Log started: 5/22/02 8:10:01 PM $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ IC News $$$$$$$$$$$$ Message: 9/21 Posted Author BattleBots! Wed May 22 News Report ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hiya folks! Exciting news from the world of battlebots today, as the two most recognized faces in the world squared off in robot-fighting action! But... not with each other! In the venerable Rupp Arena in Lex/Lou/Cin, Kentucky, Mega Man's Nuts'n'Bolts faced down GNN's own DeathCam 5000, piloted by me, Plum! It was a fierce match... but I managed to defeat him! I was cleaning up after the battle... and I think I got a date with Mega Man! Huh? Oh, yeah, we're live. Anyway... In the Sheol Pit early this morning, Bass, the Robot Master warrior, faced off against civilian entrant Gale Sorceror... the Treble II versus the Black Mage... and lost. Tartarus authorities are currently examining the possibility of the match being fixed, but Battle and Chase officials have already given the go-ahead for the Black Mage to move on to the next round. In other news, Magnifier Quintesson, the Judge of the Bass/Sorceror match, has announced his withdrawal from further competition and his intent to retire to an unknown location. Best of luck, Quintesson... you're gonna need it. And now, these messages. $$$$$$$$$ $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ IC News $$$$$$$$$$$$ Message: 9/22 Posted Author Commercial time! Wed May 22 News Report ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The scene opens up on a shot of the UN assembly, focusing on one senator, whose name and locale placard has been hidden from view. It switches to a shot of the podium down in front, where Deirdre Garneau is busy ranting, raving, and waving her arm wildly. The sound is nearly muted, but there is a voiceover. "Careful there, tiger," it says, its voice smooth and steady. "Don't say the wrong thing, or the wicked witch of the great white north will tear you a new one." Different shots of our senator follow, various shots from the side, from head on. We see him looking bored, we see him glancing left and right, and he always keeps one hand beneath the table in front of him. "But you're cool under pressure. You know that if you keep your head down, she won't even look at you. Sure, they pay you to come here and make a stand for what you believe in- but you don't believe in getting reamed by someone like her." The camera pans to a shot of Deirdre, looking towards our senator and shouting something. He shakes his head, raising one hand defensively, and Deirdre goes back to ranting and raving, ignoring him. Smiling, he raises the hand he kept under the desk, revealing a glass beer bottle, from which he sneaks a slow pull, before hiding again. "Smooth move, my friend. Just the kind of social dexterity you find, when you're living... the High Life." $$$$$$$$$ $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ IC News $$$$$$$$$$$$ Message: 9/23 Posted Author Underworld rumor Wed May 22 News Report ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (Not a news item per se, but rumors going around in the criminal underworld...) Item: It looks like mercenary Dynamo has gone back under contract in China, working under contract for a regional warlord named Quon Lung, eliminating his new boss' enemies. The killings don't look like Dynamo's typical work, however: what's left behind has often been tortured or mutilated before death occured, more like the work of someone who truly enjoys violence rather than simply killing for contract. The rumors suggest that someone's either impersonating the mercenary, or that Dynamo's actually gone sadist... $$$$$$$$$ European Russia In the last 20th Century, Western Russia was riddled with internal civil war and other governmental problems. People were forced to abandon their cold, struggling farm lifestyles and move to the few cities that were prospering in order to survive. Now, in the 23rd Century Moscow is one of the planet's most heavily populated cities. Where its farms once lay, winding highways and structures fill the void. Most of the land not covered by urbanization is landfill or frozen tundra. Aside from the cities, Russia isn't the most enjoyable habitat. Sewa [Nekomimi] [M] Avenger Draconian [Sword_drawn] [M] Pallbearer [Pall] [RF] Scorpio [Scorpio] [Scorpio] [SD] Fencing Object Toad Man's Snow Cave Moscow Obvious exits: West leads to Finland. West leads to Poland. West leads to Baltic States. Sea leads to Black Sea. South leads to Caucausus Mountains. East leads to Ural Mountains. Up leads to Sky Above Russia. [OOC] Scorpio says, "After both of you pose, do it at the same time. Easier on my eyes." [OOC] Pallbearer nodnods, righto. Avenger Draconian returns Pallbearer's salute, probably not in the prim and proper manner, but it's a salute at least. He takes a similar stance as Pallbearer, really just imitating him as he seems to know his stuff. Yeah, he could be better prepared for this. He backs away a little at his opponent's first move, already noticing having a smaller opponent could be a bit of a disadvantage. He smirks at the remark, attempting to look more confident than he is. "Why do you say that, Duelist-san?", he enquires in an oriental accent, and performs a quick jab at his opponent's chest area as his own opening testing move, backing away again rather quickly. [OOC] Pallbearer says, "Fenceroll now?" [OOC] Scorpio says, "Sure." Pallbearer fences 212 Avenger Draconian fences 192 Judge Lightning Pika hrms. "Point, Mummy." Sword Man arrives from the Moscow - Southern Outskirts. Sword Man has arrived. [OOC] Sword Man runs in late, Sakura Style...just without the fuku. [OOC] Kain whoots. :) [OOC] Sword Man says, "So we up, or is there another match?" Pallbearer flicks his saber slightly, stepping back a bit. One point, at least. "No reason." the apparent german reploid says. "I've been wondering what's been happening in the fatherland lately." Keep him on his toes, doctor, just don't let him too close....Pall suddenly hops closer to avenger, hoping to catch him off-guard as he aims a stab at the maverick's chest from the side. [OOC] Kain says, "Probably after this one.." [OOC] Sword Man says, "Hrm....." [OOC] Kain says, "BBL. *grumbles*" Avenger Draconian replies merely with, "I see...". He wouldn't really know, either. He's not exactly been in the "fatherland" much. But the mention did distract him a little, and he doesn't see the move coming as fast as he could have, had he been fully paying attention. All he can do is try to quickly back off and take advantage of the fact that his opponent's stomach is now open for a counterattack. $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ IC News $$$$$$$$$$$$ Message: 9/24 Posted Author AP Update - China Wed May 22 News Report ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Communist Dictator and Chinese Warlord Quan Lung was found dead late today, following rumors that the mercenary Dynamo was working for him. The remains of the warlord were found pinned to the Great Wall of China, held to the ancient monument's surface by red-violet beam daggers of unknown origin. No less than ten of these weapons were confiscated by UN Peacekeepers in the Great Wall area. Also of note, a message was scrawled on the wall, in what appeared to be blood. Forensic pathologists have not yet positively identified it as Lung's, but it seems more than likely. While we cannot show images of this message, we can report what it said. Ahem. "We are not -censored- amused." $$$$$$$$$ [Radio: (C) Global] Number Man transmits, "Great. A lesson. Such a cute thing. I wonder if people will learn anything except that you make Duo look like a sane an adjusted citizen, you bipolar *&^$." Sword Man walks in from the city, his traveling clothing covering his body as he treks through the Russian fields. Finally, he has reached the arena. In short order, he throws off his clothing, sending them into subspace, revealing his usual armoring. He pulls out a foil from a scabbard at his side, and quickly swings it around into a ready position. Now all he needs to do is wait for his opponent. (repose) [Radio: (C) Global] Dynamo transmits, "This coming from an ex-computer who thought possessing Robot Masters the height of humor." [Radio: (C) Global] Number Man transmits, "Hey, can you think of anything better to do with them beyond conquering the world and going for a Vaudeville show?" [Radio: (C) Global] Dynamo transmits, "Oh, I can think of a few things..." $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ IC News $$$$$$$$$$$$ Message: 9/25 Posted Author Earth Institute of Technology Anno Wed May 22 News Report ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In a startling move today Earth Institute of Technology, one of the largest MegaCorps in existance only behind Khan Industries, has announced that they will be moving their main corporate offices from New York City to the San Angeles with the recent increase in violence in major cities. When CEO, Schism Sabertooth was asked about the move he commented, "While New York has always been good to us, it has become quite costly to endure the attacks of the Mavericks and Masters as well as collateral damage from defenders as well. We hope through moving to San Angeles that our offices can be protected by the neutrality all sides recognize so that we may further expand and grow in the years to come." $$$$$$$$$ $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ IC News $$$$$$$$$$$$ Message: 9/22 Posted Author Commercial time! Wed May 22 News Report ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The scene opens up on a shot of the UN assembly, focusing on one senator, whose name and locale placard has been hidden from view. It switches to a shot of the podium down in front, where Deirdre Garneau is busy ranting, raving, and waving her arm wildly. The sound is nearly muted, but there is a voiceover. "Careful there, tiger," it says, its voice smooth and steady. "Don't say the wrong thing, or the wicked witch of the great white north will tear you a new one." Different shots of our senator follow, various shots from the side, from head on. We see him looking bored, we see him glancing left and right, and he always keeps one hand beneath the table in front of him. "But you're cool under pressure. You know that if you keep your head down, she won't even look at you. Sure, they pay you to come here and make a stand for what you believe in- but you don't believe in getting reamed by someone like her." The camera pans to a shot of Deirdre, looking towards our senator and shouting something. He shakes his head, raising one hand defensively, and Deirdre goes back to ranting and raving, ignoring him. Smiling, he raises the hand he kept under the desk, revealing a glass beer bottle, from which he sneaks a slow pull, before hiding again. "Smooth move, my friend. Just the kind of social dexterity you find, when you're living... the High Life." $$$$$$$$$ Denebola has arrived. [OOC] Sword Man waves to Ebola! Dr Nick says, "Hi everybody!!!" [OOC] Pallbearer says, "Hi Dr. Nick!" You say, "Hi Dr. Nick!" [OOC] Sword Man Facefaults.... [OOC] Denebola applauds Pallbearer and Kain. Sword Man walks in from the city, his traveling clothing covering his body as he treks through the Russian fields. Finally, he has reached the arena. In short order, he throws off his clothing, sending them into subspace, revealing his usual armoring. He pulls out a foil from a scabbard at his side, and quickly swings it around into a ready position. Now all he needs to do is wait for his opponent. (repose again) [OOC] Ring Redwing says, "The doctor is in!" Pallbearer has disconnected. [OOC] Denebola says, "Kain vs Sword, no?" Kain arrives driving the Blue Dragons' Harley. He is in Civs, but the face should be notable to Sword Man -- Considering the two have met several times over the past three months. The Harley halts outside the Fencing Arena, and K strides in with a Fencing Blade, NOT the Yang Cipher in hand. [OOC] Kain says, "Yup." Kain transforms to Kain. Your desc has been changed to 'Kain'. Sword Man has stared at you! Huzzah! Tribunal Tengu looks around, before clearing his throat. "Attention... the next match, will be between Kain...and Sword Man. If you two will report to the arena, we'll get things started." Nodding towards each as they approach the arena respectively, he motions to the entrances. "If you'll enter the field, we will begin shortly. I belive you know the rules well enough?" questions Tengu. Kain nods at the judge of this match as he strides forth, "I do," is all the leader of the Striders in Blue states. Kain nods to Sword respectfully. Sword Man takes his place on the fencing strip. He keeps his back faced toward the main strip, quickly taking a few practice swipes and stabs with his foil. After all, he's still more used to his Wily-Given blade then an external one. However, he can make due. He turns toward the main strip, and lays eyes upon his opponent. The clothing may not be recognizable, but the face, mainly the driving eyes of gray, give his identity away. He nods knowingly at the Strider, no words exchanged between them. As the referee addresses the two, he nods. "Aye. I have been made aware of the stipulations." Tribunal Tengu nods. "Then with out further adieu.... Begin!" he cries, before stepping off to the side of the field, with the other judges. [OOC] Sword Man says, "Roll now, right?" [OOC] Denebola says, "Yep." Sword Man fences 180 Sword Man nods toward his foe as he toes up to the line. "En Guarde," he says curtly. He holds his main blade behind his back, keeping it from interfering too much with the match at hand. He keeps his foil outstretched toward Kain carefully analyzing his stance. Quickly, he tries to tap at his foe's blade, hoping to instigate a strike, leaving him off guard for the real strike to come. Kain fences 154 Sewa has left. Sewa has arrived. [OOC] Sewa returns from OOCness. Kain wearily watches Sword come at him, and swats the first strike aside... Mistake. Sword Man lunges in and pushes Kain foil off to the side and plants the blade for a point. //*That was a mistake a Trainee would make...*// [OOC] Kain says, "Another fenceroll?" Sword Man grins, Kain almost following his lead perfectly. As his lunge hits home, he nods, taking his place back up on the line, waiting for the judge to start the next round. [OOC] Sword Man was waiting for a judge to call the point, buuuuut.... [OOC] Denebola says, "Naw. Keep going." [OOC] Ring Redwing says, "He's busy in the team combat tournament. :D" [OOC] Sword Man says, "Oh yeah, Archer. Forgot." Sword Man fences 171 Kain fences 127 [OOC] Sword Man gestures toward Kain. Your pose. Kain waits for the gong for the 2nd round... and once it sounds hemakes his way to Sword. //*If I can fake him out...*// He telepaths going for a lunge... while getting ready to do a slash to get Sword's foil away from Sword. [OOC] Sword Man says, "Telegraphs, you mean?" [OOC] Kain says, "Yeah." [OOC] Kain is not Prof. X, TYVM. :o [OOC] Sword Man imagines Sarah as Jean, now, and Matic and Magneto. ;P Sword Man does, indeed, fall for the feint. However, he manages to recover well, getting his foil under Kain's own blade right near the hilt, keeping if from scoring the strike. Quickly, he tries to snap the blade around and force it down and away, while still trying to score the point, striking at Kain's chest with the covered point of his foil. [OOC] Kain says, "That leaves Derek to be Gambit, Shaun could be Cyclops... Dunno about Yosho, tho. o.o" [OOC] Denebola says, "Ew." [OOC] Denebola says, "That'd mean things about Shaun and Sarah I'd rather not consider." [OOC] Denebola says, "Sarah's Jubilee." [OOC] Sword Man says, "Hrm...would Mai be the White Queen then?" [OOC] Sword Man says, "ANd yeah, I know Miss Frost technically "good" now." Kain does not panic, an paniced Strider is one that is easily defeated... however, Kain is forced back on the defensive end by Sword's foil, he pushes the foil away... and it ends up _pointing_ at Kain's heart (or at least where it should be). Another point. Sword Man fences 201 Kain fences 188 Sword Man nods again, the buzzer sounding the second point. Quickly, he toes back up to the line. The gong sounds the start of the third point, and immediately, he goes on the offensive. Again, he tries to tap at the blade, as if testing a mousetrap and seeing how much you can press it without it snapping at you. However, instead of waiting for Kain to stab out, he instead lets the circling weapon try and confuse his foe, then once again brings his blade up underneath his foes, trying to strike at the middle of the Striders chest with the thin blade. [OOC] Sword Man patpats Kain. Rollcage Pillbug has connected. [OOC] Ring Redwing watches Kain fence 266. :) [OOC] Sword Man says, "Nah. He's already fenced a 188 for this round, opposed to my 201. Unless you mean in the later rounds, if he feels like continuing it for the full 5 rounds." [OOC] Ring Redwing means in later rounds, shushes now to continue to let the IC take course. Kain starts off once more. In a Desperation move, he *leaps* over Sword and waits for him to turn around before...Uh oh. Well, Kainwas thinking of doing that... instead he's on the defensive once again. //*...*// He starts his attack... and leaves himself open for on last point... just below the neckline. "..." //*Well. This was embrassing.*// [OOC] Kain leaves it here. Family's bitching at me again. :P [OOC] Sword Man says, "Okies." You hand Sword Man a cookie! Sword Man bows to you and reaches with his single hand behind him. He pulls out a simple looking pouch and proceeds to empty it's solitary contents onto the flat of his sword. At first, it looks like simple powder. Yet, as it piles up, it forms into a familiar circular shape. Finally, the pouch is emptied to the fullest, and the sword flares up, engulfing the powder. Once the flames die down, a cookie, a snickerdoodle to be exact, is left where the powder once was. Sword then flips it off his sword and into your hands. Don't you feel lucky? ^_^