[IC] League of Extraordinary Merchants vs Lyolf's Legion

[Throndir]

"Welcome again folks! The Guild of Galas'nor has completely dominated the semifinals and finals. But which of these two groups will win? The match will soon start very very soon, and tell me, my fellow announcer, how do you think this fight will play out?" The first announcer asked, his voice genuinely curious.

"Well! If there's anything we learned from yesterday's fight, Jin can take on three at once, even if they happen to be hard hitters. You see what happened to Ryine and Nyuko." She replied back.

"I wouldn't count out Lyolf's Legion though. Zultar was pretty terrifying the last match, even when everyone expected Lyolf to shine the most. Zultar took the finishing blow for each of the opponents." His voice had a hint of wonder.

"Yes, but Serena will actually be able to show you her moves this time around."

"I'm sure Markus will have a trick under his sleeve as well..."

"And how about you? What are your thoughts?"

[info]Characters who are not in the tournament, can be the guest-announcer. Feel free to jump in as it.

For the competitors, sign up for this roll20 so I can give out permissions to the tokens.
Url: https://app.roll20.net/join/1454677/YCWVlw

If you want to buy any consumables, or gear before the fight, please do so now before you roll perform/initiative. And also please state what spells/manuevers/etc that may be different from what is marked as default in your char sheet. I'll highly discourage updating your sheet mid-battle.

Guest announcer: Golas and Kryas
Competitors:
Lyolf's Legion: Lyolf, Zultar, Markus
League of Extraordinary Merchants: Jin, Garret, Serena

Roleplay exp opportunity:
Up to +500 exp for an introductionary post.

Because this is the finals, strict initiative rules are in place.

Roll Initiative and Perform[/info]

[Dan-e]

Knowing he would have never made it this far without his teammates who took care of all the hard work in the last round, Markus decided it was time to change his strategy. He was tired of being just another side stage performer with a knack for the wilderness. Reflecting back on his time as a hungry performer working in the side streets he channeled his focus towards his time spent with his uncle, Theodore. Theodore had always been exceptionally qualified with the whip which had impressed Markus at an early age.
Markus spent as much time as he could with Theodore, learning what he was able to; and he quickly found those whip feats he picked up along the way played particularly well into his acts on stage. However there was no longer any time to think about trick shots and misdirecting the audience for entertainment. No, now was the time to fight, to wound others and to bleed for that same invigorating cheer of the crowd. Somehow things seemed different to Markus this time. He readied himself in one of the stances his uncle taught him so long ago... it seemed awkward at first, but he quickly found the center of his balance and looked forward, with a smirk slowly spreading across his face.

Markus turned his head and snapped somewhat quietly "Yes I know no one has ever spoke of Theodore before Charles!" Then shaking his head he continued "We call that a plot device! Would you mind to please get back into your pocket now? I think even with Theodore's conveniently-timed training we are still in for a difficult fight!"

Perform: [blockquote]Rolled 1d20+6 : 2 + 6, total 8[/blockquote]

Initiative: [blockquote]Rolled 1d20+8 : 19 + 8, total 27[/blockquote]

[Throndir]

[info]Force rolling everyone's initiative and perform by end of Thursday.[/info]

[Mysticsage]

Serena
[info]
Perform
[blockquote]Rolled 1d20+7 : 11 + 7, total 18[/blockquote]
Initiative
[blockquote]Rolled 1d20+7 : 20 + 7, total 27[/blockquote]
[/info]
Grey
[info]
Perform
[blockquote]Rolled 1d20+1 : 1 + 1, total 2[/blockquote]
Initiative
[blockquote]Rolled 1d20+8 : 2 + 8, total 10[/blockquote]
[/info]

[Mysticsage]

Serena and grey entered the stage weapons and fists at the ready. Grey was still feeling swore from the last fight so he simply bared down ready for a for a fight body aching. While Serena on the other hand was in fighting form. Dancing and flinging herself in an attempt to wow the audience and get the upper hand in terms of movement. If the other team thought that her dancing was simple grandstanding they would realize just how quick she could be. This time both of them were kicking things up a notch after being so thourghly embarrassed. This time things would at least be a better show and as the announcers finished they had someone help with the spectacle.
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As the announcer finished their last line a voice cut in out of nowhere. "Oh yes, both Serena and Grey are both ready and raring to go!" Came Kryas' melodic voice. "Since everyone in this final match has been working oh so hard I thought I might lighten the load a bit. So for this final match I've taken over as one of the stand in co-commentators to add a bit more style to this whole affair." Anyone looking at the actual announcers woils see them trying to speak frantically but no words xoming out. The bard had apparently put them under a silence spell. He had somehow managed to create a large enough floating disc for a two person desk. His cocky smile belying his true idea as he gave his partner a chance to introduce himself.

[Golas Rorn]

The large man roared in laughter as he looked towards the two announcers who were trying to say something, but their voices simply not carrying any sounds. The floating disk that Kryas had summoned was large enough for the two of them, though Golas had to admit, it was a tight fit for him, and he had to make it a point not to move too much. The bard had managed to convince him to be guest-announcer with him, and though Golas wasn't quite as interested, he did owe Kryas.

"Golas Rorn! Handsomest and strongest in the guild of Galas'nor!" The large man proclaimed boldly as his voice was carried throughout the arena. He was supposed to introduce the fighters below, but the large man couldn't help it. He grinned as he considered the bard beside him.

"And Kryas! The second handsomest and strongest in all of the guild!" He roughly thumped Kryas on the back with one hand, while the other waved at the cheering crowds below them.

He knew most of the guild members down below who were about to duke it out and he himself was curious to see which side would win. But Golas knew that this was more than just the winners, this would be a show of skill and entertainment as well.

With the announcers behind them completely silenced, the opportunity was given to Golas and Kryas to start the fight. He saw the many guild members both in the audience looking expectantly up towards them. This was a tournament made for the Guild of Galas'nor after all, and what better way to show it than have the two most charming men of the guild to introduce it.

He grinned a knowing smile at Kryas.

[Mysticsage]

"I believe its time to get this show on the road and see just how fantastic this fight can be. To that end I've got a few surprises in store as wills clash and muscles strain in the heart of combat!" As he said this the entire first row of the coliseum stood up various instruments in hand and began to play a vivacious melody that the bard had written himself for one such occasion one meant to excite the blood of those listening to it. The melody matched the tone of sweating bodies in conflict clashing in a state of extremes risking everything for the sake of the thrill and one owns ideals.

The stadium began to get wrapped up in the beginning notes as the momentum continued to build with the continued ascent of the combatants adrenaline. It would hopefully help push both sides past their limits. 

"Now let us see your passion in your blades and fists and get this party started!" the two announcers screamed in perfect unison. As a series of large fireworks went off all around the stadium set up by the half elf. Exploding in colorful shapes and figures the spectacle was meant as a signal gun for competitors.

[Throndir]

[info]Jin: Initiative & Perform
[blockquote]Rolled 1d20+3 : 2 + 3, total 5[/blockquote]
[blockquote]Rolled 1d20-2 : 18 - 2, total 16[/blockquote]
Zultar: Initiative & Perform
[blockquote]Rolled 1d20+2 : 14 + 2, total 16[/blockquote]
[blockquote]Rolled 1d20-2 : 7 - 2, total 5[/blockquote]
Lyolf: Initiative & Perform
[blockquote]Rolled 1d20+6 : 13 + 6, total 19[/blockquote]
[blockquote]Rolled 1d20+2 : 8 + 2, total 10[/blockquote][/info]

[Throndir]

The original speakers were still silenced as they watched angrily the proceedings as well as kick off of the finals match. They were the ones to get that honor, not the guest announcers after all! However, the cheering of the crowd eventually subsided as each of the competitors ran their own performance for the audience to view.

League of Extraordinary Merchants
The show started with Serena showcasing one of her dances combined with her martial prowess. She was already a fan favorite by some, and those particular ones shouted out loud, yelling at the top of their voices and cheering for her. However, as Garret attempted to follow suit, much of the crowd stopped their cheering, and only looked on questioningly. There were those polite ones who still clapped however. Lastly, when Jin started his flurry of sword strikes and something about 'sales', after the performance right before it, the crowd had cheered. It wasn't the best. But for the most part, the crowd were excited for the league.

Lyolf's Legion
Lyolf's Legion fared much worse in the opening ceremony. There were a few forced laughs from Markus' words that were heard through out the arena. But for the most part, most of the audience simply rolled their eyes as they waited for the next performance from the legion. Zultar had come up next, but his bellowing was only met with more ridicule and mirth. There was even someone in the audience who shouted 'lame' for all to hear. Lyolf attempted to put a show as well, but with the attitudes of the audience already fed up with the legion, only booed at him, and simply insisted on the fight to occur.

Everyone
As the crowd continued chanting the word fight over and over again, and as you looked towards you opponents on the other side of the arena, you knew the time has come.

[info]Reminder, due to finals, initiative will be strictly followed. Force moving for players after 72 hours of inactivity. Will do best effort on reminding them, and allowance is fine as long as you message me if you can't post by a certain time. Sign up for the grid map when able. Also do not add the bonuses or modifier from the audience attitudes. Roll normally, I'll apply this myself when calculating.

Serena to take their turn[/info]

Grid Map: Roll20.net

Battle Log
[spoiler]
[/spoiler]

Audience Attitudes
[spoiler]The League of Extraordinary Merchants: Friendly
Lyolf's Legion: Hostile[/spoiler]

Guild Member Votes
[spoiler]Kin's Fan Club: 0
Lyolf's Legion: 0[/spoiler]

Initiative Order
[spoiler]Serena: 28
Markus: 27
Lyolf: 19
Zultar: 16
Garret: 10
Jin: 5[/spoiler]

Damage Taken and Status
[spoiler]Markus: 0, inner sphere stance
Serena: 0, inner sphere stance
Lyolf: 0, formless dance
Zultar: 0, stance of aggression
Garret:
Jin: 0, stance of the defending shell[/spoiler]

Resources Spent
[spoiler]Markus:
Serena:
Lyolf:
Zultar:
Garret:
Jin:[/spoiler]

[Mysticsage]

Serena

Serena with the swell of the music playing from the stands seamlessly moves from her dancing into a battle stance that mimics the art of dance. By using the natural rhythm that people fell into when hearing music she moved slightly off tempo to the song that way when people tried to strike her they would have to go against their own subconscious rhythm in the process leaving themselves more open for a counter attack. In the process of her dance she manages to drink a potion smashing the bottle on the ground into something like stardust. This time she would be putting on a real show for the audience.

[info]
Goes into inner sphere stance

and drinks potion of barkskin plus 5
ac goes to 30

no move made besides dancing
[/info]

[Throndir]

[info]Inventory updated.

Markus to take their turn.[/info]

Grid Map: Roll20.net

Battle Log
[spoiler]Round 1 begins.
Serena uses Potion of Barkskin +5
[/spoiler]

Audience Attitudes
[spoiler]The League of Extraordinary Merchants: Friendly
Lyolf's Legion: Hostile[/spoiler]

Guild Member Votes
[spoiler]Kin's Fan Club: 0
Lyolf's Legion: 0[/spoiler]

Initiative Order
[spoiler]Serena: 28
Markus: 27
Lyolf: 19
Zultar: 16
Garret: 10
Jin: 5[/spoiler]

Damage Taken and Status
[spoiler]Markus: 0, inner sphere stance
Serena: 0, 30 AC, inner sphere stance, barkskin +5
Lyolf: 0, formless dance, flatfooted
Zultar: 0, stance of aggression, flatfooted
Garret: 0, flatfooted
Jin: 0, stance of the defending shell, flatfooted[/spoiler]

Resources Spent
[spoiler]Markus:
Serena:
Lyolf:
Zultar:
Garret:
Jin:[/spoiler]

[Dan-e]

Markus changes stance to "Stance of Piercing Rays" and triggers his maneuver "Solar Sting" where the merchants are standing.
[blockquote]Rolled 1d20+11 : 5 + 11, total 16[/blockquote]

[Throndir]

[info]Lyolf to take their turn, then Zultar.[/info]

Grid Map: Roll20.net

Battle Log
[spoiler]Round 1 begins.
Serena uses Potion of Barkskin +5
[/spoiler]

Audience Attitudes
[spoiler]The League of Extraordinary Merchants: Friendly
Lyolf's Legion: Hostile[/spoiler]

Guild Member Votes
[spoiler]Kin's Fan Club: 0
Lyolf's Legion: 0[/spoiler]

Initiative Order
[spoiler]Serena: 28
Markus: 27
Lyolf: 19
Zultar: 16
Garret: 10
Jin: 5[/spoiler]

Damage Taken and Status
[spoiler]Markus: 0, stance of piercing rays
Serena: 0, 30 AC, inner sphere stance, barkskin +5
Lyolf: 0, formless dance, flatfooted
Zultar: 0, stance of aggression, flatfooted
Garret: 0, flatfooted
Jin: 0, stance of the defending shell, flatfooted[/spoiler]

Resources Spent
[spoiler]Markus:
Serena:
Lyolf:
Zultar:
Garret:
Jin:[/spoiler]

[Throndir]

[info]Force moving Lyolf and Zultar by Monday evening. They'll do fullround ranged attacks.[/info]

[Throndir]

[info]Also will need to note, for setting, that it is currently night-time, though with large beams of light covering the arena.[/info]