Resonance of the Soul (IC)
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				Title: <strong>Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>12-04-2016, 06:50:14</strong>
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				It's mid afternoon at the DWMA. It's a Friday and many of the students are either already checked out mentally, or happily chatting away with one another. Below them, in the lecture space, a young woman, late twenties to mid thirties at most, is trying to get the attention of the class. She's dressed sharply in a brown business suit, matching hosiery, and dark heels. Her piercing blue eyes, seemingly stuck in a permanent scowl, survey the students before her from behind a pair of round rimmed glasses. Not&nbsp; a single blond hair sits out of place on her head. She once more tries to get the attention of the class with a sharp, "everyone settle down now!", to no avail. Suddenly, the corner of her mouth twitches up in a semblance of a smirk. Suddenly, her right arm melts into an envelope of red light.<br><br>WHITASH!<br><br>WHITASH!<br><br>WHITASH!<br><br>She snaps her arm, now a long whip. at the row sitting closest to her. Not quite close enough to hit anyone, but close enough to silence the class.<br>"I said, everyone settle down now," she says in a much sweeter voice, satisfaction evident in her smile. "That's better. I'm your substitute teacher for the day, Kaori Howaru, and todays lecture is on...oh, let me see, where did I put that lesson plan..."<br>She rifles about for bag for a couple of moments before shaking her head. "Well, looks like I somehow misplaced my lesson plan, (again) so I guess we're just winging it today," she announces, before turning to the board. She then proceeds to teach a lesson, albeit not the one that Sid had intended. She manages to effortlessly jump from topic to topic but still manages to teach a cohesive lesson. By the end of the lesson, the board is covered in topic matter from at least 3 subjects, including the one she was supposed to be covering. <br><br>"At least she showed us how it's all related," Sheila whispers to Rey. <br>WHITASH!<br>"Quiet during class," Ms. Howaru declares with another dramatic snap of her whip. She glances at the clock and shakes her head. "Looks like we're almost out of time. Before I go, you have a homework assignment. Each of you are to select a mission to complete with another team.&nbsp; This is supposed to be a team building exercise, so consult with your partners about who you want to team up with." she declares. "Oh, and don't pick any of the red starred missions. Those are for teachers only."<br><br>Suddenly, the bell rings, announcing the end of class. "Alright everyone, Ms. Paws will be in shortly for todays Witch History lesson. I'll see you in class on Monday. Be safe out there!"<br><br>As she walks out of the class, the students burst back into conversation.&nbsp; Eclair's partners look at her from either side. "I'm not against working with anyone, how about you," Kirsch asks Aria. <br>"I'm good with whomever Eclair chooses," she replies with a shrug. <br>"Well. You heard the girl, the choice is yours, Eclair," she remarks. <br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>12-04-2016, 08:23:07</strong>
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				Throughout the lecture, Eclair takes copious notes, however her mind kept wandering. Numerous times she had to resist the urge to doodle in her notebook. Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, the lecture was over. <br><br>"I'm not against working with anyone, how about you," Kirsch asks Aria. <br>"I'm good with whomever Eclair chooses," Aria replies with a shrug. <br>"Well. You heard the girl, the choice is yours, Eclair," Kirsch remarks.<br><br>&nbsp;"Well in that case... hey, Jessa, Rey, feel like partnering up?" Eclair calls to the pair. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>12-04-2016, 12:34:13</strong>
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				Jessa and Rey where both sitting in class with the substitute and Rey was probably the only one in class who was actually paying attention and remaining quiet, but Jessa was enjoying chatting with everyone till the whip cracked. Once the lessons began Rey was diligently taking notes while Jessa was drawing in the sketch notebook next to her note taking note book, Rey originally didn't approve of this till he noticed that Jessa's notes and retention of class subjects was much higher when she spent time doodling between note taking. As the class began to come to a close and the announcement of missions came up even Rey couldn't contain his excitement of a battle. Jessa stood up and stretched closing her sketch book before too many people took notice of the drawings, then the two of them where asked by Eclair to partner up. This wasn't the first time they had partnered with the three of them so they quickly came to a conciseness than gave a thumbs up and headed down to see the missions.<br><br>"Alright, we have our team, so what do the missions look like today?" Jessa asked as she approached the trio with Rey in tow behind her.<br><br>"Verily, I look forward to working with such a fine group of young women." Rey bowed to everyone as he approached, Jessa gave him a sideways glance then flicked his forehead.<br><br>"Keep it in your pants, KiSA." Jessa usually called Rey KiSA, the abbreviated form of Knight in Shining Armor, when she was annoyed with him. Rey however was rubbing his forehead cause those flicks tended to hurt when they came from a combat taught super strong person.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>12-04-2016, 16:20:22</strong>
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				Clawdia had had a rough night of sleep, and had been mostly coasting through the day.&nbsp; This was apparent to all but the most non observant, or dense, as no matter how much she worked at her hair, there just seemed to be that one little piece that didn't want to behave.&nbsp; Sasha on the other hand had been seemingly dead to the world the entire night.&nbsp; She had woken up feeling completely refreshed, had taken a shower and had been successful in keeping her hair in line the whole day.&nbsp; Since Sasha still had no memories of her life before meeting Clawdia she couldn't really teach any classes, so she played the part of Clawdia's teaching assistant, and on days like today she tended to act more like a guideline, keeping her on track during her lessons.&nbsp; After all Clawdia's affinity to Tigers due to her abilities, tended to make her act rather cat like, going wherever her mood prompted her to.&nbsp; Finally they came to the last class of the day, Clawdia walked in still obviously somewhat out of sorts from the lack of sleep, while Sasha walked in straight as a rudder, instantly grabbing the attention of the class with the intensity of her gaze.<br><br>"Well good morning everyone, or maybe its afternoon, Sasha what time is it?"<br><br>"It is the last class of the day, Ms. Paws, that means it's 3 o clock."<br><br>"Oh right, so it's afternoon then.&nbsp; Well let's get today's outline up on the board.&nbsp; Sasha would you be so kind?"&nbsp; Clawdia looked down at the desk noticing a piece of paper, left behind by Ms. Howaru, she picked it up and read it, "Ah I see so apparently Ms. Howaru has assigned you all homework to complete a job as a team over the weekend, and she has told me that one team may be authorized to accept a red star mission as long as they are accompanied by a teacher.&nbsp; Well I'll certainly be happy to go along with one of your teams, but we'll have to iron out those details after class."<br><br>Of course Ms. Howaru had not actually authorized that second part, but Clawdia felt like having a little fun this weekend, and should any of the students jump at this option, thats exactly what would happen.&nbsp; By now Sasha had finished putting the outline for the lesson up on the board, and proceeded to help Clawdia stay on track to complete the lesson.<br><br>"Alright looks like that about covers everything I had for today, I hope you all were paying attention, because come Monday I just might test you on what was covered.&nbsp; I'll be around for the next 15 minutes or so, so if anyone should feel adventurous enough for a red star mission this weekend, and I'll make sure Ms Howaru gives you extra credit, just come to me to work out the details."<br><br>Sasha decided it would be prudent to leave the chalkboard as is for the next 10 minutes at least in case there was anyone still working on their notes.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>12-04-2016, 17:13:21</strong>
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				"We'll have to check the mission board when class gets out," Kirsch replies to Jessa. Aria notes that she speaks with a more pronounced British accent than normal. Under normal circumstances Kirsch toned it down, but around Rey, it seemed to flare up. She finds herself wondering if Kirsch was even aware of that. <br><br>At about that moment, Ms. Paws steps in. Or rather, seemingly drags herself into the class. "We should return to our seats," Aria suggests. <br><br>After the lecture, Blake, Aidan, Levia, and Sheila gather up. "What do you think, a red star mission sounds pretty exciting," Blake says, cracking his knuckles. <br>Aidan leans back against the wall. "I dunno, sounds risky. perhaps we should stick to student missions<br>Sheila crosses her arms and shakes her head. "We'll never grow if we don't challenge ourselves. I say we go for it!"<br>Levia frowns. "I don't know, maybe Aidan's right? This isn't just some reading assignment. There will likely be combat."<br>Blake shoves his fist into the air. "I know right! Our first real taste of battle!"<br>Sheila chuckles. "We're in the E.A.T class, so its only natural that we're gonna see some combat. At least if we take the red star mission, we'll be partnered up with Ms. Paws."<br>Levia groans, weighing their options. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>12-04-2016, 17:32:08</strong>
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				Eclair leads her partners over to Jessa and Rey. "Sounds like we should decide whether or not we want to take on the red star mission before someone else decides for us," she comments. "I'm fairly confident in our abilities, I say we go for it."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>12-04-2016, 23:36:07</strong>
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				Jessa tried her best to pay attention to the sleepy kitty teaching the class but then when she said that they could go on a red star mission, Jessa shot up with excitement, Rey on the other hand shook his head but then sighed as Jessa looked at him with the sparkle eyes and 'I Want' smile and that was the end of the argument. Once Eclair approached them with the okay for the red star mission Jessa nodded.<br><br>"Were on it. Rey!"<br><br>Rey sighed then transformed and as another student began to approach the desk Jessa picked up her partner like a spear and tossed Rey down so he landed in the desk scarring any other student away. Once the other students moved back Rey transformed back to his human form.<br><br>"We would like to place our group's names forward for the Red Star mission." Rey said as if nothing strange had happened.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>12-04-2016, 23:50:29</strong>
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				You know most people would freak out if a spear got thrown anywhere in their vicinty, but not Clawdia, and certainly not most people at the DWMA.&nbsp; Though as a teacher she would have to chastise them for doing something so dangerous and stupid, she was already seeing the fruits of her suggestion.<br><br>"Now, now Ms/ Jessa, and Mr. Rey, while I applaud your enthusiasm, I must remind you not to 1)transform inside the building or 2) throw your partners in weapon form while in the building, unless under emergency circumstances.&nbsp; That being said, I also must make sure you properly understand the risks of taking on this mission.&nbsp; You may be second years and in the E.A.T. class but that certainly doesn't mean you're ready for everything.&nbsp; I'm not discouraging you, I just want you to be absolutely certain."<br><br>She was glad that the group had stepped up to her challenge as it would no doubt make for great entertainment, but in order to cover her bases she had to act like any normal teacher would.&nbsp; At least for now.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>13-04-2016, 00:04:04</strong>
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				Eclair sighs and shakes her head. "Please excuse our partners, they just wanted to make sure we didn't miss our chance to take on this mission." she explains, casting an apologetic look at the other students. <br><br>"Anyway, we understand the risks involved. We could get hurt, or worse. That's the sort of life we signed up for when we joined the e.a.t. class. I have faith in my partners, and I know they have faith in me, so we're ready for whatever this mission entails!"<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>13-04-2016, 00:08:58</strong>
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				"Good as long as you're properly warned, then I will get everything taken care of with the receptionist, and I imagine it would be best to head out tomorrow so you all can rest up, not to mention I need my beauty sleep after last nights fiasco.&nbsp; Sasha!"<br><br>"Yes, miss Paws?"<br><br>"You can clear the chalkboard, looks like everyone's gotten their notes taken care of by now."<br><br>"Very well."<br><br>With that Sasha began cleaning the chalkboard, Clawdia would deal with the receptionist once she was done, and the children were on their way.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>13-04-2016, 01:23:46</strong>
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				"Aww man, we took too long," Sheila grumbles. <br>"The fact you weren't certain soon enough clearly shows you weren't ready to go on this mission," Kirsch declares.<br>Sheila looks like she's been slapped. "Hey! That's not-" Blake begins to protest.<br>"No, she's right," Sheila interrupts. "Our meisters had their doubts. The ones who would be doing most of the fighting were unsure. Plus, we've never teamed up before. They have."<br>Blake frowns. "I guess you're right." he shrugs.&nbsp; "Oh well. There's always next time. We'll train up in the meantime and get stronger. "<br><br>Next to Eclair, Aria fidgets. "You sure about this, Eclair?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>13-04-2016, 11:47:45</strong>
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				Jessa gathered all of Rey and her own items and then headed down to join everyone just in time to be told off for doing something dangerous but she was too excited for the challenge to really care.<br><br>"Sorry Prof. I just wanted to make sure we got the mission cause we want a challenge."<br><br>Rey smiled as he too had found the latest missions they had done a little lack luster lately.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>13-04-2016, 18:20:12</strong>
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				Once Sasha finished clearing the blackboard, Clawdia had her lesson plans all packed up in her bag.<br><br>"Alright Sasha, let's get that mission registered so I can get home and hopefully get some sleep."<br><br>"Very well, perhaps we should also stop and get some tea to help you get to sleep."<br><br>"You know that's not a bad idea, Sasha."<br><br>The two made their way out of the classroom and through the maze that was the DWMA building.&nbsp; Eventually they ended up at the receptionsists desk, after grabbing the slip from the mission posting on the board.<br><br>"Hello there dear, I need to get this mission registered under me, I'll be heading out in the morning with a couple students, an extra credit exercise."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>13-04-2016, 19:15:46</strong>
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				"Yeah, I'm pretty sure," Eclair replies to Aria. <br><br>As Clawdia departs, she stretches. "Anyone else hungry? Perhaps we should go get some dinner and turn in early," she suggests to Rey, Jessa, and her weapons. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>13-04-2016, 23:14:14</strong>
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				Aria rubs her belly. "That sounds great, I'm starving!"<br>Kirsch wrinkles her brow. "But you ate two whole burgers and all of our fries at lunch!"<br>Aria blushes furiously. "I - I did not!"<br>Kirsch leans in to whisper. "Methinks you doth protest too much, dear Aria."<br>Aria turns on her heel and huffs. "You coming or not?" she calls over her shoulder as she heads off.<br>Kirsch shrugs. "I was only teasing," she explains as she tries to catch up. <br><br><br>-------<br>The receptionist eyes the slip. "You're taking students on a red star mission as an extra credit assignment?" for a moment, he looks as if he's about to balk, but instead begins filling out the form. "Normally we don't let students take these missions, but since you'll be accompanying them I can make an exception. Just remember, you're responsible for their safe return. Now, If I can just get their names, you can be on your way, Clawdia."<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>14-04-2016, 00:14:50</strong>
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				"That would be Eclair, and her two partners, Kirsch and Aria, as well as Jessa and her partner Rey."
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				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>14-04-2016, 01:16:40</strong>
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				"Woo new mission and now some dinner! ... uh you'll pay for me right partner." Jessa smiles and looks at Rey with her hands together in prayer.<br><br>"That depends, am I buying your dinner because you spent all the allowance from the school, and the allowance I gave you on something frivolous?"<br><br>Jessa looked sad.<br><br>"butbutbut... it was a limited edition tin case of Sole Eater Season 2, my favorite shoe related anime."<br><br>"Thou are hopeless... but I won't let you starve."<br><br>"Yay! Thank you my good Rey!"
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				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>14-04-2016, 01:24:00</strong>
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				"Oh, did you see last night's episode?! I can't believe the protagonist accidentally bought fish instead of footwear! Who knew sole was a type of fish!" their classmate Lisa exclaims jumping into the conversation. She clenches her fists and almost dances as she barely manages to contain the immense power of her fan girl squeal.<br><br>-----<br>The receptionist takes a moment to register the students and nods. "Alright. All set. Happy hunting, and don't get bit."
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				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>14-04-2016, 16:50:08</strong>
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				"Oh I don't get bit, I do the biting, hee hee.&nbsp; Thanks for all your help honey."&nbsp; Clawdia winks at the receptionist as she turns away and heads for the exit.<br><br>Once they leave the school, Sasha speaks up, "Did you really have to flirt with him?"<br><br>"Oh come on, let me have a little fun, besides I probably brightened up the poor dears day.&nbsp; Now let's get that tea and head home to make dinner."<br><br>"As you wish, milady."<br><br>The two of them made their way to the nearest convenience shop, where Clawdia quickly found the tea she wanted, and paid the store clerk.&nbsp; After that they made their way home, and got to work on dinner.&nbsp; Of course Sasha ended up doing the cooking due to Clawdia's lack of cooking talent.&nbsp; Clawdia sat in her recliner in the meantime after making a cup of tea, and put on some soothing classical music on the radio, by the time Sasha was finished with dinner, Clawdia was fast asleep.<br><br>"Oh well I suppose I'll put hers in the fridge for later."&nbsp; She put away the plate in the fridge with some saran wrap over top, then proceeded to carry Clawdia to her bed, put her pajamas on, which were striped like the tiger she could turn into, and tucked her in for the night.<br><br>After eating her dinner, Sasha got ready for bed and locked up the apartment before knodding off herself
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>15-04-2016, 19:31:40</strong>
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				"Lisa, you're making me crave seafood!" Eclair remarks cheerfully. Hopefully the cafeteria had some fish items on the menu today. <br><br>She turns her thoughts from food and back to her friends. She begins to smile at their antics. It was nice being in a tight knit group like this. Hard to imagine that by tomorrow they might be fighting for their lives.<br>
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				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>15-04-2016, 19:41:33</strong>
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				As it so happens, the cafeteria has a wide variety of food today. Spaghetti, fish and chips, salad, a Sandwhich bar, and soup. <br>Aria and Kirsch grab their meals and take a seat at an empty table large enough to accommodate everyone. <br><br>Nearby, Sasuke, Trisha, and a student from the not class are eating. Trisha seems mystified at how Sasuke is managing to eat without removing his ninja mask. As the group walks by, she stands up suddenly and slams her palms into the table. "You rotten ninja! I was saving that for the end!"<br>"Then - you - shouldn't have - let me steal it," he says between loud crunches of whatever food he stole from her. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>16-04-2016, 13:46:26</strong>
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				Jessa was very excited to talk about her favorite shoe related anime all the way to the cafeteria but as food caught her eye her attention was pulled to what she wanted to eat. Rey on the other hand knew what they would be having, as Jessa was reaching for the Spaghetti he plopped down an order of Fish and Chips.<br><br>"Let's have some brain food tonight."<br><br>"Aww, but I won't need my brain till the morning."<br><br>"Yes but your brain may take a while to start up."<br><br>"Such a meany... alright at least I get fries."<br><br>"Chips."<br><br>"Fries."<br><br>"Thou art a pain in my rear... Chips."<br><br>Jessa smiled and looked at Rey with a blush and Rey blushed a little as well then the two of them moved to join the others at the table.
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				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>19-04-2016, 20:08:38</strong>
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				<br>Eclair grabs the fish and chips as well, before sitting between her weapons at the table. "Yum yum, time for some grub!" she declares before digging in. <br><br>Something about sharing a meal with her comrades made the food taste just a little bit better.<br>
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				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>19-04-2016, 21:06:47</strong>
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				Aria and Kirsch exchange a glance and quietly eat their dinner with Eclair. Kirsch covertly sneaks her hand under the table and gives Eclair a squeeze on the knee. Coming from her, it was both a gesture of reassurance as well as a means of calming her own nerves. 
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				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>19-04-2016, 21:13:41</strong>
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				Eclair slips her hand beneath the table and places it on top of Kirsch's. Despite herself, her ears start turning red, so she breaks off the contact and resumes eating as if nothing had happened. <br>Suddenly, it feels as if everyone's eyes are on her, so she redoubles her focus on her fish. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>19-04-2016, 23:28:34</strong>
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				Rey sat down and began to gently cut up his fish and eat it like a proper gentleman, while Jessa immediately began eating her chip/fries with her fingers saving the fish for last.<br><br>"So what do you think we'll be doing on this missions aside from fighting zombies. I hope Sid doesn't come with us, I would hate to cause some friendly fire."
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				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>20-04-2016, 00:32:48</strong>
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				Well, we'll probably need to find out who or what is disturbing their rest," Aria remarks. <br><br>"And we'll need to speak with the locals too, they might know something," Kirsch adds.<br>
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				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>20-04-2016, 11:53:35</strong>
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				"Right, hopefully decapitating zombies the entire time. Hmm, I hope they aren't the infectious type, I would hate to have to see Stine because of this mission."<br><br>Jessa continued to munch then suddenly looked down at the basket now empty of fries and she was tempted to get some more.<br><br>"No you may not get more fries, eat your fish."<br><br>"Party pooper."<br><br>Rey shook his head with a small grin as he finished his fish and began on the Fries/chips, still using his fork and knife to eat them.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>20-04-2016, 17:00:13</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"Aww, Stein isn't so bad. He's a bit...odd, but who isn't at this school, right?" Eclair chimes in. <br><br>She looks down and notes she has already finished her meal. "Whoa. Guess I was hungrier than I thought...anyway, I think I'm gonna turn in for the night. I'll see you in the apartment Aria, Kirsch," she states with a nod to each. "See you in the morning guys," she says to Jessa and Rey with a wave. "And good luck with your mission too, Lisa."<br><br>With a parting wave she heads back to the apartment she shares with her weapons and gets ready to turn in for the night.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>20-04-2016, 22:52:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The two of them waved off there friends and finished their own meal before heading out, Jessa yawned a few times before the two arrived at the luxury penthouse Rey's family payed for. They both went into their own rooms and bid each other goodnight as well.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>21-04-2016, 19:13:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Kirsch and Aria soon follow suit, joining their Meister in their apartment. They each wish her a good night then get ready for bed. After brushing her teeth, Aria disrobes and climbs into bed with a book. Kirsch shakes her head. "You should try to get some sleep.<br><br>"Reading before bed helps me get to sleep." Aria responds without taking her eyes away from her book. <br>&nbsp;Kirsch shrugs and changes into a nightgown before climbing into her own bed. "Suit yourself. Good night."<br><br>Aria smiles. "Good night." <br>Silence reigns in the room for a while, until Aria speaks again. "Try not to worry about her. We've got her back."<br><br>Kirsch doesn't reply, but Aria can still sense her relief.<br><br>------<br><br>The next morning, all the preparations for the mission are made. In light of their newfound cooperation, travel to and from missions is now handled by a joint effort between the DWMA and the Witches. Using spacial magic, a small team of witches, given enough time, could send a small team of meisters and weapons wherever they needed to go. One such team is preparing the magic to send Clawdia and her students to the outskirts of the small village of Nyrin, where their mission is to take place. <br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>22-04-2016, 02:47:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair thankfully sleeps through the night without having one of her nightmares. The last thing she needed today was to be off her A game. Once her alarm goes off, she quickly gets ready and starts making some breakfast for everyone. Once everyone had gotten a chance to eat, they headed into the school to meet with the others. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>22-04-2016, 02:51:49</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Clawdia woke up the next morning, at first confounded about how she got in her own bed.&nbsp; Once she splashed off her face and woke up fully, she realized that Sasha must have carried her in there. <em>That girl, she didn't have to do that.&nbsp; Well I'll thank her first thing after she's up.</em>&nbsp; What she didn't realize is that Sasha had been up a full half hour before her, and had already showered and made breakfast for the two of them.<br><br>"Well, well, well, Sasha.&nbsp; Isn't this just a lovely surprise, pancakes, eggs, and bacon.&nbsp; It smells delicious!"<br><br>"Yes milady, when I woke up you were still asleep so I figured I might as well take care of things so we would be on time to meet up with the students."<br><br>"Ahh yes, I almost forgot, that's what happens when I launch a plan to create some entertainment when I couldn't get any sleep the night before.&nbsp; Speaking of I really must thank you for carrying me to bed, you really didn't have to dear.&nbsp; I'm sure I'm not very light either."<br><br>"Well I couldn't just leave you snoring away in the chair, it just wouldn't be proper."<br><br>"Snoring, excuse me but I do not snore."<br><br>"Apologies ma'am, you were purring."<br><br>"That's more like it."<br><br>Clawdia and Sasha sat down and ate the breakfast Sasha had prepared.&nbsp; After they finished eating, Clawdia finished showering and getting herself ready for the mission.&nbsp; As she finished getting dressed, she heard Sasha call out, "Ma'am?&nbsp; Would you like me to bring your dinner from last night along on the trip?"<br><br>"Why yes Sasha dear that would be fantastic.&nbsp; Put it in one of my enchanted cooling bags to keep it fresh."<br><br>With everything ready to go the two left for the meeting spot.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>22-04-2016, 11:35:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rey woke up as he usually did before the sun but today something was off, something was holding him down to the bed, after some investigating in his groggy state he realized that there was another person in his bed, he began to panic as he realized Jessa had once again relocated during the night and they where now sharing a bed. Rey tried his best to escape from the bed without waking her or doing something perverted his struggling woke Jessa and with a yawn she snuggled up to Rey and smiled at him.<br><br>"Morning, I slept like a log."<br><br>"Mm-Morning... um... I didn't try anything!"<br><br>"Heh I know, but I sure did."<br><br>"Y-you!" With that Rey pulled himself out of bed and let her fall to the ground with a yelp.<br><br>"You are impossible." Rey sighed as he moved to get started on his morning exercises and Jessa giggled as she did the same, after a vigorous workout for both of them they each jumped into separate bathrooms and prepared for the day, got themselves some breakfast delivered and then they locked up and headed out. Rey was still rather mad at Jessa for her little joke this morning as they arrived at the meet up point, each of them where holding a coffee cup, Rey's was full of tea while Jessa's had an espresso just the way she liked it.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>22-04-2016, 21:24:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel and her weapons are the first to arrive at the transport chamber. Kirsch has a look of icy focus, though it's obvious to her partners that something is bugging her. Aria sticks close to Eclair, ready to transform at a moment's notice. She is about to ask Kirsch what's up when Clawdia and Sasha arrive, followed shortly by Rey and Jessa. <br><br>"Good. Looks like everyone is here," Kirsch declares, her tone all business with little warmth. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>23-04-2016, 05:37:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Well good morning everyone!"&nbsp; Clawdia spouted as she and Sasha approached the rendevous spot and found both meisters and their weapons ready and waiting.&nbsp; "Hope you all had a good nights sleep and are ready to go today.&nbsp; It will likely be best for all the weapons to transform first before we have these wonderful ladies transport us to the location, after all we don't yet know exactly what's awaiting us.&nbsp; So Sasha if you please."<br><br>With that Sasha jumped high in the air transforming into her weapon form, a Guandao with an orange counterweight, a black shaft, and a tiger striped blade.&nbsp; She spun a few times in the air before landing in Ms. Paws outstretched hand.<br><br>"When you're ready."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>23-04-2016, 12:32:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rey blushed a bit as his mind was on the 'joke' Jessa had pulled his morning but it was time to get started he moved behind his meister and gently placed his hands on her shoulders then transformed into his blade form strapping himself onto her back with the shield of his family Jessa smiled as she felt the weight of her partner and the shield on her back, the familiar weight and the thoughts of battle. Rey had finished and tossed away his Tea a moment ago now Jessa did the same with her coffee and closed her eyes in meditation, preparing herself for battle and opening the connection to Rey as best she could. Rey despite the mornings antics also opened his mind to her and began to meditate himself to prepare for battle, clearing his mind and ready to fight.<br><br>"Alright let's go!" Jessa smiled as she opened her eyes and felt ready for anything.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>25-04-2016, 09:00:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair nods to Kirsch and Aria. "Alright ladies, let's do this." <br>She stands between the two of them, taking Kirsch's left hand in her right, and Arias right hand in her left. <br><br>She closes her eyes and takes a deep breath, opening herself to the both of them. She concentrates on the aspects of their souls that resonated with her own. In Kirsch's case, the driven focus and strive to succeed as well as the kindness she keeps hidden under her artificial cool exterior. <br><br>In Aria's case, Eclairs brush with madness had left many invisible scars on the young woman, scars which were slowly starting to heal thanks to Aria. Her quiet determination also resonated well with the Meister.<br><br>Together, they were her strength to keep moving forward. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>25-04-2016, 09:26:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Kirsch seemingly melts into a light blue aura, flawlessly entering her rapier form. As usual, she notes an odd sensation when she connects with her meister but is unable to determine why. Almost as soon as she notices it, the feeling disappears. Rather than dwell on it, though, Kirsch projects a feeling of confidence and focus. There would be time later for such things.<br><br>Meanwhile, Aria takes her time, letting her light green aura traverse one limb at a time, before finally becoming a tuning fork in Eclairs hand. Through their now established link, the trio can feel her embarrassment and slight blush at her form. <br><br>Knowing Aria can sense emotions, Kirsch sends her a "the grass is greener" impression silently. <br><br>Nearby, one of the Witches gestures toward the center of a magic circle. "Simply step inside the circle and you'll be whisked away to the town. When you need to return, just use your DWMA issued phone. Remember, in case of emergency, it will take time to recall you." <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>25-04-2016, 13:20:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Good show children, now remember this is technically a red star mission so stick close and you'll be fine, you'll have your chance to prove yourselves, but don't go out of your way to do so.&nbsp; Now let's have some fun." With that Clawdia entered the circle, nodding to the witches, "Thanks ladies we hopefully shouldn't be gone too long."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>26-04-2016, 18:37:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair tests the weight of her weapons, making sure the connection was strong between them. Once satisfied that she would be able to wield her partners in battle if need be, she sheathes Kirsch in a belt loop of her pants. Aria on the other hand would have to be kept on hand as there was no easy way to sheathe her in this form. She would need to do something about that at some point. However, for now she simply steps into the circle beside Witch Clawdia.<br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>26-04-2016, 23:23:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jessa stepped into the circle and placed her hands on her hips preparing for the transport. This was going to be fun and she was going to destroy the zombies if need be.<br><br>"Let's get it started!"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>27-04-2016, 19:46:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The magic circle glows for a moment, before engulfing the group in a sphere of light. One by one they feel a sensation of weightlessnes as they find themselves floating in a dark void. Before they have much chance to register the sensation, they seemingly "pop" back into existence at their destination. <br><br>As the walls of the sphere dissolve, they find themselves standing on the outskirts of a quaint little town with medieval architecture. The setting sun tiredly shines it's last light of the day on the rooftops of the buildings, casting long, creepy shadows. Just over the horizon, barely visible, the black blood covered moon is slowly rising to take its rightful place in the sky. <br><br>Looming over the town on a hill stands an impressive castle with solid walls, though the southern wall, facing the party, shows signs of aging.&nbsp; Parts of the settlements are beginning to crumble, and a hole at the base seems to have been hastily boarded up. <br><br>The town itself doesn't seem to be very lively. Most of the buildings stand silent and any people who are out and about hurriedly go from place to place. The entire place feels tense and dreary. <br><br>"Hey, Eclair. I'm sensing magic here," Kirsch states, her voice more mechanical when coming from her weapon form. "Different than the magic used to get us here. It's diffused...as if it's permeating the air. I can't sense the source though. Be on your guard." <br>&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;<br>( cmpuncle, Undercover, roll a d20, post it in the ooc thread) 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>27-04-2016, 22:49:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Magic huh? Good thing we have a witch with us," Eclair comments. "Any thoughts Ms. Paws?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>28-04-2016, 19:45:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Aria appears within the gem of her hilt, making sure to only appear from the shoulders up. "Eclair, say the word if you want me to send out a sonar pulse," she says before the gem returns to its regular appearance. <br><br>Meanwhile, something about the magic in the air resonates with Clawdia's wavelength. It's faint and indistinct, but strong enough for her to be aware of it. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>29-04-2016, 01:58:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Well this is more interesting then I expected, it would seem it's definitely magic, but it's laced with a madness wavelength.&nbsp; This could likely mean that a Kishin or being on the verge of becoming a Kishin is in the area."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>29-04-2016, 02:47:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Upon hearing the word 'Kishin' Jessa unsheathed her partner and placed the tip of the blade in the ground before dropping to one knee and placing both hands on the hilt. Jessa began to say the chant that she had learned while in England visiting Rey's family and Rey appeared in the blade showing much more of his bare chest than most, enough to see his abs, and they recited the oath together.<br><br>"May the gods of heaven and earth make our shield strong enough to protect our friends and family, make our blades strong enough to shatter lightening, make our minds as one and wise enough to survive the tide of battle. May your strengths become our own and may we stand victorious with no losses."<br><br>Jessa stood up and placed Rey back into her sheath on her back.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>29-04-2016, 19:02:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair clenches her jaw and tightens her grip on Aria. "I doubt its a full blown Kishin, otherwise it would be affecting me much more strongly," she declares. She takes a deep breath as Rey and Jessa make their oath. Something about it makes her feel calmer.&nbsp; "We'd best be on our guard though. Ms. Paws, can you detect anything else?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>29-04-2016, 20:54:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				As the group decides what they're gonna do, a rotund man with a severely receding hairline and double chins runs up to them. He huffs and puffs a little as he catches his breath before launching into a string of words nobody understand. <br><br>Kirsch speaks up. "I think he's speaking Romanian. Let me try something."<br>She speaks to the man in a string of German. The man nods his head a few times and replies in German. Though he seems a bit surprised to hear a voice from the rapier, he seems to take it in stride. After a few moments of exchanging back and forth with one another in German, Kirsch addresses the party. <br><br>"He's urging us to get inside. It isn't safe after dark, that's when the zombies attack." <br><br>Roll Result: Aria rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: Language skill does she speak it<br>Result: 4, <br>Total: 4<br><br>Roll Result: Kirsch rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: Language skill does she speak it<br>Result: 14, <br>Total: 14<br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>30-04-2016, 04:06:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Perhaps the dear man is right, as long as we aren't immediately being attacked we should find the inn and see if we can glean any information off the locals.&nbsp; While we're heading there let's use this as a learning opportunity, instead of me just telling you everything that I can sense, how about the two of you meisters stretch your senses and tell me what you can feel?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>01-05-2016, 14:05:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jessa closed her eyes and tried her best to feel the madness but she knew it would be hopeless as her partner was doing a great job of protecting her from any dark magic. This actually made her smile knowing that she was being protected by him even though it was hindering there ability to find the enemy. Jessa opened her eyes again and smiles at Ms. Paws.<br><br>"Sorry Prof. I wont be able to sense the madness, I can tell you if someone's under attack though."<br><br>Jessa placed her hands behind her head and stretched a bit while they waited to be shown where the Inn was.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>02-05-2016, 00:47:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Now Jessa, dear, I'm not actually a professor, I don't have a Ph.D.&nbsp; When we aren't in the classroom you can just call me Clawdia, or if you really feel you need to be formal you can use Ms. Paws.&nbsp; Eclair, anything you can sense dear?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>02-05-2016, 01:13:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair extends her senses outward, but doesn't immediately sense anything else. "Sorry, Ms. Paws. Other than what I detected before, I'm getting nothing new. Perhaps the locals know something that could help us home in on the source."<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>02-05-2016, 01:40:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Very well, then on to the Inn!"&nbsp; Clawdia threw her hand in the air in a pointing gesture, as if she knew where the inn was, and started heading towards what she thought was the village proper.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>02-05-2016, 22:14:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				As it so happens, Clawdia picks the right direction. The man from before guides the group to the inn after Kirsch explains their intent. A quick jaunt later and the group finds themselves in a quaint yet surprisingly modern two story building. Once there, the man hurries home with a rushed goodbye to Kirsch which she relays to the group.<br><br><br>&nbsp;In the lobby, several guests are milling about. One, a young teenage girl sits at a computer and appears to be playing an online game of sorts. <br>There is also a middle aged man in a grey suit, sitting by himself in an armchair next to a lit fireplace. He appears to be casually reading a local newspaper. <br>There is also a young couple, possibly on their honeymoon, sitting together in the dining area. They seem nervous and are chatting together quietly. <br><br>At the counter is a man dressed as an employee of the hotel. He maintains a passive expression, conveying little of his thoughts at the sudden appearance of armed DWMA students and faculty. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>02-05-2016, 23:22:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair takes a deep breath and approaches the clerk at the counter. "Good evening, sir, we're from the DWMA, and we're here to investigate and hopefully put an end to the town's zombie problems. If it's alright with you, we would like to ask some questions." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>03-05-2016, 13:47:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jessa entered the Inn and quickly removed her sword and shield much to the dislike of most of the people, but Rey quickly transformed and sheathed his shield to his back before joining Eclair at the counter, Rey knew she might need something to persuade the clerk to talk and he had what she needed.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>03-05-2016, 20:31:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Well that's a relief. This town relies on tourism to stay afloat, but those zombies are killing our business. Ask away, I'll help as best I can," the clerk replies, relief evident in his face. <br><br>Nearby, the young couple also seem to relax. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>04-05-2016, 02:23:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Well Sasha my dear looks like we're in the clear for the time being, go ahead and change back."<br><br>"Yes ma'am."&nbsp; Sasha floated in mid air for a second while she transformed, standing up quickly she dusted herself off, and made sure everything was in order.<br><br>Clawdia walked up to the clerk and added quickly, "I am a teacher with the DWMA I'm accompanying these students, we are here to look into and end the undead problems for your lovely little hamlet.&nbsp; Children, continue your investigation and then meet me over at the table, "she pointed to an empty table, "We'll go over what you find out and see if we can come up with a plan."<br><br>Sasha had already arrived at the table to make sure no one took it before Clawdia could get there.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>05-05-2016, 04:46:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Oooh Kay..." Eclair says, raising her eyebrow at Clawdia's unusual entrance. "Guess we'll ask the gamer. Aria, go ahead and revert," she remarks heading over to the girl playing the game. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>05-05-2016, 12:16:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rey watched as Eclair and Aria walked over to speak with the girl playing on the computer that he decided to avoid so he wouldn't end her game prematurely. Rey turned back to the innkeeper and ask a few more questions.<br><br>"My name is Rey, nice to meet you. Is there anything you can tell me about the Zombie outbreak?"<br><br>Jessa was simply wandering around the lobby looking for anything of intrest and trying to avoid joining the girl playing on the computer cause she would end up playing as well.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>06-05-2016, 20:14:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The tuning fork in Eclairs hand becomes enveloped in the same light green glow as before, moments before reforming as the young girl at Eclairs side. As they approach the girl, she holds up a hand, seemingly sensing their approach. "One moment ladies," she says with a slight edge in her voice. <br><br>Meanwhile, back at the counter, the clerk nods to Rey and Clawdia. "The attacks started a couple of days ago. At roughly seven in the evening a group of ten or so zombies emerged from Castle Armanski on the outskirts of town. At first we thought that the local Lord of the castle had roused the dead from their slumber deep in the Armanski mausoleum." <br><br>He shakes his head. "Turns out, he was just as surprised as us to see them and he's been helping us fight them off each night. So far it looks like they're non contagious, a few people have been bitten, but we're not taking any chances."<br><br>Meanwhile, as Jessa wanders the room, she notes a picture of a young man with a spear standing at the top of the infamous staircase leading up to the DWMA.&nbsp; He's smiling, pointing at something in the distance and not looking directly at the camera. Next to it is another photo, this time with a teenage girl jumping onto his back to get away from a disembodied head that is seemingly chasing her. <br><br>The gamer curses in french as the words "Dead End" flash red on her screen. "Freakin lag man," she grumbles. With an expression of irritation, she turns around and sizes up Aria and Eclair. "Yo, 's up?" 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>08-05-2016, 19:03:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Sorry about your game. Lag sucks." Eclair comments. "In any case, we were hoping you might be able to help us put an end to the zombie situation here. Is there anything you can tell us about them?" 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>09-05-2016, 04:37:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Once seated Clawdia quickly grew to want some liquid gold refreshment, even though it was now dark or getting there in this village they had just arrived shortly after breakfast in their perspective, and even though it was relatively early as far as her and the students were concerned it was late in the evening where they currently were, so she felt she should take advantage of this fact.<br><br>"Sasha, would you be a dear and go get me a pint, I'm feeling mischievous today and a bit of alcohol might aid in the mischief."<br><br>"Ma'am we are on an official school mission, does it not seem an unwise example to set for the students, much less for the DWMA's reputation?"<br><br>"Oh phooey on you, if they know the DWMA as well as most people do they know there's plenty of oddballs that work for them, and they won't think anything of it!"<br><br>"Very well madam, I shall return shortly."&nbsp; Sasha made her way over to the barkeep, keeping an eye on the students and their activities. When she reached the counter where the barkeep was she grabbed his attention, "Excuse me sir I'd like a pint of ale."<br><br>The bartender quickly poured a full mug, and handed it to her, Sasha handed him payment and made her way back to the table.<br><br>"Here you are madam, do try not to drink too much at once, we may need to act quickly depending on the circumstances."<br><br>"Oh do try not to be a wet blanket, Sasha.&nbsp; I know full well when I've hit my limit, and I don't need to be reminded."&nbsp; With that she poured a glass and took a drink.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>09-05-2016, 11:24:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rey nodded as the information was given about the attacks and he considered the repercussions of one of the lords being involved.<br><br>"Is there anything else you can remember? Even the smallest detail could be important. Then we can discuss getting rooms for the night."<br><br>Rey hoped for something, some tiny bit of information that could turn the investigation in the proper direction.<br><br>Jessa looked over the pictures she had found and wondered who these DWMA member's on the wall were, and if they were still at the school or even alive.<br><br>"Hey, who are these two? Jessa asked the room."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>09-05-2016, 18:51:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The gamer blows a bubble with the bubblegum she's been chewing before responding. "Yeah, simple. Double Tap." she points her finger like a gun at Eclairs head. "Bang. Bang." She leans back and winks. "Just be careful. I hear the zombies retain some of their abilities they had in life, though they seem to be mad. Like crazy mad, not angry mad, ya know?" <br><br>Meanwhile, the innkeeper contemplates.After a moment, he answers Rey. "Well, defeating them isn't enough to stop them. We've managed to fight them off each time, but they seem to keep coming back, and their injuries seem to heal each night. Also, I think there were more last time. In addition, a lot of people have been talking about this sense of unease in the air. I just attributed it to nervousness about the attacks though." <br><br>He shrugs. "Other than that, I don't know if I can tell you much more. As for renting a room, sadly, all our rooms are booked. Some of the residents who live near the castle have been renting rooms here until the situation resolves."<br><br>At about that point, Sasha returns to Clawdia's table and Jessa asks about the pictures. The man in the suit who had been reading his newspaper notices the instructor and her weapon and heads over to speak with them. Meanwhile, the young couple approach Jessa. "I asked that very question the other day," the husband responds. "Yes, that right there is the young Lord of Armanski Castle. He was a student at the DWMA and only recently returned home after graduating," his wife adds.<br>"The girl in the picture is his weapon partner. And get this! They're engaged," the husband exclaims. The young couple exchange loving glances as the statement conjures up memories of their recent wedding. <br><br>Meanwhile, the man in the suit holds up a wine glass next to the table occupied by Sasha and Clawdia. "Evening ladies, mind if I join you for a moment?" he asks. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>09-05-2016, 22:03:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"They seem crazy? Like how so?" Eclair asks. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>10-05-2016, 02:07:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jessa blushed a bit as her own mind drifted a bit and then nodded to everyone as a thank you before she continued to move around the room looking at things.<br><br>Rey was intrigued by this new information, but disappointed by the news that they had no rooms, then again they just woke up and nightfall was the best time to find the Zombies anyway.<br><br>"Thank you very much for the information."<br><br>Rey took a ten dollar coin from his pocket, it was even in the local currency, and as he turned away to approach Jessa he flipped the coin over his shoulder without looking and with a jingle it landed perfectly in the glass tip jar.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>10-05-2016, 02:29:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Why not at all dear, Sasha here tends to be a wet blanket so it'll be nice to have some more 'vocal' company for a bit!"<br><br>Sasha dismissed Clawdia's remark as it was nothing she wasn't used to once Clawdia got in this kind of mood.&nbsp; So she simply remained aware of the surroundings as Clawdia certainly would not be paying as much attention as she should.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>10-05-2016, 21:41:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The gamer grimaces. "Well it definitely seems like no one is home upstairs, if ya know what I mean. They don't recognize loved ones or friends, and they attack with almost maniacal glee. They laugh like hyenas too.&nbsp; What's worse, it almost seems as if they're a hive mind. If one goes down, the others go apeshit and frenzy after the person that took them down. Frankly I'm glad it's you fighting them and not me. I'll keep my zombie hunts in cyberspace, thank you."<br><br>Meanwhile, the couple don't even notice Jessa depart as they become too wrapped up in looking at each other. At the counter, the clerk marvels at Rey being prepared enough to have a ten dollar coin in the local currency, though he is quite appreciative of the tip. "Thanks, Rey," he remarks as the weapons meets up with his partner.<br><br>At Sasha and Clawdia's table, the man in the business suit smiles and pulls up a chair. "I've found that the vocal ones make better company, but the quiet ones tend to notice things," he comments, taking a sip from his glass. "Edward Savage," he supplies, offering his hand for a hand shake. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>12-05-2016, 02:20:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Clawdia Paws, nice to meet you Mister Savage."&nbsp; She returned the mans handshake.&nbsp; "Yes you are quite right, but silent types are very useful BECAUSE they notice more."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>12-05-2016, 20:55:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair nods. "Please do. Just leave the fighting to us professionals," she declares, patting Kirsch' hilt and Aria's shoulder. A part of her feels a measure of pride at the statement. <br><br>"Anyway, thanks for your time. Good luck with your game," she says, turning toward Ms. Paws' table. To her surprise the man in the suit is chatting with her. Since Jessa had talked with the couple, Rey had talked with the clerk,and she had checked with the gamer, the only person left was the suit. She heads over to join her teacher. <br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>13-05-2016, 12:01:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jessa smiled as Rey joined her then she glanced in the direction of the game.<br><br>"Jessa no..."<br><br>"But..."<br><br>"No, we will end up tearing you away like Velcro."<br><br>"But..."<br><br>"No..."<br><br>"Come ooooon..."<br><br>"No..."<br><br>"Too late..."<br><br>Jessa grinned then headed over to the gameing girl before Rey could stop her and pulled up a chair.<br><br>"Damn it... this isn't going to end well..."<br><br>"So what's the game and the goal?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>13-05-2016, 18:49:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Precisely my thoughts as well," Edward replies. "Speaking of noticing things, it seems that the sense of unease in the air is getting stronger," he remarks. At about that time, he notices Eclair approaching. <br>(Cmpuncle, roll for both characters. Undercover, roll for Eclair. This is a roll to notice something. Add bonuses for heightened awareness)<br>Roll Result: Edward Savage rolled: 1d20, adding 5 to the total<br>Comment: <br>Result: 16, <br>Total: 21<br><br>Meanwhile, the gamer raises an eyebrow. "Its an MMO. World of Witchcraft. You choose a side, DWMA or Witches, and you complete quests and fight monsters aand people on the other side and stuff. Its kinda old, but they launched a new expansion recently. The witches and the DWMA team up to fight a common enemy. Unfortunately this hotel has shitty interwebz, so there's a lot of lag..."<br><br>(digitlNinja, you have a choice. You can roll here or you can use your 17 from before. If you roll, you can save the 17 for future use) <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>13-05-2016, 22:57:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Roll Result: Jessa rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: game related roll<br>Result: 19,<br>Total: 19<br><br>"Ah classic..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>14-05-2016, 00:31:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Roll Result: Eclair rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: <br>Result: 3, <br>Total: 3<br><br>Eclair pulls up a chair and waits quietly for the others to finish up. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>14-05-2016, 01:42:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Roll Result: Clawdia Sasha rolled: 2d20<br>Comment: 1st is for Clawdia second for Sasha<br>Result: 2, 11, <br>Total: 13
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>15-05-2016, 07:49:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Edward sips on his drink. "I expect they'll probably start showing up soon. They usually do."<br>At his remark, Eclair can feel a slight edge to Kirsch' wavelength. A sort of mental, "..."<br>&nbsp;<br>At about that time, Rey gets a distinct impression that his Meister is about to come under attack. Just then, a zombie bursts into the lobby, heading straight for the gamer and Jessa. <br><br>The disturbance grabs Aria's attention. She grabs Eclairs hand. "Switching now!"<br>The light green glow quickly envelopes her as she returns to her tuning fork form. <br><br>Most of the civilians recoil in surprise at the sudden appearance of the zombie. The clerk orders everyone to get to the safety of their rooms. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>16-05-2016, 03:05:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Aww and I was just starting in on my drink....." Clawdia pouted as she&nbsp; stood up, "Well I guess we better get to work Sasha."<br><br>"Yes ma'am!"&nbsp; Sasha quickly reverted to weapon form landing in Clawdia's hands, where Clawdia immediately took a guard stance to assess the situation before attacking.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>16-05-2016, 17:14:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair unsheathes Kirsch and calls out in a clear voice: "you heard the man. Everyone get into your rooms. I'll keep them off of you!"<br>In a more subdued voice, she says, "Aria. Ping the area, try to detect how many zombies are in the area, and approximate their locations." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>16-05-2016, 23:15:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jessa stood up and pushed her chair back out of the way in one motion, turned to look at the Zombie with a blank expression on her face then drew the leg closest to the attacking creature up to her chest and as it approached she twisted and kicked the Zombie in the chest with the force of a shot gun. Jessa slowly recoiled her foot then placed it gently under her body again before turning back to the gamer and handing her a business card.<br><br>"That has my screen name for basically everything on it, friend me on WoW and I'll grind with yah sometime."<br><br>Jessa smiled at the girl as Rey moved to join her and quickly transformed.<br><br>"Time to work." Jessa swung her partner with excitement and headed after the Zombie.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>16-05-2016, 23:55:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The shotgun kick and Eclairs instructions seems to snap everyone out of their shock. The gamer nods and takes Jessa's card pocketing it rather calmly. "Okay. You guys be careful." She hurries off to her room, followed immediately by the young couple who run past. <br>Edward downs the rest of his drink and calmly gets up. "That's my cue to head to safety. Happy hunting, ladies." He stands, placing his hands on his pockets and saunters off to his room. As soon as he's out of earshot, Kirsch speaks up. "Something about that guy rubs me the wrong way. Be careful, Eclair." <br>"I agree. But now's not the time." Aria states. Suddenly, she emits a high pitched "DING" from her tines. After a moment she speaks up. "I'm detecting at least seven possible zombies, maybe more. Four of them are approaching this building with the other three seem to be harassing civilians a short distance from here. Of the armament I could pick out, one seems to be wielding a cleaver. Another had a long stick like object.<br><br>Meanwhile, the zombie Jessa had kicked laboriously rises. "Hehehehahahaha". He takes a shaky step forward, followed by another. Each motion seems to cause his posture to violently shift into another random posture. When he looks up, his eyes are devoid of any emotion, and his grin is spread from ear to ear. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>17-05-2016, 14:18:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Clawdia sees the zombie headed for Jessa, <em>Since the magic in the air is laced with madness I wonder if the zombies are a form of soul resonance....</em>.&nbsp; She lunges towards the zombie and Sasha channels her special wavelength at Clawdia's mental behest.&nbsp; She lands within striking range and attempts a vertical slice from below.<br><br>Roll Result: Clawdia Paws rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: <br>Result: 18, <br>Total: 18
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>17-05-2016, 20:23:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Duly noted. Thanks guys. Alright everyone, Aria detects seven possible hostiles, maybe more. Four of them are approaching the building, while the other three are attacking people a short distance away. I'll handle the ones attacking people," Eclair announces as she rushes to intercept the zombies. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>17-05-2016, 20:41:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Though the zombie takes the hit, the damage is rather minimal. However, when Clawdia's attack connects, the madness seems to fade from the zombies eyes. It shudders for a moment before<br>&nbsp;it crumples to the ground, once more a lifeless corpse. <br><br>Roll Result: Zombie rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: Zombie defense<br>Result: 12, <br>Total: 12<br><br>Meanwhile, as Eclair rushes to intercept the other group, one of the zombies near the building, a woman in tattered clothing, cackles maniacally as it attempts to tackle her. <br><br>Roll Result: Zombie rolled: 1d20, adding 3 to the total<br>Comment: Zombie tackle +3ACV<br>Result: 6, <br>Total: 9<br><br><br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>18-05-2016, 05:09:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Well it would seem my theory was correct, at least in part.&nbsp; You alright Jessa dear?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>19-05-2016, 01:47:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"No worries, Cat Mom! Battle hasn't even started yet!"<br><br>Jessa moved outside of the Inn and began banging Rey against the family shield in hopes of drawing the zombies away from the Inn and toward her as she moved into a more open battle location.<br><br>"Come and get us you rotting insane killer dead people!"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>19-05-2016, 17:24:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair notices the zombie charging in for a tackle so she does the only reasonable thing in this situation. She tries to plunge Kirsch into her, using the added momentum to deal more damage<br><br>Roll Result: Eclair rolled: 1d20, adding 8 to the total<br>Comment: Defending against Zombie +8DCV<br>Result: 12, <br>Total: 20<br><br>Roll Result: Eclair rolled: 1d20, adding 8 to the total<br>Comment: Stabbing Zombie with Kirsch +8ACV<br>Result: 15, <br>Total: 23<br><br>Damage if hit: (4*6)+8 = 32 damage
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>19-05-2016, 17:42:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Kirsch plunges deep into the zombies flesh, Eclairs plan a major success. <br>"Oh grossss! Ugh! I'm gonna need a shower after this," Kirsch complains. "I've got zombie guts all over me!"<br><br>"I don't envy you, Kirsch," Aria remarks. Their brevity is short lived as the zombie starts giggling. "Heeheeheheehehe". With one gnarled hand she grabs Kirsch by the blade and pulls her further inside. With her other, boney hand, she tries to slash Eclair. <br>"Watch out!" Aria shouts.<br><br>Roll Result: Zombie lady rolled: 1d20, adding 3 to the total<br>Comment: Attack<br>Result: 10, <br>Total: 13<br><br>------<br>Meanwhile, the other three zombies raise their heads as one and turn toward Jessa. One of them starts emitting a red aura, the energy wafting off like malevolent steam. The other two charge in, eager to attack their prey. However, one of the zombies loses a leg and ends up impaling himself on his pool cue. While the one armed with a cleaver goes after Jessa, he tries to extricate himself from his weapon. <br><br>Roll Result: Cleaver Zombie rolled: 1d20, adding 4 to the total<br>Comment: Attacking Jessa<br>Result: 8, <br>Total: 12<br><br>Pool cue zombie: epic fail. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>19-05-2016, 17:50:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair is taken completely off guard as the zombie attacks, since she had thought they had beaten her. <br><br>Roll Result: Eclair rolled: 1d20, adding 8 to the total<br>Comment: All of my nope<br>Result: 1, <br>Total: 9
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>20-05-2016, 05:01:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<em>Well, well, well, I definitely made the right choice for entertainment this weekend, I dropped a hint and they didn't even pick up on it cause they're so eager for a fight.&nbsp; I suppose I'll watch them for a while, no need to end the fun prematurely, we'll call it grading observation or something like that.</em>&nbsp; Clawdia calmly made her way outside to keep watch on the students.<br><br>"Ma'am, we really should interfere before they get hurt."<br><br>"Hush Sasha, sometimes hardship is the best teacher, we'll see if any of them decide to heed the hint I gave."&nbsp; At this point they were outside the inn observing the students as they fought.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>20-05-2016, 12:25:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Roll Result: Jessa rolled: 1d20, adding 1 to the total<br>Comment: Shield Defense +1 DCV<br>Result: 19,<br>Total: 20<br><br>"Hey, Cat Mom! what was your theory?" Jessa asked as she easily deflected the Zombies blow with her shield and was going to counter attack but decided instead to jump to a roof top and listen to the prof's answer.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>20-05-2016, 13:56:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<em>Aww, she's sharper then she led me to believe.&nbsp; That's no fun.....</em><br><br>"While I appreciate the sentiment, Jessa, I am not your mom.&nbsp; And as to what my theory was, since I could sense madness interlaced with the magic in the air I surmised that the zombies may be being controlled and/or given life by a sort of soul resonance.&nbsp; Sasha here has a special anti resonance wavelength, so when I sliced the zombie that was coming after you earlier I had Sasha channel her wavelength, effectively severing the resonance around it.&nbsp; And since it seems to have worked we know that it is some sort of resonance, though who its coming from is yet to be determined."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>20-05-2016, 17:08:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Alright, Thanks Cat Mom!"<br><br>Jessa wondered what she would have to do to end these wavelengths, but as far as she knew she couldn't, so she settled for the typical way to end Zombies and jumped toward the Red Aura Zombie since it was separated from the group and slashed for the neck hoping to sever the head.<br><br>"Just hope the body goes down after the head is removed." Jessa remarked.<br><br>Roll Result: Jessa rolled: 1d20, adding 1 to the total<br>Comment: Sever Head +1 ACV<br>Result: 18,<br>Total: 19<br><br>Once the attack finished she leaped back away from all three Zombies.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>20-05-2016, 20:40:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The zombie's bony fingers rake across Eclair, injuring the Meister. The sound of gunfire and dismayed cries erupts from the general direction of the civilians Eclair was trying to reach. <br>Damage: 11 ((2*4)+3)<br>"Are you okay Eclair?!" Kirsch cries.<br><br>Meanwhile, the glowing zombie's head rolls off its shoulders. The body shudders for a moment before shrugging. It then picks up its head by the hair and charges at Jessa. It starts swinging the head like a morning star, apparently intent on using its former body part as a weapon against the Meister. It's intent however, means little as the head comes loose and flies off away from the battle. <br><br>The zombie that had been impaled on his pool cue freezes up midway through pulling out the weapon. Suddenly his limbs go limp and he collapses to the ground as energy flows from him to&nbsp; &nbsp;The third zombie that had attacked Jessa. Suddenly, it too begins to glow red. It once again charges at Jessa, snarling like a rabid dog. With inhuman speed its upon her and lashing out. <br><br>Roll Result: Glowing Zombie1 rolled: 1d20, adding 6 to the total<br>Comment: Attacking Jessa<br>Result: 1, <br>Total: 7<br><br>Roll Result: Glowing Zombie2 rolled: 1d20, adding 6 to the total<br>Comment: Attacking Jessa<br>Result: 20, <br>Total: 26<br>Damage: 12 ((1*6)+6) (assuming it hits)<br>(By the way, Ninja, your ACV and DCV should be 9, not 1. Unless you're intentionally going easy on the zombies. )<br><br>Cmpuncle, do a roll.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>21-05-2016, 04:23:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Roll Result: Clawdia rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: Requested roll<br>Result: 17, <br>Total: 17<br><br><em>I can't tell if she's doing it on purpose, or if she's just incredibly thick.</em><br><br>"Well I suppose while they keep them at bay we'd best find the source of the resonance, here goes."<br><br>Roll Result: Clawdia rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: Rolling for detection of resonance source if requested roll isnt for same.<br>Result: 6, <br>Total: 6
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>21-05-2016, 18:34:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Roll Result: Jessa rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: not likely to work defense (I stand corrected)<br>Result: 20,<br>Total: 20 +1 Lightning Reflexes +9 DCV<br><br>Roll Result: Jessa rolled: 3d7<br>Comment: Lucky 7s<br>Result: 7, 1, 5,<br>Total: 13<br><br>Jessa looks at the cleaver wielding zombie as it approaches and instead of falling back she charges forward and clashes Rey with the cleaver.<br><br>"At this point we are just going to be forever holding these guys off until something stops the person in control, but we can't just let them run rampant ether." Jessa said aloud.<br><br>"Your right, we defend the town till Ms. Paws returns. Are you sure your up for it?" Rey commented.<br><br>"Probably not but as you know we are going to do it anyway, I do have a plan though, might take some time but it will keep the people safe." Jessa nodded.<br><br>Jessa moved forward and attacked the cleaver Zombie, using Rey to aim at his legs.<br><br>Roll Result: Jessa rolled: 1d20, adding 12 to the total<br>Comment: Aimed attack @ Zombie Legs +1 Dead Eye +1 Precise Aim +1 Steady Hands +9 ACV<br>Result: 7,<br>Total: 19<br><br>Roll Result: Jessa rolled: 3d7<br>Comment: Lucky 7s<br>Result: 6, 6, 5,<br>Total: 17
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>22-05-2016, 19:06:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair grits her teeth. "I'll be fine, it's just a scratch." she responds, lashing out at the zombie with a kick from her boot, while simultaneously trying to pull Kirsch out of the zombie. <br><br>She then follows up with a blow to the zombies head with Aria.<br><br>Roll Result: Eclair rolled: 1d20, adding 8 to the total<br>Comment: Disloding Zombie<br>Result: 19, <br>Total: 27<br><br>Roll Result: Eclair rolled: 1d20, adding 8 to the total<br>Comment: Smacking zombie over head with Aria second action<br>Result: 15, <br>Total: 23<br><br>Damage if hit:<br>Removing Kirsch: (4*6)+8 = 32<br><br>Blow to head with Aria: (4*6)+8 = 32
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>24-05-2016, 19:30:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Clawdia suddenly realizes that with the zombies getting more powerful, she can easily pick out the source of the <br>madness controlling them. A spike of magic and madness seems to be coming from the direction of the keep.<br><br>Meanwhile, Kirsch is easily removed from the zombie, and Eclair's follow up with Aria easily removes the zombie from the battle. Upon impact with the zombies head, Aria emits a tone which she then wraps around her Meister as a protective aura of sound. <br><br>Jessa's attack on the cleaver wielder also is met with success as she sweeps it off it's feet with Rey. The damage is significant enough to render one of the zombie's legs useless. <br>However, her victory is short lived as the now headless zombie lurches towards her. It looks as if he is about to strike her when a spear strikes it down from above. A moment later, the young man from the photograph lands next to the impaled zombie and rips the spear out of him. <br><br>He turns his back on the zombie and hoists the spear over one shoulder, he winks and flashes a dashing smile. "Why hello-"<br>An arm reaches out of the spear and punches him on the shoulder. "Hey! We're married now, you can't just go flirting with any girl you see anymore!"&nbsp; his weapon protests.<br><br>"Ow, Ow. Sorry, old habits die hard, Ekatrina," he apologizes." Anyway, I'm Pavel Armanski, former DWMA student, and Lord of the local keep. Good to see we've finally got some backup!"<br><br>Unseen behind him, the zombie slowly begins to rise again. <br><br><br>Roll Result: Cleaver Zombie rolled: 1d20, adding 6 to the total<br>Comment: Defense<br>Result: 8, <br>Total: 14<br><br>Roll Result: Lady Zombie rolled: 1d20, adding 3 to the total<br>Comment: Defense vs. Eclair first<br>Result: 2, <br>Total: 5<br><br>Roll Result: Lady Zombie rolled: 1d20, adding 1 to the total<br>Comment: Defense vs. Eclair second<br>Result: 1, <br>Total: 2<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>25-05-2016, 03:16:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Yeah it would make sense that the source is in that castle, since the zombies are coming from it.&nbsp; Well lets get going Sasha."<br><br>"I am currently in weapon form ma'am, I have no control over how fast we get to our destination."<br><br>"Oh I know dear, I wasn't being that serious."&nbsp; With that the two headed off at top speed for the castle.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>26-05-2016, 23:32:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				As the zombie falls, Eclair wrinkles her nose. "Don't worry. We'll punish whoever disturbed your rest. Let's go girls!"<br>With that she keeps heading toward the endangered civilians. "Aria, do another ping. Lets see what we're dealing with."<br>&nbsp;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>27-05-2016, 02:09:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Hey look... another KiSA!" Jessa exclaimed.<br><br>Rey blushed but then looked quite angry that his title had been so quickly given to another man.<br><br>Jessa suddenly lept at the Lord and his wife slashing at the zombie that was sliding down his spear to get at him.<br><br>"Nice to meet you and your lovely wife, and be careful my partner might get mad about your flirting with me."<br><br>Roll Result: Jessa rolled: 1d20, adding 11 to the total<br>Comment: Aimed attack on headless zombie on pole +1 Precise Aim +1 Steady Hands<br>Result: 11,<br>Total: 22<br><br>Roll Result: Jessa rolled: 3d7<br>Comment: Lucky 7s "so close!"<br>Result: 5, 6, 6,<br>Total: 17
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>30-05-2016, 19:20:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The zombie goes down again, this time for good. <br>"That's what we get for losing our focus," Ekatrina laments. Pavel nervously shakes his head. "Yeah, for sure. What a rookie mistake... Anyway, we've got more important concerns, like protecting the townspeople. Thanks for the help!"<br><br>Meanwhile, Aria emits a tone again, and waits a moment to respond. "Looks like the situation with the townspeople was resolved. I'm guessing the local Lord saved them, as he's currently conversing with Jessa. Sounds like he flirted with her."<br>Kirsch chimes in. "I'm amazed you can hear that far away and distinguish what is being said."<br>"It's a real pain, trust me. But enough about that, it seems Ms. paws is heading to the castle. I'm detecting 3 zombies there, and something else."<br><br>True to Aria's words, when Clawdia arrives at the castle, she finds herself facing three zombies and a person in a hoodie. The zombies hold their position, like guard dogs awaiting orders. The person in the hoodie turns to face Clawdia. He opens his arms and chuckles. "Well Well well. I should have figured the teacher would find us first. Welcome to castle Armanski! How did you like our little demonstration?" <br>Beneath the hoodie, a magical darkness conceals his facial features and his voice 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>30-05-2016, 20:01:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Clawdia came to a stop at the bridge of the castle in front of the man and three zombies.&nbsp; She took in her surroundings analyzing for any advantages it could afford her in the worse case.&nbsp; Unfortunately there appeared to be no real advantageous landmarks around.&nbsp; But that was alright, she always had a trick up her sleeve, that was something she had learned from the Grand Witch many years ago.&nbsp; She let Sasha know what she had in mind via their basic Meister/Weapon resonance.&nbsp; Sasha impressed back that she understood and was ready should the need arise.<br><br>"A little lackluster to be honest, there were quite a few things you could have done better, perhaps you need to rehearse some more before putting on the final show.&nbsp; Though it may seem cliche, I feel I ought to ask who you are, and what your intentions are for causing this chaos?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>31-05-2016, 17:23:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair nods while keeping stride. "Okay. Let's head to the castle then. Also, Aria, I want you to monitor Jessa and the Lord of the castle. If he's really involved in this, she may be in danger."<br>Something about this whole situation reeked to her. <em>I need more information.</em><br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>31-05-2016, 17:49:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Roger that Eclair," Aria replies. Through their shared link, Eclair and Aria can feel something unusual coming from Kirsch. Almost as soon as they're aware of it, it's gone again. <br><br>Meanwhile, the hooded man grins, not that Clawdia could tell. "You would ask a masked man who he is? How amusing," he replies with a chuckle. "Actually you said it yourself, this is a rehearsal. A test tun, if you will. The device within the castle has performed beyond our expectactions. However, if you expect me to spill the beans on our plans, you're about to be disappointed. What I can tell you though is that we are Asterios, and I am a sorcerer affiliated with them."<br>He slowly pulls up his sleeve to reveal a tattoo of a bull's skull with stars sprinkled in the space between the horns. After he's certain Clawdia has had a good look at it, he pulls his sleeve down over his arm. "You have some options. You can walk away and pretend none of this happened, or it can get messy. What'll it be?" <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>01-06-2016, 04:32:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Oh but you've told me plenty already, just from your inadvertent hints I could likely find everything about you, given a little time.&nbsp; After this little incident is resolved of course.&nbsp; As much as I'd like to say I doubt your 'final performance' will take place I assume even if we stop whatever you're using to create these 'zombies', you've already sent any relevant data to your HQ.&nbsp; So I'm sure stopping you here would be nothing but a mosquito bite in your grand scheme.&nbsp; But then I took this mission on to have some entertainment for the weekend, so I would much prefer your so called 'messy' option.&nbsp; Purr, purr, Jungle Raise!"<br><br>Suddenly a seemingly Amazon Jungle raised up out of nowhere in a 2 km radius of Clawdia, even growing out on and under the bridge.&nbsp; With one fluid motion Sasha disengaged her weapon form while Clawdia turned into a Bengal Tiger, and hopped into the canopy, awaiting her chance to strike.&nbsp; Sasha also seemingly disappeared into the underbrush, where she would attempt to sneak around the masked man and zombies to find her way into the castle.<br><br>"I suspect this ought to make your 'messy' all the more fun, for both of us.&nbsp; And don't think you can use MY jungle to escape."&nbsp; Her voice seemed to echo through the trees, making it difficult for most to pinpoint her location.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>02-06-2016, 16:28:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Yes, towns people, must protect!"<br><br>Jessa raised her fist to the air to fight and Rey sighed.<br><br>"My apologies M'lord and Lady, my partner can be quite the excitable adventurer."<br><br>"Hey, I'm not that bad."<br><br>"True but your manners could use some work."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>03-06-2016, 19:26:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Without warning, jungle foliage erupts out of the ground around Eclair who skids to a stop as a tree pops up in front of her. Once her initial surprise wears off, she grabs gold of a dangling vine and rides the tree up till she can safely get off on the rooftop of a building. <br>"Never a dull, moment in this town," she remarks to her weapons. She takes off at a run, leaping from rooftop to rooftop where possible to avoid the growing jungle below. "Kirsch, is something wrong? If something is on your mind, we're here to help." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>03-06-2016, 22:24:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The hooded man cracks his knuckles and begins chanting. "Hyena Hyena, hahaha!" space seems to warp around him in three places. The distortions only last a brief moment or two before taking the shape of three ghostly hyenas. <br>"I've always wanted to pick a fight against a witch," he declares, sinking into a crouch. The air around him starts to shift and move, as if alive. "I'll dance with you kitty cat. Better hope you win before my undead friends find your weapon..."<br>With that, the zombies head into the jungle, looking for Sasha. <br><br>Meanwhile, back near the hotel, Pavel shrugs. "While I appreciate the sentiment, it's alright. Really. It's basically an empty title these days, given to my family cause we have a nice....what the heck!? Where did that jungle come from?!" he exclaims, pointing at where his castle was supposed to be. In its place was a deep jungle. <br>"Ok. Change of plans. One team makes sure the civilians are safe, while the other investigates...THAT." <br><br>As for Eclair, Kirsch hesitates. "We can discuss it later. It's not important to the mission." Both Kirsch and Eclair can feel Aria's raised eyebrow.&nbsp; the high road becomes increasingly more treacherous as the jungle continues to spread through the rooftops. However, as she makes her way toward the castle, she's able to pick out Sasha making her way through the jungle. They both notice a tree against the wall that they can use to get into the castle, but it's guarded by a couple of zombies. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>04-06-2016, 13:43:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jessa looks at Pavel then at the jungle.<br><br>"Oh... well our teacher is a Witch so I assume this is one of her witchy... things... um."<br><br>"Spell."<br><br>"Yeah that!"<br><br>"Which tells me that my partner could use another cup of coffee or some bacon."<br><br>"Mmm Bacon..."<br><br>"My apologies again, it's still early in the morning for her."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>04-06-2016, 17:24:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sasha notices Eclair as well as the tree giving access to the castle, guarded, as would be expected.&nbsp; She makes her way stealthily over to Eclair.<br><br>"Good to see you were able to clear the town so quickly, perhaps if we work together we can eliminate the guards quickly and see about the machine or device that's apparently the cause of the zombies."<br><br><br>Clawdia continues sneaking around in the canopy avoiding the hyenas while every once in a while spouting out a taunt or two.<br><br>"Well you know I've never actually run into a sorcerer myself, but I do tend to feel that witches are the more resourceful.&nbsp; Besides I wouldn't take my jungle lightly, if I were you, as with any jungle it hides it's own dangers."<br><br>Clawdia sensed a boa constrictor in the trees nearby, and using her control of the jungle had it move to surprise the nearest hyena.<br><br>Roll Result: Clawdia Paws rolled: 1d20, adding 5 to the total<br>Comment: roll for snake ambush adding 5 to total due to homefield advantage.<br>Result: 7, <br>Total: 12<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>08-06-2016, 05:52:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair considers suggesting that she could possibly throw Sasha over the wall in weapon form, but decides against it. Who knew how many zombies waited on the inside. Best to work as a team.<br>"Sounds good. I'll go for the one on the left."<br><br>Eclair runs along the branches until she's within range, before leaping toward the zombie on the left. She tries to blast past the zombie and pierce it with Kirsch, pivoting as she lands so she can bash the enemy with a backhand strike using Aria. <br><br>Roll Result: Eclair rolled: 1d20, adding 8 to the total<br>Comment: Attacking with Kirsch and Aria taking negative 1 for dual wield<br>Result: 15, <br>Total: 23<br><br>Damage if connects: 72 (2((4*7)+8))
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>09-06-2016, 03:22:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sasha watches for a minute while Eclair makes her approach, before running straight at the zombie on the right, changing her right hand into her guandao blade and channeling her wavelength into the blade as she made a sweep across the zombie's midsection.<br><br>Roll Result: Sasha rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: Slash on zombie channeling anti resonance wavelength<br>Result: 19, <br>Total: 19
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>09-06-2016, 17:37:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The zombies are caught unawares as Eclair and Sasha make quick work of them. The hyena, on the other hand, proves to be a slippery opponent. It jumps away from the snake, to avoid The attack, the lunges forward to sink its teeth in the snake. The other hyenas begin circling their master, who is searching The treetops and underbrush carefully for signs of Clawdia. The hyenas master chuckles loudly. "So. What's a clever, resourceful witch like yourself doing at the DWMA?" <br><br>Meanwhile, back in town Pavel Frowns. "Your instructor is a witch huh? I'm not sure how I feel about that."<br>Ekatrina speaks up. "Its different than when we were students. That's for sure. In any case, we'll treat your partner to some coffee once all this is over. In the meantime, we should get a move on. We need to end this zombie threat for good, or else they'll just come back tomorrow night." <br><br>Roll Result: Left Zombie rolled: 1d20, adding 4 to the total<br>Comment: <br>Result: 8, <br>Total: 12<br><br>Roll Result: Right Zombie rolled: 1d20, adding 4 to the total<br>Comment: <br>Result: 12, <br>Total: 16<br><br>Roll Result: Hyena rolled: 1d20, adding 3 to the total<br>Comment: <br>Result: 11, <br>Total: 14<br><br>Hyena counter:<br>Roll Result: Hyena rolled: 1d20, adding 3 to the total<br>Comment: Counterattack<br>Result: 10, <br>Total: 13
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>11-06-2016, 05:45:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Nothing for the time being, and even if I had something planned who says I would tell you what that was?&nbsp; Your little pets are quite nimble, but can they find me before my special little weapon disables your precious machine?"<br><br>Clawdia started mixing her magic with her control of the jungle using vines to create masses of growth throughout the trees then disguising them to look like her.<br><br>Sasha meanwhile jumps in the tree, making her way to the window of the castle, where she checks the immediate interior while waiting for Eclair to join her.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>13-06-2016, 01:43:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair follows Sasha up the tree, leaping form branch to branch to quickly ascend. "So far so good. Aria, ping the interior, let's get an idea of what we're facing in there."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>14-06-2016, 01:57:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Aria appears in the gem on her hilt. "Sorry, but It won't do much good out here. The walls are too thick." <br><br>"Wonderful. So our only choice is to enter and hope we're not ambushed? This has trap written all over it," Kirsch remarks. "The guy who lives here, he used to be in the DWMA right? I find it a bit hard to believe That the enemy could set up something in his home and keep it hidden."<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>14-06-2016, 03:47:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Well it is a castle, there could be hidden passageways that not even the owner would necessarily know about. Likely the 'device' we're looking for is in one of those, unless the owner did have something to do with it then it very well could still be in a hidden passageway or just in a room that isn't used for public appearances.&nbsp; For now I suggest we check the lord's bedroom as there may be a map of the building either there or in his study."&nbsp; She hopped down from the window and began heading towards what should be the main hall.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>14-06-2016, 13:15:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jessa paused for a moment and wondered how to proceed.<br><br>"So should we head for the castle and try to stop the threat, or should we head to the villagers and take a defensive action against any Zombies?"<br><br>"I think one team should form a defensive perimeter around the location where the villagers are staying and the others should head to the castle to back up the team trying to stop the attack. What say you M'Lord and Lady?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>16-06-2016, 19:08:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair quietly hops down after Sasha and follows along. She closes her eyes for a moment and attunes her eyes to see soul wavelengths. "Sounds like a plan. As for Lord Armanski, if he causes any trouble he'll have to deal with the otaku queen and her loyal knight." <br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>16-06-2016, 23:25:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Pavel nods. "As much as I'd like to help with whatever's going on at my home, the people of this town are far more important. I'll see to the defense of the city, you two head to the -"<br><br>Suddenly a golem bursts through the wall of a building. It slowly turns its head toward the group before emitting a sound like metal scraping on metal. <br>"Wasn't he supposed to be protecting the civilians," Ekatrina asks.<br>In response the golem picks up a concrete block and tosses it at Pavel and his weapon, but the Meister effortlessly dodges it. <br>"Well he seems to be malfunctioning! Jessa, get a move on, we've got things here!"<br><br>Meanwhile, the hooded sorcerer shrugs. "How unfortunate. I doubt you'll be able to satisfy the apetite for destruction and mischief that plagues all of us magic wielders working with the DWMA. But hey, to each their own, right? Hyena Hyena, hahaha!"<br>One of his hyenas surges forward and attacks one of the fake Clawdia's. <br><br>Sasha and Eclair soon find the door to the main hall. Just beyond it, in the main foyer they see a maid moving dusting a suit of armor. Her back is to them, so she doesn't immediately see the pair.<br><br>GM note: to sneak up on her, or to move out of the hall unnoticed will require a stealth roll. 15 to sneak up, 17 to sneak past. <br><br><br>&nbsp;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>17-06-2016, 05:19:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Oh too bad dear, that wasn't me.&nbsp; And who's to say I can't satisfy my like of mischief with the DWMA, after all I am having quite a bit of fun playing with you."&nbsp; Clawdia sends a snake to scout out where the wizard is, while she has another one go for one of the hyenas.<br><br>Roll Result: Clawdia rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: Snake attack on hyena adding 5 to total due to jungle aptitude.<br>Result: 18, <br>Total: 18<br>(Oh whoops didn't add the five, so 23)<br><br>Sasha determines the best course of action is to knock the maid out just to be safe.<br><br>Roll Result: Sasha rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: sneak up to and knock out maid.<br>Result: 19, <br>Total: 19<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>20-06-2016, 12:32:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jessa watched as a massive Golem suddenly emerged from the castle and was told to go help the others she sighed as she turned away from the Golem and Rey shook his head.<br><br>"You wanted to fight the Golem didn't you?"<br><br>"Yep."<br><br>"But your going to help everyone else instead because it's the right thing to do even though you think it's cooler to fight a giant Golem?"<br><br>"Uh huh..."<br><br>"Good girl, let's go!"<br><br>With that Jessa leaped upward from building to building sprinting and jumping her way to assist the others.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>22-06-2016, 07:47:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair tenses up as sticks to the shadows, ready to assist if needed. She would have preferred to not harm the maid, but it was too late to do much about it now. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>22-06-2016, 23:13:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Roll Result: Sasha rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: knock out blow<br>Result: 7, <br>Total: 7
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>27-06-2016, 21:30:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The maid lets out a pained, "oh..." before collapsing onto the suit of armor she had been cleaning, making a ton of noise. Aria quickly tries to muffle The noise using her abilities, but accidentally amplifies it. The racket echoes down the hall into the rest of the castle. <br>"Oh crap!" she exclaims, visibly cringing in her gem, "I'm so sorry!"<br><br><br>Meanwhile, the snake lunges through the hyena which seemingly evaporates into thin air. The sorcerer cackles gleefully. "Hehehehe. You're not the only one who likes to play with their prey, hehehe."<br><br>He mutters something under his breath and touches the ground with one of his hands. A dark purplish energy emanates outward, seemingly scanning the forest. <br><br>As Jessa and Rey depart, the sounds of battle behind them seem to grow fainter and fainter the deeper they head into the jungle. Not long afterward they reach the spot where Clawdia is battling it out with the sorcerer. The jungle foliage makes it difficult to find their teacher and her opponent. Suddenly, the sorcerers spell washes over the pair, but has no effect on them thanks to Rey's wavelength. <br><br>Roll Result: Sorcerer rolled: 1d20, adding 6 to the total<br>Comment: Scanning jungle with wave of madness vs. Clawdia and Jesse. <br>Result: 2, <br>Total: 8<br>GM note: opposed roll. Add bonus from your jungle cmpuncle. If you win, your snake finds him first. If he rolls higher, he finds you first and you suffer the effects of the spell. <br><br><br>Roll Result: Aria rolled: 1d20, adding 6 to the total<br>First Target Number: 15<br>Comment: Muffling noise<br>Result: 1<br>Total: 7
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>28-06-2016, 03:08:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sasha places her head in her hand in annoyance, "Well that didn't go very well.&nbsp; Don't worry, weapon, I got sloppy, it's my fault.&nbsp; Anyway let's see about that bedroom."&nbsp; She motions Eclair over while she ensures the maid is&nbsp; propped safely against the wall.<br><br>Roll Result: Clawdia rolled: 1d20, adding 5 to the total<br>Comment: Snake search adding 5 to roll<br>Result: 7, <br>Total: 12<br><br>"Oh I'm sorry darling, but it's too late for you."&nbsp; Clawdia let's out a loud growl that echoes through the jungle as she pounces out of the canopy and sprints at full speed to where her snake has found the sorcerer, moving quickly into a lunge aiming to get her teeth around his neck.<br><br>Roll Result: Clawdia rolled: 1d20, adding 5 to the total<br>Comment: Lunge attack in tiger form<br>Result: 20, <br>Total: 25<br><br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>28-06-2016, 14:06:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jessa felt a wave of something dark surround her but only seconds later she felt a cool wave wash over her starting from the hand holding Rey and flowing through her whole body, making her smile.<br><br>"Gotta love that Lady of the Lake, one day I gotta meet her. Anyway Thank you KiSA, so do you think we can follow the madness back to it's source, or should we just wait for them to come to us?"<br><br>"Hmm, that's a good question, and you are very welcome. I actually have an idea, let's see if he follows the trail back to us."<br><br>Jessa nods and prepares herself and the area for battle, setting up five traps in the location she is in then moving to the center of the area and sitting down to play her 3DS while she waits.<br><br>Roll Result: Jessa Rey rolled: 1d20<br>Comment: Trap preperation 1-4 equils 1 succesful trap 20 equals all 5 traps successful.<br>Result: 1,<br>Total: 1<br><br>After five unsuccessful attempts to make traps she ended up giving up but she had no time to clean up the various triggers and hoped they could be used to her advantage.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>05-07-2016, 17:47:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"These things happen. Can't change the past, so might as well push forward," Eclair replies to Aria and Sasha, giving Aria's handle a reassuring squeeze as she makes her way over. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>13-07-2016, 08:56:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Thanks Eclair. Oh no! Someone heard the commotion, I detect one, no two people approaching," Aria whispers. "They're coming from where we were heading!"<br><br>Meanwhile, the sorcerer is too slow to react, giving Clawdia a devastating opening. Clawdias fangs easily find their mark in his neck. His body convulses in shock for a moment, before he wheezes out a chuckle. "I...misjudged you." He coughs up a little blood. "I had hoped...that this decoy...would have bought...more...time..." His body rattles off one last wheezing chuckle before melting into a black pool of liquid. <br><br>At about that time, Jessa notices a couple of zombies accompanied by a rather large man in a stained white muscle shirt moving through the jungle. Even from a distance, it's apparent the man has arms at least twice as big, if not more, than an average humans. None of the trio seem to have noticed her yet.<br><br>Roll Result: Sorcerer rolled: 1d20, adding 6 to the total<br>Comment: Defense roll<br>Result: 15, <br>Total: 21<br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>14-07-2016, 02:17:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The black liquid that the sorcerer changed into surprised Clawdia, it also tasted very disgusting, she spent a good two minutes making sure all of it got out of her mouth.<br><br>"That's why you should never underestimate a witch who can bring her home field with her.&nbsp; Now I'm not too worried about dear Sasha, she knows what needs to be done and I know she'll get it done.&nbsp; Perhaps I should find dear Jessa and Rey."<br><br>She focused on the life flowing through the jungle, and was able to make out three fuzzy beings with two others nearby.&nbsp; She guessed that the two were Jessa and Rey, and began making her way towards them, planning to wait just outside of range to see how the two would handle the other three lifeforms.<br><br>Meanwhile Sasha perked up at the mention of people incoming.<br><br>"Well that figures, I certainly made a loud enough racket.&nbsp; Eclair!&nbsp; The two of you hide quickly."&nbsp; Sasha quickly took stock of what she had with her, she remembered that Clawdia had not had a chance to eat her dinner from the night before yet, and that part of that dinner had been a bowl of soup.&nbsp; If she placed the maid right and poured the soup&nbsp; nearby just so, she might be able to convince the people coming that the maid had simply tripped while carrying some soup.&nbsp; She quickly positioned the maids body so it would look like she had tripped, and poured a little soup a few feet away from her, then dumped the rest as well as the bowl on the ground a few more feet away.&nbsp; She then quickly turned into her weapon form and placed herself in the hands of one of the suits of armor nearby.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DigitLninja</strong> on <strong>14-07-2016, 12:44:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jessa looked up from her game just in time to see two Zombies and a guy with arms bigger than the rest of him, she stood up and closed her game putting it in her back pocket, then she waved at them.<br><br>"Hey guys! over here! Nice to meet yah! I'm Jessa, this is my partner Rey, he's a sword... which isn't weird at all... anyway it's nice to meet you."<br><br>As one or more of them began to approach Jessa motioned for them to stop.<br><br>"Careful now, before you arrived I set up a whole bunch of traps in the brush and now... I can't remember where they all are, silly me. So you should walk really carefully."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>19-07-2016, 19:16:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				While Sasha sets up the scene, Eclair places Kirsch in the hands of a suit of armor. A rapier would look a lot more natural than a tuning fork after all. "Keep an eye out for me, okay," she whispers to her partner. Afterwards she ducks into a room with her other partner. "I hope this works, Aria." <br>&nbsp;
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>23-07-2016, 05:37:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Clawdia arrives, in time to hear Jessa mention the traps she set up.<br><br><em>Well minus points for forgetting where her traps were, but we'll have to see what she makes of it.&nbsp; I'm so glad I decided to put this together, so far it's exceeded my expectations.</em><br><br>She landed up on a good sturdy branch nearby and laid down, tail twitching with eyes keenly focused on the events unfolding before her.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Saikotsu</strong> on <strong>06-08-2016, 06:57:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The large man stops where he is and looks around for the traps. While the zombies keep approaching. In a gravelly, deep voice he replies "Thanks for the warning. Your partner is a sword huh? You with the DWMA?"<br><br>Meanwhile, a butler rushes over to his unconscious co-worker. He shakes his head and sighs. "Lucinda you klutz. Now isn't the time for soup. The young master told us to seek shelter," he remarks, kneeling down at her side. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Undercov3rL0ver</strong> on <strong>06-08-2016, 07:24:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Eclair waits silently, hoping that the butler outside doesn't come into the room she's hiding in. She takes a moment to survey her surroundings, looking for anything useful or clues as to what's going on. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Resonance of the Soul (IC)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>cmpuncle</strong> on <strong>13-08-2016, 02:24:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sasha remained perfectly still in the hands of the armor, waiting for the butler to clear the area for them.<br><br><em>Just don't panic and think quickly as needed Eclair.</em><br><br>Clawdia remains in her branch on the edge of Jessa's trap zone, keeping a watchful eye on the situation, her tail switching every once in a while.
			</dd>
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