With only 12 gladiators remaining, it was time for the third team match at the Colosseum. Team Black Isle Versus Team Silver Monkey. The stands were full and the crowd was ready for another battle. Corsini and CroakerBC arrived on the arena floor for Team Black Isle. Corsini was another first place finisher from the obstacle course runs. Her black leather armor remained the same, along with the red bandana. The large curved blade she fought with was strapped across her back. Two small daggers were sheathed along her belt. CroakerBC had upgraded from his rough sackcloth clothing to actual armor. He wore a leather tunic with a bronze breastplate strapped over that. A higher quality flail and new round shield were also upgrades from his earlier matches.
The pair of fighters waited in the center of the arena floor as the other team approached.
Emberquick had also upgraded his equipment. In place of his old stage costume, he now wore a heavy chain shirt over a full suit of leather armor. He still favored the gladius, but his current sword was now carefully balanced, and razor sharp. The round shield he carried was sturdy but light-weight. Bathtubb was armed with a gladius and short sword. The smaller sword had a large handguard to help with parrying. His iron helm covered most of his face apart from the eyes. A hardened leather breastplate protected his chest. Metal plates protected his shins and shoulders. The two teams readied their weapons as they neared each other. As the signal was given, they rushed into battle.
@Corsini Attack 12 Defend 12 Health 12 @Emberquick Attack 10 Defend 12 Health 15 @CroakerBC Attack 10 Defend 14 Health 12 @Bathtubb Attack 12 Defend 12 Health 12
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini 's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Emberquick's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Emberquick's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for CroakerBC's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for CroakerBC's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Defend
Corsini began the match with a vicious slashing attack that struck Emberquick square in the chest. Luckily his new chain armor protected him from being cut wide open. The blade sliced upward and bit into his less protected forearm. The confident gladiator casually ducked under Emberquick's return attack. Bathtubb had not fought against a flail before. He tried to parry the attack with his short sword out of habit but the chains of the flails just wrapped around it. The spiked heads of the flail cut into Bathtubb's hand. Worse, as CroakerBC yanked back it pulled the short sword out of Bathtubb's grip and tore even more of his hand open. A rough start for Team Silver Monkey. The team's fans yelled out encouragement from above, and the fight continued.
Corsini Health 12
Emberquick Health 15 12
CroakerBC Health 12
Bathtubb Health 12 07
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini 's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Emberquick's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Emberquick's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for CroakerBC's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for CroakerBC's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Defend
CroakerBC blocked an attack with his round shield, and then swung in with his flail. Bathtubb let the flail hit him to move in extra close. The heads of the flail bounced harmlessly off the hardened leather chest plate, scratching up the armor but doing no damage to the man inside. Croaker gasped as Bathtubb's gladius stabbed deep into his abdomen. He pushed out Bathtubb back with his shield and yelled out in agony as the gladius pulled free. Corsini was driving Emberquick back with a barrage of attacks with the large sword. He couldn't keep up. The curved blade had made it through his guard several times. Emberquick was bleeding from both arms and legs. Corsini was keeping nothing back for defense, but he it was all he could do to keep himself from being killed at the moment.
Corsini Health 12
Emberquick Health 1512 04
CroakerBC Health 12 03
Bathtubb Health 12 07
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini 's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Emberquick's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Emberquick's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for CroakerBC's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for CroakerBC's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Defend
Bathtubb was undeterred as the shield pushed him away. Paralyzed with pain CroakerBC was unable to defend himself as Bathtubb slashed him across the chest. After Croaker fell to the ground, Bathtubb stopped a moment to bend down and take his opponent's shield. Together he and Emberquick should be able to finish off Corsini. But as he looked up Emberquick was falling to his knees.
The actor had made a last ditch attempt to lash out at Corsini and had succeeded at wounding her lightly in the leg. Unfortunately she took his sword hand off immediately after. He stared in disbelief at the bleeding stump and fell weakly to his knees. He looked to the sky and cried out "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!" Took another breath and continued "OOOOOOOOOOOO". He finally trailed off and fell over motionless. Corsini saw Bathtubb was rapidly approaching.
Corsini Health 12 09
Emberquick Health 151204 (-05)
CroakerBC Health 1203 (-07)
Bathtubb Health 12 07
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini 's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Defend
Corsini's Attack:
1d20+1232 [1d20=20]
Corsini 's Defend:
1d20+1227 [1d20=15]
Bathtubb's Attack:
1d20+1214 [1d20=2]
Bathtubb's Defend:
1d20+1218 [1d20=6]
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As Bathtubb swung for Corsini, she ducked low and swung her own blade. The curved sword claimed another appendage. Bathtubb's left foot was severed neatly at the ankle. The crowd cringed as the screams rang out in the Colosseum. Bathtubb tried to pull himself along the ground, while Corsini slowly followed along behind him. Finally, she sheathed the curved blade and drew her two smaller daggers. After kicking aside Bathtubb's gladius, she began to cut. It was a long five minutes of anguished screaming before she finally let him die. The Colosseum audience was deeply disturbed as Corsini left the arena. Many assumed she'd be needing a new partner as CroakerBC was unrespsonsive when the medical team arrived. But, after six surgeries the medical staff declared that while he'd never be properly whole again, with enough drugs they'd be able to have him on his feet again for Team Black Isle's next match.
"Finally, we seem to be getting somewhere gentlemen. Why don't we pick this back up tomorrow." Big Dookie spoke loudly to let Viskaar know it was time for his guests to go. Shade and Viskaar walked Taramoor and 21stCentury to the outer doors of the palace. Big Dookie had been unwilling to relinquish the estate. Taramoor was outraged, but since 21stCentury was ambivalent the matter was dropped. When they returned, Big Dookie vented another day's anger at having to give up any control over the city.
In the aftermath of Berylline's death it was clear they wouldn't stand a chance against both Taramoor and 21stCentury. They were in a three-way stalemate and as per 21stCentury's suggestion it was clear they could accomplish much if they worked together. It had worked better than any of them had expected. But Big Dookie resented how Taramoor treated him, and he didn't trust 21stCentury. He recognized a similar ambition to his own in that merchant. "This city will be mine and mine alone!"Big Dookie said as he thumped his fist on the desk.
Taramoor returned to the military barracks and read through the most recent activity reports. That criminal couldn't be allowed to keep the palace. It was a travesty. If it weren't for 21stCentury he'd have already had Big Dookie and his associates hanged. But they had made an agreement, and Taramoor would stand by it. Big Dookie had a pardon for his crimes, but Taramoor knew he'd trip up sooner or later and break their trust. Taramoor didn't know what 21stCentury wanted, but the man had proven himself so far. The city guard commander arrived and updated Taramoor on the cities status. "Still no sign of him?" Taramoor asked. "No sir." "Perhaps they're mistaken. His sisters write to me constantly, convinced he's returned to the city. Keep looking. If we can assist him or his family, we shall. We all owe him a great debt for bringing an end to the horrors Berylline created."
21stCentury had hoped he'd be able to keep the peace between the others for longer. Despite all the handshakes and smiles, he sensed a turn coming. What Big Dookie mistook for ambition and Taramoor for civic duty was simply good business. There was a lot of money to be made in the current environment. It was better for everyone if the Empire stabilized. he already was the military's chief supplier again, the people loved the company thanks to community outreach. And with the disruption in the food industry he'd even made great headway into a new restaurant chain. But those two were bound to try their best to ruin a good thing. 21stCentury had the painting pulled from storage. Best to prepare a little insurance.
As Bathtubb swung for Corsini, she ducked low and swung her own blade. The curved sword claimed another appendage. Bathtubb's left foot was severed neatly at the ankle. The crowd cringed as the screams rang out in the Colosseum. Bathtubb tried to pull himself along the ground, while Corsini slowly followed along behind him. Finally, she sheathed the curved blade and drew her two smaller daggers. After kicking aside Bathtubb's gladius, she began to cut. It was a long five minutes of anguished screaming before she finally let him die. The Colosseum audience was deeply disturbed as Corsini left the arena. Many assumed she'd be needing a new partner as CroakerBC was unrespsonsive when the medical team arrived. But, after six surgeries the medical staff declared that while he'd never be properly whole again, with enough drugs they'd be able to have him on his feet again for Team Black Isle's next match.
Turns out I can't roll for toffee - wow. On the other hand, I'm hoping for a revival as a kind of Krang-esque brain-in-a-jar/terracotta-army-esque battle suit.
My eternal apologies to @Corsini for my failures, and eternal thanks for bailing me out, and not sacrificing me to the bunny gods!
Jeez, the above picture pretty much sums that fight up--Corsini's Geth Rolls of Death were unstoppable!
Ah, well. I made top twelve out of fifty, and @akajaybay hooked me up with Tales of Maj'Eyal AND Fallen Enchantress, so I'm quite the happy deceased gladiator.
THANK YOU for the games and for running this awesome contest, jay. You can bet I'll be tuning in to watch the carnage all the way to the exciting conclusion. :-)
Team Shark Sharts versus Team Burrito Boys was the event of the day. It was the last of the first round of team battles. The stands were full of excited fans, and the weather was fantastic. Icemopper and Krummith of Team Shark Sharts walked onto the field. Icemopper had the unusual distinction of being the only gladiator present at the disaster to survive. Once again he wore shortened light leather armor with the arms and lower legs exposed for greater mobility. He carried a pair a swords, both had long thin blades. The crowds cheered and he waved back, nervously glancing around the arena. Krummith, his partner for this event, wore a sky blue tunic over some light leather armor. He carried a modified gladius. The blade of the sword was serrated across one edge. His left hand was covered by a metal gauntlet, that he flexed the fingers of as they readied themselves. The fingers of the glove came to long sharp points. The metal glove was thick and heavy. It was strong enough to potentially block with, although dangerous to do so.
Team Burrito Boys entered the field and moved towards the center. Polaritie walked with confidence. He again wore a dark blue tunic, with a laquered sheath worn on his hip. The katana blade inside had made short work of his first arena opponent. But he'd struggled a bit with the demented clowns in the obstacle course. This had generated a lot of betting interest in the outcome of the match. His partner Spoit wore the dented and claw-gouged bronze plate armor from before. The heavy furs that had once covered it had been replaced with a single lion pelt. The animal must have been huge. The head of the beast sat atop Spoit's own, and the rest of the pelt draped down his back and wrapped across the front of his chest. In one hand he held his battered bronze shield, and the other his heavy wood shafted spear. The two teams met in the center and waited for the single to begin.
@Icemopper Attack 12 Defend 10 Health 15 @Polaritie Attack 12 Defend 14 Health 09 @Krummith Attack 08 Defend 12 Health 18 @Spoit Attack 06 Defend 14 Health 18
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Icemopper's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Polaritie's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Polaritie's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
Polaritie and Icemopper's battle erupted as soon as the trumpet sounded. The two agile fighters moved with incredible quickness. Polaritie drew his sword, charged forward, and slashed the space where Icemopper had been; all in one smooth motion. But Icemopper at the same time had tumbled forward in a tight roll and bounced back to his feet behind his opponent. He stabbed behind himself with one of his blades as he stood. But Polaritie swung the katana behind his back and caught the attack. The two gladiators turned to face each other again simultaneously.
In contrast, Krummith and Spoit slowly watched each other and took a few careful steps in unison. As Krummith moved forward a step, Spoit backed away one. And as Spoit shifted slightly to the left, Krummith matched his movement.
Icemopper Health 15
Polaritie Health 09
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Icemopper's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Polaritie's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Polaritie's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
Krummith made the first move, and moved in close enough to take a swing at Spoit with his sword. Spoit blocked the attack calmly with his shield and thrust his spear towards Krummith's midsection. Surprisingly Krummith caught the shaft of the spear with his gauntleted hand. Spoit pushed harder, and Krummith planted his feet firmly. While the two fighters continued their stalemate, Icemopper barely felt the katana slice through his right side. He was certain the cut was deep, but the wound had yet to open or react much, apart from a small amount of bleeding. His leather armor was neatly parted where Polaritie had caught him. Icemopper was unsure what had happened. He'd been about to block the attack when suddenly everything changed. The sky was dark and gaping pit loomed before him in the center of the arena floor. Shadows danced in the green light cast from the pit and he could hear the monsters coming up from below. And then as everything snapped back to reality, he'd been cut. Icemopper felt a sudden pang of familiar terror. He forced it into the background, and concentrated on Polaritie. Polaritie was real, and what was actually going to kill him if he wasn't careful.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Icemopper's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Polaritie's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Polaritie's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
Icemopper's Attack:
1d20+1230 [1d20=18]
Icemopper's Defend:
1d20+1028 [1d20=18]
Polaritie's Attack:
1d20+1220 [1d20=8]
Polaritie's Defend:
1d20+1421 [1d20=7]
Krummith's Attack:
1d20+0810 [1d20=2]
Krummith's Defend:
1d20+1219 [1d20=7]
Spoit's Attack:
1d20+0618 [1d20=12]
Spoit's Defend:
1d20+1427 [1d20=13]
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Spoit leaned in harder with the spear. The shaft was beginning to slide though the gauntlet's grip. He quickly moved his shield to block another swing from Krummith's sword. As he did so, he shifted to pulling on the spear quickly. The shift in the direction of force threw Krummith off and the spear was pulled free. Both fighters resumed their measured movements, searching for a better opening.
Polaritie swept his blade upward, this attack should put and end to this. Icemopper was distracted. Sever a leg and it's done.
But Icemopper's dazed expression disappeared. As the katana moved up, Icemopper threw his weight to one side and flipped sideways over the attack. Before Polaritie could react, one of Icemopper's thin blades pierced his chest in two quick motions. As Icemopper slid the blade out, Polaritie dropped to the ground. The wound in Icemopper's side was bleeding much quicker now, and was certainly hurting.
Icemopper turned his attention to the other fight on the field. Spoit saw trouble coming his way.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18
(Reminder: Now 2v1 the best total attack/defend results from Icemopper/Krummith are used)
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Icemopper's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
Krummith and Icemopper smoothly fell into working together. While Icemopper pressed the attack, Krummith kept Spoit's spear ineffectual. Spoit wouldn't fall easily though. Icemopper's blades ineffectually skidded off the bronze plate armor at first. As Spoit lunged at Krummith with the spear again, Icemopper spied a gap in the armor and quickly stabbed the exposed flesh. Spoit growled in frustration and turned to keep Icemopper at bay.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18 14
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Icemopper's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
Battle Thirty-Five
(above Icemopper/Krummith have Attack 27 from Icemopper. And Defend 26 from Krummith. Against Spoit's normal results)
Spoit lunged at Icemopper with the spear. Icemopper was caught off guard and was exposed. Before the spear connected though Krummith slammed the spear shaft with his sword, knocking the point down into the dirt. Icemopper jabbed a sword into Spoit's exposed throat. The heavily armored fighter gasped and stumbled back in shock. He was coughing and gasping in quick succession.
Krummith and his partner moved in to finish him off.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 1814 03
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Icemopper's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
The crowd was impressed by the tenacity of Spoit the hunter. Bleeding heavily from the throat, the big man fought on. Another spear thrust that would have skewered Icemopper was turned aside by Krummith. But Krummith's own attack bounced harmlessly off Spoit's armor. And even Icemopper's quick jabs were blocked by Spoit's shield in quick succession.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 1814 03
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Icemopper's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
The end seemed inevitable, but somehow the battle continued on. The crowd began to rally for Spoit. He spun the spear shaft out in a wide arc twice to keep the two other fighters at bay. He was breathing raggedly with a wheeze, but he still had some fight left in him. The day had grown quite warm, and the sun overhead reflected off Spoit's shield and armor.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 1814 03
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Icemopper's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
Icemopper was distracted by a gleam of light off Spoit's armor, and missed his strike. The sword tip hit hard metal and did no damage. Spoit blocked another attack from Krummith with his shield. Krummith reached out and gripped the edge of the shield with his gauntlet. He'd try to peel a layer of the tank's defense away from him.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 1814 03
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Icemopper's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
As Krummith pulled on the shield, Spoit kicked him loose. Krummith fell to the floor, and Spoit was quickly looming over him. The armored fighted raised his spear overhead to impale Krummith. He suddenly stiffened and slowly fell over as Icemopper ran his sword though him. His raised arms had exposed an opening in the armor's shoulder joint. The crowd cheered for Team Shark Sharts, but the impressive resistance of Spoit was talked about excitedly after. Krummith and Icemopper shook hands and left the stage. Icemopper was relieved. Returning to the Colosseum had filled him with dread. But the fear had been replaced with a new sense of confidence and determination.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 181403 (-06)
Yeah the Krummith/Icemopper pairing on the 2v1vs low attack Spoit made it pretty unlikely he'd ever make much headway on offense.
Down to 8 gladiators.
This Friday @Masume@scratchy@icemopper@Krummith
Which will close out the team battles. The last four gladiators left will then be randomly paired up for two 1v1 fights next week. Then next Friday the two winners of those close the whole thing out with one last battle.
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With only 12 gladiators remaining, it was time for the third team match at the Colosseum. Team Black Isle Versus Team Silver Monkey. The stands were full and the crowd was ready for another battle. Corsini and CroakerBC arrived on the arena floor for Team Black Isle. Corsini was another first place finisher from the obstacle course runs. Her black leather armor remained the same, along with the red bandana. The large curved blade she fought with was strapped across her back. Two small daggers were sheathed along her belt. CroakerBC had upgraded from his rough sackcloth clothing to actual armor. He wore a leather tunic with a bronze breastplate strapped over that. A higher quality flail and new round shield were also upgrades from his earlier matches.
The pair of fighters waited in the center of the arena floor as the other team approached.
Emberquick had also upgraded his equipment. In place of his old stage costume, he now wore a heavy chain shirt over a full suit of leather armor. He still favored the gladius, but his current sword was now carefully balanced, and razor sharp. The round shield he carried was sturdy but light-weight. Bathtubb was armed with a gladius and short sword. The smaller sword had a large handguard to help with parrying. His iron helm covered most of his face apart from the eyes. A hardened leather breastplate protected his chest. Metal plates protected his shins and shoulders. The two teams readied their weapons as they neared each other. As the signal was given, they rushed into battle.
@Corsini Attack 12 Defend 12 Health 12
@Emberquick Attack 10 Defend 12 Health 15
@CroakerBC Attack 10 Defend 14 Health 12
@Bathtubb Attack 12 Defend 12 Health 12
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini 's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Emberquick's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Emberquick's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for CroakerBC's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for CroakerBC's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Defend
Corsini began the match with a vicious slashing attack that struck Emberquick square in the chest. Luckily his new chain armor protected him from being cut wide open. The blade sliced upward and bit into his less protected forearm. The confident gladiator casually ducked under Emberquick's return attack. Bathtubb had not fought against a flail before. He tried to parry the attack with his short sword out of habit but the chains of the flails just wrapped around it. The spiked heads of the flail cut into Bathtubb's hand. Worse, as CroakerBC yanked back it pulled the short sword out of Bathtubb's grip and tore even more of his hand open. A rough start for Team Silver Monkey. The team's fans yelled out encouragement from above, and the fight continued.
Corsini Health 12
Emberquick Health 15 12
CroakerBC Health 12
Bathtubb Health 12 07
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini 's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Emberquick's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Emberquick's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for CroakerBC's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for CroakerBC's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Defend
CroakerBC blocked an attack with his round shield, and then swung in with his flail. Bathtubb let the flail hit him to move in extra close. The heads of the flail bounced harmlessly off the hardened leather chest plate, scratching up the armor but doing no damage to the man inside. Croaker gasped as Bathtubb's gladius stabbed deep into his abdomen. He pushed out Bathtubb back with his shield and yelled out in agony as the gladius pulled free. Corsini was driving Emberquick back with a barrage of attacks with the large sword. He couldn't keep up. The curved blade had made it through his guard several times. Emberquick was bleeding from both arms and legs. Corsini was keeping nothing back for defense, but he it was all he could do to keep himself from being killed at the moment.
Corsini Health 12
Emberquick Health 15 12 04
CroakerBC Health 12 03
Bathtubb Health 12 07
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini 's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Emberquick's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Emberquick's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+10 for CroakerBC's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for CroakerBC's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Defend
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Bathtubb was undeterred as the shield pushed him away. Paralyzed with pain CroakerBC was unable to defend himself as Bathtubb slashed him across the chest. After Croaker fell to the ground, Bathtubb stopped a moment to bend down and take his opponent's shield. Together he and Emberquick should be able to finish off Corsini. But as he looked up Emberquick was falling to his knees.
The actor had made a last ditch attempt to lash out at Corsini and had succeeded at wounding her lightly in the leg. Unfortunately she took his sword hand off immediately after. He stared in disbelief at the bleeding stump and fell weakly to his knees. He looked to the sky and cried out "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!" Took another breath and continued "OOOOOOOOOOOO". He finally trailed off and fell over motionless. Corsini saw Bathtubb was rapidly approaching.
Corsini Health 12 09
Emberquick Health 15 12 04 (-05)
CroakerBC Health 12 03 (-07)
Bathtubb Health 12 07
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Corsini 's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Bathtubb's Defend
As Bathtubb swung for Corsini, she ducked low and swung her own blade. The curved sword claimed another appendage. Bathtubb's left foot was severed neatly at the ankle. The crowd cringed as the screams rang out in the Colosseum. Bathtubb tried to pull himself along the ground, while Corsini slowly followed along behind him. Finally, she sheathed the curved blade and drew her two smaller daggers. After kicking aside Bathtubb's gladius, she began to cut. It was a long five minutes of anguished screaming before she finally let him die. The Colosseum audience was deeply disturbed as Corsini left the arena. Many assumed she'd be needing a new partner as CroakerBC was unrespsonsive when the medical team arrived. But, after six surgeries the medical staff declared that while he'd never be properly whole again, with enough drugs they'd be able to have him on his feet again for Team Black Isle's next match.
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"Finally, we seem to be getting somewhere gentlemen. Why don't we pick this back up tomorrow." Big Dookie spoke loudly to let Viskaar know it was time for his guests to go. Shade and Viskaar walked Taramoor and 21stCentury to the outer doors of the palace. Big Dookie had been unwilling to relinquish the estate. Taramoor was outraged, but since 21stCentury was ambivalent the matter was dropped. When they returned, Big Dookie vented another day's anger at having to give up any control over the city.
In the aftermath of Berylline's death it was clear they wouldn't stand a chance against both Taramoor and 21stCentury. They were in a three-way stalemate and as per 21stCentury's suggestion it was clear they could accomplish much if they worked together. It had worked better than any of them had expected. But Big Dookie resented how Taramoor treated him, and he didn't trust 21stCentury. He recognized a similar ambition to his own in that merchant. "This city will be mine and mine alone!"Big Dookie said as he thumped his fist on the desk.
Taramoor returned to the military barracks and read through the most recent activity reports. That criminal couldn't be allowed to keep the palace. It was a travesty. If it weren't for 21stCentury he'd have already had Big Dookie and his associates hanged. But they had made an agreement, and Taramoor would stand by it. Big Dookie had a pardon for his crimes, but Taramoor knew he'd trip up sooner or later and break their trust. Taramoor didn't know what 21stCentury wanted, but the man had proven himself so far. The city guard commander arrived and updated Taramoor on the cities status. "Still no sign of him?" Taramoor asked. "No sir." "Perhaps they're mistaken. His sisters write to me constantly, convinced he's returned to the city. Keep looking. If we can assist him or his family, we shall. We all owe him a great debt for bringing an end to the horrors Berylline created."
21stCentury had hoped he'd be able to keep the peace between the others for longer. Despite all the handshakes and smiles, he sensed a turn coming. What Big Dookie mistook for ambition and Taramoor for civic duty was simply good business. There was a lot of money to be made in the current environment. It was better for everyone if the Empire stabilized. he already was the military's chief supplier again, the people loved the company thanks to community outreach. And with the disruption in the food industry he'd even made great headway into a new restaurant chain. But those two were bound to try their best to ruin a good thing. 21stCentury had the painting pulled from storage. Best to prepare a little insurance.
@Icemopper @Krummith @Polaritie @Spoit
Turns out I can't roll for toffee - wow. On the other hand, I'm hoping for a revival as a kind of Krang-esque brain-in-a-jar/terracotta-army-esque battle suit.
My eternal apologies to @Corsini for my failures, and eternal thanks for bailing me out, and not sacrificing me to the bunny gods!
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Jeez, the above picture pretty much sums that fight up--Corsini's Geth Rolls of Death were unstoppable!
Ah, well. I made top twelve out of fifty, and @akajaybay hooked me up with Tales of Maj'Eyal AND Fallen Enchantress, so I'm quite the happy deceased gladiator.
THANK YOU for the games and for running this awesome contest, jay. You can bet I'll be tuning in to watch the carnage all the way to the exciting conclusion. :-)
By the end of this battle, The Burrito Boys shall taste our Sharts and know that they are good, and just as deadly as their own burritos.
The terrible secrets of the Hidden Temple
Rock Band DLC | GW:OttW - arrcd | WLD - Thortar
Team Shark Sharts versus Team Burrito Boys was the event of the day. It was the last of the first round of team battles. The stands were full of excited fans, and the weather was fantastic. Icemopper and Krummith of Team Shark Sharts walked onto the field. Icemopper had the unusual distinction of being the only gladiator present at the disaster to survive. Once again he wore shortened light leather armor with the arms and lower legs exposed for greater mobility. He carried a pair a swords, both had long thin blades. The crowds cheered and he waved back, nervously glancing around the arena. Krummith, his partner for this event, wore a sky blue tunic over some light leather armor. He carried a modified gladius. The blade of the sword was serrated across one edge. His left hand was covered by a metal gauntlet, that he flexed the fingers of as they readied themselves. The fingers of the glove came to long sharp points. The metal glove was thick and heavy. It was strong enough to potentially block with, although dangerous to do so.
Team Burrito Boys entered the field and moved towards the center. Polaritie walked with confidence. He again wore a dark blue tunic, with a laquered sheath worn on his hip. The katana blade inside had made short work of his first arena opponent. But he'd struggled a bit with the demented clowns in the obstacle course. This had generated a lot of betting interest in the outcome of the match. His partner Spoit wore the dented and claw-gouged bronze plate armor from before. The heavy furs that had once covered it had been replaced with a single lion pelt. The animal must have been huge. The head of the beast sat atop Spoit's own, and the rest of the pelt draped down his back and wrapped across the front of his chest. In one hand he held his battered bronze shield, and the other his heavy wood shafted spear. The two teams met in the center and waited for the single to begin.
@Icemopper Attack 12 Defend 10 Health 15
@Polaritie Attack 12 Defend 14 Health 09
@Krummith Attack 08 Defend 12 Health 18
@Spoit Attack 06 Defend 14 Health 18
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Polaritie's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Polaritie's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
Steam profile.
Getting started with BATTLETECH: Part 1 / Part 2
Polaritie and Icemopper's battle erupted as soon as the trumpet sounded. The two agile fighters moved with incredible quickness. Polaritie drew his sword, charged forward, and slashed the space where Icemopper had been; all in one smooth motion. But Icemopper at the same time had tumbled forward in a tight roll and bounced back to his feet behind his opponent. He stabbed behind himself with one of his blades as he stood. But Polaritie swung the katana behind his back and caught the attack. The two gladiators turned to face each other again simultaneously.
In contrast, Krummith and Spoit slowly watched each other and took a few careful steps in unison. As Krummith moved forward a step, Spoit backed away one. And as Spoit shifted slightly to the left, Krummith matched his movement.
Icemopper Health 15
Polaritie Health 09
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Polaritie's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Polaritie's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
Krummith made the first move, and moved in close enough to take a swing at Spoit with his sword. Spoit blocked the attack calmly with his shield and thrust his spear towards Krummith's midsection. Surprisingly Krummith caught the shaft of the spear with his gauntleted hand. Spoit pushed harder, and Krummith planted his feet firmly. While the two fighters continued their stalemate, Icemopper barely felt the katana slice through his right side. He was certain the cut was deep, but the wound had yet to open or react much, apart from a small amount of bleeding. His leather armor was neatly parted where Polaritie had caught him. Icemopper was unsure what had happened. He'd been about to block the attack when suddenly everything changed. The sky was dark and gaping pit loomed before him in the center of the arena floor. Shadows danced in the green light cast from the pit and he could hear the monsters coming up from below. And then as everything snapped back to reality, he'd been cut. Icemopper felt a sudden pang of familiar terror. He forced it into the background, and concentrated on Polaritie. Polaritie was real, and what was actually going to kill him if he wasn't careful.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Polaritie's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Polaritie's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
Steam profile.
Getting started with BATTLETECH: Part 1 / Part 2
Spoit leaned in harder with the spear. The shaft was beginning to slide though the gauntlet's grip. He quickly moved his shield to block another swing from Krummith's sword. As he did so, he shifted to pulling on the spear quickly. The shift in the direction of force threw Krummith off and the spear was pulled free. Both fighters resumed their measured movements, searching for a better opening.
Polaritie swept his blade upward, this attack should put and end to this. Icemopper was distracted. Sever a leg and it's done.
But Icemopper's dazed expression disappeared. As the katana moved up, Icemopper threw his weight to one side and flipped sideways over the attack. Before Polaritie could react, one of Icemopper's thin blades pierced his chest in two quick motions. As Icemopper slid the blade out, Polaritie dropped to the ground. The wound in Icemopper's side was bleeding much quicker now, and was certainly hurting.
Icemopper turned his attention to the other fight on the field. Spoit saw trouble coming his way.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18
(Reminder: Now 2v1 the best total attack/defend results from Icemopper/Krummith are used)
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
http://www.fallout3nexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=16534
Battle Thirty-Five
Krummith and Icemopper smoothly fell into working together. While Icemopper pressed the attack, Krummith kept Spoit's spear ineffectual. Spoit wouldn't fall easily though. Icemopper's blades ineffectually skidded off the bronze plate armor at first. As Spoit lunged at Krummith with the spear again, Icemopper spied a gap in the armor and quickly stabbed the exposed flesh. Spoit growled in frustration and turned to keep Icemopper at bay.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18 14
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
http://www.fallout3nexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=16534
(above Icemopper/Krummith have Attack 27 from Icemopper. And Defend 26 from Krummith. Against Spoit's normal results)
Spoit lunged at Icemopper with the spear. Icemopper was caught off guard and was exposed. Before the spear connected though Krummith slammed the spear shaft with his sword, knocking the point down into the dirt. Icemopper jabbed a sword into Spoit's exposed throat. The heavily armored fighter gasped and stumbled back in shock. He was coughing and gasping in quick succession.
Krummith and his partner moved in to finish him off.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18 14 03
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
The crowd was impressed by the tenacity of Spoit the hunter. Bleeding heavily from the throat, the big man fought on. Another spear thrust that would have skewered Icemopper was turned aside by Krummith. But Krummith's own attack bounced harmlessly off Spoit's armor. And even Icemopper's quick jabs were blocked by Spoit's shield in quick succession.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18 14 03
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
The end seemed inevitable, but somehow the battle continued on. The crowd began to rally for Spoit. He spun the spear shaft out in a wide arc twice to keep the two other fighters at bay. He was breathing raggedly with a wheeze, but he still had some fight left in him. The day had grown quite warm, and the sun overhead reflected off Spoit's shield and armor.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18 14 03
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
Icemopper was distracted by a gleam of light off Spoit's armor, and missed his strike. The sword tip hit hard metal and did no damage. Spoit blocked another attack from Krummith with his shield. Krummith reached out and gripped the edge of the shield with his gauntlet. He'd try to peel a layer of the tank's defense away from him.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18 14 03
Geth roll 1d20+10 for Icemopper's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+08 for Krummith's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+12 for Krummith's Defend
Geth roll 1d20+06 for Spoit's Attack
Geth roll 1d20+14 for Spoit's Defend
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As Krummith pulled on the shield, Spoit kicked him loose. Krummith fell to the floor, and Spoit was quickly looming over him. The armored fighted raised his spear overhead to impale Krummith. He suddenly stiffened and slowly fell over as Icemopper ran his sword though him. His raised arms had exposed an opening in the armor's shoulder joint. The crowd cheered for Team Shark Sharts, but the impressive resistance of Spoit was talked about excitedly after. Krummith and Icemopper shook hands and left the stage. Icemopper was relieved. Returning to the Colosseum had filled him with dread. But the fear had been replaced with a new sense of confidence and determination.
Icemopper Health 15 09
Polaritie Health 09 00
Krummith Health 18
Spoit Health 18 14 03 (-06)
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Down to 8 gladiators.
Next up:
Wednesday. @Dyvim Tvar @krackq @corsini @CroakerBC
@Masume @scratchy @icemopper @Krummith
Which will close out the team battles. The last four gladiators left will then be randomly paired up for two 1v1 fights next week. Then next Friday the two winners of those close the whole thing out with one last battle.