Into the Ruins - Exalted 3e IC

[Sherwood]

Del looks over at Silent Glade and says, “Why kick them out? We can recruit them to serve as the core of the army we’ll need. Besides, it will take more than a handful of different Exalted to operate the Titan. We will need a crew. Why not use them to serve as that crew? The Titan has training machines to be able to teach them how to operate the systems of the fortress. Besides, these people are descendants of a fierce and well trained legion. Give them a chance to show what they are made of.”

 

[Chowlett]

"And if they don't want to? Or even oppose our taking command"

 

[jaydude]

"And if they don't want to? Or even oppose our taking command"

"I am hopeful that between Aredin and myself, we can sway them to our cause," Grey Stone chimed in. "It is in both of our natures to be extraordinarily persuasive, after all."

(Mention of Rykon 's character.)

Spoiler: Grey Stone Stats

Essence: 2
Personal Essence: 11/16
Peripheral Essence: 40/40
Anima: Dim
Committed Essence: 5 (Faith's Pillar)

Willpower: 7/7
Join Battle: 5
Health Levels: -0, -1, -1, -1, -1, -1, -1, -1, -1,-1, -1, -1, -1, -1, -3, Incapacitated
Resolve 3, Guile 1

Attacks
Faith's Pillar (10 dice Withering, 8 dice Decisive, Withering Damage 18, Overwhelming 5, Bashing, Melee, Reaching, Smashing, Two-Handed)
Unarmed (13 dice Withering, 8 dice Decisive, Withering Damage 15, Overwhelming 1, Bashing, Brawl, Grappling, Natural)

Actions
Rush: 6
Disengage: 6

Evasion 4, Parry 4
Soak/Hardness: 4/0

 

[Psychie]

Filial looks at the group and says, "And even if they don't, we would be fools to turn away from such a resource as this, if Del's stories are accurate. You can bet that the Empress won't hesitate to use the fortress against us if she ever discovers it, no matter how many people are on this flying mountain. And she has the manpower to fully equip this place without a problem. I say we get it before she does."

 

[Purr]

O Mighty Fat Cat seems content to listen and learn to all of the conversation that is going on. He pays close attention especially to his own Circle; he has long admired the collected knowledge of his Circle past and present, and even now Da Chonk cannot help but miss the presence of Amara and Mercy who would no doubt have their own helpful perspectives here.

Sitting nearby, eyes and ears on the conversation, O Mighty Fat Cat does as he does in his homeland jungle - he keeps his attenion on the conversation while also watching and listening for anything unusual that might approach unannounced. After all, Creation was a dangerous place more often than not, and to let one's guard down was to invite that danger.

 

[Chowlett]

Glade nods to Filial Wisdom. "True. I am not against the idea; a weapon of that magnitude will surely be needed against the Empress. I would just prefer to do so with the co-operation of the people there."

"I can also call on my tribe. They are not essence-wielders, but I sense every spear will be valuable."

 

[Rykon]

Aredin nods to Glade and Gray Stone. "Alright. Looks like this mountain will be our first step in securing a foothold. Since our time only grows shorter, I'd like us to advance in two teams once we make our landing. Out to scout the fortress itself, another to scout out the disposition of the people. For this, I'd like Glade to lead the expedition to secure entrance into the fortress. Gray Stone and I will lead the way on making nice with the locals."

The eclipse pauses, looking over a small map of the mountain as they knew it while he considers the best use of the circle's time and talents. Based on his estimations of the obstacles in front of them, the socializing party might be subject to a hostile reception. In that instance, he felt confident in his and Gray Stone's ability to out-maneuver a mob without incurring unnecessary damage. The same went for the scouting party. Whatever fortress security was in place proved sufficient to hold the settlers and even their dragon-blooded citizens at bay until the present era.

As Aredin's gaze sweeps over the circle only two stood out as equally valuable to either group. Da Chonk and Delilah. Both had affable personalities while also carrying valuable infiltration skills. Between the two though, it could be argued Da Chonk's shapeshifting could make a bigger impact on the scouting side over Delilah's discipline and knowledge about the area. Odeal, like Filial, was more of a specialist with military endeavors like this.

"If there's no objection... Odeal, Filial, and Da Chonk I'd like you to support Glade in his scouting efforts. Just in case he encounters troublesome obstacles in locating the entrance. Delilah, assuming Odeal is as knowledgeable as you are on this fortress, would you mind joining our efforts to build rapport with the people? I think with these groups we can make the safest progress without too many of us remaining idle. Besides..." Aredin trails off, his voice taking a grim tone. "If such measures were taken to set this whole Empress plan in motion, we have no idea who else may have the same general idea as us."

 

[jaydude]

Aredin nods to Glade and Gray Stone. "Alright. Looks like this mountain will be our first step in securing a foothold. Since our time only grows shorter, I'd like us to advance in two teams once we make our landing. Out to scout the fortress itself, another to scout out the disposition of the people. For this, I'd like Glade to lead the expedition to secure entrance into the fortress. Gray Stone and I will lead the way on making nice with the locals."

The eclipse pauses, looking over a small map of the mountain as they knew it while he considers the best use of the circle's time and talents. Based on his estimations of the obstacles in front of them, the socializing party might be subject to a hostile reception. In that instance, he felt confident in his and Gray Stone's ability to out-maneuver a mob without incurring unnecessary damage. The same went for the scouting party. Whatever fortress security was in place proved sufficient to hold the settlers and even their dragon-blooded citizens at bay until the present era.

As Aredin's gaze sweeps over the circle only two stood out as equally valuable to either group. Da Chonk and Delilah. Both had affable personalities while also carrying valuable infiltration skills. Between the two though, it could be argued Da Chonk's shapeshifting could make a bigger impact on the scouting side over Delilah's discipline and knowledge about the area. Odeal, like Filial, was more of a specialist with military endeavors like this.

"If there's no objection... Odeal, Filial, and Da Chonk I'd like you to support Glade in his scouting efforts. Just in case he encounters troublesome obstacles in locating the entrance. Delilah, assuming Odeal is as knowledgeable as you are on this fortress, would you mind joining our efforts to build rapport with the people? I think with these groups we can make the safest progress without too many of us remaining idle. Besides..." Aredin trails off, his voice taking a grim tone. "If such measures were taken to set this whole Empress plan in motion, we have no idea who else may have the same general idea as us."

Grey Stone gave a nod of his head. "Yes. This works out well for me. And I am ready to leave as soon as necessary."

Spoiler: Grey Stone Stats

Essence: 2
Personal Essence: 11/16
Peripheral Essence: 40/40
Anima: Dim
Committed Essence: 5 (Faith's Pillar)

Willpower: 7/7
Join Battle: 5
Health Levels: -0, -1, -1, -1, -1, -1, -1, -1, -1,-1, -1, -1, -1, -1, -3, Incapacitated
Resolve 3, Guile 1

Attacks
Faith's Pillar (10 dice Withering, 8 dice Decisive, Withering Damage 18, Overwhelming 5, Bashing, Melee, Reaching, Smashing, Two-Handed)
Unarmed (13 dice Withering, 8 dice Decisive, Withering Damage 15, Overwhelming 1, Bashing, Brawl, Grappling, Natural)

Actions
Rush: 6
Disengage: 6

Evasion 4, Parry 4
Soak/Hardness: 4/0

 

[Sherwood]

Del nods, feeling a bit of relief that so far, everyone is getting on board with the idea of going to the fortress. She says to Aredin, "I don't know if Od has the activation codes, so I will make sure to share what I have with him before we arrive. I also have no issue with trying to establish a connection with the locals with you and Grey Stone. As for the rest of the Circle, I wish all of you the best of luck in getting inside."