POOHEAD189

Escaping the Blight: A Collaboration of POOHEAD189 & MiddleEarthRoze

Her comment on her own dream gave Rannon a grin that showed his teeth. Even if it was true, it was a funny coincidence of the dreaming cliche'. He appreciated her lightheartedness. He was a bit too dense to see her flushing, and her eyes on him. But he had to admit he noticed that she didn't seem intimidated or judgemental of him like some of the women he'd known in his life. Well, not that he'd known them.

He'd not had time for a woman for much of his life. First he had to actively protect his younger siblings, coupled with helping his parents with their shop. Next thing he knew he was a soldier, and the brothel life never suited him like it did for some of his mates. He always figured he'd get married after he gained Sergeant or Captain status. Then again, that was also in a world where his friends and army weren't slaughtered.

He seemed much more calm now, though quiet. He placed his hand over Gideon's back and smoothed his fingers over his hound's fur. He gave a small smile at that, but mostly just spooned the porridge down his throat. He ate like it was a chore that needed to be done. Old habits died hard, it seemed.

Feri's words broke his reverie, and he looked up at her. She had this uncanny ability to make him smile. Maybe it was because he thought her pretty, but honestly she had that understanding yet in-your-face way about her humor. Still, he shook his head past his fading grin. "It was just a dream." He told her. "I've been having bad ones since Ostagar. A part of me..." His voice trailed off. The soldier shook his head and breathed, taking a few moments before giving the rest of his thought. "Part of me thinks it's punishment for running away. I probably deserve it."

If there was one way Rannon was like a Dwarf, it was his stubborn stoicism, and a truly fatalistic view of the world. He'd wake up screaming every night, and take it like it was how he was to live now, gritting his teeth through it just as he had through the Darkspawn infested forest. The thought of the forest brought a small fire to his eyes. If he was being honest, he couldn't wait to get into combat again and spill Darkspawn blood. He placed a hand to his forehead, over his eyes. Tufts of his brown hair were between his fingers. "Maybe they'll subside. Maybe I just need to get to Redcliff and make sure Loghain pays, and then I'll feel better."

He didn't know. How could he? Justice would surely be something to accomplish with his borrowed time here, at least. "You make me feel better." He bluntly said aloud. Though even with him being unapologetically blunt, he made sure to keep his hand over his eyes for a few more moments, and then to not look at Feri for fear of embarrassment. "So does Gideon." He patted his Mabari once more. Gideon was busy slurping his porridge, but seemed to relax as Rannon stroked him.
@MiddleEarthRoze

The Elder Scrolls: Fruits of Contention - Chapter 1 (Completed)

Curious on what peeps are waiting on, atm.

To Claim a Starting World

Might take me a bit to get a character, but still interested in this!

After the Asteroid-Closed

Ben the Fighter

Ben looked at her, confused. Going on earlier? Why would he be jealous of Casey? Unless Aud is...oh fruit she'd bi? As he continued to ponder, Casey explained what she meant and he lifted his head in a fashion as if it dawned on him how she could mean it that way. So she's not bi...probably. Oh well, her business. He shrugged his shoulders. "That's probably it. I mean, I guess our bunker getting attacked after the world ending might have something to do with a short temper but..."

Her next question caught him off guard, and he blinked. He gave her an amused smile. Casey must be pretty kinky if she liked that. "I..uh..." he began, scratching the back of his neck. "If she was my girlfriend, maybe. Or if I liked her and I knew she liked me. But I aint going around kissing girls randomly." He chuckled. "You did right being mad. Gotta make sure he knows not to touch you unless you want him too. Plus..." He tapped his head and winked. "Playin' hard to get. too."
@Wick

The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion - Crimson Skies

Good game, this one is.

Into The Dark: Harbingers of Ruin

I've not seen it myself. I've been watching ME: Andromeda gameplay, and Samurai Jack stuffz.
Can't wait to see your completed character!

After the Asteroid-Closed

Ben the Fighter

Ben blinked, and gave a nod. He stuffed a bit more food in his mouth, then stood up and gave a big stretch. His back popped, and he let out a satisfied sigh before he grabbed his stuff. He winked to Jake, and then headed over to Casey. The wink was meant as a joke of course. Ben was always a perfect gentlemen. He might have unkempt hair and would never dress up if he didn't have to, but he was always polite.

He sat down right in front of Casey and heard her question. He opened his mouth, unsure how to answer. "Well I uh...I picked up his crush in my arms to get her to where we were going faster, because everyone seemed to have left her in the dust. Commander Cody included." He told her. Ben shrugged. "He didn't like me touching his girl, apparently. Even if she was ok with it and I'm just her friend. Why do you ask?"
@Wick

Mass Effect: Underworld

Just posted^^

@MrDidact Oh I hardly listen to reviews myself. I loved ME3 and thought it deserved none of that flak. But the few hours of gameplay I've seen of Andromeda looked underwhelming. Though like I said, I'm still getting it because I love Mass Effect in general. Just...I can't pay full price for a game that didn't give full effort.

Mass Effect: Underworld

A veritable avatar of War, Skarr was lost in the combat around him. Of course he was not in the bloodrage, but what he'd refer to as the 'Battle Focus.' Where every breath, every movement, every intuition and thought was used to kill and keep himself from meeting the same fate. Salissa had left his shoulders, mines were falling around him, and his armored form was already covered in debris from the initial explosion to the main breach. But he paid no attention to it. The Krogan held the line, and drew the attention of any husk that dared face him.

He sidestepped a Husk, using the momentum of the step to enhance a quick backhanded jab with his massive fist. It punched into the husk like a shotgun shell, sending it broken and onto the floor. He'd already slammed into three more before it hit the ground. A well timed head bash, followed by a knee and an overheaded two fist strike that crumpled a Marauder. His fist shot out to grab a Husk by the waist, and he crushed it with a growl. Bullets ricocheted and pierced his armor, and claws scraped across it as well. But he'd been hurt worse.
He'd always had worse.

With a roar, he tore through two more Husks to reveal himself standing before what at first appeared to be a boulder. It was the smallest animation from the object that sent recognition and warning signals through Skarr's mind. Brute.

He backpedaled immediately, unholstering his Claymore Shotgun. Carnage enveloped him, and he unloaded a powerful shell into the thing's abdomen. It ripped a chunk of its armor off, and the Brute let out a terrifying cry. Skarr unloaded his clip of shells into the Brute as it reared up, and began to charge. He was punching into it with his shells, but despite the damage, it wasn't going down.

Skarr rolled to the side just in time, though his lower half was clipped by the monstrous charge. It sent him skidding in an unfamiliar spin onto the ground, hard. He gave an animalistic growl as he pushed to his feet as soon as he could. The Brute spun, to receive a fragmentation grenade at its own feet. Three beeps and an explosion filled it with shrapnel. It roared in frustration, and Skarr charged the beast with his Biotic Hammer, weapon raised.

There was a terrifying shattering noise as the Brute attempted to shield its head with its damaged arm. The Hammer tore through it, and the second blow caved in the Brute's Turian-like head. Skarr continued to bash into it until he knew it was no more. For what it was worth, he was glad he had joined this group. He had thought Brutes would no longer appear in the galaxy. The thrill of fighting one...

He placed a bruised and bloody hand to his forehead, calming himself down with a few labored breaths. The temporary lull in the combat helped draw his attention to the latest explosion to his left. He turned his massive head, and past the smoke and debris he saw a crawling, half-alive husk pull its way inside.

"Hmmmr?"

Skarr made his way over to the collapsed mine, seeing the fair sized and shallow hole in it. The muttering from within sounded familiar from the original briefing the companions had earlier. He peeked in, to reveal the Drell whose name he never caught kicking the Husk until its neck snapped. Placing the head of his hammer onto the small wall, he yanked and it collapsed. He reached in with an arm to offer a hand. "I don't think I've ever kicked a Husk to death." He said. "Not bad."

Mass Effect: Underworld

@POOHEAD189

I always assumed tomorrow would be the day 90% of the people suddenly vanished from this thread for a couple of days xD

@Rithy

I would, if not for the game reviews and gameplay I've seen...

It doesn't look terrible, but I'm not spending full game price on it. I'll wait until it's on sale, which should be about a week. The only thing it actually has in common with the Mass Effect we all love is the name "Mass Effect" lol. (And dat music)