Camp Half-Blood: North Woods (IC)
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				Title: <strong>Camp Half-Blood: North Woods (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Ariel</strong> on <strong>11-07-2014, 06:11:12</strong>
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				<div align="center">(http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140413161301/camp-halfblood-roleplay/images/e/e2/Book_0079a.jpg)<br><br>The North Woods are, as they say, to the north of the camp. They hold various landmarks, like Zeus' Fist, the entrance to the former Labyrinth and all of the famous Capture the Flag games.<br><br>Capture the Flag is a simple game, where the cabins will ally and split into two teams. One will take the red flag and the other will take the blue. Once both teams have chosen their fort, a place where they stab the flagpole into the dirt and declare that spot as their territory, the game will begin. The teams should be spread out across the forest, with their forts at each end of the forest.<br><br>During the game, the use of armor is permitted. However, killing and maiming is forbidden. Monsters will be released during the battle, to add more of a challenge. The monsters are meant to give the demigods real training, as if they were in the real world, in a real battle. Killing the monsters is permitted and highly encouraged. Any monster that ventures towards the camp will be killed by Chiron or Argus.<br><br>To win, you must carry the opposite team's flag across the river that divides the forest in half. Chiron serves as battlefield referee and medic. Capture the Flag is held every Friday or whenever the Hunters come for a "friendly" visit.<br><br><hr><br><div align="center"><em>Your tag system <span class="bbc_u">must</span> be the header of every post you make. If you neglect this, I will PM you and ask you to add it in.<br>Please copy the code and fill it out accordingly.</em></div><br><div align="center"><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Spoiler: Click to Show/Hide</div><div class="spoiler_body"><div class="codeheader">Code: <a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return smfSelectText(this);" class="codeoperation">[Select]</a></div><pre style="margin: 0; padding: 0;"><code class="bbc_code">[floatleft][img padding=10]Your customized image here[/img][/floatleft]<br>[b]Name:[/b] [url=link to character sheet]name here[/url]<br>[b]Cabin:[/b]<br>[b]Location:[/b]<br>[b]Date/Time:[/b]<br>[b]Tagging:[/b]<br>[b]Notes:[/b] (appearance, mood, etc.)<br></code></pre></div></div><br><br><span style="font-size: 13pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Current IC Date: September 28th - Oct. 5th<br>Current IC Time: Doesn't matter<br>Cabin Inspection: Ares Cabin<br>Full-timers only</strong></span></div></div>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Camp Half-Blood: North Woods (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kokaine</strong> on <strong>16-07-2014, 01:21:12</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/9b/Zahara2.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Zahara (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=207204.msg10214425#msg10214425) (Zii)<br><strong>Cabin:</strong> Ares<br><strong>Location:</strong> North Woods for Monster Assault Techniques <br><strong>Date/Time:</strong> September 21st, After 1:30pm<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Chris Rodriguez (NPC), Dorian<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Wearing sleeveless camp t-shirt, black compression running shorts, and Nikes, also now wearing Amazon-made celestial bronze belt, circlet, and arm cuff<hr>Normally the class for Monster Assault Techniques, or Monster class as Zahara liked to call it, met over in the Arena. However, today it seemed there was to be something more fun lined up as Zii had been told to take those who had arrived early after lunch to the North Woods and wait just outside it's boundaries for Chris to arrive with the rest of the class. He'd stressed the importance that they wait <em>outside</em> of the woods specifically so she had the task of making sure no one got too curious for their own good. Guess that included herself, she acknowledged as she gazed into the trees, trying to see if she could spot anything.<br><br>Zii wasn't quite sure what might be scheduled for today but she hoped it was something more fun than the usual, stab here, dodge like this, repetitive drivel they always went over. Given that the summer session had only just ended recently and that they were still getting a large influx of newbies, she doubted it would be anything too dangerous but really anything that got her moving and didn't include stationary practice dummies would be appreciated. It didn't need to be said that on certain days this class definitely trumped capture the flag as her favorite activity.<br><br>"Alright guys, wait up here. Chris should be along in a few minutes with the others and we'll get started." She looked at the few kids along with her and smirked. There were a few of her own cabin mates here along with a few from Athena's cabin, a Hephaestus kid, one from Aphrodite, and... well well, one of the new boys. "I suggest you strap on your armor and go ahead and stretch if you think you might need it. Wouldn't want any of you to pull a hammy or anything." &nbsp;Her gaze zeroed in specifically on the new son of Zeus, Dorian, "'Specially you, new kid. Wouldn't want you getting hurt on your first day." She recalled what she'd seen of him at breakfast with his brother. She hadn't been impressed then and she was sure she'd be even less so now, but she was willing to give him a chance. Maybe.<br><br>There were snickers from a couple of the other campers and even a suggestion that she watch out! As though Zeus might take exception to her teasing his kid. Zii only grinned and adjusted the slim belt around her waist. It was designed after the Great Hippolyta's Girdle, however, it was not a gift from Ares and as such granted her no more authority or power than what she wielded without it. It was just armor. The circlet around her head appeared to be of the same origin, mostly plain in design other than the fact that it appeared to be bronze like the belt and the stylized cuff she wore around her right bicep. A lame camp issue sword hung at her back, but well, she'd yet to pick up a weapon that felt uniquely hers so she had to work with what was available.<br><br>"Unless of course, you're like an expert in taking down the big bads?" She made it a question, wondering what the story behind his and his brothers arrival was.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Camp Half-Blood: North Woods (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Juggtacular</strong> on <strong>16-07-2014, 03:37:17</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/f6/Dorian1.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Dorian King (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=207204.msg10170495#msg10170495)<br><strong>Cabin:</strong> Zeus<br><strong>Location:</strong> North Woods for Monster Assault Techniques <br><strong>Date/Time:</strong> 9/21 - After 1:30pm<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Zii, Open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Excited. Wearing an orange sleeveless compression shirt, black gym shorts, and Tennis Shoes. Standard Armor/Weapons.<br><br>Earlier, food had been the only thing on his mind. But after filling his stomach, he went right into things. Turns out these people didn't like to let you be lazy, so he was in classes along with everyone else as soon as breakfast was over. Everything seemed <em>right</em> though so he quickly immersed himself in things and felt like a natural, even though it was clear he had a lot to learn.<br><br>&nbsp;After a few other activities, he was now in the Monster Assault Techniques course, which meant he got to fight monsters. It sounded a bit scary at first, but he noticed the way the others had been looking at him. He felt like he had to prove a point. Because Zeus was his dad, everybody expected him to act a certain way and more than likely expected him to be amazing at everything; but he had a feeling they hoped for a different outcome. <br><br>They hoped he screwed up. He could see it. Well he'd prove them wrong. He had his armor slung over his back and instinctively felt like he knew how to wear it, even without the crash course he'd gotten along with the armor itself. When everyone stopped, he began putting his armor on even before some brunette told everyone to get ready. He was making sure everything was in place when she looked directly at him and called him out, saying she didn't want the new kid to get hurt on his first day. <br><br>And just like that, it had started. She opened the gates and now he had a feeling until he showed <em>everybody</em>, they would all keep at it. He kept cool and calmly tied his hair back while the others laughed and giggled, but then she kept on, asking him if he was an expert at this. "It's Dorian. And don't worry 'bout me. I stretched before we came out here. And who knows, maybe I'll get hurt, maybe I won't. We'll just have to see."<br><br>&nbsp;He stopped talking for a bit and fixed his armor, then strapped his sword to his waist before acknowledging her again. "I don't know if I'd say expert. I haven't killed that many. Only a few since they started attacking me when I was 14. I'm not the best, but I think I'll manage," he said with a hint of cockiness in his smile. Of course he wasn't much of one, but he was in the position where people had already made their assumptions; so now if he acted different they'd either think he was faking, or take a while to actually realize the truth. Either way, he'd let his actions speak for him.<br><br><br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Camp Half-Blood: North Woods (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kokaine</strong> on <strong>17-07-2014, 06:19:22</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/9b/Zahara2.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Zahara (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=207204.msg10214425#msg10214425) (Zii)<br><strong>Cabin:</strong> Ares<br><strong>Location:</strong> North Woods for Monster Assault Techniques <br><strong>Date/Time:</strong> September 21st, After 1:30pm<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Chris Rodriguez (NPC), Dorian, Open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Wearing sleeveless camp t-shirt, black compression running shorts, and Nikes, also now wearing Amazon-made celestial bronze belt, circlet, and arm cuff<hr>Zii didn't so much want Dorian to screw up as she was curious to see if he actually would. Then again, with males she tended to be doubtful until they showed her otherwise. It was simply the way she was hardwired. It didn't help that she perceived him as being far too cocky without seeing good reason for him to be. Having Zeus for a father meant he likely was fairly powerful, yes, but did he know what to do with that power? She certainly intended to find out. <br><br>"Haven't killed that many, eh?" She chuckled and pushed her hair back from her face. She'd taken some time after eating lunch to loosen up her muscles so stretching wasn't really a big deal. She was plenty ready for whatever Chris might throw at them. Standing there near the woods she was developing a bit of a hunch anyhow but she was trying not to get her hopes up. Instead she kept her focus on Dorian, not really paying much attention to the others except for where they ventured closer to the woods out of sheer restlessness. Demigods never seemed to be good at just waiting. Besides, her fellow campers were used to her challenges by now. Clarisse, her half-sister could be a bit of a bully, or had been anyway before Chris, but Zii wasn't after putting anyone down or humiliation for their own sakes. No, she simply couldn't resist the urge to draw up challenge after challenge for herself, to constantly test her own mettle. It was just unfortunate that other campers were often used as her measuring stick.<br><br>Looking the guy over as he strapped on his armor and got himself ready Zahara considered. "Alright then, well I guess we'll get to see what you've got, new kid. I mean, Dorian." She wasn't yet sure but she could already see Chris and the others in their class coming toward them right on time. "You've killed a few 'since you were 14' so you must have some tricks up your sleeve." She crossed her arms, her stance widening a touch as she flashed him a grin in return. "And if not... well, maybe you'll learn something." <br><br>She fell quiet as Chris and the others stepped into the clearing looking like they were dressed for war instead of instruction. Looking to the large Hispanic Camp Counselor she felt her excitement increase as he met each of their gazes with a wicked one of his own. <strong>"Alright y'all. Summer session has ended and now that we're into the year round grind we've god old faces and new and I need to evaluate where you're at. You know, see what I've got to work with and all."</strong> He clapped his hands together loudly.<br><br><strong>"First, everybody in groups of three!"</strong> He looked at them and when the campers seemed to just look at each other he barked out, <strong>"NOW!"</strong> Campers scattered to get matched up but Zii just waited. <strong>"Zii! You're gonna pair up with our new rock star here. We're short a person so you two will be a two man team. Hopefully you won't die."</strong> He all but growled, gesturing between the Amazon and Dorian. Zahara simply smiled and nodded.<br><br><strong>"Alright kiddies, your task today is simple so listen up because I'm only gonna say this once,"</strong> he called as he paced through their loose cluster. <strong>"Today, you're killing monsters! Not dummies, not fakes, not sparring. Killing. There are a number of monsters that have been stocked for today's exercise. You will go into the woods and you will try to find and kill as many as you can. The monsters each have flags on them that have different point values. The team that racks up the most points wins and will receive a prize. The team that loses..."</strong> he snorted, <strong>"well, you know what happens to losers."</strong><br><br>Zii was excited enough to bounce right out of her Nike's but she played it cool. Already her blood was pumping and her body was anxious to move, though discipline kept her still for the moment. There were a total of 20 campers divided into 7 groups, or in hers and Dorian's case, a pair. Which meant there were a fair number of beasties in the woods just now but likely they needed to try and take down one of the bigger guys if they were to win. She drifter a bit closer to her partner, her mind on possible strategies already even as Chris continued on.<br><br><strong>"I'll give you guys the mark to go. A horn will sound when there are ten minutes left and then again when it is over. Any questions?"</strong> Zahara had none but just in case, she looked to Dorian and arched a brow. Now was the time if he wanted to ask any noobish questions.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Camp Half-Blood: North Woods (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Juggtacular</strong> on <strong>18-07-2014, 02:39:01</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/f6/Dorian1.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Dorian King (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=207204.msg10170495#msg10170495)<br><strong>Cabin:</strong> Zeus<br><strong>Location:</strong> North Woods for Monster Assault Techniques <br><strong>Date/Time:</strong> 9/21 - After 1:30pm<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Zii, Open<br><strong>Notes:</strong> Excited. Wearing an orange sleeveless compression shirt, black gym shorts, and Tennis Shoes. Standard Armor/Weapons.<br><br>He shrugged when she threw what he said back and laughed. "Yeah. A few, but not too many. But hey I gotta start somewhere, right?" This girl; there was something about her. That fire in her...Ares? Probably, but he felt like there was something else he couldn't put his finger on. But that didn't change the attraction that was there on his end...then again that was for pretty much every girl here. <br><br>He couldn't even turn it off, and he'd tried. He just couldn't help finding himself wanted every girl with pretty eyes or a nice booty. It was a curse at times, especially now when he had a feeling she was just as likely to pull her sword on him as talk to him. Her eyes remained on him, and his remained on hers. He was many things, but shy was not one of them. Unfortunately the people around here seemed to take confidence for arrogance or cockiness.<br><br>&nbsp;They were similar, but he knew the differences. He smiled at her when she corrected herself and actually used his name. "I'll be happy to display my skills and prove myself to you..." he let it draw out because he didn't know her name just yet. "About a dozen from then to now. And I've got a few tricks, but you'll have to wait until we find a monster to see em'. I don't just show off for every beautiful girl who calls me out. f I do learn somethin' though, then hey I consider today a success. Especially considering it feels like almost <em>everyone</em> here wants me and my brother to fail." Chris and the others walked up, and he nodded at the man as they locked eyes for a moment. <br><br>It stirred something in him; probably that "can't sit still" feeling he always got. He was pumped for whatever they were gonna do. His hands crossed over his chest as the class leader explained what was going on. It was kinda like football and basketball. Coach wanted to see how good you were before things got going. He told them they were pairing up in groups of three, but he knew exactly zero people here aside from Zii and he had a feeling he wouldn't have been accepted on a team anyway. <br><br>With the two of them just standing there, Chris paired them together when he saw they had an odd number of campers. When he called him a rockstar, Dorian let his tongue hang out and put up the universal symbol for [ur=http://www.bumperstickerz.com/images/10000304-04-00-00-00_lg.png]rock on[/url]. He added a bit at the end about them not dying, which was weird, but considering this place, not <em>so</em> weird. <br><br>"Well I don't plan on dyin' my first day. And I'm sure she won't let me die as it'd make her look bad. So I think we're gonna be okay." He looked from Chris to Zii and winked at her playfully. When he told them what the task was, he laughed a little while looking at Zii still. "Well how 'bout that? Somethin' right up my alley." When he finished the explanation, he opened the floor for questions, and despite the laughs, Dorian raised his hand. "What are the point values for the flags? And if we help another group with a monster, do we get the points or them?" Valid questions in his opinion.
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