking joy from those simple pleasures. i never got out to the beach much, myself." her metal spoon jabbed at the crystal shell of her creme brulee. once it had been splintered into shards, she offered a spoonful of custard to her aid. and the player whispered, calling for attention. "nari. here." Spoiler NIGHT | HP: 994/1104 | EN: 47/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA | [CONCENTRATION: 3/3] > giving [Crème Brûlée (1) | ACCURACY II] to nari. Link to post Share on other sites
Nari-Lanreth 0 Posted March 20, 2022 Author #151 Share Posted March 20, 2022 Nari closed her eyes as she felt the hands running through her hair, the sensation bringing shivers to her. The smile, barely visible, bespoke of the comfort the touch had brought on. The comfort was so overpowering, that she at first didn’t realise that NIGHT was actually answering her question. “Skyscrapers…mmm…I’m happy where I come from…it’s the perfect balance. A smaller city, but an escape to nature…” Her eyes flashed open as the hands left her hair, leaving her somewhat disappointed. The euphoria still had a hold of her, and without thinking she continued her thoughts aloud. “You should come visit one day, when we’re out of here…” Her name being called brought her entirely out of her haze, and her eyes shifted to find the food being held aloft for her. Without hesitation she leaned over and gently ate off the spoon, before leaning her head on NIGHT’s shoulder. ‘So peaceful, here…’ Spoiler >Crème Brûlée (1) | ACCURACY II consumed lovingly. Spoiler Word Count: 153 Link to post Share on other sites
NIGHT 0 Posted March 20, 2022 #152 Share Posted March 20, 2022 the woman only burned slightly at the talk of getting out of aincrad. to visit? to already be considering it? either nari was an optimist or had a one track mind. and as though she'd forgotten who she was spending time with, night gaped, coming up empty, before leaning back at the incoming touch. it didn't matter which option from above it was going to be. though night wondered if she was ever going to get used to thinking about the future, considering their escape as real -- even if she knew it was inevitable. it still seemed so far away. the player hummed, lazily taking a spoonful of that dessert, too, before she recalled what she'd wanted to say. and all tire from her voice left her as she straightened her back. "you just took a consumable," night announced. as though on cue, the tiny custard bowl in her hand disintegrated. "well? how's it feel? want to go test how well you do now that you're more likely to hit better?" Spoiler NIGHT | HP: 1034/1104 | EN: 134/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Link to post Share on other sites
Nari-Lanreth 0 Posted March 20, 2022 Author #153 Share Posted March 20, 2022 (edited) “NIGHT…I’ve taken consumables before. But yours tastes good.” She gave the girl a nudge with her head before pulling herself up. Stretching slightly, she’ll offer a hand towards NIGHT, as if offering to pull the girl to her feet. “Sure, should we…maybe find something a little bit easier though?” Looking around the beach, she’ll spot a couple of creatures at the edge of the water, nodding at them to get NIGHT’s attention. Once she was sure the girl had noticed, she’ll make her way across the beach towards the trio, pulling her shield up as she went. ‘Let’s do this, then.’ She glanced back briefly to make sure NIGHT had followed, before lining up the three creatures. Giving a soft breath, she’ll dash forward at the last moment, swinging outwards with the spear in an attempt to catch all three with the tip – hoping to draw as much attention to herself as she could, and hoping that the consumable made a difference in her performance. Spoiler Nari-Lanreth | Lv. 32 | P. 10 | HP: 740/740 | EN: 86/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 3 (1+2) | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 134/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Mermaid 1 | HP: 600/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 Mermaid 2 | HP: 600/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 Mermaid 3 | HP: 600/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 Round One ID206470 | BD: 5 + 3 = 8 | <<Tech-F vs. Mermaid 1>> | Hit | 8 x 12 = 88 - 75 = 13 DMG | Stunned ID206471 | BD: 8 + 3 = 11 | <<Tech-F vs. Mermaid 1>> | Minor Critical | (8+1) x 12 = 108 - 75 = 33 DMG | Frostbite [30 DMG, -1 ACC; 0/2] | Stunned ID206472 | BD: 7 + 3 = 10 | <<Tech-F vs. Mermaid 1>> | Hit | 8 x 12 = 88 - 75 = 13 DMG | Stunned [3,3,3] Nari-Lanreth | Lv. 32 | P. 10 | HP: 740/740 | EN: 72/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 3 (1+2) | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] [0,0,0] NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 134/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Mermaid 1 | HP: 587/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned Mermaid 2 | HP: 567/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned | Frostbite [30 DMG, -1 ACC; 0/2] Mermaid 3 | HP: 587/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned Spoiler Word Count: 165 Edited March 20, 2022 by Nari-Lanreth Dice Rolls Link to post Share on other sites
NIGHT 0 Posted March 20, 2022 #154 Share Posted March 20, 2022 "easier is nice. easiest is best for grinding." she hauled herself up from the sand, grabbing onto nari's hand as she rose. a scout towards the horizon, and night called for her blade, pacing after her lead without complaint. mermaids? she wasn't too certain of the enemies from her distance, having not closed the gap, but they did seem fairly humanoid. upon hesitation, allowing her companion to charge into battle, the player did observe the increase in aim. so it'd worked -- and here she was worried a tank's accuracy couldn't be helped. the sigh of relief that passed through her lips was quickly cut off, night pulling her weapon up for a strike, tip pointed at her opponents. a dash, the woman rushing into the fray. three quick cuts made short work of their health, especially after the stun that landed. not enough to push them into the red, but enough to ensure their demise soon enough. night danced on one foot, facing her opponents with a quick turn, before rounding them, edge extended. she paced around the group, waiting for another opening from nari. Spoiler > POST ACTION: AOE-I ID206473 | bd10 | -> Mermaid #1 ID206474 | bd7 +5-1 = 11 | -> Mermaid #2 ID206475 | bd6 +5-1 = 10 | -> Mermaid #3 -15 -(2*3) +2 = -19 EN 28 * 15 = 420 DMG 420 - 75 = 345 DMG (28+3) * 15 = 465 DMG 465 - 75 = 390 DMG > applying [TXV: 32 (1/3)] Mermaid #1 | HP: 165/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned | [TXV: 32 (1/3)] Mermaid #2 | HP: 192/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned | Frostbite [30 DMG, -1 ACC; 1/2] Mermaid #3 | HP: 242/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned [3,3,3] Nari-Lanreth | HP: 740/740 | EN: 72/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 3 (1+2) | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] [2,1,1] NIGHT | HP: 1094/1104 | EN: 115/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Link to post Share on other sites
Nari-Lanreth 0 Posted March 20, 2022 Author #155 Share Posted March 20, 2022 (edited) Her first strike had been more than successful, and she felt herself flush a little at the thought that NIGHT’s theory had been proven right, almost immediately. She gave a look at the woman, before setting herself back up to strike. She knew there wasn’t much point in doing anything offensive, but she also knew that she needed to pull her weight in the fight – not just stand by and let the other handle everything. Determined to do something of use, she set her shield and spear, considering her options. She knew she wouldn’t be able to stun them again – her first strike had been too effective in that regard – and so she tossed her AoE attack aside for the moment. Besides, she didn’t expect to be able to land a worthwhile hit on them all, again. ‘Right, let’s shatter some defences then. That should prove useful…I think.’ She gave herself a quick nod, before rushing forwards and thrusting her spear outwards. Spoiler [3,3,3] Nari-Lanreth | Lv. 32 | P. 10 | HP: 740/740 | EN: 76/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 3 (1+2) | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] [0,0,0] NIGHT | HP: 1094/1104 | EN: 115/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Mermaid 1 | HP: 165/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned Mermaid 2 | HP: 192/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned | Frostbite [30 DMG, -1 ACC; 0/2] Mermaid 3 | HP: 242/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned Round Two ID206518 | BD: 7 + 3 - 1 = 9 | <<Tech-D vs. Mermaid 3>> | Hit | 8 x 16 = 128 - 55 = 73 DMG | Shatter [-20 MIT] [3,3,3] Nari-Lanreth | Lv. 32 | P. 10 | HP: 740/740 | EN: 64/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 3 (1+2) | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] [0,0,0] NIGHT | HP: 1094/1104 | EN: 115/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Mermaid 1 | HP: 165/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned Mermaid 2 | HP: 192/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned | Frostbite [30 DMG, -1 ACC; 0/2] Mermaid 3 | HP: 169/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned Spoiler Word Count: 162 Edited March 20, 2022 by Nari-Lanreth Dice Rolls Link to post Share on other sites
NIGHT 0 Posted March 20, 2022 #156 Share Posted March 20, 2022 reliability lead to leniency. and, as night observed, she would be able to afford it for herself, the art used as non-transitory the way the woman cut through the crowd of swarming mermaids. from one end to the other, sliding around the trio in an arc, that white flash of light took out each opponent one at a time. when they shattered, only a reverberated and filtered echo could've been heard, and the player pulled herself back together, flourishing her weapon with a swing. though it wasn't in her nature to take on enemies with more stats, they could afford to now with less hesitancy if they so chose. meeting eyes with nari, night shot her partner a thumbs up and a small grin. "and you shouldn't be afraid of using them," she explained, "limited as they seem." and the player thought it best to keep the rationale of restraint only to herself for the time being. a few paces over, and she joined the tank by her side. Spoiler > POST ACTION: AOE-I > FREE ACTION: CONCENTRATION ID206527 | bd4 +5+1-1 = 10 | -> Mermaid #1 ID206528 | bd5 +5+1-1 = 11 | -> Mermaid #2 ID206529 | bd8 | -> Mermaid #3 -15 -(2*3) +2+4 = -15 EN 28 * 15 = 420 DMG 420 - 75 = 345 DMG (28+1) * 15 = 435 DMG 435 - 75 = 360 DMG > applying [TXV: 32 (1/3)] Mermaid #1 | HP: -180/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned | [TXV: 32 (1/3)] Mermaid #2 | HP: -153/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned | Frostbite [30 DMG, -1 ACC; 1/2] Mermaid #3 | HP: -118/600 | DMG: 198 | MIT: 75 | ACC: 1 | EVA: 1 | BLD: 30 | Stunned Nari-Lanreth | HP: 740/740 | EN: 64/86 | DMG: 8 | MIT: 147 | ACC: 3 (1+2) | REC: 8 | EVA: 0 | LD: 0 | STH: -5 | THORNS [72 DMG] | FROSTBITE [30 DMG] | Battle Healing [+15] NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 100/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Link to post Share on other sites
Nari-Lanreth 0 Posted March 21, 2022 Author #157 Share Posted March 21, 2022 “Well, I don’t think I need to be afraid of using them, so long as you’re around.” She gave NIGHT a wink as she slumped against her spear, taking a moment to catch her breath, and to allow her muscles to relax a bit. It had been some time since she’d engaged in this much fighting all at once, and she was wondering if she’d been getting lazy as of late. ‘May need to change that, now…no time like the present, right?’ “Another quick break?” She didn’t even wait for a response before collapsing to the ground, letting her spear fall beside her. Closing her eyes, she waited for the other to join her, basking in the sunlight and enjoying the sound of the water crashing against the beachhead. “Should we hit something harder?” She asked, smiling without opening her eyes. She was jesting, mostly. But she wasn’t sure if NIGHT would pick up on the humour or not. ‘And if she takes me up on it, well, then maybe we can practice that counter ability…or just tanking heavier in general! Either or, I guess. Or both. Both.’ Spoiler Word Count: 188 Link to post Share on other sites
NIGHT 0 Posted March 21, 2022 #158 Share Posted March 21, 2022 "--tired already?" a tilt of her head. perhaps it was moving in such heavy armor that was causing the exhaustion. or perhaps nari hadn't rested as well as they'd figured before. night watched the tank drop to the ground, almost abruptly, that concern glazing over her expression. as she knelt, her hand reached out to grab that weapon, sinking its end into the sand. "are you doing okay over there?" “Should we hit something harder?” and after such a fall? part of night wanted to stick out her tongue at that question. instead, she rolled her eyes, half-smiling, giving the woman a playful punch on her shoulder. the player wondered if it could've been felt at all. "there. i did my job." a chuckle, before night got to her feet again. the player left nari's spear laid by her side, easily within reach, before taking a few steps away from her companion. "take as long as you need," she returned over her shoulder, a few lesser crabs spotted in the distance. "the beach isn't going to clean itself up." "--though, if you did want to relax, there is a place specific just a bit away from here." Spoiler > POST ACTION: AOE-I with acc5 + abs acc, bd1 + 5 = 6. bd unnecessary, but stated for verification. ID206536 | bd7 | -> Giant Crab #12 ID206535 | bd7 | -> Giant Crab #11 ID206534 | bd10 | -> Giant Crab #10 ID206533 | bd1 | -> Giant Crab #9 -15 -(2*4) +2+4 = -17 EN 28 * 15 = 420 DMG Giant Crab #9 ~ #12 | HP: 0/420 | DMG: 128 NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 83/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 1 | TXV: 32 | LD: 12 | QLTY: 2 | PROSP: 4 | BH: 60 | AA Link to post Share on other sites
Nari-Lanreth 0 Posted March 21, 2022 Author #159 Share Posted March 21, 2022 “A specific place, nearby you say? Why are we standing around?” She leapt to her feet, picking up her spear and making her way towards NIGHT with a large grin. She watched for a moment as the crabs exploded, before making her way past NIGHT – stopping only to have made sure that the girl was okay. She made it about a half dozen steps before she realised she had no idea where she was going. “Uhm…this way, right?” Turning she’ll cast a smile shyly at NIGHT as she pointed in the direction she was heading. Her spear leaned against her shoulder, she eyed up another creature she had spotted in the distance – this one far larger, and far more dangerous looking than the crabs and mermaids she had dealt with thus far. “Hey, NIGHT? See that giant looking serpent thing…? Think we can take it?” Her eyes will hover on the creature as she considers the chances, knowing it was likely far more dangerous than anything else they’d come into contact with yet. She knew that grinding was supposed to be taking on the easier groups of enemies that they could defeat with a single blow or less, but… “It looks so tempting…” Spoiler Word Count: 203 Link to post Share on other sites
NIGHT 0 Posted March 21, 2022 #160 Share Posted March 21, 2022 "yeah, it is. i... huh?" wait, what was that thing? some sort of miniscule field boss, or a dungeon one, that scrambled out of wherever it was hiding to begin with? night blinked empty upon noticing it, before making a quick change of her equipment. this wasn't just grinding any more, given their target. more like a challenge. "... give me a sec." on any given day, the player couldn't be bothered with challenges such as these. and yet... “It looks so tempting…” she examined the single crystal in her hand. the last of her incarcerations. half considered if she'd need to reserve it for a point in the future. "hey, nari," night called. "you said you had a friend that was knew how to make songs, right?" then as long as she could source for her music as necessary, the question of quantity wouldn't be a problem for her. her executioner's tip tapped across sand as night strolled up to her tank's side. a light bumping of shoulders, and the player gestured towards the mark. "whenever you're ready." Spoiler > equipment changing: Jack's Executioner BLIGHT (32, -20MIT), BLEED (48), FROSTBITE (40, -1ACC), STATIC (40, 24 SPLASH) Tracksuit of Unfathomable Fashionability MIT (24), LM II Silver Crescent Necklace ACC II, EVA II > stat block updating: NIGHT | HP: 1104/1104 | EN: 84/134 | DMG: 28 | ACC: 5 | EVA: 3 | LM: 2 | BLI: 32/-20MIT | BLD: 48 | FRB: 40/-1ACC | STC: 40/24 | TXV: 32 | LD: 9 | BH: 60 | Stealth Rating: 6 Link to post Share on other sites
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