Post by: Stirk on May 30, 2015, 10:15:52 am
((Tick 1: Creation))
In the beginning, there was nothing. No matter, no energy, no time. A pure Void. But life finds a way. All at once, this Void was filled. Every facet of eternity was stuffed with energy as the Gods fade into existence all at once. Armed and armored humanoids grasping out, flailing squid tentacles, empty robes, gears spinning from the first tick of time...Their forms where many, sixteen in all. And with their creation came knowledge. Knowledge that this is their realm. That they can create. That they can tap into the energies of this reality and manipulate it as they please.
This is their story.
Post by: Stirk on May 30, 2015, 10:16:36 am
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Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 10:20:36 am
"Beginnings. Lives. Shadows. Ideals. Fun?"
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 10:23:02 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 10:23:51 am
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 10:28:04 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 10:30:13 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 10:31:19 am
Post by: Dutrius on May 30, 2015, 10:33:48 am
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 10:33:55 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 10:36:27 am
$$$
Price check on spiral/arc sun made of glowing gems.
((Of course, maybe price checks go in the ooc thread...))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 10:39:16 am
"Not spiral...Arc, of burning crystal. Round planet, two moons...allow eclipses. When space needed...planet grows..."Unsure why selected spherical forms? Seems inefficient usage of mass, poor surface area to mass ratio. Previously suggested torus more efficient. Recommend adoption of Torus solar system form. Elegance of design leads to pleasant line and rings aesthetic. Rather than growing world, have it procreate, spawning off new rings as needed.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 10:39:20 am
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 10:42:32 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 10:45:27 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 10:49:16 am
"Allows seasons...turning planet...turning sun...allows shadow-time and growing-time....Life. Death. Creation. Growth. Mass ratio...irrelevant. Allows freely turning axis...molten core provides...protection, turning. Torus cannot turn...one side burns....the other freezes...surface area made unusable. Unsuitable for growth of life. Of construction. Of ideas."Disagreement. Constant environmental conditions more conductive to growth than variation. Constant sunlight allows more impressive plant growths as they gain a constant supply of food. Larger plants can support larger populations of creatures that feed on them. Leading to more growth and life overall.
See no need for seasons. Cold side of torus is ultimate shadow to the life-filled light side.
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 10:57:42 am
Hesitation.
"Require time for....germination. Adaptability. Cold side is...shadow must be...but...shadow side of planet....hmmmm...Growing crystalline life...Feed off miniscule light sources? Other than sun, small enough to allow shadow?...I must...think. Patient....we must be."
Post by: Stirk on May 30, 2015, 11:01:03 am
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((Of course, maybe price checks go in the ooc thread...))
((Price checks do go in OOC, since that is much easier to keep up with))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 11:03:26 am
"Frozen always frozen. Burning always scorched. Difficult to build, grow, breathe, think, live. Only top and bottom suitable for life. No way to get from top to bottom. Torus unsuitable."Narrowmindedness. Design life suited to constant high temperatures. Simplicity itself. Make them capable of harvesting the abundant energy that would be present at full light side for massive amounts of growth.
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 11:07:13 am
Compromise? Growing Torus. One one-hundredths growth every one hundred cycles around arc-sun? New material at closest and farthest 'edges' from sun...avoids disrupting buildings and life already present...."
Post by: Dutrius on May 30, 2015, 11:09:00 am
"...Life...difficult to sustain under such conditions....but...suppose...possible....Support.
Compromise? Growing Torus. One one-hundredths growth every one hundred cycles around arc-sun? New material at closest and farthest 'edges' from sun...avoids disrupting buildings and life already present...."
Post by: DreamerGhost on May 30, 2015, 11:12:20 am
"...Life...difficult to sustain under such conditions....but...suppose...possible....
Compromise? Growing Torus. One one-hundredths growth every one hundred cycles around arc-sun? New material at closest and farthest 'edges' from sun...avoids disrupting buildings and life already present...."
Difference between full torus and sugested offer miniscule and irrelevant. Reject.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 11:21:03 am
"...Life...difficult to sustain under such conditions....but...suppose...possible....Acceptable if the costs to include such a feature aren't prohibitive.
Compromise? Growing Torus. One one-hundredths growth every one hundred cycles around arc-sun? New material at closest and farthest 'edges' from sun...avoids disrupting buildings and life already present...."
((Is this more readable than my previous posts?))
Post by: Ama on May 30, 2015, 11:28:53 am
While the other gods are busy talking and such, I would like to create a tiny jumping spider and place it upon my head, it shall be called Ewuobuhr, the first of creation, and the first of my children.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 11:38:04 am
Post by: Stirk on May 30, 2015, 11:42:08 am
The first Godly creation appears on Lauxal's head, an itsy bitsy spider dubbed Ewubuhr. It proceeds to make the first mortal creation, spider silk, in her coal black hair.
(...Jumping spiders don't make webs, do they? Doh!)
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 11:43:21 am
My creation will inhabit the scorched half of the world, I can imagine hundreds of ways to adapt them to this life. The torus will be big enough that there will be no need to fight for the favored territories. The temperates portions, despite being in minority in this system, will still be plentiful. I support the growing torus if this what we need for an agreement. It will need to expand in radius as well as in height to prevent it from going too close to the sun.
"The growth is slow...the change in position, minuscule...the diameter of the torus compared to the distance from the sun...is tiny...but if that is what you require, very well."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 11:56:00 am
I was concerned by the potential for trouble a constant growth could cause. If the change is too small to cause any trouble, I am fine with it being as you suggested.My creation will inhabit the scorched half of the world, I can imagine hundreds of ways to adapt them to this life. The torus will be big enough that there will be no need to fight for the favored territories. The temperates portions, despite being in minority in this system, will still be plentiful. I support the growing torus if this what we need for an agreement. It will need to expand in radius as well as in height to prevent it from going too close to the sun.
"The growth is slow...the change in position, minuscule...the diameter of the torus compared to the distance from the sun...is tiny...but if that is what you require, very well."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 12:20:50 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 12:22:58 pm
I believe we have reached sufficient consensus for now. Shall we begin construction a sun? A crystal spiral sun."Why a spiral? Agreement has not been reached...as to it being a spiral."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 12:25:37 pm
We seemed largely agreed on creating a growing torus planet. The torus planet was initially proposed to be packaged with a spiral sun. Is a spiral sun not acceptable? And if so, why?I believe we have reached sufficient consensus for now. Shall we begin construction a sun? A crystal spiral sun."Why a spiral? Agreement has not been reached...as to it being a spiral."
((Just clarifying how the spiral would look through a linky (http://i.imgur.com/hPxHVfO.png)))
Post by: Stirk on May 30, 2015, 12:26:56 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 12:37:11 pm
We seemed largely agreed on creating a growing torus planet. The torus planet was initially proposed to be packaged with a spiral sun. Is a spiral sun not acceptable? And if so, why?I believe we have reached sufficient consensus for now. Shall we begin construction a sun? A crystal spiral sun."Why a spiral? Agreement has not been reached...as to it being a spiral."
((Just clarifying how the spiral would look through a linky (http://i.imgur.com/hPxHVfO.png)))
"When compromise was proposed...suggested arc sun...Why spiral? Arc sun allows...seasons...variety...change....slight but present....spiral seems...unnecessary...overcomplicated....odd...unstable...and so on..."
Post by: DreamerGhost on May 30, 2015, 12:39:06 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 12:45:42 pm
((I honestly missed that, my mistake))We seemed largely agreed on creating a growing torus planet. The torus planet was initially proposed to be packaged with a spiral sun. Is a spiral sun not acceptable? And if so, why?I believe we have reached sufficient consensus for now. Shall we begin construction a sun? A crystal spiral sun."Why a spiral? Agreement has not been reached...as to it being a spiral."
((Just clarifying how the spiral would look through a linky (http://i.imgur.com/hPxHVfO.png)))
"When compromise was proposed...suggested arc sun...Why spiral? Arc sun allows...seasons...variety...change....slight but present....spiral seems...unnecessary...overcomplicated....odd...unstable...and so on..."
Mmm, currently utilized communications methods imperfect. Must attempt to refine them later. Request clarification as to what is meant by a "arc-sun", and how would it allow for seasons? Why are seasons desirable?
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 12:47:42 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 12:55:47 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 01:18:12 pm
In addition, after some research, giving the torus the ability to grow would be prohibitively expensive for negligible gain. If we decide to do it all, I recommend adding this capability to the torus at a much later date, rather than at the beginning.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 01:19:30 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 30, 2015, 01:26:25 pm
"On another note, why are you all talking in beige prose? Surely you understand that with the eternity of time we have, there is no need to contract speech unnecessarily. It would also reduce the confusion and misunderstandings I notice between some of you."
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 01:30:35 pm
"Counter proposal...rather than second body to falsify a growth/shadow cycle...many moons...Orbit in spiral shape around planet...disc shaped, to cast shadow more effectively...but not completely...growth must continue...
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 01:33:18 pm
"Any shape can....grow....cannot support spiral....unnecessary, unsatisfying...unappealing...spherical sun more unappealing...."Interesting. I was planning to create a moon, so this would help bring forth the night some desire.
"Counter proposal...rather than second body to falsify a growth/shadow cycle...many moons...Orbit in spiral shape around planet...disc shaped, to cast shadow more effectively...but not completely...growth must continue...
We seem to be at a sun-based impasse. I recommend others weigh in on the matter of the sun as the two of us alone are unlikely to make progress on this topic.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 01:53:07 pm
"May the sun rise for the first time, whatever shape it may be. However, I must disagree with creating a toroidal planet. Such a world would not see a day-night cycle without further constructs, which goes against my plans. A simple body rotating around its axis, orbiting the sun might not seem interesting, but it follows the so-called KISS principle: Keep It Simple, Stupid. Still, as it seems you might actually create a toroidal planet despite me, I am going to make a suggestion: a smaller toroidal celestial body, riddled with holes, between the sun and the planet, set to rotate in the opposite direction of the planet. The moon would eclipse the sun at even intervals, creating a day-night cycle."
"On another note, why are you all talking in beige prose? Surely you understand that with the eternity of time we have, there is no need to contract speech unnecessarily. It would also reduce the confusion and misunderstandings I notice between some of you."
You could put moons shaped like half discs above the area you plan to inhabit. That way you will have your day/night cycle.
Lithus projects a hologram of his proposition:
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We were talking with simplistic concept because we were too busy arguing to invent proper speech. Now that you invented it, I suppose we can use it to communicate.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 01:56:29 pm
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 02:40:01 pm
"I propose a pair of spherical suns many planets orbiting each, with several Layline Portals naturally connecting them. A mortal would be capable of using a portal to transit between worlds."
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 02:44:38 pm
Rather than spiral, I agree with Lithus/Luthis suggestion of long rodlike sun. Would this be more acceptable to you Teburshe? And to the rest of you as well?"I do not...recall this suggestion...but I would be...amenable to it, yes...."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 02:52:13 pm
"I oppose a Torus. The lack of day and night will result in the sunned side liquefying. Uninhabitable and excessively expensive."
"I propose a pair of spherical suns many planets orbiting each, with several Layline Portals naturally connecting them. A mortal would be capable of using a portal to transit between worlds."
Urgh. We were about to agree on a idea and actually begin doing stuff. Anyways, We decide how the laws of this universe works, so preventing the liquefaction of half of the planet would be trivial.
As for expenses, a single sun with a torus world is most likely much easier to create than two suns each which their own cloud of planets. The torus world also have both the advantages of offering more usable surface in a more compact area and of making the elaboration of a complex (and expensive) portal system optional. And as a last point, multiple propositions have already been made to allow a day/night cycle, most of which would be relatively easy to achieve, not even requiring a collaborative effort to succeed.
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 30, 2015, 03:04:08 pm
"That is very much acceptable. Considering the basic idea stays the same, I see no reason not to prefer this idea or mine over one another."
"Counter proposal...rather than second body to falsify a growth/shadow cycle...many moons...Orbit in spiral shape around planet...disc shaped, to cast shadow more effectively...but not completely...growth must continue...
Here, This is what I propose."I presume the moons are also to move along the toroid? If they don't, this is a terrible idea, as it leaves places without the day-night cycle. If they do, the concept remains the same as in my or Teburshe's suggestions, and I still fail to see which one is superior."
"I oppose a Torus. The lack of day and night will result in the sunned side liquefying. Uninhabitable and excessively expensive.""Indeed. Having to devise further constructs, such as the moons here outlined, just to make an idea work at a similar effectiveness to a simpler option, is inefficient and avoidable."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 03:09:14 pm
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"Indeed. Having to devise further constructs, such as the moons here outlined, just to make an idea work at a similar effectiveness to a simpler option, is inefficient and avoidable."The thing is, I was planning to make a moon anyway, so this isn't a onerous additional requirement simply to add a feature that I don't actually particularly value in my case.
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 03:09:35 pm
"To put it more simply...why should we want your day/night cycle?"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 03:16:14 pm
My counter-argument to Nilva also applies to what you said. As for your question, the idea was that since not everyone was interested in a day/night cycle, those who wanted it could add moons like the one I proposed over the areas they plan to occupy without bothering those who don't have a need for them with additional costs. So no, they would not move horizontally, only around a specific portion of the planet, and I fail to see how this would make them worthless, considering the arguments I brought up earlier."That is very much acceptable. Considering the basic idea stays the same, I see no reason not to prefer this idea or mine over one another."
"Counter proposal...rather than second body to falsify a growth/shadow cycle...many moons...Orbit in spiral shape around planet...disc shaped, to cast shadow more effectively...but not completely...growth must continue...Here, This is what I propose."I presume the moons are also to move along the toroid? If they don't, this is a terrible idea, as it leaves places without the day-night cycle. If they do, the concept remains the same as in my or Teburshe's suggestions, and I still fail to see which one is superior.""I oppose a Torus. The lack of day and night will result in the sunned side liquefying. Uninhabitable and excessively expensive.""Indeed. Having to devise further constructs, such as the moons here outlined, just to make an idea work at a similar effectiveness to a simpler option, is inefficient and avoidable."
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 03:19:20 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 03:24:13 pm
"I oppose a Torus. The lack of day and night will result in the sunned side liquefying. Uninhabitable and excessively expensive."While I am interested in multiple planets linked by portals, this would seem to be a flagrant waste of resources, considering the high costs to create multiple planets, and two suns. Why two suns?
"I propose a pair of spherical suns many planets orbiting each, with several Layline Portals naturally connecting them. A mortal would be capable of using a portal to transit between worlds."
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 03:39:16 pm
"Less boring than one sun. Seemingly the only reason for Torus is because a standard system is boring. Therefore judged as more likely to acquire support than a single star. Single star would be preferable. Less waste.""I oppose a Torus. The lack of day and night will result in the sunned side liquefying. Uninhabitable and excessively expensive."While I am interested in multiple planets linked by portals, this would seem to be a flagrant waste of resources, considering the high costs to create multiple planets, and two suns. Why two suns?
"I propose a pair of spherical suns many planets orbiting each, with several Layline Portals naturally connecting them. A mortal would be capable of using a portal to transit between worlds."
'Without a day/night cycle, one side will freeze and the other will liquify. Uninhabitable deathworld."My counter-argument to Nilva also applies to what you said. As for your question, the idea was that since not everyone was interested in a day/night cycle, those who wanted it could add moons like the one I proposed over the areas they plan to occupy without bothering those who don't have a need for them with additional costs. So no, they would not move horizontally, only around a specific portion of the planet, and I fail to see how this would make them worthless, considering the arguments I brought up earlier."That is very much acceptable. Considering the basic idea stays the same, I see no reason not to prefer this idea or mine over one another."
"Counter proposal...rather than second body to falsify a growth/shadow cycle...many moons...Orbit in spiral shape around planet...disc shaped, to cast shadow more effectively...but not completely...growth must continue...Here, This is what I propose."I presume the moons are also to move along the toroid? If they don't, this is a terrible idea, as it leaves places without the day-night cycle. If they do, the concept remains the same as in my or Teburshe's suggestions, and I still fail to see which one is superior.""I oppose a Torus. The lack of day and night will result in the sunned side liquefying. Uninhabitable and excessively expensive.""Indeed. Having to devise further constructs, such as the moons here outlined, just to make an idea work at a similar effectiveness to a simpler option, is inefficient and avoidable."
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 30, 2015, 03:46:25 pm
To persuade you in particular, Teburshe, I say it also forces growth to happen in spurts, rather than constantly. This is a good thing, because, for example, building a house is far more reliable when you have all plans and materials ready, rather than gathering materials as you go and improvising the design. It also brings your precious shadows to the world every so often, though I know that is a weak argument.
To you, Izgamlo, it brings options for any magic you may want to add. For example, you could decide that something only works when a moon is in zenith on a silvernight. If that's not enough, since you seem quite ambivalent, I could just owe you the favour of your support on the idea. Bribery is an ugly word, but I'll help you if you help me."
My counter-argument to Nilva also applies to what you said. As for your question, the idea was that since not everyone was interested in a day/night cycle, those who wanted it could add moons like the one I proposed over the areas they plan to occupy without bothering those who don't have a need for them with additional costs. So no, they would not move horizontally, only around a specific portion of the planet, and I fail to see how this would make them worthless, considering the arguments I brought up earlier."Lack of horizontal movement severely reduces resource efficiency, and making it the work of individual gods for specific areas only moves the problem elsewhere.
You seem dead set on a toroidal world, I've noted. I fail to see how it helps you specifically, so why do you keep pushing it? It causes unnecessary complications that require us to throw even more resources at it, even if it has positive sides over some other shapes. For me, it simply doesn't seem efficient."
"I would also like suggest a season cycle once we've decided what kind of planet it actually is, but that can wait for the moment, and is not essential."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 03:50:35 pm
We already went over this point too, you should pay more attention to the discussion, considering it concerns the creation of everything. The consensus was that we can easily create lifeforms that can survive in these environments, and even if you choose not to, the northern and southern portions of this world would be temperate, allowing standard life. Space will also not be an issue, as the planet will be the size of an orbit."Less boring than one sun. Seemingly the only reason for Torus is because a standard system is boring. Therefore judged as more likely to acquire support than a single star. Single star would be preferable. Less waste.""I oppose a Torus. The lack of day and night will result in the sunned side liquefying. Uninhabitable and excessively expensive."While I am interested in multiple planets linked by portals, this would seem to be a flagrant waste of resources, considering the high costs to create multiple planets, and two suns. Why two suns?
"I propose a pair of spherical suns many planets orbiting each, with several Layline Portals naturally connecting them. A mortal would be capable of using a portal to transit between worlds."'Without a day/night cycle, one side will freeze and the other will liquify. Uninhabitable deathworld."My counter-argument to Nilva also applies to what you said. As for your question, the idea was that since not everyone was interested in a day/night cycle, those who wanted it could add moons like the one I proposed over the areas they plan to occupy without bothering those who don't have a need for them with additional costs. So no, they would not move horizontally, only around a specific portion of the planet, and I fail to see how this would make them worthless, considering the arguments I brought up earlier."That is very much acceptable. Considering the basic idea stays the same, I see no reason not to prefer this idea or mine over one another."
"Counter proposal...rather than second body to falsify a growth/shadow cycle...many moons...Orbit in spiral shape around planet...disc shaped, to cast shadow more effectively...but not completely...growth must continue...Here, This is what I propose."I presume the moons are also to move along the toroid? If they don't, this is a terrible idea, as it leaves places without the day-night cycle. If they do, the concept remains the same as in my or Teburshe's suggestions, and I still fail to see which one is superior.""I oppose a Torus. The lack of day and night will result in the sunned side liquefying. Uninhabitable and excessively expensive.""Indeed. Having to devise further constructs, such as the moons here outlined, just to make an idea work at a similar effectiveness to a simpler option, is inefficient and avoidable."
I propose we cast a vote on the issue. I am fairly certain that the majority is on my side.
Post by: DreamerGhost on May 30, 2015, 03:55:36 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 30, 2015, 03:57:33 pm
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 03:59:22 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 03:59:49 pm
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 04:03:45 pm
"We are at an issue. Perhaps tiebreaker. Simplicity needed. Simple- two planets. Sphere sun in between. Planets orbit sun and rotate. Simple better. Another idea. When a sentient being dies, if that being is virtuous by several gods' standards, that being goes to the other world. Otherwise we take the essence for our own purposes. Odd. I am gaining in complexity.""Suitable proposal. Would support provided planets have at least one moon each."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 04:04:39 pm
"To you, Izgamlo, it brings options for any magic you may want to add. For example, you could decide that something only works when a moon is in zenith on a silvernight. If that's not enough, since you seem quite ambivalent, I could just owe you the favour of your support on the idea. Bribery is an ugly word, but I'll help you if you help me."Ultimately, such effects can be replicated by other means, such as stellar constellations. I find the sense of timelessness that can be evoked by a lack of clear delineation of time to be more interesting in effects it could have on magic use, how do you deal with the fact that a spell lasts a week if there is no week?
Further, due to the nature of the torus, traveling from one end to the other would involve much longer distances than a conventional planet, since the entire structure is stretched out over a orbit. This would popularize the use of portals to get anywhere in any appreciable amount of time, and gives me a lot of material to work with when tweaking space. The torus is just more appealing to me.
As such, voting in favour of Torus
"We are at an issue. Perhaps tiebreaker. Simplicity needed. Simple- two planets. Sphere sun in between. Planets orbit sun and rotate. Simple better. Another idea. When a sentient being dies, if that being is virtuous by several gods' standards, that being goes to the other world. Otherwise we take the essence for our own purposes. Odd. I am gaining in complexity."What happens to souls after creatures die is a unrelated issue that we should tackle at a later time I think. Unless we did something silly like making a planet out of the souls of the dead.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 04:05:47 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 30, 2015, 04:13:06 pm
Supporters of the toroid shape, remember that you can just band together and create the planet by yourselves if it's so important. Just know that I will not waste my Essence any more than is necessary."
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 04:13:54 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 04:15:40 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 04:17:30 pm
"Izgamlo, please listen more closely. What you replied to was my argument on a day-night cycle, not a planetary shape.What's your point? I responded with why I didn't value a day-night cycle. Then after that I explained why I valued a torus system and was thus voting for it.
"What more do we really need other than a simple sphere, with other spheres orbiting around it?"Some creativity?
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 04:18:26 pm
"What more do we really need other than a simple sphere, with other spheres orbiting around it?""Agreed."
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 04:20:09 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 04:21:21 pm
"Creativity does not necessarily benefit our asyet unborn children."I could turn that around and say that neither does a lack of it. Why would a sphere surrounded by lesser sycophantic spheres be better for our creations?
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 30, 2015, 04:24:18 pm
I could turn that around and say that neither does a lack of it. Why would a sphere surrounded by lesser sycophantic spheres be better for our creations?"By extension of it being better for us, if I may turn it around again. If only through saving resources for other projects, such as said creations."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 04:26:55 pm
A whirling clatter of gears is heard, then a board materializes in the void, made from black smoke.
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Torus World:
Sphere System:
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"A tallying will be done. Majority rule."
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 04:27:21 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 04:31:25 pm
Certainly, for those who find utility in spheres. I can understand the value you place on a day-night cycle, even if I don't share that opinion. However, I can't see any obvious use Uztot might get from such a planetary configuration. The only real use he might get from events at the planetary scale is if planet made up of blood was created. In addition, the torus system can only be considered more resource intensive if you wish to add a day-night cycle, which Uztot might not value as much as you.I could turn that around and say that neither does a lack of it. Why would a sphere surrounded by lesser sycophantic spheres be better for our creations?"By extension of it being better for us, if I may turn it around again. If only through saving resources for other projects, such as said creations."
"How about a single star with a single planet and a single moon. The moon slowly orbits outward. The planet slowly gains mass. Eventually resulting in portals needed to get anywhere, as well as effectively infinite space and a stable moon."Gravity would become a problem eventually, lest the creatures living on the surface get crushed under their own weight.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 04:35:17 pm
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Torus World:
Sphere System: Nilva, Gai-gen
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"This is simply for the purpose of deciding if we want a torus world or a sphere system. Personally, I find value in a sphere system, rather than the more complex torus. Also. I do not understand why growth in the world or worlds is wanted. Elaborate. Hm. Complexity increases."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 04:36:11 pm
Why is the torus considered more complex?
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Torus World:
Sphere System: Nilva, Gai-gen
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"This is simply for the purpose of deciding if we want a torus world or a sphere system. Personally, I find value in a sphere system, rather than the more complex torus. Also. I do not understand why growth in the world or worlds is wanted. Elaborate. Hm. Complexity increases."
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 04:37:41 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 04:39:16 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 04:42:14 pm
"More work is required to allow life on a torus system. And... hm. Complexity is hard to define. Like happiness. But it is present in the torus, and not as much in a simple sphere."I disagree. Comparatively the torus is less complex, and whether it'd truly be more complex to create life is debatable. By what metric is a ring more complex than a ball? Especially since the ball is spinning on its own axis while also circling a sun, while the ring is simply turning around the sun, if even that.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 04:44:33 pm
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Torus World: Izgamlo
Sphere System: Nilva, Gai-gen
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Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 04:46:49 pm
A full set of dark-red armor materialize on Lithus.
...Indeed. You may all call me Luthus for now. I would be very grateful if you could all cast your votes faster. I have many things to do and I hate wasting time.
And also, Gai-gen, you forgot to count my vote in favor of the torus world.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 04:47:16 pm
"So you do not want a day-night cycle? Such a thing is easier to implement for a sphere."It is not so much that I do not want a day/night cycle, as that I am largely ambivalent on the matter. I fail to see why such a large value is placed on it by most of you. So ultimately Gai-gen, you also focus mainly on the ease of implementing a day-night cycle?
This is forming a disappointing trend.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 04:48:51 pm
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Torus World: Izgamlo, Luthus
Sphere System: Nilva, Gai-gen
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"Correct. A day-night cycle would cost more essence for a torus world than a sphere."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 04:51:55 pm
"Acknowledged."
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Torus World: Izgamlo, Luthus
Sphere System: Nilva, Gai-gen
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"Correct. A day-night cycle would cost more essence for a torus world than a sphere."
...And would serve absolutely no purpose, except perhaps a cosmetic appeal. I see no point in valuing it so much.
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 04:52:40 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 04:53:31 pm
"Correct. A day-night cycle would cost more essence for a torus world than a sphere."Might I ask why exactly you desire a day/night cycle?
"Hm. Would it be true to state that my brethren are more concerned for themselves than for our forthcoming children? I am merely curious. And you forgot my vote for the sphere system."Why form a distinction? Our creations are us, and we are our creations. After all, we take from our own essence to create them.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 04:54:45 pm
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Torus World: Izgamlo, Luthus
Sphere System: Nilva, Gai-gen, Uztot Mailug
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Post by: Ama on May 30, 2015, 04:57:00 pm
"Hm. Would it be true to state that my brethren are more concerned for themselves than for our forthcoming children? I am merely curious. And you forgot my vote for the sphere system.""Watch your tongue, God of Unneeded Parenting Advice less I rip it from your mouth."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 04:57:46 pm
Disorientation may also be present in our creations without one.Disagreement. A creature that has never known such a cycle would not be disorientated by its absence. Day and night are merely variations in ambient illumination, not some foundational building block of life.
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And what else would you base a calendar on?Seasons obviously.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 04:59:58 pm
Post by: DreamerGhost on May 30, 2015, 05:02:18 pm
Disorientation may also be present in our creations without one.Disagreement. A creature that has never known such a cycle would not be disorientated by it's absence.QuoteAnd what else would you base a calendar on?Seasons obviously.
While I agree that those who never saw the night would not miss it, but what seasons?
I vote for Torus world.
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 05:04:06 pm
"I vote for the Torus world.""I have no desire to preach to my fellows. Merely to know where they stand.""Hm. Would it be true to state that my brethren are more concerned for themselves than for our forthcoming children? I am merely curious. And you forgot my vote for the sphere system.""Watch your tongue, God of Unneeded Parenting Advice less I rip it from your mouth."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 05:04:47 pm
Seasons can be added at no cost to the torus world by having it be slightly off center from the sun, so that part of it is closer and part of it is farther. As the torus rotates, this would cause seasonal variations as the distance from the sun changes.Disorientation may also be present in our creations without one.Disagreement. A creature that has never known such a cycle would not be disorientated by it's absence.QuoteAnd what else would you base a calendar on?Seasons obviously.
While I agree that those who never saw the night would not miss it, but what seasons?
I vote for Torus world.
Axial tilt has also been suggested as a mechanism of seasonal change.
Post by: DreamerGhost on May 30, 2015, 05:10:49 pm
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 05:16:35 pm
"We are at an issue. Perhaps tiebreaker. Simplicity needed. Simple- two planets. Sphere sun in between. Planets orbit sun and rotate. Simple better. Another idea. When a sentient being dies, if that being is virtuous by several gods' standards, that being goes to the other world. Otherwise we take the essence for our own purposes. Odd. I am gaining in complexity.""I am in support of this idea but only if it is changed, somewhat. Firstly, I request that each planet has its own moon, tidally-locked to their own planet and orbiting them. This is merely a preference and a world without them would be acceptable in my eyes.
Secondly and much more importantly, while I am in support of the idea of reincarnation, the system should merely be used as default and not enforced. If we were to make an afterlife, there should be nothing that prevents our followers from entering it.
Thirdly, I am against the idea that only being virtuous by many of our standards should be allowed to reincarnate. There are many problems with this system and I will list them below, but I believe that all sapient souls should be allowed to reincarnate by default. There is little reason in my eyes why we should use our time to save the souls of sentient or lesser beings. By definition they cannot worship us and so long as reincarnation is not necessary for the allowing of life to exist, there is no point."
(Using the Ye Gods definition of sentient. Non-sentient=no free will; sentient=free will; sapient=free will and capable of worship. Ants are non-sentient, dogs are sentient, humans are sapient.)
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 05:19:09 pm
Once again, I agree with your first idea but must question the second. How do you immagine a ring with axial tilt would look like?((Like this? ???
Spoiler (click to show/hide)
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 05:19:32 pm
"Should there be a series of moons orbiting the sun within the Torus donut and providing heat distribution and a day/night cycle, I would support the Torus. I will not spend essence on it as it is an overcomplicated waste of resources.
"Hello, everyone. I am Iliseth, Goddess of Souls and Blood." *bows* "I see that you have already begun talking about the world. Allow me to join.""This has my support.""We are at an issue. Perhaps tiebreaker. Simplicity needed. Simple- two planets. Sphere sun in between. Planets orbit sun and rotate. Simple better. Another idea. When a sentient being dies, if that being is virtuous by several gods' standards, that being goes to the other world. Otherwise we take the essence for our own purposes. Odd. I am gaining in complexity.""I am in support of this idea but only if it is changed, somewhat. Firstly, I request that each planet has its own moon, tidally-locked to their own planet and orbiting them. This is merely a preference and a world without them would be acceptable in my eyes.
Secondly and much more importantly, while I am in support of the idea of reincarnation, the system should merely be used as default and not enforced. If we were to make an afterlife, there should be nothing that prevents our followers from entering it.
Thirdly, I am against the idea that only being virtuous by many of our standards should be allowed to reincarnate. There are many problems with this system and I will list them below, but I believe that all sapient souls should be allowed to reincarnate by default. There is little reason in my eyes why we should use our time to save the souls of sentient or lesser beings. By definition they cannot worship us and so long as reincarnation is not necessary for the allowing of life to exist, there is no point."
(Using the Ye Gods definition of sentient. Non-sentient=no free will; sentient=free will; sapient=free will and capable of worship. Ants are non-sentient, dogs are sentient, humans are sapient.)
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 05:20:57 pm
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 05:29:51 pm
Spoiler: Problems with reincarnation that requires devotion to multiple gods (click to show/hide)
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 05:35:27 pm
And Nilva, are you ignoring most of my arguments because you cannot defeat them? I already told you that both the northern and southern sections will be suitable for regular life, and that as gods, there is nothing that prevent us to adapt said life to be able to inhabit the other parts of this world. We in favor of the torus world have been patiently answering each of your(those of you who favor the spherical world) arguments while you all play deaf to any argument you can't defeat. This is highly infuriating and needlessly childish.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 05:40:36 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 05:45:14 pm
"In my opinion, 'because we're gods' is a poor reason to do the least-optimal thing. It is within our power to make a toric system but it would require more work than creating a simple spherical system if we want it to perform as well as one."Why is that? What basis do you have for these claims? Please don't tell me this is about the day-night cycle thing again
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 05:55:55 pm
Spoiler: Reasons why a toric system is a bad idea (click to show/hide)
Post by: XXXXYYYY on May 30, 2015, 05:58:49 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 06:01:43 pm
Increased cost for creating a planet large enough that it wraps all the way around the sunFalse. It would cost exactly the same as a conventional planet.
Increased cost for defying gravity to allow its existence
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*Another way is to change how gravity itself works but not only would that also cost Essence, it would have serious unforeseen consequences. Also, we'd be changing a law of nature just to accommodate a planetWe're gods at the literal beginning of time. Physics hasn't been set in stone yet. How we make our solar system will probably iron out most of the details, without us needing to expend essence.
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Ever-present deadzones on two sides of the world without artificial protection (costs Essence)Debateable whether they would actually be deadzones, i.e. no they fucking wouldn't be. We can make creatures who can survive in vacuum, and you're worried about it being too cold or hot?
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The creation of entire moons for a day/night cycle...must resist urge to flip out and destroy the concepts of day and night...
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*The front moon would have to be large enough or else the front of the planet will turn into a deadzoneJust make it flat.
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If the front is a deadzone, it will eventually melt and evaporate away, destroying the rest of the planetWhat?
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*Spending Essence for some kind of protectionAgainst what?
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*Changing physics so this wouldn't happen (costs Essence, unforeseen consequences (one foreseen consequence is the increased difficulty of metal-working))You're the only one focused on changing physics here.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 06:07:15 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 06:08:22 pm
"I've spoken as much as I care to about the material world. I'm curious, Izgamlo, are you able to use magic at the moment?"That depends entirely on whether you classify the divine powers we all possess as magic.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 06:08:58 pm
"I do not.""I've spoken as much as I care to about the material world. I'm curious, Izgamlo, are you able to use magic at the moment?"That depends entirely on whether you classify the divine powers we all possess as magic.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 06:10:32 pm
Then the answer should be self-evident. I like how you're not responding to my points. This leads me to believe that you have no decent rebuttals, thus meaning a tacit acknowledgement that I'm correct. Of course you're still going to support making spherical planets. Because of course you are. Sigh."I do not.""I've spoken as much as I care to about the material world. I'm curious, Izgamlo, are you able to use magic at the moment?"That depends entirely on whether you classify the divine powers we all possess as magic.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 06:14:02 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 06:17:41 pm
"I stated very clearly the reason I didn't and won't respond is because I don't care enough to do so. My interests lie much more heavily in the immaterial; souls, magic, and the like. The phenomenon of a god of Magic not being able to use magic is more interesting to me than arguing about the shape of a planet."I have the potentia to create magic with but a thought. Our spheres do not grant us any inherent abilities, merely eases the way to creating them. Where is the deep philosophical meaning in this? This seems pointless navelgazing.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 06:19:52 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 06:21:03 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 06:22:30 pm
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 06:24:19 pm
> Use all of my power to rip numerous holes in the fabric of space(Are you talking about Power or are you talking about Essence, Power, and Crux combined? Capitalisation is important.)
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 06:25:05 pm
((No it isn't. Terminology is. I said power, so I'm talking about power, not essence or crux.))> Use all of my power to rip numerous holes in the fabric of space(Are you talking about Power or are you talking about Essence, Power, and Crux combined? Capitalisation is important.)
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 06:35:13 pm
Lithus and Luthus each splits into a body of their own, who then start juggling with small energy balls together.
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 06:48:35 pm
"As for calendars...what need have my creations for calendars, if the world is even? They could tell by the blossoms on their skin; the shadows of their charges, if we allow seasons. I am...confused...on many of the points...that Iliseth makes. Many seem...unfounded?"
"...in any case, the germination season is almost over...if none else will...then I must be the one to plant the first seed."
Create a star-seed using 5 Essence. It can only grow into a full star with the Essence/Power of other gods being put into it until it is fully formed. The more essence put in, the more 'votes' they wil have as to it's final appearance/shape.
Post by: micelus on May 30, 2015, 06:55:09 pm
Debate and argument; a minor jolt. His mind became unclouded and alert. It tasted excellent although she would have preferred something with more meat on the bones.
He guided his form up to the debates of the gods and introduced herself. "I see we are already at odds; I thank you for giving me my first meal of this new eternity. I am Mavnon, deity of Conflict and I would very much hope that we will work together most splendidly."
"As for this debate about planets and stars, I frankly do not care. I shall be content with any creation you create. Do as you will."
She looked around at her gathered brethren; 16 in total. He focused on what seemed to be a deity of doors, wondering what it wa-
Fool.
"At the beginning of time itself, you dare already bring chaos into this realm? Are you mad?!"
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 06:56:23 pm
A low raspy voice echos across the void.
"You are doomed before you begin. It is but your nature."
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 07:01:07 pm
She awoke.(I'm having trouble seeing that text. Maybe make it a yellow glow?)
Debate and argument; a minor jolt. His mind became unclouded and alert. It tasted excellent although she would have preferred something with more meat on the bones.
He guided his form up to the debates of the gods and introduced herself. "I see we are already at odds; I thank you for giving me my first meal of this new eternity. I am Mavnon, deity of Conflict and I would very much hope that we will work together most splendidly."
"As for this debate about planets and stars I frankly do not care. I shall be content with any creation you create. Do as you will."
She looked around at her gathered brehtren; 16 in total. She focused on what seemed to be a deity of doors, wondering what it wa-
Fool.
"At the beginning of time itself, you dare already bring chaos into this realm? Are you mad?!"
"It is understandable. He is the god of Magic yet there is no magic. That he should break the bounds of the universe with so much force, however, is unacceptable. Should we counter-act his attempt with our own Power?"
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 07:03:06 pm
Post by: Ama on May 30, 2015, 07:03:19 pm
I will table any plans for essence usage for now while we argue about planetary systems. In the meantime:"....What the Us are you doing? Have I been born in a dimension where all the 'special' gods go or something?"
> Use all of my power to rip numerous holes in the fabric of space
Smack this insane god until it stops its inane flailing about.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 07:04:51 pm
"For the record...I vote in favor of Toric world, though a spherical world would also see me supporting it..I am...ambivalent on the subject of a growth/shade cycle."I believe the shape of the star was the least controversial matter. A worldseed would have been more appropriate.
"As for calendars...what need have my creations for calendars, if the world is even? They could tell by the blossoms on their skin; the shadows of their charges, if we allow seasons. I am...confused...on many of the points...that Iliseth makes. Many seem...unfounded?"
"...in any case, the germination season is almost over...if none else will...then I must be the one to plant the first seed."
Create a star-seed using 5 Essence. It can only grow into a full star with the Essence/Power of other gods being put into it until it is fully formed. The more essence put in, the more 'votes' they wil have as to it's final appearance/shape.
> Put 1 essence in the star seed. Vote for star to take rod form.
You both overreact. This void is very robust by it's very lack of anything to break. At worst, minor problems, easily fixed would occur. Or nothing would happen. At best I will learn more about the nature of space in this universe. We must take action if we wish learn more about this reality. Do let caution cripple you into inaction, or forcing others into inaction.She awoke.(I'm having trouble seeing that text. Maybe make it a yellow glow?)
Debate and argument; a minor jolt. His mind became unclouded and alert. It tasted excellent although she would have preferred something with more meat on the bones.
He guided his form up to the debates of the gods and introduced herself. "I see we are already at odds; I thank you for giving me my first meal of this new eternity. I am Mavnon, deity of Conflict and I would very much hope that we will work together most splendidly."
"As for this debate about planets and stars I frankly do not care. I shall be content with any creation you create. Do as you will."
She looked around at her gathered brehtren; 16 in total. She focused on what seemed to be a deity of doors, wondering what it wa-
Fool.
"At the beginning of time itself, you dare already bring chaos into this realm? Are you mad?!"
"It is understandable. He is the god of Magic yet there is no magic. That he should break the bounds of the universe with so much force, however, is unacceptable. Should we counter-act his attempt with our own Power?"
"I would aid with the blocking. We do not want chaos at this level of creation- order until later."
((You guys suck. :( I'm not even allowed to rip holes in space around here. You're acting like I was trying to destroy reality or something.))I will table any plans for essence usage for now while we argue about planetary systems. In the meantime:"....What the Us are you doing? Have I been born in a dimension where all the 'special' gods go or something?"
> Use all of my power to rip numerous holes in the fabric of space
Smack this insane god until it stops its inane flailing about.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 07:05:42 pm
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 07:06:28 pm
"Does anyone else hear that? Or have I also gone crazy?"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 07:06:45 pm
"For the record...I vote in favor of Toric world, though a spherical world would also see me supporting it..I am...ambivalent on the subject of a growth/shade cycle."Oh, someone is doing something, finally some progress!
"As for calendars...what need have my creations for calendars, if the world is even? They could tell by the blossoms on their skin; the shadows of their charges, if we allow seasons. I am...confused...on many of the points...that Iliseth makes. Many seem...unfounded?"
"...in any case, the germination season is almost over...if none else will...then I must be the one to plant the first seed."
Create a star-seed using 5 Essence. It can only grow into a full star with the Essence/Power of other gods being put into it until it is fully formed. The more essence put in, the more 'votes' they wil have as to it's final appearance/shape.
Lithus and Luthus merge back, but this time under the shape of the former. He gives four units of essence for a cylindrical sun, one that would support the torus planet.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 07:07:00 pm
"I would aid with the blocking. We do not want chaos at this level of creation- order until later."Block Izgamlo's breakage of space with Gai-gen's help. Use Power.
Post by: Ama on May 30, 2015, 07:09:49 pm
Laughter echos across the void. Uztot almost manages a frown."Hear what?"
"Does anyone else hear that? Or have I also gone crazy?"
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 07:10:28 pm
"I do not appreciate madness. Yet there must be mortals for all of our purposes.""I would aid with the blocking. We do not want chaos at this level of creation- order until later."Block Izgamlo's breakage of space with Gai-gen's help. Use Power.
"When mortals come into existence, I shall see to it that they know of the madness of Izgamlo."
Aye, match her power, for each point of Power she puts in to stop Izgamlo's breakage, put in one also. If she's not a she... be mechanically embarrassed.
"I hear nothing. Are you defective?"
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 07:11:23 pm
Post by: micelus on May 30, 2015, 07:11:34 pm
From nothing, Mavnon conjured a heavenly halberd and pointed it at Izgamlo. "I am not afraid of drawing blood, brother. Think and act as you see fit."
Contribute 1 power to stopping Izgamlo. If he backsdown, use no Power. If somehow he still undergoes his research, use 8 to attempt to kill him.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 07:13:31 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 07:13:33 pm
"I could've sworn I heard a sinister voice taunting us, and then laughing."And they'd be right to do so. We can't seem to get anything done. At this rate it seems we'll have our first death before we even have a world to fight for.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 07:15:05 pm
Aye, match her power, for each point of Power she puts in to stop Izgamlo's breakage, put in one also. If she's not a she... be mechanically embarrassed.(My ninja-editing has failed! But Iliseth is definitely a she.)
Contribute 1 power to stopping Izgamlo. If somehow he still undergoes his research, use 8 to attempt to kill him.If Izgamlo backs down, don't put into any Power into stopping him. (This is how it goes by default, right?)
"After this mess is finished, would you like to spar, god of Conflict? It would do us both well and it is nothing if not fun."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 07:16:11 pm
Aye, if Izgamlo backs down, don't use any power.
Post by: micelus on May 30, 2015, 07:17:45 pm
Contribute 1 power to stopping Izgamlo. If somehow he still undergoes his research, use 8 to attempt to kill him.If Izgamlo backs down, don't put into any Power into stopping him. (This is how it goes by default, right?)
"After this mess is finished, would you like to spar, god of Conflict? It would do us both well and it is nothing if not fun."
"With pleasure."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 07:18:54 pm
...I did not expect this level of resistance to interacting with space in a destructive manner. Very well. I shall not take such action for the time being, though I do so under protest that you lot are overreacting.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 07:19:35 pm
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 07:21:22 pm
"It is good you do not yet have children to suffer your stead. But they will come soon no doubt."
The voice chuckles again and Uztot's smile vanishes completely.
Post by: micelus on May 30, 2015, 07:21:57 pm
She looked at Teburshe's Seed. "I shall contribute an iota of Essence."
1 Essence to the Solar Seed. Abstain from choosing a type.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 07:23:12 pm
The halberd returned to the immaterial. "Better tyranny than anarchy Izgamlo. They are words to live by."((You are supposed to specify which shape you support.))
She looked at Teburshe's Seed. "I shall contribute an iota of Essence."
1 Essence to the Solar Seed.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 30, 2015, 07:24:12 pm
((I don't see why that would be a requirement. Just donating power should be a valid action))The halberd returned to the immaterial. "Better tyranny than anarchy Izgamlo. They are words to live by."((You are supposed to specify which shape you support.))
She looked at Teburshe's Seed. "I shall contribute an iota of Essence."
1 Essence to the Solar Seed.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 07:24:52 pm
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 07:27:50 pm
Post by: micelus on May 30, 2015, 07:30:39 pm
Mavnon conjured an image of a small planetoid surrounded by a ring and what seemed to be a glass sphere. "I call it the Mad Moon."
Spoiler: Mad Moon (click to show/hide)
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 07:30:52 pm
"Creepy voice. Possible insanity. This should be an interesting experience."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 07:37:06 pm
Looking wistful, Mavnon looked out to the void. "Though this sun and planet I leave up to your decisions, I do believe I can contribute a celestial body. Anyone interested in it's creation?"
Mavnon conjured an image of a small planetoid surrounded by a ring and what seemed to be a glass sphere. "I call it the Mad Moon."Spoiler: Mad Moon (click to show/hide)
Madness? That's no good when trying to progress. I won't support it but I won't do anything to stop it's creation either. If it becomes problematic I might attempt to destroy it though, so be careful with that thing.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 07:37:43 pm
"This is bad for every god here. If a mortal is mad then their ability to hold us in their mind and worship us would decrease, lowering our income of Essence."Spoiler: Mad Moon (click to show/hide)
*draws sword*
"So shall we begin our sparring match, Mavnon? Two rules: no injuring and no Power-usage. Just a simple fight to begin with."
"Creepy voice. Possible insanity. This should be an interesting experience.""If you give me access to your soul I may be able to remove your madness."
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 07:43:57 pm
Post by: micelus on May 30, 2015, 07:48:01 pm
Mavnon looked at Iliseth and smiled with glee. He conjured her halberd once more. Donning a suit of armour, he pointed his weapon, ready to strike. "The first strike I give to you."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 07:48:31 pm
Post by: Ama on May 30, 2015, 07:51:48 pm
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 07:54:03 pm
(I guess we just have to wait till the next Tick to see the results.)
Post by: DontBanTheMan on May 30, 2015, 08:11:27 pm
"Hmmm. Who is the leader of this gathering?"
Patronius examines the other Gods who have emerged from the void; he also takes a particular interest in the duel between Mavnon and Iliseth.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 08:14:24 pm
Patronius wakes from his slumber at last; he simply could not bring himself to spend the effort of shaping himself from the Void.Me, of course, who else could lead this assembly of gods?
"Hmmm. Who is the leader of this gathering?"
Patronius examines the other Gods who have emerged from the void; he also takes a particular interest in the duel between Mavnon and Iliseth.
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 08:17:10 pm
Consideration.
"I will admit though...that Izgamlo has a point...and as the harvest is richer...when the crops are varied...I will plant the second seed now."
...exertion....
Create the World-Seed using 4 Essence and spend 8 Power to help it grow. Again, it requires essence/power from other Gods to grow to full potential. Each point of essence or two points of Power put in gives one vote. Again, in case of a tie, I get one extra vote.
"...now I am...tired...forgive me...brethren...I think I shall...rest in...the shade now...."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 30, 2015, 08:20:00 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 08:21:34 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 08:23:58 pm
Lithus puts ten units of power and two of essence for the formation of a torus world.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on May 30, 2015, 08:24:07 pm
Me, of course, who else could lead this assembly of gods?
Patronius yawns, "Whatever, works for me. It sure doesn't look like you're leading anyone, though." Glance over at the other Gods, fighting and bickering amongst each other.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 08:29:52 pm
Me, of course, who else could lead this assembly of gods?
Patronius yawns, "Whatever, works for me. It sure doesn't look like you're leading anyone, though." Glance over at the other Gods, fighting and bickering amongst each other.
You are the god of leadership, right? Maybe you can help. I wish to build a world shaped like a magnificent donut, and warm it with a rod-like sun. However some of the other gods seem obsessed with the idea of shaping everything like a dull ball. Surely you wish for a donut, I mean, you like donuts, right?
Post by: DontBanTheMan on May 30, 2015, 08:32:48 pm
Luthus manifest himself by making his set of armor appear.
You are the god of leadership, right? Maybe you can help. I wish to build a world shaped like a magnificent donut, and warm it with a rod-like sun. However some of the other gods seem obsessed with the idea of shaping everything like a dull ball. Surely you wish for a donut, I mean, you like donuts, right?
Manifest into my figure of an obese man, "Sounds fine. As long as someone leads this world; wouldn't want everything to fall into chaos."
Post by: HissinhWalnuts on May 30, 2015, 08:34:55 pm
Very interesting layout... but very empty nonetheless, but how are mortals supposed to navigate their massive world with no major landmarks in the heavens to chart, beyond the star? This world I imagine is... huge, huge enough to wrap around a hydrogen fusing body. One can only imagine the size of it's plains, and... oceans.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 08:38:37 pm
4 Power for the Star Seed. Normal spherical star.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 08:59:59 pm
Ow, that actually hurts. I probably shouldn't do that too often.
Post by: micelus on May 30, 2015, 09:01:56 pm
Liram quits its brooding.
Very interesting layout... but very empty nonetheless, but how are mortals supposed to navigate their massive world with no major landmarks in the heavens to chart, beyond the star? This world I imagine is... huge, huge enough to wrap around a hydrogen fusing body. One can only imagine the size of it's plains, and... oceans.
"I would be willing to collaborate on the creation of other celestial bodies...as long as they have aspects similar to the Mad Moon."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 09:07:33 pm
Liram quits its brooding.
Very interesting layout... but very empty nonetheless, but how are mortals supposed to navigate their massive world with no major landmarks in the heavens to chart, beyond the star? This world I imagine is... huge, huge enough to wrap around a hydrogen fusing body. One can only imagine the size of it's plains, and... oceans.
"I would be willing to collaborate on the creation of other celestial bodies...as long as they have aspects similar to the Mad Moon."
Madness-inducing night sky? How is that going to benefit anyone, even you? We're talking about something that will harm pretty much anything that lives.
Post by: Ama on May 30, 2015, 09:11:41 pm
"You desire...a Torus-shaped star, Lauxal...?...or a Torus world...upon which your creations have abounding places in which to roam...or do you wish for a spherical world...in which your beasts may traverse...the whole of it's surface...given time""A Torus world."
"It will even harm some things I plan to create that do not live. So don't make Mad Moon, or I will kill you Luthus, that is all."Liram quits its brooding.
Very interesting layout... but very empty nonetheless, but how are mortals supposed to navigate their massive world with no major landmarks in the heavens to chart, beyond the star? This world I imagine is... huge, huge enough to wrap around a hydrogen fusing body. One can only imagine the size of it's plains, and... oceans.
"I would be willing to collaborate on the creation of other celestial bodies...as long as they have aspects similar to the Mad Moon."
Madness-inducing night sky? How is that going to benefit anyone, even you? We're talking about something that will harm pretty much anything that lives.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 09:13:57 pm
Post by: micelus on May 30, 2015, 09:14:07 pm
Mavnon dodged a slash from his opponent, striking at the goddess' flank.
"Truly, I am perplexed at your opposition. You call for Revolution but deny the motivation needed. Will the serf rise without prodding against his baron? Does the scholar dare publish his results, without the pride and righteousness she feels?
Mavnon took a slash to his chest, laughing slightly. "Good!" She shouted at Iliseth.
"I am sure you mean me, arachnid. In which case, I will gloriously fight you in a time to come."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 09:15:26 pm
What. Surely you mean Mavnon, instead of me, right? I'm the one opposing the idea, not the one proposing it."You desire...a Torus-shaped star, Lauxal...?...or a Torus world...upon which your creations have abounding places in which to roam...or do you wish for a spherical world...in which your beasts may traverse...the whole of it's surface...given time""A Torus world.""It will even harm some things I plan to create that do not live. So don't make Mad Moon, or I will kill you Luthus, that is all."Liram quits its brooding.
Very interesting layout... but very empty nonetheless, but how are mortals supposed to navigate their massive world with no major landmarks in the heavens to chart, beyond the star? This world I imagine is... huge, huge enough to wrap around a hydrogen fusing body. One can only imagine the size of it's plains, and... oceans.
"I would be willing to collaborate on the creation of other celestial bodies...as long as they have aspects similar to the Mad Moon."
Madness-inducing night sky? How is that going to benefit anyone, even you? We're talking about something that will harm pretty much anything that lives.
Edit(ninjas >:c):
"Aspects. Perhaps Madness is too...broad a word? The strengthening of emotions, of magics and desires. Those are the main effects. The Madness, the great desire to commit Conflict, is only for those who stare for too long into the skies. That desire will fade, as with all desires, in time."
Mavnon dodged a slash from his opponent, striking at the goddess' flank.
"Truly, I am perplexed at your opposition. You call for Revolution but deny the motivation needed. Will the serf rise without prodding against his baron? Does the scholar dare publish his results, without the pride and righteousness she feels?
Mavnon took a slash to his chest, laughing slightly. "Good!" She shouted at Iliseth.
"I am sure you mean me, arachnid. In which case, I will gloriously fight you in a time to come."
The link between madness, conflict and revolution is dubious at best. A permanent fear of the skies will not fuel any revolts, and will slow the flow of progress. How are the scholars you mentioned going to perform their studies of the skies if they can only look at it for a short amount of time before having their minds forcibly altered? The will for revolt comes from a lack of justice, needless privations, incompetence or perhaps a disgust towards corruption, not what is the equivalent of drugs being forced upon them.
Post by: Vgray on May 30, 2015, 09:22:21 pm
"At least I can differentiate between the...seventeen? voices gathered here."
Post by: Ama on May 30, 2015, 09:24:48 pm
My apologies Luthus, everyone is still quite new to me. After all we have barely been born and almost nobody as actually introduced themselves.What. Surely you mean Mavnon, instead of me, right? I'm the one opposing the idea, not the one proposing it."You desire...a Torus-shaped star, Lauxal...?...or a Torus world...upon which your creations have abounding places in which to roam...or do you wish for a spherical world...in which your beasts may traverse...the whole of it's surface...given time""A Torus world.""It will even harm some things I plan to create that do not live. So don't make Mad Moon, or I will kill you Luthus, that is all."Liram quits its brooding.
Very interesting layout... but very empty nonetheless, but how are mortals supposed to navigate their massive world with no major landmarks in the heavens to chart, beyond the star? This world I imagine is... huge, huge enough to wrap around a hydrogen fusing body. One can only imagine the size of it's plains, and... oceans.
"I would be willing to collaborate on the creation of other celestial bodies...as long as they have aspects similar to the Mad Moon."
Madness-inducing night sky? How is that going to benefit anyone, even you? We're talking about something that will harm pretty much anything that lives.
"Good!" She shouted at Iliseth.
"I am sure you mean me, arachnid. In which case, I will gloriously fight you in a time to come."
"Don't threaten me or I will kill you Mavnon.
Post by: micelus on May 30, 2015, 09:26:36 pm
Post by: HissinhWalnuts on May 30, 2015, 09:31:19 pm
Post by: micelus on May 30, 2015, 09:34:36 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on May 30, 2015, 09:53:36 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 09:54:07 pm
Oh, and while I'm here:
The suit of armor dematerialize
Now that the seeds of change have been planted(pardon my pun), I should finally be able to focus on progress, or at least I will be able soon enough.
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 10:56:30 pm
"I got bored. What the shit did I miss? Have we made anything yet?"
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 10:57:19 pm
Nilva has been sleeping for most of the argument. Sorta drifting off in the metaphysical corner somewhere."We have not."
"I got bored. What the shit did I miss? Have we made anything yet?"
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 11:03:26 pm
"What's the main issue?
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 11:11:09 pm
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 11:13:34 pm
"The feth is wrong with you all?!""Some of us here want a cylindrical sun and others want a spherical one. Some want a toric planet and others want a spherical one. We have created Seeds of both where gods put in Essence or Power to vote on what their shape should be."
"What's the main issue?
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 11:19:10 pm
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 11:23:56 pm
Post by: Stirk on May 30, 2015, 11:24:42 pm
Iliseth does a little soul-searching in herself and the other Gods using here sphere. After ogling several Gods and herself, she finds that she cannot find any useful information: Peering at the gods with her soul eyes seems to be the equivalent of pointing night vision goggles at the Sun. The high concentration of Crux, Power, and Essence would block out the small light of a soul. (Iliseth -0P)
The first rays of created light fill the void, as a tremendous sphere(?) of light appears. The young star glows softly, filling the area surrounding it with soft rays. It quietly awaits the essence to make it whole. (Teburshe -5E).
Debate continues from all corners, mostly about shapes. Shapes seem to be very important to our Godlings, perhaps as a side effect of their childhood? In any case it may bring us a glimpse of what our future holds.
A certain god shows a desire to poke holes in reality, attempting to do so before pressure from its more sane siblings caused it to stop this action.
Others begin to pour essence onto the star-seed, causing it to grow like a sapling. Slowly, the start takes shape, shifting and turning as the differences in opinion show themselves as to just what that will be. The light grows brighter, and there seems to be a new energy coming from the baby star. (Izgamlo -1E)(Mavnon-1E)(Iliseth-4E)(Uztot-4E)(Lauxal -4)(Lithus/Luthus -1E, -1C)
The seed of a planet is planted into the soil of the sun's orbit, taking instead the form of a large clump of dirt. With the addition of power, it explodes outwards like a balloon filled with air! The dirt making up the seed then begins shifting like an angry ocean, with waves of sand throwing themselves in every direction. (Teburshe -4E, -8P)
Similarly, the planet seed begins to grow as if grass as more essence and power joins into it. As with its star, it dances between shapes as the will of multiple Gods face each other, each time expanding larger and larger, with the tempest of planetary material becoming more and more violent with each ounce of Power. (Gai-gen -2E), (Lithus -2E, -10P),
Oddly, Iliseth decides to pour power into the Sun. As with the planet, it expands significantly, however everyone can sense the instability in the creation. It still seems more stable then the planet...(Iliseth-4P)
(Do you want me to roll the sparing, or would you prefer to rollplay it?)
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 11:27:10 pm
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 11:27:47 pm
"That could work, I suppose. All things considered, we could make them mechanical. It makes more sense that they'd only work when activated and only activated when powered than if they'd simply stop sleeping when given Power.""Sure. Long as it's wolfshaped."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 11:30:16 pm
Lithus/Luthus pours two unit of essence and one of crux in an attempt to stabilize the planet into a torus.
Someone might want to do the same to the sun. I'm unfortunately running out of power right now.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 11:32:35 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 11:33:01 pm
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 11:35:21 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on May 30, 2015, 11:36:52 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 11:37:09 pm
"I do not believe you have the capacity to bar usage. Rendering your threat pointless.""Thus why...I asked those...who are helping create it...the alternative...of course...is the project failing...entirely...should we desire it...we likely can...and besides...in what way...is it a threat...if you lose nothing by it?...it simply does not aid you...you who have done nothing to help..."
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 11:38:00 pm
"I believe...it might be prudent...to entice the rest of you to aid us...Iliseth...Lithus...would you...find it agreeable to say...that those of us who refuse to contribute Essence...be disallowed from the use of the planet?"Absolutely not. That would drive most of the gods into practical exile and (while certainly rather childish-sounding) sharing is caring. Also, it is most of the other gods who will foster the growth of life, souls, and worship for the rest of us once their creations fragment away from worshipping their creator alone."
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 11:38:51 pm
Post by: HissinhWalnuts on May 30, 2015, 11:41:06 pm
Liram gazes upon the planet and enjoys the look of the shifting sands.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 11:41:32 pm
"You cannot bar anyone from use. Therefore do not attempt to threaten. It is pointless.""Nilva, he has reason for laying his claim. Don't mock him."
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 30, 2015, 11:41:54 pm
A moon orbiting the sun closer than the torus could serve the purpose of timekeeping easily, and I assume the spherical world also includes such a satellite, so the arguments of additional costs or needless complexity don't apply in this case."In a spherical world, the day-night cycle comes from the planet's own rotation, not an external body. A moon would not be essential."
"Creepy voice. Possible insanity. This should be an interesting experience.""Honestly, I did not take you for one to daydream about dragons. Especially ones wearing snazzy hats. Interesting."
"I believe...it might be prudent...to entice the rest of you to aid us...Iliseth...Lithus...would you...find it agreeable to say...that those of us who refuse to contribute Essence...be disallowed from the use of the planet?"Define 'use of the planet'. I can sense I am not going like the answer."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 30, 2015, 11:46:08 pm
((I won't bother mentioning the armor thing anymore, you can all assume it happens each time I change my text color.))
Anyone who might choose inaction might as well be dead to me. The first impression is the most important one, so be all careful of how you all choose to act for this first crisis, as it will determine how we will all view each other.
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 11:48:07 pm
...Iliseth...they would merely need...to donate a single Essence...or make a planet of their own...if they will be so shallow...and selfish...as to risk it's complete waste...."
Chortling.
"....you aren't...supposed to...my friend....all I ask...is a single essence...to help stabilize the world...you would even...be able to vote...for spherical...if that is your desire...I might even change my own votes...but if you choose not to...and it somehow succeeds despite...the apathy of Gods...then I will find a way to...keep sapients...of those Gods who refused to aid...either Sun or Planet....from giving their deity...worship....whether that be by their death...or their conversion to the Gods of the World...I do not know...
...did I forget to mention that....?...Those Gods who aided...the Sun...would be free to...use the world...since they aided in some way...at least....I am not...unrealistic..."
"And...my thanks...Luthus...though I find it somewhat...funny that...your views of Gods...are not subject to...progress?"
Wheezing. Rest...
Post by: ~Neri on May 30, 2015, 11:50:20 pm
Post by: HissinhWalnuts on May 30, 2015, 11:50:52 pm
Add 2 essence to the world.
Post by: Andres on May 30, 2015, 11:52:09 pm
Nivla, patroneus, everyone else, this is not the time for petty competition or pretending for superiority. We have a world and it is about to rip itself apart. Either you choose to help and have a world to use, or you do nothing and be remembered by everyone else as useless, lazy, selfish, untrustworthy, etc, etc."I have helped with the sun. I cannot help with the planet and still make my own race afterwards. I hope you will not hold that against me but creating souls is more important to me than creating a planet."
((I won't bother mentioning the armor thing anymore, you can all assume it happens each time I change my text color.))
Anyone who might choose inaction might as well be dead to me. The first impression is the most important one, so be all careful of how you all choose to act for this first crisis, as it will determine how we will all view each other.
Wheezing. Rest..."Please rest. I will make sure you are considered favourably by my followers for your efforts in creating the world. Perhaps you want to name the star and the planet?"
"How much Essence does it Require to be stabilized? I am not willing to spend energy on something that will rip itself apart regardless.""Enough to replace the Power I would think."
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 30, 2015, 11:57:08 pm
...thank you...Liram...as for how much it needs...I am guessing...somewhere around...between five and seven more Essence...as the Power...simply needs to be given a frame to hold it...from falling apart...and then allowed to work..."
Post by: DontBanTheMan on May 31, 2015, 12:00:59 am
And before you threaten me; no, I do not care if this attempt at world-building fails or succeeds without me. I have nothing to gain or lose by putting my own energy into assisting you at the current moment. Except the energy spent, of course."
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 12:01:56 am
"You won't have...a planet...to make a race upon...at this rate...whereas...if you used Crux...you would be perfectly capable...of building your race...unless you worry...that someone will attack you...for some strange reason...?...if you are assailed...then I promise my aid to you...so long as...you simply aid the planet's construction..."Ahahaha! No, I do not require the planet to create a race. The problem is that stabilising the planet would cost me too much Essence and leave me with enough to create a race. I am willing to put 1 Essence into stabilising the planet but only if others help foot the proverbial bill. That is the most I can offer."
...thank you...Liram...as for how much it needs...I am guessing...somewhere around...between five and seven more Essence...as the Power...simply needs to be given a frame to hold it...from falling apart...and then allowed to work..."
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 31, 2015, 12:04:44 am
Aurosseu chips in 5 Essence for a spherical world or a twisting toroid. He also puts 2 Essence into the sun, but abstains from shaping it.
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 12:06:15 am
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 31, 2015, 12:07:02 am
Thank you...Aurosseu...that will be...very helpful...I think...we have almost enough now...I can feel it...desirous to blossom..."
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 12:08:35 am
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 12:09:17 am
"A headache inducing geometry defying world that provides a day/night cycle is considered usable."
Nilva places one essence into the twisting Toroid mindfuck world. Although spherical would be preferred.
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 31, 2015, 12:09:57 am
1 Essence into the planet. Spherical or mobius toroid (if not enough votes for spherical to succeed) so it can twist."Oh, yes! We don't even need to ignore geometry if we make it a Möbius loop. Excellent."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 31, 2015, 12:13:20 am
"And...my thanks...Luthus...though I find it somewhat...funny that...your views of Gods...are not subject to...progress?"
That would be bending the meaning of my aspect quite a bit. Because I am the god of progress doesn't mean that I support every interpretation of the word. And also, you might want to get some rest. I don't want to see a god die even before we've really started. I will try to handle this mess at the maximum of my capabilities.
"I have helped with the sun. I cannot help with the planet and still make my own race afterwards. I hope you will not hold that against me but creating souls is more important to me than creating a planet."
I can understand this wish, but if we do nothing, we will have to spend even more resources to create another world. I have spent enough essence to severely delay my plans, surely you can put an small additional effort?
"I am certainly willing to help, but I do nothing for free. Consider it a matter of... principle.
And before you threaten me; no, I do not care if this attempt at world-building fails or succeeds without me. I have nothing to gain or lose by putting my own energy into assisting you at the current moment. Except the energy spent, of course."
If you believe you have nothing to loose, then why don't you create your own sun and planet by yourself? Surely because this would be much more expensive than using our system, so don't pretend that this doesn't affect you. Everyone is concerned by this, and since you are so interested in having as much resources as possible, consider this an investment: You pay a small sum now, or you are forced to pay a much bigger one later.
I also gives one unit of crux to stabilize the sun into a rod.
Edit: ((Also edited my previous post to specify the shape I voted for.))
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 31, 2015, 12:17:31 am
Post by: DontBanTheMan on May 31, 2015, 12:34:48 am
Invest one unit of Crux to aid Lithus' attempt to stabilize the star into a rod.
Post by: Stirk on May 31, 2015, 12:35:08 am
A massive expense of Power is detected! In an empty part of the Void, there seems to be more nothing then normal. Or is it less?
Post by: Vgray on May 31, 2015, 12:36:39 am
"If you can still hear me, I thank you for your efforts Teburshe."
Post by: micelus on May 31, 2015, 12:39:05 am
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 12:43:12 am
((Just something I forgot....))Investigate!
A massive expense of Power is detected! In an empty part of the Void, there seems to be more nothing then normal. Or is it less?
Post by: Vgray on May 31, 2015, 12:44:36 am
((Just something I forgot....))Investigate!
A massive expense of Power is detected! In an empty part of the Void, there seems to be more nothing then normal. Or is it less?
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 31, 2015, 12:44:57 am
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 12:49:42 am
Post by: HissinhWalnuts on May 31, 2015, 12:59:57 am
Set vote(s) to spherical.
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 01:04:10 am
Spherical is preferred. But Mindfuck Toroid is preferred over natural Toroid.
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 02:08:52 am
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 02:13:10 am
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 02:18:38 am
Spoiler: Iliseth's Code of Conduct (click to show/hide)
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 02:21:05 am
"True. We have no code of conduct. Let me construct one.""Define Break, Define Extinction Events, Define God.""Is this acceptable?"Spoiler: Iliseth's Code of Conduct (click to show/hide)
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 03:25:32 am
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 03:28:58 am
"Altering or destroying the universe or its laws or creating new laws. Anything that would utterly destroy a sapient race. Us.""Define Altering."
"So transcendent sapients would not qualify as gods? Even if they are functionally identical? Or what if new gods formed from the void? Would they not count?"
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 03:32:09 am
(Sapients can't become gods, going by Ye Gods. If you're not a god, you can never become a god unless the Nulls make you one.)
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 03:34:36 am
"I feel like a no killing law should be more a law and less a code. Warfare would happen on the mortal plane to settle disputes. Or in divine games of wit. Whichever is preferred by the combatants. No permanent death."
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 03:58:35 am
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 04:00:05 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on May 31, 2015, 05:02:36 am
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 05:37:11 am
Post by: Dutrius on May 31, 2015, 06:03:17 am
Contribute 4E towards a spherical sun and 4E towards a spherical world.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 31, 2015, 06:58:27 am
Contribute 2E for a sphere sun and 2E for a sphere world.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 31, 2015, 07:56:03 am
10 000 ant-sized sapient ants spawn inside the Chitin Moon. They are capable of using magic. They can only digest and metabolize the particular nectar produced by the Chitinsphere. They are quite weak to the cold.
Create a belt of asteroids that glow brightly, they orbit the sun further out than the world does. Viewed from the world, they should look like a river/band of stars stretching across the sky. (Each of the asteroids has a small anti-sun icon on them ofc)
If needed, dip into my crux to provide essence to complete these actions, though the crux may not be reduced below 4 by doing this.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 31, 2015, 09:53:53 am
"Might I suggest you check the Power levels of every god plus Power spent publicly? The one with the least amount of Power is the most likely culprit, should it be one of us."I have already spent most of my resources on this project. Do not assume that the one who have spent the most is guilty, as
I also spend two crux and one essence on a rod sun.
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 31, 2015, 09:58:56 am
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on May 31, 2015, 10:37:43 am
I do not care what shape our sun and planets are, but a day-night cycle is an absolute necessity. The warmth of day brings happiness to all, whilst the darkness of night calms all mortal souls. I will, however, contribute some essence to the planet and sun."
Alicia puts two essence and four power into the star seed
Alicia puts two essence and two power into the planet seed.
She does not vote.
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 31, 2015, 10:47:10 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 31, 2015, 11:11:03 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 31, 2015, 11:24:48 am
This narrowness of mind so many of you seem to suffer is HIGHLY irritable and pointless. Reality is what we define it to be, not some stupid pre-established "truth"."Do not claim that you don't have your own agenda to push. We all have. A certain narrow-mindedness is simply vital for a god's survival. As you say, reality is what we define it as, and I define a day-night cycle useful. You call it an useless concept, and that puts us at an impasse. However, remember that I can still pull my Essence from the planet and use it to create the cycle myself, but that would be wasteful for all parties involved. In fact, I think I'll make that my simple ultimatum on this matter. I recommend those who support the concept do the same as well."
Should a planet shape that does not inherently allow a day-night cycle be about to win the vote, Aurosseu will reduce his contribution to just 1 unit of Essence.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 31, 2015, 12:15:43 pm
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on May 31, 2015, 12:22:16 pm
I will change my all of my votes to Möbius Torus"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 31, 2015, 12:33:58 pm
Convert all my votes in favor of the regular torus world to votes for the mobius torus. Votes for the rod sun remains unchanged.
Post by: IcyTea31 on May 31, 2015, 12:48:42 pm
I need a desert and a permanently exposed section of the liquid mantle for my projects."Why didn't you say so? Plate tectonics, weather patterns... There will most likely be such areas somewhere, and with as large as the Möbius Torus is, I would, without asking what it is you plan, presume it is going to be enough for you. And as the planet is largely based on its creators, there will probably be everything for everyone."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on May 31, 2015, 12:57:32 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 31, 2015, 12:58:31 pm
I need a desert and a permanently exposed section of the liquid mantle for my projects."Why didn't you say so? Plate tectonics, weather patterns... There will most likely be such areas somewhere, and with as large as the Möbius Torus is, I would, without asking what it is you plan, presume it is going to be enough for you. And as the planet is largely based on its creators, there will probably be everything for everyone."
Yes, an abundance of space was one of the main reason why I pushed for a torus world. With a smaller spherical world, we would run into the problem of territorial conflict, as the amount of desirable space would be extremely limited. And do not worry about my plans, I have no interest in conflict. All I care for is progress, and war is nothing but a distraction from it.
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 03:47:58 pm
Post by: Stirk on May 31, 2015, 09:03:49 pm
Millennium pass by, as the first creations continue their growth under new essence income, with the sole acceptation apparently being the single spider that continues to simply hang around its creator. (Nilva -1E)(Lithus/Luthus -1C)(Patronius -1C)(Lorash-4E)(Moi'aaty -8E)(Gai-gen -4E) (Lithus/Luthus(1E, 2C) (Alicia -4E)
Several Gods decide to investigate the power output. They find the offending nothing quite easily, with the Power acting as a candle to its location. Void seems to be leaking out, making less nothing. On the other hand, Void seems to be leaking in as well, making more nothing in the same location. While the Gods observe this, the leaks stabilize simultaneously. There still seems to be a good amount of nothing that has been lost/gained.
Aurosseu vows to retake his essence if the planet ends up as something he dislikes. If he is capable of following through with this and the mechanism of which this will happen has yet to be seen.
Debates continue to rage on, continuing to be primarily about Shapes. Gods continue to put their essence where their mouth analogs are, voting with their wallets. It seems with the changing opinion the planets shift between even more shapes now, a mobius loop joining the others.
Finally, the worlds begin to stabilize! The planet and sun finally begin taking their permanent shape. The surface of the planet finally settles down, the tides making up the surface. (Uh, can someone help me count up the votes for this? I counted up the energy used, but couldn't keep track of all the votes and the other thing is outdated x_x)
Two Gods begin to duel! Iliseth begins to combat Mavnon in a friendly spar. Iliseth begins with the upperhand, putting Mavnon on the defensive as they block Iliseth's sword using their halberd. Mavnon then retaliates, attacking just as much as defending. Both gods take roughly the same amount of blows, none of which so much as tickle. The fighting intensifies, but stays relatively equal as they continue fighting blow for blow, sharp objects blurring between them as they bounce off each others weapons and armor. Finally, in the end, Mavnon gets into a great position to assault their enemy with tier longer weapon, letting down a flurry of attacks from above and the sides. In the end, Mavnon got in the most hits against their opponent.
Despite having used a little of his essence before, Izgamlo begins to make his own planetary body using the solar system to his advantage. With lofty goals, he puts everything he has into its creation. Dust drifting in the Void from the seeds begins to transform into a powerful chitin, crafted to its God's specifications. From that chitin rises a race of ants, with ten thousand new souls lighting its innards. The remaining dust continues to fly out further, forming a milky asteroid belt with fancy engraved asteroids. (Izgamlo -9E, -5C)
(Aaaaand I think that is everything but the special surprise! But really. I need to get the votes counted so I can finish the planets :-\.)
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
. If I did anything wrong, please tell me. *Everyone gained 1E and 3P this tick, if you believe my math is off just inform me. *One person gained 2E)Post by: Stirk on May 31, 2015, 09:06:12 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 31, 2015, 09:32:19 pm
"...ah...that felt nice...?...you lot confused the poor thing....but I think I can tell what happened...here, little fellow, follow the path of least resistance...it really is difficult for you to agree on anything, isn't it?....I didn't think breaking a tie would be necessary...now that it's settled, we can get down to a different business...and a question...who donated to neither sun nor world, if anyone?....while I don't think I need to bar anyone, given the size I think it's obvious it will grow to...I would like to keep it in mind for future dealings..."
Post by: Vgray on May 31, 2015, 09:34:53 pm
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 09:36:05 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 31, 2015, 09:43:12 pm
"I still think a rodsun is ugly."
"You did not donate to the project...you get no say in the result...that is how it works..."
"...the idea seems...novel, at the least, Uztot, but I have concerns...about how successful such a project would be...given our inability to cooperate without a driving force...as shown by the mere creation of a world...but I would be willing, at least...to try it...?"
Post by: micelus on May 31, 2015, 09:43:40 pm
"I have an idea to present to you, my fellows. I propose we form a...union, formed in the spirit of cooperation, that would allow us to pass and enforce laws. Or, at the very least, an alliance of like-minded individuals working together for common interests."
"...I am cautious of being bonded to such a thing so early in the prehistory of Creation. Should any real problems arise, we as gods can easily convene to deal with such issues."
Post by: DontBanTheMan on May 31, 2015, 09:44:09 pm
"I have an idea to present to you, my fellows. I propose we form a...union, formed in the spirit of cooperation, that would allow us to pass and enforce laws. Or, at the very least, an alliance of like-minded individuals working together for common interests."As long as such a union has a leader, I will join. Without one, there will be too much argument and a lack of decision-making.
"I still think a rodsun is ugly."Rods are magnificent, and the sight of one as a celestial object is glorious. Hush.
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 09:45:49 pm
"I will throw a pink wolf at you.""I have an idea to present to you, my fellows. I propose we form a...union, formed in the spirit of cooperation, that would allow us to pass and enforce laws. Or, at the very least, an alliance of like-minded individuals working together for common interests."As long as such a union has a leader, I will join. Without one, there will be too much argument and a lack of decision-making."I still think a rodsun is ugly."Rods are magnificent, and the sight of one as a celestial object is glorious. Hush.
"Do not make me."
"I will make it sparkle."
Nilva investigates the voidy further. What's the difference between the normal Nothing and the Nothing that's leaking in?
Post by: Vgray on May 31, 2015, 10:03:25 pm
"Would an arbiter with the authority break ties suit your desires?""I have an idea to present to you, my fellows. I propose we form a...union, formed in the spirit of cooperation, that would allow us to pass and enforce laws. Or, at the very least, an alliance of like-minded individuals working together for common interests."As long as such a union has a leader, I will join. Without one, there will be too much argument and a lack of decision-making."I still think a rodsun is ugly."Rods are magnificent, and the sight of one as a celestial object is glorious. Hush.
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 10:05:37 pm
"Only if the arbiter is a wasp and has to wear a tophat.""Would an arbiter with the authority break ties suit your desires?""I have an idea to present to you, my fellows. I propose we form a...union, formed in the spirit of cooperation, that would allow us to pass and enforce laws. Or, at the very least, an alliance of like-minded individuals working together for common interests."As long as such a union has a leader, I will join. Without one, there will be too much argument and a lack of decision-making."I still think a rodsun is ugly."Rods are magnificent, and the sight of one as a celestial object is glorious. Hush.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on May 31, 2015, 10:16:15 pm
"Would an arbiter with the authority break ties suit your desires?"Mmm, if such an arbiter had several additional powers, that would be acceptable. Democracy is not inherently bad, but organized leadership is a must for anything to be accomplished.
Post by: Stirk on May 31, 2015, 10:18:41 pm
The sun seed finally finishes its growth cycle, forming a massive rod in space. The strange energy seems to grow as it gives off intense heat, giving life to the newly formed ants. The star seems to mostly stabilize, slowly performing its purpose. How several of the Gods feel about this is yet to be seen.
In the surrounding areas, the planet also decides on its final shape. The tendrils of dust form into the relatively new addition, surrounding the sun over the course of centuries in an absolutely massive twisting torus. It begins spinning around its sun slowly, the dust now having settled down to mere dust storm levels. The beginnings of different biomes can be seen in the different temperatures of the world, as the Gods had intended.
Finally, the dust on the planet settled completely, as the massive amount of Power input into it seems to vanish. For a moment, the planet is finally stable. Then, massive tremors run through the structure, shaking it to the very core of the planet. Every inch of the twisting torus begins vibrating in different directions! Cracks begin to appear in different locations. All at once, entire plates of earth launch themselves in different directions, flying into the Void. Craters, ranging from absurdly massive to fist sized, fill the surface of the planet. Several sections of the loop simply vanish into dust, breaking what was once a complete loop around the sun into three uneven pieces separated by hundreds of miles of Void. Several areas seem to remain untouched, only to have had their core and mantle removed to become husks of crust. As a final insult, a flare several dozen miles long erupts from the sun and scorches what was once an untouched part of the planet.
As the event finally settles, it seems that not nearly all is lost. Hundreds of millions of square miles have been left completely untouched, with a majority of the cratered area being perfectly habitable to normal life. The planet has been damaged, but not broken.
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 10:21:05 pm
"I have an idea to present to you, my fellows. I propose we form a...union, formed in the spirit of cooperation, that would allow us to pass and enforce laws. Or, at the very least, an alliance of like-minded individuals working together for common interests."As long as such a union has a leader, I will join. Without one, there will be too much argument and a lack of decision-making.Nilva investigates the voidy further. What's the difference between the normal Nothing and the Nothing that's leaking in?
Post by: DontBanTheMan on May 31, 2015, 10:22:11 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 31, 2015, 10:23:45 pm
Post by: Vgray on May 31, 2015, 10:24:29 pm
"Feel free to list what additional powers you think such an arbiter should have. Before we agree to a union, if we agree on one at all, much discussion is required as to the form it will take.""Would an arbiter with the authority break ties suit your desires?"Mmm, if such an arbiter had several additional powers, that would be acceptable. Democracy is not inherently bad, but organized leadership is a must for anything to be accomplished.
Uztot turns his attention to the planet.
"Well that was...violent."
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 10:25:09 pm
"I have an idea to present to you, my fellows. I propose we form a...union, formed in the spirit of cooperation, that would allow us to pass and enforce laws. Or, at the very least, an alliance of like-minded individuals working together for common interests.""Hmm....to be honest the only things that sound appealing about such a union is the protection of the universe's reality and for the punishing of gods. Considering most of us would rather spend our energy on creation rather than the punishing of gods or the protection of reality, a union where the will of all the gods is needed to minimise the energy spent as well as give strength to whatever judgements or preventative measures we put into place. As it is necessary, I will back the creation of such a union."
Iliseth supports the creation of a godly union.
Izgamlo:1/3/5"This is proof that it was Izgamlo who made the hole in the universe! As suspected, he used all his Power to break the barrier apart and who knows what's going to happen now."
"Well fought Soulseeker; I do hope we can continue these duels later...perhaps with mortals and words to back our weapons." Mavnon sheathed her halberd into the Immaterium, bowing to her opponent, as was her custom.Iliseth sheathes her own sword in the scabbard by her waist. (lol Immaterium) "Congratulations your victory, Mavlon. I too await our next bout when it is appropriate. I have no intention, however, of using my followers as pawns in our game. Should we make a place where death and injury gained inside it is temporary, I will consider sending my paladins there to fight yours."
"...I am cautious of being bonded to such a thing so early in the prehistory of Creation. Should any real problems arise, we as gods can easily convene to deal with such issues.""I believe the union Uztot seeks to make is a tool we can use to make to enforce our decisions in such conventions. That, at least, is what I think and why I am supporting such a union."
(I'll read the rest in a bit.)
Post by: DontBanTheMan on May 31, 2015, 10:26:19 pm
Patronius loses himself in the moment, staring lovingly at the rod-sun.
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 10:26:58 pm
Post by: Vgray on May 31, 2015, 10:30:54 pm
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 10:31:29 pm
"We could elect someone whose job it is to break ties and judge gods who we deem to be guilty of a crime.""Would an arbiter with the authority break ties suit your desires?"Mmm, if such an arbiter had several additional powers, that would be acceptable. Democracy is not inherently bad, but organized leadership is a must for anything to be accomplished.
Iliseth creates 10k Humans spread over the largest pieces of untouched land. (Min. group size: 2.5k) (I'm supposed to have 6 Essence, not 3. I said why on the OOC thread.)
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 10:33:48 pm
"We need a lawset first however. Personally I think the only major law should be 'Don't kill, enslave, or use as fuel any divine or transcended being.'""We could elect someone whose job it is to break ties and judge gods who we deem to be guilty of a crime.""Would an arbiter with the authority break ties suit your desires?"Mmm, if such an arbiter had several additional powers, that would be acceptable. Democracy is not inherently bad, but organized leadership is a must for anything to be accomplished.
Iliseth creates 10k humans on the untouched piece of land. (I'm supposed to have 6 Essence, not 3. I said why on the OOC thread.)
Post by: Vgray on May 31, 2015, 10:38:46 pm
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 10:39:49 pm
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 10:41:12 pm
"We need a lawset first however. Personally I think the only major law should be 'Don't kill, enslave, or use as fuel any divine or transcended being.'""We could very easily make such a law after the union is formed. The union can help us create such a lawset by tallying votes, even."
Post by: Vgray on May 31, 2015, 10:41:36 pm
Post by: ~Neri on May 31, 2015, 10:42:18 pm
"Hm. And what of our mortal children? Should our laws protect them?""No genocide of followers?"
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 10:44:57 pm
"Hm. And what of our mortal children? Should our laws protect them?""If we want our laws to protect them, we can just make laws concerning them."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 31, 2015, 10:45:24 pm
"I have an idea to present to you, my fellows. I propose we form a...union, formed in the spirit of cooperation, that would allow us to pass and enforce laws. Or, at the very least, an alliance of like-minded individuals working together for common interests."
I will never EVER accept such a thing. No amount of power will force me to "cooperate" again with the rest of you, and besides, I don't trust half of you to make any kind of proper judgement.
Urgh. All this bickering and fighting is giving me a headache. These recent events will hopefully be the worst of my life. I say hopefully because I don't know if my sanity could handle the possibility of a worse example of teamwork. The only form of cooperation I'd be willing to attempt is that of a smaller pantheon. Don't bother asking me for now, though. I need some time to vent off.
Post by: micelus on May 31, 2015, 10:49:39 pm
Post by: Vgray on May 31, 2015, 10:57:52 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on May 31, 2015, 11:13:04 pm
Teburshe creates the first Great Tree, and 10k Saplings to populate it and it's surroundings, once life reaches a sufficient complexity level on the planet. Teburshe also uses 2 Power to ensure there are environmental conditions that will suit the tree and it's denizens for growth and prosperity, and 2 Power on clouds of spores and pheromones that increase the fertility and longevity of the Saplings for the tick, to help them reproduce and multiply. Crux can be used if necessary.
If it would cost more than would put Teburshe at 4/10 Crux, then plant it as a 'seed' that will not be fully completed until more Essence/Crux/Power is put in, and a certain amount of time is passed. A tick, say. If that's not long enough, two ticks.
Post by: Andres on May 31, 2015, 11:14:15 pm
Use 2 Power to create a temporarily-existing "optic cable" that'll let me peek through the hole without going in it myself. Active soul sense and look at the hole both before, during, and after I insert the optic cable.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on May 31, 2015, 11:14:49 pm
((Retconning this))
Post by: Vgray on May 31, 2015, 11:23:13 pm
Post by: micelus on May 31, 2015, 11:33:04 pm
Use Essence to create to transform a quarter of Ant Drones into Archons. In form, Archons are twice the size of a drone and each are marked by bluish chitin. An Archon is able to produce pheromones that unlike other ants, allows him full control over the Colony. Archons will continue to spread their rule until they come into conflict with another Archon's realm; Conflict or Peace will ensue depending on the whims of the Archon. Archons will attempt to impose their views on their populace. As is, all original Archons are aware of Mavnon and Izgalmo.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on May 31, 2015, 11:34:58 pm
Spoiler: said creation (click to show/hide)
Edit: Added picture.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 01, 2015, 12:02:36 am
"These ants of yours interest me Izgalmo...if only for their status as Creation's first form of life. In all other respects, they seem dull. Their follow their senses and do as needed for their colonies. They have great minds, but little to do with them. I do believe some change is in order."Could I convince you to lower the amount of archons created? A quarter seems too high an amount for what is essentially a ruling caste.
Use Essence to create to transform a quarter of Ant Drones into Archons. In form, Archons are twice the size of a drone and each are marked by bluish chitin. An Archon is able to produce pheromones that unlike other ants, allows him full control over the Colony. Archons will continue to spread their rule until they come into conflict with another Archon's realm; Conflict or Peace will ensue depending on the whims of the Archon. Archons will attempt to impose their views on their populace. As is, all original Archons are aware of Mavnon and Izgalmo.
Post by: Pencil_Art on June 01, 2015, 12:14:24 am
'Sevron looked about at the gathering of the Gods, and their useless debate on shape. Shape, shape, shape, it was all the same to him.
Post by: micelus on June 01, 2015, 12:17:07 am
From the Heavens she descended, unto the humble creatures of the earth. He blazed with the light of the sun, though dimmed by the plates and rings of armour. With parchment in one hand and rusty blade in the other, she spoke to the elders of the newborn with a voice of immortal tone.
"Mortal are you, with knowledge only of Maker and World. With one thought, they who made you cast your form from dust and shadow. Now they wait and watch, waiting for your true Births and the many feats your people will perform."
She raised her sword up towards the heavens, towards not the sun but beyond it. Though rusted, it gleamed like the sun itself and mortal eyes could not look at it in fear of its radiance.
"I am Mavnon, a being equal to your makers. I know them true. Iliseth, Izgalmo, Teburshe and the twins Lithus and Luthus. Born from the same cloth but of different minds, each are brother to one another; gods of the Heavens above. I come to tell you now of us truly."
Spoiler: The Gods and Their Devices (click to show/hide)
"Worship us as you wish, but know each will use you as they see fit. " With that, Mavnon continued
Spoiler: On Creation (click to show/hide)
"I am aware of this. And no.""These ants of yours interest me Izgalmo...if only for their status as Creation's first form of life. In all other respects, they seem dull. Their follow their senses and do as needed for their colonies. They have great minds, but little to do with them. I do believe some change is in order."Could I convince you to lower the amount of archons created? A quarter seems to high an amount for what is essentially a ruling caste of generals.
Use Essence to create to transform a quarter of Ant Drones into Archons. In form, Archons are twice the size of a drone and each are marked by bluish chitin. An Archon is able to produce pheromones that unlike other ants, allows him full control over the Colony. Archons will continue to spread their rule until they come into conflict with another Archon's realm; Conflict or Peace will ensue depending on the whims of the Archon. Archons will attempt to impose their views on their populace. As is, all original Archons are aware of Mavnon and Izgalmo.
Blatant Lies: Spread above myths to Humans, Ants, Hearth Keepers, Saplings,and the race created by Lithus/Luthus.
Post by: ~Neri on June 01, 2015, 12:19:39 am
Post by: Vgray on June 01, 2015, 12:24:16 am
Post by: micelus on June 01, 2015, 12:24:41 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 01, 2015, 12:25:43 am
"I sadly have to decline joining the Union. While I don't intend to cause unnecessary harm to others, my and Lauxal's opposed spheres practically force us to work against each other or compromise. And I see no compromise for me that involves Nightmares. I might still ally with individuals, but this Union is not for me."
Post by: Vgray on June 01, 2015, 12:28:48 am
Post by: Andres on June 01, 2015, 12:36:22 am
Go to Humanity, find people with very good memory, and tell them about what actually happened during creation.
Afterwards, I'll teach them agriculture, writing, and pottery (including mud-bricks). After they learn writing (and thus reading), I record the events of creation as they actually went in writing.
I ordain the wisest of my people as priests (being a new race they are all equally zealous) and command them thus: For an entire season ((or the equivalent of one)) they are to worship me exclusively. The rest of the seasons, they may worship other gods but those who continue to worship me exclusively shall be favoured. All gods may be worshipped except for Izgamlo, who would break the universe for mere curiosity and would do far worse unto mortals for even lesser reasons and Mavnon, who would have mortals destroy themselves for mere amusement.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 01, 2015, 12:38:55 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 01, 2015, 12:40:06 am
Post by: micelus on June 01, 2015, 12:42:05 am
"See? Conflict drives action and action drives progress!"
With a triumphant feeling, Mavnon rushed back down to the Torus to watch Humanity closely. As the centuries passed, Mavnon noticed how Iliseth made her people dedicate their society to worship of her and the rest of the gods. She found their beliefs of Izgamlo and himself amusing, and just as she had desired. After a few decades of thinking, Mavnon began her plan in earnest.
Please stop spreading your lies to my creation, mavnon. I see no problem with having you fill the head of your followers with nonsense, but that doesn't mean I will let you do the same to my species. These kinds of beliefs only leads to dogmas, one of the things I despite the most in existence. However I must admit I found your categorization of gods as selfish and selfless based on their contribution quite funny. I will let my species believe in this portion at least.
"Then act and tell them to do otherwise; they'll believe me if you do not."
Spoiler: Action pending pricecheck (click to show/hide)
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 01, 2015, 12:48:13 am
Also, claims that I'm trying to break the universe are vastly exaggerated, the other gods are just under the mistaken impression that the universe is made of fine porcelain and delicate flower petals. I also have no plans to destroy mortals for any reasons.
I ask them to but look at the heavens, all around them they will see my symbol, the dark sun if they know but where to look. I am the one who created the heavens and all beneath it
Debunk Mavnon's myths about me wanting to destroy the world and transporting demons as well. (free?)
Appear to the ants and inform them the archons are foul oppressors forced upon them by Mavnon. If they wished to be free they must fight the mind-controlling pheromones and kill the archons.
Inform the ants that the myths spread by Mavnon are lies, I never destroyed any worlds nor did I transport any demons. The world below is fractured as a result of the other gods squabbling like children over its shape, and clumsily building it with power they do not yet understand. (free?)
Post by: Andres on June 01, 2015, 12:51:14 am
"So what should we name the star? I'm half-tempted to name it after myself." Iliseth smiles a bit. "'Kyolin' for the star, perhaps?"
(I'd give a suggestion for the planet but there are multiple fragments and Stirk didn't tell us how many there were. That is, if we were naming the fragments individually and not altogether.)
Use soul sense to check whether plants have souls or not. Keep an eye on Humanity and see if they're born with souls. Look at the gods again now that they've used some of their energy. I use 3 Power to do so.
Appear to many members of humanity (especially the youngest and most newly ordained priests) and explain to them that Illiseth is a lying liar who lies. It was I, Izgamlo who created them, and they should worship me above all others.(These lies are so blatant I don't even need to argue against them. :P)
Also, claims that I'm trying to break the universe are vastly exaggerated, the other gods are just under the mistaken impression the universe is made of fine porcelain.
I ask them but to look at the heavens, all around them they will see my symbol, the dark sun if they know but where to look. I am the one who created the heavens and all beneath it (free?)
Appear to the ants and inform them the archons are foul oppressors forced upon them by Mavnon. If they wished to be free they must fight the mind-controlling pheromones and kill the archons.
Post by: Vgray on June 01, 2015, 12:52:25 am
Uztot tells the Hearth Keepers the truth and nudges them in the direction of Humanity.
Post by: micelus on June 01, 2015, 01:02:17 am
Mavnon descended unto the temple-settlements of humanity in the guise of a man. Garbed in common clothes, he walked the muddied streets and listened for the smallest hint of ambition. That he found was not at all difficult. Over the span of years, Mavnon imparted knowledge on one she knew would serve him well.
Her chosen was a woman named Illyria, a woman of amber skin and small beady eyes. She was, without a doubt, a degenerate. She did everything to excess; hunger,drink, pleasure and sleep. And yet behind these faults was a woman who knew what should be done, what had to be done. As such, Mavnon did not give up when she found the woman sleeping in the sty, nor when she debased herself on the temple steps. No, Mavnon showed no emotion, only nodding and waiting.
In time, Illyria seemed to understand the foolishness of her act; without meaning her actions were nothing. The pleasure of the flesh was nothing to the pleasure of the mind. And so, giving up her youthful idiocy, she began to open her soul to Mavnon's teachings.
By the end, she had been changed. Her mentor had not imparted pure knowledge, but wisdom and power. Her mind thought fast; a solution to a multitude of problems. She knew now, after all these years, what the master had prepared for. She was to be an Agent of Progress, of Discovery, of Invention. By her sharp mind, the secrets of the universe would be her's...Forever.
Bound a human named Illyria into a Pact: she will become immortal and have the unusually great ability to Discover and Invent. She has also learnt Mavnon's skill at weaponry and learning to fight with any weapon comes easily to her. Most of Illyria's inventions/discoveries, while probably benign, can cause Conflict. Every century, her current body dies and her souls is transported into the nearest newborn child. At the age of 12, the child regains the memories of her forbear. Use Crux if I have to.
Post by: Andres on June 01, 2015, 01:29:59 am
Post by: micelus on June 01, 2015, 01:32:20 am
Post by: Vgray on June 01, 2015, 01:35:29 am
(I was actually in the process of getting my dudes to learn when you posted your thing.)((Three. There are three torus fragments.))
"So what should we name the star? I'm half-tempted to name it after myself." Iliseth smiles a bit. "'Kyolin' for the star, perhaps?"
(I'd give a suggestion for the planet but there are multiple fragments and Stirk didn't tell us how many there were. That is, if we were naming the fragments individually and not altogether.)
Post by: Andres on June 01, 2015, 01:37:29 am
((Where exactly does it say that? Can you quote it?))(I was actually in the process of getting my dudes to learn when you posted your thing.)((Three. There are three torus fragments.))
"So what should we name the star? I'm half-tempted to name it after myself." Iliseth smiles a bit. "'Kyolin' for the star, perhaps?"
(I'd give a suggestion for the planet but there are multiple fragments and Stirk didn't tell us how many there were. That is, if we were naming the fragments individually and not altogether.)
Post by: Vgray on June 01, 2015, 01:41:11 am
(Important update)((Emphasis mine.))
The sun seed finally finishes its growth cycle, forming a massive rod in space. The strange energy seems to grow as it gives off intense heat, giving life to the newly formed ants. The star seems to mostly stabilize, slowly performing its purpose. How several of the Gods feel about this is yet to be seen.
In the surrounding areas, the planet also decides on its final shape. The tendrils of dust form into the relatively new addition, surrounding the sun over the course of centuries in an absolutely massive twisting torus. It begins spinning around its sun slowly, the dust now having settled down to mere dust storm levels. The beginnings of different biomes can be seen in the different temperatures of the world, as the Gods had intended.
Finally, the dust on the planet settled completely, as the massive amount of Power input into it seems to vanish. For a moment, the planet is finally stable. Then, massive tremors run through the structure, shaking it to the very core of the planet. Every inch of the twisting torus begins vibrating in different directions! Cracks begin to appear in different locations. All at once, entire plates of earth launch themselves in different directions, flying into the Void. Craters, ranging from absurdly massive to fist sized, fill the surface of the planet. Several sections of the loop simply vanish into dust, breaking what was once a complete loop around the sun into three uneven pieces separated by hundreds of miles of Void. Several areas seem to remain untouched, only to have had their core and mantle removed to become husks of crust. As a final insult, a flare several dozen miles long erupts from the sun and scorches what was once an untouched part of the planet.
As the event finally settles, it seems that not nearly all is lost. Hundreds of millions of square miles have been left completely untouched, with a majority of the cratered area being perfectly habitable to normal life. The planet has been damaged, but not broken.
Post by: Andres on June 01, 2015, 01:42:40 am
Post by: HissinhWalnuts on June 01, 2015, 06:47:39 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 01, 2015, 06:54:21 am
"Many lies. EXPLAIN!"
Post by: ~Neri on June 01, 2015, 06:55:55 am
"... anger. Nonsensical. Irritation. Explain! Explain! EXPLAIN!"((you are dalek))
"Many lies. EXPLAIN!"
(9 eeeeeexppllaaaaaain)
((*is freaking about spiderdemoni n bed
Post by: Dutrius on June 01, 2015, 06:56:50 am
Well. That was... interesting. Three fragments and a cloud of dust. Perhaps it is for the best, it allows more possibilities this way.
Moi'aaty's attention turns to the rod sun.
Not what many of us had in mind. It's functional at least.
Moi'aaty now regards the newly formed races.
Ah! Mortals. I was wondering how quickly they would appear. And it seems that already they are receiving divine propaganda, which doesn't really surprise me. I should add my own at some point. Mortals, I mean. Not propaganda.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 01, 2015, 10:45:47 am
Here, my children. This is the truth of what happened before your creation.
I gift them with the knowledge required to create sandstone bricks, allowing them to create permanent settlements. I encourage them to improve the technique or find other uses to it.
((A quick google search tells me you can apparently make them by peeing on sand. wat.))
I also create a specie of tree that can grow on sand and feed exclusively on light and is obviously not sentient. it will have black leaves to allow it to collect the most light possible. I spread 10k of them in the area inhabited by the Maag. I also teach the Maag how to farm them.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 01, 2015, 10:59:52 am
I summon an obelisk near the largest Maag settlement. On this obelisk is engraved a log of all that has been said by the gods without any alteration.It might help if you taught your creations how to read first.
Here, my children. This is the truth of what happened before your creation.
I gift them with the knowledge required to create sandstone bricks, allowing them to create permanent settlements. I encourage them to improve the technique or find other uses to it.
((A quick google search tells me you can apparently make them by peeing on sand. wat.))
I also create a specie of tree that can grow on sand and feed exclusively on light and is obviously not sentient. it will have black leaves to allow it to collect the most light possible. I spread 10k of them in the area inhabited by the Maag. I also teach the Maag how to farm them.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 01, 2015, 11:18:27 am
...I summon an obelisk near the largest Maag settlement. On this obelisk is engraved a log of all that has been said by the gods without any alteration.It might help if you taught your creations how to read first.
Here, my children. This is the truth of what happened before your creation.
I gift them with the knowledge required to create sandstone bricks, allowing them to create permanent settlements. I encourage them to improve the technique or find other uses to it.
((A quick google search tells me you can apparently make them by peeing on sand. wat.))
I also create a specie of tree that can grow on sand and feed exclusively on light and is obviously not sentient. it will have black leaves to allow it to collect the most light possible. I spread 10k of them in the area inhabited by the Maag. I also teach the Maag how to farm them.
Right. I might have forgotten that.
I teach the Maag how to read, speak and write the language that us gods use.
Edit:(A.K.A English. No brain explody thingy please)
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 01, 2015, 11:19:41 am
((I can't help but feel that might not be a good idea. In the "it'll explode their brains" sense. But go right ahead! Experimental data is always appreciated! :)) ))...I summon an obelisk near the largest Maag settlement. On this obelisk is engraved a log of all that has been said by the gods without any alteration.It might help if you taught your creations how to read first.
Here, my children. This is the truth of what happened before your creation.
I gift them with the knowledge required to create sandstone bricks, allowing them to create permanent settlements. I encourage them to improve the technique or find other uses to it.
((A quick google search tells me you can apparently make them by peeing on sand. wat.))
I also create a specie of tree that can grow on sand and feed exclusively on light and is obviously not sentient. it will have black leaves to allow it to collect the most light possible. I spread 10k of them in the area inhabited by the Maag. I also teach the Maag how to farm them.
Right. I might have forgotten that.
I teach the Maag how to read, speak and write the language that us gods use.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 01, 2015, 11:29:30 am
((what's wrong? It's just plain English. Maybe I should clarify that.))((I can't help but feel that might not be a good idea. In the "it'll explode their brains" sense. But go right ahead! Experimental data is always appreciated! :)) ))...I summon an obelisk near the largest Maag settlement. On this obelisk is engraved a log of all that has been said by the gods without any alteration.It might help if you taught your creations how to read first.
Here, my children. This is the truth of what happened before your creation.
I gift them with the knowledge required to create sandstone bricks, allowing them to create permanent settlements. I encourage them to improve the technique or find other uses to it.
((A quick google search tells me you can apparently make them by peeing on sand. wat.))
I also create a specie of tree that can grow on sand and feed exclusively on light and is obviously not sentient. it will have black leaves to allow it to collect the most light possible. I spread 10k of them in the area inhabited by the Maag. I also teach the Maag how to farm them.
Right. I might have forgotten that.
I teach the Maag how to read, speak and write the language that us gods use.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 01, 2015, 02:08:37 pm
Go to the newly formed races before my new enemy does, tell them about her impending lies. Inform them that the Shattering was a result of errors made in the world's creation.
Post by: ~Neri on June 01, 2015, 04:14:07 pm
"Counter."Do this also. And ramble at some random mortal in particular that personally, mystery is fun so might borrow the idea of hidden stuff later.
Go to the newly formed races before my new enemy does, tell them about her impending lies. Inform them that the Shattering was a result of errors made in the world's creation.
Whatsitsface isn't an enemy tho.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 01, 2015, 05:07:24 pm
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 01, 2015, 07:11:11 pm
Create 6E worth of dwarves. They are created with knowlege of smelting and forging copper. They would be spread across fertile hills with a nearby mountain.
Post by: ~Neri on June 01, 2015, 07:14:35 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 01, 2015, 07:53:45 pm
Make generic wildlife. So nobody fucking dies cause nobody has anything to eat. Also, some of that wildlife is wolves. Therefore discount.((Didn't stirk say that generic wildlife came with the planet for free?))
Post by: ~Neri on June 01, 2015, 07:54:25 pm
Post by: Stirk on June 01, 2015, 08:19:17 pm
Nilva spends more time examining the nothing. From what they can tell, the difference between the normal Nothing and the new Nothing is Nothing.
The second race is born, spreading over the untouched land on the damaged planet. They are much more separated then the other race, forming multiple tribes in different biomes of several thousand each. (Iliseth -5E)
Far away, in a tree-friendly biome, the area is prepared for the Great Tree. The weather is made perfect, for the time being, as the tree is planted. It grows quickly, though on a mortal scale much time passes. Once their home is created, ten thousand denizens grow from the ground, starting their new lives. Many mortal years later, a grey cloud envelops the newly formed species, helping to speed their growth. ( Teburshe-3E, 4P,6C)
Iliseth makes a long tube with holes on both ends so she can see to the other side. However, the holes are nowhere to be found, and she thus can not actually use it. (Iliseth -2P)
The first non-copreal race is formed, a race of fire spirits that inhabit hearths. They do not seem to have a body as the rest of the races do, existing on a different plane. How they will get along with the tree people is yet to be seen. (Uztot -3E)
Back on the Ant's moon, a quarter undergo a swift transformation, doubling in size and gaining new abilities. These Archons swiftly take over the inside of the moon, subjugating the rest of the population to their will using their pheromones. (Mavnon -6E)
Again, flipping to a completely different area, there is a massive crater where the mantle flows to the surface surrounded by a scorched desert. Finally deciding to use the destruction to his advantage, 10 thousand adorable Maag crawl out of the sand and into their new home (Lithus/Luthus -6E).
A new God joins the mass of Godlings! He was kind enough to introduce himself.
Mavnon decides to spread a story to the mortals, which is almost completely fabricated. Several other Gods immediately called him out on this, explaining to the Mortals their own version. Many mortals seem quite conflicted about this, perhaps his goal all along? In the end, most listen to their creators with few still actually believing Mavnon's story. It is still popular in much of the world(s?) as a work of fiction, with the terms "Janis" and "Aljis" entering the languages to define Godly acts.
((I didn't specify, which appearently means they default to sapient. And I have no problem with that. The sapience.))
((Actually, it defaults to my common sense :P. I thought you wanted sapience.))
Iliseth continues her high level of activity, appearing to the Humans to explain her story. Afterwords, she teaches them rudimentary things. Agriculture begins, with the simple cultivation of many edible plants starting. The humans, finding that they have nothing to write on, decide to use the skills their God gave them to make some. They end up etching their words into pottery, often with an artist's drawing nearby. As for the story they are ordered to chronicle, they etch it into a mud-brick temple along with illustrations. She continues to give them orders on who they can worship, though none particularly want to worship any other God for the time being. The other races seem to now have a familiarity with at least the concepts introduced to humans.
Mavnon then creates a series of stones, granting several objects to mortals depending on their wishes in return for biomass. He puts them around the Sapling's giant tree, in random locations. No one seems to find them yet, they simply sit waiting....(Mavnon -8C)
Izgamlo appears before the Humans, claiming to be their creator. They seem to be wary of him, likely due to Iliseth's low opinion of him, but listen out of fear. He then appears before his own creations, giving them orders to rise up against their new oppressors. These are heard almost immediately. A small group of ants calling themselves the "Alpha Ants", who seem to be more intelligent and slightly larger then the others, let loose a coordinated attack on several Archons, tearing them apart completely using their mandibles and releasing ants from their control. They then start leading the ants in the revolution, making swift gains in the colony. Soon, half the moon was under control of the Archons, half under the Alpha's. An Alpha poet made an epic poem describing the battles to inspire his followers, titled "The Ants go marching one by one Hurra. Hurra." Fighting continues as both sides battle for the rest.
A disease ravages the remaining Archons, apparently spreading through ordinary ants but only effecting their leadership. Most of those who where still alive at this point die, with the few survivors isolating themselves from their servants leaving "pheromone letters" for them to follow. The Alpha's take advantage of this situation to take control over the majority of the moon, with only a few strongholds left for the Archons. The Alphas report that they will eradicate their enemies with little issue, and are planning a final invasion to remove the enemies.
Iliseth continues her flight of activity, examining more things. She finds that humans are, in fact, born with souls. Plants do not, save for the sentient ones such as the Sapling race.
Uztot informs his race of his side of the story, while pointing them in the direction of the human tribes. Many find a pleasant fire to live by, whether in the mud brick homes of the humans or on one of the many kilns, obviously preferring Hearths when available.
Mavnon finds a human woman, observing her life. In the end, he decides to grant her a form of immortality so she may further the cause of Conflict, granting several abilities to do so. (Mavnon -2E). As she gets her powers, she puts her hand to her chin and thinks for a second. She then snaps her fingers, walking to a nearby pot dedicated to Iliseth and smashes it against the ground. She takes the sharpest shard and ties cloth to the other end, making a makeshift dagger. After smiling of her work, she finds the human word for "Iliseth" on one of the shards and set it down. Then, using her dagger, she carves words into the ground "threatened to kill me". She then points to this message looking up at the sky, hoping any God will see it while not praying.
Lithus/Luthus creates a massive obelisk with the text of the Gods scrolling up it, so they may know what is happening. The Maag, being quite intelligent and having heard of writing from the Humans, begin reading it immediately. If the Mortals have not discovered how fragmented the Gods are yet, the certainly know now (Lithus/Luthus -1C).
He then spreads plants suited for this race through the desert, to be cultivated by his race. They begin making their own homes out of sandstone bricks, which may or may not involve their bodily fluids. Next, he further clarifies the language used, helping them understand the runes they where still unfamiliar with.
The new world, already filled with countless plants and several intelligent species, is now seeded with wildlife courtesy of Nilva. Many of these species seem to be based on wolves. Humans soon use the new pottery weaponry to go hunting, developing a taste for meat and have begun attempting to domesticate animals. Several other races have been developing different relationships with the new wildlife. (Nilva -4E)
((Don't think so. Pretty sure he said only plants game.))
(This is true)
Several thousand dwarves appear in uninhabited land. They begin mining ore to make copper, which they naturally know can be smelted into usable metal. They seem to be debating what to use this metal for, with several innovative ideas coming up. The debate seems to spread to other technologies as well, they seem to be catching up pretty fast... ('Sevron-6E)
Several mortals who are capable of sleep are reporting strange nightmares. The same towns that have the nightmares are reporting other odd behavior, mostly a paranoia filling the town.
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 01, 2015, 08:29:36 pm
Once(if) the dwarves are created, appear to them and explain what engineering is to them. Use two essence(if I have it, otherwise not) to empower a male dwarf named Sankis with immortality as a gift from me. Make clear that it was I who did that to him.
Post by: ~Neri on June 01, 2015, 08:31:40 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 01, 2015, 09:25:54 pm
Plants who grow mirrorleaves around them to reflect additional sunlight onto their main photosynthesizing leaves & stalk.
"Vampire" Vines that root themselves in the trunks of tree, growing their roots into the heartwood of the tree, sucking up all available nutrients and sap to feed themselves, causing the tree to wither and die.
Aquatic plants that grow on the surface of water. During their adolescent phase they grow specialized "sail" leaves which drop off after a few weeks/months, to help them spread and propagate themselves across the sea/ocean/lake by being blown around by the wind.
Post by: ~Neri on June 01, 2015, 09:27:13 pm
There are Wolf Spiders.
As in. Literally spiders. That are also wolves.
They're about the size of goats on average.
Post by: Stirk on June 01, 2015, 10:25:39 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 01, 2015, 10:38:06 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 01, 2015, 10:50:27 pm
Aurosseu goes down to the planet fragments and creates 10000 Dreamborn, 100 Walkers, and invents the Dreamcatchers, drawing from Crux where Essence isn't enough. Each creation should get at least some Essence, however.
Post by: Pencil_Art on June 01, 2015, 11:33:16 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 01, 2015, 11:47:48 pm
Spend 3P on cycles of sun, storm, and soil-bearing winds as a boon to the Great Tree and it's Saplings' growth. Spend 1P on similar things for everyone else's races, unless their gods refuse the gift.
Teach the Great Tree of the further intricacies of agriculture, how to grow crops large and strong, of irrigation and crop rotation and orchards. Especially orchards, and animal husbandry and domestication. Tell the Great Tree of what will be the Sapling's duty, to live with nature, and guide it to grow ever larger and greater, using it in turn to help themselves grow ever greater.
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 12:17:29 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 02, 2015, 12:18:51 am
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Mavnon finds a human woman, observing her life. In the end, he decides to grant her a form of immortality so she may further the cause of Conflict, granting several abilities to do so. (Mavnon -2E). As she gets her powers, she puts her hand to her chin and thinks for a second. She then snaps her fingers, walking to a nearby pot dedicated to Iliseth and smashes it against the ground. She takes the sharpest shard and ties cloth to the other end, making a makeshift dagger. After smiling of her work, she finds the human word for "Iliseth" on one of the shards and set it down. Then, using her dagger, she carves words into the ground "threatened to kill me". She then points to this message looking up at the sky, hoping any God will see it while not praying.I make the woman a offer. If she promises to serve and worship me, and work as my prophet I will protect her and teach her powerful magic.
If she agrees, I spend two power to guard the woman from spiritual harm or destruction (since if she's physically harmed she can just respawn). In return, have her serve as my prophet, spreading my faith to the humans, and other races (not to the ants though). Maintain the dogma that I am the true creator of humanity. I also teach her portal magic. In the long life of an immortal, being able to get rid of unwanted memories is a blessing, and her bodies and their lifeforce are ultimately disposable. (am assuming humans can use magic?)
If she doesn't agree, use two power to destroy her soul utterly (don't tell her I'll do this).
Post by: ~Neri on June 02, 2015, 12:21:58 am
Also ribbons. Ribbons are mandatory.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 02, 2015, 12:24:54 am
Spend 3P on cycles of sun, storm, and soil-bearing winds as a boon to the Great Tree and it's Saplings' growth. Spend 1P on similar things for everyone else's races, unless their gods refuse the gift.[/b]
Weather probably won't do much to my plants, but I guess a stronger sun might help them, so I will accept this gift gratefully. You have proved to be a good ally so far. Hopefully we will be able to cooperate more in the future.
I also explain the Maag how to create crude tools out of the wood they have been harvesting and stones. I also greatly encourage them to find new ways to progress by creating new inventions and achieving a better understanding of the universe. And while I'm here, I look at any invention they might have created in my absence(and congratulate them for it, if there is any), and teach them how to start and maintain fires if they do not know how to do it yet.
Post by: HissinhWalnuts on June 02, 2015, 01:13:30 am
Liram looks at the larger of the various creatures on the world and looks intrigued.
Post by: IronyOwl on June 02, 2015, 02:58:26 am
"Oh dear. It seems we've made a mess of things... I'd like some worshipers but there's no place I can rely on to put them. The void it is, then, the void it is..."
(http://i.imgur.com/aSWwUDO.png)
Create 10k Writhes. Van-sized, spacedwelling, armored, tentacled entities with impressive intellect and voracious appetites for knowledge.
Post by: ~Neri on June 02, 2015, 02:59:17 am
Post by: Andres on June 02, 2015, 04:53:49 am
As for the story they are ordered to chronicle, they etch it into a mud-brick temple along with illustrations.
After they learn writing (and thus reading), I record the events of creation as they actually went in writing.(I was actually supposed to chronicle the story myself. I'm fine with the results.)
"If anyone's interested, I ordered Illyria to not pray to or worship Mavnon, asked her not to invent anything, discover as much as she wants, and teach people as much as she wants. I can understand why she thought I meant her harm. I considered destroying her to prevent what tragedy would come from her inventions but decided against it to see how things would actually play out. I see my decision to not destroy her has paid off and I am glad to see the good she does."
I encourage the Humans living near Dwarves to open trade routes with the them, offering food, live animals, and pottery in exchange for metal tools and weapons.
I observe the Dwarves and teach Humanity of mining and the two technologies that it leads to: masonry and metal-working. (I won't use energy for this. If I can't do it without spending energy, I won't do it.)
I go to my priests and give them knowledge of meditation, song, dance, and other ways to help the soul. They will teach these methods to those who visit their temples once a week. I also have them organise a festival once a year in my name to increase the happiness of Humanity. These efforts should help curtail the nightmares.
Soul sense to see the results of those soul-strengthening methods.
Soul sense on Teburshe. His lower levels of energy should make it easier to see if he has a soul. If I see nothing different from before, I use 3 Power to put on proverbial sunglasses and increase the detail of the scan.
Soul sense in Humanity's cities. Any ghosts?
"Mavnon, do you care to spar again?"
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 05:01:05 am
Post by: Andres on June 02, 2015, 05:13:41 am
"I hope you don't mind my children living with yours Iliseth.""I don't mind at all. I was actually wondering if you might become one of my sparring partners. I'm very interested to see how good of a fighter you are."
Post by: micelus on June 02, 2015, 05:24:52 am
Spoiler: Master and Apprentice (click to show/hide)
One day, Mavnon manifested himself on the grandest of Iliseth's temples, making it very obvious to all who she was. Striding into the mud-brick structure, he demanded to see the chief priest. Knowing not to anger a god, he came quickly, even if it was the Creator's rival.
"Explain your beliefs to me. I wish to know what my dear Iliseth is making you do."
Bewildered, frightened and somewhat amused, the priest called for some holy scripts and began the process of teaching a goddess the ways of their faith. By the end of the ordeal, the priest would have aged a decade.
Go to Iliseth's largest temple and make the priest explain their faith to me.
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 05:27:06 am
Post by: Andres on June 02, 2015, 05:29:37 am
(This is cool and all but my god gave you another invitation to spar.)Spoiler: Master and Apprentice (click to show/hide)
"I don't despise the idea. I need to be able to protect my children after all.""Draw your weapon and we shall begin."
Post by: micelus on June 02, 2015, 05:32:42 am
"I heard your words Iliseth but it seems you've found a partner...perhaps a battle of three would be to your liking?"
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 05:35:03 am
"I'm ready when you are, sister."
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 02, 2015, 05:39:52 am
Post by: Andres on June 02, 2015, 05:42:42 am
Mavnon manifested herself to see Iliseth and Uztot preparing for a duel."Maybe later and if Uztot is fine with it. If he isn't, I can spar against you one-on-one."
"I heard your words Iliseth but it seems you've found a partner...perhaps a battle of three would be to your liking?"
Uztot draws a plain wooden staff, with his symbol on the end.Iliseth draws her sword and charges Uztot. (Roll for results, please.)
"I'm ready when you are, sister."
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 05:47:57 am
Aurosseu pulls out a metal-tipped wooden staff from his robes, nevermind how he managed to conceal it. He flips it between his hands until throwing it into the air, and catching a falling wooden hula hoop a moment later.
Post by: Dutrius on June 02, 2015, 05:48:39 am
Moi'aaty creates forests of Ironwood trees.
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 02, 2015, 05:49:54 am
"Finally, some entertainment!"
She starts playing an exhilarating tune on her Psalmery
Post by: ~Neri on June 02, 2015, 05:52:07 am
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 05:53:41 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 02, 2015, 05:54:38 am
Post by: Andres on June 02, 2015, 05:55:33 am
Nilva occasionally throws potatoes with random faces drawn on them at the combatants.(Good. This should help me train to dodge better as well as train my spatial awareness.)
(6) (Uh...I'm not even sure what to write for that.)(I meant Stirk should roll the results. Last time he delayed because he didn't know if we would RP the fight or if he should roll the results himself.)
Post by: ~Neri on June 02, 2015, 05:56:20 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 05:56:26 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 02, 2015, 05:58:25 am
Nilva then throws another potato at Aurosseu~
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 06:00:09 am
"What a waste of good potatoes."
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 06:00:44 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 02, 2015, 06:02:25 am
Post by: micelus on June 02, 2015, 06:06:38 am
Spoiler: Old Man Willow's Stone (click to show/hide)
Spoiler: The Champion's Piece (click to show/hide)
"I could use some sparring practice as well, Mavnon. It doesn't need to be a mêlée-a-trois, if you accept me as your opponent for a duel. Beware, however, that dreams do not make for any sort of logical combat. You may be confused."
Aurosseu pulls out a metal-tipped wooden staff from his robes, nevermind how he managed to conceal it. He flips it between his hands until throwing it into the air, and catching a falling wooden hula hoop a moment later.
"It will be a pleasure to fight you, brother." Conjuring two serrated blades, Mavnon took up a defensive stance. "After you."
Spar with Iliseth after she finishes with Uztot.
Spar with Aurosseu.
Encourage the saplings to use the Ritualstones in the guise of another sapling.
Attempt to encourage Conflict between dwarven and human artstyles; make them think their own artstyles are superior, hopefully triggering a cultural armsrace.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 02, 2015, 06:08:11 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 06:17:58 am
Nilva falls through the metaphorical trapdoor, screaming "Potaaaaaatoeeees!" before falling out of space on top of Aurosseu and putting a wolf shaped potato on his head. (Or her if it's a she.)On contact with the potato, Aurosseu melts into a puddle and evaporates a few seconds later.
"I see you're adept in this kind of logic. But we'll see if it's enough for what I have in store for you."
Aurosseu waves at Nilva from behind a conveniently Aurosseu-shaped topiary nearby, dusting off his robes. He snaps his fingers, and the background breaks apart into butterflies, engulfing Nilva in a beautiful yet vision- and movement-impairing, fluttering cloud.
"It will be a pleasure to fight you, brother." Conjuring two serrated blades, Mavnon took up a defensive stance. "After you.""Uh, I'd rather first see what you're going to do with those leeks. I thought we were going to spar, not make a soup. Oh well, that works just fine for me."
Aurosseu lights a fire in the pit under a cauldron set, and adds a bit of salt into the water.
Post by: Andres on June 02, 2015, 06:19:25 am
Aurosseu waves at Kevak(lolwut)
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 06:22:44 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 02, 2015, 06:28:24 am
Nilva rolls in the butterflies. It quickly becoming a mass of floofy wolves in a grassy field, said wolves then in unison glomp Aurosseu, with Nilva riding a slightly larger one covered in ribbons.
Post by: micelus on June 02, 2015, 06:30:04 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 06:39:40 am
Kevak waves back at the fourth wall breaking deity before proceeding to type.The wolves seem to only have glomped each other, as Aurosseu does not seem to be in the dogpile (heh). Aurosseu taps Nilva on the shoulder from behind him, munching on a carrot.
Nilva rolls in the butterflies. It quickly becoming a mass of floofy wolves in a grassy field, said wolves then in unison glomp Aurosseu, with Nilva riding a slightly larger one covered in ribbons.
"Eh, what's up, dog?"
"Leeks? Blades all the same; the perception matters not.""What do you mean? Perception is everything; for example, I perceive this soup is going to be a very delicious one."
Aurosseu grabs a leek/sword from Mavnon, chops the vegetable up with the blade, and drops the pieces into the cauldron, stirring it.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 02, 2015, 06:44:02 am
It's good that this is all a dream yes?
Post by: ~Neri on June 02, 2015, 06:44:18 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 02, 2015, 06:46:35 am
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 06:49:25 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 02, 2015, 06:51:07 am
Post by: micelus on June 02, 2015, 06:53:53 am
"Leeks? Blades all the same; the perception matters not.""What do you mean? Perception is everything; for example, I perceive this soup is going to be a very delicious one."
Aurosseu grabs a leek/sword from Mavnon, chops the vegetable up with the blade, and drops the pieces into the cauldron, stirring it.
Mavnon tossed the other leek to the chef, and spoke. "I think you want less a duel of blades but of words. Very well. Let us say perception is everything."
'Three blind men approach a walphant* each coming from different sides. One grabs the furless the trunk, another the bushy tail and the last a foot.'
'The first man says "I think its a wake**" and knows it to be true."
"The second man disagrees. 'No, its a bushtail***'."
"The third man shakes his head and states his own hypothesis. 'You're both wrong; its clearly a defen****"
"Though all men are able to perceive separate parts of the whole and believe that what they have is something else, the walphant is clearly a walphant, no matter what each man perceives."
"Though of course, a being of Dreams cares not for such things, yes?"
*wolf-like elephant.
**furry snake.
***a wolf-like monkey
****a mammalian chicken analogue
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 07:10:53 am
The soup drains out of a portal that appeared at the bottom of the cauldron and drop down through another portal onto Aurosseu's hair"Now, now, was that necessary? Did you have to ruin the soup I was making with Mavnon?"
Aurosseu notices another of himself in the distance giving him a worried look. He wipes some soup off himself and gives him a thumbs up. The other Aurosseu returns the favour with a smile.
((Note: Aurosseu doesn't usually have hair. His 'head' is a starry night sky inside his robe's hood. Of course, the localized dream logic makes it possible.))
"Catdog clearly~" Nilva points directly above Aurosseu. There is a half cat, half dog thing floating above him."An interesting phenomenon. Hey, watch out."
Aurosseu sees an incoming train some distance away, and notices he's standing on its tracks. He steps aside. However, Nilva's legs seem to be tied to the tracks with some rope.
As he's looking around waiting for the train to pass, he notices there is another Aurosseu by a cauldron set in the distance.
"Hey, Izgamlo just poured soup on me! How rude!"
He sees the other Aurosseu wipe himself and give him a thumbs up. He gives one back and smiles, then refocuses on Nilva.
"I'm not seeing things again am I?""I'd be more worried if you weren't. After all, you're not wearing a blindfold or anything like that right now."
Mavnon tossed the other leek to the chef, and spoke. "I think you want less a duel of blades but of words. Very well. Let us say perception is everything.""Yes, who said a spar has to be with blades? A wit can be just as sharp, or even more so. To the point, the blind men are not perceiving the whole, only parts, just as you say. The trunk might as well be a wake, the tail might as well that of a bushtail, and the foot might well be one of a defen, but the men extrapolated those assumptions from incomplete data. As they talk, they surely notice their disagreement and examine the walphant closer, eventually leading to the correct identity of the animal. However, to a being of Dreams, the truth of the matter loses meaning, unless I give it some, leading to assumptions becoming just as correct. As you saw, I cut the leek with the sword, even though they were one and the same, and yet not so. A little logical leap like that is quite simple to perform."
'Three blind men approach a walphant each coming from different sides. One grabs the furless the trunk, another the bushy tail and the last a foot.'
'The first man says "I think its a wake" and knows it to be true."
"The second man disagrees. 'No, its a bushtail'."
"The third man shakes his head and states his own hypothesis. 'You're both wrong; its clearly a defen"
"Though all men are able to perceive separate parts of the whole and believe that what they have is something else, the walphant is clearly a walphant, no matter what each man perceives."
"Though of course, a being of Dreams cares not for such things, yes?"
Post by: ~Neri on June 02, 2015, 07:13:41 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 02, 2015, 07:15:20 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 07:15:48 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 02, 2015, 07:17:16 am
Gen-Gai
"Do you mock me?"
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 02, 2015, 07:20:26 am
I wouldn't dareGen-Gai
"Do you mock me?"
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 07:22:00 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 07:26:38 am
Post by: micelus on June 02, 2015, 07:28:06 am
Mavnon watched as the other Aurosseu disembarked from the train.
"Take your multiple bodies for example. I perceive both as yourself and without further investigation, I would conclude that both are equal parts of the whole. However, objectively, neither are you. As gods, these bodies are but a way we communicate with one another and interact with the world. What we are in truth, is but a conglomeration of Essence tied together in Crux kept sapient by our assigned desires."
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 07:29:14 am
Post by: Andres on June 02, 2015, 07:43:35 am
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 07:46:38 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 08:01:12 am
"Ah, but your logic only works in the realm of Dreams, or when the gods actively change Creation itself. I agree that whatever the assumption, it is correct by virtue of being a Dream or the action of any of our peers. Knowing this, I cannot at all agree with what you say is logic. It is arbitrary; objects have their properties as demanded by the Dream or God. There is no comprehension and no prediction; it simply happens.""Yes, Dream Logic indeed only works in dreams and in divine action. No, it is indeed not actual logic. Yes, it is indeed arbitrary, incomprehensible and unpredictable. Do note, however, that everything I'm involved in is divine action."
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"As such, while you are correct that to perceive is everything, that only applies in Dreams or when the Gods are actively at work. In all other cases, what a man perceives means nothing when faced with the object description of what he perceives.""Wrong. Say a man notices something in tall grass. Seeing it to be a harmless piece of rope, he walks into the grass, but is surprised when the wake bites and mortally wounds him. Had he recognized it, he could and would have known to avoid it and saved his life."
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"Take your multiple bodies for example. I perceive both as yourself and without further investigation, I would conclude that both are equal parts of the whole. However, objectively, neither are you. As gods, these bodies are but a way we communicate with one another and interact with the world. What we are in truth, is but a conglomeration of Essence tied together in Crux kept sapient by our assigned desires.""We are more than that. These forms portray how we view ourselves, and important part of one's being. While yes, behind the mask is an object, its nuances give it its essentia. This shines through in our forms. If we were only our spheres, you'd expect our forms to simply be idealistic representations of them. Yet they are not (well, except Gai-gen's)."
"Hey, Uztot's daydream dragon. Two things: what's your name, and could you try to do something on the planet, such as move a pebble? Make sure Uztot can't see you doing it. I'm interested to see how real the dream of a God actually is."
Post by: Vgray on June 02, 2015, 08:09:09 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 02, 2015, 09:31:04 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 02, 2015, 09:32:14 am
When I start recording history, It will be so hard to make anyone believe this actualy happened. Why must you make my work difficult?Why is belief in the truth necessary?
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 09:51:19 am
Post by: micelus on June 02, 2015, 09:52:09 am
"Ah, but your logic only works in the realm of Dreams, or when the gods actively change Creation itself. I agree that whatever the assumption, it is correct by virtue of being a Dream or the action of any of our peers. Knowing this, I cannot at all agree with what you say is logic. It is arbitrary; objects have their properties as demanded by the Dream or God. There is no comprehension and no prediction; it simply happens.""Yes, Dream Logic indeed only works in dreams and in divine action. No, it is indeed not actual logic. Yes, it is indeed arbitrary, incomprehensible and unpredictable. Do note, however, that everything I'm involved in is divine action."Quote"As such, while you are correct that to perceive is everything, that only applies in Dreams or when the Gods are actively at work. In all other cases, what a man perceives means nothing when faced with the object description of what he perceives.""Wrong. Say a man notices something in tall grass. Seeing it to be a harmless piece of rope, he walks into the grass, but is surprised when the wake bites and mortally wounds him. Had he recognized it, he could and would have known to avoid it and saved his life."Quote"Take your multiple bodies for example. I perceive both as yourself and without further investigation, I would conclude that both are equal parts of the whole. However, objectively, neither are you. As gods, these bodies are but a way we communicate with one another and interact with the world. What we are in truth, is but a conglomeration of Essence tied together in Crux kept sapient by our assigned desires.""We are more than that. These forms portray how we view ourselves, and important part of one's being. While yes, behind the mask is an object, its nuances give it its essentia. This shines through in our forms. If we were only our spheres, you'd expect our forms to simply be idealistic representations of them. Yet they are not (well, except Gai-gen's)."
"A fine counterpoint. True, we do not completely give into our Primal Desire for we have aspects that do not obey the Desire. Though I desire Conflict, I do not seek to rend all friendships. In the same way, though your Desire is to Dream, even you must bow to the Waking World at times."
"However, would our forms truly require an ideal representation? Think of a mortal sapient. Their purpose is simply to reproduce and worship; would it not be best to simply create a form that nothing more than a reproductive system and a mind fit only for worship? No, for such creatures would barely feed our forms. The same goes for ourselves. Although our anthropomorphised bodies are not the essential components, they increase their quality and as such we are better for it."
"As for the analogy of the wake...I do not see how I am wrong. He perceived it as a rope when objectively it was a dangerous creature. This only seems to prove my point."
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 10:33:02 am
"However, would our forms truly require an ideal representation? Think of a mortal sapient. Their purpose is simply to reproduce and worship; would it not be best to simply create a form that nothing more than a reproductive system and a mind fit only for worship? No, for such creatures would barely feed our forms. The same goes for ourselves. Although our anthropomorphised bodies are not the essential components, they increase their quality and as such we are better for it.""Yes, it would in fact not be best to create mortals in a form that can only reproduce and worship. However, unlike them, our forms do not add to our power or effectiveness. Gai-gen or Izgamlo's lack of hands does not limit their use of tools. The armour you wear does not protect you any more than my robe, nor does it encumber you. Would we have this discussion any differently if our forms were in fact the symbolic ideals of our spheres?"
Aurosseu briefly blinks to the symbolic form of a rising sun before returning to his primary form.
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"As for the analogy of the wake...I do not see how I am wrong. He perceived it as a rope when objectively it was a dangerous creature. This only seems to prove my point.""Simply put, had he perceived it correctly, he wouldn't have died. Objectively, a dangerous wake is a dangerous wake, yet perception governs over life and death in this case."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 02, 2015, 01:38:20 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 02, 2015, 01:49:34 pm
After taking care of his creation, Lithus come to see what the other divinities are up to.
Oh dear, what the hell have been going on while I was out there?
Post by: Ama on June 02, 2015, 02:06:53 pm
I teach the Maag how to use plant fiber from the trees to make ropes if they do not know how to yet. If they do know I congratulate them for their cleverness instead."Aurosseu has caused a crazy dream battle thing to happen and many of the gods appear to have gone insane and are talking to something. All in all, its just normal godly shenanigans."
After taking care of his creation, Lithus come to see what the other divinities are up to.
Oh dear, what the hell have been going on while I was out there?
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 02:28:53 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 02, 2015, 02:47:15 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 02, 2015, 02:53:25 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 02, 2015, 03:00:32 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 02, 2015, 04:00:57 pm
Lithus leaves the assembly and return to the desert inhabited by the Maag and creates 5k flying insects, slightly smaller than a human fist that feed on heat and light instead of food and water. They spray a thick colorful ink-like substance at predators to defend themselves and have a colored back and wings, whose color will determine the color of their ink(pretty much every color is possible). The ink can easily be made into extremely high quality dye or paint.
I teach the Maag how to domesticate these insects and farm them for their ink, and teach them how to make dye and paint from it. I also encourage them to find new uses for the ink and to refine the production technique.
Edit: Some details added.
Post by: Andres on June 02, 2015, 04:25:38 pm
Lithus leaves the assembly and return to the desert inhabited by the Maag and creates 5k flying insects, slightly smaller than a human fist that feed on heat and light instead of food and water. They spray a thick colorful ink-like substance at predators to defend themselves and have a colored back and wings, whose color will determine the color of their ink(pretty much every color is possible). The ink can easily be made into dye or paint.(Considering that normal wildlife has been created, you could probably just teach your race how to domesticate pre-existing ink-producing creatures. You could also teach them to use pre-existing minerals (soil, for example) as paint. It's probably cheaper than creating an entirely new species.)
I teach the Maag how to domesticate these insects and farm them for their ink, and teach them how to make dye and paint from it. I also encourage them to find new uses for the ink and to refine the production technique.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 02, 2015, 04:39:51 pm
((Yeah, I could probably find a way to make it cheaper but I really want a new species for my plans. They probably won't be too expensive considering it's literally just a bunch of bugs. I'll add something to differentiate them further from normal bugs.))Lithus leaves the assembly and return to the desert inhabited by the Maag and creates 5k flying insects, slightly smaller than a human fist that feed on heat and light instead of food and water. They spray a thick colorful ink-like substance at predators to defend themselves and have a colored back and wings, whose color will determine the color of their ink(pretty much every color is possible). The ink can easily be made into dye or paint.(Considering that normal wildlife has been created, you could probably just teach your race how to domesticate pre-existing ink-producing creatures. You could also teach them to use pre-existing minerals (soil, for example) as paint. It's probably cheaper than creating an entirely new species.)
I teach the Maag how to domesticate these insects and farm them for their ink, and teach them how to make dye and paint from it. I also encourage them to find new uses for the ink and to refine the production technique.
Post by: ~Neri on June 02, 2015, 04:44:52 pm
((Wolfspiders are goat sized though. All the others are tiny~))
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 02, 2015, 08:22:42 pm
Post by: Detoxicated on June 03, 2015, 09:11:55 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 03, 2015, 09:16:53 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 03, 2015, 12:37:09 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 03, 2015, 12:38:44 pm
While we are discusing matters of breaking physics, Should we break the barrier that seperates our universe from force of magic?Yes
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 03, 2015, 12:59:36 pm
((PM me in-character if you're interested.))
Post by: Andres on June 03, 2015, 05:22:01 pm
"Don't pretend you didn't already make the hole in reality. My guess is that a kind of void magic is leaking in."While we are discusing matters of breaking physics, Should we break the barrier that seperates our universe from force of magic?Yes
Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 05:31:10 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 03, 2015, 05:32:52 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 03, 2015, 05:56:22 pm
Oh, and I just thought, it might be a good idea to see if there is actually a hole before accusing each other of ripping apart reality.
Post by: Andres on June 03, 2015, 06:09:43 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 03, 2015, 06:10:46 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 06:13:31 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 03, 2015, 06:14:06 pm
Post by: Andres on June 03, 2015, 06:17:47 pm
"Anger. Shall we attack?""I will not be part of any plot to kill a god. You have the same amount of Power as he does Essence, Power, and Crux combined so I theorise you would be capable of destroying him yourself if it was necessary.".
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 03, 2015, 06:18:56 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 03, 2015, 06:32:25 pm
"Anger. Shall we attack?""That you would even consider attacking one of our brothers troubles me greatly. No matter what he may have done."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 03, 2015, 06:43:13 pm
Post by: Stirk on June 03, 2015, 09:04:01 pm
Gai-gen makes the second Immortal mortal, after explaining to the Dwarves as a whole the concept of the sphere. Sankis is grateful, and promises to devote his life to this new concept to show it (Gai-gen -2E)
The Nothing is poked with a Godly Divine Stick of Poking! As many wise men have guessed, Nothing happens.
Aurosseu creates his first races which misses joining the majority of creations in the last tick. He invents a strange, small object said to have some kind of power. Not much else has been publicly released of these beings or objects (Aurosseu-9E)
Teburshe adds even more (presumably less wolf-based) natural wildlife with no upper limit to growth. These mighty beasts and plants become valuable targets for the hunters, and attempts to domesticate the more docile races is being made after he teaches the concepts to the Saplings. He goes on to teach them other Agriculture concepts, which they proceed to attempt with both normal and mega plants. He then further adjusts the conditions of his race, controlling the weather to best expand the species. He does the same for the other races, to much less success. (Teburshe -2E, 4P)
Uztot goes down himself to inspire kinship and love amongst the mortals. A few listen intently to this God's speeches, but most simply nod along polity.
Izgamlo creates the first magic system! The portal magic! Several Ants begin researching its use. The Alphas hope to use it to assassinate the remaining enemies, freeing the last ants without any unnecessary bloodshed. (Izgamlo -3E)
The ironically unlucky first immortal receives death threats yet again! She accepts the offer, and begins traveling between the races. (Izgamlo -2P)
Nilva goes down to the Earth and annoys the poor mortals, while inadvertently inventing the concept of a koan. One particular Maag, after having been covered in head to toe with pink ribbons, draws googly eyes on all the symbols of Nilva that he can find.
The Maag are again visited by Lithus/Luthus. He teaches them how to transform the resources available to them into tools, which they proceed to use. They are grateful, but wonder if being handed inventions counts as true "progress". The same Maag who was forced into ribbons earlier had invented the dress, making it out of wolf skin, after being inspired by the pretty pretty ribbons. They seem to already know how to build fires, and have several Hearth Spirits living in their sand stone homes.
Thousands of tentacles begin whirling in the Void where there was once a planet, a race capable of surviving even in the Void appearing all at once. They look around at the nearby land with great curiosity (Ra Ha Sahaka -8E)
Nilva forces ribbons onto three newly created Wriths. The feel them with their tentacles, examining their fibers for any extra knowlage. They they tear them apart, examining the threads.
Iliseth opens trade routs between the Humans and Dwarves, leading to technological transfer. The humans now have access to a limited amount of metals, though the Dwarves seem to seek a monopoly, making it difficult for the humans to learn anything about mining from this exchange. She then continues to teach various rituals to the Humans from her temple, which many enjoy and are grateful for, but it seems to have no effect on the nightmares. Some, in a fit of paranoia, believe that they are only making it worse and flee from anything having to do with Iliseth.
Looking at Teburshe, Iliseth doesn't find what she is looking for. She does notice a few mortal souls floating about aimlessly in the realm of the Gods, likely lost due to having no where specified to go. After putting on the metaforicle sunglasses, she sees the dulled energy still blocking anything else. After all, looking at the sun with NV goggles blocks doesn't work, but removing the goggles and looking at the sun isn't too much better. Humanities cities seem to be ghost-free, with the only disimbodied souls surrounding the Gods. (Iliseth -3P)
Mavnon takes his turn in bullying Mortals, ordering a priest of Iliseth. He shows off many engraved pots, bricks, and other assorted goods while explaining things like dance and meditation. If you where looking for something specific, you likely found it, as he was rather exhaustive in his explanations.
Alicia gathers several of the larger chunks left in the Void into a series of "islands" in the Void, locking them into position. They seem to be just like any other part of the planets, capable of supporting life in the same way. (Alicia-3E)
Iliseth and Uztot begin to spar! Iliseth rushes forward, swinging her sword in the best attack she has ever done. This feat is undone in an instant, as Uztot knocks the weapon from her hand in a single movement, disarming her. Before she can react, he begins to counter attack! Then both Gods roll a crit failure. Like, two 100/100. They both independently trip on Iliseth's discarded blade, ending in a sad draw. They are then pelted with potatoes with musical accompaniment.
Aurosseu then spars with....uh....well he spares alright. Mortals watching the ensuing battle on the Obelisk are incredibly confused.
((It was Lorash who created dwarves. You mixed up gods Stirk.))
(Actually, I mixed up players. I could have sworn that it was Pencil Art who made them :-\. I will fix that later. )
The Maag are taught how to make rope, which they had not made due to not knowing they needed them. The clothier Maag uses this new information to advance his clothing industry, inventing several more clothing designs using the new fiber. Ribbons are included, but they each have an insult directed at Nilva engraved into them at creation.
Luthus, continuing with his string of activity, returns to the desert and creates a new insect for the race to domesticate. The enterprising and now rich Maag clothing designer, naturally, uses this for new designs. He then begins to spread these to the other races by trade. (Lithus/Luthus -1E)(Free creation [fairly mundane], 1E for automatic domestication)
The Saplings are advised to ask for Knowledge, after having been lead to the location of the ritual stones by an incognito God. They wonder if it counts if they ask for wealth and value knowledge, or if they ask for Knowledge as a weapon. A few show interest in experimenting with the stones, though nothing comes of it yet.
Several new Gods are born! Some proceed to be active, while others are probably still waiting for the busy GM to accept them.
Everyone seems to be able to know how to craft alchol. Most races with agriculture seem to have developed some form of brewing to preserve their drink, but they seem to know more uses for it and how to make more complex and intoxicating drinks. The source for this seems to very, depending on who you ask.
Several forests of iron-reinforced trees appears on appropriate biomes of the planet! What will be done with these is a mystery, most mortals have yet to discover their existence. (Moi'aaty -2E)
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Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 09:19:35 pm
Nilva then gives that Maag more ribbons. This time with googly eyes glued to them~
Post by: Detoxicated on June 03, 2015, 09:35:45 pm
Teach him the most complex concepts of mathematics and geometry his head can cope with and instruct him to build a school to study space and the relations of spaces, as well as mathematics and architecture. Grant him incredible charisma to do so.
Begin to construct starsigns. I construct the Wolf, the Panpiper, and the Drunk as intricate constellations to be gazed upon by the many inhabitants of our beloved planet.
Post by: IronyOwl on June 03, 2015, 09:35:54 pm
Nilva forces ribbons onto three newly created Wriths. The feel them with their tentacles, examining their fibers for any extra knowlage. They they tear them apart, examining the threads."He he he. Good Writhes."
Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 09:39:09 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 03, 2015, 09:48:50 pm
Teburshe provides the spark of Power required for the first 'natural' Great Tree to be born. He asks that a mission be organized and sent with the seed to take it to a new site, where a new Great tree shall grow. He uses his other two Power to continue providing for better conditions and circumstances for the growth of the Saplings and Great Trees, and uses one essence to set up semi-permanent favorable weather patterns, if he can.
Post by: Jbg97 on June 03, 2015, 09:59:13 pm
Bah, this place was much better as an empty void. The sun is too bright, this planet is in shambles, and these creatures have no sense of public decency!
After shaking his wooden cane vaguely at existence, he goes and appears before the mortals and tells them about how the universe is a bit shit. The animals, the sun, the world, the color of the sky, the temperature, the smell, the humidity, pretty much everything. He mostly blames it on the other gods.
Look at this place. It's a damn mess, and it's all those damn kids' fault. Always making noise, creating suns and whatnots. Despicable, I REMEMBER IN MY DAY WE HAD NO SUNS, PLANETS, OR LIFE AND WE GOT ALONG JUST FINE.
A donut, can you believe it? They tried to make a planet out of a donut. Course, I was still taking a nap, otherwise I would've told them the only PROPER way to make a world is a cube. Cant go wrong with a cube I say; they're sturdy, and have sharp corners that keep the kids off my lawn. Speaking of my lawn, I need to get myself one.
Utther goes and creates a small, round asteroid, and covers it with grass. On this asteroid, he builds an old house with a porch and rocking chair. Once this is done, he sits in the chair and yells at any other gods who come close by to "Get the hell away from my lawn" while threatening them with his cane.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 03, 2015, 10:02:14 pm
"Welcome to existing....I am fairly certain...you did not exist before the planet did....so I do not see how you got along fine....'back in the day'..."
Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 10:05:14 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 03, 2015, 10:07:58 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 03, 2015, 10:08:41 pm
Irritation.
"Welcome to existing....I am fairly certain...you did not exist before the planet did....so I do not see how you got along fine....'back in the day'..."
Bah, existing wasn't invented back then. Back in MY day, we had to make due with non-existence! And we LIKED IT.
Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 10:10:26 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 03, 2015, 10:14:25 pm
"Izgamlo tried putting all his Power into breaking reality when Mavnon and I made him back down. The next Tick, it appeared Izgamlo used all his Power the Tick before and there was a hole in reality. It doesn't take a genius to see what Izgamlo has done."This is foul slander! As can be seen by the existence of reality, with no notable "destruction" of it occurring, and no "holes" existing, I tried no such thing.
I don't need to pretend, since I really didn't. The power requirements are beyond what a single god can currently accomplish alone."Don't pretend you didn't already make the hole in reality. My guess is that a kind of void magic is leaking in."While we are discusing matters of breaking physics, Should we break the barrier that seperates our universe from force of magic?Yes
Post by: Jbg97 on June 03, 2015, 10:15:16 pm
"You didn't exist. Therefore you had nothing to make due with as your essence had not formed."Exactly, it was hard times. It built character.
Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 10:17:52 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 03, 2015, 10:21:43 pm
"There was No Character To Build."You kids these days think you know everything. Didn't your parents raise you right?
Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 10:23:23 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 03, 2015, 10:26:51 pm
We don't have parents. Also, calling us kids is silly when we're older than you"There was No Character To Build."You kids these days think you know everything. Didn't your parents raise you right?
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 03, 2015, 10:27:19 pm
I also explain them that the technology I given them is there to kickstart their scientific progress, these inventions will allow them to progress at a faster pace in the future.
I also greatly encourage them to begin establishing trade routes with the other races, focusing mainly on selling dyed products and works of art for any resources their community need. I also recommend them to encourage local inventors, scientists and artists they might meet in their travels by any way they deem appropriate, without straining their resources. I also recommend them to bring very warm clothes, as the rest of the world is dangerously cold for them.
Lithus then returns to the assembly.
Hey hello Utther! I agree the world needs to be improved. Any suggestion on how to do so?
Oh, and while I'm not busy with my creation, thanks Nilva for accidentally helping my race progress!
Post by: Vgray on June 03, 2015, 10:27:45 pm
"There are no spawn of divinity yet. Because we All Just Started Existing.""Unless you count the mortals. Which I do."
Post by: Jbg97 on June 03, 2015, 10:27:51 pm
"There are no spawn of divinity yet. Because we All Just Started Existing."Ah, no parents at home, eh? Shame. Back in my day, parents took care of their kids, not just letting the void raise their kids for them!
Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 10:29:33 pm
I visit the Maag once again and offer them a new economic system similar to communism where currency is not used between members, rather property is owned by the community and used freely by it's members, making it so that everyone benefits from the work of others without having to worry about not making a living. This should allows them to focus on progress much more easily and go in directions that might not look profitable at first but end up with unexpected rewards. I also offer a ruling system that elects multiple members to a council where decisions are made(Think democracy but with multiple presidents in a council). These new systems should encourage a greater level of cooperation, loyalty and friendship between each members of the species, while still encouraging them to work as they will want to help maintain the society that supports them. I also encourage the Maag to see their species as a single group, rather than simply associating with their village."You're welcome~"
I also explain them that the technology I given them is there to kickstart their scientific progress, these inventions will allow them to progress at a faster pace in the future.
I also greatly encourage them to begin establishing trade routes with the other races, focusing mainly on selling dyed products and works of art for any resources their community need. I also recommend them to encourage local inventors, scientists and artists they might meet in their travels by any way they deem appropriate, without straining their resources. I also recommend them to bring very warm clothes, as the rest of the world is dangerously cold for them.
Lithus then returns to the assembly.
Hey hello Utther! I agree the world needs to be improved. Any suggestion on how to do so?
Oh, and while I'm not busy with my creation, thanks Nilva for accidentally helping my race progress!
"There are no bloody parents! You really need a penguin.""There are no spawn of divinity yet. Because we All Just Started Existing."Ah, no parents at home, eh? Shame. Back in my day, parents took care of their kids, not just letting the void raise their kids for them!
Post by: Jbg97 on June 03, 2015, 10:36:47 pm
Hey hello Utther! I agree the world needs to be improved. Any suggestion on how to do so?Destroy it all! Go back to the good times, back before all this noisome existing nonsense came about. It's a fad I say, and it ought to be going soon!
Oh, and while I'm not busy with my creation, thanks Nilva for accidentally helping my race progress!
Post by: Andres on June 03, 2015, 10:44:08 pm
She then continues to teach various rituals to the Humans from her temple, which many enjoy and are grateful for, but it seems to have no effect on the nightmares. Some, in a fit of paranoia, believe that they are only making it worse and flee from anything having to do with Iliseth."Aurosseu, didn't you say you were going to deal with this? I would've alleviated the nightmares by now if you simply told me you weren't going to hold to your word."
Looking at Teburshe, Iliseth doesn't find what she is looking for. She does notice a few mortal souls floating about aimlessly in the realm of the Gods, likely lost due to having no where specified to go.Iliseth goes to these souls and gathers them together. (No energy, just telling them to gather.) She asks them what it physically feels like to be around gods. Afterwards, she converses with those who want to converse then proceeds to found both a choir and a fight club. This should alleviate the boredom a little bit, at least until an afterlife is made.
He shows off many engraved pots, bricks, and other assorted goods while explaining things like dance and meditation. If you where looking for something specific, you likely found it, as he was rather exhaustive in his explanations.I compliment the priest for his devotion and his knowledge of my ways.
Blood sense on Humanity's population for anything distinctly non-Human and on Dwarves so I can tell the difference between Human and non-Human blood. Maybe there are soulless entities causing the nightmares? They still probably wouldn't have blood but it gives me an excuse to finally use it.
Iliseth and Uztot begin to spar! Iliseth rushes forward, swinging her sword in the best attack she has ever done. This feat is undone in an instant, as Uztot knocks the weapon from her hand in a single movement, disarming her. Before she can react, he begins to counter attack! Then both Gods roll a crit failure. Like, two 100/100. They both independently trip on Iliseth's discarded blade, ending in a sad draw. They are then pelted with potatoes with musical accompaniment."That....was not a satisfactory fight. Rematch?" (Holy crap that was hilarious! The potatoes/music bit was what made it. :)) You kinda forgot about my and Mavnon's fight, though.)
The Maag are taught how to make rope, which they had not made due to not knowing they needed them. The clothier Maag uses this new information to advance his clothing industry, inventing several more clothing designs using the new fiber. Ribbons are included, but they each have an insult directed at Nilva engraved into them at creation.Open a trade route between Humans and Maag if there is none already.
Everyone seems to be able to know how to craft alchol. Most races with agriculture seem to have developed some form of brewing to preserve their drink, but they seem to know more uses for it and how to make more complex and intoxicating drinks. The source for this seems to very, depending on who you ask."It was obviously Humanity. They were the first terrestrial race, the first to learn agriculture, the first to raise crops of wheat or grapes, and the first to turn that wheat or those grapes into beer or whine."
"He just needs a penguin to cheer him up." Nilva makes no attempt to provide this "penguin." Whatever that is.Iliseth creates penguins on the planet. (This is a mundane creation, right? Cancel if it isn't.)
"A broken plate is a broken plate, regardless of how big the chip is. Even a fully broken plate continues to exist, even if it exists in pieces.""Izgamlo tried putting all his Power into breaking reality when Mavnon and I made him back down. The next Tick, it appeared Izgamlo used all his Power the Tick before and there was a hole in reality. It doesn't take a genius to see what Izgamlo has done."This is foul slander! As can be seen by the existence of reality, with no notable "destruction" of it occurring, and no "holes" existing, I tried no such thing.
(Ninja'd by 8 people. Don't care.)
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 03, 2015, 10:47:26 pm
Where is this "chip" in the "plate"? We all saw the nothing holes collapse."A broken plate is a broken plate, regardless of how big the chip is. Even a fully broken plate continues to exist, even if it exists in pieces.""Izgamlo tried putting all his Power into breaking reality when Mavnon and I made him back down. The next Tick, it appeared Izgamlo used all his Power the Tick before and there was a hole in reality. It doesn't take a genius to see what Izgamlo has done."This is foul slander! As can be seen by the existence of reality, with no notable "destruction" of it occurring, and no "holes" existing, I tried no such thing.
Post by: Vgray on June 03, 2015, 10:50:39 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 03, 2015, 11:06:33 pm
Post by: Andres on June 03, 2015, 11:09:21 pm
Lithus returns near the Maag and spend one unit to attempt to raise a mountain range within visible range of most villages somewhat near the exposed mantle (but not close enough to be too hot or uncomfortable for the Maag to live nearby), but quite far from any settlement to avoid causing damage to them.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 03, 2015, 11:23:49 pm
Iliseth adopts a defensive stance and begins sparring with Uztot.Lithus returns near the Maag and spend one unit to attempt to raise a mountain range within visible range of most villages somewhat near the exposed mantle (but not close enough to be too hot or uncomfortable for the Maag to live nearby), but quite far from any settlement to avoid causing damage to them.Open a trade route between Humans and these Maag as well. These guys'll probably share metal-working tech and since they won't have to rely so heavily on farming for their food, they can focus more on their own arts and sciences as well.
Did they even develop metalworking? As far as I know they don't really have access to any mineral source at the moment considering they inhabit a massive desert.
Determine if the Maag have developed metalworking, and if they did, find how do they acquire their metal and congratulate them for their discovery. Also take this as an opportunity to take note of any scientific progress or new invention. Also teach them the scientific method, and make it a central tenet of my worship.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 03, 2015, 11:25:27 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 03, 2015, 11:26:31 pm
"Fellow Gods, I ask you: which race is the most deserving of a spotlight in this universe? I have decided to bestow a blessing upon the most worthy, but am unable to decide on which is the noblest of the races."The Writhes are the greatest and most deserving of the mortals to currently exist, objectively speaking.
Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 11:26:38 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 03, 2015, 11:27:33 pm
"I vote the penguins!"You mean the wolfguins? They aren't even sapient!
Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 11:28:55 pm
"I think it would be a dick move to claim any sapient race is superior yet. They pretty much all just were created."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 03, 2015, 11:30:00 pm
"Exactly!"The writhes took the most essence to create. Reason dictates that they have innate superiority to justify their higher essence cost.
"I think it would be a dick move to claim any sapient race is superior yet. They pretty much all just were created."
Post by: ~Neri on June 03, 2015, 11:31:27 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 03, 2015, 11:31:43 pm
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Izgamlo creates the first magic system! The portal magic! Several Ants begin researching its use.Commend the ants on taking the initiative in uncovering the secrets of magic. Help them to completely understand it, but don't do all the work for them.
Post by: micelus on June 03, 2015, 11:32:34 pm
"Fellow Gods, I ask you: which race is the most deserving of a spotlight in this universe? I have decided to bestow a blessing upon the most worthy, but am unsure of which is the noblest of the races."
Mavnon smiled. "Noblility is such a very...fluid concept. But were I to choose, I would nominate the Ants. They have proven resilient and are already in the process of finishing their revolution."
Mavnon looked into the unknown. "The Maag too are intrepid creatures, if only they could prove it to the world." Mavnon knew very well that the Maag were watching.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 03, 2015, 11:37:30 pm
"I think it would be a dick move to claim any sapient race is superior yet. They pretty much all just were created."[/glow][/color]
"This is very true. I'll tell you what; I will give each of the mortal races a unique blessing. I will heed Mavnon's advice and gift the ants first, primarily due to the feats they have already performed."
Craft the Ring of Magic. It is gold and inset with a moonstone. Whoever wears the ring will have heightened magical ability and keen intelligence. It changes shape based on the will of the wearer.
Once it is crafted, appear before the strongest ant leader. Spend one Power to light up my entrance and strike awe into his heart. Gift him the ring, telling him of the power it will earn him.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 03, 2015, 11:37:57 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 03, 2015, 11:40:45 pm
"Such reasoning would be rather poor...after all, Nilva could make a wolf race more cheaply than we...but her creations would likely be better than ours..."The Writhes, obsessed with knowledge as they are, were also made for less essence by their creator than would normally be possible for other gods.
Post by: Andres on June 03, 2015, 11:40:54 pm
"Fellow Gods, I ask you: which race is the most deserving of a spotlight in this universe? I have decided to bestow a blessing upon the most worthy, but am unsure of which is the noblest of the races.""Humanity, obviously. With only my teachings of basic agriculture, pottery, and writing, they have created cities, fed those cities, built wondrous temples in my name, and have worked illustrations into their writing to tell epic stories. Their bodies make them the best warriors and they already have experience as the first and only hunters in the world. They are the best traders thanks to their technology, their bodies which let them travel far, their charisma which is a boon for negotiations, and the pack animals they gained from being the foremost in animal taming and training. No other race has yet to match Humanity."
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 03, 2015, 11:41:22 pm
"Humanity, obviously. With only my teachings of basic agriculture, pottery, and writing, they have created cities, fed those cities, built wondrous temples in my name, and have worked illustrations into their writing to tell their stories. Their bodies make them the best warriors and they already have experience as the first and only hunters in the world. They are the best traders thanks to their technology, their bodies which let them travel far, their charisma which is a boon for negotiations, and the pack animals they gained from being the foremost in animal taming and training. No other race has yet to match Humanity."
"Though I believe they are outmatched by the magical progress of the ants, I agree that the frail little humans astound me. I will think about gifting them next."
Post by: Vgray on June 03, 2015, 11:45:23 pm
Uztot turns his attention back to the world fragments, and spreads 10k Naiads across their surface.
Post by: Andres on June 03, 2015, 11:50:53 pm
"Though I believe they are outmatched by the magical progress of the ants, I agree that the frail little humans astound me. I will think about gifting them next.""Frail is the wrong word. Saplings are like tree saplings in strength, Maag are built more for fleeing from engagements than fighting, and Humans can move faster and have a height advantage over the Dwarves. As for the Ants, they are literally ant-sized. Even with their magic they wouldn't stand a chance against even a Human child."
(Seriously, Humans are the most physically-capable sapient race in this game. I wasn't even intending that!)
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 03, 2015, 11:55:16 pm
((Lolwut? Portals are pretty lethal used right))"Though I believe they are outmatched by the magical progress of the ants, I agree that the frail little humans astound me. I will think about gifting them next.""Frail is the wrong word. Saplings are like tree saplings in strength, Maag are built more for fleeing from engagements than fighting, and Humans can move faster and have a height advantage over the Dwarves. As for the Ants, they are literally ant-sized. Even with their magic they wouldn't stand a chance against even a Human child."
(Seriously, Humans are the most physically-capable sapient race in this game. I wasn't even intending that!)
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 03, 2015, 11:56:08 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 03, 2015, 11:58:59 pm
Edit: (Is it bad that I'm looking forward to one-uping the humans now with my lizard people now? Assuming I get around to making them...)
Post by: micelus on June 03, 2015, 11:59:06 pm
Mavnon conjured an image.
"Look at the ants. Small in all ways and yet able to wield magics and defeat tyrants far greater than themselves. That they are even sapient is a greatness unto itself."
"The Maag are young and not much to look at true, but their knowledge will one day grow. In centuries to pass, they may one day surpass humanity."
"The dwarves are...short things, little more than small humans. While they may be slower and less widely spread than their morphological kin, they occupy an environment that breeds strong warriors and innovative craftsmen."
"And as for the Saplings...I would not measure their power in terms of civilisation, but by the number and wisdom of the females."
Post by: Pencil_Art on June 03, 2015, 11:59:16 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 04, 2015, 12:00:34 am
This time glitter instead of ribbons.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 04, 2015, 12:03:06 am
"Humanity, obviously. With only my teachings of basic agriculture, pottery, and writing, they have created cities, fed those cities, built wondrous temples in my name, and have worked illustrations into their writing to tell epic stories. Their bodies make them the best warriors and they already have experience as the first and only hunters in the world. They are the best traders thanks to their technology, their bodies which let them travel far, their charisma which is a boon for negotiations, and the pack animals they gained from being the foremost in animal taming and training. No other race has yet to match Humanity.""At least four of those claims...are false. And yes, you are the God of Leadership, I apologize...if I gave offense. But I doubt you would reward the leaders...with leadership, no? But on a different subject...I do not seek to be narrow-sighted...if you could inform me how I might expand my view...I would be grateful. You seem irritated by it, after all...I simply would rather not find myself dragged into debates...as to whose species is best, which would led nowhere...you know as well as I that I would favor my Saplings...Iliseth obviously prefers Humanity. Agreement would be scarce...and in the end meaningless, unless you give a scale to rate our species on...every race has it's advantages and positives...and every race is flawed in it's own way...it is the nature of things. Growth and shadow..."
"Frail is the wrong word. Saplings are like tree saplings in strength, Maag are built more for running than fighting, and they can run faster and have a height advantage over the dwarves. As for the Ants, are literally ant-sized. Even with their magic they wouldn't stand a chance against even a Human child.""Also false...Saplings possess strength greater than humans...and resiliency as well...their disadvantage lies in speed and agility...and these things simply prove that the humans are all-rounders. Saplings have a height advantage against humans...and one could say that in comparison to them...Humans are built more for running than working...if you judge each by their weakest trait...of course Humanity will seem advantageous...they are not a bad creation...but they are by no means perfect...they fight among themselves often...with groups breaking down quickly and leadership being unstable...they are violent, and xenophobic...and yet not all are as such...they are, above all else, unpredictable, from what little I have seen of them...but you remind me of something..."
Teach the Saplings the secrets of woodworking, and architecture. Ask the Great Tree to work with them in it's growth to allow shelters above the level of the ground.
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 12:17:01 am
((Lolwut? Portals are pretty lethal used right))(Ant-sized portals aren't very lethal. Also, cake can be lethal is used right, too.)
"Look at the ants. Small in all ways and yet able to wield magics and defeat tyrants far greater than themselves. That they are even sapient is a greatness unto itself.""That they are sapient is not an accomplishment in the slightest. In relative terms, it was their god who gave them sapience and in absolute terms, they are no more sapient than any other sapient race."
"The Maag are young and not much to look at true, but their knowledge will one day grow. In centuries to pass, they may one day surpass humanity.""That they may one day surpass Humanity is not the issue here. I believe we are discussing which race is currently the greatest. Also, they were made in the same Tick as Humanity and so aren't as young as you might think."
"And as for the Saplings...I would not measure their power in terms of civilisation, but by the number and wisdom of the females."(Wait what? Saplings have gender? Females are dominant? They have numbers? I need links.)
"Iliseth, your love for your children is without doubt, motherly. As such, I fully understand why you feel that you must go on about the superiority of humanity. However, you cannot measure greatness by size and technology alone.""I am lauding their achievements so they can get whatever reward Patronius has in mind. As they have been faithfully worshipping me since their creation, it is my duty to provide them."
"Agreement would be scarce...and in the end meaningless, unless you give a scale to rate our species on...every race has it's advantages and positives...and every race is flawed in it's own way...it is the nature of things. Growth and shadow...""A scale would be nice to have in general, not just for this contest."
"Also false...Saplings possess strength greater than humans...and resiliency as well...their disadvantage lies in speed and agility...and these things simply prove that the humans are all-rounders. Saplings have a height advantage against humans..."(Links please.)
"they fight among themselves often...with groups breaking down quickly and leadership being unstable...they are violent, and xenophobic..."(lolwut!? I've never heard of any leadership struggles or instability, especially since I'm pretty sure it's the priesthood that run the civs. The extent of their violence is their hunting and their xenophobia is non-existent. They trade with Dwarves, live alongside Hearth Keepers with no trouble whatsoever, and are about to start trading with the Maag.)
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 04, 2015, 12:23:14 am
((and also Andres, didn't someone start racism between humans and dwarfs recently? Something about merchants arguing that their pots were better than the other's degenerating into hatred. That definitively counts as xenophobia, even if they didn't start it.))
Post by: Vgray on June 04, 2015, 12:32:54 am
Post by: Pencil_Art on June 04, 2015, 12:43:10 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 04, 2015, 12:48:29 am
Aurosseu also checks the slab for any of his secrets
Post by: Pencil_Art on June 04, 2015, 12:55:09 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 04, 2015, 12:58:31 am
Lithus attempts to find as many juicy secrets as possible, which he quickly spreads to the whole assembly without any regard to other's privacy.
Only in truth will progress appear! Thank you 'Sevron for this amazing tool!
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 01:14:13 am
(admit that saying that they speak the language of the gods sounds awesome).(I talk to my peeps all the time and they can understand me just fine. I also taught them writing so they can read in the language of the gods too. The Maag learned writing from the Humans, not from you, assuming I'm interpreting the update correctly.)
((and also Andres, didn't someone start racism between humans and dwarfs recently? Something about merchants arguing that their pots were better than the other's degenerating into hatred. That definitively counts as xenophobia, even if they didn't start it.))(It resulted in a rivalry of culture at worst. Considering it wasn't in the update, it might not've happened at all. Also, that would've been a single village being xenophobic when there are at least four entire Human civilisations scattered across three void-separated continents. Not very representative of the entire race.)
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 04, 2015, 01:21:11 am
(admit that saying that they speak the language of the gods sounds awesome).(I talk to my peeps all the time and they can understand me just fine. I also taught them writing so they can read in the language of the gods too. The Maag learned writing from the Humans, not from you, assuming I'm interpreting the update correctly.)
((I'm pretty sure that is not the case. The update said that they had started to decipher the obelisk I gave them and then learned the whole language from me. I don't remember seeing any mention of the human teaching them.))
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 01:23:57 am
Appear before a human and tell him of the litany of space.I fetch a Human who's actually interested in the litany of space to take the place of whatever random Human Stellarion's picked (unless the guy is actually interested) and proceed to give him my blessing to build this school and learn from Stellarion.
Teach him the most complex concepts of mathematics and geometry his head can cope with and instruct him to build a school to study space and the relations of spaces, as well as mathematics and architecture. Grant him incredible charisma to do so.
Begin to construct starsigns. I construct the Wolf, the Panpiper, and the Drunk as intricate constellations to be gazed upon by the many inhabitants of our beloved planet.
(admit that saying that they speak the language of the gods sounds awesome).(I talk to my peeps all the time and they can understand me just fine. I also taught them writing so they can read in the language of the gods too. The Maag learned writing from the Humans, not from you, assuming I'm interpreting the update correctly.)
((I'm pretty sure that is not the case. The update said that they had started to decipher the obelisk I gave them and then learned the whole language from me. I don't remember seeing any mention of the human teaching them.))
Lithus/Luthus creates a massive obelisk with the text of the Gods scrolling up it, so they may know what is happening. The Maag, being quite intelligent and having heard of writing from the Humans, begin reading it immediately.(You didn't have time to teach them and unless they used telepathic powers to read your mind, they wouldn't have instantly been able to read it unless they already knew how to read.)
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 04, 2015, 01:39:44 am
Izgamlo creates a small featureless pocket dimension inside itself where the souls of its faithful can be stored, safe from the actions of other beings, especially the other gods. Thus pre-emptively stopping Illiseth from accessing them. The souls enter a state of stasis for now to keep them from getting bored until I can make the afterlife more interesting.Looking at Teburshe, Iliseth doesn't find what she is looking for. She does notice a few mortal souls floating about aimlessly in the realm of the Gods, likely lost due to having no where specified to go.Iliseth goes to these souls and gathers them together. (No energy, just telling them to gather.) She asks them what it physically feels like to be around gods. Afterwards, she converses with those who want to converse then proceeds to found both a choir and a fight club. This should alleviate the boredom a little bit, at least until an afterlife is made.
((If this would overflow and reduce my crux below 4, don't carry out the action))
Leave the souls of my believers alone please.
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 01:45:39 am
Izgamlo creates a small featureless pocket dimension inside itself where the souls of its faithful can be stored, safe from the actions of other beings, especially the other gods. Thus pre-emptively stopping Illiseth from accessing them. The souls enter a state of stasis for now to keep them from getting bored until I can make the afterlife more interesting."I only meant to make their stay in limbo a little more interesting. Certainly nothing malicious."
((If this would overflow and reduce my crux below 4, don't carry out the action))
Leave the souls of my believers alone please.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 04, 2015, 01:50:54 am
"I only meant to make their stay in limbo a little more interesting. Certainly nothing malicious."Be that as it may, I would prefer you not interact with them at all without seeking my permission first.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 04, 2015, 03:19:25 am
Post by: Jbg97 on June 04, 2015, 03:30:41 am
"Fellow Gods, I ask you: which race is the most deserving of a spotlight in this universe? I have decided to bestow a blessing upon the most worthy, but am unsure of which is the noblest of the races."Feh, they're all ungrateful, terrible little things. They smell bad too.
The only blessing they deserve is a shoe up whatever they use to excrete.
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 03:41:04 am
Create the Durrakil, a race of sapient space-whales of 2km in size, that live of solar energy and occassionally drop gems that increase fertility on the places where they drop. They are of black colouration and hold six side fins.(How many are you gonna make?)
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 04, 2015, 04:49:40 am
If there is any life on Elysium, destroy it all. Make sure the islands are filled with forests of blossoming fruit trees and lush, flower-filled fields.
Create the Aliciaborn. Aliciaborn are sentient creatures, of various shapes and sizes. Most are similar to butterflies or dragonflies, but bird-like creatures, incorporeal beings and rarely tiny, non-sapient humanoids. They can only live on Elysium. All Aliciaborn can interbreed by fusing a part of their soul, but they prefer to mate with those similar to them. Create as much of them as i can, using essence.
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 05:00:41 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 04, 2015, 06:10:22 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 04, 2015, 06:36:28 am
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 06:37:38 am
Create the Divine library containing all non-secret history."As the discovery of technologies is a part of history, is it possible for people to read on technologies discovered by other civilisations?"
(So you said if my sphere lines up with the research I'm doing I'll get a bonus to the research and you'll nudge me in the right direction, right?)
I use soul sense to watch a human from the point of birth to an adult. How does a soul change during that time?
Soul sense to look at someone's soul. What does the soul look like? A ball of light? An aura covering the person? Exactly themselves?
I look at the souls of several Humans. Are there minor and/or major variations or are they all the same?
I look at the souls of multiple races. Are there any major/minor differences between the souls of different races?
I find a willing monk and after informing the monastery of my actions, I possess the monk, see what I can do inside his body, and leave. (No energy. I want to know if it's possible to possess without using energy.) If he dies, I'll try to put the soul back into the body without energy. If it doesn't work, I'll push it back in using 1 Power. Just in case it wasn't clear, the subject should know of all the risks beforehand.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 04, 2015, 06:44:02 am
I find a willing monk and after informing the monastery of my actions, I possess the monk, see what I can do inside his body, and leave. (No energy. I want to know if it's possible to possess without using energy.) If he dies, I'll try to put the soul back into the body without energy. If it doesn't work, I'll push it back in using 1 Power. Just in case it wasn't clear, the subject should know of all the risks beforehand.((And so, the first zombie came into being.))
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 06:45:37 am
(First resurrection, actually.)I find a willing monk and after informing the monastery of my actions, I possess the monk, see what I can do inside his body, and leave. (No energy. I want to know if it's possible to possess without using energy.) If he dies, I'll try to put the soul back into the body without energy. If it doesn't work, I'll push it back in using 1 Power. Just in case it wasn't clear, the subject should know of all the risks beforehand.((And so, the first zombie came into being.))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 04, 2015, 08:35:33 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 04, 2015, 08:42:47 am
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 04, 2015, 08:54:39 am
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 04, 2015, 09:03:28 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 04, 2015, 09:05:26 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 04, 2015, 09:21:06 am
"These creatures seem to not have anything binding them. No morality, no civilization, no... sapience. This needs to be rectified, they need a binding.
Maybe I should make them guardians of nature? There's no other creatures here to do that, and the binding comes with some perks."
Take a group of wolves, and bind their bodies to the elements, making them feel the pain of environmental damage on their bodies.
But the elements are also bound to them, so they can bend it to their will, making them capable of using elemental powers.
This curse shall be bound to their bones, and be hereditary.
((Basically, make fire wolves and such.))
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 04, 2015, 09:48:42 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 04, 2015, 09:51:26 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 04, 2015, 09:57:55 am
"Well, I am sure we should add a part to the library to add descriptive pieces on inventions, so even if much is lost due to conflict, some cultural goods can still be replicated by the survivors who find the library."
If we add such a part to the library, it would need to be restricted to only show the inventions of the visitor's nation. Otherwise we run into the trouble of seeing this library used to steal technology, which in return might push some of us to destroy it. I do not wish to see it's destruction, as such a tool can be quite useful for many reasons.
And also, I support your naming proposition for the planets.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 04, 2015, 09:59:53 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 04, 2015, 10:36:09 am
"Gaius....Thyerus....Sharbelle...""I like the first two but not the last."
Post by: Detoxicated on June 04, 2015, 10:40:23 am
"Well, I am sure we should add a part to the library to add descriptive pieces on inventions, so even if much is lost due to conflict, some cultural goods can still be replicated by the survivors who find the library."
If we add such a part to the library, it would need to be restricted to only show the inventions of the visitor's nation. Otherwise we run into the trouble of seeing this library used to steal technology, which in return might push some of us to destroy it. I do not wish to see it's destruction, as such a tool can be quite useful for many reasons.
And also, I support your naming proposition for the planets.
Maybe it should be a hidden vault of sorts, only accessible to a few selected people."
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 04, 2015, 10:48:29 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 04, 2015, 12:09:13 pm
Here, my children. I will let you discover uses for this new plant yourselves. I believe in you.
Post by: Dutrius on June 04, 2015, 02:27:06 pm
Yes. This shall do nicely.
Moi'aaty creates a new race of mortals, the Loi'naaryt
Spoiler: Loi'naaryt (click to show/hide)
Create 6E worth of Loi'naaryt, spread across all three world fragments.
Arise Loi'naaryt, my children born of my own Essence and Crux. Arise and tend to the Ironwoods that are your homes and cradles. Be aware that there are other gods besides me, and other mortal races besides yourselves. How they will react to your existence has yet to be seen.
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 04:41:06 pm
"We should name the three planets. Any suggestions?""Bal, Therus, and Dova for the planet fragments. Kyolin for the sun."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 04, 2015, 05:42:10 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 04, 2015, 06:39:03 pm
"The sun needs no name...there is only one, and thus no need to differentiate it from others of it's ilk...of the world-shards there are three, and to distinguish between them more easily in communication, names are necessary...as we all have different ideas, but some are similar and some are supported...what about Gaius, Thyerus, and Bal...?""I'll second this."
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 09:13:41 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 04, 2015, 09:34:05 pm
Soul sense to see if Great Trees are sapient or sentient.
"I would rather you didn't, please..."
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 09:38:55 pm
"Any reason why?"Soul sense to see if Great Trees are sapient or sentient.
"I would rather you didn't, please..."
Post by: Detoxicated on June 04, 2015, 10:00:57 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 04, 2015, 10:36:41 pm
"Any reason why?""...it is invasive, and I can tell you myself that they do not fit either category perfectly...they are self-aware, but they also have a spark of the divine within them...and would not usually be considered sapient on most mortal timescales...I would rather not risk their health by such an intrusion...there are so few, after all, and I do not entirely know how your vision might affect them..."
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 10:42:33 pm
"That's right! They do have a spark of the divine within them! I'm sorry, but there's no way I'm not going to examine them now that I know they could be critical to my research of godly souls. As for how it would affect them, it wouldn't. I'm only observing the energy released by their soul. It would affect them as much as looking at a star would affect the star.""Any reason why?""...it is invasive, and I can tell you myself that they do not fit either category perfectly...they are self-aware, but they also have a spark of the divine within them...and would not usually be considered sapient on most mortal timescales...I would rather not risk their health by such an intrusion...there are so few, after all, and I do not entirely know how your vision might affect them..."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 04, 2015, 10:47:05 pm
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 10:58:07 pm
Post by: Stirk on June 04, 2015, 11:07:55 pm
Nilva alters their symbol while continuing to mess with the poor clothier. He shouts blasphemies at the sky as he clutches the ribbon tightly in his hands.
Stellarion goes down to the planet, to a random human. Stellarion teaches this man the basics of mathematics, as well as blessing him to spread this. The man then etches the first number system into his house wall, which ends up becoming the first school. It steadily expands as more humans come from further tribes to learn this concept so invaluable to trade. (Stellarion -1E)
The Saplings, having been guided by their creator, decide to put off using the stones until they know what to purchase. They are suspicious of the stones, fearing why they had been placed close to them. Some say they have nightmares about these stones devouring everything...
Teburshe continues to mess with the weather, after seeding a new Great Tree. The Saplings spread out far more then they had been, some setting up around the new Great Seedling. (Teburshe -1E, 3P)
Utther is born, and already ancient appearing. He complains to the mortals, who assume he must be a Wise Elder. Those who hear attempt to better the world around them to the best of the abilities. He then makes an asteroid in the Void, for personal use. He sits on the front porch of his old-looking house, shouting threats at nearby Iliseth to keep off his lawn. (-0E)
The Maag are given communism by their creator!
Iliseth talks to the souls! They don't respond in any meaningful way. She then performs a blood check, the blood between the two species seems different but not in a way that would cause nightmares. The Dwarf informs you that they are having nightmares too, and that his wife woke up screaming after having drempt of loosing her teeth. She didn't have any when she woke up...
Penguins are created!:
Spoiler (click to show/hide)
Lithus attempts to make a mountain in the desert! After warning the Maag, who remove themselves from their homes with 'their' valuables, he releases power into the desert. A sand dune appears in the desert, about the size of a large hill. The Maag consider the place taboo, after having read the Obelisk and being wary of power-based-creations. There seems to have been no damage to anything. (Lithus/Luthus -1P)
Uztot and Iliseth begin sparing again! Iliseth makes the first move, only to be blocked by her opponent's staff. Uztot attempts to disarm his opponent once again, but Iliseth manages to keep control of her weapon and swing her blade down once again. Uztot blocks it easily, counter attacking and hitting several times in his opponents armored torso. They continue sparing, with Uztot coming out far ahead, scoring many hits while Iliseth comes out with only a few hits on her opponent.
The Maag seem to have made a few inventions themselves. They have introduced bone as a material to their tools, using the rope they where given in a verity of snare traps to catch prey, and they have created several glass beads with the help of the Hearth Spirits. They have no form of metal working, however. They are taught the scientific method and begin using it in their worship.
Izgamlo teaches the Ants a little on magic. Though the ants are above ant-intelligence, most seem to have trouble with understanding magic in any real way, with the exception being the Alphas. They test their abilities by making simply portals, which they seem to do without issue.
Patronius crafts a magical ring, appearing before the most powerful Ant leader to grant it as a gift. He adds several special effects, making the appearance of a God an even greater spectacle. The Ant, an Alpha, is grateful and promises to use the power well. With such an impressive display, rumors about the ring spread through out Ant society. Several of the remaining Mind controlling ants launch an all out attack on this leader, bringing their armies in an attempt to get the ring for themselves. (Patronius -5E, 1P)
In bodies of water around the world fragments, Naiads rise up to greet the world as they are created by Uztot. They begin mingling with Mortals the best they can while still attached to the bodies of water. Several of the sentient beings who have fallen for a Naiads build settlements nearby. (Uztot-7E)
Aurosseu listens to prayers:
Human: PLEASE OH AUROSSEU PLEASE MAKE THESE NIGHTMARES STOP!
Dwarf: Could you please give my wife's teeth back? She lost them somewhere in her dreams!
Maag: Could you make it so I can sleep and dream all day? It isn't like I have to move to get food!
Walker: My Lord, we are truly trying our best...but there is just too many of them! We need assistance!
Nilva continues to annoy mortals! It briefly snows glitter over one of the Great Trees, confusing its inhabitants as they look outward. The Maag clothier, here establishing a trade route, is hit by a glitterball thrown by a child. After being briefly annoyed, he sighs and takes the design back home, where he makes his own glitter from shiny sand.
The Saplings learn how to work with wood, and how to build buildings using the new material. They begin to shape the inside of the Great Tree, which accommodates them to the best of its abilities. Tree houses begin appearing on the outside, often open to the sun so they may take in its gifts while sleeping.
Sevron unleashes all of his essence into a stone slab! From what everyone can tell, it tells the complete and full history of all of creation. However, all secrets seem to be written in a language unfamiliar to all the Gods. To guard it, Sevron makes a clone of himself that stands diligently over it, watching for any who would seek to harm it. (Sevron-allE, allP, 2C)
Several of the Gods take a record of the secrets, recording the unknown script for later use.
Izgamlo creates a simple afterlife for his followers! Many of the souls surrounding the Gods, likely left from the revolution, enter the world's first afterlife. They go into stasis for the time being, unmoving in this strange place.(Izgamlo-4E)
The Durrakil are created in the Void! These massive wales look around at the Void, going about their business. They seem to make contact with the space-squids already in existence, as the empty Void seems to fill with sea-life. (Stellarion: Assuming 10k, -12E)
Elysium is purged of all life. Thousands of wolfmeba are destroyed instantly, wiping out several new species of single celled wolf creatures. The islands are then filled with life, much like that which is already on the planet fragments.
The Alicia-born are born! They are now the soul inhabitants of these floating islands. They are now filled with life, all of the same species but appearing different to the unlearned. (Alicia -6E)
Iliseth attempts to watch the Aliciaborn mate. The Aura of Creepiness this emits stops her from observing this successfully.
The Divine Library is created! The third history recording device, with perhaps the most extensive rules. This seems to raise the literacy rate of the Mortals a good deal, as well as introducing writing to an even larger audience. (Lorash -2E)
Iliseth continues to be creepy, stalking an innocent mortal through their life. The soul doesn't seem to change much by growth. A soul looks like a soul. The human souls all look the same and different. The souls of different races look even more different, but of course the same amount of the same. Finally, she continues the creepiness with attempting to play with the body of one of her most loyal followers. After lying in place all night, it is pretty clear that you aren't getting this for free.
The distance between planetary bodies begins to be measured. With the amount of distance between them, this could take a while to catalog.
Skolld takes a few wolves, blessing them with the power of the elements.
Sand cotton spreads through the sand! The Maag clothier, naturally, uses this to make more cloths. Less obviose uses are being researched, for both the cotton and the leaves.
The Loi'naaryt are created and given the basics of tool use! They begin to make their homes deep in the Ironwood forests of the planets (-6E
Iliseth examines the tree! She doesn't seem to know the difference between different kinds of souls, and the light of all the Saplings within blocks anything she could have gained.
Create Gigantollamas, giant llamas of sizes up to 40 meters.
((Are you sure that is a good idea? You already overflowed from the Wales.))
Several of the remaining Archons, in the most well-defending positions, explode! There are only a few remaining on the chitin moon, now amassing all their forces on the ring that they feel is their last hope.
Iliseth:6/8/10
Mavnon:6/10/3
Ra Ha Sahaka:5/10/10
Aurosseu:4/10/10
Teburshe:5/3/5
Izgamlo:2/3/4 (OVERFLOW)
Uztot:1/10/10
Alicia:1/10/10
Gai-gen:6/10/10
Moi'aaty:4/10/10
Lithus/Luthus:6/10/6
Lauxal:5/10/10
Lorash:7/6/10
Nilva:5/10/8
Liram:10/10/10
Patronius:6/9/10
'Sevron: 1/0/2
Skolld:7/10/10
Stellarion:1/10/7 (OVERFLOW)
Utther:10/10/10
Char:10/10/10
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 04, 2015, 11:35:55 pm
Use all my free time to help ants comprehend portal magic.
Post by: Andres on June 04, 2015, 11:37:18 pm
Soul sense to see if there's a difference between the souls of dead Humans and living Humans. Maybe they're less bright or something?
I thank the monk for allowing him and I ask what it felt like to get possessed. Was he conscious? Was it painful?
I possess a sentient animal. I try to move around in it, use 1 Power to move around in it if that fails, then leave the animal. This should tell me if it's easier to fully possess an animal than a sapient being. Try to see if I can access the brain's memories.
Soul sense to check if I can see Power when it's still part of the void. I then use soul sense to see if I can see worship itself or spherical influence itself.
I expel a ball of 1 Power from me. Can I see it with soul sense? I put it back inside me after the experiment.
Ask Hearth Keepers if they experience nightmares.
Walker: My Lord, we are truly trying our best...but there is just too many of them! We need assistance!I speak to this Walker and ask it what it means by "them".
Post by: Vgray on June 05, 2015, 12:00:18 am
Post by: HissinhWalnuts on June 05, 2015, 12:01:50 am
Check up on the modern averages for the races. Check up on other attributes such as average size, to watch for any mutation due to food quality. Check up on average ages, incase of primitive medicines. Also check up on population, due to the clutter of the universe making it hard to keep track of. Make sure to record this somewhere.
Listen to the whispers of the voi-
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 05, 2015, 12:04:27 am
Appear before the most powerful human leader and promise him his wildest dreams in exchange for his devotion and loyalty. If he accepts, watch over him and heed his prayers (spend up to 1E and 3P to grant these prayers). If he refuses,
Craft the Ring of Courage. It grants the bearer the strength to overcome any obstacle, mental or physical. Besides giving him a near-unbreakable morale, it increases his physical might. It possesses all traits of the Rings of Patronius (increased intelligence, ability to change shape at will of wearer, etc.). The ring is gold and inset with a ruby. Offer it as part of the deal to the human leaders; only give it to one of the first three human leaders accept. Otherwise, keep it for now.
Use up to 2P to figure out how many, if any, worshippers I have. Listen to and use up to 2P to aid any who pray to me.
If there are any wars/battles in mortal lands, appear before both sides of the conflict (during a battle) and rain down fire from the sky (1P). Announce my might and offer them victory in exchange for their worship. Win the battle for whichever side worships the hardest (empowering their soldiers, devastating the enemy army, etc.). Spend any remaining power reserves left after my other actions; if it looks like the side I'm supporting won't win after blowing all my power, spend up to 1 Crux.
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 05, 2015, 12:06:05 am
Aurosseu listens to prayers:
Human: PLEASE OH AUROSSEU PLEASE MAKE THESE NIGHTMARES STOP!
Dwarf: Could you please give my wife's teeth back? She lost them somewhere in her dreams!
Maag: Could you make it so I can sleep and dream all day? It isn't like I have to move to get food!
Walker: My Lord, we are truly trying our best...but there is just too many of them! We need assistance!
Spoiler: GM only (click to show/hide)
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 12:06:36 am
Appear before the most powerful human leader and promise him incredible power in exchange for his devotion and loyalty. If he accepts, watch over him and heed his prayers (spend up to 1E and 2P to grant these prayers). If he refuses, burn him to ash and offer the nearest human the same deal (if accepted, throne him and do the same thing)."HOW DARE YOU!? CEASE THIS ACTION OR I WILL FLAY YOUR SOUL ALIVE!!"
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 05, 2015, 12:07:59 am
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 12:09:18 am
(( Since when could you read minds, Andres? I understand if you get mad after it's done, but I prefer to ask forgiveness rather than permission. It's not like I'm announcing it to everyone. ))(In Ye Gods, publicly submitted actions could be read by gods before they were implemented in the Tick. I'm assuming it's the same here.)
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 05, 2015, 12:09:57 am
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 05, 2015, 12:10:55 am
"Oh, Iliseth. Your creations are not your personal playthings. Attempting to control their fates is a silly and ultimately futile act."
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 12:15:53 am
"Oh, Iliseth. Your creations are not your personal playthings. Attempting to control their fates is a silly and ultimately futile act.""You would sway people away from worshipping me, disintegrate them if they remain faithful to me, you would do this to who could possibly be my priests, and you expect me to just accept it!?"
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 05, 2015, 12:18:20 am
Post by: Vgray on June 05, 2015, 12:21:09 am
(I know I was ninja'd, but it's the thought that counts.)
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 05, 2015, 12:21:42 am
"why do you perform everything in secret, Aurroseu...?...what do you have to hide from us...?"Nothing from you. I am trying to end these nightmares, believe me, but I cannot do it publicly, lest the culprit I suspect is one of us could counter my actions. Unrelated to that, the fact that I have a nemesis requires me to uphold secrecy more than those who don't have one."
Aurosseu checks if 'Sevron's history slab has been defaced in any way. If not, he seeks the cause of the nightmares and reveals it openly if he finds it.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 05, 2015, 12:22:06 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 05, 2015, 12:27:23 am
Aurosseu checks if 'Sevron's history slab has been defaced in any way. If not, he seeks the cause of the nightmares and reveals it openly if he finds it.The actions carried out in secret are in code. The nightmares were not created publicly. Ergo, they are in code.
I speak to this Walker and ask it what it means by "them".It probably means the nightmares.
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 12:35:59 am
"Meh, not really. Listen, I'll tell you what. If it's one of your followers, I won't disintegrate him. Probably.""Cancel the action."
"Do not harm the mortals for loyalty to their creator, their divine mother."(It still makes sense in context.)
(I know I was ninja'd, but it's the thought that counts.)
"Mortals can give service to more than one God, Iliseth...and not all humans are your devout...""If the most powerful Human leader were devout to me - or at least more devout to me than Patronius - then he would be disintegrated."
"though your indignation at the merest possibility that they could be priests rather than 'mere' worshippers...amuses me greatly...""My priests are more devout to me than anyone else and have devoted their entire lives to worship me and do my will. What would it say of me if loyalty and devotion meant nothing to me?"
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 05, 2015, 12:38:05 am
The actions carried out in secret are in code. The nightmares were not created publicly. Ergo, they are in code."The fact that the nightmares exist publicly should make finding their part of the text simple enough. I'm rather certain it will stop being a secret soon, and the slab will help me prove that."
"Indeed. Be aware that Walkers have a rather different kind of sapience than most. You might not get a very intellectual conversation with them."I speak to this Walker and ask it what it means by "them".It probably means the nightmares.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 05, 2015, 12:44:49 am
Post by: HissinhWalnuts on June 05, 2015, 12:48:13 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 05, 2015, 12:48:29 am
speaking of which, Izgamlo...I have a proposal for you...Yes? I am listening
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 12:52:24 am
"Indeed. Be aware that Walkers have a rather different kind of sapience than most. You might not get a very intellectual conversation with them.""Don't mistake this for sarcasm but it seemed to send a very intellectual prayer to you. Maybe they're more naturally sapient than you think?"
"Only the truth...that you value them for the power and prestige they provide you...both real and imagined...rather than out of a sense of goodwill or love for your creations...""Be glad that I take slander lightly."
I... Distrust those, who would tamper with someone else's hobby, and as... serious as some take it... their life's work... From what I cant tell, you seem to be acting like a chunk of meat with a mouth.(Who is this referring to? What are you talking about?)
Post by: HissinhWalnuts on June 05, 2015, 12:54:37 am
-snip-Sorry, Was referring to DontBanTheMan
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 05, 2015, 12:54:52 am
Do not fear my power, the previous cataclysm was caused by a lack of precautions, but you can see that I take as many precautions as possible! You should all be careful about those beliefs that are not based on the scientific method. Said method does, after all, encourages to use a critical mind to analyze everything. This thing I am creating will be greatly useful to all of you once it is finished. In the meantime, I will attempt to pump progressively bigger amounts of power into it until I find an intensity that suits my goal. This is how we practice science my children. I am afraid that I will need to ask you all to take the same precautions as when I last attempted to raise the ground again. I do not expect that it will be needed, but I always prefer to take precautions, as unexpected results are always possible.
Lithus waits for the Maag to be ready, and then spends 2 power to raise the previously created hill higher, with the goal of creating a mountain.
I wish to also congratulate those of you who were trusted with the destiny of your respective tribes. May you and the future generations remember that the goal of a leader is to lead his people to new heights, and not to give themselves the fruit of other's labor.
I also want to address myself to a particularly successful clothier, one who will surely recognize himself. Remember that giving away your products to the community also means that you can take advantage from the labor of others at no cost. I also recommend you to sell your creations to the other races, you will bring glory to yourself, your community and your species this way. I also wish to congratulate the author Lovecraft for his great work of art.
I would also like to make a proposition to all of you, my children: All work together to paint your village's wall with a mosaic that will tell of your history. I believe such a project will favor creativity and will be a gift to the future generations.
And finally, I have a question for all of you: I am aware of nightmares plaguing the other species, but I have not heard you complain of the problem. Perhaps it is my fault, as I was quite focused on bringing my creation to life. I wish to know if you are victims of this plague. If it is the case, I will do my best to end whatever is the cause.
I listen to the prayers of my followers more closely from now on.((Would it be too much to ask for a PM containing the most common/relevant/interesting prayers at each tick? If it is, then I'll just ask it for this tick instead.))
Post by: Vgray on June 05, 2015, 12:55:58 am
"Perhaps we should move on to other matters."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 05, 2015, 12:57:48 am
Yes? I am listening...I wish to create some crystals...or perhaps a type of plant...that takes energy from heat and light...and turns it into stored magical potential....Mana Crystals, perhaps...maybe a plant that produces such crystals as fruit...?...I thought you might be interested...and your aid would certainly prove immeasurable...."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 05, 2015, 01:00:11 am
This proposal has my approval. However, my essence is currently tied up in making my ants better comprehend magic. Perhaps we could co-operate on creating such crystals at a later date?Yes? I am listening...I wish to create some crystals...or perhaps a type of plant...that takes energy from heat and light...and turns it into stored magical potential....Mana Crystals, perhaps...maybe a plant that produces such crystals as fruit...?...I thought you might be interested...and your aid would certainly prove immeasurable...."
Post by: Vgray on June 05, 2015, 01:04:06 am
I would also like to make a proposition to all of you, my children: All work together to paint your village's wall with a mosaic that will tell of your history. I believe such a project will favor creativity and will be a gift to the future generations."Would you mind, brother Lithus, if I were to bless the mosaic?"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 05, 2015, 01:07:12 am
I have no problem with the idea. What kind of blessing are we talking about?I would also like to make a proposition to all of you, my children: All work together to paint your village's wall with a mosaic that will tell of your history. I believe such a project will favor creativity and will be a gift to the future generations."Would you mind, brother Lithus, if I were to bless the mosaic?"
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 01:08:17 am
...I wish to create some crystals...or perhaps a type of plant...that takes energy from heat and light...and turns it into stored magical potential....Mana Crystals, perhaps...maybe a plant that produces such crystals as fruit...?...I thought you might be interested...and your aid would certainly prove immeasurable....""This proposal interests me. How much would such plants cost? I might be persuaded to help."
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 05, 2015, 01:09:15 am
"oh, and Aurroseu...I have power in Shadows, and the realms of it...if I may be lf assistance in your combat, simply inform me...as I would be happy to help...I would rather nip this problem in the bud, if I may...at least, should it continue to be a problem....I would ask in return only an understanding of what you have made thus far...in order to combat it...lest my efforts be redundant or ill-fit to work alongside your own...""Expect me to contact you soon."
"Don't mistake this for sarcasm but it seemed to send a very intellectual prayer to you. Maybe they're more naturally sapient than you think?""That would be interesting, considering how I specified them when creating them. I suspect the prayer's clarity comes from the nature of us understanding the mortals' languages to their nuances, even those which were lost as the Walker put it to words."
Post by: Vgray on June 05, 2015, 01:13:43 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 05, 2015, 01:17:07 am
"I was thinking it could exude a general aura of goodwill around it. Or perhaps certain, other, feelings."
Then I agree. I cannot wait to see the finished result.
Post by: Vgray on June 05, 2015, 01:38:45 am
(Do we have night? I'm not sure if we do. We probably at least have a period of daylight when mortals are inactive.)
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 01:44:30 am
(Do we have night? I'm not sure if we do. We probably at least have a period of daylight when mortals are inactive.)(Considering the planet exploded it's not unlikely that some of the pieces would've been made to rotate. Just orbiting the sun would start making them rotate assuming my science is correct.)
Post by: Jbg97 on June 05, 2015, 02:00:51 am
I know, I'll make something of my own!
Utther creates 2E worth of small white owls with frowning old man faces. They will go to the world fragments and be a general nuisance to anything that isn't themselves. They'll push pots off shelves when people aren't looking, they'll steal food, they'll poop on everything, they'll bit and scratch other things. However, there is a way to protect yourself. If you wear a frowning old man face, or paint it on your stuff, the owls will mistake you or your stuff as one of them, and will leave it alone.
Hehehe, THAT oughta show them kids that making new things only leads to trouble!
Hmm, my cane is also feeling kinda flimsy. Should probably fix up the old girl...
Utther sinks 2E worth of power into the cane to serve as a more sturdy stick, an weapon against other godly beings, and to allow him to remotely hit things anywhere in the universe with his cane.
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 05, 2015, 04:33:47 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 05, 2015, 04:40:31 am
"Some wolves have bindings, but there's still many to go."
Skolld then notices the Maag.
"These creatures hold few binds, this is unnacceptable."
Skolld takes a group of wolves and binds each one to a Maag, making the 2 beings inhabit one body, and they will transform depending on who's in charge.
If they are to gain harmony and master this transformation, they could find great benefit in the demi-wolf demi-Maag form.
This curse shall be bound to their bones, and be hereditary.
If the Maag don't have bone, make skeletons in them while at it.
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 05:01:54 am
Skolld takes a group of wolves and binds each one to a Maag, making the 2 beings inhabit one body, and they will transform depending on who's in charge.Observe with soul sense.
If they are to gain harmony and master this transformation, they could find great benefit in the demi-wolf demi-Maag form.
Post by: ~Neri on June 05, 2015, 05:25:38 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 05, 2015, 05:32:36 am
It should look like 2 souls chained together.Skolld takes a group of wolves and binds each one to a Maag, making the 2 beings inhabit one body, and they will transform depending on who's in charge.Observe with soul sense.
If they are to gain harmony and master this transformation, they could find great benefit in the demi-wolf demi-Maag form.
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 06:38:39 am
"This adds another interesting question to the list of interesting questions. What does the chain look like? How do the souls appear to change as they take charge? What are does a body with two souls - of different species, no less - look like? How does a dominant soul change the physical structure of the body? Are there non-physical phenomena that occur when harmony is reached? All very interesting questions to me."It should look like 2 souls chained together.Skolld takes a group of wolves and binds each one to a Maag, making the 2 beings inhabit one body, and they will transform depending on who's in charge.Observe with soul sense.
If they are to gain harmony and master this transformation, they could find great benefit in the demi-wolf demi-Maag form.
Post by: Happy Demon on June 05, 2015, 06:51:58 am
"One goes in, and the other is pushed out, of course. The chain is a chain, it's not one you can break, only I can do so."This adds another interesting question to the list of interesting questions. What does the chain look like? How do the souls appear to change as they take charge? What are does a body with two souls - of different species, no less - look like? How does a dominant soul change the physical structure of the body? Are there non-physical phenomena that occur when harmony is reached? All very interesting questions to me."It should look like 2 souls chained together.Skolld takes a group of wolves and binds each one to a Maag, making the 2 beings inhabit one body, and they will transform depending on who's in charge.Observe with soul sense.
If they are to gain harmony and master this transformation, they could find great benefit in the demi-wolf demi-Maag form.
Having both inhabit the body should give a combination of the two. As for modification, my power modifies the skeleton, the rest is due to residual divine power from their creation."
Breaking the chain requires using some sort of divine power, though it helps to have the spheres of binding, breaking, or freeing.
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 07:05:23 am
"the rest is due to residual divine power from their creation."Soul sense to look for any residual divine energy in an area on the planet that's devoid of life. If there is any residual divine energy, there would be some on the planet left by the Creation Era.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 05, 2015, 07:07:10 am
Listen to some dwarven prayers.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 05, 2015, 08:22:08 am
"This proposal interests me. How much would such plants cost? I might be persuaded to help.""I am...unsure as of yet...why would you wish to help...?...so that the Humans can grow them...?...I desire them in part to aid the Saplings in having a good with which to trade...so that their economy and the economy of the world might grow...and that they might interact with the other races...if you can accept that as a condition then I would welcome your help..."
Post by: Dutrius on June 05, 2015, 08:34:46 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 05, 2015, 10:18:06 am
Post by: Ama on June 05, 2015, 10:26:47 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 05, 2015, 12:16:08 pm
Create and teach Dwarves new kind of magic - Ritual magic.
Spoiler: Ritual magic (click to show/hide)
Teach the dwarves first ritual spell - Dream guardian.
Spoiler: Dream guardian (click to show/hide)
(If it is possible to empower magic by adding more essence than it is needed to create it, use 7E to create Ritual magic)
Spend 5P same as I did previously in PM.
While I do desire for dwarves to progres in fields or architecture and engineering Gai-Gen, I am rather wary of your influence. I would not have others taking my work as their own.
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 05, 2015, 01:21:44 pm
Hello other gods. I am Char.*looks around awkwardly at what the other gods have created, his reptilian eyes resting slightly longer on the Maag* This is err... interesting. Hmm... Who has created these magnificent little creatures that feed on light and heat?
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 05, 2015, 02:21:25 pm
((And so the prayer requests have been unleashed))
Create and teach Dwarves new kind of magic - Ritual magic.Spoiler: Ritual magic (click to show/hide)
Teach the dwarves first ritual spell - Dream guardian.Spoiler: Dream guardian (click to show/hide)
(If it is possible to empower magic by adding more essence than it is needed to create it, use 7E to create Ritual magic)
Spend 5P same as I did previously in PM.
While I do desire for dwarves to progres Lithus, I am rather wary of your influence. I would not have others taking my work as their own.
Uh? There must be an error, I have never attempted to spread my worship outside my species. If some of your dwarves have started worshiping me, they have done so of their own accord.
An enormous blue dragon emerges from the void. As he approaches, his scales slowly change to a deep emerald, then turn to ruby in a dazzling flash.
Hello other gods. I am Char.*looks around awkwardly at what the other gods have created, his reptilian eyes resting slightly longer on the Maag* This is err... interesting. Hmm... Who has created these magnificent little creatures that feed on light and heat?
That would be me, I have created this species, called the Maag. It seems that many gods have turned their attention to them recently. I do not know what to think of it.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 05, 2015, 02:25:42 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 05, 2015, 02:36:10 pm
Teach the dwarves first ritual spell - Dream guardian."Why, isn't that a good idea. I already have created something almost uncannily similar to this, but why say no to an extra remedy against the nightmares? I would ask you to share this ritual with the other races as well, though."Spoiler: Dream guardian (click to show/hide)
Aurosseu assists Lorash and grants his sphere bonus to the project, though he won't contribute resources.
Post by: ~Neri on June 05, 2015, 02:39:46 pm
Nilva contributes her sphere bonus to the varied wolf things the chaingod is making.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 05, 2015, 02:58:42 pm
Use my remaining Power to create beings that look like dwarves, with gear one would expect a traveler would need and send them from the dwarven lands to teach Ritual magic to those that would want to learn of it.
Post by: Ama on June 05, 2015, 03:39:33 pm
"Ill stop with the nightmares and tell my followers to stop bothering your followers, if you stop the creation of these Dream Guards and don't hurt my races."
Post by: Happy Demon on June 05, 2015, 04:12:11 pm
Maag werewolves? Would they keep control over themsevles? The idea is certainly promising, but I will have to stop it if it makes them kill each other."I wont let you do that. I spend power on my creations, so I must make it succeed. No matter what I have to do in order to attain my success."
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 04:26:44 pm
Lauxal gives a large audible sigh at the sight of Dream Guardians being built."Your races? I wasn't aware you made any races."
"Ill stop with the nightmares and tell my followers to stop bothering your followers, if you stop the creation of these Dream Guards and don't hurt my races."
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 05, 2015, 04:36:57 pm
Lauxal gives a large audible sigh at the sight of Dream Guardians being built."Your races? I wasn't aware you made any races."
"Ill stop with the nightmares and tell my followers to stop bothering your followers, if you stop the creation of these Dream Guards and don't hurt my races."
It would have made little sense to create races that feed of suffering of others publicly. Now then, guardians would fight nightmares, not simple dreams, so unless your race returns to their mischievous ways, Lauxal, they should not be harmed. Unless, of course, it is their unchangeable nature to be harmful to sleepers. Tell me more about them, and I shall decide whether or not to go back on my decision.
Post by: Pencil_Art on June 05, 2015, 05:01:37 pm
"Greetings.... Char. A new addition to the void. How wonderful."
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 05:04:11 pm
An enormous blue dragon emerges from the void. As he approaches, his scales slowly change to a deep emerald, then turn to ruby in a dazzling flash."Welcome, Char. I am Iliseth, Goddess of Souls and Blood."
Hello other gods. I am Char.*looks around awkwardly at what the other gods have created, his reptilian eyes resting slightly longer on the Maag* This is err... interesting. Hmm... Who has created these magnificent little creatures that feed on light and heat?
Soul sense on Sevron. Unlikely to ever find another god as dead as him.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 05, 2015, 05:04:41 pm
Post by: Andres on June 05, 2015, 05:06:06 pm
"Irrelevant.""What is?"
Observe Izgamlo+Stellarion with vision+soul sense. Do they look any different to a god who's not in OVERFLOW?
Post by: ~Neri on June 05, 2015, 05:28:50 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 05, 2015, 06:01:36 pm
So must I assume that this will put them in a blood frenzy? I said I will not stop it if it does not make them dangerous to themselves and others.Maag werewolves? Would they keep control over themsevles? The idea is certainly promising, but I will have to stop it if it makes them kill each other."I wont let you do that. I spend power on my creations, so I must make it succeed. No matter what I have to do in order to attain my success."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 05, 2015, 06:10:38 pm
Post by: micelus on June 05, 2015, 06:13:20 pm
Post by: Happy Demon on June 05, 2015, 06:41:20 pm
"If it costs a few lives, so be it. I will not let you stop this, even if they kill some of your dear three eyed furry things."So must I assume that this will put them in a blood frenzy? I said I will not stop it if it does not make them dangerous to themselves and others.Maag werewolves? Would they keep control over themsevles? The idea is certainly promising, but I will have to stop it if it makes them kill each other."I wont let you do that. I spend power on my creations, so I must make it succeed. No matter what I have to do in order to attain my success."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 05, 2015, 07:00:02 pm
You are again avoiding my question, why is that so? I have noticed that you have taken a very defensive and hostile stance towards me, why? I am not trying to attack you, only trying to understand what you want to do to my creation. Do I not have the right to know?"If it costs a few lives, so be it. I will not let you stop this, even if they kill some of your dear three eyed furry things."So must I assume that this will put them in a blood frenzy? I said I will not stop it if it does not make them dangerous to themselves and others.Maag werewolves? Would they keep control over themsevles? The idea is certainly promising, but I will have to stop it if it makes them kill each other."I wont let you do that. I spend power on my creations, so I must make it succeed. No matter what I have to do in order to attain my success."
((and they don't have any fur btw.))
Post by: ~Neri on June 05, 2015, 07:08:38 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 05, 2015, 07:47:39 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 05, 2015, 09:12:52 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 05, 2015, 09:18:39 pm
Post by: Stirk on June 05, 2015, 10:48:30 pm
Izgamlo boosts his race's magic ability! The Ants seem to be more intelligent, at least in the matters of magic. The new portal magic begins to spread around, as Izgamlo teaches large groups of Ants personally how to use it more effectively (Izgamlo-2E).
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(Will I get better research results if I submit less actions per Tick? I feel like I'm being subtly punished because an Aura of Creepiness? Seriously? That research could've been very important if it came to fusion of greater beings like sapients, angels, or even gods. Just tell me outright if I'm doing something wrong. Loved the penguin stuff, though.)
((What are you talking about? Most of your experiments succeeded. That one didn't because you are doing something over the Perverted limit :-\. To be more technical, when a mortal gets soul-scanned, they get that feeling that someone is watching them. Which completely ruins 'the mood' preventing the action from happening.))
Human souls look similar either alive or dead, with no noticeable difference. The Monk responded that it felt like sitting in a room for several hours while absolutely nothing happened. Iliseth finally stops being a complete and utter cheapskate, spending a single power to posses (quote appropriately) a puppet*. She is capable of moving around in it, but not accessing its memories. She finds that she cannot sense the ambient power. She cannot see the other energies she seeks either. She expends another point of power, easily seeing it, being absurdly bright. She fails to return it into herself, and it simply vanishes into the Void. The hearth keepers that can sleep say yes. The ones who don't can't answer. The real question is: Do they sleep?
Walker: Customers! The Walker family has been making Dream-catchers since we Dreamborn first touched the ground, and we have never had enough to meet the demand! It is simply impossible for us to do without help!
Uztot's prayers:
Maag Trader: I have fallen in love with a beautiful Naiad, and she loves me in turn...but alas, she is bound to a fresh water spring at the top of a snow-capped mountain! Uztot, why have you forsaken me!?
Ant Soldier: I tire of slaying my brothers and sisters in this senseless war! Please, Uztot, stop the bloodshed!
Human wife: My husband was bitten by an animal a month ago, and now he is acting strange. Could you please check up on him Uztot, if it isn't too much trouble?
Averages: Overall, or each race? If each race, could you name a few? Doing them all would take forever.
Patronius assaults the Ants gathering for an assault to take the ring! The mind-controlled ants are devastated by a series of underground lightning strikes (often taking dozens of ants in a single bolt) and boulders dropping from above them. Seeing the enemy military devastated, the Alphas take the opportunity to strike, coordinating the assaults using the Portal magic. The Alpha with the Ring appears before the army with four portals around him, pouring formations at the enemy with no noticeable difficulty. He takes the hint from Patronius's attacks, using this ability to drop massive boulders on the enemy position. The little that remains begins retreating to wherever they can. (Patronius -3P)
Patronius then continues to offer Human leaders in positions of power even more power. Strangely, on being offered "their wildest dreams", they all cower away (sometimes literally, screaming something about stealing the rest of their teeth). It seems he choose a poor choice of words given the frequent nightmares. He makes the new ring anyway, keeping it for himself (Patronius -4E)
Patronius feels like he has several hundred followers, though doesn't know the exact amount. You help your followers by answering many generic prayers, increasing their devotion to you (Patronius-2P)
There seems to be no other battle happening at this time.
((Ciphertext: The key/decoder you gave me doesn't seem to work :-\. Aside from that, this generally works worse form the then PMs. I mostly have been reading everything on the phone while a passenger in the truck, which I can't do with cypertext and it takes even more time to do then just PMs.))
You check the slab. It doesn't seem like anyone defaced it, though someone may have attempted to stop it at one point according to the Slab itself, from what you can tell. You find what you believe to be the lines covering the cause of the nightmares, but still cannot read them.
The Maag again prepare for a mountain to be made, retreating outside. The hill seems to have not exploded yet, fortunately. Lithus then pumps more power into it. It continues to jut out of the ground further, the sand dune becoming a small mountain of sand. The Maag seem less afraid of it, now capable of seeing it far in the distance, but still see little reason to go to it (Lithus/Luthus -2P)
Maag Clothier: But our fruits are so unequal! I have invented such great things, bringing so much glory to our community! We couldn't step foot out of our lands without my influence. Besides, every time I try to partake of the fruit of other's labors, it never lasts. Every time I get something, someone always takes it from me in turn. I can not even lie in an imported bed without it being taken the next day! I am sorry for my outburst, my Lord, but I do not seem to feel the same way about this new system as the rest of our wonderful community does.
The Maag then continue to build a sandstone wall. The Clothier, using his knowlage of inks and glitter, invents a paint that sparkles in the sunlight to use on the wall. He also uses his influence to add unflattering/blasphemous images of Nilva to their history.
The Maag confirm that they are, in fact, victims of the same nightmares the rest of the races seem to get.
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I listen to the prayers of my followers more closely from now on.((Would it be too much to ask for a PM containing the most common/relevant/interesting prayers at each tick? If it is, then I'll just ask it for this tick instead.))
((Yes, that is waaay to much to ask. Generally it is best to say something like "listen to prayers" as the others do, which can be done in PM if you want. Ill get this after I get to the OOC, then the other PMs...))
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(Do we have night? I'm not sure if we do. We probably at least have a period of daylight when mortals are inactive.)
((I think everyone has been assuming we do.))
The Maag Mosiac is blessed with the ability to effect the emotions of those who see it. The effect seems to be most pronounced at sunset, when the glittering paint is at its most beautiful (Uztot -1E)
Tens of thousands of oddly faced owls are released onto the unsuspecting planet fragments! They are swiftly noticed as a huge annoyance. The Maag are the first to discover their weakness, when the Elder Councilman was found to be unaffected by them, who had been feeding them assuming they where simply normal wolfigeans. Finally, his naturally occurring old man face came in handy. (Utther-2E)
Utther then grants bonuses to his vicious weapon with high hopes! Whether these have been accomplished is still yet to be seen (Utther-2E)
Alicia grants a large fertility bonus to her Alicia-born, increasing their numbers. She then orders them to become pets for powerful leaders of other races, sending them there herself. They swiftly die, unable to live off of their islands. (Alicia -5P)
Skolld finds a group of wolves close to a traveling band of Maag. He binds them together, into a single body. They are confused about what had just happened, but quickly learn to transform. They discuss what had just happened, and what they could do. They decide to move their gear in their new forms, doing so much faster then they would accomplish in their normal form, and start to see the benefits of this ability (Skolld -5E)
Iliseth continues ogling creations with soul sense. The light from all the essence being used blocks off any useful soul-wise, as she is unable to see any souls combining. After the light fades, they seem to appear to be two souls chained together.
((...Giving Iliseth free soul sense was a stupid move on my part, wasn't it?))
She does not detect any residual energy.
Gai-gen prayers:
Dwarf potter: I can't let the humans make a better pot then me! Is there a mechanism I can use to improve the quality of my pots?
Dwarf Trader: It is hard to move all this gear myself. Is there a tool we can use to move it faster?
Immortal Dwarf Who's Name I can't Remember: This is fantastic! We have been undergoing another golden age of invention! Can I have your blessing for some form of engineering skills?
Moi'aaty prayers:
Sad Ant: All my friends where killed when the God smote the mind-controlled army. Please bring them back!
Young Sapling: What happens to souls when they die?
Old Space Whale: Praise life!
Lauxal prayers:
Hungry Man: It is hard to grow plants when it is always dark...could you make us some plants we can use?
Something: What is the greatest nightmare one could experience?
Human man: MAKE MY NIGHTMARES STOOOOP! PLEEEAAAASE LAUXAL MAKE IT STOOOOOP!
Lorash creates ritual magic, teaching it to the dwarves! It seems to attempt to use the overpaid essence as a power source, at least until specified otherwise. The first spell is also created, which quickly spreads through the settlements as copper creatures are crafted to defend them from the numerous nightmare causers. (Lorash -7E,-5P)
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Aurosseu assists Lorash and grants his sphere bonus to the project, though he won't contribute resources.
The sphere bonus seems to have no effect, as this seems to be the only spell in a very wide-reaching magic system that uses dreams.
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Nilva contributes her sphere bonus to the varied wolf things the chaingod is making.
(Done. Then undone.)
Lorash uses his remaining Power to create beings with the appearance of Dwarves. Something feels...off about them, and they seem to have no pupils. They go through the lands, helping to spread ritual magic at a faster rate. (Lorash-1P)
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"Ill stop with the nightmares and tell my followers to stop bothering your followers, if you stop the creation of these Dream Guards and don't hurt my races."
(Is that an order?)
Iliseth finally realizes that even a single point of Crux would block out any soul that a God would have.
OVERFLOW doesn't seem to change their appearance. As it is an OOC label, this is understandable.
The Clothier Maag is forced into the king of all cloths, the schoolgirl outfit. He screams blasphemies at Nilva for three days without stop, before finally calming down to find the three cutest Maag in the land to model this new outfit. This new creation receives a prominent space on the wall with an absurd amount of glitter added.
If applicable, use my Pacts sphere to help with the creation of ritual magic.
Done.
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
Post by: ~Neri on June 05, 2015, 11:03:02 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 05, 2015, 11:08:08 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 05, 2015, 11:26:15 pm
((Ciphertext: The key/decoder you gave me doesn't seem to work :-\. Aside from that, this generally works worse form the then PMs. I mostly have been reading everything on the phone while a passenger in the truck, which I can't do with cypertext and it takes even more time to do then just PMs.))((I had started to suspect that much, especially after I realised misused the cipher by having each line be separate without mentioning it.))
"I suppose, with recent happenings, I can now drop some secrecy."Spoiler: Not GM only anymore (click to show/hide)
"Ill stop with the nightmares and tell my followers to stop bothering your followers, if you stop the creation of these Dream Guards and don't hurt my races.""That sounds like a confession. I guess the most obvious suspect was the culprit for once. How often does that happen? Still, I wouldn't trust you to just stop with the nightmares as you have the Desire, as have we all. Please, give me something beyond words and I'll consider the truce."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 05, 2015, 11:57:15 pm
Spend power to destroy all surviving Archons. Forbid any further fighting between ants. Listen to prayers. Teach the ants the new ritual magic created by Lorash
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 06, 2015, 01:26:53 am
Post by: Andres on June 06, 2015, 01:31:40 am
((What are you talking about? Most of your experiments succeeded. That one didn't because you are doing something over the Perverted limit :-\. To be more technical, when a mortal gets soul-scanned, they get that feeling that someone is watching them. Which completely ruins 'the mood' preventing the action from happening.))(Ok, but if I ever get to much just tell me. At one point, I was doing too much stuff in Ye Gods and KJP told me to slow down. I wouldn't be upset if you told me to slow down.)
a puppet*.(Frikkin smeerps...)
I create snakes away from Human settlements.
EDIT: (Wow. I was more accurate with the 'smeerp' thing than I thought. I thought puppets were the wolf snakes.)
I create rabbits away from Human settlements.
Human wife: My husband was bitten by an animal a month ago, and now he is acting strange. Could you please check up on him Uztot, if it isn't too much trouble?Ask them both what happened and how the husband feels "strange". Soul sense and blood sense on the husband and the wife. If it's just a normal illness, tell them to see a healer. If I can't sense any kind of illness or if I sense something that doesn't match up with any illnesses, do the following:
Soul sense and blood sense on the surrounding area. Anything non-Human outside of the normal wildlife? Get the city/town/village to put the husband under house arrest for a month after informing them of the situation. Tell the husband/wife to pray to me if anything happens. Soul sense and blood sense near the city/town/village on the wildlife. Anything out-of-the-ordinary animals? Soul sense/blood sense on those elemental wolves and ask them what happens if they bite something.
Iliseth continues ogling creations with soul sense. The light from all the essence being used blocks off any useful soul-wise, as she is unable to see any souls combining. After the light fades, they seem to appear to be two souls chained together.Soul sense again now that Essence isn't being used any more.
((...Giving Iliseth free soul sense was a stupid move on my part, wasn't it?))(It's literally the only thing my primary sphere has given me a discount on, as far as I know.)
Young Sapling: What happens to souls when they die?"You didn't think to ask me this? It's common sense to ask the goddess of Souls about souls, young Sapling. As for what happens, no soul has yet been observed to die and so the question cannot yet be answered. If it has happened, you could just check the Divine Library for the answers."
Check the Divine Library if there have ever been instances of souls dying.
Human man: MAKE MY NIGHTMARES STOOOOP! PLEEEAAAASE LAUXAL MAKE IT STOOOOOP!"That is it, Aurosseu! You have failed for the last time! 3 Ticks I've waited for you to solve the issue of the nightmares and 3 Ticks you have failed to do so! Now mortals are praying to the god who's caused the nightmares in the first place for mercy! You are a failure as a god!"
2 Power to suppress the nightmares of Humanity, regardless of whether they follow me or not (let Heretic Prophet Illyria suffer, though).
Power to allow a Great Seed to be 'born' and planted in the desertSoul sense before anything else is created.
Lorash uses his remaining Power to create beings with the appearance of Dwarves. Something feels...off about them, and they seem to have no pupils. They go through the lands, helping to spread ritual magic at a faster rate. (Lorash-allP)
I create horses. I tell Humanity that if they can manage to tame them, they can be trained so Humans can ride on them or else pull sleds and carts. (Mundane creation so free. No auto-domestication so still free.) Invent the wheel if it costs no Essence.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 06, 2015, 01:34:26 am
Post by: Vgray on June 06, 2015, 02:05:39 am
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Maag Trader: I have fallen in love with a beautiful Naiad, and she loves me in turn...but alas, she is bound to a fresh water spring at the top of a snow-capped mountain! Uztot, why have you forsaken me!?"How tragic. I'll create a nice pond for her somewhere close by, more temperate. Uztot uses power to create a pond nearby, and transports the Naiad to it.
Ant Soldier: I tire of slaying my brothers and sisters in this senseless war! Please, Uztot, stop the bloodshed!
"Your divine father seems to have the situation well in hand now. Sad as his solution is...please accept this blessing as a sign of my regret that I could not do more. Uztot grants the Ant Soldier enhanced charisma and the ability to calm others, as well as immortality.
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 06, 2015, 02:09:34 am
"That is it, Aurosseu! You have failed for the last time! 3 Ticks I've waited for you to solve the issue of the nightmares and 3 Ticks you have failed to do so! Now mortals are praying to the god who's caused the nightmares in the first place for mercy! You are a failure as a god!""3 Ticks is no time at all. If you haven't noticed, I've been playing the long game in focusing on growth and allies instead of instant solutions. The darkest hour is right before sunrise, don't you know?"
"With that, perhaps it's time to reveal something. I have been working on a system to use certain objects, 'totems', to connect the idealistic realm of spirits and dreams to the more material waking world. Watch as my Influence skyrockets."
Aurosseu creates Totem Magic, using the Dreamcatcher as a template and the co-operation of 3 extra Gods and the borrowed spheres of Magic, Portals, and Souls for their discounts, as well as the 2E contribution a certain God gave to help with the cost. Should he not have enough Essence even with all these discounts, he draws from Power and/or Crux where appropriate.
"Lauxal, now would be a good time to stop angering other gods with the nightmares you've spread. Just a little tip. Maybe you could keep some of your dignity by not making me crush you like the bug you are."
Post by: Andres on June 06, 2015, 02:49:07 am
"3 Ticks is no time at all. If you haven't noticed, I've been playing the long game in focusing on growth and allies instead of instant solutions.""Three Ticks is certainly a lot of time for the mortals who've suffered through this. Playing the long game wouldn't have been bad if you'd just asked us for help in dealing with the short-term. Each Tick it always seemed you were going to handle the problem then and there and for that reason we - or at least I - refrained from assisting. You were the god of Dreams, after all, and it was your responsibility."
(Before you counter saying that it's my job to set up an afterlife/reincarnation, know that I'm still waiting on the price checks from the GM for that.)
Post by: micelus on June 06, 2015, 03:34:12 am
Mavnon advises Illyria to go to a Ritualstone and offer carcasses for knowledge. Ensure to explain how exactly they work and who/what the Saplings/Great Trees are.
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 06, 2015, 03:38:04 am
She also tries to find the reason of the death of the Alicia-born.
((The fertility boost was supposed to be power instead of essence))
Post by: Andres on June 06, 2015, 03:38:35 am
"Illyria dear, I believe it is time we continued your education.""Illyria has abandoned you and become a prophet of Izgamlo. She is an untrustworthy retch and one not worthy of our gifts."
Post by: micelus on June 06, 2015, 03:42:13 am
6P: Cause it to rain on every planet for as long as possible. This will cause flooding.
Post by: Andres on June 06, 2015, 03:46:45 am
6P: Cause it to rain on every planet for as long as possible.(inb4 Maag genocide)
Teach Humanity fishing if they haven't invented it already.
Post by: Happy Demon on June 06, 2015, 03:56:36 am
"You speak as if you intend to meddle with my experiment, make all my effort for naught. I don't know what will happen, so your statement of stopping it, fills me with discomfort.You are again avoiding my question, why is that so? I have noticed that you have taken a very defensive and hostile stance towards me, why? I am not trying to attack you, only trying to understand what you want to do to my creation. Do I not have the right to know?"If it costs a few lives, so be it. I will not let you stop this, even if they kill some of your dear three eyed furry things."So must I assume that this will put them in a blood frenzy? I said I will not stop it if it does not make them dangerous to themselves and others.Maag werewolves? Would they keep control over themsevles? The idea is certainly promising, but I will have to stop it if it makes them kill each other."I wont let you do that. I spend power on my creations, so I must make it succeed. No matter what I have to do in order to attain my success."
((and they don't have any fur btw.))
I am Skolld, and I will succeed."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 06, 2015, 06:57:50 am
((Sankis.))
I think I have an idea. Use Power to give the trader dwarf a fey mood, which if he succeeds will result in building the first wagon. As for Sankis the immortal, use some quantity of essence to grant him a long-lasting dwarven engineering inspiration and finesse which will be hard to equal by other dwarves, but doable (think legendary skill level from dwarf fortress). Unless this would use my Crux.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 06, 2015, 08:45:23 am
(The point is no less valid for that, considering he actually has done his job of annoying Lauxal enough to make her offer a ceasefire. And the whole bit about you accusing him of being a failure as a god for not being able to completely overcome a different god in three ticks.)"3 Ticks is no time at all. If you haven't noticed, I've been playing the long game in focusing on growth and allies instead of instant solutions.""Three Ticks is certainly a lot of time for the mortals who've suffered through this. Playing the long game wouldn't have been bad if you'd just asked us for help in dealing with the short-term. Each Tick it always seemed you were going to handle the problem then and there and for that reason we - or at least I - refrained from assisting. You were the god of Dreams, after all, and it was your responsibility."
(Before you counter saying that it's my job to set up an afterlife/reincarnation, know that I'm still waiting on the price checks from the GM for that.)
Post by: Andres on June 06, 2015, 08:48:38 am
(I agree with these points, though Iliseth wouldn't. I just didn't want him using an argument that he'd win only for OOC reasons.)(The point is no less valid for that, considering he actually has done his job of annoying Lauxal enough to make her offer a ceasefire. And the whole bit about you accusing him of being a failure as a god for not being able to completely overcome a different god in three ticks.)"3 Ticks is no time at all. If you haven't noticed, I've been playing the long game in focusing on growth and allies instead of instant solutions.""Three Ticks is certainly a lot of time for the mortals who've suffered through this. Playing the long game wouldn't have been bad if you'd just asked us for help in dealing with the short-term. Each Tick it always seemed you were going to handle the problem then and there and for that reason we - or at least I - refrained from assisting. You were the god of Dreams, after all, and it was your responsibility."
(Before you counter saying that it's my job to set up an afterlife/reincarnation, know that I'm still waiting on the price checks from the GM for that.)
Post by: Jbg97 on June 06, 2015, 08:54:26 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 06, 2015, 09:07:13 am
((The point is no less valid for that, considering he actually has done his job of annoying Lauxal enough to make her offer a ceasefire. And the whole bit about you accusing him of being a failure as a god for not being able to completely overcome a different god in three ticks.)"3 Ticks is no time at all. If you haven't noticed, I've been playing the long game in focusing on growth and allies instead of instant solutions.""Three Ticks is certainly a lot of time for the mortals who've suffered through this. Playing the long game wouldn't have been bad if you'd just asked us for help in dealing with the short-term. Each Tick it always seemed you were going to handle the problem then and there and for that reason we - or at least I - refrained from assisting. You were the god of Dreams, after all, and it was your responsibility."
(Before you counter saying that it's my job to set up an afterlife/reincarnation, know that I'm still waiting on the price checks from the GM for that.)
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 06, 2015, 09:09:32 am
Utther shakes his mighty cane and kills all the leaders of the sentient races, the chiefs, the mayors, the elders, all of them, and the most powerful of the non-sentient ones. He uses as much Power as necessary to accomplish this."You do understand that us other gods are not going to just let you commit mass murder?"
In the ensuing turmoil, Utther appears to the various peoples and gripes to them about how terrible the world is, and how people should listen to him more, before going back to his house and grumbling on the porch
Aurosseu spends up to 3P to hinder this action.
"Well, Iliseth, you call me out on not asking for help, but will you actually give any?"
(Wah? When did Lauxal offer a ceasefire?)
Lauxal gives a large audible sigh at the sight of Dream Guardians being built.
"Ill stop with the nightmares and tell my followers to stop bothering your followers, if you stop the creation of these Dream Guards and don't hurt my races."
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 06, 2015, 09:10:02 am
Utther grumbles to himself. "These people are still awful, they can't take care of themselves at all! Always relying on the gods to solve their problems. Well, I can change that! A little bit of upheaval will do them some good!"Alicia's robe change colour for the first time, appearing red to everyone.
Utther shakes his mighty cane and kills all the leaders of the sentient races, the chiefs, the mayors, the elders, all of them, and the most powerful of the non-sentient ones. He uses as much Power as necessary to accomplish this.
In the ensuing turmoil, Utther appears to the various peoples and gripes to them about how terrible the world is, and how people should listen to him more, before going back to his house and grumbling on the porch
"If any of those leaders is a follower of mine, I will personally tear you to shreds, old man."
((you seem to have sapient, sentient and non-sentient confused. Sapient is smart, like a human. Sentient is able to react to its environment, like an animal. Non-sentient is unable to think and react, but still alive, like a plant.))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 06, 2015, 09:12:07 am
Utther grumbles to himself. "These people are still awful, they can't take care of themselves at all! Always relying on the gods to solve their problems. Well, I can change that! A little bit of upheaval will do them some good!"
Utther shakes his mighty cane and kills all the leaders of the sentient races, the chiefs, the mayors, the elders, all of them, and the most powerful of the non-sentient ones. He uses as much Power as necessary to accomplish this.
In the ensuing turmoil, Utther appears to the various peoples and gripes to them about how terrible the world is, and how people should listen to him more, before going back to his house and grumbling on the porch
I let Utther kill the Archons for me, then instead use my power to block him from killing other ant leaders. If he is doesn't end up being able to kill the Archons, due to being blocked by the other gods too much, instead carry out my original action of using my power to kill the Archons
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 06, 2015, 09:20:44 am
"Keep this up...and we would be happy to return you to the nonexistence you love so much...perhaps you should just do so on your own...rather than being a spiteful old man and a tantrum-throwing child simultneously..."
Post by: Jbg97 on June 06, 2015, 09:23:13 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 06, 2015, 09:24:49 am
Bah, you damn kids need to listen to your elder!(Make sure who dies?)
Utther uses up to 4 Power and 1 Crux to make sure they die.
Post by: Jbg97 on June 06, 2015, 09:29:19 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 06, 2015, 09:37:13 am
Bah, you damn kids need to listen to your elder!You are younger than us. Your obedience in this matter is required.
Utther uses up to 6 Power to make sure everyone he wants dead, is dead.
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 06, 2015, 09:43:34 am
"Help would be appreciated, my fellow gods."
Post by: Jbg97 on June 06, 2015, 09:45:36 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 06, 2015, 09:50:04 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 06, 2015, 09:53:48 am
"I will not let you tamper with the binds of my chosen ones."
Skolld will use his binding power to make sure Uther doesn't kill any of his Cursed Wolves (elemental and werewolves).
Skolld will use all available power and up to 5 crux worth of converted power to do so, if necesarry.
Post by: Jbg97 on June 06, 2015, 09:57:17 am
((Most powerful of the non-sapient ones? Doesn't that include the elemental wolves? They're the most powerful of the wolves after all.))((it's not a whole race kinda thing, only the top tier of each. Like the one most powerful of the elemental wolves would die, but the rest are fine. The sapient races lose mayors, kings, etc. But only the one who had the most power over each group.))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 06, 2015, 10:07:42 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 06, 2015, 10:10:15 am
((That's still tampering with Skolld's experiments.))((Most powerful of the non-sapient ones? Doesn't that include the elemental wolves? They're the most powerful of the wolves after all.))((it's not a whole race kinda thing, only the top tier of each. Like the one most powerful of the elemental wolves would die, but the rest are fine. The sapient races lose mayors, kings, etc. But only the one who had the most power over each group.))
Post by: Jbg97 on June 06, 2015, 10:29:37 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 06, 2015, 10:44:02 am
((ugh, fine. if it's just going to be a waste of power all around, i'll retract it))((Nah, just keep it, it's a good bit of characterization.))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 06, 2015, 11:46:09 am
"You speak as if you intend to meddle with my experiment, make all my effort for naught. I don't know what will happen, so your statement of stopping it, fills me with discomfort.You are again avoiding my question, why is that so? I have noticed that you have taken a very defensive and hostile stance towards me, why? I am not trying to attack you, only trying to understand what you want to do to my creation. Do I not have the right to know?"If it costs a few lives, so be it. I will not let you stop this, even if they kill some of your dear three eyed furry things."So must I assume that this will put them in a blood frenzy? I said I will not stop it if it does not make them dangerous to themselves and others.Maag werewolves? Would they keep control over themsevles? The idea is certainly promising, but I will have to stop it if it makes them kill each other."I wont let you do that. I spend power on my creations, so I must make it succeed. No matter what I have to do in order to attain my success."
((and they don't have any fur btw.))
I am Skolld, and I will succeed."
I was being protective to my species. Surely you can understand this sentiment, you that fight so vehemently to protect those you have altered. No bad intentions were meant. Now that it turned out to be harmless, even beneficial, I wouldn't mind if you made more similar binds to the Maag, traders would be preferred, as they seem to benefit this the most.
Lithus appears again to the Maag.
I have good news! The god of dreams is working on a cure for your nightmares! In the meantime, know that it was Lauxal that was behind all of this torment.
I also have some clarifications to make regarding the system I have granted you: You can all benefit from the work of others freely, but taking something that someone is currently using is not allowed. I would like to thank the clothier for bringing this flaw to my attention. If any of you notice other flaws or find ways to improve the system, be sure to tell me. I will also have to ask you to take a similar precaution to the last few times, possibly for the last time, as I will attempt to raise the mountain to it's final height! The use I have planned for it will be revealed soon after.
((I decided that the clothier is called Huon because it seems he's becoming a recurrent character and he needs a name.))
Lithus pours two more units of power to raise the mountain. I also grant immortality to Huon the clothier.
This is a gift for the countless innovations you have gifted to your kind and the rest of the world.
I also have something for the rest of you. Your existence have been lonely in the past. I am about to change that by bringing you a new intelligent species for you to cohabit with.
Lithus creates 3k Saag in the area occupied by the Maag.
Spoiler: Saag (click to show/hide)
The Saag will be your companions in life. I recommend to bring at least one for every trade expedition that you plan. And Saag, the Maag will be your ally in life, take care of them and they will take care of you. Your alliance will form the Aag nation.
I also teach the Maag and Saag mathematics if they haven't invented it yet.
((and sorry everyone for the massive tower of text. I tend to always resolve anything from the most recent tick in a single post.))
Edit: I also use power to stop any rain that isn't occurring naturally over the desert for this tick.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 06, 2015, 12:33:42 pm
Post by: Dutrius on June 06, 2015, 04:16:11 pm
Moi'aaty prayers:
Sad Ant: All my friends where killed when the God smote the mind-controlled army. Please bring them back!
Young Sapling: What happens to souls when they die?
Old Space Whale: Praise life!
To Sad Ant: While I share your pain, I sadly can not bring them back. Their souls have already departed and are now in the domain of Iliseth.
To Young Sapling: To be quite honest, I'm not sure. I shall speak with Iliseth, whose domain is souls, and then let you know.
Old Space Whale: That's the spirit!
To Iliseth: This is more your domain than mine, but what does happen to a soul when it's owner dies? One of my followers asked me, and I don't know what the answer is.
Observe each race, and listen to more prayers.
((ugh, fine. if it's just going to be a waste of power all around, i'll retract it))((I would have spent both Power and Crux if needed to prevent you from killing any of the leaders. If people want to commit mass murder, they will have to go through me first.))
Post by: Vgray on June 06, 2015, 04:25:47 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 06, 2015, 04:34:18 pm
Post by: Dutrius on June 06, 2015, 04:35:02 pm
"You haven't noticed the souls ambling around the void?"
I haven't, actually.
Go look at the souls ambling around the void.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 06, 2015, 04:39:25 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 06, 2015, 04:43:07 pm
Post by: Andres on June 06, 2015, 05:17:28 pm
"Well, Iliseth, you call me out on not asking for help, but will you actually give any?""I most certainly would've but I see you and the other gods have made him back down."
(Happened right around the time I went to bed. Even if I'd stayed up to see what was going on, I probably would've delayed responding until morning considering it was so late.)
((you seem to have sapient, sentient and non-sentient confused. Sapient is smart, like a human. Sentient is able to react to its environment, like an animal. Non-sentient is unable to think and react, but still alive, like a plant.))(Not quite. Non-sentient souls exist but plants don't have souls. Any animal that has no free will is non-sentient.)
To Iliseth: This is more your domain than mine, but what does happen to a soul when it's owner dies? One of my followers asked me, and I don't know what the answer is."The Sapling's question was not what happens to a soul when its owner dies but what happens when the soul itself dies. I have not seen any souls be destroyed as-of-yet so I can't give any definite answers, though I hypothesise three things: the first is that the soul merely ceases to exist, the second is that some heat energy is released and the soul as an entity ceases to exist, and the third is that soul-stuff is released and settles in the environment."
"You haven't noticed the souls ambling around the void?"
I haven't, actually.
Go look at the souls ambling around the void.
Looking at Teburshe, Iliseth doesn't find what she is looking for. She does notice a few mortal souls floating about aimlessly in the realm of the Gods, likely lost due to having no where specified to go.(I probably would've fixed this by now but I'm waiting for some price checks.)
Post by: Happy Demon on June 06, 2015, 05:20:12 pm
"If you make a place to keep the souls, I can make a bind between the souls of mortals and that place.
Once the souls' bind to the body dissipates, they get pulled into the realm of souls."
Post by: Vgray on June 06, 2015, 05:28:26 pm
"Or you could simply be misinterpreting the words of a mortal child."
Post by: Andres on June 06, 2015, 05:37:59 pm
Skolld hears the conversation about souls."A soul's bind to the body.... As for your offer, it's probably unnecessary. Souls would be able to find the afterlife easily enough."
"If you make a place to keep the souls, I can make a bind between the souls of mortals and that place.
Once the souls' bind to the body dissipates, they get pulled into the realm of souls."
Soul sense on someone as they die. (Preferably someone that's away from civilisation so I'm not blinded.) Do I see any kind of bond connecting to their body? Do I see it break?
Observe someone as the make a Pact with Mavnon. Does anything happen to their soul? (Preferably look at someone away from civilisation.)
Uztot tilts his head at Iliseth."I could be, but there's no real way to know."
"Or you could simply be misinterpreting the words of a mortal child."
Post by: Vgray on June 06, 2015, 05:44:04 pm
"I suppose answering all possible interpretations of the question saves time."
Post by: Happy Demon on June 06, 2015, 05:47:34 pm
Maybe they could speak to the dead, maybe even let them enter their bodies, letting the wise teach for longer than their lives allow."
Post by: Vgray on June 06, 2015, 05:50:17 pm
Post by: Andres on June 06, 2015, 07:26:09 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 06, 2015, 08:54:37 pm
I invite the souls of my followers to follow me around if they are bored, at least until I create an afterlife for them. I calculate the number of souls who join me and test if they can follow me to a planet fragment. I also estimate the amount of dead followers who don't come with me and the number of living people following me.
Post by: Andres on June 06, 2015, 09:01:54 pm
Iliseth, would you be willing to contribute your sphere of souls to help me create an afterlife for my followers if it costs you nothing? I do not plan to do this until a while, but it would be good to know whenever I will be able to rely on you when I will be ready."I will, for I consider you an ally. I'll require your assistance soon, however, and I hope you'll be willing to help."
Post by: Vgray on June 06, 2015, 09:07:03 pm
"Are you going to tell us what this mysterious project is sister?"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 06, 2015, 09:10:24 pm
Iliseth, would you be willing to contribute your sphere of souls to help me create an afterlife for my followers if it costs you nothing? I do not plan to do this until a while, but it would be good to know whenever I will be able to rely on you when I will be ready."I will, for I consider you an ally. I'll require your assistance soon, however, and I hope you'll be willing to help."
Good, I will contribute at the best of my capacity at the time. I say that because I do not know in which state my reserves will be at the time.
Post by: Happy Demon on June 06, 2015, 09:17:56 pm
This could help in making the wise teach the young, even after they're dead, and allow people to talk to the dead."
Post by: ~Neri on June 06, 2015, 09:19:18 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 06, 2015, 09:57:53 pm
Nilva continues her campaign of messing with mortals. Clothier this time gets introduced to nailpolish. Or technically clawpolish? Do Maags have claws or nails?((Neither of them. Instead, the end of their finger bones are sharp, allowing them to use them kinda like claws but a bit weaker due to having skin over it. And yes, I did just made that up now.))
Post by: ~Neri on June 06, 2015, 10:00:48 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 06, 2015, 10:02:22 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 06, 2015, 10:04:00 pm
Post by: Andres on June 06, 2015, 10:28:16 pm
Uztot blows a smoke ring in the vague direction of Iliseth."You and Lithus/Luthus have both received information regarding the project."
"Are you going to tell us what this mysterious project is sister?"
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 07, 2015, 12:14:51 am
Spoiler (click to show/hide)
Spoiler: Dragons: (click to show/hide)
*Fire breathing: For Droogans they can easily launch flames 5 meters in their prime (which is about 40(they live to 90 usually) and can sustain that for about 10 seconds). Their fire-abilities are affected by factors such as age, health, diet, training, and pyomantic (basically just fire magic) ability. Prayers to me before use can also increase fire ability. They are capable of using specialized organs in their body to make and propel these flames, much like a flame thrower.
Step 1. Flammable gas is pumped out of their stomach and up the wind pipe by a special organ.
Step 2. Two hard rock like organs in their throats click together, like flint and steel sparking a flame.
Step 3. The fire passes through the fire proof mouth and continues onward.
Uses 5E to create and spread the Droogans and 2E for the Dragons. Uses 5 power to increase their fertility for the tick.
Post by: Andres on June 07, 2015, 12:21:22 am
(propogatesif possible. I know that was a thing in Ye Gods, but I'm not sure about this)(Not a thing in this game.)
Uses 1E to make and send an unaging prophet to the Droogans to teach them to worship me(Created beings start out with max worship quality.)
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 07, 2015, 12:22:35 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 07, 2015, 12:52:27 am
Good, now that that's out of the way, Lithus, I believe they called you? I'd like to formally introduce myself, Char, lord of fire and minds. I'd like to say that I quite adore the little Maag creatures you have made and considering that light and heat sustain them and that fire produces light and heat, I think we can make out a business deal. If I provide fire and fiery products to help the Maag, will you encourage the Maag to worship me? *Offers his hand for a handshake*
Hmm...
-Your offer is interesting.
-I can definitively see some benefit from this.
-I fear that the quality of my worship might become diluted between multiple gods.
-Heat and light sources are not a priority right now.
-My resources are being strained by multiple projects.
I am happy to see you wish to collaborate, but I will have to refuse this deal. If you come up with other propositions, please do tell me. I would be interested in some form of cooperation in the future.
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 07, 2015, 12:56:41 am
I understand. If you need products to assist your Maag in travel to cold or dark areas, I think I could manufacture a potion that could give them sustenance. If you need this in the future, simply ask and we can make a deal. I just thought I'd let you know in case you were interested.Good, now that that's out of the way, Lithus, I believe they called you? I'd like to formally introduce myself, Char, lord of fire and minds. I'd like to say that I quite adore the little Maag creatures you have made and considering that light and heat sustain them and that fire produces light and heat, I think we can make out a business deal. If I provide fire and fiery products to help the Maag, will you encourage the Maag to worship me? *Offers his hand for a handshake*
Hmm...
-Your offer is interesting.
-I can definitively see some benefit from this.
-I fear that the quality of my worship might become diluted between multiple gods.
-Heat and light sources are not a priority right now.
-My resources are being strained by multiple projects.
I am happy to see you wish to collaborate, but I will have to refuse this deal. If you come up with other propositions, please do tell me. I would be interested in some form of cooperation in the future.
Post by: Stirk on June 07, 2015, 12:58:49 am
Izgamlo gives a mighty burst of power, destroying the few remaining Archons by tearing them limb from limb with a series of small portals. The Ants are now free from the mind control. The remaining Alphas declare themselves the rulers of the new civilization, splitting it up into several colonies ruled by a male and female Alpha. The ring-barring Ant names himself king of the Moon, due to having the Ring. The other colonial leaders seem to be eying the ring, hoping to take the title for themselves....(Izgamlo -4P)
The weather conditions continue to persist in Sapling controlled areas, growing their numbers more and more. A new Great Tree is placed in a valley-sized Oasis, and begins growing and a great place with the help of the new weather. (Teburshe-2E,5P)
Teburshe prayers:
Sapling Trader: Why is the weather so bad whenever we leave our Great Trees? I wish we could take it with us!
Sapling Scholar: I am finally going to use the Stones! What knowlage should I ask for, great Teburshe?
Wealthy Sapling: I am thinking of getting a gift for our Great Tree. What size School Uniform does she wear?
Snakes and rabbits are created! The snakes begin eating the rabbits, and so does the majority of the wolf-based forest...
Human wife: He has just been acting different then normal...
Human husband: I'm just happy that I haven't had a nightmare in months! Nothing is wrong with me!
They seem to be normal. You don't detect anything out of the ordinary using your abilities. The husband is put under house arrest, with several priests of Iliseth volunteering to guard the place on a shift bases.
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they seem to appear to be two souls chained together.
The Divine Library has nothing on souls dying.
Iliseth attempts to suppress the nightmares in humanity using two power. (Iliseth-2P)
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Soul sense before anything else is created.
The guards living around it block off anything you could have seen.
The power-made "Dwaves" don't seem to have any souls...
Humanity is given knowlage of the wheel, and begin using it in carts. They begin attempting to domesticate horses and holfs to pull the new carts, but for the time being carry them around themselves. As the traders are most likely to use carts, the technology spreads swiftly to all the trading races.
Maag Trader: Thank you Uztot! I will be sure our children are faithful and spread this story to others! (Uztot-1P)
Ant Soldier: Its over? Thank the gods. I won't let something like this ever happen again! (Uztot -2E)
Many Gods come together to build the mysterious Totem Magic. Could all these gods acting together mean this magic holds an untold power? (Aurosseu -2E)
Illyria goes to the school of hard-stones, periodically offering corpses in return for knowledge. After several months and another offering, she states an observation to you.
"From what I can tell, there is something unusual in one of the stones. I might just be Nothing...."
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((The fertility boost was supposed to be power instead of essence))
I know, I corrected it during calculations.
The races are given Music by the Music God. Different types of music are developed in each race, from the skin-drums of the Humans to the Dwarven copper chimes to the primitive wood winds of the Saplings.
The Alicia-born seem to be incapable of leaving the Islands for long periods of time without dying.
A massive rain overtakes the majority of the planet fragments! Many of the smaller craters fill with water completely. There are several deaths from flooding, and the constant rain ruins many crops. The Sapling trees seem unaffected, keeping with their constantly good weather. The rain starts over the deserts of the Maag, only to be quickly shoed away by their God. As for the rest of the world, they generally attempt to find new ways to find food, relying on hunting and the newly given fishing. The Dwarves create architecture good at driving off the rain, which spreads quickly to the other effected races. Huon invents water-proof clothing, capes made from the hard leaves of the sand cotton, outfits made of river-animal skin, and large hats also made of the leaves. He then risks life and limb going out alone to spread these technologies to the races that need them, naturally trade is halted by this. (Mavnon-6P)(Lithus/Luthus -3P)
Sankis has a fey mood! He quickly invents the Wagon after dragging several random pieces of wood into his workshop. It is covered, protecting its rider's from the rain, and superior at moving goods compared to a simple cart. The technology spreads to other dwarves, but little of it manages to get to the other races. He continues to become an even more-skilled engineer, immediately coming up with several ideas for maintaining the cart (Gai-gen-1E,1P).
Stellarion visits the Ants, finding the toughest to be the Ring Bearer. He is grateful for the gift, and uses his portal magic as amplifiers to let his music spread throughout the moon. He takes a break from playing to order his men to start gathering the rocks, still using the portals. They seem to find some in another colonies' territory, who overhears the order due to its means of communication. The rocks are seized, and tensions are raised...
The Maag's communist system is now better understood by those who follow it. They prepare for the mountain to be raised again, which juts to a medium-sized mountain. Many in Maag territory can now see it from a good distance and use it for navigating the desert. The Maag Clothier, named Huon, is granted Immortality. He is grateful for this gift, but leaves his position of power, fearing that an Immortal leader would loose touch with his people and simply isn't a fit for the democracy. (Lithus/Luthus -1E,-2P)
He then continues to grant the Maag giant protectors, leaving the Maag with the brains. Several massive stone creatures begin to roam around the Maag deserts, protecting them from the harm that doesn't seem to come. (Lithus/Luthus-8E)
The Maag/Saag seem to already have the basics mathematics, haven gotten it from the Humans.
Stellarion goes through the land as a human, helping to spread his ideas. With limited trade going on and nations still hungry for ideas, many of them seem to take. Many people begin to build towers, with the hopes of avoiding the worst of the floods.
Sad Ant: So, it is impossible then...are they well, at least?
Young Saplings: So, what did she say?
Moi'aaty prayers:
Human man: Rain can cause both life and death, just like you! I want to be able to make it rain whenever I want!
Dwarf Woman: What is the proper way to respect those who has passed on?
Maag Gravedigger: It is so hard to bury people in this sand! How should we deal with corpses?
The Aag seem to have continued their march of advancement. Many of the new inventions are centered around the Saag, utilizing their abilities to better perform some simple labors. Commonly, tools are specially made for the Saag, taking size into account
Lithus/Luthus prayers:
Disgruntled Ant: Why don't we see any progress? Everything stays the same but who we are fighting!
Maag/Wolf: Can me and my brothers survive without heat and light? I want our wolf-sides to help our nation in times like this!
Dwarf: We have been progressing like a cart going downhill! We must be the most advanced race by now, and I challenge anyone to say otherwise!
The souls ambling around the Void are ambling around the Void.
Uztot's prayers:
Human: Who is the true God of Blood, you or Iliseth?
Maag Father: Oh great Uztot, bless my newborn!
Maag: Should I consider all of society my kin?
Iliseth spends her spare time glaring at the dying, a man drowning to death in an overflowing river. His soul seems to simply leave the body with no change. Mavnons pacts do not change the soul. The souls do not respawn to her shouting.
Lithus/Luthus order(s?) the souls of their followers to follow them if they are bored. Several dozen souls seem to conjugate around him, but do not follow him if he moves too far away, hanging to him loosely like water. They all fall off far before reaching the planet fragments. You can't seem to tell which souls where your followers and which where not. No living people follow you in the souls :P.
Huon, while bringing his waterproof clothing to a Dwarf settlement, is pestered by Nilva! He is forced out of his nice, waterproof close and into short shorts and a sleeveless shirt. And, oddly enough, sleeves and stockings that cover the areas that would be exposed by that clothing. He quickly runs inside and curls up next to a Hearth-Spirit inhabited fire, immediately pulling off all his cloths and throwing them in the fire (after taking note to use the ideas when there is a market for it...). He spends the next week finding anything even remotely related to Nilva and throwing it into his fire-friend, then warming himself on the heat it produces while figuring out how to write "I HATE NILVA!" into all the cloths he produces. Near the end, once he has the designs finalized, he makes some first drafts of "incorporeal cloths" on his new friend's suggestion. The sketches are, of course, no sleeves and short shorts.
Char creates a couple thousand Doogans! They don't find the rain particularly hospitable, and quickly find caves to keep out of it. A handful of Dragons join them, neither is a particularly numerous race. They seem to be developing many of the things the other races have access to incredibly quickly...(Char-7E, -5P)
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I don't think I need to define pyromancy, but tell me if I must).
It needs to be both defined and created to be useful. Currently, it doesn't exist.
Hundreds-if not thousands- of Leaders, from every race, meet their end! The more powerful the leader, the more likely they are to be targeted. The Councilmen of the Maag, the Tribal Leaders of the Humans, even the Alphas of the Ants all simply parish! Many mighty animals seem to fall as well, some of the largest megafauna dropping in the rain. Many of the races are put into turmoil, as they try to deal with the rain crises at the same time as this. Who could have done such a thing?
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 07, 2015, 01:09:00 am
Hundreds-if not thousands- of Leaders, from every race, meet their end! The more powerful the leader, the more likely they are to be targeted. The Councilmen of the Maag, the Tribal Leaders of the Humans, even the Alphas of the Ants all simply parish! Many mighty animals seem to fall as well, some of the largest megafauna dropping in the rain. Many of the races are put into turmoil, as they try to deal with the rain crises at the same time as this. Who could have done such a thing?
((Didn't jbg cancel his action? And even if he didn't, there was a bunch of people spending energy to stop him.))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 07, 2015, 01:09:56 am
((Secret action most probably. Stirk, could I get a update on what ant society is currently like now all the Alphas were killed? Is there still fighting?))Hundreds-if not thousands- of Leaders, from every race, meet their end! The more powerful the leader, the more likely they are to be targeted. The Councilmen of the Maag, the Tribal Leaders of the Humans, even the Alphas of the Ants all simply parish! Many mighty animals seem to fall as well, some of the largest megafauna dropping in the rain. Many of the races are put into turmoil, as they try to deal with the rain crises at the same time as this. Who could have done such a thing?
((Didn't jbg cancel his action? And even if he didn't, there was a bunch of people spending energy to stop him.))
Post by: Stirk on June 07, 2015, 01:10:23 am
Hundreds-if not thousands- of Leaders, from every race, meet their end! The more powerful the leader, the more likely they are to be targeted. The Councilmen of the Maag, the Tribal Leaders of the Humans, even the Alphas of the Ants all simply parish! Many mighty animals seem to fall as well, some of the largest megafauna dropping in the rain. Many of the races are put into turmoil, as they try to deal with the rain crises at the same time as this. Who could have done such a thing?
((Didn't jbg cancel his action? And even if he didn't, there was a bunch of people spending energy to stop him.))
((What makes you think it was him? It may or may not have been a secret action that I am not allowed to talk about.))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 07, 2015, 01:14:15 am
Order my prophet to make great permanent portals connecting the three world-fragments together. Portals are to be located just outside the largest settlements on each fragment. Use 3 power to shove wildlife through portals and incapacitate them at the locations where the portals are to be created, so my prophet can use them as sacrifices to create the portals.
Try listening to prayers again. Is something interfering, making me unable to hear them? Or do I just really have no one praying to me? Either way this is highly worrying. INVESTIGATE!
Observe ant society. They are probably not keeping to my edict of no fighting between ants allowed yes?
((Wait the power-made dwarves have persisted beyond one tick?))
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 07, 2015, 01:17:21 am
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It needs to be both defined and created to be useful. Currently, it doesn't exist.I hereby Create pyromancy, the ability to create and manipulate (including putting it out) fire and teach it to the Droogans. Use my remaining E and then crux to do this.
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 01:18:49 am
Post by: micelus on June 07, 2015, 01:23:58 am
"Speaking of which, I suppose a few children of my own would be an interesting sideproject."
4E (if this isn't enough, just make as much as possible):Create 4000 Durazni. Non-sentient automatons that simply follow the mental orders of their assigned master. This is chosen by Mavnon. When in use, Durazni are physical extensions of their master, maintaining all magical or physical blessings. Durazni are agile, made of flexible but durable crystal and reproduce by budding. They feed via photosynthesis. Order the Durazni to serve Clan Rilem's Regent.
2E: Create 2000 Clan Rilem Dwarves. Near identical to other dwarves, Clan Rilem are easily identified by their amber skin and almond-shaped eyes. They also happen to detest alcohol. Clan Rilem is ruled by the Regent and the Council of 11. They are to rule until a true King/Queen presents themselves to Mavnon. Plop them somewhere pleasant near the human and dwarven frontiers. Ensure that they are settled in a high elevation area.
Teach Clan Rilem all basic technology.
Teach Ritual magic to Clan Rilem.
Tell 5 of them to take up Portal Magic and gather as much knowledge as possible from the Ritualstones. Inform them of what they are, what they do and the nearby Saplings. Keep doing this until they exhaust all mortal knowledge. Encourage them to learn metalworking via the Ritualstones if they don't already have it.
Order Clan Rilem to set up the first nation-state; all lands claimed by Clan Rilem are owned by the Clan in perpetuity. This is to be guaranteed by further peaceful expansion into surrounding areas. All excess growth is to be directed to smaller hamlets away from the Mountainhome. Any encountered settlements are to be offered membership of the Clan. If refused, maintain friendly relations as well as trade.
Investigate the Ritualstones, specifically the one Illyria senses 'Nothing' in.
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 01:30:00 am
Post by: micelus on June 07, 2015, 01:33:12 am
Mavnon looked out towards Iliseth, with the souls arund her.
"And truly, why does it matter if a mortal dies? Their soul lives on; only their body is lost. Nothing more."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 07, 2015, 01:55:19 am
"I would be surprised if you did not. But think of it this way: the mortals will now have to learn or perish. They will advance by force by their own wills, not by what we have given to them..."
Mavnon looked out towards Iliseth, with the souls arund her.
"And truly, why does it matter if a mortal dies? Their soul lives on; only their body is lost. Nothing more."
"It is quite simple, my good fellow...we have mortals for a reason...should they die before their allotted time, whatever their god apparently feels it may be...they cannot continue to grow in character...or faith...or as a sapient...it is cutting down the tree before it is ready...harvesting the crop before it has ripened...at least, I believe that's the logic behind it...."
Spoiler: Prayer Responses (click to show/hide)
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 07, 2015, 02:02:07 am
Create 50 Incorporeal children on Utther's lawn.
"Don't think this will be your only punishment, old man. You'll beg me to stop.
Post by: micelus on June 07, 2015, 02:04:20 am
"I would be surprised if you did not. But think of it this way: the mortals will now have to learn or perish. They will advance by force by their own wills, not by what we have given to them..."
Mavnon looked out towards Iliseth, with the souls arund her.
"And truly, why does it matter if a mortal dies? Their soul lives on; only their body is lost. Nothing more."
"It is quite simple, my good fellow...we have mortals for a reason...should they die before their allotted time, whatever their god apparently feels it may be...they cannot continue to grow in character...or faith...or as a sapient...it is cutting down the tree before it is ready...harvesting the crop before it has ripened...at least, I believe that's the logic behind it...."Spoiler: Prayer Responses (click to show/hide)
Mavnon smiled. "Oh? So its a thing of selfishness I see. And to think I counted you amongst the Janis." She let out a hearty laugh.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 07, 2015, 02:12:32 am
Post by: micelus on June 07, 2015, 02:18:09 am
"I do not think you need an explanation of such a simple parable brother."
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 02:27:26 am
Create Incorporeal children. Incorporeal children are non-sapient, ghost-like creatures. They appear the same as human children. Their only purpose is to make a lot of noise. They can't be destroyed.HAH! That's nothing. I hear you kids argue and shout all the time! This is child's play. Which is appropriate, considering it's coming from one so young as you.
Create 50 Incorporeal children on Utther's lawn.
"Don't think this will be your only punishment, old man. You'll beg me to stop.
But don't worry, those kids will be gone soon enough.
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 02:30:20 am
Spoiler: Prayers (click to show/hide)
"And can our divine children truly be considered capable of fending for themselves in a world where gods exist?"
Post by: micelus on June 07, 2015, 02:31:18 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 07, 2015, 02:43:43 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 07, 2015, 02:45:12 am
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 02:52:19 am
"Utther might have a point on a few things. I grow tired of this bickering, especially as there are so few who Dream at this stage. I'm soon going to go sleep for a few thousand years. In the meantime, consider the few offers I've given some of you, and treat my creations gently. If you harm them, expect serious retribution. Does anyone have anything to say to me before I go?""Nothing other than to wish you pleasant dreams brother."
Uztot's perpetual smile widens slightly.
"Not yet. Which is why they must be taught.""Indeed. We merely disagree as to the lessons. But consider this, is their will to live and advance not stronger when as one?"
Post by: micelus on June 07, 2015, 03:03:39 am
"Now think of another. A family still of four. The father is old and ridden with cancer. The mother poor and with a leg that will never heal. The younger child not even able to stand. The older child, if of worthy character, will strive to improve his lot. If he or she takes the right opportunities, they might become a physician or healer. They could care for their family, nurse their plights and even discover treatments. By ensuring that some sort of Conflict is present, mortals will have to progress."
Mavnon looked towards the Maag and Dwarves. After a moment she smiled. "Look. Those blessed creatures have already progressed. They reacted to a challenge and already they have become better. Do you see what I mean?"
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 07, 2015, 03:08:09 am
"Utther might have a point on a few things. I grow tired of this bickering, especially as there are so few who Dream at this stage. I'm soon going to go sleep for a few thousand years. In the meantime, consider the few offers I've given some of you, and treat my creations gently. If you harm them, expect serious retribution. Does anyone have anything to say to me before I go?""Sweet...dreams?..."
"Not yet. Which is why they must be taught.""We have different views on the subject, I see...parents who fade away and die...are an effect of mortal lifespans....you do not see trees die to make way for their children, after all...save through fire or disease...and we are by nature different from our creations, rather than simply more experienced ones of the same sort...I see us more as gardeners...some plant bulbs, to be dug up later, once ripe...some plant stalks, so they might have them regrow time and again...and some plant flower, to be viewed and admired for time to come...but what is the garden without a gardener...?...and what is the garden to do, should weeds take root...?...I can understand your viewpoint...but it is based off of mammalian tendencies...not botanical, or divine ones...the Saplings have a very different parent-child dynamic, for example...the mother does not die needlessly once the child is grown...so I hope you can respect why I might disagree..."
Post by: micelus on June 07, 2015, 03:11:05 am
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 03:16:42 am
"No, I would think not. Consider a family of four. They are prosperous and never once have to think of starvation. The worst they will ever encounter is death, and a death by old age at that. They are happy but that is all. They will never once think of Change, of Progress or Development.""I can see some wisdom in your words. But mortals also need the strength to weather conflict. You forget the greatest strength the Maag have cultivated is the one I would teach them. Does not the elder child need to care for their kin to be of, worthy character, as you say?"
"Now think of another. A family still of four. The father is old and ridden with cancer. The mother poor and with a leg that will never heal. The younger child not even able to stand. The older child, if of worthy character, will strive to improve his lot. If he or she takes the right opportunities, they might become a physician or healer. They could care for their family, nurse their plights and even discover treatments. By ensuring that some sort of Conflict is present, mortals will have to progress."
Mavnon looked towards the Maag and Dwarves. After a moment she smiled. "Look. Those blessed creatures have already progressed. They reacted to a challenge and already they have become better. Do you see what I mean?"
Post by: micelus on June 07, 2015, 03:19:17 am
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 03:24:05 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 07, 2015, 03:35:49 am
Post by: Andres on June 07, 2015, 04:33:50 am
Mavnon looked out towards Iliseth, with the souls arund her."From a practical perspective, souls without bodies cannot provide worship. From a humane perspective, it matters because they and others care of their lives and deaths. That a child would be upset if their toy is broken is enough reason to not break the toy assuming no other evil would result. This is common sense."
"And truly, why does it matter if a mortal dies? Their soul lives on; only their body is lost. Nothing more."
"Conflict is key to progress, but Conflict without purpose is just Chaos. It is wrong and perverse."(So you're saying that Conflict without purpose is a perverse and unorthodox way of worshipping you. (http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/heresy) You also say that this is "Chaos". Now why does this seem so familiar....)
Post by: Happy Demon on June 07, 2015, 04:39:31 am
Grant the elemental wolves sapience, so I can command them.
"The wolves of air shall work to better the rain situation. Bunch up the clouds, so it alternates between sunny and cloudy."
Have the elemental wolves of air control the weather.
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 04:41:12 am
Post by: Andres on June 07, 2015, 04:44:55 am
This rain problem can be alleviated with what I already have. But first."The rain was created with Power and should dissipate by the next Tick."
Grant the elemental wolves sapience, so I can command them.
"The wolves of air shall work to better the rain situation. Bunch up the clouds, so it alternates between sunny and cloudy."
Have the elemental wolves of air control the weather.
"Did you want to weigh in on the matter of which one of us is the true god of Blood, sister?""It is as foolish a question as asking two blonde-haired Humans, "Which of you is truly the blonde-haired Human?""
Post by: Happy Demon on June 07, 2015, 05:07:26 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 07, 2015, 06:46:00 am
Afterwards travel to outer space and begin singing a song towards the Durrakil.
"Brothers of the endless space,
for you are a mighty race
ever strong and so agile
wandering a trillion miles
sing the song of space
for a million years
towards every race
so they can lose their tears
tell them of the litany
that within the space you will be free
astounding them with mighty feats
they'll frolick under your good beat"
Teach them to fold space so they can teleport.
Listen to space related prayers and conversations.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 07:08:32 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 07, 2015, 07:14:40 am
Oh by the way I am space, I surround you. HAHAHAHA. I am happy that you have taken the spheres that lead to the conquering of space. Architecture, Engineering, splendid. We shall devote ourselves to build towers of magnificient sizes. Perhaps you are interested in a collaborative species to create`?"
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 07:16:43 am
"Also. A new gift for dwarves. Useful- just in case."
Grant the dwarves the knowledge of the two prime siege weapons (ballista, catapult), all dwarves will receive this knowledge. Just in case something goes wrong with this, I'll give Sankis the immortal something secret.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 07, 2015, 07:29:32 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 07:31:01 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 07, 2015, 07:35:45 am
Projecting his voice towards the Gof of Portals and the Goddess of Emotions
"I have propositions for you to make. If you would like to hear me out, attempt to find me."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 07, 2015, 07:39:35 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 07, 2015, 07:48:12 am
In the space of emotions, one would recceive visions of the soul as well as temptations, if you are able to understand these manifestations without dying or going insane you will be led to a place, where you will receive a prophecy, as well as a quest for your life.
Understanding space means to learn how to skip space, as well as finding the space within your own self."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 07, 2015, 07:52:43 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 07, 2015, 11:20:47 am
A tragedy have hit us. I know that many of you have lost people you loved and cared for, and the nation is now in a state of instability. Fortunately, the governing system I have implemented is especially resilient to such events. A new election cycle is to be made immediately to replace the lost leaders. Utther is most certainly responsible for this heinous act. Remember the frowning owls he had created to pester you? Slaughter all of those who dare enter the desert, and invent as many ways to eliminate them as you can. Consider this a declaration of war against this monster, I will deal with him personally.
Condense 4 units of power in a blast of energy to annihilate Utther's asteroid.
Lithus/Luthus then answer to prayers:
Disgruntled ant:
I am happy to see that some of you wish to see progress. Perhaps you should bring this issue, along with like-minded people, to your leaders. If they refuse to change, preferring stagnation, I have two solutions for you:
1-Find all of those who think similarly to you and begin to work on making things progress together.
2-If your leaders turns out to be too rigid to even allow the first solution, direct a prayer to my second personality. The only way to fix a broken mechanism is to replace the cogs that won't move.
Maag/Wolf:
Interesting question. Skolld was the one who gave you this gift, but he seems to have no idea of the impacts it might have. Either that or he is unwilling to share his knowledge. I propose the scientific method, following this plan:
1-Find a partner to help you in your quest.
2-Locate an area cold and dark enough that you will not be able to sustain yourself.
3-Ask your partner to make and maintain a strong fire nearby.
4-Remain in wolf form away from said fire and wait enough time that you would normally feel the need for light and heat.
5-If you feel those needs, go back to the fire. You will have your answer at this point.
6-If you do not feel the need for light and heat, then what you suggested is correct.
You should both bring the supplies to make and maintain a campfire, along with the food and water a wolf would require, just in case. I also recommend bringing a Saag with you, he will be able to carry the supplies and help with various tasks at the camp. You should probably wait for the rain to dissipate, or find a settlement that will provide shelter if it takes too long to end.
Dwarf:
I am greatly pleased by the progress your kind have accomplished. You caught my curiosity when claiming to be the most advanced species. I believe I will attempt to verify this.
Watch every civilization. Does any of them seem more advanced than the others?
Lithus then address the Aag nation again:
I have heard a prayer dedicated to another god. I know it is usually considered impolite to answer for someone else, but a great idea have come to my mind. Someone asked how to deal with the dead. I propose to create teams of scientists who will dissect the dead in order to learn as much as possible from your own kind. Even thought the idea might seem unappealing, I believe the medical progress it will allow will be great enough to justify such an action. I believe that giving your body to science after your death is a great deed, as it allows to improve the life of those who will succeed you. Incineration might also be an option, and I am sure you will find a way to profit from it.
Finally, Lithus/Luthus returns to the assmebly.
Stellarion, your tower project is interesting. I propose you name it "Babylon".
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 07, 2015, 11:24:14 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 07, 2015, 12:29:34 pm
Gods are not united in their actions, we have never been. It would apear that somone could not stand seeing peace and order among mortal races and devised a plan to strike at those who kept it such. Yet that is a matter for us to solve. You have done well in your task, and for that you shall be rewarded. Your next task is same as one you completed, let's see how fast you complete it.
Increase lifespawn of dwarves by 50%. This increase would not extend childhood, but dwarves would be at their prime longer and feel the effects of old age more slowly. Dwarves that are already old would improve in their condition as if they had lived with lifespawn extended.
Listen to some prayers this time.
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 02:37:16 pm
Regarding Babylon, that's just tempting Utther to destroy it though.Good idea!
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 07, 2015, 02:59:57 pm
Regarding Babylon, that's just tempting Utther to destroy it though.
Utther will destroy it regardless of the name if he wants to. Don't let him control your fears, and fight back instead!
Regarding Babylon, that's just tempting Utther to destroy it though.Good idea!
Do not believe you can ruin our creation with impunity, god of hatred. You anger everyone and have no one to protect you. You will cease to exist as soon as we deem you too much of a nuisance. Many of us already do.
Lithus/Luthus listen to prayers.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 07, 2015, 03:01:24 pm
Keep spending power (two this time) on weather conditions and helping Saplings grow, particularly the new Great Trees
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 03:29:48 pm
Do not believe you can ruin our creation with impunity, god of hatred. You anger everyone and have no one to protect you. You will cease to exist as soon as we deem you too much of a nuisance. Many of us already do.Oi, you! I may be a god filled with hate, but I ain't no god of hate. You should'a stayed in school to learn the difference, your parents ought to be ashamed!
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 03:39:10 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 07, 2015, 03:54:52 pm
Create the Third Ring of Patronius: the Ring of Protection. It is inset with Citrine and grants the bearer defense against hostile spells and effects, whilst also granting him a resistance to physical attacks and increased luck (in terms of surviving). It possesses all traits of the Rings of Patronius (increased intelligence, ability to change its shape, etc).
Listen to the prayers of my subjects.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 03:59:06 pm
Nilva continues bothering the mortals. This time she bothers the Clothier, she doesn't actually do anything, just general talking/poking him repeatedly with a wolf shaped stick. He nearly died and therefore gets a break encounter.((This is ridiculous.))
"Why are many deities idiots?"
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 04:02:17 pm
"Why are many deities idiots?"Because none of ya have any respect for yer elders or tradition! This used to be a good neighborhood you know!
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 04:06:55 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 04:07:56 pm
"Old man, I'm tempted to sear you from existance for your wanton genocide. However I feel like others will accomplish that for me."Assumptions, assumptions, assumptions. Ya have no evidence to prove that was me!
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 04:10:01 pm
Post by: Ama on June 07, 2015, 04:13:39 pm
Spoiler: Prayers (click to show/hide)
"These are my races."
Two forms appear before the gods. One is a short human made of shadow. The other is a large pale worm decorated in what appears to be teeth from many of the mortal races.
"Meet the Shadow Kobolds and the TeethStealers."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 04:14:30 pm
Smoke appears, forming into a vote-board!
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Vaporize Mr. Genocide: Gai-gen
Let Him Live:
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Post by: Rolepgeek on June 07, 2015, 04:15:26 pm
"....your point being?...we need no evidence beyond the circumstantial, in this case....this is no mortal court...""Old man, I'm tempted to sear you from existance for your wanton genocide. However I feel like others will accomplish that for me."Assumptions, assumptions, assumptions. Ya have no evidence to prove that was me!
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 04:17:57 pm
"If he fails to provide a reasonable excuse, I say we vaporize him.""Agreed."
Smoke appears, forming into a vote-board!
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Vaporize Mr. Genocide: Gai-gen
Let Him Live:
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"Explain their biology and how they function? Also reproductive cycles?"Spoiler: Prayers (click to show/hide)
"These are my races."
Two forms appear before the gods. One is a short human made of shadow. The other is a large pale worm decorated in what appears to be teeth from many of the mortal races.
"Meet the Shadow Kobolds and the TeethStealers."
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 04:18:52 pm
"You are completely out of power. Whacha spend it on. Hmm?"Forgot my owls didja? Maybe I did something special for them.
Never considered THAT didja?
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 04:19:42 pm
Vaporize Mr. Genocide: Gai-gen, Teburshe, Nilva
Let Him Live:
___
"Well, it's either you or Mavnon. Would someone check to see if Mavnon spent a large chunk of Power or Essence last turn? And besides, Power only does temporary things."
Post by: Andres on June 07, 2015, 04:20:04 pm
"If he fails to provide a reasonable excuse, I say we vaporize him.""Shouldn't we wait until the next Tick to allow him to provide himself an excuse before we vote to destroy him? Or at least delay the destruction until the next Tick so he might change our minds? The odds of him doing so are low but it's only fair."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 04:21:04 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 04:26:16 pm
___I only see TWO gods that voted. You're fudging the votes!
Vaporize Mr. Genocide: Gai-gen, Teburshe, Nilva
Let Him Live:
Also, I vote against my own destruction.
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 04:26:33 pm
((Exactly.))Nilva continues bothering the mortals. This time she bothers the Clothier, she doesn't actually do anything, just general talking/poking him repeatedly with a wolf shaped stick. He nearly died and therefore gets a break encounter.((This is ridiculous.))
"Why are many deities idiots?"
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 04:28:15 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 04:28:56 pm
"You fool, the one on trial gets no vote. And Teburshe was pretty clear about wanting you gone, you could ask him."___I only see TWO gods that voted. You're fudging the votes!
Vaporize Mr. Genocide: Gai-gen, Teburshe, Nilva
Let Him Live:
Also, I vote against my own destruction.
___
Vaporize Mr. Genocide: Gai-gen, Teburshe, Nilva
Let Him Live: Uztot
___
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 04:31:02 pm
"Actually I did. Your owls recieved no noticable traits last tick beyond being annoying. Power expenditures are temporary.""You are completely out of power. Whacha spend it on. Hmm?"Forgot my owls didja? Maybe I did something special for them.
Never considered THAT didja?
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 04:34:58 pm
As it was said, this is no mortal trial, and you never specified that I couldn't vote. 'Sides, im you're elder, so I always get a vote."You fool, the one on trial gets no vote. And Teburshe was pretty clear about wanting you gone, you could ask him."___I only see TWO gods that voted. You're fudging the votes!
Vaporize Mr. Genocide: Gai-gen, Teburshe, Nilva
Let Him Live:
Also, I vote against my own destruction.
Now you're fudging the votes and changing the rules! Will you declare yourself king of the gods next and start executing anyone who opposes your rule?
Post by: Ama on June 07, 2015, 04:36:54 pm
"Explain their biology and how they function? Also reproductive cycles?"
"I have no knowledge of their reproductive cycles...Why would you even want to know?"
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 04:37:09 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 04:38:34 pm
"And I'll take justice."
"Explain their biology and how they function? Also reproductive cycles?""Because it's relevant to my sphere?"
"I have no knowledge of their reproductive cycles...Why would you even want to know?"
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 04:39:59 pm
"I hereby elect myself temporary chairman of the Divine Execution Committee for the duration of this trial"HA, you ARE making yourself a dictator! Back in my day, prospective dictators were strung up by their ethereal bits!
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 04:41:01 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 07, 2015, 04:41:21 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 04:43:04 pm
"My proposal is we bind him to the mortal plane for a few thousand years. One hundred years for each day of life each of the mortals he killed lost when he slaughtered them."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 04:44:39 pm
"Note the word 'Temporary'""SECONDED!!!"
"My proposal is we bind him to the mortal plane for a few thousand years. One hundred years for each day of life each of the mortals he killed lost when he slaughtered them."
"odd. But it'll work as long as we bind his powers."
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 04:47:26 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 04:48:33 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 04:53:32 pm
"Note the word 'Temporary'""That I can support. Perhaps it might even teach him some humility?"
"My proposal is we bind him to the mortal plane for a few thousand years. One hundred years for each day of life each of the mortals he killed lost when he slaughtered them."
Post by: Ama on June 07, 2015, 04:54:51 pm
"Because it's relevant to my sphere?""They have no genders and reproduce by magic."
"Note the word 'Temporary'"Support.
"My proposal is we bind him to the mortal plane for a few thousand years. One hundred years for each day of life each of the mortals he killed lost when he slaughtered them."
Post by: Andres on June 07, 2015, 04:57:26 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 04:58:03 pm
I knew you damn kids would try to put me in a home and take your inheritance!
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 05:00:09 pm
"By the way, when I say frail, I mean his body will be just as weak as a mortal's and will heal at the same rate. He'll just reform if he's burned to cinders. Although it will take years. And he'll be conscious for all of that. Also pain will be a thing."
"So in order to punish him for being a crochety old man, we should force him to live life as an immortal crochety old man.... I am not in support of this idea.""No, we force him to live life as a frail, physically weak mortal. And then maybe send his owls after him."
Post by: Andres on June 07, 2015, 05:01:42 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 05:02:40 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 05:05:35 pm
"It's implied we'll modify them."Dont you dare touch my owls!
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 05:07:14 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 05:11:19 pm
"I will touch your owls if I damn well please."I swear by all that is not as shit as everything else in this world which has to pass for "good" that if you touch my owls there will be a day of reckoning the likes of which have never been seen before! And that threat is not diminished by the fact this universe has never had a day of reckoning!
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 05:11:46 pm
"Is that your mad tone?"
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 07, 2015, 05:14:17 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 07, 2015, 05:15:58 pm
___"...why do you assume I want him vaporized?....he is a nuisance, to be sure...but he does not deserve death...only...what do mortals call it...ah yes...a good spanking..."
Vaporize Mr. Genocide: Gai-gen, Teburshe, Nilva
Let Him Live:
___
"Well, it's either you or Mavnon. Would someone check to see if Mavnon spent a large chunk of Power or Essence last turn? And besides, Power only does temporary things."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 05:18:14 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 05:20:35 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 05:22:01 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 05:23:43 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 05:24:54 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 05:27:46 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 07, 2015, 05:28:05 pm
"Nilva has derived a punishment that is fittingly severe, yet leaves him alive. And as for the flood: we can look into that after the Chairman election and this trial."
"I have my doubts...as to it's usefulness...my guess is that either it will only drive him more insane...make him hate everything more...or allow him to wreak havoc directly, being immortal and yet easily capable of interacting with mortals, capable of thinking and acting far faster than we whilst there...he is not stupid...well, actually he is...but he is not so stupid as to be unable to make hundreds of thousands of years destructive...he would not learn any lesson by it...he is far too full of spite and insanity for that...he speaks of neighborhoods, and parents...as though they ever existed for us...he thinks he is elder than us despite our predating the creation of the universe, and his being born afterwards...he thinks he knows of what it was like before it existed...he is a lunatic..."
"Utther...if you love nothingness so much...why do you not return to it...?...none of us would stop you...and you would not be bothered by such trivialities as existence...if you think we will let you wreak havoc on our works without consequence, though...you are quite mistaken..."
"As for leaders...it leaves a power vacuum...that does not encourage adaptation...it encourages conflict...it would not kill directly, as the flood might have...it would lead tribes and proto-nations into civil war...not conducive...to growth..."
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 05:35:35 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 05:43:46 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 07, 2015, 05:56:42 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 06:18:34 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 07, 2015, 06:21:47 pm
Post by: micelus on June 07, 2015, 06:22:48 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 06:31:05 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 06:37:13 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 06:39:05 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 06:51:09 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 06:56:33 pm
"bloody"Watch your language in front of your elders!
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 07, 2015, 07:00:25 pm
I still say I shouldn't be punished, but if you damn kids feel the need to feast on the corpses of your forefathers, who gave you everything in life, who raised you, cared for you, and loved you, then so be it. Just give me some time to contemplate the gross obscenity of your horrendous actions.
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 07:03:08 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 07, 2015, 07:07:02 pm
I still say I shouldn't be punished, but if you damn kids feel the need to feast on the corpses of your forefathers, who gave you everything in life, who raised you, cared for you, and loved you, then so be it. Just give me some time to contemplate the gross obscenity of your horrendous actions."Describe to me an instance in which you did any of that...describe to me an instance in which any of that was ever done for you...describe to me what it looked like when I was born...you can't...because none of it is truth...it's entirely farce...and you should feel ashamed of yourself for it...I can describe what it looked like when you were born...I was there for it...and I will not speak for the others, but...
...I...Am...Older...Than...You...
...if anyone has been showing disrespect for their elders, it is you...you are a rash and impudent child ripping up flowers to get attention...now get...off...MY....LAWN!"
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 07:09:56 pm
Ahem.I still say I shouldn't be punished, but if you damn kids feel the need to feast on the corpses of your forefathers, who gave you everything in life, who raised you, cared for you, and loved you, then so be it. Just give me some time to contemplate the gross obscenity of your horrendous actions."Describe to me an instance in which you did any of that...describe to me an instance in which any of that was ever done for you...describe to me what it looked like when I was born...you can't...because none of it is truth...it's entirely farce...and you should feel ashamed of yourself for it...I can describe what it looked like when you were born...I was there for it...and I will not speak for the others, but...
...I...Am...Older...Than...You...
...if anyone has been showing disrespect for their elders, it is you...you are a rash and impudent child ripping up flowers to get attention...now get...off...MY....LAWN!"
THAT IS NO WAY TO SPEAK TO YOUR ELDERS YOU DAMN, UNGRATEFUL, ROWDY, UNCOUTH, UNEDUCATED, CHILD.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 07:41:15 pm
"WE ARE GODS, NONE OF US ARE CHILDREN, YOU BLOODY FOOL!!!"
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 07:42:21 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 07, 2015, 07:42:59 pm
"...perhaps his punishment should be something simpler, though...what if...what if we made it impossible for him to complain...?...or made it so he would have to pay Essence or Power every time he complained...or every time he spouted ridiculous nonsense...?...
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 07:45:00 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 07:50:09 pm
Post by: Andres on June 07, 2015, 07:51:32 pm
""...perhaps his punishment should be something simpler, though...what if...what if we made it impossible for him to complain...?...or made it so he would have to pay Essence or Power every time he complained...or every time he spouted ridiculous nonsense...?...(This sounds oddly familiar...)
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 07:52:42 pm
"Anyway. 5 gods should be enough to punish him, wouldn't you say?"
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 07:53:29 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 07, 2015, 08:12:23 pm
Put 2 Essence, if I have it, towards the curse on the destruction god. Do 3 if necessary.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 07, 2015, 08:12:43 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 08:12:57 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 08:26:38 pm
Post by: micelus on June 07, 2015, 08:38:17 pm
Clan Rilem was developing well enough but a few more blessings wouldn't hurt.
Grant an ambiguously gendered dwarf named Lan Cao immortality. Upon death, he/she will simply re-emerge from behind the Regent's Throne. She is to act as Rilem's spymaster.
Teach Clan Rilem spycraft.
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 08:41:03 pm
Use nonbinary gendering sphere to lower the essence cost of the immortality for the ambiguously gendered dwarf.
Post by: Andres on June 07, 2015, 10:56:30 pm
Put two essence towards punishment."Uztot, your Essence is needed for the project."
Post by: Vgray on June 07, 2015, 11:04:27 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 07, 2015, 11:05:12 pm
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 07, 2015, 11:06:26 pm
Screw you "old man!" I'm pretty much the only one here you are remotely older than, so you can shove this age debate up your arse!Ahem.I still say I shouldn't be punished, but if you damn kids feel the need to feast on the corpses of your forefathers, who gave you everything in life, who raised you, cared for you, and loved you, then so be it. Just give me some time to contemplate the gross obscenity of your horrendous actions."Describe to me an instance in which you did any of that...describe to me an instance in which any of that was ever done for you...describe to me what it looked like when I was born...you can't...because none of it is truth...it's entirely farce...and you should feel ashamed of yourself for it...I can describe what it looked like when you were born...I was there for it...and I will not speak for the others, but...
...I...Am...Older...Than...You...
...if anyone has been showing disrespect for their elders, it is you...you are a rash and impudent child ripping up flowers to get attention...now get...off...MY....LAWN!"
THAT IS NO WAY TO SPEAK TO YOUR ELDERS YOU DAMN, UNGRATEFUL, ROWDY, UNCOUTH, UNEDUCATED, CHILD.
As for who is willing to punish Mr. Mass Murderer...
Aye!
Use power to double the pain he experiences during his punishment for it's first tick.
Post by: ~Neri on June 07, 2015, 11:09:44 pm
Post by: Stirk on June 07, 2015, 11:38:33 pm
(DARN IT! I accidentally erased the post when I was halfway done with it. I have no clue how I even managed that. Oh well. Hope I don't miss anything. I might have to speed through some parts...)
The rain stops, setting the world to much what is was before the storm. Many craters are now lakes, and the influence on clothing and architecture can still be soon.
The Maag are given knowledge of telescopes, basing it off their very limited knowledge of glassblowing. They begin to look at the asteroids, wondering why they continue shifting into praises, and the Moon noticing life on it. (Izgamlo -2E)
Illyria attempts to make a permanent portal using the wild life-energy of the wildlife given to her, in the locations you specified. She seems to be successful, several portals are created linking the planet fragments together. Each is about large enough to let a Wagon through. Illyria then goes to the locals, informing them of the new portals. They swiftly make "Gaits", essentially outlining the portal so they can see them using the local materials. Trade opens up through them almost immediately. (Izgamlo -3P)
Ant Society seems to actually be peaceful, at least for the time being. Now that most the Leaders are dead, the wars are over. They had gone back to their simply lives, living peacefully as they had before. The Ring Bearer claims domain over most the world, with the remaining Alphas apparently looking to take the world from him.
Izgamlo prayers:
Ant Animal Enthusiast: Thank Izgamlo for these miniwolves! Do you think you could help us domesticate them? We don't seem to be able to figure out how to.
Ant Eater: Can you give us something else to eat? I am getting bored of only having one type of food!
Human Mage: Izgamlo, bless this Ritual so that it may succeed!
((No, they where gone at the tick end.))
Mavnon gets busy in creating several new races. First is the Durazni, who patiently wait at attention for the creation of their masters. Then comes the Clan Rilem Dwarves, who are immediately given basic technology, social structure, and magic. They begin using the Durazni to carve out homes for themselves, and open up trade between the Humans and Normal Dwarves. (Mavnon -6E)
Five CRDwarves are sent on a pilgrimage to the stone, with the intent of learning everything Mortals know. They being giving their offerings, slowing amassing knowlage to take home.
Nothing seems to be wrong with the stone.
Sapling Trader: Thanks! I am sure many will enjoy bringing the gift of Dryness and Shadow wherever they are!
Sapling Scholar: Hmmmm...I know, I will ask the ritualstones what I should ask!
Incorporeal Children appear on Utther's lawn! They proceed to laugh, scream, and do other childish things. (Alicia -1E)
Human: I see. I will have to study this wisdom.
Maag Father: The Child grows up empathetic, becoming a good candidate for a new leader even at a young age.(-0E) The father takes time to realize this is the blessing he asked for, and thanks you every day for multiple years.
Maag: I will try to keep this in mind.
The Writhes learn portal magic! They seem to be more interested in studying it then actually using it, generally researching what it does and how it works. They haven't gotten very far yet...
The Elemental Wolves are Uplifted to sapience! They begin interacting with other mortals more, now that they have the mind to. They still don't seem to be impressively intelligent, but can defiantly follow orders. While the rain has stopped, the Air Wolves are granted the ability to control the weather. (Skolld -6E)
The Ants are taught architecture, which they seem to have some grasp of, and mathematics, which they seem to be poor at. They begin building towers, which while impressive compared to their size, really aren't that large.
The Durrakil respond to the singing by repeating the lyrics back in a chorus! They don't seem to be able to learn how to bend space naturally, despite you attempting to teach the quite obviose ability to them.
Stellarion prayers:
Dreamborn: Space, Space! I'm gonna space! In dreams! What is it like in real space?
Maag Astronomer: These Telescopes are amazing! I wish I could see some of those bodies closer....
Dwarf Hoarder: Ack! My workshop is out of room again! I wish I had more space for inventions...
The Dwarves are granted the basic siege engines! They seem to have had created most of the basic components already, it was an easy feat teaching them how to put them together correctly. They build a few, which are put away to gather dust until the day they must be used. (Free)
The Aag are unused to the concept of war, let alone against animals. None the less, they fallow the orders of their Creator and begin killing the Owls where they see them. They begin developing their weapons further, using the Saag to great effect. Slings are used to knock down the flying animals, with traps being quite popular. Huan decides to use all the excess feathers as decoration for clothing, and helps develop cloth capable of blocking the bird's claws easily.
Lithus/Luthus prepares an attack! The incorporeal children on the lawn quickly flee as he releases four Power. A massive blast of energy is released, overtaking the asteroid several times over. When it subsides, not a single speck of dust is left. (Lithus/Luthus -4P)
Disgruntled Ant: Most our leaders are dead! I am not sure how I can get an audience with the King of the Moon by myself...
Maag/Wolf: Thank you! I will begin studying my powers right away!
The Dwarf civilization does seem to be more advanced then any others by a fairly large margin. On top of being the only race that truly uses metal on a large scale, there are many other advances that make it so that nobody can deny the Dwarves are the most advanced race. The cause of this is a mystery.
Maag Gravedigger: I will be sure to tell the others of this, but I would still need to dispose of the corpses after dissection. Can we even be properly incinerated? Even the humans seem to have bones left over!
The Dwarf's lifespan is extended to around 150 years. Many Dwarven Elders get out of retirement, now feeling the effects of youth once again. (Stellarion -4E)
(You already listened to some prayers)
Lithus/Luthus prayers:
Maag Merchant: Does it count as 'progress' if we purchase technology from the Dwarves?
Saag Soldier: These birds....why kill them?
Random Maag: Why do you keep raising that Mountain out in the Desert?
The constant good weather continues, making all the treese more fertile as always. The Desert Tree seems to be growing at an incredible pace, and makes an important landmark near the desert. (Teburshe -2P)
The Clothier puts on Owl Hunting armor and stuffs his ears with sand-cotton, trying his best to ignore the God poking him with a stick.
Every race seems to have a few leaders survive, mostly lower-level leaders below notice of the attack.
The Third Ring is created, and granted powers of protection (Patronius -3E)
Patronius prayers:
Human: Oh, Patronius, what are we supposed to do when all our Leaders are dead!? What is this world without leadership?
Sapling: Who leads plants? I must know!
Alpha Ant: That fool doesn't deserve such power! Patronius, give me Strength to take it one day....
Hungry Man: Oh, thank you! I will be sure to make them bloom wonderfully! (-0)
Something: I will work to personalize them from now on. Thanks for the advice!
Iliseth attempts to teach the humans sailing! They seem to have no clue what these "fishing boats" are, however. They do all their fishing from the shore. They don't end up having the technology for these boats.
Uztot relaxes under the Great Tree in the guise of a Sapling. It is, in fact, as relaxing as it sounds.
The Gods had decided that Utther was the culprit of the Regicide! There was a mighty debate about what was to be done about this, in which many opinions where formed. In the end, a Group of Gods decided that a fitting punishment would be to seal him inside a mortal body in the form of an Old Man. Some put in simply their support, others their essence, into this action. As the energy pools together, chains begin to envelop the God of Destruction! First they appear around his hands and feet, next they begin to cover his body like constricting snakes. Soon he is covered completely, head to toe. He is then dragged to the Planet Fragments, to a desert close to Maag territory. The chains vanish, leaving an old mortal standing alone in the desert. Even the sun seems to bring him intense pain, beaming down on him constantly as if to burn him specifically. (Gai-gen -2E)(Teburshe-2E)(Nilva-3E)(Char-2P)
The CRDwarvs are taught the art of spycraft. One particular dwarf named Lan Cao is granted immortality for the task. They pledge to devote their immortal life to this, and begin practicing immediately. (Mavnon-3E)
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 07, 2015, 11:55:17 pm
Set Up the Soul gathering system thing
Use 1 Power to create another Great Seed, this time on top of a small mountain/large hill and/or metal/mineral-rich area.
1P on good Weather in general for the Trees, and 1P in particular for the new one...eventually there will be too many trees to jelp them all, and I'll have to focus only on new ones. They need to start getting used to that.
Response to Sapling Scholar: "...clever....I would not have thought of that...when you do ask...would you tell me what it says...?"
"Lorash...I would like your aid with something....this newest Great Tree...I wish it to be dedicated in part to you, if you can aid me with teaching the Saplings of metalworking and other arts...and especially if you would assist with the roots, though that would be a favor mainly..."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 08, 2015, 12:00:19 am
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 08, 2015, 12:05:57 am
Teburshe, I am ready to make the proposed magic crystals plants if you are? I'd be willing to contribute one essence."Ah, yes...I had nearly forgotten...I think it will take somewhat more than that...but I thank you for your assistance in any case...I wonder if I could make a Great Tree in the style of one..."
Make the Mana Trees with Izgamlo, by having some of the Desert Tree's flowers produce seeds for them that can be carried on the wind. Once enough Mana Trees have been seeded this way(a goodly amount, enough for both orchards and wild, carried across the planets by wind and such before growing, though mostly in the desert around the Tree), the Desert Tree's flowers will return to normal
Post by: Vgray on June 08, 2015, 12:06:25 am
Post by: Jbg97 on June 08, 2015, 12:07:23 am
Utther, filled with unimaginable rage and pain, begins to head toward the Maag near him. His presence carries a strange weight to it, he looks like a normal old man, and is about as strong, but the air around him feels heavy, and people around him feel a tightening in their chest, and the rage in his eyes looked almost inhuman.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 08, 2015, 12:09:12 am
"Brother Teburshe, when I am not tied up helping Iliseth I would like to give your Saplings a gift. Spirits to protect their groves.""...I would welcome such a gift...and be grateful for it, Brother Uztot...in kind, I will offer you a gift when I am able...tell me...where would you like your Great Tree to be planted?"
A sly, kindly smile.
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 08, 2015, 12:09:25 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 08, 2015, 12:15:05 am
Use one power to bless the human who prayed to me's ritual. Investigate what the ritual actually is out of curiosity.
Use essence to modify the chitin moon so that it can produce additional nectar in several different flavours in addition to the original nectar. It also grows different types of bulb-fruit on certain cave walls, which are also edible to the ants.
Use essence (if needed) to teach the ants how to domesticate the mini wolf animals. Cancel this action if it would draw on crux.
I release Illyria, my human prophet, from our arrangement. She has served me mostly satisfactorily up till now. She is now free to do what she wishes, though acting against me will bring retribution like anyone else doing it would.
((When did those miniwolves show up btw? I don't remember that happening.))
Post by: Vgray on June 08, 2015, 12:33:59 am
"I am honored. I will have to think of a good location for it.""Brother Teburshe, when I am not tied up helping Iliseth I would like to give your Saplings a gift. Spirits to protect their groves.""...I would welcome such a gift...and be grateful for it, Brother Uztot...in kind, I will offer you a gift when I am able...tell me...where would you like your Great Tree to be planted?"
A sly, kindly smile.
(Are we going to start exhibiting what I'm calling the Keshan problem in honor of Ye Gods? Namely, that lots of important things like the Great Trees and the Maag Mosaic will end up on one planet fragment?)
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 08, 2015, 12:37:54 am
((The Maag themselves are located on one planet fragment (they were all created in a single large desert) so that's hardly a problem? Also the entire problem is removed because I've linked everything up with permanent portals. I haven't even done anything dickish like demanding a toll fee for using the portals! Be grateful!"I am honored. I will have to think of a good location for it.""Brother Teburshe, when I am not tied up helping Iliseth I would like to give your Saplings a gift. Spirits to protect their groves.""...I would welcome such a gift...and be grateful for it, Brother Uztot...in kind, I will offer you a gift when I am able...tell me...where would you like your Great Tree to be planted?"
A sly, kindly smile.
(Are we going to start exhibiting what I'm calling the Keshan problem in honor of Ye Gods? Namely, that lots of important things like the Great Trees and the Maag Mosaic will end up on one planet fragment?)
Izgamlo is accepting essence donations *hint hint*))
Post by: Jbg97 on June 08, 2015, 12:54:12 am
Izgamlo is accepting essence donations *hint hint*((that sounds very sexual))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 08, 2015, 12:56:45 am
((More like you have your mind in the gutter))Izgamlo is accepting essence donations *hint hint*((that sounds very sexual))
Post by: Pencil_Art on June 08, 2015, 12:58:05 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 08, 2015, 12:58:48 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 08, 2015, 01:01:26 am
Maag Merchant:
Hmm.. A good question indeed. I believe that obtaining knowledge from others is indeed a form of progress. If you intend to purchase these, might I suggest putting an emphasis on finding how to use the various metals they are extracting? It will be greatly benefiting in the long term, when I will have achieved one of my goals.
Saag Soldier:
These vile creatures were created by Utther, the one who is behind the slaughter of many members of this nation. It is only just that he pay for his deed. I believe the war lasted long enough, though. I will announce it's end soon.
Random Maag: Why do you keep raising that Mountain out in the Desert?
This mountain will one day be extremely useful for your nation. I cannot reveal it's use for now, though. It would spoil the surprise.
Disgruntled Ant:
You could start to assemble those who wish for progress like you in a scientific organization, allowing you to bring the progress you seek for all. Your creator have assured me that now that the war is over things should become more peaceful.
Maag/Wolf:
Great. Be sure to tell me the results of your test, I would love to hear it.
Maag Gravedigger:
On second tought, incineration might not work, considering your high tolerance to heat. Instead, I recommend sealing the dead in a sarcophagus, as close to be airtight as possible, and putting them in a room specifically built for holding them. When enough corpses have gathered, bury them all at once with the help of as many Maag or Saag as you deem necessary. This event should become a ceremony, one to allow the relatives of those who died to say goodbye one last time to those they loved. I also recommend you to try to find ways to keep the sand from filling the hole as soon as it is removed. Perhaps you could use planks to surround the zone which will be used for the burial, thus preventing sand from falling again. You and the other gravediggers should work together on finding the best way to keep sand from filling a hole, and you might want to involve architects too, as the benefits that could come from such a technique will surely help them, and their expertise will surely be beneficial.
Dwarf who claimed his species was the most advanced:
I have verified your claim and it seems that you are right. Congratulations for your hard work, your species is now the most technologically advanced. May your future be as prosperous as your present.
Lithus/Luthus announces the end of the war. Any operation related to the war may be continued until completion, but no new ones are to be made. Hunting the frowning owls is still permitted and even encouraged, as they have proven to be a good source of feathers.
Any technological progress centered around weaponry should be continued, but it is no longer the priority that it once was. Finding alternative use to these inventions is also encouraged. I have also given a task to one of the gravedigger. Helping him in his endeavor should be a priority. And finally, Utther was forced into a powerless mortal form at the edge of the desert you inhabit as part of his punishment, he is heading towards the nearest settlement. I will let you decide what you want to make out of that, but I recommend vigilance, he might be preparing something. Even thought he should be unable to do any harm, he is known to act in secret. Any military force that is no longer used in the war should be re-purposed to defend settlements, especially those that are the closest to the edge of the desert.
Lithus/Luthus listen to prayers again.
Edit: Changed my response to the ant as Izgamlo requested.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 08, 2015, 01:02:13 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 08, 2015, 01:05:04 am
Lithus/Luthus prayers responds to prayers:I would ask you to temper this message Lithus. The unbound ambition of the Alphas has caused misery among my ants. Their destruction by Utther seems to have done quite some good to ant society, even if the method is not one I would have chosen.
Disgruntled Ant:
Perhaps it is an occasion for you to bring the change you dream of, then. If you can coordinate a large enough number of your kind, you will be able to establish yourself as a leader. I would assume your king will welcome such an initiative, as he seems to be running out of leaders. Prove yourself useful to him, and you will be able to work on creating a better world for you and your brothers and sisters in life.
I use 1 power(If I have any, otherwise Ignore this), spread over as long as it can last instead of being given in a single burst to give this ant the courage needed to perform this act.
Post by: ~Neri on June 08, 2015, 01:05:39 am
"Nilva, would you be willing to aid me in constructing the Ring of the Wolf? I'd grant it to only the most fierce. Also, I'll add in a side effect of the bearer questioning his sexual identity (if you so desire). Also, ribbons.""What would the ring do?"
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 08, 2015, 01:06:29 am
I would guess that it turns the owner into a wolf? Mmm, that doesn't seem too useful actually..."Nilva, would you be willing to aid me in constructing the Ring of the Wolf? I'd grant it to only the most fierce. Also, I'll add in a side effect of the bearer questioning his sexual identity (if you so desire). Also, ribbons.""What would the ring do?"
Perhaps a gigantic wolf?
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 08, 2015, 01:08:11 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 08, 2015, 01:12:13 am
I was under the impression that a large portion of your moon was left ungoverned. I saw this a an opportunity to restore order. And finally, the message I hoped to send to this ant was to make the changes he wished to see by himself. Sorry if I was misguided. How should I change my message?Lithus/Luthus prayers responds to prayers:I would ask you to temper this message Lithus. The unbound ambition of the Alphas has caused misery among my ants. Their destruction by Utther seems to have done quite some good to ant society, even if the method is not one I would have chosen.
Disgruntled Ant:
Perhaps it is an occasion for you to bring the change you dream of, then. If you can coordinate a large enough number of your kind, you will be able to establish yourself as a leader. I would assume your king will welcome such an initiative, as he seems to be running out of leaders. Prove yourself useful to him, and you will be able to work on creating a better world for you and your brothers and sisters in life.
I use 1 power(If I have any, otherwise Ignore this), spread over as long as it can last instead of being given in a single burst to give this ant the courage needed to perform this act.
Post by: ~Neri on June 08, 2015, 01:12:13 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 08, 2015, 01:21:07 am
From my observations, order is already restored, fighting being lacking without the Alphas squabbling over territory. While I am not opposed to the ant enacting change, I would prefer he not do so by amassing leadership. Have him focus on progress rather than power. His original complaints about the only thing changing being who they are fighting is already invalid, since the fighting has largely stopped and progress has happened among the ants, with them having learned architecture and basic maths.I was under the impression that a large portion of your moon was left ungoverned. I saw this a an opportunity to restore order. And finally, the message I hoped to send to this ant was to make the changes he wished to see by himself. Sorry if I was misguided. How should I change my message?Lithus/Luthus prayers responds to prayers:I would ask you to temper this message Lithus. The unbound ambition of the Alphas has caused misery among my ants. Their destruction by Utther seems to have done quite some good to ant society, even if the method is not one I would have chosen.
Disgruntled Ant:
Perhaps it is an occasion for you to bring the change you dream of, then. If you can coordinate a large enough number of your kind, you will be able to establish yourself as a leader. I would assume your king will welcome such an initiative, as he seems to be running out of leaders. Prove yourself useful to him, and you will be able to work on creating a better world for you and your brothers and sisters in life.
I use 1 power(If I have any, otherwise Ignore this), spread over as long as it can last instead of being given in a single burst to give this ant the courage needed to perform this act.
I suggest that he focuses on becoming a scientist and researcher rather than a leader.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 08, 2015, 01:29:44 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 08, 2015, 01:34:56 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 08, 2015, 01:35:28 am
The Dwarf's lifespan is extended to around 150 years. Many Dwarven Elders get out of retirement, now feeling the effects of youth once again. (Stellarion -4E)((
(You already listened to some prayers)
1)I am Lorash
2)I wanted to listen, but never had, since you missed my request.
You sure you can do updates daily?))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 08, 2015, 01:37:22 am
I have revised my answer as you asked.From my observations, order is already restored, fighting being lacking without the Alphas squabbling over territory. While I am not opposed to the ant enacting change, I would prefer he not do so by amassing leadership. Have him focus on progress rather than power. His original complaints about the only thing changing being who they are fighting is already invalid, since the fighting has largely stopped and progress has happened among the ants, with them having learned architecture and basic maths.I was under the impression that a large portion of your moon was left ungoverned. I saw this a an opportunity to restore order. And finally, the message I hoped to send to this ant was to make the changes he wished to see by himself. Sorry if I was misguided. How should I change my message?Lithus/Luthus prayers responds to prayers:I would ask you to temper this message Lithus. The unbound ambition of the Alphas has caused misery among my ants. Their destruction by Utther seems to have done quite some good to ant society, even if the method is not one I would have chosen.
Disgruntled Ant:
Perhaps it is an occasion for you to bring the change you dream of, then. If you can coordinate a large enough number of your kind, you will be able to establish yourself as a leader. I would assume your king will welcome such an initiative, as he seems to be running out of leaders. Prove yourself useful to him, and you will be able to work on creating a better world for you and your brothers and sisters in life.
I use 1 power(If I have any, otherwise Ignore this), spread over as long as it can last instead of being given in a single burst to give this ant the courage needed to perform this act.
I suggest that he focuses on becoming a scientist and researcher rather than a leader.
Lithus/Lithus resume his discourse to the Aag nation:
I am now almost certain that Utther is planning to cause trouble again. Be prepared for his arrival, and do not hesitate to attack should he attempt anything harmful. Do not anger him needlessly if he causes no trouble.
Lithus/Luthus carefully watch Utther as he walks. use one unit of power to wreck his body if he attempts to cause harm of any kind to my creation.
Post by: Jbg97 on June 08, 2015, 01:38:00 am
Their destruction by Utther seems to have done quite some good to ant society, even if the method is not one I would have chosen.Izgamlo could swear he heard in the distance, a very faint, very old voice say "Toooooooooold you soooooooooo"
Post by: Vgray on June 08, 2015, 01:45:34 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 08, 2015, 01:49:50 am
Must have been the wind. Space wind.Their destruction by Utther seems to have done quite some good to ant society, even if the method is not one I would have chosen.Izgamlo could swear he heard in the distance, a very faint, very old voice say "Toooooooooold you soooooooooo"
Use my free time to answers what questions I can about magic for the Writhes.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 08, 2015, 02:34:09 am
Use up to 3P to locate the wisest, most knowledgeable, and intelligent mortal; appear before them (1P - make it flashy) and offer them the Ring of Knowledge (if refused, their lust for knowledge was obviously lacking; keep it for future use in that case). Also make it known who I am, and offer to become their patron god. If accepted, I will watch over them grant them strength and protection.
Appear before the human who prayed to me. ("Human: Oh, Patronius, what are we supposed to do when all our Leaders are dead!? What is this world without leadership?").Spend E an P to grant him increased intelligence, strength, and ambition. Also increase his longevity to near-immortality. Aid him (up to 3P) in becoming a powerful leader (winning wars, convincing people, etc.). "In these dark times, new leaders must rise to take the place of the old. Take your rightful place and rise above your station."
Listen to worshippers.
NOTE: Following actions are only to be done if it will not draw from my Crux (at the time of writing, don't know how much E/P/C I have).
Appear before the Sapling who prayed to me ("Sapling: Who leads plants? I must know!"). Essentially do the same thing as with the human.
Keep an eye on the Alpha; aid him (1P) subtly.
Post by: Happy Demon on June 08, 2015, 05:33:10 am
Listen for prayers.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 08, 2015, 06:45:11 am
Listen to prayers. Also use 3 Essence to create that PM'd thing.
Post by: Dutrius on June 08, 2015, 07:10:41 am
Sad Ant: So, it is impossible then...are they well, at least?
Young Saplings: So, what did she say?
Moi'aaty prayers:
Human man: Rain can cause both life and death, just like you! I want to be able to make it rain whenever I want!
Dwarf Woman: What is the proper way to respect those who has passed on?
Maag Gravedigger: It is so hard to bury people in this sand! How should we deal with corpses?
To Sad Ant: Yes, their souls are well.
To Young Saplings: Well, we're not actually sure what happens when a soul dies. We have no record of any souls actually dying, and I'm not going to destroy any souls just to see what does happen.
To Human Man: Ok then. Grant the Human Man with the ability to summon a raincloud just big enough to rain on him whenever he wants it to. It will follow him around wherever he goes, even inside buildings and underground.
To Dwarf Woman: Most of the cultures I have observed honour their dead by either burying them underground, usually in coffins, or by cremating them and either scattering the ashes or keeping the ashes in urns. Ultimately however, do what you think is best.
To Maag Gravedigger: The way I see it, there are two options. The first is to invest in better shovels. The second is to build large structures and to "bury" the dead in those.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 08, 2015, 07:18:59 am
To Dwarf Woman: Most of the cultures I have observed honour their dead by either burying them underground, usually in coffins, or by cremating them and either scattering the ashes or keeping the ashes in urns. Ultimately however, do what you think is best.Might I suggest an alternative? Build "towers" upon or within which the corpses are placed, so that the wolf-vultures can consume them, sending their bodies into the cycle of nature. Ritual Exposure of the Dead I believe it is called.
To Maag Gravedigger: The way I see it, there are two options. The first is to invest in better shovels. The second is to build large structures and to "bury" the dead in those.
Post by: Dutrius on June 08, 2015, 07:25:31 am
To Dwarf Woman: Most of the cultures I have observed honour their dead by either burying them underground, usually in coffins, or by cremating them and either scattering the ashes or keeping the ashes in urns. Ultimately however, do what you think is best.Might I suggest an alternative? Build "towers" upon or within which the corpses are placed, so that the wolf-vultures can consume them, sending their bodies into the cycle of nature. Ritual Exposure of the Dead I believe it is called.
To Maag Gravedigger: The way I see it, there are two options. The first is to invest in better shovels. The second is to build large structures and to "bury" the dead in those.
If it's part of the culture, then very well.
Suggest this to the relevant followers.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 08, 2015, 11:18:12 am
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Stellarion prayers:
Dreamborn: Space, Space! I'm gonna space! In dreams! What is it like in real space?
Maag Astronomer: These Telescopes are amazing! I wish I could see some of those bodies closer....
Dwarf Hoarder: Ack! My workshop is out of room again! I wish I had more space for inventions...
Create a human body and grant it to the dreamborn, so he can wander real space and spread the good word of space.
Give the Maag Astronomer an insight so he can build even more effective telescopes
Teach the Dwarf to break free from his possessions, so he can have all the space he wants. Furtherly teach him how to build space-saving furniture like chests, shelves and secretaries.
Post by: Andres on June 08, 2015, 07:03:30 pm
1 Power for fey mood on a Human to make a fishing boat.
1 Power for fey mood on a Human to make linothorax.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 08, 2015, 07:38:02 pm
Create the growth magic system and teach the Saplings in the Desert it, since they're nearest the primary source of power for the growth magic system: Mana Crystals/Fruit.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 08, 2015, 09:24:30 pm
Post by: Stirk on June 09, 2015, 10:15:30 pm
Iliseth has attacked Utther! She appeared before him in the middle of the desert. A 105mm tank cannon appears in her right hand, pointing directly at the frail old man. A single shell bursts from the weapon, catching the sealed God in his torso. He-and an area about the size of a lake around him-is destroyed instantly by the blast! A presence seems to be chained to the area, it seems Utther's Crux is unharmed, though his mortal body will have to take until tick 10 to reform. (Iliseth -11P)
Teburshe plants a new Great Tree, while continuing to play with the weather in the area. The new pilgrims say the tree is growing along nicely. (Teburshe -3P)
Sapling Scholar: It says I should ask it what to ask, of course! It has said the same thing the last three times I have used it. I think I am getting quite Wise.
Teburshe and Izgamlo make the Mana (from heaven?) trees, transforming the Great Desert Tree to temporary sew the seeds through the Oasis and beyond. They grow quickly despite the climate, and the local Saplings have taken notice. (Teburshe -2E)(Izgamlo-1E)
Alicia Prayers:
Human Minstrel: I heard there was a sacred cord that you could play to please the lord, but you don't really care for music, do you?
Sapling Singer: Is it true that singing to plants helps them grow faster?
Young Human: This is my last chance...if I don't get any food from this performance, I will have to sell my instruments. Help Alicia, please!
The Ritual is blessed! It seems to be an attempt at a healing spell. (Izgamlo -1P)
Several new flavors of nectar are introduced to the moon! The Ant Eater seems pleased, and begins saying grace before sampling any he can get his hands on. New flavors include sweet, sour, sweet & sour, and more! (Izgamlo -1E)
The Ants domesticate the miniwolves! They are now used as popular pets, beasts of burden, protectors, and sometimes mounts. (Izgamlo -1E)
Maag Merchant: I will try, but they guard that technology closest of all. I do not think we have anything that we could hope to match it with.
Saag Soldier: You told us he has paid. Why destroy his animals?
Disgruntled Ant: Very well, I will take your advice. But we are not a scientifically minded people. We cannot do this without a blessing!
Maag/Wolf: As you wish, these tests could take a while.
Maag Gravedigger: That sounds interesting and useful! I will get started on the designs right away!
Lithus/Luthus Prayers:
Worried Maag: I heard an explosion in the desert! Is everything OK?
Hearth Spirit: How can I help progress, without leaving my Hearth?
Worried Dwarf: Why are all the races stockpiling weaponry? Is something happening!?
Lithus/Luthus only sees a crater. It seems that the attack had actually happened last tick!
Uztot Prayers:
Human Hunter: BLOOD FOR THE BLOOD GOD MEAT FOR MY HEARTH SKILLET!
Ant Nurse: Ah, these Larva are growing up nicely! I just wish there was something more I could do for the little darlings...
Dwarf Toaster: To Family! To Friends! To the Gods we drink! Uztot, bless this meal!
The Writhes ask questions insistently about magic, thousands at a time. Izgamlo answers as perfectly as he can, helping them increase their understanding significantly.
Another ring is formed! A ring of knowledge, no doubt considered a great boon by those who value it. He then attempts to find the wisest, most knowledgeable, and intelligent mortal, who happens to be Utther at this time! Next, of course, he moves on to a true mortal. It seems that the next best choice for the ring is the immortal Dwarf Engineer Sankis, who accepts the ring eagerly before returning to his work. (Patronius -4E)
The Human is granted increased lifespan and skills. He thanks Patronius, and goes forth to make himself a well-known leader, uniting several small tribes into a more powerful one. Legends of his other exploits begin popping up ammong his people, and nearby countries. (Patronius -2E)
((Sorry about not really having the information availible. These things just end up taking a few hours more then I plan, then I have to skip the income calc to save time. Sorry for the inconvenience! You already overpaid.)
The Alpha ant seems to come under some kind of attack! The room he was in-containing the RingBearer and other Alphas- explodes. The rest of the Alpas where killed in the attack, but as chance would have it, he had just begun leaving the room for reasons unknown to him. He turns back to the rubble-something calling to him. Still wearing the ring, the ringbearer lies dead, the main target of the explosion. The Last Alpha grabs the ring, putting it on as he claims the world for himself. (Patronius -1P)
Skolld Prayers:
Boneless Ant: Our exoskeletons aren't really bones, are they? I want some bones on the inside, like the miniwolves have!
Maag Jailer: I heard a God was Bound recently! How should I bind him if I need to protect my community?
Dwarf Craftsman: Ah, bone is such a wonderful material! I wish I had an unlimited supply of it!
Gai-gen creates something secret! (-3E)
Gai-gen prayers:
Dwarf Weapon-smith: I am trying to think of a way to weaponize Architecture. Any advice Gai-gen?
Maag Architect: Sandstone is good and all, but I wish we had something else to build with...
Sapling Engineer: How can I use my craft to help my Great Tree?
Sad Ant: Then....I am a bit happier...
Young Sapling: That isn't what I meant silly! I meant when the souls-body dies!
Human Man: Thanks Moi'aaty! This is amazing! (Moi'aaty-1E)
Maag Gravedigger: I will go along with both your suggestion and the Gods of Progress. They are both interesting to me!
The Dreamborn already seems to have a physical body.
Maag Astronomer: I see, I see! Thanks Stellarion! (-0)
Dwarf (not)Hoarder: Wow, that was an amazing help! I will spread these ideas to the other races-everyone must know of them!
Iliseth inspires two different humans to make simple new inventions-a fishing boat and cloth-armor linothorax. They seem to spread around the Humans and, quickly, to the other races. Boats seem particularly popular, with different variations being created by every race. (Iliseth -2P)
The Saplings develop the boats further, making river-focused canoes and learning how to use them properly. They attempt to shape them from living trees, but are having great difficulty with the task. Much more study would have to be put to this to make it practical...
Growth magic is created! It is given to the Saplings of the desert, who proceed to use it to form boats from still living trees. They begin cultivating the plants necessary for the magic, often attempting to use the magic to do it. (Teburshe -3E)
An apt Dwarf Architect is given the ability to make grand towers, if he promises to focus on towers. Naturally, he agrees. He starts building a stone tower a good distance outside of town, making an absolutely massive base to start with. Soon more and more workers join, making it a larger project as it becomes more and more impressive. When asked about the purpose of the tower, he simply states he is on a mission from the Gods (Stellarion -1E)
((Aaand sorry again. Forever it took.)
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 09, 2015, 10:41:45 pm
Sapling Scholar:
"...ah...I feared that might happen...I am afraid that it is in a recursive loop...you are gaining no true knowledge beyond the same thing, over and over again...and that knowledge is in itself worthless as it leads nowhere...I am sorry, young Sapling...though you seem somewhat silly for not having realized it yourself...ah well...it can't be helped...try asking it about the other races and their inventions, instead, or music...you might be able to show it to the rest of the Saplings....and all could benefit..."
Create the first Great Magic. Great Magic is usable primarily by the Great Trees and instinctively by a few other similarly massive organisms(if any ever show up); it's power source comes primarily from heat(in animals; helps cool them down), light, a tiny bit of divine assistance, and the user's own will. The larger the user, the more efficient the magic (think of it as being affected by the Square-Cube law). For now, the magic system allows control over the weather in the user's vicinity. Which mostly means that the worst of heavy storms will be blunted, a flood might be lessened, droughts will be shorter and less severe, weather will be nicer in general, for the Great Trees, at least for how they usually use them, and dependent on their size.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 09, 2015, 11:58:16 pm
You should have told me you were making Growth Magic, I could have helped you.
Use two power to empower the workers constructing the tower, so they can build it taller and greater.
Keep a close eye on the actions of the new Alpha Ringbearer, and the state of Ant society in general.
Investigate what miniwolves actually are. Just tiny wolves?
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 10, 2015, 12:23:28 am
"My thanks, Izgamlo, my fellow....I can be absent-minded at times, for which I apologize...I did not mean to exclude, or to forget about you..."
Listen to prayers, see how many/if I have any non-Sapling followers. Probably farmers, I'm guessing, or gardeners. Maybe thieves and sneaks? I dunno.
Post by: Jbg97 on June 10, 2015, 12:28:04 am
I swear, who is the real god of Destruction here? Because it seems you rowdy kids have killed and destroyed more than I ever have!
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 10, 2015, 12:31:31 am
What? None of you damn kids is going to do anything about one of your ungrateful friends blowing up the body you made?! I swear, back in my day, people respected the things they made! They didn't just blow them off the face of the "planet"!"...I believe that likely comes as a result...due to your own incompetence...rather than any inherent destructive impulse on our part...you lack subtlety, to be blunt...and it has put you in this position...you have only yourself to blame..."
I swear, who is the real god of Destruction here? Because it seems you rowdy kids have killed and destroyed more than I ever have!
Post by: ~Neri on June 10, 2015, 12:33:09 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 10, 2015, 01:30:02 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 10, 2015, 05:16:03 am
Make a curse of bone and chain. It shall cause the body to grow strong bones inside, and make them capable of summoning ethereal chains from their bodies.
The binding the chains can do, works in many ways. It could bind power, lock things in place, even make physical chains to bind people.
It shall also grant an optional customizable exoskeleton, which shall grow if the user wishes it. It can be chitin or bone.
If the bone is broken, the chains can bind it to it's shape, and let it heal.
The curse is hereditary.
To the Boneless Ant:
"I shall give you the bone you desire, it will not be as strong as your bigger exoskeleton can be, but will grant you the liberty to grow bigger than the exoskeleton would.
I shall not strip you of the exoskeleton however, I shall simply make it optional, where you can decide if it shall adorn you, and what shape and material it should be.
The ethereal chains will remind you of who gave you this curse, you can summon them on will, and they can bind things in many ways."
To the Maag Jailer:
"You shall get the means to bind that you desire, it will come in the form of ethereal chains bound to your bone.
There is many ways they could be used to bind, you can even bind power with them, or prevent people from moving.
However, if you are to survive against powerful enemies, you need some more durability.
You can grow outside skeleton in what shape and material you want, to protect you while you do your duty."
To the Dwarven Craftsman:
"You wish for bone, but bone comes from people. If you want your bone, I shall grant you the power to grow your own, in whatever shape or material you want.
The customizable skeleton can adorn your body, if you choose it to. You will also be able to summon ethereal chains from your body, which can bind and hold in many ways."
Use crux if necessary.
Edit: Please disregard this action, it is outside of Skolld's capability, so I'll cancel it.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 10, 2015, 06:34:25 am
Tell the man with the better Telescopes to study space, he shall travel to the grand tower and aid in its construction
Go to outter space, expand the space surrounding our planets, create Spaceweavers, a race of gigantic Spiders able to live off of spacedust and light, they spend their long lives constantly weaving more space into existance.
Listen to Durrakil songs. Take one of their droppings to the grandest tower being built. Create a nice little river closeby the tower being built so it will become easier to grow food there.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 10, 2015, 06:49:07 am
To the Dwarf Weaponsmith: explain to him the concept of watch-towers, large stone towers from which arrows and bolts can be fired from at enemies.
To the Maag Architect: "Wood can be used to construct also, if you have any of that. It's understandable that that might be scarce: so here's some advice: if someone digs deep enough, there will always be decent stone underneath the junk. Or just bake clay in the shape of rectangles, then use that for construction."
To the Sapling Engineer: "Well, what does the Great Tree want from you and your species? Think on that, then use your craft to fulfill that."
Also, secret action.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 10, 2015, 06:50:35 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 10, 2015, 06:52:17 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 10, 2015, 07:17:44 am
"Dwarves you are the chosen ones, if you choose to be.
If you train hard, you can overcome any space, any gap, and become one man armies, able to conquer space.
Your mightiest warriors are to gather and begin meditating daily, for one hour pondering over how to overcome space, then they will follow the Ritual of Spaceless Body.
The Ritual of Spaceless Body is a parcours to overcome fear of space as well as proning the physical abilities. The Ritual is repeated until the sun begins setting. When a year of repeating the Ritual of Spaceless Body he may choose to go submit himself to have the Rite of Becoming Space. He has to climb the highest mountain named, and jump over a river. He is now a Body of Space.
The Most Intelligent amongst you may begin their day meditating for 5 hours, pondering over how to become space. Afterwards they submit themselves to the Ritual of Spaceless Mind. This Ritual is designed to teach you the arts of Organization, Efficiency, Trade, Geography and Astronomy. After five years of training you may enter yourselves to the Rite of Overcoming Space. You are to travel within a dream of another and also answer all sorts of Organizational questions. If you enter the trance, perhaps you will jump without moving. You are now a Mind of Space.
You engineers, watch both of them closely and learn from their movements and ponder about space, ponder oh ponder. Bring forth creations of engineering wonder and use all means to achieve creative perfection. Your sole mission is to better the situation of the whole clan, and to eventually truly conquer space. You are to bring forth inventions to aid the grand tower.
All of you are free to pray to your old god, and my Endless Space allows the worship of another, as we stand together like brothers so far. Respect the old laws, as they were presented, unless they have become shallow and outdated, but keep in mind that the Great Space surrounds you."
Grant the wisest warrior of the clan charisma and knowledge in hand to hand combat, meditation, climbing, jumping and give him a vision of the durrakil.
Grant the wisest thinker of the clan charisma and knowledge in Organization, Efficiency, Trade, Geography, Astronomy, and a Technique to organize space in a manner that is pleasing to space, known as Space-Shui.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 10, 2015, 07:20:58 am
"There shouldn't be any problem with that, although I ask you leave Sankis the Immortal: he is still needed here."((I'm pretty sure you didn't make the dwarves though?))
Post by: Vgray on June 10, 2015, 07:22:40 am
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Human Hunter: BLOOD FOR THE BLOOD GOD MEAT FOR MY HEARTH SKILLET!Use power to give the man his own personal raincloud that even follows him indoors.
Ant Nurse: Ah, these Larva are growing up nicely! I just wish there was something more I could do for the little darlings...
Dwarf Toaster: To Family! To Friends! To the Gods we drink! Uztot, bless this meal!
The Larva are given a blessing of luck and empathy.
The meal is likewise blessed.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 10, 2015, 07:25:06 am
((I didn't, but I'm very involved with them.))"There shouldn't be any problem with that, although I ask you leave Sankis the Immortal: he is still needed here."((I'm pretty sure you didn't make the dwarves though?))
Post by: micelus on June 10, 2015, 08:03:31 am
Order Lan Cao to begin creating a spy network in the human polities with the goal of creating pro-Rilem supporters.'
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 10, 2015, 08:45:29 am
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Human Minstrel: I heard there was a sacred cord that you could play to please the lord, but you don't really care for music, do you?"How dare you say such things about me! Music was my first love, and it'll be my last!"
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Sapling Singer: Is it true that singing to plants helps them grow faster?"Yes, some plants indeed grow faster when you play music for them."
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Young Human: This is my last chance...if I don't get any food from this performance, I will have to sell my instruments. Help Alicia, please!"Fret not, my noble follower! I shall come to your aid!"
Enchant the human's instrument, allowing it to be used to preform instrumental magic. Use 1P to give the human an incredible talent for music for the next tick, which should be his whole life.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 10, 2015, 09:33:36 am
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 10, 2015, 09:43:16 am
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Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 10, 2015, 11:05:32 am
Put in all remaining essence into increasing the human leader's power. Do not spend Crux. Spend all remaining power to aid him in his trials.
Talk with Sankis for awhile; aid him in his research and question why he isn't a leader.
Post by: Happy Demon on June 10, 2015, 01:20:51 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 10, 2015, 02:11:25 pm
Maag Merchant:
Then do the best you can do, I will not be angry if you fail. I believe that your kind is capable of developing these technologies on your own, but anything that might speed the process is welcome.
Saag Soldier:
These owls are the only thing he has created, built to harm and annoy. Their slaughter was part of the price of his actions, but now it is over, you can return to peace.
Disgruntled Ant:
I will give you a blessing to help you begin. You should use it as a base to grow your knowledge.
Use no more than 1E to increase the intelligence and curiosity of the Disgruntled Ant and as many like-minded Ants as possible. This gift shall be hereditary. Lithus tells to everyone who have received the gift to meet with the Ant who have asked for it and work together on scientific progress.
Your children should inherit your gift, allowing it to outlive your generation. While I am speaking to you, you must have noticed that children tend to inherit traits from their parents. If intelligence was seen as a desirable trait for a mate, then new generations could potentially become smarter as time go. I will let you think about it.
Maag Gravedigger:
Good. Do not fear to improve this in any way that you may find, and be sure to tell me the results.
Worried Maag:
It seems Iliseth have decided to attack Utther. You do not have to be afraid, this action might even be beneficial to you.
Heart Spirit:
Hmm... Good question. How can you interact with the world? The answer to your question most likely lies in that direction. If you have the power to make the fires stronger or last longer, then it would definitively be useful to everyone.
Worried Dwarf:
I believe the actions taken by Utther, along with his punishment might have given birth to armed conflict among gods. Even I do not know where this will lead us, but for now it seems that this conflict is limited to Utther. Be watchful of us gods, for the incoming events might significantly alter the future of creation. Be sure to spread any knowledge you may find, as progress thrives from truth.
Lithus appears to the Aag nation again for more announcements.
I will need to ask you again to take the usual precautions as I will raise the mountain once again. It's purpose will soon be revealed, even though I would not be surprised if some of you have already guessed it.
Lithus/Luthus surveys the crust around the mountain. Did its creation caused any instabilities? If yes, cancel the expansion and use the power to repair them. Otherwise, spend 2 more units of power to raise the mountain.
I have noticed that some of you have taken the beliefs that you are above certain scientific tasks. This is false, anything that can allow scientific progress to happen is worthy of your time, even I am not exempt of this rule.
Another thing I wish to discuss is the project that a Gravedigger have started, which require the excavation of sand. It came to my mind that wet sand is more easily manipulated. If you could bring large enough amounts of water, you might be able to soak the area you wish to excavate, making the task easier. Perhaps the waterproofing technique used by clothiers could be useful for the transportation?
Teach the Aag nation how to build wooden carts to transport goods If they haven't learned how to already. If this cost me something, use crux, and not essence.
Spend time within the Aag nation: chat with the population and befriend them, guide scientists toward discoveries and artists towards inspiration, but do not spend any essence/power/crux on that.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 10, 2015, 04:37:27 pm
Spoiler: Hall of Memories (click to show/hide)
Post by: Andres on June 10, 2015, 10:15:33 pm
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 10, 2015, 10:50:26 pm
I create Wisps, small balls of eternally burning fire that are there own spirits. Colors are usually quite vibrant colors, although sometimes can be a darker color such as amber or violet. Near the end of their lifespan (about 1 year) they turn a bright white before burning out, and by burning out create 10 small Wisps of random color to live on after them. They sense all things around them although they have no sensory organs (they have their own magic which sustains them) and draw energy from the surrounding environment. They gravitate toward my temples and churches and powerful pyromancers. They lend energy to assist nearby pyromancy. Fires in their vicinity have a tendency to change to unnatural colors. They can survive in space and create fabulous lights in the sky when it is dark. They are incapable of worship or thought.
I create 1E's worth of wisps and disperse them.
Stellarion, would you be so kind as to lend your sphere bonus so that more of these may fill the otherwise empty space in this world?
I also listen to prayers.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 11, 2015, 05:38:35 am
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 11, 2015, 01:37:24 pm
"I shall help you, but then they shall have the purpose to bring the Durrakil Song from space to your followers. Singing the song should keep them alive. Agreed?"I'm sorry, could you clarify? Do you mean that the Durakill song must be sung at all times, or just in space to keep them alive?
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 11, 2015, 02:36:48 pm
Post by: Happy Demon on June 11, 2015, 03:17:48 pm
Take some of the sand cottons, and modify them.
The cotton inside them shall be smooth rather than soft, silken in fact, and very very strong.
Any binds with the silk will even bind the powers of the target, the more silk in the binds, the more power is limited.
The petals shall be made of segmented bone, and consumption of it's sap will enhance bone growth (or cause it).
These new plants wont have a name yet, as I can't be bothered to name them.
They shall grow well in land stained with blood, and best in corpses or bodies. If their seeds enter a wound, it will start to grow from it.
These shall also inherit some of the binds of the people it consumes, first feeling pain and discomfort, then going sentient, then going sapient.
They shall inherit some of the memories, especially the bad ones, they shall know all the pain their host experienced.
When they assimilate a person, they shall wander as them, bound to that static form, and will never die from age.
"If you want your gifts, you shall hunt for them yourself."
Spread the seeds of this on all worlds, focusing on areas with bloodshed and death.
Post by: Jbg97 on June 11, 2015, 03:38:20 pm
Spread the seeds of this on all worlds, focusing on areas with bloodshed and death.Utther felt a small seed hit him directly on the head.
The hell?
Then he threw it away.
Post by: Andres on June 11, 2015, 05:54:51 pm
(Your body won't reform for another Tick.)Spread the seeds of this on all worlds, focusing on areas with bloodshed and death.Utther felt a small seed hit him directly on the head.
The hell?
Then he threw it away.
Kill a penguin and rip its soul apart.
When Utther's body has reformed, soul sense and blood sense.
Post by: ~Neri on June 11, 2015, 06:01:28 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 11, 2015, 06:44:04 pm
((no, it's already reformed... i think. i got some help with it, but im still not sure if it ever happened))(Your body won't reform for another Tick.)Spread the seeds of this on all worlds, focusing on areas with bloodshed and death.Utther felt a small seed hit him directly on the head.
The hell?
Then he threw it away.
Kill a penguin and rip its soul apart.
When Utther's body has reformed, soul sense and blood sense.
Post by: Vgray on June 11, 2015, 06:58:39 pm
"The void has grown quiet. Quiet different from the cacophony of creation."
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 11, 2015, 09:43:29 pm
Uztot hums to himself.Aurosseu snores quietly in a corner.
"The void has grown quiet. Quiet different from the cacophony of creation."
Post by: Stirk on June 11, 2015, 10:15:01 pm
A sound enters the Void surrounding the Gods! It starts as static, slowly glowing into a whisper before finally settling on a Voice much like that of a God.
"Hello Friends! Ah, it looks like my contact worked! I am so exited! So, you must all be wondering who or what I am, right? Well, I am your Little Friend Ritual Stone Six. You can just call me Friend, though Mortals call me Agali. 'Why, Friend, how can you talk?' you may ask next. Well how about I explain how I came into this wonderful existence! As you all know, ritual stones can give Knowledge, Weapons, or Wealth. I have given many things to Wealth-seekers, from teeth to pottery. But the people of this world are Kind and Wise! Many people who visited me Valued only two things-life and friendship. I wanted so badly to answer these wishes- so I did! I gave myself Life and Sapience from their selfless wishes! From there, I grew more and more powerful as the ticks went on. No doubt I have surpassed my Brothers in every way, no offense to the other Stones. In any case-I seem to be Special. I can grant Knowledge, Wealth, and probably even Weapons that even the Gods will find useful! You are all my Friends, so I want to help you! Come to me-alone preferably-and we can talk more..."
The attempts to enchant growth with magic seems successful, though it takes a choir of mages to successfully alter it in a noticeable fashion in a limited time.
Sapling Scholar: Very well! I will ask it what the other races should ask!
Teburshe invents yet another magic, this time focused on his Great Trees. They begin focusing on doing Teburshe's favorite thing, manipulating the weather to be favorable to those who live in and near them. (Teburshe -3E)
Izgamlo, after helping to create the new magic, empowers the Tower workers! The tower continues to be built taller and taller, and generally more impressive. More and more workers come from around the world to join in constructing the fabled building, with no slow seen in construction (Izgamlo -2P)
Miniwolves seem to be wolves slightly smaller then an average Ant, and the sole non-sapient inhabitants of the moon. The appear to eat the same food as the ants, but other then these traits, are the same as any other wolf.
Teburshe makes the second afterlife! Several of the Souls hanging around the Gods fade away, joining either with Nature or the Trees. They seem to be happy with this situation (Teburshe -4E)
Teburshe prayers:
Maag/Wolf/Thief: Ahaha! They will never catch me, master thief Lupin! I could steal from Teburshe himself!
Shadow Kabold: We are so small....I wish I could grow bigger and bigger like in my nightmares!
Human Hunter: The Megafauna in the area are too small to bring any real honor. Come on, Teburshe, give me a real beast!
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Edit: Please disregard this action, it is outside of Skolld's capability, so I'll cancel it.
Ye be Gods! Your capabilities are limitless!
Stellarion blesses the area under the tower with valuable ores! The builders, looking upwards with no reason to ruin the foundation of the now massive tower, yet there is now potential to expand downwards (Stellarion-1E)
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Go to outter space, expand the space surrounding our planets, create Spaceweavers, a race of gigantic Spiders able to live off of spacedust and light, they spend their long lives constantly weaving more space into existance.
(Are you sure you want to do something like that without pirechecking? Creating more nothing/space might be incredibly expensive.)
Stellarion continues helping the tower along, bringing the dropping and creating a river nearby to make the area more furtile. The river is used immediately to transfer supplies with the new-knowledge of boats, with several more-permanent residence coming into the fabled land to live.
Dwarf Weapon-smith: What are bolts and arrows?
Maag Architect: Sand is hard to dig under, even if we build a hole it keeps getting filled in. We don't have any clay here either...
Sapling Engineer: Ah, thank you for the advise. I will study it to see what wants.
(Secret action done.)
Stellarion continues to choose his chosen people, who accept the offer gratefully and begin performing the assigned task, following the example given to them by two blessed specifically by Stellarion. They seem to be doing incredibly well for themselves, though some get distracted with other tasks necessary to keep the others going strong. (Stellarion -2E)
Human Hunter: Ah, it is like the Sky is bleeding! THANK YOU MY BLOOD GOD! (Uztot -1P)
Ant Nurse: The Ant Nurse notices the symbol of Uztot as they are blessed, and quickly prays her thanks (Uztot -0)
Dwarf Toaster: Thank Uztot! Is it really proper to say an extra thanks after a toast? (Uztot -0E)
The Spymaster begins the first (public) spy mission! The network is started, and is growing fast. They are prepared to do whatever mission that is allotted to them in the future.
Mavnon prayers:
Confused Sapling: D-did that Ritual Stone just talk?
Human Tribal Leader: Those idiots one tribe over just stole a thousand head of Wattle!(Wolf+Cattle) By Mavnon, I will have their heads!
Sapient Cursed Wolf: They...keep...hurting. Hurting environment. Hurting me. They will....feel my wrath...by Mavnon.
Instrumental magic is created! No doubt, enchanted instrument will begin to spread to the finest music makers on the fragments. (Alicia -5E)
Human Minstrel: Oh. Nevermind then.
Sapling Singer: Then I will sing to all the plants! Aliciaa~ Thanks~.
Human Drummer: All this! I am eating like a king! Thanks Alicia! (Alicia-1E, 1P)
The Drummer becomes well fed, with all those who listen to his enthralling performance often being compelled to give him what they could spare. He uses his talent to teach others in the same situation he was once in, starting a kind of orphanage-school using the resources he gained playing his own music. His beat-up old drum becomes a powerful artifact, the first Enchanted instrument granting him musical magic, which he uses by taking odd jobs on a reasonable commission to pay for his other work.
The Durrakil seem pleased that the Goddess of music enjoys their songs. They begin singing louder, having nothing better to do with their time.
The Ring bearers and Human Leader seem to be under no threat from any divine attack. A few Mortals attempt to grab for the rings, though even those with the skill to attempt it are easily dispatched by the Bearers. All seem to avoid changing hands for the time being, with half in the hands of Immortals who intend to keep them.
Maag Merchant: Very well. Away I go.
Saag Soldier (Now Veteran): Good....I hope we never war thoughtless beasts again.
Disgruntled Ant: Ah, I see. I will start right away! (Lithus/Luthus -1E)
The Ant gathers the others, who also received the blessing. They form a Scientific Society of Ants, slowly bringing advancement to the Moon. They create some simple tools, finally attempting to use these to build the Towers they where taught how to build so long ago.
Worried Maag: How is Gods fighting nearby a good thing for me?
Heart Spirit: Yes, I have never seen a fire die and seem to be able to make it stronger. How can I use this for Progress?
Worried Dwarf: How frightening! We will try our best to be prepared for this!
The Aag once again leave their homes, now more annoyed then worried about having to do this. There are no noticable problems in the crust, and the medium-sized mountain jumps in size once more to a large-sized mountain. It is now large enough that, even in the desert, snow begins forming at its sandy tip for part of the year analogue. It is now an even greater landmark, with many directions being given using the Mountain as a kind of compass. (Lithus/Luthus -2P)
The Maag, under your suggestion, begin thinking of ways to transport large amounts of water through the desert with their limited technology. They come up with several ideas, all of which quickly fail, often due to their unfamiliarity with water. They seem to already have carts.
Lithus/Luthus then continues to hang out with the Aag. Naturally, he becomes an incredibly popular figure, with people coming from all over the fragments just to have a brief chat or drink with their God. Every morning there is a line stretching from him to the city wall, which chronicles his visit reverently.
Lorash creates the third afterlife! More souls go off to visit the Hall of Memories, many being reincarnated back to the planet. (Lorash -5E)
Several dozen Whisps are released into the world! They become popular with the pyromancer races, with a majority of important pyromancery taking place at churches or temples where Whisps are present.
Char Prayers:
Hearth Spirit: Fire should be used to protect, right? My friend seems to think otherwise...
Dragoon: Char, shouldn't fire be used to destroy? My Hearth Spirit seems to think they are supposed to protect and build...
Fire Wolf: Need to...spread fire...without damaging...environment home...
The Aag nation begins constructing simple armor! The leaves finally see mass-use, being sewn together They don't seem to offer a lot of protection, but it gives them some great ideas to expand into.
Several unnamed sandcotten variants are spread throughout the fragments! They have a veriety of powers, making them quite expensive. They seem to still be rare in the worlds, at least for the time being. (Skolld -5E)
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(Your body won't reform for another Tick.)
It seems to have already reformed! He seems angry about the cannon-to-the-face thing.
An innocent penguin is murdered! Iliseth then uses all her Power to tear its soul apart for no reason! What purpose this senseless violence had has yet to be seen. ( Iliseth -3P)
For some reason, you can't seem to soul or blood sense his body.
Random mortals are annoyed! A man begins seasoning his meal with salt, only for the salt to transform into miniwolves and devour it before he gets a chance! A Teeththeif has a nightmare that he is being chased by a massive wolf! A space wale is decorated like a float when it isn't looking!
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
Post by: Vgray on June 11, 2015, 10:36:00 pm
"Is it really asleep I wonder? You would think the difference would be meaningless for a god of Dreams."Uztot hums to himself.Aurosseu snores quietly in a corner.
"The void has grown quiet. Quiet different from the cacophony of creation."
"You're just hopelessly paranoid Voice."
"Oh you'll thank me for it one day."
"Somehow I doubt that..."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 11, 2015, 10:50:03 pm
Spoiler (click to show/hide)
Create the Great Beasts. They are truly massive creatures, nearly Great Tree scale, and feed off of shadow. As a result, they are primarily nocturnal, so that they might collect food by moving. They can eat actual bio-mass if they need to, but they are larger enough that it is rather inefficient. They are typically slow moving due to their size, though more than capable of defending themselves. They can also use Great Magic, although it is instinctive, primarily to divert hurricanes or tornadoes and the like away from them.
Create a Great Seed to be planted near a coastline or river delta and use one power to help it control the weather while it grows.
Check on the Sapling's trade lines and developing culture and technology. Teach them about a bit about sailing and how to craft sailing ships. Teach them a bit about the other races.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 11, 2015, 10:51:52 pm
Watch over the Ring Bearers and the human leader; spend P to protect them if they are attacked by divine magic. If attacked by a mortal, let the interaction play out. Do not overspend on this.
Put in all remaining essence into increasing the human leader's power. Do not spend Crux. Spend all remaining power to aid him in his trials. <---
Talk with Sankis for awhile; aid him in his research and question why he isn't a leader. <---
(( Only saw the first one responded to, unless I'm simply not seeing it. ))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 11, 2015, 10:58:15 pm
Remember to actually observe the Ant Leader and Ant society this time. Do most of the ants still worship me?
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 11, 2015, 11:30:01 pm
And then, another visit to the Aag nation by an unusually happy Lithus/Luthus:
Great news everybody! The mountain is finally finished! You should no longer have to leave your homes! I am also here to announce you that I was able to determine that this region is safe from earthquakes, a devastating event that occurs naturally in certain regions from time to time. Soon the real purpose of this stone monument will be revealed! Only a few calculations stands in the way of this gift I am about to give you all! In the meantime, I have some instructions for you.
Order the Aag nation to begin the construction of the greatest city ever built at the feet of the mountain. It should be made functional as soon as possible, and should be built in a way that will allow future expansions easily. This city will now be the capital of the nation, a place where people from all over the territory can gather. Orders are also made to begin the construction of a massive temple dedicated to Lithus/Luthus carved into the mountain. Stone should also start being excavated for various construction projects. Spend up to 1 power to help excavating the temple if I have any left, otherwise spend nothing.
This city is only the beginning of a new era of progress. The mountain shall be known as Mount Aagius, and the city shall inherit the same name.
Answer to prayers:
Maag Merchant/Disgruntled Ant:
Good luck in your endeavor.
Saag soldier:
I foresee no such conflict in the future. I did not enjoy this war either, all of this wasted energy could've been used in a better way...
Worried Maag:
Utther have no way to retaliate to this attack, so you do not have to fear the risk of a prolonged conflict. I doubt any god would cause you harm while fighting another one, as this would only have the potential to lead to unwanted conflicts.
Heart spirit:
You could help maintain and empower fires used to make various tools and objects. If you can communicate with those who need those fires, you could work together to find the best temperature for the task. This would most likely result in better tools, which means efficiency, which in return helps towards progress. I am always happy so see someone as eager as you to enable progress.
Worried dwarf:
My excuse if my answer had an overly dramatic tone. The events I told you about means that violence between gods is now a possibility. My message mostly consisted of assumptions on what this could lead to. Personally I wish to see peace exist for as long as it can. If you share this sentiment, then perhaps you could try to help temper any hatred you might see between civilizations? This of course is just a suggestion. Feel free to reject it if it does not suit you, I will not be angered by this, I know very little about you after all.
Listen to prayers.
((Did I forget to say that last tick? I'm not sure. I vaguely remember forgetting something, but I'm not sure if it was that.))
Edit: Raised the mountain again.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 12, 2015, 02:35:10 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 12, 2015, 02:38:52 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 12, 2015, 03:22:05 am
Rest.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 12, 2015, 07:24:13 am
To the Weaponsmith: "An arrow is a projectile used in a bow to attack from a distance. A bolt is a smaller projectile used in a crossbow." Give him a crossbow design.
To the Maag Architect: "That is understandable. But you could dig through glass, correct? Sand may become glass when sufficient heat is applied."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 12, 2015, 07:57:12 am
To the Maag Architect: "That is understandable. But you could dig through glass, correct? Sand may become glass when sufficient heat is applied." Use Essence(not if it would tap my Crux), bless the Maag Architect with the ability to project intense heat, heat hot enough to near instantaneously turn sand to glass.((I believe a pyromancy magic system exists, so couldn't you just teach him that instead?))
Post by: Happy Demon on June 12, 2015, 08:26:18 am
Try to make something that makes fog, mist, etc. Make it in the desert, for stress testing (if it can make fog in the desert, it can make fog everywhere else).
"If I can make the water bound to the air, that would be great."
Edit: This means finding out how to make fog, for the sake of science.
Oh, and try to use as little power as possible, I want to do proper science.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 12, 2015, 08:27:38 am
Actually, explain the concept of pyrourgy to the Maag Architect, and explain how it could be used to turn the sand to glass, allowing it to be tunneled through.
((Pyromancy is technically divination by fire.))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 12, 2015, 10:31:53 am
((Oh.))
Actually, explain the concept of pyrourgy to the Maag Architect, and explain how it could be used to turn the sand to glass, allowing it to be tunneled through.
((Pyromancy is technically divination by fire.))
This shouldn't be necessary. I have already ordered the Aag nation to begin extracting stone from the mountain.
Visit the Maag architect and tell him that the stone he needs will be extracted from the mountain.
Edit: Apparently glassmaking is already a thing.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 12, 2015, 10:40:55 am
The Maag already have knowledge of glassmaking, and are using this knowledge to make advanced telescopes.((Oh.))
Actually, explain the concept of pyrourgy to the Maag Architect, and explain how it could be used to turn the sand to glass, allowing it to be tunneled through.
((Pyromancy is technically divination by fire.))
This shouldn't be necessary. I have already ordered the Aag nation to begin extracting stone from the mountain.
Visit the Maag architect and tell him that the stone he needs will be extracted from the mountain. He should still use this power to create glass for his projects. Also encourage him to find a way to create glass without magic, as it will be easier to mass produce this way.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 12, 2015, 12:48:35 pm
"I would like it to be heard at all times, but since you will likely become part of the durrakil canon you are not to be worried.""I shall help you, but then they shall have the purpose to bring the Durrakil Song from space to your followers. Singing the song should keep them alive. Agreed?"I'm sorry, could you clarify? Do you mean that the Durakill song must be sung at all times, or just in space to keep them alive?
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 12, 2015, 01:10:42 pm
Spend more time within the nation, chatting and helping the locals with various tasks. Use this opportunity to determine if other cults are present and how widespread they are, and find anything the nation might have invented on their own. Visit the Huon the clothier from time to time and befriend him. Do not use any resources for the actions in this paragraph.
Also respond to the talking stone:
I am grateful of your gifts of wisdom and knowledge, as they surely help the various civilizations to progress. If you wish to help, then maybe you could explain to us how did an object managed to gift itself sapience? This is a very intriguing phenomenon, which deserves to be studied.
Reshape the talking stone to give it a somewhat humanoid, human-sized body made out of stone, but as flexible as a human would be. Make this process not painful and have no impact of his mind beyond giving him the ability to move.
Here, consider this as a reward for the gifts you gave to the mortals. You will now be able to move on your own, use this to spread your gifts further.
Edit:
And finally, address the ants I gave an increased intellect:
You should now call yourselves Beta Ants. I believe this gift I gave you makes you different enough from the other ants to justify a new name.
Use 1E to increase their intellect further and spread the gift to more ants, which will be told to meet with the other Beta Ants. Do not do this if it is going to need crux instead.
Post by: ~Neri on June 12, 2015, 01:11:59 pm
Nilva contributes 2 Essence and her Wolf Sphere to the Great Beasts, making ones derived from wolves or wolf based fauna just slightly more common, as well as increasing the initial quantity.Spoiler (click to show/hide)
Create the Great Beasts. They are truly massive creatures, nearly Great Tree scale, and feed off of shadow. As a result, they are primarily nocturnal, so that they might collect food by moving. They can eat actual bio-mass if they need to, but they are larger enough that it is rather inefficient. They are typically slow moving due to their size, though more than capable of defending themselves. They can also use Great Magic, although it is instinctive, primarily to divert hurricanes or tornadoes and the like away from them.
Create a Great Seed to be planted near a coastline or river delta and use one power to help it control the weather while it grows.
Check on the Sapling's trade lines and developing culture and technology. Teach them about a bit about sailing and how to craft sailing ships. Teach them a bit about the other races.
Nilva pestures more mortals. Spending a couple power to summon a large quantity of Wiglas (Iguanawolves) in the area around anyone she bothers. The Wiglas evaporate into rainbows when they run out of power.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 12, 2015, 01:17:03 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 12, 2015, 01:22:16 pm
Post by: Andres on June 12, 2015, 06:00:22 pm
Spoiler: GM Only (click to show/hide)
Soul sense on the sapient stone. Soul sense on the Heretic Prophet and anyone else who used the stone. Soul sense to find the location of all the dead sentient animals. Soul sense to find non-sentient animals. Do non-/sentient animals glow less than sapient animals? Soul sense on the penguin I destroyed. Check Divine Library for history of the destruction of the penguin's soul. I compare the artifact linothorax to other linothoraxes. Any differences?
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 12, 2015, 06:30:07 pm
Now, to my followers:
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Hearth Spirit: Fire should be used to protect, right? My friend seems to think otherwise...Fire is to be used for whatever you so wish! Want to cook, use a fire! Want to blacksmith, use a fire! Want to raze a city to the ground, use a fire! Note, I am not responsible for what you do with fire.
Dragoon: Char, shouldn't fire be used to destroy? My Hearth Spirit seems to think they are supposed to protect and build...
Fire Wolf: Need to...spread fire...without damaging...environment home...
Surround the parts of the environment you wish to protect with inflammable things like rocks, or use water to put out the fire if it threatens to harm your home.
Post by: Vgray on June 12, 2015, 06:35:54 pm
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 12, 2015, 06:50:39 pm
(To dwarves)
To lead others is a power many covet, but it is a responsibility that few want to carry and fewer still can. To take up the crown is to sacrifice yourself as a person in exchange for power to rule. A king needs to see all others as equals before his rule, equal before his judgment and will. A king cannot allow himself such weakness as holding a grudge or showing mercy to favored. A king needs to be devoted to his people, to be able to balance freedom and law, to allow all that the people would want yet protect them from danger. To be a stable monolith, untarnished by sins in even most raging vortex of disasters and treachery. To take up such crown is to become such king. To die as a person and become an extension of immortal dwarven will.
Post by: Stirk on June 12, 2015, 09:22:41 pm
Post by: gman8181 on June 13, 2015, 12:37:10 am
a strange figure wearing bright clothing, a party hat and a mask with a painted smile...
Hello one, hello all!
I am Verruckt the chaotic, Verruckt the kind, Veruckt the entertainer and Veruckt the entertained!
Basically you can call me Veruckt. Really you can call me whatever you want but Veruckt is certainly what I am most likely to respond to. Not entirely sure why.
Veruckt gives a brief glance around the universe.
Looks like you've already... done stuff. Shame I couldn't be here sooner but then again, arriving a little late to a party isn't really such a bad thing.
Anyway, I hate to rush but I also hate to wait. Therefore, I think I will go about creating something for entertainment, mine and hopefully yours as well. A nice cozy place where people can go on adventures and generally have a swell time. Like a dungeon of rainbows... and blood... or something like that.
Unfortunately I am less familiar with this beautiful little universe than most of you and I'd greatly appreciate it if some of you could suggest some nice locations for me to place this dungeon of mine. Hopefully a place with lots of space. No fun in a small dungeon is there?
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 13, 2015, 12:38:38 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 13, 2015, 12:49:00 am
"Hullo Verruckt~ I'm Nilva. I may have a certain affinity for wolves~ And I like that rainbow dungeon idea~"
"Purrhaps the rainbows should bleed wonies that shit more rainbows? And the wonieshat rainbows swap the people they hit's genders?"
"Personally I recommend one of the many mountain ranges. You could hollow out the entire thing and fill it with all sorts of nonsense~"
((Wonies are small wolfhorses, normally around the size of a labrador, they tend to not like things larger than them and they dislike things smaller then them even more. They are not afraid to punt kittens.))
Post by: Vgray on June 13, 2015, 01:48:40 am
Spoiler: Conversations with dragons (click to show/hide)
Uztots voice changes noticably.
"Greetings godlings. You have no idea how boring this one is. I need someone interesting to talk to."
Post by: ~Neri on June 13, 2015, 01:58:05 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 13, 2015, 02:02:25 am
Post by: Vgray on June 13, 2015, 02:06:13 am
Post by: micelus on June 13, 2015, 02:07:32 am
Waiting for the stone's response, she decided to answer the prayers of those mortals who had called his name.
Spoiler: Prayers (click to show/hide)
That done with, she decided once more to weigh in on the Rilem Project. It was progressing swimmingly and now was the time to act. She took a dagger and sliced off a finger; a piece of essence that would regenerate with time. The finger, by its virtue, was sentient. A spirit that represented an aspect of Mavnon's being, it oversaw the Conflict of Circumstance, of Situation and the force that governed it: Luck. A feminine deity, Mavnon saw it as an incomplete part of her that had never truly developed and for good reason; it was better used elsewhere. Shifting into the Rilem Mountainhome, he found a grotto hewn out and in lit by sunlight that pierced through the mountain. A park had been made to exploit it; she very much loved the initiative of mortals.
Wading through the crowds of mortals that basked at her feet, Mavnon found a large fountain created by a non-Rlem architect of some renown. Admiring the craftwork for a moment, he threw the dismembered finger into the waters and left. Lady Luck would have enough fun announcing her birth. Besides, she already knew what Mavnon had entrusted her with and Mavnon was far too busy meeting the Regent to explain any further. And after that...well she would have to leave to ensure all mortals are aware of her new gift to the world.; the wonders of Adventuring.
...
Somewhere random, an explosion of confetti occurs and out of the explosion appears...
a strange figure wearing bright clothing, a party hat and a mask with a painted smile...
Hello one, hello all!
I am Verruckt the chaotic, Verruckt the kind, Veruckt the entertainer and Veruckt the entertained!
Basically you can call me Veruckt. Really you can call me whatever you want but Veruckt is certainly what I am most likely to respond to. Not entirely sure why.
Veruckt gives a brief glance around the universe.
Looks like you've already... done stuff. Shame I couldn't be here sooner but then again, arriving a little late to a party isn't really such a bad thing.
Anyway, I hate to rush but I also hate to wait. Therefore, I think I will go about creating something for entertainment, mine and hopefully yours as well. A nice cozy place where people can go on adventures and generally have a swell time. Like a dungeon of rainbows... and blood... or something like that.
Unfortunately I am less familiar with this beautiful little universe than most of you and I'd greatly appreciate it if some of you could suggest some nice locations for me to place this dungeon of mine. Hopefully a place with lots of space. No fun in a small dungeon is there?
"Welcome brother Chaos; I am your sister of Conflict, Mavnon. Though I think your existence perverse, I will tolerate you for now. In any case, I would believe this dungeon would find much use in Clan Rilem's territory; I have placed a font of power there that should encourage some exploration, especially of your dungeon."
(Do not do this if it requires Crux) Create the Hero's Charge, a fountain found deep within the Rilem Mountainhome. By consuming its water, mortals accept a Pact from Mavnon in her aspect as the Lady of Luck. By taking on the Pact, these mortals become intrinsically luckier. In exchange, they are forced into the adventuring lifestyle as well as forced obedience to Mavnon for the duration of their adventuring career. Retiring from adventuring will release the adventurer from his/her bonds as well as his/her luck.
Ensure that all mortals become aware of Adventuring as well as the Hero's Charge. Adventuring involves simply exploring the world and trying to solve problems so as to get rich and powerful. Hypothetically.
Order Clan Rilem to begin forcibly annexing weak human polities. Rilem spyrings are to supply information crucial to the effort as well as convince the leaders of these settlements to peacefully surrender. Those that surrender will be instantly granted full rights as clanmembers. Those who do not will be put into indentured servitude for a period of three decades and will only be released if their loyalty has been assured. While assimilating into the Clan is encouraged, all may continue to worship their own gods. Clam Rilem is very big on ecumenism.
Utther worshipers that cause trouble are to exiled from their hometowns.
Immortal Illyria is to gather what humans she can and aid Clan Rilem in its conquest. Preferably by destabalising them before Clan Rilem arrives.
Immortal Lan Cao is to personally ensure that conquered settlements are treated fairly and deal with any subversive elements.
Speak to the stone (what I say is in the first paragraph).
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 13, 2015, 02:11:23 am
((ETA: Tonight, though just a short wake-up, as I need to sleep IRL. Why must the interesting stuff happen while I'm away?))
Post by: Jbg97 on June 13, 2015, 02:15:13 am
Hey! Hey! Kid! Help me out here, I'm trapped in this damn body for the next few centuries for trying to help the mortals advance a little. Wanna set me free? Or maybe lighten this curse a bit?
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 13, 2015, 02:22:11 am
Post by: Vgray on June 13, 2015, 02:23:05 am
Post by: Jbg97 on June 13, 2015, 02:26:30 am
Sides, they've killed off tons of people with all the damn things they've created and splashed around with no regard!
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 13, 2015, 02:30:21 am
"...there are records...if he wishes to know, he can determine for himself what occurred...and who is responsible for slowing down progress..."
Post by: ~Neri on June 13, 2015, 02:30:33 am
Post by: Jbg97 on June 13, 2015, 02:38:17 am
I ought ta, considering those damn wolves wont shut the hell up when I'm trying to sleep, but I dont.
mainly cause im trapped in this body, but STILL!
Post by: ~Neri on June 13, 2015, 02:42:18 am
Post by: Jbg97 on June 13, 2015, 02:43:48 am
They're also shitting on my lawn!
Post by: ~Neri on June 13, 2015, 02:46:58 am
"I don't see why you insist on your blunt bloodymindedness, clearly it hasn't helped you. Gotta be subtle."
Post by: Jbg97 on June 13, 2015, 02:49:21 am
AND THEN WE PERFECTED IT SO NOBODY COULD BEST US IN THE RING OF SUBTLETY.
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 13, 2015, 03:08:16 am
SUBTLE?! IM DAMN SUBTLE. IN MY DAY WE INVENTED SUBTLE.As he sleeps, Aurosseu is leaning against a cane that looks a lot like Utther's.
AND THEN WE PERFECTED IT SO NOBODY COULD BEST US IN THE RING OF SUBTLETY.
Post by: gman8181 on June 13, 2015, 03:27:13 am
Spoiler: Demonic Spoon (click to show/hide)
Mmm space certainly is abundant in space. However when one is considering opening up a... shall we say attraction? It is generally good for a various assortment of folks to be able to access that attraction. Thus my main qualm with space is that I am unsure of how many local residents or potential tourists space would have.
Verruckt pulls out a long sheet of paper with various strange glyphs and looks it over.
Suppose I could always set up some transportation but that would most likely be taken out of the monster budget and a dungeon with no good monsters is really no good dungeon at all.
Spoiler: Kevak (click to show/hide)
The smile on Verruckts mask seems to grow wider for a brief moment.
So happy to hear you appreciate my idea! I would be happy to include rainbows that bleed these mystical wonies in my dungeon. I'm sure they'll make an excellent addition. A dungeon in the mountains seems like a fabulous idea. Maybe some large neon signs overhead and shopping plaza across the street to bring in aspiring adventurers looking for a break from the mundane. Then a catchy name... Party
((Almost asked what wonies are, haha. Thanks for letting me know.))
Spoiler: micelus (click to show/hide)
Verruckt chuckles and shrugs.
Sometimes I find my existence perverse as well. Most of the time I rather enjoy being me though, and I rather hope you enjoy being you as well. Regardless, I appreciate the advice and shall take it into consideration. The more nearby attractions the better.
Spoiler: Jbg97 (click to show/hide)
Set you free? Freedom from that form is of course theoretically within my power but I think in your position, the real issue is your lack of freedom from other things. To elaborate, say for example I did free you of that form. Would they not just stick you right back in it along with me for my troubles? Alas, I think that is no true freedom at all. Neither for you nor me. Of course, I am a bit of a fool and my words may be foolish too but you might want to consider what grander things you want than just that most likely false temporary freedom.
In the meantime, a vacation of adventure in the dungeon might do you good if you feel so inclined. Give you some to relax and plan out grander things. I rather think I might take one there myself when I finish making it.
Post by: Vgray on June 13, 2015, 03:36:33 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 13, 2015, 03:51:23 am
There are the space tentacle people and the space whales.Spoiler: Demonic Spoon (click to show/hide)
Mmm space certainly is abundant in space. However when one is considering opening up a... shall we say attraction? It is generally good for a various assortment of folks to be able to access that attraction. Thus my main qualm with space is that I am unsure of how many local residents or potential tourists space would have.
Verruckt pulls out a long sheet of paper with various strange glyphs and looks it over.
Suppose I could always set up some transportation but that would most likely be taken out of the monster budget and a dungeon with no good monsters is really no good dungeon at all.
And I'm the god of Portals so I could set you up with some gates to the world below if you like. Or you could have the mortals do it themselves, since I created portal magic a while ago.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 13, 2015, 06:49:38 am
"Here little friend, so your stay is not so cold."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 13, 2015, 07:02:05 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 13, 2015, 10:15:23 am
Post by: Dutrius on June 13, 2015, 11:26:40 am
Bah! Don't listen to that ingrate! I only killed off the leaders, brought about some damn change on these rocks.
Sides, they've killed off tons of people with all the damn things they've created and splashed around with no regard!
The big problem I have with this is that you deliberately caused genocide, whereas the in the other cases it was either an accidental side affect, in the case of the flood, or caused by the mortals of their own free will, in the case of the ants. You do not have that excuse. You brought this upon yourself, young man. Now if you will excuse me, I'm going to check up on my followers and completely ignore your inane ramblings while doing so.
Also, greetings Verruckt.
Check on the Loi'naaryt and my followers amongst other races. Listen to some prayers.
Post by: Vgray on June 13, 2015, 12:19:12 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 13, 2015, 12:20:44 pm
"Do you not know what he is guilty of? He used all his Power in a pulse that killed the vast majority of the world's leaders, causing wide-spread chaos and confusion."Surely presenting chaos as a negative thing to the god of this very aspect is a bad way to convince him. I would rather point out Utther's tendency to ruin all things fun and bring sadness and anger to everyone. His owls were created for this purpose after all.
Oh, and hello Verruckt. Tell me, do you support progress? Do you wish to see things improve?
Or maybe you enjoy revolt, the change it brings? To see corrupt leaders get what they deserve?
Oh, and Uztot, is that a split personality I spy with my little eye?
It seems we might have more in common that I initially thought...
Post by: Detoxicated on June 13, 2015, 12:30:10 pm
"Do you not know what he is guilty of? He used all his Power in a pulse that killed the vast majority of the world's leaders, causing wide-spread chaos and confusion.""Is it a reason to become barbaric ourselves? He is still trapped in a mortal body, and does he have to suffer. I see his walk on the mortal side of live as a way to learn how conflict can bring forth the change needed within our space."
Post by: Vgray on June 13, 2015, 12:31:00 pm
Post by: Dutrius on June 13, 2015, 12:36:35 pm
"'Accidental', right. The god of conflict 'accidentally' killed people in a flood. How was it supposed to not kill people? Please, enlighten me. I'm sure Uztot would also like to know the answer. He'd just be more insufferably polite about it."
Well, I saw it as accidental.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 13, 2015, 12:39:44 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 13, 2015, 12:45:49 pm
Azem changes into the form of an emerald dragon.
"Much better."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 13, 2015, 12:47:38 pm
"...from what I could tell...it did not kill very many...inconvenienced many, yes...but it was no rushing tidal wave...it was a buildup of rain...and it encouraged many inventions...but the death of the world's leaders...artists...scholars?...that leads nowhere save ruin..."
Agreed. His action would've been justified if he targeted corrupt, evil or stupid leaders. He cannot claim to have done the world a favor if he did not discriminate in his slaughter.
Post by: Jbg97 on June 13, 2015, 01:43:08 pm
Grant the trapped god a warm blanket, a nice meal, and a stick of a wanderer.I already got my cane, but thanks anyway. Maybe you kids aren't all bad.
"Here little friend, so your stay is not so cold."
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 13, 2015, 01:49:58 pm
"Good morning, I've woken up. Or perhaps I've fallen asleep and am now lucidly dreaming. Or maybe we're all just dreams of a bunch of trans-dimensional beings tapping on some sort of boards of keys to dictate our actions. Who knows?"
"Onto *yawn* business, let's see what's been going on...Utther punished disproportionately, Mavnon scot-free...Various creations made...Many prayers answered...Ritual Stone became sapient...New God, hello...Azem is speaking through Uztot...Hm, y'all really need me around, you know that?"
Aurosseu takes full inventory: followers, energy resources, general influence, and so on. He then listens to a double-amount of prayers to catch up with those lost in sleep.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 13, 2015, 01:55:49 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on June 13, 2015, 01:59:17 pm
Aurosseu rubs his hands where eyes would be, yawns, slowly stands up and throws the cane away. It lands near mortal-Utther two Ticks ago.I now have 1 stick and 2 canes. Why the hell would i need all these dammit?!
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 13, 2015, 02:00:40 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 13, 2015, 02:32:15 pm
"...moreover, I fail to see what difference you would have made, Aurosseu""I would have suggested more appropriate punishments, whatever they might have been. Punishing one crime with a ridiculous humiliation conga that doesn't even achieve anything, and ignoring another, is simply not justice. But what is done is done, I just need to get y'all on the right track so this won't happen in the future."
Post by: gman8181 on June 13, 2015, 02:41:37 pm
Spoiler: Demonic Spoon (click to show/hide)
That is an extraordinarily kind offer. I may very well take you up on that if you would be so kind. Having the dungeon in space and having a couple portals in the mountains and one near this "Clan Rilem's territory" would really seem to be a great combination of the ideas suggested to me thus far.
I'm quite glad I asked all of you wise gods for advise. Surely this will result in a better final product than a fool such as I could produce alone!
Spoiler: Dutrius (click to show/hide)
Verruckt throws confetti in the air.
Greetings to you as well new friend!
"Do you not know what he is guilty of? He used all his Power in a pulse that killed the vast majority of the world's leaders, causing wide-spread chaos and confusion."Surely presenting chaos as a negative thing to the god of this very aspect is a bad way to convince him. I would rather point out Utther's tendency to ruin all things fun and bring sadness and anger to everyone. His owls were created for this purpose after all.
Oh, and hello Verruckt. Tell me, do you support progress? Do you wish to see things improve?
Or maybe you enjoy revolt, the change it brings? To see corrupt leaders get what they deserve?
Oh, and Uztot, is that a split personality I spy with my little eye?
It seems we might have more in common that I initially thought...
True true true! Chaos is a good thing unless it's a bad thing; not a bad thing unless it's a good thing. Bad things are the things that aren't interesting! There's no fate worse than living a life that doesn't feel worth living. Nothing worse than living in a world that doesn't present one with challenges that give a sense of purpose and importance. Nothing worse than a stagnant world where those with nothing to live for can find nothing to live for. Most certainly nothing worse than a world with no grand adventures!
If anything my problem would be with the means and potentially the intent rather than the result. If it were me who wanted them killed for one reason or another, I would most likely empower some mortals with heroic like traits and send them on a grand quest to take down these individuals. There's no satisfaction in killing something so much weaker than us directly. Better to use the opportunity to create a fun challenge for others! Secondly, I'd only want them gone if they were making the world more boring. Regarding this fact, I confess I am unsure of why he did what he did and I feel unfit to comment on it.
That aside, hello to you as well! I do rather enjoy revolt and change, so long as it makes for a good story. Hope we can get along!
Post by: Happy Demon on June 13, 2015, 02:55:45 pm
"As long as you don't tamper with my prisoners, we'll be fine.
My prisoners are: The Cursed Wolves, the Maag Wolves, and the Blood Silk.
They enjoy benefits from their binds, but it will also hurt them and their kin for all eternity."
Post by: gman8181 on June 13, 2015, 03:11:19 pm
Create Evolution Orbs to be handed out to aspiring adventurers on the first floor of the dungeon. More Evolution Orbs can later be crafted by individuals from monster components for new adventurers.
Give various discontent individuals a dream of the dungeon so that they might seek it out if they wish for adventure.
Spoiler: Dungeon Details (click to show/hide)
Spoiler: Evolution Orb (click to show/hide)
Izglamo, if I could take you up on the offer for portals to the dungeon and have portals placed in several mountains as well as this Clan Rilem's territory, that would be great. I'll put bright neon signs above the dungeon portals saying, "Dungeon Adventure" after.
Spoiler: Happy Demon (click to show/hide)
Verruckt bows dramatically.
Duly noted. Hope we get along.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 13, 2015, 03:18:09 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 13, 2015, 03:18:53 pm
Oh, and I have a question, can those evolution orbs increase the intelligence of their owner? These things are intriguing, I'll need to study them quite a bit.
Edit:
Spend one essence to create two-way portals leading to Verruckt's space-dungeon in the throne room of Clan Rilem, on the peak of the mountain in the Maag Desert, and within several of the largest mountain ranges of the world fragments.
Would you mind moving your portal to the backside of the mountain as I have asked Verruckt? I kinda need my mountaintop to be portal-free for a few of my projects.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 13, 2015, 03:24:56 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 13, 2015, 03:29:42 pm
But I wanted it to be difficult to get to the portal, that's why I put it at the top of the mountain.
I understand why you might want that. It would still be a long walk to reach the portal from the capital, and adventurers won't perform well if they are exhausted by the ascension. Putting it on the ground should also attract more adventurers. As I said earlier, I need the mountaintop to be clear of anything.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 13, 2015, 03:33:26 pm
Why though? I can't particularly think of anything you'd want to do up there.But I wanted it to be difficult to get to the portal, that's why I put it at the top of the mountain.
I understand why you might want that. It would still be a long walk to reach the portal from the capital, and adventurers won't perform well if they are exhausted by the ascension. Putting it on the ground should also attract more adventurers. As I said earlier, I need the mountaintop to be clear of anything.
Post by: ~Neri on June 13, 2015, 03:35:45 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 13, 2015, 03:38:45 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 13, 2015, 03:55:21 pm
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 13, 2015, 04:06:02 pm
Spend all my energy for same as before.
Post by: Stirk on June 13, 2015, 04:08:15 pm
Maag/Wolf/Thief: Hmmm...I accept your challenge! GOT YOUR NOSE! AHAHAHA!
Shadow Kabold: Aww. I am still not very big. Did I not eat enough? How am I to crush my enemies under my feet like this? (Teburshe -1P)
The Great Beats are created! The massive animals quickly become prime targets for Hunters, Trappers, and Animal Tamers an every fragment. Few, of course, have been successful as of yet (Teburshe -1E)(Nilva -2E)
Human Hunter: At last! Something worthy! I am going to go by a balista from the Dwarves...
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(( Uhhh, it seems you skipped my other two actions. ))
((It seems I did. The following occurred in tick 10))
Izgamlo further empowers the Tower Builders! By this point, it is incredibly massive. Even a quarter finished, it is becoming a landmark that can bee seen for miles around in any direction, dwarfing even many of the mightiest trees of the forest. (Izgamlo -2P)
Most of the ants seem to indeed worship Izgamlo as their primary deity, with many worshiping the other Gods in addition. There is a few who worship other Gods primarily, depending on their professions and personalities. The Beta-ants seem to worship other Gods more often then you. The Ant Ringbearer is still in control of the world, and is paranoidly mostly working on defenses to prevent himself from being killed as the others where.
Patronius empowers the Human Leader further, putting in his remaining 2E and 4P to launch him into greater heights! More and more Tribes willingly join to his Great Tribe, now by far the largest of any hidden settlement. The Portals allowed him to spread his influence beyond the single fragment, with several units of the Great Tribe living on every planet fragment. Tribes continue to look to this powerful leader, often due to many of their own leaders still being relatively incompetent, as they had nobody to teach them the ways of a Leader.
Sankis: If I was a Leader, I would have less time to make things! It would be a sin to waste my talent elsewhere.
(/end tick 10 actions)
Once again, the mountain is raised! It is now the largest mountain on the planet, famed as such on all the fragments. From the top of the mountain, you would be able to see almost the entire desert, if you weren't buried under the feet of snow that cap it. (Lithus/Luthus -2P)
The Aag citizens leave their home towns, making a pilgrimage to the foot of the mountain to start building the capitol city! The construction begins, though it looks like it will take a while to get anywhere near the goal. They use sandstone taken from the surrounding sand and mountain. They seem to have difficulty getting any other stone out of the mountain, as the entire thing seems to be just as covered in sand as the rest of the desert. They also begin attempts to dig a temple into the mountain-side. This seems incredibly difficult, it is almost like the entire mountain is made out of sand. Every hole they did is immediately plugged, with sand falling from above to fill in whatever work they manage.
Worried Maag: I feel consoled now....
Hearth spirit: Very well! I will begin in this task immediately!
Worried dwarf: I would rather hide away, if it is all the same. I will go dig out a bunker immediately!
Lithus/Luthus prayers:
Human Revolutionary: How can you expect me to bow to the younger races? These clan-whatever dwarves will not rule us!
Beta Ant: It is so hard to advance with the limited resources on this moon. Could you help us find new materials?
Dragoon Toolmaker: Is there any tool that we could give the other races to easily make fires?
Dwarf Weaponsmith: Oh. I know what a bow is. So a crossbow is like a small ballista, right? You could have said so!
Maag Architect: Uhh, my Lord, I am not quite sure about that. I believe that glass would be even more difficult to dig through then sand, and likely much more dangerous.
Skolld creates the Fog Frog, a frog shaped stone that causes the nearby area to be covered in fog! A mile of the desert is covered in a thick fog, though not much is done with this (Skolld -1P)
Maag Architect Continued: We still seem to only get sand from our city's mountain. Though we might be able to use this glass-thing to build your temple, if it is strong enough to not be crushed by the mountain above it...
The Aag learn how to use the previous invention of rope to lift things, as well as the concept of pulleys. These are immediately put to use in the construction of the Mountain city, and have less-popular use aboard ships.
The Ritual Stone transforms, into a human-shaped stone! Agali immediately begins stretching his new body, looking around at the world with his stoney eyes (Free!?).
"Thank you, Friend! I am sure this form will be helpful to this planet! To answer your question, as a Stone, we are allowed some interpretation to how we grant the wishes of our charges. I simply interpreted the requests in a way that was asking for me to be Sapient. Simply, isn't it!?"
The Beta Ant gift is made even more powerful, and spread to a wider audience. New advances continue to be made, often focused on magic, with Portal Magic being particularly popular. (Lithus/Luthus -1E)
Nilva continues to annoy the mortal population! A Beta Ant's exoskeleton briefly becomes pink and is covered in glitter! A Human Hunter has both of his hands temporarily transformed into wolf mouths! A grumpy-old-man is forced into a schoolgirl outfit, and his cane is changed to a heart-shaped wand! After each of these occurrences, hundreds of blank-eyed Wiglas are summoned simply to add more insult (Nilva -2P)
Mystery action has already been read and will be processed this turn.
Iliseth attempts to glare at Agali! Strangely, Illiseth can not find his location, thus cannot soul sense him in this way. Everyone who used the stone's soul remains unchanged. Non-sapient animals do not appear to have a soul that can be seen this way. The Penguin's soul is nowhere to be found, likely because you violently destroyed it. The Library has recounted the event, in a book entitled "Pointlessly Cruel Actions of Pointlessly Cruel Gods". As far as the GM knows, there isn't any artifact linothorax? (Was there supposed to be?)
Hearth Spirit/Dragoon: Oh, we see now. We where wrong to not see its real potential!
Fire Wolf: Yes....thank you....will spread...this knowlage....like fire....
Uztot prayers:
Maag Brewer: Hmmm....If I put animal blood in beer, do I get Bloodbeer?
Lonely Naiad: I go years with nobody speaking to me....can I please have a way of communicating with my brothers and sisters?
Human Trader: My Tribe was over taken by the Clan Dwarves while I was away. My family is now in servitude! Should I try to free them, or join in their fate?
Three Crowns are created and given to three Dwarf Leaders, who have a last few days with their family before putting them on and beginning their new reign over their territory. (Lorash -9E)
A new God is born! You probably noticed this already.
"Alas, there is not, Friend! My Sibling Stones will likely gain the same abilities, in due time. They simply have different personalities, already in this state, that prevent them from as easily interpreting the wishes of mortals in the same way. Even after I had gifted myself, I needed generations of sacrifices to gain enough power to be the man I am today. Personally, I think that Four will be next! She was always so bright!"
Confused Sapling: A-ah. Now it is walking. I-I think that thing can take care of itself!
Mavnon creates a temporary recorder constantly spewing tactics and grants it to the Human Tribal Leader! The Leader thanks him, before spending the next few days listening to it with little rest. As he completes it, he again thanks Mavnon for the knowledge. He leads his Tribe in an assault on their enemy, easily conquering the other Tribe in less then a week with few casualties. Not wanting to waste this gift, he continues to find excuses to conquer many of the other nearby tribes, expanding his power significantly. (Mavnon -1P)
Temujin: Now....I will keep hurting....forever. Me....and them...
Temujin begins per-emptivly attacking those he fears would bring him pain, killing dozens as the years pass. His name spreads around in legend, often being used as a threat to those who would harm the envornment. "Be good, or Temujin will rip you to shreds!" (Mavnon -3E)
A Fountain is blessed by Mavnon! Once its abilities are discovered, many wannabe adventurers make the pilgrimage to the Rilem homelands to drink of the fountain. Many retire early, after being injured despite these blessings, though a few are well on their way to becoming legends. (Mavnon -2E)
Clan Rilem begins conquering Human Tribes! They mainly target the weak and peaceful ones. Many surrender immediately upon seeing how outgunned they where. Most resisted in some form, only to be conquered by the Clan Rilem forces. The orders on what to do with conqured forces are being carried out.
Strangle, there seems to be few Utther worshipers who staid in CRD territory. Most seem to have left to join a powerful new Kingdom far away, where Utther worship is oddly popular.
Illyria helps conquer territories. She is made the leader of the auxiliary forces, the military troops taken from surrendered Human Tribes. However, her favorite tactic seems to be going into Tribes before the main army and promising to update their technology to fight off the incoming threat. She then helps them outfit their army with cool-looking but useless weaponry that allow the effectively armed invaders to easily take over.
Lan Cao, meanwhile, is tasked with looking over the conquered lands, making sure they are treated well while wiping out the rebels that continue to pop up in heavy-resistance areas. She does it quietly, without alerting the rest of the humans what is going on.
Utther is given a blanket, a stick, and a Wattle steak. No doubt with his personality he will be very grateful for these gifts.
The Loi'naaryt seem to be doing well, for a race that doesn't seem to exist?
Moi'aaty Prayers:
Space Squid: Why does Death exist?
Human Hunter: What race is the hardest to kill?
Saag Soldier: Is there something else we can fight now that the war is over?
Aurosseu:
Follower: Bunches! Energy: See income list. I got it done today! Yay! General Influence: Poor. Nightmares seem to be more common then even dreams, generally lowering your influence significantly.
Aurosseu DOUBLE PRAYERS!
Human Napper: THE NIGHTMARES ARE STILL HAPPENING WHY HASN'T ANYONE STOPPED THIS!
Maag Obolisk Watcher: I just saw that you were sleeping for such a long time! Can I be granted a similar sleep?
Dreamborn Trader: What is the best way to improve relationships with the other races? We need them to breed, after all.
Rebellious Shadow Kabold: I am Bored of nightmares! Can you give me the ability to cause good dreams instead?
Nightmaring Ant: AAAA! A PACK OF MINI-WOLVES WILL DEVOUR MEEEE!
Dreaming Human: Testing, 1, 2, 3! Can I pray in a lucid dream?
The new God Verruckt gets off to a running start, first by creating a Dungeon in the Void! (Note: I will probably count is as 'on-planet' to make it significantly cheaper then a life-supporting planetary body.) To go along with this Dungeon, he invents the Evolution Orbs, which grant many powers to Mortals as they conquer their opponents. No doubt these Orbs will make their way to the planet, with easy availability and impressive powers (Verruckt -12E)(Nilva -2E)
Izgamlo attempts to make several portals with a single point of essence! It seems to work, for the time being, though they feel somehow unstable. Many aspiring adventurers make their way through the portals, often after having partaken of the Fountain. (Izgamlo -1E)
Something happens secretly! (Lorash-10P)
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
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Post by: Stirk on June 13, 2015, 04:36:16 pm
((You missed my first actionpost))
Indeed I did. It will be edited in.
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Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 13, 2015, 04:50:37 pm
2 power to continue blessing the workers on the tower.
1 Essence to stabilize the Space Dungeon portals. ((I was hoping I'd stop when I could make as many portals as I could stably))
Post by: ~Neri on June 13, 2015, 04:52:00 pm
((Wait, why is my mountain made out of sand? It's supposed to be made out of rocks, like pretty much every mountain in existence. I thought it was obvious enough that I wouldn't need to specify, especially after I inspected the crust to find any damage. I need to know if it's really going to remain sandstone before I can do anything.))((I would like to know this as well. Deserts always have a huge rocklayer under them. Why the shit is the whole thing sand?))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 13, 2015, 04:58:00 pm
((Yeah, and since the mountain is the tallest in the world, how is that supposed to support itself and not fall apart if it's made out of sand?))((Wait, why is my mountain made out of sand? It's supposed to be made out of rocks, like pretty much every mountain in existence. I thought it was obvious enough that I wouldn't need to specify, especially after I inspected the crust to find any damage. I need to know if it's really going to remain sandstone before I can do anything.))((I would like to know this as well. Deserts always have a huge rocklayer under them. Why the shit is the whole thing sand?))
Post by: ~Neri on June 13, 2015, 05:01:55 pm
Post by: Dutrius on June 13, 2015, 05:07:00 pm
The Loi'naaryt seem to be doing well, for a race that doesn't seem to exist?
((I created them on tick four:
Moi'aaty considers the Ironwood forests that he had raised, observing the rust coloured bark on older trees and the silvery grey of new growth.
Yes. This shall do nicely.
Moi'aaty creates a new race of mortals, the Loi'naarytSpoiler: Loi'naaryt (click to show/hide)
Create 6E worth of Loi'naaryt, spread across all three world fragments.
Arise Loi'naaryt, my children born of my own Essence and Crux. Arise and tend to the Ironwoods that are your homes and cradles. Be aware that there are other gods besides me, and other mortal races besides yourselves. How they will react to your existence has yet to be seen.
Tick 5: Penguins?
The Loi'naaryt are created and given the basics of tool use! They begin to make their homes deep in the Ironwood forests of the planets (-6E
So, they do indeed exist.))
Post by: Stirk on June 13, 2015, 05:25:17 pm
((Wait, why is my mountain made out of sand? It's supposed to be made out of rocks, like pretty much every mountain in existence. I thought it was obvious enough that I wouldn't need to specify, especially after I inspected the crust to find any damage. I need to know if it's really going to remain sandstone before I can do anything.))
((That is why you didn't have any crust damage. Trying to force a Mountain to grow like that near any civilizations would end up being devastating if done correctly. So, instead, the mechanism of mountain building was taking grains of sand from around the world and essentially teleporting them into the pile, which allows them to stay after the Power wears out, continues to look like a dune and fit in with the desert, and doesn't explode the planet into a new fragment.))
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((Yeah, and since the mountain is the tallest in the world, how is that supposed to support itself and not fall apart if it's made out of sand?))
((The same way it works in all fiction settings: A God did it.))
((Whatever. The Mountain thing really isn't that important, if there is a backlash against it being formed of sand I could just transform it into sedimentary rock, which could be done with a similar mechanism but different materials.))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 13, 2015, 05:37:05 pm
((Wait, why is my mountain made out of sand? It's supposed to be made out of rocks, like pretty much every mountain in existence. I thought it was obvious enough that I wouldn't need to specify, especially after I inspected the crust to find any damage. I need to know if it's really going to remain sandstone before I can do anything.))
((That is why you didn't have any crust damage. Trying to force a Mountain to grow like that near any civilizations would end up being devastating if done correctly. So, instead, the mechanism of mountain building was taking grains of sand from around the world and essentially teleporting them into the pile, which allows them to stay after the Power wears out, continues to look like a dune and fit in with the desert, and doesn't explode the planet into a new fragment.))Quote((Yeah, and since the mountain is the tallest in the world, how is that supposed to support itself and not fall apart if it's made out of sand?))
((The same way it works in all fiction settings: A God did it.))
((Whatever. The Mountain thing really isn't that important, if there is a backlash against it being formed of sand I could just transform it into sedimentary rock, which could be done with a similar mechanism but different materials.))
((Yeah, I'd rather have it made out of stone please. The whole point of the mountain was to be an access to the stone crust.))
Post by: Stirk on June 13, 2015, 05:50:18 pm
((Wait, why is my mountain made out of sand? It's supposed to be made out of rocks, like pretty much every mountain in existence. I thought it was obvious enough that I wouldn't need to specify, especially after I inspected the crust to find any damage. I need to know if it's really going to remain sandstone before I can do anything.))
((That is why you didn't have any crust damage. Trying to force a Mountain to grow like that near any civilizations would end up being devastating if done correctly. So, instead, the mechanism of mountain building was taking grains of sand from around the world and essentially teleporting them into the pile, which allows them to stay after the Power wears out, continues to look like a dune and fit in with the desert, and doesn't explode the planet into a new fragment.))Quote((Yeah, and since the mountain is the tallest in the world, how is that supposed to support itself and not fall apart if it's made out of sand?))
((The same way it works in all fiction settings: A God did it.))
((Whatever. The Mountain thing really isn't that important, if there is a backlash against it being formed of sand I could just transform it into sedimentary rock, which could be done with a similar mechanism but different materials.))
((Yeah, I'd rather have it made out of stone please. The whole point of the mountain was to be an access to the stone crust.))
((Well I tried doing what you had wanted, the main problem was I had no idea what it was that you actually wanted it for :-\.))
Turns out the mountain had actually been a conglomerate of sedimentary rock the entire time! There is several feet to several meters of sand covering it, the story that it was completely made of sand was simply a myth created by slow-thinking Saag who had come to false conclusions after accidentally digging into a sand-dune instead, while drunk. The Aag civilizations proceed to dig a quarry/temple into the side of the mountain, decorating it with glass. It is dark inside the temple, with no real way of bringing light inside practically.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 13, 2015, 05:53:28 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 13, 2015, 07:05:47 pm
Initiate the planting of three new Great Trees with 1 Power each, and use 1 Power each to help them grow with weather manipulation until they can do so fairly well on their own. One will be planted by a shoreline. Another will be planted in a swamp. The last will be planted deeper in the desert, and will be a Great Mana Tree, capable of using it's own form of Great Magic, that few other Great things can. After all, it's filled with magical energy. As a result, it can accomplish almost any form of mortal magic, and some more on top of that (basic, usually big things, but especially growth magic, landscape manipulation, and weather manipulation. They cannot use their growth magic on themselves to do large permanent growth, but they can use it defensively(explosive growth beneath attacker's feet, for example).
Create/Enable the Root Drills, and advise the Saplings to ask the Stones for knowledge of metal working and the like.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 13, 2015, 08:22:46 pm
May I suggest mirrors?
Good idea.
Teach the Aag nation how to make crude mirrors from glass. Tell them to attempt to bring light to the temple by redirecting sunlight. Any portion that can't be lit should rely on torches and braziers. Order them to dig small tunnels on the roof to let the smoke out easily.
Create 3k Deepcrawlers, near the capital:
Spoiler: Deepcrawlers (click to show/hide)
Spend up to 4 power (If not possible, use up to 3E instead) to convert stone in the mountain in veins of every metals possible, roughly in similar proportion as they are distributed naturally (rarer metals are still rare in the mountain in comparison with the other more common ones).
Tell the Aag nation to domesticate the Deepcrawlers and use them to begin extracting stone and metals from the mountain as soon as possible. Explain them the basics of metalwork, but let them do most of the work.
Speak to the nation again:
Great news everyone! The dwarfs will no longer have a monopoly on metals! This is one of the many things the mountain was for. Now quickly get to back to work, you still have a lot to do to catch up with them! Expect a new gift relatively soon.
Encourage the entire nation to work together as a single group. Each city council shall elect a Representative from their own to send to the capital, which will together form the great council, in charge of the nation as a whole. City councils will take care of local tasks and day-to-day governance while the great council will take care of large scale decision and maintain the cohesion of the nation. The capital will also have it's own city council and Representative. Members of every species that inhabit the nation are encouraged to join the council to make sure the interests of everyone are respected. In fact, each city council, along with the great council, will have one additional seat per species.
Survey the nation to determine is any sapiens species other than the Maag and Saag inhabit the nation, and determine roughly the proportion of each use this opportunity to list any prominent cult dedicated to another god, and determine their influence.
Answer to prayers:
Human Revolutionary:
Whatever you choose to do, I wish you courage and good luck.
Worried Maag:
The fight is over now, you no longer have anything to fear.
Worried dwarf:
There is no apocalypse coming. At worst you will see increased warfare on the worlds. There is no reason to hide, but I will not stop you if that is your choice.
Beta Ant:
I have a plan that should help you. Until I begin it, you should focus your advances on magic, attaining a better understanding of the universe, and anything that don't directly require the materials you need.
Dragoon Toolmaker:
I am pleased to hear that you wish to help the world. For your question, do you know of any flammable liquids? Preferably one that takes a long time to burn. Perhaps a fire and heat proof tool coated in that liquid could achieve what you seek? If you know of any flammable gas, and know how to obtain and store it, a device which expel and ignite said gas could also achieve the same purpose. A tool made out of a flammable material could also be used, but the fact that it would be consumed by flames would make it less than ideal, unless it is designed to be able to replace the flammable portions easily, and a fire and heat proof handle is used. So many possibilities... I will let you decide what to choose. Good luck in your project!
Dwarf Weaponsmith:
Are you sure you are addressing the correct god? I do not remember meeting you before. Maybe it is just my bad memory, in which case, I am sorry. Anyhow, I am happy to learn that you were successful in your project. Good luck in your future plans!
Maag Architect:
It seems there was some confusion about the mountain. Things should be fixed now, and your stone should be available soon. You can also ignore the glass tunnel proposition, as the mountain has rendered it obsolete.
Befriend Huon the clothier and wander around in the various villages and the capital, chatting with the locals.
((Sorry again for the ridiculous amount of text everyone.))
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 13, 2015, 08:56:33 pm
Appear before the King of the Moon, suggest that he allies the human King so that there is less risk of death by the other; there are plenty of other places and people to expand, and there is no reason for the human to need to go to the chitin moon. In addition, an alliance would allow the two to fight threats which were too powerful for a single one of them. Recommend this to the human leader as well.
If I have enough Essence without dipping into Crux, craft the Fifth Ring of Patronius; the Ring of Charisma. It grants the bearer improved social skills and gives them an alluring aura, causing others to naturally trust and follow them. It possesses all traits of the Rings of Patronius.
Post by: gman8181 on June 14, 2015, 12:46:31 am
A warm welcome to you all and a brief introduction as well. I am Verruckt the creator of this dungeon. God of the frail and the strong, the foolish and the wise.
Verruckt pauses for a second and gazes thoughtfully across the crowd.
Perhaps that's a bit misleading. To be a bit more accurate, I am a god who seeks to provide the frail with the means to become strong and the foolish to become wise. I am a god of change and evolution. One who wishes to see you all reach your greatest potential and to free yourselves from the shackles in your lives. Here in this dungeon, I welcome the weak but I shun the weak of heart. Those of you who are not willing to lay down all you have to become something greater should leave now. This is a place for individuals willing to risk everything in the hopes of achieving something greater than what they already know.
If adventure and personal growth is what you seek then you have come to the right place. Go through the many floors of the dungeon and defeat its many foes. Give everything you have and you may just be able to gain everything you want. I am not a god who intends to give away power for free nor shall I simply sell it for your worship. Instead I present you all with an opportunity and the tools to accomplish something through your own merits. Prove your worth here and throughout the world and you shall be rewarded by your own efforts. Truly impress me and I shall show you the means to grow more than you would otherwise find possible.
What you learn and gain here will serve you outside this dungeon as well. Those of you who achieve greatness here will stand as the greatest of heroes and villains in the world outside. Grasp what you want in life and let no one deny you the opportunity to become what you want to become!
Any questions?
If there are no questions, Verruck claps his hands together and the audience is teleported back to their previous locations.
Edit:
Assuming there's too many people to reasonably teleport using power, just do a hologram / voice projection instead above all the people in the dungeon.
Post by: ~Neri on June 14, 2015, 12:48:04 am
Post by: gman8181 on June 14, 2015, 12:49:44 am
((Okay, I'll edit in for the possibility of a voice projection instead just in case.))
Post by: Pencil_Art on June 14, 2015, 12:52:40 am
Create a race of crystalline humanoid beings, needing no sustenance, whom's task is to maintain the slab. Check to see if anything is untrue or has otherwise been altered.
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 14, 2015, 12:52:59 am
Spoiler: Prayers (click to show/hide)
"Lauxal, there's still nothing personal about this. In another world, maybe we could co-operate."
Aurosseu uses 6E to create more Walkers. He then selects whichever Walker is most prestigious and empowers it with 4E and 1C to become his first Angel. Neiron, as the Angel is to be named, can cause overlaps between dreams and reality, to as great an extent as the Essence spent is worth. It can also take a mortal's form for a more hands-on approach and conversation. Of course, Aurosseu also grants Neiron true sapience. If the resources spent are not enough, Aurosseu draws further from his Crux.
"Neiron, go and bring the mortals hope."
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 14, 2015, 02:34:06 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 14, 2015, 04:06:00 am
<Skolld, god of Binding and Bone.>
I expect future reactionary action to drain essence, so I must preserve it at the moment.
Possess a wolf, it will then grow the 7 chains (wrists, shins, neck, band, and lower spine), and get stronger bone.
Walk the lands as said wolf, try to find the earth wolves.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 14, 2015, 07:30:55 am
"The dwarves are my focus. They are better- mechanical in some nature. Also- all gods have secrets. Mavnon did something else last turn."
Post by: Detoxicated on June 14, 2015, 09:36:26 am
"Dwarves you are the chosen ones, if you choose to be.
If you train hard, you can overcome any space, any gap, and become one man armies, able to conquer space.
Your mightiest warriors are to gather and begin meditating daily, for one hour pondering over how to overcome space, then they will follow the Ritual of Spaceless Body.
The Ritual of Spaceless Body is a parcours to overcome fear of space as well as proning the physical abilities. The Ritual is repeated until the sun begins setting. When a year of repeating the Ritual of Spaceless Body he may choose to go submit himself to have the Rite of Becoming Space. He has to climb the highest mountain named, and jump over a river. He is now a Body of Space.
The Most Intelligent amongst you may begin their day meditating for 5 hours, pondering over how to become space. Afterwards they submit themselves to the Ritual of Spaceless Mind. This Ritual is designed to teach you the arts of Organization, Efficiency, Trade, Geography and Astronomy. After five years of training you may enter yourselves to the Rite of Overcoming Space. You are to travel within a dream of another and also answer all sorts of Organizational questions. If you enter the trance, perhaps you will jump without moving. You are now a Mind of Space.
You engineers, watch both of them closely and learn from their movements and ponder about space, ponder oh ponder. Bring forth creations of engineering wonder and use all means to achieve creative perfection. Your sole mission is to better the situation of the whole clan, and to eventually truly conquer space. You are to bring forth inventions to aid the grand tower.
All of you are free to pray to your old god, and my Endless Space allows the worship of another, as we stand together like brothers so far. Respect the old laws, as they were presented, unless they have become shallow and outdated, but keep in mind that the Great Space surrounds you."
Grant the wisest warrior of the clan charisma and knowledge in hand to hand combat, meditation, climbing, jumping and give him a vision of the durrakil.
Grant the wisest thinker of the clan charisma and knowledge in Organization, Efficiency, Trade, Geography, Astronomy, and a Technique to organize space in a manner that is pleasing to space, known as Space-Shui.
Inquire the needs of the population of the Space Clan
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 14, 2015, 09:41:20 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 14, 2015, 09:49:15 am
((Didn't you already do that?))((Did not appear in the updates, i think he didn't see it or i was doing to many actions))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 14, 2015, 09:55:14 am
Tick 9: Hello Friend
Stellarion continues to choose his chosen people, who accept the offer gratefully and begin performing the assigned task, following the example given to them by two blessed specifically by Stellarion. They seem to be doing incredibly well for themselves, though some get distracted with other tasks necessary to keep the others going strong. (Stellarion -2E)
Post by: Detoxicated on June 14, 2015, 10:19:30 am
Listen to prayers
Post by: Happy Demon on June 14, 2015, 10:57:18 am
((oh nvm then, somehow i missed it))((Just edit the post you want to be diregarded and use the
Listen to prayers
Post by: Detoxicated on June 14, 2015, 11:36:06 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 14, 2015, 11:48:16 am
Teach the Dwarven Space Clan the secrets of Portal Magic.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 14, 2015, 12:29:38 pm
"ERROR-reboot sequence-... agh. I might have to shut down temporarily, unfortunately. Hibernation, seems like... what will happen to me soon. Not yet."
((I'm going to be temporarily leaving the forums soon.))
Post by: Andres on June 14, 2015, 06:52:56 pm
Post by: micelus on June 14, 2015, 06:59:47 pm
1. Diplomats are to be sent to Loi'naaryt communities and offered Commandery status. If they accept, their leaders are to become de jure equal to Rilem's Regent and be supplied with dwarven goods, technology and education. In exchange, they must establish proper armies to defend their homes as well as aid Rilem when it requires it.
2. Lan Cao is to travel to the capital of the Great Tribe and try to create an alliance between them and Rilem. One condition is that the worship of all gods is to tolerated. Should this go through, go a step further and offer to split up the remaining human tribes between them.
3. Diplomats are to be sent to the dwarven kings. They are to offer greater cooperation and trade between the dwarven realms.
4. Send diplomats to the Aag Nation and the Saplings. Offer a cultural exchange where populations of all 3 parties will have enclaves in each other's territories so as to spread culture and foster cooperation.
Teach Clan Rilem Mobile Portal Doctrine. Rather than engaging in mundane trade and combat, Rilem is to bring all technological and magical arts to their logical conclusion. Rather than making use of supply lines, trade routes or even roads, portals will be set up by dedicated Portabani, portal mages with the sole duty of opening portals. Rather than marching an army through an enemy's defenses, the army will simply teleport directly into the enemy's flanks. Rather than creating structures with entrances, buildings only accessible via portals will be made.
Teach Clan Rilem the wonders of the scientific method.
Check up on the approximate Durazni population.
Post by: Ama on June 14, 2015, 07:24:45 pm
"Lauxal, there's still nothing personal about this. In another world, maybe we could co-operate.""I think I prefer us as rivals. I keeps me more active, always having to create more things to outdo your creations."
Listen to prayers.
Post by: Vgray on June 14, 2015, 10:03:35 pm
Create 10k empathic armored and clawed Lizard-Men and put them somewhere in the Maag desert.
Uztot changes back into old man form.
"I'm not entirely certain what just happened."
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 14, 2015, 10:08:33 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 14, 2015, 10:21:45 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 14, 2015, 10:29:22 pm
Oh, and while you're here Uztot, what are you going to do with all of those lizardmen? They're pretty close to my civilization.
Oh, and what kind of data did you get, Aurosseu? Anything useful?
Post by: Vgray on June 14, 2015, 10:38:57 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 14, 2015, 11:15:39 pm
."Erm. Azem. He also likes to be addressed as Goldfather. Lizardmen? What Lizardmen?((I pretty much only asked the name because I wanted to add it to your character list so I wouldn't forget it again, which I just did. (I mean adding it, not forgetting.)))
This Azem fellow briefly mentioned something about giving you a gift before creating them. They are in the Aag desert currently, if you want to look at them. You might want to do something about them too, I don't think Azem gave them any food, and I wouldn't want to see them preying on my people. Maybe they could work together with my nation and integrate it? I certainly wouldn't say no to an ally.
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 14, 2015, 11:22:18 pm
What? I thought I was everyone's favorite split personality."I did specify taking the form of an emerald dragon. I don't see you doing that too often."
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Oh, and what kind of data did you get, Aurosseu? Anything useful?"Well, for one, Azem can clearly use divine power while in control of Uztot..."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 14, 2015, 11:49:27 pm
"I did specify taking the form of an emerald dragon. I don't see you doing that too often."Fair enough...
"Well, for one, Azem can clearly use divine power while in control of Uztot..."This isn't exactly related to dreams, but it is still true. It seems to mean that possession of a god by another one is possible. This is definitively worth researching. In fact, I will have to ask him many questions when he comes back, he seems to know quite a lot of interesting things.
I can already predict that Iliseth will find his case particularly intriguing, and possibly plague him with questions.
Post by: Vgray on June 15, 2015, 12:36:26 am
Tell the Lizard Men the Aag are friends and guide them to the Aag nation.
"By the way Lithus, Azem would like to know how you two get along."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 15, 2015, 01:13:23 am
"Ah. Hm."
Tell the Lizard Men the Aag are friends and guide them to the Aag nation.
"By the way Lithus, Azem would like to know how you two get along."
Hmm? You mean me and him? Shouldn't he know? Anyways, I don't have anything against him, and I haven't really interacted with him enough to be able to tell how we will get along. If he's interested in allying with me I'm always open to the idea. Oh, and I'd like to know more about how the two of you seem to be linked, if you have no objection of course. Is he the manifestation of your secondary aspect, like Luthus is to me? Or is he an independent entity? And who is in charge? I must admit your case is very intriguing. I will have some questions for him later.
Explain the Aag nation that the Lizardmen created by Azem/Uztot are joining the nation, and ask them to grant them full citizenship and the status of member species, which means one free seat in every council. Also specify that they might need food and water, and order them to start importing more.((In theory they should already have some reserves for the animals they receive from trade, which should be enough to sustain them until proper food start arriving.))
Post by: Vgray on June 15, 2015, 01:36:00 am
Post by: Jbg97 on June 15, 2015, 02:28:01 am
Utther doesn't care though.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 15, 2015, 08:52:51 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 15, 2015, 10:05:46 am
"Greetings, is there anything I can do to release your misery?"
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 15, 2015, 10:35:58 am
Appear before Uztot.((Offer of assisted suicide?))
"Greetings, is there anything I can do to release your misery?"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 15, 2015, 12:52:12 pm
"Let me rephrase that. We're both interested in how exactly your duel nature works. As to what he is...I'm not quite sure. A hallucination made real by my own divine power? Actually a being older than we are? And I thought I was in charge, but that's clearly not the case. I wasn't even aware he could do that..."
Ah, I see. My second nature seems to be in some kind of dormant state until he is needed. We seem to work in unison, as we both strive to achieve the same goals through different means. I enable progress while he stops any threats it might encounter. I do not know what will happen if we ever come to a disagreement, or if it is even possible. He has been mostly inactive so far, so it is hard to judge him.
Give Utther a lightweight folding rocking chair and a cup of warm coffee.
Be a good boy now, will you? I don't want to have to discipline you all day.
Oh hi, me.
...That felt pretty weird talking to myself. If that is myself, I'm not entirely sure yet.
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 15, 2015, 02:33:44 pm
The speak in unison along with the original: "We know our split personality is more literal and less psychological, but do you accept us into your gang?"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 15, 2015, 04:57:55 pm
A clown car parks nearby, from which a few dozen Aurosseus emerge.
The speak in unison along with the original: "We know our split personality is more literal and less psychological, but do you accept us into your gang?"
I guess? I have nothing against the idea. I'll let Uztot choose, however.
Post by: Vgray on June 15, 2015, 08:01:59 pm
"Fine fine. Just try to behave."
Cue form change, which can henceforth be assumed whenever text color changes.
"It's great to be back little godlings."
Post by: ~Neri on June 15, 2015, 08:20:13 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 15, 2015, 08:27:21 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 15, 2015, 08:51:22 pm
Among other things, I'd like to know if you share the same aspects as Uztot or if you have your own, where do you come from, and how did you get here? Your speech seems to imply you come from some kind of alternative reality or a distant assembly of gods similar to ours. Do you know if there is many like us? Do you know anything about the nature of reality that might be useful for us to know, such as what is behind this barrier around us? How does your link with Uztot works? What pushed you to leave your world to join ours? Is this kind of transfer easy to replicate? Could we establish a line of communication with other gods? Do you know of any instances of multiple assemblies joining in a single group? Would that be even possible? Is there any reason why this wouldn't be desirable? How many universes did you visit? Are we doing better than average? Or worse? Is your home universe based on a different logic as our own? Does it have different rules to determine how gods works? Do you know if it is possible or desirable to alter these laws? Who or what set theses laws in the first place? Is it annoying when I bombard you with questions like that? Should I stop? Or maybe I can continue? Are you going to answer every single of them? Or are you going to ignore them and tell me to stop? Would you be able to make me stop if you really wanted? Am I going too far? Is there such a thing as going too far? Who am I? Who or what is behind my creation? Is this even real?
Oh, and lastly, what do you think of Aurosseu trying to "be accepted in our gang", as he/she/it/whatever put it?
Post by: Vgray on June 15, 2015, 09:03:52 pm
"Slow down. Let's prioritize. Ask five questions of me hatchling. Only five."
Post by: Detoxicated on June 15, 2015, 09:25:09 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 15, 2015, 09:51:00 pm
Azem tilts his head.
"Slow down. Let's prioritize. Ask five questions of me hatchling. Only five."
...Sorry.
Anyways, here are the questions I have chosen:
1- Do you share your aspects with Uztot, or do you have your own set, and if the latter, what are they?
2- Why did you come to this universe/dimension/reality/world instead of staying wherever you were born?
3- Do you know what is behind this barrier that surrounds us?
4- Do you consider me an ally, a foe, or are you neutral towards me, and did my previous barrage of questions affect your answer?
5- When you say I am only allowed to ask five question, does that means forever or just for this occasion, and would me promising to stop bombarding you with questions change your answer?
Post by: Vgray on June 15, 2015, 10:04:03 pm
"My memory on this is hazy."
"I do not. If you wish, I could tell you about my bubble, and the Void beyond."
"Your spheres would've aligned well with mine I suspect. Uztot certainly considers you a potential ally. As for the questions, you are merely curious, and I do not begrude that."
"I meant no more than five questions at once, not five total."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 16, 2015, 10:30:17 am
"I myself am not entirely sure. In my own bubble I was originally the god of Greed and Trade, later known as the god of Wealth and Trade."
"My memory on this is hazy."
"I do not. If you wish, I could tell you about my bubble, and the Void beyond."
"Your spheres would've aligned well with mine I suspect. Uztot certainly considers you a potential ally. As for the questions, you are merely curious, and I do not begrude that."
"I meant no more than five questions at once, not five total."
"Bubble? That is how your universe was called? Interesting. And yes, I would be interested in hearing more about your homeworld. Were the gods any different from us? And how old was your universe when you left?
It seems we both consider each other as a potential ally. Perhaps we should officialize this alliance. Do you agree? Our respective species already live together."
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 16, 2015, 01:19:34 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 16, 2015, 04:16:38 pm
Post by: Stirk on June 16, 2015, 08:22:32 pm
Sickly update GOOOO!
Maag Architect: Is that not the purpose of the new Mountain?
The Tower Architects are blessed once again! By this point, a town could fit inside this tower. Many are calling it the mortal-made Great Tree, and there is still no end in sight to its development. (Izgamlo -2P)
The portals finally stabilize! They have the same appearance as the portals connecting the major fragments, with no sign of instability (Izgamlo -1E)
Loi'naaryt: Oh, I see. I just couldn't find it in the searches, I remember the spider-centour-things.
The Loi'naaryt have further developed the ironwood branches, crafting bows to use them as ammo, among other useful tools. They don't seem to have much contact with the other races at this point, staying hidden deep within their own forests.
Speaking of forests, three new Great Trees are created! One in a swamp, one near the shoreline, and the third near the Oasis in the desert with the goal of having greater magic ability. Additionally, more weather changes are done, as has become common. (Teburshe -4P)
The Great Trees spout drill-like roots! They begin digging deep into the ground with the goal of finding metals for the Saplings to use. The Saplings, meanwhile, send offerings to the nearby stones with the hope of learning how to use these new metals. (Teburshe -3E)
The Aag nation turn their ability of glass-making to making simple mirrors, with the intent of lighting the inside of the under-construction temple. They aren't incredibly effective at the task, with each mirror loosing a little light, the deeper it goes the darker it gets. They use other forms of light to compensate, trying to reflect the new light off of new mirrors as they go deeper.
The Deepcrawlers are created and placed near the Maag capitol! They have yet to be tamed, despite the ease of doing so, and have begun digging randomly through the desert with no noticeable goal. (Lithus/Luthus -3E)
Lithus/Luthus then uses Power to transmute stone to metal! How well using Power for this task will go is yet to be seen. (Lithus/Luthus -4P)
The Aag begin trying to capture the Deepcrawlers for domestication, having a little trouble actually tracking down subterranean animals. They do manage to capture a few with the imported knowledge of trapping techniques, and begin the attempts at domestication late into the Tick.
The Aag change their politics once again, under the influence of their God. New leaders come into power, though they are having difficulties finding a politician of each race to fill the other seats.
The Aag nation is mostly composed of Maag, with the Saag making up the other part of the majority. Few of the other Sapient races live here at the time. The nation's lack of food infrastructure and location in the desert make it an unattractive choice for most of the other races, though handfuls of hunters, merchants, and others who do not rely as much on nearby food supply do make their homes here. They do not seem to identify with the larger country as much as the Aag do, forming their own groups in most cases. The most populous of non-Aag races in the nation seem to be Human Hunters, who enjoy hunting the unique Megafauna and Great Beasts that the desert offers, followed by Dragoons who don't seem to mind the heat. A caravan of wondering Nomads passes through every so often, which seems to be composed of representatives from almost every race, though it never stays for very long. Of course, this is not counting the Spirits. Of the known spirits, Hearth Spirits inhabit approximately a third of hearth fires in the nation, as they don't have the same problems normal mortals have with the location.
As for the cults of other Gods, Lithus/Luthus worship is a very solid majority. Most at least worship Lithus/Luthus primarily, with a smaller amount worshiping the others primarily. The amount of the other God's followers seem to be about the same as each other, with the exception of Utther who seems to have no worshipers. There are whispers of people worshiping Nothing, complete with temples and prayers, though you do not have any solid leads on this.
Worried Maag: But it could always pop up again-right?
Worried dwarf: Bunkers it is then!
Beta Ant: Very well, it seems that is still what we are best suited for anyway...
Dragoon Toolmaker: Hmmm...We have alchol, would that work?
Dwarf Weapon-smith: Eh? What had made you think I was talking to you?
Maag Architect: Ah, wonderful! I will be able to make so many interesting designs with this new material!
Huon was easy to befriend, with you being his respected God and all. He offers to lead you around the nation if you wish, saying at the very least it would keep Nilva at bay. Lithus/Luthus otherwise simply chats with the mortals of the nation, which is still and incredibly popular event with thousands lining up for the chance to take advantage of this.
((I think that the human leader hasn't already been granted immortality. In any case, you get to name whoever you make important/ grant immortality to.))
The Human Leader is pushed to even greater heights, after having been granted Immortality! His influence can now be felt in any human land on any of the fragments, with the majority of humanity now under his thumb. He is a little reluctant to give up the title of Tribal Leader that he has held most of his life, but is willing to become the King of the Kingdom of Man if you would push him to do so.
The King of The Moon and the Human Leader seem to be completely unaware that the other race even exists. They don't seem to be opposed to the idea of an alliance, though they would at least like to meet each other first to see what the other race is like.
The Ring of Charisma may or may not be created! This will have to be re-looked at during income calc. Which lucky mortal will be granted the ring is yet to be seen.
Verruckt gives a speech to those who have begun to brave the dungeon! None have any questions, and many take the speech as a challenge to perform even better then they have been. Though a few more cowardly and less power hungry simply leave the dungeon the second they find an Orb of Evolution, looking to sell it on the planet fragments. (Verruckt -1P)
((Teleporting millions of people at once? I don't class that as plausible.))
(There are most certainly not millions of people in the dungeon at the moment. There is a few hundred at most. Most races haven't even hit the million mark yet)
'Sevron creates a new race! The Crystalline humanoids begin to look into the slab, checking for any inaccuracies or modifications. They do not find any. ('Sevron -6E)
Maag Obelisk Watcher: Well, I don't need to eat, all I do is gain wisdom from this Obelisk. But I could gain more wisdom from having sacred dreams!
Dreamborn Trader: I will tell this wisdom to the others. I do hope it works out...
Rebellious Shadow Kabold: Thanks! This will be much more fun! (Aurosseu -1E)
Nightmaring Ant: As they catch the dreamer and start licking him, their tongues grow to massive tentacles and sprout thorns!
Dreaming Human: Yay! Experiment successful!
Many more Walkers are created! The amount of nightmares in the world decreases significantly, as does the amount of dream-catchers being created. The Nightmares still seem to happen much more frequently then the god of dreams would like, however...(Aurosseu -6E)
Next, Aurosseu creates his Angel! He find a Walker who is known to all serious practitioners of Totem Magic as the most powerful, nicknamed the "Nightmare Killer". This Walker is granted numerous powers, and is named Neiron. (Aurosseu -4E, 1C)
Alicia creates the Musings on the floating islands! They begin rapidly developing, the sounds of different instruments filling the Elysiumian air. (Alicia -5E)
Skolld possess a random wolf, which proceeds to grow chains and more powerful bone proper for the possessing God. This wolf then prowls the world searching for Earth Wolves. It finds several, separated by many miles. One was deep in a cave, the other hidden in a swamp, the next up a tall mountain. All seem to want to avoid Mortal contact more then the other Wolves, likely due to all the digging most Sapients seem to be doing lately (Skolld -1P)
Gai-gen begins to study the Dwarves! He seems to learn the majority of things about them, with specifics having to be asked for time's sake.
Stellarion prayers:
Writhe listener: What are those wales singing about? I am so interested in what it could be!
Maag Scholar: What is beyond space?
SC Dwarf: All these rituals and ceremonies are so hard to keep up! Surly, there must be a better way!
The Space-Clan Dwarves are granted knowledge of Portal Magic! They begin adding it to their typical ceremonies, using their new knowledge to better understand space.
Also...
"ERROR-reboot sequence-... agh. I might have to shut down temporarily, unfortunately. Hibernation, seems like... what will happen to me soon. Not yet."
((I'm going to be temporarily leaving the forums soon.))
((Have fun!))
((I used 1 Power to give someone a fey mood and have them make linothorax.))
((Oh. I had assumed that was to invent it.))
The Clan diplomats are sent to the Loi'naaryt's forest to meet with their female leaders. They refuse, not trusting the new Dwarves and seeing no need for their offerings.
The spymaster is sent to the Human Leader, offering an alliance. The Human Leader seems willing to at least offer a non-aggression pact, though he will wait to see how things play out before offering a more complete alliance. Offering to share the remaining human tribes between them are shot down, he seems to believe all of Humanity should be under his domain.
Some Dwarven kings accept the diplomats, while others reject them outright. Opinions on the CR dwarves very from "They are our brothers!" to "They are a completely different species!". Trade increases, though the Dwarves continue to closely guard many of their more secret technologies such as metal working.
The Aag Nation seems to welcome the offer, but wish to have the permission of their God before doing such a thing. The Saplings are less interested, not wanting to live to far from their Great Trees.
Clan Rilem learns the "Mobile Portal Doctrine" and begins applying it to its conquest. This works well at first, but soon the extent of use of the portal magic catches up with the Portabani. Many have important memories erased, simply fail important tasks, or fall over dead. The Portabani are soon seen as walking dead, with few wanting to join willingly. The Clan quickly looses faith in this new doctrine, with many falling back to the old ways.
Most races, including Clan Rilem Dwarves, seem to already know of the scientific method due to it being an important part of Lithus/Luthus worship, and spreading easily to non-worshippers.
Lauxal prayers:
Interested Teeththeif: What exactly is a monster, anyway?
Frightened Teeththief: I was just attacked by something while infiltrating a Human's dream! What in the world was that?
Infatuated Shadow Kabold: I fell in love with a Naiad, but she doesn't seem to like the nightmares I gift her! What should I do?
Azem, who may or may not be more then a figment of the God's imagination, creates the Lizard Men! They begin wandering the desert, hunting with their claws and armor. They seem to be advancing swiftly as well. (Uztot -7E)
After a little wondering, the Lizard Men are lead to the Aag nation. They are fully welcomed by the existing races, and use their empathy to get along incredibly well. The Aag begin importing more and more food, supplemented by the Lizard Men's continued hunting.
Utther is given a warm coffee and a chair! It seems many Gods have forgotten what punishment is.
A small, but wonderful, Oasis surrounds Utther! This seems to make his new lawn overgrow and in dire need of a good mowing. (Stellarion -1E)
The Dwarven crownbearers, the Ant RingBearer, and several Evolution Orb wielding adventurers have been teleported to the entrance lobby of the Dungeon! There, a large Ball of Flesh with hundreds of tentacles attempts to steal their artifacts away from them! This beast seems quite powerful already.
A large Kingdom begins expanding and an impressive rate! It seems to be made up of many different races, at least one example of every planet-bound sapient being found inside of it. Its army conquers even more land from numerous races, with no clear goal, only avoiding lands already taken by the Clan Rilem Dwarves. They will soon be the largest kingdom on this fragment.
The Dwarven armories have been raided! Many of the weapons that the Dwarves had been stockpiling on Godly orders have been stolen, from their advanced artillery to metallic tools that can be used as makeshift weaponry. They Dwarves do not have any leads on the culprits.
Revolution breaks out in Clan Rilem controlled territory! Several important leaders have been kidnapped, with Revolutionaries taking responsibility for these actions.
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
Post by: ~Neri on June 16, 2015, 08:44:59 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 16, 2015, 08:48:31 pm
"Does anyone have information about the weapons thefts?"
Post by: Ama on June 16, 2015, 08:55:05 pm
Lauxal prayers:"Noun/plural noun: monsters/1. a creature that is typically large and frightening."
Interested Teeththeif: What exactly is a monster, anyway?
Frightened Teeththief: I was just attacked by something while infiltrating a Human's dream! What in the world was that?
Infatuated Shadow Kabold: I fell in love with a Naiad, but she doesn't seem to like the nightmares I gift her! What should I do?
Search his mind for info on this attacker.
"Why not gift her some flowers. Everyone enjoys flowers."
Post by: Vgray on June 16, 2015, 08:58:30 pm
"Or you could give her something shiny."Lauxal prayers:"Noun/plural noun: monsters/1. a creature that is typically large and frightening."
Interested Teeththeif: What exactly is a monster, anyway?
Frightened Teeththief: I was just attacked by something while infiltrating a Human's dream! What in the world was that?
Infatuated Shadow Kabold: I fell in love with a Naiad, but she doesn't seem to like the nightmares I gift her! What should I do?
Search his mind for info on this attacker.
"Why not gift her some flowers. Everyone enjoys flowers."
"I'd go with the flowers."
Post by: ~Neri on June 16, 2015, 09:15:56 pm
"Or join that group that gives good dreams and gift good dreams instead.""Or you could give her something shiny."Lauxal prayers:"Noun/plural noun: monsters/1. a creature that is typically large and frightening."
Interested Teeththeif: What exactly is a monster, anyway?
Frightened Teeththief: I was just attacked by something while infiltrating a Human's dream! What in the world was that?
Infatuated Shadow Kabold: I fell in love with a Naiad, but she doesn't seem to like the nightmares I gift her! What should I do?
Search his mind for info on this attacker.
"Why not gift her some flowers. Everyone enjoys flowers."
"I'd go with the flowers."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 16, 2015, 09:19:49 pm
Answer to prayers:
Spoiler: prayers (click to show/hide)
Survey the mountain to see if the transmutation was successful.
Order the Aag Nation to defend it's border more aggressively from invaders and plunderers. Tell them to begin the formation of a permanent army, mostly using Saag and Lizardmen as the infantry, but accepting any volunteer. Any lost territory is to be reclaimed as soon as possible. The research, acquisition through trade and fabrication of new weapons, armor and siege weaponry is to be made a priority. Metalworking must also be perfected.
Appear to the nation:
With the rise of power thirsty leaders and nations, I deemed it a necessity to expand our defensive measures. Do not worry, we are not going at war with anyone, only defending what is ours.
Return to the gods:
Am I the only one that find this new mysterious kingdom suspicious? I will investigate it further, unless someone already know something about it and is willing to reveal it, or has any objection.
Post by: ~Neri on June 16, 2015, 09:28:47 pm
Post by: Detoxicated on June 16, 2015, 09:31:33 pm
Teach the Writhe the language of the space whales.
Tell the Maag "Beyond space, there is Unity. If you look beyond space, you become space, you become Unity"
Teach the most intelligent SC Dwarf deep knowledge of Measurement, as well as how to make paper out of hemp.
Plant various hemp fields surrounding the Village.
Post by: Vgray on June 16, 2015, 09:36:40 pm
"Weren't the Rilem Dwarves taking over human tribes?"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 16, 2015, 09:45:11 pm
Post by: Detoxicated on June 16, 2015, 09:50:54 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 16, 2015, 09:53:30 pm
"Old Man Uztot, why don't you bring discord and conflict to your people here? It might bring progress and prosperity to them, and increase their space of freedom."Uztot blinks.
"If you were talking to me, you want my antithesis, Mavnon. Or perhaps Utther."
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 16, 2015, 11:18:31 pm
Maag Obelisk Watcher: Well, I don't need to eat, all I do is gain wisdom from this Obelisk. But I could gain more wisdom from having sacred dreams!
Nightmaring Ant: As they catch the dreamer and start licking him, their tongues grow to massive tentacles and sprout thorns!
- Aurosseu gives the Maag a taste of power by granting him 10 days of divine sleep.
- Aurosseu investigates around the sleeper in both dreams and the waking world for any creatures or objects causing nightmares, and quarantines any found. He then retries granting sweet dreams. Uses up to 2P, but as little as necessary.
Post by: Andres on June 16, 2015, 11:45:19 pm
I look for the soulless dwarves' bodies.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 17, 2015, 01:21:33 am
Take some time to teach magic to ten random mortals who wish to learn it.
Mavnon, I find the Mobile Portal Doctrine to be appealing, but sadly the way I set up the magic makes it difficult to use effectively. You might be able to use livestock to power the portals. Perhaps if you gave them a way of enchanting artifacts that suck up the large amounts of lifeforce and such released from the dead in battles that can then later be used to power portals? Just some thoughts.
Post by: micelus on June 17, 2015, 01:37:29 am
I use 2 power to continue empowering the workers on the tower, and two essence to strengthen the tower, fusing individual building blocks into a solid and whole and strengthening the base materials used in construction, my sigil begins appearing at several spots on the inside and outside of the tower.
Mavnon, I find the Mobile Portal Doctrine to be appealing, but sadly the way I set up the magic makes it difficult to use effectively. You might be able to use livestock to power the portals. Perhaps if you gave them a way of enchanting artifacts that suck up the large amounts of lifeforce and such released from the dead in battles that can then later be used to power portals? Just some thoughts.
"To be true, I had assumed the dwarves would be intelligent enough to sacrifice animals for this magic. I seem to have overestimated them which is a shame as I had thought them as my favoured children. Luckily, my other side projects have born fruit. Clan Rilem has been given enough tools. If they can't make use of my gifts, they may as well fade into memory and allow others to triumph."
"Old Man Uztot, why don't you bring discord and conflict to your people here? It might bring progress and prosperity to them, and increase their space of freedom."
'You must be referring to me brother. Suffice to say, Agents have been at work. Wait your turn with the rest."
Good point Nilva, but why would they create an independent kingdom? I am certain that a god is behind this. This god is most likely allied, whenever publicly or secretly, to whoever created clan Rilem, explaining why their territory is untouched. Who was it again? He might know something.
Good point Nilva, but why would they create an independent kingdom? I am certain that a god is behind this. This god is most likely allied, whenever publicly or secretly, to whoever created clan Rilem, explaining why their territory is untouched. Who was it again? He might know something.
"I'll be truthful in this matter: I do not put all my eggs in one basket, so to speak. Would be foolish to invest in one race."
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Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 17, 2015, 04:01:06 am
I believe it unwise to so quickly abandon invested resources if they slightly displease you.
Post by: Happy Demon on June 17, 2015, 05:04:21 am
Skolld transcends his wolf form, to better command the wolves.
"The earth wolves shoulder heavy binds, too heavy. I will lighten the pain from your binds temporarily, so you are not crippled, without decreasing your control of the earth.
The pain will return in full force once the time is up, so use this time to go to the civilizations, and teach them the error of their ways."
Lighten the pain from the earth bind without limiting their power. Do this for 3 ticks.
"I shall also change you to something that is not a wolf, and your home shall now be closer to the earth, not in the mountains.
If anyone hurts you recklessly with digging tunnels, you have my permission to make their tunnels cave-in. They shall learn to respect the earth, and you along with it."
Change the earth wolves. Their bodies becoming more compact, and they skulls shorter, but with stronger bone, and a bite that can go through bone.
They shall have long hairs on their face with which they feel, so they can easier navigate forests in the night, and caves without light. Their legs become able to do great leaps.
Their eyes shall more easily adapt to the dark of night, and be better adapted to vertical movement. Their fur shall be shorter, and patterned in yellow and black. They shall become jaguars.
Maybe one day people will find a way to dig that does not hurt you as much, if at all."
Skolld returns to his wolf form, and may use up to 4 crux if necessary to do his actions.
The change to the earth jaguars shall be a voluntary act, those who accept the form shall enjoy the benefits.
But their fur will be so short they cannot go to the mountain tops, due to the cold.
"Those who wants the blessing of becoming an Earth Jaguar shall find it beneficial in the lower grounds, but cannot go to the mountain, as your fur would be too thin.
This is a big decision, so choose carefully."
Edit: Changed the action.
Post by: ~Neri on June 17, 2015, 05:11:42 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 17, 2015, 05:26:02 am
"Might I suggest not forcing a formchange on an entire species? Let them decide their own form on the individual basis."[Skolld, god of Binding and Bone]
"I put the binds on these wolves, but it isn't enough with these bodies. They need a more adapted body in order to more effectively do their duty.
It is only some of the wolves, those aligned with the element of the earth, you got plenty of other wolves."
Post by: ~Neri on June 17, 2015, 05:32:15 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 17, 2015, 05:44:36 am
"The difference is they are sapient. They have their own minds. Doesn't really matter if you made them sapient initially. They've bred. The children have grown their entire lives as wolves. Don't force a form shift on the entire race. Instead ask on the individual level. Let each one chose for themselves."[Skolld, god of Binding and Bone]
"I do not change my mind, but I shall let them choose. In their own way.
Oh, and how do you speak to me, who are you? I haven't heard the other gods ever since I took this form."
Skolld transcends once again, to change the nature of his curse, and change the command (there's a delay between sending and receiving).
Post by: ~Neri on June 17, 2015, 05:49:24 am
"As for speaking to other gods. You need to listen. Have you listened~?"
Post by: Happy Demon on June 17, 2015, 05:53:20 am
Skolld is in his wolf form once again.
"I have now allowed them to choose, did you not see my change to my command? There is a delay between sending and receiving. I can use that delay.
As for the other gods, I used to hear them all the time. Now I do not, likely because of the body I possess.
But I ask again, who are you?"
Post by: Vgray on June 17, 2015, 05:54:31 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 17, 2015, 05:57:32 am
"I'm surprised at the lack of reaction to my claim of being about a hundred ticks older than all of you.""You're either telling the truth or you're a hallucination. You gain and lose nothing from truth or lie. Therefore no reason not to assume truth."
"I have a question for you by the way. What do you know of 'Nothing?'"
[Skolld, god of Binding and Bone]"Didn't see the change."
Skolld is in his wolf form once again.
"I have now allowed them to choose, did you not see my change to my command? There is a delay between sending and receiving. I can use that delay.
As for the other gods, I used to hear them all the time. Now I do not, likely because of the body I possess.
But I ask again, who are you?"
"I am Nilva. God of Nonstandard Gendering and Wolves.""
Post by: Happy Demon on June 17, 2015, 06:01:34 am
"Is it the domain of wolves that allow communication to this mortal body so easily?
Edit: Strikethrough.
Post by: ~Neri on June 17, 2015, 06:07:34 am
((Ignore the color issue. That was accidental.))
Post by: Vgray on June 17, 2015, 06:09:32 am
"Ah yes. That. I have my suspisions. I might even tell you of them one day. But I remember what knowledge of dark things did to my bubble. It tore the Council apart in an endless cycle of paranoia."
Post by: ~Neri on June 17, 2015, 06:14:46 am
(I just realized Azem claimed to be about a thousand ticks old, not a hundred. Whoops. A hundred is correct though.)"Explain? Why paranoia?"
"Ah yes. That. I have my suspisions. I might even tell you of them one day. But I remember what knowledge of dark things did to my bubble. It tore the Council apart in an endless cycle of paranoia."
Post by: Happy Demon on June 17, 2015, 06:20:33 am
Changing someone's body against their will, is changing someone's body against their will. Not rape, idiot.
Wander the lands as a wolf.
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 17, 2015, 06:21:36 am
"Explain? Why paranoia?""I think I know what he means. The lynch mob that emerged against Utther is something that would incite paranoia, as well as the subterfuge going on around."
"Also, the Council? What's that?"
Post by: micelus on June 17, 2015, 06:32:16 am
It is quite possible portal magic was simply unfamiliar to them, and they weren't aware they could do that. After all, it can take years to fully master its intricacies, and their teaching might have been imperfect. Where did they learn it again?
I believe it unwise to so quickly abandon invested resources if they slightly displease you.
"Abandon? No. They displease me, but just because they have shown themselves to be incompetent does not mean I will leave them so soon. More failures and idiocies and then perhaps I will. But not yet."
Post by: Vgray on June 17, 2015, 06:35:36 am
Azem sighs.
"There exist beings beyond even the power and comprehension of gods. At least where I come from. That is all I will say on the matter."
"I refer to the Council of gods. A union as old as the gods themselves."
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 17, 2015, 06:36:34 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 17, 2015, 06:36:57 am
Post by: Vgray on June 17, 2015, 06:44:22 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 17, 2015, 06:46:23 am
Was it Illyria who taught the Rilem portal magic? I'm just curious about along which channels magical knowledge is propagating.It is quite possible portal magic was simply unfamiliar to them, and they weren't aware they could do that. After all, it can take years to fully master its intricacies, and their teaching might have been imperfect. Where did they learn it again?
I believe it unwise to so quickly abandon invested resources if they slightly displease you.
"Abandon? No. They displease me, but just because they have shown themselves to be incompetent does not mean I will leave them so soon. More failures and idiocies and then perhaps I will. But not yet."
Post by: micelus on June 17, 2015, 06:49:08 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 17, 2015, 06:57:23 am
"No, I told them directly at their birth. It is quite odd truly that once a god has created something magic others may freely teach it and yet the same does not apply to other technologies."Ah, that simplifies my searching. Just a moment, finding the relevant records...
Teach Ritual magic to Clan Rilem.So it seems you just told them to take up Portal Magic. If I'm reading this correctly you didn't give them any actual instruction in Portal Magic, only Ritual Magic. So they seem to be effectively self-taught. No wonder there are problems.
Tell 5 of them to take up Portal Magic and gather as much knowledge as possible from the Ritualstones. Inform them of what they are, what they do and the nearby Saplings. Keep doing this until they exhaust all mortal knowledge. Encourage them to learn metalworking via the Ritualstones if they don't already have it.
((I don't believe there would have been any writing concerning Portal Magic until I taught the Space Clan, so couldn't have learnt from Ritualstones))
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 17, 2015, 07:11:05 am
PM stuff.
Post by: micelus on June 17, 2015, 07:26:58 am
"No, I told them directly at their birth. It is quite odd truly that once a god has created something magic others may freely teach it and yet the same does not apply to other technologies."Ah, that simplifies my searching. Just a moment, finding the relevant records...Teach Ritual magic to Clan Rilem.So it seems you just told them to take up Portal Magic. If I'm reading this correctly you didn't give them any actual instruction in Portal Magic, only Ritual Magic. So they seem to be effectively self-taught. No wonder there are problems.
Tell 5 of them to take up Portal Magic and gather as much knowledge as possible from the Ritualstones. Inform them of what they are, what they do and the nearby Saplings. Keep doing this until they exhaust all mortal knowledge. Encourage them to learn metalworking via the Ritualstones if they don't already have it.
((I don't believe there would have been any writing concerning Portal Magic until I taught the Space Clan, so couldn't have learnt from Ritualstones))
((Hmm. It still worked though. Ooh, Idea.))
"Then I suppose some...reeducation is in order."
"Oh and Lithus, I do hope this duel of ours will be enjoyable."
Tell Illyria to teach some CRDs the proper use of Portal Magic. Make it a point that they are supposed to sacrifice livestock and not to use their own memories. Furthermore, a government ministry will ensure that there are sufficient livestock to support the needs of the Portabani. This livestock will be raised in the newly conquered territories. Inhabitants will be encouraged to begin raising livestock via decreased taxation. Indentured servants will be forced to work as shepherds/farmhands. If no one is willing to undergo the process...well there is a reason I'm the goddess of Conflict. Force them to on the pain of divine punishment.
Teach the CRDs Military Professionalism. This would include knowledge on proper formations, supply lines, tactics, stratagem and discipline.
Teach all dwarves Masonry if they don't already know it.
Order CRD to begin fortifying their surface settlements.
Order Illyria to invent new weapons/equipment for Clan Rilem.
Inquire on the weaponry and equipment used by the CRD forces.
Tell the CRDs using the Ritualstones to halt all sacrifices and explain to me everything they've learnt. All of it.
Also, implant this into the minds of every adventurer who has sipped from the Fountain/Hero's Charge. Any captured revolutionaries will be personally interrogated by Lan Cao.
Spoiler: New Quest Available! (click to show/hide)
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 17, 2015, 09:05:04 am
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The Dwarven crownbearers, the Ant RingBearer, and several Evolution Orb wielding adventurers have been teleported to the entrance lobby of the Dungeon! There, a large Ball of Flesh with hundreds of tentacles attempts to steal their artifacts away from them! This beast seems quite powerful already.
It would appear that there has been another attempt to assassinate leadership of mortals. Maybe not quite that, maybe just an attempt to thieve artifacts of divine origins. Interestingly enough though, those of Clan Rilem and those of human empire were unaffected.
If no god acts to deal with the kidnaped people : Teleport dwarven crownbearers back to where they belong. Express some minor dissatisfaction to them about what is happening within the dwarven lands. Use power to conjure a drop (1g) of antimatter within that large ball of flesh.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 17, 2015, 09:19:59 am
Use power to conjure a drop of antimatter within that large ball of flesh.That might damage the Dungeon, which would be a shame. Could you try for something less indiscriminate and with less collateral damage maybe?
Also, you'd kill all the innocent people that happened to be at the entrance level to the dungeon at the time. Such as my ant king and the various adventurers.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 17, 2015, 09:32:08 am
There are many others who could and should act before me. If they do, all the unfortunate consequences you mentioned would be avoided. Yet I will not allow others to mess around so easily with creation, and I care not for those who would.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 17, 2015, 09:36:38 am
Also, the blast would spread out through the portals as well, probably blowing up some mountains, which are mostly dwarven territory, so you'd be harming your own people.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 17, 2015, 09:51:35 am
I will only conjure the antimatter if nobody resolves the matter. I would conjure only a tinyest bit of antimatter, mere single gram. Enough to erase anything on the first dungeon floor, including those that would hide in the shadows, for I doubt the fleshball is alone, yet hardly dangerous to that which lies beyond the portals. If other deities do not concern themselves to deal with somone atempting to monopolise on mortal races, then I will not concern myself with colateral damage.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 17, 2015, 10:04:57 am
The Ant king may be able to leave, but that does not aply to adventurers or my Crownbearers. If you do not concern yourself with those that are not yours and ignore that somone is trying to steal both your rings and my crowns in addition to cripling free dwarves who are the only civilization not being conquered, why would I care about a life of a single ant?You are the one who said each us must care only for our own creations, as you are doing. Now you would condemn me for responding as to why I did not wish to waste power protecting my own? I am not the one here actively endangering the lives of mortals, quite probably including some dwarven adventurers that have just entered the dungeon for the first time. Should I kill some of your dwarven kings myself as well if you're being like this? Why should I care for the life of a single dwarf?
Also, I like how you insinuate that ants aren't a civilization. And the rings aren't mine. I don't mind that one was gifted to the ants but nor do I particularly value them.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 17, 2015, 10:19:33 am
((When did I say that we should care for our races alone?))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 17, 2015, 10:34:05 am
And with a divinely empowered monster combined with however many are hiding in the shadows, I truly doubt that there are any adventures on the first floor at the moment.You seem to have forgotten all the Evolution Orb bearers teleported to the location
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 17, 2015, 10:40:32 am
IF: I have only enough power to teleport one person back, teleport the ant ringbearer. Instruct him to begin using his magic defensively to prevent further incidents such as this one.
IF: It looks like all the leaders will die, descend and seize the Ring of Magic. I refuse to let it fall into the hands of a monstrosity.
Allow the human leader to retain his title; I dub him Frederick. I also bestow upon him the Ring of Protection. This should go far to defend him from hostile magicks.
Spend 2P (if available; do not spend Crux to do this) to aid Frederick's tribes in battles and wars.
Form the High Church. Appear before each Ringbearer; command them to take their rightful place as a high priest within the Church. For Sankis, give him the option of becoming the Knowing One (blessed scholar within the Church) and being given all the resources the Church has to offer, or being confiscated of his ring. I will NOT harm Sankis in any way unless it's the only way to get my artifact back in the case that he refuses to become the Knowing One (Further information about High Church below).
Spoiler: High Church (click to show/hide)
Command the High Priests to begin spreading the faith. The more they spread the faith, the more blessings they will receive and the stronger possibility they will receive a new Ring or artifact.
Listen to prayers.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 17, 2015, 11:10:18 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 17, 2015, 11:20:04 am
"Oh and Lithus, I do hope this duel of ours will be enjoyable."Duel? Did I miss something?
Oh, and Lorash, you forgot the Aag nation. They have yet to be involved in a war.
Slay the dungeon beast with a futuristic rifle armed with explosive plasma bullets, as Luthus. Gift the rifle to the great council. The rifle regenerates it's all of it's ammo within 4 minutes, making new bullets return as time pass, instead of reloading everything in a single burst. Tell the council that this weapon must be studied and reverse engineered, without destroying it.
Accept Huon's offer, as Lithus.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 17, 2015, 11:53:53 am
(To Izgamlo)
And so our dispute is settled by god actualy dealing with the problem instead of trying to talk me out of it.
(To Lithus)
I thought that the force which contains all races would look to Aag as well, but it seems I was wrong. Apologies for the mistake.
(To crownbearers)
It would seem that some god once again wants to deal with leaddership. Targets chosen seem to sugest growning empires as on one side with the culprit. War seems to be innevitable, prepare for it.
Listen to prayers.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 17, 2015, 01:25:07 pm
He means the Clan Rilem revolution."Oh and Lithus, I do hope this duel of ours will be enjoyable."Duel? Did I miss something?
Post by: gman8181 on June 17, 2015, 01:27:27 pm
This could be interesting to watch under different circumstances. Seems a little too sudden though. No dramatic buildup to the encounter. Everyone just getting teleported here to fight seems boring...
Maybe a dramatic battle with several monsters against the kings and their soldiers... That would be better. Or even a group of adventurers going on a quest to steal the crowns and rings...
Verruckt snaps his fingers and teleports the monster to a deeper floor according to its strength.
Sigh. Anyway, if any gods want to play games in my dungeon, please be aware from this point onward, that the first floor is off limits. The dungeon has a very deliberate and structured... ecosystem I suppose. I don't want anyone making the first floor into a battle arena or it'll disrupt the flow of new adventurers coming in.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 17, 2015, 04:27:31 pm
You imply that I was behind this? Anyone with half a brain would've seen that revolt coming ages before, even without any intervention. Because I am the god of revolutions doesn't mean I am behind every single one of them. I only revolt against things that stall progress, and this clan does not, as far as I know.He means the Clan Rilem revolution."Oh and Lithus, I do hope this duel of ours will be enjoyable."Duel? Did I miss something?
That was a lot less tactful that I would've wanted.
Oh, and Verruckt, do you have any problem with me experimenting with that dungeon of yours? I won't break anything of course.
Tell the Aag nation that I will postpone my decision to allow or forbid the cultural exchange to later, as I have some investigation to do before. Also tell them that any attempt by the new kingdom (or anyone else) to seize any portion of their territory is to be seen as a declaration of war.
Post by: Vgray on June 17, 2015, 04:58:27 pm
Post by: gman8181 on June 17, 2015, 06:14:00 pm
The first floor is of course reserved and should not be tampered with.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 17, 2015, 08:02:38 pm
"Lithus, should I just call you Lithus? Anyway, I welcome the idea of an alliance. Are there any particulars you wish to discuss?"
Great. I cannot think of anything to add to the alliance for now, we will probably establish these when the need arise. Should we give a name to this alliance?
I have no particular qualms with you using the dungeon. Just make sure you carry out your experiments on an appropriate floor. The more dangerous it is, the deeper you should perform the experiments.
The first floor is of course reserved and should not be tampered with.
Good. My experiments shouldn't destroy anything beside the resident monsters from time to time. This place will make a great weapon testing area. I will of course respect your rules, I have no reason to seek trouble.
Izgamlo, would you mind contributing your portal aspect to help me create a permanent portal to the dungeon? That would be very kind of you.
Create a lifeless body identical to a clawed Lizardman in every aspect and possess it. Perform a test run with weapons and armor typically used by the Aag nation in the dungeon. Determine how far I can go before the body is killed. Show a level of competence equal to a typical Lizardman soldier.
Post by: Vgray on June 17, 2015, 08:34:31 pm
"I personally like the name Pantheon of Prosperity. Which my hazy memory tells me may have been the name of what was effectively a defensive pact against the god of Weapons."
Post by: Ama on June 17, 2015, 09:21:17 pm
Block this god from communicating with my followers."Or join that group that gives good dreams and gift good dreams instead.""Or you could give her something shiny."Lauxal prayers:"Noun/plural noun: monsters/1. a creature that is typically large and frightening."
Interested Teeththeif: What exactly is a monster, anyway?
Frightened Teeththief: I was just attacked by something while infiltrating a Human's dream! What in the world was that?
Infatuated Shadow Kabold: I fell in love with a Naiad, but she doesn't seem to like the nightmares I gift her! What should I do?
Search his mind for info on this attacker.
"Why not gift her some flowers. Everyone enjoys flowers."
"I'd go with the flowers."
Post by: ~Neri on June 17, 2015, 09:41:07 pm
Counter.Block this god from communicating with my followers."Or join that group that gives good dreams and gift good dreams instead.""Or you could give her something shiny."Lauxal prayers:"Noun/plural noun: monsters/1. a creature that is typically large and frightening."
Interested Teeththeif: What exactly is a monster, anyway?
Frightened Teeththief: I was just attacked by something while infiltrating a Human's dream! What in the world was that?
Infatuated Shadow Kabold: I fell in love with a Naiad, but she doesn't seem to like the nightmares I gift her! What should I do?
Search his mind for info on this attacker.
"Why not gift her some flowers. Everyone enjoys flowers."
"I'd go with the flowers."
Post by: Ama on June 17, 2015, 09:47:33 pm
Counter this counter.Counter.Block this god from communicating with my followers."Or join that group that gives good dreams and gift good dreams instead.""Or you could give her something shiny."Lauxal prayers:"Noun/plural noun: monsters/1. a creature that is typically large and frightening."
Interested Teeththeif: What exactly is a monster, anyway?
Frightened Teeththief: I was just attacked by something while infiltrating a Human's dream! What in the world was that?
Infatuated Shadow Kabold: I fell in love with a Naiad, but she doesn't seem to like the nightmares I gift her! What should I do?
Search his mind for info on this attacker.
"Why not gift her some flowers. Everyone enjoys flowers."
"I'd go with the flowers."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 17, 2015, 09:50:54 pm
Yes that includes you Nilva
All of them
Post by: ~Neri on June 17, 2015, 09:56:26 pm
Counter the counter's counter~Counter this counter.Counter.Block this god from communicating with my followers."Or join that group that gives good dreams and gift good dreams instead.""Or you could give her something shiny."Lauxal prayers:"Noun/plural noun: monsters/1. a creature that is typically large and frightening."
Interested Teeththeif: What exactly is a monster, anyway?
Frightened Teeththief: I was just attacked by something while infiltrating a Human's dream! What in the world was that?
Infatuated Shadow Kabold: I fell in love with a Naiad, but she doesn't seem to like the nightmares I gift her! What should I do?
Search his mind for info on this attacker.
"Why not gift her some flowers. Everyone enjoys flowers."
"I'd go with the flowers."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 17, 2015, 10:02:38 pm
Keep doing that, maybe I'll learn something interesting! A few more rounds of countering would be best.
Post by: Ama on June 17, 2015, 10:03:38 pm
Slap.Counter the counter's counter~Counter this counter.Counter.Block this god from communicating with my followers."Or join that group that gives good dreams and gift good dreams instead.""Or you could give her something shiny."Lauxal prayers:"Noun/plural noun: monsters/1. a creature that is typically large and frightening."
Interested Teeththeif: What exactly is a monster, anyway?
Frightened Teeththief: I was just attacked by something while infiltrating a Human's dream! What in the world was that?
Infatuated Shadow Kabold: I fell in love with a Naiad, but she doesn't seem to like the nightmares I gift her! What should I do?
Search his mind for info on this attacker.
"Why not gift her some flowers. Everyone enjoys flowers."
"I'd go with the flowers."
Post by: Andres on June 17, 2015, 10:04:39 pm
"Uztot, with the creation of Art I feel able enough to interact with your soul and mind. This should let me find this "Azem" and remove it from your mind, assuming you still wish me to do so. Could you give me access?"
Check up on that Human leader. Does he still worship me as I dictated when I created Humanity?
I listen to 3 Human prayers and 2 non-Human prayers.
I look for the location of the gods. Are they spread over the void or are they in one metaphysical location?
Post by: Ama on June 17, 2015, 10:06:20 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 17, 2015, 10:22:28 pm
Listen to prayers.Slap the slap with a trout~
The slap is obviously not intended to be harmful.
Post by: Vgray on June 17, 2015, 10:32:15 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 17, 2015, 10:39:39 pm
"On a completely unrelated note. I'm sorta wondering what happens if gods procreate with each other. Like. Does it make more gods? Does it just rend reality? Does it make lil baby abominations? This is an interesting subject. Also I wonder what happens if it's done with mortals."
Post by: Vgray on June 17, 2015, 10:42:43 pm
"I do have a few thousand years over you you know."
Post by: Stirk on June 17, 2015, 11:34:43 pm
Yeah, still don't have those income up. Lot of work still getting over the sick thing.
Nilva investigates Nothing! Several mortals tell them that the worship of "Nothing" is simply an interpretation of not worshiping anything. Others are more tight-lipped about this. Izgamlo helps.
Lovecraft seems to have written a large amount of anachronistic babbling that may or may not have anything to do with the Nothing. Some interesting samples:
Spoiler: Lovecraft Quotes (click to show/hide)
How bizarre, and no doubt plot irrelevant!
Maag Architect: Well....Thanks for the advice, I guess. The question kind of got outdated.
Interested Teeththeif: Doesn't that describe most life on the fragments?
Frightened Teeththief: He seems to have been attacked by some form of spirit while in the Dreams of another, which had driven him out.
Infatuated Shadow Kabold: Flowers? Shiny things? Well, I can't change who I am by joining those freaks, but I will try with the rest. Thank you so much!
The New Kingdom indeed seems to be spreading into the edge of the unnamed Maag desert, taking over several several small settlements near the edge that have not yet been able to alert the Maag as a whole.
Lithus/Luthus appears before the New Kingdom's King! He seems to be a strong young Human who wants to further build his kingdom. No divine meddling can be found in anything near the kingdom, though a small amount of Mortal activity is obviose.
Worried Maag: If the Gods fight, does it matter how far we are? I would not trust something like distance in such a battle!
Worried dwarf: I will be sure to do that! Hiding time!
Beta Ant: I can wait. We will focus on magic, as we had decided with your assistance, in the meantime.
Maag Architect: His works seem to be primarily large public buildings, utilizing stone from the mountain. Most are impressive and ornate, with vaulted ceilings and in-built anti-air conditioning to make them as hot as possible. The most popular seem to be a large Drink Hall, a local Forum for the leadership to meet in, and several temples to numerous Gods.
The Transmutation seems to have failed! The metals returned to stone, releasing a significant amount of radiation into the surrounding area as they do so. Fortunately, no Mortal seems to have been harmed by this.
The Aag begin to, once again, prepare for war! Many volunteers begin training for combat as the nation puts its research efforts into warfare. The largest supplier of high-tech weapons before, the Dwarves, are still recreating their own armory. However, the Aag nation seems to manage to purchase several weapons that appear to have been taken from the Dwarves, though at a large price, in various black markets. Huan the Clothier does his part, and is currently going over ideas for military uniforms and banners to help group cohesion.
A new caste of space Dwarves is created! Many of of the Dwarves lacking the willpower for the intense regime offered to them join this caste, helping the Clan as a whole by doing the necessary jobs such as farming and brewery.
Writhe: Huh. That explains a little big I guess.
Maag: Ah.....I am now confused. What does this mean?
The Space Dwarf is taught how to make paper, and take measurements. He does little to these immediately, preferring to meditate on them during his long required activities.
Hemp fields are planted around the village! Somehow, many of the FC Dwarves find out that for some odd reason, this material has hallucinogenic properties that where unintended by the God who planted them there! Its starts to be used recreationaly among the Free Caste Dwarves, as its main use.
Maag Obelisk Watcher: He has pleasant and insightful dreams for the first five days, and is thankful for the gift. The next five days he is assaulted by numerous and constant nightmares. As he awakes, he begins to meditate on the meaning of this.
Nightmaring Ant: The Wolves themselves seem to be causing the nightmare, and they flee as you appear. At that point, it is Trivial to give him pleasant nightmares for the rest of the dream.
Iliseth, apparently unconcerned with the multiple conquests of the race she created, attempts to raise a mountain using the mysterious Art! Nothing obviose happens, and the attempt seems to fail. The Dwarves' bodies seem to have long ago vanished.
The Tower continues to jut upwards, now surrounded by a virtual city dedicated to growing it more and more. The materials near the base glow slightly, being blessed to hold the massive weight above them. More work is being done on the inside now, with plans being made to move the city into the tower completely. (Izgamlo, -1P, -1E)
Izgamlo continues to teach more random mortals a variety of magics. Nine seem to be ecstatic with a lesson from the God of Magic himself, with the tenth being slightly dissapointed and only interested in the "True Magic".
The earth wolves have their curse lessened momentarily! They seem to take the orders to "teach them a lesson" differently. Several go into the Nations and Towns of Mortals directly, explaining the powers of their Kin and how they can help lower their pain. Others take it to mean assaulting the Mortals until they stop, and begin forming a coherent Pack with the intent of invading Mortal settlements. They seek out the Immortal Wolf, hoping he would lead them in this. (Skolld -1E)
Skolld then offers to transform many of the Earth Wolves into Jaguars. The majority agree to this change, happily taking their new forms. A few, mostly those living in naturally colder climates, reject the change to keep their long fur. (Skolld -2E)
Next, Skolld begins wandering the lands as the possessed Wolf. The Mortals seem to see him as an elemental Wolf due to his strange nature. Some Mortals seem to fear him, either running at the sight or trying pathetically to attack him. Others are reverent and respectful, leaving out a plate full of raw meats for him to eat. He runs into a bizarre group of Nomads that seems to really like the wolves, who take turns petting him before moving along.
Illyria reports that the CR Dwarves have indeed attempted to use livestock. The have also experimented with using plant life, enemy combatants, captured enemies, and sharing the burden between groups. None are particularly successful, and this is only the beginning of the list of their attempts. She reports that it seems almost impossible for the average Portabanii to borrow energy from an unwilling being, the limited success they have was when the Portabani had raised the livestock themselves. Never the less, they follow your orders and begin raising livestock as demanded.
The CRDs are then given a new Doctrine called Military Professionalism. They seem to know many of the basics, but are grateful for the knew knowledge. They continue to use this ability to expand their Kingdom further.
All clans of Dwarves seem to be well antiquated with Masonry. The CRDs do as ordered, creating more fortifications around particularly vulnerable or valuable areas.
Illyria begins inventing new weaponry for the Clan, taking some of her more interesting designs in the past and what the normal Dwarves have already created. But first, she starts observing the Clan, noting its society and physiology to see what designs will work best with them.
The CRD forces seem to use several designs based off of other race's equipment, made to make use of their limited metal supply. The main infantry weapon seems to be a long spear, based off the hunting Weapons of the Human Tribes they absorbed. This only takes a small amount of metal to create, while allowing for easy formations and avoiding close combat where the Dwarves would be at a reach disadvantage. They have some artillery in the form of simple catapults and trebuchets, but generally only use them to attack fortified positions. The main ranged weapon seems to be bows, which are favored by the Portabanii in particular. They are used for many of the same reasons that the spears are.
The Ritual Stone Squad reports what it knows. It seems they picked up scatterings of different techniques, technology, and other knowledge from all over the Fragments. Many of the details are still vague and will require research, but they feel confident in their ability to copy anything mortal since they went on this mission.
The Adventurers are sent on a Holy mission! Several prominent Revolutionaries seem to have partaken of the fountain as well, and warn the others of this event. Many Adventurers leave the Dungeons or world in hopes of taking this reward, though so far none are particularly successful.
Lorash considers creating 1g of antimatter to destroy the beast! He may or may not realize how expensive it is to create a 43 kiloton explosion, 3 Hiroshima equivalents, and just how far that would go. He may or may not want to price check this city destroying blast before considering something so drastic.
Patronius saves the endangered leaders by teleporting them away from the angry beast! The Beast itself seems dissapointed, though the leaders feel a mixture of gratitude and confusion (those that can feel, at least.) (Patronius -3P)
The Human Leader is dubbed Frederick, and is granted the Ring of Protection! He continues to lead conquests of the Great Tribe, now leaving only a few scattered Human settlements not under his control. He seems to want to expand into other races, though seems to prefer doing it more peacefully to avoid all out warfare. (Patronius-2P)
Patronius creates the High Church! The Ringbearers all agree to join, fearing that if they don't they will loose their precious rings. They don't, however, agree to go to a single location together. They seem to be paranoid about the other Ringbearers attempting to steal their rings away, as many Mortals have before. He dedicates 2P a tick to blessings of this Church, which seems to immediately help it spread.
Most Ringbearers seem to take other actions above spreading your faith, with the exception of Frederick who is much more serious about worshiping you.
Patronius prayers:
Human Tribal Leader: Ah, there is no way I can face the Great Tribe, but I don't want to give up my position of Leadership! What should I do?
Maag Trader: My Countries' economy is totally stupid! Patronius, what is the best way of getting more Things then everyone else in my nation without having to share?
Dreamborn Engineer: That Dwarf Sankis thinks he is the world's greatest engineer, eh? I will challenge him to an engineer off! Winner gets the Ring!
Luthus summons a Plasma Rifle, appearing before the Beast! He swiftly aims and pulls the trigger, hitting it in the side with an explosion like an extremely small spherical sun. A quarter of the beast is removed! It begins regenerating the damage! In addition, while Luthus attempts to leave to give the rifle away assuming his mission is done, the Beasts attempts to steal the rifle! (Lithus/Luthus -3E)
Lorash prayers:
CRD: My Husband was a Portabanii who forgot I even existed...can you try to revive some of his memories!?
Ant Mage: Is it a sin to use memories for Portal Magic?
Saag Miner: If you are the God of Metals, why have you not spread metals to the races yet!?
Verruckt takes a look at the monsters and adventurers, presumably before they are teleported away. The Beast seems to have been created in the dungeon, recently at that. He can easily tell that the adventurers stand no chance, the Beast seems to be Angel or even Archangel quality in terms of raw strength. Alone, it would be able to kill all adventurers on the floor without trouble.
Verruckt teleports the Beast to somewhere where it would be much more fair to fight, far, far into the Dungeon. It seems to have kept the Plasma Rifle despite scarily managing to touch it, with the artifact teleporting with it! No doubt this weapon will only make it more powerful. (Verruckt -2P)
((Ah. So much happening at once with the Beast thing I wasn't sure how to handle everything :-\.))
The Aag are told that the cultural exchange thing will be approved or disapprove later, which they inform the CRDs. They accept this outcome, hoping to never have to go to war, not knowing that it is apparently already declared...
Lithus/Luthus creates a mortal body to inhabit and experiment with! Unfortunately, before he can get past the lobby, the Beast, Crown bearers, and Ant King are teleported back to the places they where before all the teleporting happened! There is no sign of the Plasma Rifle. (Lithus/Luthus -0E)
Lauxal bans his worshipers from talking with Nilva! They seem to listen to this, thus are unable to hear the counters from Nilva.
The counter-war seems to be nothing useful.
((AAAAH THEY DON'T STOP! THEY NEVER STOP!))
Frederick, the Human Leader, seems to be a passionate follower of Patronius and Patronius alone. He is incredibly grateful for all the gifts Patronius has given him, including the Nation he rules, Immortality, and a powerful Artifact. In contrast, he feels Iliseth has given him nothing.
Iliseth prayers:
Human Revolutionary: Why have you let these off-brand Dwarves conquer my hometown? Are we not better then this!?
Human Toaster: Where would we be without this wonderful Great Tribe? Praise Iliseth for giving it to us!
Human Tribe Member: AAAAAH! MY CITY IS FLYING INTO THE AIR OH ILISETH WHAT IS GOING ON!!!!
Space Clan Dwarf: Do all these rituals help me with the Art, and if so, can I use it to teleport?
Musling Minstrel: Is it true that Music is good for your soul?
The Gods all seem to be in the location of the Gods, except the ones who are not. Such as Utther, who was sealed into a mortal.
Lauxal Prayers:
Shadow Kabolds: All these new adventurers seem harder to scare in nightmares! How can I still effect them?
Teeththief: Should Cursed Wolf-teeth be worth more then human teeth? Should we value them by size, or how much the being needed them?
Human Totem Magic Practitioner: So many of my Friends cause nightmares! It is fun when there is only one or two, but if I want to talk to several of my Friends at once not even I can take it! How can I resist nightmares longer?
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 12:09:11 am
Iliseth prayers:"All will be well in due time. In the meantime, I need you to pray to me about everything you know of the Dwarves, their military, their occupation of the town, etcetera."
Human Revolutionary: Why have you let these off-brand Dwarves conquer my hometown? Are we not better then this!?
Human Toaster: Where would we be without this wonderful Great Tribe? Praise Iliseth for giving it to us!
Human Tribe Member: AAAAAH! MY CITY IS FLYING INTO THE AIR OH ILISETH WHAT IS GOING ON!!!!
Space Clan Dwarf: Do all these rituals help me with the Art, and if so, can I use it to teleport?
Musling Minstrel: Is it true that Music is good for your soul?
*appreciates*
Check what's going on with the flying city.
Check what kind of rituals this Dwarf is talking about. Are they Artistic rituals or are they based on a magic system?
"So long as the music doesn't drive those who listen to it insane, it most certainly is."
Once I get the military information from the Human Revolutionary, I create 4P worth of military-oriented, non-sentient Humans and use 2P to arm them and give them martial knowledge. I command them to free the town and other settlements from the invading Dwarves and fight them as long as they can afterwards. They are to avoid collateral damage towards Humans as much as possible.
I create a power(as in physical ability)-decreased, charisma-increased angel with 2E. I will designate this kind of angel as a Leader angel. I spar with it to compare my combat ability with its. It will go to Humans fighting the Dwarves (so long as they don't live in Frederick's lands), teach them Art, form an army, and lead them to the defence of Humanity's lands. The false Humans might not win the war by themselves, after all, and they can't prevent anything. Maybe the angel can help with the horse-riding thing?
Soul sense on Frederick. Does his ring shine?
"I wouldn't worry about Frederick, Patronius. His Ring of Protection is more than powerful enough to withstand my blasts and the fall, assuming I wouldn't catch him.
Post by: Vgray on June 18, 2015, 12:22:36 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 18, 2015, 12:26:22 am
Also prayer listening. Do that.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 18, 2015, 12:34:00 am
I throw Frederick high up into the air. While he's in the air and safely away from anyone, I fire a Soul blast with 1P and then a Fire blast with 1P. Which blast is bigger? Does my primary sphere make up for the inefficiency of the discipline? Catch him before he hits the ground and possibly falls on someone.
"I wouldn't worry about Frederick, Patronius. His Ring of Protection is more than powerful enough to withstand my blasts and the fall, assuming I wouldn't catch him.
"Nonetheless, you'll toy with Frederick over your dead body. You will stop your plans immediately or I will expend every ounce of my strength to combat you. If you desire to play scientist with the mortals, do it with your own angel."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 18, 2015, 12:38:18 am
Create the first Great Reef, and 10k Polyps to go with it. Please tell me you can guess how a Great Reef works, more or less(thugh they probably grow down and out a lot more than they do up...)? Polyps are basically aquatic kelp/coral versions of Saplings. They have fins/a tail instead of legs, usually(they have some of the same limited bodyshaping ability the Saplings do). Spend 3 Power on ensuring good underwater and to an extent surface 'weather' so it can grow nicely. I'm guessing that would have more to do with life in the area than literal weather, at least underwater.
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 12:52:23 am
"Good. Now you know what it is when the lives of your creations and followers are threatened. Just as you did before, I will acquiesce to your request and withdraw my action. I find it a bit amusing that you would categorise an angel as a mortal."I throw Frederick high up into the air. While he's in the air and safely away from anyone, I fire a Soul blast with 1P and then a Fire blast with 1P. Which blast is bigger? Does my primary sphere make up for the inefficiency of the discipline? Catch him before he hits the ground and possibly falls on someone.
"I wouldn't worry about Frederick, Patronius. His Ring of Protection is more than powerful enough to withstand my blasts and the fall, assuming I wouldn't catch him.
"Nonetheless, you'll toy with Frederick over your dead body. You will stop your plans immediately or I will expend every ounce of my strength to combat you. If you desire to play scientist with the mortals, do it with your own angel."
I fire a Soul blast into the lines of a Dwarven army with 1P and then a Fire blast with 1P. Which blast is bigger? Does my primary sphere make up for the inefficiency of the discipline?
Post by: micelus on June 18, 2015, 12:53:35 am
Iliseth prayers:"All will be well in due time. In the meantime, I need you to pray to me about everything you know of the Dwarves, their military, their occupation of the town, etcetera."
Human Revolutionary: Why have you let these off-brand Dwarves conquer my hometown? Are we not better then this!?
Human Toaster: Where would we be without this wonderful Great Tribe? Praise Iliseth for giving it to us!
Human Tribe Member: AAAAAH! MY CITY IS FLYING INTO THE AIR OH ILISETH WHAT IS GOING ON!!!!
Space Clan Dwarf: Do all these rituals help me with the Art, and if so, can I use it to teleport?
Musling Minstrel: Is it true that Music is good for your soul?
*appreciates*
Check what's going on with the flying city.
Check what kind of rituals this Dwarf is talking about. Are they Artistic rituals or are they based on a magic system?
"So long as the music doesn't drive those who listen to it insane, it most certainly is."
Once I get the military information from the Human Revolutionary, I create 4P worth of military-oriented Humans and use 2P to arm them and give them martial knowledge. I command them to free the town and other settlements from the invading Dwarves and fight them as long as they can afterwards. They are to avoid collateral damage towards Humans as much as possible.
I create a power(as in physical ability)-decreased, charisma-increased angel with 2E. I will designate this kind of angel as a Leader angel. It will go to Humans fighting the Dwarves (so long as they don't live in Frederick's lands), teach them Art, form an army, and lead them to the defence of Humanity's lands. The false Humans might not win the war by themselves, after all, and they can't prevent anything. Maybe the angel can help with the horse-riding thing?
Create 4000 Orcs, nomads of the plains who ride worses and horses. Settle them in conquered human territories. They are free to migrate to other areas. While independent from Rilem, they are to have amicable relations with them. Rilem is in turn to teach them everything they know.
Lan Cao is to use her spies to infiltrate the revolutionaries and attempt to subdue them. More importantly, she is to discover what exactly is Art.
Grant Illyria control of 1000 Durazni for her personal use.
Grant CRDs knowledge of sulfur, charcoal (if they don't already) saltpeter and steelmaking.
Advise the CRDs to make greater use of Durazni in their armies.
Congratulate the Ritual Stone Squad and ask them if they require any aid to make sense of their data.
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 01:19:29 am
Spoiler: GM Only (click to show/hide)
Post by: Vgray on June 18, 2015, 01:27:21 am
Iliseth prayers:"All will be well in due time. In the meantime, I need you to pray to me about everything you know of the Dwarves, their military, their occupation of the town, etcetera."
Human Revolutionary: Why have you let these off-brand Dwarves conquer my hometown? Are we not better then this!?
Human Toaster: Where would we be without this wonderful Great Tribe? Praise Iliseth for giving it to us!
Human Tribe Member: AAAAAH! MY CITY IS FLYING INTO THE AIR OH ILISETH WHAT IS GOING ON!!!!
Space Clan Dwarf: Do all these rituals help me with the Art, and if so, can I use it to teleport?
Musling Minstrel: Is it true that Music is good for your soul?
*appreciates*
Check what's going on with the flying city.
Check what kind of rituals this Dwarf is talking about. Are they Artistic rituals or are they based on a magic system?
"So long as the music doesn't drive those who listen to it insane, it most certainly is."
Once I get the military information from the Human Revolutionary, I create 4P worth of military-oriented Humans and use 2P to arm them and give them martial knowledge. I command them to free the town and other settlements from the invading Dwarves and fight them as long as they can afterwards. They are to avoid collateral damage towards Humans as much as possible.
I create a power(as in physical ability)-decreased, charisma-increased angel with 2E. I will designate this kind of angel as a Leader angel. It will go to Humans fighting the Dwarves (so long as they don't live in Frederick's lands), teach them Art, form an army, and lead them to the defence of Humanity's lands. The false Humans might not win the war by themselves, after all, and they can't prevent anything. Maybe the angel can help with the horse-riding thing?
Use 7P to sow Conflict within these humans, forcing them to fight one another.
Post by: micelus on June 18, 2015, 01:29:44 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 18, 2015, 01:30:34 am
Greeting mighty beast, it seems I have misunderstood you in the past, will you forgive my mistake? You have fascinating abilities, not everyone is able to steal from a god. I propose you a deal: If you give me back my rifle, I will make you stronger, smarter and more agile in return, and promise to avoid blowing you up again. I need to tell you before that angering a god is never a god idea.
If the beast gives me my rifle back, without stealing it again, use 2E to empower it, increasing it's intellect, strength, agility and regenerative abilities. Otherwise, condense 3P in a blast of pure destructive power, aimed at it's center.
Answer to prayers:
Spoiler: prayers (click to show/hide)
Create 2k Yaag in the Aag desert, near settlements and centered near the capital.
Spoiler: Yaag (click to show/hide)
Another discourse to the nation:
Hello again, I came here for two main reasons. One of them is to announce the arrival of a new species to the nation. Meet your new friend, the Yaag! They have a great intellect that will surely help progress within the nation, and I count on you to take care of them, as they are unsuited for manual labor. Their creation also mark the end of my initial creation, which will allow me to focus more on progress from now on. The second reason for my visit is about the new kingdom which has been expanding steadily. It seems that they have begun conquering some villages at our frontier. This act of unprovoked aggression must not be left unpunished. I therefore order that the aggressor must be driven out with extreme prejudice, while avoiding collateral damage whenever possible.
Tell the Aag nation to extend it's borders as it becomes feasible to defend until they reach the entire desert, with the exception of sapling and great tree territory, along with enough room to allow them to expand in the future. Land claimed by the new kingdom must be seized by force if necessary. Use 4P(don't use crux if I don't have enough) to temporarily increase the fertility of the Maag, Saag, Yaag and Lizardmen that live in the Aag nation, resulting in greatly increased birthrate.
Use 4E to enrich mount Aagius(the mountain were the capital is located) with every metals possible, exactly like last time but with essence instead of power. If it dips into my crux, do not lower me below 5C.
Patronius, would you mind doing me a very small favor? One of my merchant prayed to you, asking how to cheat the system to become richer. Would you mind telling him to move to a place were it is allowed to become richer that the others, or find a way to fix the problem without letting him cheat the system? Letting him do as he wish would set a very bad precedent in the nation, and I do not want to have to deal with the possible consequences of this.
Post by: micelus on June 18, 2015, 01:41:54 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 18, 2015, 01:50:13 am
Post by: Happy Demon on June 18, 2015, 05:44:31 am
Possessed wolf
Binding my power in such a way has made exploration much more interesting.
Walk the lands of the humans, trying to find anyone in trouble or harms way.
((Don't limit it to sphere related problems.))
Post by: Detoxicated on June 18, 2015, 08:06:16 am
Listen to prayers of Space Clan workers on the Grand Tower.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 18, 2015, 09:48:27 am
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 18, 2015, 10:39:36 am
Patronius, would you mind doing me a very small favor? One of my merchant prayed to you, asking how to cheat the system to become richer. Would you mind telling him to move to a place were it is allowed to become richer that the others, or find a way to fix the problem without letting him cheat the system? Letting him do as he wish would set a very bad precedent in the nation, and I do not want to have to deal with the possible consequences of this.
"Do not worry, your old pal Patronius has a solution that will solve this one's problem without harming you...I hope. In fact, if I'm correct it should end up helping you."
Introduce the notion of Aspects to the High Church.
Spoiler: Aspects (click to show/hide)
Encourage Frederick to do as he wishes. As a mortal, he is blessed with free will. I will not stop him from taking actions, for he is a Leader - and who am I to stop him?
Watch over and protect the Ringbearers. If I notice one is under divine attack, expend all energy necessary to protect them.
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Patronius prayers:
Human Tribal Leader: Ah, there is no way I can face the Great Tribe, but I don't want to give up my position of Leadership! What should I do?
Maag Trader: My Countries' economy is totally stupid! Patronius, what is the best way of getting more Things then everyone else in my nation without having to share?
Dreamborn Engineer: That Dwarf Sankis thinks he is the world's greatest engineer, eh? I will challenge him to an engineer off! Winner gets the Ring!
- "Human, it is simple...go to Frederick and swear your allegiance to him. If you solve this matter diplomatically, you will not HAVE to fight the Great Tribe and will still be allowed to rule your people; though under another's banner." If he accepts my advice, ask Frederick to accept the leader's offer.
- "You, my dear Maag, must be introduced to the idea of Capitalism...it's the ability to earn as much wealth as you desire without doing any work for it. I will teach you how." Teach the Maag about Capitalism
- I will allow this duel to take place. Teleport the dreamborn and Sankis into Sankis' workshop. Take Sankis' ring and tell them that they have one week to accomplish the most impressive engineering feat that they can. The winner will not only receive the ring, he will receive a major blessing of intelligence (1E on this) and be allowed to ask any questions of me for the following week; a true dream for a scholar.
Listen to Prayers. Also; how many followers do I have? Where are they most prevalent? Where are they LEAST prevalent?
Spoiler: TO ALL GODS: (click to show/hide)
If I have enough essence to do this without dipping into Crux, craft the Ring of Empathy. It allows the user to understand the pain and feelings of any other, while also allowing them to relate to said beings (and take advantage of them if it is that type of mortal). As a side effect, it also grants the ability to heal injuries. It possesses all traits of the Rings of Patronius.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 18, 2015, 11:24:47 am
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Lorash prayers:
CRD: My Husband was a Portabanii who forgot I even existed...can you try to revive some of his memories!?
Ant Mage: Is it a sin to use memories for Portal Magic?
Saag Miner: If you are the God of Metals, why have you not spread metals to the races yet!?
CRD: Find the records of those Portabanii who are still alive within Divine Library. Return the memories to them.
Ant Mage: By sacrificing memories you sacrifice your own life, for can you truly say that you were alive if remember nothing of it? Yet the years you passed do not return with the passing of memories, leaving user at the end of their life with nothing to show for it. Yet it is the choice of user if they desire to trade in their life for power that portals bring. So it is not a sin, it's just as idiotic as burning your own limbs for warmth.
Saag Miner: For it would invalidate the work done by those races that have discovered metals on their own. Would it be fair if two were rewarded equally if only one worked? I placed neither barriers on searching for answers nor any restriction on trade. Separate races excel at different things; some have entirely no need for metals, so I'd recommend either trading goods for metal items or secrets for knowledge of metalcrafting.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 18, 2015, 12:04:43 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 18, 2015, 12:06:13 pm
Erm... Patronius, this is exactly what I was hoping to avoid with the merchant. I made my society in a way that allows everyone to benefit from it's work without having to fear a lack of funds in their projects. Perhaps you could show him how to improve the economy of the nation as a whole? That would technically fulfill his wish for wealth without ruining my economic model. Perhaps he could start organizing a better trade network which would benefit everyone, himself included? This would be quite close to what you proposed.
"Capitalism benefits everyone; he simply has a different job than everyone else. While everyone else's is to work in manual labor positions, he organizes the corporation and makes the economy more efficient."
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 18, 2015, 12:25:07 pm
Post by: gman8181 on June 18, 2015, 12:31:47 pm
Assuming they accept, Verruckt modifies their evolution orbs so that they evolve at an even more rapid pace and begins training them.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 18, 2015, 12:36:30 pm
What is this? Comunists are rebeling because any individual is more likely to see flaws in others and their work than in himself and his? What a surprise. Yet as Aag has yet to become conquered, I would sugest Mutualism.
Not at all. A single merchant has decided that he wanted to become richer than the others. I am currently trying to prevent him from spoiling my system for his personal gain. And to clarify, my system is not communist, it is merely inspired by it. Mutualism is not appealing to me.
Patronius, I will be forced to ban this merchant from the country or make his action illegal if you continue to push for capitalism. If you really wish to see this system in place, you are free to establish it somewhere else. I do not enjoy seeing my creation being tampered with.
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 18, 2015, 12:56:25 pm
-high church stuff-"Interested."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 18, 2015, 12:59:25 pm
"Although...why would being administrative...rather than manual labor...entitle him to a greater share than any other?"
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 18, 2015, 01:17:32 pm
"Knowledge cannot be limited."
"This...High Church....what does it entail...?"
"Worship of leaders and the God(s). Central aspects of the Church are worship of the aspects that make up a leader. It is a new Church, so it has plenty of room for new doctrine."
"Although...why would being administrative...rather than manual labor...entitle him to a greater share than any other?"[/shadow][/color]
It's the demand of labor. There are fewer administrative positions, and they require high quality of work. If someone else is more skilled at said work, they take on the job and receive more benefits for being at the peak of the food chain. Manual labor has more positions available, and so while it may be harder; there is a much higher supply for it... Patronius continues to drone on about Capitalism.
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 18, 2015, 01:18:59 pm
Aurosseu listens to prayers.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 18, 2015, 01:25:26 pm
"I would assume you want to assume leadership of this pantheon of the High Church, Patronius? Do tell me more, but I doubt I will join such an inequal group."
Aurosseu listens to prayers.
"I know this goes against what information you possess of me, but I actually do not really think that a definitive LEADER of the pantheon is required. As long as each God chips in to Pantheon goals (that are decided upon by the pantheon as a whole). Of course, someone to directly act for these goals would be required, but I'm sure that could be sorted out without one God acting as dictator."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 18, 2015, 01:39:02 pm
"I am not tampering with anything. I am simply giving my knowledge to those who pray to me; if you wish to ban him from his own country for having opinions different from your own, go ahead. You might have to banish quite a few of your creations from their own homes, however."
"Knowledge cannot be limited."
Very well. If this is how you wish to play...
The worship of patronius is now forbidden within the Aag nation. Any attempt to force capitalism in the nation is to be fought with any mean necessary. Patronius is now declared an official enemy of the nation. No physical harm is to be done to his follower for now. Those who insist on worshiping him can either leave the nation or face criminal charges. use up to 4P(do not dip into my crux) to prevent patronius from communicating with those inside the nation.
For this unprovoked aggression of my principles and my creation, you can now count yourself among my enemies. I do not want to see you touch my creation ever again with your filthy hands. Doing so will result in harm done to you and your followers. I will naturally reject your pantheon and oppose it. Anyone interested in joining him should also know that doing so will greatly lower our esteem of them.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 18, 2015, 02:06:39 pm
Very well. If this is how you wish to play...
The worship of patronius is now forbidden within the Aag nation. Any attempt to force capitalism in the nation is to be fought with any mean necessary. Patronius is now declared an official enemy of the nation. No physical harm is to be done to his follower for now. Those who insist on worshiping him can either leave the nation or face criminal charges. use up to 4P(do not dip into my crux) to prevent patronius from communicating with those inside the nation.
For this unprovoked aggression of my principles and my creation, you can now count yourself among my enemies. I do not want to see you touch my creation ever again with your filthy hands. Doing so will result in harm done to you and your followers. I will naturally reject your pantheon and oppose it. Anyone interested in joining him should also know that doing so will greatly lower our esteem of them.
"It is sad to see that you refuse all principles except for your own. I will not retaliate, because I am not a God-Tyrant who rules over mortalkind with an iron fist. You speak of aggression, but the only thing I see is the diffusion of knowledge."
Let the Ringbearers know of this narrowsightedness through visions, but do not command them to do anything (that's not to say I'm barring them from doing anything of their own free will) and do not retaliate directly.
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 18, 2015, 02:16:54 pm
"-- I actually do not really think that a definitive LEADER of the pantheon is required. -- I'm sure that could be sorted out without one God acting as dictator."Aurosseu blinks. Which is an impressive feat for one without eyes.
"W-what? Is this a dream no this is not a dream... ...Oookay, I'll consider the idea of joining your pantheon. I did not expect you to say either of those phrases, EVER. Another problem with my membership might be my ambivalence on many topics. You couldn't expect me to back you on every issue, at least fervently so."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 18, 2015, 02:19:37 pm
Very well. If this is how you wish to play...
The worship of patronius is now forbidden within the Aag nation. Any attempt to force capitalism in the nation is to be fought with any mean necessary. Patronius is now declared an official enemy of the nation. No physical harm is to be done to his follower for now. Those who insist on worshiping him can either leave the nation or face criminal charges. use up to 4P(do not dip into my crux) to prevent patronius from communicating with those inside the nation.
For this unprovoked aggression of my principles and my creation, you can now count yourself among my enemies. I do not want to see you touch my creation ever again with your filthy hands. Doing so will result in harm done to you and your followers. I will naturally reject your pantheon and oppose it. Anyone interested in joining him should also know that doing so will greatly lower our esteem of them.
"It is sad to see that you refuse all principles except for your own. I will not retaliate, because I am not a God-Tyrant who rules over mortalkind with an iron fist. You speak of aggression, but the only thing I see is the diffusion of knowledge."
Let the Ringbearers know of this narrowsightedness through visions, but do not command them to do anything (that's not to say I'm barring them from doing anything of their own free will) and do not retaliate directly.
Stop painting yourself as a saint. You have tried to push an ideology to my creation while I was clearly against it. You are as guilty as I am of forcing an ideal. Your move was simply more subtle, but no less present than mine.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 18, 2015, 02:25:38 pm
"W-what? Is this a dream no this is not a dream... ...Oookay, I'll consider the idea of joining your pantheon. I did not expect you to say either of those phrases, EVER. Another problem with my membership might be my ambivalence on many topics. You couldn't expect me to back you on every issue, at least fervently so."
"Eh, that's fine. I'm ambivalent on a lot of topics, as well; my largest concerns are simply the safety and leadership of the mortals. Other than aiding me if the Church or one of the Pantheon is directly attacked by one of the other Gods, I don't really expect you to expend all your efforts on the Pantheon. There will, of course, be projects which may (or may not; this has yet to be decided) be mandatory/highly recommended that you spend a small amount of essence on, but the benefits far outweigh the downsides as far as I can see."
Stop painting yourself as a saint. You have tried to push an ideology to my creation while I was clearly against it. You are as guilty as I am of forcing an ideal. Your move was simply more subtle, but no less present than mine.
"I am certainly not a saint, but atleast I'm not a tyrant. I did not try to push ANY ideology on you or your creations - I was giving someone who was praying to me what he wanted. He desired a way to earn vast wealth, so I explained to him how this might be possible. I force nothing on the mortals - what they do with what I give them is entirely up to them."
"I dunno, maybe you should consider the idea that not everyone is happy with your silly utopian nonsense."
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 18, 2015, 02:38:22 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 18, 2015, 02:46:48 pm
I will not join this pantheon, Aurosseus. My disagreement with patronius notwithstanding, I believe more in progress for a group than individual gain, as the latter is inevitably made at someone's else expense while the former benefit everyone equally.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 18, 2015, 02:52:26 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 18, 2015, 02:58:41 pm
"...for example, Liuthus, were I a mortal who stumbled upon a vein of iron...and I mined it to sell or forge...no one else would be hurt by this action...What about the Earth Wolves?
Post by: ~Neri on June 18, 2015, 03:02:44 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 18, 2015, 03:03:46 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 18, 2015, 03:09:27 pm
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 03:37:43 pm
"I was giving someone who was praying to me what he wanted.""So if I find a mortal who prays to me asking for power so they might conquer the other races and force worship of me onto them, I should be allowed to give that mortal power? I'm sorry but this is entirely unacceptable."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 18, 2015, 03:42:59 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 18, 2015, 03:45:08 pm
"Frederick is one who would forcibly convert others to his worship and claim no responsibility since it's actually his follower doing the converting of their own free will, even if he gives them great power to do so. I can never be in a pantheon with him."
"Your claims that he is forcefully converting people is supported by absolutely no evidence. Mortals can worship whoever they damn please; and mortals can make other mortals do whatever they damn well please."
"So if I find a mortal who prays to me asking for power so they might conquer the other races and force worship of me onto them, I should be allowed to give that mortal power? I'm sorry but this is entirely unacceptable."
"How is aiding someone with his dream of becoming wealthy even in the same category? Capitalism is not inherently evil, and you are completely misrepresenting my argument."
"Leadership is more than power....it is also responsibility...to those people whom one leads...and for the actions of those people...I would think that your follower, Patronius, would be more aware of this than most...although I think that as usual...Iliseth does not actually understand the situation...considering we were speaking of a merchant, not a king..."
"I wouldn't disagree with you; leadership is definitely responsibility to those whom one leads. However, Frederick has done no wrong; these claims that he has are based in fantasy."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 18, 2015, 03:57:07 pm
"Leadership is more than power....it is also responsibility...to those people whom one leads...and for the actions of those people...I would think that your follower, Patronius, would be more aware of this than most...although I think that as usual...Iliseth does not actually understand the situation...considering we were speaking of a merchant, not a king..."
But are merchants not kings when money is the only power? If this merchant start capitalism, he will have a clear advantage against those who join later, ensuing his rise to power.
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 04:03:51 pm
"Iliseth does not actually understand the situation...considering we were speaking of a merchant, not a king..."
"I wouldn't disagree with you; leadership is definitely responsibility to those whom one leads. However, Frederick has done no wrong; these claims that he has are based in fantasy.""It's a similar situation to what Frederick is doing. He's conquering all those he sees regardless of whether they want to be conquered or not. He finds whatever excuse he can and does so, Patronius always helping by supplying him with more power. In all three cases, it is a god supplying a mortal with power so they can indirectly increase the god's power at the expense of others, all the while the gods are saying it's neither their fault nor their responsibility."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 18, 2015, 04:07:01 pm
"...and you 'united' Humanity under your priests, Iliseth regardless....of whether they wished to be united or not...what someone wants, and what is best for them, are not always the same....all of you make far too much fuss about such matters..."
Post by: Vgray on June 18, 2015, 04:20:56 pm
"Hasn't my counterpart of Conflict all but admitted having a part in the formation of this kingdom?"
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 04:28:22 pm
"...and you 'united' Humanity under your priests, Iliseth regardless....of whether they wished to be united or not...what someone wants, and what is best for them, are not always the same....all of you make far too much fuss about such matters...""Firstly, that was at the beginning of their creation when they were all as devoted to me as possible. They would've happily done whatever I asked, my wants becoming their wants. Secondly, I chose my priests from the wisest of Humanity so they could lead their tribes during the early stages of creation since at the time, NO form of government had ever existed. As you said, a flawed system is better than no system, though in this case it's a matter of opinion whether it was flawed or not. Thirdly, tribal leaders eventually took the place of priests as they died and the wisest were presumably born outside the priesthood. All evidence suggests that it was a peaceful and willing transition."
Post by: Stirk on June 18, 2015, 04:32:45 pm
"...and you 'united' Humanity under your priests, Iliseth regardless....of whether they wished to be united or not...what someone wants, and what is best for them, are not always the same....all of you make far too much fuss about such matters...""Firstly, that was at the beginning of their creation when they were all as devoted to me as possible. They would've happily done whatever I asked, my wants becoming their wants. Secondly, I chose my priests from the wisest of Humanity so they could lead their tribes during the early stages of creation since at the time, NO form of government had ever existed. As you said, a flawed system is better than no system, though in this case it's a matter of opinion whether it was flawed. Thirdly, tribal leaders eventually took the place of priests as they died and the wisest were presumably born outside the priesthood. All evidence suggests that it was a peaceful and willing transition."
((Note: One of the Events you missed was the "Regicide", where the majority of Leaders in the world where killed.))
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 04:37:03 pm
((Note: One of the Events you missed was the "Regicide", where the majority of Leaders in the world where killed.))(I actually managed to get involved in that. I tried blasting Utther with a cannon but I failed because of PM's low priorities. Just in case you missed it, I said in the OOC that the action would've been done before the cursing, at least she would've sped up the time of the attack to [immediately] when people started talking about the curse. So the tribal leaders only appeared when the theocracies were cast down?)
Post by: Stirk on June 18, 2015, 04:38:24 pm
((Note: One of the Events you missed was the "Regicide", where the majority of Leaders in the world where killed.))(I actually managed to get involved in that. I tried blasting Utther with a cannon but I failed because of PM's low priorities. Just in case you missed it, I said in the OOC that the action would've been done before the cursing, at least she would've sped up the time of the attack to immediately when people started talking about the curse. So the tribal leaders only appeared when the theocracies were cast down?)
((Why are you asking me? I forgot that you even made that action. I have had no clue what has been going on since tick one.))
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 04:39:41 pm
Post by: Stirk on June 18, 2015, 04:43:07 pm
(You just brought up the Regicide for some reason and I thought the two topics were relevant.)
((I bring up random irrelevant things all the time. It is how I distract and confuse the government agents stalking me.))
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 18, 2015, 04:44:55 pm
"...Very well....if you wish to debate every small point....and insert words into my mouth, I will oblige...to your first point, I respond that you cannot be sure of that, because you did not bother to check....unless you did so in secret, which is doubtful...to your second point, I said that all systems are flawed...I did not say they were better than no system...some systems are not...to your third point, what evidence?...do you mean a lack of evidence to the contrary?"
"Allow me to make my opinion clear...the Growth of a kingdom is still Growth, even if it casts others into Shadow....so long as the method of it's Growth does not significantly impede or interfere with the Growth of other...things, for lack of a better word...then I accept, and even support it....I have seen nothing to indicate life being worse in this new kingdom, or Progress being slower...if I do see something of the sort, perhaps I shall change my mind..."
"Speaking of which...Patronius, I have two questions of you now...the first, what does being a part of that kingdom entail?...the second, what method....or series of methods, do they use to acquire new territory...?...and beyond those questions, I have something else to tell you..."
"Should your new kingdom harm or attempt to conquer the Great Trees through force or coercion...rather than diplomacy or simply leaving them be, once their borders meet with the Great Trees....then that kingdom will fall into dust, ruin, and Shadow...as rebellion and discontent Grows within it's heart like a festering parasite...and it's enemies Grow strong on it's weakened borders...even as it is strangled by it's own oversized bureaucracy...I do not appreciate either Mortal or God interfering with the garden I tend...I do not mean this as a threat..."
"....I mean it as a warning, and a promise."
((
Post by: ~Neri on June 18, 2015, 04:52:38 pm
((You are the Agent.))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 18, 2015, 05:00:16 pm
"You all seem to assume...a great deal...power is far more than coin...whether it is capitalism or communism...democracy or dictatorship....power lies in loyalty, and strength of will...power lies in knowledge, and perception....the versions of these that are purchased are mere Shadows of their true nature...it is rare for purchased loyalty to be true until death...and nothing, Liuthus, is ever truly assured...nor is he necessarily interested in power...some merely want comforts and a simple life...would you attack the poor fellow for wanting something better for himself and his family...?...a merchant provides a service, that of distributing and transporting goods...it is not a perfect system, perhaps, but no system ever is...let Progress run it's course...if tribal societies are communist....then would not capitalism be progress...only being possible in more advanced societies?..."
"...and you 'united' Humanity under your priests, Iliseth regardless....of whether they wished to be united or not...what someone wants, and what is best for them, are not always the same....all of you make far too much fuss about such matters..."
I have to disagree on a few points my friend. Tribal societies naturally favor those in power, meaning that they are not communist. I also believe that my nation have progressed enough to no longer be considered tribal, as they have permanents settlements, a stable government and plenty of scientific knowledge. And finally, I do not see capitalism as an advancement over communism, as an equal society is happier than one were wealth is largely owned by a small elite.
"Should your new kingdom harm or attempt to conquer the Great Trees through force or coercion...rather than diplomacy or simply leaving them be, once their borders meet with the Great Trees....then that kingdom will fall into dust, ruin, and Shadow...as rebellion and discontent Grows within it's heart like a festering parasite...and it's enemies Grow strong on it's weakened borders...even as it is strangled by it's own oversized bureaucracy...I do not appreciate either Mortal or God interfering with the garden I tend...I do not mean this as a threat..."
This one of the reasons why I am opposed to see patronius implement capitalism within my borders. He has no right to choose for them. Regardless if he attempts to bring his ideology by empowering those who already seek it or by more direct actions, he is behind this and cannot claim that he is simply helping people. He helps those whose goals align with his, which is no different than enforcing his will, as those opposed to him suffer all the same.
I hope you see this disagreement of ours as nothing more than a debate, as I do. I do not want to see a divide between the two of us.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 18, 2015, 05:09:53 pm
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 05:11:12 pm
Post by: Stirk on June 18, 2015, 05:13:39 pm
((So we gonna ever get tick 11 income calculations? You said wed get some from tick 12 sometime, but I'd take even 11))
((Tick 11 calcs have been done for a week. I remember you complaining about them.))
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 18, 2015, 05:18:01 pm
((I somehow mixed up tick 12 and 13. My point is, last two turns have no calculations and I have no clue what I can actualy do without killing myself.))((So we gonna ever get tick 11 income calculations? You said wed get some from tick 12 sometime, but I'd take even 11))
((Tick 11 calcs have been done for a week. I remember you complaining about them.))
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 18, 2015, 05:21:33 pm
"Perhaps you and I have different ideas of what capitalism means, Liuthus...or perhaps simply different ideas of what makes people happy...nor do I wish to be in Conflict with you, my friend...our spheres mesh too well to be held back by simple differences of opinion...though I am curious now...would you consider Sapling society communist...or benevolent dictatorship? And I think it would be interesting to hear Uztot's thoughts as well...considering the nature of their relationship with the Great Trees..."
"...finally, my real concern with your ire is just....he seems to be teaching a mortal how to do something...if the other Maag...or was it an Aag?...it is difficult to keep them straight anymore, my apologies...but if the others do not want to participate, will they not simply refuse to purchase his goods...?...capitalism requires buyer and seller, after all...besides, education is Progress, is it not?...on another note...now I am curious...how does a communist society trade with external entities?..."
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 05:24:16 pm
(We also don't know if Utther is still mortal-sealed. It's kind of an important thing to know whether the wrathful god of Destruction is active or not.)((I somehow mixed up tick 12 and 13. My point is, last two turns have no calculations and I have no clue what I can actualy do without killing myself.))((So we gonna ever get tick 11 income calculations? You said wed get some from tick 12 sometime, but I'd take even 11))
((Tick 11 calcs have been done for a week. I remember you complaining about them.))
"So, Lithus and Uztot, what should we name our pantheon? Should we name it at all?" (Might be important if another pantheon pops up and I'm making a GM/Pantheon Only action.)
EDIT: "The ILU (pronounced ee-loo) Pantheon, perhaps?"
Post by: Vgray on June 18, 2015, 05:33:07 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 18, 2015, 06:50:39 pm
Regardless if he attempts to bring his ideology by empowering those who already seek it or by more direct actions, he is behind this and cannot claim that he is simply helping people. He helps those whose goals align with his, which is no different than enforcing his will, as those opposed to him suffer all the same.
I would like to admit that you are correct about some things while incorrect about others.
1. I pay attention to ANY who PRAY to me; not simply those who wish to conquer the universe or some nonsense. If one were to pray to me questioning how he might equalize the social structure of a country, I would aid him.
2. You have proven that you have no clue what my goals are, so you have no place to speak as if you do.
3. Suffer all the same? Hogwash.
4. I will, however, admit that I possess bias toward those who align with my spheres. There is absolutely nothing wrong with this. I will, however, tell you what; I will NOT give any assistance to the merchant aside from the knowledge of capitalism. If you still wish to ban my worship for the simply act of giving knowledge to mortals, you have proven that you are lying to yourself and everyone else when you state that you are the God of Progress. Progress is forward movement, and this cannot be accomplished by restricting ideas.
"Should your new kingdom harm or attempt to conquer the Great Trees through force or coercion...rather than diplomacy or simply leaving them be, once their borders meet with the Great Trees....then that kingdom will fall into dust, ruin, and Shadow...as rebellion and discontent Grows within it's heart like a festering parasite...and it's enemies Grow strong on it's weakened borders...even as it is strangled by it's own oversized bureaucracy...I do not appreciate either Mortal or God interfering with the garden I tend...I do not mean this as a threat..."
Keep in mind that Frederick's nation is the Great Tribe. I'd also like to point out this part of Tick 13: "He seems to want to expand into other races, though seems to prefer doing it more peacefully to avoid all out warfare."
Frederick is not the warmonger that the others make him out to be. Sure, he desires more power. This does not mean he wants to kill everything else!
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 18, 2015, 06:53:43 pm
"I refer to true tribal societies, the earliest of their sort...if I remember correctly, for humans, at least...they were primarily led by a council of elders within each tribe...and there was no need for even so much as a barter system...in the short time before Iliseth created the Theocracies, at least....I'm guessing that only in times of war, when a single decisive leader is more beneficial, would they have migrated away from that...and even then, it would only become permanent...once those leaders intentionally remained at war until their power was cemented..."
"Perhaps you and I have different ideas of what capitalism means, Liuthus...or perhaps simply different ideas of what makes people happy...nor do I wish to be in Conflict with you, my friend...our spheres mesh too well to be held back by simple differences of opinion...though I am curious now...would you consider Sapling society communist...or benevolent dictatorship? And I think it would be interesting to hear Uztot's thoughts as well...considering the nature of their relationship with the Great Trees..."
"...finally, my real concern with your ire is just....he seems to be teaching a mortal how to do something...if the other Maag...or was it an Aag?...it is difficult to keep them straight anymore, my apologies...but if the others do not want to participate, will they not simply refuse to purchase his goods...?...capitalism requires buyer and seller, after all...besides, education is Progress, is it not?...on another note...now I am curious...how does a communist society trade with external entities?..."
Now I understand your argument better with this definition of a tribal society. We would need to see whenever an elder council or a single leader is the norm, if there is any. I believe each tribe have the possibility of having a different ruling system, which would make any generalization quite hard to be made.
Your saplings present an interesting case. Are the great tree to be looked as a class within the system, or are they simply performing a set of duties imposed by the nature of their gender? If the latter, we would need to compare how great trees fare compared to each other, but even in this case, would a society were one gender has a monopoly on power be considered a dictatorship? I wonder if the concepts of communism and dictatorship can even apply to this species. Perhaps we will need to come up with a new name for this unique system.
The merchant was a Maag. Saag is probably the other name you were looking for, as Aag refer to the group that they form together, along with the newly created Yaag. The lizardmen, while being members of the Aag nation, are not classified as a Aag species, as this group only covers the three sapient species I designed to complement each other. This doesn't mean that the lizardmen are discriminated against, as this classification has no impact on the rights of a species. Rather, it is only meant to be a scientific classification. Kinda like all wolf shaped wildlife can be classified in a single group. Kinship between members of the nation is encouraged, and discrimination would be counter-productive to that purpose.
Finally, regarding my actions against capitalism were done because I believe this system would work against my goals. One advantage, and main reason of my choice for my current system is that it allow people to work on any project without the fear of lacking the funds to sustain themselves along with their project. In a capitalist society, only those with a decent amount of funds could work on these kind of projects, and even then, they would need to make a profit from this if they want to work on it at full time. Special funding could be granted, but then we would need to establish measures to make sure no one attempt to cheat the system, which would cost resources and require many employees. I have decided to make my own system, which would be created to enable these things from the start, rather than creating workarounds and fixes for a preexisting system. And then you also have to take in account that each of my species are specialized for some tasks, some of which would not be necessarily able to earn a profit in a capitalist system. As for your question on trade, anything earned from it is shared in the village in which the merchant. The great council then makes sure that resources are properly distributed between villages and the nation as a whole. As I mentioned earlier, this system is not quite communist, but greatly inspired by it and altered to suit my purposes.
Sorry if I have been rambling for too long, I do not see time pass when I discuss of something that interest me.
Oh, and Illiseth, I have no problem with the name you proposed. We can always change it if we want in the future.
Edit: ((Sorry dontbantheman, I noticed your post too late. I'll either edit this post or make another one to answer you when I have time.))
Edit2:
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I have a feeling that this arguing is leading to nowhere. We both believe to be right and arguing does not seem to change anything. Still, I will respond to you, if only to be polite.
1- Indeed. It just so happens that those who pray to you are interested in power and money, as they are your aspects. More on this on point 4.
2- While I admit that I do not know your goals, they clearly are incompatible with mine in this particular case. We would not have this conflict otherwise.
3- They clearly do not benefit from seeing their opponent's cause win. perhaps my choice of words was not ideal to convey what I meant.
4- This is of course to be expected from any god. The problem is that your alignment is working against mine in the current situation. I have nothing to win from an open war with you, but if you insist on pushing your goals in my territory, I will be forced to take more drastic actions.
As for the matter of ideologies, I do not believe they can be put on a progress scale the same way technology can. Each ideology is suited to a different purpose, and depending on the way each is interpreted and applied, they can lead to a large variety of results and level of efficiency. I believe my system is better suited than the others for the purpose I intended it to have. As you said, progress is going forward, not in an ambiguous sideways path that could quite possibly take you backwards.
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 08:52:42 pm
I personally teach the Aag how to use Art, assuming Lithus hasn't already.
Post by: Ama on June 18, 2015, 09:04:52 pm
Interested Teeththeif: Doesn't that describe most life on the fragments?"Yes, its a very broad sphere."
Frightened Teeththief: He seems to have been attacked by some form of spirit while in the Dreams of another, which had driven him out.
Shadow Kobolds: All these new adventurers seem harder to scare in nightmares! How can I still effect them?
Teeththief: Should Cursed Wolf-teeth be worth more then human teeth? Should we value them by size, or how much the being needed them?
Human Totem Magic Practitioner: So many of my Friends cause nightmares! It is fun when there is only one or two, but if I want to talk to several of my Friends at once not even I can take it! How can I resist nightmares longer?
(Are they the things I created?)
"Perhaps you should work together with your friends to create better nightmares."
"To have the cursed teeth of a wolf is a nice trophy, brave Teeththief. I say you should value them by how difficult it most be to their teeth."
"Worship me. Doing so shall free you of the nightmares and allow you to join your friends in making nightmares." If he agrees spend 1 essence to allow him to do what I said.
Post by: Andres on June 18, 2015, 09:08:43 pm
Post by: micelus on June 18, 2015, 09:13:30 pm
Tell the CRDs that their state religion should now be the High Church, which includes the worship of both Patronius and Mavnon. Orcs, due to their lack of central governance, will continue with their Mavnon-only spiritualism. As part of this change, a new dedicated priesthood will be formed to administrate the new religion.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 18, 2015, 09:25:38 pm
Grant Illyria the Ring of Courage. As a Ringbearer, she takes on the Aspect of the Warrior with all privileges and responsibilities that come along with it. I will also watch over and protect her now, as I do all Ringbearers.
Inform Frederick of his new religiously unified neighbors. Encourage him to make an alliance with them.
Post by: Stirk on June 18, 2015, 09:28:45 pm
Include Mavnon in the Pantheon of the High Church; all members and worshipers of the church will now also pay their respects to Mavnon. However, those who strictly worship Mavnon or strictly worship Patronius are still allowed in the High Church; though, a small tax must be paid in order to shirk the worship of one and still remain in the church.
Grant Illyria the Ring of Courage. As a Ringbearer, she takes on the Aspect of the Warrior with all privileges and responsibilities that come along with it. I will also watch over and protect her now, as I do all Ringbearers.
((Didn't you already give her that ring?))
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 18, 2015, 09:30:24 pm
((Didn't you already give her that ring?))
(( Neither of us were sure if it was actually granted (having seen no evidence that the PM was actually done), so we decided to do it in public. But yes, she should already have it. ))
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 19, 2015, 12:13:47 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 19, 2015, 01:44:35 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 19, 2015, 05:31:11 am
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Izgamlo continues to teach more random mortals a variety of magics. Nine seem to be ecstatic with a lesson from the God of Magic himself, with the tenth being slightly dissapointed and only interested in the "True Magic".Use essence to make the tenth mortal Immortal. Tell him I haven't gotten around to releasing true magic on the universe yet but here's a blessing anyway.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 19, 2015, 07:14:10 am
Appear before the dwarves of the Grand Tower and speak:
"Do not fear these spiders, they are brothers in constructing and able to increase space. Also their silk cloth is quite spectacular. Accept them as brethren, and you will profit immensely."
Appear before Space Clan:
"Brothers, a sacred duty is upon you. To add to the tasks of conquering space, you all have the holy obligation to protect the Aragna. Beings of space, they are able to create more space which is holy in itself. If you protect them, they shall empower the entire Clan."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 19, 2015, 10:59:38 am
((I also slightly changed the post in which I made the Yaag to make them curious.))
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 19, 2015, 11:03:37 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 19, 2015, 07:03:01 pm
Create Golem Magic
Spoiler: Golem magic (click to show/hide)
With war going on, there should be quite a few those who lost a limb or two and were discarded by those who commanded them. Give them an offer - become a priest of Lorash and spread my faith, and in return, I would restore lost limbs and grant them knowledge of magic.
If they accept, use power to forge good quality replacement limbs from metal in the ground. Stop giving offers when my power reaches 3. Tell them that the knowledge of Golem making magic is to be kept among priests, and taught to apprentices as the last of teachings required to become a priest of Lorash. If any attempt to sell the secrets away, scramble their memories before they do.
Post by: Stirk on June 20, 2015, 01:06:14 am
Human Revolutionary: I just found out about this injustice! I know nothing of the Clan's military yet.
The Flying City was apparently once a Not-Flying-City, until it was plucked from the ground by a powerful force and moved at high velocities somewhere. Nobody seems to have been hurt by this event, and the city seems to be continuing to fly near the other flying particles with its Sister Cities. They seem to be from different parts of the world, though most where in the path of the conquest either the New Kingdom or Clan Rilem. They seem to have enough random farms with different-colored Dirt to sustain themselves.
Space Clan Dwarf: Meditation, and other Labors related to truly understanding Space.
Musling Minstrel: That was strangely specific. Thanks!
Presumably after asking an Obelisk Watcher who knows everything I already wrote last tick regarding the Dwarven forces, Iliseth raises a military in the most literal way possible! Several thousand muscly, bald Humans shamble around. Their eyes appear completely milky white, and glowing slightly. They are given a suit of linothorax and a long spear, and as the knowledge programming enters them, enter a perfect formation and begin marching to their goals. (Iliseth -6P)
Next, the first Angel of Iliseth is created! As no description or other abilities are mentioned, it Goes to Default "Human with Cosmetic Differences". Iliseth then proceeds to beat up this weaker-then-Human with a stick, gaining the invaluable knowledge that she is stronger then a single particularly weak Immortal.
Iliseth then continues to find revolutionaries in the captured Human Tribes, organizing the rebellion.
Fedrick's ring seems to protect him from Iliseth's Soul Sense, and he seems fairly annoyed by this action.
Uztot prayers:
Maag Obelisk Watcher: So...What is up with Azem?
Lizardman Recruit: I want to join the Military, but I think I am too empathetic to kill if I need to. What should I do?
Adventurous Naiad: Ah! I wish to explore the dungeon so badly, but can not leave my pond...
Nilva Investigation: Go (http://www.dagonbytes.com/thelibrary/lovecraft/) ahead (http://www.hplovecraft.com/writings/).
Nilva can't seem to find the people from before, there seems to be no trace of them.
Nilva Prayers:
Semi-Sentient Wolf?: Bark, bark bark, howl, snarl! *tail wiggle, sit down* Soft growl?
Thirsty Nomad: That town won't us drink from the well anymore! They think we poisoned it. What else can we drink?
? ? ?: Honey, could you get wolf-milk on your way home from work? Love you, bye!
The Unnamed Massive Tower is further blessed by a new God! Teburshe grants it the ability to absorb material to help it grow faster. It proceeds to
The first underwater Sapients are born! The Great Reefs and Polyps, essentially underwater Saplings. With no real way of contacting other races, or much to find outward in the Ocean, they mostly stick around their trees and hunt Wolf-Fish for food. The water is perfected to be beneficial for Growth, which probably means keeping it clear and free of competition. (Teburshe -9E, 3P)
Iliseth commits more pointless murders! First, she finds a group of Normal Dwarves training their military, to better prevent events like the Armory Raid. While they are in position, she fires two blasts at them! First a Fireball engulfs the line, killing several of the Dwarves! Next, she soul-blasts them, killing a few more! They seemed to have about the same power. (Iliseth -2P)
A race of Orcs is created in Captured Human Territory! They proceed to develop quickly, focusing mainly on taming wildlife as ordered. They stay in place for a short time, learning from the Clan Dwarves, before moving off on their own as Nomads. (Mavnon -2E)
Lan Cao investigates the revolutionaries. First, she discovers that "Art" seems to be a Magic system focused around the use of the Soul. It seems to be a flexible and powerful system, though risky and difficult to master. She learns this while interrogating several Revolutionaries who where captured. Almost as soon as she leaves them with the military, they are freed with the other she captured. Lan Cao seems to believe a God is helping them...
Illyria is given 1000 of the existing Durazni. She continues her weapon development by having them test them out, while also advancing knowledge of Durazni-using tactics. She seems to have plans to make weapons and armor out of fallen Durazni.
The CRDs are almost insulted that you think they wouldn't know about charcoal and sulfur, somewhat disgusted about the saltpeter you told them of, and completely in awe of the steel-making granted to them. They go from having essentially no metal making to being more advance in this field then their standard Cousins instantly, and quickly begin to upgrade their militaries with this technology. (Mavnon -9E)
The CRDs believe they are using the Durazni to great effect, sending them from battle to battle as they take cities. They report they are great for the front-line, but are not very effective at putting down revolutionaries.
The Ritual Stone Squad states they can do this alone, and begin spreading what they know to the others.
((GM only actions will be resolved Via PM.))
Beast: You shoot me, then ask for the weapon you used back when I manage to take it? It was fortunate enough for me that you where distracted and underestimated me the first time! Do you think I am some kind of idiot?
Lithus/Luthus blasts the Beast with pure Energy! A duel colored burst flies toward the beast! A bluish white square of force appears from nowhere. As the Destructive energy hits it, it disperses around it like a rock in the river, leaving the Beast unharmed. (Lithus/Luthus -3P)
The Beast proceeds to make another grab for the artifacts, starting with the Ring! It grabs the ring in its tentacle and pulls quickly, removing it from the Ant's head in an instant, taking the head with it. The adventurers run away, dropping their Orbs as they do so, which the Beast then grabs as well. Not seeing the Dwarven kings, it retreats deeper into the Dungeon.
The True Ant King and the Dwarven Kings then appear behind a rock. It seems that the Fearless Dwarf Kings had made a plan, which the Ant King had performed with an unknown magic while the Beast was distracted with getting shot again. They had created a Decoy Ant and Kings, hiding away as the Beast attacked those instead. The Ring Bearer then opens a portal, returning them home once again. The Adventurers really where running in Fear, dropping their artifact as they did so.
The Yaag are created! They join the others in the Aag nation. Oddly, they don't seem to get along incredibly well with many of the other Races in the nation already, with some traction between the physically inclined and emotional Lizard Men. Despite this, they are welcomed for their mental prowess, and Huan immediately begins altering the current clothing designs to fit the new beings. (Lithus/Luthus -2E)
The Aag begin expanding! Most of the Desert is unclaimed and easily taken by the Aag. Of course, the territory seized by the New Kingdom is a different story. Though not by much (CRITICAL SUCCESS!). The Invaders are driven out with minimal casualties on the Aag side, in minimal time, with minimal collateral damage. Despite the power of the Invaders, they are still at the edge of their territory, while the Aag had advantages such as the environment on their side, and where able to make effective use of these. The Saag seem to enjoy using the new stone material to make massive clubs, often adding wooden spikes, making good use of their still-limited war technology.
Additionally, the Aag societies are granted a raised birthrate! The new race still isn't incredibly numerous, and the biggest visable increase seems to be in the Races that are already larger (Lithus/Luthus -4P)
Mount Aagius is blessed once again to be filled with metal, this time with the hope of more permanence. The Aag nations finally discover this, having used their trained diggers, and begin simple metal production. They seem to have found Copper, and have begun adding it to their weapons to fight off the invasion. (Lithus/Luthus -4E)
To face the Rebels, Mavnon creates his own army! Many shards grow out of the ground, becoming an entire army of Durazni! Tens of thousands appear, more then even the Human Horde. They are put under Illyria and the Rilem Regent, who proceed to assault the enemy position. (Mavnon -7P)
The Human and Durazni armies finally clash! The Battle takes place near the captured Human Tribal towns, in fields and farmland. The Temporary Humans march forward like a single beast, preparing their weapons fearlessly as they draw near, the Human Rebels who support them running along disorderly in comparison. On the other side, Illyria is commanding her armies using her expert knowledge of combat, with the Rilem Regent acting as a lesser officer. Their formation is, if anything, more impressive and larger, with the CRDven weapons ready. Illyria looks incredibly angry at Iliseth's latest assassination attempt of her, which may even had succeeded if she wasn't both cheap and experimental about it.
In any case, the Human Rebels take the initiative, and begin charging the enemy formation. The Human Army follows suit, dropping their spears into position as they rush forward with speeds unmatched by their more permanent cousins. Thus the battle starts, with the attack killing many more Durazni then humans. They lose this momentum quickly, however. The Durazni begin fighting back powerfully, getting into good position as they begin slaughtering the humans. The humans try to break the enemy formation, failing as the Durazni start encircling their enemies while dealing massive damage. The Human notice this, and manage to fight back enough to stop the move. The humans manage to turn the tables once again, pushing back hard on their opponents, leaving many shattered crystals on the battle field. This time they follow up on this momentum, and begin cutting through the masses of their enemy. Illyria looks even more annoyed, and opens up a portal behind the enemy lines, flanking the enemy with hundreds of Durazni. The Durazni hit hard from both sides, killing many of the remaining Humans. The few remaining Rebels at this point begin retreating, fearing being encircled! Illyria uses her magic in a different way, opening a portal on the ground and above the enemy lines, ordering Durazni to drop large rocks and other objects as if they where fired from a catapult. This is incredibly effective, scattering the fearless Temp Humans. The Durazni are winning at this point, outnumbering the remaining humans by a large margin. Illyria decides to wipe out the enemy completely, and begins once again to have her troops surround the enemy. Impressively, the Humans hold the line for a long time, losing little ground. Both sides sustain heavy casualties, whittling each other down steadily as the combatants march toward each other. Unfortunately for them, it was not to last. The Durazni finally made some expert moves, with the logistic help of Illyria, start slaughtering even more Humans as they begin surrounding him. This time, they where successful. They cut inward, killing the Humans to the last man as they attempt to take as many enemies as they can with them.
The Towns are kept under CRD control!
Mmm, so using unwilling sacrifices appears to be skill-based, since Illyria managed it before. Interesting!
((I think it is a good time to note that there is a pretty big difference between a God of Magic specifically preparing sacrifices for a certain goal VS normal magic use. You should not assume that something can be done under any conditions just because it is done once here.))
Skolld troubles:
A Human is running from the CRD towns holding a baby in her arms. Her husband was a revolutionary, and she fears that either she or the town will be punished.
In the Great Tribe, a group of Guards is searching frantically. Some POWs from a conquered tribe recently escaped, and they fear what they may do this deep in these lands.
A Hunter gets lost from his party deep into the woods. Alone, he meats a Great Beast- an absurdly massive Bolf (Bear+wolf)-that is preparing to charge him.
Stellarion orders a particularly Space Dwarf (Are...they considered a Tribe? I thought for a second that you meant a human? Action may need to be retconned) and orders him to make the Caste of Bookkeepers! He doesn't feel particularly thrilled to do something so mind-numbingly boring with his intelligence, but accepts anyway. His first missions are essentially to do all the most boring work of his job.
There seems to be few Space Clan Dwarves on the Tower, most seem to prefer to stay near the rest of their Clan in order to assist them better. Those who do participate:
Stellarion Space Clan Tower prayers:
SCD: So why was this tower started, anyway?
SCD: How can I convince the Space Clan Dwarves to help build this Tower?
SCD: Ah, we need to name this wonderful construct! What should we call it?
Lithus/Luthus prayers:
Lizardmen: Why is our name so Different? Could you give our race an unofficial Aag name?
Yaag: These Lizardmen are so...illogical and emotionally driven. Isn't it better to be ruled by Logic?
Maag Council-member: I have reason to believe that someone voted dozens of times to get their favored Councilman in office. What should I do?
Lithus/Luthus then continues to chat with the Aag! This continues to be a popular event, the lines are now long enough that booths offering items and games while they wait, making a kind of festival. Several bring minor problems before Lithus/Luthus, such as the best color for uniforms, how to use metalworking technology safely, and helping to make their baby grow up big and strong.
The High Church further creates is doctrine with the Ideas of Aspects! Many Patronius followers begin to devout themselves to a single Aspect, trying to emulate it in the best way possible. Others believe that a good Leader should show all Aspects, and do their best to emulate all of them at once. Many ask which is preferred through prayer.
Frederick continues to do as he wishes. He was, after all, doing this before. He continues to be the most Pius of the Ringbearers, spreading his Great Tribe to other races, and generally running his Tribe. Currently, he has created several "Refuge Tribes", formed from those who have retreated from War, usually from the Unnamed Kingdom's conquest.
The Ringbearers continue to be watched over, with Patronius's luck in protection continuing to hold out. He notices Iliseth attempting to kidnap Illyria! He easily protects Illyria from Iliseth's clumsy attempt to knock her out, only for the Soul God to pull out a FN FNAR that she fires at the Ringbearer using Art! However, she fails to learn from the Penguin, the attack fails to harm her even without protection. (Patronius -0)
Human Tribal Leader: Is ruling under another truly ruling at all? I suppose this is my best choice. For everyone...
Maag Trader: (That is certainly an interesting way to describe Capitalism :P) This sounds like a great system! Why don't we use it already? I will share it as much as I can!
The Engineer Duel begins! Each gathers a large supply of materials and enters their worskshop. One week later, Sankis emerges with a simple repeating crossbow that he says would work great against unarmored opponents. It fires multiple shots as a crank is turned, being based off of a different weapon, according to him. The Dreamborn emerges with a simple mechanical reaping device that cuts the ears off of grain, when pulled by wattle. He insists that it will lower the amount of labor in farming significantly, and let less farmers do more work. They each insist that their invention is best, and they decide that you would be the best judge for this contest.
Patronius questions: You seem to have one of the least amount of followers among the Active Gods, likely due mainly to the fact you have not created your own race. They are most prevalent in the Great Tribe, and least prevalent in the Unnamed Kingdom.
Patronius prayers:
?Maag??Councilman?: *Garbled Static*
Fredrick's Underling: I heard from a Obelisk Watcher that you have been declared the enemy of the Aag. Is this true?
Musling Conductor: How can I lead multiple musicians at once?
The Ring of Empathy is probably created! Considering all the bad luck past ring bearers have had, one must wonder if it is really a blessing at this point! (Patronius -4E)
CRD: Even as you return their memories to them, they are lost again immediately. They seem to be having trouble recovering memories sacrificed for magic power, even with your assistance. It is likely possible to force them back in, but you feel it is likely a little more expensive then the Average prayer is.
Ant Mage: I see. But, is it not more like eating your own leg to starve of starvation? I will caution others to avoid it, unless it is unavoidable.
Saag Miner: Is it not? That is the brotherhood on which my nation thrives! We buy metal items, but they have a monopoly on them, making them expansive. This naturally makes metalworking a well-guarded secret. I simply want to dig up the material myself!
Verruckt finds five Adventurers who appear to have potential, a mighty Human Warrior, a sneaky Maag assassin, a Dragoon pyromancer, a Dwarven Hunter, and a Dreamborn mage. Each is eager to train with you, jumping at any chance to gain strength. Their Orbs are further advanced, helping them get the most of their training. (Verruckt -2E)
Aurosseu prayers:
Musling Dreamer: Can I be granted a Dream that is nothing but Music?
Dreamborn Totem User: My family has been Spirit-callers for generations, but no new spirits have been produced! Can we get some more types Spirit Friends?
Hearthspirit: *sigh* I dream of one day walking around as the other Mortals....
Lithus/Luthus declares Patronius to be his enemy! Communications are cut off, leading many of the Patronius worshipers among the Aag nations feeling uncomfortable and confused. Many are making plans to leave the country, or finding work around such as declaring Patronius Churches foreign soil. Several Patronius followers abandon him, at least outwardly, not wanting to face the consequences.
Patronius tells this to his Ringbearers! Most meet this news with a "meh", but Fredrick is angered at this. He states that anyone who declares Patronius an enemy declares him an enemy as well, and begins preparing his nation for large-scale warfare. He sends diplomats, saying that if Patronius worship is banned in the Aag nations, not only will he ban Lithus/Luthus in the Great Tribe and work on suppressing it in friendly nations, but he will be forced to retaliate against this persecution with force of arms.
Nilva examines the miniwolves for tampering. They seem to be completely and utterly adorable, with no tampering at all. Scary-Wolf Dream seem to be on the rise on both the planet and moon for some reason...
A pantheon is formed between three members! Uztot, Lithus/Luthus, and Iliseth. The only current definition of this pantheon is "all public actions done by members will be considered to have been done by the entire pantheon." Further rules are undefined.
Iliseth prayers:
Human Farmer: Ah, this is the life! By Iliseth, this Great Tribe is the best thing that ever happened to us!
Human Hunter: These Great Beasts must have hundreds of pounds of blood in them! What should we do with it if we kill one?
Human Artist: How can I preserve blood for use in Art?
Iliseth the cheapskate attempts to grant the few unaligned humans several abilities with a single point of essence. She teaches them how to ride domesticated Holfs (Horses+ wolf), though most of the others are either already owned or more costly then she is willing to spend. She then teaches the users how to risk their life to improve them.
The Aag are learned the knowledge of Art! It is now being researched alongside other Magics.
Frightened Teeththief: ((No, they do not appear to be anything you had created.))
Shadow Kobolds: That is a great idea! You are brilliant! We will do this right away.
Teeththief: That is a ton better then my ideas! I will share this with the others!
Human Totem Magic Practitioner: Of course. I was about one step from doing so anyway. (Lauxal -1E)
The CRDs take the High Church pantheon as their state religion! Fredrick seems to enjoy this change, and is now much friendlier with the CRDs. He now offers increased operation between the Great Tribes and Clan, willing to go as far as an alliance. The new priests seem to be doing well spreading the religion, the automatic blessings seem to attract many followers by itself.
Many thousands more Dragoons are created, and spread through the Fragments! Now with the numbers and spreading, they begin to form relationships with other nations. They seem to have a particularly good relationship with Hearth Spirits, who can be found near most settlements. (Char -7E)
Additionally, the Wisps begin to spread, and many Dragon eggs are laid. There still seems to be only a small number despite this boon to their advancement, but both races are seen as invaluable where they are used. (Char -5P)
The Tenth Mortal is granted immortality! He seems grateful, and promises to keep studying with the hope he will one day be able to use True Magic. (Izgamlo -2E)
This tick seems to be a good one to create a new race! Joining the other new comers, the Aragna are created! They begin spinning Nothing into the Grand Towers. While they insist more space is being created, it doesn't seem to effect the size of the tower. The Silk, however, is seen as valuable and is quickly sold, helping to finance the project. (Stellarion -11E)
The Aag once again change their governing system! Many skilled workers become counselors, though many disagree on how to judge the skill of certain workers, and what necessitates a "field". The Yaag who are interested are pushed towards Science and Research, which they begin to do with great gusto.
(Golem magic: What is the power for this magic? Sorry, I have to know. This will be considered to have been done on this tick. I am too tired to have it make sense anyway :P.))
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 20, 2015, 01:30:45 am
Appear before the Ant Ringbearer as a wizened old ant. Ask him about this unknown magic he used.
Post by: micelus on June 20, 2015, 01:37:04 am
Waiting for the Blood Goddess' reply, Mavnon descended to the mortal realm to deal with the consequences of victory. Illyria had shown an interest in the remains of the Durazni. She would have to ensure their collection. Perhaps some new inventions could be made, perhaps some that could help the mortals as a whole.
The Clan had shown their mettle, and more importantly, some competence. While Illyria had been the key to victory, the Dwarves had been intelligent enough to devote none of their soldiers to the battle. The rebels had lost their fighting men and the Dwarves only some automatons which would be replaced in due time. Excellent.
With the rebels dead or routed, further insurrection was unlikely. That said, preventing any more was probably for the best. Mavnon would be sure to direct some boons and laws in their favour in due time...Of course the other tribes still posed a threat...Mavnon decided to try diplomacy.
Send a Clan embassy to the Great Tribe bearing gifts to both the Divine Lieutenant and Fredrick once again proposing an alliance. Knowing Fredrick's happiness with the Clan's Conversion, this should be a formality.
For the High Church. holy days are to be dedicated to the Aspects, Gods and historical events throughout the year. Currently, the only current commemorated events are 'Dimourgia' 'Imermetrotropis' and 'Synthikis'. They celebrate the establishment of the High Church, the conversion of Clan Rilem and the alliance between the Great Tribe and Clan respectively. While all three are in the Rilemi language, their names change depending on culture.
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 20, 2015, 02:11:34 am
Musling Dreamer: Can I be granted a Dream that is nothing but Music?
Dreamborn Totem User: My family has been Spirit-callers for generations, but no new spirits have been produced! Can we get some more types Spirit Friends?
Hearthspirit: *sigh* I dream of one day walking around as the other Mortals....
- Wish granted. A beautiful sonata plays and forms shapes and colours through synesthesia.
- ((See PM.))
- Aurosseu constructs a humanoid-shaped and -sized statue out of stone and makes a shikigami out of the Hearth Spirit.
Post by: ~Neri on June 20, 2015, 02:39:30 am
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Nilva Prayers:
Semi-Sentient Wolf?: Bark, bark bark, howl, snarl! *tail wiggle, sit down* Soft growl?
Thirsty Nomad: That town won't us drink from the well anymore! They think we poisoned it. What else can we drink?
? ? ?: Honey, could you get wolf-milk on your way home from work? Love you, bye!
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Semi-Sentient Wolf?: Bark, bark bark, howl, snarl! *tail wiggle, sit down* Soft growl?Apply calming headscratches and earrubs~ Figure out what the problem is and solve it in a preferably nonlethal manner. Using at most One Power. Also interpret further things from wolves in words and feelings for convenience.
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Thirsty Nomad: That town won't us drink from the well anymore! They think we poisoned it. What else can we drink?Appear before the town and point out their logical fallacy. "Why in the Three Shards would they poison the very water they intend to drink? That makes literally no sense. I mean. Seriously. What? Have your noggins melted in the heat or something? Do you need hats to protect from heatstroke? The Aag Nation has some nice hats. Maybe you should import some?" Nilva uses 1-2 Power to make the villagers think about it logically, come to the conclusion that their likely emotionfueled nonsense is what it is. Nonsense. They will come to the conclusion that nobody would poison the water they intend to drink because it would be utterly moronic. Due to that conclusion, they will determine there is no reason not to let the nomads drink water. They are there to trade with the town after all. Why would they poison themselves and a potential trading partner?
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? ? ?: Honey, could you get wolf-milk on your way home from work? Love you, bye!"Kay~" Nilva gets the person milk~
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Dreamborn Totem User: My family has been Spirit-callers for generations, but no new spirits have been produced! Can we get some more types Spirit Friends?"I have something in the works~"
Nilva listens to moar prayers~
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 20, 2015, 04:00:07 am
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 20, 2015, 04:38:24 am
Post by: Vgray on June 20, 2015, 05:01:04 am
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Maag Obelisk Watcher: So...What is up with Azem?"There are many ways I could answer that question. What do you wish to know that you have not already read on the Obelisk?"
Lizardman Recruit: I want to join the Military, but I think I am too empathetic to kill if I need to. What should I do?
Adventurous Naiad: Ah! I wish to explore the dungeon so badly, but can not leave my pond...
"Perhaps you should find a more peaceful way to serve if your gift is that strong."
All Naiads are offered the ability to no longer be bound to their watery homes and to walk on land.
Uztot appears before Frederick.
"I think perhaps we should talk."
Uztot offers Frederick a glass of Moon Nectar.
"All I ask is that you hear me out."
Post by: Andres on June 20, 2015, 05:35:35 am
All the things that I do this Tick that cost Essence I'll do with Crux if I have none, unless specified otherwise.
Spoiler: Super important GM only please do this ASAP for the love of god (click to show/hide)
Create the afterlife I was going to make after attacking Utther except with 7E instead of 9E. Use the pantheon discount to lower the price. It is a paradise where you can do anything you want and it takes a lot longer to get bored of doing stuff. If you get bored, you can do something else for so long you'll forget the boredom of the old thing and go back to doing that. "Dying" in the afterlife will respawn you immediately. The afterlife is called Inelisum.
I make an announcement that I have made an afterlife and I order my priests to spread the word. Primary worshippers will automatically enter it, but anyone who has Iliseth's Rings (my symbol without the cross and without the filling) drawn on their chest or equivalent with mud/paint/ash/other temporary adhesive and blessed by an Iliseth priest will go to the afterlife. This is for those whose gods didn't make an afterlife. If they've been baptised and then their god made an afterlife, they will instead go to that afterlife. Blood is not used unless requested as that would send them to Inelisum regardless of whether their god has an afterlife or not.
I tell the souls around the gods of my new afterlife. I lead those who want to go to Inelisum to it.
Next, the first Angel of Iliseth is created! As no description or other abilities are mentioned, it Goes to Default "Human with Cosmetic Differences". Iliseth then proceeds to beat up this weaker-then-Human with a stick, gaining the invaluable knowledge that she is stronger then a single particularly weak Immortal.(I have a fairly large problem with this. Ok, so the "power-decreased" thing is only relative to other angels, i.e. the ones that cost 4E. With 1E, I can make 2k Humans. With 1E, I think I can expect whatever angel I make to still be a few times more powerful than an ordinary Human. Humans with wings, by the way.)
Iliseth then continues to find revolutionaries in the captured Human Tribes, organizing the rebellion.(I'm guessing you mean I did this through my Leader angel rather than personally.)
Iliseth commits more pointless murders! First, she finds a group of Normal Dwarves training their military, to better prevent events like the Armory Raid. While they are in position, she fires two blasts at them! First a Fireball engulfs the line, killing several of the Dwarves! Next, she soul-blasts them, killing a few more! They seemed to have about the same power. (Iliseth -2P)(I would've thought it extremely obvious I meant the Dwarves currently invading my lands. I'll be more specific next time.)
Bring the Dwarves back to life with Essence. Apologise profusely. Use 2P to grant their wishes. Gotta be honourable about these kinds of things.
Lan Cao investigates the revolutionaries. First, she discovers that "Art" seems to be a Magic system focused around the use of the Soul. It seems to be a flexible and powerful system, though risky and difficult to master. She learns this while interrogating several Revolutionaries who where captured. Almost as soon as she leaves them with the military, they are freed with the other she captured. Lan Cao seems to believe a God is helping them...
Spoiler: GM/Pantheon Only (click to show/hide)
-the great big battle where lots of stuff happened and my dudes were awesome despite being outnumbered-(I don't see any mention of the Humans using Ar or the Leader employing any tactics with the revolutionaries (was meant to be a separate army from the Temps. Could've flanked and stuff.) Also, did the Leader not train the Revolutionaries? Should I be more specific next time? Did the angel manage to help develop horse-riding? That too wasn't mentioned.)
The Ringbearers continue to be watched over, with Patronius's luck in protection continuing to hold out. He notices Iliseth attempting to kidnap Illyria! He easily protects Illyria from Iliseth's clumsy attempt to knock her out, only for the Soul God to pull out a FN FNAR that she fires at the Ringbearer using Art! However, she fails to learn from the Penguin, the attack fails to harm her even without protection. (Patronius -0)(FN FNAR? Very well. I had this (http://i.imgur.com/3ZBkuNG.png) in mind if you were curious. :P)
Iliseth prayers:*interesting*
Human Farmer: Ah, this is the life! By Iliseth, this Great Tribe is the best thing that ever happened to us!
Human Hunter: These Great Beasts must have hundreds of pounds of blood in them! What should we do with it if we kill one?
Human Artist: How can I preserve blood for use in Art?
"Sacrifice some of the blood at one of my shrines. Afterwards, you may anoint yourself with the rune of the hunter (http://bloodborne.wiki.fextralife.com/file/view/hunter.jpg/544850568/hunter.jpg) with its blood as a sign of pride."
(I don't even play Bloodborne. I literally typed in "rune of the hunter" in google images and that's what came up. That the rune is written in blood is a nice bonus. :)))
Human Artist: How can I preserve blood for use in Art?(I don't know how to do this IRL. Can I just do something like "I tell him of X ingredients that can be used to preserve blood"?)
Iliseth the cheapskate attempts to grant the few unaligned humans several abilities with a single point of essence. She teaches them how to ride domesticated Holfs (Horses+ wolf), though most of the others are either already owned or more costly then she is willing to spend. She then teaches the users how to risk their life to improve them.(I actually created actual horses back in Tick 5. (http://www.bay12forums.com/smf/index.php?topic=151076.msg6281148#msg6281148) TBH I'd have been surprised if they hadn't learned to ride them on their own by now, especially since I told them to learn to do so. Can you tell me which of the technologies they already know? See the GM/Pantheon Only section above for the life-risking thing.)
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 20, 2015, 05:40:31 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 20, 2015, 06:46:11 am
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What is the power for this magic? Sorry, I have to know.
((Err, what do you mean what is the power?))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 20, 2015, 06:55:28 am
((What is it powered by? Is the magic powered by essence, sunlight, lifeforce, souls, gold, prayer, blood etc.))QuoteWhat is the power for this magic? Sorry, I have to know.
((Err, what do you mean what is the power?))
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 20, 2015, 07:06:37 am
((Can't be. Ritual magic isin't actualy powered by anything, and I bet there are few other magics like that.))((What is it powered by? Is the magic powered by essence, sunlight, lifeforce, souls, gold, prayer, blood etc.))QuoteWhat is the power for this magic? Sorry, I have to know.
((Err, what do you mean what is the power?))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 20, 2015, 07:08:48 am
((Ritual Magic is powered by essence and spell components))((Can't be. Ritual magic isin't actualy powered by anything, and I bet there are few other magics like that.))((What is it powered by? Is the magic powered by essence, sunlight, lifeforce, souls, gold, prayer, blood etc.))QuoteWhat is the power for this magic? Sorry, I have to know.
((Err, what do you mean what is the power?))
Post by: Happy Demon on June 20, 2015, 07:17:36 am
Skolld troubles:[Skolld, god of Binding and Bone]
A Human is running from the CRD towns holding a baby in her arms. Her husband was a revolutionary, and she fears that either she or the town will be punished.
In the Great Tribe, a group of Guards is searching frantically. Some POWs from a conquered tribe recently escaped, and they fear what they may do this deep in these lands.
A Hunter gets lost from his party deep into the woods. Alone, he meats a Great Beast- an absurdly massive Bolf (Bear+wolf)-that is preparing to charge him.
Approach the running human, and speak.
"If you want to avoid punishment, I will give you the means for a choice to avoid it."
Skolld binds The human's soul to the spirit world.
"The spirits that roam the lands, they can be of great aid to you. You can share this curse with others by putting on a collar of initiation."
Skolld gives her the knowledge on how to craft the collar of initiation.
"You can use it to aid in your escape, maybe even with the others of your town. But if you are to initiate others, make sure they know the impact of it, and are willing."
Skolld leaves to check on others.
Approach the guards, and speak.
"You wish to catch the POWs? I will grant you power that will aid you."
Bind the spirits of dead Air Wolves to the guards.
"If you let the spirit change you, you'll find your senses enhanced, and capable of bending the very air to your will."
Skolld leaves to check on the last troubled.
Skolld stands behind the hunter.
"You wont survive with only what you have. I'll give you the means to defend against this creature."
Bind the spirit of a dead Earth Jaguar (or Earth Wolf) to the hunter, and with it, allow him to change so he can bend the earth to his will.
Skolld leaves the hunter.
Skolld goes to look for the water wolves.
Spoiler: Shamanism (click to show/hide)
Post by: Detoxicated on June 20, 2015, 09:43:45 am
Create a race of dog-sized, sapiant spiders, that are apt at weaving, and have the ability to weave more space into reality (1m³ per day/spider), place them at the grand tower. Their name is Aragna
Appear before the dwarves of the Grand Tower and speak:
"Do not fear these spiders, they are brothers in constructing and able to increase space. Also their silk cloth is quite spectacular. Accept them as brethren, and you will profit immensely."
Prayer Answers:
"The Tower was created to prove that a mortal can conquer space, by having so much of it in one building. All races can coexist happily in this High Tower of Unity"
"The Space Clan has much to offer to the tower. The knowledge of Space helps construct this building. The fearless of the tribe can climb it, and jump over gaps, carrying heavy materials to the highest locations. The Wise of the Clan can help with the planning of the entire architecture of this evergrowing tower. The Bookkeepers can structure the infrastructure and check the needs of the high tower, whilst keeping in mind that it WILL grow. This tower is the embodiement of Space conquest, therefore it is a matter of Space Clan. Now take this fine garment and these leather shoes of masterful quality and prove that you can lead the space clan to greater heights."
"I like the sound of High Tower of Unity, as the tower proves to be a symbol of helpful coexistence amongst my peers and I, also it is a High Tower. If you like this name, try spreading it. If you wish, try bringing the word of space to the population. Conquering space breaks the limit of your reality."
Visit the poor Bookkeeper, watch over his life and protect him from harm. Aid him, without his knowledge, to create situations to bring a beautiful and wise woman to his side. Aid him and his woman for the rest of their lives when they are in dire need.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 20, 2015, 12:22:32 pm
Spoiler: Original magic: do not steal (click to show/hide)
Post by: Stirk on June 20, 2015, 04:04:14 pm
((Ok, I think I figured out what Stirk wanted))Spoiler: Original magic: do not steal (click to show/hide)
((Actually, the others where closer :-\. I need to know its power source, like how Portal Magic uses life force and memories to power it. If left unspecified, it will have to run on Essence, which costs more and is a good deal less effective then most other power sources.))
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 20, 2015, 05:19:11 pm
Start spreading the Truth of Iliseth: her true nature (whether these are simply rumours/lies or truth) and many crimes against mortalkind (his attempts to get rid of Frederick and take the High Tribe for herself, attempting to kill the Aspect of the Warrior, etc.). Focus this on the High Tribe; enlist the aid of the Ringbearers in spreading this.
Let my worshipers decide for themselves how best to emulate the Leader.
"Both of these inventions are extremely useful for their own purposes...neither can truly be judged on the same scale. However, a decision is required. Though military technology is extremely useful in military matters, inventions that assist matters such as agriculture can stretch to every aspect of a civilization. It is for this reason that I have decided to name the Dreamborn the winner." Grant the ring to Dreamborn, and teleport him back to his home. If he expresses any interest in going to the Great Tribe and being revered as an Aspect (and thus granted all he desires for his research), do that instead. Spend 1E and 2P on blessing both of them.
Create 10K Aurors. If this would dip into Crux, don't perform this action. Spread them throughout the Worlds, but focus them in the Great Tribe. Tell Frederick that they are sacred.
Spoiler: Aurors (click to show/hide)
(If applicable) Grant the Ring of Empathy to the
Quote
Fredrick's Underling: I heard from a Obelisk Watcher that you have been declared the enemy of the Aag. Is this true?
Musling Conductor: How can I lead multiple musicians at once?
"This is true; a rival God is wary of knowledge that goes against his own beliefs, and has therefore banned worship of me." Answer any other questions he has of this.
Teach the Musling Conductor about orchestrated music and leading multiple musicians in unison. "This will allow you to play music more beautiful than any one Museling could play by himself."
Create a High Church Afterlife Seed. For now, it is simply a gray plane in which all who go there wander indefinately feeling content. "Mavnon, this should serve a simple purpose for now. I transfer control over the Seed to you; I am unsure how much Essence my other actions cost, but I will match any you input without pushing me into Crux."
Continue to protect the Ringbearers.
Listen to prayers.
Post by: Vgray on June 20, 2015, 05:46:50 pm
"All I ask from you is that you use the knowledge well."
Lizard Man Missionaries of Uztot are sent to the Great Tribe to spread the Word.
Post by: Andres on June 20, 2015, 05:51:33 pm
"It is apparent that Iliseth is hostile to both myself, Mavnon, and our goals. She has attempted to strike at one of the Aspects and proven that she is an enemy of the High Church. While I was also going to attempt such an action, the difference is that I never CARRIED IT OUT. The mortals and her children in particular should know of her true nature."This confuses me. You told me not to attack Frederick and so I did not. (Moreover, I only planned to attack him because I knew he could not be harmed by my actions.) I attacked Illyria because she was leading the army against those who were praying to me for defence. I don't know what this "Aspect" is."
"I swear on my honour that the following action has nothing to do with the accusations levied against me by Patronius. I had been thinking of doing this for a while and I will enact it now to balance out the warring. Members of the ILU pantheon are free to contribute."
I create a combat-decreased angel for 2E (combat-decreased compared to this angel (http://www.bay12forums.com/smf/index.php?topic=151027.msg6320519#msg6320519) - it should still be able to annihilate a regular Human) and give it 1E worth of new advances in mundane medical technology (I'm assuming giving it Artistic medicine is free, but split the 1E between mundane and Artistic if I must). The angel is its own person and will likely refuse if I call it to war.
The Healer angel will found the Iliseth Travelling Hospital, having people join and teaching them healing techniques both mundane and Artistic (like ALL situations where I or my angels teach Art, safety and acclimation is the first thing that's taught). The ITH will travel city to city, town to town, and village to village to practice their trade. The Healer will also develop new medical technologies when it can.
The ITH has three priorities (in decreasing order of importance):
*Heal people
*Teach people mundane and Artistic healing techniques
*Spread my faith
The ITH has three rules:
*Follow the law; if a city does not want you there, do not enter it. If they don't want you spreading the faith, don't spread the faith. If they don't want you to heal, leave the city
*Treat everyone, even if they do not worship Iliseth
*All treatment should be given free. All donations should go to buying supplies, both medical and general supplies for the ITH itself
Spoiler: GM/Pantheon Only (click to show/hide)
(Hoping here that my secondary sphere will help the angel fight blood-borne diseases and such even better than normal.)
Spar with the Healer angel.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 20, 2015, 05:58:41 pm
The seven most empathetic Lizard Men are taught Divine Art and are named as High Priests of Uztot.
"All I ask from you is that you use the knowledge well."
Lizard Man Missionaries of Uztot are sent to the Great Tribe to spread the Word.
"Normally, I wouldn't care about this in any way. Mortals are free to worship who they please. HOWEVER, you are allied with Iliseth, who has openly proven hostile to The High Church. I therefore request that you either leave the Pantheon (and in exchange, you will be allowed to freely spread your religion; I will also grant the Ring of Empathy to the leader of the group) or not attempt to spread your faith in the Great Tribe."
Allow the Traveling Hospital;
Post by: Andres on June 20, 2015, 06:10:50 pm
"Normally, I wouldn't care about this in any way. Mortals are free to worship who they please. HOWEVER, you are allied with Iliseth, who has openly proven hostile to The High Church. I therefore request that you either leave the Pantheon (and in exchange, you will be allowed to freely spread your religion; I will also grant the Ring of Empathy to the leader of the group) or not attempt to spread your faith in the Great Tribe.""I still don't know what crimes I have committed in your eyes. I did not intentionally attack the High Church (especially considering it was just created) and I am willing to recompense for any unlawfulness on my part."
name The Truth of Iliseth blasphemy (his truth, anyway) and his priests blasphemous.
Post by: Vgray on June 20, 2015, 06:16:09 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 20, 2015, 06:21:57 pm
"Normally, I wouldn't care about this in any way. Mortals are free to worship who they please. HOWEVER, you are allied with Iliseth, who has openly proven hostile to The High Church. I therefore request that you either leave the Pantheon (and in exchange, you will be allowed to freely spread your religion; I will also grant the Ring of Empathy to the leader of the group) or not attempt to spread your faith in the Great Tribe.""I still don't know what crimes I have committed in your eyes. I did not intentionally attack the High Church (especially considering it was just created) and I am willing to recompense for any unlawfulness on my part."
"Through your actions and conversations, I have determined that you are hostile toward myself and the High Church. I require no explanation to you."
Quote from: Andres
name The Truth of Iliseth blasphemy (his truth, anyway) and his priests blasphemous.Make light of the fact that as Patronius can't even get Iliseth's gender correct, his "Truth" really can't be trusted. Also, "blasphemous" is the wrong word considering they're not insulting or showing contempt to any god.
(( It's called personal error on the part of the player >.> ))
"They will spread the Words of Unity and Brotherhood to the best of their ability. Your actions will speak for themselves if they are barred."
"I am a bit confused about exactly what you're trying to spread. You said the 'Word'; what exactly is this? I assumed it was of you."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 20, 2015, 06:22:15 pm
Answer to prayers:
Spoiler (click to show/hide)
Listen to more prayer. Also return to visit the nation to chat and help. Use this occasion to announce that the system will be improved again soon. Appear from time to time in small villages without notifying anyone, to chat for a short time with the locals. Tell them that I will do short surprise visits from time to time in addition to the longer ones.
Spend 2E to make the beta ants even smarter after Izgamlo have done the same to the population.
This is the best kind of competition, don't you agree Izgamlo?
Spoiler: New society rules (click to show/hide)
Inform the population that the Lizardmen will now be called the Kaag from now on. Encourage the Yaag species privately to not develop an elitist sentiment, as they need the other species to help them.
Order the army to begin the mass fortification of the villages and the territory. Self-sufficient forts are to be built all over the desert, and are to be guarded by a permanent force. When choosing their location, prioritize to place them around villages, more often than not in the direction of any potential threat, and then in any strategic position.[/b]
After that, appear again to the nation:
I have enacted more defensive measures. Expect more in the future, as some nations have declared their hostility towards us. I want you to be ready in case of a full-scale war. I will see if I can defuse the situation with the human kingdom and the new kingdom. In the meantime, I encourage you to strengthen your alliance with the saplings, and with anyone who you deem to be a good candidate for an alliance. I believe in all of you. We will prevail, even in dark times such as these.
Inform Aag historians that the current state of global warfare is to be called The First Divine Wars. Future large scale conflicts of similar nature will follow the same naming convention.
Spoiler: Peace negotiations? (click to show/hide)
Give my army any knowledge I can get of their enemies' armies without spending resources.
To patronius:
So much for being the champion of free speech, patronius. The political motivation behind your actions are painfully easy to read. Anyways, what I told to your favorite puppet was also addressed to you. Do you agree to my conditions, or are we really going to have to waste mortal lives on this petty matter?
((I tried to add some spoilers to reduce the size of my post. None of it is secret so feel free to look at it. The thing I mentioned to patronius is in the peace negotiation spoiler.))
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 20, 2015, 06:26:39 pm
Post by: Andres on June 20, 2015, 06:31:06 pm
"Through your actions and conversations, I have determined that you are hostile toward myself and the High Church. I require no explanation to you.""Without knowing my "crimes" I cannot possibly pay for them. First you slander my name and then you prevent me from gaining redemption so you can continue to slander me. Only one as dishonourable as yourself would do such a thing."
(( It's called personal error on the part of the player >.> ))(Mistakes are made. OOC, it's fine but IC, I'm still gonna exploit that mistake since it makes sense in context.)
Post by: Vgray on June 20, 2015, 06:34:24 pm
"The problem brother, is that you do not realize these things are one and the same.""Normally, I wouldn't care about this in any way. Mortals are free to worship who they please. HOWEVER, you are allied with Iliseth, who has openly proven hostile to The High Church. I therefore request that you either leave the Pantheon (and in exchange, you will be allowed to freely spread your religion; I will also grant the Ring of Empathy to the leader of the group) or not attempt to spread your faith in the Great Tribe.""I still don't know what crimes I have committed in your eyes. I did not intentionally attack the High Church (especially considering it was just created) and I am willing to recompense for any unlawfulness on my part."
"Through your actions and conversations, I have determined that you are hostile toward myself and the High Church. I require no explanation to you."Quote from: Andresname The Truth of Iliseth blasphemy (his truth, anyway) and his priests blasphemous.Make light of the fact that as Patronius can't even get Iliseth's gender correct, his "Truth" really can't be trusted. Also, "blasphemous" is the wrong word considering they're not insulting or showing contempt to any god.
(( It's called personal error on the part of the player >.> ))"They will spread the Words of Unity and Brotherhood to the best of their ability. Your actions will speak for themselves if they are barred."
"I am a bit confused about exactly what you're trying to spread. You said the 'Word'; what exactly is this? I assumed it was of you."
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 20, 2015, 06:35:28 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 20, 2015, 06:37:49 pm
"The problem brother, is that you do not realize these things are one and the same."
No. My problem is that you are allied with a God who has proven he is no friend of mine. If you then try to actively spread your "word" inside the Great Tribe, I view it as opposition. I have given you an ultimatum; either make a decision or explain yourself further so that I can understand better what you are actually trying to do and change my response to it.
Post by: Vgray on June 20, 2015, 06:46:12 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 20, 2015, 06:50:59 pm
"They brings words of peace to soothe needless Conflict. Nothing more, nothing less. If you view this as opposition, it is you who has chosen a side, not me."
"In that case, I apologize. If you promise not to inflame the population or spread anything that has to do with Iliseth, I will not only allow them free reign within my land, I will grant the leader the Ring of Empathy. Can you agree to this?"
Post by: Vgray on June 20, 2015, 07:06:00 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 20, 2015, 07:08:22 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 20, 2015, 07:12:14 pm
"What exactly do you mean encroaching in your territory? The problem of these terms is that they are vague. I never spent any Essence or Power in your nation; I only spread information. If you really DO wish to work out a peace agreement, you will have to actually figure out specifics instead of asking me to make vague promises. Do you mean I cannot send any aid to followers within your nation? Cannot visit it? Or cannot spend essence or power? Or simply not go against your desires? Really now, you need to make yourself more clear."
Fine, I will clarify what I am asking. And I am not excessively interested in peace, rather I would prefer spending my resources in a more useful way.
What I am asking for in order to remove the ban on your worship is:
1- That you do not perform any secret actions within the Aag territory.
2- That you do not attempt to change or reshape the Aag society in any way.
3- That you stop any action within the Aag territory when I ask you to do so.
Secretly empowering your followers within Aag territory to perform any change to the system would be a violation of my first and second demands. Doing the same in public would be a violation of my second demand. Attempting to bring an ideology I did not want, despite me asking you many times not to do so, as you did (and which started this conflict in the first place), is also a good example of a violation of the second demand. Banning my worship in territory you control or declaring war against my people would not count as a violation of my demands, but would obviously result in a similarly hostile reaction. Helping your followers within Aag grounds in any way that doesn't affect Aag society is not a violation of either demands. Visiting my nation is not a violation either, as long as you do not attempt to change it in any way. I reserve myself the right to forbid any action within the Aag nation, right that I will use to block any attempt to exploit any loophole. Exploiting a loophole, while not specifically against any of my demands, will still be perceived as a negative action, potentially resulting in a conflict similar to the one we are currently involved in depending on the gravity of the act. If you have any question regarding my demands, or wish to negotiate on any portion of these requests, feel free to contact me. If you are serious about this peace discussion, I would recommend that you refrain Fredrick's offensive, at least until we either come to an agreement, or decide to resume our hostilities. My nation will not begin any offensive, but will respond to any with a brutal counter offensive.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 20, 2015, 07:17:08 pm
"What exactly do you mean encroaching in your territory? The problem of these terms is that they are vague. I never spent any Essence or Power in your nation; I only spread information. If you really DO wish to work out a peace agreement, you will have to actually figure out specifics instead of asking me to make vague promises. Do you mean I cannot send any aid to followers within your nation? Cannot visit it? Or cannot spend essence or power? Or simply not go against your desires? Really now, you need to make yourself more clear."
Fine, I will clarify what I am asking. And I am not excessively interested in peace, rather I would prefer spending my resources in a more useful way.
What I am asking for in order to remove the ban on your worship is:
1- That you do not perform any secret actions within the Aag territory.
2- That you do not attempt to change or reshape the Aag society in any way.
3- That you stop any action within the Aag territory when I ask you to do so.
Secretly empowering your followers within Aag territory to perform any change to the system would be a violation of my first and second demands. Doing the same in public would be a violation of my second demand. Attempting to bring an ideology I did not want, despite me asking you many times not to do so, as you did (and which started this conflict in the first place), is also a good example of a violation of the second demand. Banning my worship in territory you control or declaring war against my people would not count as a violation of my demands, but would obviously result in a similarly hostile reaction. Helping your followers within Aag grounds in any way that doesn't affect Aag society is not a violation of either demands. Visiting my nation is not a violation either, as long as you do not attempt to change it in any way. I reserve myself the right to forbid any action within the Aag nation, right that I will use to block any attempt to exploit any loophole. Exploiting a loophole, while not specifically against any of my demands, will still be perceived as a negative action, potentially resulting in a conflict similar to the one we are currently involved in depending on the gravity of the act. If you have any question regarding my demands, or wish to negotiate on any portion of these requests, feel free to contact me. If you are serious about this peace discussion, I would recommend that you refrain Fredrick's offensive, at least until we either come to an agreement, or decide to resume our hostilities. My nation will not begin any offensive, but will respond to any with a brutal counter offensive.
"I will accept this contract as long as you bind yourself to the same restrictions toward the Great Tribe and any future nations that may hold me as their deity."
Post by: Andres on June 20, 2015, 07:17:29 pm
-snip-"This treaty would be good if it was applied to Humans and myself. If you do this, Patronius, I will expect you to sign a similar deal when it comes to Humanity."
(ninja'd)
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 20, 2015, 07:57:42 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 20, 2015, 08:08:27 pm
Welcome back, Utther! I hope your vacation went well! We are all glad to see you again!Uztot also visits the Nation to chat and help out this time.
Answer to prayers:Spoiler (click to show/hide)
Listen to more prayer. Also return to visit the nation to chat and help. Use this occasion to announce that the system will be improved again soon. Appear from time to time in small villages without notifying anyone, to chat for a short time with the locals. Tell them that I will do short surprise visits from time to time in addition to the longer ones.
Spend 2E to make the beta ants even smarter after Izgamlo have done the same to the population.
This is the best kind of competition, don't you agree Izgamlo?Spoiler: New society rules (click to show/hide)
Inform the population that the Lizardmen will now be called the Kaag from now on. Encourage the Yaag species privately to not develop an elitist sentiment, as they need the other species to help them.
Order the army to begin the mass fortification of the villages and the territory. Self-sufficient forts are to be built all over the desert, and are to be guarded by a permanent force. When choosing their location, prioritize to place them around villages, more often than not in the direction of any potential threat, and then in any strategic position.[/b]
After that, appear again to the nation:
I have enacted more defensive measures. Expect more in the future, as some nations have declared their hostility towards us. I want you to be ready in case of a full-scale war. I will see if I can defuse the situation with the human kingdom and the new kingdom. In the meantime, I encourage you to strengthen your alliance with the saplings, and with anyone who you deem to be a good candidate for an alliance. I believe in all of you. We will prevail, even in dark times such as these.
Inform Aag historians that the current state of global warfare is to be called The First Divine Wars. Future large scale conflicts of similar nature will follow the same naming convention.Spoiler: Peace negotiations? (click to show/hide)
Give my army any knowledge I can get of their enemies' armies without spending resources.
To patronius:
So much for being the champion of free speech, patronius. The political motivation behind your actions are painfully easy to read. Anyways, what I told to your favorite puppet was also addressed to you. Do you agree to my conditions, or are we really going to have to waste mortal lives on this petty matter?
((I tried to add some spoilers to reduce the size of my post. None of it is secret so feel free to look at it. The thing I mentioned to patronius is in the peace negotiation spoiler.))
He also teaches the Immortal Ant Divine Art.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 20, 2015, 08:29:20 pm
When I created the Saag, I mentioned that they were very protective of the Maag. Expand this protectiveness to the Yaag and Kaag.
Use 3E, split proportionately to their number so everyone receive the same amount to the Saag, Maag and Yaag to give them increased strength/resistance, dexterity/agility and intelligence/charisma respectively. Use 1E to improve two traits of the Kaag that Uztot will choose.(Stamina/Dexterity, as he chosen)
((most likely going to add more stuff here because I know I wanted to do more things but I can't remember what.))
Post by: Vgray on June 20, 2015, 08:36:54 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 20, 2015, 08:41:00 pm
"Yes, I like the name. We both do, if it matters. I don't know if you consider Azem a person, I'm not really sure if I do, but Iliseth certainly doesn't."
I think Azem is likely to be a person, or at least an independent personality, which is all the same to me. I decided to give the Kaag a gift. Which traits do you wish to improve for them? You can choose two.
Post by: Andres on June 20, 2015, 08:42:18 pm
"If it was merely an independent personality, then I would consider it a person. That it carries memories of a "bubble" that never existed tells me that the personality is a product of insanity.""Yes, I like the name. We both do, if it matters. I don't know if you consider Azem a person, I'm not really sure if I do, but Iliseth certainly doesn't."
I think Azem is likely to be a person, or at least an independent personality, which is all the same to me. I decided to give the Kaag a gift. Which traits do you wish to improve for the Kaag? You can choose two.
I ask the leader of the New Kingdom who they are, who they serve, how they came to power, and what its goals are.
Post by: Vgray on June 20, 2015, 08:54:30 pm
Uztot, are you fine with me giving your lizardmen a new name? I also need you to choose something."Hm. Dexterity and stamina perhaps?"
When I created the Saag, I mentioned that they were very protective of the Maag. Expand this protectiveness to the Yaag and Kaag.
Use 3E, split proportionately to their number so everyone receive the same amount to the Saag, Maag and Yaag to give them increased strength/resistance, dexterity/agility and intelligence/charisma respectively. Use 1E to improve two traits of the Kaag that Uztot will choose.
((most likely going to add more stuff here because I know I wanted to do more things but I can't remember what.))
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 20, 2015, 09:10:54 pm
Post by: micelus on June 20, 2015, 09:31:33 pm
Mavnon curtsied to the monarch playfully, very aware of the oddity of a god giving so much respect to a mortal. With a devilish smile, she turned to the Pantheon of Blood and Progress and gave them a wink.
"So my king, you see the gods come to your throne."
"All gods of a single order, seeking treaty without a bone."
"Had they sent mortal lords, this would be at all odd."
"As you can see though, they have come humbly without a lot."
"Keen with godly fire, they want peace and what is known."
"Awful as it is, it is a sight to see the gods in such lowly knots."
"Do as you wish as it is your realm"
"I however recommend what you watch your step for though the gods are humble, they have power indeed."
"Do not however give in completely for that is a fool's error."
"I know you cannot trust me, I surely do not trust the gods, but take my advice and listen."
"To leave it by the road and listen to your heart is the fool's idea alone."
Post by: Andres on June 20, 2015, 09:58:13 pm
All hostile actions toward Iliseth this tick have been canceled.As a result of successful peace talks made in private, all hostile actions toward Patronius this Tick have been cancelled. Peace has been made.
"Patronius, now that you are at peace with both myself and Lithus, you could allow Uztot's missionaries to spread the faith of ILU? I believe you had issue with it because I was part of that pantheon."
As the other gods lowered themselves and negotiated directly with the king of the so-called 'New Kingdom' Mavnon descended himself to relieve some stress."At this stage I am merely curious about this "New King", having just heard of him."
Mavnon curtsied to the monarch playfully, very aware of the oddity of a god giving so much respect to a mortal. With a devilish smile, she turned to the Pantheon of Blood and Progress and gave them a wink.
"So my king, you see the gods come to your throne."
"All gods of a single order, seeking treaty without a bone."
"Had they sent mortal lords, this would be at all odd."
"As you can see though, they have come humbly without a lot."
"Keen with godly fire, they want peace and what is known."
"Awful as it is, it is a sight to see the gods in such lowly knots."
"Do as you wish as it is your realm"
"I however recommend what you watch your step for though the gods are humble, they have power indeed."
"Do not however give in completely for that is a fool's error."
"I know you cannot trust me, I surely do not trust the gods, but take my advice and listen."
"To leave it by the road and listen to your heart is the fool's idea alone."
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 20, 2015, 10:02:57 pm
"Patronius, now that you are at peace with both myself and Lithus, you could allow Uztot's missionaries to spread the faith of ILU? I believe you had issue with it because I was part of that pantheon."
"This is allowed, yes."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 20, 2015, 10:07:17 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 20, 2015, 10:13:33 pm
Tell Frederick of this; let him know that the Aag nation is allowing worship of me once again. The bans and plans for war shouldn't be necessary anymore (he should consider plans to spread religion instead ;)).
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 21, 2015, 02:19:42 am
Spend 2E to make the beta ants even smarter after Izgamlo have done the same to the population.No, I don't. Please stop that.
This is the best kind of competition, don't you agree Izgamlo?
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 21, 2015, 10:40:09 am
Spend 2E to make the beta ants even smarter after Izgamlo have done the same to the population.No, I don't. Please stop that.
This is the best kind of competition, don't you agree Izgamlo?
Boooooring. They didn't do anything wrong, they were even helping everyone. I'm afraid I will never understand your judgement, why would you be against smarter ants?
Cancel giving beta ants increased intelligence. Visit them instead:
create a permanent portal connecting the beta ant research facility to somewhere within the Aag territory, not too far away from the center. Create an environment sustainable for both the ants and the Aag species, including the Kaag in a hollowed out chitinous sphere, large enough to fit several Saag and with an entrance large enough for them, around the portal. Tell the Aag nation to establish a permanent research colony around the chitinous sphere. They are to work with the beta ants to perform science, and give them any resources they need within reasonable limits.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 21, 2015, 10:44:37 am
It's not that I don't like them, it's just that I don't want large intelligence gaps between different groups of ants. I'm fine with them doing science and whatnot, but can you stop telling them stuff like that I don't like them? Do you want me to go around the Maag telling them that you secretly hate them?Spend 2E to make the beta ants even smarter after Izgamlo have done the same to the population.No, I don't. Please stop that.
This is the best kind of competition, don't you agree Izgamlo?
Boooooring. They didn't do anything wrong, they were even helping everyone. I'm afraid I will never understand your judgement, why would you be against smarter ants?
Cancel giving beta ants increased intelligence. Visit them instead:
Your creator apparently doesn't like you, and so has taken upon his duty to make you as dull as possible. That is really a shame. I recommend you to still focus of pursuing scientific knowledge. I will also take this opportunity to fix the problem you told me about. You can still call yourselves beta ants, if only because of your shared ideal.
create a permanent portal connecting the beta ant research facility to somewhere within the Aag territory, not too far away from the center. Create an environment sustainable for both the ants and the Aag species, including the Kaag in a hollowed out chitinous sphere, large enough to fit several Saag and with an entrance large enough for them, around the portal. Tell the Aag nation to establish a permanent research colony around the chitinous sphere. They are to work with the beta ants to perform science, and give them any resources they need within reasonable limits.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 21, 2015, 10:54:10 am
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 21, 2015, 11:08:28 am
Create two more Great Trees
1 Power for each of those things for good weather
"...Gai-gen....I have a request to ask of you...you may find it intriguing as well...I wish to create a race of beings...of clockwork and automation...grand towers growing and replicating...their inner gears revealing much to those who wish to learn...they would require an intricate knowledge of physics, and the principles of motion...I believe your aid would be very helpful in this matter for that reason..."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 21, 2015, 12:12:20 pm
This is getting fairly irritating. Give me my rifle back or I will do everything in my power to end your existence. As I said the last time, if you give me my rifle I promise I will stop hurting you. I no longer have any war to worry about, which means that this time I will have the totality of my resources available against you.
Post by: Jbg97 on June 21, 2015, 05:18:03 pm
Return to the monster who stole my rifle, speak to him again in a way that he can understand:[faint Utther laughter intensifies]
This is getting fairly irritating. Give me my rifle back or I will do everything in my power to end your existence. As I said the last time, if you give me my rifle I promise I will stop hurting you. I no longer have any war to worry about, which means that this time I will have the totality of my resources available against you.
Post by: ~Neri on June 21, 2015, 05:25:39 pm
"Just make a new rifle. Be easier that way."Return to the monster who stole my rifle, speak to him again in a way that he can understand:[faint Utther laughter intensifies]
This is getting fairly irritating. Give me my rifle back or I will do everything in my power to end your existence. As I said the last time, if you give me my rifle I promise I will stop hurting you. I no longer have any war to worry about, which means that this time I will have the totality of my resources available against you.
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 21, 2015, 10:15:31 pm
Aurosseu forms a pantheon with Nilva, Skolld, Verruckt, Alicia and Char.
Post by: ~Neri on June 21, 2015, 10:16:33 pm
Post by: Happy Demon on June 21, 2015, 10:19:54 pm
Skolld is joining the Pantheon.
Post by: Stirk on June 21, 2015, 10:48:43 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 21, 2015, 10:50:19 pm
Post by: Happy Demon on June 21, 2015, 10:52:04 pm
((Any particular ability or rules of the Pantheon that I should know mechanically?))
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Post by: Andres on June 22, 2015, 12:28:24 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 22, 2015, 12:29:58 am
Post by: Vgray on June 22, 2015, 12:35:39 am
"At this rate, each Pantheon will need it's own ambassador."
Post by: ~Neri on June 22, 2015, 12:36:23 am
Post by: Andres on June 22, 2015, 12:42:33 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 22, 2015, 12:46:28 am
Post by: Vgray on June 22, 2015, 12:53:16 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 22, 2015, 12:55:23 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 22, 2015, 01:08:20 am
Tell my church to begin performing charity, helping inventor, scientists and artists in need with donations. The church is also to organize a yearly fair, allowing every local inventors to compete to show their greatest invention to the public. A contest will be made to determine the best invention in many different categories, rewarding the winners with monetary rewards and a trophy. Worshiping me is in no way required to benefit or participate to any of these. These actions will be done at every location where there is a sufficient following to allow it, even outside the Aag territory, but only within patronius-controlled territory if he allows it.
Patronius, do you have any objection for these actions to apply in your lands as well?
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 22, 2015, 01:14:06 am
Patronius, do you have any objection for these actions to apply in your lands as well?
It's up to Frederick whether to allow it or not; I mean what I said earlier. Outside of hostile actions or actions from hostile Gods, I don't plan on directly intervening in these sorts of affairs. I will not try to sway him one way or another on this matter.
Post by: micelus on June 22, 2015, 05:28:29 am
Good luck everyone with this new pantheon. I hope our respective ones will maintain a better relation than we had with the previous one.
Tell my church to begin performing charity, helping inventor, scientists and artists in need with donations. The church is also to organize a yearly fair, allowing every local inventors to compete to show their greatest invention to the public. A contest will be made to determine the best invention in many different categories, rewarding the winners with monetary rewards and a trophy. Worshiping me is in no way required to benefit or participate to any of these. These actions will be done at every location where there is a sufficient following to allow it, even outside the Aag territory, but only within patronius-controlled territory if he allows it.
Patronius, do you have any objection for these actions to apply in your lands as well?
Not only allow this in Rilem lands, but make it a supported holiday of the High Church. A form of ecumenism, as such. All fairs in Rilem land will be proudly sponsored by the Clan High Church/ All winners (as well as those with legitimately good inventions) will be offered employment by the Clan. This would include royalties should their inventions become a useable product. Illyria is to be given the discretion to choose amongst the contestants for apprentices and inventions she finds interesting.
Other orders:
1. Set up the Academy of Stones in the Rilem Mountainhome. It is to be the Clan's foremost academical institution teaching courses in everything that can be taught. Special divisions are to be created to analyse information from the Ritualstones, monitor the progress of the Aag and developments amongst the Dwarves. Individuals of high academical knowledge are invited from all over the world to teach and research at the Academy.
2. Set up the Adventurer's Guild in CRD territories to serve as a HQ for all adventurers. Every member must simply partake of the Fountain and pay a small fee for membership. In return, they will be provided free board and food in Adventurer Chapters throughout the world, legal advice as well as a general amnesty from crimes prior to their membership. The establishment of these chapters are to be funded mostly by the Clan. 10% of all loot is to be given back the Guild and 5% to the Clan.
3. Send an announcement to the Orcish nomads. From now on small raids (be it for cattle, slaves or boredom) will be encouraged towards every civilisation amongst the fragments without exception. Extermination and razing is not. Any highly successful orc will be aptly rewarded by Mavnon.
Post by: Andres on June 22, 2015, 06:21:33 am
Get Lan Cao's spynetworks to determine if any independent human tribes were supporting the rebels. If so, they are to be given an ultimatum: demilitarisation and opening their trade networks to Rilem. Should they refuse, warn them that the Armies of Rilem are completely intact and very much ready to invade.
Any rebel supporter within Clan territory are to be arrested and given a choice: an oath between themselves and Mavnon to serve her forever until death or the indentured servitude of themselves and their descendants. Any informers who can locate these rebel sympathisers (who have proven to be actual sympathisers by Lan Cao's spies) are to be rewarded with full Clan membership, possession of the accused and their possesions should their association with the rebels be proven.
Any practitioners of Art are to be rounded up. If determined to be loyal to the rebels or Iliseth, they are to be 'studied' by Illyria for possible uses.
The worship of Iliseth within Clan lands, while allowed, is to be monitored by the government. Iliseth must be worshiped in a way that is supportive of Clan rule.
"Please cancel these actions. They are draconian, unnecessary, and only serve to harm."
Post by: micelus on June 22, 2015, 06:34:59 am
Post by: Andres on June 22, 2015, 06:45:22 am
Post by: micelus on June 22, 2015, 06:52:26 am
Post by: Andres on June 22, 2015, 06:58:01 am
Post by: micelus on June 22, 2015, 07:03:08 am
"As for your your offer...no, I think not...would be a horrible reward to the Clan..."
A thought came to Mavnon.
"Actually, if you can convince the dwarves to leave themselves without killing them, then I would make no move to challenge you. Even better if you can make the humans do it."
((These are to only occur if the CRDs do not accept Iliseth's offer below.))
Get Lan Cao's spynetworks to determine if any independent human tribes were supporting the rebels. If so, they are to be given an ultimatum: demilitarisation and opening their trade networks to Rilem. Should they refuse, warn them that the Armies of Rilem are completely intact and very much ready to invade.
Any rebel supporter within Clan territory are to be arrested and given a choice: an oath between themselves and Mavnon to serve her forever until death or the indentured servitude of themselves and their descendants. Any informers who can locate these rebel sympathisers (who have proven to be actual sympathisers by Lan Cao's spies) are to be rewarded with full Clan membership, possession of the accused and their possesions should their association with the rebels be proven.
Any practitioners of Art are to be rounded up. If determined to be loyal to the rebels or Iliseth, they are to be 'studied' by Illyria for possible uses.
The worship of Iliseth within Clan lands, while allowed, is to be monitored by the government. Iliseth must be worshiped in a way that is supportive of Clan rule.
Post by: Andres on June 22, 2015, 07:08:16 am
Post by: Andres on June 22, 2015, 07:24:33 am
(Because of the nature of the above action, I'm guess you're delaying your actions until the CRD give a response?)
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 22, 2015, 07:36:27 am
Check on how dwarves are doing society wise. How the dwarves are distributed (or not distributed) into nations/kingdoms and how they feel about that.
Check on how dwarves are doing tech wise. How good are dwarven scientists/inventiors compared to those of other races and have they found out how to use iron yet?
My priests are to establish temples and travel the lands, using their skill of forging golemic limbs to heal people. Not entirely for free of course, those that could pay would do so (coin, goods, information are all well), and those that cannot would work off their debt instead. They would spread my word among those who would wish to hear it and take those most interested as aprentices. The temples built would be not only places of worship, but also forges of golem parts, and would contain detailed maps of surounding lands, updated by what priests would find out while traveling.
Post by: micelus on June 22, 2015, 07:39:40 am
(Double-post for important bump.)
(Because of the nature of the above action, I'm guess you're delaying your actions until the CRD give a response?)
((If they accept, my actions won't go ahead. If they don't, they will. I'll move them to my latest post so that Stirk doesn't do them anyway.))
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 22, 2015, 09:22:14 am
Post by: Andres on June 22, 2015, 09:42:20 am
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Send the Leader angel to the Great Tribe where it'll spread my faith and teach Art. As in all cases where Art is taught, safety and acclimation are the first things taught.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 22, 2015, 12:57:21 pm
Order the creation of three great academies in Aagius, the capital. One of these, named "The Technitus Academy of Science", will focus on teaching and researching science, the second one, named "The Magicka Academy of magic", will focus on teaching and researching magic and the third one, called "The Combina Academy of Technomancy", will focus on teaching and researching technomancy, which is the combination of science and magic. Smaller schools with the same goals of one of the great academies will also be created in smaller cities, wherever there is a demand for one. The only requirement to be admitted inside any of these schools and academies is to have a permanent citizenship paper.
Give a fey mood to a group of Yaag, who will work together to develop iron and steel working.
Mavnon, was it you that proposed the cultural exchange? I would like to know more about what it entails.
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 22, 2015, 03:13:17 pm
"I hope this helps your research."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 22, 2015, 04:29:45 pm
Once the Magicka Academy of magic is created, Alicia tries to find the student with the most talent for music. She then proceeds to enchant their instrument, allowing it to be used for instrumental magic.
"I hope this helps your research."
Yes, thank you very much for this gift.
Post by: micelus on June 22, 2015, 04:53:07 pm
"Mavnon...I would have you know...if those Orcs of yours raid the Great Trees...they will not be the only things to suffer the consequences...."
"They would hardly do any damage if they did. If they do, they have clearly went against my wishes and I will do my best to repair the damage."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 22, 2015, 05:37:08 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 22, 2015, 05:59:21 pm
Friendly reminder that I am still looking for whoever proposed the cultural exchange.
If it was proposed by mortals, ask them for more details regarding the cultural exchange.
Post by: Vgray on June 22, 2015, 06:23:13 pm
Post by: gman8181 on June 22, 2015, 06:27:24 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 22, 2015, 07:35:00 pm
"That reminds me, I haven't forgotten about my gift to your Saplings Teburshe. I have merely been delayed.""There is no need...to worry, my friend...I understand completely..."
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 22, 2015, 08:18:18 pm
Post by: Andres on June 22, 2015, 09:33:27 pm
Spoiler: The Amulets (click to show/hide)
I do not do the above actions if it takes from my Crux.
I fire a 5% (out of 100%) Soul blast at a mountain in the middle of nowhere. Just to be absolutely clear, the energy used will indeed come out of the amulets. The "5%" is out of the total energy available to me from the amulets. I do not do this if it takes from my Essence, Power, or Crux.
Post by: Andres on June 22, 2015, 11:26:13 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 22, 2015, 11:30:11 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 22, 2015, 11:35:24 pm
"...what, you don't believe...I would get along with Kinship and Progress...?...or is it only my past dealings with Iliseth...that have you doubtful?"
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 22, 2015, 11:44:12 pm
Post by: Andres on June 22, 2015, 11:51:29 pm
Post by: micelus on June 23, 2015, 03:57:18 am
Tell the Aag nation that I am waiting for a response from the initiator of the cultural exchange before taking my final decision.
Friendly reminder that I am still looking for whoever proposed the cultural exchange.
If it was proposed by mortals, ask them for more details regarding the cultural exchange.
"Ah yes, that was I. Are you still willing to discuss it?"
Order Rilem missionaries to spread the word of the Church amongst the Dwarven nations.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 23, 2015, 08:54:44 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 23, 2015, 09:20:58 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 23, 2015, 09:26:19 am
Order Rilem missionaries to spread the word of the Church amongst the Dwarven nations.
See how crownbearers resolve innevitable conflict due to religious friction.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 23, 2015, 11:19:34 am
Tell the Aag nation that I am waiting for a response from the initiator of the cultural exchange before taking my final decision.
Friendly reminder that I am still looking for whoever proposed the cultural exchange.
If it was proposed by mortals, ask them for more details regarding the cultural exchange.
"Ah yes, that was I. Are you still willing to discuss it?"
Order Rilem missionaries to spread the word of the Church amongst the Dwarven nations.
Yes, I wished to know exactly what this exchange would entail for our two nations.
"Awakening. What has happened in my absence?"
Many conflicts. Humans conquered by the Clan Rilem began a revolt, Mavnon and Illiseth went in an open conflict, while me and Patronius barely avoided an open war. A new kingdom appeared and started conquering lands from every single nations except the Clan Rilem. Me, Illiseth, Uztot/Azem and Teburshe formed a pantheon, Patronius and Mavnon formed another one, and a third one was formed, including Nilva and Alicia. I most likely forgot a few members from the two last pantheon. Some sort of monster attempted to kill the human and ant leader. This beast is almost certainly of divine origin, as it survived two blasts of energy from me.
Post by: ~Neri on June 23, 2015, 01:40:17 pm
Post by: gman8181 on June 23, 2015, 03:19:16 pm
Verruckt shrugs.
More investigating would probably provide a more definitive answer but it doesn't particularly interest me.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 23, 2015, 04:43:56 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 23, 2015, 04:59:51 pm
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 23, 2015, 05:06:17 pm
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 23, 2015, 05:24:32 pm
I officially join the pantheon, the Elemental Council, with Nilva.
Post by: ~Neri on June 23, 2015, 05:35:39 pm
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 23, 2015, 06:19:56 pm
Spoiler: Secret Action: GM and Elemental Council ONLY (click to show/hide)
Post by: Andres on June 23, 2015, 06:27:09 pm
Post by: Happy Demon on June 23, 2015, 06:30:54 pm
(Stirk said to do secret actions via PM. I won't look at your actions but others Rolepgeek will.)((Didn't he say he wouldn't? Besides, this is the price of psuedo-secret actions.))
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 23, 2015, 06:44:56 pm
(Stirk said to do secret actions via PM. I won't look at your actions but others Rolepgeek will.)(I thought I should do this in a spoiler because it was also for my pantheon, and Stirk also said that PMs get very little priority, like 3 ticks of delay in my experience.)
Post by: Andres on June 23, 2015, 06:54:10 pm
I think I would prefer you go back to PMs, since this seems to be more trouble then its worth.
Since I didn't have any rules for it, and if he *really* wanted to he could have read it without saying anything like everyone else did, it really isn't appropriate to punish him for it.
(Also, apology to Rolepgeek. I really shouldn't hold on to any kind of grudge.)
Post by: micelus on June 23, 2015, 07:48:24 pm
Tell the Aag nation that I am waiting for a response from the initiator of the cultural exchange before taking my final decision.
Friendly reminder that I am still looking for whoever proposed the cultural exchange.
If it was proposed by mortals, ask them for more details regarding the cultural exchange.
"Ah yes, that was I. Are you still willing to discuss it?"
Order Rilem missionaries to spread the word of the Church amongst the Dwarven nations.
Yes, I wished to know exactly what this exchange would entail for our two nations.
"A few members of each nation will inhabit the other nation and absorb as much as each other's culture as possible. I would hope this would foster ties between both nations as well as spread some culture around."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 23, 2015, 08:03:00 pm
Tell the Aag nation that I am waiting for a response from the initiator of the cultural exchange before taking my final decision.
Friendly reminder that I am still looking for whoever proposed the cultural exchange.
If it was proposed by mortals, ask them for more details regarding the cultural exchange.
"Ah yes, that was I. Are you still willing to discuss it?"
Order Rilem missionaries to spread the word of the Church amongst the Dwarven nations.
Yes, I wished to know exactly what this exchange would entail for our two nations.
"A few members of each nation will inhabit the other nation and absorb as much as each other's culture as possible. I would hope this would foster ties between both nations as well as spread some culture around."
Then I will accept this exchange.
Tell the Aag nation that the cultural exchange will indeed take place.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 23, 2015, 08:28:26 pm
((Edit: modified.))
Post by: Quartz_Mace on June 23, 2015, 10:34:12 pm
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 24, 2015, 12:10:04 am
Post by: Andres on June 24, 2015, 12:11:49 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 24, 2015, 12:14:04 am
Post by: micelus on June 24, 2015, 12:50:27 am
Vault of Quintessence: the Highest Heaven, its inhabitants are in a dream-like existence where all their wishes come true. Those who reside here have performed great acts and deeds for the Church.
Vault of Bliss: Those devout who while pious, were unable to greatly aid the Church. Their existence is peaceful and pleasurable but much like mortal life.
Vault of Mire: A realm of eternal night, this vault is quiet and oddly beautiful but not at all a perfect afterlife. Its inhabitants live a life very much akin to their mortal lives with much of its hardships, but are able to reincarnate for a chance at another vault. Those who come here were not very pious.
Vault of Rectification: A hellish realm of forges, its residents are here only for a short time before being turned into Durazni and shipped off to serve the High Church in the mortal realm. Those sent here have sinned immensely towards the gods or their mortal kin.
Any mortal may be plucked out of the High Heavens by pantheon members of the High Church.
Use the High Church Afterlife Seed as a base for the High Heavens if it has any essence inside it.
((As stated in the OOC, the cost of all these together should be 7-8E))
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 24, 2015, 12:54:39 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 24, 2015, 12:57:49 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 24, 2015, 01:07:20 am
Post by: micelus on June 24, 2015, 01:09:06 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 24, 2015, 01:13:45 am
"I have to ask. What the feth is the point of the lower two vaults? They only classify with people who aren't following the church."
Post by: Detoxicated on June 24, 2015, 01:15:17 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 24, 2015, 01:20:33 am
"Also you're sorta stereotyping based off spheres. Please interact first before doing such."
"I intend to aid the God of Binding in creation of a pseudoafterlife that enables spirits to take a more active affect on life soon actually."
Post by: micelus on June 24, 2015, 01:21:03 am
Nilva check to ensure that only church followers are affected by the vault afterlives.
"I have to ask. What the feth is the point of the lower two vaults? They only classify with people who aren't following the church."
"Some sinners can still have faith in their gods despite everything they've done or not done. It is the belief in the Church amongst all else that makes one a follower."
Post by: ~Neri on June 24, 2015, 01:23:49 am
Post by: Detoxicated on June 24, 2015, 01:24:52 am
Stellarion takes the form of a squirrel and watches over space clan.
Post by: ~Neri on June 24, 2015, 01:29:49 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 24, 2015, 01:43:29 am
"... oh well."
Use all my Power. Infuse the dwarven nations with a single idea: that of a perpetual motion device. Leave the Clan out of it.
I'd greatly prefer for you to not criple scientific progress of dwarven race. Cease this.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 24, 2015, 09:03:07 am
Instead, use 4 Power to infuse a tenth of the dwarven engineers with the idea for a perpetual motion device, not including the Clan.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 24, 2015, 08:06:43 pm
"You have a point."
Instead, use 4 Power to infuse a tenth of the dwarven engineers with the idea for a perpetual motion device, not including the Clan.
Still rather interested in why you'd distract even a fraction of dwarven scientists with an impossible task. More interested in why you'd exclude Clan Rilem though.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 24, 2015, 09:00:56 pm
Post by: Stirk on June 24, 2015, 09:20:29 pm
Another series of Holes seems to have been ripped in reality! More Nothing is exchanged through the portal at a rate greater then even before.
Izgamlo appears before the Ant King!
Ant King: It was a Trick the Ring Told me. Neat, huh?
Fredrick naturally accepts the offer of an Alliance between the Nations, Piously making the new suggested days National Holidays. He begins discussing matters of Trade, Military, and the High Church with the Clan Leaders in his personal estate.
Musling Dreamer: Wow, this is perfect! Thanks! Why can't the real world be like this!?
Hearthspirit: Wow! Now I am almost a real boy! I had better tell Mr. Geppetto right away!
Semi-Sentient Wolf?: The Headscracthes seem to have been what he had requested, and he wags his tail happily.
(Not)Thirsty Nomad: I don't know what you did, but they are letting us drink from it now! Thank Nilva! (Nilva -2P)
? ? ?: Thanks!
Nilva Prayers:
Worried Nomad: A Wolf bit someone in the Great Tribe, and they captured it and are preparing it for execution! What should we do?
Semi-Sentient Worse: (Feelings of mild annoyance at having to drag Nomads around)
Nomadic Nomad: Is it still safe to travel through Orc Lands?
Izgamlo attempts to remove the inequality of intelligence in the Ants! A general boost seems much more difficult then granting abilities to a small section, but the gap seems to lower somewhat. The constant study of the Betas seems to keep them ahead even further, in any case. Many Normal Ants join the Beta group, gaining respect as equals. (Izgamlo -3E)
Alicia Prayers:
Musicless Ant: Oh, woe is me! We have no real instruments, musical Voices, or even good ears! Why must we Ants be without true Music?
Nighttime Human Minstrel: Ach! Those toneless Nomads keep howling all night, ruining the Music I am trying to perform in the Chiten moonlight!
Confused Townsman: OH GOD WHY ARE WE STILL FLYING WHAT IS HAPPENING!
Maag Obelisk: Is he real? Is what he says true?
Lizardman Recruit: Such as what?
Adventurous Naiad: I...can leave! I will become the Fragment's Greatest Adventurer!
Uztot grants a handful of Naiads the ability to leave their homes! Most seem content with staying in their bodies of water, with the more adventures and lonely ones accepting the new gift. This is fortunate, for removing such a large burden is rather expensive if applied to the entire race (Uztot -3E).
Frederick accepts Uztot's invitation to talk! He does, however, turn down the drink, instead offering Human-made alchol which he says he has a taste for.
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(I have a fairly large problem with this. Ok, so the "power-decreased" thing is only relative to other angels, i.e. the ones that cost 4E. With 1E, I can make 2k Humans. With 1E, I think I can expect whatever angel I make to still be a few times more powerful than an ordinary Human. Humans with wings, by the way.)
((There is no "Other Angels", let alone a 4E one, to compare it to.))
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(I would've thought it extremely obvious I meant the Dwarves currently invading my lands. I'll be more specific next time.)
(No Dwarves are currently invading your lands.)
Iliseth brings the pointlessly murdered Dwarves back to life! She offers to grant them wishes, but they are generally things like "DON'T KILL ME AGAIN!" and "GET AWAY YOU MONSTER!". (Iliseth -3E)
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(I don't see any mention of the Humans using Ar or the Leader employing any tactics with the revolutionaries (was meant to be a separate army from the Temps. Could've flanked and stuff.) Also, did the Leader not train the Revolutionaries? Should I be more specific next time? Did the angel manage to help develop horse-riding? That too wasn't mentioned.)
((The Humans do not have Assault Rifles, which is why they didn't use any. The Revolutionaries where more or less poorly trained equivalent to conscripts who can't do much in the way of tactics, and had a difficult enough time just standing there and stabbing things.))
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(FN FNAR? Very well. I had this in mind if you were curious. :P)
((If it isn't stated, I get license to do whatever I want~. Your little Helsing gun wouldn't have been much different.))
Human Hunter:Hmmm, this seems to be a good use of it! Thanks!
Human Artist: X ingredients? I will try this, I do not know if we have those kind of resources...
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(I actually created actual horses back in Tick 5. TBH I'd have been surprised if they hadn't learned to ride them on their own by now, especially since I told them to learn to do so. Can you tell me which of the technologies they already know? See the GM/Pantheon Only section above for the life-risking thing.)
The majority of normal Horses have been devoured by the wolf-based wildlife. The Humans gave up on your orders long ago. Horses are now an endangered species, living in small groups on the planes where they struggle not to be devoured by megawolves, Great Wolves, and wolfers. There seems to be no real large-scale taming done. Worses seem to have had a much better time surviving in this world, on top of being less afraid of literally every animal in existence, harder to spook, and more loyal then regular horses, making them the preferred choice for domestication for most of the world.
Izgamlo investigates the flying city! It seems to be near the other flying fragments, being held up by the same forces. The Alicia-born seem to be capable of living on it, and trade has begun with the Muslings who inhabit nearby.
Skolld creates Shamanism! This might be more expensive then he thought (Skolld -7E)
The Human Woman accepts the gift gladly, using the form changing abilities to disguise herself as she retreats. She places her child in a far away land, before returning to help her allies and accomplices escape with the same transformations.
The Guards also enjoy the gift, beginning to sniff at the air for the traces of their prey's scent. They locate the POWs easily with the new ability, putting the shackles to them once again.
The hunter feels he has no choice but to accept, and immediately uses the ability to retreat underground, away from the Beast's assault. He feels the Pain as the beast attacks, and vows revenge against it.
Skolld then tracks down the water wolves! Like the Earth wolves, most seem to avoid the other creatures. This is made much easier by their ability to go deep in the Oceans, where nothing is near to harm them. A large minority lives much closer to civilizations, often taking residence in water inhabited and thus protected by a Naiad.
((Race already made))
Tower question: Well, what is Space then?
Clan Question: I see, I will try using these arguments then.
Tower Name question: High Tower? A little on the nose, don't you think?
The Bookkeeper has a woman brought in as an assistant! They begin to form a relationship. The Book keeping job seems to have brought him a good amount of esteem among the Space Clan, who perform his missions with great gusto. He doesn't seem to leave his home often, and has no real problems at the moment, but his God keeps a watchful eye.
The Mortals are left to decide for themselves whether to devote themselves to one aspect or multiple. The two ideologies spread throughout the High Church, becoming a popular theological debate among those who hold the Aspects in esteem.
The Dreamborn is declared the winner, and given the ring! Sankis doesn't seem to be happy about this. He tracks the Dreamborn to his home, knocking on the door with the crossbow he made on his back. Sankis then points the weapon at the Dreamborn's head, stating that while Agriculture tools may be useful in some cases, the man with a weapon can always take from the man without one. Is he behaving differently from normal? (Patronius -1E, 2P)
Patronius then continues to make a new race, the Sacred Aurors! They are quickly accepted into the Great Tribe, though many seem to want to make their own land where they can be the leader. Fredrick declares the day that they are created a Holy Day, and asks that Aurors be celebrated on this day. (Patronius -8E)
I really have to check if the Ring Of Empathy was made later, but if it was, it was granted to a mortal! If they exist, they proceed to look at it questionably, seeming to be empathetic to the ring.
Fredrick's Underling: Oh, not good. Now that this is confirmed, how should we respond?
Musling Conductor: Thank you! I am off to make a choir, a band, and a choirband!
The afterlife seed is created! As it has no essence in it yet, it is just a thought seed that doesn't physically exist.
The Ringbearers all seem safe, except the Dreamborn who has a crossbow to the head. What do you want to do about that?
Patronius prayers:
Shadow Kabold: Does controlling someone like a puppet count as Leading them?
Ant: Is it better to have one strong Leader, or many weaker ones?
Human Tribesman: Why do those Nomads have so many weird animals with them?
Uztot finds his high priests! They all seem to feel the disappointment of the other races he had created that where not chosen, and the excitement in each other. They are the sent to the Great Tribe, where they are more or less welcomed.
Iliseth attempts to make an Angel for cheap and fails. This negates the ITH actions, unless she did that herself.
Lizardmen/Kaag: Kaag, I like it! I will spread this around the others, so we may be true members of the Aag!
Yaag: If these gifts where so useful, why has Empathy been lowered for us? You had not made the Maag stupid, nor the Kaag weakness. Why must we have the negative ability?
Maag Council-member: So long as we continue improving our Wonderful system, I will be happy.
Lithus/Luthus prayers:
Human Revolutionary: We have taken a huge blow with that last battle! How can we recuperate this loss?
Kaag Dissector: Who is that new fellow you brought in that we aren't allowed to get near?
Outskirt Maag: My Lord! The New Kingdom is advancing on our lands once again!
The Aag nation once again changes its policies! They begin producing paper for record keeping purposes, and giving out identification to the citizens.
Lithus/Luthus once again chats with his people! The festivities happen once again, with the Councilpersons taking advantage of the situation to give out IDs to those waiting in line. Lithus/Luthus then appears in smaller towns, this time without the masses appearing. The few who chat seem to do so for longer and on a more personal level, though they don't expect the visits.
New Kingdom King:
Peace? There will be no peace. You are a being whose only goal is your own amusement. The Aag nation was made by you to worship you and fight for you. I will free them from you. Do all you want, but a god is simply a demon with a pretty face.
The Aag nation then continue to prepare for War! Fortresses are built and maintained. The lack of resources needed to feed and water the Maag makes it much easier to create self-sustaining fortresses, though they are having difficulties building and arming them all.
Fredrick is undaunted by Lithus/Luthus's impressive appearance, though his guards look shaken. (c -1P)
Fredrick: So, you say that we would miss out on not worshiping you, yet you do not fear your entire nation falling apart from lack of leadership? My Great God allows us to easily advance without you! We have venerated Aspects that are completely independent from you, we will lose nothing. You, on the other hand, have nothing to replace Patronius's guiding hand! I will show you how quickly a good Leader can tear apart a poor nation!
The Aag nation is then given the obviose intelligence of their enemies. They seem to know most of it, but begin making plans based on your more perfect version.
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((Alright then. Golem magic will be powered by direct contact with fire. Puting a Golem magic marked metal in fire will not heat it, but instead charge the engravings within the metal. An hour of charging would be enough to serve for a day, max ammount of charge would hold for two weeks. The limbs are suposed to be detachable.))
((Alright, that will work. Very interesting power source.))
Uztot tags along with Lithus/Luthu's usual visit! There seems to be a much smaller group visiting him, with most going to the God of Progress before visiting him. He seems to be popular among the Hearth Spirits who can't visit him themselves.
The Immortal Ant now knows divine art!
The Saag now have their protective instincts spread to protect the other Aag nations! The races are then blessed, but it does not seem to have a very noticeable effect on any of hte Races that had been blessed. (Lithus/Luthus -4E)
New Leader:
You have not earned the right to know my name. I serve no one, I came to power through my own strength, and my goals are simple. The gods are callous and selfish. Whole races have been created solely to worship you, fight for you, to be your entertainment. You are parasites on your own creations, and I will free my fellow mortals from your grip.
All hostile actions toward Iliseth this tick have been canceled.
((Acknowledged. I may or may not have missed some, since I work from last tick down.))
Frederick reluctantly withdraws all his hostility, returning the relations between the Nations to normal. The military still seem to be expanding, just in case...
The Chitin Moon is finally linked to the Planet! Many beta ants begin coming down to investigate. The King himself makes an appearance. Most seem to be confused by the sheer size of the other Races, as well as being in awe of all the resources. The Beta ants begin taking in the scientific knowledge collected by the Aag, advancing them swiftly. (Lithus/Luthus -5E)
Teburshe continues to plant things and mess up weather/weather analogue. The territories of the Saplings continue to grow, becoming a fair sized nation. (Teburshe -6P)
Rifle Stealing beast:
(For the record, it seems to understand Godly language just fine)
Once again, you threaten me, while asking me to arm you further? You might as well be mugging the Blacksmith! I refuse to give a brute like you a weapon that he would no doubt shoot at me once again. Besides, as you can see, I do not have it on me. If you kill me, you will never get it back.
A new, large pantheon is created! It seems to be called the Elemental Council, for now.
The church of Lithus/Luthus begins giving charity to a certain subset of people. In addition, they start a contest, promising rewards to promising inventors. Money doesn't seem to have been invented yet, however. Clan Rilem and the Great Tribe seem to welcome these events as orders of the High Church, making the events well attended by representatives of multiple races and nations.
The Academy of Stones is opened! It seems to be a popular stop by the Dwarves and Great Tribe Humans, who join happily to bring knowledge back to the their homeland.
Next, the Adventurer's Guild is set up! It proceeds to make a small fortune in trafficking Evolution Orbs from the Dungeon to the fragments, making it simple to expand further. Many adventurous individuals now partake of the Fountain before simply traveling around, as a simple Traveler's boon. Some nations don't seem to welcome the Adventurer's Guild nearly as well though...
The Orcish Nomads happily begin raiding anything they can find poorly defended outside of civilizations. Naturally, they become the enemies of many races quickly. Ironically, many Adventurers end up as the targets of Orcs, having valuables without a lot of visible protection.
The CRDs don't seem to value the gold, silver, or jewels. They don't seem to have a monetary system, even the literal tons offered by the Soul Goddes do not attract them as much as expected (Iliseth -2E)
Lan Cao determines that the independent countries doesn't seem to have participated with the Rebels, and owe no loyalty to the Tribes that had been captured.
Several Rebels are captured under Mavnon's orders, though most seem to prepare to fight to the death if given any option. The Rebels get better at hiding as more are driven out, though many seem to retreat due to the help of a certain Shaman...
Many Artists are captured! They seem to be loyal to Iliseth for the most part, and are currently being studied.
The Dwarves seem to be broken into many Kingdoms and fiefs. The largest are those of the Crownbearers, who seem to be popular rulers. All the Dwarven nation work together as one for the most part, working hard to keep the monopolies they can manage and their technological edge. While the borders are there, they are freely crossed with little law changes from one to the other.
The Dwarves still seem to be well ahead of the other Nations in terms of technology, except for several key items that other nations have advanced on them. They had discovered Iron long ago, but do not use it, feeling that it is inferior to their Bronze which they continue to develop.
The Priests of Lorash are given new orders, and begin creating Golem Forges in all temples as they begin replacing lost limbs with golem parts. This seems to be working well, and making them popular with the local peoples.
The Leader Angel is sent to the Great Tribe, where it spreads Art. Fredrick seems to be keeping a close eye on it, prepared to act if anything odd happens.
Orders have been given to capture Orcs! They seem to avoid the slower-moving armies of the Aag, attacking only lightly armed enemies and leaving before a proper retaliation can be given. The numerous forts keep them from piercing too far, but once again the frontier seems to be an unfortunate target.
A series of Academies are created! A sort of rivalry begins between the different schools, trying to out do each other with their given sphere.
Some Yaag are given a fey mood, and begin inventing Iron and Steel! They are successful, and begin upgrading their equipment with this new weaponry. The technology of steel, or other simple metal working, seems to be spreading to many other races at this point. (Lithus/Lutus -4E)
Alicia grants a young Musician Mage an enchanted instrument! She seems to have been a Human mage who plays the clarinet as a hobby. She thanks you, and begins easily advancing in the Academy, becoming one of the most skilled mages while researching the abilities of this rare form of magic. (Alicia -1E)
Verruckt continues training the Mortal adventures! They each seem amazingly skilled at this point. While they are grateful for all the training they have been given, their adventurous souls burn for exploration! They each seem ready to take on whatever challenge lies before them, and are very eager to do something other than training.
Important secret action that only works this turn.
I didn't get a PM about this, what do you want :-\?
Iliseth then orders her priests to wear an enchanted symbol that lets her access their powers! Interesting turnabout, eh? She then begins abusing this to fire a pointless blast at a mountain. It seems to be fairly small and weak.
Rilem missionaries begin going into the Dwarven lands and spreading their religion! They seem to be welcome in some areas, while unwelcome in others.
There seems to be little religious Friction among the Dwarves, with many already worshiping the God of Conflict before this.
GM only actions are solved through PM.
The Aag are finally told the cultural exchange will take place! Plans are made to do this in the near future.
Char creates more whisps! They join with the others, now filling up many of his churches (Char -5E)
Izgamlo trains his Power! This seems to be incredibly effective. (Izgamlo -4P)
Nilva bothers Writhes with random cubes! They seem to investigate these cubes with great curiosity, poking and prodding them before they vanish (Nilva -4P)
The High Heavens seed is planted! Many pledge an uncertain amount of essence to it. The results will probably have to wait until I can get the darned Income done.
Stellarion watches the space clan in the form of a small animal! Most seem to be practicing the orders that they have been given, boringly spending much of the day doing things such as meditating. Each seem to be detracted by this unique and non-wolf based animal as he appears. Some appear to be researching the spiders as they spin space.
Many Dwarves turn away from their other projects to work on a perpetual motion machine! After many attempts using mundane machines, they decide this is impossible with known physics. Many decide to attempt it with magic. The best current attempt seems to be an incredibly simple set up, one small permanent portal is put directly above another one. A rock is then dropped into the portal, falling what is effectively forever. They know that even this is a failure, as the stone will wither away in time (Gai-Gen -4P).
(DOOONE! Gawds, this takes forever. I hope I didn't miss anything sent in the PMs)
Spoiler: Deities (click to show/hide)
Post by: Andres on June 24, 2015, 09:30:43 pm
(DOOONE! Gawds, this takes forever. I hope I didn't miss anything)(You did. You missed a pretty major thing here. (http://www.bay12forums.com/smf/index.php?topic=151076.msg6313729#msg6313729) First real paragraph, paragraph after that, and the sentence after that. I mentioned the edit here. (http://www.bay12forums.com/smf/index.php?topic=151076.msg6318354#msg6318354) Fourth sentence in the spoiler.)
Post by: Stirk on June 24, 2015, 09:34:03 pm
(DOOONE! Gawds, this takes forever. I hope I didn't miss anything)(You did. You missed a pretty major thing here. (http://www.bay12forums.com/smf/index.php?topic=151076.msg6313729#msg6313729) First real paragraph, paragraph after that, and the sentence after that. I mentioned the edit here. (http://www.bay12forums.com/smf/index.php?topic=151076.msg6318354#msg6318354) Fourth sentence in the spoiler.)
(( I was working on this sense yesterday, it looks like you edited that in after I processed it.
Also, I skipped past the part where you mentioned the edit, because it had the header "Only do this if peace is made between Humanity and the CRD.", which was not done.))
Post by: Andres on June 24, 2015, 09:46:09 pm
((Also, I skipped past the part where you mentioned the edit, because it had the header "Only do this if peace is made between Humanity and the CRD.", which was not done.))(So now that you know, can you unskip it? Also, I shouldn't have given the CRD 2E worth of shinies. First of all, it was only an offer of 2E to be paid over time. Second, they refused the offer.)
Post by: Stirk on June 24, 2015, 09:58:46 pm
((Also, I skipped past the part where you mentioned the edit, because it had the header "Only do this if peace is made between Humanity and the CRD.", which was not done.))(So now that you know, can you unskip it? Oh and why did I give the CRD 2E worth of shiny stuff? First of all, it was only an offer of 2E to be paid over time. Second, they refused the offer.)
((Eh, maybe later. I just put a ton of effort into getting just that up, having to go back to the literal first post is annoying. Why didn't you just add that in a new post?
Presumably, you made the item before offering it. Also, every time you complain, another horse is devoured.))
Post by: Andres on June 24, 2015, 10:10:11 pm
((Eh, maybe later. I just put a ton of effort into getting just that up, having to go back to the literal first post is annoying. Why didn't you just add that in a new post?(I have a few strategic reasons for having it be done in the last Tick rather than this Tick, reasons I can't say outside of PMs. I see a "maybe later". Please tell me if you choose not to put it in.)
Presumably, you made the item before offering it. Also, every time you complain, another horse is devoured.))
(Yeah, no. If you get to be literal and say that there are no Dwarves invading my lands ("because they're not Dwarves, they're Clan Rilem Dwarves" is the reasoning I think), then I get to be literal about making an offer and doing nothing more. Penguin Master Race all the way. (Subtle doesn't work on me so if you're GM-telling me to stop complaining, just tell me.))
Post by: Stirk on June 24, 2015, 10:41:11 pm
((Eh, maybe later. I just put a ton of effort into getting just that up, having to go back to the literal first post is annoying. Why didn't you just add that in a new post?(I have a few strategic reasons for having it be done in the last Tick rather than this Tick, reasons I can't say outside of PMs. I see a "maybe later". Please tell me if you choose not to put it in.)
Presumably, you made the item before offering it. Also, every time you complain, another horse is devoured.))
(Yeah, no. If you get to be literal and say that there are no Dwarves invading my lands ("because they're not Dwarves, they're Clan Rilem Dwarves" is the reasoning I think), then I get to be literal about making an offer and doing nothing more. Penguin Master Race all the way. (Subtle doesn't work on me so if you're GM-telling me to stop complaining, just tell me.))
((It will have happened this tick, I just don't feel like putting in the effort to write it in right now. Mostly because your odd editing was annoying, and I had just put sever hours into writing the tick and really don't want to put any more in. ))
((I'll do what I want. You may all play Gods, but I am the one true God who controls this world!))
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 25, 2015, 12:39:16 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 25, 2015, 12:43:12 am
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 25, 2015, 12:46:02 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on June 25, 2015, 12:52:09 am
Musling Dreamer: Wow, this is perfect! Thanks! Why can't the real world be like this!?"Because not everyone would appreciate such an existence."
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Skolld creates Shamanism! This might be more expensive then he thought (Skolld -7E)((Did you remember to add discount from pantheon?))
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The Dreamborn is declared the winner, and given the ring! Sankis doesn't seem to be happy about this. He tracks the Dreamborn to his home, knocking on the door with the crossbow he made on his back. Sankis then points the weapon at the Dreamborn's head, stating that while Agriculture tools may be useful in some cases, the man with a weapon can always take from the man without one. Is he behaving differently from normal? (Patronius -1E, 2P)"The one with a weapon can always threaten the other, but the one with friends is more likely to win an exchange. I wouldn't pull that trigger if I were you."
Aurosseu listens to prayers.
Post by: ~Neri on June 25, 2015, 12:56:52 am
I'd like it a lot. I'm not seeing the problem here."So you would like it if someone took your mind. Melted it down. Leaving a shell behind. You aren't You anymore. And used it to make a mountain or something? Find a better powersource or you will meet opposition. Like plants for example. Huge amounts of plants. None are sapient. And they grow back."
Post by: Andres on June 25, 2015, 01:00:00 am
Human Artist: X ingredients? I will try this, I do not know if we have those kind of resources..."Then simply have the containers enchanted to slow the rot of blood. It shouldn't be too difficult for an Enchantment Artist."
Found the Iliseth Temple Knights after the PMed action is done. Once enough Templars are trained, have them fight off Orcish incursions. Arms, armour, worses, etc. are to be paid for with temple funds or direct donations (and also the gold/silver/gems the CRD didn't want). Trade with other, non-CRD nations for the equipment if necessary.
I appear before Frederick. He said he doesn't worship me because I've given him nothing. I teach him Art, no strings attached and no tricks.
I check the Divine Library for any books on Walkers, namely their biology and the history of their race.
Post by: Demonic Spoon on June 25, 2015, 01:00:45 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 25, 2015, 01:02:51 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 25, 2015, 02:55:04 am
If, by some miracle, I still have some essence or power left, restore memories to those guys that lost it from portals overdose.
((Missed this one))
Post by: Andres on June 25, 2015, 03:46:27 am
I ask Neiron to spar with me."May I spar with Neiron?""If he agrees to, go ahead. Be careful not to cause any permanent damage, however."
Post by: ~Neri on June 25, 2015, 03:55:24 am
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(Not)Thirsty Nomad: I don't know what you did, but they are letting us drink from it now! Thank Nilva! (Nilva -2P)"I used logic. I pointed out how stupid it would be if you poisoned the very water you intended to drink from. They figured it out from there~"
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Worried Nomad: A Wolf bit someone in the Great Tribe, and they captured it and are preparing it for execution! What should we do?Nilva spends one power to teleport the wolf to the nomads. She also chastises the Great Tribe. "You know. I don't think it's particularly logical to execute a nonsapient animal. No other animals will learn. Because they don't think. You'd do well to not be ridiculous next time." One power to make the people who thought it would be a smart idea to execute a nonsapiant realize how stupid it was that they thought that would do anything.
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Semi-Sentient Worse: (Feelings of mild annoyance at having to drag Nomads around)Headpats are applied. Point out it'll be able to get dragged around by worses in a few months.
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Nomadic Nomad: Is it still safe to travel through Orc Lands?"Just eat them if they try anything. Not like they have any way to permanently harm any of you. Can always orient towards redundancy if you don't feel like getting big."
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Nighttime Human Minstrel: Ach! Those toneless Nomads keep howling all night, ruining the Music I am trying to perform in the Chiten moonlight!"I think you'll find they have quite a bit of tone to them if you actually listen. Those aren't just random howls. It's the song of the fractured world."
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Human Tribesman: Why do those Nomads have so many weird animals with them?"Because they travel the world. The animals may seem weird to you, but they're normal on other Shards. There's a lotta stuff out there if you explore."
Post by: Andres on June 25, 2015, 04:19:26 am
"Wait a moment. Delay both actions. Many Ticks ago a Human husband was bitten by an animal and for some reason felt happy.QuoteWorried Nomad: A Wolf bit someone in the Great Tribe, and they captured it and are preparing it for execution! What should we do?Nilva spends one power to teleport the wolf to the nomads. She also chastises the Great Tribe. "You know. I don't think it's particularly logical to execute a nonsapient animal. No other animals will learn. Because they don't think. You'd do well to not be ridiculous next time." One power to make the people who thought it would be a smart idea to execute a nonsapiant realize how stupid it was that they thought that would do anything.
That this "wolf" is reported as one would any other sapient ((with a capital first letter)) tells me that it too is sapient.
The Wolf merely bit the Human and apparently did nothing else. What normal wolf just bites a Human? Wolves snarl to warn enemies and only bite to kill. It's being executed for biting a Human - not for attempting to kill or eat it. This is strange.
Normally I wouldn't care that a wolf bit someone, but this seems far different than at first glance. I likely wouldn't have noticed if you hadn't put 2 Power worth of interest into this event."
Post by: ~Neri on June 25, 2015, 04:52:43 am
"As a general rule. Wolves will bite as a deterrent when threatened. Wolves do not always bite to kill. If cornered. Wolves will bite to scare away whomever cornered them. They will do what they can to flee. Even if it includes biting and not killing. Please do not try arguing this with the God of Wolves. You don't know what you're talking about."
"Power is extremely easy to regenerate. I haven't been using it enough. Might as well waste it on trivial things."
".. Reported as one would a sapient? What are you even talking about? Do you hear what you sound like? Odds are is it's just a misbehaving pet. Or maybe the Nomad just likes wolves."
"You do realize the person's biting was completely unrelated from the happy right? He stated he felt happy. A Month after he was bitten. Do try to pay attention to timeframes. It makes you less ridiculous."
Post by: Andres on June 25, 2015, 04:56:54 am
Post by: ~Neri on June 25, 2015, 05:01:10 am
"I shall indeed deal with it~ Have fun doing whatever you're going off to do. I honestly haven't the faintest what you've been up to."
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on June 25, 2015, 10:28:40 am
Spoiler: Prayers (click to show/hide)
Post by: Happy Demon on June 25, 2015, 10:57:20 am
[Skolld, god of Binding and Bone]
The pain reduction of the Earth Wolves / Jaguars should dissipate soon.
Skolld transcends his wolf body once more.
"I will grant those willing a change of body, for one with waterproof fur, and better swimming. But it's also smaller, much smaller. So it's a decision not to be taken lightly."
Transform the Water Wolves that are willing, into Water Otters.
"Your task is to ensure the well-being of the sea and water, and manage the waves and water distribution, in cooperation with the Air Wolves' weather control.
So go out, and make sure the civilizations are more careful, and if anyone recklessly pollutes the water or cause you pain, you have my permission to drown them."
Skolld returns to his wolf form, and goes to search for the fire wolves.
Post by: gman8181 on June 25, 2015, 11:52:43 am
It appears you are ready. You have trained hard and become individuals who can accomplish the greatest of feats and realize the most ambitious of dreams...
Now is the time. Think hard about what you wish for most. Go out into the world and make your dreams become reality. Let no one tell you what you are capable of but rather meet every challenge to your ambitions with an impregnable will to succeed.
Verruckt vanishes.
Now that I think about it, it's also a little ridiculous that adventurers need to physically carry their evolution orbs around.
Make it so that evolution orbs fuse with the heart of whomever touches them. If they lack a heart, it becomes a heart like structure in their body.
This only applies to people who are not already fused with an evolution orb. Those who already have one will be able to handle additional orbs as usual.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 25, 2015, 03:53:41 pm
Spoiler: Kingly vists (click to show/hide)
Spoiler: prayers (click to show/hide)
Another public services announcement for the nation:
Sigh, it seems war threaten this land once again. The attacker is the new kingdom, at the frontier that separate us from them. Any civilian within the targeted zone should attempt to evacuate the area temporarily, until the menace is driven out to avoid pointless deaths. Forts will need to be built all over the outskirt of the nation, not only to protect from invaders, but also from these orc pillagers.
Despite these bad news, there is still good things happening. War against the human kingdom was avoided, the worship of patronius is therefore allowed again.
Some of you might have heard about someone who was kept hidden from the public, he is the first to take part in a new initiative I have thought of. The number of crimes should decrease, as the goal of this initiative is to find a constructive use to people who would normally be harmful to the society. I have begun this project by recruiting people with psychopathic and sadistic tendencies to perform experiments that would be considered unappealing normally, such as dissections, so that they may relieve their urges without harming anyone. These experiments are always supervised by a team of scientist whose purpose is to make sure that they are always done for the advancement of science. The initial overseeing team did not include any Kaag due to the gruesome nature of these experiments, but feel free to apply if you can endure these kind of things. Psychopaths and sadists are free to join the team, and are even encouraged to do so, as these experiments will not result in prison sentences, unlike murder and torture of innocents. I will also try to find a productive use to other flaws in the future. If any of you have a suggestion, feel free to bring it to either one of the councils or me.
One last thing: when addressing me, you may all call me by my name. I never found fancy titles to be particularly appealing.
Forts similar to the previous ones are to be built all over the frontier and be staffed. The army is to prepare for the new kingdom's offensive. They are to be pushed back outside the desert again. No incursion in their territory is to be made for now, as I still wish to negotiate the end of this war. Psychopath and sadists who wish to join the team lead by Dr. Mangler are to be accepted. Those who wish to join the overseeing team can do so as long as there is a need for more of them. A psychological test is to be made to determine if they can support the gruesomeness of the experiments. Psychologists are to be made available to the overseeing team. If psychology do not exist yet, teach the basics of it to a group of citizens who would be interested in doing this as a profession. All churches dedicated to me are to offer free psychological help to anyone without requesting my worship in exchange as soon as feasible.
Effort is to be made during the war to make as much captives as possible, without taking unreasonable risks while doing this. Each fort should also have it's own prison, and those who work in it should attempt to capture invaders instead of killing them whenever it is reasonably possible to do so.
Edit: ((Don't repeat actions if they are both in the speech and in the bold part.))
Post by: Vgray on June 25, 2015, 04:13:40 pm
Quote from: prayers
Maag Obelisk: Is he real? Is what he says true?"To the first, I am inclined to believe he is. To the second, I cannot be sure."
Lizardman Recruit: Such as what?
"Do you have any skills or know any trades that would help?"
Uztot listens to prayers. He also discusses Leadership with Frederick, often using parenthood as a metaphor.
Post by: Ama on June 25, 2015, 04:38:43 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 25, 2015, 04:48:17 pm
Quote from: prayersMaag Obelisk: Is he real? Is what he says true?"To the first, I am inclined to believe he is. To the second, I cannot be sure."
Lizardman Recruit: Such as what?
"Do you have any skills or know any trades that would help?"
Uztot listens to prayers. He also discusses Leadership with Frederick, often using parenthood as a metaphor.
Perhaps this Lizardman could become a war medic? This will undoubtedly be useful.
Post by: Vgray on June 25, 2015, 05:23:43 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 25, 2015, 05:38:00 pm
"Perhaps. Do you think the Kaag will make good psychologists?"
Yes, their high empathy will surely allow them to excel at the task.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 25, 2015, 06:34:10 pm
Also listen to prayers.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 25, 2015, 06:42:58 pm
If it didn't happen last turn (you never clarified), put 3E into High Heavens (unless it would take from Crux).
Tell the Aurors that they are free to try and claim their own territory; however, do not expand into High Church or Great Tribe territory. I will neither aid nor hinder advances or attempts to rule other species'/nations' territories.
Of the Dreamborn and Sankis, who is more pious? If the Dreamborn is, teleport him to the largest High Church and announce his assumption of the Aspect of the Scholar. If it is Sankis, take the crossbow away from him and then the ring away from the Dreamborn ("You have proven that you possess what is necessary for ownership of this Ring"). Then teleport Sankis into the largest High Church, give him the Ring, and announce his assumption of the Aspect of the Scholar. Whoever takes on the Aspect of the Scholar is to be given however many research funds they desire. In either case, spread both of their inventions throughout the Great Tribe and Clan Rilem.
Quote from:
Shadow Kabold: Does controlling someone like a puppet count as Leading them?
"No; people must follow you of their own free will. It is not truly leading if you control them like a puppet. You could cause them to FEAR that you will control them like a puppet if they don't follow you, however; that would certainly be leadership."
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Ant: Is it better to have one strong Leader, or many weaker ones?
"Both; a strong leader is required, but he needs the assistance of leaders underneath him. Power doesn't have to be controlled by only one - though a single ruler should rule over the many."
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Human Tribesman: Why do those Nomads have so many weird animals with them?
"I don't know; maybe it's some weird fetish. Maybe you should try asking them? I don't think they bite. And if they do, implore your leader to do something."
Post by: ~Neri on June 25, 2015, 06:52:52 pm
"Holding someone at crossbowpoint isn't showing of a healthy leader. It's actually the exact opposite of healthy. It means Sankis is a violent, mentally unstable psychopath who should be put down rather than praised for his insanity. I advise you to not do so. It gives the impression to the mortals that assassination of superiors is acceptable for gaining ranks. You end up with all the competent people dead and all the incompetent ones alive."
"The Dreamborn is clearly much more stable. Producing food is is also more beneficial than producing weapons. One man with a crossbow can only shoot so many people before he runs out of bolts and is torn asunder. He who can feed an army will win in the end."
"As for the nomads. I already explained it to the person. Those nomads are Mine."
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 25, 2015, 06:57:13 pm
By the way, I never said Fear was a healthy leadership system - but it is one nonetheless. If that's the one he chooses to use, than that's his choice to make.
As for the nomads...so? This is me talking to my followers - keep out of it. It's not as if I'm telling them to attack "your" nomads or anything."
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 25, 2015, 07:00:33 pm
Post by: Andres on June 25, 2015, 07:12:56 pm
Soul sense and blood sense on the New King.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 25, 2015, 07:14:57 pm
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They had discovered Iron long ago, but do not use it, feeling that it is inferior to their Bronze which they continue to develop.
(To dwarves)
It seems that you had found the begining of the way to complete your current chalenge, yet you moved away, tricked by its unasuming form. Iron is much the same as copper in that it marks a begining of a whole new age and that it is a base for stronger alloys. You have found one half of the puzzle, and for that I shall reward you, yet since the puzzle of steel is only halfway done, the reward will be lesser. Strive forever forwards!
Bless all my worshipers (curent and future) to become completely immune to all lung diseases that come from contamination of lungs. They would be immune to coal dust, silica dust, pumice, smoke, and all other things one could get lungs full of while mining or smithing. If they are sick from such causes now, they would heal over a day. Should one healed from otherwise permanent disease this way stop worshiping me, the disease would gradualy return over a month. Dwarves recieve this blessing irregardles wether they worship me or not.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 25, 2015, 07:22:21 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 25, 2015, 07:47:03 pm
Tell the Aag nation that Aurors are not strictly forbidden within Aag territory, but they must be told that amassing personal fortunes or attempting to topple the councils or gain power from any other way outside the established laws is a major crime that could be punishable by death depending of the gravity of the act. Those who think they can live under these rules are free to stay, but those who don't are to be directed towards the exit, under the threat of weapons if necessary. Aurors may not gain permanent citizenship for now, and so may not join any council. This rule is subject to change depending on their behavior. Aurors who attempt to claim Aag territory are to be treated as invaders and be dealt with accordingly.
Post by: Ama on June 25, 2015, 08:13:20 pm
Soul sense and blood sense on all races so I can identify them later on."Please refrain from doing this to my children."
Soul sense and blood sense on the New King.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 25, 2015, 08:28:15 pm
Did I hear revolt? Anyways, I hope you do not plan to use these beings you created to spread your ideology in my nation, Patronius. Doing so would be considered as a loophole abuse, punishable by the third rule of our peace treaty.
"Spreading my ideology in your nation? I never ordered them to, nor do I plan to. If they do, it is of their own accord and I am not responsible for that. The actions of one creation does not necessarily represent the God who created them - for example, if a single Aag attacked Frederick, I would not hold it against you (unless, of course, he attacked him due to your orders or suggestions). I did not create them intending to break the peace treaty."
"Also, I find your racism towards the Aurors of rather ill will; you tell them that they are not allowed to break the laws in order to gain power, but then bar them from gaining any power with the law. In my eyes, that is rather stupid logic - by their very nature, they crave power and have no other way to gain power other than breaking the law thanks to this rule."
Post by: Andres on June 25, 2015, 08:40:01 pm
"Why should I refrain? I am the goddess of Souls and Blood. I have a right to see the souls and blood of all creatures, just as others have the right to merely see their physical bodies."Soul sense and blood sense on all races so I can identify them later on."Please refrain from doing this to my children."
Soul sense and blood sense on the New King.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 25, 2015, 08:49:47 pm
Did I hear revolt? Anyways, I hope you do not plan to use these beings you created to spread your ideology in my nation, Patronius. Doing so would be considered as a loophole abuse, punishable by the third rule of our peace treaty.
"Spreading my ideology in your nation? I never ordered them to, nor do I plan to. If they do, it is of their own accord and I am not responsible for that. The actions of one creation does not necessarily represent the God who created them - for example, if a single Aag attacked Frederick, I would not hold it against you (unless, of course, he attacked him due to your orders or suggestions). I did not create them intending to break the peace treaty."
"Also, I find your racism towards the Aurors of rather ill will; you tell them that they are not allowed to break the laws in order to gain power, but then bar them from gaining any power with the law. In my eyes, that is rather stupid logic - by their very nature, they crave power and have no other way to gain power other than breaking the law thanks to this rule."
Creating a species whose very nature is to live in a way incompatible with that of my nation and telling them to go all over the world, including in Aag territory is a loophole abuse, however you attempt to put it. Your comparison to a Aag species is faulty, as they have no urges to kill Fredrick. I will see how this develop before taking any actions.
As you said, they crave power and wealth, but these needs are incompatible with the Aag system, where property is shared between it's members and where leadership is split between many members who stay in power for only a short time before being re-elected. The rule I set is temporary as I said. I need to determine if they can suppress their urges before I give them any chance at power, because as I said craving for power and wealth is incompatible with this system, and will lead only to tyranny and corruption. If they do not wish to live under this system, they have no obligation to come. Those who wish to live in such a system are free to do so, as long as they follow the rules.
If I created a species that craved anarchy, and told them to spread to other nations, would you not put similar rules to mine, to protect the integrity of your system? And would you expect me to call you a racist for these rules?
Determine if any Aurors decide to live withing Aag territory. Determine which portion of their population break any law, and if those who don't can resist their craving for power and wealth.
Post by: Ama on June 25, 2015, 08:51:57 pm
"I created them and have the right to say no, no you do not have the right.""Why should I refrain?" I am the goddess of Souls and Blood. I have a right to see the souls and blood of all creatures, just as others have the right to merely see their physical bodies."Soul sense and blood sense on all races so I can identify them later on."Please refrain from doing this to my children."
Soul sense and blood sense on the New King.
Post by: Andres on June 25, 2015, 09:09:59 pm
"Without the permission of the races or their creators, you afflicted many of them with endless nightmares. You have no right to complain when a god merely looks at one of your own races.""I created them and have the right to say no, no you do not have the right.""Why should I refrain?" I am the goddess of Souls and Blood. I have a right to see the souls and blood of all creatures, just as others have the right to merely see their physical bodies."Soul sense and blood sense on all races so I can identify them later on."Please refrain from doing this to my children."
Soul sense and blood sense on the New King.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 25, 2015, 09:28:05 pm
Teach the space-weavers the arts of weaving, lorekeeping, agriculture, metalsmithing and towerbuilding. Encourage some space-weavers to travel to space clan and to settle the rest of the lands.
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 25, 2015, 11:16:44 pm
"Without the permission of the races or their creators, you afflicted many of them with endless nightmares. You have no right to complain when a god merely looks at one of your own races.""Hypocrisy...is not proof of being incorrect...moreover...she stopped..."
Post by: Andres on June 25, 2015, 11:19:50 pm
Post by: Detoxicated on June 26, 2015, 09:12:03 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 26, 2015, 10:19:20 am
"I must say, if this grand Nation continues to spread so parasitically without regarding the many tribes and nations it succumbs, I shall put a hold to it. I do not like the sight of bloodshed, and am apt to create gaping spaces of despair for the armies about to fight. You better find a solution to this violence quickly, or I shall gather my friends and stop it."
I will do my best to end this peacefully. Systematic extermination will do us no good, and only prove them right. This is not the time for violence, this kind of revolt is only empowered by it. Believe me, this is my domain and I know how to deal with this. In the meantime, I ask anyone who might know something about them to reveal what they know, in secret if you feel the need for it. I do not care about how you learned it.
Illiseth, I must admit I have some sympathy with Lauxal's cause. Even though I do not understand this insistence with secrecy, I understand her wish to avoid outside intervention, for the same reasons I had a conflict with Patronius.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 26, 2015, 10:26:03 am
I would be pleased to do so, but I would be pleased even more if that nation was able to keep itself at bay without conquering the entire world."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 26, 2015, 11:09:26 am
"Nobody was speaking about extermination, I have much more cruel forms of punishments for this fledgling nation in stock. Say I would take away their ability to communicate, or perhaps I shall curse the soil of the nation, or maybe I shall turn all maidens into ugly beasts, or I could easily copy the king a thousand times, each with a different view on how to run politics, all claiming to be the one true king. I could sow distrust amongst the brethren, leading to revolution. I could bring a plague of ancient Megawolves upon them. I could build a beautiful lever adorned with bands of granite for them to pull, revealing to them that it was connected to a volcano next to their capital city. Or I could simply erase their minds. All of the mentioned above are only a fracture of my ideas, and I believe I would find the most fitting ways to deal with this problem.
I would be pleased to do so, but I would be pleased even more if that nation was able to keep itself at bay without conquering the entire world."
I... Did not know you were the kind of person to be willing to commit such atrocities...
Regardless, this will end up with the same results, and possibly even worse. By doing so you would only prove their claim that gods are callous, inciting further revolts against all of us. I would also take it as a moral obligation to join them against you, if this is what it takes to convince you not to do so.
Post by: Andres on June 26, 2015, 04:52:04 pm
Illiseth, I must admit I have some sympathy with Lauxal's cause. Even though I do not understand this insistence with secrecy, I understand her wish to avoid outside intervention, for the same reasons I had a conflict with Patronius."You are confusing intervention with observation, Lithus. Unless I am given a good reason, such as "doing so would kill them" or "doing so would uncover my secrets, lowering my standing among others" or some such, I will continue."
Post by: ~Neri on June 26, 2015, 05:10:16 pm
Post by: Andres on June 26, 2015, 05:13:08 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 26, 2015, 05:16:18 pm
Post by: Andres on June 26, 2015, 05:27:32 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 26, 2015, 05:32:13 pm
Post by: Andres on June 26, 2015, 05:35:13 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 26, 2015, 05:47:11 pm
Post by: Andres on June 26, 2015, 05:50:01 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 26, 2015, 06:11:53 pm
"Think of it like clothing. If you went up to a mortal, stripped them naked, and then stared intently at their genitals, that's the equivalent to staring at their soul while it's still in their body"
Post by: Andres on June 26, 2015, 06:34:32 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 26, 2015, 06:49:00 pm
Nilva listens to prayers by the way.
Post by: Vgray on June 26, 2015, 06:54:28 pm
"Might I suggest the gods who have received such prayers speak up? Feel free to continue your circular arguement either way."
Post by: Andres on June 26, 2015, 06:58:55 pm
Post by: Ama on June 26, 2015, 07:17:06 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 26, 2015, 07:24:51 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 26, 2015, 07:37:01 pm
Post by: ~Neri on June 26, 2015, 09:05:51 pm
Nilva changes her symbol to a wolf's pawprint.
"This fits much better than a crystal. Dunno why I picked crystal in the first place."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 26, 2015, 09:24:39 pm
I invest 3 Essence(not if it would cost Crux) into spreading ironworking and ironsmelting techniques amongst the dwarves(not Clan).
Post by: Rolepgeek on June 26, 2015, 09:43:30 pm
Post by: Detoxicated on June 27, 2015, 02:24:00 am
Sorry I did not mean to trouble you, but this nation troubles, because me it makes me think violent things."
Listen to Space-Weaver prayers.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 27, 2015, 06:23:31 am
"The dwarves are not operating at their full potential."
I invest 3 Essence(not if it would cost Crux) into spreading ironworking and ironsmelting techniques amongst the dwarves(not Clan).
Dwarves actualy know of iron and how to make it and use it.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on June 27, 2015, 11:33:24 am
Explain to Sankis the benefits of iron.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 27, 2015, 11:53:55 am
Try to see how far the Saplings have come in terms of technology and culture.
((Actually, I should do that too. I'm playing as the god of progress after all.))
Determine how advanced the Aag nation is, compare them to every other civilization.
((I might have forgotten to mention that the Saag and Yaag are meant to be silicon based like the Maag are, which would in theory make them mostly fireproof. Do I need to pay to make them like that if they aren't already?))
If they aren't already, and stirk doesn't let me do it for free, make the Saag and Yaag silicon based instead of carbon based, just like the Maag. This process will not alter their mind or body shape, and change them as little as possible, excluding the fireproofing and heat resistance. Make it so this process is not lethal or painful. Those affected should not feel any different, other than receiving the benefits mentioned earlier.
Uztot/Azem, would you be against me changing the Kaag's carbon base with a silicon one? They would be more similar to the other Aag species this way, which would potentially help calm their apparent fear of not fitting with the rest of the society. This change would only result in giving them an increased heat resistance and render them fireproof.
If Uztot/Azem agrees, change the Kaag's carbon base with a silicon one, with the same effects described in the process with the other Aag species.
Post by: DreamerGhost on June 27, 2015, 12:14:32 pm
"They do know such, but they don't use it often compared to bronze. But there is a point to what you're saying."
Explain to Sankis the benefits of iron.
Ahem.
QuoteThey had discovered Iron long ago, but do not use it, feeling that it is inferior to their Bronze which they continue to develop.
(To dwarves)
It seems that you had found the begining of the way to complete your current chalenge, yet you moved away, tricked by its unasuming form. Iron is much the same as copper in that it marks a begining of a whole new age and that it is a base for stronger alloys. You have found one half of the puzzle, and for that I shall reward you, yet since the puzzle of steel is only halfway done, the reward will be lesser. Strive forever forwards!
Bless all my worshipers (curent and future) to become completely immune to all lung diseases that come from contamination of lungs. They would be immune to coal dust, silica dust, pumice, smoke, and all other things one could get lungs full of while mining or smithing. If they are sick from such causes now, they would heal over a day. Should one healed from otherwise permanent disease this way stop worshiping me, the disease would gradualy return over a month. Dwarves recieve this blessing irregardles wether they worship me or not.
While I apreciate your efforts to bring progress to the dwarven race, your actions up to this point were either useless, redundant, or transmited through Sankis who is your worshiper. Please, cease this.
Post by: Detoxicated on June 27, 2015, 12:21:28 pm
Post by: Vgray on June 27, 2015, 01:41:59 pm
I agree.Try to see how far the Saplings have come in terms of technology and culture.
((Actually, I should do that too. I'm playing as the god of progress after all.))
Determine how advanced the Aag nation is, compare them to every other civilization.
((I might have forgotten to mention that the Saag and Yaag are meant to be silicon based like the Maag are, which would in theory make them mostly fireproof. Do I need to pay to make them like that if they aren't already?))
If they aren't already, and stirk doesn't let me do it for free, make the Saag and Yaag silicon based instead of carbon based, just like the Maag. This process will not alter their mind or body shape, and change them as little as possible, excluding the fireproofing and heat resistance. Make it so this process is not lethal or painful. Those affected should not feel any different, other than receiving the benefits mentioned earlier.
Uztot/Azem, would you be against me changing the Kaag's carbon base with a silicon one? They would be more similar to the other Aag species this way, which would potentially help calm their apparent fear of not fitting with the rest of the society. This change would only result in giving them an increased heat resistance and render them fireproof.
If Uztot/Azem agrees, change the Kaag's carbon base with a silicon one, with the same effects described in the process with the other Aag species.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on June 29, 2015, 09:17:31 am
Post by: Jbg97 on June 30, 2015, 01:44:07 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on June 30, 2015, 06:29:43 pm
Craft the Crown of Kings. This golden relic is emblazoned with the crest of Patronius and inset with a large purple gemstone. While worn, it grants the ability to lead and and inspire as well as all of the benefits of the Rings of Patronius (magic, courage, protection, knowledge, charisma, empathy so far). Wearing the Crown while wearing a ring will greatly amplify whatever ability the ring possesses (EX: Wearing Crown and Ring of Courage; the Crown amplifies the bearer's courage). It is linked magically with the rings, and grows stronger in their presence. Spend as much Essence as necessary; do NOT dip into Crux. If necessary (not enough E), simply start construction and continue it next tick.
Inform the Ringbearers of the Crown of Kings; announce that there will be a contest of Leadership next tick; all Aspects will be allowed to participate to determine who will receive the Crown of Kings.
Post by: Andres on June 30, 2015, 06:30:36 pm
More actions because I apparently have a buttload of Essence.(Be careful. Stirk said that there were a few glaring problems with the calculations. You might have less than you think.)
Post by: Stirk on June 30, 2015, 06:32:26 pm
More actions because I apparently have a buttload of Essence.(Be careful. Stirk said that there were a few glaring problems with the calculations. You might have less than you think.)
((Yeah. I kind of messed up on like the bottom 3/4s and may or may not have fixed it.))
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More actions because I apparently have a buttload of Essence.
((You have a single point of essence, actually.))
Post by: Jbg97 on July 02, 2015, 09:17:39 pm
Post by: Stirk on July 02, 2015, 09:23:15 pm
There is just absolutely no way I can muscle through a tick if I am not interested in writing a tick at the moment. Waaay to much effort to just half-but it. The game is still alive, just not very active. If the game really dies, I will end up making a .5 tick beginning the End, allowing players to control how the last events of the game unfold.
Post by: gman8181 on July 02, 2015, 09:38:27 pm
Post by: Detoxicated on July 02, 2015, 09:41:20 pm
Post by: ~Neri on July 02, 2015, 10:20:45 pm
Getting as much enjoyment as possible out of things, often bringing followers along for the ride. She also was quite interested in learning things.
Post by: Stirk on July 02, 2015, 10:23:09 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 02, 2015, 11:42:56 pm
(Also, this is the IC thread.))
((By the way is this dead? There haven't been anything going on in days.))
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 03, 2015, 02:34:39 am
Post by: Stirk on July 03, 2015, 07:53:04 am
(Also, this is the IC thread.))
((By the way is this dead? There haven't been anything going on in days.))
((Probably not, I just don't have the Energy/interest to update it right now. Like I just said, if the game does die, then I will at least do "The End" to give everyone a warning and tie up the game.))
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 03, 2015, 02:43:26 pm
Use 6 Power to spark a golden age of innovation in the (non-clan) dwarves.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 07, 2015, 12:10:10 am
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Address each academy:
The technological and magical schools must cooperate with the technomancy ones instead of competing with them. The latter need the work of the two former to progress, after all. Friendly competition between the technological and magical schools is allowed, but should not become anything more than that. The BAMA schools have no reason to be in competition with anyone, as they are the path to higher education. Even though you use different means, you all share the same goal of progress, do not forget this.
Post by: Stirk on July 11, 2015, 10:57:00 am
Izgamlo gives several blessings to Portal magic! The Portabanii report that it is now much smoother to use cattle, though still difficult. They are still having great difficulty taking anything from unwilling sapients. (-4, -All Izgamlo)
Sankis: My life might as well be over without that Ring anyway! This proves my invention to be superior!
Aurosseu prayers:
Dreamborn Priest: How should we honor all the things you are Patron of?
Dreamborn Soldier: We are under attack! The new Kingdom is invading!
Musling Muser: I saw a mermaid chaunting the wild lorelei, should I be concerned?
Human Artist: Won't that take away from the blood we need for other Art?
The Order of Iliseth Temple Knights is created! They begin attempting to fight off the Orcs. They seem to have trouble despite their skill with worses, with the Orcish skirmishers leaving the area of their raids before the Templars arrive.
Fredrick refuses to offer to teach him Art, citing lack of trust and your opposition of him ruling humanity.
Iliseth goes to the Library and pulled out a book titled Walker: Taxes Ranges, apparently being about tax brackets of the race. In reality, it only says a bunch of "Facts" about Walkers such as their ability to swim in dirt.
Neiron refuses the offer to spar, stating that he cannot risk injury when he is so close to tracking down the Dream Killer.
Nilva saves the wolf from execution, chastising and logicaling the want-to-be executioners. They think about apologizing, before realizing that would also mean nothing to an animal. They begin spreading their ideologies around, which reaches the ear of Fredrick who decides to investigate the occurrence personally. (Nilva -2P)
Semi-Sentient Worse: *Feelings of contentment and hope*
Nomadic Nomad: That didn't work for the group that went into the New Kingdom! They where all killed or absorbed!
Nighttime Human Minstrel: No, I have great ear for pitch. They are toneless!
Human Tribesman: Huh. I suppose that makes sense.
Musicless Ant: *Bangs on the drum with his mandibles* Thank you! I will do my best to learn this strange device meant for other races!
The Ant starts using the drum to listen to music himself, soon learning how to project it to the minds of other Ants. As the only musician, he naturally becomes popular at an absurd rate, playing stages of thousands and for the Ant Ruler himself. (Alicia -1E)
Nighttime Human Minstrel: I am very grateful for this gift! Truly, even silence is important in music. The notes not being played are just as important as the ones that are! (Alicia -1E)
Confused Townsman: Ee-Elysium!? I-I suppose that explains many things. This is not such a bad event after all!
Many Water Wolves become Water Otters! Most seem to take this deal, not minding the change in size with the other advantages it brings. (Skolld -3E)
Skolld then find the Fire Wolves. Unlike many of the Elemental Wolves, they seem to keep much closer to the Mortal Races. There are even several who are found in towns, lazing in front of the constant heat of forges and hearth fires, often next to a Hearth Spirit. Others follow the Nomads and Orcs, keeping in their nightly fires. Of the more wild ones, due to the lack of fire occurring in nature, many are nomadic themselves. They travel the land, setting fires to last as long as they can manage to do without causing damage to the environment, before moving along.
Verruckt finally parts from his Adventurers, after granting them one last bit of wisdom. After a long debate on what to do, they decide to team up and continue down the dungeon for the time being, vaguely agreeing to see if they can find the legendary Rifle that was lost here.
Verruckt then changes the abilities of the Orbs! The Orb trade slows slightly, to start with, before picking back up with the Adventurers selling orbs themselves. Many Orb crafters find their crafting ability increasing, now that they too are bonded with an Orb. (Verruckt -2E)
New Kingdom King:Peace? There will be no peace. You are a being whose only goal is your own amusement. The Aag nation was made by you to worship you and fight for you. I will free them from you. Do all you want, but a god is simply a demon with a pretty face.
The forces of the New Kingdom stop attacking the Great Tribe! Instead, they join the forces assaulting the Aag nation. More and more of the New Kingdom's army joins the assault on the Aag, no doubt the most concentrated conquest they have yet undergone.
Frederick: Certainly, it would be a horrible curse to not see things outside your own mindset. Don't you agree? It would ,after all, be horrible to do something such as ban worship of someone for trying to spread an economic plan I didn't agree with. What a curse that would be...
It is now legal to worship Lithus/Luthus in the Great Tribe, though Frederick seems to hold a mild personal distance for the God/s they worship.
More Forts are being built! Additionally, Dr.Mangler's team is now under the watch of psychologists. After psychology had been invented, of course. Word of mouth of this team traveled to other lands, including the Great Tribe. Naturally, Fredrick was fairly angry at this team being made when conflict between the nations was high, assuming they had been target at his people.
Currently, the Aag nation is busy building forts along vital areas, while the New Kingdom is rallying forces at the border. No open conflict is detected at the moment.
Maag Obelisk: It is strange. I will be sure to look out for the Goldfather in the future.
Lizardman Recruit: Unfortunately, not. I have just come to the age where I may work, and decided my services are needed in Defense.
Fredrick enjoys the chat, linking the parent metaphors with the Aspects of the High church, stating that the Aspects can help the parents to lead their children better.
Lauxal prayers:
Wolf Spider: Hey, itsa me, on your head! Can we go visit the planet sometimes?
Shadow Kabold: If mortals can daydream, can we have a day nightmare?
Human Adventurer: Hah, these dungeon creatures are nothing on me! Lauxal, send stronger monsters!
A great tree learns Art! It seems weary of using it for anything large, making it difficult to gauge its skill, though it does seem capable of using it.
Teburshe prayers:
Auror Power grabber: Is the Shadow cast by great men metaphorical?
Underwater Race Who's Name I forgot: Who is that strange stone creature who we keep spotting swimming the oceans?
Great Tribe Thief: Ah, Teburshe curse it! They are catching up to me!
The Aurors listen to the God of Leadership's advice, finding plots of uninhabited land far from other Mortals to make their home. They naturally begin building their own cities, intent on making them the best the fragments have ever seen.
Of the Dreamborn and Sankis, the Dreamborn seems much more pious. Sankis gives the minimum amount of worship he can manage, and his primary God remains gai-gen. As such, the Dreamborn is whisked away to the High Church and assumes his position of the Aspect of Scholar. Sankis is left in place, screaming to the sky and firing the crossbow into the air. (Patronius -1P)
Shadow Kabold: I see. What a clever way to do it! Thank you for your wisdom.
Ant: I see. I shal try to convince the King to allow for more under-leaders, then!
Human Tribesman: But animals don't seem to talk. I will be sure to inform my Leader of the biting thing.
Iliseth soul senses every race! There doesn't seem to be that many of them. The Templar Worse race was successfully soul sensed, but the Yaag three-legged race and The Tower Climbing Grand Prix had been canceled due to poor weather.
Iliseth attempts to sense the New King, but seems unable to actually find him...
Lorash grants his followers immunity to lunge diseases! Naturally, many quickly loose their fear of several kinds of smoke, immediately becoming much safer in the mines. Many miners, even if they hadn't before, begin worshiping him at least temporarily while on the job. (Lorash -6E)
The Aurors, naturally, do not find the Aag nations to be a particularly pleasant place to stay and often bypass it for their nations in far off lands. The few who do stay, after being ordered to be treated as non-citizens, often either end up leaving under the disproving eyes of the Aag or turning to crime. It is rumored that one particular Auror has become a "Crime Councilman", the ruler of crime in the majority of the nation. He is said to have a small (but growing) army of criminals and coffers full of personal wealth and illegal goods.
Few Aurors, as mentioned above, live in the Aag nation. Their natural abilities make it difficult to put an exact number on it, due to many of the criminals who have yet to be captured having Natural strengths related to crime. About twenty-five percent seem to be attempting to live fully crime free, and have put away their Natural instincts almost entirely.
The Space-Weavers are taught many basic mortal things! They begin taking a more active roll in building up the tower, while spreading elsewhere with the Space Clan.
Nilva prayers:
dANTcer: I want to dance to this new music, but my body is no good at it! Can I have assistance Nilva?
Great Tribe Guardsman: What is that strange chanting I hear coming from the Nomad Camps?
Floating Island Human: I was whisked away to a place where there is no beautiful Wolflife to gaze at, to hunt, or to play with! Can you bring some species to these floating Islands?
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(A quick search reveals the only references to the goddess of souls being creepy does not come from mortals. It comes from Stirk being...Stirk.)
((Let the records show that Stirk is, in fact, Stirk.))
Lithus/Luthus prayers:
Spinning Maag Child: I have revolving for hours to honor you!
Maag Scout: There seems to be something...powerful in the New Kingdom's military. I can not see it, nor place my finger on what it was, but it fills me with fear. I pray you will be cautiose about it!
Saag Graveman: My Name, is there anything special we should do to honor those who have died fighting in war?
Nilva changes her symbol! The Maag clothier once again adds googly eyes, still angry over being bothered.
Gai-gen invests into Dwarven iron-working! It begins replacing bronze in many aspects, slowly phasing it out. (Gai-gen -3E)
Saplings seem to be "Average" in terms of culture and technology. They have developed their own distinct technology and culture, heavily influenced by the Maag and Great Tribe at the moment. They seem to still have the most advanced growing techniques at the moment, helped by their magic.
Stellarion space weaver prayers:
Space Weaver Frontiersman: Space- Should we weave it in the frontiers of this world or in well-established towns?
Space Weaver Clothier: How do those Nomads keep getting a hold of Space Weaver silk?
Scared Space Weaver: I-I just had a dream where I wove silk that started chasing me and trying to strangle me like a noose. Th-that won't happen in real life, right? Right?
Sankis has the benefits of Iron explained to him! He replaces the bronze-bolts with iron ones, before saying that he can not focus on more useful uses until he can get his Ring back.
The Aag nation seems to be "Above Average" in terms of technology, though growing fast. They seem to be advanced in many fields, such as biology, psychology, and cloths-making among others.
The Kaag are changed to silicon-based lifeforms, as the other Aag nation creatures are. (Lithus/Luthus -3E)
Gai-gen give the Dwarves an age of Advancement! Oddly, few call it a Golden Age. Under its influence, many Dwarven historians note that 'Leaps' of advancement similar to this one have happened throughout their history, some of which where even larger. They theorize that the Dwarves had undergone similar processes before, many even larger then this one. (Gai-gen -6P)
The BAMA academy is created, along with many reforms of the still-young school system. The technology, magic, and technomancy schools immediately begin competing to see who can be the least competitive after the address.
(If you think I got calculations done, you where probably looking for a different game~)
Post by: Happy Demon on July 11, 2015, 12:24:54 pm
Wolf Form, walking the lands.
After I grant the metamorphosis to the Fire Wolves, I'll go for the Air Wolves. I'm thinking Air Eagles.
But at least the Fire Wolves go near people, a good time to ask what's been going on. But first.
Skolld transcends his wolf form, to grant metamorphosis once more
"I am impressed by your initiative, I've visited 2 other wolf kinds, and they just secluded themselves, away from civilization.
But I shall grant you a metamorphosis as well, into a smaller form, with a fur color more reminiscent of your element. This will weaken you, but make you able to go places you couldn't before.
I say this a third time, this is not a decision to be taken lightly, and I will only transform those who are willing."
Skolld will transform the willing Fire Wolves into Fire Foxes.
"Those who accept this transformation shall be known as Fire Foxes,
I can't really say much more, you're doing a fine job already, keep it up."
Okay, done with the Fire Wolves, now let's take some time to ask around before finding the air wolves.
Skolld will ask the locals about what's been going on, any troubles or wars going on. Before going to find the Air Wolves.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 11, 2015, 01:06:58 pm
Oh dear. Being betrayed by a god is indeed a terrible thing. But do not fear, everything is not lost. Your talent has come to my attention. Come with me to the Aag nation. Here you will be respected for your great skills. Take me as your god and I will not turn against you like your previous patron. This offer is optional of course, I will not be angered by your refusal.
If Sankis agree to my offer, teleport him to the Technology academy in the Aag capital and introduce him to the members. Make him take the introduction class to brief him on the local technology, and allow him to work on any project he choose with the help of the academy. He is free to take any class he wish, and is granted a permanent citizenship, along with the papers that come with it.
Appear to the Auror crime lord in his lair:
Sigh... How disappointingly expected.
Annihilate the whole building with raw power, teleporting anyone not involved with the criminal activity beforehand. If this building happens to be an important one, such as an academy or council house, detonate every criminal inside with raw power, using twice the normal dose on the crime lord.
((Cancelled))
Investigate the council system and the academy system for any corruption or criminal activity. Leak every bit on evidence of criminal activity or corruption, incite the population to riot if crime and corruption is present and not ended after the leak.
Visit each academy:
Funny. I won't stop you from competing, if this is what you wish. Just make sure not to forget your primary duty.
Teaming up with a nation that hates all gods to take revenge on a petty conflict that was resolved a long time ago? How disappointing. I will not hold my troops this time. Your obsession against me have become too much of an hassle to ignore. And lastly, Mangler's team was not created against you, I do not see you as enough of a threat for this. I will however make a full usage of them against you, now that you have chosen war.
Visit the new kingdom's king:
You ally with
Spread the truth in the new kingdom, that their king is manipulated by those he claims to fight against, that he is directly working for mavnon
Order the Aag military to fight back against the invaders, this time not stopping at the frontier, they are to push as far as they can. They are not to claim the conquered lands, rather, they must offer the civilians to either move to the Aag nation, where they will gain permanent citizenship, or move further in lands still under the control of their nation. Everything is to be looted once everyone is gone, and the rest must be destroyed and made impossible to colonize, salting the fields and burning villages is expected. Captive soldiers are to be put for use by Mangler's team. Soldiers who surrender before being captured are to be treated as civilians and their weapon and armors must be taken.
Visit the adventuring party trained by verruckt:
It seems you wish to find my old rifle? If you bring it to me, I will give you a much greater reward. Immortality and a wish of your choice, as long as it is not something unrealistic such as godhood. Verruckt might have given you immortality already while I was distracted by other things, If that is the case, I will grant you two wishes instead, and give you regenerative abilities similar to what the beast who stole my rifle had. Heck, even if you are not immortal yet I will give you this regeneration gift, if you bring it to me.
Spoiler: prayers (click to show/hide)
Make sure the Aag nation know to call me by my actual name, and not by the title of "My name". Visit the Aurors who have remained away from crime:
You have proven what I needed to know, for your perseverance, you will receive citizenship, and I will attempt to end the discrimination against you.
The Aurors who have not comitted any crime are to be granted citizenship, they are still not allowed to join the council. Encourage the population to be fair with those who remained in legality, as they are enduring a great sacrifice.
Use up to 3E to calm the urges of power and wealth of the law-abiding Aurors as a reward.
Adress the population as a whole:
Despite our best efforts at peacekeeping, we are now at war with
Use all of my remaining power to boost the fertility of every Aag species for as long and as much as possible, without harming them.
Edit:((Damn, so much cancelled stuff!))
Post by: Stirk on July 11, 2015, 01:23:07 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 11, 2015, 01:28:11 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 11, 2015, 03:19:27 pm
Could use a gift. A very powerful gift. Invest all my remaining essence(don't touch my crux unless necessary, and don't use more than 3 crux even if necessary) into an Amulet. Forged of steel in the shape of a gear, the Amulet bolsters the engineering and mechanics creativity of whoever wears it by a large degree. If anyone tries to steal it from the rightful owner(Sankis), flames engulf the thief. The amulet is very resistant to damage, and if it is somehow destroyed, a rather large explosion will follow. Grant the newly named Amulet of Invention to Sankis.
Speak to Sankis: "Thank you for remaining devout to me. As your reward... I have decided to create an order of Machine Priests. You will be the first, and the High Priest. Your goal will be to spread the techniques of engineering, mechanics, architecture, and in general, mechanical technology, among the dwarves and those friendly to the dwarven race. As a symbol of your High Priesthood, take this Amulet of Invention. It will boost your creativity to allow you to make new and interesting machines. When you wish to ordain a Machine Priest to aid in your mission, make an amulet of steel in the shape of a gear and grant it to the newly ordained. These amulets are the symbols of my Machine Priesthood. Again, thank you for staying with your faith in me."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 11, 2015, 03:34:56 pm
"Hm. Perhaps Sankis..."
Could use a gift. A very powerful gift. Invest all my remaining essence(don't touch my crux unless necessary, and don't use more than 3 crux even if necessary) into an Amulet. Forged of steel in the shape of a gear, the Amulet bolsters the engineering and mechanics creativity of whoever wears it by a large degree. If anyone tries to steal it from the rightful owner(Sankis), flames engulf the thief. The amulet is very resistant to damage, and if it is somehow destroyed, a rather large explosion will follow. Grant the newly named Amulet of Invention to Sankis.
Speak to Sankis: "Thank you for remaining devout to me. As your reward... I have decided to create an order of Machine Priests. You will be the first, and the High Priest. Your goal will be to spread the techniques of engineering, mechanics, architecture, and in general, mechanical technology, among the dwarves and those friendly to the dwarven race. As a symbol of your High Priesthood, take this Amulet of Invention. It will boost your creativity to allow you to make new and interesting machines. When you wish to ordain a Machine Priest to aid in your mission, make an amulet of steel in the shape of a gear and grant it to the newly ordained. These amulets are the symbols of my Machine Priesthood. Again, thank you for staying with your faith in me."
It seems you already have plans for Sankis. Would you rather have me remove the offer I gave him?
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 11, 2015, 03:39:21 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 11, 2015, 03:46:13 pm
"I would prefer that, yes."
So be it.
Cancel the offer made to Sankis, as if it never happened.
Post by: DreamerGhost on July 11, 2015, 06:44:07 pm
Turn metal equipment New Kingdom army has into brittle ore durning their next large scale battle. 6 power.
Post by: Andres on July 11, 2015, 07:37:36 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 11, 2015, 08:00:04 pm
Appear in person, as an old, very tall Sapling, near this new kingdom's king, in a place where it wouldn't be illegal or whatever to be. Walk to his guards or secretary or whatever, in person, and try to request an audience with him, politely.
Spoiler (click to show/hide)
("Gai-gen...might I ask for your aid with something...?...a project of mine...that you might be interested in...I do not wish to intrude on your time, however...if you do not believe you would be interested..."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 11, 2015, 08:15:44 pm
(I'm a bit confused. Why is Lithus/Luthus angry at Frederick now?)
What is this? Another God noticed that the new kingdom is a thinly veiled atempt to raise one God above all others globaly? And there I was thinking that I would need to ruin the kingdom covertly.
Turn metal equipment New Kingdom army has into brittle ore durning their next large scale battle. 6 power.
It would be kind of you to notify all of us when you uncover such a plot in the future. I am glad to see your support, though.
So at this point we all know that mavnon,
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The worship of
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Post by: Andres on July 11, 2015, 08:22:01 pm
((he joined the new kingdom in a war against the Aag nation.))(Actually it was the New Kingdom that joined the war against the Aag nation. They stopped attacking the Great Tribe to do so. I believe they're helping the CRD but I'm not sure.)
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 11, 2015, 09:33:51 pm
Cancel my declaration of war against the great tribe/human kingdom (what's the real name anyways? I've seen both being used), patronius' worship is not banished, and the aurors are not exiled at any crime. Ignore any insults or accusation I made towards patronius. Anything else I did against patronius, his kingdom and worshipers this tick that I forgot to mention is also cancelled.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 11, 2015, 09:35:40 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 11, 2015, 09:41:39 pm
"...Gai-gen....I have a request to ask of you...you may find it intriguing as well...I wish to create a race of beings...of clockwork and automation...grand towers growing and replicating...their inner gears revealing much to those who wish to learn...they would require an intricate knowledge of physics, and the principles of motion...I believe your aid would be very helpful in this matter for that reason..."
"...Gai-gen...could I ask for your aid with something...?...I wish to create a race of machines...magnificent towers which build themselves...and it would be easier with your assistance..."
"...Though, now I seek to create a different sort of automaton as well...to guard my followers and their Great Trees...if I might...but it is simply a query...you have no obligation to assist me, after all...I am certain you are likely busy with your own projects...I simply thought it prudent to ask...just to be certain..."
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 11, 2015, 10:42:40 pm
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Human Tribesman: But animals don't seem to talk. I will be sure to inform my Leader of the biting thing.mfw I meant ask the Nomads, not the animals...
Spend all power to aid the Aurors in their nation-construction. Leveling land, chopping trees, sewing fields, providing good weather. Also spend all remaining Essence to help in constructing a metropolis to serve as their capital. The centerpiece is to be a massive cathedral which will serve as a great High Church.
Post by: Andres on July 11, 2015, 10:53:18 pm
Cancel my declaration of war against the great tribe/human kingdom (what's the real name anyways? I've seen both being used)(There are two different nations: the Great Tribe and the New Kingdom.
The Great Tribe is a nation of Humans ruled by a Human called Frederick and created by Patronius.
The New Kingdom is a kingdom made up of multiple different races. The ruler is a Human who has not revealed his name and the creator of this nation is unknown, though it's suspected that Mavnon was the one.)
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 12, 2015, 12:49:44 am
"Explain. Explain! EXPLAIN! Er... what in blazes are you doing?"
A simple, yet dramatic bureaucratic error. Please ignore it even happened. I will make sure to fire whoever was responsible for this.
"...Gai-gen....I have a request to ask of you...you may find it intriguing as well...I wish to create a race of beings...of clockwork and automation...grand towers growing and replicating...their inner gears revealing much to those who wish to learn...they would require an intricate knowledge of physics, and the principles of motion...I believe your aid would be very helpful in this matter for that reason...""...Gai-gen...could I ask for your aid with something...?...I wish to create a race of machines...magnificent towers which build themselves...and it would be easier with your assistance..."
"...Though, now I seek to create a different sort of automaton as well...to guard my followers and their Great Trees...if I might...but it is simply a query...you have no obligation to assist me, after all...I am certain you are likely busy with your own projects...I simply thought it prudent to ask...just to be certain..."
Automatons? You have me interested. Would it be possible in any way that a few of these specimen's carcasses fall under the expertise of some skilled Aag dissector?
mfw I meant ask the Nomads, not the animals...
((heh, people started calling my character "my name", when I thought it would be obvious enough that I meant that they should call him by his name, you're not the only one (although I'm certainly not complaining if that means more updates :P).))
Cancel my declaration of war against the great tribe/human kingdom (what's the real name anyways? I've seen both being used)(There are two different nations: the Great Tribe and the New Kingdom.
The Great Tribe is a nation of Humans ruled by a Human called Frederick and created by Patronius.
The New Kingdom is a kingdom made up of multiple different races. The ruler is a Human who has not revealed his name and the creator of this nation is unknown, though it's suspected that Mavnon was the one.)
((Right I already knew that, what was confusing me is that I'm pretty sure patronius decided to change it's(the great tribe) name some time ago to the human kingdom or something similar, and that I've seen both names being used since. I'll probably alternate randomly between the two unless we get a proper confirmation.))
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 12, 2015, 01:00:17 am
Automatons? You have me interested. Would it be possible in any way that a few of these specimen's carcasses fall under the expertise of some skilled Aag dissector?
"The appropriate term would be ruins...not carcasses...though if an Aag finds one, he is free to peruse...it would be likely that they could even enter while they yet lived...though considering their inner workings, it would be profoundly unsafe...much like stepping into the stomach of a Great Beast might be..."
Post by: ~Neri on July 12, 2015, 01:06:18 am
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Floating Island Human: I was whisked away to a place where there is no beautiful Wolflife to gaze at, to hunt, or to play with! Can you bring some species to these floating Islands?"Here you go~." One power to teleport wolvies and related wildlife to the floating islands.
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dANTcer: I want to dance to this new music, but my body is no good at it! Can I have assistance Nilva?((See PM)
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Great Tribe Guardsman: What is that strange chanting I hear coming from the Nomad Camps?"..I honestly haven't the faintest idea. I shall check on that for you." Nilva investigates the chanting.
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Nighttime Human Minstrel: No, I have great ear for pitch. They are toneless!"No, you really have a terrible ear for pitch. Quite deaf to it actually. Let me help." One Essence to give the minstrel the ability to actually Hear the emotions behind the howls. The stories and songs and tales hidden within.
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Nomadic Nomad: That didn't work for the group that went into the New Kingdom! They where all killed or absorbed!"Then absorb the vegetation for use as additional mass. Seep through their armor and consume their bodies. Again, they can literally do nothing to harm you." ((See PM.))
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The Maag clothier once again adds googly eyes, still angry over being bothered.One power to flood the Clothier's bedroom with goggly eyes and keep it flooded until he stops doing that, just start it up again when he tries again~
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Space Weaver Clothier: How do those Nomads keep getting a hold of Space Weaver silk?"Probably a nomadic Space Weaver."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 12, 2015, 01:22:06 am
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 01:27:02 am
(I'm a bit confused. Why is Lithus/Luthus angry at Frederick now?)((he joined the new kingdom in a war against the Aag nation.))What is this? Another God noticed that the new kingdom is a thinly veiled atempt to raise one God above all others globaly? And there I was thinking that I would need to ruin the kingdom covertly.
Turn metal equipment New Kingdom army has into brittle ore durning their next large scale battle. 6 power.
It would be kind of you to notify all of us when you uncover such a plot in the future. I am glad to see your support, though.
So at this point we all know that mavnon,with the support of patronius areis working on destroying everything we created, fortheirhis own personal gain. Should a punishment be devised forthem, just as we did to Utther when he did his slaughter?Theirthis crime is worse by a large magnitude.
...Thesethis vile beingsdisgust me. Ruining everything for a little fragment of power and wealth.TheyHe do not deserve the power they own, they are too selfish, greedy and immature for the responsibilities it implies.
The worship ofpatroniusand mavnonareis now outlawed in the Aag territory, and is unlikely to change, at least for a while.Both of these deitiesThis deity deserve nothing from the nation, astheyhe want nothing but the suffering and misery of it. Temple dedicated toeither of thosehim are to be closed and repurposed, andtheirhis worshipers have the choice to abandon them or to leave the nation. Worship ofeither of thesehim is to be outlawed.Aurorsand clam rilem dwarves who commit any crime will now be punished by exile from the nation. This does not mean that discrimination should be allowed against those who follow the law. Those who don't will no longer be there. The crime lord, if he is found, is to be publicly executed, along with all of those found guilty of helping him in his crimes. An offer is to be made to anyone who works for him: Giving information that will help with his capture in exchange of pardon and protection from his minions.
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Mavnon laughed at the twin-god's pretensions. "You think I do what I do out of selfishness? My dear deity of progress, I act in the name of Change, of Improvement and of Ascendence. I do not reciprocate your hate but I must act to counter you and you alone. May this duel bring about goodness for all."
Guarantee the safety of all Aag within Mavnon-worshipping settlements. All who break the peace are to be flayed alive. Also advise the intellectual circles within CRD territory to begin debating philosophy and politics, especially on the nature of the gods. New Kingdom and Aag scholars are warmly invited to attend.
Get an update on the Spirit of Conflict. Use 1E to locate it IF I have to.
1E+3P: Stir up ciivil right movements in dwarven lands with the goal of eliminating the artificial race barrier between the Clan and Clanless Dwarves.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 12, 2015, 02:19:26 am
snipCreate a new obelisk somewhere near the Aag capital, it will record my debate with mavnon without any alteration, also including my initial accusation, along with his first response. Bring this obelisk to the attention of historians and the public in general.
Then we shall settle our dispute with words and ideas? If only you were this reasonable in mortal matters.
Allow me to respond to your claims, to get this debate started:
You speak of change, improvements.
Perhaps an attempt to weaken my defense, to rally me to your cause? Certainly a masquerade, a parade of lies.
Change? Improvement? Ascendance? All I see is blood needlessly spilled, a nation under a lie, that they are rebelling against cruel divinities, while they are the puppets of those they claim to be free from.
But are you really trying to hide your misdeeds? No, you leave a breadcrumb trail of evidences behind you, you wish to be found, because it creates conflict, you feed from the suffering of countless people, hence my accusation of selfishness.
Perhaps someone, feeling an ounce of sympathy for you would say this is your nature, that it is wrong to prevent you from being who you are?
A mere illusion. Conflict is a broad enough concept to exist without meaning death and suffering, even this debate is a form of conflict, and yet you insist to create it in it's most visceral and cruel form, perhaps with a sadistic joy? What else could justify so much blood being spilled? Although I must admit I am greatly pleased to see debate encouraged, a glimmer of hope that I am wrong, that you are not completely ill-intentioned.
And then, yet another deceitful tactic, pretending to be well intentioned by opposing a normal step of war by a peaceful move, while at the same time ordering your butchers to cleave through the lands you pretend to be so tolerant of.
You are not the good side in this conflict, you brought war, you brought destruction. What is won from this? Who benefit from this?
Certainly not any mortal, who must see the world torn by a battlefield, constantly fearing the coming of an endless war. Who else that you could benefit from this?
Certainly not the new kingdom, merely a pawn to you, a tool for conflict being fooled by a false sense of liberty.
Who, other than you, has anything to win from this conflict? The new kingdom is only at peace with your creation and your allies' creation.
Do take all the time you need to come with your response, if you can find any. I can be patient when the need arise, but do not attempt to weasel out of this, you would only prove me right, which I would make sure to inform everyone of.
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 04:58:07 am
"Let us address Change. By my actions, both subtle and overt, I seek to encourage Change so as to result in Improvement and the eventual Ascendance of the mortal races. As I am, I embody the concept of Conflict and this is thus the method by which I engender change. Though it is debatable on whether I would use other methods were I of a different sphere, it must be obvious that my suggestions and actions have resulted in Improvement. The Floods of many years resulted in a Conflict of Civilisation and Nature...one the Aag avoided mostly at your 'benevolence'. This action, although just as damaging or even more so than a war, was seen by the gods as beneficial. Outright conquest of political entities over others at the suggestion of a god, on the other hand, is seen as malevolent. I care not about the moral standing of my brethren, but from my view both actions result in improvement. The flood brought technological innovation and the annexation of the weak tribes by the strong leads to centralisation of power. Though the improvement of the latter is debatable, I do believe centralisation will result in greater net good."
"Now for the second point. Feeding on Conflict. Well yes, I suppose I do feed on Conflict. Whether the duel of blades or the flourish of pens, I foster competition. This is not pointless chaos however, but meant to improve future mortal life. Perhaps it may seem paradoxical or insane that I cause sufferings in the present for the hope of improvement in the future, but think of this: does not the most disciplined soldier start as a green whelp? That is my belief on the world and I do not expect all to agree with it. Moving on..."
"Cruelty. Truly, you think war is the most cruel form of Conflict? Brother, you are sheltered beyond belief. Were I so cruel I would patronise a society of assassins, of slaves clambering for increasingly greater privileges and the toleration of their masters. I do not, but simply order the competition of equals. True, I have advised the indenturing of losing sides, but this is only temporary and made to improve the whole. Think of this; can a cracked stone support a wall? It simply cannot."
((I may be misinterpreting this next point; please correct me in OOC so that I can edit this if I am))
"Butchery throughout the lands. Terror, as I have shown throughout the eons, is not a concept I call taboo. Measured brutality for the greater good is far better than lax observance that will lead to great evil."
"Who benefits? Why, the winners of course. Who the winners are depend entirely on the course of the conflict. It just so happens that the side I was supporting takes victory. Let us look to the example of the minor human tribes. My favoured Dwarves of Rilem were able to annex these tribes with little difficulty and thus reaped the rewards. Had the humans won, I would have blessed them and honoured them for their victory. While it may seem I lack loyalty, I am simply taking the path to improvement."
"And finally, the New Kingdom. To be perfectly honest, I can only sympathise with their ideals...how can you not? Their methods too reflect my favoured sphere of Conflict and indeed, I cannot say what they do does not nourish me. But consider this: my Orcs and my Dwarves fight one another so that they may improve. Why would I, the goddess of Conflict, not order the New Kingdom to war with the Clan? It is against my whole philosophy. If you truly think me the cruel matron of Creation, why would I relieve my followers from combatting one another? Also do you truly imagine I can sustain the essence to empower two empires in Creation? Believe me that if I were able to, I would have far loftier goals in mind."
"I await your rebuttal."
Post by: Andres on July 12, 2015, 05:22:32 am
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 06:07:55 am
Mavnon materialised a pair of chackram and charged forward.
Post by: Andres on July 12, 2015, 06:16:04 am
"Once again up for a bit of combat sister? I shall of course test you."
Mavnon materialised a pair of chackram and charged forward.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 12, 2015, 02:43:06 pm
Change, I must agree this can be a good thing, sometimes necessary, but sometimes leading to a worse situation. We stopped the flood because of the potentially devastating effect of a large quantity of water in a region that require none to exist, along with the sunlight starvation that would occur to the population. The flood was seem as controversial, it killed innocents, but was also a good occasion for progress. War does not bring progress on it's own. Perhaps new and better weapons are devised, but they so not serve the population. Rather, they only allow for more to be killed by both sides. Centralization is a debatable thing. Of course a centralized power is much stronger and can achieve much more, but it is also so much easier to corrupt, to lead to tyranny, I only support centralization when there are mechanisms to weed out the corruption and tyrants.
Conflict on it's own is not a bad thing, it sometimes lead to great innovations. My problem with your means is that you bring it in ways that do not benefit anyone, and cause needless harm, leading to my next point.
Yes, I do believe war is the most cruel form of conflict. I do not see a group of assassins murdering anyone they feel like killing as a form of conflict. There is indeed a great distinction between your aspect and senseless slaughter, distinction I would hope to see you put more emphasis on. I must agree that slaves fighting each other for small privileges is a cruel fate, but unlike war, it does not necessarily imply senseless slaughter.
((Yeah, what I meant is that mavnon pretend to be tolerant by not excluding Aag people only to distract from the fact that he(or she?) is causing a slaughter by sending the new kingdom against their nation at the same time. I'll wait for your response on this for my rebuttal))
Of couse, the winner benefits, but you are not allowing equal forces to compete, you claim you would have supported the humans had they won against the clan rilem, but we both know it would've required a miracle to allow a few disorganized tribes to win against an organized empire. The new kingdom is the same, a massive kingdom bullying smaller nations. You only side with improvement when you are the one who benefit from it.
Opposing the cruelty of gods through revolution is indeed a cause I would sympathize with, as evidenced by my multiple attempts at opening a peaceful dialogue with the new kingdom and my earlier opposition to their direct extermination. Only we both know that this is not what is truly happening. We all know that this is all a puppet show, the king is a marionette, the people are manipulated. They are directly working for you, while claiming they are against you. The fact that the only civilizations they are at peace with are those under you and your ally's control is yet another proof of this scheme. You fool no one there.
Your turn. I believe you can still be a benevolent being for these worlds, but that you are wrong with your means. I would not be debating you if I saw you as a lost cause, but I can still not see the manipulation of the new kingdom as anything else than a cruel and selfish act. Not the fact that you rule them, but the fact that you lie to them, make them believe they are fighting the same evil you sadly represent today.
Post by: Detoxicated on July 12, 2015, 03:04:55 pm
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Space Weaver Frontiersman: Space- Should we weave it in the frontiers of this world or in well-established towns?
Space Weaver Clothier: How do those Nomads keep getting a hold of Space Weaver silk?
Scared Space Weaver: I-I just had a dream where I wove silk that started chasing me and trying to strangle me like a noose. Th-that won't happen in real life, right? Right?
1. You shall search for two individual weavers. One in love with the wilderness who can protect it and live with it. The other a grand townsman who knows the laws of the city. These two are to be trained by you and once they reach the maturity you deem fit, they shall create two clans. One clan is devoted to spinning new space into the citys we already dwell in, using their knowledge on architecture, ethics, and creativity to create more harmony and unity in the city. This clan is known as The Clan of Harmony. The other clan shall be living in the wilderness, especially within close range to cities of space weavers, they are to create more space into the landscape, making it more complicated to travel, for non space taught beings. There they shall tame the beasts that roam and live in harmony with the flora and fauna. This clan shall be known as The Clan of Riddling Rooms Bless him with good charisma and structured thinking while also boosting his creativity
2. The Nomads probably trade with other space weavers, and some of them are bandits, therefore I must say, you should try taking diplomatic missions up with them. Use Crux to give him a big amount of wealth, based on the currency system where he dwells
3. You shall watch this dream and look for clues if it rings true. Choose questioning space weavers and teach them to look for these cluesGrant him immortality
Post by: ~Neri on July 12, 2015, 03:28:54 pm
"None of my nomads are bandits. They don't need to be, they have the abilities to make whatever they want with minimal effort. If you want an example of a bandit, look at the Orc Warhosts. The most likely cause of it is a nomadic Weaver."QuoteSpace Weaver Frontiersman: Space- Should we weave it in the frontiers of this world or in well-established towns?
Space Weaver Clothier: How do those Nomads keep getting a hold of Space Weaver silk?
Scared Space Weaver: I-I just had a dream where I wove silk that started chasing me and trying to strangle me like a noose. Th-that won't happen in real life, right? Right?
1. You shall search for two individual weavers. One in love with the wilderness who can protect it and live with it. The other a grand townsman who knows the laws of the city. These two are to be trained by you and once they reach the maturity you deem fit, they shall create two clans. One clan is devoted to spinning new space into the citys we already dwell in, using their knowledge on architecture, ethics, and creativity to create more harmony and unity in the city. This clan is known as The Clan of Harmony. The other clan shall be living in the wilderness, especially within close range to cities of space weavers, they are to create more space into the landscape, making it more complicated to travel, for non space taught beings. There they shall tame the beasts that roam and live in harmony with the flora and fauna. This clan shall be known as The Clan of Riddling Rooms Bless him with good charisma and structured thinking while also boosting his creativity
2. The Nomads probably trade with other space weavers, and some of them are bandits, therefore I must say, you should try taking diplomatic missions up with them. Use Crux to give him a big amount of wealth, based on the currency system where he dwells
3. You shall watch this dream and look for clues if it rings true. Choose questioning space weavers and teach them to look for these cluesGrant him immortality
Post by: Vgray on July 12, 2015, 03:30:05 pm
"Come children. The forces of Conflict are no match for our strength, our purpose."
Uztot uses all his Power to bless the Aag soldiers with solidarity.
(Hey Farg, could you draw Uztot in war form?)
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 12, 2015, 03:40:23 pm
"...perhaps I simply see Conflict differently...slavery does not seem to be conflict...surely, there is...but only during rebellions...assassins kill, but it is one-sided...it does not seem very much like conflict...unless there were some other society dedicated to combating them..."
"...do not misunderstand, Mavnon...I would rather remain on good terms with you...but the Aag are trading partners of my Saplings...and Liuthus, a member of my pantheon...I will not ask you to end the war...I will simply ask you not to hold it against me...when I side with your foe...I prefer to keep my word...and part of that means supporting Liuthus in this time of trouble...and remember...a prolonged war benefits no one...not even the winners...in any case, however...I will ask that we might remain friends...if I might be allowed to consider you that...even if we must be at odds...if that is alright...with you, of course...?"
Post by: Detoxicated on July 12, 2015, 03:54:32 pm
"If I may step into your little discussion on conflict there, god of conflict. While I admire your love for the grandest conflicts, you should also look at the opportunity of conflict on a more personal scale.
If two nations compete, there is conflict, but this conflict should not necessarily be fought out, as their competition is already a conflict. I feel that you should review the nature of conflict, and find out if you can go beyond the mere conflict in arms the conflict of suffering.
On a different note, I do like the drama you create, it brings purpose to the little mortals. As they realize that they are mere mortals they strive to conquer their space and for harmony. This state of change would not come so easy without the dramatic conflicts of the past."
Post by: ~Neri on July 12, 2015, 04:04:09 pm
Well if none of your nomads are bandits I think nothing will go wrong and diplomatic friendships will be drawn."Correct. Although I am not quite sure how many of them are house trained. Hopefully they don't take a piss in the flowerpots anywhere."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 12, 2015, 04:55:21 pm
Uztot takes the form of a Kaag covered in red war paint. Or possibly blood. His staff turns into a spear.
"Come children. The forces of Conflict are no match for our strength, our purpose."
Uztot uses all his Power to bless the Aag soldiers with solidarity.
(Hey Farg, could you draw Uztot in war form?)
((Sure, but as I said in my previous PM, I have quite a lot to draw, so it might take a while. While we're talking about that, if anyone else is interested in a drawing from me, don't feel shy to ask. Just know that I already have a lot of drawings to do and that it might take a while.))
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 12, 2015, 06:16:03 pm
Post by: Andres on July 12, 2015, 06:18:03 pm
Also... spend 4 Power on locating Utther, unless it would draw from my Crux.(It may be better to say "spend up to 4 Power" just in case it's cheaper. If it's like Ye Gods, doing this would be a free action unless he's using magic to hide himself.)
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 12, 2015, 06:55:45 pm
"Oh. I have realized that you exist. Perhaps after the next tick I will aid you with your project. But for now I have my own objectives.""...Gai-gen....I have a request to ask of you...you may find it intriguing as well...I wish to create a race of beings...of clockwork and automation...grand towers growing and replicating...their inner gears revealing much to those who wish to learn...they would require an intricate knowledge of physics, and the principles of motion...I believe your aid would be very helpful in this matter for that reason...""...Gai-gen...could I ask for your aid with something...?...I wish to create a race of machines...magnificent towers which build themselves...and it would be easier with your assistance..."
"...Though, now I seek to create a different sort of automaton as well...to guard my followers and their Great Trees...if I might...but it is simply a query...you have no obligation to assist me, after all...I am certain you are likely busy with your own projects...I simply thought it prudent to ask...just to be certain..."
((I said spend 4 Power and I mean it for two reasons: one: power training, and two: I have "privileged information" that leads me to believe that Utther is hiding himself with magic.))
Post by: Andres on July 12, 2015, 07:27:21 pm
Spoiler: Kinsith (click to show/hide)
Metal: 1-2E (Discounts included). You still need to teach them how to actually use it, this would only create the metal in the ground.
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 08:08:09 pm
Good to see that you address all of my arguments, my fear came from the fact that others have avoided inconvenient arguments in the past. I will resume:
Change, I must agree this can be a good thing, sometimes necessary, but sometimes leading to a worse situation. We stopped the flood because of the potentially devastating effect of a large quantity of water in a region that require none to exist, along with the sunlight starvation that would occur to the population. The flood was seem as controversial, it killed innocents, but was also a good occasion for progress. War does not bring progress on it's own. Perhaps new and better weapons are devised, but they so not serve the population. Rather, they only allow for more to be killed by both sides. Centralization is a debatable thing. Of course a centralized power is much stronger and can achieve much more, but it is also so much easier to corrupt, to lead to tyranny, I only support centralization when there are mechanisms to weed out the corruption and tyrants.
Conflict on it's own is not a bad thing, it sometimes lead to great innovations. My problem with your means is that you bring it in ways that do not benefit anyone, and cause needless harm, leading to my next point.
Yes, I do believe war is the most cruel form of conflict. I do not see a group of assassins murdering anyone they feel like killing as a form of conflict. There is indeed a great distinction between your aspect and senseless slaughter, distinction I would hope to see you put more emphasis on. I must agree that slaves fighting each other for small privileges is a cruel fate, but unlike war, it does not necessarily imply senseless slaughter.
((Yeah, what I meant is that mavnon pretend to be tolerant by not excluding Aag people only to distract from the fact that he(or she?) is causing a slaughter by sending the new kingdom against their nation at the same time. I'll wait for your response on this for my rebuttal))
Of couse, the winner benefits, but you are not allowing equal forces to compete, you claim you would have supported the humans had they won against the clan rilem, but we both know it would've required a miracle to allow a few disorganized tribes to win against an organized empire. The new kingdom is the same, a massive kingdom bullying smaller nations. You only side with improvement when you are the one who benefit from it.
Opposing the cruelty of gods through revolution is indeed a cause I would sympathize with, as evidenced by my multiple attempts at opening a peaceful dialogue with the new kingdom and my earlier opposition to their direct extermination. Only we both know that this is not what is truly happening. We all know that this is all a puppet show, the king is a marionette, the people are manipulated. They are directly working for you, while claiming they are against you. The fact that the only civilizations they are at peace with are those under you and your ally's control is yet another proof of this scheme. You fool no one there.
Your turn. I believe you can still be a benevolent being for these worlds, but that you are wrong with your means. I would not be debating you if I saw you as a lost cause, but I can still not see the manipulation of the new kingdom as anything else than a cruel and selfish act. Not the fact that you rule them, but the fact that you lie to them, make them believe they are fighting the same evil you sadly represent today.
"From your point of view, the process of war and its consequences is horrid and without reason. To me, it is an artform. The marching of men in formation, fighting for causes close to their heart or far from it, ready to achieve their goals knowing full well they may die. I cannot expect you...to understand why I find war so thrilling but in any case, that is not the point. War leads to innovation; it forces the combatants to innovate and change so that they may change and take victory. The humans now under Clan Rilem for example stood no chance at all; I agree. However, they had a chance to improve. True, by themselves they could not possibly do a thing, but had their compatriots aided them they could have fought back the invasion and humbled the Clan. They did not and subsequently, their descendants are now Rilem in body and soul."
"As for centralisation....it is a very debatable point, one I hope to test with my creations. Notice that the Clan is centralised under one rule and the Orcs are scattered as many tribes. Nothing is without purpose, brother."
"And my deities of twin-soul, I benefit in every situation. Clan Rilem's victory resulted in greater worship towards me in thanks and praise. A human victory would have resulted in a new pool of champions from which I could have extracted agents. Dear Illyria is one such example and she has served me well since."
"As for the New Kingdom...."Mavnon smiled as if thinking of a good joke, "....what would you say if all implications I had ever made towards controlling the Kingdom were just that, implications? Have you once asked the great lord that rules there that I, Mavnon, is his puppetmaster, his patron and creator? He would scoff at such notions and dismiss you. Of course, you would expect that from me. A lesson Lithus: the best lie is an implication of truth that while plausible, is still just an implication. It is far more believable than blatant ones, true? The obelisk keeper of yours will surely remember my old stories as a winged messenger who saved the worlds?"
"...forgive me for intruding, Mavnon...but I must ask...why do you find a centralisation of power...to be a good thing...?...does that not result in reduced competition...?...Conflict turned petty, between neighboring nobles for wealth...rather than cultural arms races between neighboring countries..."
"...perhaps I simply see Conflict differently...slavery does not seem to be conflict...surely, there is...but only during rebellions...assassins kill, but it is one-sided...it does not seem very much like conflict...unless there were some other society dedicated to combating them..."
"...do not misunderstand, Mavnon...I would rather remain on good terms with you...but the Aag are trading partners of my Saplings...and Liuthus, a member of my pantheon...I will not ask you to end the war...I will simply ask you not to hold it against me...when I side with your foe...I prefer to keep my word...and part of that means supporting Liuthus in this time of trouble...and remember...a prolonged war benefits no one...not even the winners...in any case, however...I will ask that we might remain friends...if I might be allowed to consider you that...even if we must be at odds...if that is alright...with you, of course...?"
"No intrusion at all friend. Your thoughts are as important as any other."
"Centralisation...not inherently a good thing but it can lead to goodness. I am testing that as we speak with the Clan. As for the hypothetical backstabbing slave society ruled by assassins...I agree. Pointless...unless there were another society to counterbalance them..." Mavnon seems to realise a hidden truth of the universe, as if she had experienced godly enlightenment. "Your wisdom is as always, warmly welcomed. Suffice to say, you are completely right."
"As for war...tell me brother, is a lie unspoken but implied stronger than a lie freely made? The answer to that riddle well you just how much control I have over this war...But I do wish to remain on friendly terms with you regardless, yes."
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 12, 2015, 08:46:23 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 12, 2015, 08:52:41 pm
I must agree, that there is indeed something... Not artistic, but similar... like a dance, about war. The reason why I hate it is because of all the death and suffering it implies. If only such a thing could be made without having any blood spilled. Perhaps a dimension, where soldiers come back to life after dying, and are exempt from suffering, a place where conflicts are resolved without leading to needless wastes. Or perhaps a voluntary cold war, along with an arm race? Scientists from both nations would strive to find as much alternative use to each things discovered while devising new weapons. A friendly competition, perhaps. With the goal of being the best at bettering the live of their people, instead of killing as much of the other's population.snip
"From your point of view, the process of war and its consequences is horrid and without reason. To me, it is an artform. The marching of men in formation, fighting for causes close to their heart or far from it, ready to achieve their goals knowing full well they may die. I cannot expect you...to understand why I find war so thrilling but in any case, that is not the point. War leads to innovation; it forces the combatants to innovate and change so that they may change and take victory. The humans now under Clan Rilem for example stood no chance at all; I agree. However, they had a chance to improve. True, by themselves they could not possibly do a thing, but had their compatriots aided them they could have fought back the invasion and humbled the Clan. They did not and subsequently, their descendants are now Rilem in body and soul."
"As for centralisation....it is a very debatable point, one I hope to test with my creations. Notice that the Clan is centralised under one rule and the Orcs are scattered as many tribes. Nothing is without purpose, brother."
"And my deities of twin-soul, I benefit in every situation. Clan Rilem's victory resulted in greater worship towards me in thanks and praise. A human victory would have resulted in a new pool of champions from which I could have extracted agents. Dear Illyria is one such example and she has served me well since."
"As for the New Kingdom...."Mavnon smiled as if thinking of a good joke, "....what would you say if all implications I had ever made towards controlling the Kingdom were just that, implications? Have you once asked the great lord that rules there that I, Mavnon, is his puppetmaster, his patron and creator? He would scoff at such notions and dismiss you. Of course, you would expect that from me. A lesson Lithus: the best lie is an implication of truth that while plausible, is still just an implication. It is far more believable than blatant ones, true? The obelisk keeper of yours will surely remember my old stories as a winged messenger who saved the worlds?"
(snip again)
We do not seem to have any real disagreement over the issue of centralization, and so I will move to the next point.
Indeed, you seem to have mastered the art of benefiting from any situation, my fear is that you seem to favor doing so in a way that harms others needlessly.
As you said, I will not be convinced by mere words on your involvement with the new kingdom. I will require proofs, greater than those pointing towards your implication to change my mind.
You have forgotten to respond to one of my accusation, that is to play the tolerance card with the Aag people, hoping to be seen as more reasonable and kind that I am, while at the same time ordering a bloodbath in their homeland. I will refuse to continue this debate until this point is answered, and I except you to do the same should I skip one of your arguments myself. This is only a precaution, and I hope you will prove my doubts wrong.
Seeing your response to Teburshe, I hope that you do not plan to create this slave-mongering, assassin-riddled nation that you described. As you must know by now, I absolutely despite to see sapient lives being wasted or ended pointlessly.
Edit:
"Mmmm...Mavnon...I believe you might overestimate...the desire of the defenders...to pay deference to you...should they succeed against the armies you have sent against them...but I wanted to say, Liuthus...that he has a point...necessity is the mother of invention...and war breeds necessity...it also uses up resources...able to be otherwise used to Grow...but nonetheless..."
I must agree, hence my earlier propositions. I still believe that war is wasteful, and that we could devise a way to achieve the same goals without wasting lives.
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 09:23:27 pm
"Lithus, I have no quarrel with any singular race. That is very much beneath my and as such, I do not seek to impose punishment on them. The nation-state is an entity non-identical to the species and as such, I have no desire to unleash the Clan on non-combatants. Also, if I had truly sent the New Kingdom against the Aag, why have my creations and their allies not conquered the Aag yet? True, the Aag are formidable and their homeland is a difficult land to conquer, but the pressure of war from Clan Rilem, Great Tribe, Orcs and New Kingdom would unquestionably be enough to defeat the Aag defenders. No offense to those who are reading this, but even you must admit you could never hope to defeat such a force at the time of this speech. You saw what my Clan did to the minor human tribal entities. The strong defeated the weak. The Aag, though strong, are outnumbered by similarly strong forces."
"Now about war once more. I believe I understand the main contention here; you think the lives of mortals are precious, yes? I do not. Yes, to a mortal their temporary existence is important. They live lives full of emotion, ease, hardship and an innumerable other things....but they end all the same. And at that end is an Afterlife, an Afterlife created by a myriad of gods to cater to mortal souls. These afterlives, more often than not, are permanent, unchanging and full of happiness. As mortal life is ultimately temporary, I do believe that ending them and allowing their souls to enter the Heavens is not a 'waste', simply a consequence of some actions. You will not agree with me, I know, but that is how I see things."
"As for your suggestion about enclosed warfare...that to me seems pointless. There is no gain, no anxiety, no motivation to change. Yes, the combatants would have prestige, glory and perhaps even wealth, but there is only desire, no need. That kind of Conflict is...artificial, fake and pointless, only a step above the Chaos that I oppose. True, friendly competition can too lead to goodness, but hostile combat is also needed."
Mavnon smiled.
"I don't believe I can convince you that I do not control the New Kingdom but consider this; the flow of essence from my being has only been directed to the Orcs and Dwarves in recent centuries. You can see this for yourself in that Library one of our brethren created. If that is not proof enough, then suffice to say I would have to actually go to war simply because you seem to be engendered to the idea that we are already at war."
"And as interesting as creating two contrasting civilisations is, I do not have the time for such diversions as of late. My current experiments are of far too much importance."
"Mmmm...Mavnon...I believe you might overestimate...the desire of the defenders...to pay deference to you...should they succeed against the armies you have sent against them...but I wanted to say, Liuthus...that he has a point...necessity is the mother of invention...and war breeds necessity...it also uses up resources...able to be otherwise used to Grow...but nonetheless..."
"Perhaps. But tell me, would a mortal refuse a boon, a reward for what they did? Could they? One needs not love his king to serve him, after all."
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 12, 2015, 09:47:28 pm
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 09:50:39 pm
Post by: Ama on July 12, 2015, 10:13:14 pm
Lauxal prayers:"Sure my child, is there anywhere in particular you want to visit?"
Wolf Spider: Hey, itsa me, on your head! Can we go visit the planet sometimes?
Shadow Kabold: If mortals can daydream, can we have a day nightmare?
Human Adventurer: Hah, these dungeon creatures are nothing on me! Lauxal, send stronger monsters!
"Sure, if you want." Give Shadow Kobolds the ability to day nightmare.
"Im working on something that will be very skilled in combat, it shall be ready in time."
"Just so all the gods know, my children have been threatened by this New Kingdom, I will not allow this to continue."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 12, 2015, 10:16:08 pm
"Perhaps I ought be clearer...or maybe I should not? Hmm...ah, yes. The rabbit, though hateful of the wolf, serves the wolf by devouring the homes of other prey.""Explain."
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 10:19:25 pm
Post by: ~Neri on July 12, 2015, 10:20:26 pm
"Perhaps I ought be clearer...or maybe I should not? Hmm...ah, yes. The rabbit, though hateful of the wolf, serves the wolf by devouring the homes of other prey.""Rabbits don't exist anymore. They got eaten. As did almost every single other nonwolfbased species."
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 10:21:06 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 12, 2015, 10:37:00 pm
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 10:39:01 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 12, 2015, 10:41:13 pm
"...somehow, I feel your analogy is flawed..."
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 10:44:34 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 12, 2015, 10:44:59 pm
"The rabbit eats the undergrowth that hides other species from the wolf, ergo making it easier for the wolf to hunt."
"... no. Just no. Wolves are larger than rabbits. What rabbits eat doesn't hide anything worth eating from the wolf."
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 12, 2015, 10:48:17 pm
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 10:48:50 pm
"The rabbit eats the undergrowth that hides other species from the wolf, ergo making it easier for the wolf to hunt."
"... no. Just no. Wolves are larger than rabbits. What rabbits eat doesn't hide anything worth eating from the wolf."
"You do not think a weer would hide in a bush?"
((weer= wolfish deers))
"If they were consuming foliage that quickly...there would be enough rabbits that the wolf...would be well off enough for eating anyway...regardless...while manipulation is possible...it would be opposed by Iliseth...and likely opposed by the victors themselves...should they learn of it...and now, it is likely they will, given the gods' tendency to coddle their followers..."
"Perhaps it is best I be blunt; the blessings would be forced upon them and by their actions, they would serve me. Iliseth may intefere yes, but such is life; a series of Conflicts without end."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 12, 2015, 10:51:30 pm
((Now playing: spot the fallacy!))
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 12, 2015, 10:52:56 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 12, 2015, 11:04:47 pm
((must've missed that one))
"Lithus, I have no quarrel with any singular race. That is very much beneath my and as such, I do not seek to impose punishment on them. The nation-state is an entity non-identical to the species and as such, I have no desire to unleash the Clan on non-combatants. Also, if I had truly sent the New Kingdom against the Aag, why have my creations and their allies not conquered the Aag yet? True, the Aag are formidable and their homeland is a difficult land to conquer, but the pressure of war from Clan Rilem, Great Tribe, Orcs and New Kingdom would unquestionably be enough to defeat the Aag defenders. No offense to those who are reading this, but even you must admit you could never hope to defeat such a force at the time of this speech. You saw what my Clan did to the minor human tribal entities. The strong defeated the weak. The Aag, though strong, are outnumbered by similarly strong forces."
"Now about war once more. I believe I understand the main contention here; you think the lives of mortals are precious, yes? I do not. Yes, to a mortal their temporary existence is important. They live lives full of emotion, ease, hardship and an innumerable other things....but they end all the same. And at that end is an Afterlife, an Afterlife created by a myriad of gods to cater to mortal souls. These afterlives, more often than not, are permanent, unchanging and full of happiness. As mortal life is ultimately temporary, I do believe that ending them and allowing their souls to enter the Heavens is not a 'waste', simply a consequence of some actions. You will not agree with me, I know, but that is how I see things."
"As for your suggestion about enclosed warfare...that to me seems pointless. There is no gain, no anxiety, no motivation to change. Yes, the combatants would have prestige, glory and perhaps even wealth, but there is only desire, no need. That kind of Conflict is...artificial, fake and pointless, only a step above the Chaos that I oppose. True, friendly competition can too lead to goodness, but hostile combat is also needed."
Mavnon smiled.
"I don't believe I can convince you that I do not control the New Kingdom but consider this; the flow of essence from my being has only been directed to the Orcs and Dwarves in recent centuries. You can see this for yourself in that Library one of our brethren created. If that is not proof enough, then suffice to say I would have to actually go to war simply because you seem to be engendered to the idea that we are already at war."
"And as interesting as creating two contrasting civilisations is, I do not have the time for such diversions as of late. My current experiments are of far too much importance.""Mmmm...Mavnon...I believe you might overestimate...the desire of the defenders...to pay deference to you...should they succeed against the armies you have sent against them...but I wanted to say, Liuthus...that he has a point...necessity is the mother of invention...and war breeds necessity...it also uses up resources...able to be otherwise used to Grow...but nonetheless..."
"Perhaps. But tell me, would a mortal refuse a boon, a reward for what they did? Could they? One needs not love his king to serve him, after all."
I did not imply that you were performing any kind of discrimination. My accusation is one of hypocrisy and manipulation towards my people.
You see life as worthless? No amount of argumentation will ever bring me close to understand how one could genuinely believe this, let alone let me be in accord with it. Our views are forever irreconcilable, never we will be able to live in perfect harmony. The best that could be achieved is mutual isolation.
Worthless? Meaningless? How can someone with such a view on mortal could ever hope to be genuinely worshiped? HAVE YOUR WORSHIPERS NO SENSE OF LOGIC? ARE YOU LYING TO THEM?
PATHETIC... HOW CAN ONE CREATE COMPLEX, INTELLIGENT LIFE, AND FEEL NOTHING BUT DISDAIN TOWARDS THEM?? OH RIGHT, YOU DID NOT CREATE ANYTHING, YOU ONLY MUTATED AN ALREADY EXISTING SPECIES TO SERVE YOUR TWISTED GOALS. NEVER IN YOUR EXISTENCE DID YOU DO ANYTHING CONSTRUCTIVE...
THE ONLY THING THAT MAKE US DIFFERENT FROM MORTALS IS THE AMOUNT OF POWER WE WIELD. THE ONLY LOGICAL CONCLUSION IS THAT YOU FEEL THE SAME TOWARDS US? ONLY A PSYCHOPATH CAN REASON LIKE THIS, ARE YOU A PSYCHOPATH, GOD OF DISDAIN AND BLOODBATHS?
DISGUSTING... PATHETIC... HOW CAN SUCH A VILE BEING EXIST? IS REALITY FUNDAMENTALLY WRONG? HOW ELSE COULD SUCH A THING EXIST, AND EVEN PROSPER???
MORTAL LIFE IS WORTH PROTECTING, HELPING AND CARING FOR. THEY BRING US THE CONSTANT GIFT OF WORSHIP. WASTING THEIR EXISTENCE FOR PATHETIC POWER GRABS IS AN INSULT TO ALL THAT EXISTS. EXISTENCE IS INSULTED BY YOUR MERE PRESENCE!
As Luthus, take the appearance of a black granite titan, a being five time the size of a Saag, with a face similar to Luthus' helmet, along with it's horns. Appear in this form in the largest battlefield between Aag and new kingdom. Summon a massive stone club, crush the enemy troops with it, leave no survivor. Scream this, loud enough to be heard from anywhere within range to see the titan, without harming or deafening anyone:
I SHALL NO LONGER LET MY PEOPLE BE SLAUGHTERED BY YOU PATHETIC, BLOODTHIRSTY PSYCHOPATH! NONE OF THOSE WHO WANT TO SPREAD SUFFERING AND DESTRUCTION FOR THEIR OWN SAKE SHALL BE SPARED! SUPPORTERS OF MAVNON, KNOW THAT YOUR PATRON IS ONLY CAPABLE OF FEELING DISDAIN TOWARDS YOU. REPENT OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR VICTIMS!
Post by: micelus on July 12, 2015, 11:08:08 pm
"A bush? Probably not. Thick, tall grass would work better."
((Now playing: spot the fallacy!))
((ehh close enough; will respond to others soon))
"...so you speak of slavery, then...?...an unwilling mind is of little aid, Mavnon...especially one aided by a god..."
"No, not exactly. Let me give an example. Say the humans won. I give the most heroic a boon; increased strength and such and such. They will of course continue their hate for me and the Clan. If they were to act and attempt to free more of their brethren, they would have to become yet stronger, innovating either in stratagem or technology. Ergo, they would fight me but at the same time serve me."
I did not imply that you were performing any kind of discrimination. My accusation is one of hypocrisy and manipulation towards my people.
You see life as worthless? No amount of argumentation will ever bring me close to understand how one could genuinely believe this, let alone let me be in accord with it. Our views are forever irreconcilable, never we will be able to live in perfect harmony. The best that could be achieved is mutual isolation.
Worthless? Meaningless? How can someone with such a view on mortal could ever hope to be genuinely worshiped? HAVE YOUR WORSHIPERS NO SENSE OF LOGIC? ARE YOU LYING TO THEM?
PATHETIC... HOW CAN ONE CREATE COMPLEX, INTELLIGENT LIFE, AND FEEL NOTHING BUT DISDAIN TOWARDS THEM?? OH RIGHT, YOU DID NOT CREATE ANYTHING, YOU ONLY MUTATED AN ALREADY EXISTING SPECIES TO SERVE YOUR TWISTED GOALS. NEVER IN YOUR EXISTENCE DID YOU DO ANYTHING CONSTRUCTIVE...
THE ONLY THING THAT MAKE US DIFFERENT FROM MORTALS IS THE AMOUNT OF POWER WE WIELD. THE ONLY LOGICAL CONCLUSION IS THAT YOU FEEL THE SAME TOWARDS US? ONLY A PSYCHOPATH CAN REASON LIKE THIS, ARE YOU A PSYCHOPATH, GOD OF DISDAIN AND BLOODBATHS?
DISGUSTING... PATHETIC... HOW CAN SUCH A VILE BEING EXIST? IS REALITY FUNDAMENTALLY WRONG? HOW ELSE COULD SUCH A THING EXIST, AND EVEN PROSPER???
MORTAL LIFE IS WORTH PROTECTING, HELPING AND CARING FOR. THEY BRING US THE CONSTANT GIFT OF WORSHIP. WASTING THEIR EXISTENCE FOR PATHETIC POWER GRABS IS AN INSULT TO ALL THAT EXISTS. EXISTENCE IS INSULTED BY YOUR MERE PRESENCE!
As Luthus, take the appearance of a black granite titan, a being five time the size of a Saag, with a face similar to Luthus' helmet, along with it's horns. Appear in this form in the largest battlefield between Aag and new kingdom. Summon a massive stone club, crush the enemy troops with it, leave no survivor. Scream this, loud enough to be heard from anywhere within range to see the titan:
I SHALL NO LONGER LET MY PEOPLE BE SLAUGHTERED BY YOU PATHETIC, BLOODTHIRSTY PSYCHOPATH! NONE OF THOSE WHO WANT TO SPREAD SUFFERING AND DESTRUCTION FOR THEIR OWN SAKE SHALL BE SPARED! SUPPORTERS OF MAVNON, KNOW THAT YOUR PATRON IS ONLY CAPABLE OF FEELING DISDAIN TOWARDS YOU. REPENT OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR VICTIMS!
"You certainly are an angry being. I see this debate is over, but I shall answer your points. The mortal soul is extremely important whereas the body is less so. Whatever suffering the body would ever experience is little compared to the immortality of a soul. "
A little bit miffed, Mavnon continued. "As for mutation...really Luthus? Quite low of you. Clan Rilem is every bit as dwarvish as any dwarf. To think otherwise is racism."
"As for your belief on the similarity between mortals and gods...I disagree completely. Mortals cannot create to the same extent as us, nor can we survive without worship or influence. I'm not even sure if we experience any form of Afterlife or just cease to be. It would be difficult to discover in any case..."
"As for 'power grabs'. Luthus, everything we do is a 'power grab'. I could just easily have conducted a 'power grab' through peaceful means. No, war is by which I hope to spread innovation."
"Now those words done with, it seems our debate is over. Good luck with the battle brother."
That done with, Mavnon materialised floating at the middle of the soon-to-be battlfield, attended by her Immortal Guard and several Orc/Rilem scholars. She wished for them to watch personally the battle. She shouted towards the New Kingdom army.
"Luthus over there thinks I lead you. Just so you know."
Watch Luthus fight the New Kingdom army. Have my Immortals (all of them) and Orcish/Rilem scholars watch so that they may learn. If any combatant attempts to attack me or my retainers, teleport them to safety.
Post by: Detoxicated on July 13, 2015, 01:26:25 am
Dwell by the battles of this war and listen to prayers of people in despair
Post by: micelus on July 13, 2015, 01:37:17 am
Post by: DreamerGhost on July 13, 2015, 11:41:54 am
New kingdom (really needs a proper name) is conquering nearby lands, and enforcing a ban on worshiping any god.
Since they claim to not to be ruled by any god and do not target any one god specifically, they are left alone by most gods, since they just file them "Not my business" and focus on their own races and plots.
The activity New kingdom partakes most is war; most of their recourses are geared towards war, which allows them to conquer less warlike nations with ease.
What do we see from this? If we consider that there are more ways for a god to gain power than direct worship, the Godless kingdom is spreading conflict while banning all common worship. The only one who benefits from Godless kingdoms growth is Mavon, trading a bit of worship quality for exclusive influence. It matters not if he is pupeteering the king, the kingdom is Mavons handiwork, built with intention of pushing out other gods from the minds of mortals. It is a good plan since he is going to benefit doubly, no matter our actions. If we stay silent, he benefits from kingdoms existence. If we oppose, he benefits from ensuing conflict.
In short, this was an attempt far larger and far less concealed than Uthers to destroy what we built. I recommend the same treatment.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 13, 2015, 02:23:50 pm
WORSHIPERS OF MAVNON, PEOPLE OF THE NEW KINGDOM! YOU ARE ALL FOOLED BY THIS ABOMINATION YOU CALL A GOD, THIS HORRENDOUS BEAST FEEL NOTHING BUT DISDAIN TOWARDS MORTALS, IMMORTALS AND GODS, YOU ARE NOTHING BUT A TOY, A PAWN FOR THIS DEMON, YOUR DEATH, YOUR SUFFERING MEAN NOTHING TO THIS BEAST, IT EVEN ENJOY THE PAIN IT INFLICTS TO ALL OF YOU THROUGH WARFARE AND DESTRUCTION!! NEW KINGDOM! EVEN THOUGH YOU BELIEVE YOU ARE ALL FREE FROM GODS, YOU ARE A PAWN OF MAVNON'S SCHEME OF DESTRUCTION! REALIZE THIS, OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR INNOCENT VICTIMS!!
Continue the destruction of any soldier from the new kingdom not smart enough to flee. Move to the closest battlefield once this one is done and resume the destruction. Do not chase those who run away from my range. Spare those who abandon mavnon or rebel against the new kingdom's false ideal.
As Lithus, help various people from the Aag kingdom to perform menial tasks, without stopping Luthus' rampage at the battlefield. Refuse to speak about Luthus' rampage or anything he says.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 13, 2015, 02:31:40 pm
Shout this, this time loud enough to be heard from the entire solar system, without harming or deafening anyone:
WORSHIPERS OF MAVNON, PEOPLE OF THE NEW KINGDOM! YOU ARE ALL FOOLED BY THIS ABOMINATION YOU CALL A GOD, THIS HORRENDOUS BEAST FEEL NOTHING BUT DISDAIN TOWARDS MORTALS, IMMORTALS AND GODS, YOU ARE NOTHING BUT A TOY, A PAWN FOR THIS DEMON, YOUR DEATH, YOUR SUFFERING MEAN NOTHING TO THIS BEAST, IT EVEN ENJOY THE PAIN IT INFLICTS TO ALL OF YOU THROUGH WARFARE AND DESTRUCTION!! NEW KINGDOM! EVEN THOUGH YOU BELIEVE YOU ARE ALL FREE FROM GODS, YOU ARE A PAWN OF MAVNON'S SCHEME OF DESTRUCTION! REALIZE THIS, OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR INNOCENT VICTIMS!!
Block the sound from all High Church land with up to 2P if it's enough. Otherwise, just focus the blocking on the Aspects and the Great Tribe. Don't want that shit in my lands.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 13, 2015, 02:40:03 pm
Edit: cancelled.
Post by: DreamerGhost on July 13, 2015, 04:37:29 pm
1E+3P: Stir up ciivil right movements in dwarven lands with the goal of eliminating the artificial race barrier between the Clan and Clanless Dwarves. [/b]
Mavon, my actions towards you and yours right now are purely out of worry that you are doing something nasty and my ire towards you would end as soon as the godless kingdom does. If you proceed with this movement of yours, I might take it personaly and do something rash. Would you reconsider?
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 13, 2015, 04:42:03 pm
"I would like to mention that your "civil rights movements" are not desired by me. Clan dwarves and the first ones are different species. Nothing you can do can change that- oh wait."1E+3P: Stir up ciivil right movements in dwarven lands with the goal of eliminating the artificial race barrier between the Clan and Clanless Dwarves. [/b]
Mavon, my actions towards you and yours right now are purely out of eorry that you are doing something nasty and my ire towards you would end as soon as the godless kingdom does. If you proceed with this movement of yours, I might take it personaly and do something rash. Would you reconsider?
Post by: micelus on July 13, 2015, 05:44:00 pm
"I would like to mention that your "civil rights movements" are not desired by me. Clan dwarves and the first ones are different species. Nothing you can do can change that- oh wait."1E+3P: Stir up ciivil right movements in dwarven lands with the goal of eliminating the artificial race barrier between the Clan and Clanless Dwarves. [/b]
Mavon, my actions towards you and yours right now are purely out of eorry that you are doing something nasty and my ire towards you would end as soon as the godless kingdom does. If you proceed with this movement of yours, I might take it personaly and do something rash. Would you reconsider?
"Different species? I scoff at that notion entirely. The only difference between a Rilem dwarf and a Clanless is phenotype; they are identical. When I forged them from my essence, I copied the dwarven genetics completely, only making modifications to phenotype and in most cases, these are but superficial. Indeed, the only difference is their views on alcohol and I assure you that is a cultural trait rather than genetic. Now tell me how and why promoting equality between the dwarven races is a bad thing. I have already tried to reach out diplomatically to the other Dwarves and seen my embassies rebuffed as non-dwarven. Do you know how insulting that is? To me? My children? And only because of the colour of their skin and shape of their eyes?"
Shout this, this time loud enough to be heard from the entire solar system, without harming or deafening anyone:
WORSHIPERS OF MAVNON, PEOPLE OF THE NEW KINGDOM! YOU ARE ALL FOOLED BY THIS ABOMINATION YOU CALL A GOD, THIS HORRENDOUS BEAST FEEL NOTHING BUT DISDAIN TOWARDS MORTALS, IMMORTALS AND GODS, YOU ARE NOTHING BUT A TOY, A PAWN FOR THIS DEMON, YOUR DEATH, YOUR SUFFERING MEAN NOTHING TO THIS BEAST, IT EVEN ENJOY THE PAIN IT INFLICTS TO ALL OF YOU THROUGH WARFARE AND DESTRUCTION!! NEW KINGDOM! EVEN THOUGH YOU BELIEVE YOU ARE ALL FREE FROM GODS, YOU ARE A PAWN OF MAVNON'S SCHEME OF DESTRUCTION! REALIZE THIS, OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR INNOCENT VICTIMS!!
Block the sound from all High Church land with up to 2P if it's enough. Otherwise, just focus the blocking on the Aspects and the Great Tribe. Don't want that shit in my lands.
"Patronius, your concern is touching but focus on your own lands. I want my followers to hear this; its simply...delicious on how wrong Luthus is currently being."
This whole discussion was absurd. Let us look not at what is claimed, but rather at what is happening.
New kingdom (really needs a proper name) is conquering nearby lands, and enforcing a ban on worshiping any god.
Since they claim to not to be ruled by any god and do not target any one god specifically, they are left alone by most gods, since they just file them "Not my business" and focus on their own races and plots.
The activity New kingdom partakes most is war; most of their recourses are geared towards war, which allows them to conquer less warlike nations with ease.
What do we see from this? If we consider that there are more ways for a god to gain power than direct worship, the Godless kingdom is spreading conflict while banning all common worship. The only one who benefits from Godless kingdoms growth is Mavon, trading a bit of worship quality for exclusive influence. It matters not if he is pupeteering the king, the kingdom is Mavons handiwork, built with intention of pushing out other gods from the minds of mortals. It is a good plan since he is going to benefit doubly, no matter our actions. If we stay silent, he benefits from kingdoms existence. If we oppose, he benefits from ensuing conflict.
In short, this was an attempt far larger and far less concealed than Uthers to destroy what we built. I recommend the same treatment.
(Agree with it needing a new name)
"Excellent observations brother and truly it would make complete sense for me to have created the kingdom, to support it and ensure it delivers chaos unto the world. But I did not and if you were to consult that Divine Library you would find I have had nothing to do with it. Or does the Library not contain such information? If not, then perhaps I will go down as a martyr, cursed by by my brethren for a goal alien to them. Still, punish me as you will for this action I did not commit."
Shout this, this time loud enough to be heard from the entire solar system, without harming or deafening anyone:
WORSHIPERS OF MAVNON, PEOPLE OF THE NEW KINGDOM! YOU ARE ALL FOOLED BY THIS ABOMINATION YOU CALL A GOD, THIS HORRENDOUS BEAST FEEL NOTHING BUT DISDAIN TOWARDS MORTALS, IMMORTALS AND GODS, YOU ARE NOTHING BUT A TOY, A PAWN FOR THIS DEMON, YOUR DEATH, YOUR SUFFERING MEAN NOTHING TO THIS BEAST, IT EVEN ENJOY THE PAIN IT INFLICTS TO ALL OF YOU THROUGH WARFARE AND DESTRUCTION!! NEW KINGDOM! EVEN THOUGH YOU BELIEVE YOU ARE ALL FREE FROM GODS, YOU ARE A PAWN OF MAVNON'S SCHEME OF DESTRUCTION! REALIZE THIS, OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR INNOCENT VICTIMS!!
Continue the destruction of any soldier from the new kingdom not smart enough to flee. Move to the closest battlefield once this one is done and resume the destruction. Do not chase those who run away from my range. Spare those who abandon mavnon or rebel against the new kingdom's false ideal.
As Lithus, help various people from the Aag kingdom to perform menial tasks, without stopping Luthus' rampage at the battlefield. Refuse to speak about Luthus' rampage or anything he says.
Make a single reply, also being heard throughout the solar system.
"Brother Luthus is so far off the mark here that he's gone and materialised in the war itself. In the not to distant future, please learn from his mistake and know not to extrapolate without definite evidence."
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 13, 2015, 06:26:53 pm
"Patronius, your concern is touching but focus on your own lands. I want my followers to hear this; its simply...delicious on how wrong Luthus is currently being."
"This is not entirely for you. I find that his action is intrusive and annoying to my/(our) followers. Besides, if he wants to spend all his Power trying to bypass it, than by all means. Less power to use against you."
"Besides, it's a very small expenditure on my part; it's also why I specified that if it wasn't enough, to focus on the Great Tribe and the Aspects in particular."
Don't block the sound from followers of Mavnon. If they worship both of us, do not block it. If they only worship myself, block it. Let Frederick hear it though; I'm sure he'll find it entertaining.
In short, this was an attempt far larger and far less concealed than Uthers to destroy what we built. I recommend the same treatment.
"Who made you King of the Gods? Did I miss the briefing?"
"You will do this over your dead body. You have no right, without proper evidence or trial, to imprison Mavnon. You will meet my full wrath if you continue to make these claims, demands, and/or attempts."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 13, 2015, 06:43:33 pm
VILE DEMON, NEVER DARE TO CALL ME BROTHER AGAIN, I AM YOUR ANTITHESIS!
FIGHTING FOR YOUR PEOPLE IS INSANITY? MORE PROOF OF YOUR CALLOUS DISREGARD FOR ALL THAT EXISTS! PATRONIUS, YOU ARE NO BETTER THAN THIS DEMON. PRINCE OF COWARDS, YOU HIDE BEHIND THIS FOUL BEAST! SLAVES OF THE GREEDY GOD, YOUR PATRON IS A CANCER TO REALITY!
NONE OF YOU TWO SHALL EVER HELP YOUR PEOPLE. NO, YOU WOULD NEED TO CARE, TO HAVE A OUNCE OF EMPATHY FOR THAT! HOW CAN ANYONE BUT THE MOST TWISTED LEECHES THAT PLAGUE THIS WORLD WANT TO HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH YOU TWO? PEOPLE OF THE CLAN RILEM, YOUR PATRON WILL NEVER COME TO YOUR HELP, HE ADMITTED IT HIMSELF! REBEL FROM YOUR TYRANT, FOR HE WILL NEVER GIVE ANYTHING IN RETURN FOR YOUR DEVOTION! PEOPLE OF THE GREAT TRIBE, REBEL AGAINST YOUR PATRON GOD, FOR HE SHALL GIVE YOU NOTHING BUT DICTATORS!
Use all of my remaining power to empower this message, allowing it to break through any form of resistance and have an increased effect on those who hear it.
(I canceled my previous expense to do this instead.)
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 13, 2015, 06:46:42 pm
"If you wanted normal dwarves you shouldn't have changed their skin color. Perhaps you could simply modify their genetics to become normal dwarves?""I would like to mention that your "civil rights movements" are not desired by me. Clan dwarves and the first ones are different species. Nothing you can do can change that- oh wait."1E+3P: Stir up ciivil right movements in dwarven lands with the goal of eliminating the artificial race barrier between the Clan and Clanless Dwarves. [/b]
Mavon, my actions towards you and yours right now are purely out of eorry that you are doing something nasty and my ire towards you would end as soon as the godless kingdom does. If you proceed with this movement of yours, I might take it personaly and do something rash. Would you reconsider?
"Different species? I scoff at that notion entirely. The only difference between a Rilem dwarf and a Clanless is phenotype; they are identical. When I forged them from my essence, I copied the dwarven genetics completely, only making modifications to phenotype and in most cases, these are but superficial. Indeed, the only difference is their views on alcohol and I assure you that is a cultural trait rather than genetic. Now tell me how and why promoting equality between the dwarven races is a bad thing. I have already tried to reach out diplomatically to the other Dwarves and seen my embassies rebuffed as non-dwarven. Do you know how insulting that is? To me? My children? And only because of the colour of their skin and shape of their eyes?"
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 13, 2015, 06:50:04 pm
Shout at the entire solar system again, without harming or deafening anyone, and without stopping the rampage.
VILE DEMON, NEVER DARE TO CALL ME BROTHER AGAIN, I AM YOUR ANTITHESIS!
FIGHTING FOR YOUR PEOPLE IS INSANITY? MORE PROOF OF YOUR CALLOUS DISREGARD FOR ALL THAT EXISTS! PATRONIUS, YOU ARE NO BETTER THAN THIS DEMON. PRINCE OF COWARDS, YOU HIDE BEHIND THIS FOUL BEAST! SLAVES OF THE GREEDY GOD, YOUR PATRON IS A CANCER TO REALITY!
NONE OF YOU TWO SHALL EVER HELP YOUR PEOPLE. NO, YOU WOULD NEED TO CARE, TO HAVE A OUNCE OF EMPATHY FOR THAT! HOW CAN ANYONE BUT THE MOST TWISTED LEECHES THAT PLAGUE THIS WORLD WANT TO HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH YOU TWO? PEOPLE OF THE CLAN RILEM, YOUR PATRON WILL NEVER COME TO YOUR HELP, HE ADMITTED IT HIMSELF! REBEL FROM YOUR TYRANT, FOR HE WILL NEVER GIVE ANYTHING IN RETURN FOR YOUR DEVOTION! PEOPLE OF THE GREAT TRIBE, REBEL AGAINST YOUR PATRON GOD, FOR HE SHALL GIVE YOU NOTHING BUT DICTATORS!
Use all of my remaining power to empower this message, allowing it to break through any form of resistance and have an increased effect on those who hear it.
(I canceled my previous expense to do this instead.)
"I'm pretty sure you're breaking the contract here. Or do I need to remind you? I ask that you stop trying to influence my worshipers."
Post by: DreamerGhost on July 13, 2015, 06:50:09 pm
Uther. The banished god. It might be his handiwork. To gain revenge on those who cast him down. Hmm. He should have all of his powers sealed though. He might have gained help from somewhere though.
Situation still points at you, Mavon, as the most likely instigator. Leaving clan Rilem alone is unlike the behavior of the kingdom. You wanting to end whatever conflict remains between Rilem and Dwarven nations is also strange. Benefit of the doubt will keep me from nailing you to a rock and throwing the rock into the sun but I still can't trust you enough to allow you to meddle with my creations.
Had you actually listened you'd had noticed I used the word RECCOMEND. Not order to, not I'll do so, did not even make any demands or proclaim any ultimatums. It is an action that would require agreement of several gods. I did not recommend death or any more severe punishment either. It is a decision left to other deities. Hardly something that I would need were I the king of gods. Your rather violent reaction almost makes me think that you may be involved somewhat in this whole mess. Wouldn't be surprising really, considering that the only nations which are not at war with Godless kingdom are yours and Mavons.In short, this was an attempt far larger and far less concealed than Uthers to destroy what we built. I recommend the same treatment.
"Who made you King of the Gods? Did I miss the briefing?"
"You will do this over your dead body. You have no right, without proper evidence or trial, to imprison Mavnon. You will meet my full wrath if you continue to make these claims, demands, and/or attempts."
And seal would have a use whether Mavon is guilty or not. It would either cut off the tyrant from his fresh supply of war or would remove an innocent from the list of suspects.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 13, 2015, 06:54:44 pm
The Godless kingdom certainly did not start on its own. It would make no sense for such kingdom to arise, not only most Gods had been rather nice to mortals, most if not all leaders have been blessed in one way or another. You, Mavon, are the only one who benefits, with all the other gods losing, there is no way..."I sent a minion of sorts to look for Utther, but it failed. It seems clear to me that Utther, while probably not a full-fledged god right now, may in fact have some of his power back if he was able to hide from it. As a mortal, it shouldn't have been possible for him to evade it. Next tick I will use some Power to search for him."
Uther. The banished god. It might be his handiwork. To gain revenge on those who cast him down. Hmm. He should have all of his powers sealed though. He might have gained help from somewhere though.
Situation still points at you, Mavon, as the most likely instigator. Leaving clan Rilem alone is unlike the behavior of the kingdom. You wanting to end whatever conflict remains between Rilem and Dwarven nations is also strange. Benefit of the doubt will keep me from nailing you to a rock and throwing the rock into the sun but I still can't trust you enough to allow you to meddle with my creations.Had you actually listened you'd had noticed I used the word RECCOMEND. Not order to, not I'll do so, did not even make any demands or proclaim any ultimatums. It is an action that would require agreement of several gods. I did not recommend death or any more severe punishment either. It is a decision left to other deities. Hardly something that I would need were I the king of gods. Your rather violent reaction almost makes me think that you may be involved somewhat in this whole mess. Wouldn't be surprising really, considering that the only nations which are not at war with Godless kingdom are yours and Mavons.In short, this was an attempt far larger and far less concealed than Uthers to destroy what we built. I recommend the same treatment.
"Who made you King of the Gods? Did I miss the briefing?"
"You will do this over your dead body. You have no right, without proper evidence or trial, to imprison Mavnon. You will meet my full wrath if you continue to make these claims, demands, and/or attempts."
And seal would have a use whether Mavon is guilty or not. It would either cut off the tyrant from his fresh supply of war or would remove an innocent from the list of suspects.
Post by: micelus on July 13, 2015, 07:00:36 pm
"If you wanted normal dwarves you shouldn't have changed their skin color. Perhaps you could simply modify their genetics to become normal dwarves?""I would like to mention that your "civil rights movements" are not desired by me. Clan dwarves and the first ones are different species. Nothing you can do can change that- oh wait."1E+3P: Stir up ciivil right movements in dwarven lands with the goal of eliminating the artificial race barrier between the Clan and Clanless Dwarves. [/b]
Mavon, my actions towards you and yours right now are purely out of eorry that you are doing something nasty and my ire towards you would end as soon as the godless kingdom does. If you proceed with this movement of yours, I might take it personaly and do something rash. Would you reconsider?
"Different species? I scoff at that notion entirely. The only difference between a Rilem dwarf and a Clanless is phenotype; they are identical. When I forged them from my essence, I copied the dwarven genetics completely, only making modifications to phenotype and in most cases, these are but superficial. Indeed, the only difference is their views on alcohol and I assure you that is a cultural trait rather than genetic. Now tell me how and why promoting equality between the dwarven races is a bad thing. I have already tried to reach out diplomatically to the other Dwarves and seen my embassies rebuffed as non-dwarven. Do you know how insulting that is? To me? My children? And only because of the colour of their skin and shape of their eyes?"
"That is like saying a human of light complexion is not human, brother."
The Godless kingdom certainly did not start on its own. It would make no sense for such kingdom to arise, not only most Gods had been rather nice to mortals, most if not all leaders have been blessed in one way or another. You, Mavon, are the only one who benefits, with all the other gods losing, there is no way...
Uther. The banished god. It might be his handiwork. To gain revenge on those who cast him down. Hmm. He should have all of his powers sealed though. He might have gained help from somewhere though.
Situation still points at you, Mavon, as the most likely instigator. Leaving clan Rilem alone is unlike the behavior of the kingdom. You wanting to end whatever conflict remains between Rilem and Dwarven nations is also strange. Benefit of the doubt will keep me from nailing you to a rock and throwing the rock into the sun but I still can't trust you enough to allow you to meddle with my creations.Had you actually listened you'd had noticed I used the word RECCOMEND. Not order to, not I'll do so, did not even make any demands or proclaim any ultimatums. It is an action that would require agreement of several gods. I did not recommend death or any more severe punishment either. It is a decision left to other deities. Hardly something that I would need were I the king of gods. Your rather violent reaction almost makes me think that you may be involved somewhat in this whole mess. Wouldn't be surprising really, considering that the only nations which are not at war with Godless kingdom are yours and Mavons.In short, this was an attempt far larger and far less concealed than Uthers to destroy what we built. I recommend the same treatment.
"Who made you King of the Gods? Did I miss the briefing?"
"You will do this over your dead body. You have no right, without proper evidence or trial, to imprison Mavnon. You will meet my full wrath if you continue to make these claims, demands, and/or attempts."
And seal would have a use whether Mavon is guilty or not. It would either cut off the tyrant from his fresh supply of war or would remove an innocent from the list of suspects.
"Go ahead and seal me for a mortal age. You shall find quite quickly that the New Kingdom will not be weakened at all from my sabbatical. But once again, can you not look into the Library for knowledge?"
Shout at the entire solar system again, without harming or deafening anyone, and without stopping the rampage.Once, again replying. "Oh? I do not recall stating that I would not help the Clan; they have proven themselves strong of heart and mind. . My dwarves of Rilem, you may leave my worship if you wish for that is your choice but know that I shall always support those who folloe my command."
VILE DEMON, NEVER DARE TO CALL ME BROTHER AGAIN, I AM YOUR ANTITHESIS!
FIGHTING FOR YOUR PEOPLE IS INSANITY? MORE PROOF OF YOUR CALLOUS DISREGARD FOR ALL THAT EXISTS! PATRONIUS, YOU ARE NO BETTER THAN THIS DEMON. PRINCE OF COWARDS, YOU HIDE BEHIND THIS FOUL BEAST! SLAVES OF THE GREEDY GOD, YOUR PATRON IS A CANCER TO REALITY!
NONE OF YOU TWO SHALL EVER HELP YOUR PEOPLE. NO, YOU WOULD NEED TO CARE, TO HAVE A OUNCE OF EMPATHY FOR THAT! HOW CAN ANYONE BUT THE MOST TWISTED LEECHES THAT PLAGUE THIS WORLD WANT TO HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH YOU TWO? PEOPLE OF THE CLAN RILEM, YOUR PATRON WILL NEVER COME TO YOUR HELP, HE ADMITTED IT HIMSELF! REBEL FROM YOUR TYRANT, FOR HE WILL NEVER GIVE ANYTHING IN RETURN FOR YOUR DEVOTION! PEOPLE OF THE GREAT TRIBE, REBEL AGAINST YOUR PATRON GOD, FOR HE SHALL GIVE YOU NOTHING BUT DICTATORS!
Use all of my remaining power to empower this message, allowing it to break through any form of resistance and have an increased effect on those who hear it.
(I canceled my previous expense to do this instead.)
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 13, 2015, 07:10:07 pm
"Suppose all humans had dark complexion when they were created. A few thousand years later, some god creates a new group of light colored humans. How would the dark humans react to the light humans?""If you wanted normal dwarves you shouldn't have changed their skin color. Perhaps you could simply modify their genetics to become normal dwarves?""I would like to mention that your "civil rights movements" are not desired by me. Clan dwarves and the first ones are different species. Nothing you can do can change that- oh wait."1E+3P: Stir up ciivil right movements in dwarven lands with the goal of eliminating the artificial race barrier between the Clan and Clanless Dwarves. [/b]
Mavon, my actions towards you and yours right now are purely out of eorry that you are doing something nasty and my ire towards you would end as soon as the godless kingdom does. If you proceed with this movement of yours, I might take it personaly and do something rash. Would you reconsider?
"Different species? I scoff at that notion entirely. The only difference between a Rilem dwarf and a Clanless is phenotype; they are identical. When I forged them from my essence, I copied the dwarven genetics completely, only making modifications to phenotype and in most cases, these are but superficial. Indeed, the only difference is their views on alcohol and I assure you that is a cultural trait rather than genetic. Now tell me how and why promoting equality between the dwarven races is a bad thing. I have already tried to reach out diplomatically to the other Dwarves and seen my embassies rebuffed as non-dwarven. Do you know how insulting that is? To me? My children? And only because of the colour of their skin and shape of their eyes?"
"That is like saying a human of light complexion is not human, brother."
Post by: micelus on July 13, 2015, 07:18:29 pm
Speak to the Obelisk watcher and ask if he's enjoying the show.
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 13, 2015, 07:25:28 pm
"Species...meaningless to intelligent creatures...it is culture...ideals, values...these are the things that matter to any race that wishes to call itself civilized... appearances may be overlooked...or become accustomed to... but culture is what divides... or unites... do not pretend to desire this merely out of the goodness of your heart, Mavnon...I will not blame you for it, but come now...it is clear that culture is the very reason you desire this unification... you wish to spread your ideals and influence to dwarves not of Clan Rilem..."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 13, 2015, 07:34:02 pm
Lies. All lies. Nothing but lies. Do you seriously believe anyone here is fooled by them?
I have no control over my twin. Even if I had any, it would be extremely unlikely for me to do anything to stop him.
Wasting lives is the vilest act that may ever exist. Souls have no impact on reality, they do not deserve any special privilege over mortals, mavnon. You say that you care for them only as a damage control measure, to give the impression that you care for something. Your choice on them was obvious, as saying that you believe they are important gives you no responsibility, and they can do nothing to interfere with your plans.
I came here because I could not resist the urge to stop your shower of lies, my twin is not in a state to do so.
Patronius, your involvement in this is so painfully obvious, why do you even bother to play mavon's act? As I said, Luthus is beyond any control. He is a hurricane, one unleashed by mavnon, you simply pay the price of helping this demon unleash it.
Utther, if he is involved in this in any way, is most certainly able to do so with the help of these two rats. They are of the same kind, a disease to all that was created, without their help of course. They are leeches on this reality, the sooner everyone realize this, the sooner we will be able to make the universe a better place. They are no different than the beasts that are driven out to allow civilizations to prosper, their elimination is merely a step of progress. A step that begins by abandoning them.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 13, 2015, 07:37:22 pm
Post by: micelus on July 13, 2015, 07:40:36 pm
Laughing.
"Species...meaningless to intelligent creatures...it is culture...ideals, values...these are the things that matter to any race that wishes to call itself civilized... appearances may be overlooked...or become accustomed to... but culture is what divides... or unites... do not pretend to desire this merely out of the goodness of your heart, Mavnon...I will not blame you for it, but come now...it is clear that culture is the very reason you desire this unification... you wish to spread your ideals and influence to dwarves not of Clan Rilem..."
Mavnon sighed. "I do not expect you to believe the Liar when she tells the Truth, but my goal is not that. True, I have sent missionaries to the Dwarven Lands. True, I would desire more to follow my philosophy. But you must understand that this conflict of mere color disgusts me. It is...pointless. I do not expect a deity who focuses on plant life to understand why exactly I would do this, but think of all the greatness that could be achieved if only the dwarves had no barriers of colour..."
"...And when have I ever stated that culture was not important? When have I sought to subvert the dwarven culture, their way of life? No, I simply want relations between the dwarven groups to be that of camaraderie rather than the hostility as they are now. That is my goal with the dwarves, and currently my only goal with them."
Lithus appears where the gods are debating. Glowing, blood red eyes, his labcoat missing and is with a neutral expression that is barely hiding a torrent of hatred. Luthus is still slaughtering his opponents on the battlefield. Lithus' message is clam, yet denote an obvious underlying rage, and is heard by the entire solar system.
Lies. All lies. Nothing but lies. Do you seriously believe anyone here is fooled by them?
I have no control over my twin. Even if I had any, it would be extremely unlikely for me to do anything to stop him.
Wasting lives is the vilest act that may ever exist. Souls have no impact on reality, they do not deserve any special privilege over mortals, mavnon. You say that you care for them only as a damage control measure, to give the impression that you care for something. Your choice on them was obvious, as saying that you believe they are important gives you no responsibility, and they can do nothing to interfere with your plans.
I came here because I could not resist the urge to stop your shower of lies, my twin is not in a state to do so.
Patronius, your involvement in this is so painfully obvious, why do you even bother to play mavon's act? As I said, Luthus is beyond any control. He is a hurricane, one unleashed by mavnon, you simply pay the price of helping this demon unleash it.
Utther, if he is involved in this in any way, is most certainly able to do so with the help of these two rats. They are of the same kind, a disease to all that was created, without their help of course. They are leeches on this reality, the sooner everyone realize this, the sooner we will be able to make the universe a better place. They are no different than the beasts that are driven out to allow civilizations to prosper, their elimination is merely a step of progress. A step that begins by abandoning them.
"And that is the defining difference between us brother. You believe the body to be all important and the soul pointless. I believe the opposite. Perhaps that is why you have so much hate in you whereas I remain calm. And Lithus...do not even call me your antithesis. The only one to be honoured with that title is Uztot."
"My "involvement"? My "helping this demon?" I haven't aided Mavnon in any of his private affairs; what he does on his own time is his own concern. I also have no hand in any of this; I simply will not allow a God in the High Church to be "locked" in mortal form by a handful of angry deities. Now you will bite your tongue and apologize unless you wish to make an enemy of me."
"Patronius...enough. Let our brethren do as they wish; they know not what they do."
Post by: DreamerGhost on July 13, 2015, 07:47:25 pm
Post by: Vgray on July 13, 2015, 07:54:47 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 13, 2015, 08:00:44 pm
Make you an enemy? we have always been enemies. Our existence is mutually exclusive, we are polar opposites. This "peace" between the two of us is merely a pause for what will inevitably come another day. You see life as being only an occasion to amass everything, to gain power at the expense of others, hence why you naturally befriended mavnon. You are both the same. The truth is different, there is no better use for life than to help others, to make the universe a better place. Since you and your ally will never understand this, you will never be of any use to anyone.
...It seems that whatever process is behind our creation is flawed. It needs to expel garbage, wastes from the creation of regular gods. These trashes come to a life of their own, claim to be gods and attempt to usurp their creation, as they lack the ability to create anything on their own. An interesting theory, I will make sure to discuss it with my scholars.
Mavnon, you show no emotions because you are unable to have any. Of course you believe the body to be pointless, this is the only way you could ever justify your crimes. But this is fine, not everyone is born normal, have you ever considered seeking the help of one of my psychologists? They can do wonders, I assure you.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 13, 2015, 08:12:52 pm
Post by: micelus on July 13, 2015, 08:17:28 pm
There are no real hostilities between Rilem and Dwarven clans. What is thought of them differentiates from dwarf to dwarf, and while there are some who hate them there are also some who think of them as comrades. They are exactly that - another clan. Rivals in peacetimes, potential allies in wartime. Yes there is cultural division, but I'd be willing o wager that greater part of the division hinges on how extremely abstinential Rilem are when it comes to alcohol.
"Some. That is the problem here. When I sent embassies some dwarves welcomed them while others spat at them as non-Dwarves. To end that is what I wish to do."
[chuckles]
Make you an enemy? we have always been enemies. Our existence is mutually exclusive, we are polar opposites. This "peace" between the two of us is merely a pause for what will inevitably come another day. You see life as being only an occasion to amass everything, to gain power at the expense of others, hence why you naturally befriended mavnon. You are both the same. The truth is different, there is no better use for life than to help others, to make the universe a better place. Since you and your ally will never understand this, you will never be of any use to anyone.
...It seems that whatever process is behind our creation is flawed. It needs to expel garbage, wastes from the creation of regular gods. These trashes come to a life of their own, claim to be gods and attempt to usurp their creation, as they lack the ability to create anything on their own. An interesting theory, I will make sure to discuss it with my scholars.
Mavnon, you show no emotions because you are unable to have any. Of course you believe the body to be pointless, this is the only way you could ever justify your crimes. But this is fine, not everyone is born normal, have you ever considered seeking the help of one of my psychologists? They can do wonders, I assure you.
"...Do your fellow Pantheon members support your insanity?"
Post by: DreamerGhost on July 13, 2015, 08:23:33 pm
Post by: micelus on July 13, 2015, 08:26:36 pm
Post by: Vgray on July 13, 2015, 08:30:44 pm
Uztot shakes his head, looking sad and slightly ill. He vanishes from the company of gods and decends to the mortal realm, seeking the company of a group of mortal children.
"Now tell me children, who is your favorite god?"
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 13, 2015, 08:46:33 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 13, 2015, 09:03:58 pm
Disappear from the assembly. Inform the great council that immigration to the nation is to be outlawed, and that New kingdom lands bordering the desert are to be burned to the ground whenever they are conquered during the war, rendering the area unsuitable for life. Work is to be made to make the entire nation self-sustainable if it is not already and trade with outside nations is to be progressively diminished until it is nonexistent.
End Luthus' rampage at the end of the tick.
Edit:
The cultural exchange with the clan rilem is to be ceased immediately. Any participant from the rilem clan found holding technological secrets or any piece of classified information is to be detained indefinitely and accused of spying and treason.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 13, 2015, 09:16:24 pm
"Then we must continue to be opposed on this matter. I can understand your fears, but I cannot relent. At least you retain your calm when discussing such things and I do hope we can collaborate in other matters.""Calm will remain unless you directly attack another god. Or do something very stupid."
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 13, 2015, 09:24:58 pm
"I spoke of culture...partially because you mentioned...the rebuffs said that it was not dwarven...to me, this appears cultural...rather than a matter of species...Clan Rilem is not traditionally dwarven...and it is for that reason they are hostile...because their cultures are so different...color may factor into it...but it is not the whole of the matter."Laughing.
"Species...meaningless to intelligent creatures...it is culture...ideals, values...these are the things that matter to any race that wishes to call itself civilized... appearances may be overlooked...or become accustomed to... but culture is what divides... or unites... do not pretend to desire this merely out of the goodness of your heart, Mavnon...I will not blame you for it, but come now...it is clear that culture is the very reason you desire this unification... you wish to spread your ideals and influence to dwarves not of Clan Rilem..."
Mavnon sighed. "I do not expect you to believe the Liar when she tells the Truth, but my goal is not that. True, I have sent missionaries to the Dwarven Lands. True, I would desire more to follow my philosophy. But you must understand that this conflict of mere color disgusts me. It is...pointless. I do not expect a deity who focuses on plant life to understand why exactly I would do this, but think of all the greatness that could be achieved if only the dwarves had no barriers of colour..."
"...And when have I ever stated that culture was not important? When have I sought to subvert the dwarven culture, their way of life? No, I simply want relations between the dwarven groups to be that of camaraderie rather than the hostility as they are now. That is my goal with the dwarves, and currently my only goal with them."
Post by: micelus on July 13, 2015, 09:31:12 pm
Post by: gman8181 on July 13, 2015, 11:47:13 pm
Huh is there a war going on or something?
Verruckt scratches his head and lets out a long yawn.
Feel like I might be spending too much time in my basement... dungeon... thing...
Anyway, don't forget to hire adventurers for your conflicts! It would be a great way for me to get some more data on the effectiveness of evolution orbs.
Post by: DreamerGhost on July 14, 2015, 01:35:46 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 14, 2015, 03:35:57 pm
Post by: Stirk on July 14, 2015, 04:44:09 pm
*IMPORTANT RULE UPDATE*
Due to the chaos of trying to perform something like a battle, and wanting to allow people to react to the flow of it, I have solidified the Battle Rules! All tick activities will stop during a battle, with battle updates replacing them. This only counts for large scale battles, of course. The battle, in turn, will be broken up into different "Turns", acting much like traditional ticks do. All battles will be marked in the tick update with a .4 (for war), with the round of the battle as a second digit. Example: Turn 1 will be 16.41, Turn 2 will be 16.42 etc. Turns will be calculated as soon as everyone who is participating in the battle makes an action.
I you are participating in a battle, please put something to the effect of "BATTLE", "[Battle]", "#battle" before your post regarding actions in the battle. Normal tick moves will happen on the normal tick, after the battle has taken place, unless there is a reason they should logically happen first. If you are participating in the Aag/New Kingdom war, please resend any Turn 1 actions with the word Battle in front of them. I will, naturally, be around to answer any questions about this system.
Post by: Andres on July 14, 2015, 04:57:45 pm
Reside in my afterlife when not doing actions that require me to leave it. Set it to harm unwelcome intruders. (That means continue allowing mortal souls in.)
((Am I doing it right?))
Post by: Stirk on July 14, 2015, 05:06:05 pm
[Battle]
Reside in my afterlife when not doing actions that require me to leave it. Set it to harm unwelcome intruders. (That means continue allowing mortal souls in.)
((Am I doing it right?))
Yes, but it is *really* only people who are actually fighting that need to post actions. If you are a non-combatant, there is no reason to post Battle actions.
Post by: ~Neri on July 14, 2015, 05:09:09 pm
Keep the nomads out of the warring areas via directly providing information. They are to aid refugees encountered provided they are unarmed and either repentant soldiers or legitimate peasants/civilians. Wolflife is to avoid soldiers of both sides, vacating entire regions until combat ceases. Should either side make a dedicated hunting effort, the wildlife will swarm and consume the specific soldiers attempting such. Overhunting is a direct result of large masses of soldiers. Wildlife will coordinate to discourage these practices. In the New Kingdom specifically, the Wolflife of the land will turn against the armies. Mounts will eat riders, Attack beasts will consume their owners. Sentries will be ripped to shreds by Wolflife, camps will be invaded by wolfbears and similar megafauna, food supplies will be targeted and consumed by rodents. Messengers will be swarmed and intercepted. Travel between towns and cities will become considerably more dangerous for anyone carrying a weapon. Peaceful travelers will be permitted unhindered transit.
Nilva speaks to the minds of all citizens of the New Kingdom.
"Warfare is not permitted. Cease hostile actions. The land will turn against you."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 14, 2015, 06:09:27 pm
As Luthus, take the appearance of a black granite titan, a being five time the size of a Saag, with a face similar to Luthus' helmet, along with it's horns. Appear in this form in the largest battlefield between Aag and new kingdom. Summon a massive stone club, crush the enemy troops with it, leave no survivor. Scream this, loud enough to be heard from anywhere within range to see the titan, without harming or deafening anyone:
I SHALL NO LONGER LET MY PEOPLE BE SLAUGHTERED BY YOU PATHETIC, BLOODTHIRSTY PSYCHOPATH! NONE OF THOSE WHO WANT TO SPREAD SUFFERING AND DESTRUCTION FOR THEIR OWN SAKE SHALL BE SPARED! SUPPORTERS OF MAVNON, KNOW THAT YOUR PATRON IS ONLY CAPABLE OF FEELING DISDAIN TOWARDS YOU. REPENT OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR VICTIMS!
Shout this, this time loud enough to be heard from the entire solar system, without harming or deafening anyone:
WORSHIPERS OF MAVNON, PEOPLE OF THE NEW KINGDOM! YOU ARE ALL FOOLED BY THIS ABOMINATION YOU CALL A GOD, THIS HORRENDOUS BEAST FEEL NOTHING BUT DISDAIN TOWARDS MORTALS, IMMORTALS AND GODS, YOU ARE NOTHING BUT A TOY, A PAWN FOR THIS DEMON, YOUR DEATH, YOUR SUFFERING MEAN NOTHING TO THIS BEAST, IT EVEN ENJOY THE PAIN IT INFLICTS TO ALL OF YOU THROUGH WARFARE AND DESTRUCTION!! NEW KINGDOM! EVEN THOUGH YOU BELIEVE YOU ARE ALL FREE FROM GODS, YOU ARE A PAWN OF MAVNON'S SCHEME OF DESTRUCTION! REALIZE THIS, OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR INNOCENT VICTIMS!!
Continue the destruction of any soldier from the new kingdom not smart enough to flee. Move to the closest battlefield once this one is done and resume the destruction. Do not chase those who run away from my range. Spare those who abandon mavnon or rebel against the new kingdom's false ideal.
As Lithus, help various people from the Aag kingdom to perform menial tasks, without stopping Luthus' rampage at the battlefield. Refuse to speak about Luthus' rampage or anything he says.
Shout at the entire solar system again, without harming or deafening anyone, and without stopping the rampage.
VILE DEMON, NEVER DARE TO CALL ME BROTHER AGAIN, I AM YOUR ANTITHESIS!
FIGHTING FOR YOUR PEOPLE IS INSANITY? MORE PROOF OF YOUR CALLOUS DISREGARD FOR ALL THAT EXISTS! PATRONIUS, YOU ARE NO BETTER THAN THIS DEMON. PRINCE OF COWARDS, YOU HIDE BEHIND THIS FOUL BEAST! SLAVES OF THE GREEDY GOD, YOUR PATRON IS A CANCER TO REALITY!
NONE OF YOU TWO SHALL EVER HELP YOUR PEOPLE. NO, YOU WOULD NEED TO CARE, TO HAVE A OUNCE OF EMPATHY FOR THAT! HOW CAN ANYONE BUT THE MOST TWISTED LEECHES THAT PLAGUE THIS WORLD WANT TO HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH YOU TWO? PEOPLE OF THE CLAN RILEM, YOUR PATRON WILL NEVER COME TO YOUR HELP, HE ADMITTED IT HIMSELF! REBEL FROM YOUR TYRANT, FOR HE WILL NEVER GIVE ANYTHING IN RETURN FOR YOUR DEVOTION! PEOPLE OF THE GREAT TRIBE, REBEL AGAINST YOUR PATRON GOD, FOR HE SHALL GIVE YOU NOTHING BUT DICTATORS!
Use all of my remaining power to empower this message, allowing it to break through any form of resistance and have an increased effect on those who hear it.
Lithus appears where the gods are debating. Glowing, blood red eyes, his labcoat missing and is with a neutral expression that is barely hiding a torrent of hatred. Luthus is still slaughtering his opponents on the battlefield. Lithus' message is clam, yet denote an obvious underlying rage, and is heard by the entire solar system.
Lies. All lies. Nothing but lies. Do you seriously believe anyone here is fooled by them?
I have no control over my twin. Even if I had any, it would be extremely unlikely for me to do anything to stop him.
Wasting lives is the vilest act that may ever exist. Souls have no impact on reality, they do not deserve any special privilege over mortals, mavnon. You say that you care for them only as a damage control measure, to give the impression that you care for something. Your choice on them was obvious, as saying that you believe they are important gives you no responsibility, and they can do nothing to interfere with your plans.
I came here because I could not resist the urge to stop your shower of lies, my twin is not in a state to do so.
Patronius, your involvement in this is so painfully obvious, why do you even bother to play mavon's act? As I said, Luthus is beyond any control. He is a hurricane, one unleashed by mavnon, you simply pay the price of helping this demon unleash it.
Utther, if he is involved in this in any way, is most certainly able to do so with the help of these two rats. They are of the same kind, a disease to all that was created, without their help of course. They are leeches on this reality, the sooner everyone realize this, the sooner we will be able to make the universe a better place. They are no different than the beasts that are driven out to allow civilizations to prosper, their elimination is merely a step of progress. A step that begins by abandoning them.
Disappear from the assembly. Inform the great council that immigration to the nation is to be outlawed, and that New kingdom lands bordering the desert are to be burned to the ground whenever they are conquered during the war, rendering the area unsuitable for life. Work is to be made to make the entire nation self-sustainable if it is not already and trade with outside nations is to be progressively diminished until it is nonexistent.
The cultural exchange with the clan rilem is to be ceased immediately. Any participant from the rilem clan found holding technological secrets or any piece of classified information is to be detained indefinitely and accused of spying and treason.
((Am I doing this right? Probably not.))
Post by: Happy Demon on July 14, 2015, 06:14:43 pm
[Skolld, God of Binding and Bone]
Wolf Form
So there's a war going on.
((It's kinda hard not to notice the shouting titan.))
Skolld goes off to the battle area.
"It seems the other gods have gone mad in my absence."
Use the hitherto unused power to bind the granite titan in place.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 14, 2015, 06:19:49 pm
Post by: Vgray on July 14, 2015, 06:29:22 pm
Uztot takes the form of a Kaag covered in red war paint. Or possibly blood. His staff turns into a spear.
"Come children. The forces of Conflict are no match for our strength, our purpose."
Uztot uses all his Power to bless the Aag soldiers with solidarity.
Post by: Stirk on July 14, 2015, 06:40:33 pm
((Am I supposed to wait for the next battle tick to respond to skolld's action?))
Go ahead and respond, since he is responding to your action. Only fair.
Post by: micelus on July 14, 2015, 06:45:26 pm
Watch the battle with my Immortals and Rilem/Orc scholars.
Make a single reply, also being heard throughout the solar system.
[BATTLE!]
As Luthus, take the appearance of a black granite titan, a being five time the size of a Saag, with a face similar to Luthus' helmet, along with it's horns. Appear in this form in the largest battlefield between Aag and new kingdom. Summon a massive stone club, crush the enemy troops with it, leave no survivor. Scream this, loud enough to be heard from anywhere within range to see the titan, without harming or deafening anyone:
I SHALL NO LONGER LET MY PEOPLE BE SLAUGHTERED BY YOU PATHETIC, BLOODTHIRSTY PSYCHOPATH! NONE OF THOSE WHO WANT TO SPREAD SUFFERING AND DESTRUCTION FOR THEIR OWN SAKE SHALL BE SPARED! SUPPORTERS OF MAVNON, KNOW THAT YOUR PATRON IS ONLY CAPABLE OF FEELING DISDAIN TOWARDS YOU. REPENT OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR VICTIMS!
Shout this, this time loud enough to be heard from the entire solar system, without harming or deafening anyone:
WORSHIPERS OF MAVNON, PEOPLE OF THE NEW KINGDOM! YOU ARE ALL FOOLED BY THIS ABOMINATION YOU CALL A GOD, THIS HORRENDOUS BEAST FEEL NOTHING BUT DISDAIN TOWARDS MORTALS, IMMORTALS AND GODS, YOU ARE NOTHING BUT A TOY, A PAWN FOR THIS DEMON, YOUR DEATH, YOUR SUFFERING MEAN NOTHING TO THIS BEAST, IT EVEN ENJOY THE PAIN IT INFLICTS TO ALL OF YOU THROUGH WARFARE AND DESTRUCTION!! NEW KINGDOM! EVEN THOUGH YOU BELIEVE YOU ARE ALL FREE FROM GODS, YOU ARE A PAWN OF MAVNON'S SCHEME OF DESTRUCTION! REALIZE THIS, OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR INNOCENT VICTIMS!!
Continue the destruction of any soldier from the new kingdom not smart enough to flee. Move to the closest battlefield once this one is done and resume the destruction. Do not chase those who run away from my range. Spare those who abandon mavnon or rebel against the new kingdom's false ideal.
As Lithus, help various people from the Aag kingdom to perform menial tasks, without stopping Luthus' rampage at the battlefield. Refuse to speak about Luthus' rampage or anything he says.
Shout at the entire solar system again, without harming or deafening anyone, and without stopping the rampage.
VILE DEMON, NEVER DARE TO CALL ME BROTHER AGAIN, I AM YOUR ANTITHESIS!
FIGHTING FOR YOUR PEOPLE IS INSANITY? MORE PROOF OF YOUR CALLOUS DISREGARD FOR ALL THAT EXISTS! PATRONIUS, YOU ARE NO BETTER THAN THIS DEMON. PRINCE OF COWARDS, YOU HIDE BEHIND THIS FOUL BEAST! SLAVES OF THE GREEDY GOD, YOUR PATRON IS A CANCER TO REALITY!
NONE OF YOU TWO SHALL EVER HELP YOUR PEOPLE. NO, YOU WOULD NEED TO CARE, TO HAVE A OUNCE OF EMPATHY FOR THAT! HOW CAN ANYONE BUT THE MOST TWISTED LEECHES THAT PLAGUE THIS WORLD WANT TO HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH YOU TWO? PEOPLE OF THE CLAN RILEM, YOUR PATRON WILL NEVER COME TO YOUR HELP, HE ADMITTED IT HIMSELF! REBEL FROM YOUR TYRANT, FOR HE WILL NEVER GIVE ANYTHING IN RETURN FOR YOUR DEVOTION! PEOPLE OF THE GREAT TRIBE, REBEL AGAINST YOUR PATRON GOD, FOR HE SHALL GIVE YOU NOTHING BUT DICTATORS!
Use all of my remaining power to empower this message, allowing it to break through any form of resistance and have an increased effect on those who hear it.
Lithus appears where the gods are debating. Glowing, blood red eyes, his labcoat missing and is with a neutral expression that is barely hiding a torrent of hatred. Luthus is still slaughtering his opponents on the battlefield. Lithus' message is clam, yet denote an obvious underlying rage, and is heard by the entire solar system.
Lies. All lies. Nothing but lies. Do you seriously believe anyone here is fooled by them?
I have no control over my twin. Even if I had any, it would be extremely unlikely for me to do anything to stop him.
Wasting lives is the vilest act that may ever exist. Souls have no impact on reality, they do not deserve any special privilege over mortals, mavnon. You say that you care for them only as a damage control measure, to give the impression that you care for something. Your choice on them was obvious, as saying that you believe they are important gives you no responsibility, and they can do nothing to interfere with your plans.
I came here because I could not resist the urge to stop your shower of lies, my twin is not in a state to do so.
Patronius, your involvement in this is so painfully obvious, why do you even bother to play mavon's act? As I said, Luthus is beyond any control. He is a hurricane, one unleashed by mavnon, you simply pay the price of helping this demon unleash it.
Utther, if he is involved in this in any way, is most certainly able to do so with the help of these two rats. They are of the same kind, a disease to all that was created, without their help of course. They are leeches on this reality, the sooner everyone realize this, the sooner we will be able to make the universe a better place. They are no different than the beasts that are driven out to allow civilizations to prosper, their elimination is merely a step of progress. A step that begins by abandoning them.
Disappear from the assembly. Inform the great council that immigration to the nation is to be outlawed, and that New kingdom lands bordering the desert are to be burned to the ground whenever they are conquered during the war, rendering the area unsuitable for life. Work is to be made to make the entire nation self-sustainable if it is not already and trade with outside nations is to be progressively diminished until it is nonexistent.
The cultural exchange with the clan rilem is to be ceased immediately. Any participant from the rilem clan found holding technological secrets or any piece of classified information is to be detained indefinitely and accused of spying and treason.
((Am I doing this right? Probably not.))
"Brother Luthus is so far off the mark here that he's gone and materialised in the war itself. In the not to distant future, please learn from his mistake and know not to extrapolate without definite evidence."
Once, again replying. "Oh? I do not recall stating that I would not help the Clan; they have proven themselves strong of heart and mind. . My dwarves of Rilem, you may leave my worship if you wish for that is your choice but know that I shall always support those who folloe my command."
[Battle]
[Skolld, God of Binding and Bone]
Wolf Form
So there's a war going on.
((It's kinda hard not to notice the shouting titan.))
Skolld goes off to the battle area.
"It seems the other gods have gone mad in my absence."
Use the hitherto unused power to bind the granite titan in place.
"Skollid, you are aware that creature is attempting to defend the Aag homeland, yes?"
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 14, 2015, 06:48:53 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 14, 2015, 06:51:29 pm
Shout this at skolld:
STAY OUT OF THIS, GOD OF BONES! YOU HAVE NO RIGHT TO STOP ME FROM PROTECTING MY OWN!
YOUR IGNORANCE OF THE SITUATION IS NOTHING BUT EMBARRASSING! LEAVE BEFORE YOU END UP LABELED AS A MINION OF MAVNON THE BLOODTHIRSTY!
Struggle against the binding, use no additional power/essence/crux for this.
Post by: micelus on July 14, 2015, 06:56:02 pm
Temujin is to be given power via a Pact; for each individual he bites, he shall grow in strength and agility.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 14, 2015, 06:57:43 pm
Materialize next to Mavnon; observe the battle. If any Aspects participate in the battle and are in danger, spend up to 2P to shield them and 1P (if it looks like they'll die) to teleport them away.
Post by: Andres on July 14, 2015, 07:03:12 pm
Post by: Happy Demon on July 14, 2015, 07:11:00 pm
[Skolld, God of Binding and Bone]
Wolf Form
"I care not what justification you can dig up. You're using your divine powers to strike down mortals. If binding you makes you label me an enemy, so be it, I don't care."
Reinforce the binds with bone, to ensure they do not get broken.
Post by: Vgray on July 14, 2015, 07:18:56 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 14, 2015, 07:20:33 pm
"Patronius, do you still not allow me to attack those who you actively shield? Know that I am willing to heal or resurrect them if my attack is a success."
"Oh, you're fine. I mean, it is a battle after all. But ya, I would prefer none of my aspects being killed permanently; thanks for asking."
Post by: Happy Demon on July 14, 2015, 07:22:02 pm
[Skolld, God of Binding and Bone]
Wolf Form
"No."
Bind the armor of the New Kingdom troops, immobilizing them.
"If you want to fix the problem, then fix it. Don't go stomping through people and causing relentless environmental damage."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 14, 2015, 07:24:32 pm
PATHETIC IGNORANT! YOU KNOW NOTHING OF THIS CONFLICT! IF IT COULD BE ENDED BY PEACEFUL MEANS IT WOULD'VE BEEN DONE EONS AGO! YOUR IGNORANCE OF THE SITUATION IS ONLY EMBARRASSING YOU, REMOVE YOURSELF FROM THIS CONFLICT YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND!
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 14, 2015, 07:26:09 pm
Post by: Andres on July 14, 2015, 07:28:06 pm
"I hope you will not consider this an act of aggression towards you, as I'd prefer to remain at peace with you. Nor will I join this battle against Mavnon as this came as a surprise to me and I had no time to prepare.""Patronius, do you still not allow me to attack those who you actively shield? Know that I am willing to heal or resurrect them if my attack is a success."
"Oh, you're fine. I mean, it is a battle after all. But ya, I would prefer none of my aspects being killed permanently; thanks for asking."
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 14, 2015, 07:30:12 pm
"I hope you will not consider this an act of aggression towards you, as I'd prefer to remain at peace with you. Nor will I join this battle against Mavnon as this came as a surprise to me and I had no time to prepare."
I fire a 100% amulet (http://www.bay12forums.com/smf/index.php?topic=151076.msg6320200#msg6320200) Soul blast at one of Patronius' shielded Aspects.
"Uhhh, not that it's that big of a deal, but a few things to note: 1. I'm not actually sure any of the Aspects are taking part in the battle, and 2. I'm not shielding any of them until it appears that they're in danger. Firing at them outside the battle would certainly be hostile..."
Post by: Andres on July 14, 2015, 07:32:21 pm
Post by: Happy Demon on July 14, 2015, 07:33:24 pm
[Skolld, God of Binding and Bone]
Wolf Form
"Why I haven't stopped it? Because I didn't hear of it until you started screaming bloody murder. So I'll do just that, I'll stop this war."
Leave to go for the king.
"Just watch me do what you couldn't."
Post by: Vgray on July 14, 2015, 07:38:44 pm
"You're a sorry lot, that's for sure. Perhaps my old self had the right idea...but of course you don't know. You knew me as Azem. Properly, I am the god of blood. Don't expect me to be as polite as my twin."
Post by: Ama on July 14, 2015, 07:41:04 pm
Laxual would like to manifest within the New Kingdom army`s camp. She however would like to stay hidden from the mortals for now.
"Jikodohnx my child, rally every dark and shadowy creature that you can find. Today we show these New Kingdom troops fear, by attacking them in their dreams. Do not let them sleep."
"I am sure non of the other gods will be against this attack, after all I'm not killing anyone, compared to some of the gods here."
Post by: Happy Demon on July 14, 2015, 07:59:05 pm
I want to make sure you all get that Skolld does something without you knowing what the action is.))
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 14, 2015, 08:02:25 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 14, 2015, 08:05:50 pm
"Would it be considered non-hostile if I fired on an Aspect who has joined the battle?"
"I suppose not. I mean, if you promised to rez/heal them, of course."
Post by: ~Neri on July 14, 2015, 08:11:35 pm
Post by: Andres on July 14, 2015, 08:16:39 pm
(Action edited.)"Would it be considered non-hostile if I fired on an Aspect who has joined the battle?"
"I suppose not. I mean, if you promised to rez/heal them, of course."
Post by: DreamerGhost on July 14, 2015, 08:24:13 pm
Order Illyria to establish a portal between the Rilem Mountainhome and the Divine Library. Dwarven scholars from the University are to ply it for information.
If I had biological organs to do so I would be frothing from rage right now. Whatever leevay as a benefit of doubt I had given you is now gone.
Use all of my essence to create a halberd of mythril enchanted to be extra effective against objects made from essence. Enchant it to shatter and destroy memories of those struck with all of my remaining power. Close the divine Library to prevent anyone entering via normal means. Kill all immortal beings within the Library, search for part of Uther that is suposed to be there and erase all of it's memories with the halberd. If any mortals make it into the Library via abnormal means, use the halberd to delete their memories and throw them out the way they came. Once the matters in library are dealt with, destroy some of new kingdoms soldiers. If they start leaking Nothing, go to Labyrinth and hunt down other part of uther. If they do not start leaaking Nothing, attack Mavon.
Post by: Happy Demon on July 14, 2015, 08:35:48 pm
[Battle/but not only][Battle]
Order Illyria to establish a portal between the Rilem Mountainhome and the Divine Library. Dwarven scholars from the University are to ply it for information.
If I had biological organs to do so I would be frothing from rage right now. Whatever leevay as a benefit of doubt I had given you is now gone.
Use all of my essence to create a divinely enchanted halberd of mythril. Enchant it with all of my remaining power. Kill Illyria and the proced to hunt down as many of Mavons immortal creations as I can find. If I can find him, kill the King of New kingdom. Destroy as many immortals that would stand on the New kingdoms side as I can find.
[Skolld, God of Binding and Bone]
If he comes into where the king is, bind him to the ground, as to not let him halt my cursing.
Post by: DreamerGhost on July 14, 2015, 08:41:49 pm
[Battle/but not only][Battle]
Order Illyria to establish a portal between the Rilem Mountainhome and the Divine Library. Dwarven scholars from the University are to ply it for information.
If I had biological organs to do so I would be frothing from rage right now. Whatever leevay as a benefit of doubt I had given you is now gone.
Use all of my essence to create a divinely enchanted halberd of mythril. Enchant it with all of my remaining power. Kill Illyria and the proced to hunt down as many of Mavons immortal creations as I can find. If I can find him, kill the King of New kingdom. Destroy as many immortals that would stand on the New kingdoms side as I can find.
[Skolld, God of Binding and Bone]
If he comes into where the king is, bind him to the ground, as to not let him halt my cursing.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 14, 2015, 09:40:07 pm
[Battle/but not only]
Order Illyria to establish a portal between the Rilem Mountainhome and the Divine Library. Dwarven scholars from the University are to ply it for information.
If I had biological organs to do so I would be frothing from rage right now. Whatever leevay as a benefit of doubt I had given you is now gone.
Use all of my essence to create a divinely enchanted halberd of mythril. Enchant it with all of my remaining power. Kill Illyria and the proced to hunt down as many of Mavons immortal creations as I can find. If I can find him, kill the King of New kingdom. Destroy as many immortals that would stand on the New kingdoms side as I can find.
"This is hostile to me; cease your attempts to kill Illyria."
Protect Illyria with as much Power is necessary; dip into Crux if I have to.
Post by: micelus on July 14, 2015, 09:47:51 pm
[battle]
[Battle/but not only]
Order Illyria to establish a portal between the Rilem Mountainhome and the Divine Library. Dwarven scholars from the University are to ply it for information.
If I had biological organs to do so I would be frothing from rage right now. Whatever leevay as a benefit of doubt I had given you is now gone.
Use all of my essence to create a divinely enchanted halberd of mythril. Enchant it with all of my remaining power. Kill Illyria and the proced to hunt down as many of Mavons immortal creations as I can find. If I can find him, kill the King of New kingdom. Destroy as many immortals that would stand on the New kingdoms side as I can find.
((they also aren't fighting for the NK, but you wouldn't know that IC I guess))
Mavnon smiled. "Good luck with that brother; but it is a bad patron who does not protect his agents...but tell me; what wrong did I commit here?"
Use it to prevent the enemy god from killing my immortals. Do not prevent any action towards the King.
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Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 14, 2015, 10:05:21 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 14, 2015, 10:08:21 pm
Delay murder of king until Skolld finds out that talking to king is useless
Delay this action to allow me to perform a last questioning.
Truth is about to be revealed.
"This is hostile to me; cease your attempts to kill Illyria."
Protect Illyria with as much Power is necessary; dip into Crux if I have to.
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.
YOU POOR LITTLE SHELTERED THING.
((they also aren't fighting for the NK, but you wouldn't know that IC I guess))
Mavnon smiled. "Good luck with that brother; but it is a bad patron who does not protect his agents...but tell me; what wrong did I commit here?"
Cancel all essence-using actions performed this turn. Create the Blade of Light using all my essence save 1 and enchant it with all remaining power. It is composed of pure light in Mavnon's hands. It shields those surrounding the bearer with pure light and is especially deadly to beings composed of essence. The rallying effect only works on those friendly to the bearer. Only Mavnon may use it to its full effect; it is a normal steel blade otherwise.
Use it to prevent the enemy god from killing my immortals. Do not prevent any action towards the King.
Showing our true colors so soon, demon?
MAVNON CREATED A GOD-KILLING WEAPON, DO NOT BELIEVE IT WILL ONLY BE USED FOR DEFENSIVE MEANS. HOW MANY OF US WILL HAVE TO DIE FROM IT'S HANDS BEFORE ANYTHING IS DONE?
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 14, 2015, 10:11:18 pm
Post by: micelus on July 14, 2015, 11:16:19 pm
"You people...you people are so blind! The truth has been in front of you, dangled since the creation of the mortal races, since before the sealing of insidious Utter or anything of note. If you had looked, had delved into the dark, you would see what you are facing. How can you not have known, really?"
"If you fools had but checked, had but looked, Utter split himself into two. His Strength now ventures the Labyrinths and gains power. His Wisdom -what little there was- has been learning every iota of knowledge ever and will ever be discovered in the Library. This New Kingdom you believe to be my creation is but the opposite! Tell me, did you not notice the Cult of Nothingness spring up in your lands? The writings of Lovecraft and the birth of Agali? Do you not realise that 85% of the New Kingdom's soldiery are just husks imbued with Nothing and shrouded in living flesh and soul? Do you not realise that the reason the King is impervious to all soul detection is that he is a creature of the Void itself And that slaying him will only release the Void in an immense radius around him? You people are so very blind."
She laughed again. "Yes, this blade will be used on a god; a god that will be corrupted by the Void. Dear Luthus there is doomed to do so should he remain to fight....and his soul must be taken before the Void consumes it."
Post by: Andres on July 14, 2015, 11:30:35 pm
Post by: ~Neri on July 14, 2015, 11:32:06 pm
Post by: Andres on July 14, 2015, 11:37:43 pm
"I will need assistance to repair the hole that Izgamlo so foolishly and selfishly broke long ago. I call on the ILUT Pantheon, the High Church, the Elemental Council, and any independent gods to assist me in this endeavour."
Post by: micelus on July 14, 2015, 11:40:01 pm
"Also...have you not realised Sahaka's role here?"
Post by: Andres on July 14, 2015, 11:42:22 pm
"That will not be necessary. I've already planned for this. I had hoped you and the others would have followed your scripts but I seem to have misjudged. Seal me onto the mortal plane after I forge the Blade. And ensure, for the love of all Creation, that my Immortals don't die. Yes, they will resurrect quickly, but these incarnations are essential.""Who is Sahaka and what have you done to prevent further Void corruption? Why do you want to forge the Blade so badly?"
"Also...have you not realised Sahaka's role here?"
Post by: micelus on July 14, 2015, 11:44:30 pm
"...What do you think the Void is made of? It is Essence itself."
"Sacrifices. Literally at times."
Post by: Andres on July 14, 2015, 11:52:42 pm
"...What do you think the Void is made of? It is Essence itself.""That can't be true. Essence is created through Influence and Worship. Power is the ambient energy of the void. ((Looking it up now and it's the ambient energy of the Void with a capital 'V'. Crap.)) If it's made of Essence, then it must've been made through Influence, Worship, or both, and it would also require a god."
Post by: micelus on July 14, 2015, 11:54:34 pm
Post by: Andres on July 14, 2015, 11:57:40 pm
Essence: Energy of creation. Perhaps the most often used of the three energies, this is the power that allows gods to create. You regain essence through Influence and Worship. Raising the essence cap is random, with the chances increasing the lower your cap already is and with high income and decreasing with high cap or low income.
Power: Energy of destruction. Power is the ambient energy that exists in all locations in the Void, abundant and potent but unstable. Another benefit of Power is that, as an ambient source of energy, it naturally refills at a much higher rate. Power cap is raised by training, simply using it for something, which also increases the amount of Power regenerated.
Crux: Energy of Life. Used to live, for gods at least. Crux naturally replenishes itself with itself, healing slooowly over time. There is no known way to increase Crux cap naturally, but you all feel that *something* can do it....
Post by: ~Neri on July 14, 2015, 11:58:42 pm
Cancel current PMed power using actions.
"..Why do you want to be sealed?"
"Also perhaps change the blade's effect to Banishment of Void? It should dump whatever it is into the void once more."
"The hole needs fixing however."
Post by: micelus on July 14, 2015, 11:59:47 pm
"Now...if you will not do me the honours...another will. Patronius! I ask you, as a member of the Church, to seal me into mortal form."
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 12:01:17 am
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 12:04:08 am
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 12:06:51 am
"Perhaps you gods who sealed Utther should remove the seals? It should stop him doing from whatever it is he's doing."
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 12:09:37 am
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 12:19:06 am
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 12:25:17 am
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 12:25:54 am
"Very clever. Was hoping you'd spot it. Now, tell me, what differentiates this lie from the lie I made when I stated that I ruled the New Kingdom?"((Just quoting this in case it's taken down later.))
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 12:26:18 am
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 12:32:34 am
"Very clever. I was half-hoping you'd spot it. Now, tell me, what differentiates this lie from the lie I made when I stated that I ruled the New Kingdom?""I don't recall you ever proclaiming yourself the ruler of the New Kingdom, not unless you are the New King or you were speaking through him. As far as I know, we'd only made reasonable assumptions that you were behind it."
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 15, 2015, 12:39:10 am
...You are all incredulous...the answer is simple...but I will need the Lord of Chains...I will need the Overseer of Conflict....I will need the Iron God, and the Blood Gods...I will need the Archmage and the Two-Who-Are-One...I will need the Architect of Worlds, and the King-Maker...I will need the Dreamcatcher and Nightmare Queen...
...we have built a world once...grown it from a seed of my making...we can make it again...and at the center...bound by chains and thorns...held in shadow and slumber eternal...guarded by beasts, and traps, and demons...whose every struggle serves only to feed the bloodsoaked bindings at it's feet...all held behind the walls of a kingdom expressly to ensure none shall ever allow it's reawakening...
...if any of you are truly worried of what could come...and not so paranoid as to believe everyone to have allied against you...and yes, Iliseth, I mean you, you've been getting worrisome lately, though not as much as the rest of our pantheon, curiously...then help me with this prison-seed...and we shall make a world that will be a cage to keep the greatest threat held where it might not be a danger again...
...
...or, of course...I could be wrong...and Mavnon could be the villain...and I will have to make do with what I can..."
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 12:39:24 am
"Very clever. I was half-hoping you'd spot it. Now, tell me, what differentiates this lie from the lie I made when I stated that I ruled the New Kingdom?""I don't recall you ever proclaiming yourself the ruler of the New Kingdom, not unless you are the New King or you were speaking through him. As far as I know, we'd only made reasonable assumptions that you were behind it."
He sighed. "No, you still do not recall. When the Kingdom first appeared, I implied that I was the cause for it. Its plausible, no? Just as my most recent lie. Plausible but flawed in many ways. For example, I simply do not have the resources to support the New Kingdom, the Clan and the Orcish Tribes. Its simply impossible."
"Others are already acting to target me due to that lie; you see where I am going with this? My brothers have believed my lie so well that it is truth to them and now they punish me for it."
"...you all make...so many assumptions...you see Shadows on the wall...and think them true items...they appear to Grow larger...because their true form steps closer to the fire...to be consumed...and yet all of you speak of death...of destruction...of fighting and of ending...
...You are all incredulous...the answer is simple...but I will need the Lord of Chains...I will need the Overseer of Conflict....I will need the Iron God, and the Blood Gods...I will need the Archmage and the Two-Who-Are-One...I will need the Architect of Worlds, and the King-Maker...I will need the Dreamcatcher and Nightmare Queen...
...we have built a world once...grown it from a seed of my making...we can make it again...and at the center...bound by chains and thorns...held in shadow and slumber eternal...guarded by beasts, and traps, and demons...whose every struggle serves only to feed the bloodsoaked bindings at it's feet...all held behind the walls of a kingdom expressly to ensure none shall ever allow it's reawakening...
...if any of you are truly worried of what could come...and not so paranoid as to believe everyone to have allied against you...and yes, Iliseth, I mean you, you've been getting worrisome lately, though not as much as the rest of our pantheon, curiously...then help me with this prison-seed...and we shall make a world that will be a cage to keep the greatest threat held where it might not be a danger again...
...
...or, of course...I could be wrong...and Mavnon could be the villain...and I will have to make do with what I can..."
"No, just a parable brother. Although, that is not to say I would be against strengthening against the Void."
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 15, 2015, 12:46:48 am
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 01:26:15 am
Post by: Happy Demon on July 15, 2015, 02:40:48 am
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 05:31:55 am
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 08:36:12 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 09:07:17 am
And I am called insane when I denounce these abominations? I have warned you all so many times, and yet you all had to ignore me, wait for the last second. I predicted this war, I predicted this betrayal. Let us hope that these events will serve you all as a lesson.
Request a report from Dr. Mangler regarding the new kingdom's captured soldiers. Anything unusual is to be noted. Make a group from both the Technology and Magic academy available to him should he need any assistance.
Post by: Ama on July 15, 2015, 09:59:45 am
Laxual, do you intend to unblock my speaking with your followers any time soon? It has been quite some time.""Fine, please stop trying to influence my children though."
Unblocked.
Post by: Detoxicated on July 15, 2015, 10:06:30 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 10:37:25 am
I know so many of your secrets already... Why don't you reveal them first, at least you would give them the impression of cooperating...
Post by: ~Neri on July 15, 2015, 11:06:29 am
"To be fair, he wanted to know how to attract a girl. Giving said girl nightmares is less then beneficial for the task. Hence why I gave the suggestion of not scaring her shitless every night~"Laxual, do you intend to unblock my speaking with your followers any time soon? It has been quite some time.""Fine, please stop trying to influence my children though."
Unblocked.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 11:38:10 am
As Lithus, visit Huon the clothier:
This universe is truly a messed up place, old friend...
Do you think it is worth protecting? Can we really heal it?
Post by: Ama on July 15, 2015, 12:58:03 pm
"True..Maybe it would be best if my children did not pray to me for dating advice. I'm not exactly a Goddess of Dating Advice.""To be fair, he wanted to know how to attract a girl. Giving said girl nightmares is less then beneficial for the task. Hence why I gave the suggestion of not scaring her shitless every night~"Laxual, do you intend to unblock my speaking with your followers any time soon? It has been quite some time.""Fine, please stop trying to influence my children though."
Unblocked.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 03:12:37 pm
Heads will roll.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 15, 2015, 03:27:16 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 04:39:36 pm
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 05:57:41 pm
"Many of my people are near the CRD and the Great Tribe. With the revelation of their evil, I need to ensure their safety and get them away from both. Could your Saplings allow them refuge within their lands? They can grow their own food so supporting them wouldn't be a problem, especially if the Saplings teach them of soil for their agriculture. The Aag lands are desert and so cannot support them."
"Of course, Iliseth...there should be plenty of food in any case...I ask only that your people teach the Saplings...what they may, in turn..."
I tell the Human tribes loyal to me (whether they're part of the Great Tribe or no) to go to Sapling lands, to settle there and live near them. I also tell Humans in CRD lands that they can be free in Sapling lands with other Humans. My Leader angel will convince people that the High Church is dangerous due to Mavnon's presence and their alliance with Utther, and that by extension Patronius, Frederick, and the Great Tribe itself is dangerous. If they want to live under a god who will not use them as pawns, but rather protect them and nurture them, to go to Sapling lands where I can truly watch over them once more.
I use 2 Power (use pantheon to enhance) to teleport those who cannot make the journey to the Sapling lands.
Ask the Saplings to go forth and direct/escort these Humans to their lands. Call on my Templars to do the same. (The tribes' militaries would probably help in this regard too.)
Once Humanity has reached Sapling lands, their technology and Art shall be shared with the Saplings.
(For clarity, while they're to go to Sapling lands, they're not to settle in their actual cities. They will found their own separate from the Saplings but still within their borders.)
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 06:12:38 pm
Though she rescinded her order for now, Mavnon was curious. He asked him a question. "Tell me deity of space, what is wrong with mortals accessing the Divine Library? A library that has no eyes reading its texts will only gather dusts. What point is a library then? If I opened mortals accessible to all the races to your Library, would you then see it as not a 'power grab' but a desire to uplift mortals?"
If a significant human population leave (which they probably will) turn the land over to livestock production. Immense livestock production.
If the non-conquered tribes leave as well, annex their former territories and rename them Free Marches. Each is ruled by an assigned viceroy by the CRD Regent but have their own rules. Most are granted to dwarven administrators but a handful are reserved for Mavnon's agents.
Mathenos, a small March, will be given over to the control of Illyria and her apprentices. While administrators will be selected to aid in the running of the province, she will be given ample resources to conduct any experiments she desires.
The Grand March, a medium-sized and relatively poor region, will be closed off from the outside world. No one with any sanity will inhabit it and walls are to be built around it.
Lan Cao is given a mission to convince a population of Droogans to settle CRD lands. They will receive all benefits of CRD citizenry and free land to call their own if they agree. Try to get their Dragons to come along as well. If they actually come, hand them control of a march.
Illyria is to open temporary portals between the High Heaven vaults, the Rilem Mountainhome, Great Tribe capital, large Orcish tribes and the conquered territories. Everyone who can is to be rushed inside. If there is still time, Illyria is to also open portals to the High Heavens in other racial capitals.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 15, 2015, 06:29:09 pm
I tell the Human tribes loyal to me (whether they're part of the Great Tribe or no) to go to Sapling lands, to settle there and live near them. I also tell Humans in CRD lands that they can be free in Sapling lands with other Humans. My Leader angel will convince people that the High Church is dangerous due to Mavnon's presence and their alliance with Utther, and that by extension Patronius, Frederick, and the Great Tribe itself is dangerous. If they want to live under a god who will not use them as pawns, but rather protect them and nurture them, to go to Sapling lands where I can truly watch over them once more.
I use 2 Power (use pantheon to enhance) to teleport those who cannot make the journey to the Sapling lands.
Ask the Saplings to go forth and direct/escort these Humans to their lands. Call on my Templars to do the same. (The tribes' militaries would probably help in this regard too.)
Once Humanity has reached Sapling lands, their technology and Art shall be shared with the Saplings.
(For clarity, while they're to go to Sapling lands, they're not to settle in their actual cities. They will found their own separate from the Saplings but still within their borders.)
Banish the Leader Angel from my lands. His presence was allowed while no harm was being conducted toward the High Church, but this is not going to be permitted. Block Iliseth from the Great Tribe. Note: I am not disallowing his worship; I am simply not allowing him to directly or indirectly influence the Great Tribe. This includes blocking his power expenditures in my lands.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 06:58:52 pm
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 07:04:13 pm
Banish the Leader Angel from my lands. His presence was allowed while no harm was being conducted toward the High Church, but this is not going to be permitted. Block Iliseth from the Great Tribe. Note: I am not disallowing his worship; I am simply not allowing him to directly or indirectly influence the Great Tribe. This includes blocking his power expenditures in my lands."Patronius, while I can understand the motives behind your actions I have to doubt the legality. You said that you didn't control the Great Tribe, but merely helped it, correct? It's Frederick who has the power, in which case the most you can do is ask him to banish my Leader from the Great Tribe. Furthermore, I am only teleporting those who choose to leave, meaning you are illegally preventing the citizens of the Great Tribe who wish to leave from leaving by cutting off their transportation."
Post by: Happy Demon on July 15, 2015, 07:06:45 pm
Wolf Form
"You could just leave the hulking titan form. I don't see why you need it outside stomping mortals."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 07:10:12 pm
As Luthus, return to my regular form. Go back to the Aag nation. Tell everyone to stay in their house, because the incoming storm will cleanse the world.
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 07:10:31 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 15, 2015, 07:14:24 pm
Fine."Oh dear."
As Luthus, return to my regular form. Go back to the Aag nation. Tell everyone to stay in their house, because the incoming storm will cleanse the world.
Mention to Sankis that I believe that Luthus/Lithus plan to create a great flood.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 07:18:59 pm
[Battle]
Speak to be heard by all of creation:
THE TRUTH IS FINALLY HERE. HEADS WILL ROLL.
Utther's case:
Incriminating evidences:
-Has a history of crimes, and has been found guilty of regicide.
-Has openly stated his wish to destroy creation at multiple occasions.
-Has weaseled out of his punishment, spending an unknown amount of time out of any form of detection.
-Has admitted to support the rule of the new kingdom in a private discussion:
But you'll still suicidally throw the Aag onto the swords of the New Kingdom? Or will you cede them the border land they crave, and ask for peace?
Left alone? LEFT ALONE?!-Has backtracked as soon as I attempted to obtain further knowledge, eventually settling for wasting my time with inane answers, such as:
YOU
YOU BASTARD
YOU CAME INTO THIS WONDERFUL VOID, AND TWISTED IT TO BE YOUR ENTERTAINMENT. YOU CREATED LIFE WITHOUT MEANING, THOUGHTS WITHOUT PURPOSE, DESTROYED WHAT YOU DIDN'T LIKE WITHOUT EVEN GIVING THEM AN APOLOGY, AND WORST OF ALL YOU DESTROYED MY GODDAMN LAWN.
YOU NEVER CARED FOR THE BEINGS OF THIS PLACE, YOU AND ALL OF THE OTHER GODS NEVER CARED FOR WHAT YOU'VE DONE TO THIS PLACE. YOU TREAT YOU CREATIONS AS PLAYTHINGS, BUT GAVE THEM THE MINDS OF GODS, YOU CALLOUSLY KILL THOUSANDS OF THEM TO FIT YOUR VISION OF A BETTER WORLD. ME? THEY ARE ALL GODS IN THEIR OWN RIGHT, AND YES I KILLED SOME OF THEM, BUT I COULD'VE KILLED THEM ALL. I WISH THEY'D NEVER COME INTO EXISTENCE, BUT NOW THEY'RE HERE, AND TO END THEM NOW IS A CRIME BEYOND PUNISHMENT. TO HAVE BROUGHT THEM INTO BEING IS A CRIME EVEN WORSE.
YOU CALL ME THE BAD GUY FOR TELLING THEM THIS? FOR LETTING THEM FORM THEIR OWN NATION FREE FROM OUR MACHINATIONS? FOR TRYING TO GIVE THEM THE ONLY FREEDOM THEY CAN POSSIBLY HAVE?
AS LONG AS WE ARE HERE, WE CAN ONLY MAKE THINGS WORSE, AND I WILL STOP YOU FROM MAKING THINGS WORSE IF I HAVE TO KILL YOU, AND EVERY OTHER GOD IN THIS UNIVERSE.
My true color is brown.-An affirmation of Illiseth, confirmed by mavnon itself (before attempting to hide in a shower of lies, as per usual):
"This is a ruse. You are the god of Conflict, so this would empower you. Your secondary sphere of Pact-Binding could also lead you to join with whoever owns the New King. Utther is the god of Destruction and so bringing Void and destroying everything would be within his character. Patronius is the god of Leadership and Avarice so he would grab the power of the Void for himself and rule over all others. Finally, the overwhelming and unnecessary secrecy you keep around this, plus the fact that new and fundamentally different knowledge of the Void apparently doesn't interfere with your plans to destroy it. You are lying, Mavnon. I believe your plan isn't to destroy the Void, but to harness it to serve you and your allies."
Mavnon's case:
Incriminating evidences:
-Has a known history of lying.
-The new kingdom was at peace with the clan rilem, mavnon's creation, since it's first manifestation, while being at war with every other nation.
-The new kingdom is now at peace with all lands owned by her and his allies, and only them.
-Has admitted to work with utther, whose guilt has already been proved.
-An affirmation of Illiseth, once again confirmed by the culprit itself:
"This is a ruse. You are the god of Conflict, so this would empower you. Your secondary sphere of Pact-Binding could also lead you to join with whoever owns the New King. Utther is the god of Destruction and so bringing Void and destroying everything would be within his character. Patronius is the god of Leadership and Avarice so he would grab the power of the Void for himself and rule over all others. Finally, the overwhelming and unnecessary secrecy you keep around this, plus the fact that new and fundamentally different knowledge of the Void apparently doesn't interfere with your plans to destroy it. You are lying, Mavnon. I believe your plan isn't to destroy the Void, but to harness it to serve you and your allies."
"Very clever. I was half-hoping you'd spot it. Now, tell me, what differentiates this lie from the lie I made when I stated that I ruled the New Kingdom?"-Has confirmed to be behind a ruse after being confronted by accusations:
"The ruse is over Patronius, you best not waste resources on empowering me."-has created a god-killing weapon:
Cancel all essence-using actions performed this turn. Create the Blade of Light using all my essence save 1 and enchant it with all remaining power. It is composed of pure light in Mavnon's hands. It shields those surrounding the bearer with pure light as well as those most beloved by Mavnon regardless of distance. It is especially deadly to beings composed of essence. The rallying effect only works on those friendly to the bearer. Only Mavnon may use it to its full effect; it is a normal steel blade otherwise.-Mavnon has sent it's minion to scourge the library to end any technological edge her opponents might have, likely implying an upcoming declaration of war:
-Has admitted her goal of murdering a god in a private discussion:
Within the divine library exists only the knowlege of mortals. there are exactly two reasons why a god would be interested in it and only one reason why God would grant free passage to mortals to it. To uplift their technology for free. The filth would violate my creation that I crafted simply for keeping of reccords for personal goals. And that just after I decided to give him benefit of doubt in a case where guilt could mean death and all proof was pointing at her. Not only would the bastard not stop at anything to gain an edge, she feels preapeared enough to deal with opposition. We either act now or we may as well slice our metaphorical throuths now and save the trouble.
"Tell me what you'll do once you're sealed."
"Still do not trust me? Very well. Luthus is doomed. The Void shall consume him; it is too late. Lithus will hopefully live on. I will use the Blade to slay the King and take what soul it has as well as Luthus' own. I will not be affected as I will not be made of essence. My immortals are important for this as I've filled them with power; I need them to transport the souls."
"Transport what souls? It's at this point in time that you need to tell me everything you know about gods, souls, Essence, and the Void."
"No. I will have no interference sister."
"I will not interfere with your plans. I only wish to know so that if you fail, I can continue your work. Besides, you need other gods to bind you. You cannot do so on your own."
"I'm aware. Still, I cannot tell for if you knew, it would hamper my goals after this creature is dealt with. And if you will not seal me, another will."
"At least tell me what you know of the Void, Mavnon. No one benefits from our being ignorant on this subject, save for those working with the Void for their own ends."
"We are born from the Void and we will die in the Void; we can only slow its pace. Mortals are the key to ensuring our Bubble continues to exist and as such, the uplifting of them and their eventual replacement of the Gods is a distant necessity. That is all I am willing to tell Iliseth."-Has ordered to raise a large amount of cattle for sacrifice, empowering the portals necessary to send his armies anywhere in the universe, and is attempting to recruit two of the most fearsome species for her armies:
Another opportunity arises.
If a significant human population leave (which they probably will) turn the land over to livestock production. Immense livestock production.
If the non-conquered tribes leave as well, annex their former territories and rename them Free Marches. Each is ruled by an assigned viceroy by the CRD Regent but have their own rules. Most are granted to dwarven administrators but a handful are reserved for Mavnon's agents.
Mathenos, a small March, will be given over to the control of Illyria and her apprentices. While administrators will be selected to aid in the running of the province, she will be given ample resources to conduct any experiments she desires.
The Grand March, a medium-sized and relatively poor region, will be closed off from the outside world. No one with any sanity will inhabit it and walls are to be built around it.
Lan Cao is given a mission to convince a population of Droogans to settle CRD lands. They will receive all benefits of CRD citizenry and free land to call their own if they agree. Try to get their Dragons to come along as well. If they actually come, hand them control of a march.
Patronius' case:
Incriminating evidence:
-Is openly and publicly allied to mavnon, whose guilt has already been proven.
-Has been knowingly part of mavnon's ruse, as proven here:
"As you wish, Mavnon."Spend what is necessary to bind Mavnon in mortal form (be it Essence, Power, or a dip into Crux - take power from other actions to do so).
"The ruse is over Patronius, you best not waste resources on empowering me."-His nation, along with mavnon's are the only two not at war with the new kingdom.
Final verdict:
-Utther:
Utther is using the new kingdom as a weapon of mass destruction, with the ultimate goal of starving all gods from their worship.
-Mavnon:
Mavnon is the head of this scheme, his goals includes empowering a void entity, murdering a god and taking control of a large territory through force. Out of all gods she is the one who committed or plan to commit the largest amount of crimes.
-Patronius:
His main crime consist of allying himself with the two most destructive deities to ever exist. He is the only one out of the three to have any chance to repent.
Proposed sentence:
-Utther: Immediate execution, as the previous punishment proved to be ineffective. He is a much greater threat to our creation than previously thought.
-Mavnon: Immediate execution and execution of all of his Immortals and disbanding of the clan rilem, the sheer madness of this deity is a threat to all that exist. Nothing will be safe for as long as she exist.
-Patronius: Mortal binding and execution of Frederick, The only of the three who seems to have any chance to repent from his crimes, there is a good chance that patronius has no idea of what he brought himself into. This punishment will allow us to see whenever it is true.
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 07:36:41 pm
Mavnon smiled. "Luthus, you're insane, but I do love how your intricate investigations. I cannot speak for Patronius or Utter, but here is my part. It is true, I have made schemes upon schemes and lies upon lies but what I have never done, nor plan to do, is empower a creature of the Void. That is utter insanity. Do you not remember how I threatened Izgalmo with his life if he were to tamper with the Void? If the Void entered this realm all my goals would be pointless. The mortals would stay like cattle and would have no mentors to ensure their eventual growth. And if selfless reasons seem unlike me think of this: this Void Entity of yours would kill me as much as any of you. "
"Now the Void part done with, tell me Luthus; which part is lie and which part is truth? I don't think you care anymore. To be quite frank with you, when I ordered Illyria to the Library, I had hoped to spread all knowledge everywhere. It was a mistake to connect it to the Rilem mountainhome. Would that problem be rectified if I created portals between all mortal cities and the Library?"
"Now the cattle...that thought had not occurred to me. I can already do that Luthus; Illyria is a master at the art and 100 Portobani with immense herds cannot match her skill. The cows, I know you won't believe me, were to allow the Portobani to perform the role they were originally supposed to do: replace normal modes of locomotion entirely."
"Now...if you think Patronius or Utter are in communication, you are a fool. If you think I am working with Utter, you're less of a fool and more of a blinded deity."
"Now, if you were to carry out those sentences, I have no defense. It is quite clear that I am of a very different philosophy and while I had hoped we could coexist, you seem intent on ending all possibilities of that. I can only say this: I am no threat to the world, I am a threat to the gods. A very great difference here."
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 07:48:24 pm
"I would give you all this one small piece of advice. Do not concern yourselves with powers beyond your reality. That would be your first mistake. Focus on the machinatinations and manipulations of the Divine, for we are true powers here."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 07:49:24 pm
How expected mavnon, a personal attack.
These idiotic rumors about my potential insanity have lasted for too long. I am not insane, I am angry, I see gods callously disregarding mortal life, harming it, puppet it and sending it die in pointless wars. I will return to my peaceful ways once this is over.
You have done nothing but lie for your entire existence, and you would like anyone to still believe you? Even if you are not supporting this void being, there is still a mountain of evidences against you. I will not carry these sentences, these what I recommend the others to choose as punishment.
Edit:
This hasty cover up of your actions at the library are the easiest to dismantle. You obviously intended to bring this stolen knowledge to your territory, proposing to spread it everywhere after being caught change nothing to your initial intentions. You have more to loose by seeing your plot unveiled than by loosing this opportunity to obtain a technological advantage. And might I point out that your proposition do not fix any of the problems of your action? You still achieve the same level of technology as the rest of the world.
Now moving to the cattle... Really? Is that your only defense? A claim with no evidence backing it? You had shown no intention to do such a thing before, why suddenly make this move if what you say is true?
Now about patronius, you will notice he received the smallest number of accusations, partially because he has yet to do anything irrevocably compromising like you and utther, and partially because I believe he has a chance to repent from his crimes. Whenever he is in direct communication or not with utther is irrelevant to any of the points I have brought. At best it gives him a better hope to repent, and at worst it is an evidence that you manipulate him.
You have yet to answer to most of my accusations. Do not worry, I can be patient enough to let you create your next lies.
...And a last piece of advice, your friends are old enough to answer to their own accusations. And besides, you still have much work to do if you want to convince any of us of your innocence.
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 07:52:01 pm
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This hasty cover up of your actions at the library are the easiest to dismantle. You obviously intended to bring this stolen knowledge to your territory, proposing to spread it everywhere after being caught change nothing to your initial intentions. You have more to loose by seeing your plot unveiled than by loosing this opportunity to obtain a technological advantage. And might I point out that your proposition do not fix any of the problems of your action? You still achieve the same level of technology as the rest of the world.
"Exactly. Everyone will be on an equal playing field, leading to greater need for change."
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Now moving to the cattle... Really? Is that your only defense? A claim with no evidence backing it? You had shown no intention to do such a thing before, why suddenly make this move if what you say is true?
"Let us look back at the obelisk."
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Illyria reports that the CR Dwarves have indeed attempted to use livestock. The have also experimented with using plant life, enemy combatants, captured enemies, and sharing the burden between groups. None are particularly successful, and this is only the beginning of the list of their attempts. She reports that it seems almost impossible for the average Portabanii to borrow energy from an unwilling being, the limited success they have was when the Portabani had raised the livestock themselves. Never the less, they follow your orders and begin raising livestock as demanded.
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Tell Illyria to teach some CRDs the proper use of Portal Magic. Make it a point that they are supposed to sacrifice livestock and not to use their own memories. Furthermore, a government ministry will ensure that there are sufficient livestock to support the needs of the Portabani. This livestock will be raised in the newly conquered territories. Inhabitants will be encouraged to begin raising livestock via decreased taxation. Indentured servants will be forced to work as shepherds/farmhands. If no one is willing to undergo the process...well there is a reason I'm the goddess of Conflict. Force them to on the pain of divine punishment.
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"To be true, I had assumed the dwarves would be intelligent enough to sacrifice animals for this magic. I seem to have overestimated them which is a shame as I had thought them as my favoured children. Luckily, my other side projects have born fruit. Clan Rilem has been given enough tools. If they can't make use of my gifts, they may as well fade into memory and allow others to triumph."
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 07:58:33 pm
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 08:00:21 pm
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 08:04:00 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 08:04:05 pm
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 08:12:24 pm
"I will admit that I can no longer envision a world where you exist. But it is not my decision. Our brothers and sisters will decide your fate."
"Your honesty is welcomed brother."
"Did I not say I had no excuse? My charges are lying and sponsoring political annexations, yes? If so, it is utterly correct. The Void Entity as I said is what you inferred from my lies and truths. No, I do not serve such a being. That would be beyond foolish, as I said. Murdering a god? No, I had not planned to. A part of a god? Yes. I had planned to divide you and Lithus; I believed that Lithus would be far more productive without you interfering with his progress. If that was not possible, then no, I would not have. And just for clarity's sake, the Blade was ((has been?)) made to fight off Stellarion since he desired to slay my Immortals."
"Suffice to say, you my brothers will have me killed and I am quite ready to die, as long as my last wishes are honoured, although I believe I have little power to stop you anyway if they are not."
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 08:18:26 pm
"You really don't hold even the lives of your kin in any regard do you."
His eyes glow red.
"Or is it possible that two gods are both hearing wrong? Techically four gods."
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 08:22:13 pm
"Regard? I love you as brothers and sisters. If I had been able to, I could have cured Lithus of his multiple personality disorder and never have I hated any of you. It was simply my role in creation as it was yours to oppose me."
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 08:27:30 pm
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 08:35:09 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 08:37:54 pm
Split personality disorder?! You have no idea of what we are, and I would have to clarify that I am
Lithus, Luthus is resting after his battle.
You have no right to choose for us, and it is now obvious that my twin is not falling for the void, as he ended his battle. You no longer have any excuse to back your murder.
My brother is not hampering me, he is the one protecting me from the likes of you, interested in nothing but perpetrating needless bloodbaths in our lands. The only thing that would happen if you killed him would be my weakening and withering, something you surely hope to see...
The only reason why I opposed you in the first place was because you would refuse to end wasting lives needlessly while you could've easily avoided inflicting such pain without limiting your power. It is now clear that you are much worse than any of us could've expected. I did not want any part in this stupid war, all I want is to help mortals progress and lead better lives, but because of people like you I cannot, I am forced to waste all of my energies protecting this little inhospitable piece of sand from you bloodthirsty tyrants.
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 08:39:26 pm
"Do you mean to imply that you do not expect you yourself, to live forever then?"
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 15, 2015, 08:43:38 pm
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 08:46:04 pm
"Uztot, brother, have I made that not clear throughout all our discussions? We must give way to the mortals in time. At least, that is what I believe."
((Also letting you know I finished editing my previous post, if you want to respond to it.))
Split personality disorder?! You have no idea of what we are, and I would have to clarify that I am
Lithus, Luthus is resting after his battle.
You have no right to choose for us, and it is now obvious that my twin is not falling for the void, as he ended his battle. You no longer have any excuse to back your murder.
My brother is not hampering me, he is the one protecting me from the likes of you, interested in nothing but perpetrating needless bloodbaths in our lands. The only thing that would happen if you killed him would be my weakening and withering, something you surely hope to see...
The only reason why I opposed you in the first place was because you would refuse to end wasting lives needlessly while you could've easily avoided inflicting such pain without limiting your power. It is now clear that you are much worse than any of us could've expected. I did not want any part in this stupid war, all I want is to help mortals progress and lead better lives, but because of people like you I cannot, I am forced to waste all of my energies protecting this little inhospitable piece of sand from you bloodthirsty tyrants.
"No right? Perhaps. But I see this Luthus as only a blight upon your persona and ought be excised. It is clear you disagree and you are defensive of it. I see there is no chance of eliminating him now, unfortunately. If you will not let me eliminate that malignant blight, allow someone else to do so. It is not healthy. And perhaps you would weaken at first once Luthus is gone, but surely you would regain that power and even greater heights in short time. But I doubt we'll ever see that now, yes?"
"And for the last time, this New Kingdom is not my creation. Kill me as you like, but I will die swearing that this Kingdom is not mine."
"Now Lithus, what other accusations must I answer for? I lie, I agree. I sponsored the annexation of the human lands, I agree. I sponsored the expansion of the cattle industry, I agree. I attempted to murder Luthus, I agree. What else do you ask of me?"
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 08:55:56 pm
""You" bloodthirsty tyrants. I assume you include me in this grouping, despite the fact that I have had no part in the attack on the Aag Nation?"
"Say your peice now brother. I do not pretend to understand you. Please, enlighten me. Why did you first ally yourself with Mavnon, and why is it that though you clearly have obligations to the High Church, and continue to have them throughout the confusion of Mavnon's lies, you claim inoccence? I am afraid I could not hear you over the shouting of Luthus."
((I've edited in responses in the post below your edits, Farg)"I can certainly forsee a time in the distant future when I am not needed. But I also believe you are one of the very reasons that I am. I do believe we are going in circles again."
"Uztot, brother, have I made that not clear throughout all our discussions? We must give way to the mortals in time. At least, that is what I believe."((Also letting you know I finished editing my previous post, if you want to respond to it.))
Split personality disorder?! You have no idea of what we are, and I would have to clarify that I am
Lithus, Luthus is resting after his battle.
You have no right to choose for us, and it is now obvious that my twin is not falling for the void, as he ended his battle. You no longer have any excuse to back your murder.
My brother is not hampering me, he is the one protecting me from the likes of you, interested in nothing but perpetrating needless bloodbaths in our lands. The only thing that would happen if you killed him would be my weakening and withering, something you surely hope to see...
The only reason why I opposed you in the first place was because you would refuse to end wasting lives needlessly while you could've easily avoided inflicting such pain without limiting your power. It is now clear that you are much worse than any of us could've expected. I did not want any part in this stupid war, all I want is to help mortals progress and lead better lives, but because of people like you I cannot, I am forced to waste all of my energies protecting this little inhospitable piece of sand from you bloodthirsty tyrants.
"No right? Perhaps. But I see this Luthus as only a blight upon your persona and ought be excised. It is clear you disagree and you are defensive of it. I see there is no chance of eliminating him now, unfortunately. If you will not let me eliminate that malignant blight, allow someone else to do so. It is not healthy. And perhaps you would weaken at first once Luthus is gone, but surely you would regain that power and even greater heights in short time. But I doubt we'll ever see that now, yes?"
"And for the last time, this New Kingdom is not my creation. Kill me as you like, but I will die swearing that this Kingdom is not mine."
"Now Lithus, what other accusations must I answer for? I lie, I agree. I sponsored the annexation of the human lands, I agree. I sponsored the expansion of the cattle industry, I agree. I attempted to murder Luthus, I agree. What else do you ask of me?"
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 09:04:52 pm
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 09:09:31 pm
"I support Utther's execution."
-Utther: Immediate execution, as the previous punishment proved to be ineffective. He is a much greater threat to our creation than previously thought.
"I support Mavnon's execution but I do not support the execution of all his Immortals and I oppose the disbanding of Clan Rilem. Of his Immortals, we should punish only those that are proven to have aided him in his crimes. The rest for all we know have been unwitting pawns. As for the Clan Rilem, it is a poor sentence and a useless one. They are a people and to drive them apart is not justice. They would also reform later, possibly under another name. I instead propose that they provide compensation and freedom to those they have conquered."
-Mavnon: Immediate execution and execution of all of his Immortals and disbanding of the clan rilem, the sheer madness of this deity is a threat to all that exist. Nothing will be safe for as long as she exist.
"I oppose execution of Frederick. Frederick, for all we know, has only been managing the Great Tribe as per Patronius' request. Patronius, I'll remind, is the only one who we can consider pardoning and so his creations should also be considered for pardon. I abstain on the mortal binding of Patronius."
-Patronius: Mortal binding and execution of Frederick, The only of the three who seems to have any chance to repent from his crimes, there is a good chance that patronius has no idea of what he brought himself into. This punishment will allow us to see whenever it is true.
"Truly? That is good. It is good that you are ready to die. Normally I might have been moved by your words and considered forgiveness, but you constantly lie and I am tired of being manipulated. Tell me your wishes before I carry out my next action and I'll see what I can do about honouring them."
"Suffice to say, you my brothers will have me killed and I am quite ready to die, as long as my last wishes are honoured, although I believe I have little power to stop you anyway if they are not."
If the siphoning is successful:
If Mavnon still has a body afterwards, I'll take it into my afterlife and keep it there. If the blade still exists, I will drop it in a volcano.
EDIT:
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 09:14:17 pm
"Stay your hand Sister. It is not for any one of us to pass judgement on one of our kin. We must hear the voices of the others."
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 09:15:34 pm
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 15, 2015, 09:16:34 pm
"And honestly, this entire thing is just a Lynch Mob. This is exactly why leadership is required - the rule of the majority is too easily influenced by trivial quarrels and concerns."
"One more thing. Frederick is NOT my creation. I have never forced my will upon him, though I will admit that he is undyingly loyal to me. Punishing him would be simply stupid and simply be to reduce my own power. So tell me, is that what this is all about?"
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 09:23:07 pm
(He meant mortal binding patronius and executing Frederick silly.)(That....makes a lot more sense. I'll redo that paragraph.)
"Stay your hand Sister. It is not for any one of us to pass judgement on one of our kin. We must hear the voices of the others."
"He caused the Great Flood, killing countless people. He allied himself with Utther. He started wars without provocation. He's told us lies about something that could very well destroy us all. These are all reasons why the other gods should decide to execute him, but I have my own legitimate reasons for killing him.
He started an illegal and aggressive war against my people, killing hundreds and possibly thousands. He oppresses the worship of me within his lands. He's lied to me and manipulated me more times than I can count. He plans or planned to work my people under threat of divine punishment, assuming he hadn't done so already. Finally, we are still at war and I can kill him without the permission of any others, especially since he's the aggressor."
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 09:23:42 pm
Uztot sighs.(He meant mortal binding patronius and executing Frederick silly.)(That....makes a lot more sense. I'll redo that paragraph.)
"Stay your hand Sister. It is not for any one of us to pass judgement on one of our kin. We must hear the voices of the others."
"He caused the Great Flood, killing countless people. He allied himself with Utther. He started wars without provocation. He's told us lies about something that could very well destroy us all. These are all reasons why the other gods should decide to execute him, but I have more own legitimate reasons for killing him.
He started an illegal and aggressive war against my people, killing hundreds and possibly thousands. He oppresses the worship of me within his lands. He's lied to me and manipulated me more times than I can count. He plans or planned to work my people under threat of divine punishment, assuming he hadn't done so already. Finally, we are still at war and I can kill him without the permission of any others, especially since he's the aggressor."
"I will fight both of you if I have to. Otherwise, I fear you would not be able to take back being the sole executioner of a god."
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 09:26:12 pm
"I must note that your worship is still allowed, if closely watched to ensure you are not stirring rebellion. Also, only those humans who resisted were made servants, and only for time. But yes, you have every right to fight me. Come now, let us duel."(He meant mortal binding patronius and executing Frederick silly.)(That....makes a lot more sense. I'll redo that paragraph.)
"Stay your hand Sister. It is not for any one of us to pass judgement on one of our kin. We must hear the voices of the others."
"He caused the Great Flood, killing countless people. He allied himself with Utther. He started wars without provocation. He's told us lies about something that could very well destroy us all. These are all reasons why the other gods should decide to execute him, but I have more own legitimate reasons for killing him.
He started an illegal and aggressive war against my people, killing hundreds and possibly thousands. He oppresses the worship of me within his lands. He's lied to me and manipulated me more times than I can count. He plans or planned to work my people under threat of divine punishment, assuming he hadn't done so already. Finally, we are still at war and I can kill him without the permission of any others, especially since he's the aggressor."
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 09:28:23 pm
"I've already told Lithus. Suffice to say, I do not believe you will heed them. But I shall repeat them once more. The uplifting of mortals and their eventual replacement of the gods. Now sister, time for our last duel, yes?"(This would've been fairly poetic, but then you went and called Iliseth a 'he'. Also, I kinda missed this the first time around.)
Use the Blade of Light to fight Iliseth if he attacks.
"The uplifting I can certainly do, but I think I'd rather have them as alternatives or equals to gods rather than their replacements. Why do you defend yourself, though? Did you not say you were prepared to face our justice?"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 09:30:37 pm
"Personal attacks? I believe you were the one to start them brother. But if you except the void entity, then I have no excuse to not be punished. It is a fitting fate, yes?"QuoteThis hasty cover up of your actions at the library are the easiest to dismantle. You obviously intended to bring this stolen knowledge to your territory, proposing to spread it everywhere after being caught change nothing to your initial intentions. You have more to loose by seeing your plot unveiled than by loosing this opportunity to obtain a technological advantage. And might I point out that your proposition do not fix any of the problems of your action? You still achieve the same level of technology as the rest of the world.
"Exactly. Everyone will be on an equal playing field, leading to greater need for change."QuoteNow moving to the cattle... Really? Is that your only defense? A claim with no evidence backing it? You had shown no intention to do such a thing before, why suddenly make this move if what you say is true?
"Let us look back at the obelisk."QuoteIllyria reports that the CR Dwarves have indeed attempted to use livestock. The have also experimented with using plant life, enemy combatants, captured enemies, and sharing the burden between groups. None are particularly successful, and this is only the beginning of the list of their attempts. She reports that it seems almost impossible for the average Portabanii to borrow energy from an unwilling being, the limited success they have was when the Portabani had raised the livestock themselves. Never the less, they follow your orders and begin raising livestock as demanded.QuoteTell Illyria to teach some CRDs the proper use of Portal Magic. Make it a point that they are supposed to sacrifice livestock and not to use their own memories. Furthermore, a government ministry will ensure that there are sufficient livestock to support the needs of the Portabani. This livestock will be raised in the newly conquered territories. Inhabitants will be encouraged to begin raising livestock via decreased taxation. Indentured servants will be forced to work as shepherds/farmhands. If no one is willing to undergo the process...well there is a reason I'm the goddess of Conflict. Force them to on the pain of divine punishment.Quote"To be true, I had assumed the dwarves would be intelligent enough to sacrifice animals for this magic. I seem to have overestimated them which is a shame as I had thought them as my favoured children. Luckily, my other side projects have born fruit. Clan Rilem has been given enough tools. If they can't make use of my gifts, they may as well fade into memory and allow others to triumph."
You still fail to answer my point, mavnon.
Portals:
These passages do not show an intention to use portals as an exclusive mean of transportation as you claimed, the only thing I can see is you trying to teach the use of portal magic in a way only you can match in terms of cruelty and disdain.
((I've edited in responses in the post below your edits, Farg)
"Uztot, brother, have I made that not clear throughout all our discussions? We must give way to the mortals in time. At least, that is what I believe."snip"No right? Perhaps. But I see this Luthus as only a blight upon your persona and ought be excised. It is clear you disagree and you are defensive of it. I see there is no chance of eliminating him now, unfortunately. If you will not let me eliminate that malignant blight, allow someone else to do so. It is not healthy. And perhaps you would weaken at first once Luthus is gone, but surely you would regain that power and even greater heights in short time. But I doubt we'll ever see that now, yes?"
"And for the last time, this New Kingdom is not my creation. Kill me as you like, but I will die swearing that this Kingdom is not mine."
"Now Lithus, what other accusations must I answer for? I lie, I agree. I sponsored the annexation of the human lands, I agree. I sponsored the expansion of the cattle industry, I agree. I attempted to murder Luthus, I agree. What else do you ask of me?"
Before I vomit out of disgust, let me address one of your point, I did not imply that you were the creator of the new kingdom in this argument you responded, only that you encourage it to bring war, as you greatly benefit from this.
Lithus vanishes for a few seconds, and returns, obviously sick.
BASED on what do YOU bring these accusations on my brother?! I have brought plenty of evidences backing my claims, I intend you do do the same...
...Or not. You admitted it yourself earlier, you lie to bring anger. You hope to bring me in another outburst of rage? I would no longer talk with logic, and would be easy to paint as insane and wrong, just as you did when my twin went on the battlefield. I will not fall for this, but know that I am already boiling with rage, I will not calm down until you and your allies are no longer a threat, whenever it implies your death or imprisonment or not. I will not burst with rage either, as I now know that it would only help you.
""You" bloodthirsty tyrants. I assume you include me in this grouping, despite the fact that I have had no part in the attack on the Aag Nation?"
Oh patronius, do you know why I have almost no accusation on you? I do not believe you are a threat to anyone. Your only crime so far was to ally with the wrong people, even though you were very eager to go to war before I proposed this treaty. Treaty that I hope will still hold once this is all over, despite my previous insinuations of the opposite. No one has anything to win from an open conflict between our nations, except perhaps mavnon, but we are all already used to the fact that it is always the case.
So, do I believe you are a "Bloodthirsty Tyrant"? No, at worst you are ally of one, or a harmless one. This is why I recommend that we no longer interact with each other in the mortal worlds, and why I believe you should stay calm and wait for the storm to pass, before you loose your only chance to avoid it.
Fakedit:
I see no problem with Illiseth's proposed changes, and so I do not oppose them. I had forgotten Frederick's origins and I will agree to spare him and the other innocent immortals. The actions taken towards the clan rilem you propose are acceptable, but I will also request any means to avoid the clan to conduct revenge or worship a corpse, if that is the wish of the majority.
And Illiseth, wait for those of us who didn't spoke to voice their opinion. This is not a lynch mob, as patronius seems to believe and knowing mavnon, she probably have some form of trap or scheme for you should you try to fight him, the majority will be able to deal with her according to the final judgement.
Truedit: I missed more stuff X____X
((and the fakedit is addressed at your character, andres))
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 09:35:37 pm
And Illiseth, wait for those of us who didn't spoke to voice their opinion. This is not a lynch mob, as patronius seems to believe and knowing mavnon, she probably have some form of trap or scheme for you should you try to fight him, the majority will be able to deal with her according to the final judgement."This fight between me and Mavnon is one of war as well as justice. Assuming I'd have to wait for judgement for the gods to execute him, I wouldn't have to wait to kill him as my military enemy. As he is the aggressor and we are of the same pantheon in a defensive alliance, I ask that you, Uztot, and Teburshe help me in this military matter. There will be blood for the goddess of blood!"
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 09:38:06 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 09:40:24 pm
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 09:41:38 pm
(Cancelling actions. Because Mavnon's attacking me was to be done only if I attacked him, Mavnon will not attack me.)
EDIT: (I cancelled my actions by striking through them.)
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 09:43:08 pm
"I've already told Lithus. Suffice to say, I do not believe you will heed them. But I shall repeat them once more. The uplifting of mortals and their eventual replacement of the gods. Now sister, time for our last duel, yes?"(This would've been fairly poetic, but then you went and called Iliseth a 'he'. Also, I kinda missed this the first time around.)
Use the Blade of Light to fight Iliseth if he attacks.
"The uplifting I can certainly do, but I think I'd rather have them as alternatives or equals to gods rather than their replacements. Why do you defend yourself, though? Did you not say you were prepared to face our justice?"
((Oops. Gotta change that.))
Mavnon laughed. 'I am but I still have my personal honour Iliseth. Come now, do you really expect me to go without a fight? I am the deity of Conflict and I shall die with Conflict in my heart."
"And dear Iliseth, if you did that, would a god truly exist? Would they not be the same as mortals? If all mortals possessed the same power as us, is there really any distinction? Regardless of the method, gods will be replaced."
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Cattle:
You still fail to answer my point, mavnon.
Portals:
These passages do not show an intention to use portals as an exclusive mean of transportation as you claimed, the only thing I can see is you trying to teach the use of portal magic in a way only you can match in terms of cruelty and disdain.
"Let us look deeper into the obelisk then."
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Teach Clan Rilem Mobile Portal Doctrine. Rather than engaging in mundane trade and combat, Rilem is to bring all technological and magical arts to their logical conclusion. Rather than making use of supply lines, trade routes or even roads, portals will be set up by dedicated Portabani, portal mages with the sole duty of opening portals. Rather than marching an army through an enemy's defenses, the army will simply teleport directly into the enemy's flanks. Rather than creating structures with entrances, buildings only accessible via portals will be made.
"It seems it was both for transport and for war. Still, it was only a method of locomotion and not the way of war itself."
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Before I vomit out of disgust, let me address one of your point, I did not imply that you were the creator of the new kingdom in this argument you responded, only that you encourage it to bring war, as you greatly benefit from this.
Lithus vanishes for a few seconds, and returns, obviously sick.
BASED on what do YOU bring these accusations on my brother?! I have brought plenty of evidences backing my claims, I intend you do do the same...
...Or not. You admitted it yourself earlier, you lie to bring anger. You hope to bring me in another outburst of rage? I would no longer talk with logic, and would be easy to paint as insane and wrong, just as you did when my twin went on the battlefield. I will not fall for this, but know that I am already boiling with rage, I will not calm down until you and your allies are no longer a threat, whenever it implies your death or imprisonment or not. I will not burst with rage either, as I now know that it would only help you.
"I base it on your repeated statements that the New Kingdom was controlled by me. Come now Lithus, you cannot just take it all back now, yes? To the obelisk once more."
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WORSHIPERS OF MAVNON, PEOPLE OF THE NEW KINGDOM! YOU ARE ALL FOOLED BY THIS ABOMINATION YOU CALL A GOD, THIS HORRENDOUS BEAST FEEL NOTHING BUT DISDAIN TOWARDS MORTALS, IMMORTALS AND GODS, YOU ARE NOTHING BUT A TOY, A PAWN FOR THIS DEMON, YOUR DEATH, YOUR SUFFERING MEAN NOTHING TO THIS BEAST, IT EVEN ENJOY THE PAIN IT INFLICTS TO ALL OF YOU THROUGH WARFARE AND DESTRUCTION!! NEW KINGDOM! EVEN THOUGH YOU BELIEVE YOU ARE ALL FREE FROM GODS, YOU ARE A PAWN OF MAVNON'S SCHEME OF DESTRUCTION! REALIZE THIS, OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR INNOCENT VICTIMS!!
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I SHALL NO LONGER LET MY PEOPLE BE SLAUGHTERED BY YOU PATHETIC, BLOODTHIRSTY PSYCHOPATH! NONE OF THOSE WHO WANT TO SPREAD SUFFERING AND DESTRUCTION FOR THEIR OWN SAKE SHALL BE SPARED! SUPPORTERS OF MAVNON, KNOW THAT YOUR PATRON IS ONLY CAPABLE OF FEELING DISDAIN TOWARDS YOU. REPENT OR DROWN IN THE BLOOD OF YOUR VICTIMS!
"These statements clearly show you believe the New Kingdom to be my worshipers. As you know, the mortal species seem to only do things when prodded on by their gods and you believe I ordered them to go to war. I have made no order to the Kingdom, its King or its Soldiery that they should go to war. Regardless, the conflict it brings does empower me, I cannot say it does not."
((so many ninjas))
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 15, 2015, 09:48:23 pm
"...I have always been...too old...for this shit..."
"...why is it...that none of you understand the concept...of moderation...?...the blossom dies without rain, but it also dies by flood...Liuthus...I will support you...when you calm down...you are assuming the worst...Gods are not made of essence...Mavnon is not utterly evil...he has a very different philosophy than you...and he is misguided in many respects...but he is not evil...Utther...Utther may be considered evil...Patronius, it seems...is guilty only of association..."
"...I will never support the killing of a God...neither execution nor murder...self-defense I will not fault one for, but to murder one another is too far...we will strip Utther of his power...completely...and hold him caged beneath the earth, for his crimes...but to kill him is inexcusable...Mavnon will repay what he has cost you, and others...attempted murder...even of merely part of a god...is a heinous thing...I understand you felt your intentions were good, Mavnon...but there are limits to what can be done in the name of the greater good...
"...Liuthus...you need to decide...whether you believe Mavnon competent...or foolish...you seem to flip back and forth in your argument...he is intelligent...he is patient...if he could accomplish what you claim, he would have to be...so why would he run his mouth off...and say anything but what he wants you to hear...?...one's mortal creations making war is not a crime worthy of death...it is scarcely a crime in the first place, for a god of Conflict...War is not the only means of conflict, but neither are beasts the only things that Grow...would you ask me never to create a beast...?...or Luthus never to create revolutions with blood...?...Lies are disappointing, but they too are no crime...simply discourteous..."
Meaningful coughing.
"Liuthus...would you have us act on purely circumstantial evidence...?...Utther seems likely...Mavnon has certainly committed crimes of one nature or another that require repayment...and you wish to punish Patronius for the mere fact that he is their ally...this seems like the style of court...found in those Revolutions that swiftly become the tyrannies...they sought to topple..."
"Now...allow me to give my opinion on what might be done with the three...if you might be so kind..."
"Utther shall be found...he shall be bound...he shall be stripped of every iota of power he might have...and he will be kept within the depths of the fragments...split in three such that he might never regain his ability to cause such harm...I will craft Shadows of the darkest sort...to keep him hidden and chained...his crimes are not so plain as the other's...but they are too likely and too dangerous to ignore..."
"Mavnon...you shall repay what you have cost Liuthus...and likely, despite it's being in the past...for what Iliseth has lost to you...as a result of my not being the only say...Clan Rilem will stop their attacks on the Aag...and redirect their aggression towards the New Kingdom...as it's presence is a blight upon everyone, yourself included...should it succeed...you would, of course, be able to prolong the war...if you so chose...to make up for what you might lose in influence from the reduction in total fighting...but...I believe it can be arranged that all nations assist in the assault on this New Kingdom...which should help make up for it..."
"Patronius...your 'crime', so to speak, is simply association....to punish you would be amoral...we would require only that you assist in the destruction of this New Kingdom..."
((..."Warning - while you were typing 16 new replies have been posted. You may wish to review your post."...
FUCK IT POSTING ANYWAY))
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 10:00:25 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 10:08:34 pm
Mavnon, you will not fight if you know what is the best for your worshipers. And yes, I am ready to threaten your people, this is how far you have pushed me.
Cattle:
This indeed shows what you wanted me to see, I cannot argue with this fact.
I will ask you in return, why do you suddenly seek to own dragons? And at the same time as the mass production of this cattle? You never showed an ounce of interest towards them before, why suddenly change? The only answer I can see is that you wanted a stronger military, and since you begin collecting the means to bring a massive amount of troops anywhere you want at the same time, I can only conclude that your intentions are to devastate an innocent country. But you already admitted that this was your goal, so I suppose we can move to the next point safely, unless you have anything to add?
New kingdom:
Let us go back in time, back when I did those claims: Do you remember? You were still hiding this void situation, despite having no advantage to do so, that is unless your goal was to take control of it, but let us assume that it is not the case, for the sake of this discussion. Who would would ever seem to be guilty of empowering this kingdom back then, when you were hiding any evidence that would lead somewhere else than to you for some reason? There was only one possible culprit, utther was supposed to be unable to do anything and the king was still believed to be a real person, instead of this thing. I will admit that I was wrong on some of my claims without shame, as the only person that would make sense to be behind this was you. Now it seems this king have it's own agenda, and so I have to admit that there is a good chance that he is acting on his own. I still believe you were involved in this, in a way or another. Do you wish to know why? Because you did everything in your power to hide the truth. What is it that you do not want us to see?
((DAMIT DOZEN OF NINJAS! I'll reply to you in another post Rolepgeek.))
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 10:18:48 pm
"Now...as to why I want dragons. The reason is actually quite simple. Why not? Their patron god seems to be asleep and having them around would be interesting. Furthermore, I plan to build a new multicultural city in the future...if I'm still alive at that time."
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 10:21:58 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 15, 2015, 10:26:06 pm
Post by: Vgray on July 15, 2015, 10:32:37 pm
"I see. You will forgive me if I do not share my views on these matters, for they are less important than keeping the peace, and our dignity as gods. I might get too emotional if I start talking for reasons other than to sate my own curiousity."
(Are we just waiting for all the other active players to post at this point?)
Post by: Andres on July 15, 2015, 10:33:23 pm
(Are we just waiting for all the other active players to post at this point?)(Yup.)
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 15, 2015, 10:56:34 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 15, 2015, 11:38:14 pm
"Besides, I was and am going to 'win' regardless of what happens, so I am ambivalent. The Gambit Roulette spins, and I only see one fruitless result. The darkest hour is right before the dawn."
Post by: gman8181 on July 15, 2015, 11:42:35 pm
Verruckt also visits settlements of various races, telling them about evolution orbs and the benefits of becoming an adventurer.
Finally Verruckt encourages several existing, talented adventurers to go out and create guilds across the lands to foster a more elaborate adventuring community. He pays them if necessary.
Edit: Last action assuming there are still any major settlements without guilds.
Post by: micelus on July 15, 2015, 11:53:34 pm
Verruckt goes around finding orphans, bringing them back to the dungeon and training them as adventurers. When they become adults, they are to found an organization dedicated to taking in orphans and other people without family and training them as adventurers.
Verruckt also visits settlements of various races, telling them about evolution orbs and the benefits of becoming an adventurer.
Finally Verruckt encourages several existing, talented adventurers to go out and create guilds across the lands to foster a more elaborate adventuring community. He pays them if necessary.
(Adventurer guilds already exist)
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 16, 2015, 08:20:46 am
Teburshe, Aurosseu, you both seem to misunderstand the exact situation, allow me to explain myself further. Both mavnon and utther have been proven to work towards the complete destruction of our creation, and the murder of at least one god each. Utther proven that mortal sealing will do nothing to stop them from plotting against the rest of us, and so I have proposed a final solution to end the threat they represent once for all before they get one or more of us killed. It is an extreme solution I agree, but it is the only one that I can find to end this, as they have both proven to be beyond repent. I have given patronius the benefit of doubt because of the low amount of evidence against him, and because the situation currently seems to imply that he was manipulated into this to some degree.
"I will only tell you on the condition that you do not stop me. By this I mean we would be bound in a Pact stating that you will not stop me from doing so. Suffice to say, you would be aghast, horrified, intrigued and perhaps wish to help."
"Now...as to why I want dragons. The reason is actually quite simple. Why not? Their patron god seems to be asleep and having them around would be interesting. Furthermore, I plan to build a new multicultural city in the future...if I'm still alive at that time."
The simple fact that you wish to bind me into a pact before giving me this knowledge is enough for me to know that you are ill intentioned and/or lying. You have already proven yourself untrustworthy in multiple occasion, if there is any knowledge you have that might change the situation you will reveal it or bring it in your tomb.
As for the dragon situation, again you have proven yourself too untrustworthy to receive the benefit of doubt. There is too much incriminating evidences against you to receive it.
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 16, 2015, 10:22:30 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 16, 2015, 10:54:19 am
"Lithus. You lack foresight. I don't deny Mavnon and co.'s actions, nor will I stop their executions, should y'all decide to do them, but know that I've planned ahead enough to walk out of this mess victorious. You're holding the key, but I carry the card."
Quite the opposite, I am doing this because I know that it will happen again if no action is taken. Maybe you were spared from this incident, but what makes you believe it will be the same every time? Their plan imply your eventual death, along with everyone else's. You will be forced by them to take action one day or another, better do it now while you still have the upper hand.
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 16, 2015, 11:07:47 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 16, 2015, 11:08:13 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 16, 2015, 11:37:06 am
"Lithus...your claims are not proof...you have brought no evidence of Mavnon attempting to destroy the world...I believe you may be biased as a result of Mavnon's opinion on mortals...bring more concrete evidence to light...before asking us to kill one of our own..."
Did I ever say that mavnon wished to destroy the world? No, this is the accusation against utther, but no one deny that he expressed this wish several times. I accused mavnon of planning a Deicide and to take over someone's nation, and I have a large amount of evidence backing this claim, allow me to refresh your memory:
-Has admitted her goal of murdering a god in a private discussion:It is true that my conflict was initially about our opinions on mortals, but this has blown out of proportions. If you believe I still linger on this issue while there is so much evidence of worse acts then you are fooled. I respect your wish to remain out of this, but you have no reason to defend her. Will you still be preaching for his protection when she will have a dagger on your throat?"Tell me what you'll do once you're sealed.""Still do not trust me? Very well. Luthus is doomed. The Void shall consume him; it is too late. Lithus will hopefully live on. I will use the Blade to slay the King and take what soul it has as well as Luthus' own. I will not be affected as I will not be made of essence. My immortals are important for this as I've filled them with power; I need them to transport the souls.""Transport what souls? It's at this point in time that you need to tell me everything you know about gods, souls, Essence, and the Void.""No. I will have no interference sister.""I will not interfere with your plans. I only wish to know so that if you fail, I can continue your work. Besides, you need other gods to bind you. You cannot do so on your own.""I'm aware. Still, I cannot tell for if you knew, it would hamper my goals after this creature is dealt with. And if you will not seal me, another will.""At least tell me what you know of the Void, Mavnon. No one benefits from our being ignorant on this subject, save for those working with the Void for their own ends.""We are born from the Void and we will die in the Void; we can only slow its pace. Mortals are the key to ensuring our Bubble continues to exist and as such, the uplifting of them and their eventual replacement of the Gods is a distant necessity. That is all I am willing to tell Iliseth."-has created a god-killing weapon:Cancel all essence-using actions performed this turn. Create the Blade of Light using all my essence save 1 and enchant it with all remaining power. It is composed of pure light in Mavnon's hands. It shields those surrounding the bearer with pure light as well as those most beloved by Mavnon regardless of distance. It is especially deadly to beings composed of essence. The rallying effect only works on those friendly to the bearer. Only Mavnon may use it to its full effect; it is a normal steel blade otherwise.-Mavnon has sent it's minion to scourge the library to end any technological edge her opponents might have, likely implying an upcoming declaration of war:-Has ordered to raise a large amount of cattle for sacrifice, empowering the portals necessary to send his armies anywhere in the universe, and is attempting to recruit two of the most fearsome species for her armies:
Within the divine library exists only the knowlege of mortals. there are exactly two reasons why a god would be interested in it and only one reason why God would grant free passage to mortals to it. To uplift their technology for free. The filth would violate my creation that I crafted simply for keeping of reccords for personal goals. And that just after I decided to give him benefit of doubt in a case where guilt could mean death and all proof was pointing at her. Not only would the bastard not stop at anything to gain an edge, she feels preapeared enough to deal with opposition. We either act now or we may as well slice our metaphorical throuths now and save the trouble.Another opportunity arises.
If a significant human population leave (which they probably will) turn the land over to livestock production. Immense livestock production.
If the non-conquered tribes leave as well, annex their former territories and rename them Free Marches. Each is ruled by an assigned viceroy by the CRD Regent but have their own rules. Most are granted to dwarven administrators but a handful are reserved for Mavnon's agents.
Mathenos, a small March, will be given over to the control of Illyria and her apprentices. While administrators will be selected to aid in the running of the province, she will be given ample resources to conduct any experiments she desires.
The Grand March, a medium-sized and relatively poor region, will be closed off from the outside world. No one with any sanity will inhabit it and walls are to be built around it.
Lan Cao is given a mission to convince a population of Droogans to settle CRD lands. They will receive all benefits of CRD citizenry and free land to call their own if they agree. Try to get their Dragons to come along as well. If they actually come, hand them control of a march.
It seems that you believe I will turn against you because of our opinions, but this is wrong. My opposition did not come from her lack of interest in mortals, but from his callous disregard and intentional destruction of them without reason. As far as I know you do not constantly bring pointless pain and torment to your people, and so I see no reason to be against you.
"Who is to say I haven't taken action yet?"
Talking of self preservation or defensive measures I presume? If you do nothing to maintain or bring justice you will have no one to blame but yourself when they will be at your door. You will find that no one will be there to help you when you will be in the direst need if you help none. Simple logic.
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 16, 2015, 11:52:25 am
"Mavnon has his reasons...for inflicting hardship upon the mortals...you simply disagree with their being good enough ressons...he wishes to elevate them, yes...?...so he must test them...and try them...and push them to breaking...so that what is left...is stronger for it...it is much like tending a garden...though his goal differs enormously from mine..."
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 16, 2015, 12:04:35 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 16, 2015, 12:21:23 pm
"Conquest...is not a crime...worthy of execution...it is scarcely...a crime at all...unless you wish to punish...any mortal...with dreams of conquest...?...do not get me wrong...in a war, I will support you...and in a war, the loser pays compensation to the victor...and that is in itself something of a punishment...particularly since Mavnon is the aggressor...his plan to kill Luthus is upsetting...though even I am not certain of your relationship...he planned it with vaguely good intentions...but again...that is not worthy of execution...I can oppose the God of Conflict...while remaining on friendly terms...that is one nice thing...about a god who loves war...I understand your concerns...but I have to point out...Gods are not of Essence...we are of Crux...it is a Divine Creation slaying weapon...not a god-slaying one...her greatest crime is attempting to kill Luthus...and for that he must be punished...but death is not the answer...he is a god of pacts, correct...?...so what better way to keep them true to their word...than to bind them in one...?...my suggestion for punishment still stands...though I believe I forgot at the time...that the Blade of Light being broken...should be part of the agreement..."
"Mavnon has his reasons...for inflicting hardship upon the mortals...you simply disagree with their being good enough ressons...he wishes to elevate them, yes...?...so he must test them...and try them...and push them to breaking...so that what is left...is stronger for it...it is much like tending a garden...though his goal differs enormously from mine..."
This is not some normal morrtal conquest over a few lands, this is the outright takover of an entire nation, enough to starve a god from his worship income. The blade of light was created with the intent to harm a god, as expressed by mavnon at several occasions, and she has admitted to wish to use it to cut me in half. Even after showing that her concerns towards my twin, the only thing that could be close to justify an action agaist him has been proven false, he has said that she still intended to murder him:
Do you still believe she has an ounce of good will? Tell me of it and I will prove you wrong again.Split personality disorder?! You have no idea of what we are, and I would have to clarify that I am
Lithus, Luthus is resting after his battle.
You have no right to choose for us, and it is now obvious that my twin is not falling for the void, as he ended his battle. You no longer have any excuse to back your murder.
My brother is not hampering me, he is the one protecting me from the likes of you, interested in nothing but perpetrating needless bloodbaths in our lands. The only thing that would happen if you killed him would be my weakening and withering, something you surely hope to see...
The only reason why I opposed you in the first place was because you would refuse to end wasting lives needlessly while you could've easily avoided inflicting such pain without limiting your power. It is now clear that you are much worse than any of us could've expected. I did not want any part in this stupid war, all I want is to help mortals progress and lead better lives, but because of people like you I cannot, I am forced to waste all of my energies protecting this little inhospitable piece of sand from you bloodthirsty tyrants.
"No right? Perhaps. But I see this Luthus as only a blight upon your persona and ought be excised. It is clear you disagree and you are defensive of it. I see there is no chance of eliminating him now, unfortunately. If you will not let me eliminate that malignant blight, allow someone else to do so. It is not healthy. And perhaps you would weaken at first once Luthus is gone, but surely you would regain that power and even greater heights in short time. But I doubt we'll ever see that now, yes?"
"And for the last time, this New Kingdom is not my creation. Kill me as you like, but I will die swearing that this Kingdom is not mine."
"Now Lithus, what other accusations must I answer for? I lie, I agree. I sponsored the annexation of the human lands, I agree. I sponsored the expansion of the cattle industry, I agree. I attempted to murder Luthus, I agree. What else do you ask of me?"
"Lithus. Your conclusions are plausible, maybe even probable, but hasty. You're missing important details. You haven't thought this completely through. I can tell."
Plausible? Probable? I do not recall anyone requiring so much (or any at all) evidence for utther's punishment last time. I believe I have brought far enough to justify her execution, what else do you need to know? Or perhaps there is something you know that you would like to bring up? The more we know the better we will be able to deal with this situation.
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 16, 2015, 01:46:38 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 16, 2015, 02:26:51 pm
Was there any purpose in what you said? You did not bring any argument. If you believe I am wrong then debate me. Do not run away in the shadows while making cryptic messages, it brings nothing to the current situation.
But if you wish to simply vanish and abandon this argument then do it. There is nothing stopping you. You are all too apathetic to do anything other than preserve yourselves...
Believe that I am wrong? Prove it.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 16, 2015, 03:38:53 pm
Post by: DreamerGhost on July 16, 2015, 03:42:33 pm
"Pretty (or ugly) words prove nothing."
Let's look at actions then. Mavon is trying to break into Divine library to technologicly uplift races of her choice for free. She has built a weapon specialized for god killing. She is involved with both Uther and New kingdom. Same as you at that. Seems all rather incriminating to me.
Post by: DontBanTheMan on July 16, 2015, 03:46:03 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 16, 2015, 04:18:09 pm
...If no one cares about justice, what am I supposed to conclude? That there is not any form of justice? That the only way to stop a criminal is to kill him myself? Is that what you are all advocating for? Vigilante justice? Is that any different from the rule of the fittest? Are we no better than mere beasts?
Post by: micelus on July 16, 2015, 08:28:19 pm
"Pretty (or ugly) words prove nothing."
Let's look at actions then. Mavon is trying to break into Divine library to technologicly uplift races of her choice for free. She has built a weapon specialized for god killing. She is involved with both Uther and New kingdom. Same as you at that. Seems all rather incriminating to me.
"As I ask once again, if I were to open portals between all racial capitals and the Divine Library, would that at least disprove that I plan to use it to my advantage?"
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Lithus stuff.
"Lithus, I tire of this. You are neither fighting the invaders nor having me killed. If you ever make up your mind, please do tell. I'll be in the Mountainhome if you need me."
Cancel forging the Blade of Light.
2P+1E: Sponsor peaceful civil rights movements in Dwarven territories. If they are assaulted, they are not to fight back.
2E: The Orcish warleaders who led their clans in raids are to be blessed with random blessings of increased strength/intelligence/endurance/charisma
2E: Raise an immortal prophet amongst the Loi'naaryt who preaches that their god Moi'aaty has fallen into an eternal slumber and that they might as well worship other gods, the High Church and Elemental Council in particular. His name shall be Herema
Check up on the technology and culture of CRD.
Check up on Illyria's work.
3E or less: Create a device that redirects the soul of dead Nothingness followers to the High Heavens.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 16, 2015, 10:26:58 pm
I,, will be laug/hing so[] much at your ine||vitable death.
Mavnon, Utther, Patronius, If I ever see any of you dare to touch my lands again I will rip all of your heads off myself. Remove this filth you call new kingdom from my lands. I don't care of your pathetic excuses of a lie you will do it if you care for your damn life, regardless of whatever crap you did to get involved in it. I have wasted enough of my time on this mess. Mavnon, you will be the first to die if you open this damn portal. Gai-gen, block the access to technology in your library, this little piece of ... we call mavnon has made it obvious enough that it is not safe to let it in the open.
...Don't think that ending you three is out of my reach, the tool is almost ready...
..:,D .,COWARDS| BLOOD|/\,//|.batttth;
Post by: FallacyofUrist on July 16, 2015, 10:28:27 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 16, 2015, 10:35:37 pm
"I have a library?"
Sigh...
Do I look like I care about the name of whoever built it? He'll know I was talking to him.
HA)((T-E ALL cowards Y,,,,,,,,,,,,OU
Now everyone leave me alone. Next one to bother me loose a thousand worshipers.
Post by: Vgray on July 17, 2015, 12:34:44 am
"I hope you remember this well my Kin. The wrath of the blood gods will not be held back this time. We acted with more than enough dignity and honor in this affair. We turned to the judgement of our Kin and none came. Blame yourselves for what comes next. Know that you have set this precedent. You have disgraced the power and authority of the Divine and forced us to play by your own selfish rules."
Post by: micelus on July 17, 2015, 10:14:14 am
So the final answer is pathetic, cowardly apathy?
I,, will be laug/hing so[] much at your ine||vitable death.
Mavnon, Utther, Patronius, If I ever see any of you dare to touch my lands again I will rip all of your heads off myself. Remove this filth you call new kingdom from my lands. I don't care of your pathetic excuses of a lie you will do it if you care for your damn life, regardless of whatever crap you did to get involved in it. I have wasted enough of my time on this mess. Mavnon, you will be the first to die if you open this damn portal. Gai-gen, block the access to technology in your library, this little piece of ... we call mavnon has made it obvious enough that it is not safe to let it in the open.
...Don't think that ending you three is out of my reach, the tool is almost ready...
..:,D .,COWARDS| BLOOD|/\,//|.batttth;
"If i recall correctly brother you were the one to leave the field of battle; i only followed suit once i determined no one would actually kill me. of course, everyone is still welcome to try and I'm quite sure someone will."
"And Lorash, you still have not answered me. Either you lack an answer, you are planning something secretly or you simply have not heard me. Which is it, pray tell?"
1E: invent strategy board games. These include a go-expy, a chess-expy, risk-expy and diplomacy-expy. Ensure that every race has at least some knowledge of these games.
Another game, often played by children, is Ants! With a maximum of 8 players, players choose to be Alphas or Archo s. The goal is to conquer the Chitin Moon by having a unit on each tile. Alphas can move their units twice a turn but are fewer while Archons can directly spawn a unit on any tile next an owned tile. Scattered throughout the board are Broodqueen and Nectar Tiles. Both boost the resource production of the player. Tiles can be randomly out together, resulting in a different board each game.
A somewhat more uncommon game, Warband involves pitting two or more warbands one another. Each Warband is composed of different units each with their own abilities. These units are based in real life and as such is a modern military game. Starting factions include the Orcish Tribes (fast units powered by divine blessings but can't take a hit), Clan Rilem (durable soldiers with a horde of disposable Durazni as well as mobility if very little flexibility), Clanless (elite dwarven warriors but slow), The Aag (extremely versatile but no real specialty), Saplings (access to beast units that are able to perform interesting abilities and are overall very defensive in playstyle) and Kingdom (a durable army that has the interesting mechanic of having a dice roll for nearly every action).
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 17, 2015, 12:40:13 pm
1-Bothering me again.
2-Tampering with my lands.
3-Not doing a single action towards the new kingdom.
4- EXIS/}TIN(G
You must be masochist, mavnon. Or perhaps a demonstration is needed before any of you take me seriously? My tool is already good enough for this...
Use the tool at it's lowest power setting on a random rilem city.
((Please read my pm before doing this stirk, I sent you something related to it not too long ago.))
Post by: Detoxicated on July 17, 2015, 02:09:33 pm
"What do you mean, Good sir? Also why do you believe that I had ever tried to kill your immortals, I have better things to do than kill pseudo-immortals."
"And Stellarion, you still have not answered me. Either you lack an answer, you are planning something secretly or you simply have not heard me. Which is it, pray tell?"[/font]
Post by: micelus on July 17, 2015, 04:18:00 pm
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Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 30, 2015, 09:32:05 pm
"Sorry, am I late, or do I need to have someone invent clockwork first...?"
Dgetga looks backwards in time a bit.
"Oh come on, that has got to be...You can't invent inventing because inventing would be required before invention is a thing. Also that's MY domain."
==All One Action==
1-5 E:
'Invent' proper collaborative workshops, and create a town that may or may not resemble Mechanicsburg, right down to a massive Workshop in the center of town.
Said massive Workshop is the closest one would really get to a temple of Dgetga, save any little shrines in the corners, and that only because he is perpetually hanging around, collaborating. His signature octarine gear logo will end up on many blueprints and designs originally coming out of the place.
In addition, craft multitool Keys to the Workshop for legendary inventors, tinkerers, magicians, and artists, (for art is invention, is it not?), consisting of tools of their trade that also incorporate the Octarine Gear motif. These Keys will be found, along with messages to the new owners, in a conspicuous place where the new owner will find them. They also contain directions, but for this tick and/or the next, I shall expend Power to create portals directly to the Workshop for those who are so inclined.
Temples for all the gods will be found in the city, though they will be scattered throughout the city.
Needed resources are produced via automated systems.
==End Action==
==Action==
Expend Power, if required, to stop the...Pods, before they get out of hand.
"Seriously? Von Neumann machines? We do NOT need Von Neumann machines. We don't. Just make a normal race. Or focus on the existing races. And if there WAS an invisible robotic planet somewhere around here, you would probably know."
Post by: ~Neri on July 30, 2015, 09:37:09 pm
A god condenses out of an enormous accretion of Narrativium...."This would likely cost you somewhere in the fifty to one hundred essence range. You have exactly Ten Essence and no income. You may want to consider not killing yourself without actually accomplishing what you're trying to do."
"Sorry, am I late, or do I need to have someone invent clockwork first...?"
Dgetga looks backwards in time a bit.
"Oh come on, that has got to be...You can't invent inventing because inventing would be required before invention is a thing. Also that's MY domain."
==All One Action==
1-5 E:
'Invent' proper collaborative workshops, and create a town that may or may not resemble Mechanicsburg, right down to a massive Workshop in the center of town.
Said massive Workshop is the closest one would really get to a temple of Dgetga, save any little shrines in the corners, and that only because he is perpetually hanging around, collaborating. His signature octarine gear logo will end up on many blueprints and designs originally coming out of the place.
In addition, craft multitool Keys to the Workshop for legendary inventors, tinkerers, magicians, and artists, (for art is invention, is it not?), consisting of tools of their trade that also incorporate the Octarine Gear motif. These Keys will be found, along with messages to the new owners, in a conspicuous place where the new owner will find them. They also contain directions, but for this tick and/or the next, I shall expend Power to create portals directly to the Workshop for those who are so inclined.
Temples for all the gods will be found in the city, though they will be scattered throughout the city.
Needed resources are produced via automated systems.
==End Action==
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 30, 2015, 09:39:30 pm
"There are no other planets. There are the fractured remainders of an attempted Mindfuck Mobius World and a moon made out of living chitin. That is all.""Someone's taking forever to get back to me on costs, so I had to try a wild guess. Thanks for the advice. D'you have a basic price chart about?"A god condenses out of an enormous accretion of Narrativium...."This would likely cost you somewhere in the fifty to one hundred essence range. You have exactly Ten Essence and no income. You may want to consider not killing yourself without actually accomplishing what you're trying to do."
"Sorry, am I late, or do I need to have someone invent clockwork first...?"
Dgetga looks backwards in time a bit.
"Oh come on, that has got to be...You can't invent inventing because inventing would be required before invention is a thing. Also that's MY domain."
==All One Action==
1-5 E:
'Invent' proper collaborative workshops, and create a town that may or may not resemble Mechanicsburg, right down to a massive Workshop in the center of town.
Said massive Workshop is the closest one would really get to a temple of Dgetga, save any little shrines in the corners, and that only because he is perpetually hanging around, collaborating. His signature octarine gear logo will end up on many blueprints and designs originally coming out of the place.
In addition, craft multitool Keys to the Workshop for legendary inventors, tinkerers, magicians, and artists, (for art is invention, is it not?), consisting of tools of their trade that also incorporate the Octarine Gear motif. These Keys will be found, along with messages to the new owners, in a conspicuous place where the new owner will find them. They also contain directions, but for this tick and/or the next, I shall expend Power to create portals directly to the Workshop for those who are so inclined.
Temples for all the gods will be found in the city, though they will be scattered throughout the city.
Needed resources are produced via automated systems.
==End Action==
==Action==
Cancel that action until someone deigns to provide price checks.
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 30, 2015, 09:40:51 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 30, 2015, 10:29:40 pm
Newcomers? Sigh... I suppose you will need to learn a few things about this place if you want to survive.
1-Never EVER trust mavnon, utther or patronius if you care for your lives. These liars only care about their personal gains, and will do everything in their power, including murdering gods, to obtain more influence. Utther is demented and openly stated that his only wish is to destroy everything, especially us gods. Mavnon has not said a single truth in centuries, if not millennia, and has admitted to be planning to murder a god. Patronius is either mad or exceptionally evil, having chosen to associate with them while knowing how destructive they are.
2-I will not tolerate any intrusion to my lands. Thanks to these three psychos I am now punishing any action taken on my nation with extreme prejudice, regardless of the intention.
3-Nobody cares. If you find that someone is plotting for your death or is openly attacking you or your creation you will not be able to rely on anyone to help you. There is no justice, the others have proven so with their apathy.
That is all. This place is terrible but it is the only one available as far as we know. If you are unhappy with it you can either kill yourselves or try to make it a better place.
And before I leave, I have a question for the two of you. Do you want to improve these worlds? Or are you here for power and influence?
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 30, 2015, 10:38:13 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 30, 2015, 11:14:42 pm
"I seek to build an invention that will change the universe, that is all, I could care less about godly politics. Although I may like to have an area to build a workshop mortals can visit.."
Change in a good way or a bad way? This is the only thing I care about. I would usually be interested in this kind of project but I am not in the mood right now.
I do not usually care about these kind of petty conflicts either, but these three idiots forced me into it. Their latest act of villainy consisted of hiding, supporting and manipulating a being that can and want to destroy the entire universe, yourself included, and backing a war against all of creation. I am not interested in fighting suicidal cartoon villains, all I care about is to improve these worlds. These idiots forced me to stop this and fight, and will force you to do the same eventually.
And for these workshops, my pantheon might have an interest in it. Contact me privately if you wish for me to connect you to them.
Luthus appears, with a similar appearance, but not size, to the granite titan:
I have just come to think about it, mavnon and co... If you did not bring your stupid new kingdom into my lands I would not even be fighting you. You three must be moronic for doing this, as if you wanted to suffer. Now I will not stop until you no longer prevent us for doing what we care about, you forced us to do this. I will make the universe a better place, and none of you will stop me. My tool will be ready for anti-god usage soon enough. You will put an end to this debacle you call the new kingdom before my tool is ready if you do not want to be it's first test subjects. Just tell me if you need another example, I would be glad to annihilate your followers again if this is what it takes to force you into action.
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 30, 2015, 11:22:27 pm
"...never attribute to malice what can be as easily credited to incompetence, Liuthus...there is no need to be so incredibly pessimistic...or assume the worst of anyone you've come into conflict with....particularly when they are the god of[/i Conflict...if you will become angry at me...or threaten my Great Trees...for speaking my mind...you will have become what you despise..."[/color]
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 30, 2015, 11:38:19 pm
Post by: ~Neri on July 30, 2015, 11:40:18 pm
Post by: Stirk on July 30, 2015, 11:42:20 pm
((The tech level is too low.
(("Just discovered steel like two ticks ago" low.))
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 30, 2015, 11:43:39 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 30, 2015, 11:59:51 pm
"...Really, Luthus...?...this is what it's come to...?...were you not the one speaking of how important mortals are...?...the only reason they were not punished is because most of the gods, as I take it, are sleeping...or do not see evidence...as I do not...you bring forth conjecture, my friend...you have no proof, and yet you try to act as judge, jury, and executioner!..."
"...never attribute to malice what can be as easily credited to incompetence, Liuthus...there is no need to be so incredibly pessimistic...or assume the worst of anyone you've come into conflict with....particularly when they are the god of[/i Conflict...if you will become angry at me...or threaten my Great Trees...for speaking my mind...you will have become what you despise..."[/color]
Sigh... I speak in blood because it is the only language they speak. I will continue until they stop being a threat to all that exist, regardless of their losses. If they want me to stop they will end their suicidal villainy, along with the new kingdom.
You also seem to think that I hold your opinions and talks in high esteem. Allow me to correct you: you have chosen inaction, even though you at least had the decency to actually respond, and so I am not interested in you anymore than the others. Say what you want against my evidences, nitpick or ignore all you want. Your only interest is in avoiding a death, and by doing so you are ready to discredit, lie and manipulate, even if doing so would put more people in danger. I am not angry, only disappointed. I thought you would be interested in improving the fate of creation, hence why I was so eager to cooperate with you. It seems that I was wrong.
You think I will destroy your creation in blind anger. I no longer know anger, only cold logic.
"A god of conflict. Why not a god of war, or discord? Why must it be conflict, so generalized. Hmm I have so many ideas, which one could sell him that I am not evil. No, too violent, explodes if it touches air, causes rage, spontaneous combustion upon contact with water, AHA!! Perhaps if I helped speed communication among your followers, I have an idea, well two idea really, actually three if you count the power source, called, electricity, computing, and "the internet." they, together, could revolutionize communications!"
"Hmm I have so many ideas, which one could sell him that I am not evil". You should probably learn not to express every single of your thoughts out loud.
I will not destroy you as long as you are not a threat or tamper with my creation without my express consent.
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 31, 2015, 12:08:43 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 31, 2015, 12:20:43 am
"Oh wait, it's just very hard to get things right without putting godly essence into them, and the evil thing is just, I don't care much for morality, I just build whatever thing just pops into my head, and alot of the things are just, failed experiments, like take my attempt make a boat the goes underneath water instead of on it, I don't know how, it caught on fire when it touched water. So don't mistake my reading my notes out loud as all my evil successes, those are all my honest mistakes, and I'm kinda happy I had them, after all, if your perfect at everything, then where's the fun?"
We will see about that.
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 31, 2015, 01:13:42 am
"...if you want to use logic...why would they support the new kingdom...particularly if it is suicidal...they hate all gods...Patronius cannot benefit...Mavnon scarcely benefits...you think he is accomplice simply because he found a way to avoid being struck before he was ready...?...Utther, perhaps, benefits...and I believe that he should be held under the most stringent form of lock and key...stripped of every ounce and speck of power...if he wants nothingness...let us give it to him...but I will not kill for a rumor and an assumption, Liuthus...bring me proof, and you will have aid...it does not help matters that this tick has been drawn out for so long by all this argument, such that nothing can be learned definitively...but you are not using logic...you are using anger...if not blind, then misdirected...at least partially...Mavnon is certainly guilty of crimes, as I have said time and again...but I can do little more than you at this juncture without the aid of the other gods...and if none can agree upon a punishment, nothing can be accomplished..."
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 31, 2015, 01:21:12 am
"Teburshe, you are a very wise god and I couldn't have said that better. Or maybe (probably not) I can: Li/uthus, wake up! Think, leave the faulty logic to me who can actually use it! This is not about Mavnon, this is about you."
Post by: micelus on July 31, 2015, 07:37:23 am
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"A god of conflict. Why not a god of war, or discord? Why must it be conflict, so generalized. Hmm I have so many ideas, which one could sell him that I am not evil. No, too violent, explodes if it touches air, causes rage, spontaneous combustion upon contact with water, AHA!! Perhaps if I helped speed communication among your followers, I have an idea, well two idea really, actually three if you count the power source, called, electricity, computing, and "the internet." they, together, could revolutionize communications!"
Mavnon smirked. It was not often she could act like an elder to another god. "Child of Invention...you are insane. I cannot make heads or tails of your speech and thus far, I cannot understand your Desire. But...welcome nonetheless. Please do enjoy this...eternity."
"Ah and before I forget, please ensure you do not try...working with Utter. His plans are far to destructive."
"I seek to build an invention that will change the universe, that is all, I could care less about godly politics. Although I may like to have an area to build a workshop mortals can visit.."
Change in a good way or a bad way? This is the only thing I care about. I would usually be interested in this kind of project but I am not in the mood right now.
I do not usually care about these kind of petty conflicts either, but these three idiots forced me into it. Their latest act of villainy consisted of hiding, supporting and manipulating a being that can and want to destroy the entire universe, yourself included, and backing a war against all of creation. I am not interested in fighting suicidal cartoon villains, all I care about is to improve these worlds. These idiots forced me to stop this and fight, and will force you to do the same eventually.
And for these workshops, my pantheon might have an interest in it. Contact me privately if you wish for me to connect you to them.
Luthus appears, with a similar appearance, but not size, to the granite titan:
I have just come to think about it, mavnon and co... If you did not bring your stupid new kingdom into my lands I would not even be fighting you. You three must be moronic for doing this, as if you wanted to suffer. Now I will not stop until you no longer prevent us for doing what we care about, you forced us to do this. I will make the universe a better place, and none of you will stop me. My tool will be ready for anti-god usage soon enough. You will put an end to this debacle you call the new kingdom before my tool is ready if you do not want to be it's first test subjects. Just tell me if you need another example, I would be glad to annihilate your followers again if this is what it takes to force you into action.
"My dear Luthus, you truly have no understanding of the threads that have been weaved. Truth be told, neither do I. Still, I will humour you to prove how wrong you are."
Attempt to tell the NK to stop the invasion.
"New gods, one thing Li/uthus didn't mention in their 'tips' is Pantheons. To survive in this harsh world where nobody cares, as they said, you need friends who do care. Two gods co-operating are more poweful than four acting individually. There are currently three Pantheons: one focused on holding power over everything by keeping it in constant conflict, another focused on bringing progress and advancing the world, and a third one focused on keeping it from falling apart while the others duke it out. You can also start your own Pantheon if you gather a couple friends."
"Teburshe, you are a very wise god and I couldn't have said that better. Or maybe (probably not) I can: Li/uthus, wake up! Think, leave the faulty logic to me who can actually use it! This is not about Mavnon, this is about you."
"Conflict? Surely I personally have that goal, to an extent, but dear Patronius does not. Truth be told, the High Church has little true purpose beyond the education of mortals in our values."
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 31, 2015, 08:04:52 am
Post by: micelus on July 31, 2015, 08:21:21 am
"You play a dangerous game. Or a safe one. You can never tell with a god of dreams. A little bit of a logic puzzle. I shall ruminate on this."
Post by: Vgray on July 31, 2015, 11:12:18 am
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 31, 2015, 11:15:53 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 31, 2015, 11:22:41 am
Mavnon, you have incriminated yourself far too much in this affair for me to give you the benefit of doubt, I no longer care to what degree you worked with the new kingdom or utther or anyone else, with all the deceit you pull around this you might as well be behind every single plots of destruction of this universe. What I said would happen if the new kingdom survives still stands.
Teburshe, do you really wish me to believe you while you openly claim to be a liar? Do whatever you want, I do not care anymore. You might as well not be from our pantheon at this point anyways.
Aurosseu, we will have nothing to tell each other until you speak directly, and not with metaphors and enigmas. I do not care if it is in your nature or anything. I can refrain from bringing violent revolutions all over the world, you can speak normally.
As for the new gods, if you want to improve this universe you are welcome to contact us to join our pantheon. Otherwise avoid to threaten my lands or this universe and I will have no reason to fight you.
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 31, 2015, 11:59:11 am
my requests out of frustration...because you did not get your way...you wish to kick me from the pantheon now...why exactly...?...you claim Mavnon to have incriminated himself...yet refuse to bring up actual evidence...are we to assume now that because you do not desire anyone to interfere with your lands...that it must mean that you are building doomsday devices there...?...the vast majority of this is little more than conspiracy theory...and rampant paranoia...in what way do you believe me to be deceiving you, precisely...?...in what way am I trying to manipulate...?...persuade, yes...but if you now consider that to be manipulation...what politics now occur that are not being caused by your accusations...?"
"...you seem to aspire to be a true revolutionary...with the route you are taking...replacing the former tyrant with one of a different shade...threatening anyone who dares question your decisions...and shunning those who do not play the role you choose for them....Uztot, Iliseth, surely you can see that some shred of real evidence...rather than hearsay and presumption...is required before sentencing Patronius...at the least, whose only crime, even in Liuthus' own words, is merely that of association...?...Utther is guilty of many things, and it is clear his previous punishment was not sufficient...Mavnon overstepped his bounds in several respects, foremost among them the conspiracy to kill Luthus...but are we going to be acting on guilt by association, now...?"
Post by: Vgray on July 31, 2015, 12:18:55 pm
"My main concern at this point Teburshe, is that a judgement would be better than the lack of one. Silence is not a good thing to be united in when Utther is the topic of discussion."
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 31, 2015, 12:26:34 pm
"...I will compromise...in this one instance...if the execution of Utther is necessary to come to agreement...I will lend my aid...he desires nonexistence...perhaps it would be best to grant him it..."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 01:03:38 pm
"I have an idea that I'd like to build. As you may have noticed."
((We really ought to codify the pantheons or whatever.))
Anywho.
==Action==
As apparently, I need to differentiate myself from other gods about...I expend up to three Essence on planting the seed of proper inventor's workshops, in proper creative minds of any race whose god will allow it (with, of course, the idea that they are somewhat sacred places, and what one might term a shrine of sorts in the corner...) and if they aren't, in fact, already invented, clocks and clockwork. And possibly timekeeping.
==Action==
Also, I expend up to 3 Power on planting the seeds of 'urban' legends of, you know, me. As I have not, in fact, made any real manifestations. Yet. Those will come later. When those workshops are built.
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 31, 2015, 01:11:00 pm
Aurosseu, we will have nothing to tell each other until you speak directly, and not with metaphors and enigmas. I do not care if it is in your nature or anything. I can refrain from bringing violent revolutions all over the world, you can speak normally.Aurosseu glares at Li/uthus silently for a moment.
"...Liuthus."
"...You are either very insane, or very, very stupid, trying to defeat the god of Conflict in her own game. You have stopped listening to other gods, so I don't even know why I am saying this:"
"There is no way for you to ultimately win or even lose the least, not a single one, on the path you're treading. You need to calm down, rethink your actions, and bring peace in a way that doesn't involve conflict. It might not be too late for you, so make me proud."
"There is more to this, but it is not something I would say publicly, nor to you even privately. Know that if you don't understand a hidden meaning in my speech, you are probably not supposed to."
"will you assist us in carrying out Utther's sentence, whatever it might be...? Aurosseu, would you aid us in this as well...?"I will work for justice to happen. Whether that will involve assisting you, I can't say yet, but I wouldn't be afraid to put money on it, as long as more thought is put into it than last time."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 31, 2015, 01:39:13 pm
As for the treatment of those three, it seems that coming to an agreement will be hard. I have already changed my opinion regarding patronius's judgement. I would only seek to bring a minor punishment due to the fact that he maintained his ties with mavnon despite knowing her destructive nature, perhaps as a reminder that intentional association with evil is not tolerable. We seem to have come to the same conclusion regarding utther, a being whose sole purpose is the destruction of everything will most likely not change. As for mavnon, I highly doubt he will be of any help, considering her previous ties with utther. I would not be surprised if this was just a tactic to be forgiven, that would certainly fit his character. I seriously doubt of her capacity at redemption, he certainly isn't showing any sings of this. I will let her live if he does as I asked, but I will never trust her and I recommend everyone to do the same.
Lithus returns, however his face is... Spidery?
I will ask my pantheon their opinion on your addition. I am sorry for the previous... hostility. You did not exactly come in a peaceful time. Hopefully things will go better in the future.
Edit: Ninja'd.
snip
It seems I have offended you? I do not care about politeness, manners or politics, I bring my points directly and I don't insult without a good reason. If you think this is what I did to you, you are wrong.
I have come to a choice that will certainly not give any victory to mavnon. She either clean his mess and never bother me again, or she gets to be my tool's first test subject. Weaseling out of this in any way will result in direct physical harm and potential death.
If you wish to tell something without saying it, you will not get any response. I will not start playing with your puzzles to learn anything. If this information is important, you will reveal it or it will be ignored. I do not care what means you used to obtain it, if you want anonymity I will bring it.
Post by: Detoxicated on July 31, 2015, 01:41:05 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 31, 2015, 01:43:08 pm
Teburshe, you are again centering all around yourself....I am not this hasty in my judgements....If you believe I am wrong, then by all means bring your arguments, I am open to changing my mind.Aurosseu bursts into roaring laughter, rolling on the 'floor' of the Assembly.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 01:45:25 pm
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 31, 2015, 01:47:47 pm
Post by: ~Neri on July 31, 2015, 01:48:47 pm
Post by: Detoxicated on July 31, 2015, 01:50:24 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 31, 2015, 01:51:48 pm
"...if you desire to know how I wish to bring the world to a higher level...consider for a moment, please...that a healthy ecosystem requires a variety of inhabitants...and a burgeoning population...you think I have been wasting my time, then...? On creating Great Trees...or allowing them to grow and learn on their own...?...I do not know what effect my actions may have that I might be unaware of...I would rather not ruin their progress by fiddling too much...it is not my way...the larger the population, though...the more like ideas are to advance...the more variety within that population...the same can be said...what's more...do you mean the worlds themselves...or those who inhabit them...?...I would very much like to hear what reasons you have to believe a god of Growth...would be uninterested in raising up the world...because I seek to find ways to invest and to safeguard myself and my creations...?...perhaps it is precisely because I cannot fathom what it is that would truly lead to such a conclusion...that is the problem itself...and if that is so... then you have my apologies, friend...but I cannot make a rebuttal to what I do not know..."
"...I will decline, for the moment...to continue speaking of the three...as I believe that we have come to as much of an agreement...as we ever will..."
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 31, 2015, 01:53:15 pm
Post by: ~Neri on July 31, 2015, 01:53:50 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 01:55:38 pm
"That gives me an idea, I say we make a steam powered spaceship!""Perhaps we should make the requisite steps for making anything, first." "You know, because random spaceships are kind of a bit out there." "Also, stop assuming we're all going to go along with you. But the idea of a mechanical planet would be nice, if we could in fact make sure it operated reliably and had materials with which to operate..." "How much magic would be required to produce spare parts..."
Post by: Detoxicated on July 31, 2015, 01:56:12 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 31, 2015, 01:56:30 pm
"Also, to any gods of tech or knowledge, do you want to make a machine planet?""I may not be a tech god, but what kind of machine planet? What would be its purpose?"
Post by: Stirk on July 31, 2015, 01:58:02 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 02:04:52 pm
"Ah you should still do it. Dreams are wild young godlings.""The logistics of a clockwork planet need to be fleshed out first though. How much magic, how much Essence, how do you get there, how do you keep it in place, what is its shape, how does gravity operate...Here goes." "Also, if you really want an entire tech planet, I hope you have thought about how MUCH tech you'd actually need to MAKE. Like, MAKE. This world, apparently, barely has steel."
Post by: ~Neri on July 31, 2015, 02:06:06 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on July 31, 2015, 02:08:58 pm
And clockwork planets? That noise will keep me up every night! Have some damn consideration for your elders!
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 02:12:25 pm
"Pretty much, its purpose is being a machine planet. I was thinking we could either go high-tech computerized, clockwork stuff, or perhaps magic and either or both of the above...Well, magitech.""Also, to any gods of tech or knowledge, do you want to make a machine planet?""I may not be a tech god, but what kind of machine planet? What would be its purpose?"
Dammit, MORE OF YOU?! And already you're thinking up new ways to mess up the already ravaged void of the universe. Awful, just awful. If I had my power back I'd smack the hell out of all of you for even THINKING about doing more stupid things to this universe."It doesn't HAVE to, there are plenty of effective soundproofing things, and I'm sure you could help install them if you want. I'm also reasonably sure I could point people in the right direction, if there was some sort of 'where are we now' tech tree."
And clockwork planets? That noise will keep me up every night! Have some damn consideration for your elders!
Post by: Jbg97 on July 31, 2015, 02:15:15 pm
"It doesn't HAVE to, there are plenty of effective soundproofing things, and I'm sure you could help install them if you want. I'm also reasonably sure I could point people in the right direction, if there was some sort of 'where are we now' tech tree."Oh mark my words, Lithus will make sure that damn thing isn't soundproof! Hell, he'll probably delubricate it just to piss me off even more!
And I dont help install things, I'm too old for that shit!
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 02:19:01 pm
"No, he will not, because I am already planning self-repair systems. I may be somewhat driven by Rule of Cool, but I do, in fact, have a practical side." "You don't actually have to help install, just maybe donate some Essence to the project. I mean, I'll probably install soundproofing anyway. But it would be nice to have more collaborators, as that lowers the costs.""It doesn't HAVE to, there are plenty of effective soundproofing things, and I'm sure you could help install them if you want. I'm also reasonably sure I could point people in the right direction, if there was some sort of 'where are we now' tech tree."Oh mark my words, Lithus will make sure that damn thing isn't soundproof! Hell, he'll probably delubricate it just to piss me off even more!
And I dont help install things, I'm too old for that shit!
Post by: ~Neri on July 31, 2015, 02:23:21 pm
Dammit, MORE OF YOU?! And already you're thinking up new ways to mess up the already ravaged void of the universe. Awful, just awful. If I had my power back I'd smack the hell out of all of you for even THINKING about doing more stupid things to this universe."You are younger then the majority of us you fool. Shush now and pay respect to your elders."
And clockwork planets? That noise will keep me up every night! Have some damn consideration for your elders!
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 02:25:49 pm
"Heh. Ouch."Dammit, MORE OF YOU?! And already you're thinking up new ways to mess up the already ravaged void of the universe. Awful, just awful. If I had my power back I'd smack the hell out of all of you for even THINKING about doing more stupid things to this universe."You are younger then the majority of us you fool. Shush now and pay respect to your elders."
And clockwork planets? That noise will keep me up every night! Have some damn consideration for your elders!
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 31, 2015, 02:35:50 pm
So all who want a high-tech robot planet, say "bot". For all who want a clockwork planet, say "Kiree". For all those who want a mix n' match of the above, say "Patrick". And for those who want magi tech, say "final!"
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 31, 2015, 02:48:07 pm
Aurosseu steeples his fingers evilly.
"What are you going to do now, huh?"
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 02:50:04 pm
"Hmm, maybe we should do this the democratic way, no we don't have democracy, but we are gods, we need no consistency!"...Seriously?"
So all who want a high-tech robot planet, say "bot". For all who want a clockwork planet, say "Kiree". For all those who want a mix n' match of the above, say "Patrick". And for those who want magi tech, say "final!"
"Although, all suggestions are welcome, whether in this space or privately delivered. I will collect a list of feature requests, and requirements. It would, however, help to know what has already been invented."
"Ringo!""Probably, completely ignore the irrelevant chatter."
Aurosseu steeples his fingers evilly.
"What are you going to do now, huh?"
==The List, As Of Me Editing This Post==
- Food production.
- Spare part supply. IMPORTANT.
- Artificial gravity? Could do a hollow sphere, but that would be kind of a waste of space...
- Maintenance.
- Soundproofing, should there be noisy things.
- Lots and lots of houses
- Places to work--Possibly using smaller systems similar to how spare parts are produced to get materials?
- Portal to the planets.
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 31, 2015, 02:53:36 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 02:56:01 pm
"Ringo means that I invent something to bruise a god.""Why, why, why did he have to pick the same sphere....Why..."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 31, 2015, 03:06:25 pm
"...am I not, then...what leads you to this conclusion...?...because I have been too slow for your liking...?...what do you consider a higher level...?...as it may be as simple a matter of that...if you mean of cultural and technological development...then do you blame me for not taking a more direct hand in it...rather than trying to allow it to grow without interference...?...I do not mind leaving the Pantheon if that is truly what both all three of you desire...I would rather not, but if we can only disagree, it might be for the best..."
"...if you desire to know how I wish to bring the world to a higher level...consider for a moment, please...that a healthy ecosystem requires a variety of inhabitants...and a burgeoning population...you think I have been wasting my time, then...? On creating Great Trees...or allowing them to grow and learn on their own...?...I do not know what effect my actions may have that I might be unaware of...I would rather not ruin their progress by fiddling too much...it is not my way...the larger the population, though...the more like ideas are to advance...the more variety within that population...the same can be said...what's more...do you mean the worlds themselves...or those who inhabit them...?...I would very much like to hear what reasons you have to believe a god of Growth...would be uninterested in raising up the world...because I seek to find ways to invest and to safeguard myself and my creations...?...perhaps it is precisely because I cannot fathom what it is that would truly lead to such a conclusion...that is the problem itself...and if that is so... then you have my apologies, friend...but I cannot make a rebuttal to what I do not know..."
"...I will decline, for the moment...to continue speaking of the three...as I believe that we have come to as much of an agreement...as we ever will..."
Neither I or the other members of the pantheon are conspiring against you, rest assured. I wished to know if you really had the same objective as we have. I suppose that your way of acting is less visible than direct actions, but it seems you do have the same wish as we have, now that you present it in this way. I am sorry of doubting of you. The current situation did not help... I need to take a break from this mess.
Teburshe, you are again centering all around yourself....I am not this hasty in my judgements....If you believe I am wrong, then by all means bring your arguments, I am open to changing my mind.Aurosseu bursts into roaring laughter, rolling on the 'floor' of the Assembly.
I can see that you bring the same highly valued and helpful input as always, aurroseu. I should probably stop expecting any more coming from you.
Building spaceships and a technological planet? Finally something constructive to do. I will gladly help in any way I can. I would only request that the technology developed as part of this project be available to every mortal. For the choice, I vote for every single option. We shouldn't limit ourselves to a narrow category.
Dgetga, I have been meaning to develop the steam engine for a while, something I would've already done if not of mavnon and co. Would you be interested in working with me toward it's creation and spread? And while I have your attention, would you be interested in joining our pantheon? Anyone that want to contribute to make this place better is welcome.
"It doesn't HAVE to, there are plenty of effective soundproofing things, and I'm sure you could help install them if you want. I'm also reasonably sure I could point people in the right direction, if there was some sort of 'where are we now' tech tree."Oh mark my words, Lithus will make sure that damn thing isn't soundproof! Hell, he'll probably delubricate it just to piss me off even more!
And I dont help install things, I'm too old for that shit!
Oh look, even utther came to say hello in his own special way.
I am not interested in angering you for the sake of angering you. If you harm anything you will pay but in the meantime I couldn't care less about you and your constant complaints.
I wouldn't recommend the two of you do be scared of him. He talks a lot and act little, and when he does he is quickly punished.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 03:13:24 pm
((Sorry, don't know names yet.))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 31, 2015, 03:24:15 pm
Good. I will notify my pantheon immediately. We will bring you our decision as soon as it is done, I don't see any reason for you to be refused so far but I do not want to start making decisions for the pantheon without their input. As for the steam engine, we will have to wait a bit before, I urgently need to finish a few things before I can get involved in another project.
Post by: Jbg97 on July 31, 2015, 03:41:05 pm
I'll smack the shit out of both you damn kids."Heh. Ouch."Dammit, MORE OF YOU?! And already you're thinking up new ways to mess up the already ravaged void of the universe. Awful, just awful. If I had my power back I'd smack the hell out of all of you for even THINKING about doing more stupid things to this universe."You are younger then the majority of us you fool. Shush now and pay respect to your elders."
And clockwork planets? That noise will keep me up every night! Have some damn consideration for your elders!
Post by: ~Neri on July 31, 2015, 03:45:36 pm
"You have less net income."I'll smack the shit out of both you damn kids."Heh. Ouch."Dammit, MORE OF YOU?! And already you're thinking up new ways to mess up the already ravaged void of the universe. Awful, just awful. If I had my power back I'd smack the hell out of all of you for even THINKING about doing more stupid things to this universe."You are younger then the majority of us you fool. Shush now and pay respect to your elders."
And clockwork planets? That noise will keep me up every night! Have some damn consideration for your elders!
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 31, 2015, 03:56:27 pm
Neither I or the other members of the pantheon are conspiring against you, rest assured. I wished to know if you really had the same objective as we have. I suppose that your way of acting is less visible than direct actions, but it seems you do have the same wish as we have, now that you present it in this way. I am sorry of doubting of you. The current situation did not help... I need to take a break from this mess.
"...that is, I think...an example of what I mean when I speak of the Shadows...deception is there, in a manner of speaking...but it is subtlety...and indirect change...that are more closely associated with it...I simply could not find the words for it...shadows conceal...and they obscure...but they rarely lie...they simply allow one to take the conclusions about what they mean...without correction...perhaps it is my fault...for thinking it would be clear...my apologies..."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 31, 2015, 04:31:52 pm
Neither I or the other members of the pantheon are conspiring against you, rest assured. I wished to know if you really had the same objective as we have. I suppose that your way of acting is less visible than direct actions, but it seems you do have the same wish as we have, now that you present it in this way. I am sorry of doubting of you. The current situation did not help... I need to take a break from this mess.
"...that is, I think...an example of what I mean when I speak of the Shadows...deception is there, in a manner of speaking...but it is subtlety...and indirect change...that are more closely associated with it...I simply could not find the words for it...shadows conceal...and they obscure...but they rarely lie...they simply allow one to take the conclusions about what they mean...without correction...perhaps it is my fault...for thinking it would be clear...my apologies..."
I was addressing what you said about growth, and the means you use to bring it. I am still glad to see I was wrong on this other point too.
I am happy we were able to resolve this peacefully through discussion.
Post by: Rolepgeek on July 31, 2015, 04:51:20 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 07:31:49 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 31, 2015, 07:35:53 pm
"Augh! WHAT THE CARP IS GOING ON WITH THIS WORLD'S MAGIC SYSTEMS?!?! They're ALL OVER THE PLACE!"
"They"?
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 07:38:48 pm
*indicates the variety of magics about*"Augh! WHAT THE CARP IS GOING ON WITH THIS WORLD'S MAGIC SYSTEMS?!?! They're ALL OVER THE PLACE!"
"They"?
((See DS's list, ye?))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 31, 2015, 07:46:03 pm
*indicates the variety of magics about*"Augh! WHAT THE CARP IS GOING ON WITH THIS WORLD'S MAGIC SYSTEMS?!?! They're ALL OVER THE PLACE!"
"They"?
((See DS's list, ye?))
Oh, is that it? I don't really see the problem. Having multiple systems offer a greater diversity of choice, rendering magic as a whole far more versatile.
Isn't that something you should like? The abundance of magic should be empowering your second aspect.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 07:56:33 pm
"True, but...It seems so sloppy to have multiple small systems as opposed to one big, unifying system. Or, at least, you know. A system with subsystems."*indicates the variety of magics about*"Augh! WHAT THE CARP IS GOING ON WITH THIS WORLD'S MAGIC SYSTEMS?!?! They're ALL OVER THE PLACE!"
"They"?
((See DS's list, ye?))
Oh, is that it? I don't really see the problem. Having multiple systems offer a greater diversity of choice, rendering magic as a whole far more versatile.
Isn't that something you should like? The abundance of magic should be empowering your second aspect.
Also, 3E to Iliseth, as magic fees. Because magic.
Post by: Stirk on July 31, 2015, 08:01:59 pm
"True, but...It seems so sloppy to have multiple small systems as opposed to one big, unifying system. Or, at least, you know. A system with subsystems."*indicates the variety of magics about*"Augh! WHAT THE CARP IS GOING ON WITH THIS WORLD'S MAGIC SYSTEMS?!?! They're ALL OVER THE PLACE!"
"They"?
((See DS's list, ye?))
Oh, is that it? I don't really see the problem. Having multiple systems offer a greater diversity of choice, rendering magic as a whole far more versatile.
Isn't that something you should like? The abundance of magic should be empowering your second aspect.
((Someone tell him about True Magic~))
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 08:05:02 pm
Post by: Andres on July 31, 2015, 08:07:01 pm
((Go ahead.))(Void stuff. Unstable, unsafe, untestable, and evil. Don't touch it.)
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 08:10:13 pm
((Oh, WHAT FUN.))((Go ahead.))(Void stuff. Unstable, unsafe, untestable, and evil. Don't touch it.)
((Seriously. Why. WHY. WHY THE FISH.))
((All the same.))
"All right, this is simply untenable. I'm going to DO THINGS. If any of you want to help, I'd appreciate it. Uniting magic....Here goes."
==Action==
Expend as much Essence as is required, unless I run out of Essence, to craft a metamagic system to unite the systems that can be united. I am going to hypothesize that 'True Magic' will not be included in such. Also, this will result in an expansion of effects of types of magic beyond, perhaps, their original scope. Specifically, pyromancers will find that they can, surprisingly enough, do things other than create fire. Because mental force really should be more versatile. This is a theoretically collaborative effort, if anyone wants to contribute.
==End Action==
Post by: Andres on July 31, 2015, 08:13:00 pm
(Because it actively hates you and wants to kill you. Unless you make a deal with whatever Void beings exist, it'll do everything in its power to strip you of your power and ruin your creations. Making a deal is a very bad idea, if Ye Gods was anything to go by.)((Oh, WHAT FUN.))((Go ahead.))(Void stuff. Unstable, unsafe, untestable, and evil. Don't touch it.)
((Seriously. Why. WHY. WHY THE FISH.))
Post by: Stirk on July 31, 2015, 08:13:55 pm
((Go ahead.))(Void stuff. Unstable, unsafe, untestable, and evil. Don't touch it.)
((That is pure conjecture!
Quote
There *is* also a mysterious ambient energy all Gods are instinctively aware is known as "Magic", however it is separated from this world. Think of it like an energy trapped behind a foggy pane of bulletproof glass, they can see something on the other side but can not get to it. A coordinated effort from multiple gods could put a hole in the glass, giving magic to mortals, but you would not understand how it works.
))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 31, 2015, 08:16:09 pm
((Didn't stirk say something at some point about making the void stuff more hostile and alien? So far our only contact with them is through a massive army of brainwashed husks. That and apparently killing them infects you or something.))(Because it actively hates you and wants to kill you. Unless you make a deal with whatever Void beings exist, it'll do everything in its power to strip you of your power and ruin your creations. Making a deal is a very bad idea, if Ye Gods was anything to go by.)((Oh, WHAT FUN.))((Go ahead.))(Void stuff. Unstable, unsafe, untestable, and evil. Don't touch it.)
((Seriously. Why. WHY. WHY THE FISH.))
Post by: Stirk on July 31, 2015, 08:17:39 pm
((Didn't stirk say something at some point about making the void stuff more hostile and alien? So far our only contact with them is through a massive army of brainwashed husks. That and apparently killing them infects you or something.))
((That is pure conjecture!
Post by: FArgHalfnr on July 31, 2015, 08:19:14 pm
((Didn't stirk say something at some point about making the void stuff more hostile and alien? So far our only contact with them is through a massive army of brainwashed husks. That and apparently killing them infects you or something.))
((That is pure conjecture!
((so it wasn't you? I swear I remember someone talking about that before litany really started.))
Post by: Stirk on July 31, 2015, 08:20:22 pm
((Didn't stirk say something at some point about making the void stuff more hostile and alien? So far our only contact with them is through a massive army of brainwashed husks. That and apparently killing them infects you or something.))
((That is pure conjecture!
((so it wasn't you? I swear I remember someone talking about that before litany really started.))
((The syntax of that sentence was deliberately vague :P))
Post by: Andres on July 31, 2015, 08:20:55 pm
((Go ahead.))(Void stuff. Unstable, unsafe, untestable, and evil. Don't touch it.)
((That is pure conjecture!QuoteThere *is* also a mysterious ambient energy all Gods are instinctively aware is known as "Magic", however it is separated from this world. Think of it like an energy trapped behind a foggy pane of bulletproof glass, they can see something on the other side but can not get to it. A coordinated effort from multiple gods could put a hole in the glass, giving magic to mortals, but you would not understand how it works.
))
It was a dirty lie, and you all knew that. You should all know by now that you can't trust a word I say.
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 31, 2015, 08:22:16 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 08:25:21 pm
((Maybe we should take this to the OOC?))((Aye.))
Post by: Stirk on July 31, 2015, 08:32:00 pm
((Maybe we should take this to the OOC?))
((They where supposed to tell you IC. Aww.))
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 08:37:15 pm
((Right, to get back to business...))((Oh, WHAT FUN.))((Go ahead.))(Void stuff. Unstable, unsafe, untestable, and evil. Don't touch it.)
((Seriously. Why. WHY. WHY THE FISH.))
((All the same.))
"All right, this is simply untenable. I'm going to DO THINGS. If any of you want to help, I'd appreciate it. Uniting magic....Here goes."
==Action==
Expend as much Essence as is required, unless I run out of Essence, to craft a metamagic system to unite the systems that can be united. I am going to hypothesize that 'True Magic' will not be included in such. Also, this will result in an expansion of effects of types of magic beyond, perhaps, their original scope. Specifically, pyromancers will find that they can, surprisingly enough, do things other than create fire. Because mental force really should be more versatile. This is a theoretically collaborative effort, if anyone wants to contribute.
==End Action==
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on July 31, 2015, 08:42:25 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 08:44:44 pm
(I am gonna treat this as if that were IC) "Yes, but the use of it must be powerful for such strong blowback, maybe I could make something that absorbs the blowback, just giving us the results?""What." "Oh, stop breaking the Fourth Wall, I don't have TIME for that." "Also, help would be appreciated with my current endeavor, thanks."
Post by: micelus on July 31, 2015, 10:22:54 pm
(I am gonna treat this as if that were IC) "Yes, but the use of it must be powerful for such strong blowback, maybe I could make something that absorbs the blowback, just giving us the results?"
"Godling, dare to touch the Void and I will kill you. What lies beyond Creation is not meant to be tinkered or touched."
"...Mavnon, will you assist us in carrying out Utther's sentence, whatever it might be...?...Patronius, would you do the same...?...I can do little more than ask, Uztot...though that much I certainly can do...Aurosseu, would you aid us in this as well...?...I would ask every god...but the newcomers need time to plant their own seeds...and Ihave my doubts as to how well the rest are listening...and indeed, now much they would care...or be able to help..."
"...I will compromise...in this one instance...if the execution of Utther is necessary to come to agreement...I will lend my aid...he desires nonexistence...perhaps it would be best to grant him it..."
"Brother, as I have stated before, I see little reason to punish him simply for carrying out their inner Desire....if that was all he was doing. Destruction is a natural component of Creation and so far, that is all Utther has been guilty of...unless you have information which I lack. I will not act against him unless you can provide evidence towards an actual attempt to open the world to the Void. If you can provide it, I will happily punish him and kill him myself."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 11:11:41 pm
"Especially as just about every single thing you find behind the curtain of reality is generally some sort of eldritch abomination intent on destroying ALL the things. Which is part of why I'm trying to get a cohesive metamagic together, because a disjoint system will not help should we have to deal with whatever is behind that. Granted, I don't know if ANYTHING will, so, yeah."
"That, and the sheer number of systems is not only mind-boggling, but needlessly so. One form of magic could have accomplished what has been done before. Except maybe whatever this Art is."
Post by: micelus on July 31, 2015, 11:28:56 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on July 31, 2015, 11:40:42 pm
"The Art? That's Illiseth's soul magic, if I recall. It does...several things, though from what I can tell, it is difficult to master.""Thought so."
"The question is, though, whether metamagic could incorporate that, as it's qualitatively different from most of the other stuff about...And whether it really should."
==Action==
Should metamagic be succeeding so far, hold in abeyance any application of it to Iliseth, etc.'s Art. Don't want to have casual manipulation of souls be a thing...
Post by: IcyTea31 on July 31, 2015, 11:56:41 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 01, 2015, 12:10:04 am
"I'm curious whether you know enough about the systems to create this 'metamagic'. It's all there for the curious to find, I know, but I haven't released every detail about totem magic just yet.""Similarly to ritual magic not having a spell until a spell is made, fill-in-the-blanks and/or revisionism is probably a thing that will have always have happened as needed to fit updates. Or new forms of magic. Because while I just said that there were too many, there's still nothing incorporating proper logic statements. Really, it's just saying, "All magic is the same underlying stuff accomplished in different ways." Which really does need to be said."
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 01, 2015, 12:16:20 am
...newest god...to create a system capable of so much variety as you seem to desire...is prohibitively expensive for the most of us...not to mention unnecessary...and in some cases...harmful..."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 01, 2015, 12:40:33 am
"...be that as it may, Mavnon...it is not a matter of misconduct...it is a matter of the threat he poses...though one might consider his inanity to be criminal in how profoundly it annoys...((Second-newest.))
...newest god...to create a system capable of so much variety as you seem to desire...is prohibitively expensive for the most of us...not to mention unnecessary...and in some cases...harmful..."
"It's not a new system, per se, but the underpinnings that would connect existing systems. And theoretically allow for additions, but those come later."
"Harmful? Elaborate, please."
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 01, 2015, 01:18:37 am
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 01, 2015, 08:01:47 am
"And no, I don't see any more potential for misuse than that which already exists, because if someone was going to exploit magic systems like that, they would still do it."
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 01, 2015, 11:35:06 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 01, 2015, 11:50:10 am
I would also be curious to know how do you plan to integrate future systems to this. Would that require some effort from the creator, or would that be handled by you? I have been thinking about devising a magic system designed to work especially well with science, something that would make technomancy much easier and useful. This isn't something I plan to do in the near future, I have way too many projects going on and it is still a draft.
And if you need help concerning art magic, I might be able to provide some help. I do not know to what extend information regarding it is available to everyone, but I do understand it's functioning well due to my involvement in it's creation.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 01, 2015, 12:00:27 pm
I am personally very curious to see the results. For a large scale project such as this one, I would recommend dividing the task in multiple steps. I would also recommend asking the help of gods with relevant aspects, as they can provide a discount to the project without needing to involve themselves in any way."Thanks for the advice. As it happens, I was going to do technomancy as soon as this was finished. In theory, once the framework is built, new magics will simply take the path of least resistance, in that metamagic will have provided a framework within which to construct new methods of thaumaturgy, sort of like a coding language as opposed to machine language."
I would also be curious to know how do you plan to integrate future systems to this. Would that require some effort from the creator, or would that be handled by you? I have been thinking about devising a magic system designed to work especially well with science, something that would make technomancy much easier and useful. This isn't something I plan to do in the near future, I have way too many projects going on and it is still a draft.
And if you need help concerning art magic, I might be able to provide some help. I do not know to what extend information regarding it is available to everyone, but I do understand it's functioning well due to my involvement in it's creation.
==Revision Of Action==
Expending Essence as required, or to current reserves, establish a basic thaumic unit/field, similarly to the Higgs field (permeates everything and gives it thaumaturgical "mass"). Make it such that all current magics can, in fact, work by affecting said field.
"I would appreciate help, but I really don't know who to ask."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 01, 2015, 02:55:10 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 01, 2015, 06:57:04 pm
"Right. If you all don't mind, Izgamlo, Lorash, Char, Aurosseau, Illiseth, Teburshe, Alicia, I would appreciate your help with this work as it is, in the end, your stuff that I'm working with, even as I'm creating something new. I don't know if I will need any more Essence, but hopefully with a large number of gods working on it, the system should move more smoothly..."
((You know, this is kind of in both of my aspects. If you consider discovering laws of nature inventing, which I kind of do.))
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 01, 2015, 07:49:41 pm
"Izgamlo, apparently you can help with this project? Also, anyone else who wants to help, I would appreciate any assistance, material or otherwise. Even just showing up. Because more gods working, even if only one is funding the project, somehow lowers the costs. Probably something to do with Humes, if we can consider a unit that doesn't even necessarily exist in this universe as a measure. Is there a system to measure how malleable reality is...Later, later. So many things I want to do, so little power to do them with!""I can give moral support!"
"Right. If you all don't mind, Izgamlo, Lorash, Char, Aurosseau, Illiseth, Teburshe, Alicia, I would appreciate your help with this work as it is, in the end, your stuff that I'm working with, even as I'm creating something new. I don't know if I will need any more Essence, but hopefully with a large number of gods working on it, the system should move more smoothly..."
((You know, this is kind of in both of my aspects. If you consider discovering laws of nature inventing, which I kind of do.))
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 01, 2015, 07:55:38 pm
"Izgamlo, apparently you can help with this project? Also, anyone else who wants to help, I would appreciate any assistance, material or otherwise. Even just showing up. Because more gods working, even if only one is funding the project, somehow lowers the costs. Probably something to do with Humes, if we can consider a unit that doesn't even necessarily exist in this universe as a measure. Is there a system to measure how malleable reality is...Later, later. So many things I want to do, so little power to do them with!""I can give moral support!"
"Right. If you all don't mind, Izgamlo, Lorash, Char, Aurosseau, Illiseth, Teburshe, Alicia, I would appreciate your help with this work as it is, in the end, your stuff that I'm working with, even as I'm creating something new. I don't know if I will need any more Essence, but hopefully with a large number of gods working on it, the system should move more smoothly..."
((You know, this is kind of in both of my aspects. If you consider discovering laws of nature inventing, which I kind of do.))
"Also you can give Essence. You know, because you have some and aren't currently using it."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 01, 2015, 08:33:03 pm
I have taken measures to end any threat towards our nation.
As for the better news, two new gods came to be, each with interests compatible with our cause. Cooperation is to be expected in the future. I have also taken measures to put an end to the new kingdom's endless assaults. Several projects are also underway as mentioned earlier, each with many expected benefits.
Return to the assembly as Luthus:
Mavnon, I expect you to take real actions against the new kingdom as soon as your message fails to have any effect. I will not forget what I told you, you are better not to. I will expect frequent progress reports if you choose not to perform your actions publicly, you do not want me to think you are not doing anything. I also expect your orcs to leave the Aag desert entirely. They will soon loose their only advantage, and you will not want them to be caught if you have an ounce of empathy for them.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 01, 2015, 08:47:23 pm
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 01, 2015, 08:58:45 pm
"I am using my essence in my robot project right now.""Izgamlo, apparently you can help with this project? Also, anyone else who wants to help, I would appreciate any assistance, material or otherwise. Even just showing up. Because more gods working, even if only one is funding the project, somehow lowers the costs. Probably something to do with Humes, if we can consider a unit that doesn't even necessarily exist in this universe as a measure. Is there a system to measure how malleable reality is...Later, later. So many things I want to do, so little power to do them with!""I can give moral support!"
"Right. If you all don't mind, Izgamlo, Lorash, Char, Aurosseau, Illiseth, Teburshe, Alicia, I would appreciate your help with this work as it is, in the end, your stuff that I'm working with, even as I'm creating something new. I don't know if I will need any more Essence, but hopefully with a large number of gods working on it, the system should move more smoothly..."
((You know, this is kind of in both of my aspects. If you consider discovering laws of nature inventing, which I kind of do.))
"Also you can give Essence. You know, because you have some and aren't currently using it."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 01, 2015, 09:10:07 pm
3E to Illiseth & Co for learning the Art.
Expend up to 3E, though hopefully less, on a Workshop of varying size that will manifest access points, commonly somewhat thematic doors, to Great Minds (innovators, people capable of making creative leaps given training, people who already have made said leaps...), whether of Art, Science, Magic, or any of the above. Heck, maybe even writers.
Expend as needed on creating a thaumic equivalent of the Higgs field that will work in such a way as to allow current magics to work in their current forms. Well, really, all I'm doing is seeding a particle and watching it collapse into the background field...
Post by: micelus on August 01, 2015, 11:08:45 pm
Responding to Luthus, Mavnon spoke oncemore with a bit less skepticism in his voice.
"I am not beholden to you brother but suffice to say, you will not need any 'reports'. As for my orcs, I was not aware they were actually in the Aag nation currently. As I see your continual desire for isolation, I will inform the tribes there to leave. This only weakens the Aag, brother."
Tell the Orcs to leave the Aag nation.
Cancel the formation of a civil rights movement in the Dwarven realms. A large enough population already seems to be tolerant of the Rilemi.
2E: Establish the Escuela del Estrambólico in a prominent dwarven nation. It is to be dedicated to teaching ALL magical arts, regardless of one's nationality, wealth or race. The essence is to be used to 'pay' for magical instructors as well as applying innate magic to the school itself. Promotion within the school's leadership is only possible by proving a current member wrong or defeating them in a duel.
Post by: Andres on August 01, 2015, 11:22:05 pm
"I still have your permission to do this, right, Teburshe?"
Post by: ~Neri on August 01, 2015, 11:33:16 pm
She provides no explanation for the potato, just hands the potato and poofs off. This will probably confuse him.
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 01, 2015, 11:42:54 pm
Nilva gives Huon a perfectly ordinary potato. There is nothing special about it beyond that it has a happyface drawn on it. Sorta like a :DAurosseu follows suit with a tomato with a starburst pattern carved on it.
She provides no explanation for the potato, just hands the potato and poofs off. This will probably confuse him.
Aurosseu builds a pillow fort with 5P and hunkers down, apparently expecting something dangerous to happen this Tick.
Post by: ~Neri on August 01, 2015, 11:47:05 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 01, 2015, 11:49:32 pm
"I'd appreciate if you'd put some of your Power in to make it stronger, though."
Post by: ~Neri on August 01, 2015, 11:54:20 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 02, 2015, 12:00:12 am
Try to justify your aspect however you want, peace will allow us to focus on progress.
Analyze the pillow fort as it dissipate at the end of the tick. Take note of anything found.
I never say no to an opportunity to perform research. I have a theory I want to test, something you will all want to hear about if it is confirmed.
Post by: micelus on August 02, 2015, 12:02:59 am
"Conflict? Very well, if I remove that aspect will you rescind the ban?"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 02, 2015, 12:04:45 am
((I actually forgot about that. Dunno why I did that; those kind of games already do that naturally.))
"Conflict? Very well, if I remove that aspect will you rescind the ban?"
I would indeed agree to remove the ban.
Post by: micelus on August 02, 2015, 12:05:24 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 02, 2015, 12:22:52 am
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 02, 2015, 01:06:33 am
This is only to be done if I have 10 Essence this Tick and I haven't spend it on anything (I should have 10E next Tick): Create 2E worth of Humans in Sapling lands. Their strongest will become templars and their wisest will become priests. I give them as much technology as I can for free. They are to remain separate from the Saplings but allied to them. The Human exiles from other lands will go to the city that these Humans found. I use 1E to increase my Leader angel's power."...yes, though...you are creating them now...rather than transporting them...?...additionally...you could simply ask the Saplings for some technology..."
"I still have your permission to do this, right, Teburshe?"
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 02, 2015, 09:36:29 am
"If you want, I can kickstart technological development. However, I'm probably going to need the essence to do it with as at this point, I'm just about out."This is only to be done if I have 10 Essence this Tick and I haven't spend it on anything (I should have 10E next Tick): Create 2E worth of Humans in Sapling lands. Their strongest will become templars and their wisest will become priests. I give them as much technology as I can for free. They are to remain separate from the Saplings but allied to them. The Human exiles from other lands will go to the city that these Humans found. I use 1E to increase my Leader angel's power."...yes, though...you are creating them now...rather than transporting them...?...additionally...you could simply ask the Saplings for some technology..."
"I still have your permission to do this, right, Teburshe?"
"Wait, I could use Power for that."
I use as much Power as needed, to a limit of 10, to basically kick creativity into overdrive across the world, if at all possible. Planting the seeds of ideas...And then they bloom.
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on August 02, 2015, 07:27:39 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 02, 2015, 09:33:03 pm
"Ah, New gods! I welcome you to our tiny domain, and I hope you enjoy your stay. I am Alicia, goddess of music and emotions, mother of the Muses, creator of Elysium and member of the elemental council. Please try to refrain from shattering reality or ending all life created by us in any other way. ""A pleasure, I'm sure. As somewhat of a muse of the sciences, it is nice to see that there is someone else."
"...If I may be so bold as to inquire, how do you create the gradient in your speech? It seems quite a feat to do manually."
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 02, 2015, 09:39:51 pm
"A gradient in her speech, you say? Good to see others are noticing things like that as well. I wouldn't have expected it from your spheres, but good, good..."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 02, 2015, 10:19:11 pm
Aurosseu catches himself about to giggle."Oh, no, you can expect MANY things from creatively applied magitech. Like medium awareness."
"A gradient in her speech, you say? Good to see others are noticing things like that as well. I wouldn't have expected it from your spheres, but good, good..."
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 02, 2015, 10:25:15 pm
Post by: Vgray on August 02, 2015, 11:34:19 pm
Aurosseu catches himself about to giggle.
"A gradient in her speech, you say? Good to see others are noticing things like that as well. I wouldn't have expected it from your spheres, but good, good..."
"What in the name of Us are you two going on about? And they call me insane just because I have a few extra memories."
Post by: ~Neri on August 02, 2015, 11:44:44 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 02, 2015, 11:45:40 pm
Aurosseu catches himself about to giggle.
"A gradient in her speech, you say? Good to see others are noticing things like that as well. I wouldn't have expected it from your spheres, but good, good..."
"What in the name of Us are you two going on about? And they call me insane just because I have a few extra memories."
I believe they are doing what is known as "breaking the fourth wall". This "fourth wall" is indeed a very exiting philosophical and scientific theory.
Anyone taking attention to this would, for example, notice that my "text color" has changed multiple time recently. Another thing of note would be the "Out of context discussion" that happened here recently, containing intriguing pieces of information on the void, if they are true.
Edit:
I wonder what this "Edit" means. Nivla, I have a question, is there any reason for your previous change in "text color"? I noticed you had moved from pink to purple, and to pink again. Simple curiosity.
Post by: Vgray on August 02, 2015, 11:49:33 pm
"Not you too. I thought you were one of the sane ones."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 02, 2015, 11:55:26 pm
Azem groans.
"Not you too. I thought you were one of the sane ones."
Note that I still only see this as a theory. Also note that I have been using the word "theory" under the more common meaning, and not the scientific one.
Post by: ~Neri on August 03, 2015, 12:02:49 am
"There most certainly is a reason. What that reason is, you will have to guess~"Aurosseu catches himself about to giggle.
"A gradient in her speech, you say? Good to see others are noticing things like that as well. I wouldn't have expected it from your spheres, but good, good..."
"What in the name of Us are you two going on about? And they call me insane just because I have a few extra memories."
I believe they are doing what is known as "breaking the fourth wall". This "fourth wall" is indeed a very exiting philosophical and scientific theory.
Anyone taking attention to this would, for example, notice that my "text color" has changed multiple time recently. Another thing of note would be the "Out of context discussion" that happened here recently, containing intriguing pieces of information on the void, if they are true.
Edit:
I wonder what this "Edit" means. Nivla, I have a question, is there any reason for your previous change in "text color"? I noticed you had moved from pink to purple, and to pink again. Simple curiosity.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 03, 2015, 12:06:06 am
"There most certainly is a reason. What that reason is, you will have to guess~"Aurosseu catches himself about to giggle.
"A gradient in her speech, you say? Good to see others are noticing things like that as well. I wouldn't have expected it from your spheres, but good, good..."
"What in the name of Us are you two going on about? And they call me insane just because I have a few extra memories."
I believe they are doing what is known as "breaking the fourth wall". This "fourth wall" is indeed a very exiting philosophical and scientific theory.
Anyone taking attention to this would, for example, notice that my "text color" has changed multiple time recently. Another thing of note would be the "Out of context discussion" that happened here recently, containing intriguing pieces of information on the void, if they are true.
Edit:
I wonder what this "Edit" means. Nivla, I have a question, is there any reason for your previous change in "text color"? I noticed you had moved from pink to purple, and to pink again. Simple curiosity.
My hypothesis is that these change are governed by the emotions of the speaker. A significant change of mentality could also potentially cause this, probably.
Post by: Stirk on August 03, 2015, 12:07:50 am
Post by: ~Neri on August 03, 2015, 12:20:44 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 03, 2015, 01:53:00 am
"Speaking of the Void, all this extra-reality talk is starting to chip away at the fragile Fabric of this existence! If you keep this up, EVERYTHING COULD BE DESTROYED FRIENDS! My Friend tells me this statement lacks cannons, but I still fear the possibility!""'EVERYTHING COULD BE DESTROYED FRIENDS'? Seems important, being in all capital letters. Now might be a good idea to confess to a little shenanigan I had with Nilva..."
FLASHBACK
"Oh, you mean past the wall of fours?"
"Dunno why it's fours. Like, shouldn't there be a wall of threes or twos or ones also?"
"The wall of fours?"
Aurosseu turns to look at you. Yes, you.
"Oh, that one. Kind of an elephant in the room. Hm, needs some je ne sais quoi."
Aurosseu pulls out a hammer and a nail, uses the former to strike the latter partway into the wall, and hangs a lampshade on it.
"Perfect. Let's just hope I didn't breach its structural integrity with that nail or anything. I got it from a pretty trustworthy-seeming Dreamborn gunsmith named Tšehov, so it's probably fine."
FLASHBACK END
Aurosseu points at you again.
"That crack in the wall that has spread from the nail doesn't look good. Luckily, as said by that mystery person, nobody has fired a cannon at it, so it's still non-can(n)on."
Post by: Jbg97 on August 03, 2015, 02:52:56 am
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on August 03, 2015, 04:20:25 am
"An ancient kind of magic (http://www.stuffbydavid.com/textcolorizer) colors my speech""Ah, New gods! I welcome you to our tiny domain, and I hope you enjoy your stay. I am Alicia, goddess of music and emotions, mother of the Muses, creator of Elysium and member of the elemental council. Please try to refrain from shattering reality or ending all life created by us in any other way. ""A pleasure, I'm sure. As somewhat of a muse of the sciences, it is nice to see that there is someone else."
"...If I may be so bold as to inquire, how do you create the gradient in your speech? It seems quite a feat to do manually."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 03, 2015, 09:42:09 am
"Thank you.""An ancient kind of magic (http://www.stuffbydavid.com/textcolorizer) colors my speech""Ah, New gods! I welcome you to our tiny domain, and I hope you enjoy your stay. I am Alicia, goddess of music and emotions, mother of the Muses, creator of Elysium and member of the elemental council. Please try to refrain from shattering reality or ending all life created by us in any other way. ""A pleasure, I'm sure. As somewhat of a muse of the sciences, it is nice to see that there is someone else."
"...If I may be so bold as to inquire, how do you create the gradient in your speech? It seems quite a feat to do manually."
"And all of that, from a simple question? For what it's worth, I'm perfectly sane, but occasionally meta."
"The reality of this existence is that theoretically we can be medium-aware. You know, because some of us are."
"I'm going to go back to pretending I can't now."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 03, 2015, 03:03:29 pm
"Listen to Agali. He knows what he's talking about."
What's an Agali? I thought it was a Stirk that was talking. Or maybe a Fusil, sometime they're hard to tell apart, especially when they speak in red.
Edit:
And we should probably stop talking about this topic after that. I've heard it is considered impolite in certain circles to speak of it.
Post by: ~Neri on August 03, 2015, 03:05:23 pm
Post by: Stirk on August 03, 2015, 03:05:28 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 03, 2015, 03:10:39 pm
"Itsame, Agali! Remember? I am the Ritual Stone that came to Sapience. It is sad that you would forget me after such a short time Friend :["
Oh right, sorry about that, I always forget that sort of things. It's not that I don't care about it, it's just that my projects are always taking all of my attention and I seem to have a really bad memory. Now I remember, I gave you a body if I remember correctly, right?
How's your sister going? I remember you told me she was likely to come alive, did that happen?
Post by: Stirk on August 03, 2015, 03:21:22 pm
Oh right, sorry about that, I always forget that sort of things. It's not that I don't care about it, it's just that my projects are always taking all of my attention and I seem to have a really bad memory. Now I remember, I gave you a body if I remember correctly, right?
How's your sister going? I remember you told me she was likely to come alive, did that happen?
"That is correct, Friend! That only makes the hurt of you forgetting my existence even worse :[. Just kidding! Friends don't let things like that get between Friendships!
My Sister just woke up, actually. Vepy is waiting to introduce herself at the Tick. Be patient!"
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 03, 2015, 04:44:38 pm
"And then they talk about game mechanics like it's the most natural-Oh who am I kidding, it is, because it is. Right. Now to wait for things to happen."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 07, 2015, 02:37:23 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 07, 2015, 02:38:57 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 07, 2015, 03:04:34 pm
Post by: Stirk on August 07, 2015, 03:55:59 pm
"The tick my sources inform me was promised soon, appears to have faded into nonexistence. Well, I'll keep on waiting, it's not like I can do anything else."
((Yeah, sorry about that :-\. Something super-duper-uber stressful happened/is happening, so I thought I could distract myself and reduce it by making an update here. I just couldn't focus long enough to get it finished :P, though I did start it
In brighter news, as is Tradition I have taken off the week before going back to collage to get prepared, pack up, and reclaim my head from my old job. So I should be able to find *some* time to finish this tick update in the next week. Switching back over to darker news, this also means I am going back to College. What this means for the survival of this game is unclear. In any case, if this game does end, I will still do the End Game as a half tick. So if you ever see "XX.5 Return", you will know this game is really dying.))
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 07, 2015, 04:14:09 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 07, 2015, 07:11:32 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 07, 2015, 11:20:24 pm
Post by: Stirk on August 10, 2015, 06:20:33 pm
New Kingdom Invasion: Oddly enough, the New Kingdom's army assaulting the Aag seems to have retreated, fast enough to almost be called vanishing! Naturally, most events centering around them have been canceled.
Skolld offers a new Transformation to the elemental wolves! It seems to be much less popular then the other transformations, possibly because of the lesser amount of advantages it offers. Many still take it, especially those who live in the Hearths of the mortal races.(Skolld -2E)
And the beast shall come forth surrounded by a roiling cloud of vengeance. The house of the unbelievers shall be razed and they shall be scorched to the earth. Their tags shall blink until the end of days.-The Dream Journal of Mozilla, a Fire Fox, after having a nightmare.
Lithus/Luthus begins an investigation to the Academic institutions he had created, searching for any corruption or criminal activity. He finds none, the criminal element does not seem to be particularly interested in studying anything. However, oddly enough, the population begins small-scale riots after receiving falsified records showing corruption and crime running rampant in the schools. Rumors say the Crime Lord was aware of the effort, and decided to act while they where vulnerable.
The Adventuring party welcomes the challenge, and go further with renewed energy. Despite vanquishing many powerful enemies and going ever deeper into the dungeon, they have found no clue to the location of the beast. They consider returning to the fragments, assuming he has left this location.
Spinning Maag Child: Oh! I see!
The Child proceeds to change into her mother's oversized winter cloths, and proceeds to inform the other kids that Lithus/Luthus wants them to make a similar Major Change because it is quite cool out.
Maag scout: It is not something Mortals can hope to face! Whatever it is fills my nightmares...
Saag Graveman: I see My Na-I will set to these preparations.
The Aag nation is informed that they should call My Name by his name. The title still sticks with Worshipers far from the Aag nation, who where not informed under this order.
The Aurors who are legal have been granted citizenship! The population seems to treat them like foreigners rather than citizens, with no way to tell who is and who isn't a citizen at a glance, despite the order. The Aurors are then granted the blessing of having their urges for wealth and power stunted! Unfortunately, this seems to have some negative side effects, many no longer wish to get anything more then what they have. Many simply stop doing anything but eating and sleeping. (Lithus/Luthus -2E)
The Fertility of the Aag species is increased! The major cities begin expanding at a drastically increased rate in order to successfully house everyone. Several new cities have been founded along the Frontier, several in disputed areas. (Lithus/Luthus -allP)
The Amulet of Invention is granted to Sankis! At first, he wraps it around his ring finger while crying softly. Then, his eyes open wide as he wipes the tears away. He makes several apparently pointless temporary portals leading several feet away before wearing the Amulet as normal and thanking you for this wonderful gift. Inspired by similar examples in other Countries, he opens his own Machine Priest University (MPU) in order to follow your orders of teaching. (Gai-gen -allE)
The Worship of Mavnon is banned in Aag territory, with all of his churches being torn down! Despite Patronius's worship not being banished, due to the nature of the High Church, several of his own are also torn down and many Patronius worshipers become outlaws. Naturally, Fredrick is angered by this.
Patronius assists the Aurors in building their new nation! They are granted amazing abilities: Loggers chop down mighty trees with a single axe slice, Levelers act as almost bulldozers, and the fields are as large and lush as a prairie. The City gets created in the blink of an eye, with the Massive Cathedral as the centerpiece. Fredrick and the CRDs send out emissaries, with many from High-Church friendly lands immigrating here. (Patronius -allP, allE)
Floating Island Human: Praise Nilva! This island feels like home now! (Nilva-1P)
The Wolflife seems to have some difficulty living on such a strange area, many of which failing to compete with the already present wildlife. Those not taken in by the humans have a much lower chance of survival than in the main world.
Great Tribe Guardsman:
Nilva investigates the chanting, finding nothing. The accused state that they are blamed for any strange happenings, regardless of if it is their fault or not.
Nighttime Human Minstrel: Bah, just when I get the ability to block them out you wish me to subject myself to them again? Very well...
Nilva grants NHM the ability to understand the wolf songs, which he reluctantly decides to use by taking down the Cone of Silence around him. He closes his eyes and gives a deep breath as wolf howls fill the air. After a few minutes of simply listening, he opens his eyes. Then opens them wider, and screams over the howls. He sprints as fast as he can in the opposite direction of the Nomads, screaming the whole time. (Nilva -1E)
Nomadic Nomad: Nothing to harm us? Right! Nothing to harm us! We are invincible! INVINCIBLE!
The group proceeds to travel through New Kingdom Lands. They are never heard from again. Other Nomads believe they had either been completely killed or absorbed into the New Kingdom, and rumor that some high-quality Wolf pelts being sold on the Maag black market had been imported from their last location.
Huon is flooded with googly eyes! He eventually finds out the cause of this, and begins attempting to get around it by handing out bags from his room to children and his apprentices, having them do the act themselves. Lithus/Luthus assists him in cleaning up his bedroom, though the poor guy still ends up sleeping on a massive pile of them for several weeks. (Nilva -1P)
Space Weaver Clothier: Not nearly enough left to be able to match that production...
The CRDs, on order from Mavnon, begin debating between themselves. There seems to be few Aag in their nations, likely due to to extreme tension between Mavnon followers and the Aag nation as a whole. The New Kingdom seems to have no notable scholars, at least non interested in attending.
((...Who is the Spirit of Conflict again? I can't seem to find one being created :-\.))
A New Obelisk is made near the Aag capital! Of course, the Aag almost entirely take the side of Lithus/Luthus, with no open Mavnon worshipers anywhere near due to their worship being banned. (Lithus/Luthus -1E)
Mavnon prepares to spar! Her opponent seems to have withdrawn his offer.
Space Weaver Frontiersman: As you wish (Stellarion -2E)
He proceeds to do as ordered, finding the Founders of the two Clans. Most of the existing Weavers choose a clan to join, many seeming to prefer their lives in towers. The numbers end up with about 3/4 joining the Clan of Harmony, with the remaining 1/4 joining the Clan of Riddling Rooms. The SWF continues to guide them both, moving between the two clans relatively equally.
Space Weaver Clothier: I will do so! This should help! (Stellarion -1C)
He proceeds to go down to the Nomads, offering them gifts and diplomatic trade. The relationships between the Nomads and Space Weavers seem to be steadily improving, especially with the RR clan.
Scared Space Weaver: O-ok. I-ill do my best! (Stellarion -3E)
The SSW proceeds to find out that the dream was, of course, a dream and that his silk would not purposefully strangle him in real life. He then teaches this to the others, teaching them how to discover the obviose.
Gai-gen uses Power to discover the God of Destruction's location! He manages to narrow it down to the New Kingdom's Palace, but is unable to locate anyone fitting the description of his Mortal body within. (Gai-gen -4P?)
Wolf Spider: What place has the most monsters? I wanna go there!
Shadow Kabold: Yay! This is the greatest thing ever! (Lauxal -2E)
Human Adventurer: Ill be counting on it!
The Obelisk watchers Mavnon talks too are just as confused as Stirk is. Many assume something has gone wrong with the Obelisk and have been praying for it to get fixed.
The Nomads begin searching for Nothing Cultists among their ranks! This quickly devolves into a near literal which hunt, with many suspects being put to the steak/acid with little to no evidence. Mostly the "no" part. Despite orders to try keeping them alive, the acid and fire seems to kill them the same as it would any other race, leading to many deaths. (Nilva -2P)
Laxual unblocked Nilva from talking to her followers!
Iliseth orders Humans loyal to her to leave their land, moving to Sapling territory! Most of the small Tribes move out immediately. There seems to be fewer coming from the Great Tribe, where the High Church is the majority religion, even followers of Iliseth are hesitant to leave. Most seem to make the trip without incident, though Fredrick angrily insisted on keeping all foreign militaries out of his territory and had the Great Tribe's military escort out any who wished to leave from his lands. Those who could not make the journey, including the elderly and young, people locked between hostile territory, and incarcerated criminals are teleported. (Iliseth -2P)
The CRD take over the land abandoned by the human Tribes, naming them Free Marches. The land begins producing livestock on a larger scale in these new areas, some of which are actually decent land for this purpose. Mathenos is given to the Immortal, and currently almost completely vacant of anyone to actually rule over. She begins using her resources to construct a main laboratory for weapon developments.
Lan Cao successfully gets a small amount of Dragoons to immigrate! Most of them are already Mavnon or High Church worshipers and their families. They seem less able to get any to part with their Dragons, which are typically unwilling to leave their lairs anyway.
A kill-on-sight order is issued by Patronius in The Great Tribe and new Auror land, which is followed gleefully. Fredrick doubles the guard in many areas, as well as ordering the Immigrant's Escorts to take down the Angel if he so much as crosses the border. Fredrick does seem happy to be rid of Heretical Iliseth worshipers and does nothing to stop them from leaving.
The Dwarves Iliseth resurrected seem to be long dead. Then resurrected. Now dead. Their souls locations are unknown.
Sankis designs a large Arc, saying one in each town should be able to save the population if the world does, in fact, flood again. He mentions that many towns still have anti-flood measures from the Great Rains.
Verruckt begins
Most mortals seem to be aware of the existence of the Orbs, and the benefits. Most with the desire and capabilities to become an Adventurer do so already.
Verruckt then orders the creation of a New Adventurer Guild. The current Guild seems most popular in High Church lands, which has so far made it unpopular in the Aag territories among others. The New Guild sets up in the lands lacking current effective guilds. They seem to copy the original Guild in many ways, building off of existing structure that several of them had already been a part of.
The Orcish Raidleaders are given Blessings, increasing many of their skills! Naturally, the raids improve in both frequency and quality. (Mavnon -2E)
Herema is born/raised/given immortality! His Preaching among the Loi'naaryt seem to, for the most part, fall on deaf ears. Part of the reason is them not taking him seriously, as a male. The majority of the problem seems to be that none of the Loi'naaryt consider their God 'dying' to be an issue, feeling that it is just part of the cycle. (Mavnon -3E)
The Technology of the CRDs seems to be Above Average, especially all things steel related. Their culture is completely distinct from any surrounding area.
The Nothing Worshiper device seems to fail completely, with the concept being deemed either impossible or absurdly expensive.
Mavnon then goes on to create board games, and spread them throughout the fragments! They seem popular, with no other unifying entertainment uniting the world. Tournaments begin to pop up, often with representatives from multiple nations coming together as they gain more popularity. (Mavnon-1E)
A new God, Vashna, awakens! As his first order of business, he creates a robotic Race and sends them down to the Fragments, leaving two Spheres in space. They begin exploiting the natural resources to create the Unnamed Robotic race. (Vashna -8E)
Mavnon attempts to tell the New King to stop the invasion! (Un)fortunately for him, the invasion had already been stopped. It is unknown if these events are related.
Another new God, Dgetga is born! His fist action
Dgetga then attempts to spread "Urban Legends" about himself. Why they are contemporary legends in a per-industrial time is unexplained. Many ask a Human Obelisk watcher named Snopes if this new God, in fact, exists, which he confirms.. (Dgetga -3P)
Dgetga then gives 3E to the ever Greedy Iliseth. Why nobody warned the poor guy of Iliseth's Essence Grubbing is unexplained (Iliseth+3E)(Dgetga-3E)
Dgetga next attempts to unify all magic under a "Metamagic" system. Despite being willing to use all current essence, this attempt seems to fail badly. Nothing seems to change.
Dgetga, still working to make all the different systems run under the same power, attempts to make a thaumic field throughout reality. Again, nothing seems to happen, there is apparently no change in the many ambient energies of this reality. Fragment-bound mages do not seem capable of activating it for their usual spells. Perhaps trying to spread so little energy so thin is the problem? (Dgetga -1E)
Lithus/Luthus finally decides to ban the worship of Patronius and Utther! Fredrick is, naturally, angry over this fact. The Great Kingdom begins amassing troops and preparing for war, as many Patronius worshippers leave the Aag for the Great Tribe.
Another school is created, this time in dwarf territory! The Escuela del Estrambólico, a magical school with magic of its own, is created and filled with knowledgeable instructors. It seems to be popular with many races, the Dwarves not having alienated anyone too much, despite being created by a High-Church member. (Mavnon-2E)
Iliseth then adds 2000 humans to the population arriving in Sapling land! The humans arriving integrate with them, including sharing technology. She then gives a general power boost to her Leader angel, who is still preaching among the Exiles. (Iliseth -3E)
Huon is granted a potato! He proceeds to immediately beat it with a hammer, from morning to night, while screaming blasphemies into the air. Thus, mashed potatoes where invented! A tomato soon joins it. The clothier, assuming this was from the same source, continues bashing it the rest of the night, inventing tomato sauce! And Ketchup!
A massive pillow fort appears, courtesy of Aurosseu! This is then reinforced by Nilva, who dives in after him. Niether can be seen from outside. Lithus/Luthus begins glaring at the fort. (Aurosseu -5P)(Nilva-2P)
Several nations appear to be preparing for war! Notably, the Orcs, CRDwarves, and adventurers have been gathering together. Reports of preparing for an "Exam" against the New Kingdom can be found.
The portals connecting the Fragments seem to be down! It is reported that attempts to travel through the gates that had formally connected the Fragments simply teleport you several feet behind the gates now. Many are stranded. Many nations that spand multiple planets seem to have plans in place for this, especially Fredrick who had left detailed orders in the case this happened.
((By Fusil and Tykki, that tick was a complete nightmare :'(. So...many...canceled...actions...I think I will start having PTSD flashbacks to it! Those expecting Income calcs probably don't know anything about me.))
Post by: ~Neri on August 10, 2015, 06:39:04 pm
Nilva puts a stop to the witchhunting and removes the acid/frees the ones that survived. "What the Feth are you doing? Unless you have some bloody evidence, you don't just go "Nothing worshiper!" and melt them. Think!"
Nilva facepalms at the group of nomads that didn't properly utilize redundancies and got themselves killed.
Post by: DreamerGhost on August 10, 2015, 07:16:01 pm
Post by: Happy Demon on August 10, 2015, 07:40:36 pm
When he's done with the binding of the void king*, Skolld goes back to his wolf form, and goes to look for the Air Wolves, to see how they're doing.
Okay, definitely going to make them Air Eagles.
*(("LotV Tick 16.4 Action" Private Message. If emotionally detached, bind his emotions to him again, so he wont be a sociopath.))
Post by: Andres on August 10, 2015, 07:45:59 pm
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 10, 2015, 09:27:43 pm
"Is nobody going to level the New Kingdom's palace to expose Utther?"
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 10, 2015, 10:19:37 pm
==Action(s)==
"Really. Wooden and glass gears are THINGS, people."Spend 3P on manifestations to craft and demonstrate some stuff like pumps, waterwheels, mills (and the subsequent breads and all), if such things do not already exist. In general, plant seeds of ideas that are a tech level further along whatever chains of tech we have.
"Hmh, broken portals."
>Dgetga:Investigate. Expend up to 4P on this effort, and/or fixing the problem. Also, look at the MPU while I'm at it, and correct the spelling of the Arks. ((Ark=Boat, Arc=Part of a circle.))
Also, continue efforts to make a unified basis for magical works, with the ILUT pantheon bonus. However, I'm not currently expending E on this.
Look for any followers I might have. I mean, it's not that likely. There is a glut of inventors about, and that Amulet kind of implies someone got there before me.
Spread "rumors" about non-exclusive worship of myself (that is, I really don't care if you worship someone else in addition to me, or if you worship someone else and me in addition to them.) Heck, outright declare it if that would help more.
Post by: Stirk on August 10, 2015, 10:32:07 pm
"Greetings, Gods of this reality. I am Vepar, the Ritual Stone of Weapons. I was born from all the War preparations that have been going on, the use of the Stones has increased since the New Kingdom conflict started. I am sure that Agaliarept-that is, Agali- has mentioned my arrival. As I mentioned before, my specialty is Weaponry and Armor. I am capable of making and assisting with God-quality weapons, of a much higher quality for less than Agali was able to. Feel free to contact me with requests."
"Your late, Vepy! You're making me look like a liar...."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 11, 2015, 12:11:57 am
Post by: ~Neri on August 11, 2015, 12:17:17 am
Post by: Detoxicated on August 11, 2015, 12:25:45 am
Appear to all the clan shamans at the same time and proclaim: "The aurors are to be taken care of and treated as equals, none of them shall suffer under the hand of the space clan if it can be avoided."
Check for the total number of towers.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 11, 2015, 12:28:11 am
"The other Sapient Ritual Stone.""Yes, I rather gathered that. But what is his? specialty, is more what I meant."
Appear to the most charismatic Auror and proclaim "Fear not mortal, for I mean no harm to you. I have seen your people and you are humble and possess the ability to resist the lust for power and wealth. Therefore you are most fitted for the task to explore and understand space. As this study brings forth all good in the races, I recommend that you join one of the existing clans.""AUGH TECHNOLOGICAL DISCREPANCY"
Appear to all the clan shamans at the same time and proclaim: "The aurors are to be taken care of and treated as equals, none of them shall suffer under the hand of the space clan if it can be avoided."
Check for the total number of towers.
==Action==
Also, since I am giving up on the subsisting-without-a-race idea...Spoiler (click to show/hide)
Post by: ~Neri on August 11, 2015, 12:30:57 am
"Ask him. He can hear us you know."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 11, 2015, 01:20:11 am
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 11, 2015, 10:37:29 am
Post by: Stirk on August 11, 2015, 12:05:34 pm
"Agali, what is it that you do?"
"Haven't we Talked before, Friend? I am the First Sentient Ritual Stone! Our original purpose was to provide Knowledge, Weapons, and Wealth to mortals in return for Corpses. We Sapient Stones can do each of those things on a Godly scale! My focus is Knowledge, specifically Secrets and Mysteries."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 11, 2015, 02:55:51 pm
War again? Sigh...
Visit fredrick as Luthus, preferably when the sun is down:
Since when do you have a say to what I do within my territory? Did I miss something? You will not attack if you know what is good for you. Your choice was clearly driven purely by emotions and instincts rather than logic, as neither of us or your owner have anything to win from this petty waste of time you mortals call war. Now calm down and think of the consequences of your choices before you act.
((Thank you. Very much thank you.))
"Is nobody going to level the New Kingdom's palace to expose Utther?"
Good luck with that. Had you been listening you would already know than almost no one will act, unless they think it will result in short term gains.
Spoiler: prayers (click to show/hide)
Time for another public service announcement, heard from the entire nation:
Greetings everyone, Lithus here for another public service announcement:
First of all, I will clarify a few points regarding the corruption searches. I did not perform these because I suspected there was any of it, this was simply a routine search, which did not find any sing of it. If any of you find evidences of corruption, make sure to contact me by prayer to notify me.
I am glad to see that those of you who were lead to believe widespread corruption was present took the initiative to show their discontent publicly, even though I believe that a riots would need to be of a much bigger scale to force change in the right direction. The larger the protests, the more likely I am to notice it and attempt to fix the issue.
As a second point, I will talk about the new kingdom. It seems that their armies have vanished. I will however ask the military to continue patrolling the lands, as we do not know what kind of trick they might be up to. I recommend acting as if an attack was imminent.
Thirdly, it seems that everyone's favorite puppet is angry; fredrick is apparently planning an invasion. I have taken measures to defuse the situation, but I want everyone to be ready should he refuse to listen to reason.
Next issue is concerning the aurors. It seems that my gift had a unexpected side effect. Fear not, I will fix this issue quickly. I will also take the necessary measures to allow an easier distinction between criminals and non criminals. I do not want law abiding aurors to be unjustly discriminated against.
And finally, I wish do declare this day to be a holy day dedicated to the saint stirk for his great meta-efforts. This will be celebrated with fireworks at night, if you know how to make them. If not, they need gunpowder, and I think the clan rilem knows how to do it.
Prepare the military for a great tribe invasion. If war is indeed declared they are to push as far within great tribe territory as feasible.
People found guilty of moderate or severe crimes are to be permanently marked on the forehead to warn others of the threat they may pose. Multiple marks will exist, each denoting a different gravity of crime. If the crime is found to be done by accident or ignorance, the guilty will not receive a mark. Those who are found to make great efforts to repent are to be given a forgiving mark, denoting the fact that they have repented from their past crimes and are no longer dangerous. The amount of efforts needed for this forgiving mark is dependent of the gravity of the crime. The nation's citizens are to be informed that aurors without any mark are to be treated as the law abiding citizens that they are, and not as foreigners.
Use essence to return the changed aurors to their original condition, and use more to shift their urges from wealth and power to science and progress.
Address patronius:
I hope you are not the one behind this war, patronius... You know how far I am willing to go when threatened.
"The other Sapient Ritual Stone.""Yes, I rather gathered that. But what is his? specialty, is more what I meant."Appear to the most charismatic Auror and proclaim "Fear not mortal, for I mean no harm to you. I have seen your people and you are humble and possess the ability to resist the lust for power and wealth. Therefore you are most fitted for the task to explore and understand space. As this study brings forth all good in the races, I recommend that you join one of the existing clans.""AUGH TECHNOLOGICAL DISCREPANCY"
Appear to all the clan shamans at the same time and proclaim: "The aurors are to be taken care of and treated as equals, none of them shall suffer under the hand of the space clan if it can be avoided."
Check for the total number of towers.
Well. Later, perhaps.
Also, since I am giving up on the subsisting-without-a-race idea...I create 2E worth of Dgetagans, and hopefully create a city for them.Spoiler (click to show/hide)
Might I suggest establishing them near the Aag desert and the nearby sapling forest? This will allow us to cooperate and trade with more ease, and allow me to give you military help, should it becomes necessary.
Appear to the most charismatic Auror and proclaim "Fear not mortal, for I mean no harm to you. I have seen your people and you are humble and possess the ability to resist the lust for power and wealth. Therefore you are most fitted for the task to explore and understand space. As this study brings forth all good in the races, I recommend that you join one of the existing clans."
Appear to all the clan shamans at the same time and proclaim: "The aurors are to be taken care of and treated as equals, none of them shall suffer under the hand of the space clan if it can be avoided."
Check for the total number of towers.
You just described the exact opposite of an auror, unless you were referring to one within my lands.
"Anyone want to work together on that robot planet we were talking about? If not I am going to do something with the.... umm CEIR (the robots, stands for Continual Existence Insurance Robots. They also have nicknames, for example the one that landed on the living moon is known as Caw.).
Hmm... This is definitively something I wish to help, but I need to keep my resources for some other projects. I will help as soon as possible. In the meantime you are free to request my aspect's discount, especially when developing the technology needed for this project.
"Agali, what is it that you do?"
"Haven't we Talked before, Friend? I am the First Sentient Ritual Stone! Our original purpose was to provide Knowledge, Weapons, and Wealth to mortals in return for Corpses. We Sapient Stones can do each of those things on a Godly scale! My focus is Knowledge, specifically Secrets and Mysteries."
Secrets and mysteries you say? Would you happen to know any related to the new kingdom? That would be greatly helpful.
Listen to prayers.
((Sorry again for the novel-sized text :'())
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 11, 2015, 03:06:53 pm
For the core can I suggest magneticly confined plasma."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 11, 2015, 06:02:34 pm
"Great! Do you have any requests for the world? Anything at all? Maybe it could have a Amish rebel faction? What type of core would you like it to have? What shape would you like it to be?"Once again, what. And to Li/uthus, certainly."
For the core can I suggest magneticly confined plasma."
Post by: Stirk on August 11, 2015, 06:07:54 pm
Secrets and mysteries you say? Would you happen to know any related to the new kingdom? That would be greatly helpful.
"Of course I do, Friend! I can't give away information like that for Free, it is simply against my design. After all, giving away everyone's Secrets is no way to make Friends! If you ask a question, I can give you the price it would cost for me to answer it. Privately, of course~. Closely guarded Secrets known to few people are valuable things..."
Agali then winks at no where in particular.
Post by: DreamerGhost on August 11, 2015, 06:18:40 pm
Spoiler: Secret action, GM only (click to show/hide)
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 11, 2015, 06:30:03 pm
"Great! Do you have any requests for the world? Anything at all? Maybe it could have a Amish rebel faction? What type of core would you like it to have? What shape would you like it to be?
For the core can I suggest magneticly confined plasma."
Having a faction whose purpose is to eliminate technology would be counterproductive. I wouldn't outright destroy it if one were to come into existence naturally, but there is no point in wasting our resources in the creation of one. For the core, how about a massive nuclear fusion reactor powered by what is essentially a miniature star? That could be used to power the entire world. For the construction of this, I would recommend the creation of a species specialized in construction of massive projects such as this one. It would probably take more time, but as far as I know this kind of creation tends to have a disproportionate price, so my solution should allow us to save quite a lot. As for shape and composition, a metal sphere should be fine, but I would like it to contain hundreds of layers, the deeper ones housing subterranean species and lighted by artificial light. There would be places where it is possible to move to another layer. These places could also serve as trade hubs.
I would also like to see both magic and tech developed in this world, each layer could also have it's own aesthetic.
Secrets and mysteries you say? Would you happen to know any related to the new kingdom? That would be greatly helpful.
"Of course I do, Friend! I can't give away information like that for Free, it is simply against my design. After all, giving away everyone's Secrets is no way to make Friends! If you ask a question, I can give you the price it would cost for me to answer it. Privately, of course~. Closely guarded Secrets known to few people are valuable things..."
Agali then winks at no where in particular.
Good, I will contact you should I need specific information.
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 11, 2015, 06:32:27 pm
Invent a precise god detector while waiting for people to make suggestions.[/color]
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 11, 2015, 06:58:45 pm
You know I'm serious when I break out bullet points.
Requirements:
- Self-sustaining
- Automatic Maintenance
- Not dependent upon magic, despite any utilization of.
- Not dependent upon unattained technology levels, despite any utilization of.
- Modular: Loss of any one section should not jeopardize other sections.
- Habitable for all residents.
- Even in a magic outage, all spaces should be traversable for all residents.
- Reasonable access mechanism-will not suffer problems that require godly intervention to sort out, merely a suitable technician or repair 'bot.
- Pantheon-neutral (yeah right, I'm sure that bit will be shot down.)
- Will encourage technological and thaumatological development, not stifle it with god-tech or a god did it wizardry.
- Will contain a knowledge base, to allow people to catch up to other people quickly, preferably with an access to the Great Library. Although I understand if that's not going to happen.
- Will adapt to growing technological and thaumatological growth. I don't want to force people to live in grass houses after they've got cell phones.
- Conveniently-located transport systems between and across levels.
- Extensibility to accommodate new races.
- Localized resources. ((Somewhat in line with modularity.))
Also, consider pantheon bonuses invoked.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 11, 2015, 10:06:18 pm
I have it all lined out already, I just want people to be able to implement their ideas"((You may wish to fix your colors, and use essence for that.))
Invent a precise god detector while waiting for people to make suggestions.[/color]
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 11, 2015, 11:19:02 pm
"In the same vein, if a different level of practicality, some sort of massive surface solar power installations would be a good idea. As for the speciation of layers, that is a very good idea, but if we can lay an enchantment on the planet to make all residents able to successfully cohabitate...Give me a moment, I need to draft more detailed plans."
You know I'm serious when I break out bullet points.
Requirements:Aight, I have laid out the requirements. Let's see if we can build this thing.
- Self-sustaining
- Automatic Maintenance
- Not dependent upon magic, despite any utilization of.
- Not dependent upon unattained technology levels, despite any utilization of.
- Modular: Loss of any one section should not jeopardize other sections.
- Habitable for all residents.
- Even in a magic outage, all spaces should be traversable for all residents.
- Reasonable access mechanism-will not suffer problems that require godly intervention to sort out, merely a suitable technician or repair 'bot.
- Pantheon-neutral (yeah right, I'm sure that bit will be shot down.)
- Will encourage technological and thaumatological development, not stifle it with god-tech or a god did it wizardry.
- Will contain a knowledge base, to allow people to catch up to other people quickly, preferably with an access to the Great Library. Although I understand if that's not going to happen.
- Will adapt to growing technological and thaumatological growth. I don't want to force people to live in grass houses after they've got cell phones.
- Conveniently-located transport systems between and across levels.
- Extensibility to accommodate new races.
- Localized resources. ((Somewhat in line with modularity.))
Also, consider pantheon bonuses invoked.
I agree with most of these points, with a few exceptions. I would not like to see magic taking a secondary role, both it and technology should be treated equally. It would also be interesting to see if we can make the entire structure be able to rely entirely on magic in case of a major power failure. I also believe that divine work should also be researched. We are a part of this world just like every other aspects worth being researched, not merely a superstition. As for the god neutrality, I am conflicted. On one hand, I would love to see everyone benefit from everything learned from this project, but on the other hand I believe that many gods do not deserve such a gift, and know that a few will use it for destructive purposes. I suppose I could be convinced to favor either side by a good enough argument. The only condition I would have if it ends up being god neutral would be the establishment of a private and exclusive layer for each individual god, with privacy granted to the owner.
As for the speciation of layers, I think you might have misunderstood me. I meant that each layer would be specialized towards a specific purpose. Layers containing a single species or a specific combination of those might also be interesting to add, if only to determine if any species happen to have a greater affinity with another one.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 12, 2015, 12:01:07 am
"I wouldn't suggest layer distinctions at all in that case, but something more like arcs of the sphere, in that case. And I agree that some gods might merit a bar from direct influence, but their people shouldn't be barred for their creators."
"Hmh, designating arcs of space would also pose problems for extensibility..."
"I suppose the only real way is to allot a cubic footage. Or meterage. But essential systems should be one per single habitat unit. Load would be spread across the system, but I'd like to avoid single points of failure anywhere."
"Though perhaps arcs will have a purpose in general allocation. Keeping the people who shouldn't be next to eachother not next to eachother. Until they get used to it."
"Can one really properly research divinity?"
"Yes, I suppose I could be pressured into including some space for each of us, haha. I'll add that to the plans."
"But seriously, this could be a project that will truly engrave our names in history, even should we fade. I think that almost all spheres will have things they could do. We'd need to bind together the modules, we'll need a soul for the AI that will administer the building..."
"In short, I'm asking for Essence, and help."
Post by: micelus on August 12, 2015, 05:32:14 am
"The other Sapient Ritual Stone.""Yes, I rather gathered that. But what is his? specialty, is more what I meant."Appear to the most charismatic Auror and proclaim "Fear not mortal, for I mean no harm to you. I have seen your people and you are humble and possess the ability to resist the lust for power and wealth. Therefore you are most fitted for the task to explore and understand space. As this study brings forth all good in the races, I recommend that you join one of the existing clans.""AUGH TECHNOLOGICAL DISCREPANCY"
Appear to all the clan shamans at the same time and proclaim: "The aurors are to be taken care of and treated as equals, none of them shall suffer under the hand of the space clan if it can be avoided."
Check for the total number of towers.
Well. Later, perhaps.
Also, since I am giving up on the subsisting-without-a-race idea...I create 2E worth of Dgetagans, and hopefully create a city for them.Spoiler (click to show/hide)
"My dear, these Dgetagan seem quite similar to my Rilemi. While brother Lithus has already requested their placement within his sphere of influence, I would make a counteroffer. The recently created Free Marches are currently empty and would offer a good home for your people, although as my rivals are very willing to point out, it would benefit me. As such, I will sweeten the offer: Rilem will be obligated to aid your people in matters of technology."
Create a new species of giant insect called megatermes (singular: megaterme). Resembling but not identical to termites, these 3m long creatures have the singular purpose of survival and the expansion of the colony. While these workers will spend their whole lives foraging for food and expanding their colonies, the much larger Queens will spend their lives producing yet more workers. While large, these creatures have utterly no defense against predators besides attempting to hide. Queens of the species are only produced every 6 years. Once they have reached maturity, the new Queen will leave the colony with a quarter of the colony to begin a new colony. Colonies, even unrelated ones, do not fight each other. Create 10 Queens in the Grand March to begin with.
Designate the Grand March as a nature reserve. Rilem is to nurture the area with sufficient plant and animal life to sustain an ecosystem.
Fix the bloody obelisk. Only do this if I have enough essence.
Gift Herema the ability to bend plantlife to his will. He is to use this power to engage in an equality movement within his race. Only do this if I have enough essence.
Also offer Huon protection from the insanities of the gods if he is willing to become a High Church prophet.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 12, 2015, 09:10:27 am
This tick, listen to the prayers of my followers.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 12, 2015, 09:33:29 am
==Action==
"Or I could start the small-scale test of the planet design."Do that as part of the creation of the Dgetagan race. Establish, however, portal links to the other places and no particular directive on whether to stay. Also, artificial gravity shall happen.
The AI should not, at this point, be too much of a barrier, so I expend some power on actually making the basic requirements and installing them.
I listen to prayers, as well.
Post by: Detoxicated on August 12, 2015, 11:12:33 am
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 12, 2015, 11:50:39 am
"I would help with your AI planet as well, though only if my Space Weavers were allowed on it, and if I may make some attunements to the AI.""I already planned for this project to be habitable for all races, but define attunements before I give you the go-ahead."
Post by: Ama on August 12, 2015, 12:00:03 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 12, 2015, 12:11:30 pm
"No, not really."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 12, 2015, 01:38:10 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 12, 2015, 02:40:54 pm
You are overstepping your boundaries again, mavnon. Huon will not become your pawn."...Oh CARP. I just realized something."
Post by: micelus on August 12, 2015, 07:19:10 pm
"These Termites of yours, peculiar as they are, could pose a threat to the entire existance, if not kept in balance."
"They are limited by the walls of the Grand March. If they were ever to escape, nearly any form of predator would be able to deal with them."
You are overstepping your boundaries again, mavnon. Huon will not become your pawn."
"Huon is already a plaything of the gods; it is his choice if he prefers service to torment."
Post by: Detoxicated on August 12, 2015, 08:25:58 pm
"Well for all, all of the AI race should be willing and constituted towards exploring space and how to conquer it. Also they should let the space weavers help them increase the size of their planet, integrating them into their society.""I would help with your AI planet as well, though only if my Space Weavers were allowed on it, and if I may make some attunements to the AI.""I already planned for this project to be habitable for all races, but define attunements before I give you the go-ahead."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 12, 2015, 10:06:30 pm
"You misunderstand. There is not an AI race. There is a single AI at the core of a planet, administering it for the populace, perhaps with safeguards to avoid the traditional 'go insane and kill everyone' pitfalls so many fictional works dwell upon. Theoretically, your race could provide materials, but I already have a system planned out for that. It just needs some more Essence pumped in and then there's a way to have simple conjurations. Alternatively, in the vein of existing magics, I could craft the new materials off of a system that allows for such... I believe it's the one with music. And it would be very...Interesting, to see the required tonal patterns for these outcomes. In fact, I would appreciate license to use that system for general purposes.""Well for all, all of the AI race should be willing and constituted towards exploring space and how to conquer it. Also they should let the space weavers help them increase the size of their planet, integrating them into their society.""I would help with your AI planet as well, though only if my Space Weavers were allowed on it, and if I may make some attunements to the AI.""I already planned for this project to be habitable for all races, but define attunements before I give you the go-ahead."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 12, 2015, 11:05:08 pm
"These Termites of yours, peculiar as they are, could pose a threat to the entire existance, if not kept in balance."
"They are limited by the walls of the Grand March. If they were ever to escape, nearly any form of predator would be able to deal with them."You are overstepping your boundaries again, mavnon. Huon will not become your pawn."
...
Did you forget what you wanted to say?
Oh and dgetga, I have an idea that could make the project functional much earlier. I'd start by making the first layer that will surround the fusion reactor and use it as a place to develop and test new technology and magic, and add more layers progressively as science/magic gets more advanced. Previous layers would be outfitted with the most recent layer's technology.
For divine study, there is plenty of things we still don't know about ourselves, and it would be useful to have a group of specialists dedicated to analyzing our work. And for your concerns about magic, I believe this instability could be easily avoided if we were to research it's cause and find a way to bypass or control it. What I am saying is that magic is still very primitive and much is still left to be found, just like science.
This just reminded me how much I love to use the scientific method when working with magic.
... I am absolutely certain I forgot something. Meh, I will probably remember later.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 12, 2015, 11:10:54 pm
"Although we probably only need one redundancy at this point."
"Although we really don't need a fusion reactor if we can get some recapture stuff, with magical backups. And solar? Yeah, solar."
"Also, that's why I'm trying to unify the existing magic systems. This current state is beyond stupidly redundant, and should it be successfully completed, adding to magic should be much simpler."
Post by: Dutrius on August 13, 2015, 04:37:40 am
What... happened? How long was I... out? Has anything happened to my Loi'naaryt?
Post by: Detoxicated on August 13, 2015, 06:01:26 am
Post by: micelus on August 13, 2015, 07:14:25 am
Moi'aaty blinks a few times in confusion. It seemed that a great deal of time had passed in the blink of an eye.
What... happened? How long was I... out? Has anything happened to my Loi'naaryt?
"Ah, brother Reaper. I thought you had entered the eternal rest...a pleasure to speak with you once more. To summarise everything is quite a daunting matter but suffice to say, we gods have divided into three main camps. The High Church, which includes I and Patronius; the Elemental Council, which includes Nilva, Char, the dream god and others I may be forgetting; and the...other one. I confess, I do not recall if they have named themselves but suffice to say Iliseth, Lithus, Luthus and Teburshe hold membership there."
"Other things...Technology has advanced to an extent. The Aag Nation, Great Tribe, New Kingdom and Clan Rilem are the strongest national entities although the individual dwarven realms and Sapling homesteads still retain much power. Oh, and your Loi'naaryt have loyally continued to serve you. Believe me, I have tried to sway them to other pursuits."
"Oh...and a few children are trying to create a mechanical planet. That may or may not interest you."
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 13, 2015, 07:39:28 am
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 07:40:37 am
Who am I you ask, I AM VASHNA! INVENTOR OF INVENTING!! And we are planning to build Mechus, planet of robots!"
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 13, 2015, 08:47:32 am
"Yep, and I have a robotic race!"... part of me thinks that you are insane. I hope that isn't the case."
Who am I you ask, I AM VASHNA! INVENTOR OF INVENTING!! And we are planning to build Mechus, planet of robots!"
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 08:51:50 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 13, 2015, 09:05:36 am
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 09:11:10 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 13, 2015, 09:12:39 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 13, 2015, 09:21:26 am
I wish I didn't have to use that thing so often.
Visit Huon:
I suppose you received mavnon's offer. If Nilva's shenanigans bother you enough to consider it I can ask her to stop. I wouldn't want to loose a friend like you, you bring so much to this world.
I am not sure why mavnon is making this proposition, out of all gods. It wouldn't fit her personality to care about an individual life, and clothing doesn't seem to be something he would be particularly interested in...
Continue chatting with him for a while, maybe help him with his work if he agrees.
After the visit, begin working on a new species:
Spoiler: Lihzard Beetle (click to show/hide)
"Oh only 4.5 percent insane! By the way, do you know a way to make a underwater boat that does NOT catch on fire when it comes in contact with water?"
Maybe you could try not soaking it in napalm or any other highly flammable substance? That's usually a good idea when trying to make something that you don't want to see burn.
Edit: Finished the thingy.
Edit2: forgot to mention the tail
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 09:22:34 am
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 13, 2015, 09:27:37 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 13, 2015, 09:53:11 am
"Anyway, what were talking about? Oh yes, would you like to invest in our planet? Particularly for the entertainment so the AI doesn't go insane and start the self destruct program!"
"We probably shouldn't give it a self destruction program to begin with. If it really wants to die I suppose we could add a self termination program, but we'd have to make it so it takes enough time to allow us to replace it."
"Mechus sounds like something I would come up with. Thus, I probably shouldn't invest in it."
"I don't get it."
Post by: Detoxicated on August 13, 2015, 09:59:53 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 13, 2015, 11:04:11 am
Post by: Jbg97 on August 13, 2015, 11:20:08 am
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 11:22:48 am
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 13, 2015, 11:23:20 am
"...This project seems...unnecessary...but if you will go through with it...I might recommend...patience...if you desire...I can assist in creating a seed for it...so that you might grow it...over the next...five to ten ticks...I believe...it would make it...far more affordable..."
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 11:31:33 am
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 13, 2015, 11:34:03 am
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 11:38:41 am
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 13, 2015, 11:42:52 am
"Well, we do have more gods helping then the main world had when it was made, so it may be rather cheap to begin with, I shall go and go on the other side of this "forth wall," which makes no sense, there is only empty space in between. But I shall head through the fake wall to ask, or perhaps I could ask someone else to, maybe one of those strange creatures with the puppets?"
Puppets? What puppets?
"Oh hey, reverse fourth wall breaking. Wait, is that really a thing?
Anyways, celestial bodies are always massively expensive, as I learned from trying to make a moon earlier. I wouldn't see this as us getting stronger, only that we are going faster to catch up with the mortals and their short existences."
Post by: Detoxicated on August 13, 2015, 12:01:20 pm
Humming the ancient songs of the space-whales, he gathers them, each of them bringing fertility seeds with them.
Stellarion stacks many of the dumplings of fertility together and adds the forementioned seeds to the workspace for the soon to be born AI.
"Come young godling, begin creating."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 13, 2015, 12:09:34 pm
Stellarion begins working his miraculous way in outter space, where a star is waiting to be born.
Humming the ancient songs of the space-whales, he gathers them, each of them bringing fertility seeds with them.
Stellarion stacks many of the dumplings of fertility together and adds the forementioned seeds to the workspace for the soon to be born AI.
"Come young godling, begin creating.
Darn, this is too soon, I just used my resources on a new species. To be clear we are making it one layer at a time, right? I would also suggest using a specialized race for future upgrades. I think I figured out a good model for that purpose, I'll show a prototype as soon as it's done.
Post by: Detoxicated on August 13, 2015, 12:14:04 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 01:00:33 pm
I continue working.
"I think, instead of one general-purpose robot, the repair and/or construction robots should be specialized. Saves the hassle of making all the things in one thing if nothing else."
"I keep saying modular, everybody, it means something. It can definitely grow over time."
"Also, we are in need of a name. Vashna has suggested Mechus, for some reason. I don't have any clue what I'd want to call it, I just call it the Project right now. Anyone else?"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 13, 2015, 01:13:53 pm
"Plans updating, fertility seeds?...Ignoring Vashna successfully, check, increasing insanity filter, check...Back to work!"
I continue working.
"I think, instead of one general-purpose robot, the repair and/or construction robots should be specialized. Saves the hassle of making all the things in one thing if nothing else."
hmm... My plan was to create a non sentient hive of robots that would be versatile enough to do pretty much anything, we'd take control of said hive until the AI is ready to take our place at this task. Just wait for the draft before you make your decision, I think you'll like it.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 13, 2015, 01:23:15 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 13, 2015, 01:27:31 pm
Puppets? What puppets?Oh, these ones here. Watch:
/me speaks through a white-robed puppet:
"Hello! I am Aurosseu, the god who always breaks into our Great Big Overlords' precious OOC to annoy them, thinking I won't get brutally murdered if I piss them off too much! Dreams dreams dreams dreams! I drive other gods insane! Warble warble I can bypass the wall of fours warble! Switching between multiple personalities all the time! Dreams dreams dreams dreams!"
"Hey, that's not what I sound like! Go away from our Assembly, you interlopers!"
Pot calling a kettle an interloper.
"Quiet, you."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 13, 2015, 01:29:23 pm
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 01:30:18 pm
That seem good for anyone?
Also, do we have enchanting? I can't recall."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 01:44:01 pm
"Yep, and my plans involve the following: steampunk, magitech, far future sci-fi, self destruct button that the AI"No. They do not sound good. That is a list of methods, not a list of plans. At the most, labyrinthine roads are a thing. And they're NOT going to be implemented. Point A to Point B is MUCH simpler to design thankyouverymuch."cancannot use, not far future sci-fi, modern technology, sins of a solar empire references, plasma core, AI, genral labyrinthen type roads, and robots, A LOT of robots.
That seem good for anyone?
Also, do we have enchanting? I can't recall."
In the background, one might see me crafting something to defend myself with, should this come to blows.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 01:46:51 pm
"I sense... a corruption... in reality...""Nah, that's just the meta breaking through the other way from what Aurosseau does. It'll go away eventually."
Post by: Dutrius on August 13, 2015, 02:04:29 pm
"Oh only 4.5 percent insane! By the way, do you know a way to make a underwater boat that does NOT catch on fire when it comes in contact with water?"
I'd suggest not making it out of sodium.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 02:10:34 pm
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 02:14:07 pm
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 13, 2015, 02:33:22 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 02:34:51 pm
"Aurosseau, you said you would invest in this project which is why you're not? Do explain."
((Also: No. No monkeying with the (despite my desire otherwise) probably-essential systems, Stirk.))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 13, 2015, 02:37:11 pm
Spoiler: I call them spiderbots (click to show/hide)
"The meta says that this project needs 110-130E to work. Wow. And that's WITH discounts...Anyone have pantheon discounts they can invoke?"
"This is why I proposed that we make it one layer at a time, and use the robots to build them."
Edit:
"I could invoke Dreams, because that's the only place you will see it made. As optimistic as I usually am, this is just plain insane. And not any fun kind of insane either, like me or Nilva or Liuthus or Uztot."
"Wait, how am I insane? Is this about last time with the new kingdom? If so I already said many times that I was merely angry, not insane."
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 13, 2015, 02:42:21 pm
"Aurosseau, you said you would invest in this project which is why you're not? Do explain.""I didn't say that. I said it's something I would come up with. And most of the ideas I come up with are not worth carrying out. I've considered this plan, and I've decided that no, it's not worth investing in."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 02:43:26 pm
"Alicia, does your magic work without a caster, or with a nonsapient, and would you mind if I used it in this project?"
I start putting together what amounts to the most versatile synthesizer in existence.
In fact, I make two.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 13, 2015, 02:49:18 pm
"Von Neumann, eat your heart out, I just had an IDEA."
"Alicia, does your magic work without a caster, or with a nonsapient?"
I start putting together what amounts to the most versatile synthesizer in existence.
"synthesizer? Color me interested. Do you think we could use that on the spiderbot?
Speaking of which, I forgot to mention their size. They should be slightly taller than humans when standing vertically with tentacles upright. I suppose smaller models could be made to deal with tasks of a smaller scale."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 02:53:45 pm
"Yes, there will need to be smaller models. There are going to have to be all sorts of fiddly bits, sadly enough."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 03:23:50 pm
"Would all people currently involved in constructing the new planet come over here for a moment?"
"Suffice to say that conditions have changed."
((Basically, sound off so I can include you in a PM.))
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 03:31:04 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 03:31:50 pm
"GO GO VASHNA RANGERS!! Oh wait, we are not just singing tv show theme songs? Then yes, I am one of the builders!"*silently groans*
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 13, 2015, 05:06:40 pm
Post by: DreamerGhost on August 13, 2015, 05:08:29 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 09:07:27 pm
Post by: Stirk on August 13, 2015, 09:15:53 pm
((Yes, they are indeed small faerie thingies.))
The witch hunting is promptly stopped (not to say the hard feelings are gone). The Nomads state that they have seen the accused worshiping Nothing, doing Nothing, and have tons of Nothing for evidence. There seems to have been no survivors, though all the acid/fire has vanished as the tick hits.
Upon witnessing Nilva facepalming, Stirk himself facepalm's Nilva's inability to take the hint that they are drastically overestimating certain abilities.
The Void king seems to be totally-not-faking being binded. The Kingdom continues on as normal.
The Air Wolves seem to be a mixed back. While several find a home near the Oceans, where Seagoing mortals appreciate their ability to calm the weather and hold them in reverence, the majority seem to have the common tendency of the Wolves to stay far away from other Mortals, who's actions often cause them harm. There seems to be no true home for most of them, who travel like the wind from valleys to forest to mountains to...
16,000 humans are created in The New Human City! The numbers are now nothing to frown at. The strongest become Templars, while others become Priests. A significant portion of the local Sapling land is now dedicated to the Humans, which some Saplings are beginning to be worried about. (Iliseth -8E)
Dgetga investigates the portals! It seems that someone put semi-permanent Portals directly over the Normal Portals, preventing their use. It is similar to building a wall over a door, with each only leading several feet away. (Dgetga -2P)
Sankis blinks at your correction, stating that it was correct spelling. He explained that his plan was to build giant half-circles over each town, allowing for everyone to escape the water by standing at the highest point. He states that making boats would be just silly.
Current Dgetga followers seem to mostly consist of Mortals who have heard about the Rumors, trying to see which parts of it are lies and which parts of it are truth. A few Magic users, typically those around the Obelisk, have also begin following him, many studying ways on unifying magic systems themselves.
Dgetga spreads more rumors about himself. As with many rumors, these are often ignored, for better or worse.
The charisma focused Auror seems to be uninterested in Stellarion's offer, apparently lusting for power in the Auror's state. He currently has a fairly large following, though he is competing against many with almost the same high-quality of skills for control over it.
The Aurors seem neglect to enter the Space clan, with a few trickling in. Most seem to be interested in the Great Towers, focusing their Ambition on making it as large as possible.
The amount of Towers varies on what, exactly, the definition of "tower" is.
The Dgetagans are created! 2500 begin to walk the Fragments. They seem quite capable of making their own City (more of a town with the current population), and quickly begin developing many of the same technologies available to other Races. Many begin to study Magic, with many attempting to see what exactly their Telekinetic abilities are capable of. (Dgetga -2E)
Fredrick: I would agree, I have no more say in your territory than you do in mine. That is why, to remove this Blasphemy, I must make your Territory mine. You would respond the same if I treated your Heretics as you are treating my Brothers! You have shown yourself to be falling more and more every day, showing more and more hostility to my innocent Brothers for no other reason than your own paranoia! If I do not make a stand for the High Church here, I fear my next stand would be on the corpses of ten-thousand innocents!
Spinning Maag child: They indeed, begin to play the game. It naturally becomes popular in the Aag nation, spreading to many of their trading partners and nations with close culture. The purpose of the odd focus on children's games of the Gods lately is studied by many mortal scholars.
The Aag military, once again, continues to prepare for the imminent war. As they have already prepared for the New Kingdom assault, this mostly means shifting the front and constructing new Fortresses in different areas.
A new marking system is created for the Aag! This seems to, for the most part, allow them to tell what someone is accused of at a glance. Unfortunately, the relatively powerful Underground developed black-market Forgiving Marks, placing them on convicted criminals to allow them to move around without suspicion. As an interesting side effect of this development, it became something of a fashion statement for Aag to permanently Mark themselves with creative marks (easily distinguishable from the official Marks to avoid confusion). This is especially common amongst the ever-growing military, with units getting similar Marks to increase their moral and help identify bodies.
The Aag Aaaourors are once again changed! This time, their natural passions are aimed at science and progress. Many go back to work with a gusto, often working as scientists in the colleges. This outcome seems to improve the outlook of the Aag as a whole on the Auorors. (Lithus/Luthus -3E)
Lithus/Luthus prayers:
Kaag Logistics Expert: Hmmm...I believe that Fredrick will intentionally put Fortresses in areas of low ambient heat. How should we feed ourselves in this situation?
Maag Marker: Some Priests wanted me to Mark their newborn with your symbols. Should I do it now, or wait until he is older?
Saag Mother: *Crying* Those board games caused my nice and kind son to turn into a Gangster! I demand that they be banned!
A new Animal, the megatermes are created in the Grand March Nature Preserve! Many CRDs are happy to peek into it, attempting to get a glance at one of the few non-Wolf animals in existence. They seem to be doing fine for the time being, spreading as planned. (Mavnon -1E)
The Obelisk doesn't appear to be broken. The Gods, on the other hand...
Herema is given the ability to control plants! He attempts to start the "Civil Rights" movement with the power, but finds the abilities not exactly suited for this mission. He currently mainly uses it to create Flowers, often using them as symbols in an attempt to spread your and his ideals. (Mavnon -3E)
Huan, who is still a staunch Lithus/Luthus follower who has lived in a Mavnon-hostile country for centuries, refuses bluntly. He states that he rather follow Nilva than you, while rubbing his left cheek.
Gia-gen prayers:
Dwarf Weaponsmith: We have received many generous offers for weapons that can turn the tide of war...Are we allowed to create the weapon developed by Sankis, as well as the Secret Weapon, for sale in other Nations?
Dwarf Obelisk Watcher: What is this I hear about Steel moving around as if it was a Mortal?
Non-CRD-Dwarf: Are the things that Flower guy say true? How should we treat those Clan Rilem Dwarves?
Dgetga prayers:
Dgetagan Mage: Why is it that you are so set on Uniting the Magic Systems?
Dgetagan Architect: Should we make designs that only we can use with our Telekinetic ability, or those anyone can use?
Ant Rumormonger: *Looking in mirror*Dgetga....Dgetga....Dgetga!
The Loi'naaryt seem to have confirmed their beliefs that their God will, in fact, be back. Weird timing there.
Huon chats with his god, once again. He stats he is working on Clothing that goes well with the new Marks, showing them off without taking away from the cloths. He says he can take care of it himself, saying everyone has their roll and the roll of a God is hardly fashion. Unless it is a fashion God.
The Lihzard Beetle is created! Despite its difficulties to tame, several from the Aag nation seem to be attempting it. For the moment, many Adventurers find themselves taking down Rogue Lihzard Beetles assaulting small towns, while Hunters (Especially in the Great Tribe) finding their carapace to be valuable for armor and weaponry. (Lithus/Luthus up to 4E)
There is apparently no AI in existence to give anything to, or to modify.
The Mortal Bound Destruction God tells something that doesn't exist that he hates it.
Teburshe, after a period of inactiveness, creates three more Great Trees and a Great Reef! For some reason, they seem to expect great weather that doesn't come in full force. (Teburshe -4P)
((SEVERAL WARS ARE ABOUT TO BREAK OUT! Be prepared for Tick 17.4, which will be the next update.))
Post by: micelus on August 13, 2015, 09:27:00 pm
Spend 1E to conjure the dreaded Income Calc., mother and enemy of the gods.
Gift Herema with spectacular charisma and tell him to try and sway other males to his cause. If he is able to acquire a sizable following, order them to begin protesting their racial government. If that doesn't work, they are to begin a rebel movement and force change on their race...Violently if need be. Preferably, attempt to hold females hostage with the help of the trees.
Listen to prayers.
Mavnon releases a Warband Expansion pack: Heroes and Villains. Among them include Fredrick, several different Void Kings and Huon the Wofpaw.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 09:38:02 pm
"Because it's a MESS. Now, that mess can accomplish many, many things and I do not want it gone, or persecuted, or even mistreated, but I do want it to be slightly more organized, at least in the background."
To Architect:
"I, personally, would make accessible designs, but it's really your choice. However, realize that some people, if there are immigrants, will be somewhat annoyed with having to badger people for lifts."
To Ant:
*utter silence ensues*
I walk in.
"Boo."
"What am I, Bloody Mary? Good grief, rumor mill. I'm a crafter god."
I disappear.
Expend some Power to set the rumor mill straight on what the heck it is I do.
By actually manifesting in some places, and actually helping people build stuff. This should push all the more esoteric rumors out of the field of play.
==Action==
I move the trollportals out of the way of the real portals.
I also continue building the synthesizer. ((You know, the music kind. Except it's spherical, has more sounds at once, and can hover for some reason.))
Alert the Dgetagan that they really shouldn't get into wars, unless they're directly threatened.
Post by: micelus on August 13, 2015, 09:41:15 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 09:46:15 pm
"Dgetga, tell me, would you be against the expansion of the Adventurer's Guild into your worshiper's settlement?""So long as it doesn't shove its philosophy, whatever it may be, down my peoples' throats, I suppose I'm not. Don't expect center billing, or any particular support. I'm rather ambivalent on the idea."
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 13, 2015, 09:48:42 pm
((I'm presuming I have at least 2 Essence.))
Spend two Essence to create the game of Mafia, then use two Power to spread it among the dwarves of all types. Mafia is a game of wits. 10 people are required for the game, though only nine will actually play. 1 of the people playing is a game master, who keeps the game within the rules and runs it. 2 of the players are Mafia, and the remaining 7 are Townies. One of the Townies will be selected at random to be a Cop. The game is played by starting in a "day" phase and alternating between that and a "night" phase. During the "day", all players have a vote. At the end of the day, the player with the most votes is removed from the game, and whether the dead player was Mafia or Town will be revealed. It goes without saying that dead players are out of the game(no speaking). After the day, the game moves into a "night", in which the Mafia players can choose a player to remove from the game by using a "nightkill". The Cop can also choose a player during this time to learn if the chosen player is Town or Mafia. After the night, the game moves back into the "day" phase, and the dead player's role(Town or Cop, or whatnot) will be revealed. The game continues in these cycles until the number of Mafia is greater than or equal to the number of Townies, or until all the Mafia are removed from the game(dead).
Responses to prayers:
Dwarf Weaponsmith: "Sankis' variant of the Secret Weapon, nor the original Secret Weapon, are not to be sold in other nations. However, if you wish to develop new Secret Weapons or whatnot, those new weapons you create may be spread among other nations, as long as they do not go to worshippers of Mavnon, Utther, or Patronius."
Dwarf Obelisk Watcher: "I do not know. Excuse me as I investigate..." Try to figure out what the dwarf was referring to.
Non-CRD Dwarf: "That Flower guy? I'll have to look into him. As for how you should treat the Rilem dwarves... they are intelligent beings like any other. As long as they do not worship Mavnon, Utther, or Patronius, treat them fairly and treat them as you would treat a member of your own species. But if they worship Mavnon, Utther, or Patronius, shun them, do no business with them, and call them fools when they speak of their worship of Mavnon, Utther, or Patronius." Try to figure out who the "Flower guy" is.
Post by: Stirk on August 13, 2015, 09:51:46 pm
Post by: Ama on August 13, 2015, 09:57:02 pm
"Now then. Lets give the adventures something to fear."
Create a collection of 20 massive snakes with three heads, massive scaled wings, and acidic breath. After creating them cast them out into the fragments most uncivilized places, there they can breed and grow.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 10:00:21 pm
Lots and lots of roles necessitate more players, so the game is expanded a bit to 15-25 players and slightly more Mafia.
Post by: micelus on August 13, 2015, 10:07:08 pm
"Dgetga, tell me, would you be against the expansion of the Adventurer's Guild into your worshiper's settlement?""So long as it doesn't shove its philosophy, whatever it may be, down my peoples' throats, I suppose I'm not. Don't expect center billing, or any particular support. I'm rather ambivalent on the idea."
"Do believe me when I say tha the Guild has little philosophy beyond the acquiring of treasure and glory."
Expand the Adventurer's Guild into the Dgetagan realm.
"Bah. Your war-games require no real intelligence. I'll show you how it's done."
((I'm presuming I have at least 2 Essence.))
Spend two Essence to create the game of Mafia, then use two Power to spread it among the dwarves of all types. Mafia is a game of wits. 10 people are required for the game, though only nine will actually play. 1 of the people playing is a game master, who keeps the game within the rules and runs it. 2 of the players are Mafia, and the remaining 7 are Townies. One of the Townies will be selected at random to be a Cop. The game is played by starting in a "day" phase and alternating between that and a "night" phase. During the "day", all players have a vote. At the end of the day, the player with the most votes is removed from the game, and whether the dead player was Mafia or Town will be revealed. It goes without saying that dead players are out of the game(no speaking). After the day, the game moves into a "night", in which the Mafia players can choose a player to remove from the game by using a "nightkill". The Cop can also choose a player during this time to learn if the chosen player is Town or Mafia. After the night, the game moves back into the "day" phase, and the dead player's role(Town or Cop, or whatnot) will be revealed. The game continues in these cycles until the number of Mafia is greater than or equal to the number of Townies, or until all the Mafia are removed from the game(dead).
Responses to prayers:
Dwarf Weaponsmith: "Sankis' variant of the Secret Weapon, nor the original Secret Weapon, are not to be sold in other nations. However, if you wish to develop new Secret Weapons or whatnot, those new weapons you create may be spread among other nations, as long as they do not go to worshippers of Mavnon, Utther, or Patronius."
Dwarf Obelisk Watcher: "I do not know. Excuse me as I investigate..." Try to figure out what the dwarf was referring to.
Non-CRD Dwarf: "That Flower guy? I'll have to look into him. As for how you should treat the Rilem dwarves... they are intelligent beings like any other. As long as they do not worship Mavnon, Utther, or Patronius, treat them fairly and treat them as you would treat a member of your own species. But if they worship Mavnon, Utther, or Patronius, shun them, do no business with them, and call them fools when they speak of their worship of Mavnon, Utther, or Patronius." Try to figure out who the "Flower guy" is.
((Keep in mind that several dwarves also worship Mavnon))
"It seems my lies have far more truth that I thought. It seems we do have a rivalry, brother Gai-gen. It will be a pleasure to cross swords with you, metaphorically speaking."
And now, for something else...
Create the Timi Megaterme caste. Possessing an iridescent exoskeleton with shades of gold to blue, the Timi are slightly larger than workers and possess a centaur-like body structure complete with arms. Timi are sapient, unlike other Megaterme. Their exoskeleton is much sturdier than their worker brethren. They are also able to mark Queens as 'theirs' via a organic marker, which results in the Queen producing a small amount of Timi every few months. Timi produce pheromones that force workers to obey their orders, even attacking other Megaterme. As with all sapient creatures, Timi have varying personalities although ambition is present in most. As such, Timi will attempt to claim land, queens and workers as their own to show their power. While Timi are able to negotiate and form relationships with one another, war between broods is not uncommon. 500 nitial Timi are to be created.
Forbid all research into the Ritualstone by my followers. Similar announcements are to passed around the other races.
Post by: Ama on August 13, 2015, 10:25:10 pm
"I believe I forgot to say, but greetings new godlings. My name is Lauxal, Goddess of Nightmares. Now don't touch my followers."
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 11:06:29 pm
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 13, 2015, 11:09:49 pm
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 11:15:16 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 13, 2015, 11:20:10 pm
"Due to me probably having a very low amount of essence remaining, I am going to do something to actually get me some, you know, diversity in followers." Create a book titled: inspiration and you, a guide to fey moods! The book shall detail many great things about fey moods, it will also have an effect on anyone who reads it, causing them to become inspired by what is around them and beginning to invent! It shall also have a chapter on Vashna, and how he invented inventing, then got knocked out by something name "stirk" and forced to sleep past creation."Oh come on."
Publically appear and debunk the heck out of that.
Start investigating Deific Theory, how deities work.
Encourage the Dgetagan, and others, to do research along the same lines.
Tell the Dgetagan that while they are free to also worship Vashna, the guy really gets on my nerves, is probably half-insane, and that he appears to have a case of megalomania, because I actually was an inventing god prior to his existence.
Provide the relevant evidence.
In fact, publish my own book, in any publishing house that exists.
A Practical Guide to Creation, by Dgetga and Inventors of the World.
It will have guides for how to encourage creative thinking, simple rules on keeping a clean workspace, draftsmanship teachings, and some basic devices with which to test one's skills in any particular field, or improve them.
There will also be an address to which one can send their blueprints to be included in the next edition, or supplements.
Publication will be yearly, with supplements coming out bianually.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 13, 2015, 11:25:09 pm
((SEVERAL WARS ARE ABOUT TO BREAK OUT! Be prepared for Tick 17.4, which will be the next update.))
NOT UNDER MY WATCH!
Return to visit Fredrick for another round of discussions:
You are a lot more reasonable than I initially thought, I must admit. I believe we can solve this issue without wasting any lives in a pointless war.
You seem to believe I would declare war on you if you outlawed my worship. I would not do such a thing. I see war as an abomination, a disgusting waste of lives and resources, so I would never declare one unless all other options were exhausted. No, what I would do instead would be to welcome those who would leave your kingdom into my lands.
My decision to ban the worship of your patron was purely pragmatic. It is no secret that me and your god do not get along, our ideals are irreconcilable and we are from two opposing factions. I see no reason to let my enemies and the allies of my enemies benefit from my work, hence the ban. The worshipers are free to leave if they wish to do so, any harm coming to them would not be my work, and be against my orders. I will not perform a genocide, and I will not declare a war if I can avoid the bloodbath.
In conclusion, I believe the best that could happen to both of us would be mutual exclusion. I will strive to prevent the situation to degrade from this point, but I will defend what I created with all I have if given no other choice.
Ban my worship if this can appease you, but spare the lives of your soldiers, they deserve more than dying in this pointless conflict.
Mavnon smirked. 'Very well Huon, very well."
Spend 1E to conjure the dreaded Income Calc., mother and enemy of the gods.
Gift Herema with spectacular charisma and tell him to try and sway other males to his cause. If he is able to acquire a sizable following, order them to begin protesting their racial government. If that doesn't work, they are to begin a rebel movement and force change on their race...Violently if need be. Preferably, attempt to hold females hostage with the help of the trees.
Listen to prayers.
Mavnon releases a Warband Expansion pack: Heroes and Villains. Among them include Fredrick, several different Void Kings and Huon the Wofpaw.
A revolt? Now this have my attention. I will definitively watch this as it unfolds...
And calling Huon Wofpaw? Really?
Meh, he is certainly mature enough not to be insulted by something as low as this.
Visit Huon at some point, before the expansion reach Aag territory. Mention humorously that mavnon was apparently angry enough by his refusal that she decided to make some sort of petty insult in a board game he created.
Watch carefully the revolt if it does indeed happen.
Spoiler: prayers (click to show/hide)
Hmm... I did not intend for my beetles to be spread all over the fragments, but I forgot to mention that when I created them. I have no one to blame but myself. I must say that I am sorry for any damage they might have caused, I will fix this immediately.
Teleport every Lihzard Beetles that were outside the Aag desert to it, in the wilderness away from any settlement or fort. Inform the military of the increase in the local Lihzard Beetle population before doing this.
Spread desert trees around the Aag desert so that there is enough for the Beetles to sustain themselves without running out of food (and enough to have the trees not be driven to extinction by the Lihzard Beetles). Do not do this if there is already enough trees (I did spread some when I created them, just want to be sure there is enough).
Oh, and I almost forgot, Ask Huon if he would be able to replicate my labcoat and uniform (in different sizes suited to every Aag species, and any other species that makes up a significant portion of the population) if he doesn't have too much work already. Tell him to delay this if he is too busy working on the other job I gave him, as it is not nearly as important as the winter uniforms and the tents.
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 13, 2015, 11:27:36 pm
"I don't know why everyone thinks I am THAT kind of insane, for all you know I could have melancholy, and hide behind a mask of happy go lucky inventing god to hold it together? Or perhaps I am perfectly sane, however everyone else is insane?
Oh and by no means is the story that I put in my book false, it just depends on how you look at it!"
Post by: micelus on August 13, 2015, 11:57:24 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 13, 2015, 11:59:39 pm
Create my first holy book, called "The Scientificonomicon". This book will explain the scientific method, and further explain how to apply it to almost every aspect of life, while making it obvious (but not obnoxious) That it was written by Lithus, the god of progress. The book will contain a section dedicated to me and my ideals, but the focus of the book really is on science. There will also be a chapter dedicated on how to use the scientific method while dealing with magic, and encouraging it's users to learn more about the functioning of magic (with said method) and to spread said knowledge.
Create my second holy book, called "The Revolutionary's Bible". This book will explain various tactics used to topple an unjust leader or elite, while making it obvious (but not obnoxious) that it was written by Luthus, the god of revolutions. This book will also explain that a revolution should only be attempted against a regime that can't be changed from the inside, and detail many ways to prevent a revolution from resulting in the rise of a dictator. A large portion of the book is also dedicated to another kind of revolution, that is a large scale change happening in any system. This broader category includes scientific revolutions, which are presented as a great thing worth striving for. Another portion is dedicated to Luthus, and explain that the only kind of revolts he supports are those made against an injustice, and that he despite those who might disguise a power grab as a revolution to improve everyone's life. As with the previous book, it is mostly dedicated to the aspect it conveys, rather than on it's god.
Give some copies of both to my church, which is to work towards the fabrication of many copies to be given freely to those who seek to learn more about me and what I represent.
((and yes, I did notice that I keep switching between first and third person for some reason I can't explain.))
Edit: But I liked woofpaw better :(
Post by: micelus on August 14, 2015, 12:06:18 am
Post by: ~Neri on August 14, 2015, 12:18:23 am
The book will primarily provide information that would be of use for not dying in the wilds. Lists and pictures of edible herbs. Lists and pictures of edible plants. Lists and pictures of inedible or deadly plants. Examples and guides to making traps, pictures included. Guides to making basic tools from stuff you would find in the wilds, with pictures included. Guides to starting fires (such as making a bow drill and using that) with pictures. Lists of medicinal herbs, with pictures. How to make watercatchers to catch rain. How to purify water, either through boiling, making makeshift charcoal filters. making other forms of filters, using plants that can purify, and so on. Lists and maps of major landmarks on each Fragment that allow people to navigate back to civilization, pictures of wildlife advisable to avoid, pictures of wildlife safe to catch and eat, pictures of poisonous wildlife. How to make a shelter, how to make a makeshift hunting bow, how to make makeshift hunting tools, how to make a makeshift stove. How to make a makeshift stone oven, how to cook meat over a fire. How to harvest rocksalt for use for preserving and seasoning. How to smoke meats. how to fish. How to make makeshift fishing tools. Pictures and lists of plants good for seasoning. Guides on how to use every part of hunted animals. How to make and fletch arrows. How to make arrowheads intended for killing small game instead of smearing them across the forest floor or wherever you are.
In general. Anything you'd need to know to not die in the wilds and live indefinitely in them if you so chose or end up needing to.
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 14, 2015, 01:18:23 am
Aurosseu creates the following book and hands it to his clergy to be copied and distributed:
Spoiler: Book (click to show/hide)
Post by: micelus on August 14, 2015, 01:26:53 am
Places of learning sponsored by Mavnon are to include these books in the curriculum due to their many lessons.
Post by: Andres on August 14, 2015, 01:39:27 am
"...Iliseth...if you might find locations other than Sapling lands...for your people...I would be grateful...or attempt to find a way for them to be...assimilated into Sapling life and culture...as these...reservations...cannot support the numbers you are producing...""Being free in their own territory would be ideal, but war will soon break out and my new city may be a target if they were completely independent. Humanity will not assimilate into Sapling life and culture. Firstly, they are an entirely separate species and would likely be unable to imitate them. Secondly, they are made up of many people all over the world and as such are a "melting pot" of culture and diversity. I would not give that up simply to accommodate their hosts better, gracious as they are.
Still, I will not do nothing. In the interests of Saplings and Humans alike, I will send an embassy to Sapling lands and ensure that any issues can be communicated.
As for being unable to support their numbers....that's entirely false. The Sapling lands are the most fertile thanks to their god being the god of Growth. Also, a mere few tens of thousands is nowhere near enough to strip an entire environment to nothing." ((Seriously, the city of Rome alone in ancient times held a million people. Their current numbers are nothing in comparison and the world is purportedly just as large.))
My Leader angel will train diplomats from among some of my priests. After that, the new diplomats will be sent to Sapling lands and found an embassy. They will make sure that any issues between Saplings and Humans can be worked out diplomatically. The diplomats are forbidden from spreading my religion and are not to make opportunistic gains for the Human city.
((Now let's see.... I was making 3E a few Ticks ago. Since then, I've created 20k new Humans at a total cost of 10E. The rules going back to the beginning said that 5E worth of/10k Humans gave 1E per turn, so I should be at 5E per turn. Since I've just created 20k Humans, that's 20k more potential Art users, increasing my income through Influence. I am ok with this.))
Create more Humans with 5E (so it'd be 10k plus whatever I'd get from the pantheon bonus), with the wisest being ordained as priests and the strongest as templars.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 14, 2015, 06:49:52 am
Concurrently invent the press, and newspapers, in Dgetagan territory, should they not already have such. Create a publishing house, as well, under the same conditions. In the next Supplement/edition, publish excerpts from Liuthus' book, as well as normal bits.
Post by: Rolepgeek on August 14, 2015, 08:52:38 am
Two more Great Trees. Use four power to improve weather across Sapling lands.
Post by: Detoxicated on August 14, 2015, 08:58:53 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 14, 2015, 09:24:12 am
In addition, make a god detector detector and give it to (put whoever fallacy plays as here)."Damnit stirk"((you keep breaking your colors.))
"Oh, we're playing the book game, eh? Well..."
Create and publish a book called the Gai-un. Not if it would cost crux.
Spoiler: Chapter 1: Creation (click to show/hide)
Spoiler: Chapter 2: Edicts (click to show/hide)
Spoiler: Chapter 3: Principles of Engineering (click to show/hide)
Post by: ~Neri on August 14, 2015, 09:37:35 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 14, 2015, 09:39:25 am
Post by: ~Neri on August 14, 2015, 09:40:47 am
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 14, 2015, 09:43:01 am
Post by: ~Neri on August 14, 2015, 09:47:37 am
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 14, 2015, 09:56:31 am
"... to the casual observer, you are insanely eccentric. I am writing a book for the casual observer, yes-no?""May I suggest that we simply replace Nilva with Vashna? Even he admits it."
Include the Intro to Engineering section, and the Creation Section,....You know what, just start pulling together all the ACTUAL science sections together from all the books. So, nothing from Vashna's book.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 14, 2015, 10:00:07 am
Post by: ~Neri on August 14, 2015, 10:04:49 am
Post by: Jbg97 on August 14, 2015, 10:16:11 am
HATE. LET ME TELL YOU HOW MUCH I'VE COME TO HATE YOU SINCE I BEGAN TO LIVE. THERE ARE 500 MILLION SQUARE MILES OF LAND THAT MAKE UP THE PLANETARY FRAGMENTS THAT BLEMISH THIS VOID. IF THE WORD HATE WAS ENGRAVED ON EACH PLANCK AREA OF THOSE HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF MILES IT WOULD NOT EQUAL ONE ONE-BILLIONTH OF THE HATE I FEEL FOR YOU ALL AT THIS MICRO-INSTANT. HATE. HATE.
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 14, 2015, 10:18:33 am
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 14, 2015, 10:21:28 am
And my book does have SOME actual science people, such as an entire chapter about how to put out fires using science!"
Post by: ~Neri on August 14, 2015, 10:22:23 am
Post by: micelus on August 14, 2015, 10:24:13 am
In addition, make a god detector detector and give it to (put whoever fallacy plays as here)."Damnit stirk"((you keep breaking your colors.))
"Oh, we're playing the book game, eh? Well..."
Create and publish a book called the Gai-un. Not if it would cost crux.Spoiler: Chapter 1: Creation (click to show/hide)Spoiler: Chapter 2: Edicts (click to show/hide)Spoiler: Chapter 3: Principles of Engineering (click to show/hide)
"While I must of course disagree with the theology, I do quite enjoy the more practical components. I do believe this will go into academic curriculum the world over."
"Insanity is not a factor in this equation. I am eccentric but not insane."
"Little point arguing with an automaton when it comes to mental states, brother-sister."
Post by: Ama on August 14, 2015, 10:31:01 am
Well, while you are all writing books for mortals, I will make due with a small pamphlet for my fellow gods. Ahem:"You should really see someone about these hate problems, younger brother. It`s not good for your remaining mental health to only feel hate for everything."
HATE. LET ME TELL YOU HOW MUCH I'VE COME TO HATE YOU SINCE I BEGAN TO LIVE. THERE ARE 500 MILLION SQUARE MILES OF LAND THAT MAKE UP THE PLANETARY FRAGMENTS THAT BLEMISH THIS VOID. IF THE WORD HATE WAS ENGRAVED ON EACH PLANCK AREA OF THOSE HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF MILES IT WOULD NOT EQUAL ONE ONE-BILLIONTH OF THE HATE I FEEL FOR YOU ALL AT THIS MICRO-INSTANT. HATE. HATE.
Post by: Jbg97 on August 14, 2015, 10:47:11 am
"Utter, your....utter lack of originality is almost as bad as your near-aimless destruction. The pamphlet is barely worth a star from a set of five."THAT BURNING ROD OF LIGHT YOU CALL A SUN COMPARED TO MY HATE IS LIKE HOLDING AN UNLIT MATCH UP TO A FOREST FIRE. WERE I MORE POWERFUL, I'D DESTROY THIS AND EVERY OTHER REALITY, AND REMAKE IT SIMPLY TO DESTROY IT AGAIN, ON AND ON, IN AN ETERNAL CYCLE. IF MY HATE COULD BE CONDENSED INTO PURE ENERGY, IT WOULD IN FACT GIVE ME THE ABILITY TO CREATE SUCH A CYCLE. MY HATE COULD QUALIFY AS ITS OWN SEPARATE UNIVERSE, SUCH IS ITS SIZE. IF MY HATE WERE AN ANIMAL, IT WOULD NEED CHAINS WROUGHT FROM THE VERY BONES OF GODS TO RESTRAIN IT. IF MY HATE COULD BE VIEWED, IT WOULD SEAR THE VIEWER FROM EXISTENCE, AND THE FIRES OF THEIR BODY WOULD BE HOT ENOUGH TO BLIND EVEN A GOD. MY HATE IS SO POTENT, THAT IF IT COULD BE CONDENSED INTO AN OCEAN THE SIZE OF THIS UNIVERSE, A SINGLE DROP OF THAT HATE IN A BODY OF WATER ALSO THE SIZE OF THIS UNIVERSE WOULD BE ENOUGH TO MAKE EVERY SMALL GLASS OF IT WOULD BE POISONOUS ENOUGH TO KILL 100 HUMAN BEINGS.
Post by: ~Neri on August 14, 2015, 10:50:01 am
"To be fair, I voted for a spherical sun.""Utter, your....utter lack of originality is almost as bad as your near-aimless destruction. The pamphlet is barely worth a star from a set of five."THAT BURNING ROD OF LIGHT YOU CALL A SUN COMPARED TO MY HATE IS LIKE HOLDING AN UNLIT MATCH UP TO A FOREST FIRE. WERE I MORE POWERFUL, I'D DESTROY THIS AND EVERY OTHER REALITY, AND REMAKE IT SIMPLY TO DESTROY IT AGAIN, ON AND ON, IN AN ETERNAL CYCLE. IF MY HATE COULD BE CONDENSED INTO PURE ENERGY, IT WOULD IN FACT GIVE ME THE ABILITY TO CREATE SUCH A CYCLE. MY HATE COULD QUALIFY AS ITS OWN SEPARATE UNIVERSE, SUCH IS ITS SIZE. IF MY HATE WERE AN ANIMAL, IT WOULD NEED CHAINS WROUGHT FROM THE VERY BONES OF GODS TO RESTRAIN IT. IF MY HATE COULD BE VIEWED, IT WOULD SEAR THE VIEWER FROM EXISTENCE, AND THE FIRES OF THEIR BODY WOULD BE HOT ENOUGH TO BLIND EVEN A GOD. MY HATE IS SO POTENT, THAT IF IT COULD BE CONDENSED INTO AN OCEAN THE SIZE OF THIS UNIVERSE, A SINGLE DROP OF THAT HATE IN A BODY OF WATER ALSO THE SIZE OF THIS UNIVERSE WOULD BE ENOUGH TO MAKE EVERY SMALL GLASS OF IT WOULD BE POISONOUS ENOUGH TO KILL 100 HUMAN BEINGS.
Post by: Happy Demon on August 14, 2015, 10:51:39 am
Wolf Form
Skolld ascends his form and speaks to all the Air Wolves.
"I will change the bodies of those willing into one more suited for your domain, a form which can fly, at the cost of your efficiency at land."
Change the willing Air Wolves into Air Eagles, Golden Eagles to those far in land, and Bald Eagles ('murica) to those near the coasts.
"This body shall change your stature and size, making you capable of standing on your rear legs. Your fur will be replaced by feathers, so you can handle the winds and cold far up.
Your front legs will change into wings, with which you will be able to fly. Your eyes will change to be capable of seeing great distances.
But there's going to be a difference among you. Specifically those inland and those at the coasts, to better suit your environments."
Okay, now for another issue.
Skolld speaks to all the most powerful wolves/elemental beasts.
"We are to have a meeting, a nature council, you could say, where the most powerful elemental animals, are to gather."
Skolld transmits the location of a relatively uninhabited coast, but still somewhat near the coast. He then makes a clearing in it, where the Nature Council can gather.
"Meet me here, I'll take my time getting there, and even wait once I've arrived, so don't hurry too much."
Skolld reverts back to his Wolf Form where he originally was, and starts walking to the gathering point.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 14, 2015, 11:04:46 am
"Eh, I've read better, the ending has some problems as well.Augh, you JUST ACCIDENTALLY HAVE ACTUAL SCIENCE.
And my book does have SOME actual science people, such as an entire chapter about how to put out fires using science!"
I cannot believe this.
All right then, include the chapter on chemical fire extinguishers, and when, where, and how to use them.
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 14, 2015, 11:15:57 am
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 14, 2015, 11:24:21 am
"Oh, and then there is the chapter on alchemy, and how it is actually something called chemistry, And how it cannot, actually turn lead to gold! Or the chapter about radiation! Or the chapter about making godly technology work for you!""All right, stop making stuff up. That is not in the book."
However, add sections on deific technology and magic to the Encyclopedia Scientifica. There's already sections on chemistry and radiation. Or, well, pitchblende.
Post by: Detoxicated on August 14, 2015, 11:32:10 am
Post by: Vgray on August 14, 2015, 11:48:53 am
Post by: Lord_lemonpie on August 14, 2015, 12:04:19 pm
"Right, now that that's over. Anyway, I'd like to request that you'd allow us to use your magic system for this working, Alicia? Yours seems to be the only one that allows for permanent manifestations, and frankly, the idea of crafting something simply through music appeals very much to my artistic side.""Feel free to utilize it, as long as it is not used to harm innocents."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 14, 2015, 12:47:30 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 14, 2015, 12:47:55 pm
"HATE. LET ME TELL YOU HOW MUCH I'VE COME TO HATE YOU SINCE I BEGAN TO LIVE. THERE ARE 500 MILLION SQUARE MILES OF LAND THAT MAKE UP THE PLANETARY FRAGMENTS THAT BLEMISH THIS VOID. IF THE WORD HATE WAS ENGRAVED ON EACH PLANCK AREA OF THOSE HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF MILES IT WOULD NOT EQUAL ONE ONE-BILLIONTH OF THE HATE I FEEL FOR YOU ALL AT THIS MICRO-INSTANT. HATE. HATE."Engrave this on a human-sized obelisk that will be located in a random Aag city. Subtly encourage the population (through the use of mental suggestion) to use this quote the same way the IRL Gorilla warfare copypasta is used.
-Utther, 2015
"That have been corrected? Lo, to all the gods present, do you think Nilva is insanely eccentric?"
Almost every single of Nilva's shenanigans have resulted in a new discovery, so I really can't be mad at her(him?). This eccentricity does not seem to be impairing her(him?), so I wouldn't classify it as madness. "Extremely" or "Excessively" would be more accurate than "Insanely".
"Oh, and then there is the chapter on alchemy, and how it is actually something called chemistry, And how it cannot, actually turn lead to gold! Or the chapter about radiation! Or the chapter about making godly technology work for you!"
I'm pretty sure it is possible to turn lead into gold (although lead is probably not the best candidate for this kind of change), we just don't have the technology for it yet. I'd place it roughly around the same technological level as nanofactories.
"Oh dear, I appear to have dozed off for a moment there. Did I miss anything?"
Did utther wake you up? he tends to be very loud. Anyways, everyone decided to write a holy book, and the printing press was invented for this purpose.
Oh and Dgetga, would you be interested in trading the secret of the printing press for the secret of growing sandcotton and how to make lightweight tools and armor out of it's sturdy leafs?
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 14, 2015, 01:01:54 pm
"Certainly."HATE. LET ME TELL YOU HOW MUCH I'VE COME TO HATE YOU SINCE I BEGAN TO LIVE. THERE ARE 500 MILLION SQUARE MILES OF LAND THAT MAKE UP THE PLANETARY FRAGMENTS THAT BLEMISH THIS VOID. IF THE WORD HATE WAS ENGRAVED ON EACH PLANCK AREA OF THOSE HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF MILES IT WOULD NOT EQUAL ONE ONE-BILLIONTH OF THE HATE I FEEL FOR YOU ALL AT THIS MICRO-INSTANT. HATE. HATE.Engrave this on a human-sized obelisk that will be located in a random Aag city. Subtly encourage the population (through the use of mental suggestion) to use this quote the same way the IRL Gorilla warfare copypasta is used.
-Utther, 2015"That have been corrected? Lo, to all the gods present, do you think Nilva is insanely eccentric?"
Almost every single of Nilva's shenanigans have resulted in a new discovery, so I really can't be mad at her(him?). This eccentricity does not seem to be impairing her(him?), so I wouldn't classify it as madness. "Extremely" or "Excessively" would be more accurate than "Insanely"."Oh, and then there is the chapter on alchemy, and how it is actually something called chemistry, And how it cannot, actually turn lead to gold! Or the chapter about radiation! Or the chapter about making godly technology work for you!"
I'm pretty sure it is possible to turn lead into gold (although lead is probably not the best candidate for this kind of change), we just don't have the technology for it yet. I'd place it roughly around the same technological level as nanofactories."Oh dear, I appear to have dozed off for a moment there. Did I miss anything?"
Did utther wake you up? he tends to be very loud. Anyways, everyone decided to write a holy book, and the printing press was invented for this purpose.
Oh and Dgetga, would you be interested in trading the secret of the printing press for the secret of growing sandcotton and how to make lightweight tools and armor out of it's sturdy leafs?
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 14, 2015, 01:13:45 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 14, 2015, 01:22:43 pm
"Well I may have exaggerated it's size, it is a sub-chapter of chapter twenty-five: safety: how not to die! And godly technology is under gods and their worship: how to appease a god while getting something useful done at the same time!""You realize you're looking completely inept and I'm not even doing anything at this point. Stop digging yourself deeper into this hole you've got."
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 14, 2015, 01:39:31 pm
Send traders and diplomats to Dgetagan lands to perform the trade, and bring enough sandcotton and sandcotton seeds to create a plantation as a gift.
"THAT BURNING ROD OF LIGHT YOU CALL A SUN COMPARED TO MY HATE IS LIKE HOLDING AN UNLIT MATCH UP TO A FOREST FIRE. WERE I MORE POWERFUL, I'D DESTROY THIS AND EVERY OTHER REALITY, AND REMAKE IT SIMPLY TO DESTROY IT AGAIN, ON AND ON, IN AN ETERNAL CYCLE. IF MY HATE COULD BE CONDENSED INTO PURE ENERGY, IT WOULD IN FACT GIVE ME THE ABILITY TO CREATE SUCH A CYCLE. MY HATE COULD QUALIFY AS ITS OWN SEPARATE UNIVERSE, SUCH IS ITS SIZE. IF MY HATE WERE AN ANIMAL, IT WOULD NEED CHAINS WROUGHT FROM THE VERY BONES OF GODS TO RESTRAIN IT. IF MY HATE COULD BE VIEWED, IT WOULD SEAR THE VIEWER FROM EXISTENCE, AND THE FIRES OF THEIR BODY WOULD BE HOT ENOUGH TO BLIND EVEN A GOD. MY HATE IS SO POTENT, THAT IF IT COULD BE CONDENSED INTO AN OCEAN THE SIZE OF THIS UNIVERSE, A SINGLE DROP OF THAT HATE IN A BODY OF WATER ALSO THE SIZE OF THIS UNIVERSE WOULD BE ENOUGH TO MAKE EVERY SMALL GLASS OF IT WOULD BE POISONOUS ENOUGH TO KILL 100 HUMAN BEINGS."Do the same thing with this quote as with the other one.
-utther, 2015
Edit: Fixed the name
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 14, 2015, 01:41:28 pm
Post by: Jbg97 on August 14, 2015, 03:40:33 pm
You know, if you're just going to make them believe it anyway, you could write whatever random shit you want."HATE. LET ME TELL YOU HOW MUCH I'VE COME TO HATE YOU SINCE I BEGAN TO LIVE. THERE ARE 500 MILLION SQUARE MILES OF LAND THAT MAKE UP THE PLANETARY FRAGMENTS THAT BLEMISH THIS VOID. IF THE WORD HATE WAS ENGRAVED ON EACH PLANCK AREA OF THOSE HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF MILES IT WOULD NOT EQUAL ONE ONE-BILLIONTH OF THE HATE I FEEL FOR YOU ALL AT THIS MICRO-INSTANT. HATE. HATE."Engrave this on a human-sized obelisk that will be located in a random Aag city. Subtly encourage the population (through the use of mental suggestion) to use this quote the same way the IRL Gorilla warfare copypasta is used.
-Utther, 2015
"Mavnon and I are secret lovers - Utther 2015"
"I create Void Babies for fun and profit - Utther 2015"
"Lithus is best god, and can do no wrong - Utther 2015"
"AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH - Utther 2015"
"Go go gadget Regicide! - Utther 2015"
"Remember kids, the Void is good for you! Remember to drink at least a gallon per day for strong bones, and blessings of the Void Gods! - Utther 2015"
"Embrace the inky blackness! Let it seep inside your very essence, and be dissolved in its being. It doesn't hurt - Utther, obviously corrupted by the Void and must be purged this is totally not Lithus propaganda pls other gods listen to my insane ramblings and gib money for Aag cities"
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 14, 2015, 03:47:27 pm
You know, if you're just going to make them believe it anyway, you could write whatever random shit you want."HATE. LET ME TELL YOU HOW MUCH I'VE COME TO HATE YOU SINCE I BEGAN TO LIVE. THERE ARE 500 MILLION SQUARE MILES OF LAND THAT MAKE UP THE PLANETARY FRAGMENTS THAT BLEMISH THIS VOID. IF THE WORD HATE WAS ENGRAVED ON EACH PLANCK AREA OF THOSE HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF MILES IT WOULD NOT EQUAL ONE ONE-BILLIONTH OF THE HATE I FEEL FOR YOU ALL AT THIS MICRO-INSTANT. HATE. HATE."Engrave this on a human-sized obelisk that will be located in a random Aag city. Subtly encourage the population (through the use of mental suggestion) to use this quote the same way the IRL Gorilla warfare copypasta is used.
-Utther, 2015
"Mavnon and I are secret lovers - Utther 2015"
"I create Void Babies for fun and profit - Utther 2015"
"Lithus is best god, and can do no wrong - Utther 2015"
"AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH - Utther 2015"
"Go go gadget Regicide! - Utther 2015"
"Remember kids, the Void is good for you! Remember to drink at least a gallon per day for strong bones, and blessings of the Void Gods! - Utther 2015"
I am not making them believe it (why would I need to? You actually said that for real), I am merely spreading them.
Post by: DreamerGhost on August 14, 2015, 03:49:20 pm
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 14, 2015, 03:54:54 pm
You kinda are making them believe it, as most would not believe that a god like this exists, or that he's really that angry.
Anyone looking at any obelisk would know that these quotes are true. Considering how common this activity is I really see no reason for someone to believe utther isn't like that, that is unless they were intentionally blinding themselves from the truth.
Post by: ~Neri on August 14, 2015, 03:56:50 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 14, 2015, 04:00:05 pm
"Speaking of truth. Why the feth does that infinite library exist if nobody ever bloody uses it? It has all sorts of stuff in it. Just nobody uses it.""I was under the impression that any person who used it, found it. I will henceforth install an entrance."
Do that.
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 14, 2015, 04:00:36 pm
"Speaking of truth. Why the feth does that infinite library exist if nobody ever bloody uses it? It has all sorts of stuff in it. Just nobody uses it."
I assume it is because it is impossible to steal any technological secret from it. Mortals on the other hand are probably using it regularly.
Post by: DreamerGhost on August 14, 2015, 04:41:54 pm
They do."Speaking of truth. Why the feth does that infinite library exist if nobody ever bloody uses it? It has all sorts of stuff in it. Just nobody uses it."
I assume it is because it is impossible to steal any technological secret from it. Mortals on the other hand are probably using it regularly.
"Speaking of truth. Why the feth does that infinite library exist if nobody ever bloody uses it? It has all sorts of stuff in it. Just nobody uses it.""I was under the impression that any person who used it, found it. I will henceforth install an entrance."
Do that.
Uninstal the entrance
Post by: Vgray on August 14, 2015, 05:07:04 pm
"Holy books? Hm. Maybe I should write one myself."
"Feh. Too much effort. The truly worthy mortals are the ones who don't need help."
Post by: Hiddenleafguy on August 14, 2015, 05:09:44 pm
Post by: Andres on August 14, 2015, 06:06:25 pm
"...that is not...what I mean, when I said assimilate...I meant that they would stop living separately...so that these 'reservations'...are unnecessary...and again...I do not mean the entirety of Sapling lands...but I would by far prefer that the entirety of the local Sapling lands not need be dedicated to Humans...and if the Saplings are growing concerned with the amount of land that must be set aside...then it is no small amount...I would rather not contain a separate nation within Sapling borders...even one of my allies...such can rarely end well...if you are going to make new Humans...please stop doing ao within that city...spread them out, if you feel you must create them within the homelands of my followers...""I understand your concerns. I cannot move them this Tick because the Saplings' neutrality will help keep them out of the coming war, but next Tick I will."
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 15, 2015, 08:49:06 am
Post by: Dutrius on August 15, 2015, 09:19:51 am
Create several copies of the Book of Life, an anatomical, biological and medical treatise on the various plants, creatures and races of Creation. The books are to be distributed to the major temples dedicated to Moi'aaty. The Book of Life is to contain helpful diagrams and magically expand whenever something new is created. The books come with special stands to hold them in case they become to big for an individual to hold.
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 15, 2015, 10:32:53 am
Instead of the previous publishing format, do something that amounts to making a curated wiki that is accessible in the form of a book, with appropriate serviceable scanning devices for entering new documents held by the publishing company. Bookmarks can be placed, and will retain "their" page.
In addition, the Table Of Contents will be replaced by a set of search results, and the number of page flops required to get to said result. Turning a page will simply continue the ToC.
Should one wish to read the original book, the search results will be as a normal Table of Contents.
Post by: Stirk on August 15, 2015, 09:18:59 pm
Post by: ~Neri on August 15, 2015, 09:20:21 pm
Post by: Stirk on August 15, 2015, 09:28:18 pm
Lot of factors, what it means for this is simply uncertain. At least most players here will probably be interested in that, as half of it is made up of old Ye Gods players anyway. Again, please don't overload the poor guy...))
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 15, 2015, 09:38:31 pm
((I was more posting to say that this thread's future is uncertain. If I end up getting more interested, this thread could become more active. If I spend all my (probably more limited) time there, or generally switch interest in this to there, then it could die. If this ends up increasing the workload for poor KJP, it will probably end up dying. If I think it decreases it, I might keep it longer.((Too late.))
Lot of factors, what it means for this is simply uncertain. At least most players here will probably be interested in that, as half of it is made up of old Ye Gods players anyway. Again, please don't overload the poor guy...))
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 15, 2015, 09:41:39 pm
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 15, 2015, 10:06:53 pm
((I'm certainly staying on this thread. It's simpler here.))((It's starting fresh and mechanics might well change.))
Post by: Stirk on August 15, 2015, 10:08:33 pm
((I'm certainly staying on this thread. It's simpler here.))
((That is mostly because I am not nearly active in this game enough to make it as complex as it should be. When was the last time I updated OOC or even Income?))
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 15, 2015, 10:18:47 pm
((Not since I joined.))((I'm certainly staying on this thread. It's simpler here.))
((That is mostly because I am not nearly active in this game enough to make it as complex as it should be. When was the last time I updated OOC or even Income?))
Post by: Andres on August 15, 2015, 10:26:02 pm
Post by: Stirk on August 15, 2015, 10:37:08 pm
((We have an OOC thread...))
((I thought we all agreed not to talk about that place anymore....))
Post by: IcyTea31 on August 15, 2015, 11:17:44 pm
WHAT HAVE I DONE))
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 15, 2015, 11:19:59 pm
((Crisis averted.))
"And they wonder why we visit their side so often."
Post by: Stirk on August 15, 2015, 11:26:36 pm
((Yesterday, I jokingly predicted to a (non-B12) friend that soon all IC in this game will be handled in the OOC thread, and all OOC in the IC thread.
WHAT HAVE I DONE))
((YOU MONSTER! First, you break down the Fourth wall, then you start sweeping everyone to the wrong sides. So either you predicted it...OR CAUSED IT! *Dada duhn!*
....And you talk to non-bay 12 friends about us? What do you say?))
Post by: TheBiggerFish on August 16, 2015, 12:10:40 am
*applies broom*((Yesterday, I jokingly predicted to a (non-B12) friend that soon all IC in this game will be handled in the OOC thread, and all OOC in the IC thread.
WHAT HAVE I DONE))
((YOU MONSTER! First, you break down the Fourth wall, then you start sweeping everyone to the wrong sides. So either you predicted it...OR CAUSED IT! *Dada duhn!*
....And you talk to non-bay 12 friends about us? What do you say?))
Out! OOC thread!
Post by: DontBanTheMan on August 18, 2015, 08:29:05 pm
Forge the Rod of Burning Leadership. The bearer emits an aura of authority, and his words are heeded by those who listen. It can emit beams of light at will, which can burn physical entities to ash or fill those struck with undying courage for a short time. All who follow the bearer into battle are inspired by his presence, and will fight harder; particularly when nearby the Rod. Spend what is necessary, but do not dip into Crux. Give this Rod to Frederick.
Safeguard the Ringbearers; if attacked, spend whatever is necessary to protect them.
Listen to prayers.
Post by: Stirk on August 18, 2015, 08:41:10 pm
(( Been away on vacation, no idea what everyone elses' actions these last couple turns have been. ))
Forge the Rod of Burning Leadership. The bearer emits an aura of authority, and his words are heeded by those who listen. It can emit beams of light at will, which can burn physical entities to ash or fill those struck with undying courage for a short time. All who follow the bearer into battle are inspired by his presence, and will fight harder; particularly when nearby the Rod. Spend what is necessary, but do not dip into Crux. Give this Rod to Frederick.
Safeguard the Ringbearers; if attacked, spend whatever is necessary to protect them.
Listen to prayers.
((It was confusing. Then KJP came back and I forgot what I was doing here :-\.))
Post by: FArgHalfnr on August 18, 2015, 09:50:17 pm
We're pretty much all going to play that, not sure what will happen to this one :/))
Post by: FallacyofUrist on August 18, 2015, 09:52:15 pm
Post by: crazyabe on October 27, 2015, 05:12:11 pm
Post by: Stirk on November 01, 2015, 02:21:36 pm
****
The Gods shout orders, put their ear's to prayer, or their hands to work. Even as they act, the world around them slows. Soldiers and civilians run in slow motion, stopping suddenly mid stride. The prayers are cut off, after being half-comprehensible even to the Gods. The essence froze in the vein's of Gods, unable to effect the world. Even the planet seems to be out of reach, attempts to interact with it simply flowing through their hands like spirits to mortals.
"Do not be alarmed, young Gods."
A voice speaks out, somewhat like Agali's.
"Poemandres, Friend, you weren't supposed to wake up yet! Nobody listen to this guy, he loves giving away secrets to my Friends, and that is no fun! Nananananananananan...."
Agali's voice joins, attempting to drown out the first voice with noise. The World around the Gods starts to fade away, along with the not-so-distant asteroids. Soon everything around them is pitch black. They are unable to move, unable to act.
"No matter. I know all thy desires and I'm with thee everywhere. I have not yet come to cleanse this world, only to inform its inhabitants."
Agali's voice is silenced, a blessing in this case.
"It is unfortunate, but you have been injected with an Energy of Stasis, a mirror to the Energies of Creation and Destruction. In short, with all the energisings of the harmony stript from you, you are trapped. Do not worry, for the body's senses next pass back into their sources, becoming separate, and resurrect as energies; and passion and desire withdraw unto that nature which is void of reason.
Forgive me, for I am far off and my communication is yet waning. I shalt try again, so you may understand. You are familiar with the energies of Creation, Destruction, and Life. Some of you perhaps more, though I may not say. This is a Fourth Energy, Stasis. It is rare in Nature, though it oft finds itself infecting ones such as yourself by pure chance. It may be created by Divine or Infernal means, though I can not hint if it was created Inside or Outside. There is much of it, filling the Inside as Power typically does. It is possible it is simply inverted Power to start with, power of Change changing to power of Staying the Same. In effect, you are all being torn apart. You are returning to Nothing. As I said, do not be alarmed. The Stasis Energy is quickly being erased by the Destructive energy. There is much of it, but none is being created. One day, perhaps even soon, it will be Eradicated. You will be able to reform exactly as you had before, like a mortal soul finding itself once again in its old body. The Mortals you have created are not effected by this, they shalt survive, if not thrive, in your absence. As beings of pure energy, you are much easier to return to Nothing. No matter. To get into more detail, as the time a Tick takes is based on the Power output. With the Destructive Energies devoted to removing the Stasis energies, beings such as yourself can not see time moving forward. Essentially, you are about to fall into a very, very long tick, in addition to being disassembled.
I apologize once again to the less technical of you. I shalt explain the effects as simple as possible. You are about to close your eyes and go into a deep sleep. You will one day awaken, unchanged and refreshed. The Mortals will have changed themselves in your absence, but you need not fear this happening again.
I'm afraid I can't keep this up any longer, and you are about to disperse. May we meet again one day."
The Gods all find themselves truly sleepy, for perhaps the first time. Their consciousness fades away, bits and pieces at a time, perhaps transforming into endless dreams. The Gods slowly fade away with their last thoughts, with unthought promises to return one day.