Hey Gang, RL is rearing its head for me, and I need to cut back my commitments. So going to officially withdraw from this game. Sorry. Wish you guys all the best.
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Makiko nods at Seori's command and readies her bow. She averts her eyes from Seori's atypically clumsy movement. Perhaps when I write the story of how the Princess heroically reclaimed her rightful throne...maybe some details should be left out...
Yay! Youre back! Many fun wishes for you and your son.
Wow... that really is rough. Blessings to you and your family.
...yes they have internet cafes in tijuana, even starbucks-- which had free internet, but $5 coffee, so it was the same diff. and to be completely honest it was $5 a day. i went back for an hour on 3 different days. so i was exaggerating a little. point being, i think i had the most limited internet access of anyone. couldn't borrow a friends computer, or use one at work, for example. still, i am the most recent poster in gameplay. which makes me a little sad.
Ummm... is this game still going? I paid $15 to log into an internet cafe in Tijuana and post 2 weeks ago... and its still the most recent post. I hope so. Its a cool game...
Makiko bows. I am curious to see what Fate has planned for us. Let's go.
Still have only 15 mins a day internet myself, but I'll check in when I can.
I am in San Diego doing some trainings for the next couple of weeks. My internet access will be spotty. I'll check in when I can. Feel free to push ahead without me, until I get back.
One would still need to listen closely to hear Makiko whisper her thoughts aloud. Thank you, Master Guardian. It is just taking me some time to adjust. Yesterday my biggest concern was hunting rabbits. I have no idea how to hunt Jade Regents. And if he felt tremors, and is now hunting us... I have no experience with this at all. But it seems to me that a straight shot to the Jade Regent would go poorly for us. Perhaps there are smaller targets we can hunt to grow stronger first?
Allowing burning curiosity to overcome hesitancy, Makiko blurts out, M-Master Guardian, a thousand pardons, but we are not even sure what force brought us here, or even where "here" is. And if, as we believe her highness... she pauses to rephrase at a look from Seori, er, Seori, is the rightful heir, we will need proof, and we will need the strength to back our claim. Do you have wisdom on any of these questions?
At the guardian's words, Makiko quickly whips her bow into readiness. But seeing Seori bow, she bows also. Although she does not release her grip on her bow, and her glance stays alert.
We still have 4 active players I think. Any classes we are sorely lacking? Otherwise I think we can move on "as is". Fewer members might mean a quicker pace.
Makiko will quietly and respectfully explore further.
Makiko muses to herself as they walk towards the graveyard. I am curious, perhaps the old guardian will know how we got... here... wherever here is, from the monastery. But, I don't wish to endanger... Princess Seori by asking. If my... deformities become known, it may keep the Guardian from helping the Princess. She nervously checks again that her wig is securely covering her feathers. It is strange that the graveyard is so well-kept. You may have to strain to hear her soft voice. The few I've seen are all overgrown. Someone tends the dead with caring.
Still not clear on where "here" is relative to "there". Is this a dream plane? Is it another part of Golarion? Visions of the past? Things that are happening now? And it sounds reasonable that for some reason that our missing party members never made the transition from there to here with us.
Good suggestion. Thanks!
Here! Makiko is quiet, and will rarely take the lead in decision making. Although she might add advice, only when she strongly feels she has something to contribute.
Makiko nervously and discreetly makes sure her feathers are tucked securely under her wig. Wherever you decide to lead, I shall follow. she says softly.
Uncomfortable speaking with others, Makiko mostly thinks aloud.Well as we figure everything out, I guess we should try to figure out where we are, and where we're supposed to go, and what we're supposed to do next. Keep Seori safe from the Regent, I guess. Prove that she's the Heir, maybe. But how would we do that? We're nothing but a bunch of... Makiko drifts off as soon as she notices anyone listening to her. So you really didn't know, er, y-your highness? Makiko is unsure how to address Seori at this point.
I, as a player don't really know what "year" we started out. Makiko is just trying to determine if we traveled in time as well as space.
Yes, thank you Uta-san for your assistance. This is all most strange. Do you mind me asking what year this is, and where we are? In moments we seem to have traveled far from where we were.
Congrats on a successful venture! Glad you're back!
That was... interesting. Where are we? Still beneath the monastery? Who are you?
Makiko's eyes grow wide as she looks several times from the vision to the girl she's known for years and back again. You? You were the Heir? All this time? Uncertain how to respond, she kneels and bows clumsily. Her words are also clumsy, but carry the intensity of a vow. Whatever I can do to help you, I will.
Welcome multi-bard! We will see you soon.
Makiko stares thoughtfully at the Vanara, and then takes a drink from the offered gourd. We may have a long journey to find this child. We should get started.
On the contrary, I'm quite enjoying the getting-to-know-you roleplaying. I've always felt a little cheated by the "you've been friends since childhood and one day you go out and kick butt together like a well oiled machine" scenarios. I like that our characters have 3 dimensions besides our ability to do damage in combat. And BTW-- Makiko isn't human, but she is trying to pass herself off as one. It's probably close enough as far as Mamoru's concerned.
Makiko knits her brow trying to remember anything that would make sense of Mamoru's statement. She also tries to come up with a polite way to question him further. Uh, yes. So did that-- Mamoru tell you anything about the location of the Emperor's child?
Makiko gives Mamoru an inquisitive look. I-I'm embarrassed I do not know you better Mamoru-san. Was that your father? Your teacher? Surely he must have given you some clue about where the child has been hidden?
Makiko whispers as she thinks aloud, Are these the events that led to the Jade Regent, becoming... well... the Regent? Did he betray his friend to assume the post? But what does he fear from the monks? From the monastery? Surely we are no threat to him, whatever he's done.
Makiko tilts her head and looks about quizicly. A chest of jewels beneath a simple monastery? A vision of the past? An invasion by the Jade Regent? What does it all mean? Perhaps we should follow Seori. She says softly. There is much we don't know, but we must outrun the Regent if we are going to get any answers.
Startled by their sudden awakening, Makiko will say quietly Mai Seori-san, Yumi-Ken-san, are you both alright? I had feared that... Seeing Taliv lying dead she gasps, Taliv! Oh Taliv... I am sorry I failed you. She seems not to have noticed the jewels or Mamoru's scavenging thru the chest.
Makiko runs over to see if there's anything she can do for Yumi or Mai. Embarrassed, she'll check their belongings for a healing draught. Does anyone think there m-might be something to help them in that chest? I wish Taliv was here. He could make sure there are no traps on it. As if the guardian wasn't enough of a trap by himself.
Frustrated and worried for her teammates, Makiko is determined to land even a token blow against the creature. She will kick with each foot. Attack 1:
Attack 2:
With that quiet but clear hint from Mamoru, Makiko will lash out. Attack: Damage:
Startled by her suddenly larger size, Makiko glances at Tampala-san with understanding. This is most...uselful. She will move quickly to flank the Guardian with Mamoru, amused that he is not quite as frightening from her new vantage. Makiko will hold her attack, and wait for a signal to proceed from Mamoru, lest she interrupt a dual of honor. Shall I?
I like Taliv's character. Let's give him a little more time to get back.
Seeing Yumi go down too, Makiko leaps at one of the skeletons attacking her. She'll attempt to flank if possible Attack: Damage:
Makiko feels a pang at seeing Mai Seori go down. Such a noble warrior to be felled by such a creature. I wish I could help her. I suppose getting rid of these horrible things is the only way. With new resolve Makiko deals a spinning kick to her new assailant.
Makiko shifts her weight and kicks with the other foot at the ribcage of the nearest skeleton. Attack:
Realizing that arrows are useless against the fleshless, lifeless skeletons, Makiko kicks towards the ribs of the one clawing at her. (Improved Unarmed, no AoO) Attack:
With a quick intake of breath at the guardian's sudden leap to motion, Makiko lets 2 arrows fly at the nearest skeleton: Attack 1:
Damage 1:
Makiko shivers at the mention of death. She is much happier steeped in verdant life, then near so much unlife. She raises her bow, and holds it steady.
A battle? And an ancient guardian. It is proper to show respect. It is also good to be prepared. Makiko gives a bow behind Yumi, but not so low she cannot see. And she holds her bow and first arrow ready.
Miso soup, a nice chiu with some healing herbs, and wasabi. You'll be good as new. Feel better soon boss.
With fear and excitement at facing the unknown, Makiko follows behind the intimidating creature.
Makiko bows again mutely, and prepares to follow the others. I am being asked to leave, but not for the reason I expected. Will I ever know a home? This is a good place. And the monks almost made me feel useful. I don't think I'm ready to guard something and elude the Jade Regent. I hope the others are better prepared than I. She surveys the group dubiously.
“I found soldiers on the road. They are coming for the monastery.” At these words Makiko goes completely still. It would be difficult to find even her breath or her heart beat. A great storm is coming. It will swallow us all, large or small. It would seem wisest to go to ground, wait for it to pass. To fly in its face would be reckless. But could there be a way to ride the wind?
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