Depending on how the upcoming interaction with Shayera goes, he might feel inclined to come to keep watch on Alexis. We’ll see how things play out.
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If that's the case, does Shaun even have a reason to tag along on the not-date given that Alexis was the one that asked him?
Semi-related, do we want a villain to show up at the movie theater? Or is it too soon after Bone Daddy? It just occurred to me that the movies are a reasonable place for all of us to go even if we're not officially a "team" yet and if it's right after school, Bronwyn could conceivably ditch track to get around her being grounded. Just a thought since more and more people seem to be getting snowballed into this.
We're sort of in the strange limbo of having the characters all get together after our "When Our Team Got Together" fight. I think now that's the reason why it happens off-screen, without rolling, since we're still scattered instead of together.
I'm not sure if another supervillain attack would be a good thing or not when it comes to getting us all together officially.
Ideally, if we have one it should be something that really unifies us. Probably a personal enemy of one or more of us that causes him or her to reach out to the others in a classic, "I can't do this alone" scene.
Thoughts? Ideas? Volunteers?
I think that there's one other option - Some other big hero brings up together because they need a team, like with Batman and the Outsiders. Currently, my thought on that is Hex's Mouse character, or Delphi calling everyone to work on the same page against a threat.
It seems to me like the question to ask is "What needs to happen in order for your character to consider themself part of the team/join the team?"
For Kaoru, I think the main levers are already in play for this. Alexandra seems to be provoking her to heroing. Alexis is building a relationship with her, so she can puppy dog her into helping out. And there's still Delphi's implied threat/blackmail. But...Kaoru is still completely unaware that there's a 'team' in the first place, and even more unaware (especially given her Insecure condition) that her skills might be wanted on a heroing team. It depends a little on how the interaction goes, but I guess I've kind of been thinking that Wingblade approaching her (and probably asking her to create a fake ID for Alexis) would result in her 'joining' the team, though perhaps with rather mixed feelings about it.
Edit: Alternatively, yes to Alexis' idea (though Kaoru's basically already been kind of called in by Delphi to help out). If we want Delphi to contact more people about some threat she's received intel for, we could definitely do that.
Shaun actively wants to join a team, but he’s had so many aggressive interactions that he’s gonna be a bit hesitant to join a group made mostly of people who’ve pissed him off in some way. Hex and AD are gonna be key in getting him through the door, because he actually likes them. He likes Bronwyn too, but REALLY hates Bran.
As for the adult-formed group, I like the concept (go figure, considering I LOVE Young Justice), but the question then arises for me of “why do they want Kilt on the team?” I mean, he’s pretty much just a semi-trained brawler, not much more than that. No special skills of significant note, no unique gear, just a high pain tolerance and a stupid costume...and a sword.
They're adults. Pretty sure a big thing adult heroes do is try to cultivate potential. As you just said, Kilt has a willingness and drive to help people, which is a lot more than can be said of Kaoru (tbh, Delphi wants her on a hero team more to surround her with positive influences than to actually help the team). Lack of training can be changed. Lack of gear can be changed. Powers aren't nearly as necessary as the heart of the hero. Also, I'm pretty sure a high pain tolerance is one of Daredevil's main skills.
Also, YJ is great! Such a great sense of humor. Plus Tim Drake is totally my favorite Robin. So there's yet ANOTHER thing we both like. ;-)
You raise good points, and some better gear and training spaces would be a HUGE carrot to draw Kilt in. (Also shush about Daredevil! You’ll give away my influences!)
Oh my gosh, what if Delphi actively wants Shaun around BECAUSE he’s so hero centric, like he’s hoping Shaun’ll rub off on Kaoru. That would be hilarious.
Crash! ;)
Oh my gosh, what if Delphi actively wants Shaun around BECAUSE he’s so hero centric, like he’s hoping Shaun’ll rub off on Kaoru. That would be hilarious.
Kaoru would hate that so much! XD But I love the idea. If you want some stroking of Kilt's ego/a way to maybe cool off the hate between our characters, I could have Delphi send Shaun a private message basically telling him as much. I can downscale her being an ass to him as well (but probably don't approach her when she's feeling vulnerable). But also, Kaoru loves to build things, and I kind of want her to make a belt that can deploy into your kilt for you (it could be her peace offering once I figure out how to make her want to extend a peace offering).
@Everybody: Just realized I used the wrong name for the flask! It should be Mad Bill, not Mad Jack. Sorry about that!
I get the impression from Delphi that she’s not one to directly state things like that to what is essentially a complete unknown to her. (Though, if she, or in fact anybody [*cough*Silver Shadow*cough*] does a thorough background check on Shaun and his family, LET ME KNOW, because there’s interesting stuff in there.) I’ll leave how Kaoru acts towards Shaun in the future up to you, but I will say that he’s gonna be low-level grumpy with you for the foreseeable future. Definitely inclined to show you up when he can.
But I definitely want that kilt-belt. It’d have to be more of a girdle-esque gizmo to properly store all of the knives, but otherwise I’m totally down for some tech assistance. (The prototype 100% needs to accidentally give him the worst wedgie though. >:D )
He likes Bronwyn too, but REALLY hates Bran.
You throw one Scotsman, and he never lets you live it down :-p
Fwiw Bron/Bran's actually fine with Shaun joining the team. She thinks he's maybe a little dumb, but she cares a lot more about courage and morals than powers, and while he's a bit hotheaded for her tastes, she really does think his heart's in the right place.
Either way, I agree that the next big group scene has to end with everyone feeling like part of the team, whether or not they want to ;-)
I think that there's one other option - Some other big hero brings up together because they need a team, like with Batman and the Outsiders. Currently, my thought on that is Hex's Mouse character, or Delphi calling everyone to work on the same page against a threat.
What if Delphi is The Mouse!?! o_O Totally the kind of pseudonym she would choose!
I think that there's one other option - Some other big hero brings up together because they need a team, like with Batman and the Outsiders. Currently, my thought on that is Hex's Mouse character, or Delphi calling everyone to work on the same page against a threat.What if Delphi is The Mouse!?! o_O Totally the kind of pseudonym she would choose!
As interesting as that idea is (and as hilarious as it would be to have two mouse-themed hackers fighting over Kaoru), I'm not sure I can reconcile who I think Delphi is with what you've thus far said about The Mouse. Also, the moniker is a nod to the character I totally ripped of based Delphi on.
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Aww crap, dice rolls. I just know this is going to end terribly for me. Especially with that -2 hopeless to unleash rolls. Sorry Alexandra, we are so eff'd. :|
Will post IC after work because this game distracts me enough from work as it is. One of my co-workers who sits across from me (because basically all my co-workers are aware that I'm playing a teen superhero game) has informed me he can tell whenever I'm checking this game by the smile on my face. :x >.>
Aww crap, dice rolls. I just know this is going to end terribly for me. Especially with that -2 hopeless to unleash rolls. Sorry Alexandra, we are so eff'd. :|
Well, I suppose there's some small comfort in the fact that the Hopeless really didn't have an effect on the result. :-/
Just a heads-up that I'm not free to post much today,.... 6 hrs driving with 3 hrs teaching in the middle. Sorry for short posts.
Woof - that'd do it.
So. I'm overwhelmed. Not work, not just work. You guys are posting MACHINES. So many lengthy posts every time I get to check in ...I can't keep up. I'm afraid I may not be a great fit for this team. You all are great with the teen drama and I just don't have it in me. I dont want to be a sore thumb or a drain or a poor contributor.
Sorry hear that man. I was looking forward to playing with you. But I, of all people, get not being able to keep up. Life happens. If you ever feel like you can join back up though, I for one would be more than willing to have you back. In the meantime, take care of yourself my friend. ^_^
Sorry to hear that, as I was really looking forward to some potential plot lines involving Herman in the future. I even placed a couple of hooks for him to get involved in the story.
I hope you have fun with other games, and if you have the time again, feel free to come back into this.
Aww. I'll join the chorus of reluctant, sorrowful acceptance. It was good gaming with you while you were here, and if you'd like to return just give a shout.
Alas, now I will have to find some other way to convince Kaoru her ideas about masculinity are terrible. Best of luck with your teachings and future games!
Oh well, life happens and Masks games tend to move very fast PBP.... if you miss a few days it can be overwhelming to catch up...
So, should I be coming up with a consequence of failing my hacking? The main thing that comes to mind for a downside is triggering an alarm to add in time pressure. Is that good enough? Are their other ideas? Or I guess a more subtle downside would be the hack getting traced back to my computer or something, but that would more likely have consequences later rather than in the moment. Unless I guess it turned into a hacking battle with them trying to erase or copy my computer.
Is Bronwyn the 'Her' Alexis is asking to meet? I think I'm not parsing that correctly.
Is Bronwyn the 'Her' Alexis is asking to meet? I think I'm not parsing that correctly.
No, Alexis was referring to Whippoorwill, as Shayera was rushing off to meet her as she explained.
Ah, that's it. I was parsing Evening as the wrong scene.
...did Shaun just fall asleep in a swimming pool?
Also, if anybody has suggestions on what Kaoru can do other than keep rolling unleash until she either succeeds or the situation gets bad enough she has to flee, I'm open to it. Unless I can find something else that might help, I might just be taking one of the +1 advancements. Which I suppose is kind of equivalent to the +1 I was hoping to get from the assess roll.
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Well, there's someone coming up the stairs. It's a situation that's certainly ripe for an Are You Watching Closely, or Provoking the guard(?) to go off and check somewhere else (or even Directly Engaging if things get rough).
Once we see what's going on inside the place with Shadow, you might be able to Defend her against being spotted or against other parts of their defenses. And of course, Assess is always possible. I don't see a space for Comfort/Support or Pierce the Mask right away, but a staredown with a guard(?) could definitely make one of those the right idea...
Yes, yes he did.
Yeah, I was going to wait until the guard came upstairs before doing the Are You Watching Closely since the fire escape is possibly the only way down, and I'd rather they'd not be on it when Kaoru tried to run down it. Though Provoking and/or Pierce on the guard hadn't occurred to me and could be interesting (and I totally have an idea for how to use them as well). And marginally less likely to go terribly for me. :bow:
But yeah, definitely going to wait to see what SS is up to before trying anything.
Also, Shaun is going to be very prune-y when he wakes up.
Yes, yes he will.
Sorry, long, difficult day. I'm right tired, post tomorrow
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Going to wait on posting for the next day until the Kaoru/SS scene is resolved, seeing as that might impact the not-date for Alexis. Also gives other people time to do things if they want.
No worries from me, Alexandra. Sleep well! :-)
Also, yes, how this little escapade goes will greatly influence Kaoru's mood tomorrow.
I officially have a second advancement
I was gonna take Delinquent moves, originally, but now... Hmm...
either of the Legacy specific advances look good... Hmm
Now I'm curious, what Delinquent moves were you interested in?
I was originally going to take the Brain gadget move, but then Shaun grabbed it. Though I've found some other moves that look possibly interesting. But also possibly not relevant to the current situation.
Edit: Also, I'm not sure what to do with the open laptop thing. Would I still roll to get her to break in? My plan was originally to try to provoke the guard into giving me access (kinda with the thought that this might bypass rolling unleash to start copying data), but this seems like it might also work-ish?
Unless I missed it in my read-through, I think multiple people can have the same move. Besides, you were the one who pointed out how similar our characters were. We could mechanically start driving that home?
(Also, I was eyeing the "I don't care what you think" Delinquent move.)
Are you watching closely
But I'm going to pick up a sanctuary: the argent Investigations office
it has Locks and traps; A powerful computer; Useful tools.b but It's location is known to many; it draws dangerous attention
yeah, this sounds good... this won't go wrong...
Edit: Well, I was trying to set you up for another unleash after clearing hopeless... but, looks like events may take a different turn... Should she get caught, or should Kaoru walking her through it alert the guard to K's position?
I think you can, but I also don't want to step on anybody's toes. I technically already have a gadget ability, and I think Alexandra has a gadget ability, and now you have a gadget ability. (Also, pretty sure it was you who pointed out similarities in our characters ;-P ) Maybe I'm also just not super sure what to do with my gadgets other than a vague notion that trying to make techy things for the team would be cool. It's possible that I mostly want the move because it feels more rules-y than my "gadget ability" since I still struggle some with figuring out what I can or cannot do.
Edit
Edit: Well, I was trying to set you up for another unleash after clearing hopeless... but, looks like events may take a different turn... Should she get caught, or should Kaoru walking her through it alert the guard to K's position?
My totally selfish vote is alert the guard to Kaoru's position. Largely because Alexandra getting caught because of her is going to make her feel worse. But obviously, I'm biased in what I want, so don't listen to me. :-P
okay. RE: your gadget ability:
Powers in masks are all about fictional positioning. With your gadget powers, you can whip out useful gadgets to deal with things. like Alexandra whipping out a tranquilizer dart crossbow, or grenades, when the opponent is tough. they don't change the moves, but they change which moves are "available". so, with your power, you can just have a gadget that fits your "theme" (so, me pulling out smokebombs or a simple gas mask or other classic batman stuff is within my purview, once you start actively heroing, pulling out super-science gadgets, especially ones that counter powers well, makes sense)
make sense?
also, willing to go odds-evens on who gets caught.
okay. RE: your gadget ability:
Powers in masks are all about fictional positioning. With your gadget powers, you can whip out useful gadgets to deal with things. like Alexandra whipping out a tranquilizer dart crossbow, or grenades, when the opponent is tough. they don't change the moves, but they change which moves are "available". so, with your power, you can just have a gadget that fits your "theme" (so, me pulling out smokebombs or a simple gas mask or other classic batman stuff is within my purview, once you start actively heroing, pulling out super-science gadgets, especially ones that counter powers well, makes sense)
make sense?
Sort of. I'll catch on eventually.
also, willing to go odds-evens on who gets caught.
Works for me. I guess I'll go odds and let you roll.
It's probably worth noting that one of the main things the Brain gadget ability allows is the ability to Unleash your Powers using Superior with one of those gadgets instead of Freak.
If your powers already include useful gadgets you can definitely unleash by producing something helpful anyways.
So Kaoru. Your hit means that you have fooled the guard, and avoiding further entanglement means you have a moment to act while he's fooled. But because he hasn't been confused 'for some time,' you'll have to act soon to capitalize on it...
So my plan was to leave immediately (or at least leave the immediate vicinity). I'm just wondering if the other choice I get needs to be in aid of leaving immediately or if I could use it to help SS.
Also, has anyone noticed that for a sprawling metropolis, Halcyon City's actually really small? XD
Y’mean like every city inhabited by capes? DC’s Gotham and Star, Marvel’s New York and...other bit of New York, they’re all pretty functionally small despite being sprawling. I just see the smallness as keeping with the theme.
I do what I can to add stuff!
There's a metro skyrail that links the downtown to all the major districts, including Northside (where a lot of the action seems to take place).
There's Old Town, a good distance away from Northside. You can't get there directly, having to either take the skyrail through the Tower District hub, or take the subway which is a lot slower and runs beneath Rustside.
Rustside is the sprawling industrial area.
There's a wharf district -- but I found something cannon from Default that Halcyon is not situated on the ocean (it was when Whippoorwill and Blink were captured by Haxxor). Therefore, we're on the banks of a large lake or river.
Ah, forgot that Move let you choose 2 on a 7-9. Umm... I'd say that since they're confused, you'd be able to leave without the aid of another choice as long as you did it quickly.
Shayera lands hard on the balcony. Her hair is frizzed out and there's a smell of ozone still lingering about her. She is about to step inside when she realizes that Shaun is in the pool and, from the sound of the noises coming from him, asleep.
This is the reason I interjected myself into Kaoru's and SS's scene. I just threw that in as a bit of flavor, but now, (to me anyway) it's just too perfect to fill in the gap with Shayera getting tazed or zapped by some electrical gadget so they can get away.
Kinda dictated a bit of Wingblade's action there. hope it was okay. just figured "random possible villain throws something, she immediately grabs said villain" seemed fair.
Posting will be a bit sporadic for the next few days,... visitors from interstate and a job application to fill in.
Sorry for the short posts, but I'll do my best to keep up when I can.