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THE WAR FOR MYTHERIA - Isekai Adventure

@ZoolFake news. I won unanymously. The election was rigged.

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Zell's brow furrowed at the first response to the battle plan. He froze in confusion as he looked on the orange-stained clouds, then turned his head in Adam's direction, about to explain that this was just a formation for battle - not something they were expected to stay in at all times. Fortunately Fenna cut him off.

"That is a good strategy," she said to him. "When it's time for battle we should try to get into this formation. During travel, someone who can navigate the land should go first. I'm fairly good at recognising animal tracks and the likes, so there may be times I will go ahead of the group."

"Yeah, good idea," Zell said back to her, a note of confusion lingering in his voice. At least someone's listening properly. One thing about Fenna that was interesting to Zell was that; although the swordsman rarely heard her talk, when she did talk it had an important weight to it. She was sharp, alright. Content to stay in the background, it seemed, but always aware - no wasted words. Maybe she was just apprehensive, everyone being strangers n all, but she certainly wasn't no fool.

He looked over his shoulder and nodded to MacKensie when she subscribed to the plan, then shot a teethy snarl at Joji for the big guy's contribution. "Oorah, Meathead Unit, let's go," he growled, giving his fellow swordsman next to him a soft shoulder-bump.

He grabbed a portion of fish and put it on his plate, "Ppreciate it, Plant man," and when he sat back down, dumped a few rations on the plate as a nice side dish.

As he ate, distantly listening to MacKensie and Joji talking fishing, he enjoyed the slow-changing sky which was starting to wash out shades of red and purple. He realised that his whole life he'd never actually appreciated a sunset before. To him, it was just something to colour the City of London - maybe set the mood with a girl he was trying to sleep with. Something to accent his tiredness after a long day of football training, or a signal to jump in that shower and have a shave because it was going to be a wild night on the town. But a beautiful sunset wasn't just an accessory - it was a phenomenon amazing all on it's own. There was just always so much going on and so much to do, that he'd never took a moment to notice it.

Sweet.

"We should probably take turns keeping watch during the night," and there she was again; Fenna coming in hot with the wisdom. "Maybe in pairs? It's a strange land after all, and who knows, maybe some others will be interested in that cube we have."

After MacKensie and James offered themselves on shifts, Zell briefly raised his fork in the air. "I'll take the first watch. I doubt I'd sleep right away, anyway. Hey Clive, wanna jump on the first shift with me?"

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@Zapdos officehug.gif

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@ZoolLol that was just a bit of banter between writing buddies. People throw funny jabs at Zell all the time. I enjoy it, it's hilarious.

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James: Turns around for a second to sort out the bedrolls.

Adam: Grieves for family. Catches some fish. Brings them back. Cooks the fish. Serves the fish. Knocking on Lillianna's cottage like, "Milady."

Lol @Zapdos mate can you chill just a little. The pace is already fast enough. Dark Cloud already said he can't keep up. I'm not tryna be here everyday to keep up, and I'm one of the more active players.

Adam has 4 posts of the last 13 player posts. That's like 30% of the RP. A NINE PLAYER RP lmao

Love ya bro but damn.

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Had to throw together a pic for that last IC post. It seemed kinda confusing without one.

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Zell sighed as he watched the orange, lightly clouded sky. The crackling logs, the clean air tinged with cooking fish and tobacco smoke. The warm, gentle breeze. A group of men and women, strangers sure, but bonded with mystery and a near-death heroic experience. It was actually kinda nice.

Behind this layer of face-value satisfaction was thoughts about a future battle. Whether or not they'd be so lucky next time. What they'd be facing off against. And also what it meant to be an adventurer. What Peter and Paul had told him about people who bore the Gift of the Source Crystal. It was all a lot to take in, but Zell had used the hours spent travelling to sort and process the information.

And then, under all of that, deep in his mind. What was his sister doing right now? His father's joke that, 'That boy will never come back from university,' as his parents recieved news that he'd failed another year. How right you were, Dad. His mother crying at his funeral. Everyone - he'd never get to see them again, or even hear how they were doing.

Keep it buried. Deal with it another time, maybe. Occupy yourself with The Now.

When Fenna and MacKensie were back in camp, Zell decided to speak up about this Formation business. It was getting dark and who knew if they'd get attacked in the night. Best to put everyone on the same page now, and not regret giving his team mates crucial information when he had the chance. But how to do it? Well, in a group full of strangers with no leader, a polite and considerate person might tip-toe and appease, ask and assure. Zell however... he'd do this the only way he knew how.

"Alright guys, listen up," he said loudly enough for everyone to hear. "I've got something important to show you. Might be the difference between life and death as an adventurer, so gather round."

He started drawing in the dirt, a series of shapes as he explained. "Teams like ours - or Adventurer Parties, as they're referred to in this world - use party formations to keep themselves safe in difficult battles, and to get the best out of each member of the group. Until we learn more about our own abilities and how best to fight as one, this is the formation we will be using."

"Joji, Clive, Arthur, myself..." he looked at the men in question. "The weapon-handlers. Melee class. The frontline. The muscle. The meatheads," the last bit he added a grin, then pointed at the half-circle. "We position oursleves around this arc. Our job is to protect the magic-users and the rangers. To give them space cast and fire. Arthur and Clive at the front. Joji and I on either flank. We keep ourselves in between the enemy and the rest of the group, and they have our backs."

He pointed at the triangle. "Lillianna, Adam, James. You guys need to be here." Then he pointed at the X's. "Fenna, MacKensie, you position yourselves on either side of our wizards. As Rangers, you can shoot too, but your speed and melee weapons mean you can take a bit of contact, defend yourselves and the magic users should any enemies get through our formation."

"Our most important piece of this formation is our Cleric: James," he grinned at James, knowing this might make him uncomfortable. "James is the only one who can use healing magic, which makes him key to all of us surviving battles. And perhaps more importantly; he's proven himself a capable leader in battle. He has a voice loud and strong enough that even hardened soldiers will listen to. And he has the level-headedness and wits and make good tactical decisions in middle of a chaotic battle." Zell pointed at the traingle again. "Here James can see everyone and everything, we can all hear him and he can make adjustments to our focus or our direction mid-battle."

Zell made sure he met the eyes of each of his teammates as he talked. There was no uncertainty in his voice as he spoke, and he didn't rush his words, nor lag.

"It's kinda like football. When the other team has possession, the front line has to press as a unit, to protect the midfield, where lie the technical players, the smart ones who make the magic happen - no pun intended. And then you have the Wingers - the Rangers - using the space of the flanks to maximise their speed and agility, and make critical incisive moves into enemy territory, turning defense into attack in the blink of an eye."

Anyway...

"That's the formation. It should carry us through a tough battle until we can learn more. These aren't strict positions - you don't have to stand in that one spot. Battles are fluid and dynamic. It's just a rough idea of where we should be to protect eachother, with the formation pointing towards wherever the enemy has the most numbers. Memorize your position. Memorize everyone elses. Teamwork makes the dreamwork," he finished. "Alright, enough."

And he was done. If there were any questions, he would answer them, or reiterate any points again to make them clear. But he didn't make an effort to check if anyone had questions, nor did he look like he cared. If no one said anything, he would go back to his admiration of the sunset sky and wait for dinner to be done.

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Okay so, this afternoon I was assailed by an idea that refused to leave my brain until I got it on "paper", so here it is if any of you wanna take a look. And if any of you are fans of the Fate franchise then this must look vaguely familiar.

Archer

Servant Name: The Swift Arrow of Lyon
Class: Archer
True Name: MacKensie Trydant

Stats:

• Strength: C
• Endurance: C
• Agility: A+
• Mana: E
• Luck: D
• Noble Phantasm: B

Class Skills:

• Independent Action: A
• Magic Resistance: C
• Mind's Eye (True): B

Personal Skills:

• Athletics: A - Archer's extensive training in athletics has been carried over to her time as a Servant, granting her enhanced physical abilities such as strength, speed, and agility.
• Archery: B - Archer's expertise in archery has been honed even further in her new form as a Servant, allowing her to shoot arrows with deadly accuracy and precision.
• Acrobatics: B - Archer's training in ballet and acrobatics has made her incredibly nimble and flexible, allowing her to perform incredible feats of acrobatics and maneuverability.

Noble Phantasm:

• Grappling Claw of the Sylphs (Fae-Touched Hook of the Sylvan Winds): C - A magical gauntlet capable of launching grappling hooks and retracting them, allowing Archer to move quickly and efficiently through any terrain. When activated, the gauntlet summons a group of sylphs to aid Mackensie in her movements, giving her an even greater boost in speed and agility.
• Arrows of Trydant (Requiem of Piercing Precision): B - This Noble Phantasm allows Archer to summon a seemingly endless supply of magical arrows that are imbued with the power of wind and can be fired at incredible speeds. The arrows are guided by Archer's will and can change direction mid-flight to hit their target with pinpoint accuracy. The true power of the Arrows of Trydant lies in their ability to create powerful gusts of wind upon impact. These gusts can knock enemies off their feet, destroy obstacles, and even disperse magical barriers. In addition, the arrows can be charged with magical energy to increase their destructive power.

@Zool

Strategist

Servant Name: The Divine Arbiter
Class: Strategist
True Name: James Sirius

Stats:

• Strength: E
• Endurance: D
• Agility: E
• Mana: A
• Luck: B
• Noble Phantasm: A

Class Skills:

• Advice of the Strategist: C
• Eye of the Mind (True): D
• Tactics: A

Personal Skills:

• Divine Protection (Various Gods): B - Due to a long time of close collaboration between the affairs of mortals and divines Strategist has accumulated a multitude of smaller blessings for the same gods he has worked for.
• Compassionate Heart: C - Despite his acrid and irritated personality, Strategist is compassionate under all the fire and brimstone. He has a natural desire to help those in need, often putting himself in danger to aid others.
• Blessing of the Faithful: C - Strategist has a natural affinity for holy magic and is able to bestow blessings upon those he deems worthy. This allows him to heal wounds, cure ailments, and provide other benefits to those around him.

Noble Phantasm:

• Pandemonium of Deific Favor (Vessel for the Will of the Pantheon): A - Strategist's Noble Phantasm allows him to become a vessel for the will of the Pantheon, allowing him to tap into the collective power of various gods to grant him immense magical abilities. By using his holy symbol tied to his right hand, he can call forth the powers of different gods to aid him in battle or to protect those around him. However, these blessings came with different demerits if they are used in ways that defy the will of the deity that grants them.

@Teyao

Brawler

Servant Name: The Lone Star Laborer, The Texan Titan
Class: Brawler
True Name: Clive Alexander Michel

Stats:

• Strength: A
• Endurance: A
• Agility: B
• Mana: E
• Luck: C
• Noble Phantasm: C

Class Skills:

• Independent Action: D
• Magic Resistance: A
• Physical Boost: B

Personal Skills:

• Stubborn as an Ass: A - Brawler's obstinacy is remarkable and grants him resistance to mental interference.
• Tough as Nails: A - Brawler's years of hard labor and endurance have made his body extremely resistant to any kind of physical damage.
• Commoner's Ingenuity: C - Brawler is skilled in utilizing whatever is at hand as a weapon or tool, be it a shovel or a pickaxe.

Noble Phantasm:

• Texas Takedown (The Mighty Punch of the Lone Star): C - Brawler delivers a powerful punch that inflicts tremendous damage upon his opponent. The strength of the punch is enhanced by his determination, making it capable of breaking through most defenses. However, the attack leaves Brawler open to counterattacks, making it a risky move to use.
• Wrangler's Warding (Protective Armlets of the Wild West): C - Brawler's enchanted armlets are imbued with the power of the Wild West, granting him enhanced physical protection and strength. When activated, the armlets emit a powerful aura that allows Brawler to shrug off attacks and deal devastating blows to his enemies.

Hidden Noble Phantasm

• Lone Star's Last Stand (The Indomitable Spirit of the Greatest Man): EX - This Noble Phantasm represents Brawler's unbreakable willpower and determination in the face of any challenge. It grants him unparalleled resistance to mental interference and allows him to push beyond his physical limits in moments of extreme peril. When activated, Brawler gains a temporary boost to all his stats, and any negative status effects or mental manipulations are immediately dispelled. Additionally, he gains the ability to temporarily ignore any restrictions or limitations placed upon him, such as the limits of his physical body or the constraints of his environment. However, the activation of this Noble Phantasm places a great strain on Brawler's body and mind, leaving him exhausted and vulnerable afterward.

@Dark Cloud

Saber

Servant Name: The Sword of the Vanishing Light
Class: Saber
True Name: Marsel 'Zell' Brooks

Stats:

• Strength: B
• Endurance: C
• Agility: B
• Mana: D
• Luck: C
• Noble Phantasm: B

Class Skills:

• Magic Resistance: D
• Riding: C

Personal Skills:

• Teleportation: B - Saber has the power to teleport short distances, roughly 6 feet in distance. Through repeated combat and experimentation Saber has managed to make his once-fledging teleportation ability become second nature.
• Swordsmanship: A+ - Saber possesses a keen understanding of swordplay, allowing him to wield his longsword with great skill and precision. His ability in swordsmanship is enhanced by his natural athleticism, making him a formidable fighter in close combat.
• Charisma: C - Brimming with confidence and daring, Saber can command a certain degree of respect and admiration from those around him. He is able to persuade and influence others to his will, making him an effective leader and negotiator.

Noble Phantasm:

• Teleportation Barrage (In the Blink of an Eye): B - Saber rapidly teleports around his enemy, striking them with a flurry of sword strikes from every direction before delivering a final devastating blow
• Blitz Step (Lightning Strike): D - Saber channels his athletic gifts and agility to execute a lightning-fast charge toward his target, closing the distance before the opponent can react. His sword becomes infused with lightning, and he unleashes a devastating strike that deals a moderate amount of damage. This attack can be repeated several times in quick succession, allowing Saber to dart around the battlefield and strike at his foes from unexpected angles. Additionally, the lightning infused in his sword has a chance to stun his opponent, making it harder for them to defend themselves or retaliate.

@Saiyan

Berserker

Servant Name: The Leviathan's Fury
Class: Berserker
True Name: Arthur Baker

Stats:

• Strength: A
• Endurance: B
• Agility: C
• Mana: E
• Luck: D
• Noble Phantasm: B

Class Skills:

• Mad Enhancement: B

Personal Skills:

• Oceanic Preservation: A - Berserker has a deep connection to the ocean and its creatures, and possesses an innate ability to understand and respect its delicate balance. This skill allows him to communicate with sea creatures and understand their needs, as well as to sense changes in the ocean's environment and predict weather patterns.
• Pact Tattoos: B - Berserker has been granted a series of tattoos by his patron that are imbued with powerful magic. These tattoos give him several powerful abilities related to the sea and its creatures.
• Berserker Soul: B - As a Berserker-class Servant, Berserker possesses this skill, which allows him to fight even when his body is injured or exhausted. This skill grants him a boost to his physical abilities, endurance, and pain tolerance, allowing him to fight at full strength even when severely injured.

Noble Phantasm:

• The Call of the Sea (Undaya's Wrath): C - Berserker channels the power of his patron, Undaya, ruler of the sea, and guide to sailors. He can summon a massive wave that crashes down upon his enemies, causing massive damage and stunning them. The damage dealt by this Noble Phantasm increases if used in close proximity to a body of water, such as a river or the ocean.
• Anchor of the Deep (Rusting Fury): B+ - The Anchor of the Deep is a massive anchor and chain covered in ancient, runic symbols that suggest it has been imbued with powerful magic. When Berserker swings the anchor, it unleashes a powerful force that creates a flash freeze in a small area around the impact point, freezing anything caught within it. The flash freeze lasts for only a few seconds, but it can be enough to immobilize and disable even the toughest opponents. Additionally, when Berserker is critically wounded and in danger of being defeated, the Anchor of the Deep can activate a special ability called Rusting Fury. When this ability is activated, the anchor glows with a deep purple light and appears to rust over, as if it is being consumed by a powerful corrosion. This effect protects Berserker from the fatal blow and restores his health, allowing him to keep fighting. The rusted appearance disappears once the ability is recharged, ready to be used again in a future battle.

@Goblinguy

Lancer

Servant Name: The Skybound Ranger
Class: Lancer
True Name: Fenna Postma

Stats:

• Strength: C
• Endurance: B
• Agility: A
• Mana: D
• Luck: B
• Noble Phantasm: B

Class Skills:

• Magic Resistance: D
• Riding: B

Personal Skills:

• Pole Vaulting Mastery: A - Lancer's expertise in pole vaulting is legendary, and she is able to use her enchanted spear to pole vault over great distances with incredible precision and speed.
• Nature Affinity: B - Lancer has a natural affinity with nature, which grants her enhanced senses and instincts when in natural environments. She is also able to sense the presence of wildlife and other beings that are connected to nature.
• Survival Instinct: B - Lancer is skilled at surviving in the wilderness, able to find food and water, make shelter, and navigate through difficult terrain making her able to survive in inhospitable environments.

Noble Phantasm:

• Water's Edge Leap (Spear of the Frisians): B - This Noble Phantasm represents Lancer's mastery of pole vaulting and her connection to her homeland, Fryslân. Lancer charges her spear with magical energy and leaps into the air, using her enchanted pole vaulting spear to propel her toward her enemy. As she approaches her target, she twists her body and delivers a devastating strike with her spear that can pierce through even the toughest defenses.
• The Feathered Tempest (Windrider's Cry): B - Lancer's deep connection with birds of prey has allowed her to summon a powerful hawk spirit to aid her in battle. When activated, Windrider's Cry calls forth a giant hawk that circles the battlefield, scanning for any enemies. The hawk then swoops down upon the target, dealing heavy damage and stunning them. Additionally, the hawk's sharp vision allows Fenna to perceive even the most subtle movements and weaknesses of her opponents, giving her an advantage in combat. The hawk spirit remains active for a short period of time before disappearing. This Noble Phantasm can be used multiple times during a battle, but its power decreases with each subsequent use.

@Calle

Ruler

Servant Name: The Verdant Guardian
Class: Ruler
True Name: Adam Phillips

Stats:

• Strength: D
• Endurance: C
• Agility: C
• Mana: B
• Luck: D
• Noble Phantasm: A+

Class Skills:

• Magic Resistance: A
• True Name Discernment: A

Personal Skills:

• Nature's Guardian: B - As a Druid, Ruler has an instinctual connection with nature and its inhabitants, allowing him to sense any disturbance or threat to the environment. This skill grants him increased intuition and the ability to perceive invisible or hidden dangers.
• Plant Manipulation: A - Ruler has the ability to manipulate and control plants, allowing him to use them as weapons, create barriers, or heal himself and others.
• Earth's Blessing: C - Ruler's connection to nature allows him to tap into its power, granting him increased strength, speed, and agility while on natural terrains such as forests or mountains.

Noble Phantasm:

• The Verdant Guardian (Nature's Wrath): A+ Ruler unleashes the full fury of nature itself, calling down a massive storm of wind, rain, and lightning to wreak havoc on his enemies. Trees are uprooted, boulders are tossed about, and lightning strikes down from the sky. This Noble Phantasm is incredibly destructive and can cause immense damage to both friend and foe alike, but it is also difficult to control and can cause collateral damage.

@Zapdos

Assassin

Servant Name: The Oni Hitman of Sendai
Class: Assassin
True Name: Joji Yamazaki

Stats:

• Strength: B
• Endurance: B
• Agility: A
• Mana: D
• Luck: C
• Noble Phantasm: B

Class Skills:

• Presence Concealment: D

Personal Skills:

• Shukuchi: A - A skill that allows Assassin to move at incredible speeds and cover large distances in an instant, allowing him to appear and disappear seemingly at will.
• Mind's Eye (True): B - A heightened sense of intuition, allowing Assassin to see through deception and anticipate enemy attacks.
• Honor: A - Assassin has a strong sense of honor and refuses to kill innocent people or engage in dishonorable actions, even if it means putting himself in danger.

Noble Phantasm:

• The Oni's Wrath (Mōretsu Na Kama Itachi): C - A Noble Phantasm that represents Assassin's connection to the Oni and his fighting style. When activated, it summons the spirits of the Oni, imbuing Assassin's weapon (katana) with its strength and ferocity. This Noble Phantasm also grants Assassin the ability to move at incredible speeds, appearing to his enemies as if he were teleporting. As he moves, he leaves afterimages of himself, confusing his opponents and making it difficult for them to track his movements.
• Unleashed Fury (The Unyielding Will of the Hitman): B+ - A Noble Phantasm that represents Assassin's unbreakable willpower and determination as a hitman. When activated, it enhances Assassin's physical and mental capabilities, allowing him to fight on even after sustaining severe injuries. It also grants him immunity to mental interference and emotional manipulation.

@Eviledd1984

Caster

Servant Name: The Genius of Learning
Class: Caster
True Name: Lillianna Steiner

Stats:

• Strength: E
• Endurance: E
• Agility: D
• Mana: A
• Luck: C
• Noble Phantasm: A

Class Skills:

• Item Construction: D
• Territory Creation: C

Personal Skills:

• Genius Intellect: A - Caster's natural intelligence is so great that she is considered a genius in many fields. Her mind is capable of processing information at an incredible speed, and she has a photographic memory that allows her to remember anything she has seen or heard in great detail.
• Hedonistic Tendencies: B - Caster has a love for pleasurable things in life, whether it be a relaxing hot bath or a spicy meal. This trait allows her to stay calm and focused in stressful situations, as she is able to find small pleasures to enjoy.
• Self-Deprecation: C - Caster has a tendency to underestimate her own abilities and accomplishments, often thinking that she is not good enough. This can sometimes lead her to be overly critical of herself.

Noble Phantasm:

• Phantasmagoria of the Mind's Eye (Overwhelming Recall of the Genius Mind): A - Caster's photographic memory and intellectual prowess are condensed into this Noble Phantasm, allowing her to recall with incredible precision and detail any information, event, or experience she has ever encountered. This ability extends beyond just factual knowledge, as Caster can also remember emotions, sensations, and even smells associated with those memories. By activating this Noble Phantasm, Caster can draw upon this vast repository of memories to gain insights into her opponents and their abilities, effectively predicting their actions before they even make them. In addition, she can also use this ability to enhance her own physical and magical abilities, as she is able to recall and replicate the techniques and spells of powerful magi and warriors that she has studied or observed. However, using this Noble Phantasm puts a great strain on Caster's mind and body, and prolonged use may result in temporary or even permanent damage.

@Crusader Lord

My Notes

So for starters, I didn't make most of this, rather I used an AI to take a look at your basic character sheets to make custom Servant sheets, then I had to look through several iterations of results to see what fit better or to elaborate or change results so they adjusted better. So any skill or NP that your character has is a result of what the AI thinks is a natural fit for your character (barring a few exceptions and through a lot of iterations of sheets).

Having said that, HOLY HELL did James, Adam, and Lillianna get lucky (especially Lillianna), so one of the rules I had was that if the character sheet was generated without an A rank NP or higher they would get a second NP, but they all got Bullshit abilities anyway so fuck me I guess, having said that it was purely for my satisfaction that I refused to just give the Caster class to the three of them and instead I assigned them unconventional classes (the only other one being Clive) with Lillianna getting the original class as it fit her best and Adam getting Ruler through pure Bullshit NP.

Clive's "Secret NP" was directly generated by me (as the prompt was to give this character a passive EX rank NP) because of the meme and because perception is a key feature of the Fate system.

My favorite NP names were those of James, Lillianna, Joji first NP, and MacKenzie second NP (that was just such a good name).

Funnily enough only Clive and Lillianna got three unique Personal Skills with Lillianna being the only one in the entire party to get a demerit as a Skill. Meanwhile, MacKenzie was the only one that got an A+ on a Stat, Zell on a Skill, and Adam on his NP.

Finally, Titles for the character were something that I struggled with somewhat with the exception of Adam and Lillianna who got one assigned automatically, Subtitles for the NP are something that always brings pleasure to my sense of aesthetics every time they have included so every NP got one with some being better than others but al fitting at least a little.

PS, for some reason the AI was really insistent on turning Fenna into an Archer and calling Clive the Lone Star

@Teyao

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Teleportation Barrage (In the Blink of an Eye): B - Saber rapidly teleports around his enemy, striking them with a flurry of sword strikes from every direction before delivering a final devastating blow

AI stealing my literal future plans for action posts and flaunting them off as it's own ideas. Get fucked AI

Microfiction & Poetry contest #10 - voting and feedback

I got Guiding Lights also. Inspired a pretty cool visual. Also the structure, the writer's flowery style and the subject matter all seemed to blend seamlessly. Quality stuff.

So that's my vote. As for the others:

10 steps was a lot of fun. Good use of the number 10, quite visual too once you realise the ride you're on. A bit of rhyming too to add to that tresure map/riddle feel. Twist at the end lol Good stuff.

What lead me here is warm and fuzzy. Feels real. Feels honest, which stands it apart from the others. I also like the mention of family which gives more of an idea of how the whole thing is supposed to be taken. Some nice flowing words near the end (ensued, pursued, my mind - anew) This one almost won my vote, but Guiding Lights barely edged it out. Great effort.

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Zell couldn't help but notice James' weird reaction to his words. The cleric looked pretty disinterested in the accounts of the guards, but then seemed to get legit uncomfortable when Zell offered his own guy-broey version of a thanks for having his back. Hell, he didn't even shake his hand. The swordsman wasn't offended, just a little surprised. People's personalities came in all shapes and sizes, after all. And well... at least he now knew just how to mess with his new friend for shits'n'giggles.

"Ha, gentlemen huh?" he chuckled. MacKensie seemed the type to take herself very seriously - nothing wrong with that, of course - an elegant and 'proper' sort. Princess-y vibes. It was cool that such a posh girl could have a bit of fun. "She's alright, that girl," he said, an almost-wistful sigh in his tone. His eyes widened "?" now it was himself he was surprised at. He looked and saw James had walked off and probably not even heard him. Good. Jesus, Zell, you have one fight to the death alongside a cutey-pie...

"No axe, sorry big guy," he said to Joji.

Zell sat down on the end of the log, dropped his rucksack in front of himself and unstrapped the longsword from his back. He wouldn't be going out to find food either, preferring the option to dine on the rations and provisions Hommas had provided them. Chasing around squirrels with his sword sounded like it would cost him twice as many calories as he'd get from eating the damn things. When Adam arrived with fresh fish, Zell cheered and pumped his fist to support Clive's praises. "Let's go, Adam, with the save."

He'd brought a plate and fork for the cold food he was packing, but it seemed like he'd need it for a nice fish dinner now - maybe even a stew if someone had bothered to pack any of the small pots n pans that were left on offer. It was actually weird how much could be packed into these rucksacks they'd been given. Zell found he could barely feel the weight of the goods he'd helped himself too. He wanted to travel light, but now found himself wishing he'd taken more.

"Hey Arthur, Lillianna, does fish sound like a treat or what?" he asked cheerfully.