
Vermilion Vixen |

Welcome back! I had oral surgery today, so I'm certainly available to post while I recover!

Cashara Aivion |
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I hope that all goes, and did go, well for you VV

Vermilion Vixen |

Thanks! So far all is well, except that I look like a freak due to the swelling, but fortunately I scheduled the surgery first Monday of school vacation so I don't need to be seen by anyone outside my family. I was told this would be the case (swelling for 3+ days), so here's hoping I pass for normal before I hop on a plane next week.

Cashara Aivion |

I would like to let everyone know I will be unavailable for the rest of the week.
I will see you guys on the 1st of next month

Vermilion Vixen |

I'm a bit stuck on how to use the free time. I realize we're given free reign to help narrate the scenery, but that's considered a no-no to most GMs so I've the developed the habit not to.
I absolutely loved the NPC interactions, and am still way prouder than I should be for abusing my Lv.5 Talent to humiliate an old lady. I love getting into PC-PC interactions, but I think we've exhausted the backstory exchange. And even a fashionista needs to curb her desire to prattle on about clothing—which VV would for Rorx's sake
A part of me wants to ask Rorx if he has any spells that don't look like magic, but here's the thing—VV expects most people who say "magic's in my blood" are true casters: components, magic words, handwaves... all spells would look like magic, she expects, so it's a jerk question she wouldn't ask.
VV also has to say words and move her limbs for most spells. She has Eschew Materials, so no components. I picture her looking more like a Street Fighter character when she casts. It would look martial artsy, but typical adventurer types would be well aware she's using arcane spells like Ant Haul, Bull's Strength, etc.
(The only reason she thinks the beast won't know the difference is because he thought Mockingbird was magic. It isn't, but its effect *is* comparable to not one, but *three* spells—which is crazy, considering there's no limit on usage!)
Mockingbird: The vigilante can mimic almost any sort of voice, or even animal calls and sound effects, and he can throw his voice at a distance. This functions similarly to a combination of the ghost sound, ventriloquism, and vocal alteration spells. A vigilante must be at least 5th level to choose this talent.
Anyway, I do like having free time for getting-to-know-you chats or decompressing from a battle, but I feel like we've exhausted relevant small talk and knowing all the awesome prep work you've done, I think I'm ready for the next scene.
Also, while I hate to miss out on action, I'm offline from July 2-23. I was wondering if you might consider working in a party split, in which Rorx and Cashara remain together and exciting dangers happen. When I return, VV can somehow get back to the party, or Fashion Bug can find them first and guide the two groups together.

Vermilion Vixen |

Will be around to post tomorrow. No promises about the 3rd. And. Definitely not for a few weeks starting the 4th, as I'll be off to Asia until the 23rd.

Cashara Aivion |

Have fun...

Vermilion Vixen |

Have fun...
Thanks! I'll give the GM time to reply but VV will react to your alter-self before I go.
By the way, you should get a +2 STR (size bonus) for medium sized forms. I don't think you have small firms, but if you do they get +2 DEX. Your clothing wouldn't fit a small firm though, so probably a good idea if your other forms are within an inch of your default form.
Unlike VV's Alter Self, your forms are at-will, so you can remain in a +2 STR form! (You won't be able to keep that bonus if enlarged or reduced, however.)

Cashara Aivion |

But mine is a natural ability that only allowes me to appear as an elf or human. So it's only within a few inches

Vermilion Vixen |

Yeah, and no time limit! So +2 STR as long as you're in the alt form!

Vermilion Vixen |

Nice! Will you bot VV on the hunt, or just have her and Fashion Bug off scouting while I'm in Asia?

Vermilion Vixen |

Thanks!
Yeah, lady paragraph especially. I think if the group is split it's better than botting VV. I don't mind missing some action. I'd rather combat starts without me than not have combat for three weeks. (Or other action like chase, stealth, etc.)

Vermilion Vixen |

^(I meant last paragraph.)
Okay, packing and getting ready to fly! Love the lastest GM posts, but I'll commit to staying out of game until I return. See you in three weeks!

Cashara Aivion |

guys, do you know of any general recruitment forum for casual play?

Cashara Aivion |

she is a half-elf, now she looks like a full elf.
it is an alternate racial ability of half-elves that allow them to use this ability (alter self) to look human or elven.
all I really did is grow a few inches in height and made my features more elveshly graceful.

Cashara Aivion |

Yup

GM: Slightly Peeved Camel |

I'm so sorry for not updating!!! Please forgive me, but my entire neighborhood lost Internet connection for a few days. I will make it up to you and I will update later today or tomorrow! Thanks for holden on for me and not ditching this because that is the very last thing I want! See ya when I post!

Vermilion Vixen |

@Turlin,
Sorry to hear you lost your connection. Love the description of Patchwork Island’s many ecosystems!
@Everyone,
Just thought I’d check in to say hi. Hong Kong’s been a blast. One of the surprising parts of my trip is that people I haven’t seen in years (including a former student of mine and her mom!) gave me compliments on the Vixen! They saw my drawings on Facebook, and it’s not like I even brought up the topic of my artwork.
Anyway, the pleasant surprise inspired me, so here’s VV in HK... sort of. The background should be busier than that, but I was mostly experimenting with color and perspective, and lucky I had an evening to draw (and that my wife talked me into bringing the iPad). The sign is actually my Chinese name given by my wife.
Off to rural Japan tomorrow. Wish me luck driving a car with the steering wheel on the right!

Cashara Aivion |
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Great
Have fun

Vermilion Vixen |
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I've been reading up on PbPs during downtime so I won't need to read 100+ posts when I get back.
Knowing the last GM post was about rooms suited to guests' tastes, I couldn't help but make a quickie post of VV & Fashion Bug reacting to their room. Though their reactions are subtle, click the purple words in VV's post, and you might guess I'm totally geeking out over my room tonight! I linked actual photos to the room, including the view from beyond the paper doors and a close-up of the ink painting.
The room is nothing compared to Hokkaido itself. What a place to go for a first time experience in Japan!

Cashara Aivion |

Ima be gone for the rest of the week on a camping trip with my grandfather and causins.

Cashara Aivion |

Back where I have internet
Forgive me for not getting on later.

Cashara Aivion |

@turlin
I was wandering
Since I look like a full elf RN
Do I happen to catch the other elf's eye?

華子: Fashion Bug |

It's a work-in-progress, but VV and her diminutive friend are dodging a yet-to-be-drawn threat.
Not 100% settled on the bare midriff, and I meant to have ladybug spots on the dress. However, I am very happy with how I drew the hair for both characters.
Hopefully, the link works. DeviantArt links seem to expire after a while.

Cashara Aivion |

Got it

Cashara Aivion |

its ok
life update
might be getting a job soon
...
still in highschool

Cashara Aivion |

Thanks
Looks like I might be getting it
Pizza hut
Here I come

Cashara Aivion |

Thanks guys
And I apologize if my posts seem a bit short

Cashara Aivion |

I got the job
I start on the 15th

Cashara Aivion |

Thankhow I'd everything going with y'alls