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[Mini-phalla] Steampunk Epilogue: Village Wins

BurnageBurnage Registered User regular
edited June 2009 in Critical Failures
STEAMPUNK
A tale of intrigue and obscure mechanisms


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Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to proudly present to you this invitation to the grand reception of a defining moment in our fair city’s history. We, as a populace, have been striving through generations for such a moment – from our small beginnings in the town of Phalla, where we bravely battled against wave after wave of unimaginable menace, to the magnificent erection of our glorious capital Wangcastle.

We live in a time of wonderment and invention; clockwork mechanisms power our workhouses; the development of the steam engine has fuelled the rapid covering of our fair land with railways and carriages, the likes of which would never have even graced our ancestors’ imaginations. Ladies of the night line our every street corner, ales of the darkest texture flow from every tap, and all are surely satisfied with their lot in life. How could they not be?

But now technology has striven to advance our selves even further towards unknown potential, and the call of countries far and foreign beckons us all. I humbly request of you, ladies and gentlemen, that you join me on a journey of discovery and excitement, a journey where we cast off the shackles of gravity and sensibility, and seek new land where fertile new discoveries may be made.

Ladies and gentlemen, I request that you attend the maiden voyage of the Airship Phallae!

What devilry is this?
This is a phalla for 25 people.

Phalla? What madness produces such a thing?
The forum's version of the party game, Mafia. See here for more details. General rules apply, including no anonymous contact between players, no direct quoting of role PMs, etc. If you set up an off-site proboard, please PM me the link to it.

Every day you must vote for a player who you suspect to be trying to sabotage the airship Phallae. Please !vote in red and !retract in lime. Retractions are not necessary, only your last vote will be counted.

But what shenanigans are present?
In addition to voting out suspicious players, the village must also make sure that the Phallae stays air-borne. Each night, the mafia will be able to damage sections of her; each villager will have the option to repair some of that damage. Unfortunate events may occur if the village allows the Phallae to become too badly damaged. More details of the mechanics involved in this will be included in the night 0 narration, and in your individual role PMs.

Each player will also have an inventory, and some of you may even be lucky enough to start with an item in it. Should a player carrying an item die, that item will be listed in the narration – the village can then vote as to who should receive each item. For example, if the narration lists Dac Vin’s Belt of Invulnerability to the Vote, you could elect to !give the Belt to Kime.

I promise that there are no hilariously broken roles like Orochi or Vlad in this game. Also, everything I say can be trusted. The unreliable narrator persona got ditched back in Noir York City.

Any rules questions can be asked in orange.

Sample PM:
You are quirkily renamed player, occupation.

Flavour text flavour text flavour text flavour text

You have the following ability:
Demonstration: Each night, you may be used as an example of a PM.

Your inventory contains:
Nothing!

Your win condition is: Remove the automaton threat to the Phallae, by eliminating all such robotic men.


The game day will most likely end at 0100 GMT.

Documentation of the Event
Night Zero: Tragedy
Night One: Like Clockwork
Night Two: Pride and Prejudice and Robots
Night Three: Of Vampires and Suicide
Night Four: Justice for a Scoundrel
Night Five: Fin

Sign up eloquently.

Player List
1. Simonwolf the professional scoundrel - killed day four
2. GrimmyTOA the builder automaton - killed day three
3. Kime the nobleman - killed day two
4. DevoutlyApathetic the amateur mechanic - killed day two
5. Daius the priest
6. The_Reflection the hero who comes in the night - killed day three
7. SpectralSpork the pilot - killed day three
8. DasUberEdward the vampire pirate - killed day three
9. Kay the rogue automaton - killed day two
10. B:L the nobleman - killed day one
11. Nocturne the officer of her Majesty's law
12. SkyCaptain the inventor - killed day five
13. Darian the investigator automaton - killed day four
14. Zellpher the servant
15. Erich Zahn the insane - killed day one
16. [strike]lonelyahava [/strike] Infidel the inventor automaton - killed day five
17. Orange Soda the master detective - killed day five
18. Hellbunny the amateur inventor - killed day two
19. godmode the dastard automaton - killed day three
20. Dunadan019 the gentleman - killed day five
21. Edcrab the master scoundrel - killed day four
22. The Dagon the animal tamer
23. Verr the man who can fly
24. TheLawinator the master steamworker
25. Julius Caezure the vampire hunter - won day three

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  • GrimmyTOAGrimmyTOA Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Um. Yes much?

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  • kimekime Queen of Blades Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    First!

    Edit: GAH I HATE YOU GRIMMY!

    Also, simonwolf cheated.

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  • GrimmyTOAGrimmyTOA Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    I hope my signup post wasn't too eloquent for you.

    GrimmyTOA on
  • DevoutlyApatheticDevoutlyApathetic Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Sign up.

    Eloquently?

    Good sir, I wish to secure a place in your phalla contest which is driven by the miracle of harnessed motive power derived from steam. If you would be so good as to include me in your list of participants?
    I totally could have been first if I didn't bother to type all that out you losers.

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  • BurnageBurnage Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    GrimmyTOA wrote: »
    I hope my signup post wasn't too eloquent for you.

    Your literary poise astounds me, sir.

    Burnage on
  • DaiusDaius Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    By Jove sir, I do indeed intend to !Partake in this spectacle that you claim to be "Phalla". I expect it to be a riveting experience with mirth had be all.

    Daius on
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  • The_ReflectionThe_Reflection Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    May I Board?

    The_Reflection on
  • RendRend Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    What devilry is this?
    This is a phalla for 25 people.

    :D

    Rend on
  • kimekime Queen of Blades Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Burnage wrote: »
    GrimmyTOA wrote: »
    I hope my signup post wasn't too eloquent for you.

    Your literary poise astounds me, sir.

    Oh, "eloquent"? Guess I should have read everything, oops...
    Burnage wrote:
    Unfortunate events may occur if the village allows the Phallae to become too badly damaged.

    Yeah, like everyone dying as the Airship crashes.

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  • SpectralSporkSpectralSpork Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Sign up for Brass and Steam powered Rocket Packs!

    SpectralSpork on
  • SpectrumSpectrum Archer of Inferno Chaldea Rec RoomRegistered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Gnomes are responsible for everything wrong. Everything. Just remember that and you guys will do fine.

    Not signing up to keep from sniping all the Phalla spots, but will be watching intently!

    Spectrum on
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  • DasUberEdwardDasUberEdward Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    !sign up good sir, i do say sign up

    DasUberEdward on
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  • GrimmyTOAGrimmyTOA Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Burnage wrote: »
    GrimmyTOA wrote: »
    I hope my signup post wasn't too eloquent for you.

    Your literary poise astounds me, sir.

    Good sir, if I were to detect even the slightest hint of vile sarcasm in your tone, my rage would burn the earth to cinders 'ere it abated. Gadzooks, man -- have you not the sense of humour that the good lord gave a whelk?

    Ah. 'Joking' were you? Well. That changes the complexion of the situation somewhat. My apologies.

    GrimmyTOA on
  • Kay2Kay2 Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    It's a Burnage Phalla.

    !Sign Up Sign Up Sign Up!

    If you give me a post restriction as insane as the one I have to deal with in Timeline, by my pretty floral bonnet, I may just have to end you.

    Kay2 on
  • B:LB:L I've done worse. Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    !Hello.

    I am Charles Barkley.

    B:L on
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  • SpectralSporkSpectralSpork Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    B:L wrote: »
    !Hello.

    I am Charles Barkley.

    Kill it! Kill it with fire!

    SpectralSpork on
  • NocturneNocturne Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    My father piloted an airship for decades! It was nothing more than a balloon with bolts when he first laid his hands on it. By the time he was finished, most knew it by it's flagship name, The Arbiter.

    Why yes, sir, I believe I do know a thing or two about airships!

    Nocturne on
  • SkyCaptainSkyCaptain IndianaRegistered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Sure... why not! I like airships.

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  • DevoutlyApatheticDevoutlyApathetic Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    GrimmyTOA wrote: »
    Burnage wrote: »
    GrimmyTOA wrote: »
    I hope my signup post wasn't too eloquent for you.

    Your literary poise astounds me, sir.

    Good sir, if I were to detect even the slightest hint of vile sarcasm in your tone, my rage would burn the earth to cinders 'ere it abated. Gadzooks, man -- have you not the sense of humour that the good lord gave a whelk?

    Ah. 'Joking' were you? Well. That changes the complexion of the situation somewhat. My apologies.

    You, sir, are no gentleman. A gentleman could respond to the grave insult you have received with but a single course of action. I shall thank you to keep your self away from me and all the Quality on board this vessel until you have found what is left of your honor.

    I suggest the bilge. I'm sure we have one strictly for the storage of craven up jumped knaves.

    DevoutlyApathetic on
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  • DarianDarian Yellow Wizard The PitRegistered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Sign-up

    Are there any broken or wtf roles or mechanics?

    Edit: Awww, he already answered and said no. What kind of a Burnage phalla is this?

    Though, if Dac Vin has a belt of Vote Immunity...

    Darian on
  • B:LB:L I've done worse. Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    B:L wrote: »
    !Hello.

    I am Charles Barkley.

    Kill it! Kill it with fire!

    victorianbarkley.png: I foresee, dear chap, that you shall be dunked on with the force of a thousand chaos dunks.

    B:L on
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  • Dac VinDac Vin S-s-screw you! I only listen to DOUBLE MUSIC! Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Oh sure, mock me fine gent! I'll be the first one laughing when your bucket of air fall down!

    Of course, I won't be in it. Because I'm not a suicidal person.

    Dac Vin on
  • ZellpherZellpher Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSss

    I mean..um...Wot wot!

    Zellpher on
  • Edith UpwardsEdith Upwards Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    !Yes.

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  • lonelyahavalonelyahava Call me Ahava ~~She/Her~~ Move to New ZealandRegistered User regular
    edited June 2009
    !Dammit Burnage!!

    You're supposed to TELL me about this!!!

    lonelyahava on
  • DaiusDaius Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Perchance we could affix onto our flying contraption some sort of missile system which targets and seeks traitorous fiends!

    Daius on
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  • Orange SodaOrange Soda Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    dibs

    Orange Soda on
  • B:LB:L I've done worse. Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Daius wrote: »
    Perchance we could affix onto our flying contraption some sort of missile system which targets and seeks traitorous fiends!

    victorianbarkley.png: Fiend-seeking basketballs, my good man? That is quite unheard of!

    B:L on
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  • lonelyahavalonelyahava Call me Ahava ~~She/Her~~ Move to New ZealandRegistered User regular
    edited June 2009
    What do the chances be that one of your fine gentleman could inform me when Tea will be served. For I am most famished and parched.

    lonelyahava on
  • HellbunnyHellbunny Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Steampunk? Cool. It's a good setting for just about anything, really.

    Any chance I could sign up?

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  • godmodegodmode Southeast JapanRegistered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Do sign me up, my good man, for great justice! Your consideration in the matter is greatly appreciated.

    Edited for eloquence!

    godmode on
  • SpectralSporkSpectralSpork Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    What do the chances be that one of your fine gentleman could inform me when Tea will be served. For I am most famished and parched.

    No tea for witches.

    SpectralSpork on
  • B:LB:L I've done worse. Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    What do the chances be that one of your fine gentleman could inform me when Tea will be served. For I am most famished and parched.

    victorianbarkley.png: Pardon me, madam, but would you be interested in sharing a vintage bottle of Gatorade with me?

    B:L on
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  • lonelyahavalonelyahava Call me Ahava ~~She/Her~~ Move to New ZealandRegistered User regular
    edited June 2009
    B:L wrote: »
    What do the chances be that one of your fine gentleman could inform me when Tea will be served. For I am most famished and parched.

    victorianbarkley.png: Pardon me, madam, but would you be interested in sharing a vintage bottle of Gatorade with me?

    Why, M'Lord. Of course I would be interested. It is truly quite kind of you to offer. I will see if I can find us some shortbreads and scones to go along with this fair beverage.

    lonelyahava on
  • TheLawinatorTheLawinator Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    !Reserve to see what happens.

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  • Edith UpwardsEdith Upwards Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Barkeley Shut Up and Jam Gaiden is great.

    Oi'm just gonna go to my bunk until I'm called upon.

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  • Dunadan019Dunadan019 Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Sign Down

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  • EdcrabEdcrab Actually a hack Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Eloquence? My god man. As if anyone would be bamboozled by some amateur employing their favoured thesaurus in order to sprinkle their words with pretty seasoning. It would enflame the nostril’s of one’s literary palette.

    I shall have to !sign up to ensure such charlatans don’t find their way onboard this enterprise.

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  • The DagonThe Dagon Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    Oh yes. I do believe I belong here.

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  • VerrVerr Registered User regular
    edited June 2009
    !signup

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