Spacefurry

Blackstaff Blackstaff had watched the boat approach curiously. She let Golden Star speak and keep the men occupied while she opened her senses to the magic. It was a struggle at first, it took her far longer than normal to tune out the magic of the cave so she could focus on the boat. She looked the men over first, then the boat and its contents. She had a feeling the men wouldn’t want anything to do with them or with helping the professor. As Golden Star continued to speak it became even more obvious. When they declared they had no intention of staying, let alone helping, she wasn’t surprised. They had been here for a purpose but now that they had been discovered they wouldn’t return. She instead turned her attention back to the cave and its many… bobbles. It's one resident still lying motionless. Blackstaff approached the creature and examined it. As far as she could tell, it hadn’t survived their fight. Saddened by its loss, she didn’t hold it against the young hero, it had been a fight for survival. Looking over the cave with her sight it took a few moments to fight the threads anchoring the swamp. Returning it to its proper locale and cleansing all the would take time, time she did not want to take right now. Instead she chose to secure the location and return once the Professor and the boy were safely home. As the trio moved towards the entrance, she noticed Golden Star interest in the old game console. It had been a long day, but one item wouldn’t take but a moment. With a cursory look Blackstaff was able to spot the substance of the curse. With her ability to suppress magic it was easy to weaken the mass of it and with a few words of power break the treads of it to leave the curse in tatters. The strands left behind would fade in time. She handed the item to the hero with a gracious nod. Moving to the mouth of the cave, Blackstaff pulled an old piece of metamorphic rock from her pocket. Several slivers of jade could be noted in it, but not enough to make it worth processing. Holding it out in one hand she began chanting in something that sounded akin to Latin but not quite. She gestured through the air with her free hand and the black and green stone floated from her open palm. It floated into the center of the cave mouth, pulsed and flared. Suddenly phantom streamers exploded out from the stone, crisscrossing the opening. The distant sound of chains snapping into place echoed faintly and then… silence. Blackstaff turned back to Golden Sun and the professor, who was sounding to be in worse shape than she had suspected. She frowned. “The door we arrived through will get us back to my office.” She gave the younger hero a friendly smile and reassured him. “It can get you back to Freedom as well once we’re inside.” Waving back at the swamp and cave she sighed. “It’s going to take time to set these right, I'm afraid. But, the professor needs help first. I’ll come back later with what I need.”

I am sooo sorry *cough cough not sorry cough cough* soo very sorry. So I take it we’re out of combat?

Can she catch any other attackers in a cone with the one that fired on her using her Knuckle Dusters? AE: Damage 10 (K. Dusters; Range: 100'; Feat: Knockback 10; Extra: Area (General, Cone) [30DP]

Predator Jean attempted to settle Dr North into a chair, only for the man to lash out. She could see the swing coming. It was wild but if she tried to dodge it she knew it would connect as it was, she could see it being a particularly hard blow. Instead, she stepped into the swing. The blow still glanced off her cheek, though with surprisingly more force than she anticipated. It was going to leave a bruise. Though, if it had connected the other way it could well have been devastating. “Dr North!” Jean said sternly as she grabbed for the man and forced him into the seat. “Do not make me restrain you.” She continued in a more practiced tone as she produced a penlight. She quickly checked his pupil reactions before checking his pulse with her fingers on his neck. “Cynthia, monitor for unregistered or aberrant signals into or out of the lab.” “Yes ma’am” “I need you to focus doctor.” Jean placed an open palm on his chest. The lab wasn’t set up for medical purposes, perhaps she should see about moving to a larger facility she thought off-handedly as she felt for anything abnormal. “What were you doing before you came here?” She needed to keep him talking. He might give some clue as to what was happening.

What the heck, we’ll try a Medicine check: 18

I think you underestimated how much of her Protection is from the armor... Toughness: 5... Gotta reroll that: 20 That was too close, got lucky with that reroll... Still a bruise

She’ll try to Damage them, slam him into the pavement. Damage is based on unarmed strike, so 15 + base attack (6) + Str mod (10): toughness save DC31?

Predator From her spot, Predator had a good view of the truck and the ‘performers’. She waited, still and tensed to strike. Not unlike her namesake. Suddenly, warnings flashed across her screen. Her suit had picked up something entering the atmosphere at a dangerous velocity. Numbers and stats flashed across her screens and she suddenly became concerned. Shooting Star had assured her she would be okay, but Predator was still a little concerned by what she was reading. As final numbers she eyes widened and she instinctively reacted. Crouching as low as possible, she braced for the incoming impact. The helmet muffled the sound, but she still felt the force even through the suit. She raised enough to see the results herself. Even as Shooting Star emerged from the remains of the truck, her computer identified one potential enemy was down and showed no signs of moving. That left two contacts active at the moment, but more could reveal themselves. Best to keep vigilant. Predator quickly chose her target and launched her on attack. Twin beams of energy lanced across the open space between her and the Ringleader. The blasts slamming into him with incredible force as they left trails of fading light. Predator stood a silent figure in the open now, a haziness around the steaming basters set into the palms of her gauntlets.

Ranged blast attack on the Ringleader: 30 And that's a nat 20! Use it to increase the DC, so now its a Toughness DC30

Ref save: 21 Toughness: 20 Whoot It might be silly, but I think I will use an HP to gain the Rage feat temporarily Activating that gives Chimera +4 to Str, a +2 to Fort and Will saves, and a -2 penalty to her defense Can't use concentration or sustained powers and can't take 10 or 20 on checks. It will last for 5 rds, then she'll be fatigued for 5 rds (need to add that complication to her sheet) She targets Fernando with an attempt to grapple. Grapple check: 41 And with Improved Grapple she does it one handed. Melee Attack for grapple: 21

Well Blackstaff can't leave the swamp and cursed items 'as is'. Can I use the Ritualist feat to set up a mass cleansing? Maybe send the swamp back where it's suppose to be? If it'd be too big a ritual and it's something she'd have to come back to do later, it's cool. Just can't bring herself to walk away without a plan. Also, is the Crococoanda like dead-dead?

Initiative: 24

Predator Jean watched Dr North as the man paced nervously. While his behavior was not normal, it wasn't completely outside the realm of possibility. She had met a few people in her time that gave an air of perpetual nervousness. When the doctor asked for aspirin, Jean began to stand up- Jean stilled immediately. She eyed the doctor carefully now. She had had no reason to doubt his being before now, but the man’s demeanor had caused her to switch mindsets. Her inhuman eyes narrowed as she really looked at Dr North. Now that she used a critical eye she noticed small things. The excessive sweating was far more than most humans, even when they were nervous. His confusion and agitation took on a new light as she reevaluated his demeanor. Jean kept a lowered her tone as she turned towards the kitchenette, even as her mind ran through the symptoms. “Cynthia.” She addressed her computer in a quiet voice. “Contact the on duty medical staff. Notify them of a possible emergency.” She ordered as she moved to the sink and filled a small cup with cool water. “I’m afraid I’m not following, Doctor.” She said, returning to a normal volume when she turns back to her guest. Jean attempts to approach Dr North to guide him back to a chair.

Correct, she is not in her suit at the moment.

Knowledge, Behavioral Science: 9 What the heck, let’s reroll that: 21

Sense Motive: 21

And yes, this is already including the 2PP he should get from the February counts.

Changed residence, BoO, Occupation, Affiliations, and Age Undated Description Added to History Reworked and added to Personality/Motivation Added to Power Description Added Complication Changed Ability score: increased Strength to 14 and Charisma to 18 Changed Attack & Defense Changed all Saving Throws Changed a lot of Skills Changed Feats: Dodge Focus increased to 5, Luck increased to 4, removed Ultimate Skill (Escape Artist), added Distract and Set Up Changed Power: Removed an Alternate Power from Paper Control array, increased level of Paper Control array and Protection Paper Power Level: 14, but built as 12 (215/215PP) Unspent Power Points: 0PP Trade-Offs: None Residence: Downtown & Young Guardians Manor Base of Operations: Downtown & Young Guardians Manor Occupation: Actor Affiliations: Young Guardians Description: Age: 20 (DoB: March 19, 2004) Apparent Age: 20 Description: Black hair, cut short and brushed back except for a few bangs that won't cooperate. Leon keeps himself in shape, and trains to keep his agility. He likes to dress casually in his free time, anime/cartoon or band themed t-shirts and jeans usually. After graduating Leon has been trying several changes to his costume. Most notably he now creates a plain white mask of paper to cover his nose and mouth. He usually also creates a hooded jacket, black with red trim, reminiscent of the shirt he wore as a student during missions. His shirt is usually white with reinforced white paper for protection. His pants vary, but are also reinforced by paper. He still carries a couple pouches of paper on his thighs, as well as pockets of paper concealed on himself. He has also learned to better hide paper amongst his clothing and within his paper arm. History: While still attending Claremont, he and fellow student Neko Musume began dating and continues to. With the sudden return of the now named Stormcrow, coupled with being estranged from his found family, Leon is resentful toward the hero. But despite that, he has remained as a member of The Young Guardians and loyal to his teammates. Personality & Motivation: Leon has always been a bit of a show off. He was also the most ‘energetic’ of his trio of foster siblings. Not bad kids by nature, they simply felt let down and abandoned by an overtaxed system. Although feeling they had to do what they had to, to survive, none of them ever wanted to hurt anyone. He would never give up his siblings, and would never turn his back on them, even after they cut off communication with him. While he doesn’t usually trust anyone quickly, usually suspicious of the motives of others, he has formed a strong bond with Luke Landers. His roommate throughout his time at Claremont. He considers Luke his best friend. He is also fiercely loyal to his girlfriend Neko. If asked why he saved the officer he just shrugs and dismisses it as an act of stupidity on his part, admitting he couldn’t stand to see someone get hurt. This is the excuse he gives whenever asks when he continues to act as a hero. Power Descriptions: Leon has gained greater control over his power, including creating modes of transportation. Recently, due to the acquisition of an ancient tome he has found his power increased and has even learned to shape paper even more realistically. This can allow him to potentially disguise himself, and possibly others. This also adds a Mystical element to his powers. Complications: Book Knowledge: the boost to his power is because of the spirit of the book he absorbed. As such, should he be separated from its power or have its powers nullified, he would lose its benefits. This would reduce the level of all powers in his Paper Control array by 2 and reduce his Protection by 2. ABILITIES 4 + 10 + 8 + 6 + 4 + 8 = 40PP Strength: 14 (+2) Dexterity: 20 (+5) Constitution: 18 (+4) Intelligence: 16 (+3) Wisdom: 14 (+2) Charisma: 18 (+4) COMBAT 12 + 14 = 26PP Attack: +6, +12 w/ Paper Control Defense: +12 (+7 Base, +5 Dodge Focus), +3 Flat-Footed Uncanny Dodge SAVING THROWS 6 + 7 + 8 = 21PP Toughness: +12 (+4 Con, +8 Protection; Impervious 6) Fortitude: +10 (+4 Con, +6PP) Reflex: +12 (+5 Dex, +7PP) Evasion 2 Will: +10 (+2 Wis, +8PP) SKILLS 168/168R = 42PP Acrobatics 5 (+10) Skill Mastery Bluff 16 (+20) Taunt Climb 8 (+10) Computers 7 (+10) Concentration 8 (+10) Disable Device 7 (+10) Disguise 1 (+5) Escape Artist 5 (+10) Gather Information 6 (+10) Knowledge (Pop Culture) 7 (+10) Knowledge (Streetwise) 7 (+10) Knowledge (Technology) 7 (+10) Language 1 (Japanese) Notice 17 (+19) Skill Mastery Perform (Acting) 11 (+15) Pilot 5 (+10) Search 12 (+15) Sense Motive 13 (+15) Sleight of Hand 14 (+19) Skill Mastery Stealth 15 (+20) Skill Mastery FEATS 18PP Distract Dodge Focus 5 Evasion 2 Improved Initiative Luck 4 Quick Change Set Up Skill Mastery (Acrobatics, Notice, Sleight of Hand, Stealth) Taunt Uncanny Dodge 2 (Sense Types: Auditory, Visual) POWERS 57PP (2+2+44+14+8=68) Paper Control 20 (40PP Array; Feats: Alternate Power 4) [44PP] (Descriptors: Mutation, Paper Control) Base Power: [40PP] (Additional Descriptors: Lift Paper) Move Object 18 (Lifting Strength: 90, Heavy Load: 3.2k tons; Extras: Range [Perception]; Flaws: Limited [Paper]; Feats: Accurate 2 [+4 Attack], Precise, Subtle) [36PP] Alternate Power: [35PP] (Additional Descriptors: Paper Projectiles) Blast 12 (Range: 12 100-ft Increments, 1200ft Max; Extras: Penetrating [6 ranks, Effective Damage 16]; Feats: Accurate 3 [+6 Attack], Improved Critical 2 [18-20], Indirect 3, Precise, Subtle, Variable Descriptor [Bludgeoning, Piercing, and/or Slashing Damage]; Drawback: Medium [paper]) [40/40] Alternate Power: [40PP] (Additional Descriptors: Shape Paper) Create Object 12 (Range: 1200ft; Max Volume: 12 5-ft. cubes; 120 ft. Max.Toughness: 12; Lifting Strength: 60,Heavy Load: 50 tons; Extras: Duration [Continuous]; Feats: Precise, Progression 2 [25-ft cubes], Selective, Stationary, Subtle; Drawback: Medium [paper]) [34/36] Alternate Power: [40PP] (Additional Descriptors: Paper Barrage) Damage 12 (Range: 12 10-ft Increments, 120 ft Max; Extras: Area [General, Cone], Penetrating [6 ranks, Effective Damage 16]; Feats: Accurate 3 [+6 Attack], Improved Critical 2 [18-20], Indirect 3, Selective, Subtle, Variable Descriptor [Bludgeoning, Piercing, and/or Slashing Damage]; Drawback: Medium [Paper]) [40/40] Alternate Power: [37PP] (Additional Descriptors: Paper Cocoon) Snare 12 (Range: 12 100-ft Increments, 1200ft Max; Feats: Accurate 3 [+6 Attack], Improved Critical 2 [18-20], Indirect 3, Obscures Senses 2 [Sense Types: Auditory, Visual], Reversible, Subtle, Tether) [37/40] Protection 8 (Paper Shield 8; Extras: Impervious 6) [14PP] (Descriptors: Mutation, Paper Control, Paper Shields) ATTACK RANGE SAVE EFFECT Unarmed Touch DC17 Toughness (Staged) Damage (Physical) Lift Paper* Perception Grapple vs +29 Pinned/Bound Thrown Paper Throwing DC27 Toughness (Staged) Damage (Physical) Lift Stuff With Paper Ranged Grapple vs +22 Pinned/Bound Thrown Object Throwing DC27 Toughness (Staged) Damage (Physical) Paper Cocoon Ranged DC22 Reflex (Staged) Entangled/Bound Paper Projectiles Ranged DC27 Toughness (Staged) Damage (Physical)** Shape Paper Dropped Paper Ranged DC22 Reflex Avoided DC27 Toughness (Staged) Damage (Physical) Paper Trap Ranged DC22 Reflex Trapped * Limited to Paper. ** Variable Descriptor: Bludgeoning, Piercing, and/or Slashing Damage. TOTALS Abilities (40) + Combat (26) + Saving Throws (21) + Skills (42) + Feats (18) + Powers (68) - Drawbacks (0) = 215/215 Power Points

Predator Jean merely lifted an eyebrow at Dr North as the man declined the coffee, despite appearing to have consumed enough for a small elephant, she bemused. She waved him to a small, mostly clear table and took a seat caddy-corner to him. She remained seated when Dr North stood up again, obviously nervous about something. “I am.” She reassured him, giving her most friendly smile. A task she’s found to be a little more difficult with nervous humans. The subtleties of her vulpine muzzle not always translating well to human expectations. “Not many seek me out, given the abundance of local science experts on hand. How can I be of assistance?”

Unless Fleur recommends hiding, Predator will be standing openly near Kahn and Paradigm

Blackstaff It was a relief when the professor came around. It tended to be bad for business if your client died in the middle of the job, not always, but most of the time at least. She gave Professor Armitage a shake of her head. “I couldn’t tell you. At least not without taking time to examine it and probably call on some ‘outside help’. I’d rather not stick around that long though. Can’t be sure it isn't just napping or playing dead.” The sound of an outboard caught her attention and Blackstaff stood up. Turning to face the direction of the lights, she moved closer to the mouth of the cave to get a better look at the newcomer. “Just ‘Blackstaff’ is fine, or Mr. Daye if you feel so inclined.” She paused for a moment. “Though I suppose Miss Daye wouldn’t be inappropriate at the moment.” She offered, glancing at Golden Star then back towards the lights. “And you did fine. Not every challenge you face will be easy. Sometimes you’ll fail once or twice before you succeed.” Blackstaff added. “And sometimes you’ll get dirty doing it.” She joked as the two of them stood there covered in grime and swamp water now. “It probably would be better to get Professor Armitage to safety. If you need to leave as well, I understand. But I need to find the source of this disruption. And the source of the cursed items.”

Paper Leon didn’t actually care what Vik and Charlie talked about, he busied himself walking ahead a little. He rolls his eyes at the mention of running them through exercises. “If you wanted to be a gym teacher, you should have gone back to Claremont.” He teases. At the mention of the library he snorts, but doesn’t deny his curiosity. “I could find that on my own, bu-” ‘-but, I don’t wanna break up the group.’ Was what he almost said. Low hanging fruit, but Leon was still bitter. He knew Charlie would ignore it, and it wouldn’t really make him feel any better saying it. He was just angry and had nowhere else to direct it. He really shouldn’t drag everyone else into it either, he liked Berni who was obviously in a relationship with him now. And Vik and Pol who were new to the group, well new-ish. Luke was his best friend, and then there was Muirne… Damn it, this was just making him feel worse. And that just made him madder. “But, all you have is probably school books and encyclopedias.” He added with another snort.

Paper When Neko joined them backstage, Leon happily returned her kiss. He visibly changed when she took his arm in hers. He relaxed more and smiled more naturally. “You were amazing, as usual.” He grinned and chuckled. “After this? Pretty sure Bernie is gonna be starving.” His grin grew a little mischievous. “But after that, we could ditch red and the square then go find somewhere we aren’t supposed to be.” He leaned down, he kissed the top of Neko’s head by her ear. He gave the ear a teasing nibble before looking back out at the stage and leaning into her as well.

Predator Jean glanced at the monitor. She recognised the man on the screen, but her eyes slid over to a second, smaller monitor displaying a series of scans. She nodded to no one. “Let him in, Cynthia.” “Yes ma’am.” A pleasant, synthesized woman’s voice responded. The door to her workshop/lab opened with the same synthesized voice greeting him. “Welcome, Dr North.” Jean set aside her soldering tool and stood from her workbench. She wore a short lab coat over blue slacks and a yellow blouse. Her tail swayed behind her as she walked over to greet him herself. She smiled and offered him a hand to shake. “Dr North, it's a pleasure to meet you.” She tilted her head thoughtfully as her ears turned towards him. “To what do I owe this visit? Given the unannounced nature, I would guess it’s something urgent.” She waves a hand in the direction of a small kitchenette set up across the work space. “Can I offer you some coffee?”

Notice check: 22