[SP - F1] Eggcelsior! COMPLETE!

[Seul 1]

The blades of grass that made up the fields of the first floor were swept up in a magical dance as the light breeze passed by. It truly was a fine day to go hunt down materials. With his level finally raised, Seul was confident enough to venture out on his own on the first floor. Any monsters he'd encounter would have a tough time bringing down his health and he'd be able to dispatch them quite easily despite not having an upgraded weapon. The beast on today's menu was ostrich; or rather their eggs. The eggs were held to a high value, but many players were unable to cultivate them since the birds usually roamed in herds and took shifts with guarding their unborn offspring. Every so often though if a player was lucky they could find one lone ostrich nest, the result of which was probably due to the bird being exiled from its group. If he kept his eyes peeled he had no doubts about being able to find a secluded nest.

Edited October 4, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

Slithering around like a snake wasn't as easy as he thought it'd be. The black color of his coat obviously stood out against the bright green grass but he figured there'd be less of a chance of being spotted if he kept a literal low profile. Worst case scenario was if an ostrich spotted him during his approach. If that happened plan B was to curl up and play dead. He heard once that it worked for bear attacks, though he couldn't be certain of whether that was from a nature documentary or a cartoon. Either way, ostriches and bears were sort of similar so maybe they'd fall for the same tricks.

[Seul 1]

ID# 33879 LD: 10 (No Egg!)

There it was. At the bottom of the slope lied a ginormous accumulation of sticks, grass and other foliage arranged in a circle with a large indentation in the center. The best part was there was no bird in sight! He rolled down the hill and into the nest, frantically searching it for the treasured egg so that he may continue on his way. But there his face soured as there didn't appear to be anything to find except twigs and feathers. "Dang it... They couldn't have made this easy for me, could they?"

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

Of course not. The world wasn't designed to help the players. Quite the opposite actually. Getting curveballs or finding fool's gold was to be expected and luckily it was. "Eh...?" The low rustle of feathers behind him was ominous too say the least. Luckily it tipped him off just in time to notice a leg speeding directly for his face. In the same motion he ducked and drew his dagger, taking on a stance that allowed the small blade to adopt a blue glow. "Side Bite!" He called while relinquishing control to the system. His body flew forward and tore into the ostrich's right hip and once he was behind the monster he turned on his heel and charged forward once again allowing the blade to nip into the bird's left hip as he passed. Turning to face the beast once again, he raised his dagger and let a smirk grow across his face. "Alright, bird brain. Let's dance!"

ID# 33880 | BD: 10 (CRIT) | MD: 4 (5 - 1 Evasion) (MISS) | Sword Art Used: Side Bite (2x1) | -2 Energy

Seul [HP: 24/24] [Energy: 4/6]

Ostrich [HP: 10/12] (1 Base + 1 Rank One Dagger + 2 Crit x 2 Side Bite - 6 Mit = 2 Total Damage) [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

The bird obviously didn't enjoy the feeling of being trolled by the young player and retorted with an ear-splitting screech before firing off another kick. This one was much faster than its predecessor and launch the boy clean out of the nest and into the grass surrounding it. But not before he could land another hit with his dagger on the monster's ankle. Now on his back and lying in the dirt he rubbed his chin while sitting up. He had to figure out how to get past the creature's incredible defensive capabilities and insane kicking power. A prolonged match would mean trouble.

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 5 Total Energy! | ID# 33882 | BD: 6 (HIT) | MD: 9 (CRIT) | Normal Attack | -1 Energy

Seul [HP: 23/24] [Energy: 4/6] (3 Dmg + 1 Crit - 5 Mit = 1 Dmg Total)

Ostrich [HP: 9/12] (1 Base + 1 Rank One Dagger - 6 Mit = 1 Total Damage) [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

There was unfortunately no time to think about it though. The bird was on him in a matter of seconds. It jumped from the nest on one leg and effectively used its free one kick Seul across the field. As he tumbled he thought back to the mission where he received his trusty wanderer's coat. Without it he surely would've been on the verge of death by now but thankfully he had only suffered minor scratches. The bird kept its distance now, probably figuring that nobody could've survived such an onslaught of attacks, but he simply laughed off the notion and got back to his feet. "It's gonna take much more than that to finish me off you stupid parakeet!"

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 5 Total Energy! | ID# 33883 | BD: 4 (FAIL) | MD: 6 (7 - 1 Evasion) (HIT)

Seul [HP: 22/24] [Energy: 5/6] (3 Dmg - 5 Mit = 1 Dmg Total)

Ostrich [HP: 9/12] [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

Both sides were at a standstill. It was obvious neither party involved wanted to die and was giving their all to prevent that fate. Each one took turns making false rushes or fake jukes in a desperate effort to catch the other party off guard. They circled round and around for what seemed like eternity. sizing each other up to no end. The bird on it's own wasn't too intimidating. Seul had no worries about the outcome of the fight. If he kept his head leveled and out of the path of stray kicks he'd be fine. Able to live a long healthy life and maybe even recount his run in with the bird to some fellow players back in town.

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 6 Total Energy! | ID# 33884 | BD: 4 (FAIL) | MD: 1 (FAIL)

Seul [HP: 22/24] [Energy: 6/6]

Ostrich [HP: 9/12] [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

Seul broke the cycle with a forward dash, his dagger raised and ready to kill. Just what the bird wanted. As he closed in it launched another kick that struck him square in the chest. If this wasn't a game he was almost certain it would've meant instant death. His body skidded across the grass once more, a feeling that he was strangely becoming accustomed to. The wind had been knocked out of him but he shook it off and got up once more. Just how much longer did the thing plan to drag out the encounter?

|~Results~|

| ID# 33885 | BD: 5 (WHY DO THE DICE GODS HATE ME?) | MD: 9 (CRIT) | -2 Energy

Seul [HP: 21/24] (3 Dmg + 1 Crit - 5 Mit = 1 Total Dmg) [Energy: 4/6]

Ostrich [HP: 9/12] [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

(Seriously. Seriously dice. I thought we had something.)

The ostrich didn't waste any time and followed up its previous kick with another one aimed at the boy's chest once again. As per usual he flew backwards and landed in the dirt on his back. This routine was starting to get old. He had to focus. If he didn't start fighting seriously he would die. His face grew grim as he shot the bird a terrible glare while getting up yet again. "Play time's over..." 

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 5 Total Energy! | ID# 33893 | BD: 5 (WHY DO THE DICE GODS HATE ME?) | MD: 10 (CRIT)

Seul [HP: 20/24] (3 Dmg + 2 Crit - 5 Mit = 1 Total Dmg) [Energy: 5/6]

Ostrich [HP: 9/12] [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

The somber aura he gave off seemed to work in intimidating the bird from attacking further. It was his turn to strike he gripped his knife tightly in his right hand while using his left to press the bottom of its hilt. There was no chance he'd let this opportunity pass by so he mustered what strength he had, took on the appropriate stance and charged forward, plunging his glowing yellow dagger into the ostrich's chest. "Armor Pierce!"

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 6 Total Energy! | ID# 33894 | BD: 8  (HIT) | MD: 1 (FAIL) | Sword Art Used: Armor Pierce (1x1 & Stun) | -4 Energy

Seul [HP: 20/24] [Energy: 2/6]

Ostrich [HP: 8/12] (1 Base + 1 Rank One Dagger x 1 Armor Pierce - 6 MIT =1 Damage) [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] [STUNNED 0/1]

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

The monster was frozen with fear. He yanked his dagger clean from its chest and jumped backwards to place some distance between them. With the bird unable to move for a short while he had to think of something and fast. If he attacked from the air would he have better luck? Maybe. The creature's legs were the biggest problem. They could effectively stop him in his tracks before he could even strike with his dagger. If there was some way to avoid those legs he'd be golden. But how?

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 3 Total Energy! | ID# 33902 | BD: 5 (Fail)

Seul [HP: 20/24] [Energy: 3/6]

Ostrich [HP: 8/12] [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] [STUNNED 1/1]

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

Before the ostrich could fully shake off its stunned state the boy charged again, slicing at the bird's neck with the blade of his dagger. He could feel the fight starting to draw to a close. If he just kept pushing the monster would die and he'd be able to go on his merry way. Out of all his fights till now he either had help or faced enemies that died in a matter of one or two hits. This bird was the strongest thus far. Or rather the most resilient. It launched another kick but he was ready this one and side stepped to avoid blow. It was only a matter of time.

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 4 Total Energy! | ID# 33904 | BD: 9 (CRIT) | MD: 1 (FAIL) | Normal Attack Used | -1 Energy

Seul [HP: 20/24] [Energy: 3/6]

Ostrich [HP: 7/12] (1 Base + 1 Rank One Dagger + 1 Crit - 6 MIT = 1 Damage) [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

Again! Faster! He had to be faster! After avoiding the kick his blade glided gracefully through the air and cut the ostrich across its wing. That was it. Instead of running in, he had to get close and stay there, pushing the monster further and further to its limits. Another kick shot off but once again he dodged it by stepping out of the way. That was the other downfall of the beast, its kicks were always straight. No pivoting or twisting, just a bullet kick in a straight line. If one had good enough timing they'd be able to easily evade such an attack simply by stepping out of the way.

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 4 Total Energy! | ID# 33905 | BD: 7 (HIT) | MD: 2 (FAIL) | Normal Attack Used | -1 Energy

Seul [HP: 20/24] [Energy: 3/6]

Ostrich [HP: 6/12] (1 Base + 1 Rank One Dagger - 6 MIT = 1 Damage) [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

Finally the groove of the battle was in his favor. His dagger collided once again with the bird's flesh, leaving behind a big red gash in its wake. And once again he managed to avoid the bird's leg. Things were becoming easier. Time seemed to be slowing. His actions seemed to have been designed to ward off the impending blows from the bird's foot. Never had he felt this before, the true rush of combat in the face of life and death. He didn't even want to imagine what facing another human might have been like.

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 4 Total Energy! | ID# 33907 | BD: 6 (HIT) | MD: 5 (6 - 1 Evasion) (FAIL) | Normal Attack Used | -1 Energy

Seul [HP: 20/24] [Energy: 3/6]

Ostrich [HP: 5/12] (1 Base + 1 Rank One Dagger - 6 MIT = 1 Damage) [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

"Side Bite!" The words felt powerful as they escaped his mouth. The dagger took on the blue glow once again and the system executed its usual move of sending past both sides of the ostrich, cutting it open like a freshly caught fish on each rush. The bird used this to its advantage as once an art was used it was nearly impossible to perform some other action unless the move was cancelled. It launched a kick that sent him sprawling to the ground before he could turn back to dodge it. Things were drawing to an end.

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 4 Total Energy! | ID# 33908 | BD: 10 (CRIT) | MD: 9 (CRIT) | Sword Art Used: Side Bite (2x1) | -2 Energy

Seul [HP: 19/24] [Energy: 2/6] ( 3 Dmg + 1 Crit - 5 MIT = 1 Damage)

Ostrich [HP: 3/12] (1 Base + 1 Rank One Dagger + 2 Crit x 2 Side Bite - 6 MIT = 2 Damage) [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

But like the ever changing wind, the match was turning in the mob's favor. It took the opportunity to launch an uppercut kick to Seul's face as he tried to sit back up, effectively downing him again. The thing just would not quit, even this close to death. Did it really still think it had a chance of winning? With luck it just might have. But he couldn't let such things cloud his judgement now. Despite the big part of him that wanted to just remain on the ground, he got back up with more determination than before. 

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 3 Total Energy! | ID# 33910 | BD: 1 (FAILURE) | MD: 10 (CRIT)

Seul [HP: 18/24] [Energy: 3/6] ( 3 Dmg + 2 Crit - 5 MIT = 1 Damage)

Ostrich [HP: 3/12] [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

Bam! Another kick. He was getting quite tired of being kicked around by this dumb animal but what could he do? He was at its mercy until there was a proper opening for him to strike. The taste of the dirt was starting to grow on him. Maybe he'd start using it as a topping for his meals. all of them. He certainly ingested enough in this one fight alone to satisfy him for the rest of his life. He needed to stay calm. The bird was almost dead. If he could find its egg after one more search attempt he'd call it a day. If not, he'd still probably call it a day.

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 4 Total Energy! | ID# 33911 | BD: 1 (FAILURE) | MD: 8 (HIT)

Seul [HP: 17/24] [Energy: 4/6] ( 3 Dmg - 5 MIT = 1 Damage)

Ostrich [HP: 3/12] [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

Alright. Now he was mad. The bird kicked him once again sending him rolling through the grass. How? How on earth was this fight still happening? Maybe he stumbled upon the legendary, secret bird boss Ostritcho! That was the only  explanation that made sense. Monster on the first floor shouldn't have been this tough to take down, yet here one was beating the snot out of a player who could fight things of higher floors.

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 5 Total Energy! | ID# 33912| BD: 2 (FAILURE) | MD: 8 (HIT)

Seul [HP: 16/24] [Energy: 5/6] ( 3 Dmg - 5 MIT = 1 Damage)

Ostrich [HP: 3/12] [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

The bird attempted to flatten him by jumping up and extending its legs straight down to strike him with a double kick. Luckily he managed to roll out of the way and crawl the rest of the way to get away from it. If it didn't let up in its attacks at all how the heck was he supposed to beat it?! The entire situation was maddening. Just another testament to how badly he needed a new weapon. This basic dagger was no longer cutting it. Literally. It only inflicted minor surface wounds. He needed a weapon that would make his enemies writhe in pain and agony.

|~Results~|

Energy Regen: +1 = 6 Total Energy! | ID# 33913 | BD: 5 (FAILURE) | MD: 1 (FAIL)

Seul [HP: 16/24] [Energy: 6/6]

Ostrich [HP: 3/12] [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul

[Seul 1]

The dumb old bird wouldn't let him off that easy. While he was crawling it used its beak to pick him up by the hood of his jacket and followed up with a swift kick to the butt. Sending him to the ground. Again. Ugh. This was really getting old. Maybe investing in something that increased his accuracy would be a good move. If he had done so before, this fight would have been long over and done with.

|~Results~|

 | ID# 33914 | BD: 5 (FAILURE) | MD: 6 (HIT)

Seul [HP: 15/24] [Energy: 6/6] (3 dmg - 5 MIT = 1 Dmg)

Ostrich [HP: 3/12] [DMG: 3] [MIT: 6] 

Edited October 3, 2015 by Seul