// And it's our time now if you want it to be //
"I didn't realize how cool the desert could get," Koa murmurs to Zavien as they walk through the pre-dawn chill, the grey light casting long shadows ahead of them. The clear sky promises a radiant dawn, but they've sill got some time before the sun appears, time Koa intends to take advantage of to better avoid the crippling summer heat. He reaches up to run fingers through Pipsqueak's fur, relishing the warmth of her body on his neck. Both are on high alert, two sets of eyes scanning each horizon for any sign of their prey.
The team he's assembled is one he trusts implicitly... or, well, most of them are. Zavien, of course, has become one of Koa's best friends and most trusted comrades; he glances at the other man, head jerking in a nod as their eyes briefly meet. And as mercurial as she may be, Melita is as fine a fighter as Koa has ever known, the Honeybee having earned his respect long before they became friends.
And then there's Astaroth. A wild card, the Ancient is nonetheless highly recommended, and had proven himself to Koa in their last shared fight. Plus even if he had any lingering misgivings, it's too late to switch the party out now: he has to trust the crew he's assembled, 'cus it's the one he's got.
They've stopped at an outcropping of stone, taking advantage of the protection it offers to do final checks on their gear. "Okay. Everyone set?" Koa asks as he tightens his bracers over his wraps, adjusting his rings and scale shirt and glancing over his team, his hand raised to shield his eyes as he cranes his neck to spot Mel in her ship. "Pip, scout ahead. Stay high, and if you see anything dangerous you come right back, okay?" He brushes a finger over the wyrm's nose, a silent warning for her to keep herself safe sent down the bond before she takes off high into the cloudless sky. "Remember, we play it safe and smart. Don't rush in. Support each other. Communicate. If you're hurt, back off to the Firecracker to heal. Let's show these fuckers the mistakes they've made, thinking they could take over our continent."
KQ to cleanse the Void from Hak Etme! The participants areKoa, Zavien, Melita, and Astaroth. It's a bit before dawn, so not too hot yet.
Pipsqueak is scouting ahead. She's staying high to avoid being in range of anything on the ground, and will retreat if she spots anything sus in the air.
Items
Type: Light | Style: Offensive | Level: Basic
Static Electricity | A ring that when worn adds lightning damage to whatever item is held in that hand (or to an unarmed strike).
Type: Grey | Style: Defensive | Level: Basic
Mothman Scale Shirt | A soft, lightweight shirt made from the scales of a slain mothman. Blocks Physical damage and downgrades incoming Upgraded dark magic to Basic level. Can be used 1x per thread.
Type: Grey | Style: Other | Level: Upgraded
Taijitu Boxing Wraps | When landing an attack on an enemy (via an unarmed strike), may EITHER cause Upgraded Damage to the enemy, OR may give Upgraded Healing to the user.
Type: Grey | Style: Defensive | Level: Mastered
Starlit Bracers | Bracers that when activated extend the movement of the user's hand to 15ft total. Includes effects from items/weapons.
Type: Dark | Style: Offensive | Level: Mastered
Gravitine Band | A ring made out of dark starlight that inflicts gravity damage on a successful hit.
Regional Score bonus: +1 in all shrine visits, drops, PQ+s, KQs, etc. (You must post this at the bottom of any post where a +1 should be included). Residents cannot be cursed at shrines in this region.
The team he's assembled is one he trusts implicitly... or, well, most of them are. Zavien, of course, has become one of Koa's best friends and most trusted comrades; he glances at the other man, head jerking in a nod as their eyes briefly meet. And as mercurial as she may be, Melita is as fine a fighter as Koa has ever known, the Honeybee having earned his respect long before they became friends.
And then there's Astaroth. A wild card, the Ancient is nonetheless highly recommended, and had proven himself to Koa in their last shared fight. Plus even if he had any lingering misgivings, it's too late to switch the party out now: he has to trust the crew he's assembled, 'cus it's the one he's got.
They've stopped at an outcropping of stone, taking advantage of the protection it offers to do final checks on their gear. "Okay. Everyone set?" Koa asks as he tightens his bracers over his wraps, adjusting his rings and scale shirt and glancing over his team, his hand raised to shield his eyes as he cranes his neck to spot Mel in her ship. "Pip, scout ahead. Stay high, and if you see anything dangerous you come right back, okay?" He brushes a finger over the wyrm's nose, a silent warning for her to keep herself safe sent down the bond before she takes off high into the cloudless sky. "Remember, we play it safe and smart. Don't rush in. Support each other. Communicate. If you're hurt, back off to the Firecracker to heal. Let's show these fuckers the mistakes they've made, thinking they could take over our continent."
KQ to cleanse the Void from Hak Etme! The participants are
Pipsqueak is scouting ahead. She's staying high to avoid being in range of anything on the ground, and will retreat if she spots anything sus in the air.
Items
Type: Light | Style: Offensive | Level: Basic
Static Electricity | A ring that when worn adds lightning damage to whatever item is held in that hand (or to an unarmed strike).
Type: Grey | Style: Defensive | Level: Basic
Mothman Scale Shirt | A soft, lightweight shirt made from the scales of a slain mothman. Blocks Physical damage and downgrades incoming Upgraded dark magic to Basic level. Can be used 1x per thread.
Type: Grey | Style: Other | Level: Upgraded
Taijitu Boxing Wraps | When landing an attack on an enemy (via an unarmed strike), may EITHER cause Upgraded Damage to the enemy, OR may give Upgraded Healing to the user.
Type: Grey | Style: Defensive | Level: Mastered
Starlit Bracers | Bracers that when activated extend the movement of the user's hand to 15ft total. Includes effects from items/weapons.
Type: Dark | Style: Offensive | Level: Mastered
Gravitine Band | A ring made out of dark starlight that inflicts gravity damage on a successful hit.
Regional Score bonus: +1 in all shrine visits, drops, PQ+s, KQs, etc. (You must post this at the bottom of any post where a +1 should be included). Residents cannot be cursed at shrines in this region.
Koa
// Maul the world like a carnival bear set free //
