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Message: <blockquote data-quote="diaglo" data-source="post: 487796" data-attributes="member: 2885">Battle ChessThe weakened Timmay, Bernedette, and Bartol entered the event. The recovered Carl did too; although, he had a rather large knot on his head. Crestor and Ellier both begged off joining the competition. Bernedette was slightly heartbroken.Timmay wiped a bead of sweat from his forehead. “Whew,” he exclaimed. “I thought Bernedette was gonna cost us by being polite.”A couple older farmers, obviously veterans of the game, a guardsman, Evion, and another spellcaster filled out the ranks. The other spellcaster was named Serten. He had an almost palatable air of immunity to him. He was also very quick witted.The object of the game was to capture the opponent’s King. You had a variety of pieces with varying moves at your disposal. The number of turns it took to accomplish your goal was important. More points were earned for faster victories. The first one to 20 points won the match. Bartol faced Carl in the first round. Because of the earlier threat to Timmay, Bartol placed his sword in easy reach by his side at the table.Bartol tried for common moves. Tried and true victories he had won against his cousins in similar games. Carl was slightly better. It was a long match. Even though, Bartol won a game and tied another, it wasn’t enough to stop Carl.“I guess,” Bartol said when it was over, “you got to thump me back.”Bernedette and Timmay advanced as well. Evion did not.Timmay faced Carl next. Bernedette had one of the old farmers. Serten was resting after finishing off both his first and second round opponents. Unfortunately, Timmay was still too distracted by his injuries. His lack of strength was a constant reminder of the wound he had received. Bernedette coasted.Serten faced the other old farmer. Bernedette had Carl. Serten’s match was over early. Bernedette and Carl waged a war of wills. First one would win and then the other. They tied often. In a careless move Carl exposed his King. Bernedette took advantage for the win.The final was not so lucky or challenging. Serten made the fewest moves possible. The match was over in one game. Bernedette was stunned.“A break is in order,” Crestor announced. “Please everyone try some of the wares from the vendors or try your luck at the Wheel.”</blockquote>

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