IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by Azzranache » Thu May 17, 2018 8:34 am

Bardax narrates this out loud to the team so they are informed of what he can see.

He stands there for a moment in thought before saying "So, who wants to go first?".

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by crazybirdman » Fri May 18, 2018 12:54 am

Raven eyes the lock with suspicion. He says: "Metron, perhaps you can try and negotiate the lock while we prepare for the next 'surprise' " and draws his training saber.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by Davakosh » Fri May 18, 2018 9:32 am

Discipline check for strain:
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1 Success, 3 Advantages

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Merton Strides over, resonating into his colleagues minds "anyone need patching up?"

Merton takes one look at the lock and unfortunately has not seen it's like before
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0 Success, 2 Advantages, 1 Triumph,

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OOC: can I use the advantage/triumph to notice something useful about the situation though?

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by Azzranache » Fri May 18, 2018 10:22 am

Leaning against a nearby wall next to the door as a result from recent events, Bardax gives Merton a nod.

"Thanks Merton, I could use some TLC" he replies.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by SanguineAngel » Fri May 18, 2018 2:32 pm

Merton, as you study the lock, you realise that the interface panel has been insecurely fastened. One of the screws in the plate is loose, leaving a gap between the interface panel and the doorframe. With a little effort you should be able to access the wiring behind (Gain 1 Boost on a Computers check to unlock this door)

Healing Bardax would require an Easy (P) Medical Check. Performing the check without a medkit or similar equipment would be an Average (PP) Medical Check.

*Bleeeeeeefph* Whatever you are about to do is interrupted by an ear splitting electronic screech that echoes around the chamber. You are subsequently bathed in the soft blue light of the energy net, though a manic flickering is accompanied by a series of horrifying mechanical squarks. Above, one of the trainig droids is tangled in the netting; double bladed lightsaber spinning wildly and stun cannon firing blindly. It's is barely a moment before the netting suddenly gives, or is ripped open, and the droid drops like a stone. With a dull *whumpf* the droid crumples into the ground. Pieces of scrap schrapnel fly out in every direction. Robotic limbs twitch briefly. The single white lit 'eye' in the centre of the dented dome head flickers and fades. The entire incident is over in a matter of seconds.

"What the kreff-" Vidarr Hoss' tone is one of real shock. A rare occurence.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by Davakosh » Fri May 18, 2018 6:35 pm

OOC: stop me if I am taking over a little here:



"Right then" Merton cracks his Knuckles and unpacks the Physician's kit. "First things first; lets get you patched up incase there's something nasty on the other side of the door."
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"It's just a scratch you'll be fine"

Merton wanders over and checks the wiring, prises open the panel and get's to work...
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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by SanguineAngel » Fri May 18, 2018 9:02 pm

Bardax, you recover 1 wound and 3 strain as a result of the the care Merton is able to give you.

Merton, you fiddle with the wires for a few minutes until at last there is a spark, a click and the door shoots up. A puff of warm recycled air wafts past you.

The door is not particularly quiet and a voice calls out, "Is someone there? This is a restricted area. Authorised lab personnel can sign in over here." You still cannot see anyone but the voice is coming from the desk area half way up the corridor.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by crazybirdman » Fri May 18, 2018 10:52 pm

Raven whispers: 'While it would be wise to eliminate any opposition or witnesses, perhaps this mysterious voice can be persuaded to open the next door?'

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by Davakosh » Sun May 20, 2018 5:06 pm

Edit: Merton picks up the double bladed lightsaber before turning his attention to the voice behind the desk

Merton Pushing out the though waves, in the hopes to sweet talk the personto allowing the group to proceed

"excuse me, I think you'll find that we are authorised to be here, surely such a fine gentleman as yourself would wish to assist us in speeding up our journey, there is not much time"
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2 Failures, 4 Advantages

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by SanguineAngel » Sun May 20, 2018 6:16 pm

Merton, you stride down the corridor ahead of the others and approach the desk at the midway point. Sat behind the desk is a young human male, in his early twenties perhaps. He wears the green overalls of COMPNOR science corp. His face is vaguely familiar - you are likely to have seen him about from time to time.

The desk sits in front of a small, square office area, with second desk on the far wall, sporting a large communications array. Also on that desk you can see an ID card.

Pinned to the young man's chest is a piece of paper that says, in Vidarr Hoss' unmistakable scrawl 'Secuity Guard'. It is obvious this man is no such thing but in today's exercise that is the part he plays.

There is momentary surprise, as often accompanies your communications with non telepathic species, quickly replaced with a sardonic lifting of the eyebrow, as if to say come now, "That is... unusual attire for a lab technician, sir. I don't suppose you happen to have your identification?" It is clear that he does not buy your story.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by Azzranache » Mon May 21, 2018 8:29 am

Hearing the conversation up ahead, Bardax has an idea. Within an instant he morphs his shape to take the form and appearance of Vidarr Hoss (takes 3 strain).

Spoiler:
Bardax; Dark Academy ; Changeling Ability: Vidarr Hoss:
1 Success, 3 Threats

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And succeeds but taking the strain to do the transformation takes a great toll on his already stressed body. His image of Vidarr appears tired and worn (GM to advise if this is an acceptable threat).
Bardax approaches the desk and confronts the “security guard”. He notices Vidarr’s familiar scrawl on the badge.

Hmph.. he grunts in Vidarr’s usual fashion. Being under Hoss’ mentorship for so long has allowed Bardax to imitate him near perfectly.

Get up and open that door. That’s an order! he barks in Vidarr’s monotonous agitated tone.

He sees the perplexed and surprised look on the guard’s face at the sight of seeing Vidarr Hoss.

He continues..

The task has been postponed. There’s been an urgent situation for these candidates to attend to however protocol requires an immediate retrieval of “the special item” located at the end of this task. I’m here to escort them to the final stage of the task to ensure swift completion so they can fast track back on senior orders.

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Bardax; Dark Academy; Deception Check on guard:
3 Successes, 1 Advantage

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OOC: Can I use the 1 advantage to recover strain?

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by SanguineAngel » Mon May 21, 2018 8:56 am

The young man stammers and stutters, "Master Hoss! Y-y-yes sir, of course!" He spins around and fumbles for his ID card on the desk. Thankfully, the comlinks remain silent, though perhaps you can imagine Vidarr Hoss listening in with some degree of afront.

The 'Security Guard' weaves around the desk and rushes down the corridor, focused on his new task - the three of you in tow. He swipes his ID card at the side of the door, extinguishing the red light above and illuminating the green. There is a hiss the door seals release and the door ascends to reveal the next room.

Beyond the guard, is a mocked up Laboratory dominated by clean, white walls and several workstations sporting microscopes and other miscelaneous scientific equipment. You can smell the aroma immediately. There are three staff here, all also wearing the COMPNOR green of the Science corp. Each one sporting a hand-written label saying 'Science Officer'. There are dozens of datapads scattered around. On the nearest desk, a flask of Caf sits open, the spiced aroma filling your nostrils as it wafts through the doorway. The Science Officers are are working studiously when the door opens and each looks up with some irritation at the disturbance.

The rear of the room is entirely glass panelled and looks into a seemingly quarantined area of the lab. There is a transparent airlock style double door on the right hand side of the glass wall. Behind the glass is a pedestall bathed in red lights, with a curious looking artifact suspended beneath various monitoring devices. In appearance, the artifact looks like some form of projectile weapon.

The guard stands to the side, to allow you entry. As he does so, you spot a narrowing of his eyes as he surveys the three of you. You can practically feel him head counting.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by Azzranache » Mon May 21, 2018 11:23 am

Bardax leads the way and enters the laboratory approaching the closest desk, struggling slightly to mask his tired body.

Glaring around at the equipment and officers as if the real Hoss would've done, the smell of the open Caf catches his attention. He reaches down and helps himself to a cup from the neatly placed stack next to the flask and pours himself a cup. Bardax takes a long sip while still fixating his cold gaze upon the closest officer.

He feels the properties of the drink revitalise his mind and body which help with his current state (recover 1 strain?).

After a few seconds pass, Bardax is aware that the "Science Officers" are now staring back, also surprised by his presence in the task. Continuing with the facade, he addresses his comrades..

Well, what are you waiting for? Go get it!! he barks once more, keeping his position true to that of the real Hoss.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by crazybirdman » Tue May 22, 2018 4:14 am

Raven pretends to snap to attention. "Right away master!"
Then he heads to the glass doors to claim their prize.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by SanguineAngel » Tue May 22, 2018 8:00 am

As Raven makes a move for the door into quarantine, there is a sudden clamour while all the science officers leap to their feet begin yelling protestations. The young security guard has also rushed into the room, adding his voice to the din. In so many voices, it is impossible to discern anything other than snatches of what is being said, "Master Voss - Surely you cannot mean - That's not - Have you forgotten - real - Have you lost your -"

Raven, the door in front of you has a simple mechanical seal. There is a wheel to manually release the pressure, which will require some effort to use. If you wish to open the door, it will require a Simple (-) Athletics Check.

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Meanwhile, Bardax or Merton, please give me an Easy (P) Perception Check.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by Azzranache » Tue May 22, 2018 8:32 am

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by SanguineAngel » Tue May 22, 2018 9:54 am

Everyone is on their feet and moving in different directions. In this small room, there is relative chaos. Bardax, you are struggling to hear what anyone is saying when a single word immediately catches your attention.

" - Gas!"

Now that you look, there is very slight discolouration beyond the glass that you might have taken for a tint in the window and now you can see a ventilation system in place inside. Worse, now that you really pay attention, you can see evidence of what appears to be a hidden panel in the ceiling inside.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by crazybirdman » Tue May 22, 2018 5:54 pm

As Raven grasp the door handle, he hears all the chatter around him. He pauses and decides to reach out with the force to see what would happen if he opens the door:
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Raven; Dark Academy; Foresee: Door Peril?:
, 1 Dark Side
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OOC: If I understand correctly, I can still use the base foresee power but have to take 1 strain

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by SanguineAngel » Wed May 23, 2018 4:23 pm

Raven, you feel a sudden loss of breath, a suffocation cut short by a searing bolt of pain in your upper torso. The sensation lasts a only moment, and you are back in the room - the cold metal wheel of the pressurised lock still under the palms of your hands.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by crazybirdman » Wed May 23, 2018 4:48 pm

Raven pauses, slowly puling his hand back from the handle, and says to faux Voss "Sir, is this another test? This door isn't safe to open"

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by Azzranache » Wed May 23, 2018 9:43 pm

Hmph! he smirks.

Very good Raven. That’s why that other fool Bardax did not make it this far.

Bardax turns his attention to the panicked “officers”.

Everyone evacuate the room immediately.

He then turns his gaze to the officer who looks to be most senior.

Except you. he points to him.

You stay.

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Bardax; Dark Academy; Leadership Check for Lab Evacuation:
1 Failure, 3 Advantages, 1 Dark Side

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OOC: Force Point as part of - "Influence | Control: When making a Coercion, Charm, Deception, Leadership or Negotiation check, the Force user may roll an Influence power check as part of his dice pool. He may spend Force Point to gain Success or Advantage (user’s choice) on the check." Unfortunately, that roll did not help.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by SanguineAngel » Thu May 24, 2018 9:12 am

The room has relaxed considerably, as it becomes apparent that this is all a part of "Hoss'" test and that Raven is not about to blindly open the door. The scientists settle down, no longer panicking and the guard behind you sighs in relief.

Bardax, as you single out the scientist you immediately realise you have made an error - everyone stands around awkwardly; confused, annoyed perhaps. The scientist you have identified steps forwards, you recognise him as Dr. Kene. You catch a very slight frown as his gaze flicks towards Merton before returning his attention to you. "Master Hoss, it would behoove you to remember that we are senior staffers of Dr. Trask, compnor officers and that the work we carry out in this facility legitimises this entire project. Please, moderate your tone." He motions for the other three staff to leave the lab, treating you to a self-satisfied little smile as they immediately follow his order. (Add 1 Setback any further Social Checks with Dr. Kene through this session.)

Raven, you notice a little more here. Dr Kene's facade of imperious confidence masks an uncertainty, a fear. Not simply of Vidarr Hoss but, you suspect, of everyone now in the room. An angle that may be usefully played upon. (Add 1 boost to any Coercion, Negotiation, Leadership Checks against Dr. Kene)

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by Azzranache » Thu May 24, 2018 11:25 am

His heart rate slightly elevated through the tense confrontation, Bardax is then relieved to see the others leave, even if not to his own command.

He turns his attention back to Dr Kene.

My apologies.. Bardax says over-sincerely.

I did always find you just, blended in... he continues with an arrogant smirk.

Bardax starts to approach Dr Kene, Caf still in hand.

Now, as I was saying to our helpful guard friend, there has been an urgent senior request for this team to attend a classified mission which cannot go ahead without that item! Because of this, the bloody task has been postponed and I am now here to ensure both candidates and item are retrieved swiftly. So, if you wouldn't mind helping my candidates so we can be on our way. Bardax takes another sip of Caf while maintaining an intimidating gaze right back into Dr Kene's. He then raises his other hand gesturing towards the door to the airlock.

Spoiler:
Bardax; Dark Academy; Influence Check on Dr Kene:
, 2 Dark Side

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OOC: Spend one dark side pip to use Control. Take 1 strain and use a light side destiny point.
Bardax uses his influence to make Dr Kene believe that what he is saying is true and that they do indeed require his utmost support to get back quickly.

Time is.. of the essence. he finishes.

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by SanguineAngel » Thu May 24, 2018 12:16 pm

Bardax, recalling the techniques taught to you by the real Vidarr Hoss, you use the deep irritation, frustration you feel towards Dr. Kene to tap into the Force. As you talk, putting the man into his place with carefully practiced nonchalance, you force the words you speak to take root in his mind.

Raven, you cannot help but feel a shift in Dr Keen's emotional state. The change is so abrupt that you do not even need to reach out. Dr. Kene is filled with an overiding sense of imperative urgency.

Although, urgent or not, his dislike of Hoss/Bardax remains firm and he growls as he shoulders Bardax firmly out of the way, "Well move then. We don't have a moment to spare!". He reaches past to access a flip panel in the central desk within the room. The centre of the table rotates 180 degrees to reveal a security control suite. Dr. Kene spents a few seconds tapping in commands and codes in sequence.

From the walls you hear a clank and a hiss. In the quarantined room, the hazy tint begins to recede. You can make out swirling clouds being sucked into the rear ventilation unit. There is also the sound of an electronic device being disabled. Dr. Kene gives Bardax a not-very-apologetic look as he concedes "An autoturret set to stun. My own addition. Can't let you have all the fun. Anyway, the security is disabled. Go ahead."

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Re: IC Session 01: One Last Lesson

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Post by crazybirdman » Thu May 24, 2018 3:57 pm

Raven says: "Thank you doctor, your assistance here will be remembered. , and opens the door. After stepping inside and breathing a sigh of relief, he picks up the object.

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