Crazy Scion

Arena Chat Thread

Would anyone think a comicbook-like battle would be fun to do? It would also be good practice for different poses and drawing the same character repeatedly to get better at drawing them. A written portion would still be done with the comic panel attached to each post to help illustrate was is going on even further. If the best you can do is stick figures then you won't be kicked out as long as you try. The battle would be a team based one, perhaps against a boss.

Maybe the drawings being so bad they are good could add to the charm...unless they end up so bad that they confuse us rather than help us.

@ImportantNobody

I would be tempted to try this, but will forward that I have like zero art ability. So I would be doing the drawings with my computer and most likely trace images, then edit them. It would take a bit of time to do.

Skallagrim VS Crazy Scion [Combat Training]

Scion's charge step, had been meant to bring his enemies focus forward, but he had underestimated the reach of Skallagrim's sword and had to make a snap decision as it came thrusting towards him. He still had his right leg forward from the his quick step, and decides the best counter is finish the swing, that had been intended for Skallagrim's head, and use it to intercept the blade instead. He also tries to evade the blade, but twisting his body further than intended, as he arches the tonfa's swing across his chest to smash into the side of the blade. He finds that he manages enough forces to just barely throw off its trajectory and miss stabbing straight through him. Scion could feel the sword whoosh past his chin and nick the end of shoulder. The blade continued

As Scion is desperately trying to evade Skallagrim's blade. Dennis enacts his own plan to try to counter Skallagrim's powerful thrust. He had intended to follow Scion's plan to spawn a portal for him, that led to Skallagrim's back, but since that plan was currently falling through. He decides to change the spawn points of the portals. The first dot, instead of in front of Scion, would appear behind Scion's left shoulder, centered with the new trajectory of Skallagrim's thrusting blade. The second dot would also change position and appear behind Skallagrim's back left leg. As the blade is sent sailing past Scion, a smaller portal of only a foot diameter would open to allow the end of Skallagrim's sword to pass through and stab right into the back of his own leg.

Scion, oblivious to Dennis' change in plans and to busy to see the portal behind him, was focusing his attention on Skallagrim's bony hand that was gripping the end of the sword. He knews that it would give him a serious advantage if he could get Skallagrim to release his sword, so in a snap decision, he decides to drop his tonfa and attempt to grab Skallagrim's forearm and wrench it forward, while simultaneously slashing at his bony wrist with Exmouseiber. He would hope that this would force Skallagrim to drop his weapon, but would release his arm regardless and try to hop back and to his right to his right, or to Skallagrim's left. It would only be at this point that he would notice the two portals that Dennis had spawned.

Dennis would wait to see if Skallagrim would release his blade or withdraw it before severing the portals connection. He was tempted to simply close the portal on the blade and sever it, but he did not want to risk the potential magical backlash that could be caused by damaging a sword of such powerful enchantment. It was better to be safe rather than allow their fight to be ended prematurely, because Skallagrim's blade decided it wanted to explode.

Skallagrim VS Crazy Scion [Combat Training]

Oof. I really should have should have said that Scion took a step forward. I somehow managed to forget that the average stride covers three feet. Instead I was for some stupid reason thinking in yards and writing about feet. Well let's see how I can go about adapting to this new problem.

Skallagrim VS Crazy Scion [Combat Training]

Every fight has different parameters. Were you using longer edged weapons our fight would be much different. My cuts would be along different lines.

@Skallagrim

Does this mean you're trying to disable Scion legs, in order to reduce the amount of power he can put into his stabs and punches? That is not a bad idea. I am however, not confident that any damage I do to Skallagrim's limbs will have nearly the same effects as it would to a normal human.

Skallagrim VS Crazy Scion [Combat Training]

Scion was surprised when his switch blade missed it's mark, do to the shield vanishing, but was even more shocked when the dagger's inky darkness lashed out at his arm. He had feared the worst in that moment, but when the darkness didn't appear to do any damage to him, he chose to carry on with his follow up blow. Hoping that the darkness hadn't done anything to critical. He did, however; notice that his sleeve was silver and weighed a bit more than it did before.

Scion's fist and tonfa connect with a satisfying clang as they crash into Skallagrim's chest plate. However, it was at this same moment that Scion felt Skallagrim's sword cleave into his side. The blade easily slashing through his pants, clipping his hip bone, and cutting into the muscle below. The bone layers on the hip disperse some of the force from the blades impact along the bone, sacrificing the first layer of protection to help minimise the damage, but the cut still ran deep. Scion could already see Skallagrim stepping back to drag his blade further through his flesh. In order to prevent further damage, Scion quickly brings his tonfa down at an angle, and parries the blade away from him. The strange blue curls of magic dragging across the surface of his tonf with blue sparks of magic. As the blade is dislodged from his side, Scion could feel a burning sensation coming from his hip. His body working faster than he could perceive, began clenching blood vessels shut, in order to stop any bleeding, as well as forcing the damaged areas of the muscle fibers to shut down until they can either heal or scar over. The result was a clean cut with little blood, but a large patch of dark bruising that could be seen through to hole in his pants. The hit had been a good one, and Scion knew he was going to be much slower pivoting on that hip from now on. He could also feel the bone fragments from the shattered layer liquefying, and slowly seeping back into his body for repurposing. As the pain from the wound was being slowly blocked out by his bodies other functions, he notices that Skallagrim wasn't looking any worse for wear from his opening blow. This irks him greatly as wonders if the cut he had gotten as his tradeoff, had been worth it.

He decides that he was, at the very least, learning some things about his opponent. The fact Skallagrim could take his normal blows without showing any signs of damage, meant his early assumption of him being a potential class cannon wasn't accurate. He would have to dial up his damage a bit, to account for Skallagrim's higher than expected durability. He isn't quite sure how to approach Skallagrim though, as another a frontal assault would not be in his best interest, but he also knew Skal was too swift for him to easily get around him. It was easy to guess that the guy was far older than himself, and had probably seen his way through many fights in his time.So, he was going to need to add a new element to the fight, if he wanted to trip up a the ancient fighter. He takes a moment to think through his current arsenal with great care, and with careful deliberation. decides that is was maybe time to start thinking with portals. He knew from experience that he was only going to really get one good shot out of the portals, and that was the opening move. So he would need to make sure that it a good one and that he struck as quickly as possible.

Scion puts a his plan into motion, and turns face forward and exchanges the tonfa and switchblade with each other so he could wield the tonfa in his dominant right hand. He then deftly flips the tonfa around into an offensive grip, and carefully whispers one word to his watch, "Backbash." Quickly following this command, Scion starts charging at Skallagrim with determination in his eyes. He takes this time to focus energy into amplifying the strength in his right arm and right leg as he makes his way towards Skallagrim. Then as he approaches within three feet of Skallagrim, a black dot would appear in air before him, and simultaneously another would appear inches behind Skallagrim's back. In the next instant, both dots would expand into six foot diameter windows, with Scion's side of the portals leading to Skallagrim back, and Skallagrim's side leading to the open air just behind him. Scion, while leading and pressing forward with his right leg, would twist his body as he swings the tonfa through the portal, and attempt to deliver a powerful bash into side of Skallagrim's head. He would also, upon any contact, unleash the pent up energy he had been collecting in the tonfa to add to the blow. If Scion's attack goes as planned, he would then quickly pull the tonfa back through the portal and hastily retreat several feet. Dennis, at this time, would then close the portal, and cut off anything still stuck between the rifts in space, to allow Scion to view the damage to Skallagrim as well as cut off any potential counter that may be attempted at Scion through his own portal.

Skallagrim VS Crazy Scion [Combat Training]

I parried, because it seemed like the most logical thing to do. Takes minimal effect to block that way, and I was trying to get as close Skalagrim's as I could, because, although my experience with fighting against swords using a dagger is limited. I know the only real weakness in a swords range is when the person they are fighting is standing inches from their face. It is not only harder to make a full swing, but the sword loses a lot of power behind its blows when the warrior can't put there whole body into the swing. The goal with a dagger is to make quick stabs and slashes at the the opponent to weaken and/or kill them. Skalagrim however, undid my attempt at blank range fighting, by moving his leg back and then swinging his sword up and around Scion, in order to gain speed and add force into his sword swing. He showed real swordsmanship with that maneuver. The only hang up at all is that Scion was using a non-lethal attack. If Scion had been using a short sword or even another dagger to make that strike at Skalagrim's chest, then the damage to Skalagrim could have been much worse. Since Scion used a weaker attack and only struck with blunt force. Skalagrim had determined that he could safely take the blow. Though it makes me wonder how differently he would have reacted, if Scion had used a more deadly tool to strike him with.

Well anyway. I am working on a post right now. The opening move was very telling about how Skalagrim fights, so now I'm going to start letting the interesting things come into play. My only problem right now is deciding how many of Scion abilities I want to use. One of Scion's current advantages is the fact he has literally every single one of his cards up his metaphorical sleeve right now. I need to make very good use of the element of surprise if I am to have any chance at defeating Skalagrim.

Skallagrim VS Crazy Scion [Combat Training]

Before you say it. I do realize you could try to slash Scion with your dagger after the shield is rended or even reform the shield. Scion will most likely commit to his blow despite this, either taking the slash or trying to bash through the shield. So, unless the counter is likely to kill him, would he then deviate from his set path.

Skallagrim VS Crazy Scion [Combat Training]

Scion stood ready as Skalagrim silently began to circle him. Hecarefully shifted his feet so that his right side continued to face Skalagrim, as he waited for him to strike. He was hard pressed to spot any obvious weakness in Skalagrim's defense, and even wondered how durable he could be as a living skeleton. It was not until Skalagrim's sword was just within reach of him that Skalagrim moved to strike. He watches as Skalagrim swings high towards his left shoulder. In response, Scion quickly steps forward with his right foot, while shifting into a low stance, then raises the tonfa at a fortyfive degree angle to deflect the incoming blow. At the moment that Skalagrim's sword strikes the tonfa he shifts his arm up to propel the blade over his head and allow the remaining momentum to carry it through to the open air. Scion shifts his left leg forward to further close the distance between them, as well as make countering with his sword more difficult. He uses the close proximity to lash out with his switchblade and aims directly for Skalagrim's shield. Scion knew that the enchants in the blade would allow it to carve right through Skalagrim's shield, even if it did little to damage to Skalagrim himself. He would use the, probable, confusion caused by the opening in Skalagrim's defense to launch his real attack.

Using the tonfa Scion attempts to deliver a straight, right into Skalagrim's chest. As he performs this maneuver, he twists his entire body and presses forward with his left leg, so as to put his entire weight behind the blow. The finishing result would leave Scion with his left side facing forward and his switch blade held before his chest in a reversal of his previous position. He would also note that, despite not being his strongest blow, he would also get a gauge as to how durable Skalagrim was.

Skallagrim VS Crazy Scion [Combat Training]

OK. That took a lot longer this time, but new post. And I think it came out better than the last one, so I have forgiven the website for its failure. Also, feel free to make inputs during Scion's activities. He won't activate the rock music until the fight is going to begin. So you have all the room in the world to talk before that as well.

Skallagrim VS Crazy Scion [Combat Training]

The overwhelming relief Scion felt when he heard the bullet hit to the ground was almost enough to make him feel good about the eventual beating he was going to receive. It wasn't enough that Skalagrim was being slow about the process, but seemed to find it fitting to announce the man's foreseeable life span. His was going to be much shorter if things went as anticipated. The worst part was the seconds were dragging on forever thanks to his sped up perception. He was tempted to peek, to look up and see what was taking so long, but he didn't want to see it coming. It always hurt more if you watched. However, as Scion wallowed in his on self pity. He was surprised to hear Skalagrim compliment him, albeit a bit backhandedly, but it was there. It was at this time that he allowed curiosity to override fear and looked up in time to see Skalagrim tapping on his shield. He apparently intended to shield the park. For what purpose he hadn't a clue. Unless? He thought, He intends to actually fight. Scion didn't want to get his hopes up, but Skalagrim's next words sealed the deal. He asked Scion to take up his weapon and prove his words, and Scion was happy to oblige. He took a moment to inspect the electrical net that Skalagrim had called down and wondered about the sanity of using electricity in a water park. He chose to ignore that thought in favor of retrieving his discarded tonfa. He wanted to fight, but as he looked over his weapon he realized that he had grabbed in in a rush. The truth was that, on its own, the 'Force Tonfa' was more a weapon meant mostly for defence. If Skalagrim wanted to see Scion beat him, then he needed to bring out everything.

He twirls the tonfa in his grip a couple times, then smoothly slides it into his belt. He needed his hands free for the next part, but before he began he wanted to voice his intentions, "Skalagrim. You want me to show you what I can do," He starts, his voice a bit quiet and raspy from his earlier funk, "then I ask that you allow me the proper time to prepare. This was after all a surprise attack that you launched on my vacation of all things. So, I would like some time to gather my arsonal before we begin. If you find these terms acceptable, then please stand quietly while I collect."

Taking a few moments to gauge whether or not Skalagrim would move to stop him. Scion started his armament by reaching into the neck of his coat, and drawing a black staff from the hidden space underneath. The staff is of the same lightless material as the tonfa, and has two crystals, one on each end of the staff. He then takes the staff and carefully holds it up to the back of the coat where, with a click, it latches onto his back and is held by an unseen force. He then reaches into his sleeve and pulls out a small silver handle. The item appears to be a typical switch blade, but strong magic emanates from the hidden blade within. He clips the blade onto his belt opposite to the tonfa before taking an arms out of his coat sleeves and then unfolding the coat. Scion tries to stand in the way, but Skalagrim would see, that the inside of the coat has, what appears to be, a window into outer space magically sewn into the inlay. In the space he also may observe many object of varying origin floating in the seemingly infinite expanse. As Scion reaches through this window it ripples as if passing through water. He grasps onto a large black box that can be seen wedged between a bookcase, packed with varying literature, and a Kawasaki motorcycle. He gives one mighty pull and the box emerges from the coat, nearly knocking Scion over as gravity pulls it and him to the ground with a loud crash. Scion takes a moment to regain his balance, then, with no warning, smacks the top of the box. The box which was about a meter tall and a meter in length extended to three times its length in response, revealing a high tech sound board and a large speaker hidden inside. An array of audio inputs outputs and neon lights with shifting colors would also be noticed as the DJ station came to life and hovered several inches off the ground. Skalagrim may also take notice that the large speaker on the front was directed at him.

Satisfied with the fact that he had managed to arm himself with all his current weapons. Scion turns Skalagrim with a look of determination in his eyes. "Alright Skalagrim. I thank you for your patients, but I want to make something clear before we begin. You seem to want some kind of apology out of me for what I said about the Dreaming Queen. However, despite the fact I already apologized. I am sure you could tell that it was less than sincere. So here's the thing. If you beat me. I will legitimately apologize for insulting your Queen and swear to never speak her name in vain ever again. However, if I win, then."

"Then you will apologize to us." Dennis interrupts in a slightly menacing tone. This interruption caused Scion to pause, as it was the first time that Dennis had spoken since Skalagrim had arrived. He really didn't know why he chose to involve himself, but he decides to try to talk him down, "Dennis. You do know he's after me. Right? You don't have to. I mean why are you doing this?"

"Because Scion, I am as much a part of this as you are." Dennis continues angrily, "In fact, in what I believe is a very large oversight on Skal's side. I am the most involved, for I was the one that started the topic that lead to the Queen jokes. If you recall, but Skal here has shown little care in going after me for my part in this. Maybe they were somehow under the impression that I wasn't my own entity, but I am telling you now Dreamers that I am, and I am not happy." Scion couldn't think of what to say in response to that. He was already shocked to see Dennis so angry about, well actually angry about something at all. However, Dennis had made a good point. Why had Skalagrim ignored him? He thought in his confusion.

Dennis continues in a more level tone, "I don't know what made you think hurting Scion was the best way to go about avenging your Queen's honor Skal, but I want to make it abundantly clear that I see this invasion as a gross overuse of your power. Especially for a matter far too small for beings, such as yourself, to take notice of. I would like to think your race isn't so petty as to believe our words held any weight towards your reputation, but if this was merely an excuse for you to use to observe us. I may find myself even more agitated. Scion my brag about his abilities some times, and speak without thinking, but he never intentionally hurt someone who don't deserve it. If you knew anything about him or me for that matter, then you could have simply asked us to stop and we would have gladly done so. However, you have already chosen your course, and you will answer for your blunder by facing, not just Scion, but me aswell. Scion has always had my minimal involvement in his little bouts, but today you have my full attention. So, through the words of the internet. You gonna get wrecked son."

Scion just stared at his watch, unsure if he should cheer in joy or be freaking out about the fact Dennis was actually going to fight for real with him. He ultimately decided to get into a battle stance, as he determined that Dennis' words may not ring the best notes with his opponent. He quickly draws his tonfa into his left hand and the switchblade into his right as he positions himself with his right side facing towards Skalagrim. He then flicks of his right wrist and the hidden three inch blade extends from its sheath. Scion levels the blade at Skalagrim, and grips the tonfa tightly as he holds it in front of his chest. He wanted to give Skalagrim the opening move, so that he may learn something about the way he fights, but at the same time. He wanted to set the pace for the battle. He takes a quick glance at the 'Bass Cannon' hovering behind him, and a grin smoothly spreads across his face. In a mighty yell he declares, "Let start this madness!" In response to his call the Bass Cannon's lights shift to an ominous red, the the entire thing starts blasting Savatage's 'Hall Of The Mountain King. The music was so loud that the crowds outside the electric field could hear the angry rock music, echoing throughout the park.