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Post by Zack Asiv on Oct 15, 2018 15:16:30 GMT -8
"Aye, well. Forgive me if I don't adopt a similar system for my people here, but it does sound like a promising system. Not much different from Vindicta in that respect when it comes to leadership."
Arthur would sit up now and rub a finger across his chin.
"Well let's say I agree, I retain my Kingship of Camelot while becoming a Bannerman for Aurora. What kind of say would we hold within your court?"
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Post by Blake Oleander on Oct 15, 2018 16:20:33 GMT -8
"You, or the representative of your choosing would be one of my advisors. And you would also be invitee to provide delegates to my Commander in Chief to help us refine our own military training and structure. In addition you would be invited to send scientific minds to share in our technology and resources and help us determine the best path forward with our own efforts. The same as those that have joined us already and the same offer I will make to others in the future.
I am not looking to play favorites then, now, or later. And I want to be clear that you can refuse this offer and I will not take offense nor will I see it as a reason to attempt conquest. If I had not learned of a Great threat to not only Aurora but all of the North American Territories I myself would have stayed out of the Accords. But that threat is out there, and it is my belief that our best chance of beating it and retaining the souls of our people."
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Post by Zack Asiv on Oct 15, 2018 17:06:13 GMT -8
The smile would drop from Arthur's face for the first time at the slight shift in topic at the end of Blake's statement.
"The Conqueror..."
He said a little angry actually slipping into his speech.
"The Lady of the Lake has also come to the same conclusion."
He nodded to Weigrif who would excuse himself. He hoped Blake would send his own retainers from the room.
"A few years ago word obviously reached us about the family of Ares the god of war and himself were killed. This was troubling in a world changing kind of event. A literal power shift to an unknown assassin."
He explained before continueing.
"In our search we came across a... Thing being used by this man who calls himself the Conqueror. It was not the one who killed Ares but he said he was involved before he died. My magic users went to work on this information and we have been preparing since. I only recently learned of the Conqueror's given name or title."
He finished with a sigh.
"I will need time to consult my own advisors on this. I'm still young and I feel acting on instinct for this matter would prove foolish in the end. Are you adverse to my bringing my advisors into this for council purposes?"
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Post by Blake Oleander on Oct 15, 2018 17:14:31 GMT -8
Blake would dismiss his own people as well. Nodding and listening as King Arthur spoke.
"I am not opposed. I don't want there to be doubts or regrets if you agree. You may talk to whomever you wish."
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Post by Zack Asiv on Oct 15, 2018 17:35:01 GMT -8
"I will return shortly with my advisors."
With that Arthur would stand and give a bow with a smile before heading out to get his advisors. It would take him around fifteen minutes before returning with three people. Two females and a male in robes of different kinds.
"King Oleander, this is Merlin, Morganna, and The Lady of the Lake."
They would each bow in turn.
"Before advising his highness of the decision we feel is right we would like to ask ; what, if any connection, do you have to the Conqueror other than a vested interest in survival?"
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Post by Blake Oleander on Oct 15, 2018 17:44:24 GMT -8
He bowed his head in return. Silent conferring with Beatrice while he waited, standing to greet the others as they arrived. Bringing a fist to his heart with a nod.
"None that I am aware of. He wants my Birthplace because of the power it has. But he wants everything from what I can tell."
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Post by Zack Asiv on Oct 15, 2018 18:13:36 GMT -8
They would nod and exchange looks. Merlin would turn to Arthur and put a hand to his shoulder
"Sire... This is a step for you to take, as a King, and for yourself. I will tell you that with the future as it is, the deal is a good one."
Arthur would thank him before returning to look at Blake with a wide smile.
"Well I hope you don't mind if I challenge you to a small test of Swordsmanship? I have heard many tales of not just Auroran Swordsmanship, but your own that I must see where I stand."
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Post by Blake Oleander on Oct 15, 2018 18:15:52 GMT -8
"It would be an honor to clash blades with you. Are there any rules you would like to impliment on the clash other than non lethal?"
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Post by Zack Asiv on Oct 15, 2018 18:19:09 GMT -8
Arthur would shrug, and Morganna would cough into her hand at the gesture reminding him of his place and etiquette.
"None that come to mind. But I'd rather skip the warm ups if you don't mind. Like I said, I'm not busy, but today I might be for a change."
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Post by Blake Oleander on Oct 15, 2018 18:21:33 GMT -8
"The warm ups?"
Blake didnt understand.
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Post by Zack Asiv on Oct 15, 2018 18:43:39 GMT -8
Arthur tilts his head.
"Yeah, ya'know, uh... Where you take a few practice swings at each other as a bit of a hand shake to the beginning of a sword duel to see if your opponent can keep up so you don't accidentally kill them because you may be too good to enjoy the duel?"
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Post by Blake Oleander on Oct 15, 2018 18:52:27 GMT -8
"Ah."
He had planned to go all out short of killing him.
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Post by Zack Asiv on Oct 15, 2018 19:24:30 GMT -8
"I guess there is no reason to worry about that then, hahaha!"
Arthur found it refreshing. However would lead the way outside and to the forest so they couldn't be peeped on.
"I hope you will forgive me. I'm carrying a ceremonial blade while my usual one is spending time getting repaired."
Arthur would bend his knees lowering his center of gravity bringing his left hand to the wrist guard of the blade holding the sheath while his right hovered gently over the handle.
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Post by Blake Oleander on Nov 15, 2018 12:04:20 GMT -8
"It is fine."
Blake took a moment to examine where they were and what surrounded them. His right hand moving to loosen his blade in his sheath before nodding to Arthur.
"Let's begin."
And with that his teeth would clench and grind in pain as his tunic ripped to shreds, his right hand twisting and growing as it shifted into a monstrous form. His blood pumping through his veins as his eyes glowed redder than the depths of Hell. The power of his oath radiating around him with its Divine energy. Wings painfully burst from his back, ichor dripping from their tips as he rushed forward, twisting his blade as he swiped for the King's torso so that the flat end of the Blade would strike him, pivoting so that the tail bursting from his back would have a chance to come down to try and shatter the blade and end this now.
OOC: Qi use
Anytime Blake can enter a Blitz mode, which adds up to +25 his Spd stat in momentum damage once per thread.
Beatrice +10 attack
Monster vision lvl 2 - His eyes turn red with slits for pupils that allow him to see further into the electromagnetic spectrum up to and including heat and night vision. These keen eyes allow him to pick up on details he may otherwise miss +6 Perception
Stable Mutation: Blake's mutations gain +12 to Qi calculations
Monster Blood Lvl 1: Blake adds 6 to his energy
Guardian Oath: +15 Atk, +15 Def
Monsterous Claw - His right arm morphs and cracks into a monstrous claw that adds his energy to his attack stats while the transformation is +8 Def while active
Wings: Through a painful restructuring and rapid growth of his bone structure and muscle structure wings sprout from Blake's back. It adds his energy stat to his speed stat. This also allows him to fly at the same speed as his energy stat.
Zero Ability: Drawing on the surrounding energy, Bailey Blake can now apply 1/2 of his energy level towards a target's chosen stat. At this stage, his buffs only last for one post. (energy)
Bladed tail: Blake sprouts a tail with a blade made of bone on the end of it to attack people from his flank and rear. Blake add's his attack score to his attack score for this strike
The Demon Mark: Anytime Blake uses his right arm, his attack his reduced by half. (Ability upgrades when Blake dies.)
Attack: 529
Defense: 86
Speed: 232
Perception: 58
Energy: 159
Sword strike Attack 264
Tail Strike 1,058
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Post by Zack Asiv on Nov 15, 2018 17:53:42 GMT -8
Arthur lowered his center of gravity gripping his blade in his right hand, grasping the hilt with his left he breathed and steam escaped his mouth. He would step into the swing as it came, lifting his own blade up along his side to intercept the flat side of the blade, using his left arm and elbow Arthur would press them against his sword as the blow struck, a shockwave of air rippling off the point of contact. Arthur halting Blake's attack in position before swinging the blade up and at Blake's blade, however the force proved too much for the ceremonial blade to handle and shatters leaving Arthur basically elbow striking Blake's sword upwards.
Arthur back peddles and holds his hands up in defeat.
"Hahahaha, what crazy strength you got there."
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