The Psionicle, Part IX

[Dalamar]

"If you are the real Rashida, can you point out one of the others that isn't?"

 

[Zhure]

Osius

Osius will try to keep an eye on that specific one, and point it out to Shardorn, "It's that one!"

Concentration +10 if needed

"I don't imagine this will work...
Osius manifests Ego Whip at the targeted creature.

 

[Darkwolf]

Narok turns to a pair of the Rashida's, "How can you both be the real Rashida? There is only supposed to be one of you, or so I was told."

 

[GnomeWorks]

Test of Merle

As Osius begins manifesting, Shardorn nods in acknowledgement of his pointing, and pulls forth her holy symbol.

Osius - your rapid mental lash attacks the creature's ego. As your mind comes into contact with it, you shudder involuntarily.

The spirit makes it's Will save.

Meanwhile, Shardorn is brandishing her holy symbol at the spirit.

"In the name of Rashida," She cries, "begone!"

Shardorn gets a 19 on her turning check, and turns 12 HD of undead.

The image seems to hiss at Shardorn, then turns around and rushes off into the distance, directly away from the cleric.

"Hmm..." Shardorn says, "perhaps that was not the best course of action..."

If you plan on going after the spirit, roll initiative.

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Test of Rashida

Syld:
"If you are the real Rashida, can you point out one of the others that isn't?"

"None of the others are real." Each Rashida answers. "I am the real Rashida."

Narok:
"How can you both be the real Rashida? There is only supposed to be one of you, or so I was told."

"You were told correctly," The two reply. "I am the real Rashida; she," The pair point at each other, "is a false image of myself."

 

[Jarval]

Jansson sticks to his position, still talking to the approaching creatures.

"What will you gain by attacking me and my companion? If one of you is truly good, then you should be told that my companions fight to defeat the Ithillid menace that once again threatens our lands. If they should come, none will stay free-willed. Listen to my words, and halt your advance."

Gods, I hope this works. Jansson's hand tightens on his sword's hilt, his knuckles going white with the effort.

 

[Darkwolf]

Test of Rashida

"You were told correctly," The two reply. "I am the real Rashida; she," The pair point at each other, "is a false image of myself." [/B]

Narok: "It may be a false image, but it is proclaiming that it is the real you. I may not have the power to dispel the false image, but I'm sure a mighty goddess as yourself would have the power to destroy a being proclaiming itself as you."

 

[Zhure]

Osius

"Well, that's half the trouble, finding the real one, now to destroy it without physical means."

Osius will burst after it, trying to get close enough to use stomp again, to slow it down.

 

[Dalamar]

"My friend here just said what was on my mind too."
Syld looks at the thirteen Rashidas, curious as to what will happen next.

 

[GnomeWorks]

Test of Merle (Osius, Shardorn)

Osius chases after the ghost, manifesting stomp as he goes. Surprised by his sudden movement, Shardorn hesitates for a moment, then chases after him.

Initiative, please...

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Test of Millicent (Jansson, Tori'shel)

The strange squirrels are almost upon the pair, their teeth and claws bared.

I'm sorry... A mental voice projects itself into the minds of Jansson and Tori'shel. But if I help you, then they shall slay me, as well...

The squirrels then suddenly come upon the pair.

Initiative, please...

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Test of Rashida (Syld, Narok)

The various Rashidas pause for a small moment, before replying in unison.

"That is true." They say. "However, this is a test of your faith. It is not my goal to destroy the false likenesses of myself - it is a test of you, and you must find the truth: that I am the true Rashida."

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The Rest of the Group (Animus, Desimus, Ruth)

The two moons continue to pass overhead. The silence of the night iis unbroken by breeze or beast, and nothing stirs in the clearing.

 

[Zhure]

Osius

inititative roll 5 + 2 Dex = 7