Venice by Night - Monday, March 31, 1309
La Serenata Notturna, the Night's Serenade -
You slip blood into a wine glass and hand it to Gino who drinks it slowly and then quickly, "Tart Signore' but what an amazing vintage!"
He waits a time, for his vitae to sink in. Then says "Thank you, it's a specialty of the house. You must return, I'll serve it myself to you again." He says "Gino, I need you to go out through the back door."
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
AlLa Vigna Inn -
Bernardo activates celerity and grabs the fallen Prince and is out the door! Unfortunately, in this damned city, there are mainly buildings and cobblestones.
Right behind you, you see Durdona holding the body of Bagrat exit the building, "We..." she begins to speak and is cut off as Bagrat produces a stake and tries to drive it into her heart! But the Assamite is quick and drops the Ghoul trying to twist away from the strike.
She does not dodge the strike but then neither does she end up prone at the end of its edge.
Bagrat it seems is quick on his feet and is up immediately.
Durdona attempts to knock the stake from his hand, "I am trying to save you fool!" The stake goes clattering along the cobblestoned street.
Dragan then exits the Inn and attempts to tackle you! He manages to bump into your leg but cannot tie you up as you continue to head away from the Inn.
Bagrat Stake
Durdona Dodge
Stake Damage +1
Durdona Soak
Durdona Attack
Dragan Tackle
Einar grabs a Mortal and feeds it to Belisarius.
Gregor remains by the bar unsure of what to do now that his dreams have become reality.
Round 2
Suddenly standing before you is the female in black as if she materialized into existence right before your eyes, all you see is her eyes, "You cannot escape me young one. Hand him over to me and you shall live to see tomorrow night. Fail to do so and you shall go to his grave with him. I give you this chance but once".
Prince Narses is unmoving and unresponsive.
Casting about, you realize that you cannot outrun her to any nearby soil and sink in, this blasted city...
Round 2 -
Bernardo - GO!
Einar, Durdona, Dragan, Gregor, & Bagrat
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
Querini Compound -
You bite and feel your father seize. He tries to struggle but the kiss slows that struggle down before it can even begin.
You rip out his throat and the man who gave you life falls to the floor. He begins to bleed out and looks up at you. His hand shaking, he caresses your face. He tries to speak but only a horrific gurgling sound escapes his lips. You cut his throat and prevent him from dragging this out any longer.
He is dead, blood begins to pool on the carpet. You stare at the painting for a minute and disappear from your old life, one less tie binding you to the Mortal world.
Venice by Night - Monday, March 31, 1309
La Serenata Notturna, the Night's Serenade -
Tricky as it may be, you are successful and the last two Mortals awake are unsuspecting of your motives. Both are dead by your hand. Thereafter, it is a small matter to slice the throats of the rest of the men now sleeping on the floor of your Inn.
The place is a bloodbath.
You wife comes down the stairs and embraces you in a hug, "My Love.
Go upstairs, hide in the bed as the day draws near. I shall report to the Doge that I drugged and slew his enemies. No doubt that his men will remove the bodies and we shall profit from this with great favor. This was necessary". Her voice is steely.
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
Querini Compound - Michele Querini
Conscience roll DC 9
Yes heading back to the Setite Inn to hopefully rest for the night taking care to stay invisible.
Venice, 1309 some random street
on behalf of your enemy who is Narses I deny you the prize but gift what you seek!
Bernardo drinks Narses dry
Venice by Night - Monday, March 31, 1309
La Serenata Notturna, the Night's Serenade -
Tricky as it may be, you are successful and the last two Mortals awake are unsuspecting of your motives. Both are dead by your hand. Thereafter, it is a small matter to slice the throats of the rest of the men now sleeping on the floor of your Inn.
The place is a bloodbath.
You wife comes down the stairs and embraces you in a hug, "My Love.
Go upstairs, hide in the bed as the day draws near. I shall report to the Doge that I drugged and slew his enemies. No doubt that his men will remove the bodies and we shall profit from this with great favor. This was necessary". Her voice is steely.
He looks at his wife, her calm demeanor, her poise, and resolve, She would make a fine cainite. Such steel in her then wiping any blood from hands or face, he says "It was needed, I feared for your virtue and the safety of the staff...but perhaps you should not be the target for the enemies of the Doge. Unless you think it unwise and that the Doge would demand I visit by day, let us be partners in this. And, beware what is in your own cup when it does not come from my hand. Some will imagine you a poisoner and do likewise, or worse. As for GIno, should he return, let me know, greet him kindly but cautiously. I have plans that may yet involve him."
He will want the place cleaned and
And he will withdraw.
Venice by Night - Monday, March 31, 1309
La Serenata Notturna, the Night's Serenade -
"I do believe it unwise my Love, were it to be revealed what you are now, our lives would be forfeit".
You assist your wife in cleaning and head to bed as the hour grows far too bright for your taste.
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
Outside the AlLa Vigna Inn -
Durdona yells out once she realizes what you are about to do but it is too late, the die has been cast. You bring to your mouth the neck of the Prince, so depleted, its is easy for you to drain his essence from him utterly, he rots and crumbles to dust! The little liquid in his body is now in your mouth and throat and your face and hands are covered in what remains.
You feel fire course through your veins.
Shabah bows to you and approaches, "The Prince was no prize to me".
From behind, as you fall to your knees and shake, a hand is placed on your shoulder. It is the Elder Ventrue. "Know that if Narses re-emerges within, it shall be you we Hunt next time".
You turn back and see Dragan pick up the stake knocked from the Ghouls hand drive it through Durdona's back and she falls to her knees and then flat on her face. The Gangrel looks poised to do to her what you just did to Narses but Shabah places a hand up and the Ventrue yells, "Stop. She is ours".
Dragan growls but does not protest further. The Viking exits the Inn with the other man standing at the bar and the Ventrue speaks once again, "Tell your Sire it is done. The debt is paid".
The Viking emotionless turns and he motions to Dragan and the Ghoul. All three of whom stalk off into the night together. The Ghoul does not even look back. Dragan does turn back once more to look at Durdona longingly like a wild animal would if another predator took his meal.
The other man speaks and stares at you with ash on your face as you convulse with a feeling you have not had since the Embrace, "I... I... I do not know how I feel".
The Ventrue nods, "Vengeance as the dead is about as satisfying as it was as the living. Once achieved, it does not take long to feel hollow.
Know that Narses' past crimes are not what I cared about, I am not a man with unclean hands. The future crimes that Bastard would have perpetrated, that is why I agreed to end him. Others judged him for his past crimes and I hope they feel a satisfaction I do not once word of his Final Death is received.
Gregor. Go. Now. I wish never to see you again for you are base and vile. In many ways no better than Narses for he at least had principles, you have none".
Gregor nods in agreement! He then fades from view. Shabah walks over to Durdona and picks her up gently, the two women also fade from view. The Ventrue turns back to you and kneels, "I admire your conviction in the face of overwhelming adversity. It serves you well but may well end up sending you to the Final Death. But it will not this night.
You owe the Prince of Padua nothing now. That was his Sire you committed Amaranth upon.
You have made allies of Narses enemies and enemies of Narses allies".
He stands and merely walks away.
The rain begins to fall a bit harder, washing away the ashes that covered you.
I believe you were 7th Generation. You are now 6th Generation.
You gain the following:
Cainite Lore - 1 Point.
Occult - 1 Point.
Obtenebration 3 Points.
Dominate 1 Point.
Potence 1 Point.
Your Aura now has the tell tale black veins of a Diablerist.
Your image in a mirror or other reflective surface is now hazy as if you are fading away.
Make a Willpower roll DC 9, you may not spend a Willpower point on this roll.
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
Outside the AlLa Vigna Inn -
As you rise to stand you feel a small pain in the back of your head. You shake it off though and frown as it passes as quickly as it came. Indeed, the Elder made a good point, where to now?
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
Greetings Inn -
Valdemar nods, "Yes, Sicily, the domain of Gratiano himself is where we met.
Constantinople eh? Narses is sorry to have lost it as a vassal state but then that particular Brother of mine was not nearly as clever as he believed himself to be.
Indeed, Narses would welcome new blood to Venice, we have had some.. attrition... among the members of our Clan recently.
I will arrange for an introduction tomorrow night, tonight is, too busy to do so".
Vykos interjects, "Tassilo, I fear that I cannot invite you to stay here as my prior guests will be returning with business most urgent. Valdemar, tell Narses that I have chosen myself as Justicar and do not object to any selections made by the other Clans.
If there is nothing else, I would ask you two to step outside and conclude your conversation there. I am sure that the Seneschal can give more insight to what is taking place in Court than I can my new friend".
Valdemar's lips pull tight in frustration, "I shall do so.
Come Tassilo. If you have questions or wish to set up lodgings for the night I can and will assist you.
Most of what I had planned this night has borne only frustration already. Perhaps more mundane activities will make the end of the evening more fruitful".
Tassillo half bows to Vykos, "Lord Vykos, my sincerest thanks for the welcome and informative conversation this evening. I do look forward to a prosperous partnership with you in the times to come."
Tassilo turns to Valdemar and motions towards the door, "I do believe I will accept your offer of assistance in lodging this evening. Please inform the Prince I look forward to introducing myself tomorrow evening and learning of how I can be of service to the prince."
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
Greetings Inn -
"Excellent. I shall bring you to Elysium.
In the labyrinth beneath are cells that can only be entered and exited by practitioners that hold mastery of Obtenebration. You shall be safe there. I shall leave word with my Sire that you will stay in one.
When you wake, simply use your powers to step into the throne room. Ware, the shadow being that dwells there may visit you. Whatever it is, Narses is its Master".
Valdemar brings you on a Gondola ride to Elysium. A clever series of canals lead to an area that appears abandoned by Mortals as all buildings are vacant. One small canal leads to an isolated "island" which can only be reached by water. A run down dock and even more run down building dwell on the small plot of land.
Valdemar leads you in. You step through the threshold of the doorway to find this is not the ruined building it appears to be from the outside. Covered from ceiling to floor in white sheets. The marble floors are flecked in gold and platinum but they shine with a surprising brilliance. Light from the hallway beyond flickers catching these flecks.
Statues representing Catholic saints sit in alcoves every 7' from one another, atop each one sits a long tapered white candle. Though the light given off is weak somehow the shadows dance erratically in a manner that does not match the flickering of the flames. The effect is somewhat, disconcerting as if the shadows themselves are alive in this place. And based on what Valdemar told you, you know that this is teh case.
The farther in you go the air is covered in a fine smoky mist coming from thuribles which are placed every ten feet suspended from the ceiling. Smells emanate form these censers, the smell of frankincense fills your nostrils.
As you step into the chamber where the Prince holds Court front of each alcove are the small black tables etched in each table are symbols filigreed in gold and platinum:
while the tables on the left are filigreed in copper and steel:
Finally, there is a 13th table that sits alone, in the middle of all of the others towards the front of the audience chamber.
Upon a raised dais are 13 seats made of walnut wood and decorated with inlays of ivory, mother of pearl, colored wood and precious stones the symbols of 12 match the symbols on the tables in each alcove.
In the alcove behind each table sits a different image:
Clan Cappadocian - In this picture Jesus is condemned to death.
Clan Ventrue - In this picture Jesus carries His cross.
Clan Setite – In this picture Jesus falls for the first time.
Clan Salubri – In this picture Jesus meets His Mother.
Clan Nosferatu – In this picture Jesus is given aid by Simon of Cyrene in carrying His cross.
Clan Tzimisce – In this picture Veronica wipes the face of Jesus.
Clan Brujah – In this picture Jesus falls for a second time.
Clan Toreador – In this picture Jesus meets the women of Jerusalem.
Clan Malkavian – In this picture Jesus falls for the third time.
Clan Tremere – In this picture Jesus’ clothes are taken away.
Clan Gangrel – In this picture Jesus is nailed to the cross.
Clan Assamite – In this picture Jesus dies on the cross.
Clan Lasombra – In this picture the body of Jesus is taken down from the cross.
The raised dais and its 13 seats made of walnut wood and decorated with inlays of ivory, mother of pearl, colored wood and precious stones with matching Clan symbols to the tables in each alcove are still present.
Also present is a set of statues made of gold and inlaid with precious stones depicting the same figure in different poses, an angelic figure the identity of the figure is not known to you. Hanging between suspended from the ceiling is a Fourteenth picture.
It shows Jesus being laid in his tomb.
All of the chairs, or thrones, are unoccupied at this time. Valdemar takes your hand and pulls you through the shadows. You find yourself in a small chamber, one that is plain and barely furnished and could be a cell for a Monk.
"When the suns rays disappear. Exit and the Prince should be there ready to take your formal introduction. Rest well Brother".
Venice by Night - Monday, March 31, 1309
San Cassiano Residenza d'Epoca Ca' Favretto - Vitaliano
Vitaliano bowed politely "I will consider taking you up on your hospitality." he said simply. He didn't have any real information to offer the Canite, so he simply bid him adieu and saw himself out down to the main area.
He watched as he waited, carefully and quietly, curious of the differences of how one kept their "home" between clans. He would use this opportunity, like all, to attempt to learn something new about those who would surround him in the nights to come.
Bernardo makes his way from where he is to some open ground where no one is around and will sink into the earth for the coming daylight
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
San Cassiano Residenza d'Epoca Ca' Favretto -
Vitaliano
The Inn of the Setites is smilar the Inn of the Malkavians as formerly a Mortal Inn rented by the Cainites to provide sustenance for those Elders and their new Childer dwelling within. No changes have been made to the structure other than the front door being locked most of the time and the place has fallen into a bit of disrepair. You crinkle your nose at the Mortals as they have started to smell a bit. You wonder how much longer this can and will last.
The Mortals here languish, their minds forever altered by the horrors casually visited upon them unable to act in their own best interest due to the heavy Dominate used against them. It is possible other powers of the Blood are used against them as well. What their lives will be like after this who can know, madmen and madwomen most likely.
When you consider them all that way, you have almost a glimmer of sympathy for them, almost.
---
Michele
You stalk back through the streets invisibly able to throw caution to the wind. Night grows shorter with each passing step but you are able to make it back with perhaps 30 minutes to spare before sunrise.
As you enter the Inn you find that you have a guest...
---
Michele & Vitaliano
Vitaliano, you consider exiting with so little light left but as you know this is an Inn with rooms to spare you instead opt to wait, Querini has to arrive at some point!
Arrive he does, just as you stand to find a room of your own here in the Inn...
Querini has some blood on his chin and a bit of a dazed look in his eyes.
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
A Plot of Earth in Venice -
You find a plot of earth and sink into the ground. This has been the most eventful night of your unlife since the night you were first Embraced. You need some time to safely think through what to do next...
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
In the Hidden Salubri Haven -
The rest of the evening is lost in training. As the sun rises, you begin to feel weary as does Andrew. You both lay your heads down on the small mats and darkness overtakes you.
Shadow
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
San Cassiano Residenza d'Epoca Ca' Favretto - Vitaliano & Michele Querini
Begrudgingly Michele speaks as he takes a chair to sit. Almost collapsing into it.
“To what do I owe this pleasure so late in the evening. The sun’s rays will peak through the darkness very soon.”
Shadow
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
San Cassiano Residenza d'Epoca Ca' Favretto - Vitaliano & Michele Querini
Vitaliano watched with some distaste. Honestly, while he understood the need to keep the secrecy surely there was a better way then burning inns to the ground once they were done. If one were to believe the humans were cattle, surely a farmer would do better to nurture his flock and keep them healthy and contained than to break them and kill them off only to have to get a new herd soon enough.
His musing gave him time to consider the position that humans now held for him and how he should be looking towards the future for keeping his own supply going.
When he heard the door open, his mind was pulled back to the present and he looked upon his quarry. "Please, if you are not feeling up to it, then the conversation is just simply about coming up with a plan as to how to deal with finding Simon. Given the only lead is a one armed man...well it is what it is. And do not worry about the time so much, staying awake isn't so horrible so long as one stays indoors. Your patron has offered me a room and given the time, I'll take him up on his hospitality." he said simply.
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
San Cassiano Residenza d'Epoca Ca' Favretto - Vitaliano & Michele Querini
Michele is slightly taken aback at the mention of a one armed man
“Yes perhaps it is best we speak when we wake tomorrow so we can share what we know and come up with a plan. If you are to stay that is even better so we can start right away. Have a good rest. If you require sustenance please help yourself. with that Michele get up and drinks from several vessels until full and goes to his room and retires for the night.
Venice by Night - Monday March 31, 1309
San Cassiano Residenza d'Epoca Ca' Favretto -
Both Cainites settle in for the day at the Setite Inn.
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
The door bursts open and one hinge is all that remains to hold the door in place, "Awake my Childe! Awake. There is little time and I require you assistance!"
You feel the weight of the sun upon you even though you are protected by the walls and roof of the Haven.
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
Lorenzo struggles mightily to tear himself from the death-like grasp of vampiric sleep, but ultimately manages to do so.
"Wh..What is it, my Sire? What is wrong?"
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
"Narses was in error. Hunters have invaded. Most of our defenses have been decimated. You must go, slow them down. I will attempt to retrieve assistance.
They are almost into the sanctum, meet them at the double doors.
Know that your ideas shall live on through me even if you do not".
The Blood Oath permeates in your mind. An order you must obey.
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
"Will Lydia be with me?" Lorenzo asks.
He is willing to sacrifice me? I suppose I should not be surprised... Lorenzo thinks to himself as his body begins to move toward the double doors against his better instincts.
Upon reaching the double doors, he strengthens himself with vitae and calls upon the powers learned from Radek's Childe, summoning fire to his hands.
Silently, Lorenzo waits for the enemy to arrive, ready to reach out with the power of the Path of Grave's Decay as they enter.
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
"She will not rouse Childe, by day the Beast keeps her chained in her body".
Doctor Benne takes his leave, downstairs, what escape way there is down there you cannot recall as you head towards these Hunters. You walk through the hallway, mentally preparing yourself for battle. This would have been different had you and your Sire no needed to fight to control this place, then Ambrogino destroyed more defenses in his own invasion a few days ago.
You look upon this place for perhaps the last time, the closer you get to the double doors you can hear voices, many, many voices beyond.
"The power of God compels you!" You hear a screech as if from beyond the grave, a spirit most likely sent by Benne. This leaves you, the last line of defense.
The doors are pushed open, their gilded images of hell glint in the light. If the building were not so deep you have no doubt that you would be burning now as you can see the sun's rays shining down on the open front door! Even that light is so strong as to damage you here.
The front business that the Giovanni set up, the mortuary is disheveled.
The desks are overturned, scrolls scattered everywhere. The two Mortals attendants who operate the business both on the floor, bloodied screaming for mercy but alive.
Two dozen men, all armed and armored stand within. Most wield crossbows. Those that do not wield sword and shield. One man stands out from the rest, he wields only a greatsword but something about that sword makes you feel uneasy.
Each man has around his neck a cross, at his belt at least two stakes and suddenly your dead blood runs cold. You have seen these crosses and you have seen these stakes. Indeed, Dominic's warehouse stored these very items, the very items that a Ghoul in the employ of Prince Narses discovered, the very items that led you to where you stand this day. You pray that these Mortals left the sulphur pots behind else you will die in a conflagration.
Wielding fire in one hand and death in the other you stand fast. The leader speaks, "I am Claudio de Mendini, Knight of Acre, servant of the one true God. Fiend. Surrender. We are well versed in the ways to slay or immobilize you. You cannot stand against the will of God!" You tremble as you can feel a force of will behind his words but not so much that you need obey.
Round 1 -
Lorenzo Cappelli
The Inquisition (24)
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
The incoming sunlight sears Lorenzo's vampiric flesh, but fortunately his unnatural resilience fights off the worst of the damage.
Lorenzo, seemingly resigned to his fate, quietly utters an apology to his deceased wife, "It seems I have failed you yet again, my love. Perhaps we can be together again beyond the veil..."
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
Claudio's eyes widen in terror as your power freezes his body in place!
The Knights wait for a few moments awaiting a response from you, not realizing that you already retorted. One of the Knights next to the Claudio steps to him and speaks, "Claudio?!" He does not respond, he begins to turn in your direction eyes full of anger.
Round 2 -
Lorenzo Cappelli
The Inquisition (23)
Claudio [Frozen - 6 Rounds]
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
"I have no quarrel with any of you, leave and there does not have to be any bloodshed." Lorenzo says, trying to buy a bit of time while scanning the room and the inquisitors for one of the sulphur pots.
Not seeing anything, Lorenzo empowers his body with more of his vitae, preparing for ensuing fight.
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
The good news is that Lorenzo does not spot the pots, the bad news is that he would need to be Brujah himself to dodge the amount of bolts that come towards him!
Five of the bolts miss and five strike.
One of the Knights calls out, "No, concentrate your fire on his heart!"
Nine of the Knights continue to aim at you.
The leaders hold back waiting to see how much damage the initial volley has done to you.
Knight 1 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - MISS
Knight 2 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - HIT
Knight 3 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - MISS
Knight 4 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - MISS
Knight 5 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - HIT
Knight 6 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - MISS
Knight 7 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - HIT
Knight 8 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - MISS
Knight 9 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - HIT
Knight 10 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - HIT
Knight 2 - Damage
Knight 5 - Damage
Knight 7 - Damage
Knight 9 - Damage
Knight 10 - Damage
Round 3 -
Lorenzo Cappelli
The Inquisition (23)
Claudio [Frozen - 5 Rounds]
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
Seeing the number of bolts headed his way, Lorenzo is thankful for his foresight to drive his vitae to enhance his physical prowess as he dodges two of the bolts.
Snarling with growing anger, Lorenzo says, "I gave you a chance...what happens now is on you and your folly." as he hurls the flame from his hand at the motionless knight.
With the flame dispatched, Lorenzo looks for cover from the next incoming barrage of bolts.
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
Lorenzo sidesteps one bolt and the rest pelt into him harmlessly, not one drawing blood.
The fire released it strikes Claudio, frozen as he is, he does not scream nor does he burn! It is as if he is protected by some force from your flames!
You move towards the inner hallway as the next set of bolts are fired at you as you turn to enter the hall. Only one hits you but it hits you in the back where your heart is...
You hear the sound of the initial Knights attempting to reload their crossbows.
Another Knight yells out, "Charge after him!"
Despite their zeal, you can tell they are being cautious in their approach to this endeavor.
Claudio Soak DC 4
Knight 1 - Dexterity + Archery DC 9 - MISS
Knight 2 - Dexterity + Archery DC 9 - MISS
Knight 3 - Dexterity + Archery DC 9 - MISS
Knight 4 - Dexterity + Archery DC 9 - MISS
Knight 5 - Dexterity + Archery DC 9 -
Knight 6 - Dexterity + Archery DC 9 - MISS
Knight 7 - Dexterity + Archery DC 9 - MISS
Knight 8 - Dexterity + Archery DC 9 - MISS
Knight 9 - Dexterity + Archery DC 9 - HIT!
Crossbow Damage
Round 4 -
Lorenzo Cappelli
The Inquisition (23)
Claudio [Frozen - 4 Rounds]
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
Lorenzo winces as the bolt slams home. I can not do this alone...I have to try and wake Lydia... he thinks, heading for the Lamia's chambers.
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
"Put the fire out, quickly!" screams one of the Knights behind you.
Three of the Knights round the corner after you.
One leaps for your legs but misses.
The other two swing swords in an attempt to injure you. The first strikes your right shoulder. The other swings for your left but misses.
Inquisitors 1-10 - Complete Reloading.
Inquisitors 11-15 Begin reloading (1 round left).
Inquisitors 16-19 assist in putting out Fire to de Mendini with cloaks. Laurent also utilizes his cloak to put out the fire.
Syrio - Attempt to Grapple Lorenzo. Already activated Transfiguration of the Flesh DC 7. +1 Stamina. - Miss!
Amaury Amyx - Melee Attack DC 7 +1 for tight quarters - Damage
Devery Devereaux Activate Flight of Angels DC 7 0 successes - Melee Attack DC 7 +1 for tight quarters - Miss.
Claudio - Soak Fire Damage DC 4 . Soaked. Fire extinguished.
Round 3 -
Lorenzo Cappelli
The Inquisition (23)
Claudio [Frozen - 3 Rounds]
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
"Lydia! Wake up! We are under attack!" Lorenzo calls out as he rushes toward and ultimately into Lydia's chambers.
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
Lydia lies motionless and naked on her bed its hard to ignore just how attractive she is even in this dire situation.
Humanity DC 6
Her eyes flutter open as the Knights stride into the room, "Another one!"
Both back out and move to a position past the doorway, to the other side of the hall from which they chased you, it looks like they seek to block you from "escaping" that way. You hear the sound of several booted feet rushing down the hall.
Lydia sits up, "What... what is happening out there..." Her eyes are foggy and her mind is clearly slow, the day must weigh heavily upon her.
Round 4 -
Lorenzo Cappelli
The Inquisition (23)
Claudio [Frozen - 2 Rounds]
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
"Hunters have invaded the mausoleum, Benne has abandoned us..." he says as calmly as he can.
Taking note of the knights positioning, Lorenzo closes to engage not wanting to be pinned in with that many knights regardless of the now awake Lydia's combat prowess.
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
Lydia struggles to get up as you exit the room to attempt to strike one of the Knights, for a second you glance at the booted feet in the hall and their assembled crossbows but push forward nonetheless.
Such a wall of Humanity throws you off of your rhythm, whatever that may be for someone that has long been a non-combatant and your fist strikes the Knights armor with a ding. The crosses hanging on their chests give you a feeling of discomfort but so far, you have seen no evidence that God is on their side.
The Knights down the hall stop and begin to aim at you, perhaps because they know hitting your heart is not easy and perhaps because the fear striking their fellow zealots.
The one who dove for you and missed enters the room to confront Lydia.
Meanwhile, the two Knights blocking your way strike at you, "You are trapped Fiend!"
Both Knights strike you now in better stances due to being set in place for the fight, one on the shoulder, the other your leg, their blades are heavy!
Knights (10) Aim at Lorenzo.
Syrio - Stake Lydia - Damage - Miss!
Amaury Amyx - Melee Attack DC 6 - Damage
Devery Devereaux - Melee Attack DC 6 - Damage
Round 5 -
Lorenzo Cappelli
The Inquisition (23)
Claudio [Frozen - 1 Round]
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
At the very least, Lorenzo hopes the lack of damage the knights has caused is a bit demoralizing.
Giving up on physical attacks for the moment, Lorenzo calls upon the powers of Grave's Decay again, this time reaching out for one of his assailant's sword arm.
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
Lorenzo grabs at the arm of one of the Knights and the sword falls from the nerveless limb, the Knight screams. "Amaury!" the other howls. He raises the cross with his other hand and places it one your face, "Back foul creature!"
The touch of the cross is painful as it burns your dead flesh! The power of his voice compels you backwards!
As you resist moving backwards from this man of God, you hear the sound of something being dropped as you are struck from behind by two separate sharp objects.
You hear Lydia from within the room, "Die Mortal" but hear no sound of death from that one in response instead the voice retorts. "Nay villain!" as her blade sounds like it was deflected by the Knights armor.
Crossbow bolts loose into the room behind you as yet more booted steps can be heard rushing down the hallway.
Lydia grabs her sword and attacks - Damage +2
Syrio Soak
Devery Touch Attack DC 5
Devery Faith DC 5
Syrio steps back as 8 of the Knights fire at Lydia - he presents his Holy Symbol and Lydia resists his attempt to pin her in place using Faith.
Knight 1 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - MISS
Knight 2 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - HIT
Knight 3 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - 1/2 Damage
Knight 4 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - MISS
Knight 5 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - MISS
Knight 6 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - MISS
Knight 7 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - HIT +1 Damage
Knight 8 - Dexterity + Archery DC 6 - MISS
Knight 9 - Stake Lorenzo Dexterity+Melee - Miss
Knight 10 - Stake Lorenzo Dexterity+Melee - Miss
Damage vs. Lydia -
Damage vs. Lydia -
Damage vs. Lydia -
Lydia Soak
Lydia Soak
Lydia Soak
Lydia takes 1 Damage and is Bruised.
Round 6 -
Lorenzo Cappelli
The Inquisition (23)
Claudio
Venice by DAY - Tuesday - April 1, 1309 - 9:00 AM
The Mausoleum -
Lorenzo grits his teeth, fighting off the power of the cross, perhaps emboldened by his own lack of faith - even in his mortal days.
"Why do you make me do this?" Lorenzo frustratedly asks, as he calls upon the Ashen Lady's Embrace again, this time reaching for the cross wielder's face.