(IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]
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				Title: <strong>(IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Faeylin</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 01:01:18</strong>
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				<strong>Note:</strong> This thread will be used to house multiple story lines that branch off and back into the main story thread for The Secret of Avonleigh. (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=46369.0) Please visit that thread first if you are interested in following along with the stories in this thread, or you will be hopelessly lost. This thread is a private room of sorts, where players can play out scenes that break away from the main story.
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Faeylin</strong> on <strong>30-10-2009, 01:06:20</strong>
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				Marie d'Astineau is entering combat versus Falkovnian soldiers. To make it easy to follow, this is where she split from the main story (post link (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=46369.msg2393509#msg2393509)):<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=46369.msg2393509#msg2393509">Quote from: resonanteve on 29-10-2009, 06:30:36</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote"><strong>Thirteen Miles South of Avonleigh</strong>, [Marie d'Astineau &amp; d'Angelo (a male servant)]<br>...<br>"We can't trust ourselves to their generosity." She stole a look toward the Falkovnians, trying to hide her worry. "We must ride!" Marie took off with her horse at full gallop, her hands tight on the reins.<br><br>"We know this land better than they do. Let them try and follow!"<br><br>Marie murmured the words to herself, trying to sate her cavalier heart and the dizzying worry in her stomach.<br><br>(Initiative - 20, with bonus)<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div>
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Faeylin</strong> on <strong>31-10-2009, 21:13:58</strong>
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				(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/6530/storypost.jpg)<br><br><strong>OOC:</strong> Okay, this encounter is slightly orchestrated, so a handful of unavoidable things are going to happen. I thought about going with the opposed Con checks for a chase scene, but we can just roleplay it out. I have something a bit more interesting in mind.<br><br><hr><br><span class="bbc_u"><strong>The Chase - Before Round One</strong></span><br><br>Marie (20): Riding away.<br>d'Angelo (13): Rides with Marie, attempting to outrun the soldiers<br>Mounted Soldier #1 (9): Gives chase<br>Mounted soldier #2 (4): Gives chase<br>Scout / Soldier #3 (2): Fires from cover ahead, bring down the horses<br><br><hr><br>Lady Marie and d'Angelo rode hard to the north, followed by a trio of mounted Falkovnian soldiers. As the two fled, there were arrows coming down behind them; though the piercing shafts were wildly inaccurate, and of no real danger, they made the intentions of the soldiers well known. Here and there, Lady Marie and her servant gained some ground, but the soldiers still pressed on behind them. Though they were being left behind, they seemed determined not to lose sight of the pair.<br><br>The brief flash of light just ahead of them, and to the right, was the reason. An ambush! There were arrows coming from up ahead, and they were let loose much closer and with greater accuracy. d'Angelo tried to dodge an arrow that was never meant for him. Instead, the hefty shaft buried itself in the hindquarters of his horse. The beast, already tiring from the run, let out an awful noise of protest; it staggered forward, almost falling as its pace slowed. Then it was stopped, limping a few steps before refusing to move further.<br><br>Another arrow hit Lady Marie's mare, striking it just below one shoulder and very nearly grazing the woman's leg. Her horse, like her servant, was tremendously loyal. Though impaired and slowed, it continued to run.<br><br>"Leave me!" yelled d'Angelo, as he slid off his gelding and reached for his bow. "I'll distract them! Go now, Lady Marie, please!"<br><br>(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/6530/storypost.jpg)
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Faeylin</strong> on <strong>31-10-2009, 21:24:19</strong>
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				(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/6530/storypost.jpg)<br><br><strong>OOC:</strong> Each square on the map below represents 10 feet. The S1 token is actually a pair of mounted soldiers, and the S2 token is a single archer. The MA token is Marie and d'Angelo. We'll drop down in scale in short order. The grey area is a rough indication of the flow of the road, and the green area is forest. Movement in forest would have x2 movement cost, and would provide varying degrees of cover.<br><br><hr><br><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Combat - Round One</strong></span><br><br><strong>Round One</strong><br>Marie (20): Rides NW, for the cover of the forest.<br>d'Angelo (13): Shoots an arrow at the soldiers giving chase.<br>Mounted Soldier #1 (9): 1 round away. Shoots an arrow at d'Angelo<br>Mounted soldier #2 (4): 1 round away. Shoots an arrow at d'Angelo<br>Scout / Soldier #3 (2): Climbs up onto his horse, and moves to intercept Lady Marie<br><br><hr><br>(http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/3206/avd7mariechaser1.png)<br><br>(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/6530/storypost.jpg)
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>resonanteve</strong> on <strong>02-11-2009, 03:10:27</strong>
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				<strong>OOC:</strong> Oh dear, you're already setting up quite the dilemma. x.x;;<br><br><hr><br>Lady Marie's eyes grew large and bore the twist of her apprehension and fury. Here, prized horses were wounded and one of her favorite servants was unslinging his bow and dropping off his horse for certain death. She knew that no pardon would be given to either of them - only an ignoble death.<br><br>She did not want d'Angelo to suffer such a death, but how competently could she face off against so many soldiers? Lady Marie had still not been tested in live, deadly battle, and she was not sure of her ability to fend off so many assailants, let alone unarmored. And to let d'Angelo suffer an ignoble death...<br><br>Steeling herself, Lady Marie gave d'Angelo a heartfelt look. "They will suffer to the last when I return." Her heart wore its pain for a moment before folding it underneath her resolve, hiding it for a better time to feel its weight.<br><br>Aiming for the edge of the forest to ahead of her and to the west, Lady Marie took off as fiercely as she could ride her mare, her eyes vigilant for further surprises from the soldiers.
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Faeylin</strong> on <strong>02-11-2009, 04:01:39</strong>
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				(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/6530/storypost.jpg)<br><br><strong>OOC:</strong> We're not going to track Angelo's fight after this...just the encounter between Marie and the single soldier chasing her. The threat of the other soldiers is pressing, however, and if it takes her too long to escape, it's likely she'll have to flee more than just the single pursuer.<br><br><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Combat - Round One Results</strong></span><br><br><strong>Round One</strong><br>Marie (20): Rides NW, for the cover of the forest.<br>d'Angelo (13): Shoots an arrow at the soldiers giving chase. Strikes one of the rider's giving chase.<br>Mounted Soldier #1 (9): 1 round away. Shoots an arrow at d'Angelo. Misses.<br>Mounted soldier #2 (4): 1 round away. Shoots an arrow at d'Angelo. Misses.<br>Scout / Soldier #3 (2): Climbs up onto his horse, and moves to intercept Lady Marie<br><br><hr><br>"I know m'Lady," said d'Angelo stoically, bowing his head. Then, with vigor he yelled, "Now ride! Get out of here!" He turned, pulling an arrow from the quiver still attached to his horse. Drawing it back, and cocking it, he aimed for several seconds before letting it fly. The feathered, steel-tipped shaft struck one of the approaching riders in the arm. Marie could see the injured soldier slowing, but not stopping. Then she was at the edge of the forest, and she lost sight of d'Angelo entirely.<br><br>She was not safe yet, though. The one mounted archer that had wounded both their horses bore down on her quickly. His mount, fresh and uninjured, was easily gaining on her. He would catch her in the forest, and then for better or worse, Lady Marie would have to defend herself...or surrender.<br><br><hr><br><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Combat - Round Two</strong></span><br><br>Marie (20): ?<br>Soldier (2): Chases after Marie. 2 rounds away at present speed.<br><br><hr><br><strong>OOC:</strong> Marie's horse is dropping to a 30 ft speed, because of it's injury. The soldier's uninjured mount is moving approximately twice as fast. Map is down to a 5 foot scale.<br><br>(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/1421/avd7mariechaser2.png)<br><br>(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/6530/storypost.jpg)
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>resonanteve</strong> on <strong>02-11-2009, 05:12:56</strong>
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				<strong>OOC:</strong> Better not dally, then.<br><br><hr><br>Lady Marie felt a twinge of pride at d'Angelo's shot and hoped that he would survive the battle... but knew not to hope.<br><br>Seeing her mare slow so dearly, she knew her pursuer would have little trouble catching up with her. Her eyes narrowed as she went into the forest, curving away from the soldiers and d'Angelo. She would push further forward until her pursuer came closer - and then she would strike him by surprise.<br><br>Until then, she would use the trees to her advantage to keep him from trying to use his bow on her.<br><br><hr><br><strong>OOC:</strong> You can skip ahead a couple of rounds to then.
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Faeylin</strong> on <strong>02-11-2009, 23:26:56</strong>
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				<strong>OOC:</strong> Just to double-check. Are you going to set up some kind of ambush for him, or are you just going to wait until he catches up with you to attack back? Assuming he's going to chase you, what will Marie be doing when he catches up?
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>resonanteve</strong> on <strong>03-11-2009, 02:12:42</strong>
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				<strong>OOC:</strong> Ambush! Marie's going to draw her rapier and attempt to slash the soldier to either knock him off his horse or cut his throat.
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Faeylin</strong> on <strong>04-11-2009, 22:31:11</strong>
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				<span class="bbc_u"><strong>Combat - Round Four</strong></span><br><br><strong>Round Four</strong><br><br>Marie (20): Attacks Soldier from ambush. 17 to hit and 7 dmg to Solder<br>Soldier (2): Not surprised (but flat-footed). Shoots an arrow at Marie. 14 to hit and 3 dmg to Marie.<br><br><hr><br><strong>OOC:</strong> Go ahead and make your attack! The rider has lost sight of you for a handful of moments, and he stumbles onto whatever scene you set for him. Feel free to attack however you'd like!<br><br><hr><br>(http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/9285/avd7mariechaser4.png)
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>resonanteve</strong> on <strong>05-11-2009, 02:24:36</strong>
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				Focused, Lady Marie dodged through the trees as she wound through the forested area, aiming away from the other soldiers. As the soldier inevitably caught up, she dashed quickly between open and covered areas, throwing him off.<br><br>Lady Marie quickly drew her rapier under cover and aimed for the man. Blindsiding him, she slashed for his throat, aiming to undo his life quickly.<br><br><hr><br><strong>OOC:</strong> 17 to hit, 7 damage if applicable.
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Faeylin</strong> on <strong>05-11-2009, 23:37:05</strong>
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				<strong>OOC:</strong> Eeek! I don't have a copy of your stats at all. Do you have a character sheet somewhere? If you could just give me your AC, hp and saves to start, that would be awesome. The soldier rolled a 14 to hit you...not sure if it landed or not.
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>resonanteve</strong> on <strong>06-11-2009, 02:12:04</strong>
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				<strong>OOC:</strong> Of course! I linked it to you in a message before, but I'll link it to you again: http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=163296 (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=163296)<br><br>AC 15 unarmored (which I am, sadly :/ ).<br><br>Oh, and I forgot to add - if Sneak Attack applies, +3 more damage.
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Faeylin</strong> on <strong>07-11-2009, 01:15:12</strong>
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				(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/6530/storypost.jpg)<br><br><strong><span class="bbc_u">Combat - Round Four Results</span></strong><br><br><strong>Round Four Results</strong><br><br>Marie (20): Attacks Soldier from ambush. 17 to hit and 10 dmg to Solder<br>Soldier (2): Not surprised (but flat-footed). Shoots an arrow at Marie. Misses. Falls off horse.<br><br><hr><br>The interchange had all happened in moments. The rider had been chasing after Lady Marie, intent on catching her before she could find help. One moment she was just ahead of him, almost close enough for a shot. The next she was coming at him from the side, her rapier held almost like a lance.<br><br>The thin blade slid into his clothing, between ribs, and into the delicate flesh and organs beneath. He gasped, turning around and letting his cocked arrow go. It whizzed just off to the side of Marie's head, and was lost in the forest beyond. There was a gush of blood as Marie withdrew her rapier, and then he fell from his horse.<br><br>From the not-to-distant-southeast, there were the yells of men. They were coordinated and communicating, and Lady Marie could surmise that they were looking for her.<br><br><hr><br><strong>OOC:</strong> Okay, the combat was short but is over. I'm going to move you back to the main thread. If Lady Marie rides north (perhaps on the soldier's unwounded beast) she can easily make it to Avonleigh, which is the next major settlement. It would take a few hours, but the soldiers won't chase her once she leaves the immediate area.<br><br>(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/6530/storypost.jpg)
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				Title: <strong>Re: (IC) R:BoD - Avonleigh, Private Thread #3 [NC-EX, Horror]</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Faeylin</strong> on <strong>07-11-2009, 01:19:27</strong>
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				(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/6530/storypost.jpg)<br><br>This combat is over and has moved back to the main thread here. (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=46369.msg2422481#msg2422481)<br><br>(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/6530/storypost.jpg)
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