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*** Savoy: { I found the notes on the 'crates'... and this listing I email only listed the contents of the weapons locker.... Savoy: it is listed in my notes as, three cargo units of misc. Savoy: ... need three d20 rolls from a crewmember.... Savoy: then I can tell you 'what' is in them. James Nostack: They get one point more "expensive" after that: you need seven more to go from level 2 to level 3, 8 to go from 3 to level 4 Tassadar rolls 3d20 for a result of 8 + 7 + 2 = 17 *** Savoy: misc electronic compents (one unit).... Bronz Koveski: Got it Savoy: some interesting but unknown "sparkly rocks" Savoy: (one unit)... Savoy: and Neo-Post Modern Weren Art (one unit) *** James Nostack: Unknown Sparkly Rocks! This ship has everything. Bronz Koveski: me laughs Bronz Koveski laughs Bronz Koveski looks around to see if anyone that fumble of the keyboard. *** Bronz Koveski: Is "Unknown Sparkly Rocks!" the best assessment Yovas has? GM NOTE: Yovas isn't sure... about that one. He was VERY busy the last few months before he picked you up. Close analysis reveals that the 'sparkly' rocks are Fraal crystal circuit modules, a Non-exportable (contraband) item." James Nostack: Quiet, you fool! Those Unknown Sparkly Rocks are mine, all mine! Bronz Koveski: Damn Thick skins!!! Always taking the super-uber-poison-crystals.... Oh well let him have it. James Nostack: ...Because, of course, that's precisely what a ragtag band of freedom fighters in a super-advanced starship piloted by a bad-ass cyborg need: several metric tons of Unknown Sparkly Rocks. Bronz Koveski LOL James Nostack: This is my Quest: to discover the purpose, and current market value, of Unknown Sparkly Rocks. Bronz Koveski: We can smuggle them in your carcass.... that's was King's suggestion. *** Bronz Koveski thinks of a poor joke about "hot-dogs" but decides against it. *** Bronz Koveski: Nearly game time- Any specific ideas on how to make some money AND stay alive? James Nostack: I made my suggestion earlier. James Nostack: But aside from that, no. Jason: a look of confustion crosses my face der whaaaaa Jason: hee hee hee Bronz Koveski: The crystals are worth investigating, but I would like to have a back-up plan. James Nostack: I think we might want to offer our services as a passenger ship. Mihai: what properties does the admosphere on aboeron has to make us use breating masks and the such? Mihai: oberon James Nostack: The pirates can't claim 20% of a passenger. i*** James Nostack: I think it's just very short of oxygen, or low atmospheric pressure or something. *** James Nostack: People have to live underground, and depend on miners to carry the stuff in from the surface deposits. *** Bronz Koveski: The respirator mask use filter that last from 2 to 4 days each. The mask is 131 credits (adding in the 5% overgouge Savoy listed from last seesion and extra filters are 26 each. The mask comes with one filter. *** James Nostack: (Seriously -- Savoy mentioned that our ship has a cargo container full of "unknown sparkly rocks." I felt goofy enough to insist they are valuable.) *** Savoy: Savoy: Savoy: Savoy: Savoy: Kevlarn: no o iGM: From the lift you are led into an immense tunnel .hued with pools of
oxygen-producing algae. On one side is a restaurant called the 'Grotto." Across
from the restaurant is ,a communications kiosk arrayed with obsolete
videophones, and a shop called Oxygeneradon that sells vacuum masks and other
breathing apparatus for: 5-% more than you'd pay in the most backwater places in
the Stellar Ring! Savoy: James Nostack curtsies Tassadar: [[ ahem! ]] Tassadar curtsies in Taasan fashion. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-rhodium trade aye...how shall you be of service to us....we didnt expect your company Brox Teneshe looks around to see if the party is being wached by others. Kevlarn: look around Tassadar: Salutations, Mr. Kessler. I am Tassadar, of the Tsa Cluster-- allow me to present my traveling companions, Shakuras, Brox, Maverik, and Kevlarn. GM: Kessler: This is what I do... notice new 45ers. GM: K: and that is what you certainly look like to me. GM: K: Sorry if I am mistaken... (he turns to go) Tassadar: Astute of you to notice. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-very perceptive mr. kessler Tassadar: We meant no offense. GM: Kessler, returns... with an (ungly) smile on his face. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [emapthic read of kessler] Kevlarn smiles sweetly back at K Tassadar: In fact, we hope to engage in the rhodium trade should circumstances allow. Yovas: +0 RU Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Empathy check at 1 step(s) and receives a(n)failure or marginal success. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Empathy check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) amazing success but also an automatic success providing a -3 bonus to encounter skills with the target. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [thats better--no braod skill check] GM: Kessler provides IDs.... GM: varifing he is what is says he is. (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to GM): ok---this guy checks out GM: [a licensed rhoudium dealer] Brox Teneshe nods at Rubiks imperceptably (Kevlarn to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): nice sorry i didnt get this part lats game (Tassadar to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): Good work. If you can nudge him into giving us a discount, or loaning us some rhodium on credit, that might be convenient. Kevlarn pats kings head GM: K: How about sitting down over there for some lunch and a talk... busniess? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-what kind of extensive service can you provide to us GM: K points to an open air street dinner table. Kessler: Is that area ok? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-are there discounts or deals to be had? Tassadar: Mr. Kessler, that sounds convenient. Kessler moves to the table and arranges for chairs. Brox Teneshe follows Tassadar's lead, but is trying to see just how much the party sticks out aong the locals. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-but acceptible Kessler: [there is on thing about Oberon... everyone looks a little different. Even the 'normal' ones.] Kessler: - GM Tassadar: I trust you will pardon a little reticence on our part, sir. We've spent the last 50 days in deep space, and it's nice to get some "land-legs" again. Kevlarn gos and sits down Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [can my ecounter bonus be applied to a telepathic sugeest?] Kessler starts is sales pitch iGM: Lison values its rhodium customers, so we offer all of them a fair and
equitable price based on the current market value. That's the price I'm offering
you today. We accept payment in Concord dollars using any medium, 3Ds preferred.
Payment must be made in advance, but we guarantee both quality and quantity If
you are not happy with the rhodium we have provided, you can nullify the deal
and demand a refund. . Tassadar: Mr. Kessler, that sounds very intriguing, but at the moment our cash flow lingers in an unfortunate bottleneck. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [i had a -3 step bonus from the empathy] Tassadar: It might take us some time to accumulate the required capital. Kessler: Of course that is a function of how many units of cargo you want to take on. Kessler: How large is your ship? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [would like to suggest that mr. kessler give as an opportunity for credit to purchase rhodium] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [telepathic suggest that is] Kessler: As a licensed ULS trader, its against the law to do so... Kessler: I record the deals... Kessler: and make arrangements for you. Kessler: I don't have access to credit or credit arrangements. Kessler points at a data slate Kessler: I enter our arrangement here.. Maverik: Where should we go for a credit? Kessler: and it is finalized with vioce and genetic prints.. Brox Teneshe makes an effort to relax a bit and take in the humanity from the comfort of his chair. Kessler: once at my office, I... Kessler: transmit the information to ... (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to GM): wasn't talking directly to keesler the character but you for direction Kessler: the ULS mainframe.. Kessler: for security check (important these days of course)... Kessler: and final approval. A finalized deal... Kessler: cannot be amended unless boeth parties agree to the change. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-would you know of a lending "institution" or opportunist buyer offworld to haggle in our stead for work/transport of goods? Kessler looks around. Kessler: Not really... it would be a conflict of interest in my Office to do so anyway. Tassadar: Aha. You see, Mr. Kessler, in the past I have worked with the Silchar Trading Coster--an important merchant clan among my people. But during our voyage, an unfortunate accounting glitch damaged my accounts, and from across so many light-years it will take some time until we have any liquidity. Kessler: I'm sure you understand. Kessler can Kessler can't help but smile at that one. Kessler: Yes, sure... I do. Tassadar: We are very interested in doing business in the rhodium trade, but it's that first stake, you see-- that first few thousand dollars-- that might prove difficult at this precise moment in time. GM: You get the feeling that he has heard these type of stories before. Kessler places a 3D phone card on the table Kessler: Here is my 3D card... Tassadar makes an unobtrusive, and completely alien, rude gesture with its tail under the table. Kessler: when you are ready, give me a call. Kessler: I'm sure you will be able to come up with something here on Oberon. (Tassadar to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): make him take pity on us, if you can Kessler smiles Kevlarn: dont calls us we'll call you right Mr. Kessler (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to GM): would like to telepathic suggest at -3 step bonus to have him give us better diretions Kessler: Expereience has shown me that... (Brox Teneshe to GM): Is that EVA in the hanger equivalent to a "launch" or of similiar value? (Tassadar to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): hey, it's your character. but we need some kind of hint here, or something. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Suggest check at 2 step(s) and receives a(n) failure or marginal success . Kessler: that opportunity should find you. Kessler stands Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-sometimes mr. kessler, the best deal can walk awawy from you... Kessler: So, do you want to talk price yet? (Brox Teneshe to GM): How much less? Is it still likely worth anything toward meaningful capital if we should try to sell it? Tassadar: So long as you don't mind using imaginary numbers. Kessler: ... when you are ready... let me know. GM: TA 1d20 Tassadar rolls 1d20 for a result of 1 = 1 Kessler: Your in luck!! Kessler: the current rate is... Tassadar: [[ w00t! ]] Kessler: 500K per cargo unit... Kessler: at that rate demand will be VERY high, so... (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to Tassadar): +2 penalty instead of -3 bonus from empathy thats harsh Kessler: you need to move fast. Kevlarn: [[good job]] GM: [[remember... GM: what I give you is an adjustment... (Tassadar to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): Oh well, you tried. We'll figure something out. Protoss are rare, aren't they? do you mind performing in a side-show to raise funds? GM: you add it to what you have, so a -3 +2 = -1]] (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to Tassadar): funny....asking a precursor race for a side show (Kevlarn to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): well there gos that LOL GM: [[FYI only]] Vinny: [[ok]] (Tassadar to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): you wouldn't be precursors if you still had a strong media presence. Maverik: [[adjustment to what?]] (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to Tassadar): no i would be in a museum Brox Teneshe begins to imagine to improvements he could make to the Kurtosis if only they had that kind of money... or if he had a fraction of it. GM: [[ there was a question about a roll adjustmet I made... that info is also ont eh web site if you need to review it]] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [oh didnt know----presumes you overroad me...and stated +2] Tassadar: Mr. Kessler, I wondered if you might recommend lodging, or at least a decent place to find cheap Taasan cuisine here on Oberon? Kessler pauses for any last questions Kessler: Sure... there are several places... how cheap? Maverik: Very Tassadar: [[ Can Tassadar attempt some bargaining skill checks to lower that price o nthe rhodium? ]] GM: [team awareness +1] Kevlarn: mr is there any merchon the is in need of a good ship to run there riondi for them or do you know where we can find out Kessler: [[yes]] Brox Teneshe: Something a little better than camping out on the Terminator. Kessler smiles Tassadar: Tassadar performs a Awareness check at 1 step(s) and receives a(n) ordinary success Brox Teneshe: Brox Teneshe performs a Awareness check at 2 step(s) and receives a(n) failure or marginal success Kevlarn: Kevlarn performs a Awareness check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) ordinary success Kessler: Here is a ID card for a nice little place, not too expense... Tassadar: Tassadar performs a Bargain check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) ordinary success Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a Awareness check at 1 step(s) and receives a(n) good success Maverik performs a Awareness check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) failure or marginal success Kessler: called the O-den. Kessler: Tell them I sent you... you 'might' get a discount. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-we'll keep that in mind Kevlarn: oops sorry mr kessler Tassadar: [[ note the bargain check upthread - Ordinary success ]] Mr. Kessler, I wondered if we might discuss prices for bulk transations briefly (chatters for a few minutes about long term plans for the Kurtosis cargo runs) Kessler: Mr. Tassadar, I'm afraid that is the loweest price... Kessler: on Rhodium allowed by law. (Brox Teneshe to GM): Anything on the EVA's value? Kessler: [one sec. please... looking up something] Kessler: Kessler: [continue to play amongst yourselves of course] Kessler: ] Kevlarn think i guess im talking to the air Tassadar: [quitely, to the other heroes ] well, that was inconclusive. Any thoughts? Kevlarn: oops thinks (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to Tassadar): seems like the dm can read these whispers even if not directed to him Kevlarn: we need to find a merchen in need of a ship to do it's running to get a foot up (Tassadar to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): First Rule of Gaming: The GM knows all and sees all. エロGM's Note: Yes, at least we (GMs) like to think so. Seriously though, if you want truly private conversations, you will need to use a third party IM - I suggest www.trillion.cc but more common ones are ICQ, MSN Message and the like. Tassadar: Smart thinking. Kessler: [freeplay] Brox Teneshe: Perhaps, maybe the EVA in the hanger bay is worth selling, space hardware could be enough o get us going. It might be worth 20k or more. Kevlarn: or to help us get a leg up (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to Tassadar): possibly...but there is rules of secrecy of players as well Maverik: where could we find advertisements? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-he often refers to the law like its a secondary but unimportant being (Tassadar to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): Yeah-- since none of these messages are secure, we shouldn't tell him we've wiretapped his phone and are sending CIA agents to raid him right now! Run Savoy! Run for your life! エロGM: LOL It wouldn't be the first time!! Kevlarn: he is only using it as a crutch to hinder us GM: actions? Tassadar: There's got to be someone here who wants to transport Rhodium but doesn't have a ship to do it. Kevlarn's absolutely right. (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to Tassadar): well i just contacted the ming crusader of red china. they are a little closer Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk- 20 k is far from 500k Maverik: how can we find them? Brox Teneshe nods in agreement Kevlarn: there always is Brox Teneshe: True Rubiks, it was just a thought Kevlarn: is there a traders guild around here Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mkwe may be able to contact an off worlder rep from the sol union to buy rhodium Tassadar: I could check the Tsa community. Surely one of my people is up to something on this planet. Kessler: I hope to hear from you soon. Tassadar: You most certainly will, Mr. Kessler. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-or maybe tassadar's many contacts Kessler turns and leaves... heading for another 'new' arrival it looks like. Tassadar waves goodbye with its tail. Brox Teneshe: Cn we "safely" do that without inviting a personal inquiry as to who we are? Tassadar: By the swamp mists, what a yokel! Tassadar: The Tsa don't always take human legal systems very seriously. Brox Teneshe: Nor do many humans... Tassadar: And, from what I've heard, the Solar Union may not respect a Concord arrest warrant. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-i think the lgal stint was a front at best Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-remember we are considered dead Kevlarn: maybe you should look in to that for us Brox Teneshe: Your right, there is no love lost between them. My personal feeling are similar. (Vinny to GM): sure... he can meet them at the bar or where ever they are
goin'.. i'll update vinny's sheet so that you can use him as an NPC Tassadar: Heck, Maverik isn't dead! He can handle this stuff for us! Brox Teneshe shoots Tassadar a dissaproving look. Maverik: how come? (Vinny to GM): ok GM: after a 10 to 20 of discussing your options... (Vinny to GM): ok Tassadar: The rest of us are officially non-persons, and any serious inquiry would raise questions. But, so far as I know, you don't have any outstanding arrest warrants, death certificates, or what not, right? Vinny walks down the street... he looks at you and then continues on his way towards a place down the street Tassadar: ...So, that makes you a great front man. Maverik: great Kevlarn: sir Maverik: Vinny! Where are you going? Brox Teneshe: [[Is there anything remarkable about the guy who just past that warrants a second look?]] Brox Teneshe: [[Does Maverik know him personally?]] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-what about the al karam contact on this planet...yovas did mention that Vinny continues walking.. his left eye has been replaced with a cybernetic on and his left arm looks a little different Maverik: [[who?]] Kevlarn blinks rub his eyes shakes his head looks again and then thinks no it could not have been Vinny brings an image to your mind.. like you know him from somewhere.. but you can't quite remember from where Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-maybe its vinny yovas referred to Tassadar: I hadn't considered that! Yes, we certainly have some options: Solarians, Tsa, Al-Karam. GM: [Vinny could be remembered from the Wayfar manafest list... or perhaps known from characters imprissoned on the Wayfar] Kevlarn: SIR Brox Teneshe looks for a tool belt, something Vinny would have always had on hand. Tassadar: [to vinny] Pardon me, sir-- do you happen to have the time? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk to vinny-have we met before sir.... Vinny walks into a building a little ways down the street.. seeming not to have heard.. or meerly ignoring the yelling Kevlarn starst to walk towords vinny Tassadar: What a rude, smelly planet this is! Brox Teneshe lloks at the building for any obvious markings. Tassadar: Quite unlike my smelly, polite planet. (Kevlarn to GM): ok Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras walks after the group and notes his own wrist Brox Teneshe looks down at the implant. (Tassadar to GM): Tassadar reminds himself to find a surgeon to remove those damn implants that he never wanted in the first place. Kevlarn fallows him with king at the heal poistion Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-well the life shaped object reacts to vinny Tassadar gnaws at its wrist in irritation. Tassadar: [[ brb ]] Kevlarn: shacks rist and then looks down at the im plant Vinny sits down at a table inside and orders something to drink Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras walks upto the table GM: [team awareness check +0] Brox Teneshe: Tass, perhaps you should ask Yovas about this behavior. Kevlarn: Kevlarn performs a Awareness check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) ordinary success GM: BR awareness -1 Brox Teneshe: Brox Teneshe performs a Awareness check at 1 step(s) and receives a(n) failure or marginal success Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a Awareness check at 1 step(s) and receives a(n) ordinary success Vinny looks up at the group Kevlarn: Kevlarn performs a Awareness check at -1 step(s) and receives a(n) failure or marginal success Maverik performs a Awareness check at 1 step(s) and receives a(n) failure or marginal success Brox Teneshe: Brox Teneshe performs a Awareness check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) amazing success Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-vinny do you remember me? GM: [BR awareness -precep. -4] Vinny looks over the group GM: -1 Brox Teneshe: [[with the -1 taken into account]] GM: [ok, thanks] Vinny has a neverending stoic expression on his face Brox Teneshe: Brox Teneshe performs a Awareness check at -3 step(s) and receives a(n) amazing success Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a Awareness check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) failure or marginal success Tassadar: [to Yovas, via orbital uplink ] Yovas, we just received a twinge on our ridiculous implants. Any indicators up in the sky that something's going on? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [empath read of vinny] Yovas: Hello? Query: You ... seem... to be... breaking...up.. Computer Voice: Signal lost Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Empathy check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) ordinary success providing a -1 bonus to encounter skills with the target. (Brox Teneshe to GM): Look at those three over by the algea pool.-Discretely Tassadar scuttles over to join the rest of the group. (Maverik to Brox Teneshe): what about them Kevlarn looks around the room GM: RU +1 (Kevlarn to Brox Teneshe): how is that Tassadar peers at this stranger named "vinny" from every angle, and in doing so, examines the algae pool. (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to GM): would like to perform empathy check of aliens near pool Vinny looks at Kevlarn then at some other people in the place GM: [pause] GM: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Empathy check at 1 step(s) and receives a(n) ordinary success providing a -1 bonus to encounter skills with the target. GM: Through the croud.... Kevlarn makes eye contact GM: you see a dark shape standing... GM: in front of an algae pool. The ... GM: figure is tall and gaunt... GM: dressed in black, loose fitting close.... iGM: Player request refused; game in progress GM: Its stands perfectly still... iGM: Listen server open for players... *** GM: head shorn and gray, eyes hidden.... GM: from the pale light... *** Tassadar: [[ It had to happen sooner or later! ]] GM: You feel like it knows... Brox Teneshe grins GM: or its at least... GM: stearing at you... Tassadar: [[ you feel like it knows... why Bronz keeps cloning himself ]] GM: Not until the croud... Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-greetings external Kevlarn: [[ attack of the clones aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa hee hee hee]] GM: thins that you notice that there two more of them, nearby. GM: watching the crowd.... GM: with heads tilted strangely askew. GM: The disturbing.... (Tassadar to Brox Teneshe): There are plenty of modern day biotech firms that would kill to know your secret. GM: thing is not their odd behavior.... GM: or the realization that they look exactly alike.... GM: What bothers you is... GM: that when the one look in your direction ... iGM: Player request refused; game in progress iGM: Listen server open for players... GM: smiles.... GM: or maybe sneers... Kevlarn smiles back at them GM: you cant' tell - you can see.... Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras cant smile iGM: **** Player #6 Connection Error: Connection is aborted due to timeout or other failure iGM: Player connection closed on server 6 GM: that its mouth is filled with traingular... (Brox Teneshe to GM): Powerful moment- please summarize. GM: sawlike teeth. GM: [freeplay] GM: Other people in the croud.... Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-external what business have you here with us or vinny? GM: seem to walk right pass these individuals... GM: without taking notice. Tassadar: We lost our connection with Yovas and the ship, gentlemen. i*** GM: [pause] GM: Kevlarn: sits and orders a drink the native "poisen" please GM: do i need to repeat any of that ?] *** Tassadar: nah Kevlarn: nope Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [nope] Brox Teneshe: [[just the part right after my link dropped, please]] GM: We seemed to have lost a person or two during that discription] Maverik: no GM: You are faced by three.... GM: dark ones... who don't seem to be notice by anyone else but your team. GM: they look right at you... GM: and haven't said a word. yet. GM: [freeplay] GM: Tassadar , always curious, mosies over to the algae pool to sip the water (and make small talk) (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to GM): what did the empathy reveal about vinny? Brox Teneshe: [Thanx]] Tassadar: Nice dental work. Maverik: I wander what do they want from us? (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to GM): its the lost conn\ection syndrome Brox Teneshe looks about to see if there are any "secuirty" personnel on the street. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-do you prefer to watch and observe us externals Kevlarn: think there bountie hunters Tony P looks at the 'dark ones'... sizing them up Vinny: [[whoops]] GM: They just stand there.... GM: watching you. Tassadar: I can get you a nice pair of sunglasses, real cheap... GM: Again.. its odd, that one else even looks their direction. Tassadar attempts to pick the nearest one's pocket if it doesn't respond. GM: they stand 18 m away from your table.] Kevlarn gets up walks to them profers his hand how may i help you sirs Tassadar moseys over to the algae pool to sip the water and make small talk. GM: As K starts to approach...... Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-they appear to manipulate people's observation skills similar to my shadow skills GM: [pause] Brox Teneshe moves over to where Vinny is sitting to get a better look at him. GM: two of the figures watch him move.... GM: the third raises its hand. GM: (gloved) GM: You see its mouth moving... GM: in dead silence.... GM: It clearly isn't speaking... GM: at least not aloud... Kevlarn shakes it GM: yet you understand it... Kevlarn: king heal Tassadar scampers closer and inspects the creature's pockets. GM: "Go to the Black Nebula. Ask for Traven" GM: [Kev is still near your table...just standing] GM: [resume] Vinny continues to sit.. watching everyone in the room Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-why should we trust you, external? Maverik: Where's the Black Nebula? Kevlarn walks over to them and profers his hand GM: They start to walk backwards... Vinny is armed with paired pistols. GM: [actions?] GM: GM: They keep the disctance the same... Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-hold your attacks.... GM: between kev and themselve. GM: ] GM: ~12 m now.] Brox Teneshe: "Vinny" is that you, Mr. Fixit himself? GM: [actions?] Kevlarn: stops GM: . GM: . GM: . Vinny looks at Brox... not saying anything... but nods slightly.. then look sback at the externals Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [wait and access the externals---no actions til they move] Brox Teneshe maintains a arms length distance from Vinny, just in case. GM: they continue backing up... into a dark shadow you haven't noticed before - there are so many around Tribon... Tassadar tries to circle around the strangers, approaching from the side opposite Kevlarn. If this involves running or dashing around, so be it. GM: and then they just seem to fade into it. GM: Tass AC Brox Teneshe playing dumb... GM rolls 1d20 for a result of 1 Tassadar: Tassadar performs an action check at -1 step(s) and receives a(n) amazing success. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-tasdar they either shadow walked or they are just in hiding like my shadow ability Brox Teneshe: I thought those were illegal here, gesturing at his pistols. GM: [[TA you think you could make a DIVE run at them... before they reach the shadow. GM: Do you want to take it?]] Tassadar barrels into the aliens. "Oops, I'm so sorry! Here, let me help you up." Vinny ignores Brox Vinny continues to watch the externals Tassadar checks their @#*%$! pockets. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [if tass succeeds, then warp gate to him to help] GM: TA +2 Tassadar: [[ what skill? ]] Kevlarn shurgs stands at the ready with king at my side GM: acro GM: batics Tassadar: Tassadar performs a Acrobatics check at 3 step(s) and receives a(n) failure or marginal success GM: Tass dives right into a wall... Brox Teneshe stand beside Vinny but turns to focus on the "action" in the street. GM: as the shadow seems to fade away. GM: [freeplay] GM: GM: Tassadar: BONK! Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras concentrates on all things astral and shadow like from the khala Kevlarn looks back at "vinny" and wonders if he is makeing the illluion Tassadar: You're missing out on an excellent deal on sunglasses! You'll be back!!! Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-kevlarn its no illusion, we templar command similar abilities (Brox Teneshe to Vinny): Who are they? Vinny takes a drink from his glass GM: [ru ok] (Vinny to Brox Teneshe): not a clue (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to GM): thnak you Kevlarn: yes i know but the way he was looking Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-they are gone...shadow walked. Brox Teneshe walks over to Tassadar with his hand on his first aid kit Brox Teneshe: Need any help, you OK? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-they must have dimensiional powers similar to my own Tassadar: When I get rich, I will hire wrecking crews to demolish this wall. Other than that, I guess I'm fine. GM: The hair on kings back goes back down... and he continue to drink his water from the bowl Maverik: what species are they? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-vinny are you there.... (Kevlarn to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): what did savoy say about wat you asked
him Brox Teneshe helps Tassadar to his feet. Vinny looks at Rubiks.. then takes another drink... Tassadar: Thank you, Bronz. Now, let's kidnap this mysterious stranger and beat the truth out of him. (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to Kevlarn): all clear,,,tehy are gone and cant read vinny;s mind black slate Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras waves his hand infront of him (Kevlarn to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): humm (Vinny to GM): Vinny has no vocal cords so he is unable to talk.. makes it more interesting :) Brox Teneshe: He "is" Vinny, but not entirely - I don't think... Vinny centers his gaze on Rubiks Tassadar knocks over Vinny's glass when he puts it down. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-i can not read any surface thoughts only a void Tassadar: Sorry: I'm so clumsy today. Vinny ignores tass and continues to study Rubiks (Kevlarn to Vinny): are you doing what we talk about Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [may i perform the "undo" telepathic skill on vinny?] (Vinny to Kevlarn): i don't remember what we talked about... although vinny doesn't do any talking anymore :) Brox Teneshe takes a moment to see if the "action" drew any attention from security forces nearby. Vinny: [[depends on what you think it will accomplish]] (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to GM): to "undo" the mental block if one exists (Kevlarn to Vinny): about how you where going to rebuild your self (Vinny to Kevlarn): yeah.. sorta.. i'm adding a few twists into it (Kevlarn to Vinny): ok GM: Nope... and that in itself is odd.] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-vinny are you under a telepathic block Kevlarn: walks over to vinny and hands him a pad and paper on a wim Kevlarn: and pen Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [vin --can i perfrom an undo skill on you to reverse mindwipe or similar telepathic attacks] GM: King stands hoping Kev is passing out hotdogs Vinny: [[not sure... ask the DM]] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [will you resist] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [he said to ask you] Vinny: [[yes]] GM: RU +0 Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [yes i can or yes you will resist] Vinny: [[i will resist]] Maverik: [[brb]] GM: +2 Kevlarn: gives king a saugage GM: King swallows it! -GULP- Kevlarn: sit Tassadar: Yes-- yes-- keep eating. Grow fat and tender! GM: king sits Brox Teneshe: Are you here of your own accord Vinny? Kevlarn: looks at vinny and ask are you vinny Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Telepathy* check at 3 step(s) and receives a(n)failure or marginal success. Tassadar: Look, whoever this guy is, his attitude stinks. Let's just bonk him on the head and debrief him later. (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to GM): with that kind of faiure your right Vinny looks at Kev and nods slightly.. then begins to head out of the building.. motioning for the group to follow him Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [well that didnt work] Brox Teneshe draws Tassadar's attention to Vinny's pistols Kevlarn: walks after him king heal GM: King heals Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-do you have a tongue still...? Brox Teneshe: He can speak Rubiks, he just doesn't want to, apparently not here. Tassadar: I have half a mind to just jump on his head and poke him in the nose. *That* would get a reaction. iGM: Listen server closed for players...game in progress iGM: Fileserver started at address 211.162.145.104 port 9986 Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-maybe he does now...its been months since we last seen him Brox Teneshe: Well, shall we follow his lead??? Vinny looks at Tass... his eyes seeming to burn through the little pest Kevlarn: where are we going just point Vinny then continues to walk out Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras takes a quick scan of the tavern for other watchfulv iewers and follows vinny GM: There are direction kiosks on every corner or so GM: [you are still on the streets... near the arrivail gates] Brox Teneshe: -to the group Vinny use to have a fairly friend demeanor, I don't know what has happened to that part of him. Kevlarn is following vinny with king GM: [tribon map posted on game site - FYI only] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-maybe the cybertechnology , note hs eye, maybe be part of the slow response GM rolls 1d20 for a result of 13 GM rolls 1d20 for a result of 8 GM rolls 1d20 for a result of 18 (Tassadar to Brox Teneshe): I know what's wrong with Vinny: he's suffering from a terminal deficiency of Tsa urine on his scalp. (Vinny to GM): this is an unfriendly place right? i'm trying to figure out where i would take them.. assuming i think they are in danger of being attacked shortly (Maverik to GM): (Maverik to Brox Teneshe): (Vinny to GM): ok... do they know where that is? Brox Teneshe looks at his implant again, trying to notice anything different. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [where does he seem to be leading us this time?] GM: the group continues to walk down the street. Vinny heads toward the Black Nebula. GM: [pause graphic on the way] GM: GM: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras notes particular landmarks etc. to avoid getting lost Kevlarn: ok Brox Teneshe: [[How is Vinny dressed/groomed?]] GM: [resume] GM: A corner Kiosk .. GM: gives you the location... GM: and general floorplan of.... GM: the Black Nebula. GM: ] Vinny: [[there was an error and i didn't get the pic.. but don't worry about it too much]] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-how does cyotek effect humans? GM: [[did you get the pic... just courious]] Kevlarn: yep Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [yes] Tassadar: [[ yeah -- and had my speakrs turned all the way up, on an absolutley silent night,, while sitting in the dark. nearly jumped out of my seat with that voice. ]] Maverik: [yes] Vinny: [[nope.. got the same error... but i wouldn't sendit again.. with my luck it would kill my system]] Brox Teneshe: [[yep]] Brox Teneshe: [[Same here Tass, scared the Sh*t out of me!!] Maverik: what species were thi (Vinny to GM): updated character sheet at http://home.earthlink.net/~aprencipe/vinny.htm Maverik: ose guys Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-they were externals...enemies of the al karam (Vinny to GM): np.. i just added the cyber gear and updated his desc. GM: ]] Tassadar: Maverik, I don't know. Rubiks thinks they are "externals"--one of several species from outside known space. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-generally they have their own agenda GM: [resume] GM: Brox Teneshe takes note of any distinguishing markings about Vinny clothing or equipment Kevlarn: hummm GM: [Vinny, please descibe yourself] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-even i am considered an external by common definition Vinny carrys paired pistols.. his left eye and most of the left side of his face have been replaced with cybernetics... his left arm as well... GM: [[posted new update to Lison page]] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras datalink to vinny - can you communicate this way vinny Brox Teneshe guestures toward one of the private booths on the right wall. Tassadar: All right, human: why did you lead us here? Vinny: [[not sure if you can datalink with me or not]] GM: THe Black Tavern... appears before you... Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [you have a communications port?] GM: you navigated several levels of Tribon to get here... Maverik: he can write if nothing else GM: to experience of moving around this underground ... (Vinny to GM): you need to fix the oberon page.. the text is all tiny and messed up GM: and smell city was not a great time at all. Vinny: [[i have a NIJack.. but i'm not sure if you can datalink with it]] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [subdermal maybe, data port?] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [dm -- can i datalink with his jack...?] GM: [using what skill?] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [datalink-telepathy] Brox Teneshe leads to group to a private booth, if any are open, seeing that we need to discuss Vinny's situation and ours. GM: [yes, you can give it a shot... but, that is really leaving him WIDE open to you, and not that safe for you (just like GRID running)] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [datalink states can link to computer or cybernetic machine] GM: The team enters the Black Nebual Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Datalink* check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) failure or marginal success . GM: The Black nebula occupies... Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [the tavern noise blocks my mental thinksing] GM: a prominence on the edge of the cities... GM: middle tier. The structure... GM: is embeded in the rock... Kevlarn: Kevlarn restores all his psionic energy points. GM: and inside you see a state of the art entertainment complex. GM: A neon-lit bar... GM: stretches out into the ... GM: middle of the floor.. GM: beynd which... GM: you see an oval pit filled iwth all types... GM: of holographic diversion. GM: GM: Dozens of patrons sit around... GM: at tables, enjoying... GM: the fresh air... GM: passing the hours away.... GM: wearing e visors. GM: Vinny walks toward the back GM: Dry ice fills the tavern... Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-too much distraction to communicate with vinny via mathematics GM: with a silver haze... Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk- i need to focus GM: A sexy, statuesque woman... GM: treats the audience to a hypnotic melody.... GM: while five sesheyans.... Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Datalink* check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) good success . GM: provide instrumental backup. GM: GM: [ru state what you are trying to do, now that yo uare linked up] GM: [actions?] (Kevlarn to GM): can i make my own spells Brox Teneshe takes a good look at the Sesheyans, since he hasn't seen may before. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [ i communicate with his nanocomputer for voice speech problems] Tassadar uses the restrooms. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [any exist?] GM: [check his character sheet... if there is one, you can try and effect repairs if it is sofware related] Maverik looks around at different species he never encountered before GM: [ru, yes, see map] (Kevlarn to GM): a spell that blocks all out side noies and keep us from
being over heard (Kevlarn to GM): let me check GM: Brox... the Sesheyans are 'winged' humanoids with... GM: 8 eyes... Vinny: [[sorry guys.. but i need to go change a flat.. Savoy, it looks like you are gonna have to take him over]] GM: somewhat bat-like wings, and claws. (Kevlarn to GM): timeslip if i can GM: [[thanks Vinny! see you]] Vinny: [[np.. nice to rp again.. later all]] Brox Teneshe: [[Take care Vinny! Good to see you again]] Tassadar: [[ sorry to piss you off Vinny -- just in character ]] Tassadar: [[ good to meet you ]] Maverik: [[bye vinny]] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [cant access his character sheet] Vinny: [[you didn't piss me off.. i just wanted to convey that his eyes were piercing through you]] GM: [one sec ru] (Kevlarn to GM): damn i need to hold us in a slip of time Vinny: [[ good to see everyone again.. and i'll see what i can do about making another char sheet as well]] Tassadar: Ouch! those are some damn sharp eyes. Is that light impact damage? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [have a good one...silent one] Vinny: [[ technically... yes... but only if i fire my... :) later all]] (Vinny to GM): he has no vocal chords and no way to actually talk. other then
that he's very emotionless and down to the point :) (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to GM): no voice capabilities? ----no voice box/tongue? (Kevlarn to GM): i can hold my self in time right iGM: Player connection closed on server 1 Tassadar: [[ Let's sell that eye-blaster thing for spare parts while he's gone! ]] (Kevlarn to GM): than can i do it to three GM: Vinny moves over to a holo grid port... GM: and jacks in. (Kevlarn to GM): nope Kevlarn: rubiks i might be able to give you and vinny some quite time Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-guys---my datalink search has revealed he has no voice cords...he is too mechanical Brox Teneshe: [[Your relentess Tassadar!]] Tassadar: [[ We need money!!!!! ]] (Kevlarn to GM): ok GM: [gm looks up info for a player... continue to on auto mode] GM: Maverik: [[you won't get much for that]] Tassadar: So let me get this straight: of the six of us, one of us (me) cannot speak the language, another is a psychic alien who can't speak, and a third is a mute. That's got to be a record. Kevlarn: nope we need a blind , def , and dumn one to to make the record Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-i can think well enough, lesser Tassadar: Hey, speaking of long odds-- I wonder if I could raise some money by gambling? Brox Teneshe: [[See Tassadar what can happen if you don't stay in school.]] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [system memory used up cant view wesbites] Maverik: how good a gambler are you? GM: [[ok... Kev. Timeslip is only good for you. the individual.]] GM: I'll send you the the stats, just email me a reminder]] GM: [fp] GM: Tassadar: Reasonably competent. But we'd need a stake to get started with. Kevlarn: damn can i make a vearent of i t Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-i shall continue my diagnosis of vinny and possible solutions Maverik: how much? GM: [[nope... lets talk about it as a rank benefit after 8]] GM: [[ru ok]] Tassadar: [[ GM == how much money does Tass have on hand? ]] (Kevlarn to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): is there any fx skills that block sound
from the outside and kep us from being over hurd GM: [RU appears to be just as 'jacked in' as Vinny... Kevlarn: [[ok]] (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to Kevlarn): yes but limited GM: amd just as oblivious to the outside surroundings] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [what other things seem to be missing from his typical body ---check datalogs in file areas (Kevlarn to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): how limited Brox Teneshe: [[What is the air like in this place?]] GM: [the air is VERY fresh... (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to GM): no GM: suprisingly you weren't ... GM: charged a 'cover' to get in. (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to Kevlarn): first you can have access only to one
area of fx -- aracne faith or super hero my area is arcane Brox Teneshe uses a GRID terminal to search for information about himself. Tassadar: Okay, we're back where we started: we spotted some spooky aliens, and an unfriendly friend. But we still have no agenda. (Kevlarn to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): humm so i guess you would be teaching me
arcane is it in that Computer Voice: BR +0 Tassadar: Bronz, when you get a chance, see if you can find any ore merchants looking for transport. Brox Teneshe: Brox Teneshe performs a Computer Operation* check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) failure or marginal success Brox Teneshe: Man, I really have dissapeared from the GRID. GM: After 30 min or so.... GM: the manager of the place seems to recognize you. GM: There's a coldness about the odd looking man... GM: that makes him difficult to look at. GM: He introduces himself, as Tavern. GM: His hands are hidden... GM: and the light reflecting from blue... (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to Kevlarn): my area is in shadow arcane skills cover call shaodws -- what the xternals did shadow bolts - range attack darksight - to see in darkness strange eyes - to mesmerize foes Brox Teneshe stops what he is doing and focuses his attention on the their namesake contact. GM: tinged glasses makes his fishy eyeballs look like they're floating. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-i wonder if vinny's family cuased his condition GM: inside tiny aquairiums. (Kevlarn to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): your going to have to sind me the fix
skills and that is pretty no veary limited GM: Tavern: May I sit with you? Kevlarn: sure why no t Brox Teneshe: May we buy you a drink? (Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras to Kevlarn): typically there are just four to six
skills per broad skill area with psionics there are greater numbers but are weaker in power as compared to arcane skills GM: Tavern looks to the others in the group and king. GM: T: Waves a hand and drinks appear for everyone... "No, please let me." (Kevlarn to Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras): humm Tassadar: I like this guy already. GM: the waitresses dissapear again, in a few moments. Brox Teneshe nods slightly and looks impressed. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-do you have similar friends tavern that we have met? GM: "A few hours ago, three pale men wearing glasses and long coats appeared in my establishment..... Kevlarn: that is king he is harmless till made mad Tassadar: At last, a civilized person who appreciates comfort and good service. GM: and infomed me that you would be coming. GM: They didn't mension your names... GM: but I knew you the moment you walked in. GM: By the looks of you, you are 45 runners. No? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-and you trusted them implistitly Tassadar: No. GM: We get alot of your kind here. GM: Oh. GM: really - Tavern Tassadar: Our employment status is, presently, indeterminate. GM: T: Then, what 'are' you then? GM: OH. - t Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-why trust such strangers with glasses? Kevlarn: we are looking at our opions Tassadar: At the moment, we are merely tourists. Tassadar: Do you know anything about the "45" trade? GM: SOmething of course, living here in Tribon you have to know something about Rhodium trading. - T Brox Teneshe: Although we are open to various employment opportunities, Rhodium included. GM: Then what business do you do with these Men In Black? GM: -T Tassadar: At the moment, they are potential customers in the Tassadar, Inc. Sunglass Emporium. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-why have you tavern taking interst in us....did the men in lback tell you about us? GM: T - OK, The three.... Tassadar: For our part, we received a recommendation from a man named Kessler to seek you out. It seems like we are both being manipulated. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-we have no business with the black men...they sent us her GM: strangers would not share the names or purposes.... GM: However, one of them did... GM: say something courious. He whispered... Tassadar: [[ oh, wait -- I got that wrong. never mind. ]] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-do you have a task undone? GM: to me.... "This world will suffer.... GM: unless something is done.' I glanced.... Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-do you know vinny here or kessler? GM: down just for a moment, and then they were gone. GM: I run a modest business here..... Tassadar: [[ sorry about the kessler comment: he mentioned another establishment. my bad. ]] GM: and I don't have any rhodium.... GM: to trade, but I do... GM: have a friend who happens to be a 45 distributor... GM: I'm sure I can get you a better deal than you might ... GM: get from others if I ask here. GM: and if you have a ship... GM: perhaps i can get you a deal going as a transport. GM: If you have funds... GM: and room, perhaps both. GM: Oc course, I'd owe her one. GM: but she knows I'm good for it. GM: -T GM: Tavern looks around for the reactions for the strange looking group. GM: Tassadar: Let's back up a minute. What did they mean, "unless something is done"? GM: T- I don't know. Much of this is a myster to me too. Tassadar: Do creepy aliens frequently arrive in your establishment, spout dire warnings, and tell you to be on the lookout for confused wayfarers? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-these black men have their own agenda....they are mysterious at best...their purpose mutlilayered with intrigue Brox Teneshe nods in acknowledgement at Tavern's words, showing attention to his time & hospitality. GM: No, but these are strange times with the War and all. GM: -T GM: I try to be wise... and these folks looked VERY serious. Even for here. - T Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-we were informed that these externals frequent this area and are agents of the exteats Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-we must tread lightly here...the exteransl and possibly yhe exteats know we are here Tassadar: See, to me this sounds like a set-up. Do something about *what*? If you announce that there's a looming crisis, what good does it do unless you specify what the crisis *is*? Kevlarn: the end of the world GM: Yep... I understand. You never did answer my question though. Do you have access to a ship? 45? GM: -T Tassadar: Okay: but how are we going to do something about that? We can't even order drinks. Kevlarn: yes GM: T; Which? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-either this is a bate and trap situation or a bate and switch? logic dictates caution and diplomacy Tassadar: Yes, we have a ship. But no, presently we can't afford to buy rhodium directly. GM: Dispite the mysterious MIB, then perhaps there is a deal to be had here. Follow me. - T Tassadar: Unless you've got contacts in the Solarian or Taasan communities who might want to share the profits in exchange for transportation. GM: Tavern leads you to another room. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [read this guys thoughts --- is he serious?] (Tassadar to Maverik): hey, you're awfully quiet-- still there? Brox Teneshe: Reguadless of the crisis, we do in fact have most of the resources you mentioned to work as a transport team. We will need a stable income if we are to "address" any world-altering issues GM: RU +2] (Maverik to Tassadar): still here. i dont have much to say Kevlarn: hum (Tassadar to Maverik): all right,,, just making sure Vlad the Impaler hadn't come to get you or anything. GM: Once in the room, he closes the doors and activates a window... that now allows you to see the main floor of the tavern. Tassadar: If we save the world, do we earn interest on such a large principal? (Kevlarn to GM): Kevlarn: nope just good karma iGM: **** Player #5 Connection Error: Connection is aborted due to timeout or other failure iGM: Player connection closed on server 5 iGM: Listen server open for players... GM: I'm not sure what this has to do with saving the universe... -T GM: but Alaaxis is my most popular entertainer. GM: and a good personal friend. GM: REcently... GM: she succomed to the charms ... Tassadar: And this "good karma"-- it can be redeemed for valuable cash prizes in most Afterlife Shopping Networks? GM: of a thrill seeking oxygen running... GM: man/thing named... GM: Timogen. GM: I believe his implants have pushed him... GM: over the edge into cykosis. Tassadar: [[ I like the phrase "man/thing." That is how Tassadar will refer to humans from now on.]] GM: When she ended her... Kevlarn: yep if you get enuff you can even chooes what anamil you come back as GM: relationship with him, he started to stalk her. GM: I'm sure you know... GM: what cyksosis can do to a man... GM: so she will not be safe anywhere on the planet. Brox Teneshe looks at Vinny GM: For personal reasons, I would like to keep the officials... GM: and other outside parties out of this matter. GM: I'd conside it a ... GM: personal favor if you would keep this between us... GM: and help her out of the system. GM: I would in turn, call in a favor... Brox Teneshe: Any place in particular she wants to go? GM: and help you with arrangements for 45. GM: Anything close to Bluefall, and with connections to Bluefall - within reason of course. Tassadar: (to Alaaxis) The root problem here involves human sexuality, which is influenced by your ridiculous gender roles. How do you feel about sex-change surgery? GM: [pictures of Alaaxis and Tavern posted on tribon page now.] Maverik: I was hoping you'd ask us to take care of him GM: [Alaaxiss is still on 'state' performing] Tassadar: [[ oh. Well, let's file that strategy away under "Plan B for 'Boy' " GM: Tavern looks at you. GM: T - Well, what do you think. Do we have an arrangement? Maverik: we do, don't we? Tassadar: Sounds like it. Who is this Timogen character? Does he have friends? Political connections? GM: We is very well connected within 'certain' circles. Brox Teneshe: What species is he? GM: Not mine of course. - T Tassadar: Does this diva have any bureaucratic restrictions on travel? GM: I would say he was human - T Maverik: "certain" as in those that might hamper our mission? GM: T: Good. Its a deal then. Agreed? GM: Tassadar: Just a second-- (to Yovas, via uplink) Yovas, are you still up there? Yovas: [no answer] iGM: Client connection requested on server 1 Tassadar: (via Rubiks group telepathy) No deal if we've got no ship. Still haven't heard from them.) iGM: Character sheet received from iGM: * Character information received from Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras... iGM: * Connected unregistered version Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [back] GM rolls 1d20 for a result of 16 GM rolls 1d20 for a result of 9 GM rolls 1d20 for a result of 15 GM rolls 1d20 for a result of 4 Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Empathy check at 2 step(s) and receives a(n) failure or marginal success . GM: T - pulls up a comm link. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [no work empathy] GM: Its not uncommon for externam comm systems to be jammed here. PLease. Use mine. Tassadar: Mr. Traven, we wil accept your offer conditionally: at the moment, technical problems make it unlcear if we are still in the rhodium trading business. But if we resolve this Timogen situation, I trust you can compensate us in other ways? GM: T- Yes. But lets be specific. What would you need. Tassadar tries to reach the Kurtosis on Traven's commlink. Savoy: REply: Kurtosis here. Tassadar: Well, that's a relief. Tassadar: (via Rubiks Telepathy) -- Anyone object to dealing with this guy? Savoy: REply: Thank you. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-how do we know if this guys is truthful? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Empathy check at 2 step(s) and receives a(n) amazing success providing a -3 bonus to encounter skills with the target. Tassadar: (telepathic) We don't, precisely--but at the very least, if we complete this mission we can blackmail him. GM: Taverns Blue glasses metallic rims spark to life!!! Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [is he truthful?] GM: Tavern turns and stands.... GM: obviously VERY mad. Brox Teneshe: It looks like the best option we have right now. And it could earn us more in good relations in the furture. GM: 'Who did that?" - T Kevlarn: [[i think he blocked you rudiks]] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-i would think so... Tassadar: (innocently) Did what? GM: A computer pad sits ready in his hand. GM: "Speak up... now" - T GM: He waits.... glaring around the room. Kevlarn: sir we have been duble delt be for and we never want to be agian Maverik: what's the problem? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-we externals dont take kindly to disguise works here, mr. t GM: "You know it is against the laws of this system, and common business to use mind powers at a business table without premission... Kevlarn: we are vary couses who we make deals with now GM: or a qualified observer." - T is spitting mad. Tassadar: Okay: I guess Alaaxis's problem can wait. Kevlarn: please calm down Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-i have other less obtrusive ways to find information , mr. t. GM: These psi-patterns have been logged! I couldhave you put in jail! Kevlarn: we are sorry sir we don't know (Brox Teneshe to Tassadar): Are we sure we want to pass this up? Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-very few things can keep me locked up i asure you.... (Tassadar to Brox Teneshe): I wonder what will happen if we derail this whole thing. This looks like a burn. Tassadar: You do that, and we'll involve officials in this oh-so-quiet Alaaxis problem of yours. Don't be a fool. Sit down. Kevlarn: rubiks please GM: He calms down after a few minuets... GM: but is still now very happy. (Brox Teneshe to Tassadar): I say we take it, but its your call. Captain. Tassadar: We are weary travelers who do not enjoy the prospect of betrayal. GM: and then he sits. GM: "Well, of course. Please, just don't do that again." Tassadar: All we were doing was verifying your veracity before getting involved in potentially shady activity. Tassadar: Now: let's take a group vote. All in favor of helping this guy? Maverik raises hand GM: "Look around... I've worked very hard to get where I am. I would run it all, unless the Brox Teneshe raises his hand. GM: risk was very calculated." Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-against due to the insults of this lesser mortal Tassadar: I appreciate that, but you need to realize the same is true for us as well. Anything you want to keep hidden from the authorities means that w'ere running serious risks. And I owe my crew the reliability of all business partners. GM: King just looks around at all the raised hands, and tries to 'shake; Tassadar: Kevlarn, did you vote? Kevlarn: what's up king Kevlarn: no Kevlarn: im with rubiks GM: Understood. My contact is is Kathleen Vavaroutsos... I'll get you connected after a good nights rest. You look like you might need one! Maverik: [[very much so]] Tassadar: Okay: I suppose I vote in favor, just because it's been an unproductive day so far. GM: As he stands to shake your hands.... Kevlarn neels next to king Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras mk-such a stunted deal with this slime. Brox Teneshe rises to shake his hand. GM: the lights in the room turn RED. and a alarm goes off ... accompanied with... GM: the screems of people near the stage area. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras stares at the mutant but does not shake his hand if extended Kevlarn: shit GM: AC GM: GM: Tassadar: (to Rubiks) Maybe: but it's only a matter of time before we get arrested anyway. Kevlarn: Kevlarn performs an action check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) marginal success. Tassadar: Tassadar performs an action check at -1 step(s) and receives a(n) amazing success. GM rolls 1d20 for a result of 7 Brox Teneshe: Brox Teneshe performs an action check at 1 step(s) and receives a(n) marginal success. GM rolls 1d20 for a result of 10 GM rolls 1d20 for a result of 5 Maverik performs an action check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) critical failure. Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [call shadows] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs an action check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) good success. Kevlarn: Kevlarn performs a(n) Bio-Armor check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) amazing success but also an automatic success d6+1d6 d6. GM: [mav, what is your AC?] GM: GM: [RU hold actions until your phase please] GM: Maverik: critical failure???? i dont get it Maverik: see above Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [just stating what my actions will be ---not otherwiese] GM: [that just means you got a 20... GM: MP for you!] GM: GM: AP GM: GM: GM: GM: [tass only it looks like] GM: Tassadar: Tassadar rushes for the door and peeps its head out to see what's happening. GM: [TA moves... ok] GM: GM: GP GM: GM: GM: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [as before] GM: [tass and ru it looks like] GM: GM: [roll it now then please] Tassadar: [[ what does Tassadar see? ]] Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Call Shadows FX* check at 2 step(s) and receives a(n) ordinary success . Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Call Shadows FX* check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) good success . GM: [tass sees people running about... away from the stage... Alaaxis is being held by two dark, robed figures.] GM: Tassadar: Same aliens from the algae pool? GM: the room darkenes around RU] GM: GM: actions ta? GM: or hold?] Tassadar: Hold. I've got no weapons. GM: OP GM: GM: GM: GM: GM: FYI range from door to the stage is 10m] GM: . GM: . Tassadar: Tassadar runs onto the stage. GM: . Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [warp gate with kev near alaxis] Kevlarn: give me king to GM: Kev has no actions, but you can go - is that what you want to do?] GM: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: [yes ] GM: ta runns to the stage - arrives in the MP GM: RU +0 GM: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras: Rubiks'Nox -- Shakuras performs a(n) Warp Gate* check at 0 step(s) and receives a(n) amazing success . GM: Ru dissappears GM: MP GM: GM: GM: GM: a laser blast from near the bar heads toward the stage!!! GM: Maverik runs to the stage too GM: BR, MA, KE, have actions GM: pause Brox Teneshe runs into the main area and hurdles a chair at the nearest of the two men on th strage- to creat a distraction. Kevlarn: i guess i called up my armor Maverik runs to the stage too Tassadar rolls 1d20 for a result of 2 = 2 Tassadar rolls 1d10 for a result of 10 = 10 GM: [session ends] *** |