[Clash Of Blades Season 1] Week 5: Jomei vs Katoka

[Kindling 0]

A Mountaintop so far in the sky, that it's upper reaches and summit are permanently shrouded in thick, white clouds, obscuring the home of the gods from view. Olympia. Reminiscent of it's real life counterpart, Olympus, the grey rocks of granite, marble, and unquarried stone stand all as a stark reminder of the divinity of it's inhabitants. It was difficult to describe, something about the face of that natural structure screamed perfection. As though Cardinal itself injected the word into the mind of any who gazed upon it. Though, in effect, it was much like a museum artifact; you could look, but not touch. Guardians, in their shining bronze and brass armor stood vigilant, their long spears pointed up, their round shields held to cover most of their torso and neck. Impeccably on guard, and with godlike discipline, each of those sentinels stood perfectly still in their perimeter around the base of this most sacred mount. Any who stepped too close, would be met with their spears being lifted and slamming the ground all in unison, creating a thunder that cracked off the rocks and throughout the dusty highlands surrounding it's starting point. Just out of their range, there was a large, oblong rectangle of sorts. More of a stretched out oval, really. There, the various independent city-states of the floor would gather, once every four years and hold their games. Where they would bring their most talented athletes, those blessed by their very own gods to have the physicality, and the intellect to match strategy and dedication to their constant, relentless diligence and practice. 

It was there that the elder statesmen and the kings of the surrounding area had agreed to allow Kindling and Minako to host their own version of the games. With the sales pitch that, much like the denizens of Floor 17, there were talented individuals among the players. That they deserved a chance to shine, that they also craved the entertainment, and the adoration that came through victory and participation in a competition. That players needed a sport to be at least somewhat deadly to truly express their gifts, and find their thrill. Something to which those rulers and representatives were sympathetic to, understanding that players often charged head first into danger, constantly risking their lives. It made sense that their "fun" would need to match the stakes.

Though, there was no real chance of death. Kindling stood up from his lounging chair, bringing his hands together as he looked over to the collection men and women from Athenaia who had been hired to play their instruments of Lyres, Kithara, Aulos, Pan pipes and flutes, Tambourines, and Sistrums. With that call, they began warming up, and then one by one, playing. Filling the air first with the horn to heed the attention of all those in attendance. Ths week boasted a decent turn out, at least of NPCs. Those who could afford the time to travel from their far reaching cities throughout the floor, and make the journey to watch a day full of fights among those who their tales spoke of players. Many believing that some were akin to the heroes and tragic figures in their tales and epics. Kindling was dressed for the occasion, in his mix of robes and toga, accented with dark red silk, paired with those shin-sandals often depicted for people of this time period.

The host stepped out, bringing his voice over the rows separated by lists and columns for the crowd. His arms raised high above his head, and slowly lowering flatly in front of him. 

"Spectators and Combatants! Countrymen and Comrades!"

He began simply with that boom of introduction throughout the clearing.

"Today, we gather here to begin another week of our glorious competition! Today, we welcome the admiration, and the focus of the very Gods in Olympia themselves. Tired are the stories of old, they say. Exhausted of hearing of Kings on boats, or the forgotten bastards of heroes who rise. Of Labyrinths and Minotaur, of a ship that none can identify the origin. No - Today we shall give both the Gods, and Prometheus's humble creation of wisdom - all of those in attendance - new stories to tell. New legends to breathe life and light into their existence!"

He put his hands out to the side, a signal for the first two combatants to step into their respective sides of the long line of the clearing. "To my left, the first of those would-be Heroes, A man who was flawless up to last week, who looks like something out of an old Nottingham story, dressed in his green, and already with the eyes of others on him, yet manages to still address his opponents respectfully, - ITS JOMEI!" Letting the homemade confetti of some of the spectators fly out and land in the opening of the arena, as well as any of the cheering and clapping that accompanied it. 

"To my right, the second of potential myths, A woman on a winstreak, she remains undefeated in one versus one combat throughout the weeks, she hits hard, and then moves fast, a true challenge to any who get matched with her - ITS KATOKA!" Another similar moment to allow the appropriate fanfare, as well as any taunting that the fans of each side gave toward the other. After all, it wouldn't be a sport if those spectating didn't act rowdy, loud, and got in each other's face. 

Then, Kindling raised a flat palm directly in front of him. "The Gods seek their own entertainment. They wish to see those who fight here today to ascend, to break the mold of mundanity. They bestow their divine boon upon those in contest!" No sooner had Kindling gotten the sentence out, then there was a stir in the clouds above. A yellow lightning bolt flashed down in an instant, striking the empty brazier of bronze that stood in the direct center of the two combatants. In the UI of both those fighting, they'd find a second health bar appear and fill up directly underneath their first. Doubling their HP maximum. 

"It is best to not keep them waiting. Speak to your fellow legend now, and prepare your blades. On my mark..." Giving the crowd a moment of bated breath before the host would lower his hand, and the horn would sound to begin their fight.

~~~Σ~~~Ω~~~θ~~~

Welcome to the Fifth week of Clash of Blades - Heroes of Olympia! This week's thematic is fairly simple; The Event Shop has some Greek-Myth inspired armaments and items, and whatever your HP is after calculations - Double it.
 There has been several changes from last week, so please be sure to have the Informational at the ready!
Another soft reminder to NOT use outside items. Please use only the items purchased in the Event Shop.

 

Spoiler

• Please remember to LINK your Spreadsheet, and triple check that all your stats are correct. Failure to do so before the actual combat begins will result in a loss by default. Going forward, we will be taking a much more hardline stance on this rule. The reason for that is out of respect for the time and energy of the hosts, and your fellow participants. 
• TECH-A is disabled this week, and cannot be used. Get your stuns and CC somewhere else!
• @Jomei @Katoka

 

 

 

[Jomei 0]

Jomei the emerald duelist //spreadsheet

Spoiler   notes Level: 34 | Paragon: 77 | Tier: 4(12)  Jomei | HP: 980/980 | EN: 136/136 | DMG: 21 | MIT: 44| ACC:3 | TAUNT | F-SPIRIT | EVA:4 | BH:54 | HB: 43 | VAMP-D: 108 | BLI: 32/-20  | LD:1        Equipment: Fragarach : AA | HLY | FLN | FLN Vestige of St. Patrick: HB | MIT | EVA | EVA Alateron's Will: ACC | ACC | ACC equipped Fragarach Vestige of St. Patrick Alateron's Will battle-ready inventory Shell Crystal Noble Vampire's Knife Basilisk Fang   Scintillating Blade (HLY 2 | BLT | PHS) skills Spoiler Skills Rapier R5 | TECH Spec. Combat Mastery DMG R3 Cloth Armor R5 Charge B Healing R5 Energist MA R2 Howl Fighting Spirit Quick Change Extra: Survival   Parry Forgotten King's Authority Assault Mode  Lady Luck Meditation Concentration Mods Athletics Emergency Recovery Vengeful Riposte Justified Riposte Addons Stamina  Focus Precision Nimble Focused Howl data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP///wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw== data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP///wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw== data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP///wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw== buffs Spoiler Housing Buffs Well Rested: -1 energy cost for the first three expenditures of each combat     Squeaky Clean: The first time you would suffer DoT damage in a thread, reduce damage taken from DoT each turn by 25% (rounded down)     Tasty: Turn 2 identical food items (same quality, tier, & enhancements) into a Lesser Feast. Relaxed: Increases out of combat HP regen by (5 * Tier HP) and decreases full energy regen to 2 Out of Combat Posts. Filling: Increase the effectiveness of a single food item consumed in a thread by +1 T1 slot. This can exceed normal Cook enhancement caps.  Multipurpose: Gain +1 to LD, Stealth Rating, Stealth Detection, or Prosperity to one post in a thread. Can be applied after a roll Item Stash: +1 BRI slot Advanced Training: +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. data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP///wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw== data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP///wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw== data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP///wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==

Deep breaths..

Back pressed against the stone of the dimly lit tunnel, absentmindedly staring at sconce bolted to the wall across from him. The flame shook and flickered as the corridor shook, the cheering and stomping of today's spectators causing the entire arena to tremble under their feet. Slowly pulling a hand from his pocket, Jomei would raise the small stone he clasped within his palm. Smooth and rounded on one end, jagged on the other. With a thumb and forefinger, he held the seemingly mundane rock over the fire he had been staring at. Almost a perfect match. 

Silence finally fell, the rumbling of the arena stopped as the applause fell to a whisper. Once Kindling's booming voice filled the arena, Jomei knew it was time to step out into the light once more. 

One last, elongated exhale through barely parted lips.

The muffled roar of the crowd suddenly became a cacophony of voices - some cheering his name, some cursing it, others just calling for blood. The great mountain of Olympia stood tall as the backdrop for today's battles, the eyes of the gods upon them. They expected entertainment. They would receive it. Olive gaze focused on what was before him, the ginger would toss the small stone into the air. Pulling it from the air as it fell in front of him, the stone came to life as his fingers clenched its surface once more. A ring of flame traveled up Jomei's one sleeved arm before engulfing the cloak that fell down his back. Instead of scorching the fabric, it was left with a red and orange coloring - rather than the usual green that he always wore. Embers still burned at the tail of the cape, and tiny trails of smoke rose from his tall collar as if it were a smokestack.

"Suppose there's no need for introductions." he would say through a chuckle, gesturing his head towards Kindling. Jomei didn't know much about his opponent, other than that she was a fellow frontliner. "Hits hard, moves fast, huh?" Jomei would refer to her with a smirk. "No wonder you're undefeated." Reaching a hand across his body, he would slowly retrieve his rapier from its scabbard. The metal blade scraping along its housing until it was free and at his opposite side, ready to be used. 

"Lets change that, shell we?" 

 // Trial By Fire buff applied

Initiative | ID 243063 | LD 6

Jomei | HP: 400/400 | EN: 43/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:2 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:13 | HB: 9 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2            
                                                                                                       

[Katoka 0]

The fact that she had made it as far as she had in the singles battles was surprising to Katoka. She was certain that the others she had been put up against would have put in down long ago. However it had seemed that she somehow managed to slip through each time. Her previous match with Night had been close enough that she was certain that would have been it, the only thing saving her being her contingency plans of items. Reflecting on her past matches in the hallway leading to the arena, the samurai quickly shoveled food into her mouth. The extra health and other buffs would once again be a little boon in her pocket.

The roar of the crowd followed by Kindling's introduction arrived just as she managed to finish her meal. With a final gulp Kat pounded her chest, attempting to work the food down faster as she wiped her mouth. With a hurried pace she emerged from the hallway, grimacing as the sudden change in light levels but quickly turning it into a wave to the crowd. Turning her attention to her opponent she did her best to assess Jomei with a glance. She of course knew that she couldn't really form a strategy this way, but she wanted to at least see if she could get a glance at his weapon.

She smirked at his remark on her win streak, "I didn't think I would make it this far, so it would make sense for someone to eventually knock me off my pedestal." She stole a quick glace at his sword, a rapier and arched a brow. "You sure you want to use that little guy? I would hate to break it."

She didn't give him much time to respond before she vanished with a whoosh, kicking up loose sand and leaving behind a vaguely human shape of black electricity. She reappeared in front of him mid swing, her sword art whining and giving off a blue night as it struck the man in green in a downward slash. The clouds grumbled overhead, the samurai was unsure of whether it was her sword or the gods this time.

----

Initiative:
ID#: 243065 | LD: 19

Katoka Consumes:

Dragon Heart - 10% Bonus maximum Health
Assorted Sushi Plate - Ignore the first negative status ailment that afflicts you

Main Action: [x8] ST-I : -8 EN
Swift Action:

ID#: 243107 | BD: 6+3-2=7 HIT! | [Fallen Proc] 14*8=112-26 MIT = 86 DMG vs Jomei!

Katoka | HP: 440/440 | EN: 35/43 (43-8) | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4
Jomei | HP: 314/400 (400-86) | EN: 43/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:2 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:12 | HB: 8 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2

Spoiler

Character Sheet

Name: Katoka, The Cerulean Storm True Tier: 7
Level: 10
Paragon Level: 0
HP: 200/200
EN: 43/43

Stats:
Damage: 10
Mitigation: 30
Accuracy: 3
Evasion: 1
Battle Healing: 6
Stealth Rating: -1
REC: 2
FLN: 4
HLY: 4
Equipped Gear:
Weapon/Armor/Trinket:
- Muramasa's Legacy | T4/Demonic/Katana | Holy II, Fallen II
Armor/Trinket:
- Oni Haori | T4/Demonic/Light Armor | MIT 2, REC 2
Shield/Armor/Trinket:
- Aquamarine | T4 Demonic Trinket | ACC III, EVA I

Combat Mastery:
- Combat Mastery: Damage R3

Combat Shift:
- ST Shift

Familiar Skill:
- Rending Familiar

Custom Skill:
-

Skills:
- Battle Healing R3
- Energist
- Extended Weight Limit
- Katana R3
- Light Armor R3

Extra Skills:
- Concentration
- Forgotten King's Authority
- Frozen Hide

Inactive Extra Skills:
- Survival
- Parry
- Photosynthesize

Addons:
- Ferocity
- Precision
- Resolve
- Stamina

Mods:
- Meticulous
- Vengeful Riposte

Inactive Mods:

Battle Ready Inventory:

Housing Buffs:
- Bedroom: -1 energy cost for the first two expenditures of each combat
- Bathroom: The first time you would suffer DoT damage in a thread, reduce damage taken from DoT each turn by 20% (rounded down)
- 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.
- 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
- Slime Farm: +5% 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:
- Trading Hall: Reduce LD needed for Salvage by 5 (10+ for Alchemist crystals, 6+ for everything else). +2 EXP per craft. Rank 9 crafters and Rank 4 merchants/performers receive +1 crafting/identification attempt per day. Rank 10 crafters and Rank 5 merchants/performers receive +2 crafting/identification attempts per day.
- 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:

Gathering Profession:

 

Edited March 12 by Katoka

[Jomei 0]

Static clung to the air as the samurai before him vanished in a literal flash. Eyes widened as he sharply inhaled, shocked at the sheer speed his opponent was exhibiting. Shit, she's fast. The message carried from his brain to his limbs, screaming at him to move. But by then, it was too late. 

A literal flash.

Cold steel cut deep into his torso, but colder was that dark energy from Katoka's blade that seeped into the wound. Raising both of his arms to his front, he would shove the ashen haired warrior away and kick up into a backflip to create some additional distance. The moment his boots would hit the earth, he would rush Katoka, hoping to catch them on their back foot. A quick flourish, twirling the weapon with a flick of the wrist, and he was on the attack. A powerful jab towards Katoka, his rapier would shimmer with golden light as his sword art activated. 

Her defense was just as quick as her offense, and the tip of Jomei's rapier cut through nothing but the air beside his target's shoulder. A miss like that, and he was easily in range for a counter attack from Katoka. His battle healing had hardly recovered a fraction of his health, and another hit from that katana could put him at a major disadvantage. So with a swift swipe of his free hand, the ginger summoned a small crystal, reminiscent of a swirling shell. Shattering the item withing a clenched fist, he would boost his defense. Better to be safe than sorry. 

"You've got jokes" his words spoken through a light laugh "and a cannon to back it up. I can respect that." A quick point with his blade, to the empty space where Katoka had once stood, "And the lightning, that's a neat trick." He pondered on his words for a moment before shrugging his shoulders, "I'll be deadly honest, don't know whether to be terrified or attracted right now."

//Main Action
-> Recovery | +13 BH, +9 HB

-> Tech-C | ID 243119 | BD 1(+4)(-1) | Miss (-2 EN)

//Swift Action
Shell Crystal | +15 MIT (-2) EN

(//Note: Subtracted -4 HP due to Flame Aura)
Katoka | HP: 436/440 | EN: 35/43| DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4
Jomei | HP: 336/400 | EN: 39/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 41 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:2 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:13 | HB: 9 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2 | SHELL (1/3)

[Katoka 0]

"I'm flattered truly," Katoka grinned as she put some space between the two of them, "But I'm no good for you."

The samurai moved, her feet moving almost on their own accord. Despite her quip about his weapon, the thin little sword that her opponent wielded seemed to be much more durable than she initially thought. She circled the man in green, keeping her eyes on him as she held her blade at an angle that hid it from view. "For one thing, you're much to handsome. Handsome men tend to play the field a bit too much." As she spoke her blade began to glow, the light of her sword art barely visible in the sunlight.

"Second, I play for the other team so you and I just aren't compatible." with a burst of black electricity Kat disappeared once again, an after image fading in the blink of an eye. Only for her to reappear right in from of Jomei, ducking under his blade and thrusting her katana into his chest and sinking it nearly to the hilt. As the steel emerged from his back a bolt of lighting erupted from the tip and crashed into a marble column near the audience, sending rubble crashing into the arena.

Leaning in she grinned as she whispered into his ear, "And you should probably be a little afraid sweetheart."

----

Katoka regains +1 EN
Katoka regains +13 HP via BH

Main Action: [x11] ST-II : -11 EN
Swift Action: None

ID#: 243175 | BD: 6+3-2=7 HIT! | [Fallen Proc] 14*11=154-41 MIT = 113 DMG vs. Jomei

Katoka takes 4 DMG via Flame Aura!

Katoka | HP: 436/440 (436+13-4) | EN: 25/43 (35+1-11) | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4
Jomei | HP: 221/400 (334-113) | EN: 39/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 41 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:2 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:12 | HB: 8 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2 | SHELL (1/3)

Edited March 15 by Katoka

[Jomei 0]

Katoka began to circle Jomei, like a vulture stalking its prey. Holding his ground, the duelist would slowly turn in place to keep her in front of him at all times. A steady hand kept the tip of his rapier pointed at her chest, while vigilant eyes waited for any tell of her next move. Firing back at Jomei, she gently shot down his flirtatious remarks. A balled fist clenched at his chest dramatically "Ouch, rejected. Did I lose health from that emotional damage?" His shining smirk would hint that he was playing it up. 

"Ah, just giving credit where it's due, and just having a little fun. Mean nothing by it." A small glint of Katoka's katana caught his eye, the familiar glow of a sword art. Hardly enough time to react, he would plant his feet in the dirt and ready his defense. Hardly enough time, but still not enough. The rapier would cut through nothing but air, his opponent's head ducking right under the arc of his strike. Move, Move! his body screamed, and as he took that single step back, Katoka's katana followed. 

Coughing up a spurt of bright red, simulated blood, he glanced down at the hilt of the katana.. its handguard pressing into the ginger's abdomen. Hushed remarks from his opponent tickled his ear, and confirmed that he should be fearful of her. "Really shaking in my boots over here." he chuckled, though it sounded more like a pained grunt. While the feeling of having a sword run through you was never a pleasant one, he bore with it for a moment longer. He would be foolish to not take advantage of the closed distance between them. 

With one swift motion, Jomei would reach behind his back and under his cloak with his left hand. Pulling an ornate dagger from a hidden scabbard, he would twirl the weapon between his fingers to switch to a reverse grip. Raising the blade up over their heads, he would drive it downwards and sink it into the muscle between Katoka's shoulder and neck. The blood red handle pulsed and warmed within Jomei's palm, blessing him with a small boon of health. A moment later, the knife shattered - its single use expended. Now the katana was overstaying its welcome in his chest. Raising a boot and twisting his hips, he would kick Katoka off of him with a front kick. A quick second to grasp at the slowly healing hole in his chest before he sprinted forward to catch Kat before she recovered. Two diagonal cuts with his rapier that formed an 'X' and a stab right down the center. 

//Main Action
-> Recovery | +13 BH, +9 HB, +1 EN

-> Tech-C + Charge | ID 243176 | BD 4(+4)(-2) 6 HIT (-14 EN)
10+3 x 8 = 104(-30) = 74 DMG

//Swift Action
Noble Vampire's Knife | 20 Dmg, +20 HP (-2 EN)

Katoka | HP: 342/440 | EN: 25/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4
Jomei | HP: 265/400 | EN: 23/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 41 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:2 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:13 | HB: 9 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2 | SHELL (2/3) | CHG (1/3) | Counter 25%

[Katoka 0]

Katoka knew that standing right in front of her enemy with her sword in his chest was just asking for a counter of some sort. However she couldn't resist teasing the man just a bit, especially when he was so open with doing the same. Her mistake was of course met with a dagger in the meat of her neck, which of course caused her to react as though she didn't see it coming. A firm boot to the chest followed by a flip and a quick double diagonal slash was just what to doctor ordered to snap the samurai back into focus.

Kat returned to circling Jomei, mirroring him as they both rounded the arena like hungry sharks that had just scented the blood of something delicious. "It's a shame you know," she called across the battlefield, "I don't want to embarrass you in front of all these people." She smirked as she readied herself for another attack. "Then again, it might be cute to see you get all red in the face."

The energy that gathered around Katoka shifted in color, changing from a glowing black to a pearlescent white. Taking a step forward, this time there was no sound. There was no delay. One moment she was there, the next she was in front of the Emerald Duelist with her katana already finished in its swing. There was a new wound on his chest, red and gaping. After a split second red virtual blood erupted form the cut, lingering bolts of holy electricity seeming to crawl across his skin.

Learning her lesson from last time the Cerulean Storm retreated to a safe distance in order to begin their dance once again.

----

Katoka regains +1 EN
Katoka regains +13 HP via BH

Main Action: [x8] ST-I : -8 EN
Swift Action: None

ID#: 243230 | BD: 9 CRIT! | [Holy Proc] 15*8= 120-41 MIT = 79-19 via Counter = 60 DMG vs Jomei!

Katoka | HP: 351/440 (342+13-4) | EN: 18/43 (25+1-8) | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4
Jomei | HP: 201/400 (261-60) | EN: 23/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 41 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:2 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:12 | HB: 8 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2 | SHELL (2/3) | CHG (1/3)

Edited March 20 by Katoka

[Jomei 0]

Radiant energy poured from Katoka's blade as it cut clean through Jomei's chest. The fresh wound burned, emitting that same bright, holy light that Katoka hit him with. Even without the sensation of pain, the numbing heat was just as unbearable. Truly a taste of his own medicine, and it didn't feel good. However, there was no time to lick his wounds, no time to gawk at Katoka's power and speed. If he wanted to stand a chance, he needed to be just as fast and hit just as hard. 

"Embarrass me?" the ginger scoffed as the scalding feeling finally dissipated. "You're going to have to try a lot harder than that if you want to make me blush." Lowering his rapier to his side, he would tap the tip of the blade into the ground where his own shadow was cast. An inky black would crawl up the blade, like some symbiote created from darkness itself, imbuing the blade with a necrotic energy that contrasted from the radiant energy she hit him with. 

"Let's end this waltz." A flash of green, attempting to mimic Katoka's own disappearing act, he would appear once more beside her. Sparks would rain onto the ground at their feet as his rapier collided with her katana, over and over again. She had proven that her hit and run tactics were working against him, but how would her defense fair if she did not give her that chance to retreat? A swift barrage from all sides, moving as fast as his body - and Cardinal- would allow him. Catching her katana with a parrying swipe, he would open up her chest for a quick attack. Three quick thrusts, one to the thigh, another to her abdomen, and a final strike to her chest. Each strike burst with dark energy, like tiny shockwaves of shadow that tore through her defenses. "You want to embarrass me? Stop running away and face me head on. Unless you're scared." He beamed confidently in her face.

//Main Action

-> Recovery | +13 BH, +9 HB, +1 EN
ST-1 | ID 241231 | BD 6(+4)(-1) Hit | Fallen Procs.(-8 EN)
8x10(+4)=112(-30) = 82 DMG 

//Swift Action 
--- 

(//Note: Fixing a discrepancy in Jomei's EN. Should be +1)

Katoka | HP: 269/400 | EN: 18/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4
Jomei | HP: 227/400 | EN: 17/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 41 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:2 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:13 | HB: 9 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2 | SHELL (3/3) | CHG (2/3)

[Katoka 0]

She had been too careless this fight. Having Jomei move in a flash much in the same way she did caught Kat off guard. Put on the defensive she parried and guarded as quickly as she could, her blade moving in a near blur in an attempt to keep up with the rapier wielder. The duelist left very few windows for her to attack, pressing her further and further back. Her eyes flared and a wild grin spread across her face. If she wasn't careful the hungry curse that resided in her blade would take over again.

Despite her worry the Cerulean Storm remained in control. This match was putting her through the ringer, but she was enjoying it much more than she had anticipated. "Face you head on? Just remember, you asked for this." Katoka shifted her footing, bringing her katana upwards in an arc that caught Jomei's sword at just the right angle. The thin blade ricocheted upwards with the clang of metal that was much too dense for what either of the swords were made of. This was the opening she needed.

She went on the offensive now. Her weapon moving faster and faster, beginning to match the speed of her opponent. Sparks sprayed with each hit, this being the only indicator to the audience that the weapons were even meeting. Over head thunder rumbled once again and in response Kat landed a blow to Jomei's ribs, sending him sliding back with a fresh wound to his side. Normally she would have taken the opportunity to put some distance between the two of them, however this time simply leapt forward and brought her katana down in a heavy slam. Her attack had been stopped however by the man before her, their blades locked together and motionless for the first time in several minutes.

Through strained teeth Katoka gave Jomei a devilish grin, "Don't give up on me now, I'm starting to have fun."

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Katoka regains +1 EN
CD 8 (Rec Proc ID#: 243232) +2 EN
Katoka regains +13 HP via BH

Main Action: [x11] ST-II : -11 EN
Swift Action: None

ID#: 243233 | BD: 9 CRIT! | [Holy Proc] 15*11=165-41 MIT = 124 DMG vs Jomei!

Katoka | HP: 278/400 (269+13-4) | EN: 10/43 (18+3-11) | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4
Jomei | HP: 97/400 | EN: 17/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 41 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:2 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:12 | HB: 8 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2 | SHELL (3/3) | CHG (2/3)

Edited March 21 by Katoka

[Jomei 0]

A crash of thunder on a day where no storms loomed in the distance. The gods of Olympia were either expressing pleasure with their performance, or disdain that no blood was being drawn. Katoka seemed to take it as the latter, and their furious, clashing of blades was interrupted as she snuck in past his defense. The color drained from his knuckles, fingers digging into the wrapped leather hilt as he clenched. His body stung, even in the absence of pain, and he could feel it beginning to take its toll on him. His natural healing working overtime to keep him afloat, but each slice of that katana put him closer and closer to defeat. 

However, just as sweat slicked his forehead, he could see that same exhaustion starting to take a hold on Katoka. Her shoulders rising and falling with heavier breaths, they were both reaching their limit. Perhaps this was the opportunity he was looking for, to turn the tide of battle in his favor. "Give up? Oh I don't think so." he'd sneer at Kat through the pixelated sparks that leapt from where their weapons met. Retrieving a dagger-like fang from from another hidden sheath under his cloak, he would slice at Kat's exposed midsection before jabbing it into her hip. Then, with an over the head arc, he would slam his own blade down atop his opponent, cutting her shoulder to opposite hip. "I'm just getting started." 

//Main Action
-> Recovery | +13 BH, +9 HB, +1 EN
ST-II | ID 243435 | BD8(+4)(-1) Hit | Fallen Procs. (-11 EN)
11x14= 154(-30) = 124 DMG 

//Swift Action 
Basilisk Fang | T2.ENV(O)// 16dmg/4turns (-2 EN)

Katoka | HP: 154/400 | EN: 10/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4 | ENV-O 16 (0/4)
Jomei | HP: 125/400 | EN: 4/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:2 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:13 | HB: 9 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2  | CHG (3/3)

[Katoka 0]

PH

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Katoka regains +1 EN
CD 4 (NO Rec Proc ID#: 243236)
Katoka regains +13 HP via BH

Main Action: [x8] ST-I : -8 EN
Swift Action: None

ID#: 243237 | BD: 9 CRIT! | [Holy Proc] 15*8= 120-26 MIT = 94 DMG vs Jomei!

Katoka | HP: 147/400 (154+13-16-4) | EN: 3/43 (10+1-8) | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4 | ENV-O 16 (0/4)
Jomei | HP: 31/400 (125-94) | EN: 4/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:2 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:13 | HB: 9 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2  | CHG (3/3)

Edited March 14 by Katoka

[Jomei 0]

::PH::

//Main Action
-> Recovery | +13 BH, +9 HB, +1 EN
Rest (+10 EN)

//Swift Action 
->Evade +1 EVA (-2 EN)

Katoka | HP: 147/400  | EN: 3/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4 | ENV-O 16 (1/4)
Jomei | HP: 53/400  | EN: 13/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:3 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:13 | HB: 9 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2 |

[Katoka 0]

PH

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Katoka regains +1 EN
CD 9 (Rec Proc (ID#: 243239) +2 EN
Katoka regains +13 HP via BH

Main Action: Rest +10 EN
Swift Action: None

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Katoka | HP: 144/400 (147+13-16)  | EN: 16/43 (3+3+10) | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4 | ENV-O 16 (2/4)
Jomei | HP: 53/400  | EN: 13/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:3 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:13 | HB: 9 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2 |

Edited March 14 by Katoka

[Jomei 0]

::PH::

//Main Action
-> Recovery | +13 BH, +9 HB, +1 EN
Rest (+10 EN)

//Swift Action 
->Evade +1 EVA (-2 EN)

Katoka | HP: 144/400  | EN: 16/43 (3+3+10) | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4 | ENV-O 16 (2/4)
Jomei | HP: 75/400  | EN: 22/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:3 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:13 | HB: 9 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2 |

[Katoka 0]

PH

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Katoka regains +1 EN
CD 7 (Rec Proc ID#: 243242) +2 EN
Katoka regains +13 HP via BH

Main Action: [x8] ST-I : -8 EN
Swift Action: None

ID#: 243243 | BD: 6+3-3 HIT! | [Fallen Proc] 14*8=112-26 MIT = 86 DMG vs Jomei!

Katoka | HP: 141/400 (114+13-16) | EN: 11/43 (16+3-8) | DMG: 10 | MIT:30 | ACC:3 | EVA:1 | BH:13 | REC: 2 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 4 | ENV-O 16 (2/4)
Jomei | HP: 0/400  | EN: 22/43 | DMG: 10 | MIT:26 | ACC:3 | AA  | F-SPIRIT | EVA:3 | FL.AURA: 4 | BH:13 | HB: 9 | FLN: 4 | HLY: 2 |

Edited March 14 by Katoka