Out South, thousands of years ago, there was a demonic incursion. There was one entity that became more feared than any paladin, angel, or demon. No one was quite sure what it was, and both sides had their names for it. The Demons called it Shaper, as it would sell them impossibly powerful war beasts in trade for weapons and relics. The Holy Warriors named it Collector, for it would give them items of unspeakable power in trade for the bodies of their dead. A name used by both sides was the Taker, as there was nothing that could sate its greed.
Regardless of its name, the monster was not to be trifled with. They say it could melt flesh and steel like wax, and that not even the demons and angels dared to attack it alone. It was an abomination. Minefields, barbed wire, crosses, magma, regardless of what defenses they put up, it would always arrive in the morning, with deals that could not be refused. They said it was a manifestation of abuse and mindless violence sent by the demons. They said it was a cruel justice without a sense of loyalty sent by the angels.
And when it hadn't been seen for over a thousand years, they said it was a myth.
But a shot was fired on the battlefields recently, long after all the bodies had been taken. Then came the telltale buzzing of flies and grave robbings.
A nearby kingdom, uncomfortably close to the accursed battlefield, will pay big for anyone to prove or disprove the legendary creature's existence. The Taker must be found at all costs.
Out South, thousands of years ago, there was a demonic incursion. There was one entity that became more feared than any paladin, angel, or demon. No one was quite sure what it was, and both sides had their names for it. The Demons called it Shaper, as it would sell them impossibly powerful war beasts in trade for weapons and relics. The Holy Warriors named it Collector, for it would give them items of unspeakable power in trade for the bodies of their dead. A name used by both sides was the Taker, as there was nothing that could sate its greed.
Regardless of its name, the monster was not to be trifled with. They say it could melt flesh and steel like wax, and that not even the demons and angels dared to attack it alone. It was an abomination. Minefields, barbed wire, crosses, magma, regardless of what defenses they put up, it would always arrive in the morning, with deals that could not be refused. They said it was a manifestation of abuse and mindless violence sent by the demons. They said it was a cruel justice without a sense of loyalty sent by the angels.
And when it hadn't been seen for over a thousand years, they said it was a myth.
But a shot was fired on the battlefields recently, long after all the bodies had been taken. Then came the telltale buzzing of flies and grave robbings.
A nearby kingdom, uncomfortably close to the accursed battlefield, will pay big for anyone to prove or disprove the legendary creature's existence. The Taker must be found at all costs.
Raphael sighs, “More fighting?!?”
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A passing adventurer shrugs. "Personally, I think it was just someone messing around with a flintlock that summoned the thing. On the bright side, it's a lot of money for us, eh? Not like we'll even have to fight if all goes well."
A passing adventurer shrugs. "Personally, I think it was just someone messing around with a flintlock that summoned the thing. On the bright side, it's a lot of money for us, eh? Not like we'll even have to fight if all goes well."
“Something like that… who are you?”
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Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
A passing adventurer shrugs. "Personally, I think it was just someone messing around with a flintlock that summoned the thing. On the bright side, it's a lot of money for us, eh? Not like we'll even have to fight if all goes well."
“Something like that… who are you?”
"Johhny Redd. If you really want some cash too, you could join me. We might be able to find the thing before some poor soul tries to fight it. You know, prove it's real and get people outta the front lines quicker."
*also: rule 11. “If you wish to have an encounter please PM a Mod for permission and with details”*
*I didn't realize this would qualify as an encounter. It's really just a character intro. It most likely won't involve any fighting, and I don't have any specific details planned out. I just wanted the players to come to it as opposed to the other way around. Makes it more mythical. I could PM you some info about the Taker, but that's all I really have at the moment.*
*also: rule 11. “If you wish to have an encounter please PM a Mod for permission and with details”*
*I didn't realize this would qualify as an encounter. It's really just a character intro. It most likely won't involve any fighting, and I don't have any specific details planned out. I just wanted the players to come to it as opposed to the other way around. Makes it more mythical. I could PM you some info about the Taker, but that's all I really have at the moment.*
*okay, that is fine. I just wanted to make sure IF it was going to be one, the rules would be followed. Sorry if I seem grouchy about rules, merely wanting them to be known*
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Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
*also: rule 11. “If you wish to have an encounter please PM a Mod for permission and with details”*
*I didn't realize this would qualify as an encounter. It's really just a character intro. It most likely won't involve any fighting, and I don't have any specific details planned out. I just wanted the players to come to it as opposed to the other way around. Makes it more mythical. I could PM you some info about the Taker, but that's all I really have at the moment.*
*okay, that is fine. I just wanted to make sure IF it was going to be one, the rules would be followed. Sorry if I seem grouchy about rules, merely wanting them to be known*
*It's alright. They are the rules after all, and you are a mod. You have the right to care about this stuff.*
A passing adventurer shrugs. "Personally, I think it was just someone messing around with a flintlock that summoned the thing. On the bright side, it's a lot of money for us, eh? Not like we'll even have to fight if all goes well."
“Something like that… who are you?”
"Johhny Redd. If you really want some cash too, you could join me. We might be able to find the thing before some poor soul tries to fight it. You know, prove it's real and get people outta the front lines quicker."
“Mmm… I can accept such a task, although how do I know we together would be able to succeed?”
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Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
A passing adventurer shrugs. "Personally, I think it was just someone messing around with a flintlock that summoned the thing. On the bright side, it's a lot of money for us, eh? Not like we'll even have to fight if all goes well."
“Something like that… who are you?”
"Johhny Redd. If you really want some cash too, you could join me. We might be able to find the thing before some poor soul tries to fight it. You know, prove it's real and get people outta the front lines quicker."
“Mmm… I can accept such a task, although how do I know we together would be able to succeed?”
"No idea. I'm just gathering up anyone who'll join me. More the merrier, after all."
A passing adventurer shrugs. "Personally, I think it was just someone messing around with a flintlock that summoned the thing. On the bright side, it's a lot of money for us, eh? Not like we'll even have to fight if all goes well."
“Something like that… who are you?”
"Johhny Redd. If you really want some cash too, you could join me. We might be able to find the thing before some poor soul tries to fight it. You know, prove it's real and get people outta the front lines quicker."
“Mmm… I can accept such a task, although how do I know we together would be able to succeed?”
"No idea. I'm just gathering up anyone who'll join me. More the merrier, after all."
They nod in understanding. “What talents do you possess?”
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Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
"No idea. I'm just gathering up anyone who'll join me. More the merrier, after all."
They nod in understanding. “What talents do you possess?”
"I'm a scout. I track things pretty well, disarm traps, and talk to animals. The flies have been trying to lead me to the Taker for a while now, but going there alone would be a death sentence for certain. Barbed wire, ancient explosives, and of course, we have no idea what the Taker is actually like."
"No idea. I'm just gathering up anyone who'll join me. More the merrier, after all."
They nod in understanding. “What talents do you possess?”
"I'm a scout. I track things pretty well, disarm traps, and talk to animals. The flies have been trying to lead me to the Taker for a while now, but going there alone would be a death sentence for certain. Barbed wire, ancient explosives, and of course, we have no idea what the Taker is actually like."
“What does one know?”
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Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
"No idea. I'm just gathering up anyone who'll join me. More the merrier, after all."
They nod in understanding. “What talents do you possess?”
"I'm a scout. I track things pretty well, disarm traps, and talk to animals. The flies have been trying to lead me to the Taker for a while now, but going there alone would be a death sentence for certain. Barbed wire, ancient explosives, and of course, we have no idea what the Taker is actually like."
“What does one know?”
"Not much, actually. Supposedly the Taker can work miracles, which sounds like it could be very bad if it decided to use them against us. However, it was also known to make deals a lot, so we could probably make a trade or something if we do end up fighting."
Raphael flutters down to the ground, before carrying them inside. They rest Theren on Raphael’s ‘bed’, making sure all is well as can be.
(Theren, what happened?)
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Hes trying to kill me in order to escape...
Ye old creator of characters
Tortured poet and writer
This mortal body is expendable, I will be released from my binding soon.
(Most troubling. Rest, and stay here. Death shall not come to you here.)
Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
*anyone on?*
Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
Awake, impure, divine
Breathgiver of the Strugels
Raphael sighs, “More fighting?!?”
Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
A passing adventurer shrugs. "Personally, I think it was just someone messing around with a flintlock that summoned the thing. On the bright side, it's a lot of money for us, eh? Not like we'll even have to fight if all goes well."
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
Awake, impure, divine
Breathgiver of the Strugels
“Something like that… who are you?”
Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
*also: rule 11. “If you wish to have an encounter please PM a Mod for permission and with details”*
*just fyi*
Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
"Johhny Redd. If you really want some cash too, you could join me. We might be able to find the thing before some poor soul tries to fight it. You know, prove it's real and get people outta the front lines quicker."
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
Awake, impure, divine
Breathgiver of the Strugels
*I didn't realize this would qualify as an encounter. It's really just a character intro. It most likely won't involve any fighting, and I don't have any specific details planned out. I just wanted the players to come to it as opposed to the other way around. Makes it more mythical. I could PM you some info about the Taker, but that's all I really have at the moment.*
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
Awake, impure, divine
Breathgiver of the Strugels
*okay, that is fine. I just wanted to make sure IF it was going to be one, the rules would be followed. Sorry if I seem grouchy about rules, merely wanting them to be known*
Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
*It's alright. They are the rules after all, and you are a mod. You have the right to care about this stuff.*
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
Awake, impure, divine
Breathgiver of the Strugels
“Mmm… I can accept such a task, although how do I know we together would be able to succeed?”
Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
"No idea. I'm just gathering up anyone who'll join me. More the merrier, after all."
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
Awake, impure, divine
Breathgiver of the Strugels
They nod in understanding. “What talents do you possess?”
Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
"I'm a scout. I track things pretty well, disarm traps, and talk to animals. The flies have been trying to lead me to the Taker for a while now, but going there alone would be a death sentence for certain. Barbed wire, ancient explosives, and of course, we have no idea what the Taker is actually like."
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
Awake, impure, divine
Breathgiver of the Strugels
“What does one know?”
Hi everyone! I'm working up the will to finalize my signature, so... I guess this will be the signature for now
"Not much, actually. Supposedly the Taker can work miracles, which sounds like it could be very bad if it decided to use them against us. However, it was also known to make deals a lot, so we could probably make a trade or something if we do end up fighting."
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
Awake, impure, divine
Breathgiver of the Strugels
(hello)
Hämärä häkellyttävä, menneisyyden menettävä
Tulevaisuus tuntematta, korkealle kurkottava
Kahleet kultaiset kukistin, raudat ruostuneet ripustin
Yksinäisen yön ylitin, sieltä itsenikin löysin