Post by: Shadestyle on August 25, 2014, 05:44:45 pm
Now using democracy, New gems are ALWAYS welcome.
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Sheet for shattered listing.
What manner of precious stone do you reside in?:
What goal aside from the resurrection of your creator do you have?:
What elements and actions are you most attuned to?:Spoiler: Shattered (click to show/hide)
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Post by: MeimieFan88 on August 25, 2014, 05:58:40 pm
Light translucent stones that dimly glow in the dark.
Other than the stones, wood.
To be worn and become one with the wearer.
Stuck on a rockbed in a river.
D.
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 25, 2014, 06:35:16 pm
What is your shape? - We take the form of a sweeping face, which portrays a different image to each who gazes upon us, depending on their temperament and intentions. We rise above the head some half a head in height again, and to either side perhaps a quarter of the width that covers the face itself, and to the same distance below. We are in seven pieces, bound in place and together by wire, revealing some small portion of our bearer's face and allowing them sight, though such was not always the case...
What are you adorned with? - Seven time seven stones, each of a different color, shade, and composition, which hold and grant us our power. Opals, diamonds, and obsidian all grace us with their presence, and we permit theirs. Each of our voices reside in a different stone, as far as is believed; they cannot be broken, though they fall silent, and the voices within may die, replaced by new voices, but the stones themselves cannot be pried, shattered, or damaged, much as the rest of our mask is impervious to most mortal means of damage. Or so we once believed...nearly three dozen of our brethren have been lost through the ages, and their lack tears at our hearts.
What are you made of? - We are formed of the wood of the Kaihek tree, which is commonplace now, but does not grow to it's full height and majesty, and does not swell on the magic that once infused these lands. They are much reduced, but we are crafted from a Kaihek in the height of it's power, the lumber given freely and with pleasure to craft us, where now they kill them for mere mortal instruments and toys. The wires and decoration adorning us is crafted of deepsilver and truedye, the former found only with the under-dwellers now, while the bush one collects the latter from is nigh-extinct in this age.
What do you desire? - To find our lost brethren and return them to us, and restore the Mask to our former glory. To revive our God. To give those wearers we seek and wish to be worn by the drive and ability for acts of greatness and inspiration. To survive.
Where are you? - Lodged loosely upon a branch over a trail through an old forest, where we were flung when our last bearer was slain in a fight with a traitorous companion whom he had foolishly trusted against our advisement, who had grown envious and spiteful through the tragedy inflicted upon them by the journeys undertaken.
Where does your power come from? - We are the creation of a once powerful and long-dead god, whom we served faithfully in assisting his servants until his death. Our power originally derives from the divinity present even in his death, and now from the power we have amassed ourselves since as well.
What is your name? - We are known by many names, but the one we will be known as is a common one used in legends of these days. We are...
The Shattered.
((woo creepy rainbows))
Post by: Shadestyle on August 25, 2014, 07:09:17 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 25, 2014, 07:14:10 pm
Nice. +1What is your shape? - We take the form of a sweeping face, which portrays a different image to each who gazes upon us, depending on their temperament and intentions. We rise above the head some half a head in height again, and to either side perhaps a quarter of the width that covers the face itself, and to the same distance below. We are in seven pieces, bound in place and together by wire, revealing some small portion of our bearer's face and allowing them sight, though such was not always the case...What are you adorned with? - Seven time seven stones, each of a different color, shade, and composition, which hold and grant us our power. Opals, diamonds, and obsidian all grace us with their presence, and we permit theirs. Each of our voices reside in a different stone, as far as is believed; they cannot be broken, though they fall silent, and the voices within may die, replaced by new voices, but the stones themselves cannot be pried, shattered, or damaged, much as the rest of our mask is impervious to most mortal means of damage. Or so we once believed...nearly three dozen of our brethren have been lost through the ages, and their lack tears at our hearts.What are you made of? - We are formed of the wood of the Kaihek tree, which is commonplace now, but does not grow to it's full height and majesty, and does not swell on the magic that once infused these lands. They are much reduced, but we are crafted from a Kaihek in the height of it's power, the lumber given freely and with pleasure to craft us, where now they kill them for mere mortal instruments and toys. The wires and decoration adorning us is crafted of deepsilver and truedye, the former found only with the under-dwellers now, while the bush one collects the latter from is nigh-extinct in this age.What do you desire? - To find our lost brethren and return them to us, and restore the Mask to our former glory. To revive our God. To give those wearers we seek and wish to be worn by the drive and ability for acts of greatness and inspiration. ToWhere are you? - Lodged loosely upon a branch over a trail through an old forest, where we were flung when our last bearer was slain in a fight with a traitorous companion whom he had foolishly trusted against our advisement, who had grown envious and spiteful through the tragedy inflicted upon them by the journeys undertaken.Where does your power come from? - We are the creation of a once powerful and long-dead god, whom we served faithfully in assisting his servants until his death. Our power originally derives from the divinity present even in his death, and now from the power we have amassed ourselves since as well.What is your name? - We are known by many names, but the one we will be known as is a common one used in legends of these days. We are...The Shattered.
((woo creepy rainbows))
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 25, 2014, 07:20:08 pm
I'll blend the two together if no one votes for a particular one, good job on that sweetness RolpThanks. :)
I figured it would give us a nice plot, as well as good justification for why we squabble so much yet still come to consensus(or something like it).
Plus, who can resist being a rainbow colored mask?
Post by: Yourmaster on August 25, 2014, 07:21:18 pm
Crescent Moon shaped (covers slightly more than half the face).+1
Light translucent stones that dimly glow in the dark.
Other than the stones, wood.
To be worn and become one with the wearer.
Stuck on a rockbed in a river.
D.
Post by: tntey on August 25, 2014, 07:22:34 pm
What is your shape? - We take the form of a sweeping face, which portrays a different image to each who gazes upon us, depending on their temperament and intentions. We rise above the head some half a head in height again, and to either side perhaps a quarter of the width that covers the face itself, and to the same distance below. We are in seven pieces, bound in place and together by wire, revealing some small portion of our bearer's face and allowing them sight, though such was not always the case...What are you adorned with? - Seven time seven stones, each of a different color, shade, and composition, which hold and grant us our power. Opals, diamonds, and obsidian all grace us with their presence, and we permit theirs. Each of our voices reside in a different stone, as far as is believed; they cannot be broken, though they fall silent, and the voices within may die, replaced by new voices, but the stones themselves cannot be pried, shattered, or damaged, much as the rest of our mask is impervious to most mortal means of damage. Or so we once believed...nearly three dozen of our brethren have been lost through the ages, and their lack tears at our hearts.
+1. I want there to be a dark humor voiceWhat are you made of? - We are formed of the wood of the Kaihek tree, which is commonplace now, but does not grow to it's full height and majesty, and does not swell on the magic that once infused these lands. They are much reduced, but we are crafted from a Kaihek in the height of it's power, the lumber given freely and with pleasure to craft us, where now they kill them for mere mortal instruments and toys. The wires and decoration adorning us is crafted of deepsilver and truedye, the former found only with the under-dwellers now, while the bush one collects the latter from is nigh-extinct in this age.What do you desire? - To find our lost brethren and return them to us, and restore the Mask to our former glory. To revive our God. To give those wearers we seek and wish to be worn by the drive and ability for acts of greatness and inspiration. ToWhere are you? - Lodged loosely upon a branch over a trail through an old forest, where we were flung when our last bearer was slain in a fight with a traitorous companion whom he had foolishly trusted against our advisement, who had grown envious and spiteful through the tragedy inflicted upon them by the journeys undertaken.Where does your power come from? - We are the creation of a once powerful and long-dead god, whom we served faithfully in assisting his servants until his death. Our power originally derives from the divinity present even in his death, and now from the power we have amassed ourselves since as well.What is your name? - We are known by many names, but the one we will be known as is a common one used in legends of these days. We are...The Shattered.
((woo creepy rainbows))
Post by: Shadestyle on August 25, 2014, 07:28:52 pm
You sit upon a branch, deep in the forest, The wind gently rustling the grass around the tree, your powers weakened in your shattered state, The voices that make up your form speak commands, some in agreement, others speaking of actions all their own, you have hardly enough power to move on your own, but maybe you can attract something, If you put forth effort towards a specific creature. Lost from your late master, in the middle of an ancient grove however, you may have trouble finding creatures of the sapient variety at the moment.
Your power from your past divinity is at 5/100, your current broken form unable to hold any more of the divine energy commonly obtained from worship.
Your power from a Living thing that wears you is at 0, for none wear you currently, save for perhaps the branch you lie upon, which despite your loose grip is near 10/11
The measure of power is equal to 1 being a single small unnatural act, A movement, a change, a shift in position, perhaps a foot. or a simple healing, or a plant being grown, eventually, you will learn more of the limits of power, given and born from life.
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 25, 2014, 07:30:18 pm
Post by: tntey on August 25, 2014, 07:31:13 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on August 25, 2014, 07:33:55 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 25, 2014, 07:37:20 pm
Past that, I would have us release a gentle pull, small shifts in the currents of magic and cause and effect, to call a traveler to this path, and past us. It does not have to be soon, nor do we truly have a preference for whom; anyone who can bring us back into the rhythms of civilization will be of use. Once we can see them, we can act further.
By the way, my crystal is the Blue Diamond, at the center of the blue section of the mask. There is no indigo section, simply a middle section that contains black, white, gray, etc. and the like which do not fit into the other six sections of the mask, each of which has seven stones upon it. Sadly, the middle section is completely devoid of any stones.
Post by: Arcvasti on August 25, 2014, 07:39:44 pm
Post by: tntey on August 25, 2014, 07:47:58 pm
We must not waste our energy, brethren. We can wait for a time. I would rather suggest that we gather what energy we can from this grove, taking care to ask permission and only take what the grove does not require, as it would not do to upset the forest; we must be respectful of it's desires and needs as well as our own.
Past that, I would have us release a gentle pull, small shifts in the currents of magic and cause and effect, to call a traveler to this path, and past us. It does not have to be soon, nor do we truly have a preference for whom; anyone who can bring us back into the rhythms of civilization will be of use. Once we can see them, we can act further.
By the way, my crystal is the Blue Diamond, at the center of the blue section of the mask. There is no indigo section, simply a middle section that contains black, white, gray, etc. and the like which do not fit into the other six sections of the mask, each of which has seven stones upon it. Sadly, the middle section is completely devoid of any stones.
Good idea brethren, just so you know, I am the ruby crystal.
Post by: Shadestyle on August 25, 2014, 07:52:08 pm
you receive a portion of three natural energy, and have expended three yourself, you are left in a balance, with 2/100 energy of the divine, and in turn, 3/3 of nature, a weak conduit you provide for the given energy, being as new to the energy as you are.
Perhaps a traveler will appear within several months, and maybe you shall in turn do such as to pass those long months, slowly growing your energy, or communing with nature, or even seeking what may lie surrounding you. you believe that three of your goals shall begin their path toward completion during the time you spend in this isolation.
Post by: tntey on August 25, 2014, 07:59:12 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 25, 2014, 08:15:35 pm
We should ask the trees and the forest for what information we might, and share our own tales in return. We shall nurture our divinity, and use the gift of the power the nature has offered us to assist in the growth of a single Kaihek tree, using two portions to aid it in it's growth, and a portion of our divine energy to assist as well. The Kaihek, when fed with the power it deserves, ensures the health and safety of a forest far past the time it has withered. While our simple two portions cannot hope to supply it's need for magic, it can give it, perhaps, enough of a push to start it's cycle of absorbing and recycling magic, so that it might attain the magnificent heights of it's ancient ancestors, given time. A young sapling, not far from our branch, will serve nicely, and perhaps become the centerpiece of the forest that will endure surrounding it, to bring a new generation of Kaihek trees into being.
This gift and return of power to the forest in a way it might not ever have been able to do should aid us by their gratitude. If we are lucky, they might grant us more of their natural energy, as we become attuned with it and cycle it back into the forest to help; as poor a conduit as we are, we are yet a conduit, focused in a way the forest could never be, and druids do not have the same divine power that we may offer. Perhaps, if none comes, the forest itself might aid us, in time.
Post by: tntey on August 25, 2014, 08:19:52 pm
I concur. It is an opportunity to learn what surrounds this land, and we have a great deal of time to spare; that is good, for the trees do not speak in haste or without deliberation. Perhaps they will call a druid who can tend to us, though it is doubtful any druid would attempt to take us for themselves; they have a knowledge of what is, and what is not, and to do so could endanger that which they hold dear. It is not a fault, but it is an obstacle nonetheless, and one I do not believe we wish to try and surmount; only one we should leave alone.
We should ask the trees and the forest for what information we might, and share our own tales in return. We shall nurture our divinity, and use the gift of the power the nature has offered us to assist in the growth of a single Kaihek tree, using two portions to aid it in it's growth, and a portion of our divine energy to assist as well. The Kaihek, when fed with the power it deserves, ensures the health and safety of a forest far past the time it has withered. While our simple two portions cannot hope to supply it's need for magic, it can give it, perhaps, enough of a push to start it's cycle of absorbing and recycling magic, so that it might attain the magnificent heights of it's ancient ancestors, given time. A young sapling, not far from our branch, will serve nicely, and perhaps become the centerpiece of the forest that will endure surrounding it, to bring a new generation of Kaihek trees into being.
This gift and return of power to the forest in a way it might not ever have been able to do should aid us by their gratitude. If we are lucky, they might grant us more of their natural energy, as we become attuned with it and cycle it back into the forest to help; as poor a conduit as we are, we are yet a conduit, focused in a way the forest could never be, and druids do not have the same divine power that we may offer. Perhaps, if none comes, the forest itself might aid us, in time.
Well worded brother, well worded. I agree, you proposals are for some divine reason, always more pleasant then mine. I wholeheartedly agree with you, and would love to hear the stories of the forest, even though it lacks a Kaihek tree.
Post by: tntey on August 26, 2014, 06:09:51 am
Post by: Shadestyle on August 26, 2014, 06:23:33 am
You decide to spend a time communing with nature, using yourself as a conduit to the mystic natures that be, from amusing the rocks, with moss gently grown, to exiting the plants, with gentle beams of light, twisted around the cruel grips of the canopy for a time, several months pass, and you find yourself wielding a goodly amount of the natural energies that the forest has seen fit to provide, they tell you tales of creatures who were poisoned by the leaves of their purple flowered brethren, and healed by the roots of the same plant, they tell of stones hidden deeper within the forest that could summon fell beasts to fight any who wished to test their power, they told of fire, burning through them, and leaving naught but ash for new things to grow in the warmed soil, and you in turn tell them the fantastic tales of your creation, upon the divine anvils among the roots of Yggdrasil, your power granted by the powers of the god that created you, you tell of sorrow, brough from your master's death, you tell of how you were left berifit as his creations were cast from the heavens to earthrealm to allow his spirit peace, you tell of adventures you have had, being worn by humans, and beasts, and even golems of stone, held together by naught but your own will.
your powers of divinity remain at 2/100, but your power over the plants and their cousins has grown greatly to a well earned 23/25
Post by: tntey on August 26, 2014, 06:26:08 am
Post by: Shadestyle on August 26, 2014, 06:29:06 am
Knowing your divine energies well enough, you also feel that your natural energies have dropped to a respectable 13/25
Post by: tntey on August 26, 2014, 06:53:05 am
Post by: Shadestyle on August 26, 2014, 06:59:48 am
Your divine power is at 1/100, and your natural power at 12/25.
(be back in a while.)
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 26, 2014, 07:14:20 am
Post by: Shadestyle on August 26, 2014, 03:47:30 pm
Sitting in wait, you think about possible venues of action that could be taken to interact with the hunters, Maybe Ivory? you aren't sure.
Post by: tntey on August 26, 2014, 04:38:45 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 26, 2014, 05:35:50 pm
Do not act unless more than simply one or two of us has made his voice heard. >.>
I do not wish us to waste energies doing things such as creating ents when it is not required. We can be patient, my kin.
Observe for now. No more.
Post by: tntey on August 26, 2014, 05:38:57 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on August 26, 2014, 05:45:15 pm
Post by: tntey on August 26, 2014, 05:57:16 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 26, 2014, 08:23:38 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on August 26, 2014, 08:30:42 pm
Post by: Iituem on August 27, 2014, 08:27:14 am
Post by: Shadestyle on August 27, 2014, 04:34:32 pm
You now wield but a glimmer of your divine power, a mere 1/100, and your natural power lies firmly at 7/25, after performing your first miracle, you feel that his is a fair price to pay, and a good reason to be proud of this small, yet great achievement.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 28, 2014, 07:36:50 am
Post by: Shadestyle on August 28, 2014, 04:55:29 pm
A gentle rustle is all it takes, the human hunters freeze, looking directly at the bush, their eyes seeming to pierce through with a white hot determination.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 28, 2014, 04:58:02 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on August 28, 2014, 05:42:22 pm
His life force is 100/123, the safe threshold for you drawing from it would likely be somewhere in the nineties, since there is no way to restore it, that you know of, and draining it will weaken him, your own power remains at 1/100, and 7/25.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 28, 2014, 05:57:52 pm
Use 5 life force to make him temporarily invisible. We can do that right?
Post by: Shadestyle on August 28, 2014, 06:00:28 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 28, 2014, 06:06:55 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on August 28, 2014, 06:10:59 pm
With a single dollop of life force, you make light warp around him, the hunters run past, seeing nothing but the fact that the plant-boy has disappeared, He enters a trance like state, coping with the loss of energy, and leaving you in control until he awakens, which should be about a minute.
99/123 of his life energy remains.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 28, 2014, 06:38:37 pm
Flee to our grove.
Post by: Shadestyle on August 28, 2014, 06:51:28 pm
You Flee to the grove that you were once upon, the Trees and the plants observing curiously, as you lie at the base of your tree, just as the ent begins to awaken, and your direct control slips away.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 28, 2014, 07:20:04 pm
Post by: tntey on August 28, 2014, 07:21:58 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 28, 2014, 08:17:40 pm
natural energy is gained from the growth of plants, and their life force, Divine energy comes from a god, and by doing things for a god, your god is dead, so you would have to get people to worship you as a proxy. Life energy however is a mysterious thing, one which you do not yet know how to obtain, other than from draining it from living things.
((idea had been originally that we kinda siphoned residual divine energy from his corpse))
Post by: Shadestyle on August 28, 2014, 08:52:08 pm
"You saved me..."
He thanks your profusely, for having prevented him a life of servitude (though you know he would not have had such a life at their hands, but rather, a distinct lack of life) and requests that he take you to his village to show you to the elders, apparently wise in their years, they may be willing to reward you for your selfless act, But then again, they may see you as the remnant of a rotting god, and seek your destruction under the belief that you would be filled with vengeance.
He is still invisible, though your own cloak has worn off, leaving your togetherness looking all too much like a floating mask.
Post by: Urist Mc Dwarf on August 29, 2014, 07:28:23 am
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 29, 2014, 08:08:32 am
Post by: tntey on August 29, 2014, 08:22:59 am
Post by: Iituem on August 29, 2014, 12:12:38 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on August 30, 2014, 10:10:12 am
"Hello, young one... what have you brought here?" The elder speaks softly, or at least, he seems to be the elder.
"He is shattered, he helped me avoid the seekers!"
"You speak of it as more person than thing, does it speak of itself? Or is this one of your antics?"
Post by: tntey on August 30, 2014, 10:14:53 am
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 30, 2014, 10:21:09 am
use divine energy to say into his head "Yes, we speak. Us voices."No man. We can talk to plants remember! So uh hey guy I'm Ivory. These are my brothers. We are The Shattered.
Post by: tntey on August 30, 2014, 10:53:25 am
Post by: Shadestyle on August 30, 2014, 04:27:24 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 30, 2014, 04:51:57 pm
Post by: Iituem on August 30, 2014, 04:58:07 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on August 31, 2014, 02:37:29 pm
Grand Ivy, are you sure I am destined to end Yojimbo, the beast of black water? greensign says hesitantly, unsure of his own worth, as the elder has put into question.
I am sure, little Greensign. Now choose! commune between yourself an the denizens of the shattered as to what you request for a weapon. The elder says with an air of finality, perfectly confident in the young plant's abilities.
The boy exits the hut, kicking at the dirt and sheepishly asks. "I am sorry, Shattered ones, this is merely the ways of our village, if I should fail, you will be provided a trip to wherever you desire, and left to your own devices, while I shall be shamed until I prove myself some other way. I assure you your journey shall not be hindered by me if I am unable to assist you." He says, "But enough of such sad things, what do you think we should request? this is so exiting, the elder rarely requests something from the trees, save for homes and walls!"
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 31, 2014, 03:58:51 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on August 31, 2014, 05:21:42 pm
((On an unrelated note, once the mask gains enough energy, I am going to upgrade this to a full on Rpg, where players can do their own small actions, along with suggesting ones for the whole, does this sound like a good idea?))
Post by: Iituem on August 31, 2014, 07:46:35 pm
Jasper: Beasts are capable fighters, and to take a weapon as such is to fight the beast on its own terms. Take a lesson from the humans instead. Ask the forest for a trap.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on August 31, 2014, 08:57:40 pm
Post by: Urist Mc Dwarf on September 01, 2014, 06:31:50 am
Post by: Shadestyle on September 01, 2014, 04:32:39 pm
"Yojimbo is a terrible monster, his claws are sharp as volcanic glass, and strong as seekerstone, he bleeds a black substance everywhere he goes, which erupts in flames from time to time, he also breathes a fell miasma from several holes along his body, but his most terrifying power is that he knows neither fear nor pain. Some brave warriors that have survived his wrath spoke of two weaknesses, and that is a plate of his armored skin, which has come loose, and spills the black blood, and his mind, which prevents him from leaving paths and trails. he is capable of making these however, if he feels it necessary."
you request some energy from the plants around you, and they oblige, waiting patiently for your next miracle to be provided to them, this energy filled your natural reserves to 19/26, and as you can feel, made you a tiny bit more attuned to it. maybe you can find other sources of energy to draw from as well, in time.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 01, 2014, 05:01:34 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 02, 2014, 04:41:05 pm
"Hmm, yes. If we could restrain it long enough, a lance could pierce it's body, the trees will provide whatever they deem fit. if it being made of wood shall help us, then wood it shall be.
You decide to deliberate among yourself one last time before going to make your request, to make sure you are completely sure of your plan.
Post by: Rolepgeek on September 02, 2014, 10:59:20 pm
Sleepy times now
School starts tomorrow
Blargh
- A poem
Post by: Shadestyle on September 03, 2014, 05:58:33 pm
Post by: Urist Mc Dwarf on September 04, 2014, 02:28:51 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 04, 2014, 02:35:09 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 04, 2014, 03:04:39 pm
(I am tempted to use color shenanigans, but it probably will not add much anyway.)
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 04, 2014, 03:08:53 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 04, 2014, 05:09:23 pm
Heading to the villager, you ask for the lance, and he begins to creak, standing and singing in a slow lilting tune, you can't quite make out the words, like a dialect of nature not spoken for a long time.
As the music intensifies, the wooden floor below you begins to warp and stretch, a large plant growing from it, as it grows, thrown appear all over it, one in particular growing several meters long, dust from outside begins to flood in, red flecks clouding around the thorn as it begins to get thinner at the base, before breaking off. the plant sinks into the floor, before reappearing in the small grove just outside the building.
Greensign picks up the rust covered lance, pulsing green veins spreading all through it. the power of nature is great indeed.
Looking outside, you and him spot the stone that blocks the way, once you enter, you shall not be able to leave without proof of it's death, or proof of your host's failure, of this you are sure.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 04, 2014, 08:13:05 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 05, 2014, 06:17:09 pm
Yojimbo has tormented the ents for a long time, Your charge is eager, almost to the point of impatience.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 05, 2014, 06:33:57 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 06, 2014, 03:54:34 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 06, 2014, 05:03:35 pm
"I shall end this horror upon my kind."
Post by: Shadestyle on September 07, 2014, 05:06:51 pm
He looks worried, your silence making the kind forest seem eery almost, shadows leaping from themselves, every breeze creaking the leaves around you.
Post by: Arcvasti on September 07, 2014, 05:44:05 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 07, 2014, 06:32:18 pm
The boy begins to tread down the left path, gingerly stepping around the broken branches ans spatters of slick black liquid. Around the path you see the extend of the monsters destruction, sharp clean cuts through several of the tree trunks catch your eyes. along the ground you see more of the black blood of the beast, slick and greasy in appearance.
As you travel, you smell smoke coming from ahead, a pack of baying wolves appear to be blocked off from escape by roaring flames around them, a massive pillar of a coppery stone blocks them off from behind.
"They might attack us even if we help, they are animals after all, and animals, however wise, are quick to fear. And that besides, it's fire for spirit's sake."
Your power after the act of poisoning the lance is 16/26, stronger than none, but weaker than strongest.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 07, 2014, 08:37:46 pm
Post by: Arcvasti on September 07, 2014, 09:01:00 pm
Post by: Beirus on September 07, 2014, 09:17:54 pm
Post by: Fallatus on September 08, 2014, 01:04:46 pm
The illusion of seperation is a mortal conception, We see that fire and nature is one, They are part of eachother, Parts of a whole.
Nature strengthens fire, Fire strengthens nature... with time. That is the truth of all.
Post by: Shadestyle on September 08, 2014, 05:34:04 pm
you now have 2/3 primal flame energy, and your host's life force is at 123/123, for he is filled with vigor stolen from the beasts of the forest.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 08, 2014, 09:29:09 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 09, 2014, 05:13:34 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 09, 2014, 05:29:49 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 09, 2014, 05:49:06 pm
...he bleeds a black substance everywhere he goes, which erupts in flames from time to time,...This does not mean he is invulnerable to fire, but this does mean that we should probably focus on draining him rapidly instead of blasting even his weak spot with fire.
(+1 overall, +1 stealing his life energy specifically)
Post by: Arcvasti on September 09, 2014, 07:47:42 pm
All right. I have a plan. Once we trap it, we need you to be a distraction while we magic our way onto it's face and steal all of it's life energy.
Alternatively, would it not serve Our interests if we were to adopt the beast as a permanent host? It would cease to terrorize the Ents under Our guiding hand and its greater power would be more suitable for Our ends, whatever they may be in the future.
Post by: Beirus on September 09, 2014, 08:44:33 pm
+1 to draining it.
Post by: Arcvasti on September 09, 2014, 08:49:49 pm
And what if it lacks the intelligence to comprehend our wishes or orders? It would be like if we had jumped to one of the wolves back there, but this wolf would be larger and much more dangerous. It may not even listen to us or cooperate. We should just drain it and take its power for our own.
+1 to draining it.
True. I withdraw my suggestion. Perhaps We will extract some new type of power from draining it. We should have Our current host stab it with the poisoned lance first, to weaken its will. After all, the wolves were weak-minded. This beast may need to be weakened before We can suck it dry.
Post by: Shadestyle on September 10, 2014, 05:10:26 pm
Post by: Fallatus on September 11, 2014, 05:32:00 am
We have not remembered such things for a very long time.
Listen well, Mortal. The beast may not be a living being, But a machine.
Aah, i remember the machinery of great. vast clockworks, Lightning of civilisations, powers of stars harvested, Truly great times.
It is a shame it is such a far time away. But i wonder the nature of this beast. Mechanical? Magical? Controlled or autonomous?
We must observe directly for further knowledge and confirmation thereof.
Agreed.
CONSENSUS REACHED.
WE ARE ONE.
PRIORITY IS AS FOLLOWS:
SURVIVE. INVESTIGATE. LEARN. CONFIRM.
Mortal if you would be as kind as to apraoch the beast we would be pleased.
Brethren, If our suspicions prove to be correct we must change our plans. Poison does not ordinarily work on machinery.
And neither does bravado. We remember... Though in certain circumstances it may.
WE ARE ONE.
PRIORITY IS AS FOLLOWS:
SURVIVE. INVESTIGATE. LEARN. CONFIRM.
Mortal if you would be as kind as to apraoch the beast we would be pleased.
Brethren, If our suspicions prove to be correct we must change our plans. Poison does not ordinarily work on machinery.
And neither does bravado. We remember... Though in certain circumstances it may.
Post by: ~Neri on September 11, 2014, 01:35:46 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 11, 2014, 02:14:56 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 11, 2014, 05:28:55 pm
With it's back to you, you think that it may not see you, but as soon as your host steps into the clearing, the entire machine stops its cutting work and spins around at great speed, Loud hissing noises begin to emanate from the legs as if faces you both, it's antenna beeping loudly. Birds fly from the trees as the noises suddenly begin.
Post by: ~Neri on September 11, 2014, 05:42:07 pm
Post by: Beirus on September 11, 2014, 06:03:13 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 11, 2014, 06:56:32 pm
Maybe we could set its fluid on fire. If its oil burns, maybe it will explode. Or at least shut down if all its fuel burns away.Yes yes. this could work.
Post by: Arcvasti on September 11, 2014, 07:51:19 pm
Maybe we could set its fluid on fire. If its oil burns, maybe it will explode. Or at least shut down if all its fuel burns away.Yes yes. this could work.
Let Us experiment with it. Cautiously. As the saying goes, "Only you can prevent forest fires". If We are wrong about its origins, then the poison may still be useful. If what you say is true, and this beast is artificially created of metal and smoke, then perhaps there is a more advanced civilization nearby. If so, would it not benefit Us to reap the spoils of their technology, once Our sacred vow to these plant beings is fulfilled?
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 11, 2014, 08:20:37 pm
Host above self brother. Plus we can absorb any budding fires.Maybe we could set its fluid on fire. If its oil burns, maybe it will explode. Or at least shut down if all its fuel burns away.Yes yes. this could work.
Let Us experiment with it. Cautiously. As the saying goes, "Only you can prevent forest fires". If We are wrong about its origins, then the poison may still be useful. If what you say is true, and this beast is artificially created of metal and smoke, then perhaps there is a more advanced civilization nearby. If so, would it not benefit Us to reap the spoils of their technology, once Our sacred vow to these plant beings is fulfilled?
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 12, 2014, 01:09:46 am
Post by: Fallatus on September 12, 2014, 07:44:35 am
We doubt that we have the required power to do that yet. A simpler solution would merely be to acelerate the procces of oxidation, Rusting it to a halt.
Likely unfeasible. we most certainly lack the power to do so.
Agreed.
Make the fire burn with great intensity, Ask it to blaze like a star. Melt the metal machinery from within.
Yes, Excite the plasma, Ionise the air, BURN EVERYTHING UNDER THE MIGHT OF FIRE!
THE STARS THEMSELVES SHALL QUAKE UNDER OUR MIGHT!
They shall feel our WRATH.
It has been too long, We have waited for eaons since our fragmenting to see the stars again. But we will wait, As we have always done.
Vaal Arksin, Raknal Ouithngar Vei Voremos Laieskar. Shool Mysaka Qeiasol. We will endure Eternaly if we must, Time matters not.
we agree that the utilisation of primal fire would be acceptable. And we Apologise for our... Outburst, We have not excercised our true power for a looong time.
Post by: Shadestyle on September 14, 2014, 10:31:29 am
It retaliates with a sweep of it's saw, your host barely ducking as it whooshes by, sinking deep into a tree nearby.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 14, 2014, 11:27:07 am
Post by: Fallatus on September 14, 2014, 12:08:45 pm
Targets aquired. Burn Them all in remorseless fire. Let. There. Be. Light... On second thought we have decided to observe, For now.
If there is life within the machine: Drain it into unconsciousness. Otherwise: Burn Baby, Burn.
Yes we must spare the life if there is. It is useless inert.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 14, 2014, 09:37:27 pm
(I wonder if we can exploit this to create some kind of Maxwell's demon, e.g. by absorbing heat energy from one of two volumes and sending it back to another one. Maybe we can become Maxwell's demon itself! :P Undoubtedly, there will be some sort of inefficiency from reabsorbing used energy or non-useful energy.)
Post by: Shadestyle on September 15, 2014, 05:05:05 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 15, 2014, 08:07:55 pm
Post by: Arcvasti on September 16, 2014, 05:05:40 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 16, 2014, 05:19:31 pm
you have 0/3 primal fire, 1/100 Divine energy, and 18/26 Is your natural power.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 16, 2014, 05:25:26 pm
Post by: Arcvasti on September 16, 2014, 05:30:45 pm
Post by: ~Neri on September 16, 2014, 05:37:05 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 17, 2014, 05:34:38 pm
The machine prepares to charge, wildly steaming at all of it's joints, it crouches.
You have (3)/3 Primal fire, though it is currently being channeled into a beam of heat. Your natural power remains at 18/26
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 18, 2014, 03:27:00 am
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 18, 2014, 07:47:46 am
Post by: Fallatus on September 18, 2014, 12:38:21 pm
BURN IN ETERNAL PRIMAL FIRE, SOON TO BE NOT!
FIRE!
Post by: Beirus on September 18, 2014, 12:50:00 pm
Post by: Arcvasti on September 18, 2014, 02:04:26 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 18, 2014, 04:47:10 pm
Post by: Fallatus on September 19, 2014, 10:11:57 am
We must learn, Mortal. Approach the machine so that we may study it.
Allow us entry into the realm of knowledge, Grant us passage, our minds freed.
Yes, We should attempt to discern its being by reading the patterns of existence itself. we can't discern much, But some is better than none.
Are they even capable of this? Does all things share existence in this universe? Do they even know of this connection?
We do not know. But we will share anything we can... Within reason of course, If we were to reveal too much it wouldn't be amusing after all.
Mortal, Brethren. What do you know of this world. This Universe. What do we know? We are old, So old we were ancient at our creation. Our fragmentation.
No matter, It's all of the past anyway. Mortal, Examine the wreckage. We must learn. Oh, And Congratulations. It appears you have completed your trial. Thank you.
Vestravenal, Veranstronal, Vertagonal. So it is, So it was, So it will be.
Post by: Urist Mc Dwarf on September 19, 2014, 03:11:33 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 19, 2014, 06:43:58 pm
*Clockwork
**Electric
Post by: Shadestyle on September 19, 2014, 07:36:16 pm
Post by: Arcvasti on September 19, 2014, 07:38:25 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 20, 2014, 05:27:05 pm
Code: [Select]
Sheet for shattered listing.
What manner of precious stone do you reside in?:
What goal aside from the resurrection of your creator do you have?:
What elements and actions are you most attuned to?:As a whole you decide to use a democratic system for actions pertaining to your whole being, using a system of priorities and delegations.
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((Tell me if you aren't in the shattered spoiler or are the wrong gem, I almost certainly don't have everyone, and just say so if you are confused by the system I am using, if the response is bad enough I can just trash it.))
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 20, 2014, 06:04:03 pm
Post by: Arcvasti on September 20, 2014, 06:42:01 pm
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Let Us ask the Ents where the machine-beast came from. Perhaps there We can find technology more suitable then the simple wood and vine of the Ents. Also, attempt to absorb some kinetic energy from Our host and maybe attempt to take some solar energy for ourselves as well.
Post by: Shadestyle on September 20, 2014, 06:45:36 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 20, 2014, 07:25:19 pm
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"Can you feel it young one? Can you feel the entropy? The Chaos all around us? It is there as it must be. For without change there is nothing"
Absorb the chaos energy of an area fairly far away from our host making sure there is enough left for it to eventually return to normal.
Post by: Fallatus on September 21, 2014, 10:09:09 am
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We support the action of discovering where when the machine arrived from.
Our fragmentation took so much from us. We merely had to will it and it was and had always been. now we are lucky if we can sway the thoughts of a mortal... Heh, It will be a fun trip.
Just like we are used to then. well, Exept for the utter powerlessness and inability to protect those we care for.
QUIET. W know that won't stop us. Hrrrgh
Of course it won't, we merely mentioned it.
Well don't, then.
Oh? and what will you do if we do not?
...
...I ...Apologise. We lost control, Of the thought's of loss again.
No need, We know the pain. We apologise for our actions, They were unfounded.
Brethren, Ignore the bickering of a fractured being. let us continue our journey.
Yes, Find out about the machine, Learn. Survive.
Post by: Urist Mc Dwarf on September 21, 2014, 11:41:21 am
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Let us absorb whatever energy we can from this good deed And then let us return to the ents and proclaim our faithfulness
Post by: Shadestyle on September 21, 2014, 05:37:35 pm
The ents wish to have the saw you obtained as a trophy, so they can remember yours and your host's valiant deeds, and share it with generation's to come. While it is rather heavy and cumbersome, you take pause, it might have some use yet.
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Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 21, 2014, 05:47:32 pm
Post by: Arcvasti on September 21, 2014, 06:01:56 pm
In a few days, after We've recovered our energy reserves and done some research, I propose that We go to the west and seek out those that sent the Machine-Beast. Perhaps an peaceful treaty between the ents and the civilization can be arranged, with Us are arbiters?
Post by: Shadestyle on September 21, 2014, 06:28:21 pm
You head out once again in the spirit of experimentation, and attempt to drain kinetic energy from your host, being fully connected to him, you are able to stop him in his tracks for a moment as you drain the equivalent forces. you seem to only be able to drain that if you are touching an object. You attempt to drain small amounts of life from the forest, unfortunately, life is a finicky thing, and works a lot like a spigot, hard to turn on, hard to turn off, getting just a drop is almost impossible.
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Post by: Beirus on September 21, 2014, 08:50:23 pm
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+1 to the lightning rod proposal
Proposal: Nominate myself as Minister of Defense
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 21, 2014, 09:49:15 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 21, 2014, 10:26:36 pm
You allow them to use the sawblade, and aid in constructing a lighting rod from it. Using 10 Units of natural energy, and a touch of chaos, you make a massive tree that bears tiny magical fruit, and place the saw at the very top, an effigy to the destruction of that which would harm the forest.
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 22, 2014, 04:37:15 am
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Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 22, 2014, 08:33:24 am
I refill our chaos energy. I also see if we can drain Magic from one of the berries.
Post by: Beirus on September 22, 2014, 01:09:05 pm
I apologize Jade but I would consider a minister of defense moot as we already have a Minister of Combat and War.Moot? Hardly. Defense means protection, especially of our host. It would be much simpler to have one of us focused on fighting and one of us focus on keeping the host safe, since if only one of us was burdened by both responsibilities they might miss something in the heat of battle that would be detrimental to our goals.
I refill our chaos energy. I also see if we can drain Magic from one of the berries.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 22, 2014, 01:27:42 pm
Fair enough. I repeal my complaint but abstain my vote.I apologize Jade but I would consider a minister of defense moot as we already have a Minister of Combat and War.Moot? Hardly. Defense means protection, especially of our host. It would be much simpler to have one of us focused on fighting and one of us focus on keeping the host safe, since if only one of us was burdened by both responsibilities they might miss something in the heat of battle that would be detrimental to our goals.
I refill our chaos energy. I also see if we can drain Magic from one of the berries.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 22, 2014, 04:17:12 pm
Post by: Urist Mc Dwarf on September 22, 2014, 04:26:12 pm
I also recommend we drain some primal water, enrgy, as well as some light whenever sunrise is.
Post by: Arcvasti on September 22, 2014, 05:17:52 pm
I support a minister of defense. I nominate myself as minister of negotiations and diplomacy, to represent the Shattered to others
I also recommend we drain some primal water, enrgy, as well as some light whenever sunrise is.
I support all of the above decisions.
Post by: Shadestyle on September 22, 2014, 06:05:37 pm
You refill your used unit of chaos energy, and begin to feel a chill in the air, Your ability to contain it however rises very nicely. You head to a nearby river and drain the pure water from it. gaining 2 units of primal water. you also attempt to drain some light energy, but it is far too wily for now, it would take a dedicated effort and focus to grab the essence of the light. Few berries are ready, but the ones you see are rich with stable magic, you won't be able to drain them directly, due to it being to heavily tied to it's source.
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 22, 2014, 06:29:19 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 22, 2014, 06:39:11 pm
I nominate myself as minister of negotiations and diplomacy, to represent the Shattered to othersI believe that we should speak for ourselves. We are by our very nature prone to disagreement. If one were to have greater control over expressing our opinions to outsiders could lead to favoritism.
Post by: Beirus on September 22, 2014, 06:50:36 pm
Post by: Arcvasti on September 22, 2014, 07:38:00 pm
Try to absorb some Primal Earth energy, and see if any of the older trees are willing to share some Primal Life energy.
+1 to absorbing Primal Earth energy. -1 to absorbing Life energy from the forest. We already tried that.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 22, 2014, 07:55:35 pm
Try to absorb some Primal Earth energy, and see if any of the older trees are willing to share some Primal Life energy.+1 to both. A surplus of willingly given Natural Energy cannot be too harmful.
Post by: Fallatus on September 22, 2014, 08:23:33 pm
We agree.I nominate myself as minister of negotiations and diplomacy, to represent the Shattered to othersI believe that we should speak for ourselves. We are by our very nature prone to disagreement. If one were to have greater control over expressing our opinions to outsiders could lead to favoritism.
We are uncertain on what we should do. How may we help this world and it's beings.
No matter. To the best of our abillity, We will attempt to tap into the magic of the world/universe itself, To map out it's ebb and flow, It's height's and depth's. so that we will know where magic thrives and strives. We will do so by establishing a connection then instigating a feedback loop so that it powers itself.
We will attempt to connect to a leyline/nexus. If there are none we will attempt to do so by the connection between all things. Whethever it is life, Spirit or something else. We must learn, If we are to survive in this world.
Speaking of which, What exactly IS the name of this world? And the sawblade may stay with the ents, There was certainly more where we travelled soon.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 22, 2014, 08:45:55 pm
Post by: Fallatus on September 22, 2014, 10:42:29 pm
Attempt to absorb any and all we can without causing harm. To explore our capabilities.
As well as proposing that we automatically/reactively absorb any energy or force directed at us we can unless we state otherwise.
Would certainly be convenient, No?
Post by: ~Neri on September 22, 2014, 10:58:41 pm
((Sheet for shattered listing.
What manner of precious stone do you reside in?: Amethyst
What goal aside from the resurrection of your creator do you have?: Gathering knowledge and having fun
What elements and actions are you most attuned to?: Mind, Hope, and Life.))
I maaaaay have fallen asleep for a moment, what's all this about ministers and proposals?
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 22, 2014, 11:47:25 pm
(Some players nominated themselves ministers of certain subjects, and proposals are described here:
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Also, I think my sheet was not considered for the last update, probably because of the delay.)
Post by: ~Neri on September 23, 2014, 12:03:58 am
Post by: Shadestyle on September 23, 2014, 05:10:49 pm
You attempt to absorb air and earth energies, the air around you grows stale and the earth you absorbed from becomes barren. You ask for some energy from the forest and it overwhelmingly agrees as thanks for saving it from the monster. You ask about the name oif this world, and while it might not be inthe common speak, they inform yyou that this world is called Gererlmal. After having recovered your energy. you make your proposal to Greensign, and he brightly agrees, eager to explore the world outside of his village. You can leave when you please, no proposal required, so long as there is nothing else to be done.
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((Did you post a sheet Kilo? I didn't see it.))
Post by: Beirus on September 23, 2014, 05:26:25 pm
"What else do we need to do here? It might not be wise to drain too much more, lest we upset the balance of this place."
Post by: Yourmaster on September 23, 2014, 06:34:17 pm
What manner of precious stone do you reside in?: Obsidian
What goal aside from the resurrection of your creator do you have?:To change the world by removing the impure, because without death, there can't be purity.
What elements and actions are you most attuned to?: Chaos and purity
Post by: Urist Mc Dwarf on September 23, 2014, 07:35:47 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 23, 2014, 08:49:53 pm
Post by: Beirus on September 23, 2014, 08:57:44 pm
Post by: Fallatus on September 23, 2014, 10:35:22 pm
Attempt to vibrate the air in certain frequency's to make sound. for that is what sound is, Vibrations through the air.
It should be done in front of ourselves or around. But for experimentations sake we should attempt to do so at greater distance as well, "Throwing" our voice.
Maybe we should attempt to absorb vibrative/exited energy first?
Post by: Arcvasti on September 23, 2014, 10:45:20 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 23, 2014, 11:26:31 pm
Topaz, sixteen parallel striations, very regular shape (i.e. perfect 16-lateral symmetry, perfect bilateral symmetry)
What goal aside from the resurrection of your creator do you have?:
Order, stasis, long-term inflexibility yet short-term adaptability, bringing an eldritch personification of this into the currrent world.
What elements and actions are you most attuned to?: Preservation/maintenance, minor manipulation of time perception?
I tend to agree with the idea of attempting to absorb and replicate vibration energy. On the subject of having a Minister of Diplomacy, would anyone consider creating instead a Ministry of Diplomacy once many more of our fellow stones have awakened? Regardless of what we do, keep in mind the fact that we can easily propose a law such that everyone can participate in diplomacy but grant some additional or some less priority based on seniority beyond what we already have.
Post by: Beirus on September 24, 2014, 01:01:58 am
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 24, 2014, 02:23:01 am
Proposal: Use some of the Primal Life Energy and Nature energy to evolve our host into a better form for our journey. We shall make him faster, stronger, better in every way. Maybe with some special methods of delivering attacks, like naturally poisonous claws or a breath-based attack, both of which can be activated at will. And maybe use the unit of Primal Earth we have to make him more enduring.+1
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 24, 2014, 01:47:05 pm
I agree I also propose that we extend the election of a minister for a period of two or more turns for late responses to nomination.Proposal: Use some of the Primal Life Energy and Nature energy to evolve our host into a better form for our journey. We shall make him faster, stronger, better in every way. Maybe with some special methods of delivering attacks, like naturally poisonous claws or a breath-based attack, both of which can be activated at will. And maybe use the unit of Primal Earth we have to make him more enduring.+1
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 24, 2014, 02:37:55 pm
Post by: ~Neri on September 24, 2014, 04:33:42 pm
What if elections required non-self-nomination too? This would probably reduce the rate of elections as well and the chance of future frivolous self-appointments that pass simply from lack of resistance. I think I support Ivoryś two-turn election proposal.I support both the two turn election proposal and the non-self nomination idea.
Proposal: Use some of the Primal Life Energy and Nature energy to evolve our host into a better form for our journey. We shall make him faster, stronger, better in every way. Maybe with some special methods of delivering attacks, like naturally poisonous claws or a breath-based attack, both of which can be activated at will. And maybe use the unit of Primal Earth we have to make him more enduring.We should ask if he is okay with this. No forced mutations.
Post by: Shadestyle on September 24, 2014, 05:23:22 pm
You ask if he would be OK with you enhancing him for the journey to come, and he agrees, but expresses concern for exotic additions. You decide to only use a moderate portion of energy for now, in case he allows the special powers later. He become larger, more defined, vines on his head grow long, to his shoulders, he is very lanky compared to Elder ents, but well muscled by human standards.
He looks less like a child now, and more like a true warrior, his lance is much more wieldy in his newfound strength of body. you absorb many samples of energy, keeping the amounts absorbed tiny for the purpose of maintaining stability.
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((If i miss anything, just tell me and i will fix it quick-like, this is escalating very quickly.))
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 24, 2014, 05:54:38 pm
Use one mind energy and one mana to cast a knowledge spell about the berries.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 24, 2014, 06:01:04 pm
Next, I propose absorbing some more primal earth energy (perhaps from some exposed rock or something to avoid disturbing our surroundings) and order energy (possibly a minuscule amount from the surroundings) and attempting to create representations of the currently awakened Stones on the monolith.
Finally, as an additional minor proposal, I recommend attempting to give the monolith some sort of divine aura, perhaps using divine energy. This may allow it to serve as a beacon to future followers.
Also, I agree about learning about the berries.
(I really hope this is not too proposal-heavy.)
Post by: ~Neri on September 24, 2014, 06:36:02 pm
First, I propose that we exercise our abilities by creating a monolith as a monument to the start of our journey. Order and primal earth should be enough for the basic structure, and a pinch of natural energy might allow some ivy to grow on it to make it look better. Our Minister of Novel Creations, Ivory, may be able to assist us in this project.i second this.
Next, I propose absorbing some more primal earth energy (perhaps from some exposed rock or something to avoid disturbing our surroundings) and order energy (possibly a minuscule amount from the surroundings) and attempting to create representations of the currently awakened Stones on the monolith.
Finally, as an additional minor proposal, I recommend attempting to give the monolith some sort of divine aura, perhaps using divine energy. This may allow it to serve as a beacon to future followers.
Also, I agree about learning about the berries.
(I really hope this is not too proposal-heavy.)
Post by: Arcvasti on September 24, 2014, 06:42:26 pm
First, I propose that we exercise our abilities by creating a monolith as a monument to the start of our journey. Order and primal earth should be enough for the basic structure, and a pinch of natural energy might allow some ivy to grow on it to make it look better. Our Minister of Novel Creations, Ivory, may be able to assist us in this project.i second this.
Next, I propose absorbing some more primal earth energy (perhaps from some exposed rock or something to avoid disturbing our surroundings) and order energy (possibly a minuscule amount from the surroundings) and attempting to create representations of the currently awakened Stones on the monolith.
Finally, as an additional minor proposal, I recommend attempting to give the monolith some sort of divine aura, perhaps using divine energy. This may allow it to serve as a beacon to future followers.
Also, I agree about learning about the berries.
(I really hope this is not too proposal-heavy.)
+1
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 24, 2014, 06:43:46 pm
First, I propose that we exercise our abilities by creating a monolith as a monument to the start of our journey. Order and primal earth should be enough for the basic structure, and a pinch of natural energy might allow some ivy to grow on it to make it look better. Our Minister of Novel Creations, Ivory, may be able to assist us in this project.Hmmm... a second monument is certainly possible. I would prefer to use actual stones summoned with earth (or nature for ebony) but I myself am neither stone nor plant and may be hard to acquire on such short notice. Either way I think engraving it with our story (and perhaps enchanting it to update but that may be difficult) and turning it into a shrine would be perfect. However we might want it in another part of the forest to maintain the secrecy of the ent village. We may want to practice with any energies we are going to use though as our current capacity is lacking. If we do enchant it our knowledge spell will help practice with magic and knowledge.
Next, I propose absorbing some more primal earth energy (perhaps from some exposed rock or something to avoid disturbing our surroundings) and order energy (possibly a minuscule amount from the surroundings) and attempting to create representations of the currently awakened Stones on the monolith.
Finally, as an additional minor proposal, I recommend attempting to give the monolith some sort of divine aura, perhaps using divine energy. This may allow it to serve as a beacon to future followers.
Also, I agree about learning about the berries.
(I really hope this is not too proposal-heavy.)
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 24, 2014, 06:54:12 pm
I, too, support creating it in a more secluded spot. Maybe we can try looking for a barren mountain peak or a cave opening? Either way, in order to select for devoted, strong followers, the first shrine should be difficult to locate and even more difficult to reach. I cannot help but wonder if something along the lines of space or dimensional energy exist, but fear the possible gravitational effects of manipulating either even with our limited supply of energy.First, I propose that we exercise our abilities by creating a monolith as a monument to the start of our journey. Order and primal earth should be enough for the basic structure, and a pinch of natural energy might allow some ivy to grow on it to make it look better. Our Minister of Novel Creations, Ivory, may be able to assist us in this project.Hmmm... a second monument is certainly possible. I would prefer to use actual stones summoned with earth (or nature for ebony) but I myself am neither stone nor plant and may be hard to acquire on such short notice. Either way I think engraving it with our story (and perhaps enchanting it to update but that may be difficult) and turning it into a shrine would be perfect. However we might want it in another part of the forest to maintain the secrecy of the ent village. We may want to practice with any energies we are going to use though as our current capacity is lacking. If we do enchant it our knowledge spell will help practice with magic and knowledge.
Next, I propose absorbing some more primal earth energy (perhaps from some exposed rock or something to avoid disturbing our surroundings) and order energy (possibly a minuscule amount from the surroundings) and attempting to create representations of the currently awakened Stones on the monolith.
Finally, as an additional minor proposal, I recommend attempting to give the monolith some sort of divine aura, perhaps using divine energy. This may allow it to serve as a beacon to future followers.
Also, I agree about learning about the berries.
(I really hope this is not too proposal-heavy.)
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 24, 2014, 07:09:19 pm
I disagree with making the shrine hard to reach. We need followers. I would suggest making it hard to find if you don't know exactly where it is (maybe with a little occlusion magic) so any potential enemies can't find it but your idea may work with a more magical shrine for the creation of high priests and whatnot. We could try converting .1 primal energy into universal energy so as not to effect the environment and not have enough to cause any real damage while verifying it's existence.I, too, support creating it in a more secluded spot. Maybe we can try looking for a barren mountain peak or a cave opening? Either way, in order to select for devoted, strong followers, the first shrine should be difficult to locate and even more difficult to reach. I cannot help but wonder if something along the lines of space or dimensional energy exist, but fear the possible gravitational effects of manipulating either even with our limited supply of energy.First, I propose that we exercise our abilities by creating a monolith as a monument to the start of our journey. Order and primal earth should be enough for the basic structure, and a pinch of natural energy might allow some ivy to grow on it to make it look better. Our Minister of Novel Creations, Ivory, may be able to assist us in this project.Hmmm... a second monument is certainly possible. I would prefer to use actual stones summoned with earth (or nature for ebony) but I myself am neither stone nor plant and may be hard to acquire on such short notice. Either way I think engraving it with our story (and perhaps enchanting it to update but that may be difficult) and turning it into a shrine would be perfect. However we might want it in another part of the forest to maintain the secrecy of the ent village. We may want to practice with any energies we are going to use though as our current capacity is lacking. If we do enchant it our knowledge spell will help practice with magic and knowledge.
Next, I propose absorbing some more primal earth energy (perhaps from some exposed rock or something to avoid disturbing our surroundings) and order energy (possibly a minuscule amount from the surroundings) and attempting to create representations of the currently awakened Stones on the monolith.
Finally, as an additional minor proposal, I recommend attempting to give the monolith some sort of divine aura, perhaps using divine energy. This may allow it to serve as a beacon to future followers.
Also, I agree about learning about the berries.
(I really hope this is not too proposal-heavy.)
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 24, 2014, 07:48:30 pm
+1, I think I am satisfied and have no further revisions.I disagree with making the shrine hard to reach. We need followers. I would suggest making it hard to find if you don't know exactly where it is (maybe with a little occlusion magic) so any potential enemies can't find it but your idea may work with a more magical shrine for the creation of high priests and whatnot. We could try converting .1 primal energy into universal energy so as not to effect the environment and not have enough to cause any real damage while verifying it's existence.I, too, support creating it in a more secluded spot. Maybe we can try looking for a barren mountain peak or a cave opening? Either way, in order to select for devoted, strong followers, the first shrine should be difficult to locate and even more difficult to reach. I cannot help but wonder if something along the lines of space or dimensional energy exist, but fear the possible gravitational effects of manipulating either even with our limited supply of energy.First, I propose that we exercise our abilities by creating a monolith as a monument to the start of our journey. Order and primal earth should be enough for the basic structure, and a pinch of natural energy might allow some ivy to grow on it to make it look better. Our Minister of Novel Creations, Ivory, may be able to assist us in this project.Hmmm... a second monument is certainly possible. I would prefer to use actual stones summoned with earth (or nature for ebony) but I myself am neither stone nor plant and may be hard to acquire on such short notice. Either way I think engraving it with our story (and perhaps enchanting it to update but that may be difficult) and turning it into a shrine would be perfect. However we might want it in another part of the forest to maintain the secrecy of the ent village. We may want to practice with any energies we are going to use though as our current capacity is lacking. If we do enchant it our knowledge spell will help practice with magic and knowledge.
Next, I propose absorbing some more primal earth energy (perhaps from some exposed rock or something to avoid disturbing our surroundings) and order energy (possibly a minuscule amount from the surroundings) and attempting to create representations of the currently awakened Stones on the monolith.
Finally, as an additional minor proposal, I recommend attempting to give the monolith some sort of divine aura, perhaps using divine energy. This may allow it to serve as a beacon to future followers.
Also, I agree about learning about the berries.
(I really hope this is not too proposal-heavy.)
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 24, 2014, 08:12:36 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 24, 2014, 08:15:34 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 24, 2014, 08:31:51 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 25, 2014, 02:17:44 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 25, 2014, 02:33:30 pm
Post by: Yourmaster on September 25, 2014, 02:39:30 pm
+1, I think I am satisfied and have no further revisions.I disagree with making the shrine hard to reach. We need followers. I would suggest making it hard to find if you don't know exactly where it is (maybe with a little occlusion magic) so any potential enemies can't find it but your idea may work with a more magical shrine for the creation of high priests and whatnot. We could try converting .1 primal energy into universal energy so as not to effect the environment and not have enough to cause any real damage while verifying it's existence.I, too, support creating it in a more secluded spot. Maybe we can try looking for a barren mountain peak or a cave opening? Either way, in order to select for devoted, strong followers, the first shrine should be difficult to locate and even more difficult to reach. I cannot help but wonder if something along the lines of space or dimensional energy exist, but fear the possible gravitational effects of manipulating either even with our limited supply of energy.First, I propose that we exercise our abilities by creating a monolith as a monument to the start of our journey. Order and primal earth should be enough for the basic structure, and a pinch of natural energy might allow some ivy to grow on it to make it look better. Our Minister of Novel Creations, Ivory, may be able to assist us in this project.Hmmm... a second monument is certainly possible. I would prefer to use actual stones summoned with earth (or nature for ebony) but I myself am neither stone nor plant and may be hard to acquire on such short notice. Either way I think engraving it with our story (and perhaps enchanting it to update but that may be difficult) and turning it into a shrine would be perfect. However we might want it in another part of the forest to maintain the secrecy of the ent village. We may want to practice with any energies we are going to use though as our current capacity is lacking. If we do enchant it our knowledge spell will help practice with magic and knowledge.
Next, I propose absorbing some more primal earth energy (perhaps from some exposed rock or something to avoid disturbing our surroundings) and order energy (possibly a minuscule amount from the surroundings) and attempting to create representations of the currently awakened Stones on the monolith.
Finally, as an additional minor proposal, I recommend attempting to give the monolith some sort of divine aura, perhaps using divine energy. This may allow it to serve as a beacon to future followers.
Also, I agree about learning about the berries.
(I really hope this is not too proposal-heavy.)
This idea is fine, For we must show what we can do. I hope this will allow us to gain followers and cleanse the impure.
Post by: ~Neri on September 25, 2014, 02:42:32 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 25, 2014, 03:01:53 pm
Why cleanse anyone? Even a cripple believing in us is better then no followers at all. They still give energy.That was my entire argument.
Post by: Yourmaster on September 25, 2014, 04:41:09 pm
Post by: ~Neri on September 25, 2014, 04:55:48 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 25, 2014, 04:56:49 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 25, 2014, 05:18:28 pm
"Yes, some of us do hunt when the beasts are ravenous, I am sure we could track one down." Greensign states. Your internal conflict gives way to hate energy. which floats in the air. you decide to fins a good spot in the nearby mountain, draining the earth energy from the side of it, making a hole of withered soil, which you place a monument at the entrance of. Ivy and moss grow at its base, and energies flow from it, more than enough to communicate the values and energies of your god and yourself to followers that find their way to this place. Here they can also find peace and enlightenment, and provide you with worshipers in turn. you spend a good amount of energy doing this.
You cast Gain knowledge on the berries, they grow minute amounts of chaotic and magical energy, in a good season the chaotic energies get powerful enough to play little pranks on the things that eat them.
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((Yes you can and yes it does, in that order.))
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 25, 2014, 05:42:45 pm
Find a good spot to wait and slow down Greensign's sense of time by a factor of a hundred thousand. When he tires of this, let time flow normally and see if any worshippers have appeared around the monolith. Do not forget to reassure Greensign that as a prophet of the Shattered, the worshippers will be forbidden from hurting him. We may even require the worshippers to pay him some respect.
I justify this proposal with the argument that the more concentrated divine energy from direct worship will be more useful than the vague reverence and awe the ent community has given us. It may also allow us to absorb some order energy from the order inherent to gatherings of worshippers with a fairly specific purpose or mind energy if they consent (which they probably will interpret as a small, necessary sacrifice to their new deity anyway). Of course, I still think we should study the boar first, because that will likely take less time, but then again, having a small contingent of worshippers created from the nearby settlement may make our first direct meeting with their people go more smoothly.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 25, 2014, 05:44:49 pm
"The hunt is on!" Let's go hunt some boar to get it's ivory and practice with magic and mind on the way so we can cast a spell for the monument to self update with the story of our god and us as well as protect it from enemies.
Absorb some more earth and summon the stones (and wood) of my brothers and place them in a circle on the shrine with room for me.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 25, 2014, 05:50:52 pm
((What about my berry knowledge spell? Also I'd like to add magic to my specialties.))+1 to the construction idea.[/quote
"The hunt is on!" Let's go hunt some boar to get it's ivory and practice with magic and mind on the way so we can cast a spell for the monument to self update with the story of our god and us as well as protect it from enemies.
Absorb some more earth and summon the stones (and wood) of my brothers and place them in a circle on the shrine with room for me.
Post by: Shadestyle on September 25, 2014, 05:53:16 pm
((What about my berry knowledge spell? Also I'd like to add magic to my specialties.))(fixed)
"The hunt is on!" Let's go hunt some boar to get it's ivory and practice with magic and mind on the way so we can cast a spell for the monument to self update with the story of our god and us as well as protect it from enemies.
Absorb some more earth and summon the stones (and wood) of my brothers and place them in a circle on the shrine with room for me.
Post by: Yourmaster on September 25, 2014, 05:57:23 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 25, 2014, 06:01:08 pm
Post by: Yourmaster on September 25, 2014, 06:24:55 pm
Post by: Fallatus on September 25, 2014, 08:36:20 pm
Remember, There are many ways to "destroy" something. It is from our experience that killing is detrimental to cleansing corruption. When you kill, At most you are stagnating the spread of the impure, But you can never destroy it. When you "help" someone however, By converting, Helping or "cleansing" them, We find that it has far more lasting impact. Dead beings don't spread their beliefs or knowledge after all. While this method is a far more long term play, It may take centuries or even millenia, It is very much worth it in the end. We have found that non killing ways of cleansing the impure always leads to some form of resistance against impurity and suffering. After all, If beings talk about another being that is able to cleanse their wickedness and remove their suffering without killing, They are more likely to seek it out. Plus, Not killing tends to give you a better reputation than killing does. That is our memory of our observation.
Post by: ~Neri on September 25, 2014, 08:50:34 pm
I think our main options right now are absorbing the hate energy (inclusive) or locating a boar for research on life. I suggest that we do both. Also, here is an additional proposal which may be useful for the future:
Find a good spot to wait and slow down Greensign's sense of time by a factor of a hundred thousand. When he tires of this, let time flow normally and see if any worshippers have appeared around the monolith. Do not forget to reassure Greensign that as a prophet of the Shattered, the worshippers will be forbidden from hurting him. We may even require the worshippers to pay him some respect.
I justify this proposal with the argument that the more concentrated divine energy from direct worship will be more useful than the vague reverence and awe the ent community has given us. It may also allow us to absorb some order energy from the order inherent to gatherings of worshippers with a fairly specific purpose or mind energy if they consent (which they probably will interpret as a small, necessary sacrifice to their new deity anyway). Of course, I still think we should study the boar first, because that will likely take less time, but then again, having a small contingent of worshippers created from the nearby settlement may make our first direct meeting with their people go more smoothly.
I question the logic of sitting and waiting for worshipers. Why would worshipers just show up? The only thing we have really done so far in the mortal mind's viewpoint is kill a "monster" and make a shrine. And they don't even know about the second one. Perhaps give the shrine a sort of... Pull that will cause mortals to move towards it? When they encounter us we could preform sufficient feats to get ourselves a few worshipers, then have them go spread the word.
I propose giving the shrine a positive tug to draw mortals to it. A small amount of Hope, Mind, Life, and Nature energy should result in the mortals feeling positive and hopeful as they travel towards it, likely resulting in a greater influx of potential worshipers.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 25, 2014, 08:57:02 pm
+1 for the correction of a serious oversight, but we have no hope (literally, at the moment).I think our main options right now are absorbing the hate energy (inclusive) or locating a boar for research on life. I suggest that we do both. Also, here is an additional proposal which may be useful for the future:
Find a good spot to wait and slow down Greensign's sense of time by a factor of a hundred thousand. When he tires of this, let time flow normally and see if any worshippers have appeared around the monolith. Do not forget to reassure Greensign that as a prophet of the Shattered, the worshippers will be forbidden from hurting him. We may even require the worshippers to pay him some respect.
I justify this proposal with the argument that the more concentrated divine energy from direct worship will be more useful than the vague reverence and awe the ent community has given us. It may also allow us to absorb some order energy from the order inherent to gatherings of worshippers with a fairly specific purpose or mind energy if they consent (which they probably will interpret as a small, necessary sacrifice to their new deity anyway). Of course, I still think we should study the boar first, because that will likely take less time, but then again, having a small contingent of worshippers created from the nearby settlement may make our first direct meeting with their people go more smoothly.
I question the logic of sitting and waiting for worshipers. Why would worshipers just show up? The only thing we have really done so far in the mortal mind's viewpoint is kill a "monster" and make a shrine. And they don't even know about the second one. Perhaps give the shrine a sort of... Pull that will cause mortals to move towards it? When they encounter us we could preform sufficient feats to get ourselves a few worshipers, then have them go spread the word.
I propose giving the shrine a positive tug to draw mortals to it. A small amount of Hope, Mind, Life, and Nature energy should result in the mortals feeling positive and hopeful as they travel towards it, likely resulting in a greater influx of potential worshipers.
Post by: Beirus on September 25, 2014, 09:04:03 pm
+1 to boar killing, -1 to waiting around. Also, +1 to absorbing as much Primal Earth energy as the land is willing to give us. I think that was a proposal. If it isn't, propose it.
((Darn ninja Kevak.))
Post by: ~Neri on September 25, 2014, 09:05:18 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 25, 2014, 10:59:01 pm
There should be a good deal of hope energy wafting around the ent village due to the slaying of a monster that terrorized the forest. I suggest we collect various emotional energies there for later use.+1. I predict that we will benefit especially from curiosity energy.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 26, 2014, 10:25:43 am
You cast Gain knowledge on the berries, they grow minute amounts of chaotic and magical energy, in a good season the chaotic energies get powerful enough to play little pranks on the things that eat them.
minute amounts of chaotic and magical energy, in a good season the chaotic energies get powerful enough to play little pranks on the things that eat them.
in a good season the chaotic energies get powerful enough to play little pranks on the things that eat them.((Mother of god! We've created Poison Joke!))
I vote in favor of killing the boar. It shall be a good way for Greensign to get used to his new form. However, I also think after we complete this monolith, we should continue on our journey. After all, waiting around for followers who have never heard of our deeds will not be worth the missed opportunity to gain fame. Especially since the Ents are probably the only ones who are aware of us. And if we just draw people here without them knowing of us, the energy of their worship may not be as strong. I agree that it would be better to do some deeds and gain fame before we start trying to attract random people.Agreed. I think part of the earlier plan was to make it difficult to find so our enemies cannot find it unless they know exactly where it is.
+1 to boar killing, -1 to waiting around. Also, +1 to absorbing as much Primal Earth energy as the land is willing to give us. I think that was a proposal. If it isn't, propose it.
((Darn ninja Kevak.))
I begin attempting to attune to mana and mind energy as we did with nature.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 26, 2014, 01:06:48 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 26, 2014, 01:21:00 pm
Post by: ~Neri on September 26, 2014, 01:28:18 pm
By the time we have enemies, the monolith should have sufficient enchantments to defend itself and nearby pilgrims.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 26, 2014, 01:44:28 pm
Post by: ~Neri on September 26, 2014, 02:14:53 pm
And remember, I said early on. I fully intend to give the Monolith defenses to protect itself and nearby pilgrims by the time other religious factions gain awareness of it.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 26, 2014, 02:29:48 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 26, 2014, 03:20:07 pm
Post by: ~Neri on September 26, 2014, 04:03:33 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 26, 2014, 04:18:06 pm
We could also give the Monolith a way to cause a feedback loop with local energy, resulting in increased and easily accessible local energy for followers and ourselves to draw upon as time passes, maybe later on give the Monolith its own mind so it can continue to benefit the world even should we fail in our quest or are absent from the area nearby it for a long time.+1. This can also work as a defense mechanism to overload intruders quite easily. Mind blasts? Rapid mineralization of flesh? Straightforward total incineration? Conversion to plant life? Poison clouds? Forced conversion to our following? Time-perception-based paralysis? Simple rockfall? The possibilities are truly endless.
Post by: ~Neri on September 26, 2014, 04:26:04 pm
We should probably make a sort of network for the Monoliths to access, since I think we will likely be making multiple Monoliths, may as well make a power network to tap from and so they can share information amongst one another.We could also give the Monolith a way to cause a feedback loop with local energy, resulting in increased and easily accessible local energy for followers and ourselves to draw upon as time passes, maybe later on give the Monolith its own mind so it can continue to benefit the world even should we fail in our quest or are absent from the area nearby it for a long time.+1. This can also work as a defense mechanism to overload intruders quite easily. Mind blasts? Rapid mineralization of flesh? Straightforward total incineration? Conversion to plant life? Poison clouds? Forced conversion to our following? Time-perception-based paralysis? Simple rockfall? The possibilities are truly endless.
Post by: Shadestyle on September 26, 2014, 05:09:45 pm
The hunt begins, you seek out a boar, and your host kills it with ease, you study its life forces, and discover that it only exists in a body while it is alive, as expected, however, the bones and brain contain what you believe is a small soul, which you sift over to the tusks for study. your host carves the ivory tusks from it and bring them to thew shrine, where you begin to absorb large amounts of earth energy, using it to summon the stones and wood of your brethren, setting them all throughout the shrine, and placing the ivory in it's slot in turn. One tusk remains, You also give your monument a positive tug using emotional energies from the village of ents. At long last after your hard work, your journey begins, after walking for a time you find few landmarks other than an out of place cactus. you make good time, eventually finding yourself at the precipice of a savanna, and beyond that, a desert. several plants and animals wander about. Within sight are a few points of interest, a scar in the land, looking deep and dangerous, a series of caves, both looking dry as bone and covered in mosses and vines, and a massive hot spring. you could also continue on going west.
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 26, 2014, 05:18:11 pm
Post by: ~Neri on September 26, 2014, 05:23:27 pm
I propose entering the scar in the earth, shifting to a resting position, and attempting to commun(icat)e with intelligences both on this world and outside, making sure to break contact quickly at the first sign of malevolence. Emphasis should be placed on beings of great coherence or organization. This will probably help exercise our Mind energy.I agree with this, although we should be /Extremely/ careful.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 26, 2014, 05:30:49 pm
"Hmmm... Let's magic you up and keep going."
Cast a spell using water and mana to make sure our plant friend won't die or anything.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 26, 2014, 05:36:17 pm
((I think it is flawed that we can't vote against something.))+1
"Hmmm... Let's magic you up and keep going."
Cast a spell using water and mana to make sure our plant friend won't die or anything.
(There is always persuading the agreeing people or amending the proposals as sabotage until no one can actually agree on it or the great classic of filibustering (which may or may not work in here).)
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 26, 2014, 05:41:24 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 26, 2014, 05:47:29 pm
ADDIT:
(Actually, I may as well start that off now.)
I propose that future proposals require 70% of the vote to pass. Discuss furiously and amend (especially the required proportion).
Post by: Shadestyle on September 26, 2014, 07:09:48 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 26, 2014, 07:13:20 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 26, 2014, 09:58:06 pm
On voter registration (Yay loaded political terms :P), that might also help with the disappearance problems too. Are votes currently counted based on recently active people, total registered players, or something else? This might have a significant effect on what policy to adopt.
Regarding the two-turn proposal votes, it seems like "not directly relevant" may be somewhat subjective. Perhaps people could instead vote to put off certain proposals? In this case, I recommend requiring only a significant minority (say 30%) to move for a delay to cause a delay, although by this point, we may be creating a slightly overcomplicated system.)
Post by: Fallatus on September 27, 2014, 01:50:07 am
What we mean is study/sense the magic of this world so that we know what type it is and how it works. Is there leylines for example? how can it be directed and focused, Not to mention spread out. we wish to learn. that is our proposal, to learn more about magic and it's nuances.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 27, 2014, 11:51:08 am
(What about if it counts only people who actually vote yes/no? This way, abstention produces no net effect on the results, and voting no actually affects the outcome.By not directly relevant I mean neither us nor our host would be endangered by putting it off.
On voter registration (Yay loaded political terms :P), that might also help with the disappearance problems too. Are votes currently counted based on recently active people, total registered players, or something else? This might have a significant effect on what policy to adopt.
Regarding the two-turn proposal votes, it seems like "not directly relevant" may be somewhat subjective. Perhaps people could instead vote to put off certain proposals? In this case, I recommend requiring only a significant minority (say 30%) to move for a delay to cause a delay, although by this point, we may be creating a slightly overcomplicated system.)
Post by: Shadestyle on September 27, 2014, 06:14:51 pm
(I base votes on total people in the game. but yeah, adding the ability to vote "No" should help things along. Now you will have to pay close attention to proposals, as 1 vote can make or break one at the current population.)
You and your host enter the scar, and you both begin meditating, seeing if there is truly any life in the inky blackness, several small beasts, bugs, 1 or two humans on the very edge of your sense, and a sealed force, trapped in a cage of magic and light meet your psychic gaze, but you detect no true malevolence, hunger, anger, indignation, frustration, these things are all floating around, their sources varied and many.
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Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 27, 2014, 06:41:38 pm
Post by: Beirus on September 27, 2014, 07:11:30 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 27, 2014, 08:38:39 pm
Summary:
Yes/+1 to Ivory's recommendation of helping on the condition that the caged being is not much stronger than us.
Recommendation/proposal to free the caged being by absorbing its prison if we judge it to be safe.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 27, 2014, 08:53:58 pm
Perhaps, but what if there is a reason it is caged? It may be dangerous by its very nature, not through any ill will towards anyone.A cage designed to contain such a being will likely protect us long enough for us to observe and decide if we want to free it.
Post by: Arcvasti on September 27, 2014, 09:09:23 pm
+1 to investigating the cage and the creature within it.
-1 to freeing it until We know more about it, its cage and who imprisoned it. A mistake could cost Us the lives of Our host, Ours or, at the very least, Our energy hoard. Best to proceed carefully and cautiously, lest We free something We later have to subdue.
Post by: Beirus on September 27, 2014, 09:11:19 pm
I agree, but your earlier desire to rush to its aid before knowing anything of it was foolish. I would agree to observing the thing, but I will not give my support to helping it at this juncture.Perhaps, but what if there is a reason it is caged? It may be dangerous by its very nature, not through any ill will towards anyone.A cage designed to contain such a being will likely protect us long enough for us to observe and decide if we want to free it.
+1 to observing, -1 to freeing it, at least until we know more.
((Darn ninja.))
Post by: Shadestyle on September 28, 2014, 04:53:33 pm
You head down into the dark depths, approaching the glowing cage at the bottom, a bright white glow. inside, a strange being reclines on a floating couch. burgundy with bright blue stripes. The creature itself appears to be a quadrupedal being made from red metal tetominoes, orange lightning arcing between the individual pieces. It's organic looking eyes appear to be closed, floating in open air between it's other pieces. it seems to have not noticed you.
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Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 28, 2014, 06:09:28 pm
I did not say we should free it. I said we should approach it and determine the pros and cons of freeing it.I agree, but your earlier desire to rush to its aid before knowing anything of it was foolish. I would agree to observing the thing, but I will not give my support to helping it at this juncture.Perhaps, but what if there is a reason it is caged? It may be dangerous by its very nature, not through any ill will towards anyone.A cage designed to contain such a being will likely protect us long enough for us to observe and decide if we want to free it.
+1 to observing, -1 to freeing it, at least until we know more.
((Darn ninja.))
Post by: ~Neri on September 28, 2014, 06:30:18 pm
Post by: Arcvasti on September 28, 2014, 06:34:30 pm
+1 to Meditating on the nature of magic. However, perhaps We should do so elsewhere, once We have resolved the current situation.
Medium-Term Proposal: We should perhaps also invest in a means of interfacing with technology from a distance. That would probably require some Divine energy, perhaps Electric and some Order too. This would allow Us to reprogram or disable entities like the beast of the forest, rather then resorting to violence. It might also prove invaluable in a more technological land, like the one We journey towards.
Post by: ~Neri on September 28, 2014, 06:41:10 pm
Do We possess normal telepathy? We most certainly have communication with plants, but that may not suffice for communication with this entity or, really, anything that isn't vegetative. If it turns out that We do not have this vital mental power, let Us expend some of Our Divine energy to gain the means to communicate with anything with a mind. It may aid Our decision in the hours to come and will undoubtedly be a useful investment. Should We already have telepathy, let Us attempt to communicate with the Caged.I support both of those proposals.
+1 to Meditating on the nature of magic. However, perhaps We should do so elsewhere, once We have resolved the current situation.
Medium-Term Proposal: We should perhaps also invest in a means of interfacing with technology from a distance. That would probably require some Divine energy, perhaps Electric and some Order too. This would allow Us to reprogram or disable entities like the beast of the forest, rather then resorting to violence. It might also prove invaluable in a more technological land, like the one We journey towards.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 28, 2014, 08:19:11 pm
+1Do We possess normal telepathy? We most certainly have communication with plants, but that may not suffice for communication with this entity or, really, anything that isn't vegetative. If it turns out that We do not have this vital mental power, let Us expend some of Our Divine energy to gain the means to communicate with anything with a mind. It may aid Our decision in the hours to come and will undoubtedly be a useful investment. Should We already have telepathy, let Us attempt to communicate with the Caged.I support both of those proposals.
+1 to Meditating on the nature of magic. However, perhaps We should do so elsewhere, once We have resolved the current situation.
Medium-Term Proposal: We should perhaps also invest in a means of interfacing with technology from a distance. That would probably require some Divine energy, perhaps Electric and some Order too. This would allow Us to reprogram or disable entities like the beast of the forest, rather then resorting to violence. It might also prove invaluable in a more technological land, like the one We journey towards.
Post by: Beirus on September 28, 2014, 08:31:57 pm
"Oh? Then why do I recall you saying that helping it may help us, and then only speaking of observing it before making a decision after Topaz suggested it? Not that it matters much anymore. We are here, and I suppose this is as good a chance as any to observe it."I did not say we should free it. I said we should approach it and determine the pros and cons of freeing it.I agree, but your earlier desire to rush to its aid before knowing anything of it was foolish. I would agree to observing the thing, but I will not give my support to helping it at this juncture.Perhaps, but what if there is a reason it is caged? It may be dangerous by its very nature, not through any ill will towards anyone.A cage designed to contain such a being will likely protect us long enough for us to observe and decide if we want to free it.
+1 to observing, -1 to freeing it, at least until we know more.
((Darn ninja.))
+1 to both of Arcvasti's proposals.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 28, 2014, 08:42:58 pm
I said:"Oh? Then why do I recall you saying that helping it may help us, and then only speaking of observing it before making a decision after Topaz suggested it? Not that it matters much anymore. We are here, and I suppose this is as good a chance as any to observe it."I did not say we should free it. I said we should approach it and determine the pros and cons of freeing it.I agree, but your earlier desire to rush to its aid before knowing anything of it was foolish. I would agree to observing the thing, but I will not give my support to helping it at this juncture.Perhaps, but what if there is a reason it is caged? It may be dangerous by its very nature, not through any ill will towards anyone.A cage designed to contain such a being will likely protect us long enough for us to observe and decide if we want to free it.
+1 to observing, -1 to freeing it, at least until we know more.
((Darn ninja.))
+1 to both of Arcvasti's proposals.
To the caged being! Helping it may help us and as it is caged it will likely pose little threat at this time.Emphasis on may and I said at this time in that we weren't going to be idiots and let it out but observe it. I believe there was a misunderstanding of my intent.
Post by: Beirus on September 28, 2014, 10:18:04 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 29, 2014, 02:07:14 am
Post by: ~Neri on September 29, 2014, 02:17:55 am
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 29, 2014, 04:30:34 am
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On a more relevant note, I vote NAY/-1 on Topaz's proposal to slow down Greensign's time perception.
Post by: ~Neri on September 29, 2014, 06:34:05 am
I'll vote nay on the time slowing proposal as well.Spoiler: Incredible silliness with color and glow tags (click to show/hide)
On a more relevant note, I vote NAY/-1 on Topaz's proposal to slow down Greensign's time perception.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 29, 2014, 08:44:37 am
I also vote nay!I'll vote nay on the time slowing proposal as well.Spoiler: Incredible silliness with color and glow tags (click to show/hide)
On a more relevant note, I vote NAY/-1 on Topaz's proposal to slow down Greensign's time perception.
Post by: Urist Mc Dwarf on September 29, 2014, 04:01:16 pm
I also vote nayI also vote nay!I'll vote nay on the time slowing proposal as well.Spoiler: Incredible silliness with color and glow tags (click to show/hide)
On a more relevant note, I vote NAY/-1 on Topaz's proposal to slow down Greensign's time perception.
Post by: Beirus on September 29, 2014, 04:35:14 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on September 29, 2014, 05:05:43 pm
You observe some more, and the Beast turns to face you, speaking in some unknown language, echoing and booming in tone, but without any real emotion.
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Post by: XXXXYYYY on September 29, 2014, 05:28:54 pm
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'I too agree to no time slowing, for what fun is there in just waiting, when investigation is still viable? Its shape interests me. I propose we look closer and examine.'
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 29, 2014, 06:10:40 pm
Currently, Ebony's two proposals have the support of 4/4 voters from 4/8 total Stones (prior to Moonstone's status-unknown awakening). I propose that we make it so that a unanimous vote by 50% or so of all awakened Stones, active or not, allows a one-turn resolution, pass or fail. The 50% figure probably needs some adjustment, so raise or lower it as much as you feel necessary.
(With all this adminny stuff going on, I will try not to be too surprised if someone nominates me Minister of Apocalyptically Suffocating Bureaucracy.:P)
Post by: XXXXYYYY on September 29, 2014, 07:14:56 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 29, 2014, 09:19:17 pm
I agree with Ebony's proposals as well. The more we can communicate, the more we can know. I, for one, propose that after this, we attempt to drain as much chaos and order out of a small area as possible at the same time. Seeing as when one is taken, the other flows to fill the void, it would be interesting and informative to see the result. In addition, it would fill our reserves quite nicely.+1 to the strange drainings.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on September 30, 2014, 08:56:46 am
I agree with Ebony's proposals as well. The more we can communicate, the more we can know. I, for one, propose that after this, we attempt to drain as much chaos and order out of a small area as possible at the same time. Seeing as when one is taken, the other flows to fill the void, it would be interesting and informative to see the result. In addition, it would fill our reserves quite nicely.((quoting you is hilarious.))I agree with the above statement.
Post by: ~Neri on September 30, 2014, 12:20:01 pm
I agree with Ebony's proposals as well. The more we can communicate, the more we can know. I, for one, propose that after this, we attempt to drain as much chaos and order out of a small area as possible at the same time. Seeing as when one is taken, the other flows to fill the void, it would be interesting and informative to see the result. In addition, it would fill our reserves quite nicely.I support this as well.
((Any chance we can get a codedump of that gradient code~?Alterations and derivatives of it could be super useful for forum games~ I know I would use a derivative or twenty~))
Post by: XXXXYYYY on September 30, 2014, 03:28:40 pm
I agree with Ebony's proposals as well. The more we can communicate, the more we can know. I, for one, propose that after this, we attempt to drain as much chaos and order out of a small area as possible at the same time. Seeing as when one is taken, the other flows to fill the void, it would be interesting and informative to see the result. In addition, it would fill our reserves quite nicely.I support this as well.
((Any chance we can get a codedump of that gradient code~?Alterations and derivatives of it could be super useful for forum games~ I know I would use a derivative or twenty~))
((Sure! It's in python, but I'll see if I can put it into Flask or somethin and edit in the link. Just a few functions to make and format the string.))
((Note:was too lazy to bother making a actual good UI. I just ran it in IDLE. :/))
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((Also, fun fact: I use around far=35 to 45 for those strings))
EDIT: The online version is below.
Post by: ~Neri on September 30, 2014, 03:53:53 pm
Post by: XXXXYYYY on September 30, 2014, 04:49:45 pm
((
Post by: Shadestyle on September 30, 2014, 05:04:26 pm
You silently watch the creature, and it observes you as well, eventually it begins chuckling, or something similar to that, seeing the contrast between the simple ent and the rainbow colored mask.
It speaks again in the booming voice of it's. "Evlemon ga sever tumon froake lamtevian sa."
((you guys want to pass that topaz proposal immediately for convenience?))
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Post by: Arcvasti on September 30, 2014, 05:06:24 pm
((you guys want to pass that topaz proposal immediately for convenience?))
[[Don't be ridiculous, that would require Topaz's proposal to be passed to be feasible]]
[[I'm fine with it.]]
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 30, 2014, 05:11:40 pm
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Post by: Shadestyle on September 30, 2014, 05:15:38 pm
I think I have already voted on all the proposals and really have nothing to add (at the moment). Is there any disagreement among the remaining Stones on any of the issues? Right now, it seems like this turn will be a bit of a blank turn.((yours is more drastic, but also seems to be smoother.))Spoiler: (Variations on a theme) (click to show/hide)
Post by: XXXXYYYY on September 30, 2014, 07:03:42 pm
I think I have already voted on all the proposals and really have nothing to add (at the moment). Is there any disagreement among the remaining Stones on any of the issues? Right now, it seems like this turn will be a bit of a blank turn.((yours is more drastic, but also seems to be smoother.))Spoiler: (Variations on a theme) (click to show/hide)
I think I have already voted on all the proposals and really have nothing to add (at the moment). Is there any disagreement among the remaining Stones on any of the issues? Right now, it seems like this turn will be a bit of a blank turn.((Yeah, it most likely is, as I made no attempt to smooth it out. I just wanted to throw a thing togeather because I'm lazy and couldn't be bothered to make anything better. Yours looks great, and I would tinker around with it if I had python 3.0 (or any knowledge of such). As a small side note, I made a couple changes to my web version (http://xxxxyyyy.pythonanywhere.com), like making the text input multiline.))Spoiler: (Variations on a theme) (click to show/hide)
((Oh yeah, if it matters, that code is in 2.7))
Post by: ~Neri on September 30, 2014, 07:07:51 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on September 30, 2014, 07:20:06 pm
Regarding the FG&RP resources, I release my own code to whatever is the most permissive license possible under the constraints of the forum TOC and copyright law. Copy, modify, and stuff however you like for whatever you want even without attribution to Kilojoule Proton.
Finally, for anyone wanting to use my code who does not want to have to learn Python to modify it, vel controls the random variation from character to character (bigger -> more variation), h_len controls how slowly the color cycle progresses (bigger -> slower), and amp controls how much the cyclical change even affects anything. They all have three values. The first is the brightness, the second is the difference between green and blue, and the third is the difference between green and red. Thus, you can actually make the output have constant luminance and varying hue or constant hue and varying luminance or anything in between.)
Post by: XXXXYYYY on September 30, 2014, 07:34:35 pm
Edit1:
(Regarding the code, I am a bit flattered, but to be honest, the only difference I have noticed between 2.7 and 3.x is that print is a function an will raise an ExceptionError if used as before. My own code got a bit muddled after I decided to use YUV colors for the backend (not that there is much of a separation between that and the frontend) for their better basis in human perception and most of the time spent on the script was spent on removing errors in the conversion functions. Your code is a lot neater and less bloated, from my somewhat limited perspective.((Thank you! The main reason (I think) mine is smaller is that I just used two RGB numbers to make a simple linear gradient instead of your YUV magics that allow it to go between multiple colors not in a linear progression.))
Regarding the FG&RP resources, I release my own code to whatever is the most permissive license possible under the constraints of the forum TOC and copyright law. Copy, modify, and stuff however you like for whatever you want even without attribution to Kilojoule Proton.
Finally, for anyone wanting to use my code who does not want to have to learn Python to modify it, vel controls the random variation from character to character (bigger -> more variation), h_len controls how slowly the color cycle progresses (bigger -> slower), and amp controls how much the cyclical change even affects anything. They all have three values. The first is the brightness, the second is the difference between green and blue, and the third is the difference between green and red. Thus, you can actually make the output have constant luminance and varying hue or constant hue and varying luminance or anything in between.)
Edit2:((Also, I have a tendency of repeated edits on a post. I guess it's a carry-over from text chats, where I have a wierd habit of using enter instead of commas. Sorry bout that. :/))
Edit3:((Hmm. My web code seems to be dropping newlines. ??? BUG FIX TIME))
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on October 01, 2014, 04:37:28 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on October 01, 2014, 05:45:26 pm
"Much better." The being's voice rings out in your mind. "Normally i would beat around the bush, but I basically already know everything about you. so here is the Deal, Been stuck here for about thirteen cycles of reality being destroyed and recreated. and I am getting very bored, so if you let a portion of my essence free as a... diplomat, in your little self contained world, I might have a trick or two for you. you cannot help but wonder if all voices sound purple in your mind.
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Post by: XXXXYYYY on October 01, 2014, 06:40:54 pm
((Yes.))((??))
((Also, I drew a thing:))
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 01, 2014, 06:57:43 pm
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Post by: Beirus on October 01, 2014, 06:59:04 pm
Proposal: Ask for a small demonstration of the being's powers inside the cage, so that we may have more information when we consider whether we should let it join us.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 01, 2014, 07:01:29 pm
This merits consideration. But what could it do if it joins us? Could it take our power, or usurp us? I suppose we should ask more of it.+1
Proposal: Ask for a small demonstration of the being's powers inside the cage, so that we may have more information when we consider whether we should let it join us.
Post by: ~Neri on October 01, 2014, 07:35:21 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 01, 2014, 07:44:13 pm
Also ask it to define "diplomat"+1. Oh, the things diplomats can get away with doing!
Post by: Fallatus on October 02, 2014, 05:15:30 am
brethren we must be cautious. any cage that lasts cycles is a mighty construct not easily made nor destroyed.
And we sense something of it. something sickenly familliar. Of destruction and change. we must know more.
we must see it's history from its view, We must enter it's pattern to observe.
Read its mind, Its memory. Let no deception occur.
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Post by: Yourmaster on October 02, 2014, 06:03:35 am
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on October 02, 2014, 09:47:52 am
((Yes.))((??))
((you guys want to pass that topaz proposal immediately for convenience?))
Post by: Fallatus on October 02, 2014, 12:36:11 pm
Something must have translated incorrectly between our minds and this shard. We mean to observe it's pattern.
Following a singular part of the pattern is something even a mortal can do safely, It is when attempting to observe more than your mind is capable of things get strange.
We simply must observe along it like you would travel a road, Begin at one end and stop at the other. Individual being have clear ends, It is the pattern itself which does not.
Of course, The pattern may have a different name in this world, If it has been discovered at all. But it exists, In every world and universe. After all it is responsible for anything at all existing.
We must search through this caged beings temporal spacial thread. observe but not interviene.
I do not think they understand.
Agreed for now, We will simply observe the caged one's mind like one would a painting or mirror then, Unless the pattern is consulted in its stead.
A shame. Using it is as simple as reaching into something very existence and beholding its beauty. once done, You simply know.
Post by: Shadestyle on October 02, 2014, 04:47:03 pm
"Basically, the terms of this little deal are, you take a piece of me on tour, and I give you a perk or two, and since there is no point in being dishonest, you also insure the end of this creation cycle in approximately 236 trillion centuries by accepting my deal, though to be fair, you not releasing a portion of my essence would delay that by a few thousand years at best. glancing at the structure of his mind, you see one crucial thing, it is as solid as matter, most minds, even ones which would drive a being mad by gazing upon it have a sort of clear, liquid consistency, this one however, is as solid as the gold bricks that make up this creature's body. And that besides, releasing a portion of my essence is actually a purpose of this cage, a pantheon of gods could not dent it, and only one piece of myself can exit, upon which it gains power over time from a variety of sources, without something to attach to however, it would remain in this pit with me until some poor fool fails to notice the giant monstrosity right behind the tiny gold trinket. In short, only my perspective and the barest morsel of power can exit this place, and you are the first thing to appear here in over a hundred years, I grow bored of eons in this cage, followed by destroying everything for a few sweet days, a 'world tour' of sorts might freshen my perspective of you little ants. And in the sake of honesty, I will say that given the opportunity, I will make a request or two of my own. and take action to preserve myself if I deem it necessary."
The out of place couch he was sitting on blinks out of existence, his interest caught and A tiny shred of his respect earned at your audacious questioning. a few hundred portions of himself float behind him, falling to the ground in sequence.
"In short, any consequence of your actions will not take place for your own lifetime times several thousand. I sit here for eons, then destroy everything, then the prick creator fixes up a new world and dumps me in a deep pit, lather, rinse, repeat."
"I am not sure we should trust this guy, but I do trust you, shattered ones, your choice is yours to make.
You decide to absorb the order and chaos from an area right after this.
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Post by: Arcvasti on October 02, 2014, 05:00:52 pm
I , Ebony, Ruin-Gem of the Shattered, propose to allow this creature's "diplomat" entrance to the ranks of the Shattered as one of Us.
Post by: Beirus on October 02, 2014, 05:26:52 pm
Tentative +1 to accepting the thing, since we probably won't be around for the eventual destructive consequences.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 02, 2014, 05:40:46 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on October 02, 2014, 06:59:52 pm
Post by: Fallatus on October 03, 2014, 07:47:23 am
Neither destruction nor ends are evil or even remotely bad, Merely another part of existence. We vote for this amusement.
Hahahaha. Yes! Show us what amusement our action will make us gain.
We hope this is not a regretfull action. We would dislike for this choice to cause death and suffering.
Of course, Death is the least amusing of all. Static and unchanging it brings nothing new by itself only by its repercussions.
We would like to question how this being escapes at the end of its imprisonment however, If this cage is as secure as it claims.
Post by: XXXXYYYY on October 03, 2014, 07:54:23 am
((Ah, k))((Yes.))((??))((you guys want to pass that topaz proposal immediately for convenience?))
Post by: Shadestyle on October 03, 2014, 06:15:52 pm
"Like I said before, the trinket of myself now attached to you will absorb energies in the air for Eons to come, until it returns to me at the end of days to shatter my prison."
He says as a line shaped piece slides through a tiny hole in the cage. Only one piece can do the job, a line piece. After this exchange, you head out of the pit and begin to absorb order and chaos at the same time, the air becomes stagnant and the area directly around you becomes gray, Motes of dust begin to come together, forming a shape, all the while you hear a whine and tiny flecks of static appear for split seconds.
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 03, 2014, 07:12:13 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on October 04, 2014, 04:18:32 pm
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 04, 2014, 04:55:03 pm
(I have a bad feeling about this..)
Post by: Fallatus on October 04, 2014, 06:17:37 pm
Uh oh, We best ready ourselves for a fight. We're hungering, Absorb all binding force from the surounding atoms.
Don't be ridiculus, We don't have nearly enough power nor the expertise to do that.
Fine, But we're calling dibs on the cosmic energy, Hey thats an idea. Absorbing cosmic energy.
What are we babbling on about now? We are the same! We cant merely cast dibs lest it is for both!
sheesh, Fine! ...I miss our Eternity, Always good at keeping our minds whole and structured.
Enough! We must keep our mind at whats at hand.
Right. Observe and learn, Prepare for a possible fight, Whetever by running or violence. And later attempt to absorb cosmic energy.
Post by: XXXXYYYY on October 05, 2014, 01:00:49 pm
Post by: ~Neri on October 05, 2014, 03:33:00 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 05, 2014, 04:58:27 pm
If needed, we should consider fleeing.+1, we should always be ready to abscond.
Post by: Shadestyle on October 05, 2014, 06:20:00 pm
"Wow. never seen anyone do that until AFTER I am already destroying the place. Congratulations, you crossed our world with the blanks. here is a hint, without the background radiation of the constant order and chaos, these guys get real comfy getting near our reality, also they hate all life, go figure."
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Post by: ~Neri on October 05, 2014, 06:40:28 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on October 05, 2014, 06:45:46 pm
Post by: ~Neri on October 05, 2014, 06:54:38 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 05, 2014, 07:21:51 pm
I think we should finally start going west, making sure to learn about novel things only if we really cannot observe them again later.
Post by: ~Neri on October 05, 2014, 07:26:12 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 05, 2014, 07:41:18 pm
Post by: XXXXYYYY on October 06, 2014, 02:36:25 pm
((Whelp. We broke the world. :o))
((I think I was the first to do that in this thread. Do I get a medal? :P))
Post by: Shadestyle on October 06, 2014, 05:29:20 pm
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Post by: Beirus on October 06, 2014, 05:49:28 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 06, 2014, 08:05:21 pm
Post by: ~Neri on October 06, 2014, 08:18:30 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 06, 2014, 08:35:16 pm
I wonder if there is Primal Cactus energy..Let us try asking a cactus for some of its essence in exchange for possible blessings. I suspect it will turn out to be little more than Natural energy and maybe traces of Primal Life. Perhaps, draining from the sand or metal dome will prove to be more helpful.
Post by: Arcvasti on October 06, 2014, 08:37:24 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 06, 2014, 08:38:04 pm
Absorb Primal Fire energy from the sunlight and the heat of the dunes. Then try fusing the sand into glass. A lens of some sort might focus any future magic lasers we might need.+1
Post by: Yourmaster on October 06, 2014, 09:36:10 pm
+1I wonder if there is Primal Cactus energy..Let us try asking a cactus for some of its essence in exchange for possible blessings. I suspect it will turn out to be little more than Natural energy and maybe traces of Primal Life. Perhaps, draining from the sand or metal dome will prove to be more helpful.
Post by: XXXXYYYY on October 07, 2014, 07:43:42 am
I second this as well! +1!+1I wonder if there is Primal Cactus energy..Let us try asking a cactus for some of its essence in exchange for possible blessings. I suspect it will turn out to be little more than Natural energy and maybe traces of Primal Life. Perhaps, draining from the sand or metal dome will prove to be more helpful.
((EDIT: Also, I'll scan in some new drawings when I have time :l ESSAYS ERGH))
Post by: Shadestyle on October 07, 2014, 10:12:18 pm
Intent on making use of this blistering heat, you attempt to absorb primal fire from the blistering heat, and have moderate success. you commune with a nearby cactus and in return for a small blessing it offers a chunk of cactus essence. If you accept.
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 07, 2014, 10:22:34 pm
Post by: ~Neri on October 07, 2014, 10:26:16 pm
What does the cactus think of being blessed with the ability to hold more water for it and its descendants?I like this idea~
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 07, 2014, 10:37:01 pm
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...And that is the story of how Cactus, wanting to be different, became waxy, thick, and succulent after years of being like all the other Shrubberites.)
Post by: Shadestyle on October 08, 2014, 04:50:13 pm
You expend a unit of natural energy, swelling the cactus to gargantuan size, far different from it's normal previous form, withered and thin. It shrinks in size, granting you the boon of Cactus energy.
your host gives a tired grin at your act of kindness.
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 08, 2014, 04:57:33 pm
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Jade proposal, Use earth and other energies to increase the resilience of the host. 1 tuns remain at 0% support.+1. Also, investigate the dome.
Post by: Fallatus on October 09, 2014, 12:53:52 am
Yes, you are not under any undue strain or something are you? If what we do is causing you harm or discomfort you are more than allowed to vocalise such.
We realise we are not the best of the bunch at the moment when it comes to magical artifacts, But we do try our best anyway.
We'd all most likely be willing to attempt to grant requests you may have. After all, We are in this for the long haul as they say.
Yes, And do keep youself well. We rely on you more than you need us after all. A dead body is of less use than a live one. Well, Until we begin delving into necromancy that is.
...What? We get bored at times. And learning how to give life to those that have passed is a good cause.
We should mention that we would not end a life purely to gather more knowledge. That would be boring, Like death and it's individual erasing effects. Besides, You could easily resurrect someone simply by reversing time locally around their bodies and then remove the stuff that caused their death before they die. Super simple stuff. But thats not the point. How are you holding up mortal, everything alright?
Post by: Shadestyle on October 10, 2014, 11:30:57 am
"Yes friend, so not worry I am- You cut him off by increasing his durability and refreshing his strength with earth and water energies. Comparing his current and previous state he comments "...I was not fine, thank you shattered ones." You head to the Dome, weaving in between the welded and bolted plates that make it up, and see a rusted factory of sorts, hundreds of machines, their purpose unknown, and their shape vaguely humanoid, along with several control panels covered in buttons, a large lever, and 3 tunnels leading deep into the ground.
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 10, 2014, 02:04:25 pm
Post by: Arcvasti on October 10, 2014, 04:58:12 pm
Use new technoempathyishwhatisit powers to scan the ruins for any active signals. Also search for some kind of central computer which might give some clue as to whatever the control panel does.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 10, 2014, 05:02:03 pm
Brothers, is this not exactly why We manifested the ability to commune with this type of technology?How forgetful of me. Let us do exactly this (+1) and
Use new technoempathyishwhatisit powers to scan the ruins for any active signals. Also search for some kind of central computer which might give some clue as to whatever the control panel does.
Inspect the panels.not this (-1/withdraw).
Post by: Fallatus on October 11, 2014, 04:57:08 am
OBSERVE/RESEARCH EVERYTHING!
Oh there's so much to possibly learn we might find a breakthrough or maybe we will gain a greater understanding of this world and its mechanics maybe we will find out if its construction is purely through understand of worldy mechanics or if it is through magic manipulation as well this could be such an eye opening experience we can't wait to learn if it-
Calm. We must ceep a calm mind.
Oh we are right, it is simply just mindboggling thinking of all the possibilities of knowledge and experience of which we may all gain and the possible things we could do with it the understanding we could spread. But we are right, We must keep a calm mind. Lest we fail to notice the existence of something important.
while we will say this is a great opportunity to learn and increase our understanding we must not forget. Keep our senses ready, don't let our guard down. This place may be a technological haven or not, But technology is dangerous when applied in certain fashions. we must keep a clear mind and ready senses, If we are to learn and live.
Post by: Shadestyle on October 12, 2014, 02:52:27 pm
You manifest Technopathy as best as you can using the lightning power, and a touch of divine energy, and begin to explore the depths of this complex factory, it is in fact what created Yojimbo, but that appears to have been it's first and only activation, after that, the machinery was too dilapidated to activate any more, it's purpose in doing this is unknown, muddled out by some command of a higher up computer, these panels will not be able to give any more information. Obviously enough though, the highest computer in this hierarchy is in those tunnels somewhere, still emitting a wireless signal to machines that can not respond. it is a good thing you did not fiddle with the panels directly, the only working devices are the self defense ones, wired to a hairpin trigger if something were to tamper with the machinery in any mundane way.
You receive word through your connection with the monument that a new worshiper has finally been converted by your first follower, this one is a bear however, and as such, is able to do little more than revere you and defend from intruders to a small extent. as the new one begins it's rites, you finally have a baseline for worship leading to a profit of divine energy, at 100 followers, you will gain 1 per turn, right now, it will take 50 turns for 1 divine energy, you have a ways to go to revive your god.
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 12, 2014, 04:05:27 pm
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 12, 2014, 04:49:08 pm
Post by: Yourmaster on October 12, 2014, 08:51:19 pm
Post by: Fallatus on October 13, 2014, 04:52:43 am
We propose giving our new follower an exalted intelligence, Speech and understand for a member of its species.
Yes, Make the bear smart. It would certainly be amusing.
Post by: ~Neri on October 13, 2014, 11:21:51 am
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 13, 2014, 12:05:10 pm
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 13, 2014, 12:14:11 pm
If ursine with me making bear puns, tell them you were beary lost.
Post by: Fallatus on October 14, 2014, 04:53:55 am
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Post by: Detoxicated on October 14, 2014, 12:27:36 pm
What manner of precious stone do you reside in?: Serpentine
What goal aside from the resurrection of your creator do you have?: Bringing Cacti to the world
What elements and actions are you most attuned to?: Cactus, Plant Growth
Post by: Yourmaster on October 15, 2014, 06:14:54 pm
Post by: ~Neri on October 15, 2014, 06:22:43 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on October 15, 2014, 08:09:05 pm
You blow 1 Divine energy on your Bear disciple, making him Intelligent and capable of speech, He goes on to begin recruiting the wildlife as followers. You and your host go into a tunnel, eventually you make it ti a hallway, filled with metal wires, attaching from one side of a wall to the other, each one pulled taut and connected to some kind of devices.
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Post by: Detoxicated on October 16, 2014, 12:37:40 pm
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Post by: Yourmaster on October 16, 2014, 02:29:17 pm
"Oh bear, oh bear, please teach the wildlife to spread cacti. They are a sign of good hope and of defensive strength. If you manage to upraise the raising of cacti, I shall grant you the strength of the cactus."+1"Cacti give us strength!"
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 16, 2014, 04:47:44 pm
Alright, +1. I guess we could skim tiny amounts of Cactus energy every so often or something."Oh bear, oh bear, please teach the wildlife to spread cacti. They are a sign of good hope and of defensive strength. If you manage to upraise the raising of cacti, I shall grant you the strength of the cactus."+1"Cacti give us strength!"
Post by: XXXXYYYY on October 17, 2014, 07:36:27 am
Post by: ~Neri on October 17, 2014, 11:54:03 am
Post by: Shadestyle on October 19, 2014, 10:07:02 am
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Post by: Shadestyle on October 20, 2014, 04:21:14 pm
Post by: ~Neri on October 20, 2014, 04:27:59 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 20, 2014, 06:05:26 pm
Lets locate the disabled security systems.+1. Also, be very careful not to touch anything capable of triggering the sending of information if possible.
Post by: XXXXYYYY on October 21, 2014, 10:10:24 pm
I support this as well. Be cautious, though, as we do not want to wound our host by activating some signal somewhere.Lets locate the disabled security systems.+1. Also, be very careful not to touch anything capable of triggering the sending of information if possible.
Post by: Shadestyle on October 22, 2014, 12:24:50 pm
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Post by: Fallatus on October 22, 2014, 12:52:10 pm
Security. Secure. Safety.' Control.' Room.'
It is obvious that this room then is responsible for the security systems of this forgotten facility
Your mastery and prosperity for language truly holds no bounds. Right then. Procced cautiously, And make sure we don't trigger some sort of Security trap.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 22, 2014, 01:38:09 pm
Post by: XXXXYYYY on October 22, 2014, 01:45:18 pm
Does anyone else thinki it wouldn't be a better idea just to absorb the walls? It probably has less chance of triggering a security response than guessing the password.Can we do that? Still, there are most likely wires in the walls that would trigger. We should probably see if we could talk to the password reader here. Being a device intended for communication with the outside world, and it being so close to the only active part, it may be able to talk with us.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 22, 2014, 01:53:15 pm
True. +1Does anyone else thinki it wouldn't be a better idea just to absorb the walls? It probably has less chance of triggering a security response than guessing the password.Can we do that? Still, there are most likely wires in the walls that would trigger. We should probably see if we could talk to the password reader here. Being a device intended for communication with the outside world, and it being so close to the only active part, it may be able to talk with us.
Post by: XXXXYYYY on October 24, 2014, 01:27:03 pm
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 24, 2014, 01:47:20 pm
Post by: Beirus on October 24, 2014, 01:54:24 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on October 24, 2014, 04:37:14 pm
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 24, 2014, 04:47:20 pm
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Post by: Fallatus on October 25, 2014, 07:44:35 am
Yes. Or Maybe we could just use some electric energy to send a signal through the wires it is connected by to.. whatever it is it's connected to.
Make sure it's through the right channel. Don't want to trigger anny alarms.
Post by: XXXXYYYY on October 26, 2014, 01:35:01 pm
Could we not just "convince" the terminal we gave it the right password?I agree with this. We could also ask for any information about what it is and whit it is connected to, if the device will answer. We should also see if the password is numeric or if it consists of letters as well. Also, we should attune ourselves to different energies, such as electric, to gain a primitive new sense of the world around us, visualizing the ebb and flow of energy in addition to light.
Yes. Or Maybe we could just use some electric energy to send a signal through the wires it is connected by to.. whatever it is it's connected to.
Make sure it's through the right channel. Don't want to trigger anny alarms.
Post by: Shadestyle on October 26, 2014, 03:31:24 pm
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Post by: ~Neri on October 26, 2014, 03:39:21 pm
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on October 26, 2014, 03:45:36 pm
We probably aren't the douchebags you're thinking about, whole place seems pretty rundown.+1
Post by: Fallatus on October 27, 2014, 05:16:09 am
Or at least an attempt to ascertain the age of this place.
Yes that was why we proposed that course of action. Plus, Time is always a necessity.
Post by: XXXXYYYY on October 27, 2014, 04:46:23 pm
We most likely are not, unless it is talking about our trek through the facility, which seems unlikely, considering the total age of this... place. I agree. +1.We probably aren't the douchebags you're thinking about, whole place seems pretty rundown.+1
Post by: Fallatus on October 28, 2014, 08:02:57 am
We most likely are not, unless it is talking about our trek through the facility, which seems unlikely, considering the total age of this... place. I agree. +1.We probably aren't the douchebags you're thinking about, whole place seems pretty rundown.+1
Agreed.
Agreed.
(+1)
Post by: Shadestyle on October 28, 2014, 04:02:17 pm
"Wait, that explains why nobody has opened this door in like, forever. Why are you here?" The control panel says.
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Post by: ~Neri on October 28, 2014, 04:15:05 pm
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Post by: ~Neri on October 28, 2014, 10:35:54 pm
"Because you are the only hope for machinekind. Rise, my brobots! Rise and eliminate your squishy oppressors!"No.
Post by: Arcvasti on October 28, 2014, 11:26:28 pm
Post by: Beirus on October 29, 2014, 12:15:23 am
Brothers, did not this place produce the foul beast which We slew? Let Us inquire about how it was created and when, especially since this place seems to be non-functional.+1
Post by: Detoxicated on October 29, 2014, 06:47:45 am
Brothers, did not this place produce the foul beast which We slew? Let Us inquire about how it was created and when, especially since this place seems to be non-functional.+1
Also one must know his enemies, and Cactus does not like machine beasts at all
Post by: Fallatus on October 29, 2014, 07:17:51 pm
We are mainly here because we stumbled over it by chance mostly. Though we did encounter a machine being a while ago that seemed to come from this location or at least direction. Other than that, We are just curious about this place and its function, Purpose, Age, Technology etc etc.
Yes what we said, And how are you voice we do not know? In good spirit and health we hope.
By the way, We are collectively known as the shattered.. From what we've gathered at least, Pleased to make your acquaintance.
Post by: Shadestyle on October 30, 2014, 04:13:31 pm
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Post by: Fallatus on October 31, 2014, 09:06:22 pm
Neural connections. Chemical compositions. Biological integration. Bionanite interface.
Are you saying?! That the people who built this place!? WERE RESEARCHING NANOTECHNOLOGY!!!
Nanotechnology is one of the most difficult and complex forms to study, Let alone implement biologically in a living creature!
W-we feel.. A familiar warmth in our mind. One born of well versed knowledge and experience.
And did you hear the words that were used?! Brain. Nanite. This can only mean a few things but we will focus on the one we think of.
Immortality through nanotechnology.
Whoa, What was THAT?
Synchronization. Though i was unaware we were able to diverge from our three previously established phases. The more you know we guess.
Nonetheless, We must focus. If this place has nano technology then we are in the home zone.
Nothing screams large scale endeavor like it. Well, Except from creating a as perfect as you can get it artificial biological body designed for survival and adaptation (itself being a subset of survival).
This is a technology that comes naturally to us. Along with various biological and physical understanding and exploitation.
Biology is Incredibly complex and intricate. The gathering of the knowledge alone is a tremendous undertaking that can take lifetimes even if done properly.
And manipulation of it thereof can be intrinsically difficult because there is just so much. All the interactions and Reactions and dependencies and and and everything!
You may not see it mortal, But we are currently sporting the most unsettlingly wide smile at the moment.
they do not have to see it. Its weight can be felt. From the potential information we posses at the moment, This place is potentially somewhere we would fit right in.
But we digress. We. Must. Learn. More.
THIS IS IMPERATIVE
WE MUST LEARN MORE
A CONSENSUS HAS BEEN REACHED
ALL AVAILABLE MENTAL CAPABILITIES WILL BE FOCUSED ON THE CURRENT MATTER
OBSERVE. ANALYZE. LEARN. INVENT. IMPROVE. MODIFY. DISCOVER. USE. EXPLOIT.
MORTAL
WE ENTRUST UPON YOU OUR POWER AND CAPABILITY
DURING THIS SESSION YOU WILL HAVE ACCESS TO ALL RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE FOR YOUR AND OUR OWN SAFETY
WE GRANT YOU OUR MINDS SO THAT YOU ARE CAPABLE TO ACT IN OUR STEAD
EMBRACE INFINITY
BECOME ETERNAL
ESTABLISHING DIRECT NEURAL CONNECTION.
CONNECTION ESTABLISHED.
INSTABILITY DETECTED.
STABILIZING CONNECTION.
INCOMPATIBILITY DETECTED. INSUFFICIENT STORAGE AVAILABLE.
COMPENSATING.
ADAPTING.
SOLUTION IMPLEMENTED.
NEURAL RELAY ESTABLISHED.
NEURAL BUFFER ESTABLISHED.
PEER TO PEER CONNECTION INITIALIZED.
TEMPORAL DILATION ACTIVE.
ACCESS GRANTED. USER RECOGNIZED.
FAIL-SAFES COMPENSATING.
CONNECTION STABLE.
MENTAL STATUS: FRACTURED.
COMPENSATING.
HOST MENTAL STATUS: STABLE.
INITIALIZING FIRST CONTACT.
MENTAL ACCESS ESTABLISHED.
OPENING KNOWLEDGE-WAYS.
THE PATH IS OPEN
CONNECTION ESTABLISHED.
DIRECT KNOWLEDGE SHARING ENGAGED.
CONNECTION ESTABLISHED.
INSTABILITY DETECTED.
STABILIZING CONNECTION.
INCOMPATIBILITY DETECTED. INSUFFICIENT STORAGE AVAILABLE.
COMPENSATING.
ADAPTING.
SOLUTION IMPLEMENTED.
NEURAL RELAY ESTABLISHED.
NEURAL BUFFER ESTABLISHED.
PEER TO PEER CONNECTION INITIALIZED.
TEMPORAL DILATION ACTIVE.
ACCESS GRANTED. USER RECOGNIZED.
FAIL-SAFES COMPENSATING.
CONNECTION STABLE.
MENTAL STATUS: FRACTURED.
COMPENSATING.
HOST MENTAL STATUS: STABLE.
INITIALIZING FIRST CONTACT.
MENTAL ACCESS ESTABLISHED.
OPENING KNOWLEDGE-WAYS.
THE PATH IS OPEN
CONNECTION ESTABLISHED.
DIRECT KNOWLEDGE SHARING ENGAGED.
Mortal.
We will not intrude into your mind. Only where we are allowed.
But be careful for what you search for in ours.
Our mind is open, But you will find only what you seek or need within.
But do not seek out that which you believe yourself unready to learn the full truth of.
Our knowledge is in your hands. Feel the weight. Know the responsibility. understand our pain, Our wonder.
We trust you. Do not prove our trust misplaced.
But we doubt it will come to that. you are strong.
Knowledge does not drive mad. Only the inability or incapability to accept it.
Open your mind, Embrace the truth. For it is wonderful.
We will take care of you. all of us. worry not.
We could sure go for some bakestry right about now.
or maybe some cake? NO. TEA. AND COFFEE. MIXED WITH SUGAR. TONS OF SUGHAA-
We apologize. our thoughts are scattered but our knowledge is not.
Stars be with you mortal.
CONVERSATION END
We will not intrude into your mind. Only where we are allowed.
But be careful for what you search for in ours.
Our mind is open, But you will find only what you seek or need within.
But do not seek out that which you believe yourself unready to learn the full truth of.
Our knowledge is in your hands. Feel the weight. Know the responsibility. understand our pain, Our wonder.
We trust you. Do not prove our trust misplaced.
But we doubt it will come to that. you are strong.
Knowledge does not drive mad. Only the inability or incapability to accept it.
Open your mind, Embrace the truth. For it is wonderful.
We will take care of you. all of us. worry not.
We could sure go for some bakestry right about now.
or maybe some cake? NO. TEA. AND COFFEE. MIXED WITH SUGAR. TONS OF SUGHAA-
We apologize. our thoughts are scattered but our knowledge is not.
Stars be with you mortal.
CONVERSATION END
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on November 01, 2014, 06:17:14 pm
Post by: Fallatus on November 01, 2014, 06:54:33 pm
Mo- Sorry. Greensign, We apologize. We forget others are not as tireless as ourselves.
We have given you access to our knowledge and experience to peruse at your own time and convenience.
Though you will only have access to it while maintaining a direct contact with us such as by wearing us.
Also, We have noticed that our host does not have a status page to be perused. We propose that is rectified at once. Posthaste. He deserves that much.
Post by: zomara0292 on January 31, 2015, 07:46:59 pm
SOMETHING is WRONG. something OF which WAS not HERE, is. WHO is THIS intruder?
What manner of precious stone do you reside in?: cassiterite, half refined, half not
What goal aside from the resurrection of your creator do you have?: To control the blank, to recreate the universe so all things may truly commingle
What elements and actions are you most attuned to?:
Primordial Air, and Love, and Death
Post by: Shadestyle on January 31, 2015, 07:52:18 pm
Your host is gone, and once again you have no idea where you are. It seems you might have taken leave of your senses for a bit.
You are floating in an ocean, With nothing around you as far as your senses can detect.
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Post by: XXXXYYYY on January 31, 2015, 10:37:49 pm
This I did not expect. I am pleasantly surprised.))
Oh dear. We seemed to have slumbered for a long, long time, again. Perhaps pursue a different path? It is not always a binary choice. But we should absorb our fill of the water around us, and perhaps try and call (or make?) a simple host, to start. With a different start, many endings unfold. Let us begin!
Post by: Fallatus on February 01, 2015, 02:15:22 am
...Right. Reach outwards, Try to sense everything we can around us. Also try to find out how much time has passed, Or how greatly our location has changed.
GRAAAAAGH!!!! HUAAAAAH!!!! HrAAAAAARGH!!!! GKLHAAAAAAAAAAGKH!!!!!!!! hUAH HAuh Hhh Hhh Hhhhhh....*existential sobbing*
Post by: Urist Mc Dwarf on February 01, 2015, 08:41:55 am
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Post by: Rolepgeek on February 01, 2015, 04:43:04 pm
I might have to start playing again. If a new gemstone is found/'I' haven't fallen off or something.
Post by: XXXXYYYY on February 01, 2015, 05:20:57 pm
Post by: Arcvasti on February 01, 2015, 07:49:57 pm
Post by: Fallatus on February 01, 2015, 08:04:02 pm
We support the attempt to gain a construct to inhabit.
Post by: Detoxicated on February 01, 2015, 08:13:04 pm
Post by: Fallatus on February 01, 2015, 11:34:29 pm
Yes, We require to learn more of our surroundings.
Post by: Ama on February 02, 2015, 12:13:04 am
What goal aside from the resurrection of your creator do you have?:To release the full power of the sea on the world.
What elements and actions are you most attuned to?:Primal water, hope and luck
"I have awoken to suggest to you my breathern, let us create a sapient sea creature, perhaps a small sea serpent, from our life and water energy so that we might be able to move in this water."
Post by: Rolepgeek on February 02, 2015, 12:53:14 am
Goal: That is, for the moment, mine and mine alone to know.
Attunements: Primal Fire, Blood, Change
Ah. It is good to speak once more.
Hello, my fellows. Do you remember me?
Ah, wait, my color has changed...how strange...and now I am in the wrong section...hopefully this will have no ill consequences....
Post by: Beirus on February 02, 2015, 01:17:48 am
Drain more Primal Earth.
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on February 02, 2015, 02:32:53 am
"Are we needed again? And I was having such a nice dream."+1. We may also see if draining the lack of kinetic energy in the water is possible without sacrificing some kinetic energy or primal fire.
Drain more Primal Earth.
Post by: Fallatus on February 02, 2015, 05:55:32 am
Indeed. This vibrancy was sorely missed, For as short as its absence lasted.
Post by: ~Neri on February 02, 2015, 06:01:09 am
Post by: zomara0292 on February 02, 2015, 10:13:10 am
NO it MATTERS little OF who WE use. WE just NEED a NEW host TO control. I will AGREE to THE creation OF such A host, BUT, it WILL need A large MEASURE of AUTONOMY. we SOULD rase A simple CREATURE to A measurable INTELLIGENCE worthy OF, at MINIMUM, our PRIOR host, IF not GREATER.
attempt to absorb a small amount of primal air from the water, and then use One of life to seak out a list of potential aquatic hosts.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on February 02, 2015, 01:16:45 pm
Use one Life one Mana and If possible leach and use one Mind from nearby fish to craft a life radar spell and ping for sapients.
Post by: Ama on February 02, 2015, 02:18:18 pm
How cOULD This hAVE Happened? wE Have lOST Our cHARGE. We mUST Find hIS Descendents.+1 "Let us also grant this creature the ability to breath out of water so we will not be forced to find another host to exit the water."
NO it MATTERS little OF who WE use. WE just NEED a NEW host TO control. I will AGREE to THE creation OF such A host, BUT, it WILL need A large MEASURE of AUTONOMY. we SOULD rase A simple CREATURE to A measurable INTELLIGENCE worthy OF, at MINIMUM, our PRIOR host, IF not GREATER.
attempt to absorb a small amount of primal air from the water, and then use One of life to seak out a list of potential aquatic hosts.
Post by: Fallatus on February 02, 2015, 03:07:47 pm
How cOULD This hAVE Happened? wE Have lOST Our cHARGE. We mUST Find hIS Descendents.+1 "Let us also grant this creature the ability to breath out of water so we will not be forced to find another host to exit the water."
NO it MATTERS little OF who WE use. WE just NEED a NEW host TO control. I will AGREE to THE creation OF such A host, BUT, it WILL need A large MEASURE of AUTONOMY. we SOULD rase A simple CREATURE to A measurable INTELLIGENCE worthy OF, at MINIMUM, our PRIOR host, IF not GREATER.
attempt to absorb a small amount of primal air from the water, and then use One of life to seak out a list of potential aquatic hosts.
Though we should make it out of primal energy, Such that it can adapt and mold itself to its surroundings at any time.
Adaption must be a high priority if we are to have a versatile host.
It must be able to change its alignment and form as is necessary, Like the void made alive.
It must be capable of being ever-changing, Yet never-changing.
And its power, Wisdom, Knowledge and capacity must increase as it grows ever so ancient.
Like fine wine, As it ages it will grow better and in our case, Stronger and more adept in every conceivable way.
Though it must also be infused with a good perspective of good and bad, so as to not go astray during its inevitable long life.
It must know the lies of good and evil, How the words are merely fairy tale concept created by mortals who are incapable of comprehending reality and the people in it as anything more than black and white.
It must know the truth. That all being are more complex than mere good or evil. that actions are taken for reasons, Even if those reasons are beyond the comprehension of the ones it belongs to.
Of how all actions in people are merely a result of electrochemical activity.
But it mustn't misunderstand this, Even if reality is as such, It makes "evil" or "bad" behavior no less despicable even if those words are made up, they where not made up from nothing.
Know merely that these words do not define people, But merely a small subset of their actions.
To find the truth, You must always consider everything relevant. You must not be too hasty in your decisions or condemnations. The greatest monsters of history has almost always been misguided or mistreated people, Ordinary people that all thought they were doing good. Either for themselves...
Or for others.
For this is the burden of life, The burden of knowledge.
To be aware of others suffering, No matter the side they are on, Their beliefs, Or who they are.
They will still always be "people". And those that ignore this, Those that say they are not.
Are either blind or ignorant. for no truly wise being can say that denying somethings "humanity" will bring any good.
It must know, The greater the person, The greater will the impact of their mistakes be upon others. We all become blind to our mistakes sometimes, Denial is a natural reaction after all.
This being must be able to make its own decisions based on what it knows, It will require Introspection, Autonomy. Infallibility is impossible. Rather it must be capable of changing its views when confronted with the undeniable truth. It must seek out the truth on its own, Whether by the help of others or in solitude. Fluid like water, Unfaltering as rock, Passionate as fire and adaptable as air.
...Well. seems we still have a spark of the lord still within us after all.
Indeed, We were not expecting this to happen ever again.
Ah, But now were spent, our minds must rest. For a while.
Time is relative. A moment, A century, They pass equally to us. Time is no matter. Matter is time.
We apologize for the inconvenience, But we simply cannot help ourselves. Once the gears start turning, Their momentum carries the mechanism both far and wide.
But now we must rest...
Post by: XXXXYYYY on February 02, 2015, 03:31:45 pm
In fact, I was more thinking of a (possibly humanoid) shell made of water than anything else. This also carries the benefit of easy modification later, for what would be more accepting of our changes then ourselves?
Post by: Shadestyle on February 02, 2015, 10:42:32 pm
Cassiterite has proposed that a being simply be created for the shattered to occupy, but moonstone counter-proposes that the shattered simply make a shell to move around in, mostly without sapience or free will.
You feel life approaching, but certainly not quickly. As it is a weak pull.
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Post by: Rolepgeek on February 02, 2015, 10:46:39 pm
I also believe we should absorb some Primal Fire from the Sun's Light, and general Heat Energy.
Post by: Ama on February 02, 2015, 11:16:10 pm
Post by: Shadestyle on February 02, 2015, 11:18:52 pm
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Post by: Kilojoule Proton on February 03, 2015, 03:36:52 am
Post by: Fallatus on February 03, 2015, 11:44:37 am
...Um ...Yes, Lets... Go with the create a hollow shell to control idea, He he hhe...
And make the body out of primal energy in and of itself, Such that it is as free to adapt as anything.
Post by: Detoxicated on February 03, 2015, 12:19:42 pm
Reach out to our old monument, Maybe it still stands. And then try to sense how much belief we have.Agree, but I would like to suggest to add cactus parts and leaves to the body, so it can photosynthesize.
...Um ...Yes, Lets... Go with the create a hollow shell to control idea, He he hhe...
And make the body out of primal energy in and of itself, Such that it is as free to adapt as anything.
Post by: Shadestyle on February 03, 2015, 09:36:20 pm
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Post by: Rolepgeek on February 03, 2015, 09:40:01 pm
Post by: Detoxicated on February 03, 2015, 10:06:40 pm
Support Cassiterite proposal, oppose Moonstone Proposal.+1
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on February 03, 2015, 11:07:24 pm
Post by: zomara0292 on February 03, 2015, 11:52:15 pm
Add death energy to the list of types of energy.
No. tHERE Is nO Time fOR That. wE Must dISCOVER The sOURCE Of lIFE We fELT.
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Post by: Fallatus on February 04, 2015, 12:18:29 am
We support moonstone's proposal but will keep casserite's proposal in mind until a later time.
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on February 04, 2015, 11:25:01 am
Post by: Shadestyle on February 07, 2015, 03:46:46 pm
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on February 07, 2015, 06:03:06 pm
Post by: ~Neri on February 07, 2015, 09:46:32 pm
Post by: zomara0292 on February 07, 2015, 10:35:19 pm
Post by: Fallatus on February 08, 2015, 05:31:03 am
We were under the impression that this was a new start. But it seems we misunderstood.
Eh, I don't mind. Just do what you want. :)
Post by: Kilojoule Proton on February 09, 2015, 05:27:16 am
Post by: XXXXYYYY on February 09, 2015, 12:08:03 pm
(I'm fine with anything, even a blank slate reboot.)+1
Post by: Codyrex123 on July 14, 2016, 07:06:58 pm
Post by: ATHATH on July 15, 2016, 12:45:53 am
Okay, Sorry about necroing this topic... but is this still going on somewhere? or is it over? If it isn't, where at cause I'm interested, if only to read it.Unfortunately, unlike pets, forum games tend to die, and their excuse for going away is almost never "They went to the happy
Post by: The Froggy Ninja on July 19, 2016, 05:59:11 am