Author Topic: Sword Quest IX - A Z-Machine Adventure (Read 59310 times)

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #30 on:** August 09, 2015, 05:52:00 PM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 09, 2015, 10:39:36 AM

> Take that moment, then.
> Does Meira look like she's able to continue?
> How's that cherry blossom smell?

>You come to a stop.
>Meira doesn't seem like she is able to continue at the moment, but she is definitely struggling to try.
>It is as overpowering as ever.

>_

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #31 on:** August 09, 2015, 06:04:28 PM »

> Place the point of our left-hand sword on her neck while sheathing our right-hand sword. This motion should be measured and assertive, rather than quick and aggressive. (If she's on her stomach, prod ever-so-gently so she's definitely aware it's there. If she's on her back, don't bother prodding.)
> Once our right-hand sword is sheathed, put our hand over our mouth to ease the smell.
> "Yield."

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #32 on:** August 09, 2015, 07:21:29 PM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 09, 2015, 06:04:28 PM

> Place the point of our left-hand sword on her neck while sheathing our right-hand sword. This motion should be measured and assertive, rather than quick and aggressive. (If she's on her stomach, prod ever-so-gently so she's definitely aware it's there. If she's on her back, don't bother prodding.)
> Once our right-hand sword is sheathed, put our hand over our mouth to ease the smell.
> "Yield."

>She is on her hands and knees, struggling to stand. You place Hakurouken's blade at her neck. She does not reply to your command, you are certain she's still struggling.

>_

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #33 on:** August 09, 2015, 07:32:43 PM »

> Struggling to speak, or simply to stand up?

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #34 on:** August 09, 2015, 08:08:24 PM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 09, 2015, 07:32:43 PM

> Struggling to speak, or simply to stand up?

>The latter.

>_

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #35 on:** August 09, 2015, 08:16:07 PM »

> "I said yield."
> Take a slightly deeper breath and hold it.
> Draw our right-hand sword and raise it upward, ready to be swung down at Meira's neck. Do not swing yet.

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #36 on:** August 09, 2015, 09:39:13 PM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 09, 2015, 08:16:07 PM

> "I said yield."
> Take a slightly deeper breath and hold it.
> Draw our right-hand sword and raise it upward, ready to be swung down at Meira's neck. Do not swing yet.

>She doesn't seem to be interested in obeying, as she steadies her grip on her sword and continues trying to rise. You think she is starting to have some success in her struggles, though she is still clearly weakened if she if could rise.

>_

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #37 on:** August 09, 2015, 09:47:18 PM »

> I'm sorry, Meira. It didn't have to be like this.
> Bring our right-hand sword down on her neck to end this.

UncertainJakutten · « **Reply #38 on:** August 10, 2015, 12:22:05 AM »

Wait a sec, Kilga.

>Hold previous command
>Would it be possible NOW to sunder the power from her, and put it in ourselves to carry back?

It's up to you if you want to do this, it's just the thing that occurs to me for achieving overarching goal if it's possible. I'm not strictly opposed to just ending it.

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #39 on:** August 10, 2015, 12:44:41 AM »

> Could we also possibly use Sunder once Meira's knocked out, and take the Saigyou Ayakashi's power into ourselves then?

I'm fine with using Sunder in this way, though I'd rather Meira not still be struggling when we do, if only because having her resisting could be a pain.

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #40 on:** August 10, 2015, 01:00:26 AM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 09, 2015, 09:47:18 PM

> I'm sorry, Meira. It didn't have to be like this.
> Bring our right-hand sword down on her neck to end this.

Quote from: UncertainJakutten on August 10, 2015, 12:22:05 AM

>Hold previous command
>Would it be possible NOW to sunder the power from her, and put it in ourselves to carry back?

>You could, but it would be a very bad idea.

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 10, 2015, 12:44:41 AM

> Could we also possibly use Sunder once Meira's knocked out, and take the Saigyou Ayakashi's power into ourselves then?

>You could, but it would be a very bad idea.

>_

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #41 on:** August 10, 2015, 01:10:00 AM »

welp

> Swing our left-hand sword up, and then bring it slicing down on her neck.

Mr. Sacchi · « **Reply #42 on:** August 10, 2015, 01:25:32 AM »

> Before we do that, say "I'm sorry Meira."

juuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuust in case

UncertainJakutten · « **Reply #43 on:** August 10, 2015, 01:32:10 AM »

>Well, why would it be a very bad idea?

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #44 on:** August 10, 2015, 01:37:07 AM »

Quote from: UncertainJakutten on August 10, 2015, 01:32:10 AM

>Well, why would it be a very bad idea?

>Among other things, it would be in you. You are not a vessel designed to contain it.

Quote from: Toyosatomimi No Sacchi on August 10, 2015, 01:25:32 AM

> Before we do that, say "I'm sorry Meira."

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 10, 2015, 01:10:00 AM

> Swing our left-hand sword up, and then bring it slicing down on her neck.

>You bring down your sword. Meira throws herself toward the side, or perhaps it's more accurate to say she falls. She lands on her left side, snapping her blade up to deflect yours. It is not a strong parry, but it is enough to keep her safe for the moment.
>She lashes out at your legs with a sudden kick!

>_

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #45 on:** August 10, 2015, 01:43:30 AM »

Knew I should have persisted with taking our right hand off of our mouth and keeping the left-hand sword's point on her neck.

Also, next time (if we get a next time), we're not saying anything. There's a reason I internalized that apology - talking just gave her more of a warning.

> Jump!

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #46 on:** August 10, 2015, 01:44:24 AM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 10, 2015, 01:43:30 AM

> Jump!

>You jump, and her kick passes harmlessly underneath you.

>_

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #47 on:** August 10, 2015, 01:46:05 AM »

> As we're coming down from our jump, bring our sword down in a stab at her right side.

Mr. Sacchi · « **Reply #48 on:** August 10, 2015, 01:49:44 AM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 10, 2015, 01:43:30 AM

Also, next time (if we get a next time), we're not saying anything. There's a reason I internalized that apology - talking just gave her more of a warning.

Oh, I'm sorry about that Kilga, I didn't realize

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #49 on:** August 10, 2015, 01:53:44 AM »

No biggie, just sayin'. o/

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #50 on:** August 10, 2015, 02:11:08 AM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 10, 2015, 01:46:05 AM

> As we're coming down from our jump, bring our sword down in a stab at her right side.

>She tries to bring her weapon up to deflect yours, and it comes with terrifying speed. The weapons clash with a loud clang, but she does not have the strength to really deflect your attack. Your blade sinks deeply into her side, drawing a kind of pained squawk from her before she passes out.

>_

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #51 on:** August 10, 2015, 02:15:18 AM »

> Phew.
> Poor thing, being given hope to restore what she believes is her true way of life, only to have necessity take it away. How cruel life is. Particularly when Seiga is involved.
> How's that cherry blossom smell?
> How close are we to the Sanzu River now?
> Is Komachi visible?

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #52 on:** August 10, 2015, 02:20:23 AM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 10, 2015, 02:15:18 AM

> Phew.
> Poor thing, being given hope to restore what she believes is her true way of life, only to have necessity take it away. How cruel life is. Particularly when Seiga is involved.
> How's that cherry blossom smell?
> How close are we to the Sanzu River now?
> Is Komachi visible?

>The odor is still there, but it doesn't seem as strong as before.
>You are some yards from the banks, and a distance from the pier. Looking around, you notice a ferry in the distance, making its way toward this shore. You also notice that Kotohime is standing some yards away, her expression serene and her hands folded into her sleeves.

>_

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #53 on:** August 10, 2015, 02:22:28 AM »

> Wave Kotohime over.
> "Hey!"
> While she's on her way, sheathe our left-hand sword and acquire Miko's sword.

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #54 on:** August 10, 2015, 02:28:01 AM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 10, 2015, 02:22:28 AM

> Wave Kotohime over.
> "Hey!"
> While she's on her way, sheathe our left-hand sword and acquire Miko's sword.

>"You did well to bring her to justice!" Kotohime says, as she approaches.
>You sheathe Hakurouken and reclaim the stolen weapon.
>You obtain: Shichi-sei ken

>_

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #55 on:** August 10, 2015, 02:33:19 AM »

> About how far away, timewise, is that ferry?

> Nod with an frown.
> "Your sentiments are appreciated. I am still conflicted about this entire situation, however. But I must set my personal concerns aside for the time being. We must bring her back to the Netherworld, so the Saigyou Ayakashi's life force can be restored to its proper place."

the old guy · « **Reply #56 on:** August 10, 2015, 03:12:57 AM »

>What do we think of Komachi, and in return what does she think of us? Same for Eiki Shiki.

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #57 on:** August 10, 2015, 03:51:50 AM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 10, 2015, 02:33:19 AM

> About how far away, timewise, is that ferry?

> Nod with an frown.
> "Your sentiments are appreciated. I am still conflicted about this entire situation, however. But I must set my personal concerns aside for the time being. We must bring her back to the Netherworld, so the Saigyou Ayakashi's life force can be restored to its proper place."

>You probably have a few minutes.
>"Is that safe?" she says.

Quote from: the old guy on August 10, 2015, 03:12:57 AM

>What do we think of Komachi, and in return what does she think of us? Same for Eiki Shiki.

>You don't have much interaction with Komachi, but you regard her as a fairly alright person, if a bit lax. The yama you have less experience with, but she is rather intimidating.

>_

Kilgamayan · « **Reply #58 on:** August 10, 2015, 03:56:08 AM »

> How long is Meira likely to be out, given the number we just did on her?

> "Well, the life force must be restored. How that is done is of little concern to me, as long as no one else is harmed."

Hello Purvis · « **Reply #59 on:** August 10, 2015, 04:14:13 AM »

Quote from: Kilgamyon on August 10, 2015, 03:56:08 AM

> How long is Meira likely to be out, given the number we just did on her?

> "Well, the life force must be restored. How that is done is of little concern to me, as long as no one else is harmed."

>You would hope she'd be out for some time. She absorbed enough of a beating to drop an raging oni.
>"Ah," says Kotohime. "Are you okay?"

>_