iron Request: Trouble In the Forest

[Ryku]

TROUBLE IN THE FOREST 

Request Info

Client: Lissa Hickson

Location: 3rd Floor

Rank: Iron

Info: Please help! My husband and his party have not returned from the third floor after a hunting trip in Sector 5 in the dense woods.

Characters: Dagen Ward, Shyrrik Zylcyne, Luna, Gen

Floor Information

Floor 3- Aspects- Dense Tree Brush, filled with natural traps, Orc hunting grounds.

 

 

 

 

Start 

Finally getting to the entrance of Floor Three showed little difficulty for the team as they simply trotted forward, seeing many parties along the way but Floor 3 was a little different as they would observe that traffic greatly slowed down. It was quite, the forest was dense and the amount of tracks that lead to different places within the floor was rather concerning. 

From what the request said, Lissa Hickson was told by her husband that he had went off hunting inside of Sector 5 of Floor 3. Sector Five is deep within the wooded area to the northwest of the floor where there isn't much traffic from adventurers. 

With not much to go off of, it is the job of the party to make it to Sector 5 and figure out exactly what happened to Lissa Hickson's husband. 

 

Challenge 

Navigation: +4 (environment difficulty + distance): Failing this could result in the team getting lost which could lead into other issues.

Security: +5  (environment + protentional mob type): How security minded is the party while they are traversing? Failing this could lead to the group being ambushed. 

 

Edited January 23, 2023 by Fiffin (see edit history)

[Xerin]

Dagen Ward

⌬ASPECTS⌬   High Concept: A noble warrior in all but name Trouble:  The weigh of endless expectations Free Aspect: I am the team's shield Free Aspect: Unbreakable Shield Breaker

⌬SKILLS⌬   Great (+4) | Fight Good (+3) | Physique, Will Fair (+2) | Resources, Contacts, Athletics Average (+1) | Lore, Investigate, Notice, Rapport

Refresh: 2 Used: 0   ⌬STRESS⌬ Physical Stress: OOOO Mental Stress: OOOO

⌬STUNTS⌬   - Inner Strength.  - Defend the Weak.  - Feel the Burn.  - Army on the Edge of My Blade.

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"Hmm, I've always been more of a fighter than a way-finder. What about you?" States Dagen as he starts walking forwards trying to find a path to start with. "Zone 5, that's to the Northeast?"

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BAHAHAHAHAH, we're boned. Edited my post to reflect the dice roles.

Edited January 18, 2023 by Xerin (see edit history)

[Kunakic]

Shyrrik Zylcyne

Shyrrik was hopefully a little more prepared for the excursion then perhaps Dagen was. Glancing about a moment and then nodding. "Seems about right from what I have heard. Hopefully I still retain a little something from my teachers." Taking a long moment to orient himself trying to make sure he had the right direction set up. Hoping he had paid a little more attention to the druids that taught him then he did his magical instructors. "I might be able to fly up for a better view." Glancing upwards to see how much space was on this floor and how dense the forest canopy might be to them.

Status

Shyrrik Zylcyne

High Concept: Cu-Sith Inspired Shape-shifter

Trouble: Uncomfortable in Own Skin

Free Aspect: Unorthodox Magical Training

Free Aspect:  Comfortable in Silence

Stats:

Great (+4) | {Lore}
Good (+3) | {Will}, {Physique}
Fair (+2) | {Fight}, {Stealth}, {Contacts}
Average (+1) | {Resources}, {Crafts}, {Notice}, {Investigate}

Stress:

P:OOOOOO M:OOOOOO

Consequences: [2][4][6]

Magic Disciplines

- Transform Magic

- Energy Magic

Stunts

- Shapeshifter - (Requires: Transform discipline) When you transform into another creature, you may choose a skill. All actions taken with that skill, while you remain in that form, now gain a +2.

- Specialist - Field of specialization - Creature biology. You get a +2 to all Lore rolls relating to that field of specialization.

- Stealing Words from the Wind -  You make no noise you do not wish to be heard. Not only does this allow you to move in absolute silence, but you can also use it selectively, such as speaking so only one person can hear you.

Gear

 Spellbook, Wizardly tools, robes,

Active Aspects

Nothing here.

Actions

.

 

[Nugat]

Luna Stats 

Luna Stellasumus

High Concept: Proper Lady with Proper Manners and a Side of Thievery

Trouble: My former and current suitors will stop at nothing to bring me home

Free Aspects : Creating imaginary friends from the crib
A name known by all, rich and poor

Stats: +4 : Rapport
+3 : Stealth, Deceive
+2: Notice, Athletics, Investigate
+1: Provoke, Physique, Contacts, Burglary

Stress: P:❤️❤️❤️❤️M:💙💙💙

Consequences:[2][4][6]

Stunts/Gear

Magic : Illusion Create Illusions (Deceive), Hide Objects (Stealth), Light up a scene (Rapport), Frighten Enemies (Provoke)

Cover Identity Replaces the HC & Trouble, Peak Skill is replaced (outside of magic)

Gentlemanly Disappearance When conceding a conflict or leaving a scene, create the aspect "Discombobulated" with one free invoke 

Master Illusionist +2 To Create an Advantage with Deceive when Tricking an opponent with illusions 

Rapier: An ornate but ordinary rapier.

FP : 💛💛🤍(Refresh of 3)

Active Aspects 

Aspect Name : Free Invokes(💬)

Action & Results

Attempted Action : Create an Advantage with Stealth
Result : 0, Spent a FP to Reroll, 3

 

Luna nodded along with the plan of Shyrrik

 

"Flying sounds like it would be a good idea. You can get a better view from there. While you're doing this, I will give you both tips that I've learned on how to be more aware of your surroundings"

 

With this, she would try to explain to her teammates, in her own word, how to avoid dangerous areas where they might easily be spotted by most mundane creatures.

 

At first, it is hard for her to find the words, she stumbles a lot and doesn't know how to not unmask herself. However, after smoe point, she remembers that she is A proper lady with Proper manners and a side of Thievery and manages to take examples from her daily life, things that her teammates are more bound to be familiar with.

Edited January 19, 2023 by Nugat (see edit history)

[Ryku]

OOC: Just to help everyone out a bit on this. This is a challenge, I used wording other than a skill so that the characters could decide what skill may be used. 

• Each character is able to make 1 Create an Advantage attempt for this challenge. 
• Once CAA's are completed, one character will make a roll for one of the challenge subjects. The skill chosen must make narrative sense. 

Outcomes will happen based on the end result of the Challenge Attempts. 

 

[Dazed_Dreamer]

Gen Stats 

GEN

High Concept: Young forest ranger

Trouble: My time to shine!

Aspects: Hart of The Forest, Feral Ancestry

Stats:

(+4) Notice
(+3) Athletics, Shoot
(+2) Fight, Physique, Stealth
(+1) Crafts, Investigate, Provoke, Will

Stress: P:[][][][] M:[][][][]

Consequences:[2][4][6]

FP : 💛💛💛 (Refresh of 3)

Stunts/Gear

Predator from above: +2 to Attack with Shoot (bow) when Gen has the high ground.

Nimble: Gen gets +2 to Overcome with Athletics when dealing with an obstacle that can be climbed

Trap expert: +2 to Overcome a Trap with Notice

--

Cleaver: Crude but light sword with some ornamental filigrees on the blade, partly covered with moss

Longbow: Gnarled old wood

Hempen rope: Durable rope of 50 ft.

Active Aspects 

Eyes Peeled

Action & Results

Notice: 6. (Success to CaA for the Security challenge: Eyes peeled for incoming danger)

  

Gen was moving a little ahead of the small party, from behind a tree to the next one, quite stealthily stalking ahead.

He took notice of the surrounding area, intently taking in every tree and brush, keeping his eyes peeled for approaching danger, or their mark alike.

"Coast seems clear, but we must keep eyes open." The young man grunted, stopping to turn to the party, leaning lightly against a thick tree trunk. He was characterized by light, brown toned leathers with a harness holding a longbow and a crude blade on his back. Some moss adorned his shoulders, almost like makeshift pauldrons. But the most remarkable aspect of the boy was his twin antlers, rough and almost wood-like, spawning up about a foot from his upper forehead. His crystal blue eyes inquisitively jumped from person to person to await reactions.
 

Edited January 22, 2023 by Dazed_Dreamer (see edit history)

[Ryku]

OC

Looks like all CAA's are in. Its time to pick 2 people to make the rolls. The other two, if they have teamwork opportunities with the chosen skill may provide a +1 team work benefit. 

 

[Nugat]

 

Luna Stats 

Luna Stellasumus

High Concept: Proper Lady with Proper Manners and a Side of Thievery

Trouble: My former and current suitors will stop at nothing to bring me home

Free Aspects : Creating imaginary friends from the crib
A name known by all, rich and poor

Stats: +4 : Rapport
+3 : Stealth, Deceive
+2: Notice, Athletics, Investigate
+1: Provoke, Physique, Contacts, Burglary

Stress: P:❤️❤️❤️❤️M:💙💙💙

Consequences:[2][4][6]

Stunts/Gear

Magic : Illusion Create Illusions (Deceive), Hide Objects (Stealth), Light up a scene (Rapport), Frighten Enemies (Provoke)

Cover Identity Replaces the HC & Trouble, Peak Skill is replaced (outside of magic)

Gentlemanly Disappearance When conceding a conflict or leaving a scene, create the aspect "Discombobulated" with one free invoke 

Master Illusionist +2 To Create an Advantage with Deceive when Tricking an opponent with illusions 

Rapier: An ornate but ordinary rapier.

FP : 💛💛🤍(Refresh of 3)

Active Aspects 

Aspect Name : Secure Steps :💬

Action & Results

Attempted Action : Keep the group out of danger (+5)
Result : 4, + teamwork (5) + Secure Steps (7) + Eyes Peeled (9)

"Follow in my footsteps, and I will show you firsthand."

 

Though Luna is quite adept at things, her new teammate Gen keeps pointing out some of the smaller mistakes that she otherwise would have missed, his knowledge of the forest allowing her to properly avoid being noticed by most of the monsters. Thanks to her walking in careful steps, she can avoid the most noisy parts of the forest, and the fact that Gen kept his eyes peeled for danger, alongside his knowledge of the forest, allowed them to stay away from nests and other places where all sorts of wildlife may hide.

 

Edited January 25, 2023 by Nugat (see edit history)

[Kunakic]

Shyrrik Zylcyne

Shyrrik would give a small nod after finding where north was. "Alright. That way is north. So if that is north..." Trying to recall the map of their current floor. "I will lead the way. I will be able to see the way more clearly from above. And should make it easier to see difficult terrain as well." Giving the others a nod as he stepped away from them to a more clearer spot. Hands performing a gesture for a spell he could cast in his sleep. With a flurry of cloth and magical energy he was obscured from sight for a second. Soon a large red hawk stood where the elven man had been.

 

Giving his companions a small nod as his wings stretched out and launched himself into the air. Lazily circling for a moment to reorient his senses from his recent transformation. AS well as allowing his eyes to adjust to their heightened sensitivity. Giving a sharp call to his companions below as he lazily glided in the direction he thought their target was.

Status

Shyrrik Zylcyne

High Concept: Cu-Sith Inspired Shape-shifter

Trouble: Uncomfortable in Own Skin

Free Aspect: Unorthodox Magical Training

Free Aspect:  Comfortable in Silence

Stats:

Great (+4) | {Lore}
Good (+3) | {Will}, {Physique}
Fair (+2) | {Fight}, {Stealth}, {Contacts}
Average (+1) | {Resources}, {Crafts}, {Notice}, {Investigate}

Stress:

P:OOOOOO M:OOOOOO

Consequences: [2][4][6]

Magic Disciplines

- Transform Magic

- Energy Magic

Stunts

- Shapeshifter - (Requires: Transform discipline) When you transform into another creature, you may choose a skill. All actions taken with that skill, while you remain in that form, now gain a +2.

- Specialist - Field of specialization - Creature biology. You get a +2 to all Lore rolls relating to that field of specialization.

- Stealing Words from the Wind -  You make no noise you do not wish to be heard. Not only does this allow you to move in absolute silence, but you can also use it selectively, such as speaking so only one person can hear you.

Gear

 Spellbook, Wizardly tools, robes,

Active Aspects

Nothing here.

Actions

Using Shapeshift to shift to a hawk to more easily guide the team and to more easily spot obstacles in their way.

 

Edited January 25, 2023 by Kunakic (see edit history)

[Ryku]

While in the sky Shyrrik would notice a thin line of smoke in the distance that otherwise would have been impossible to see. This smoke was for sure coming from Sector 5, with this information they knew exactly where to start their search for the lost man. 

While traveling below Luna would here the snapping of branches within the tree line relatively close to the party. With everyone halted Luna would observe two orcs seeming to patrol the area. One of them could be seen tossing a human hand and quickly catching it over and over. Both were talking in Orcish [+4 to lore to understand what they are saying]. With them stepping closer to the group, they needed to figure out what to do and fast! Were they going to sneak past or were they going to take this opportunity to attack with they had the surprise? 

 

Orc Patrol 

Man Hunters, Eat them all 

Skills: Fight +6, Notice +5, Athletics +4,

Stress: [][]/[][]

Cons: [2][2]

Stunts: 

Human Hunter: I can attack twice when attacking a human! 

 

[Dazed_Dreamer]

Gen Stats 

GEN

High Concept: Young forest ranger

Trouble: My time to shine!

Aspects: Hart of The Forest, Feral Ancestry

Stats:

(+4) Notice
(+3) Athletics, Shoot
(+2) Fight, Physique, Stealth
(+1) Crafts, Investigate, Provoke, Will

Stress: P:[][][][] M:[][][][]

Consequences:[2][4][6]

FP : 💛💛💛 (Refresh of 3)

Stunts/Gear

Predator from above: +2 to Attack with Shoot (bow) when Gen has the high ground.

Nimble: Gen gets +2 to Overcome with Athletics when dealing with an obstacle that can be climbed

Trap expert: +2 to Overcome a Trap with Notice

--

Cleaver: Crude but light sword with some ornamental filigrees on the blade, partly covered with moss

Longbow: Gnarled old wood

Hempen rope: Durable rope of 50 ft.

Active Aspects 

Eyes Peeled

Action & Results

 

  

Still impressed over the shapeshifting (that was an excellent hawk) he looked at it from time to time with starry eyes as they walked on. He had deep respect for druidic magic, he had only encountered a shapeshifter once in his life before this, and that had left a lasting impact on him.

Still keeping a keen eye, while silently moving through the forest with the group, Gen’s eyes were scanning through the bushes and stopped on some movement.

He very slowly stalked a bit forward to peek through the brush.

Orcs. A scouting party of two. Gen’s breath grew a bit more quick from the adrenaline already filling his body. He barely knew what the creatures were, but he could see they were big, strong, brutish, and very likely aggressive, as most things in the tower were, if you believed the hearsay and the Guild. Squinting to see what the orc was tossing about... seeing it was a human hand, he rapidly blinked a few times.

Returning a few steps to the group, he nodded towards the band of Orcs.

"Either we kill them or they kill us. But there are probably more of them." Gen very quietly mouthed to the group. He got mentally ready to silently and quickly climb up into a tree to get the high ground if the group decided to take them on.
 

[Nugat]

 

Luna Stats 

Luna Stellasumus

High Concept: Proper Lady with Proper Manners and a Side of Thievery

Trouble: My former and current suitors will stop at nothing to bring me home

Free Aspects : Creating imaginary friends from the crib
A name known by all, rich and poor

Stats: +4 : Rapport
+3 : Stealth, Deceive
+2: Notice, Athletics, Investigate
+1: Provoke, Physique, Contacts, Burglary

Stress: P:❤️❤️❤️❤️M:💙💙💙

Consequences:[2][4][6]

Stunts/Gear

Magic : Illusion Create Illusions (Deceive), Hide Objects (Stealth), Light up a scene (Rapport), Frighten Enemies (Provoke)

Cover Identity Replaces the HC & Trouble, Peak Skill is replaced (outside of magic)

Gentlemanly Disappearance When conceding a conflict or leaving a scene, create the aspect "Discombobulated" with one free invoke 

Master Illusionist +2 To Create an Advantage with Deceive when Tricking an opponent with illusions 

Rapier: An ornate but ordinary rapier.

FP : 💛💛🤍(Refresh of 3)

Active Aspects 

Aspect Name : Secure Steps : 

Action & Results

Attempted Action : Hide the group
Result : 

"Whatever you choose, you have my support. But for now, let us hide."

 

Luna would deftly step behind a nearby tree and hide herself, creating a simple illusion of a rabbit to hopefully trick the orcs into not investigating any of the sound that they may have made while going into hiding.

 

[Kunakic]

Shyrrik Zylcyne

Shyrrik glanced back to make sure his companions were following him. Noting that he could no longer see two of them he began to circle slowly. Taking quick stock of what was happening down below them. Eventually spying where his companions had slipped to as he widened his circling. Seeing trouble brewing he figured he would wait to see what the ones below him did. Figuring they had a better idea of the situation then he did.

 

Though he did take a moment to glance along their path, to see what else might cause them some trouble in the future.

Status

Shyrrik Zylcyne

High Concept: Cu-Sith Inspired Shape-shifter

Trouble: Uncomfortable in Own Skin

Free Aspect: Unorthodox Magical Training

Free Aspect:  Comfortable in Silence

Stats:

Great (+4) | {Lore}
Good (+3) | {Will}, {Physique}
Fair (+2) | {Fight}, {Stealth}, {Contacts}
Average (+1) | {Resources}, {Crafts}, {Notice}, {Investigate}

Stress:

P:OOOOOO M:OOOOOO

Consequences: [2][4][6]

Magic Disciplines

- Transform Magic

- Energy Magic

Stunts

- Shapeshifter - (Requires: Transform discipline) When you transform into another creature, you may choose a skill. All actions taken with that skill, while you remain in that form, now gain a +2.

- Specialist - Field of specialization - Creature biology. You get a +2 to all Lore rolls relating to that field of specialization.

- Stealing Words from the Wind -  You make no noise you do not wish to be heard. Not only does this allow you to move in absolute silence, but you can also use it selectively, such as speaking so only one person can hear you.

Gear

 Spellbook, Wizardly tools, robes,

Active Aspects

Nothing active.

Actions

.

 

[Xerin]

Dagen Ward

⌬ASPECTS⌬   High Concept: A noble warrior in all but name Trouble:  The weigh of endless expectations Free Aspect: I am the team's shield Free Aspect: Unbreakable Shield Breaker

⌬SKILLS⌬   Great (+4) | Fight Good (+3) | Physique, Will Fair (+2) | Resources, Contacts, Athletics Average (+1) | Lore, Investigate, Notice, Rapport

Refresh: 2 Used: 0   ⌬STRESS⌬ Physical Stress: OOOO Mental Stress: OOOO

⌬STUNTS⌬   - Inner Strength.  - Defend the Weak.  - Feel the Burn.  - Army on the Edge of My Blade.

---

"There will be more. So we should kill these now before their friends have a chance to give them aid." Dagen's eyes watch the hand as it rises and falls. Finally he looks at Luna and Gen. "Just... say... when.." With each word Dagen tightens up preparing to launch out of the brush like a hurricane of death.

[Dazed_Dreamer]

Gen Stats 

GEN

High Concept: Young forest ranger

Trouble: My time to shine!

Aspects: Hart of The Forest, Feral Ancestry

Stats:

(+4) Notice
(+3) Athletics, Shoot
(+2) Fight, Physique, Stealth
(+1) Crafts, Investigate, Provoke, Will

Stress: P:[][][][] M:[][][][]

Consequences:[2][4][6]

FP : 💛💛🤍 (Refresh of 3)

Stunts/Gear

Predator from above: +2 to Attack with Shoot (bow) when Gen has the high ground.

Nimble: Gen gets +2 to Overcome with Athletics when dealing with an obstacle that can be climbed

Trap expert: +2 to Overcome a Trap with Notice

--

Cleaver: Crude but light sword with some ornamental filigrees on the blade, partly covered with moss

Longbow: Gnarled old wood

Hempen rope: Durable rope of 50 ft.

Active Aspects 

Eyes Peeled

Action & Results

Shoot (bow & arrow): Roll result +2. Invoking "Hart of The Forest" to gain +2 on the shot (FP used) -> End result: +4.

  

"All right then. I'm taking on the one with the hand. After my stealth shot... go on. Luna... hope you can wield the rapier. Maybe the hawk... Shyrric can help too." Gen whispers.

And with that, Gen draws his bow, and gets ready to unleash it on the orc he saw throwing the hand.

Gen adjusts the bow last moment, noticing the wind was a little to the west. He unleashes the arrow, and the sharp projectile flies towards the orc's head with great speed...

Edited January 27, 2023 by Dazed_Dreamer (see edit history)