Shards of Memory-Prologue: Fractured Union

[Rystil Arden]

Kirkesh:
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*Vanessa smiles back at Kirkesh and returns his kiss, whispering.*

"Hurry back then, my brave and noble Kirkesh!"

*Kirkesh heads to the ladies restroom, sneaking in when no one is looking and quickly changing into a decent likeness of Vanessa. It would be better if she actually had skill in disguising himself, but its still as good as any non-Dolathi, even if the non-Dolathi was trained in the art of disguise. She fidgets in front of the mirror until it is as good as it is going to be and then walks out, eventually finding Sanchez near the entrance with two burly-looking Rowaini.*

"Ah, my lady!" Sanchez says when he sees her, "Back so soon? What about your romantic date with that hero you've been sighing about like a little schoolgirl for so long?"
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[Bront]

Kirkesh:
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*Vanessa smiles back at Kirkesh and returns his kiss, whispering.*

"Hurry back then, my brave and noble Kirkesh!"

*Kirkesh heads to the ladies restroom, sneaking in when no one is looking and quickly changing into a decent likeness of Vanessa. It would be better if she actually had skill in disguising himself, but its still as good as any non-Dolathi, even if the non-Dolathi was trained in the art of disguise. She fidgets in front of the mirror until it is as good as it is going to be and then walks out, eventually finding Sanchez near the entrance with two burly-looking Rowaini.*

"Ah, my lady!" Sanchez says when he sees her, "Back so soon? What about your romantic date with that hero you've been sighing about like a little schoolgirl for so long?"
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Rystil [Sblock]"It was more than I hoped, but that is all it can be for me, a hope. He invited me to see his ship, and perhaps, if you'll allow, I will later. But for now I'd like to return to my room and have some time alone if you don't mind." 'Vanessa' is slightly sad and disapointed, as if a dream of hers was not fully what she expected.[/sblock]

 

[Keia]

Yotsu Yuriko, Martial Artist

*Rystil Only*[sblock]*Yuriko activated her obi of disguise, shifting herself to the appearance of a young boy, an farmers son, a foot shorter than herself. The boy was without equipment, leaving the jingasa, and a club for an illusion of her katana. She moved to the small farm, scanning the area for trouble. She needed to accurately judge the threat level of this area. It would not do for her to be slain in a random raid and thus fail her mission.

Yuriko moved closer more quickly if she did not spot too many attackers.*[/sblock]

 

[Rystil Arden]

Kirkesh:
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"Best be careful milady--he doesn't own a ship himself, so he might just be suggesting to take you to some rowdy public place where he works and there are a bunch of rough men. Actually, I heard he finished his latest job, so he doesn't even have one of those at the moment...Even so, I'm sorry for your loss, my lady. We will escort you to your room at once, if that is what you wish."

*Sanchez tries to comfort Kirkesh-as-Vanessa, speaking to her gently and kindly.*
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[Bront]

Kirkesh:
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"Best be careful milady--he doesn't own a ship himself, so he might just be suggesting to take you to some rowdy public place where he works and there are a bunch of rough men. Actually, I heard he finished his latest job, so he doesn't even have one of those at the moment...Even so, I'm sorry for your loss, my lady. We will escort you to your room at once, if that is what you wish."

*Sanchez tries to comfort Kirkesh-as-Vanessa, speaking to her gently and kindly.*
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Rystil: [sblock] "He told me he was friends with the captain, and he could show me around a bit. Why must you mistrust everyone so Sanchez?" She says, upset and accusing. "No, don't answer, I know it's your job. Just take me to my room." She sighs and begins following her escort.[/sblock]

 

[Rystil Arden]

Yuriko:
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*Yuriko glides silently towards the farm in her little-boy disguise. Without being seen, she is able to pick out five hito. They seem to have been setting fire to scare out the inhabitants, as they steal what they can, having killed the men. One of them is in the process of ripping the clothes off two screaming women, one barely more than a girl really. They may have an advantage in numbers, but they are disorganised and bandits are weak and craven...Probably no match for a trained Ninja.*
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[Rystil Arden]

Kirkesh:
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*Sanchez looks downcast.*

"I'm sorry milady. I didn't mean to upset you. It is truly an honour for me to serve you, and I hope that you always know that. I am always thinking of you...I hope you can understand..."

*The three men, quickly joined by two more guards to make five, begin to lead Kirkesh-Vanessa towards the Traveler's Ward, cutting into the Grand Bazaar to do so.*
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[Keia]

Yotsu Yuriko, Martial Artist

*Rystil Only*[sblock]*Yuriko glided silently toward the pair of bandits attacking the women, her 'sharp stick' in hand. If she can reach them unaware, she will flurry (hand to hand with her free hand and/or foot) with sneak attack.*

OOC: +5/+5 1d8+4 + 2d6 if denied their dex. Declared dodge opponent on the larger sized one of the two.[/sblock]

 

[Rystil Arden]

Yuriko:
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*Yuriko silently sneaks up right behind the big bandit and slashes him once with her Katana, followed up by a deadly strike with her leg to the face that crushes his nose up into his brain, killing him instantly.*

*Angry at this attack from a little boy, the still-living raping hito calls out,*

"Hey! We missed one of 'em. Time to kill this boy like his father and brothers! Without Barai around, we can all have first pick of the women!"

*With that, he attacks Yuriko, but she easily avoids the strike, swerving right and then immediately afterwards left to dodge the thrust of another bandit who had hoped to flank her. One of the other two bandits cannot reach the fighting yet, but the other manages to charge in and use his momentum to score a minor blow to Yuriko's arm.*

(OOC:

Yuriko's Move Silently check 16 + 10 = 26.

Yuriko gets a Surprise Attack! (which might as well be with the 'sharp stick')

12 + 9 = 21, Hit!

Kyozoku takes 13 Damage!

Yuriko gets 21 Initiative, going first, so she gets to go again!

20 + 5 = 25, wow, a threat with the fists...wait a minute? Another natural 20?!?!?

17 + 5 = 22 confirms.

Kyozoku takes 29 damage--he falls to the ground dead from the blow!

3 + 5 = 8 misses the Raping Hito.

Raping Hito's Attack 4 + 5 = 9, Miss.

Flanking Hito's Attack 3 + 6 = 9, Miss.

Charging Hito's Attack 17 + 7 = 24, Hit.

Yuriko takes 5 Damage.

Yuriko's turn!)
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[unleashed]

Zaeryn T'Erilan, Male Altanian Arcanist

Rystil Only

[SBLOCK]“As am I without you.”

*He leans in and kisses her quickly and gently, before beginning to stand.*

“Perhaps I could show you a few of my favourite places around Erilan?”

*Asks Zaeryn, as he extends a hand to help her up.*[/SBLOCK]