[PP-F05] The Sharkbait Training Program: Now Under New Management! <<Bloodstained Land>>

Wulfrin · November 14

For the first time in a while, Wulfrin found himself returning to the sandy streets of Fortaleza on floor 5. His last trip had seen him paying an old rival of his a visit. There was a prized griffon that was slaughtered. They weren't on the best of terms. Wulfrin casually walked through the streets looking like a standard street rat, a real diamond in the rough kind of vibe. He approached the familiar beaded curtain of Abdullah paying no head to the countless disguised thugs that no doubt hid in plain sight amongst the standard NPC guards waiting for him to show his true face. As he ducked into the tent, his disguise dissipated into the shadows near him. Abdulla's greedy smile practically vanished as Wulfrin sat acroos a wooden coffee table from him.

"You've got some nerve showing your face in my presence." Abdullah mocked as he waved off his attendant. "Where's your shadowy friend?"

"Sorry to disappoint you," Wulfrin smirked. "I'm afraid it's just me today. Besides, I'm only here on formality. I'd prefer not to have to deal with your rather poor business practices. OSHA would have a field day auditing you."

Wulfrin stood and made his way to the curtain once again. "I came. We talked. Requirement met. I'm gunna go clear your Sand Shark problem and let me be very clear. If you send more goons after me, your payroll is only going to get shorter and shorter. Best not try. Ciao." As he stepped back into the streets, his charcoal leather armor and coat were replaced by the same generic clothing he had been wearing when he first entered. Not far from Abdullah's residence was an abandoned store front. It was a small cafe of sorts, only one table and four chairs remained. As he passed the now open door, he flipped over a sign hanging where the open sign once rested.

Sharkbait Training Program

Now Under New Management.

To join a party, inquire within.

With a sigh. he kicked back in his chair and waved his hand producing an assortment of cupcakes that could feed a portion of a raid party. Wulfrin let his form return to normal. His phoenix familiar, Solaris fluttered to rest on the counter across the room and fell into a short nap. Wulfrin was tempted to do the same, but one of them had to be awake to welcome any players that may want to join. Wulfrin pulled out a small set of tools that he usually carried on him and he began to work on a small knife project of his.

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Note: Custom Skill: Shades of the Gemini is active. If any player objects to this, they should note such in their first post and it will be considered innactive.

Wulfrin Consumes:

Accuracy 2 Consumed [Filled] - Celestial Swirl Cupcake Platter | T1 Rare Feast | ACC II | ID: 237389 | takes one portion shares the rest with party (5/6) portions remaining.
Evasion 2 Consumed - Smores
Protein 2 Consumed - Skewer Roll
Mitigation 3 Consumed - Bingsu
Toxic Venom 3 Consumed - Kintsugi
Matriarch’s Stinger 1 Consumed
Damage 3 Consumed - Ass Kicking Absinthe
Elven Armor Salve 1 Consumed
Field Rations 1 Consumed

Loot Die 3 Consumed - Gelato
Prosperity 3 Consumed - Mousse

Wulfrin | HP: 829/829 | EN: 108/108 | DMG: 26 | MIT:98 | ACC: 9 | AA | EVA: 2 (+1 CS) | BH:27 | REC: 8 | FRB: 40 | TXC-V: 32 | FRZ: 64 | LD:6 | PROSP:3 | ELF-S | STNG [x1]

Skills and Full Stat Block

Spoiler

"Name: Wulfrin
True Tier: 5
Level: 33
Paragon Level: 13
HP: 829/829
EN: 108/108

Stats:
Damage: 26
Mitigation: 98
Accuracy: 8
Evasion: 2
Battle Healing: 27
Loot Die: 6
Stealth Rating: -2
AA REC: 8
FRB: 40 TXC-V: 32
FRZ: 64
ELF-S STNG [x1]

Combat Mastery:
- Combat Mastery: Damage R3

Combat Shift:
- TECH Shift

Familiar Skill:
- Rending Familiar

Custom Skill:
- Shades of the Gemini

Skills:
- Battle Healing R3
- Charge
- Energist
- Light Armor R5
- Searching R3
- Straight Sword R5

Extra Skills:
- Disguise
- Forgotten King's Authority
- Survival
- Meditation

Inactive Extra Skills:
- Frozen Hide
- Brawler

Addons:
- Focus
- Precision
- Resolve
- Stamina

Mods:
- Meticulous
- Night Vision

Inactive Mods:

Battle Ready Inventory:
- Imugi's Inspiration | Mass Healing x5
- Popcorn | T4 Vitality 2 x5
- TP Crystals x5

Housing Buffs:
- Basic Kitchen: Increase the effectiveness of a single food item consumed in a thread by +1 T1 slot. This can exceed normal Cook enhancement caps. Ex: A perfect T2 MIT food gives 35 MIT instead of 30.
- Storage Closet: +1 Battle Ready Inventory Slot
- Living Room: Increases out of combatHP regen by (5 * Tier HP) and decreases full energy regen to 2 Out of Combat Posts.
- Attic (Storage): +5% bonus col from monster kills and treasure chests
- Basement: Gain +1 to LD, Stealth Rating, Stealth Detection, or Prosperity to one post in a thread. Can be applied after a roll
- Master Bedroom: -1 energy cost for the first three expenditures of each combat
- Master Bathroom: The first time you would suffer DoT damage in a thread, reduce damage taken from DoT each turn by 25% (rounded down)
- Extended Workshop: +2 Crafting EXP per crafting attempt and +1 crafting attempt per day
- Ornate Fishing Pond: +2 Fishing EXP per Attempt and additional +1 LD & CD to fishing attempts.
- Dining Hall: Turn 3 identical food items (same quality, tier, & enhancements) into a Feast. A Feast contains 6 portions of the food items sacrificed. Feasts created this way cannot be used outside of the thread they are created. Limit 1 item created per thread.
- Mega Slime Farm: +10% EXP to a thread. Limit one use per month. Must be used on a player's first post in a thread. Cooldown begins counting down when used in a post.

Guild Hall Buffs:
- Treasury: +5% bonus col from last-hit monster kills and +10% bonus col from treasure chests.

Scents of the Wild Totem:

Wedding Ring:

Crafting Profession:
- Blacksmith[1896exp] R8
Gathering Profession:
- Fishing[509exp] R5"

Edited November 14 by Wulfrin

Ares-49789 · November 14

So that was the fifth floor uh? Ares had just teleported in the sandy town and he was not one to comment about the places he visited when roaming Aincrad, especially after having just been to a dock with low maintenance. Ares yawned as he took the guide of the beta testers from his inventory to check it out once last time, if he was not mistaken he'd have to do the Sharkbait training mission and for that he needed to talk with some guy named Abdullah who could be found in his own residence, well, it was his time to look for the guy and start the mission, maybe even get someone to do the mission with, yeah, that sounded like something fun to do, he had been quite the solo player since starting his journey towards the top of the floating castle, To his surprise, it was easier to find the man named Abdullah by following the guide than expected

"Hello, I'm here to do something about some sharks?" He said as he entered the building, the man in question was just there, sitting by a tea table. He still couldn't believe he was looking for sharks in a place such as the fifth floor which was pretty much a desert

"I guess you'd have come to the right place if a few minutes ago some pest hadn't taken it from me" He said, Ares just looked at him with his eyes half closed

"What do you mean?" He asked

"What I mean is that you have to look for a shadowy looking guy who took the mission and tell him to go duck himself" Ares just couldn't help but let out a snort before heading out, he had to look for a man that had stolen something from an NPC, that didn't look that hard especially when barely a few streets down away he found an old looking cafe with a sign that said

Sharkbait Training Program

Now Under New Management.

To join a party, inquire within.

If he had ever seen one, he'd say that the one who had taken the mission away from Abdullah was inside, and he needed to do the mission, so he'd have to inquire inside the shop about it

"Good morning" He said as he entered the cafe, approaching the only other soul that was present in the place "I am looking for the Sharkbait Training Program and the NPC told me to look for you?" Ares was nervous, it was not everyday he had to talk to someone and he was rusty, still he wanted to make friends if possible and that guy? He seemed like he was not only a player, but a high level one at that, He stayed still, not moving but in front of the table, during his time in the town of the fist floor he had seen a couple high level players, but still regarded them as something far more important than him, and as such, he had to respect them as much as possible, sitting in their table uninvited would be rude

Spoiler

Ares-49789

Lvl: 4 | HP: 80/80 | EN 26/26 | DMG: 5 | ACC: 2 | MIT: 36 | STH: -1

Skills

Heavy Armor (R3): 24MIT
Mace Skill (R1): +3 DMG

Inventory

Consumables:
- x3 Starter Healing Potion (50HP)
- x5 Big Bertha Braciole T1 Rare Vitality Consumable (Snack)
- Zachariah's special drought | Tierless Perfect HP recovery potion

T1 Unidentified rare consumables IDs: 237610a, 237610b

Kiyabu Hisao · November 14

After successfully completing “The First Few Lessons" With the helpful assistance from a more seasoned player, Who simply wanted to help new players in this Beginner friendly task. Kiyabu made sure to send them a friend request, Because he didn't know that many people in this game yet. So this knightness would be the first of many new friends. At the same time, A fellow new player interrupted their conversation. But Kiyabu and his friend didn't really mind, As they listened attentively to his self introduction. After getting to know each other, What originally was a duo party. Slowly evolved into a trio party, Who went on this long and drawn out quest to find the loan recipient for Dorian.

With the completion of that quest, The three friends would eventually part ways. However, They made sure to stay in contact. So if one of them wanted to hang out or go on a quest, They could arrange a meeting place. But for the time being, Kiyabu decided to go explore the upper floors. Because he needed to grow stronger, To avoid being a hindrance to his party members in the future. “Hm.. It should be on this floor right..” He mumbled, While reading through the newbie handbook. Which his friend suggested looking at, Since it can help him find quests and other information. “If this information is accurate, The NPC.. That I'm looking for is beyond this beaded curtain.” As Kiyabu reached out his left hand to brush the curtain aside, While taking in the sight of countless disguised thugs. But the reason he was in such a place, Was to meet Abdullah.

Since this would be their very first interaction, Neither of them were hostile. But Kiyabu felt this air of arrogance from Abdullah, However it didn't concern him much. Because he was only here to gather information on the field boss, While meeting the quest requirements to start it. “Um.. Hello, I've heard that you're having Shark problem?” As those words left his lips, Abdullah expressed that he indeed had such a problem. “Just like the guy before you.. If you were here a few minutes faster, Then you might have been able to accept the quest.. But it was stolen by a bothersome pest, Should you still want it.. I would suggest tracking that shadowy guy down..” Abdullah explained. ‘Hm.. I didn't know you could steal a quest from an NPC.. But I can't just let it go.. Because I need the levels..’ He thought to himself. “Alright, I'll track this individual down and complete the quest.. At the same time.”

Upon leaving Abdullah's residence, Kiyabu started to scan his surroundings in hopes of finding some clue on this other player and shadowy individual. “Ha?” Eventually, He spots an abandoned storefront with a very peculiar signage. “Sharkbait Training Program is now under new management.. To join a party, inquire within.” Whilst reading, he heard a nervous voice inside. ‘This must be where that shadowy guy took the quest.’ He thought, Before entering the cafe. “Hello.. I'm looking for the guy who took the quest <Sharkbait Training Program> from Abdullah a few minutes ago..” Kiyabu asked rather bluntly, While taking a few more steps inside. ‘Hm!’ At that moment, He noticed the clear difference in levels. Between him and Wulfrin, Who was leagues above him. ‘Wait..’ However, Kiyabu vaguely remembered a similar name mentioned by the knightness. He met during <The First Few Lessons>. ‘No.. It couldn't be.. could it?’

Spoiler

Kiyabu Hisao

Level: 4

HP 80/80

Energy: 31/31

Stats:

Damage 7

Mitigation 18

Evasion 1

Accuracy 3 [+2 From the Cupcake]

LD: 1

Equipped Gear:

Weapon: Rasaka Fang: [T1/Perfect/Dagger] (Damage 3)

Armor: Gye's Armor [T1/Perfect/L.A] (Mitigation 2, Evasion 1)

Phantom Mask [T1/Perfect/Trinket] Accuracy 3

Skills:

<<Dagger>> Skill [Rank 1]

Passive

Effect: At Rank 1, gain +3 DMG.

<<Light Armour>> Skill [Rank 1]

Passive

Effect: Gain mitigation based on your rank in the Light Armor skill. Must have Light Armor equipped to benefit from this skill (Vanity Armor counts towards this requirement). Benefits of this skill do not stack with multiple equipped pieces of Light Armor. May only benefit from one armor skill at a time.

<<Energist>> Skill [Rank 1]

Passive

Effect: Add (5 * Tier) to your total energy.

<<Searching>>Skill [Rank 1]

Passive

Effect: Effect: +1 LD per rank. +1 to Stealth Detection per rank.

Extra Skils:

Mods:

Battle Ready Inventory:

(3) Starter Healing Potions (Heals 50 HP)

- 1 Tier One Damage Potion of Uncommon quality. (+1 Damage)

- 1 Tier One Over-Health Potion of Special quality. (+50 HP to maximum HP for remainder of thread)

Edited November 18 by Kiyabu Hisao
Correcting some mistakes.

Wildfire · November 15

Waking with a thud in the small room of the inn they called home. Echo found themself in a pile on the floor, tangled in the knot that at one point could have been called a blanket. Untangling themself was a chore but not too crazy. No, the hard part was going to be to get their hair to sit right.

I really need to get myself a mirror

They think to themself as they make the bed and sit down. Doing their best to tame the mane of auburn curls that adorned their head they put on their Coveralls.

I guess it is finally time to see how the new gear works. Are you supposed to go looking for mobs on the floor equal to your level? That would make logical sense right? I am pretty sure the level cap is somewhere near 100 but I don't have very many points of reference to go off so I am probably wrong. Maybe I can find a group to work with, that was the goal I set the other day right?

Echo could feel the anxiety building in their chest at the thought of that much interaction with others. They flop backwards onto the bed in exasperation, their head in their hands.

“Oh if you cant even overcome this then you will get nowhere”

Taking a deep breath they sit back up and check their equipment

“Looks like everything is in order.” Standing they unbutton their navy blue jumpsuit, tying the arms around their waist like one might a hoodie, revealing a white tunic that seems to be stained with some kind of grease or oil. They lace their brown lineman's boots that come up to just below the green patches on their knees, the pants tucked into the boots like they used to for work. Going down to the ground floor of the meager inn, waving at the bartender as they leave.

I still have time to do my normal routine I think, oh I should probably not do it in these shoes though huh? So an early start to the day then.

Walking towards the teleporter was agony with every step, thoughts of catastrophe swam in Echo’s mind at every turn.

We can't let it get the better of you. We have our new armor and a bunch of new skills. We are more prepared for this than we have been before. And what is the worst case scenario anyways? We can alway run away if things get really dire. Here let's look at it this way, if we can't find someone to join in a group with we will call it for today and that will be that.

Stepping up onto the raised teleport dais Echo announces “Floor 5” and in a blink they are somewhere new.

The oppressive heat of the sun beats down on them as soon as they open their eyes.

Alright I guess I should have done more research before I made this decision. I guess its not too dissimilar from summers at home, or maybe Arazona? I never did make it that far west

Stepping off of the dais they equip a straw hat to keep the sun off their neck and begin walking through the new town taking in the sights.

Crazy that in all of this time, this is my first foray off of floor 1, heck I barely even left the town of beginnings before the last few days… Well other than to do my morning run but I am not sure that counts.

They take their time walking through the town stopping at any spot they see that seems interesting. Not least of which catches their eye is an old shack, seemingly falling apart at the seams. The sign on the door was ominous to say the least.

This is a trap right? Like this is what my ma always talked about, there is no way this is anything more than that… They are asking for help though and it is kind of what I was looking for, I just never thought I would find a literal sign though. Okay Echo, just walk in there, let them know that you want to take them up on the offer, it's only going to be, what, one person? You can talk to one person, it's not like you are going to be so off putting that they send you away the moment you walk in. Deep breaths, that is what it takes.

Taking the opportunity while their confidence was at all elevated, they reach for the door, turning the handle until it clicks. They hesitate for but a moment before slowly opening the door. Looking in they see, not one but three people in various states of armor around a table. Those who care to look, see the already incredibly short individual somehow seem to shrink into their own skin as they confront the reality of choices they have made.

Oh I can't do this, they probably want someone more proficient then me, I should really go and find a different group. Look that one is working on a knife actively like some kind of crime boss. I am in way over my head.

In a meek voice that would be pleasantly singsong like if not for the sheer amount of strain that it took to produce the sound in the beginning. “H-hello, I am Wildfire and I am here to inquire about the sign on the door?”

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WC: 918

Stats & Equipment

Spoiler

HP 100 | EN 28 | 3 DMG | 3 ACC| MIT 4 | 3 EVA | 10HP/rnd BH | LD +2 | Chest LD +1

Skills

Battle Healing R1

Polearms R1

Cloth Armor R1

Lockpicking R1

Search R2

Mods

Night Vision

Worn Equipment:
Coveralls

- Cloth Armor [Perfect]

- 3 EVA

Initiates Draw

-Guandao [Perfect]

- 3 ACC

Battle Ready Inventory

[4] Crystal of the Blood Dragon Horde

- Mass HP recovery 10%
[1] Starter Healing Potion

Edited November 15 by Wildfire
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Wulfrin · November 15

Having merely been set up for about an hour, Wulfrin was surprised to see three players wander into his meager little set up. Solaris perked up at the entrance of these unfamiliar faces, but sensing no danger, made little effort to move towards them.

"So," Wulfrin straightened himself up to be as professional as he could. "Two of you seem to have spoken with Abdullah. Let me be perfectly clear. The dude has been a thorn in my side since I was first walked through this quest in the same manner I'll be doing for you. Trust me when I say it's best you steer clear of him. Dude has a superiority complex. Bad news."

Wulfrin then waved his hand gesturing to the assortment of cupcakes decorating the small table.

"Please dig in," Wulfrin said as he made his way to a run down chalkboard and retrieved a singular piece of chalk from his inventory. "The cupcakes are curtosey of Fondante's Inferno, my wife Knightessciela's shop up on Floor 22. My name is Wulfrin, frontline DPS, Tech specialist, and more importantly today: the sharkbait."

He began to decorate the run down chalkboard with a series of drawings and marks similar to a sports playbook. With his visual aid finished, he turned his attention back to the three players.

"It is very important that you follow my instructions," Wulfrin said as he drew his blade from his scabbard. The silvery blue blade trailed by a frigid mist that chilled even the scorching heat of Floor 5 became a makeshift pointer as Wulfrin continued his mission briefing. "Our target is this big guy here, a massive shark with legs called Terra Firma. It is of the upmost importance you do not engage the beast until I give the signal to do so. This beastie CAN and WILL kill you in one hit if you pull it's agro off of me. It doesn't have an AOE attack, so there is little risk to anyone but me. After I give the signal that it's safe to engage, lay into it. If you have your weapon skill unlocked, I highly recommend using your Sword Arts. You're unlikely to bite through it's armor until I stack a few shatters on it, but the main goal is exploiting its weak points. If any of us can manage that, not only will we kill the thing faster, but it will activate its unique skill and thus award it to our group on it's death."

Mission briefing completed, Wulfrin returned his icy blade to its scabbard at his hip.

"We'll take this time to get acquainted with one another," Wulfrin said as he returned to his seat at the table. "The cupcakes will make it a bit easier to hit Terra Firma. Other than that though, I'm open to any questions you may have. Once everyone is prepared, we'll head out."

Wulfrin facepalmed. He was forgetting the most important part of the preparation. These were likely new players. Even more likely they didn't bring any teleport crystals. He dug into the deep pockets of his armor and produced three of the very important items.

"Each of you better take one of these If you don't already have one," Wulfrin said as he leaned back in his chair. "In the unlikely event that things go south, use it to teleport back to town. I'd prefer not to have anyone die on this venture."

* * *

Wulfrin offers 1 Teleport Crystal to each of his party members.

Ares-49789 · November 15

Well, at least it seemed like Wulfrin was a good guy, that was a weight off his chest, the enemy they'd be attacking sounded like bad news tho, specially when he hadn't really used his sword arts ever before. Ares sighed as he sat down and took a cupcake of the ones Wulfrin had offered, it was pretty good. If he had the time he'd visit the bakery he was talking about, when the man stopped explaining the plan he had no questions to ask, to be honest he had covered most of the things he hadn't even thought about

Ares took the teleporting crystal he was being offered and saved it in his inventory, he hadn't used one in like ever, but he wasn't just going to waste something he was being given for free. After some silence that came once wulfrin was done with his explanation Ares nodded and put both hands on his hips before smiling, he loved talking

"Good morning everyone, My name is Ares" He said, it was the first time he was meeting others that wanted to climb Aincrad and was just a tid nervous, but he could easily overcome it "Well, you could read over my head the long list of numbers that accompany my name, but it's just because Ares alone was already taken when I created my character. I am a tank, well, at least I consider myself as one because I am prioritizing having a great defense to be able to fight in the frontlines, as you could guess my damage output is quite under the average, but if you ever need a shield to hide behind, i'll be glad to be it" As Ares said it he took out his mace from the inventory and held it nervously "Even if I don't quite have a shield yet. I'll be more than glad to be of help, so if you need me just call my name and I'will try to be there"

"I also must confess that I have spent way too much time in floor 1 before deciding that i didn't like to be a sitting duck, so please, pardon my inexperience and try to not be too harsh on me, I have barely finished the First lessons quest and I know i have many things to perfect and learn" Ares bowed as it was customary among Japanese people, he had talked enough to his brother to know a bit about curtesy, specially being in a Japanese game where most of them were from the country-isle "I'll be in your care"

Ares raised his head and stepped back as he saved his mace in his inventory while eating the pastry, looking at the other's reactions, he didn't want to be rude. Had he bowed too down? He didn't know, maybe he had to ask them later...

Spoiler

Consumed Celestial Swirl Cupcake | T1 Rare Feast | ACC II

Kiyabu Hisao · November 16

Whilst pondering the potential connection this individual had with a friend of his, It wouldn't be long until his inquiry was answered. But it came shortly, After the player described his clear disdain of Abdullah. ‘Clearly, This guy had a troublesome encounter with that NPC.. But I can see the superiority complex.. Since Abdullah did have this air of arrogance.’ He thought in agreement with Wulfrin's words. “It seems, That my assumption of your name was spot on..” As those words left his lips, He would pick up a cupcake. “I actually met your wife on Floor 1.. While taking on the beginner quest <The First Few Lessons>.. She was very kind and helpful, And I must add that her cooking is truly amazing..” He gave words of praise, Before taking a subtle bite out of this delicious cupcake.

“Ah.. Where are my manners? I'm Kiyabu Hisao.. A level 4, Still looking into my style of combat.. But as you can see, I fight using a Dagger.. So I might become an Evasion DPS in the future, However it's still up in the air.. If I stick to using the dagger..” After giving his own Introduction, Kiyabu would slowly finish the cupcake. “Still amazing, I should probably place an order in the future.” Kiyabu chuckled a bit, As he turned his attention to the player Wulfrin. Who was drawing up a play by play on a chalkboard. “Mhm..” While listening to the details attentively, Kiyabu felt a slight chill go down his spine. Because he hasn't fought anything stronger than a simple boarlet. So this was a serious step up from the Floor 1 plains, Which meant Kiyabu needed to listen and follow the instructions carefully. To avoid a potential <Game Over>.

Though the stakes were higher, It also meant that the potential rewards would be better. So all they needed to do was listen carefully and wait for the signal from Wulfrin. Who would be taking point in the boss fight, So all aggro was directed at him. Which is still dangerous to do, But Wulfrin sounded confident in his own capabilities. That's when Kiyabu turned his attention to one of the other players who gave their own introduction. “It's a pleasure to meet you, Ares..” While exchanging subtle greetings, Kiyabu would take this chance to pick up one of the free teleport crystals. That Wulfrin offered them. Just in case, They didn't have one of their own. “Inexperience isn't something to be ashamed of, Since I'm sure a few of us.. Haven't fought a real tough enemy before.”

After offering a few words of encouragement to Ares, Kiyabu would take this moment to hold out his left hand. “But let's try and best this foe, So we can grow stronger together..” He added with a friendly grin on his face.

Quote

Consumed Celestial Swirl Cupcake | T1 Rare Feast | ACC II

Quote

Obtained Teleport Crystal x1

Edited November 16 by Kiyabu Hisao
Updating the information

Wildfire · November 17

Echo scampers their way to a chair at the table. To watch the presentation.

This still feels off, I can't quite put my finger on it.

Okay that makes sense I guess but either this guy is really confident in his own abilities or there is something else he is interested in. So the jist of our job is to attempt to activate the special ability while Wulfrin takes the brunt of the creature's attention. That is pretty straight forward, surely there is more to it then that? If the enemy has significant hit points and damage output that we have no chance to succeed should he fails having a good exit strategy, the teleport crystals have that covered so that is helpful. I am not sure the purpose of the cupcakes but I guess they are worth it if they are given freely. So as far as the others go we have a future tank and dps, probably going to go with stealth at some point given the dagger. I wonder if sneak attacks are a thing in this game? Does it give more damage or perhaps allow attacking first in combat?

Realizing that the air had gone silent as they were lost in thought, staring blankly into the distance. They shake their head to a small but fast degree as they bring themself back into the reality before them.

Still speaking rather softly, “Hi, as I said before, I'm Ec-, uhm, Wildfire. I have some combat skills but my main goal is support. I am hoping to take first aid once I am high enough level, but until then I have some mass healing crystals that I am carrying just in case.” They put the crystals in a pile on the edge of the table. Clattering together as two of the crystals fall off the table. “Sh-shit” they mumble to themself as they scramble to grab the crystals and put them back in their inventory, “sorry. As far as my current abilities go, I have taken skills that assist with finding things, as well I am proficient with opening treasure chests and have a gold key in case we run into one. As for what I am capable of right now, I have invested in evasion as my primary defensive style and I use a polearm as my primary weapon so I should be able to attack over-” Echo looks at Ares realizing the significant height difference “or perhaps around would be more accurate- a tank without having to get too close. It is also nice to have a potential future dps on the roster so it is good that we seem to have a whole suite ”

Turning to look at Wulfrin Echo holds a blank but non threatening expression as they continue “Not to be rude but I presume that you will be taking a majority portion of the loot because you will be doing most of, if not all of, the work. Not that I am complaining. But I also am curious, what is in it for you? You are giving us ways to leave you behind if things go ary and trusting we don't just leave you on the battlefield, you are providing us with ample Consumables which have a significant cost. Which let me be clear I am grateful for and am happy to partake in. But you have expressed that the likelihood that we provide any actual benefit to you is slim to none. Now don't take this the wrong way, but there are precious few people who are so willing to help out a stranger for no reward other than to be of help. And, if I'm being honest, you don't really strike me as someone who would just give up your time to three under-leveled players out of just the goodness of your heart. So what is the catch? To be abundantly clear I am not saying that I am opposed to being used, and it does seem like you care enough to provide us with the ability to save ourselves which is admirable.”

Turning to look back at the rest of the group,

“Assuming that there is loot to be split in any capacity, I am sure you are all honest people but it would be pragmatic to make the dispersal of the loot known beforehand so that no one is caught unawares when the time comes for its distribution.” Echo opens their menu to a notes page that is absolutely filled with text, having to scroll substantially far to find a blank space. “I don't mind keeping track of everything found so we can ensure everyone gets what they are owed if that would be amenable to everyone” Realizing that they had been rambling slightly, they take a teleport crystal and hastily, take and eat a cupcake.

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WC: 809

Items taken/Consumed

Spoiler

Teleport Crystal x1

Consumed Celestial Swirl Cupcake | T1 Rare Feast | ACC II

New Stats/Battle Ready Inventory

Spoiler

HP 100 | EN 28 | 3 DMG | 5 ACC| MIT 4 | 3 EVA | 10HP/rnd BH | LD +2 | Chest LD +1

Battle Ready Inventory

[4] Crystal of the Blood Dragon Horde

- Mass HP recovery 10%
[1] Teleport Crystal

-Replaces Starter Healing Potion

Edited November 17 by Wildfire

Wulfrin · November 17

"Honorable choice," Wulfrin nodded along as Ares introduced themselves. "We were scrambling to find Tanks and Off tanks for the raid on the 28th floor boss. We could use a few more willing to take up arms. Swing by my shop on the twenty second once we're done here and I can get you kitted out with a set of armor, weapon, and shield. I'm a smith by trade so that's well within my wheelhouse. No playing tank in the cards today though I'm afraid, but that doesn't mean I can't tag along for something else in the future."

"Ah yes, Kiyabu," Wulfrin turned to listen to the second player to speak up. "Ciela did mention you, though only briefly. Good to see you are still looking to improve. Unfortunately I can't offer the same complete gear set up for you, as evasion enhancements are usually reserved for a tailor, but I can at least get you an upgraded dagger if you want it. Evasion DPS is good for off-tanking if you wanted another route to go down. If you're fast enough to out run your target, it doesn't matter how pissed off at you it is. Good choice in build."

Wulfrin watched the last player fumble a bit with some healing crystals before righting themselves. They were quite sheepish and clearly the greenest of the bunch, but the mention of being a support user peaked Wulfrin's interest. Their curiosity even more so as they continued, going on to question Wulfrin's motives. This showed smarts, and Wulfrin had to admit that he could see where Wildfire was coming from. It was odd to see another player sticking their neck out, and he hadn't mentioned loot yet.

"Between the three of you, you have a pretty decent party composition," Wulfrin remarked. "I'd take today as a learning opportunity. If we have more time today, we can go and hunt some mobs in the wilderness so you guys can get a better feel, but I wont force you to go. As for what's in this for me? I'll be honest, not a whole lot. I've already cleared the quest before, so I don't qualify for those rewards, so pretty much everything I can get comes from whatever the boss drops. I'm also fishing for the Extra Skill, as I still have yet to unlock it, so I guess there's that. It wasn't long ago I was in the same shoes as the lot of you, finally working up the courage to leave the safety of the Town of Beginnings and actually help clear this damned game. My mentor took me on this very same quest and even helped me get me started with some gear, with the only cost being that I pay it forward. So... yeah. Not a whole lot in this for me other than seeing some new faces make their way to the frontlines.'

Wulfrin dusted his hands and waved away the remnants of the ravaged cupcake plater to the infinite hammer space that was his inventory. With a short, sharp whistle, the red and gold plumed hawk on the counter awoke and fluttered across the room trailed by a small wave of flames.

"Now that introductions are out of the way," Wulfrin said as he ushered the group out into the streets, "Let's go fight a shark."

Wulfrin guided the group out of Fortaleza, ducking in and out of alleyways and avoiding guards as best he could. He had decided not to make use of his disguise ability for two main reasons. The first was the party was already slightly suspicious of him as it was, likely due to Abdullah's description of him. The second was simply, he didn't know if he could trust them to keep their mouths quiet if questioned. Despite having a green cursor, Wulfrin still drew quite the displeased look from the mercenaries that prowled the streets. Most of them not drawing blades on him simply because their employer had expressly forbade them to. The hard part of escaping town over, it wasn't long before the party was brought to the edge of a sandy basin, clearly a boss arena of sorts and clearly no where near a trade route as Abdullah had a tendency to exaggerate.

"Alright, game time," Wulfrin sighed as he turned to give the run down one final time. "Don't move in until I give the signal. Let me take the heat, and if you ever feel uncomfortable, leave. This isn't worth dying over. Wildfire, you have the potential to actually play your support roll if you want to. Watch my HP and if I call out for one, pop a crystal. I'll reemberse you for any healing you give me, and I have a few in my battle ready I can pass over to you if they are needed."

His peace said, Wulfrin drew his blade and slid into the arena. Icy mist began to pool around his feet as the shifting sands slowly moved with the slight breeze. For a count of ten, there was no movement; then in the blink of an eye, a massive form emerged from the sands threatening to swallow Wulfrin whole. Matching its speed, Wulfrin leapt into the air as the jaws slammed together catching nothing but air. Wulfrin maneuvered himself in the air, his sword blade shining with a vibrant crimson light as he brought it to bare against the hardened scales of his foe. The sound of the impact shook the very ground around them as dust obscured the arena. As things began to settle, Wulfrin gave a whistle and Solaris rushed in for a follow up attack. The land shark, once swimming through the loose sands, now lay prone on its back incapacitated for the moment. Wulfrin's attentional turned to his fellow players. With one simple wave of his arm he welcomed into the arena.

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Spoiler

Recovery?: Not needed
Wulfrin is at full HP and EN.
Cooldowns: Rending Familiar (1/5)

Post Action: [x17] Tech-A vs Terra Firma (16 EN) -2 Stamina - 1 Well Rested (3/3) = 13 EN
Free Action: Rending Familiar -> Terra Firma

ID 237717 | BD 5+9-4-1 = 9 | CD 5 | 26*17 = 442 - 150 = 292 DMG to Terra Firma. Target is stunned. ST-B Locked. Rend 28 applied.

[2] Wulfrin | HP: 829/829 | EN: 95/108 (108-13) | DMG: 26 | MIT:98 | ACC: 9 | AA | EVA: 2 (+1 CS) | BH:27 | REC: 8 | FRB: 40 | TXC-V: 32 | FRZ: 64 | LD:6 | PROSP:3 | ELF-S | STNG [x1]
[0] Ares-49789 | HP: 80/80 | EN: 26/26 | DMG: 4 | MIT:36 | ACC:2
[0] Kiyabu Hisao | HP: 80/80 | EN: 31/31 | DMG: 7 | MIT:18 | ACC:5 | EVA:1 | LD:1
[0] Wildfire | HP: 100/100 | EN: 28/28 | DMG: 3 | ACC 5 | MIT 4 | EVA 3 | BH 10 | LD 2 | Chest LD +1

Terra Firma | HP: 658/950 (950 - 292) | DMG: 300 | MIT: 150 | ACC 1 | EVA 4 0 | Rend 28 (0/2) | STUNNED
Abilities:
Move Swiftly | This boss is impervious to benefits provided by the Concentration skill. Additionally, all players suffer a -1 penalty to BD when attacking this boss.
Hard-Scaled | Paralysis, Paralytic Venom, and Freeze are ineffectual against this boss.
Deaf | This mob has no ears, and therefore is immune to the effects of debuff songs.
Weak Spots | On a Player's natural BD of 9 or 10 when attacking this creature, they will gain 50% Phase for that attack. This does not stack with the Phase enhancement.
Assault Mode | If a Player has exploited one of Terra Firma's <<Weak Spots>> during the battle, Terra Firma will activate <<Assault Mode>>. On an LD of 11+, this mob will identify stealthed Players. Its ACC and EVA will swap for the duration of its attack, then revert to normal. It will gain 50% Phase on a BD of 9, and 100% Phase on a BD of 10 or higher. BD modifiers such as ACC can activate these Phase attributes.

Edited November 18 by Wulfrin

Ares-49789 · November 18

He was very happy to know that his choice had been a good one as of development, if tanks were needed in the frontlines he'd do the best he could to reach there as soon as possible, even better now that wulfrin had offered a good set of armor for him, he loved his initial armor it had helped him a lot fighting the boars of the first floor, but he needed a better one, a shield and a better mace, but first, he needed to get out alive, wulfrin had said that the boss was nothing worth to be killed for, for him it was, Ares wanted to fight through everything he had to in order to reach the top of the floating castle and going back home with his family and his friends. No sand shark would ever make his determination shatter, even less when they had a high level player with them. When walking to the boss arena he had noticed how they had been avoiding the guards, it really seemed like their superior had a difficult relationship with the NPCs of the town, not that he really cared, as long as he was a good person he wouldn't really judge

Today he had to learn, not only how bosses worked, but how a real party did, he needed to get accustomed to being with other people in the battlefield, since coming to Aincrad he had spent more time alone than other thing, but now he couldn't avoid it. Not that he wanted to avoid being with people, in fact, he wated to have a real party, someone to go adventure with in the middle levels, but that was yet to come and he had yet to find the ones he'd consider his future companions and now they were nothing but a dream, what was real was the people he was with in that moment, maybe he couldn't do his job as a tank there, but he'd do his best dfending them all, even wulfrin if he ever needed it, he did like Kiyabu and Wildfire seeing as how things were he'd be pretty close to them during the fight to come, Wildfire did seem to have a good head over their shoulders so he was not against following their idea about loot distribution, he wasn't that interested in it to be honest, he was just after the experience and skill points that would come with leveling up, he had to get his armor ability up to rank 5 as soon as possible, so that was his main objective during the raid. If he wasn't mistaken he needed fourteen more of those to max it out, that meant three level ups, he really hoped the shark would give a shit ton of experience

Ares watched closely as Wulfrin attacked the ground with his sword, for some seconds he wondered why would he do such thing, wouldn't it damage the blade in some way? well he was a blacksmith, he'd know better wouldn't he? well, the response came quicker than he thought as a giant beast tried to swallow Wulfrin whole, Ares felt a shiver coming down his spine and he clenched his teeth forming a daredevil grin as he ran towards the boss mace in hand and a war cry from his lungs, he was scared? maybe but what use did being scared have if not to tell him he was still alive?

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Spoiler

Energy full, no regeneration

Post action: ST-I mace art againtsTerra-Firma -4EN
Free action: None

ID: 237727 | BD: 7 (+2 -1) | 4x4 = 16 dmg -150 MIT = 1Min damage

[2] Wulfrin | HP: 829/829 | EN: 95/108 (108-13) | DMG: 26 | MIT:98 | ACC: 9 | AA | EVA: 2 (+1 CS) | BH:27 | REC: 8 | FRB: 40 | TXC-V: 32 | FRZ: 64 | LD:6 | PROSP:3 | ELF-S | STNG [x1]
[1] Ares-49789 | HP: 80/80 | EN: 22/26 | DMG: 4 | MIT:36 | ACC:2
[0] Kiyabu Hisao | HP: 80/80 | EN: 31/31 | DMG: 7 | MIT:18 | ACC:5 | EVA:1 | LD:1
[0] Wildfire | HP: 100/100 | EN: 28/28 | DMG: 3 | ACC 5 | MIT 4 | EVA 3 | BH 10 | LD 2 | Chest LD +1

Terra Firma | HP: 657/950 (658 -1) | DMG: 300 | MIT: 150 | ACC 1 | EVA 4 0 | Rend 28 (0/2) | STUNNED
Abilities:
Move Swiftly | This boss is impervious to benefits provided by the Concentration skill. Additionally, all players suffer a -1 penalty to BD when attacking this boss.
Hard-Scaled | Paralysis, Paralytic Venom, and Freeze are ineffectual against this boss.
Deaf | This mob has no ears, and therefore is immune to the effects of debuff songs.
Weak Spots | On a Player's natural BD of 9 or 10 when attacking this creature, they will gain 50% Phase for that attack. This does not stack with the Phase enhancement.
Assault Mode | If a Player has exploited one of Terra Firma's <<Weak Spots>> during the battle, Terra Firma will activate <<Assault Mode>>. On an LD of 11+, this mob will identify stealthed Players. Its ACC and EVA will swap for the duration of its attack, then revert to normal. It will gain 50% Phase on a BD of 9, and 100% Phase on a BD of 10 or higher. BD modifiers such as ACC can activate these Phase attributes.

Edited November 18 by Ares-49789

Kiyabu Hisao · November 19

Hearing that Ciela had mentioned his name to her husband albeit briefly, Kiyabu felt a tad embarrassed. “After completing that quest, It became a reality check.. That I needed to go out and get stronger, Because I can't keep hiding away from this <Death Game> while others are fighting for their lives.. As for the gear department, If you know any tailors.. I'll definitely give them a visit, But if you don't know any.. I might have to become my own tailor..” As a hearty chuckle escaped his lips. “Though, I will take you up on the offer for an upgraded dagger.. But that can wait for now, Until the boss has been slain.” He expressed with a confident smile.

“Since I didn't initially have much of a route in mind, I'll definitely consider the path of an Evasion DPS.. Plus being a nimble off-tank, I could effectively draw aggro.. So the main tank could recover from the accumulated damage..” After a bit of thought, This route definitely suits him in the long run. Because a friend of his was aiming to become the main tank.

While listening attentively to the words that left Wulfrin's lips, Kiyabu nodded his head in agreement with that astute observation of the party's composition. Which had a forward tank, Off-tank DPS and a supportive player. This group had a well-balanced ratio. That's when his ears perked up at the mention of an Extra Skill could possibly drop from this boss. “If you haven't even obtained this extra skill, The conditions for its acquisition must be something difficult to do..” He mentioned out of curiosity, Because this quest had quite a hefty reward for first time clearing.

After everyone introduced themselves, Along with any inquiries they might have answered. It was clearly time for them to go hunting, As Kiyabu noticed a red and gold plumed hawk flying across the room towards Wulfrin. ‘That must be his familiar..’ He thought, Before following the others outside. “Hm?” However,

While leaving Fortaleza. Kiyabu witnessed a bizarre sight, As Wulfrin was ducking in and out of the alleyways to avoid any potential guards along the way. This had him rightfully confused, But simply shrugged it off. Since Ciela married this man, Which in turn meant he had to have some good points. Though he did notice a few mercenaries giving a look of displeasure at Wulfrin's presence.

Though Kiyabu and the other players didn't have much issue leaving town like Wulfrin, It wasn't long before they were brought to the edge of a sandy basin. Which was clearly a boss arena, With not a single trade route in sight like Abdullah explained ‘Talk about an exaggeration, I can't see any caravan trying this path.. Knowingly.. Unless they had some means to defend themselves..’ He thought, While observing the shifting sands slowly. “This will definitely not be an easy fight.. With no solid terrain to work with..” Kiyabu pointed out this obvious disadvantage.

With the final rundown given, It was finally time to begin the hunt. As Kiyabu donned his phantom mask, Which had a menacing hue to it. “Ten to Twelves seconds, Before it tries to ambush from beneath..” While analysing its attack pattern, Kiyabu noticed clearly that this boss had an advantage. Because of the favourable terrain. But Wulfrin seemed adept at fighting such a foe in these conditions, So he simply waited for the signal until it was time to strike. ‘Impressive coordination.’ He thought, Before sliding into the arena shortly after Ares. Who had landed a decent strike on the boss, Which was left stunned from the combo attack launched by Wulfrin a few seconds ago.

Even though it was clear that his fellow party members had some fear, It wouldn't shake their determination. Which left an impression on him, So he met that bravery with a swift activation of a Sword Art. “<Round Accel>!” As Kiyabu quickly dashed around Terra Firma, Trying to deliver two decent stabs of his own.

Quote

Recovery?: Not needed

Kiyabu is at full HP and EN.

Post Action: [x2] ST-I Round Accel vs Terra Firma [4 EN] - 4 Stamina = 27 Energy

Free Action: None

ID 237732 | BD 10 (Major Crit +2 DMG) | 7+2 = 9 * 4 = 36 - 75 (150/2 phase) = 1 minimum DMG to Terra Firma. Weak Spot triggered (50% Phase applied). Assault Mode activated.

[2] Wulfrin | HP: 829/829 | EN: 95/108 (108-13) | DMG: 26 | MIT:98 | ACC: 9 | AA | EVA: 2 (+1 CS) | BH:27 | REC: 8 | FRB: 40 | TXC-V: 32 | FRZ: 64 | LD:6 | PROSP:3 | ELF-S | STNG [x1]

[1] Ares-49789 | HP: 80/80 | EN: 22/26 | DMG: 4 | MIT:36 | ACC:2

[2] Kiyabu Hisao | HP: 80/80 | EN: 27/31 | DMG: 7 | MIT:18 | ACC:5 | EVA:1 | LD:1

[0] Wildfire | HP: 100/100 | EN: 28/28 | DMG: 3 | ACC 5 | MIT 4 | EVA 3 | BH 10 | LD 2 | Chest LD +1

Terra Firma | HP: 656/950 (657 -1) | DMG: 300 | MIT: 150 | ACC 1 | EVA 4 0 | Rend 28 (0/2) | STUNNED

Abilities:

Move Swiftly | This boss is impervious to benefits provided by the Concentration skill. Additionally, all players suffer a -1 penalty to BD when attacking this boss.

Hard-Scaled | Paralysis, Paralytic Venom, and Freeze are ineffectual against this boss.

Deaf | This mob has no ears, and therefore is immune to the effects of debuff songs.

Weak Spots | On a Player's natural BD of 9 or 10 when attacking this creature, they will gain 50% Phase for that attack. This does not stack with the Phase enhancement.

Assault Mode | If a Player has exploited one of Terra Firma's <<Weak Spots>> during the battle, Terra Firma will activate <<Assault Mode>>. On an LD of 11+, this mob will identify stealthed Players. Its ACC and EVA will swap for the duration of its attack, then revert to normal. It will gain 50% Phase on a BD of 9, and 100% Phase on a BD of 10 or higher. BD modifiers such as ACC can activate these Phase attributes.

Edited November 19 by Kiyabu Hisao
Correcting some mistakes.

Wildfire · November 19

Echo nodded along as Wulfrin spoke. “I guess a select skill and assistance on the frontlines is as good a reason as any”

Walking out of the town was anxiety inducing in its own right, Echo walked behind the three melee characters.

Okay so we have to do everything in our power to not grab aggro, that is easy enough, my job is to keep an eye on health bars and make sure that if any drop too far to use my crystals. In the meantime my job is to attack around the tank and try to activate the skill.

While walking Echo subconsciously pulls out a coin, flipping it into the air and catching it to give their hands something to do while they walk.

If Wulfrin has done this quest before then he knows what he is getting into which is great because the last thing we want to do is go into this blind. Though I wonder who his mentor was, that might be worth investigating more. Not to mention it might be worthwhile to inquire about why the specialized skill wasn't activated last time, just luck of the draw or was the individual powerful enough to take it all the way down without having enough time to activate the skill in the first place? Things to think about I guess.

As they arrive at the spot indicated, Echo listens to the final rundown, nodding at Wulfrins acknowledgement.

The combat was off in a flash Echo watched with awe at the speed in which Wuflrin moved “I guess that is why he is a frontliner” Watching the creature fall to the ground with a thud loud enough to make Echo take a small step back

Alright, so now it is out turn. I guess it stays paralyzed for a while so that is good. Presumably we’ll see what happens with the others and might be able to activate the skill. I wonder if Wulfrin has a significant DPS attack that he was holding back, perhaps it will be over as fast as it was begun. There Ares goes in for an attack. Echo approaches Ares from behind far enough back to allow for maneuvering but close enough to use as a living shield. Watching as he gets a hit. “On your flank. If you don’t mind my asking and I’m not distracting you too much, what makes you want to be a tank?” They say hoping that their voice is loud enough for them to hear. Prepping for their own attack they watch as Kiyabu’s blade seems to blur through the creature. Shouting over at them “Nicely done!”

Now it was their turn to do what they can. Ducking low they announce to Ares “Going in on your right” Echo lets the long blade and pole of their Guandao do the work for them making a wide swing from behind Ares, making sure that they end the attack away from them. It wasn't much but there was a visible slash where the tip of the blade met the creature. Awesome if nothing else we are on our way, with maybe three more rounds off good hits from Wulfrin we should be done and done with this. Still a bit worried by the aggro that Kiyabu has potential to pull, he might have to pull back soon. Not really my place to warn right now though

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WC: 568

Roll

Spoiler

Wildfire

ID 237738

BD 9 [HIT] {1 DMG (min) = 3 base - 150 MIT} = 5 (Roll) + 3 (Weapon) + 2 (Consumable) - 1 (mob: Move Swiftly)

Terra Firma

BD [STUNNED]

<<Assault Mode>> Ends

Stats

Spoiler

[2] Wulfrin | HP: 829/829 | EN: 95/108 (108-13) | DMG: 26 | MIT:98 | ACC: 9 | AA | EVA: 2 (+1 CS) | BH:27 | REC: 8 | FRB: 40 | TXC-V: 32 | FRZ: 64 | LD:6 | PROSP:3 | ELF-S | STNG [x1]
[1] Ares-49789 | HP: 80/80 | EN: 22/26 | DMG: 4 | MIT:36 | ACC:2
[2] Kiyabu Hisao | HP: 80/80 | EN: 29/31 | DMG: 7 | MIT:18 | ACC:5 | EVA:1 | LD:1
[1] Wildfire | HP: 100/100 | EN: 27/28 | DMG: 3 | ACC 5 | MIT 4 | EVA 3 | BH 10 | LD 2 | Chest LD +1

- No Regen/No BH

Terra Firma | HP: 627/950 (656 -1{player dmg}-28 {Rend}) | DMG: 300 | MIT: 150 | ACC 1 | EVA 4 0 | Rend 28 (1/2) | Player Stun Immune (0/3)
Abilities:
Move Swiftly | This boss is impervious to benefits provided by the Concentration skill. Additionally, all players suffer a -1 penalty to BD when attacking this boss.
Hard-Scaled | Paralysis, Paralytic Venom, and Freeze are ineffectual against this boss.
Deaf | This mob has no ears, and therefore is immune to the effects of debuff songs.
Weak Spots | On a Player's natural BD of 9 or 10 when attacking this creature, they will gain 50% Phase for that attack. This does not stack with the Phase enhancement.
Assault Mode | If a Player has exploited one of Terra Firma's <<Weak Spots>> during the battle, Terra Firma will activate <<Assault Mode>>. On an LD of 11+, this mob will identify stealthed Players. Its ACC and EVA will swap for the duration of its attack, then revert to normal. It will gain 50% Phase on a BD of 9, and 100% Phase on a BD of 10 or higher. BD modifiers such as ACC can activate these Phase attributes.

Edited November 19 by Wulfrin

Wulfrin · November 19

Wulfrin was impressed. Despite their low levels, the players he had brought along seemed to be decent with their weapons. The pace had been set and he intended to keep up the pressure. As his foe, Terra Firma lay prone, it's soft underbelly exposed, Wulfrin watched as each of his companions managed to land a decent size blow to the upturned land shark. Ares's mace slammed into the beast's hide, Kiyabu's dagger found its way between two hardened scales to the soft tissue beneath, and Wildfire's weapon found purchase of its own to the bosses hide. Kiyabu's strike seemed to activate the Assault Mode ability of Terra Firma and Wulfrin was grateful he had stunned it. The beast's eyes were focused on the knife wielder, a dangerous situation to be in if Wulfrin hadn't landed his blow. At last Terra Firma managed to right itself and dove beneath the surface.

"Next attack incoming!" Wulfrin shouted. "Remember let me keep its attention! Kiyabu, keep your head on a swivel! I think you pissed it off!"

Just as he thought, the beast emerged from the sands in an attempt to munch down on the knife user. With gritted teeth, Wulfrin's form dissolved into his shadow, before appearing again from within the shadow of Kiyabu. A hand pulled the knife user into the cold embrace of darkness before they would find themselves out of harms way in the spot Wulfrin once stood. The two had swapped places just in time for Wulfrin to bring Icingdeath to bare against Terra Firma. His frigid blade lunged forward, colliding with the hardened carapace of the sandy shark. The tip of the blade at first seemed to stop on contact before a spiderweb of cracks formed and the blade continued unhindered to the fleshy bits beneath. The icy mist began to harden around Terra Firma's form, threatening to turn it into a frozen statue. It fell to the ground with a heavy impact. With a menacing roar, it shook the ice free from its body, but the damage had already been done. The venom coating Wulfrin's blade was in its system, icy crystals still lingered on its form, and more importantly, another weak point had been created for future exploitation.

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Spoiler

Adjustments:
Kiyabu: Adjusted Energy. ST-1 costs 4 EN at rank 1. -2 EN
Wildfire: Adjusted Energy. Basic Attacks cost 2 EN. -1 EN

Recovery?: ID: 237739 | CD: 9 | +8 EN
Wulfrin regains 12 EN.
Cooldowns: Rending Familiar (2/5)

Post Action: [x17] Tech-D vs Terra Firma (15 EN) -2 Stamina - 1 Well Rested (2/3) = 14 EN
Free Action: None

ID 237740 | BD 10 (Major Crit, +2 DMG) | CD 4 | 26+2= 28*17 = 493 - 65 (130/2 phase) = 428 DMG to Terra Firma. ST-B Locked. Freeze ignored (Hard Scaled). Frostbite 40 applied. Toxic Venom 32 Applied. Assault Mode Activated. Weak Spot 50% phase applied. Shatter 1 [-20 MIT] applied.

Stats:

[5] Wulfrin | HP: 829/829 | EN: 95/108 (108-13) | DMG: 26 | MIT:98 | ACC: 9 | AA | EVA: 2 (+1 CS) | BH:27 | REC: 8 | FRB: 40 | TXC-V: 32 | FRZ: 64 | LD:6 | PROSP:3 | ELF-S | STNG [x1]
[1] Ares-49789 | HP: 80/80 | EN: 22/26 | DMG: 4 | MIT:36 | ACC:2
[2] Kiyabu Hisao | HP: 80/80 | EN: 27/31 | DMG: 7 | MIT:18 | ACC:5 | EVA:1 | LD:1
[1] Wildfire | HP: 100/100 | EN: 26/28 | DMG: 3 | ACC 5 | MIT 4 | EVA 3 | BH 10 | LD 2 | Chest LD +1

Terra Firma | HP: 199/950 (627-428) | DMG: 300 | MIT: ~~150~~ 130 | ACC 4 3 | EVA 1| Rend 28 (1/2) | Player Stun Immune (0/3) | SHATTER 1 [-20 MIT, (0/3)] | Frostbite 40 [-1 ACC, (0/2)] | Toxic Venom 32 (0/3) | Assault Mode [EVA and ACC swapped] (0/1)
Abilities:
Move Swiftly | This boss is impervious to benefits provided by the Concentration skill. Additionally, all players suffer a -1 penalty to BD when attacking this boss.
Hard-Scaled | Paralysis, Paralytic Venom, and Freeze are ineffectual against this boss.
Deaf | This mob has no ears, and therefore is immune to the effects of debuff songs.
Weak Spots | On a Player's natural BD of 9 or 10 when attacking this creature, they will gain 50% Phase for that attack. This does not stack with the Phase enhancement.
Assault Mode | If a Player has exploited one of Terra Firma's <<Weak Spots>> during the battle, Terra Firma will activate <<Assault Mode>>. On an LD of 11+, this mob will identify stealthed Players. Its ACC and EVA will swap for the duration of its attack, then revert to normal. It will gain 50% Phase on a BD of 9, and 100% Phase on a BD of 10 or higher. BD modifiers such as ACC can activate these Phase attributes.

Edited November 20 by Wulfrin

Ares-49789 · November 20

Ares saw how the HP bar of Terra-Firma went down to its yellow end and couldn't help but swallow his own spit, it had all been Wulfrin, he had hit it TWICE and each time he had done that, the shark had lost so much HP his head couldn't even wrap around it, that was a high level player and he was doing that with them, no, sorry, for them. Ares was terribly grateful for the oportunity life had just put in front of him, he had barely damaged the shark when it was stunned and now? now he could only thank all existing gods for the boss to not catch aggro on him, that would be the last seal before his own death

No, there was no need in thinking about those things, why would he even do so? he had a high level player by his side and he was being carried, he only had to jump on the bus and enjoy the experience that would come his way, he smiled as he grasped his mace even more, his teeth clenched as he looked for an opportunity to attack, he wanted to go back home with his family. Sweat was forming on his hands as he looked at the fierce battle, the others were not much behind him, also doing their jobs pretty well, it was his first time fighting in a party, Kiyabu and Wildfire were both doing great

He could feel his heart race, pumping adrenaline to his limbs as he saw the high level player do his job in awe, he could just stay there and he would just finish the boss alone, but that was not what he wanted, he wanted to feel like him being there amounted to something, like all that time fearing the fight was not lost time, like he'd not falter before the face of adversity, his blood boiled as his legs carried him forward, towards the boss, his mace strong in his hand as he unleashed his attack on the boss

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Spoiler

Recovery: 1 EN

Post Action: [x4] ST-I vs Terra Firma (4 EN) -4EN
Free Action: None

ID 237742 | BD 10 (Major Crit, +2 DMG) | 4x(4+2 DMG) = 24DMG - 150 MIT = 1MIN DMG

[5] Wulfrin | HP: 829/829 | EN: 95/108 (108-13) | DMG: 26 | MIT:98 | ACC: 9 | AA | EVA: 2 (+1 CS) | BH:27 | REC: 8 | FRB: 40 | TXC-V: 32 | FRZ: 64 | LD:6 | PROSP:3 | ELF-S | STNG [x1]
[3] Ares-49789 | HP: 80/80 | EN: 22/26 | DMG: 4 | MIT:36 | ACC:2
[2] Kiyabu Hisao | HP: 80/80 | EN: 27/31 | DMG: 7 | MIT:18 | ACC:5 | EVA:1 | LD:1
[1] Wildfire | HP: 100/100 | EN: 26/28 | DMG: 3 | ACC 5 | MIT 4 | EVA 3 | BH 10 | LD 2 | Chest LD +1

Terra Firma | HP: 198/950 (199-1) | DMG: 300 | MIT: 150 | ACC 4 3 | EVA 1| Rend 28 (1/2) | Player Stun Immune (0/3)

ST-B Locked. Freeze ignored (Hard Scaled). Frostbite 40 applied. Toxic Venom 32 Applied. Assault Mode Activated. Weak Spot 50% phase applied. Shatter 1 [-20 MIT] applied.

Abilities:
Move Swiftly | This boss is impervious to benefits provided by the Concentration skill. Additionally, all players suffer a -1 penalty to BD when attacking this boss.
Hard-Scaled | Paralysis, Paralytic Venom, and Freeze are ineffectual against this boss.
Deaf | This mob has no ears, and therefore is immune to the effects of debuff songs.
Weak Spots | On a Player's natural BD of 9 or 10 when attacking this creature, they will gain 50% Phase for that attack. This does not stack with the Phase enhancement.
Assault Mode | If a Player has exploited one of Terra Firma's <<Weak Spots>> during the battle, Terra Firma will activate <<Assault Mode>>. On an LD of 11+, this mob will identify stealthed Players. Its ACC and EVA will swap for the duration of its attack, then revert to normal. It will gain 50% Phase on a BD of 9, and 100% Phase on a BD of 10 or higher. BD modifiers such as ACC can activate these Phase attributes

Edited November 20 by Ares-49789

Wildfire · November 21

Watching in amazement as the group continued to break the creature down, Echo found had to shake themself out of their reverie to keep out of harms way as the massive beast moved through the sand.

It is unfortunate that a Bulette like this is really only a creature of modern myths in the view of Dungeons and Dragons and the like. It makes it significantly harder to pin down any potential advice for fighting one. It is a shame too, might have been useful.

Doing their best to stay out of Ares way as they went in to attack Echo stepped back.

Okay I need to find a better place to hide I guess. Maybe if I go around it I can get a better angle. I have to make sure to be able to see the others though. I should in theory be able to flank it without being a hindrance.

Echo began to move around the path of the creature through the sand. When suddenly they stopped as they watched the leader of the group sink into their own shadow and rise out of Kiyabu’s.

Would it be appropriate to ask how that felt? It had to be crazy right? Like at least cold.

Echo shivers. The ground shakes underneath them

Oh, right, gotta move.

Scurrying to a better position they watched as the creature leapt up out of the sand.

Okay, same thing as before.

Echo tightens their grip as they strike, the blade self correcting in the air as the code of the system adjusts their strike for them. Though not tight enough as the blade skids along the hardened shell of the beast. Stumbling forward as the hide catches on the blade Echo yanks hard barely freeing it before the end of the haft launched out of their hands with the carapace.

Few, that could have been bad. I hope that no one saw me, the darn thing almost took me with it. Speaking of being bad I should keep an eye on Wulfrin, it is likely that he will be at least targeted in the next swing, and with it in assault mode we have to be extra careful.

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WC: 366

Rolls

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ID 237751

BD 8 [Hit] {1 DMG [min] = 3 (base) - 150 (MIT)}= 5 (Roll) + 5 (Acc) - 1 (EVA) - 1 (Move Swiftly)

Stats

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[5] Wulfrin | HP: 829/829 | EN: 95/108 (108-13) | DMG: 26 | MIT:98 | ACC: 9 | AA | EVA: 2 (+1 CS) | BH:27 | REC: 8 | FRB: 40 | TXC-V: 32 | FRZ: 64 | LD:6 | PROSP:3 | ELF-S | STNG [x1]
[3] Ares-49789 | HP: 80/80 | EN: 22/26 | DMG: 4 | MIT:36 | ACC:2
[2] Kiyabu Hisao | HP: 80/80 | EN: 29/31 | DMG: 7 | MIT:18 | ACC:5 | EVA:1 | LD:1
[2] Wildfire | HP: 100/100 | EN: 26/28 | DMG: 3 | ACC 5 | MIT 4 | EVA 3 | BH 10 | LD 2 | Chest LD +1

- base EN Regen +1 EN

- No BH

Terra Firma | HP: 197/950 | DMG: 300 | MIT: ~~150~~ 130 | ACC 4 3 | EVA 1| Rend 28 (1/2) | Player Stun Immune (0/3) | SHATTER 1 [-20 MIT, (0/3)] | Frostbite 40 [-1 ACC, (0/2)] | Toxic Venom 32 (0/3) | Assault Mode [EVA and ACC swapped] (0/1)
Abilities:
Move Swiftly | This boss is impervious to benefits provided by the Concentration skill. Additionally, all players suffer a -1 penalty to BD when attacking this boss.
Hard-Scaled | Paralysis, Paralytic Venom, and Freeze are ineffectual against this boss.
Deaf | This mob has no ears, and therefore is immune to the effects of debuff songs.
Weak Spots | On a Player's natural BD of 9 or 10 when attacking this creature, they will gain 50% Phase for that attack. This does not stack with the Phase enhancement.
Assault Mode | If a Player has exploited one of Terra Firma's <<Weak Spots>> during the battle, Terra Firma will activate <<Assault Mode>>. On an LD of 11+, this mob will identify stealthed Players. Its ACC and EVA will swap for the duration of its attack, then revert to normal. It will gain 50% Phase on a BD of 9, and 100% Phase on a BD of 10 or higher. BD modifiers such as ACC can activate these Phase attributes.

Edited November 22 by Wildfire

Kiyabu Hisao · November 22

After successfully delivering two critical stabs between the hardened scales of Terra Firma, It became apparent that the boss had shifted its focus to him. “Shit..!” Because Kiyabu had succeeded in exploiting the <Weak Spot> He had effectively taken aggro from Wulfrin, But that wasn't all. As he also met the conditions, For the activation of <Assault Mode>. “Come on.. Come on..” With Terra Firma burrowing underneath the shifting sands, He needed to tread carefully. While trying to notice any subtle change in the sandy terrain, Kiyabu heard Wulfrin's words. “I don't doubt it, That I pissed it off.. Anyone would be, If you were stabbed in a vulnerable area.. But I'll try not to steal aggro again.”

Just as those words left his lips, He heard the eruption of sand coming from behind. Which indicated that Terra Firma was attempting to take a bite out of him, With mere seconds to react. Kiyabu would attempt to pull a crystal out of his inventory. But in that split-second, He felt a hand pull him into the cold embrace of darkness. “Huh!” As his vision went dark for a moment, Kiyabu found himself out of harm's way. ‘Wait.. what just happened?’ It was then he realised, That he and Wulfrin had traded places on the battlefield. ‘So he managed to not only save me, But deliver another devastating blow to the boss.. Nice!’ Underneath his mask, A smile began to form. As they were nearly done with Terra Firma.

“Nicely done, Wulfrin!” Kiyabu expressed his praise with the damage output, And creation of a new <Weak Spot> for the party to exploit further. As his attention turned to Are's, Who took the initiative to deliver another strike of his own. Though their combined damage was nowhere near Wulfrin's, It was still better than doing nothing at all. Because they would gain not only levels, But actual combat experience in this battle with Terra Firma. ‘We just need to hold out a little longer..’ Kiyabu thought, As he patiently waited for another opportunity to strike at an opening. Which would eventually come.

While watching each party member deliver a strike of their own, Kiyabu eventually turned his attention to Wildfire. Who's blade nearly got stuck in the bosses thick hide, But luckily they were able to pull it free. ‘Phew.. That could have gotten ugly real quick..’ Kiyabu expressed a sense of relief, While gearing up to deliver a strike of his own. “<Round Accel>!” As he quickened his pace, To deliver two swift stabs at the boss.

Quote

Recovery: +1 EN

Post Action: [x2] ST-I Round Accel vs Terra Firma [4 EN] - Stamina = 24 Energy

Free Action: None

ID 237759 | BD 1 = 0 DMG to Terra Firma. Weak Spot triggered (50% Phase applied). Assault Mode activated.

[5] Wulfrin | HP: 627/829 | EN: 95/108 (108-13) | DMG: 26 | MIT:98 | ACC: 9 | AA | EVA: 2 (+1 CS) | BH:27 | REC: 8 | FRB: 40 | TXC-V: 32 | FRZ: 64 | LD:6 | PROSP:3 | ELF-S | STNG [x1]

[3] Ares-49789 | HP: 80/80 | EN: 22/26 | DMG: 4 | MIT:36 | ACC:2

[2] Kiyabu Hisao | HP: 80/80 | EN: 24/31 | DMG: 7 | MIT:18 | ACC:5 | EVA:1 | LD:1

[2] Wildfire | HP: 100/100 | EN: 26/28 | DMG: 3 | ACC 5 | MIT 4 | EVA 3 | BH 10 | LD 2 | Chest LD +1

Terra Firma | HP: 97/950 | DMG: 300 | MIT: 150 130 | ACC 1 | EVA 4 3| Rend 28 (1/2) | Player Stun Immune (0/3) | SHATTER 1 [-20 MIT, (0/3)] | Frostbite 40 [-1 ACC, (0/2)] | Toxic Venom 32 (0/3) | Assault Mode [EVA and ACC swapped] (0/1)

Abilities:

Move Swiftly | This boss is impervious to benefits provided by the Concentration skill. Additionally, all players suffer a -1 penalty to BD when attacking this boss.

Hard-Scaled | Paralysis, Paralytic Venom, and Freeze are ineffectual against this boss.

Deaf | This mob has no ears, and therefore is immune to the effects of debuff songs.

Weak Spots | On a Player's natural BD of 9 or 10 when attacking this creature, they will gain 50% Phase for that attack. This does not stack with the Phase enhancement.

Assault Mode | If a Player has exploited one of Terra Firma's <<Weak Spots>> during the battle, Terra Firma will activate <<Assault Mode>>. On an LD of 11+, this mob will identify stealthed Players. Its ACC and EVA will swap for the duration of its attack, then revert to normal. It will gain 50% Phase on a BD of 9, and 100% Phase on a BD of 10 or higher. BD modifiers such as ACC can activate these Phase attributes.

However, At the worst possible moment. Just as his Dagger struck the hardened scales of Terra Firma, Cracks started to form along the surface of its blade. Which could only mean one thing, Rasaka Fangs was at the very end of its durability. “NO!” This dagger had been by his side through thick and thin, So it held some sentimental value to him. But he couldn't grieve the loss of his weapon, Because Kiyabu needed to pull back swiftly. To avoid any potential attack directed at him.

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Rasaka Fang Durability has reached 0, Weapon has been lost!

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ID 237760 | BD 8 + 3 = 11 - 2 = 9 [Hit], DMG 300 - 98 Wulfrin's MIT = 202 DMG To Wulfrin, 28 [Rend] - 40 [Frostbite] - 32 [Toxic Venom] = 100 DoT to Terra Firma, Assault Mode is Ending.

Wulfrin · November 22

"Final push," Wulfrin muttered to himself as he prepared for the land shark's attack. "Hit me with your best shot."

He had witnessed Terra Firma's rage many times before, but he had yet to be on the receiving end. It did not disappoint. In a flash, Terra Firma ducked beneath the sands once again. A giant toothy maw upened beneath Wulfrin as Terra Firma began it's assault. The beast's jaw clamped around the swordsman's body. Wulfrin's entire body was pins and needles as the TV static like affect of the pain absorbers worked double time. Its prey successfully trapped, Terra Firma continued its movement, completely dislodging itself from the ground. Through the pseudo pain being inflicted upon him, Wulfrin's gaze found the large shadow the two were casting on the basin bellow. Once more his form dissolved into the void as he reappeared in Terra Firma's wake.

"Checkmate," Wulfrin said, a series of red puncture marks covering his body from the waist down.

With a flash of vibrant light from his sword art, blade met shark for the final time as Terra Firma went to dive back into the sands, only to burst into a cascading shower of small light particles. A window would appear before the party of four signifying the completion of the quest. For Wulfrin, that included the sweet loot drops from killing Terra Firma.

"That's that." Wulfrin said as he dusted his hands clean of sand. Combat over, Wulfrin's HP and Energy slowly began to rise; it would be a while before he was at full, but for now the danger was gone. "I'll escort us back to town. You guys are free to continue on your separate ways. I have a second easy carry through quest if you're interested, it will be a bit rougher of a time, but should still be doable. Otherwise my forge is open. It's called Sentinel Armaments and as far as I'm aware, I'm the only smith on Floor 22."

It didn't take long for the party to return to the warp gate.

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Spoiler

Recovery?: ID 237761 | CD 10 | +8 EN
Wulfrin regains 12 EN and 27 HP
Cooldowns: Rending Familiar (3/5)

Post Action: [x17] Tech-D vs Terra Firma (15 EN) -2 Stamina - 1 Well Rested (1/3) = 12 EN
Free Action:

ID 237762 | BD 6+9-4-1=10 hit | CD 7 | 26*17 = 442 - 110 - 332 DMG. Shatter stacked to 2 (-40 MIT). Target dies

[5] Wulfrin | HP: 627/829 | EN: 95/108 (95+12-12) | DMG: 26 | MIT:98 | ACC: 9 | AA | EVA: 2 (+1 CS) | BH:27 | REC: 8 | FRB: 40 | TXC-V: 32 | FRZ: 64 | LD:6 | PROSP:3 | ELF-S | STNG [x1]
[3] Ares-49789 | HP: 80/80 | EN: 22/26 | DMG: 4 | MIT:36 | ACC:2
[2] Kiyabu Hisao | HP: 80/80 | EN: 24/31 | DMG: 7 | MIT:18 | ACC:5 | EVA:1 | LD:1
[2] Wildfire | HP: 100/100 | EN: 26/28 | DMG: 3 | ACC 5 | MIT 4 | EVA 3 | BH 10 | LD 2 | Chest LD +1

Terra Firma | HP: 97/950 | DMG: 300 | MIT: 150 110 | ACC 1 0| EVA 4 | Rend 28 (1/2) | Player Stun Immune (1/3) | SHATTER 2 [-40 MIT, (1/3)] | Frostbite 40 [-1 ACC, (1/2)] | Toxic Venom 32 (1/3)
Abilities:
Move Swiftly | This boss is impervious to benefits provided by the Concentration skill. Additionally, all players suffer a -1 penalty to BD when attacking this boss.
Hard-Scaled | Paralysis, Paralytic Venom, and Freeze are ineffectual against this boss.
Deaf | This mob has no ears, and therefore is immune to the effects of debuff songs.
Weak Spots | On a Player's natural BD of 9 or 10 when attacking this creature, they will gain 50% Phase for that attack. This does not stack with the Phase enhancement.
Assault Mode | If a Player has exploited one of Terra Firma's <<Weak Spots>> during the battle, Terra Firma will activate <<Assault Mode>>. On an LD of 11+, this mob will identify stealthed Players. Its ACC and EVA will swap for the duration of its attack, then revert to normal. It will gain 50% Phase on a BD of 9, and 100% Phase on a BD of 10 or higher. BD modifiers such as ACC can activate these Phase attributes.

Looting Terra Firma:
ID 237763 | CD 6 | LD 19 + 6 + 1 = 26
Results:
17,765 Col: (950 * 17, incl- CD even, Prosp 3, Roll. +10% (Col stash/deposit)
+2 Mats (LD Odd)
Items:
T4 Unidentified Perfect Weapons: 237763a, 237763b, 237763c

Edited November 22 by Wulfrin

Ares-49789 · November 25

Ares couldn't help but laugh as soon as the window popped up, his breathing still irregular as his lungs begged for air. That had been easy but that fact was only due to Wulfrin he had done everything, he had carried them and practically gave them all those sweet sweet experience points for free, he had only been able to deal the great amount of 3 damage to the boss, it was only fitting for the high-level player to get all the available loot, he was no scammer and had his own pride, pride that took off the picture him fighting for any of the loot. Ares saved his mace on the inventory and looked where the shark had stood once, he'd come back later and he'd kill it for real that time, but for now he needed better equipment and even more levels to be able to get some skills that could make that possible, maybe even find a party that was in need of a tank to spend some time with them and learn the robes, he wasn't really on a hurry for that tho

As they came back to the warp gate he approached Wulfrin

"Hey, if you think that mission is still available and i won't be much of a hindrance, i'd like to go with you" he said, scratching his skull "Also after that I'd like to get some new equipment that would help with leveling and all of that, so if you could take me to your shop I'd be more than glad to place an order or buy something, of course, if you want. I can't make you do it if you have other things to do, it would be understandable" Ares was nervous, he considered himself good at talking to people, but he had lost some of his people skills since he had come to the death game, seemed like hiding away at the town of the beginnings had some everlasting consequences, specially when it came to shame when talking to players that had been able to leave the fear behind and level up in the front lines and unlock the middle floors. He didn't quite know how to talk to them, they were kind of heroes for him, that was one of the reasons he wanted to go up quickly, but not too quickly, he wanted to join them and do his part by fighting to the end of the game. If some lunatic had locked them up for his own amusement to see them fight monsters to the death then he'd pay him accordingly

Wildfire · November 27

Their eyes still on Kiyabu their heart sinks as the glittering pieces of a broken item surround and rise above their teammate. I hope he has a spare, maybe I can throw him my guandao? I don’t know how helpful that would be.

Echo’s train of thought was abruptly ended

Echo watched in awe as the beast lurched from the sand coming down with fury upon Wulfrin. Sitting in stunned silence which was furthered by two factors. One, Wulfrin was still alive, and two that the beast stopped moving and a dialog box appeared in front of each of them. I will have to give some thought to this skill later. I am not sure how useful it will be to me but if I ever need to be a pseudo dps it might be worth knowing how it works. It is crazy how short of work Wufrin made of that creature, and to think he got hit and is just up and walking away like its not even an issue. Are all of the frontliners like that? Just how powerful are the floor boss’ that multiple people with that kind of strength have to worry about death. The prospect is horrifying.

Walking back to the group Echo approaches Kiyabu, trying to find a good time to strike up a conversion

“H-hey I saw what happened to your dagger, and I know you probably aren't really proficient with it but if you want you can have this old halberd. It was my starter weapon so it's nothing fancy but any weapon is better than nothing right? If not that's okay. Here I will leave the trade request open and you can decide if you want it or not.” Echo, getting flustered at how much they were talking, sends the trade request to Kiyabu and then does their best to fall into the background.

Meekly in reply to Wulfrin’s offer Echo does their best to put forth their buy in. “I would be willing to go on another of these. Hopefully I will be able to get First Aid with this boost and then I can truly do support. Here let me…” Echo opens their menu and sends a friend request to each of the others. “You give me a ping when you are ready and I would be happy to join you.”

As they approach the platform, Echo does their best to break off discreetly, the lull allowing an opportunity for their anxiety to reach them once more. They make their way back to the town of beginnings back to the inn for a good night and an okay meal

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WC: 440

Offered to Kiyabu

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Uncommon T1 | Halberd

DMG Enchantment

Kiyabu Hisao · Wednesday at 10:59 PM

Whilst pulling back quickly, Kiyabu witnessed Terra Firma burrowing underneath the sandy terrain once again. As the boss locked onto its next target, Which happened to be their high level party leader Wulfrin. Who took the piercing bite of this boss head-on like a unit. “Looks like it's finally over.” After those words left his lips, Kiyabu reached a hand up to the mask. As he unequipped it. “Nicely done, Wulfrin!” While giving some words of praise, A notification popped with a congratulatory message from Abdullah. On their success in defeating Terra Firma. “Wait.. How did he know?” He found this questionable prompt rather confusing, Since Kiyabu could only see the party around this boss arena.

Though his curiosity was piqued, Kiyabu had something more important to do. And it was looking for a replacement for the recently departed Rasaka Fang dagger. That he lost in this boss fight. “After losing my dagger to this boss, I'll definitely pay your forge a visit.. Because without a weapon, I'll not be able to join that second carry through quest of yours.” Kiyabu chuckled, Before taking Wulfrin up on his offer. “But thanks again for the opportunity to fight alongside a frontliner.” As he held out his hand offering this veteran player a firm handshake.

After a brief conversation with Wulfrin, Kiyabu heard another voice timidly speaking up. “Oh hey.” He gave a subtle smile to Echo. While listening attentively to their words. “Yeah, It's a shame.. To have lost Rasaka Fang, It too was my first weapon.” Kiyabu had a hint of sadness behind his eyes talking about it. “Hm!” That's when he noticed a trade prompt appear. “Um.. While it's true, I'm not really proficient in polearms.. But if I did accept this trade of yours, It would be more of a symbol.. Of our camaraderie..” He mentioned, Before sending Echo a friend request. “If you ever want to hang out or go on a quest together, Feel free to send me a message.” Kiyabu added with a smile. While accepting the trade offer, To hold onto his Halberd.

[Accepting Wildfire's trade offer, As a token of camaraderie.]

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