Archive:http://suptg.thisisnotatrueending.com/archive.html?tags=Tuffle%20Quest>You are Son Peppa, Son Gohan, and Izumi Mahogany, children of Earth’s heroes, Maple, Goku, Acer, and Chi-chi>“Canon” has taken a radical shift from the series’ norm, you’re just one part of it, and things could go even further off the rails from here>Mechanics and character details in the pastebins here:Peppa: https://pastebin.com/CthBLkBCGohan: https://pastebin.com/RJtByX4RIzumi: https://pastebin.com/uWF2f0EZ>Let’s all try to have some fun, ok?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sj5PGIqnaFsLast time, on Dragon Ball Tuffle Quest Kai! Gohan went off with Buu, Krillin, Lapis, and Chuu Lee to fix up an ecological catastrophe at Tommy’s old home town. There, they encountered the mothman Leo, son of Mothra, who warned them about a gestalt hive mind of wormlike creatures calling themselves Hulud-Rah. Thankfully, Buu was able to seal the creatures away in a katchin cube, however, it seems that Melanos of the Cell Sentai had some part in the creature’s sudden appearance. Leaving with only vague warnings, Gohan’s group finish their job there and manage to retrieve, to their surprise, a crystal of Dreamstone thanks to the MOGUERA machine they were using to clear the underground fires. Gohan also broaches the idea of assigning some ‘Spirit Detectives’ to help King Yemma out with incidents involving the afterlife. Finally, Buu demonstrates the medicinal skills he’s learned and manages to heal Tommy’s blindness, to the relief of the boy and his adoptive family.And now, many months have passed since then. Several of Earth’s warriors have been hard at work trying to prepare for some upcoming rescue missions for those who were displaced by Towa and Fu, while also doing what they could to help out with some of the newer issues that have cropped up recently. Has it been enough to prepare everyone for what’s ahead? Good luck, Peppa! Good luck, Gohan! Good luck, Izzy!
>>6023023You stand still, calm, focused, as you feel the energy of everything around you. Keli was able to finish up her Yardratian Spirit Control training, and you’re on the precipice of catching up to her yourself. Now it’s the big test: Forced Spirit Fission. Being able to use your own Ki to draw out, split, manipulate, and even put back the Ki of others. If you can achieve this, you’ll have completed all of your Spirit Control training here.“Are you ready, Son Peppa?” Master Pybara questions.“I am.” you confirm, confident but not overly so.He smiles at you. “Very well. There are two ways we can go about this, one is by having you attempt the skill yourself, the other is having you be able to resist it being used on yourself, showing that you have true understanding of the skill and the Spirit Control necessary to use it. Do you have a preference?”>A. I’ll try it out myself. I’m ready, let’s do this!>B. I think being able to resist it will be the better test>C. Could I do both, just to make sure I’ve really gotten it down?>D. Something else?
>>6023026>A. I’ll try it out myself. I’m ready, let’s do this!https://youtu.be/j73gYxsxRrs
>>6023026>B. I think being able to resist it will be the better testWe'll show how tuff we are!
>>6023026>C. Could I do both, just to make sure I’ve really gotten it down?
>>6023026Hit vote:>C. Can't be a master if you don't do it all!And support
All righty, roll me 2d20 then, best of three! DC is 13 for both!
Rolled 7, 12 = 19 (2d20)>>6023023>Good luck, Peppa! Good luck, Gohan! Good luck, Izzy!>>6023066Supporting oh wait>>6023069rolling
Rolled 7, 6 = 13 (2d20)>>6023069
Rolled 6, 20 = 26 (2d20)>>6023069
>>6023072>>6023074>>6023078Passed one! Writing...
>>6023026“Could I try to do both, Master Pybara? Just to make sure I’ve really got it down?” you question, feeling rather confident.“A reasonable suggestion. I will say that it will only require you to pass one, but being able to handle both will put you on the path to truly mastering the skill and making it your own.” he answers with a fond smile. “Is that what you wish?”You punch your fist into your palm. “Yes sir. Let’s do this!”He gives a nod, and then a simple command: “Resist.”The Yardratian moves quickly, and as you bring up your guard, he dashes and teleports around, striking you with very light taps not intended to do much damage, but just enough to start drawing your Ki out of you. You do what you can to hold your energy in, resisting that initial few strikes… but it proves harder than you were expecting as they continue. You finally feel like a noticeable chunk of your current energy has been pulled from you, and Pybara stops.You frown a little, seeing him hold up a sphere of energy. Your energy. “Looks like you haven’t quite managed it. But perhaps we can try the other method. Shall we?” With you giving a nod, he actually splits the sphere of energy containing your Ki, and then sends them around the room, with a few other Ki blasts moving around with them. “Draw your energy back in, then try to take my own power.”(cont.)
>>6023132https://youtu.be/vpV7GX9m7tk?si=mI405fBQMxpUbgkKAs the spheres of Ki zip and zoom around the room, you keep focus on which ones contained your Ki and which ones contain Master Pybara’s. You dash towards the two that contain your energy first, giving a quick punch at one and instantly recovering that stolen Ki. You smirk, then bolt at the other one, weaving through the Ki blasts zipping around the room, and deliver a quick jab at the orb, pulling the rest of your drawn out energy back inside you. First part’s done, now for the second. Before, the Ki blasts were acting as a detriment, an obstacle, but now, they’re trying to avoid you. You however give chase, and with quick strike after quick strike, you pull that energy belonging to Pybara into your own, letting the flow of Ki harmonize as you take command of it.He smiles proudly at you, but you’re not quite done yet. As you gather all of that energy you’ve taken into an orb of your own, you appear in front of him, catching him off-guard for a moment… and poke him in the forehead, taking just a tiny bit of Ki from the Yardratian and adding it to the orb. He’s surprised, but chuckles heartily at that, the proud smile returning. “I believe you have done it, Son Peppa. You have managed to grasp the most difficult of Spirit Control skills. Congratulations.”>A. Thank you, Master Pybara. It’s been well worth it>B. I’d still like to come back some time to keep training with it, if that’s all right with you. Still gotta get down resisting the technique>C. Send the energy back to him, you’re all done borrowing it now>D. Ask if you can try out something with this, maybe you can apply the ideas behind Spirit Control to some of your own techniques…>E. Something else?
>>6023134>A. Thank you, Master Pybara. It’s been well worth it>B. I’d still like to come back some time to keep training with it, if that’s all right with you. Still gotta get down resisting the technique>D. Ask if you can try out something with this, maybe you can apply the ideas behind Spirit Control to some of your own techniques…>E. Something else?Stealth mode + Spirit Fission could provide useful results.
>>6023134>A. Thank you, Master Pybara. It’s been well worth itAll energy is borrowed, from the food we eat to the air we breathe out.>D. Ask if you can try out something with this, maybe you can apply the ideas behind Spirit Control to some of your own techniques…
>>6023134Support>>6023143>>6023148And>D.Try to combine the Ki Drill and Spirit Fission, into a drill that can split and absorb energy from other attacks
>>6023134>>6023160Cool, supporting.
>>6023160Support the spirit drill.
>>6023134>A. Thank you all!>C. Send the energy back to him, you’re all done borrowing it now>D. Ask if you can try out something with this, maybe you can apply the ideas behind Spirit Control to some of your own techniques…
Interesting. All right, roll me another 2d20, best of three! DC is 13 for both again!
Rolled 8, 5 = 13 (2d20)>>6023178
Rolled 13, 20 = 33 (2d20)>>6023178
Rolled 7, 6 = 13 (2d20)>>6023178
Rolled 18, 3 = 21 (2d20)>>6023178
>>6023181>>6023183>>6023184Passed both! Writing...
>>6023134You bow politely to him, telling him, “Thank you, Master Pybara. It’s been well worth it. However, if you wouldn’t mind, might I come back again to further my training with this? I’d like to make sure I’ve got this down.”He smiles warmly and nods. “An excellent idea, Son Peppa. You have managed the skill, but there is no harm in refining your abilites further.”“Thanks!” you respond with a wide smile. You then glance at the sphere of borrowed energy, and think for a moment. “…Might help to try to experiment a bit with this, if you don’t mind.”“Oh? How so?” he asks curiously.You lower the amount of Ki you’re giving off and enter into stealth mode, and teleport near Pybara. It takes him a moment to actually sense you, but by that point you’ve put that borrowed Ki back. Buuut you also take just a bit again with a quick poke. Success! “Something like this. I know how to mask my energy pretty well, and it looks like I can still do it while performing Forced Spirit Fission.”Pybara chuckles. “Most impressive.”It’s impressive, sure, but now for a real test. Backing away, you stand in the middle of the room again, then raise your arm up. You form a Ki Drill, and try to harmonize it with the energy around you. Since you’ve gotten used to what Master Pybara’s energy is like, you think you can pull this off. “One last thing, sir. I’d like to see how well I’ve understood the principles behind it. So… can you toss a Ki blast at me? A decently strong one, at the very least.”He looks at you curiously, but nods. “Very well, Son Peppa.” He holds a hand out, forming a sphere or energy, and then seems to amplify it suddenly, launching it at you.You bring the Ki Drill forward, clashing it against the blast, stopping it… and then using Forced Spirit Fission to split it apart, but in doing so, it actually gets pulled into the drill. And in doing so, it actually strengthens it quite noticeably. You grin with excitement. You’ve done it. You raise it upward again, then let it fade. You bring your arm down again, clenching your fist and looking at it with a wide smile. “…I think that’ll conclude things for this training. Thank you again, Master Pybara.” He nods, telling you, “You are welcome. Take care, Son Peppa, and until we meet again.”Okay, that’s done. You place two fingers on your forehead and get ready to head back home to…>A. Prep for the winter formal at Orange Star High! You did invite Cocoa to it, after all>B. Prep for the winter formal at Cocoa’s school! She did invite you, after all>C. Check back with Izzy on the preparations for the rescue missions. She said things are almost ready last time you checked>D. Help mom with something that’s cropped up, sounded not too immediate, but you might as well>E. Something else?Pick only one.
>>6023248>D. Help mom with something that’s cropped up, sounded not too immediate, but you might as wellIs something wrong with the harvest?
>>6023248>B. Prep for the winter formal at Cocoa’s school! She did invite you, after all
>>6023248>B.
>>6023248>C. Check back with Izzy on the preparations for the rescue missions. She said things are almost ready last time you checked
>>6023248>A. Prep for the winter formal at Orange Star High! You did invite Cocoa to it, after allCocoa shouldn't have to be the only one putting effort into us, let's get a good night together for her
>>6023248Hit votes B.
>>6023248https://youtu.be/2FyYIU7dqHk?si=eS90y2EUZI4s9zPy…to prep for the winter formal at Cocoa’s school! She did invite you, after all. And so teleport on home to freshen up a bit. You were gonna try to invite her to Orange Star’s, but she got to asking you first, and it seems like it’ll be fine. Izzy and Gohan have their own things going on, and you catch mom as she’s getting ready to head off somewhere. Something happening in Mifan, apparently? Eh, she’s got it handled. She instead just tells you to enjoy yourself, and make sure not to get Cocoa home too late.And now you just gotta finalize what you’ll be wearing to the formal. You, of course, could go for something actually formal, a flowing nice dress, maybe with a bit of lace and sequins. Or you could go for something cute but casual… yeah Cocoa’s not gonna mind if it’s a bit on the simple side. Ehhh on that thought maybe the two of you should coordinate directly. She’s got a great sense of aesthetics and you bet she’d have a lot of great ideas. Though you could also surprise her… maybe a knight outfit…Bah, you’ve only got an hour left. Come on, focus, Peppa!>A. Winter formal, dress formal>B. Best you be cute but casual>C. Yyyyeah you’re gonna call Cocoa and coordinate>D. …Surprise her. She’ll probably get a kick out of it if anything>E. Something else?
>>6023375>C. Yyyyeah you’re gonna call Cocoa and coordinate>E. Something else?Grab a snack while we do this
>>6023375Support >>6023382
>>6023375>C. Yyyyeah you’re gonna call Cocoa and coordinate>E. Maybe coordinate on how formal and theme and stuff, but keep the details a surprise from each other?
>>6023375Also good >>6023386
>>6023375>A. Winter formal, dress formal
>>6023375Hit supports as well>>6023382>>6023386
>>6023375>Something happening in Mifan, apparently? Eh, she’s got it handled.Might wanna keep an eye or two on that, we don't wanna be caught wearing blinders in the event of a villain like Baby rearing his head. Would be a total failure to launch on our part.>A. Formal and Cute!
>>6023375Backing >>6023386
Thanks for running Kato, I missed you!
>>6023375>C. Yyyyeah you’re gonna call Cocoa and coordinate
>>6023375Does Cocoa go to Blue HAL? That school has actual uniforms, so it could be a very formal affair.
>>6023496
>>6023375>Though you could also surprise her… maybe a knight outfit…Here's a wintery sort of knight! Amaguri... you better watch out, you better watch out, you better watch out, oh, you better watch out~
>>6023516>knight outfitOh yeah, Mai did show up to the Blue HAL dance in a knight outfit! So, looking like Back to the Future levels of formal
>>6023375Yeah, yep, you’re gonna check with Cocoa. Time to coordinate! As you tap your goggles, you also head into the kitchen to get a little snack. Groucho looks towards you from the sofa, clearly wanting some snacks too. You telekinetically dance some venison jerky over to him, with the tiger watching the food patiently. Okay, girlfriend’s picked up. “Hey Cocoa, I’ll be over soon, and wanted your opinion on a couple things. You’ve got the better sense of aesthetics out of the both of us after all.”“Sure thing! What do you need?” she asks cheerfully.“So I was kinda leaning towards something more formal, because y’know, Winter -Formal- and all, but… I don’t know if that’s really me, you know? Even if I go through with it, I might overdo it. Maybe it’s better we coordinate. What do you say?” You toss some mochi into the air and float it down to you. Ahh, sweet and tasty.“Oh! That’s perfect, actually. See, I’ve had a few ideas myself. Mom and I had gone shopping for a nice dress, but honestly the super fancy ones didn’t suit me all that well. One was this… really, really fancy pink, flowing, frilly, almost princess-y one, with like gemstones and just… neugh.”“I bet you’d be able to pull it off.” you respond to her with just a hint of flirtatiousness in your voice. “But okay. Maybe try for a theme, then? That way we can still kinda surprise one another.”“Oooh, that’s good.” Cocoa cheers. “Theme… okay, not too formal, and maybe… black and white!”“Black and white, huh?” you repeat. “I could work with that.”“I think you’d do better in white, maybe add a dash of pink and orange for you. I’ll go for a darker dress, with maybe a highlight of pinks and blues.” she suggests, then adds, “Might also wanna find something that lets you highlight some of your cuter features.”You do a double-take and nearly miss the second mochi you toss your way. “W-wait what do you mean by features?” She giggles teasingly. “C-Cocoa…!”“Oh relax, nothing too… scandalous. Unless you plan to throw more panties into the air-”“Cocoa!!” you grumble out, pouting.She giggles again. “Teasing, teasing. For real though, I’d suggest maybe something sleeveless, maybe arm bands or long gloves, but not really necessary. And… probably nothing frilly, but at least something with some style and pattern to it. Maybe no crop top, even if you wear it well, try to keep it an actual dress still. Something that’s still cute, but very… you, y’know?”Finishing the other mochi, you nod, then let her know, “Got it. I’ll be there soon!”(cont.)
>>6023527You telekinetically dance over for Groucho one more thing of venison jerky and head into your room. Okay, white dress, sleeveless, styled… maybe a bow? Pink, orange, white bow around the waist. And, oh, shorten it to just below the knees, but add some light pink leggings, aaaand white heels. You spin around in the mirror. It looks good.…Real quick, you let your hair spike up to see how it looks while you’re a Super Saiyan. Still good! Good, good good. Not like you’re gonna fight anything looking like this, but hey, style’s important. Okay, you are ready! “Groucho, hold down the fort!”The tiger roars softly in agreement. You telekinetically dance one last snack to Groucho, and finally head off. Arriving at Cocoa’s house, you politely greet her mother at the door, and notice your girlfriend heading down the stairway to greet you… and oh wow. She has a long sleeveless black dress, a transparent blue skirt over it, tied with a blue sash done up in a bow with a bright pink rose in the center. Adorning her hair is a clip with transparent blue cloth like the overskirt with a trio of bright pink roses on it.“So, how do I look?” she asks with a wink.“Pretty…” you breathe out, then quickly regain your composure. “Ahem. You look great.”She giggles as she approaches you, commenting, “You don’t look half bad yourself.” Giving you a kiss on the cheek, she then tells her mother, “I’ll be back by midnight, promise.”“I’ll hold you to that to you and Peppa both. Have her back her by midnight, Peppa, no matter how many cute little pouty faces you give her.” the woman teases.“I promise, Mrs. Amaguri.” you tell her with a bow.The two of you walk out together, and Cocoa takes you by the hand. “Still got ten minutes. Let’s take the scenic route.”“Scenic route?” you repeat, but then you notice her starting to float up in the air, pulling you up with her. You smile. “So you -have- been keeping up with what I taught ya.”She grins and simply responds, “It’s a useful skill to have. Pretty sure I’ve got the hang of it by now.”The two of you fly off together, hand in hand. This night’s gonna be special, you just know it.>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!
>>6023481Thanks anon! Glad to be back.
>>6023520>So, looking like Back to the Future levels of formal...>>6023528Thanks for running! And excuse me Kato, might these two members of the band Babymetal play a song at the dance? No especial reason, I think they're cute is all!
>>6023528Reminder to do lots of pictures. Peppa can draw them later as a gift.
>>6023528I feel like Peppa relies on Cocoa too much, to the point she takes her for granted. Just now, when given the option to clothe herself, Peppa had to run it by Cocoa because Peppa can't do anything nice in this relationship without Cocoa there to hold Peppa's hand every step.A girl prepares for a dance about a month or two in advance, and most of that is worrying about price and what fits. While Peppa doesn't have to worry about those parts of it, she still needs to study up on fashion and looks and weigh both her and her girlfriend's preferences, that all needs at least a week to worry over. Peppa is deciding what to wear the Day Of. She could have researched this dance a bit more if it was important to her, gotten what kind of dress code was in, gone out trying clothes with friends, and truly put in the effort to impress her girlfriend, but all that is beyond Peppa's consideration until it's relevant.Cocoa also says she's still deciding on a dress the day of, despite having gone shopping, so it's either meant to be ridiculous or she's just telling Peppa a white lie that she's still deciding on the dress she is, in fact, currently wearing and hoping Peppa's will complement.It seems as though the most Peppa will ever strive for with Cocoa is the bare minimum, happy so long as Cocoa still wants to be her girlfriend. But Peppa doesn't go out of her way to make her girlfriend happy, she puts it off until the last minute and needs Mommy Cocoa to spoonfeed her the correct thing to do.And Cocoa, up-and-coming actress that she is, assures Peppa that she's fine with the dress that Cocoa assigned her to make and wear, but when commenting on Peppa's appearance, her words:>“You don’t look half bad yourself.”Peppa doesn't look half bad. Sure, it's playful sarcasm, but Peppa didn't get the same reaction that Cocoa got from her. Peppa didn't earn it, Cocoa couldn't bring herself to mimic that much. She is not impressed with Peppa, merely tolerant of her.This sucks. I want to do a bit more as Peppa to make her girlfriend happy. It doesn't have to be big things, but I want her to show a bit more consideration by prepping things in advance instead of scrambling to cobble her affection into something half-way presentable.Peppa can also be a bit braver with her love. Communication is a good thing, still, Peppa has to trust her girlfriend as well as herself, and trust is going out on a limb because the reward will be worth it despite the risk. She could have impressed her girlfriend, but she chose what was safe, secure, correct. That isn't trust, asking what to do on everything. It's looking at a walkthrough.But one more thing... Cocoa, why did you tell your girlfriend to wear a White dress? Cocoa, what do you mean by that? Cocoa, that has implications, are you aware of the implications? Cocoa? Cocoa!>>6023529This is fascinating stuff, Kato. I look forward to exploring it further, for better or worse!
Put your trip back on, Angry.
>>6023528>The two of you fly off together, hand in hand."Hey Cocoa, can you read my mind? (luv u)"Thanks for running OP!>>6023530>No especial reason>Twins with black and brown hairOnly if they gonna play Earth Angel before going into their new shit>>6023918That would be something to do, especially since we don't know anyone else at the dance! Should we do caricatures, set up a booth?>>6024114I don't think it's meant to be that deep, Kato doesn't really go past the surface level.
>>6023528>Okay, white dress, sleeveless, styled… maybe a bow? Pink, orange, white bow around the waist. And, oh, shorten it to just below the knees, but add some light pink leggings, aaaand white heels.May we have a pic, pls?>>6024230It could be nothing, for now, but I think we can still do better with her regardless.
>>6023530Nah.>>6023918Can if y'all want to.>>6024236>May we have a pic, pls?Something like this.Sorry about the delay, we're back>>6023528The two of you land a bit away from her school and walk in together, the sound of music playing. As you approach though you notice a green fox boy standing outside, one of Cocoa’s friends. “Hakka? What’re you doing?” she questions.“Waiting for my date. Not staying here for long.” he answers, then greets you with a nod, “Hey Peppa.”“Someone we know?” you ask with a cheeky smile.“Of course, you two helped introduce us.” he answers. Just then a hoverbike zooms down the street, stopping near him. “Hey Cheelai.”She removes her helmet and smiles. “Hey yourself. Ready to head off?” Noticing you and Cocoa, she then waves.“Team Green’s still going strong huh?” Cocoa asks.“Yep. Not sticking around here, we’ve got our own plans.” she responds, Hakka getting on the hoverbike. “You kids have fun with your little school dance.”“Take care!” you and Cocoa both call to them as they head off.And so the two of you enter the gymnasium the formal’s taking place in with many other couples. Rather lively inside, music’s clear but not too loud, there’s a big ol’ punch bowl, many appetizers and other snacks, a few photo booths, and even what look to be some small games with prizes set up. And, of course, the center of the gym is one big dance floor.So! What to do first?>A. Photos! You and Cocoa should get your photos taken, and maybe some extras just in case>B. You should see what games they have, maybe you and Cocoa could get something cute to remember the night by>C. Get a plate and load it up with some appetizers!>D. Dance floor’s there for a reason. Come on, let’s dance!>E. Just relax and chat for a bit, no need to rush things>F. Something else?
>>6024254>B. You should see what games they have, maybe you and Cocoa could get something cute to remember the night by
>>6024254>A. Photos! You and Cocoa should get your photos taken, and maybe some extras just in casekmct8
>>6024254>A. Photos! You and Cocoa should get your photos taken, and maybe some extras just in caseBut we can chat a bit about >B while we're at it. Good to plan those things out.
>>6024254>>6024255Supporting, and adding>"How old are Cheelai and Hakka?"
>>6024254>A & B.
>>6024254>B. You should see what games they have, maybe you and Cocoa could get something cute to remember the night byGames, games, e-maaaailll, chawactews
>>6024254Backing >>6024267, don't see why not
>>6024254>>6024271Supporting
>>6024254You take Cocoa by the hand and tell her excitedly, “Come on, let’s get our photos taken before there’s a big line!”“Good idea.” she affirms, and heads on over with you.The pair of you line up after a couple others, then get a quick couple photos. First one’s a bit more formal, the two of you holding one another, the biggest smiles on your faces. Second is a bit sillier, with you holding Cocoa up off the ground by her legs (and with your tail wrapped around one), smirking towards the camera, while she’s got her arms on your shoulders, giggling cheerfully. It… does kinda emphasize the height difference between the two of you, but eh, you’re not gonna pout about that right now.As the two of you move on from the photo booth, you head towards the games area. You do think to ask her, “Hey, how old’s Hakka, exactly?”“Hm? Oh, he turned 18 at the start of this year.” she answers. “Why do you ask?”“Was kinda surprised he decided to head off with Cheelai instead of stay here, but I guess that explains it.” you respond with a nod. “…I think Cheelai’s in her early 20s or somethin’. Guess that’s fine.” You never actually asked Izzy how old the girl was. She did look relatively young-ish, but...“I thought she was a teenager.” Cocoa comments, but shrugs.The two of you next happen upon a blonde girl in a white, green, and orange dress, and black haired boy in a blue and black suit at a shooting gallery game, a pair you also recognize as some of Cocoa’s school friends. “Hey Latte, Java, whatcha tryin’ to win?”“They’ve got a couple 10,000 zenni platinum gift card for West City Grand Mall, covers basically every store there.” Latte answers, letting out a sigh. “And Java’s on his third attempt to get one of them.”“That’s… quite a bit.” Cocoa comments. “No luck yet though, huh?”“Almost… almost… gah!” He missed the last two targets. “Damn…”>A. Ooh, sounds fun! Lemme try!>B. Well, good luck with that. Check out the other games there>C. He looks like he wants to give it another go, wanna cheer him on, Cocoa?>D. Something else?
>>6024323>C. He looks like he wants to give it another go, wanna cheer him on, Cocoa?
>>6024323>C. He looks like he wants to give it another go, wanna cheer him on, Cocoa?>D. Something else?We could help out with telekinesis but that'd be cheating. Let's just make sure this game isn't rigged.
>>6024323>>6024333Supporting!
>>6024323Backing >>6024333
>>6024323>A. Ooh, sounds fun! Lemme try!>if shooting doesn't work, throw the gun
>>6024333>>6024323Supporting.
Rolled 14, 7, 12 = 33 (3d20)Okay, real quick, roll me 2d20, best of three! DC is 12 for both.
Rolled 4, 19 = 23 (2d20)>>6024366
Rolled 6, 19 = 25 (2d20)>>6024366
Rolled 5, 5 = 10 (2d20)>>6024366
Rolled 19, 8, 17 = 44 (3d20)>>6024367>>6024368>>6024370Passed one! Writing...
>>6024323You turn to your girfriend and ask, “Looks like he’s gonna give it another go. Wanna cheer him on?”She nods, then calls to him, “Come on, Java, you can do this!”“One more round!” you add in supportively.Latte frowns slightly at the two of you, but turns around and joins in, seemingly to humor you all, “You’ve gotten closer every round, one more time should do it.”He refocuses and gets ready for one more game, taking aim once more. As he does, you try to sense for anything out of the ordinary around the machine. No fun if it’s rigged, after all, just like how you’re not gonna help him by using telekinesis to cheat. He gets the first few shots in just fine.“Keep it up!” you cheer, and attempt to get a supportive chant going, but it proves a bit less helpful than you’d have liked it to. Still, next few shots hit their targets. And… aha, there does feel like there’s something a bit off in the area. There’s someone nearby behind one of the curtains next to the games. You notice they’re right by a cord. Suspicious. As Java goes for one the last few shots, you notice that cord move slightly. Aha. Sabotage! You instead make it look like you’re cheering Java on while you telekinetically hold that person in place.He hits the last few targets, and all three of you cheer for him, even Latte, who shyly admits, “I didn’t want you stuck on this the whole night trying to get something for me, but…”Java just winks at her after getting the grand prize. “I told you I’d be able to do it. Here you go, Latte.” He hands her the gift card, and the two hug. Aw.You meanwhile notice whoever was behind the curtains trying to sneak away.>A. Psst. Cocoa. We got someone trying to cheat at the games through sabotage. Wanna do anything about it?>B. You think they’ve learned their lesson, not your job to handle this any further>C. Cocoa, you want a shot at this?>D. Okay, my turn!>E. Something else?That said,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!Also, vote open until then!
>>6024412>B. You think they’ve learned their lesson, not your job to handle this any further>C. Cocoa, you want a shot at this?
>>6024412>D. Okay, my turn!https://youtu.be/XG10y9cC-C4Have a good night!
>>6024412>>6024423Support, thanks for running!
>>6024412>A. Psst. Cocoa. We got someone trying to cheat at the games through sabotage. Wanna do anything about it?>I can finagle this set-up to have a dunk tank pretty quickSee you tomorrow!
>>6024412>B. You think they’ve learned their lesson, not your job to handle this any furtherD. Okay, my turn!
>>6024412>>6024420Supportin'.
>>6024412>B, C, D.Let's both give it a try.
>>6024412>>6025076Supporting! I wanna try it and flub it because the guy goes back to cheating, and then we go "Man, I'm so angry I could demolish this stand with an energy blast" and then Cocoa takes a shot with that statement in the air, and we hold the guy in place again for good measure.
>>6024412What kind of prizes are left?
Rolled 9, 13, 13 = 35 (3d20)Interesting. All righty, we're back!And with that, roll me 1d20, best of three! DC is 11!
Rolled 5 (1d20)>>6025176Kobe!
Rolled 6 (1d20)>>6025176
Rolled 10 (1d20)>>6025176
>>6025182>>6025183>>6025188Oof, just barely missed the mark! Writing...
Hmm...
>>6024412You do glance towards the person that was trying to sabotage the game, but figure they’ve learned their lesson this time. No need to start up a fuss. “My turn!” you call out, though you then turn to Cocoa. “Unless you wanna go first…?”She shakes her head. “By all means, Peppa, give it a try.”You take the blaster and take aim at the targets. This should be pretty easy. Giving her a smile, you start off pretty well, hitting the first few targets. Heh, no prob. You smile at Cocoa. Just gotta keep it up and- wait wait crap you got that one right? Okay no focus, focus-!…You missed the last targets.https://youtu.be/_asNhzXq72w?si=c-wGMeXJGnytw3cxHanging your head low, you feel Cocoa pat your back reassuringly. “There there, can’t win ‘em all.”Letting out a sigh, you hand her the blaster. “I have the reflexes to dodge punches going multiple times beyond the speed of sound, I’ve managed to hit things kilometers away, I’ve been able to hit a planet with another planet, how is it I keep messing up on things like this…?” you ask aloud.Cocoa takes aim. “Maybe you’re just relaxed enough to allow yourself to miss. You’re not in a fight to save the world or anything. It’s just a little shooting gallery game.” She then manages to actually hit all the targets. You’re not even sure if she was trying that hard, because even she seems a bit surprised by it. Regardless, she gets her prize as well, and gives you a kiss on the cheek. “Don’t stress over it, okay?”>A. …Okay, a fair point. I’ll just continue to relax tonight, then>B. Better make sure that person that was trying to rig the game isn’t still messing with it, just in case>C. Check out the other games, see if they have any fun little prizes>D. You should head over to the dance floor next!>E. …Should probably grab a few things to eat, some of those appetizers look good>F. Something else?
>>6025260>D. You should head over to the dance floor next!"Challenge you to a dance off Cocoa!"
>>6025260>E. …Should probably grab a few things to eat, some of those appetizers look goodSee if they have any oysters, some avocado salad, and top it all with tartar sauce!
>>6025260>>6025263Supporting, I have dance in mind even!https://youtu.be/KGsn0eCZoz8Here's the first part...
>>6025260>>6025263>>6025284And here's the part where we throw them into the air!
>>6025260>A. …Okay, a fair point. I’ll just continue to relax tonight, then>F. But you put a lot of work into it, prepping for tonight. I appreciate it! And you! I wanna do things like that for you, I had so many chances leading up to tonight to do them and I didn't and I blew it. My training to get stronger is no excuse, you're who I'm fighting for. I... I'm going to go stuff my mouth with hors-d'oeuvres real quick, k?>E. Stuff this mouth saying these dumb words full of food!
>>6025260Backing>>6025263>>6025284>>6025289
>>6025302Yes.>>6025260Supporting >>6025302
>>6025260>A.>F. Return kiss!>E. The dance of snacks commence.
>>6025260Support >>6025317
>>6025260>>6025317Support!
>>6025260>. …Okay, a fair point. I’ll just continue to relax tonight, then>C. Check out the other games, see if they have any fun little prizes
Real quick, one more roll of 1d20, best of three! DC is 9.
Rolled 5 (1d20)>>6025337
Rolled 19 (1d20)>>6025337
Rolled 17 (1d20)>>6025337
Rolled 8, 1, 17 = 26 (3d20)>>6025338>>6025341>>6025342Passed! Nice work! Writing...
>>6025344>Rolled 8, 1,Oh no!
>>6025344Night, thanks for running!
Thanks for playing!>>6025260Softly sighing, you shake your head and turn to face her. “…Okay. Fair point. I’ll just continue to relax tonight then.” You give her a kiss back, and you start to lead her away from the games and towards the tables with appetizers on them. “But you’ve put a lot of work into this, prepping for tonight and helping me get everything together and just… I’ve had plenty of chances on my own to do some stuff for you, but I’ve spent a lot of them training and trying to get ready for the next big threat. I feel like I should be doing more for you, especially since you’re the biggest thing I’m training to protect and…”Cocoa giggles and gently pets your head. “You’ve done a lot already. You still do what you can to make time for me, and I appreciate that. I know you’ve been trying hard to be ready for what’s next, but don’t think I want to push you away from that, okay?” Her hand moves down and takes yours, holding it gently. She then adds with a playful smirk, “You’re blushing again, you know.”Dang it, you are. “...Imma stuff some hors-d'oeuvres down my maw so I stop babbling on like that.” That gets her giggling, but you do make good on that, dancing some of the appetizers over to your mouth with telekinesis, to the bewilderment of the lady serving them. Wait one of those ain’t shrimp, that’s lobster! This place can get LOBSTER for high schoolers? Better funded than you thought. You try one of the bao buns and- ooooh that’s a pizza one! Let’s see, and there’s some fish tacos, and crab rangoon, and jalapeno poppers, and dragon roll sushi, and deviled dino eggs, and- …you smell something vaguely off near the punch bowl.(cont.)
>>6025393“Feeling better?” Cocoa asks, having one of the jalapeno poppers herself.“Mhngmfgbuh.” you mumble out, then properly chew the deviled egg. “Ahem. Yeah, I think so. In fact…” You look to the dance floor. Still got quite a few people there, but not super crowded. “Come on, dance-off! Let’s go!” You take her by the hand and pull her with you.https://youtu.be/tADkcVFXpIw?si=R9nWDd2swX1srVS8She’s initially surprised by the sudden movement, and stumbles for a bit as she tries to follow along, but you’re already dancing. You’ve got a good groove going, and while it takes a bit for her to match it, Cocoa is able to follow along pretty quickly. You’re still rather quick on your feet, moving around the dance floor, energetic but very well coordinated, matching the beat of the song well. Near the end, Cocoa moves toward you quickly, and you toss her into the air, catching her with both hands. That gets a few cheers from the crowd.The music switches over to a slower, more emotional, romantic tune, with plenty more people taking the opportunity to try and get on the dance floor. You and Cocoa look at one another, with her asking, “Wanna keep going?”>A. Absolutely! May I have this dance, my Cocoa?>B. Eh, maybe next song, less crowded>C. Let’s get a drink real quick (and maybe hint at the punch bowl potentially being off)>D. Something else?That said, again,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!Also, vote open until then!
>>6025394Throwing them in the air was a reference to>“Oh relax, nothing too… scandalous. Unless you plan to throw more panties into the air-”The girl in that video did a flip that upended her skirt, so that would be throwing them in the air, not her, our gf, in the air>C. Let’s get a drink real quick (and maybe hint at the punch bowl potentially being off)
>>6025394>A. Absolutely! May I have this dance, my Cocoa?
>>6025394>C. Let’s get a drink real quick (and maybe hint at the punch bowl potentially being off)
>>6025394>A!>D. Let Cocoa lead this one and just take in the scenery.
>>6025394Support >>6025401If we do C, bring a cup over via telekinesis
>>6025394>D. Look at the band playing Earth Angel, why do those girls have fox masks on? And why do those look similar to the one from Great Grandpa's things at home?
>>6025405I prefer "Can't Take My Eyes Off You" desu>>6025394>>6025402Supporting, but beware that levitating a cup through a dance floor is asking for it to be spilled on someone dancing and then a brawl happens
Rolled 11, 8, 10 = 29 (3d20)Okay! We are back!And again, real quick, roll me 1d20, best of three! DC is... 8.
Rolled 1 (1d20)>>6026134
Rolled 11 (1d20)>>6026134
Rolled 15 (1d20)>>6026134
Rolled 6 (1d20)>>6026134
Rolled 6, 2, 2 = 10 (3d20)>>6026138>>6026139>>6026140Passed! If with slight difficulty. Writing...
>>6025394“Absolutely!” You bow a little, holding your hand out. “May I have this dance, my Cocoa?” You also are kinda thirsty, though, so you telekinetically bring a cup over to one of the water jugs and get yourself a drink, trying carefully to float it over to you.She takes your hand and pulls you closer. “That you may, my dear Peppa.”https://youtu.be/19jBBilusdE?si=C3uqZOTYv_JTaRXqThe slow dance starts, and you let her take the lead. You smile at her, while trying to navigate the drink over to you. “By the way, watch out for the punch bowl. Something smelled off about it.”“You sure?” she asks in a hushed voice.“Mhm. Trying to not cause any commotion over it, but be aware.” You keep floating the drink over, trying to navigate it through the dancing couples. One or two almost knock into it, but swerve out of the way. It does kinda splash a bit as it bumps something, but it’s not anything major. Mostly it seems a couple students are complaining that… “the ghost is back”? Okay what. “…Cocoa did something try haunting this school recently?” you ask next.“Ssssorta? Some here handled it, I think.” she answers vaguely. “Hasn’t caused any problems recently.”“Oh this is a story I gotta hear more of… but that’s for later.” You take your drink and lean into her just a bit, letting her lead you around more. You get to look around a little, taking in some of the scenery. You can actually kinda picture how you and Cocoa look right now, dancing together, having a nice little moment. One that’s almost spoiled as Cocoa fails to notice the bit of water you spilled as she leads you around, and you end up slipping on it and falling forward into her. “Whuah!”…And you end up in a slightly more compromising position than you really wanted to. Damn your shorter stature. Cocoa though just gives you an amused smile, teasingly remarking, “You’re not usually that forward.” Your face goes beet red, and she pulls you back up. “Kidding, kidding.”Softly sighing, you look her in the eyes. God she’s so pretty. She looks so happy and radiant and just… you’re so lucky to have her. Your Cocoa. The song reaches its end, and… you and Cocoa pull in towards one another again, sharing a sweet, blissful kiss.The two of you leave the dance floor. “That was nice.” she comments with a smile. She does however notice someone going for the punch bowl, and asks, “…Should we, uh, warn someone?”>A. Yeah, better do that, just in case>B. Eh it should be fine, they’ll find out soon enough>C. Check around, Ki sense, see if there’s anything out of the ordinary>D. Something else?
>>6026227>A. Yeah, better do that, just in case>D. A cardboard cutout of Spike the Devilman standing near it should do the trick! Whaddya mean no one will get it?
>>6026227>A. Yeah, better do that, just in case
>>6026227Exen vote: >>6026227>A. Yeah, better do that, just in case>D. If necessary, have the bowl "spontaneuosly" break with a small invisible wave of ki. Or magic materialize something more obviously, undrinkably bad in the mix. People here already suspect some ghostly shenanigans anyway.
>>6026227>B. Eh it should be fine, they’ll find out soon enough
>>6026227>“Ssssorta? Some here handled it, I think.” she answers vaguely."So what is it, some kinda, Youkai Watch?">B. While I strive to live honestly and not deal in misdeeds, Grandpa also gave the teaching, "Don't be a narc, missy!"
>>6026227Hit supports >>6026246And yeah same
>>6026227“Yeeeaaah better do that, just in case. But let’s not make too big a deal about it, right?” you ask.“Yeah, that’s a good idea.” she affirms.You find that there are a few people that’ve got some cups of punch. None of them seem to be suffering much from whatever’s in it so far. Still, better safe than sorry. What to do about it though, exactly? You could just like… break the punch bowl, or maybe…You grin a bit.Oh you know what to do.“Cocoa, gotta rely on my acting skills just a bit.” you tell your girlfriend.She raises an eyebrow. “Um… okay.” She’s hesitant but at the very least intrigued. You explain a bit through telepathy, and she grins a bit as well.The two of you approach one of the teachers chaperoning the winter formal. “Pardon me sir.” you speak up. “The punch is haunted.”He turns to you. “…Pardon?”“Punch’s haunted.” Cocoa affirms with confidence.You point over at the punch, the ladel in it swirling around on its own (thanks to your telekinesis). “See? Haunted.”“What the…!” He marches on over to the bowl, and you and Cocoa follow. “Again?!”...You look towards your girlfriend once more, and the “again” is news to her, but she’s nonchalant about it. Okay, time to get your acting skills going! The ladel stops swirling and gets a cup out, filling it. And… yeah you can definitely smell something off about it. You think you know what it is now, at least. Not some nefarious scheme by grand villains, not some actual haunting, just someone trying to spike the punch bowl. You’re surprised no one’s actually able to taste it, though maybe some can and are trying to pretend otherwise.“Hey! Hey you put that down, ghost!” the teacher tries to demand of it without raising his voice and drawing attention. He picks up the whole bowl, sighing. You use telekinesis to make the ice and orange slices form a face, which laughs at him. “Oh you’re not pulling this again! Out with you! Out!” Turning to you and Cocoa, he exasperatedly says, “Thank you both, we’ll handle it.”You hear a soft “Damn it!” from a… pink lamp near the table. You can sense… Ki off of it too. Aha. Prankster spotted. But you’re not here for that, so you and Cocoa just head on your way.>A. Okay you gotta hear the ghost story now. How’d the school get haunted by one?>B. Find a place to sit down with your girlfriend a bit, and just relax>C. Well, we should wrap this up soon. Shall I take you home, Cocoa?>D. Something else?And again,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!Also, vote open until then!
>>6026348>B. Find a place to sit down with your girlfriend a bit, and just relax>Nice to take my mind off training! Speaking of, how's your training to be an idol going? You still gonna "cream that Meringue girl" in the audition?
>>6026348>B. Find a place to sit down with your girlfriend a bit, and just relax
>>6026348 #>B. Find a place to sit down with your girlfriend a bit, and just relax>D. Pay some attention on the Pink Pranksers ki, just in case.
>>6026348>B.>A.>D. Wrap tail around girlfriend while relaxing.
>>6026348>B.Support this D. >>6026725
>>6026348>A. Okay you gotta hear the ghost story now. How’d the school get haunted by one?And supporting >>6026925
>>6026348Thanks for running! Later, can you please make a version of the dance with the throw replaced by the>>6025284hand-stand and flip, done by the not-familiar-with-skirts Peppa?>C. Well, we should wrap this up soon. Shall I take you home, Cocoa?Her parents won't be expecting us home until midnight... her parents won't be back home until midnight!>>6026456>>6026925Supporting too
>>6026348>>6026354Support, but can her rival be called Marjorine instead? I'm still fine with it either way, Lillie just seems like a Marjorine.>>6026456Smart thinking, support!>>6026725Nice~! Support!
Please don't.
>>6026943>Support, but can her rival be called Marjorine instead?Alrighty>>6026348>>6026354Changing to "cream that Marjorine girl"
>>6026348>A. Okay you gotta hear the ghost story now. How’d the school get haunted by one?https://youtu.be/fq3abPnEEGE
>>6026936Peppa's worn skirts before.Apologies, got caught up at work earlier, things were a bit of a chore to deal with. Won't be running much tonight, but we will be back for this:>>6026348You make sure that the pink prankster doesn’t try anything else, keeping watch on through sensing its Ki, but otherwise don’t make much of a deal about it. Instead, you find a place to sit down for a bit with your girlfriend, a nice place on the roof. Same one you ended up running off to when you… ended up with a very enthusiastic display during her school play. Quite a lot’s happened since then, huh?You wrap your tail around her waist gently, relaxing against her, cuddling with her. “This was nice.” you say sweetly.“It was.” she agrees, petting your hair gently. Then, with a slightly mischievous smirk, her other hand pets your tail gently and aaahhh.“C-Cocoa…!” you call out, blushing a bit. She giggles, and you bury your face in her shoulder.“Well, you put it there.” She gives you a kiss on the forehead, the two of you staring out at the night sky for a bit.The flustered response over, you turn to her and ask, “Really, it’s nice to be able to take my mind off training. Speaking of, how’s your own training been going? I remember you mentioning auditioning against… Marjorine, was it?”“Still don’t know what was in that bag of hers…” Cocoa grumbles. “But yeah, I’m plenty ready. Role of La Maupin is as good as mine, and Marjorine ain’t gonna know what hit her when give my performance.”You raise an eyebrow. “...Pretty sure she knows what ‘cream’ is. You did tell me you were gonna cr-AAahhh!~” She gives your tail another soft pet before you could finish and your body shivers slightly.“Cheeky.” she teases, sticking her tongue out at you. You give her a quick kiss before she can say anything else and go back to resting against her.(cont.)
>>6027127“...Guess there’s one more thing I gotta know.” you bring up.“What’s that?”You sit up a bit, telling her, “You gotta tell me that ghost story. Not every day I hear about a school like yours have to handle something like that.”“Ohhh right right right, that.” Cocoa sits up as well. “So a month and a half ago, there were these weird noises reported coming from the elevator. After a day or two, there was this… spirit or something that kept showing up, telling anyone who interacted with her, ‘…no… you’re not the one…’ or something to that effect.”“That’s… spooky.” you remark.“It kept up for a while, until the ghost got more and more upset over not finding the person she was looking for. Started flinging around things near every time it left the elevator, became more and more demanding. They had to close it for a time, but an amateur exorcist here was able to work with some other students to find who this ghost might be. Think it was like… Honoka? Helena? Something like that. Latte got roped into helping them at the time, and from the sound of things they were able to pacify the ghost. Or something. At least got it to stop haunting the elevator.”You shake your head. “Sounds like they went through a lot. What exactly was the ghost looking for anyway?”Cocoa rubs the back of her neck. “...She, er, got stood up by a guy apparently, right before she… y’know, passed on, and… didn’t cope with it well. At least that’s how it sounded to me. Latte dressed up like an old friend of hers and spent much of the night trying to ease her away from a number of crazed lovestricken ideas that’d been floating around her mind for the last 20 or so years. First the ones about trying to kidnap the guy, then the ones about trying to put a curse on him, and then the ones about taking over the ‘skank’ that he picked over her. To her credit, Latte handled it really well.”“Wow, that’s… yeah, vengeful and obsessive spirits haunting elevators is a bit outside the norm for regular high school students.” you express, holding her a bit closer.She smiles and nuzzles you, and the two of you sit together for another moment. Cocoa then asks, “…Hey, Peppa?”“Hm?”“Have you… thought about what you want to do once all these big threats to Earth are all settled and done with?” she questions, her voice a bit more serious.(cont.)
>>6027129>A. Well, I’m a martial artist. My training, skills, body, all of them are parts of an ever-changing expression of art. I want to keep getting stronger, honing myself and my skills, maybe pass them on to someone some day. Doesn’t mean it’ll consume my life, but it’s always going to be a part of it>B. I wanna keep working on my drawings, actually. It’s something I still really enjoy doing, and want to keep doing and improving on. Heh, who knows, maybe when I’m older some will get featured in a big name gallery somewhere>C. Well… I kinda want to try some more charity work some time. I’ve seen that there are still places here on Earth that need help, to say nothing of those among the stars. People out there need help, and I’d like to help them>D. Oh, I dunno. Two of us get married, I get to live a wonderful life with my hot movie star wife, maybe raise up a couple kids if we’re up for that~>E. Something else?Sadly, again,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Sorry for things being cut short, it should be better tomorrow. Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!Also, vote open until then!
>>6027132>A. Well, I’m a martial artist. My training, skills, body, all of them are parts of an ever-changing expression of art. I want to keep getting stronger, honing myself and my skills, maybe pass them on to someone some day. Doesn’t mean it’ll consume my life, but it’s always going to be a part of it>B. I wanna keep working on my drawings, actually. It’s something I still really enjoy doing, and want to keep doing and improving on. Heh, who knows, maybe when I’m older some will get featured in a big name gallery somewhere>C. Well… I kinda want to try some more charity work some time. I’ve seen that there are still places here on Earth that need help, to say nothing of those among the stars. People out there need help, and I’d like to help them>D. Oh, I dunno. Two of us get married, I get to live a wonderful life with my hot movie star wife, maybe raise up a couple kids if we’re up for that~>E. Something else?"What about you? I wanna support what you wanna do most of all."
>>6027132>A. Well, I’m a martial artist. My training, skills, body, all of them are parts of an ever-changing expression of art. I want to keep getting stronger, honing myself and my skills, maybe pass them on to someone some day. Doesn’t mean it’ll consume my life, but it’s always going to be a part of it>E. Something else?"What about you? I wanna support what you wanna do, after all."
>>6027132>C.>E. I can't imagine these kinds of threats will ever be OVER, at least not enough to be sure of it, so dropping training entirely isn't really an option... but I also can't spend my entire life fighting. And I can't keep worrying about needing to. Or waiting for just the right time to let myself relax and be happy...
>>6027132>E. ...there was a time period lasting four score and 200 years in which the Dragon Balls hadn't needed to be used. It ended when my Mom came to Earth!>Where we go, trouble follows, and vice versa. It's a fact of life that there will always be bigger threats to deal with, but also people who need help with them.>C. Well… I kinda want to try some more charity work some time. I’ve seen that there are still places here on Earth that need help, to say nothing of those among the stars. People out there need help, and I’d like to help them
>>6027132>A. Well, I’m a martial artist. My training, skills, body, all of them are parts of an ever-changing expression of art. I want to keep getting stronger, honing myself and my skills, maybe pass them on to someone some day. Doesn’t mean it’ll consume my life, but it’s always going to be a part of itAnd supporting>>6027145and >>6027148's E
>>6027132>>6027158Woop, almost forgot!>D. Oh, I dunno. Two of us get married, I get to live a wonderful life with my hot movie star wife, maybe raise up a couple kids if we’re up for that~Though, I really want this to be an internal resolution. We're not even out of high school, that's way too young to be making a proposal!So in the Journey to the West, chapter 53, there's this one magic river. Can we find a magic river like it?Anyway, thanks for writing a story I love, Kato! It's been a great trip.
>>6027127>Peppa's worn skirts before.Okie dokie! Please, can you make an edit the scene with the handstand and a flip, and Peppa is aware that her girlfriend and others are getting an eyeful?I'll be honest, the skirtflip is why I suggested the dance and it's what I want to see.>>6027132>A. Well, I’m a martial artist. My training, skills, body, all of them are parts of an ever-changing expression of art. I want to keep getting stronger, honing myself and my skills, maybe pass them on to someone some day. Doesn’t mean it’ll consume my life, but it’s always going to be a part of it>B. I wanna keep working on my drawings, actually. It’s something I still really enjoy doing, and want to keep doing and improving on. Heh, who knows, maybe when I’m older some will get featured in a big name gallery somewhereAnd I agree with >>6027190 that the idea of D is nice, but No Way can we spring that on her now!
>“Still don’t know what was in that bag of hers…”Lu lu lu, she got some apples!>>6027132>B. I wanna keep working on my drawings, actually. It’s something I still really enjoy doing, and want to keep doing and improving on. Heh, who knows, maybe when I’m older some will get featured in a big name gallery somewhere>C. Well… I kinda want to try some more charity work some time. I’ve seen that there are still places here on Earth that need help, to say nothing of those among the stars. People out there need help, and I’d like to help them>E. "And I wanna support you most of all. I'll be your biggest fan... especially in Summertime!"
>>6027398I don't think we really need that.>>6027132Hit Vote:>E.>"Well, I can't just assume threats will end, and honestly my training and development of myself and my techniques as works of art will always be part of me, but I -would- like to expand; both my own artistic horizons and my experiences. Being out there, around the world and across the stars is so exciting and fulfilling. Being able to learn about and help so many different people. And I'd like to capture it all in my drawings to show everyone what I've experienced." >After that, a sly look and>"You know, when I'm not chasing after a beautiful movie star."Support, and support this E. >>6027148And >B.
>>6027681>I don't think we really need that.Please hear me out, tl;dr at the bottom.Peppa flashing her pantsu on purpose is flirty, but it's still done on purpose. It puts the control in her hands, and any consequences from it are hers to reap. Like wrapping the tail around Cocoa, that tail is something extremely sensitive and is ripe to be taken advantage of, but Peppa trusts Cocoa with it, and Cocoa does play with it. The tail doesn't have a mind of its own to tease Cocoa without Peppa's knowing, Cocoa doesn't grip it by mistake or lean on Peppa's tail to produce a reaction. Any teasing with it is done entirely with the consent of them both.We did have that tumble straight out of TLR because of the nat 1, but it was an accident inflicted on them and Peppa cursed herself for it. I didn't feel good about it despite how explicitly fanservicey it was meant to be. It wasn't until Cocoa's being cool about it that I could enjoy how much trust she has in Peppa because right now I'm emulating Peppa and can only take away as much from this as she does.tl;dr If something racy can just happen to us from rolls and leave us embarassed even when its out of our hands, we should allow us to do it on purpose and make it ours.
>>6027727We really don't need to have Kato write a scene involving Peppa flashing her girlfriend, accidentally or otherwise, especially since it's well past the point of it mattering.Please stop.
>>6027735Can you stop fighting people? They told Kato they wanted to do a panty-flip in their vague-ass write-in, and asked her to write it. And if you'll read that out loud, you may see that you don't need to do anything.
>>6027727I will admit this does require a lot of trust to pull off, between the players and the QM. I want to see this happen, but it's still up to Kato to roll with it, and if she says "No" that's the end of it. I hope she can trust it's a bit of teasing to make a dance scene more amusing, but I figure I need to show I can leave it at that.>>6027735I brought this up to her immediately, and she replied "Peppa's worn skirts before." So I accepted that and proposed Peppa do the handstand knowingly. It's not a yes or no yet.I also don't appreciate your words, you're speaking for the rest of us, and you're not acting like it's past the point of it mattering, you're currently arguing against it now. The vote for this happened days ago, I just want to see a version of the scene where the write-in's intent is expressed, for better or worse.
>>6027747>they wanted to do a panty-flip in their vague-ass write-inHow was it vague? >>6025289I had a video for it and the filename was "pantsu dansu"
>>6027127Sweeeet!>>6027129Cocoa, that ghost story wasn't scary at all! It needs the little details, first-hand accounts, creaks and groans the elevator makes, shadows in the flickering lights, the button to the sixth floor lighting up three times, so annoying but doesn't this school have three floors? I want some mystery, the little details that mean little on their own should clue us in on what her deal is, having it all layed out there like that kills the interest deader than the girl what died!You really need to work on your rakugo routine, any story can be a performance. As of right now, you don't even what she's got in the bag, but she's for sure got it more than you! Git gud!>>6027132>Now I don't wanna do anything else as nasty as that critique besides kissing! C'mere!>D. Gee lesbos, how come Shenron granted you TWO kids?>E. I love your performances so much and want to watch you make Marjorine go "I can't believe it's not meeeee!" I'm rooting for you!
>>6027783>you don't even what she's got in the bag, but she's for sure got it more than you!Damn!>>6027132Supporting, if it's not too late. Also,, I wanna add on,>"My mom is really good at ghost stories, you should ask her to tell you some! The one with the Scissorman scared us straight on playing with scissors, lemme tell you hahaha!">smooth over the hairs on our tail as Maple's whispers of 'snip snip' ring in our ears>"On an unrelated note, can we go home it's dark out please."
>>6027132Supporting >>6027783 but didn't you already vote?
>>6027132>>6027152Oh hey forgot this one. Cancelling it and doing >>6027783 please.>>6027796Thanks skirtflipper!
>>6027788And thanks for the support, but I do not get the reference, sorry. Is the scissorman Puar? Is it a deep cut Puar joke?
>>6027800>Thanks skirtflipper!...Anytime!
I am against skirt flipping for the underage girl because it makes me feel uncomfortable.
>>6027801Nah, Maple speaks German sometimes so then she'd read her kids stuff likehttps://youtu.be/VpBJsVw000w?si=ZIivd4etaeBrXjpD>>6027876Glad to hear you say that, I'm a bit iffy on all the dancing, kissing, petting and planning how many children to have when they're of age.Ooh, would Cocoa be into getting groomed by the monkeygirl, or are bugs too icky?
>>6027876>I am against skirt flipping for the underage girl because it makes me feel uncomfortable.You don't have to read it if it gets made, then? Oh that's a good idea, may I see the write-in edit in a pastebin, please Kato?
Yeah, no, we're not doing that. At least make it clear what you're actually voting for when the vote's being made.Also I can be lenient this time, but no more changes after 6:30.Anyway, we're back.>>6027132https://youtu.be/0dqpvYKVW4s?si=vwAezssVVY326ghNYou… actually have to think that over for a moment. There are a number of things you want to do, things you’re striving toward, that you know would be easier during times of peace. But that’s a bit of a qualifier, isn’t it? “If… if I’m being completely honest, it’s hard to imagine a point where the threats to Earth are really ‘over,’ at least it’s not something I can say for certain. Even if the current threats we’ve been facing are beaten tomorrow, there might be something else on the horizon. So it’s not like one day I’m gonna stop my training…” You glance at Cocoa, noticing her looking a little sad. You smile at her though. “…but that doesn’t mean I’m gonna spend my whole life fighting. It’s a part of it, sure, it always will be, but I can’t let a worry that I have to keep preparing for the next big battle direct where I want my life to go. I can’t let it dictate when I should allow myself to just… relax, and be happy…” You rest your head on her shoulder to emphasize that last part.She smiles again, nuzzling the top of your head. “Peppa…”“I do still want to keep up my training, though, for my own sake. I’m a martial artist. My training, my skills, my very body, they’re all part of an ever-changing expression of art. I want to keep at that, honing my abilities and getting stronger, some day passing them on. I know not to let it be something that consumes my life, but it’s always going to a part of it I enjoy.” you express passionately, holding a hand out, spreading your fingers, and making a fist. Then, however, you ease it and make a shape like you’re holding a pencil or pen. “Just as my actual art is a part of my life. I really do enjoy drawing and want to keep expanding my skills there. I can keep expanding my horizons there, maybe some day… I dunno, see my works featured in a big name gallery or something when I’m older. I’m not entirely sure if I’ll be going to some art school for it or something, but going forward, that’s something I’d like to do beyond my training.”“Martial Artist and Professional Artist…” Cocoa muses with a sweet look on her face. “You know, some might find those to be completely different directions to go in, but, I kinda get it. They’re both expressions of your art, of yourself.”(cont.)
>>6027911“Let’s see… beyond that, I guess I’ve still been pretty affected by my time exploring the Earth and even the worlds beyond. Being out there, traveling the world, venturing across the stars, it’s exciting and fulfilling. I’d like to capture some of that in my drawings, but beyond that, I also know there are those that still need help out there. I guess… I’d still want to do some kind of charity work? At least, I’d like to still go out there and help people. It’s probably not the more immediate ‘peace time’ thing I want to focus on, not going to be something I’d seek out constantly, but it’s still something I’d want to do going forward.”Your girlfriend nods. “I do have to admit, even with all the crazy stuff we’ve gotten into… there is still a bit of a thrill in getting into those adventures with you. And sure, helping people’s nice, though not exactly gonna try to seek out trouble.”“I know, I know.” you reassure her. “But… thanks. All the same, I wanna still be there for you, when you’ve got a big audition or play or something coming up. Rooting for you, keeping pace with you. Even when you’re a big name movie star.” you add with a sly smirk. “I’d have said ‘beautiful movie star’ but you’re already beautiful.”She giggles. “You flatterer.”You hold her close. And… a few thoughts float around your head. In a slightly teasing tone, you comment, “Correction, actually. When you’re -my- big name movie star wife.”Cocoa gets a bit flustered by that. “P-Peppa!”“But, really, it is what you wanna do, right? It’s the path you want to walk down. And I wanna be there supporting you every step of the way.”She sighs and kisses you again. “Thank you. And yeah. It’s the goal I wanna keep working towards.”>A. It is getting late, let’s get you home>B. Wanna head off and see the sights a bit before we call it a night?>C. Something else?
>>6027912>A. It is getting late, let’s get you home
>>6027912>A. It is getting late, let’s get you home"I said I'd have you home by midnight. Doesn't mean we have to instantly return. Let's just enjoy each other's company on the way."
>>6027912>A. It is getting late, let’s get you home>C. Clothes Beam her a pokeplushie!Should it be pocket sized, or- WAIT, a button in its paw to have it change size from "Keychain," "Snuggle," and "Beanbag"! And it'll shoot out the evolve light when it does too, niiiiice!>>6027926No offense, but B's right there shit-ass
>>6027912>A. It is getting late, let’s get you home>C. Fly her home in a huggably-close princess carry.Absolutely gratuitously unecessary to do. We can teleport, she can fly. So... its perfect. And maybe go over a scenic route if possible? Of course when flying around in the early evening everything is gonna be scenic by default...
>>6027938Cute I'll support that C.
>>6027911>Yeah, no, we're not doing that. At least make it clear what you're actually voting for when the vote's being made.Thank you for the straight answer, and I did make it clear what I was voting for. I had a video, and the post said "and this is the part where we" so you would need to watch the video to understand it. I tried to make a joke that I thought you would get, and it failed. That is all.>>6027912>A. It is getting late, let’s get you home>>6027929>>6027938>>6027926Supporting write-ins.
>>6027938>And maybe go over a scenic route if possible? Of course when flying around in the early evening everything is gonna be scenic by default...>B's right there shit-ass
>>6027938>A. It is getting late, let’s get you home>C. Fly her home in a huggably-close princess carry.
>>6027946We're still doing >A its just including a little bit of the *intent* of >B. We aren't actually putzing around going back and forth to places, we just get a birds eye view and a casual speed for our flight plan.Probably should have pointed that out better. Apologues.
>>6027912>>6027926Flying hand in hand sounds great.
>>6027912Support >>6027938And >C.A kiss on the hand once she's home to close out the night.
>>6027957It is acceptable. I do still like the princess carry but at least be hand in hand before showing up to her house. She's gonna flustered enough as it is.As intended.
>>6027938>>6027956>>6027961All me, BTW. This mobile signal ain't consistent. Should keep on using the name.
>>6027957Sound so nice, we're doing it twice!>>6023528
>>6027961I also like this C. It's a classy move. Support.
>>6027961This is good, yes. Drown the world in wholesome affections.
>>6027912>>6027929Supporting the C, I have a pair of plushies in mind.>"Black, or White?">>6027955Supporting, but I want to be princess carried by her while she's flying, or fly her while we are being princess carried.
>>6027970Oh yeah, we each get one to keep.
>>6027979No... to trade every time we sleep over!
>>6027912>>6027970>>6027979>>6027980But of course! And One More Thing to give the creation of them a bit more razzle dazzle, and to show how far we've come with the clothes beam and our training, >We ask Cocoa to produce some energy, borrow it, and meld it with our own to use in the creation of our two plushies!>And when she's tired from doing that, she hugs the plushy close
>>6027912Supporting>>6027938>>6027955>>6027961>>6027983
>>6027912>>6027983Supporting again,And goodnight, Kato! Thanks for running!
>>6027912“Well, it’s getting late, let’s get you home.” you tell Cocoa, standing up and taking her by the hand. “I did say I’d get you there by midnight. Of course, doesn’t mean teleporting you to your house or anything. Let’s fly on back.” you suggest, starting to float upward.She stands up with you, then lifts into the air with you. “Sounds like a plan, Peppa.”https://youtu.be/EPw9c0QTiCg?si=LWMAgRvt2RT7oRKPYou both fly hand in hand across the city, taking in the sights, but making sure you don’t take too long. Midway, you pull her close and hold her in your arms, shifting around and princess carrying her the rest of the way, her arms wrapped around you close as she looks on lovingly. Landing at the door, you carry her inside, with Cocoa giving you a soft kiss on the cheek. You set her down, and then bow to her, bringing her right hand up and kissing the back of it. “I’ll see you again soon, my Cocoa.”She blushes but smiles. “I’ll hold you to that, my Peppa.”You then Clothes Beam up a paired couple of plush figures, a couple Pokemon the two of you like, and offer her one. “We’ll make sure these two see one another again, too.”Girlishly giggling, she says a simple “Thank you.” as she picks the white one. “Maybe we’ll trade ‘em back and forth, yeah?”“Sounds good to me.”(cont.)
>>6028042“My my, 11:49, you kept your word, Peppa.” a familiar voice speaks up in an amused tone.“M-mom!” Cocoa exclaims, almost leaping up.She giggles softly as she heads down the stairs. “You two are adorable together. And it looks like you both had quite a fun time.”“Ahahaha…” you laugh bashfully, rubbing the back of your neck. “W-well, I should be off now…” You place two fingers on your forehead and lock on to Groucho’s Ki.In the seconds before you leave, you hear Cocoa’s mother teasingly comment about how she remembers being bridal carried- gyah! You weren’t-! …Wait what’s the difference between bridal and princess-? Guh, nevermind, home home home home!You teleport next to Groucho, who himself is relaxing with your brother. You spot Buu snacking over near the couch, and notice mom’s back as well. She looks to you with a smile. “Have fun, Peppa?”“From the look on her face, I’d say so. In fact I’d even bet things went over even better than you planned.” Gohan comments. “Aren’t you a little young to start propo-?” You Clothes Beam a “DOOFUS” shirt at your brother’s smug face before he can finish the sentence.“Don’t tease your sister.” Maple scolds lightly. “Anyway, glad you had fun, Ghost Pepper.”“Thanks, Momma Bird.” you say with a bit more ease in your voice. “Everything go well in Mifan?”“Yeah, we handled it before it could get out of hand.” She walks out of the kitchen and into the living room, hands on her hips. “We have a different thing to focus on now anyway. Peppa, Gohan, I want the both to get plenty of rest. Tonight, and prep anything you might need.” Her voice is noticeably more serious. And you can probably tell why.“...Izzy’s done it, hasn’t she?”Mom gives a nod. “Yeah. At minimum, we’re gonna get two teams set up, because the rescue missions will start tomorrow.”>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!
>>6028044>Peppa, Gohan, I want the both to get plenty of rest. Tonight, and prep anything you might need.”>"You said it, I sure am," yawn>Look out the window to see daylight>"...hungry, what's for lunch?"Aw, I thought you would like the part where we borrow Cocoa's energy to tie it in to the beginning. Oh well, thanks for running!
>>6028042>“We’ll make sure these two see one another again, too.”...hueheuehuehueheue>>6028044>“Aren’t you a little young to start propo-?”Bro was stalking us? Super creepy. Can we go on separate teams?
Okay everyone, it's go time! We're back!>>6028044https://youtu.be/szoxpAmZ36w?si=wvyMgLb0MLUVkFXmThere’s a massive gathering of people at the area near Kress Castle where Towa and Dabura had their “parley.” You, Gohan, mom, Buu, Izzy, uncle Acer, aunt Chi-chi, uncle Raditz, Izzy’s gang, Monty, 19, Videl, Pantea, Yamcha, 16, Sala, Hado, Jaki, Chuu Lee, Lapis, Lazuli, Krillin, Piccolo, Lao, Basilea and her Majin attendants, and even Melchior and a woman with him you hadn’t actually met much before by the name of “Wyerta” (apparently Melchior and Jaki know her, and Izzy rescued her), are all gathered there. You also notice a conspicuous white vehicle parked somewhat nearby, but according to mom it’s fine. Izzy’s gathered up a portion of the dreamstone and sets them down on a kind of Magic Circle.Just then, in teleports Grand Supreme Kai with a few others, Tapion and Minotia, but also Buula, Percel, and… oh hey, Bra! He smiles pleasantly at you all. “Greetings, warriors of Earth. It seems like you all have your preparations ready.”“Grand Supreme Kai, sir.” Gohan welcomes. “Given your company, I’d assume you’ve got some good news as well?”“Indeed. The Time Patrol has found a lead on Shin.” he confirms.“We’re also here to ensure whatever it is you’re trying to do doesn’t go awry.” Buula states bluntly.“Hey! I’ve taken every precaution possible, I’ve learned everything I can, and I’ve got a few experts on this with me.” Izzy protests.The Majin girl shakes her head. “Look, this is what the boss is asking of us, it’s just a precaution.”“We’re also here to ask for any other volunteers in retrieving Master Shin.” Tapion speaks up with a smile. “Minotia and I have already decided to join in.”“I think that works out well.” Maple says. “We shouldn’t send too many people out there, though, but it does make things a bit easier.” While she says this, Grand Supreme Kai also notices the vehicle parked somewhat close by, giving an amused look, but after glancing at Maple, who nods to him, he seems to be fine with it.“All right people, listen up!” Izzy calls out, drawing everyone’s attention. “Three team setup! Those of you who are gonna go with to help save Chiaotzu, over here! Those of you going to rescue Shin, with the Grand Supreme Kai! Those of you attempting to rescue Tien, with Basilea!”“It’ll still be best if we have some stay behind to keep watch over Earth.” Maple brings up. “Just in case.”(cont.)
>>602884619 marches right towards Izzy, standing near her. Expected, but good regardless. Keli, Lao, and Yamcha approach Basilea. Also expected. Piccolo heads on over to the Grand Supreme Kai, with the Kai giving a nod of appreciation.So, what will you do?Peppa:>A. Team Chiaotzu>B. Team Shin>C. Team Tien>D. Hold the fort>E. Something else?Gohan:>A. Team Chiaotzu>B. Team Shin>C. Team Tien>D. Hold the fort>E. Something else?Izzy:>A. Team Chiaotzu>B. Team Shin>C. Team Tien>D. Hold the fort>E. Something else?Try to pick one for each, and choose wisely. Also, if there are any team preferences for each, let me know now, otherwise I will pick them myself.
>>6028849>C. Team Tien>C. Team TienDon't think Gohan and Peppa have been around Basilea at the same time since they were kids. Last time Gohan met Basilea, it got ugly. Should be interesting.>B. Team Shinsup.
>>6028849Peppa>C. Tien>E. "Any leads on Dad?" He's in the Goku Room I bet. Gohan>B. ShinIzzy>A. Chiaotzu
>>6028849>C. Team Tien>E. Buula, Mini Buu said he wants to play with you / >D. Hold the Fort>B. Team Shin
>>6028849Pep>B. Team ShinGo>C. Team TienIzz>D. Hold the fort>>6028881Supporting>E. Buula, Mini Buu said he wants to play with youDaddy-daughter time can end before you know it...
>>6028849>>6028878I like these.
>>6028878https://youtu.be/mw6Ehz5BVcE
>>6028849Support >>6028878
>>6028849>B. Team Shin>A. Team Chiaotzu>He needs our help! We know what it's like to not have friends and be short and weird, Mood Kindred!>E. Invade Makai.The best defense is OFFENSE
>>6028849>A. Team Chiaotzu>B. Team Shin>Ask if there are any relics Shin had as Supreme Kai that could be linked to him in some way.>D. Hold the fort>See if we can use the Big Hakkero and our own to establish a network or energy to power big barriers.
>I get to live a wonderful life with my hot movie star wifeI'm a bit confused. Cocoa Amaguri was a pop idol before she was a movie star, and a big part of her canon character is lamenting that she's a washed up idol who had to fall back on blockbuster movies for her looks rather than her talent. Why is Cocoa the Actress being put front and center?
>>6029013It probably has to do with Kato taking the character White from the Pokemon Adventure BW manga and overwriting Cocoa with it. That, or she didn't do any research on idols.
What are you trying to prove, exactly?
apologies, passed out for a bit>>6028849“Any leads on dad?” you ask the Grand Supreme Kai, and then look at your cousin.He smiles sadly, shaking his head. “From the sound of things, finding your displaced father has been even harder than getting a lead on where Shin ended up at.”Gohan looks down with a frown, “I see…”“We will get him back.” your cousin declares. “This will work. It might take more time, but we’ll get him back too, I swear it.”She’s trying to reassure you all, but she’s confident about this. You give her an appreciative smile. “Thanks, cous.”You then watch Gohan head on over to the Grand Kai’s group. You kinda figure he’d be picking that one. Mom actually heads on over with him, as does Buu, who gives a wave to Buula. The Time Patroller awkwardly waves back to him. So. Mom, Gohan, Buu, Piccolo, Tapion, Minotia, will all be going with the Time Patrol and Grand Supreme Kai. An understandable grouping. So they’ll be the ones trying to find Shin.Meanwhile, you yourself walk towards Basilea, and you notice Pantea and Videl march alongside you. They both give you confident smiles, with Keli giving you a nod of appreciation. Krillin and uncle Acer actually walk on over as well. That means you, Videl, Pantea, Keli, Lao, Yamcha, Krillin, and uncle Acer will head off with Basilea and the Majin twins to try to get Tien out of Majin Ozotto.Lastly, Chuu Lee, uncle Raditz, 16, and Sala and Hado head over to 19 and Izzy, with your cousin declaring, “I’ll be going with them. I’ll be able to get everyone back with greater ease if I’m actually part of this. Jaki, Melchior, and Wyerta will be able to reopen the rift once our mission’s complete, but it’ll be safer with me helping stabilize it on the other side.”“Sounds like you have thought this through.” Percel remarks. “Very well.”“All right big shots, listen up!” Shun Shun calls out to your group. “This isn’t a sightseeing tour, you’re going to be tresspassing into the Demon Realm trying to find someone you all know is as sinister as he is clever, Majin Ozotto! If by some miracle you can punch Tien out of his guts or whatever, great, mission accomplished! But you’re probably going to be facing him somewhere he has the advantage, so you’ve got one shot at this before it goes to shit!”“To keep this simple, the rules are: do not get captured, avoid detection as best as possible, and prepare for the worst.” Haru Haru states bluntly. “Our goal is to get you people in and out, so don’t screw this up.”“There’s a high chance of him just up and leaving, and a slight one of him having some kind of reinforcements.” Basilea states. “If either happens, I want you all to abandon the mission, not chase him around the Demon Realm trying to end him. We don’t need this to cascade into some bigger problem.”(cont.)
>>6029076“Fine.” Videl agrees.“Understood.” Pantea says with a nod.“We go in, get Tien out, and leave. Solid plan.” Keli confirms.Uncle Acer gives her a thumb’s up, then pats the Masamune’s hilt. He looks over to his daughter and tells her, “Stay safe out there, kiddo.”“Same goes to you, dad.” Izzy responds. “So, teams ready?”https://youtu.be/muDdK21j3NM?si=XcdoQ-iswfyu6xrXThere’s a resounding shout of agreement. Here it goes. Izzy transforms into her Mahou state and readies the Dreamstone, Melchior and Jaki close by, supporting her. The magic circle activates, and then she clasps her hands together, a dark sphere of energy forming between them. She flings it up, then spreads her arms, with the sphere widening into a swirling mass of darkness, crackling with power. But then, Izzy pulls her right hand back, and thrusts it forward, palm open wide. The darkness shifts into a calmer blue color, opening up into an almost trippy swirl of energy. Yet there seems to be something far, far into the middle of it. Something that looks like… an alien city, maybe?She’s done it.>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~5:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!Also, stick with Peppa, or switch to Izzy or Gohan?
>>6029079I'm all for switching to Izzy, to start.
>>6029079>>6029079Switching to Izzy is fine
>>6029076>This isn’t a sightseeing tour, you’re going to be tresspassing into the Demon RealmWe're trespassing? Can the Supreme Kais and Trip get some passes issued?>>6029079Let's go with Gohan!>>6029013I didn't mean to say you're wrong to focus on that one part of her, please don't lump me in with him, but will we see her idol phase?
>>6029079Izzy, please!
>>6029079Gohan.>>6029355Cocoa should have debuted by now if she was ever going to do it, average age for new idols to do so is 15-16. But she was never going to be an idol.>>3245238>“So, thinking on switching from actress to music idol?” Lime questions teasingly.>“Hardly. But outfits like this are really useful for what I wanna do.” Cocoa replies, sticking her chin up.Funny. For a character that was called "Super Popular Idol Cocoa Amaguri" as much as she was in the anime, pretty much all of it went in one ear with Kato, got bored, and died.
>>6029079Izzy time
>>6029079Please make her an idol!
>>6029524Hey, hey. It sucks that she's not going to be an idol, but why can't she be an actress?
>>6029079>Gohan
>>6029079Hit votes for Izzy
>>6029079>Can the Supreme Kais and Trip get some passes issued?Seconding. If we don't have passes / run them out in the dark demon realm, do we die, or get sent back to Earth?
>>6029079Let's stick with Peppa, why not?
>>6029555I don't think she's good at acting. If she gets a career as an idol then that could pave the way to being an actress but right now,>>6027129her work just isn't impressive.
>>6029704...you don't think you could have brought this up before we staked our future on Cocoa being a movie star?
>>6029704hahahahah>>6029741BAHAHAHAHAHA
You're not even trying to be subtle about it at this point.
>>6029704>>6029741Stop getting cold feet, if she's "not good at acting" we just need help her improve.>>6029751Ok I'll bite. Who are you talking to?
All right, that's enough.Anyway, we're back:>>6029079You’ve done it.Looking over at the Time Patrollers, they seem to confirm that there’s nothing going awry with it. Good.“It’s go time, people! Into the wormhole!” you yell out.And so, 19, 16, Sala, Hado, Chuu Lee, and Raditz all hop into the portal, with you jumping in after, giving one last nod to Jaki, Melchior, and Wyerta, and finally a thumb’s up towards your mom and dad. And you then backflip and spin jump into the portal, just to make sure your entry into it looks cool.https://youtu.be/I0lSR0byAOg?si=lt1s1hGNepQkJEpyAll of you traverse through a bizarre show of lights and sounds, feeling yourselves accelerate through the wormhole. You catch some glimpses of things beyond this, shards of spacetime floating around. You can barely take in all of it, but you’re able to focus on the path forward well enough that you get through without any problems.You all arrive on a planet that looks strikingly futuristic, appearing in what should be the outskirts of a major city, though as you get your bearings, you realize it’s actually a massive park area inside it. It’s actually surprisingly warm, even though it looks to be evening. Off in the distance looks to be some kind of... massive pyramid structure, maybe even larger than the skyscrapers around the city. Also, there seem to be a number of humanoid people walking around, the only real difference between them and humans of Earth being more pale-grey skin and pointed ears, but also some more alien folk walking around too. None of you have been spotted yet, but you’re not sure you’d cause any commotion if you did just yet.>A. All right, everyone, start scanning everything! Scouters, sensors, Ki detection, whatever you can do>B. Head into the city proper and try to blend in a bit, get some information passively>C. Keep to the park area, don’t draw any attention just yet>D. Let’s split into teams and start searching!>E. Something else?
>>6029741Don't get me wrong, I still want to have her babies, however That's gonna work. I just wish she was good at the thing she picked instead of the ultra cute idol she could have been?>>6029768Oh no, it's the New Humans.>E. Dive in the sewers!
>>6029768>C. Keep to the park area, don’t draw any attention just yet
>>6029768Hey, this looks like Z'S! Wonder if we can do anything with that?>A. All right, everyone, start scanning everything! Scouters, sensors, Ki detection, whatever you can do
>>6029768>A & C.
>>6029776She did good in the school play, and she's confident about the audition. I think Cocoa was just relaxed when she told us that ghost story, and it's good that she can relax around us.>>6029768>>6029783Supporting.
Rolled 14, 9, 19 = 42 (3d20)All righty, roll me 2d20, best of three! DC is 11 for the first, 9 for the second.
Rolled 16, 11 = 27 (2d20)>>6029888
Rolled 16, 5 = 21 (2d20)>>6029888
Rolled 10, 3 = 13 (2d20)>>6029888
Rolled 17, 12, 7 = 36 (3d20)>>6029890>>6029892>>6029895Passed both! Writing...
>>6029853So here's the thing about the school play: it was The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter. It's about an alien princess who gets courted by some japanese noble dudes and the Emperor and she says No to all of them, and then she says "My planet needs me" (Emperor died when she went to her home planet).The role of Kaguya is not a human role, she is a pretty face that men will go to the ends of the Earth to win. She doesn't do anything that shows empathy to the other characters besides formality, she just looks to the moon and wants to go to the moon. There is one moment where she is having a sad goodbye, but then Buddha gives her a magic cloak and erases all her emotions. Everyone else around her is pretty sad, but she's an alien and above that.The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter is a play where the Onus to Act is on Everyone but Kaguya, and this is Cocoa's favorite role she's done, a role where she didn't have to do much!I hope La Maupin has some singing in it, some youtube clips of a professional opera singer would be Something to distract from Cocoa's Nothing.
>>6029768“We shouldn’t draw any attention.” you comment. “Let’s stay in this area, but start searching. Check for Chiaotzu’s Ki, use Scouters, whatever we can.”“A smart move.” 19 acknowledges with a nod, looking around.You all stay in a more wooded, mountainous area of the park, keeping track of any Ki signatures you all can sense while you try to feel Chiaotzu’s. You come across a recreational area that doesn’t have too many people around, noticing that, at the very least, the written language present on the planet isn’t one you or anyone else know, but the spoken language is whatever counts for galactic basic here, so it’s understandable enough, given some of the advertisements. Gravity is a bit higher than Earth’s, but only maybe twice that at most, probably less. Hado and Sala actually note something interesting: “There’s… Magic present almost all throughout this park. And even beyond it.”You… can actually sense it too. You look upward and notice some floating platforms that have some kind of repulsor tech augmented by Magic. In the park especially, there’s Magic being used alongside irrigation and soil management systems. The pyramid structure in the distance especially seems to have a substantial amount of Magic present.Raditz also picks up on something unusual. “The inhabitants of this planet have a fairly wide range of strength, but the average is higher than many PTO worlds.”Chuu Lee nods in agreement. “A lot of people here are actually decently strong. I can even sense some that… are at least comparable to the Ginyu Force, and others-” She stops, eyes widening, and all of you can feel a sudden surge of Ki almost halfway across the planet.(cont.)
>>6029983It… it’s MASSIVE. Whoever it is, they’re probably at least on par with the strongest of your group all put together. Hell this person could probably give Kuriza a run for his money. It’s… odd, too, there’s a sense of darkness to the energy, yet it’s balanced in equal measure with an odd sense of virtuous, righteous power. But more importantly, there’s someone with him. Someone much more recognizable.“Chiaotzu!” Chuu Lee states in surprise. “It’s him, he’s with that strong power!”“Oi, what’s the lil’ guy tryin’ to do? Fight that big bloke? That’s nuts! There’s no way he’d last more than a second!” Sala declares.You cross your arms as you sense them. No… this isn’t some desperate battle, this is… “It… feels more like they’re training.” you comment.Bizarrely, just as quickly as the training started, it stops, and the massive spike in power drops. A weird sensation hits you all as well, as if for the briefest of moments a shiver traveled down your spines, only 16 and 19 not really reacting to it. While still hidden away though, you see that your group aren’t the only ones that have sensed that spike in power. A number of people have worried expressions on their faces, and they’re murmuring to one another.>A. Doesn’t matter, we have Chiaotzu’s location, let’s go!>B. Telepathically try to contact him, get his attention and hopefully he’ll come to you all>C. Try to see what they’re all so worried about, someone sneak closer to some of the inhabitants>D. Something else?
>>6029985>B. Telepathically try to contact him, get his attention and hopefully he’ll come to you all>D. "Eyyy, what's 19 times Chiaotzu?">>6029957La Maupin looks like it will have swordfights. Chin up, Cocoa may get some roles in Kung Fu movies!
>>6029985Supporting>>6029993
>>6029985>D. Something else?"Something feels off. Did anyone else get that shiver down their spine? I think whoever that power level belongs to knows we're here. If he's familiar enough with Chiaotzu to train with him, we might be expected. Worse, we could be walking into a trap.">C. Try to see what they’re all so worried about, someone sneak closer to some of the inhabitants
>>6029985>A. Doesn’t matter, we have Chiaotzu’s location, let’s go!>>6030006And supporting the write-in! The best way to deal with a trap is to Spring it, and they don't call us Izumi for nothing!
>>6029985Hit supports >>6030006And same
>>6029985>D. Giant Robo, Galactic Basic translator, Balance on the Pyramid's top Zero-Style, "CITIZENS OF THE MEGACITY, DO NOT BE ALARMED">Wait for the strong one to come to you, shoot off some fireworks in the meantime, harmless and flashy
>>6029985>B. Send messages to each other using reflected light and morse code!>And when that doesn't work, telepathy.
passedd out agsain, sorry>>6029985“Okay, before we do anything, did anyone else get a weird shiver down your spines just now?” you ask.“Damn right I did.” Sala confirms.“Yeah, that was… off.” Raditz says with a nod.“It felt like a wave of energy was released across the planet… but not one that seemed destructive?” Chuu Lee remarks, unsure.“Whoever that strong guy is might know we’re here. And they might be expecting us. Even if they’re training with Chiaotzu, we have to consider that this could be a trap.” you explain. “Let’s try to contact him first, and maybe listen on to what’s bothering the people nearby.”“What will we do if this does indeed end up being a trap?” 16 questions.“The best way to handle it is to spring it, on our terms.” Raditz comments.“Yeah. But let’s check to be sure.” you state, trying to focus on Chiaotzu’s Ki, trying to telepathically contact him. ‘Eyyyy… what’s 19 times Chiaotzu?’There’s a pause, and you worry just a little. But… he responds. ‘Izumi? How?!’‘Long story short, magic crystals, and we’re here to rescue you.’ You give 19 a thumb’s up, and she smiles slightly.There’s another pause. ‘...I, well, have something I still need to do first.’…Okay that’s suspicious.Managing to listen on with the other conversations going on, you hear something… also ominous. “Do you think it was them again?” one person asks.“It might be… or maybe they never left.” another suggests. “Maybe they’re trying to finish what they started.”…Very, very suspicious.‘Chiaotzu, what’s going on?’‘Master and I are preparing for our mission… we, ah, are out to stop a mad tyrant.’…And just like that, this mission just got a lot more complicated.>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!
>“We will get (Goku) back.” (Izumi) declares.https://youtu.be/mPvG3e6FsAs
Okay, we are back!>>6030118Relaying what he just said, there’s an air of confusion and tension left hanging. Questions mount, with Raditz and Chuu Lee joining in asking questions of their own. He does seem glad to hear that you’re all doing well, but things here have been… different.Apparently Chiaotzu’s been here a bit over 13 months now. He and the person who took him in have been facing off against some of this mad tyrant’s “enforcers” across a few worlds. This world was the one Chiaotzu first arrived at, and also a world they faced one of the enforcers in battle, managing to defeat their foe, though in the process potentially turning the place into a big target. They returned in part for training, and in part to try to draw out any other enforcers that be on the planet again.He’s… been through a lot, from the sound of things.>A. What training have you been doing, exactly?>B. Can our groups meet up somewhere? That might make things a bit easier>C. Does your new master really need you to help him? From what we could feel, he’s plenty strong on his own>D. Can we get a bit more info on this “mad tyrant” guy and his enforcers?>E. Something else?
>>6030867>D. Can we get a bit more info on this “mad tyrant” and her enforcers?
>>6030867>>6030877Not trying to go "Make the mad tyrant a woman," just going "The mad tyrant could be a woman?"
>>6030881https://youtu.be/ytqEXzXlGZU?si=LopiojkvWvQeqKiIPantyflasher raises an excellent point, women can be Hitler too! Supporting.In fact,>>6030867>>6030877>C. Does your new master really need you to help her? From what we could feel, she’s plenty strong on her own
>>6030867>>6030877>>6030895Support. We're in different times, and we need to get with them!But while we're at it,>E. Does energy reveal gender?
>>6030915>Does energy reveal gender?If it does, will our Hakkero be able to function as an Egg Detector?
>>6030118>“Do you think it was them again?” one person asks.>“It might be… or maybe they never left.” another suggests. “Maybe they’re trying to finish what they started.”Wait a second... does this mean to say that We're Darth Revan?
>>6030950It all makes sense! That's why the world resembles Z'S, Dark Izumi built it that way. The Pyramids contain Octagonal Reactors. Her enforcers are malefic versions of our companions. The reason why they are Malefic? All the Dark Energy that Peppa shunted outside of space-time. Towa used this in shunting Chiaotzu and Shin to different times. That's the reason why we couldn't go directly to the time Chiaotzu got sent to, we had to be sent 13 months in the future... and the past, where part of us got consumed by darkness.To return back to our time, we and Chiaotzu have to go fight our Doppelgangers and become whole again.
>>6030867>D.>B.
>>6030867>D. Can we get a bit more info on this “mad tyrant” guy and his enforcers?
>>6030979>>6030987support.
>>6030867Backing >>6030979
>>6030968Oh yeah, the reason why Chiaotzu didn't go 13 months in the future when we did is because we locked onto to the heartless version, his nobody arrived 26 months in the past, or 396x2 days.
>>6030867>C.>D.>E. Real quick, is your Master a shaman?
>>6030968>>6031006And if we can be affected with this dark energy, how many Time Patrollers have gotten turnt?
>>6030867‘Chiaotzu, might we be able to meet up somewhere with you and this person you’ve been training under? That’d make things substantially easier.’ you ask him next.‘I… think so. Let me check real quick.’ he replies, and after a beat, he confirms, ‘Yes, that’d be good. We’ve got a location, just head towards us.’You sense the Ki signatures move away, and all of you stealthily take to the air and fly off, tracking them. You pass through the park area and the rest of the city, which genuinely stretches for dozens of kilometers before you actually reach the outskirts of it. Even outside, there seem to be structures, gardens, and what look like massive temple complexes that meld seamlessly with nature, with some floating mountain ranges up in the sky. Along the way, you ask both aloud and telepathically, “Can we get some more info on this ‘Mad Tyrant’ dude and the ‘enforcers’ working for ‘em you two have been fighting?”‘So… the group are a set of powerful warriors that call themselves the “Archons” led by one that calls himself “Yalbadoth.” They’re…’ Chiaotzu pauses for an uncomfortable moment, then continues, ‘They’re effectively worshiped and feared in equal measure as “gods” in these parts, and from what I’ve heard and seen, that’s not an inaccurate descriptor. They were once a few worlds’ Kami that went from Guardians to Cosmic Rulers, with their leader having something like the blessing of the Supreme Kai to enact this.’“Wait… you’ve been fighting a bunch of rogue Kami with delusions of grandeur?” Raditz asks.‘They’re far stronger than any back home. Even the weakest of them here was easily stronger than the likes of Freeza, Cooler, and Cold. And the Archons ruled over many worlds, often with an iron fist.’“Why would a Supreme Kai allow this, then?” Chuu Lee inquires, a frown on her face.‘It... well the concept is still odd to me, but it’s apparently for the sake of the “Mortal Development” or the like. The Archons keep things balanced, under control, and steadily progressing and advancing. They just… do so by crushing all opposition to them, forcing strict rules and draconic laws upon the people underneath them. And recently, Yalbadoth had grown only more determined to “accelerate” things, demanding stricter standards and harsher punishments for those who failed to meet them. Like he’s gone mad with power. Hence, Mad Tyrant.’(cont.)
>>6031111“If you don’t mind my asking, and I don’t wanna sound rude or anything, but does your new Master really need the extra help? From what we could sense, that’s someone that could go blow for blow against Kuriza in his transformed state.”‘W-well… Master mostly took me under his wing because he saw I had a lot of potential still, and unique skills I could develop if given enough time. Plus the Archons are pretty tricky fighters themselves, and I have helped turn the tide more than once.’“Getting Maple vibes from whoever this is.” Raditz comments, which gets a number of you to look at him. “What? It’s true. Some very skilled and strong warrior going out of their way to help another realize their full potential. Hell, you’re basically the prime example of it.” he adds, gesturing at Chuu Lee.She rubs the back of her neck at that. “I mean… I guess you’re not wrong…”All of you approach a floating mountain, with Chiaotzu and this new master of his waiting there. You happen upon a more humble lodge, something with a bit of an eastern aesthetic to it, while still looking noticeably more advanced than many places back home. Chiaotzu opens up the door, smiling at you all welcomingly. “You guys… you really did it.”19 approaches him first, and after a pause, she hugs him. He’s surprised at first, but quickly hugs her back. “I am glad you are safe.”Raditz chuckles a bit, commenting, “Well this is adorable and everything, but let’s not keep this tough guy you’ve been training under waiting.”19 lets go, and Chiaotzu nods. “Right. This way, everyone.”(cont.)
>>6031113https://youtu.be/oacmxt66c9E?si=sccZsxZSgMlekjNNLeading you all inside, you see that the entrance hall is wide but surprisingly spartan, lacking much in decor, though you can sense some Magic running through it much like some of the areas you’d sensed before. At the end of it looks to be a tall man with slicked back blonde hair, pale-grey skin and pointed ears, a long black coat with a puffed, furred collar, and as he turns to face you all, you see he has a brown belt with gold buckle over a yellow sash, black pants, white boots, red gloves, and a massive scar in the shape of an “X” across his bare chest, red eyes behind a large, yellow visor, sides of his face adorned with what look like yellow tattoos. The at first has a stern expression on his face, taking stock of you all… but his expression changes to a more pleasant one. “I take it these are the friends you mentioned, Chiaotzu?”He nods. “They are indeed, Master Hearts.”>A. …Hearts, huh? How’d you get that name, exactly?>B. We heard what you’re up to. Are you sure you still need Chiaotzu’s help with it?>C. Guys, hear me out. Maybe we could help him?>D. Something else?
Oh great, the Demiurge. So we're fighting the Metal Beasts again? That's all?
>>6031115https://youtu.be/FjQAzdeeM_c>D. Destroy the world and bounce.
Okay, probably not gonna be able to stay up for the next post, so,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!Also, vote open until then!
>>6031130Rest well boss
>>6031115>A. …Hearts, huh? How’d you get that name, exactly?>Sorry, that was rude. I'm Izumi Mahogany, I was named after an Izumi I've never met.Goodnight!
>>6031115>A. …Hearts, huh? How’d you get that name, exactly?>D. Something else?"The darkness in your energy, I think I understand it now. That's shadow magic isn't it? You must be quite an expert with gravity magic."
>>6031152Your wrong by the way. They did meet. Tuffle Quest Kai 39.
>>6031157Ah, my wrong indeed.>>6031115>>6031152Fixing that last bit,>"I was named after a lemon."
>>6031118So if we're assuming Kato hadn't decided to reference the Gnostic pantheon twice for two unrelated parties, is Izumi fighting Peppa's sloppy seconds, or did Peppa fight Izumi's?
>>6031115>C. Guys, hear me out. Maybe we could help him?Helping Chiaotzu, right?>>6031152>>6031160Introducing before asking questions is polite, sure, and you could extend that politeness to our namesake. Support.>>6031156Think you're coming in a little hot with the flirting there, buddy! Supporting asking him "That's shadow magic isn't it?" but let's leave out the preening and flattery, okay?>>6031662Have you considered not playing? Just now you laid out a bunch of expectations in a stream of consciousness which could not have possibly been met and when what Kato's been planning for months was obviously different, you got snippy. How can you be anything but disappointed going on like that? You're bringing an energy with you that makes things less fun, and if you're going to insist on showing up you could make an effort to be pleasant. Like, what do you expect when you act like broken glass? No one's gonna go "eh maybe it's not broken glass" they're just gonna steer clear until one of your rants is ban-worthy.
>>6031843Eh. Didn't think a compliment was flirting but alright.
>>6031115>C. Guys, hear me out. Maybe we could help him?>>6031843Stop feeding him, shit-ass
>>6031115>A & C.
Okay, we are back!>>6031115You look at him with a raised eyebrow. “…Hearts, huh? How’d you get a name like that?” …Wait that sounds kinda rude. “Oh, right. I’m Izumi. Izumi Mahogany, Princess of the Ox Kingdom. Named after my dad’s first mentor, Izumi Citron. …So, y’know, namesake’s a lemon. I get it having a slightly weird name.”With an amused look, he answers, “I know how it sounds, but the name I’ve taken comes from the first skill I ever really developed, a long, long time ago. I can read the desires, the intent, the very hearts and souls of other people. It isn’t mere mind reading, but a much broader, much more thorough method. Even inorganic beings like your friends here.” he gestures at 19 and then 16, which catches them by slight surprise, then turns back to you. “I can tell you’re all beings with mostly good natures, with some interesting strengths. You especially have very powerful Magical abilities, Miss Mahogany.”“So you can tell that much, huh? Then let me elaborate something I was able to pick up on, you’re massively adept at Shadow Magic, especially in manipulation of Gravity.” Smirking a little, you ask, “Am I wrong?”He lets out a genuine laugh. “Hah! Not bad, not bad at all.” He then looks to Hado and Sala, commenting, “You two have some powerful Magic your own, if not on the same level as Miss Mahogany here.” Next, Chuu Lee. “While you are both quite powerful on your own, but more importantly someone adept with her usage of Ki.” And finally Raditz. “And you’re the real powerhouse here, aren’t you?”“Hmnh. So you have some idea on what all we can do. Impressive and everything, but what’s that supposed to mean, exactly?” Raditz questions.(cont.)
>>6032009You actually speak up for him. “Hey, guys, hear me out. Maybe we can help him and Chiaotzu?” The former’s surprised by that offer, but appreciative, while Hearts just gives you a smile.That catches them off-guard, with Chuu Lee especially looking unsure. “Izzy, I don’t know if that’s the best call to make here…”“Ah quit yer bellyachin’, Miss Magic Princess Pants here’s got a point.” Sala speaks up. “They got some big bad rogue god they’re off to wallop, they’ll be done quicker if they’ve got our help, right?”“Sala you could sense how strong this guy was, what exactly could WE do against the kinds of foes he’s up against?” Hado questions.“For one, the Magical abilities you two have might be able to catch them off-guard.” 19 suggests, showing support to the offer of aiding them. “And even if it isn’t fighting such foes directly, playing a more supportive role could turn the odds in our favor.”“Betcha there’s plenty a’ treasure out there too…” the blonde lady adds under her breath, with Hado narrowing his eyes at her.16 is neutral to all this, while Chuu Lee still isn’t quite sure, and Raditz doesn’t look all that convinced.>A. Pleeeeaaaassseee Uncle Raditz? (Give ‘em the ol’ Tuffle Eyes. They never fail!)>B. Look, what do you expect us to do while these two run off to try and beat some mad tyrant god? Sit around, take some souvenir photos, maybe enjoy local cuisine? Or would you rather be out there fighting against a new, tough foe?>C. I mean ultimately it’s up to them if they want our help or not, but we should at least make the offer>D. Something else?
>>6032010>A. Pleeeeaaaassseee Uncle Raditz? (Give ‘em the ol’ Tuffle Eyes. They never fail- wait a tick, we got super wiped out by the Saiyans.)>...>(Give 'em the ol' Saibamen eyes!)inb4 Raditz gives us "I'm not your Uncle" worthy of Spy Kids
>>6032010>C. I mean ultimately it’s up to them if they want our help or not, but we should at least make the offer>D. Something else?"I want to help you, but I think we need more physical evidence before we get involved in a 'holy war'. We just met you and we can't read your heart after all. I trust Chiaotzu, but I would like to see proof for myself and perhaps it will convince the others we should help as well."
>>6032010>C. I mean ultimately it’s up to them if they want our help or not, but we should at least make the offer>D. Maybe give us a better idea of the tyrant you are facing, what danverous are involved, and how we might be of use against him? We all have a home to protect as well, agreeing to throw ourselves blindly into a danger we don't understand is a hard sell. Could be our involvement could even make things worse, somehow...
>>6032076I'll support this D. Basically in line with mine.
>>6032010> what *dangers are involvedHuh. One of my weirder editing typos. Also I'm not against >A as the clencher for Taditz at the end, but don't thinking relying or leading with that is smart. Or in character.
*sigh*"Taditz" is gonna be a new OC or something, I deep it.
>>6032010>A. Pleeeeaaaassseee Uncle Raditz? (Give ‘em the ol’ Tuffle Eyes. They never fail!)>B. Look, what do you expect us to do while these two run off to try and beat some mad tyrant god? Sit around, take some souvenir photos, maybe enjoy local cuisine?Useful information, we need to know the fashion of this planet and configure our hairstyle to hide our round ears, secure food, and scout out important infrastructure to know what things are able to blow up.
>>6032062>>6032078Similar lines asking for details, but I'm asking for tactics to inspire confidence, not proof of justification. I think we should give our diminuitive friends judge of character more credit.Not voting *against* but I think a less accusational tone would be appropriate. Maybe another angle, ask about the stakes and consequences or something?
>>6032090Sure that makes sense.
>saibamen eyeshttps://youtu.be/BvXkk7FlI1o?si=qM-mj5IQX52BaFHK>>6032062Support, but I don't think we trust Chiaotzu, this would be the first time we've spoken with each other. Prove me wrong, if you can! Kyahahaha!
>>6032010>>6032076I dig this approach.
>>6032010Support >>6032062>>6032076If everything is on the level, then we can do >A. I guess
https://youtu.be/Xp9euSNKxiA?t=35
>>6032062>I want to help you, but I think we need more physical evidence>We just met you and we can't read your heart after all.>I would like to see proof for myself and perhaps it will convince the others we should help as well.We're already asking him to take his shirt off? Down, girl!Yeah, it's a good write-in.
>>6032010Looking to your uncle, you comment, “I mean, ultimately it’s up to them and everything, but we should at least make the offer… within reason.” You turn to face Hearts, crossing your arms and telling him, “I at the very least want to help you, but I also think it’s fair that we know what we’re getting into. Something physical, something solid to really get the nuances. You say you can read our hearts, but we don’t exactly have that luxury. And while I’m sure a lot of us trust Chiaotzu, myself included, having some more clarity on what exactly this might entail, the dangers involved and the capabilities of those you’re up against, would at least ease some concerns. We have a home to protect too, people counting on us, and others we are trying to save. Plus we need to make sure our involvement won’t, you know, make things worse.”Hearts looks to you, considering your words. He nods, giving a softer smile, and oddly remarking, “This is why they’ll never understand the hearts of mortals…”“...Uh, pardon?” Chuu Lee asks in confusion.“Your hearts are pure and strong, filled with conviction but tempered with reason. The Archons, and honestly many of the so-called ‘higher gods,’ could never truly grasp just how capable you all are. They flaunt their authority and demand obedience, that mortals bend to their whims, and if they’re found lacking, they’re blamed and punished for it. Even if they never were told they were being held accountable to such standards. I want to free people from that kind of tyranny, so they may live their lives on their own terms, not those dictated to them by some higher power. Especially not the likes of these…”(cont.)
>>6032185https://youtu.be/zxjjie1Ohio?si=1mXZdlQX5BGpoV8OHearts waves a hand, and a holographic cube forms in front of him, one you can tell is filled with Magic, expanding up into something about his size. The sides of the cube turn into screen displays, each showing a rather imposing figure in strangely particular outfits, a mixture of the getups that the Supreme Kais and Kibito wear, Annin’s getup, and some kind of ceremonial armor.One shows a blue lion-like man marching through a large street as if leading a parade, legions of soldiers behind him, crowds of aliens on either side kneeling to him. Another shows a fishlike man leading others in some kind of ritual or ceremony… with numerous people being led in chains to some glowing doorway, filled with a bright but unpleasant light. Yet one more shows an avian alien, standing on the bridge of some sort of starship, with a number of other aliens cowering before him, each of them appearing fabulously wealthy, letting out pleas to try to appease him… only for each of them to start to choke, unable to breathe. And one more shows a woman with draconic features, floating in the middle of a massive chamber with hundreds of people in tense political debate… and when one seems to step out of line, a flick of her wrist causes that person to burst into flames. A fifth screen displays a woman with, somehow, more demonic features, seated on a throne with… uh… very, very scantily clad men and women performing suggestive dances, yet you notice a look of fear in their eyes as they continue. Finally, you see a larger and more imposing figure, one that seems more humanoid, bearded face and long white flowing hair, a curious golden clip on one of his pointed ears, floating in space above a world, one the man looks at with contempt and disgust. He raises up a hand, and you watch as the world is engulfed in a horrific light.Hearts explains how each of these are some of the head Archons, in order, Authadia, Kakia, Zelos, Yao, and Epithymia, with the final one being Yalbadoth himself. He then goes on to reemphasize his points, showing the Archons engaging in further displays of tyranny. The meticulous and ruthless quashing of dissent. “Displeasing” peoples being forced to alter themselves through various means, be it intense study, training, invasive mechanical replacement, even Magic, as punishment for failing to “better themselves” of their own will. A program that seems… almost eugenics-like in nature, leaving a foul taste in your mouth. Displays of arts and culture forced to display some intent of “merit” and “improvement” lest they be wiped out utterly. You even see a young man set ablaze for accidentally littering, of all things.(cont.)
>>6032186Chiaotzu shakes his head sadly. “I’ve seen some of it happen with my own eyes. From first glance, the worlds they and their acolytes rule over might seem like utopias… but there’s a heavy price to pay for each. Enforcers of ‘cosmic order’ don’t tolerate any form of disharmony.”“How… how many have you been able to beat?” Chuu Lee asks.“Three so far.” Hearts responds, giving Chiaotzu a proud look. “And about a dozen of their weaker acolytes. Authadia, Kakia, and Epithymia will no trample upon the lives of mortals. The remaining ones, Zelos, Yao, and Yalbadoth, are exceptionally strong in their own right. Zelos has powers over air and wind, able to even create vacuums devoid of atmosphere, and wields a whip sword able to ignite with blazing light. Yao has immense Magical abilities matched with unyielding physical strength, befitting the one who calls herself Dragon Goddess; she’s been able to conjure up storms that cover whole worlds, command the seas into a ferocious ally, and can take on her monstrous true form should she face foes that actually demand it. Finally, the mad tyrant himself is the strongest of their group, just as skilled in attacks on the mind and soul as he is on one’s body. He too has a more monstrous form I’ve seen him take in battle. What’s more, his powers have taken on a more… Destructive tint as of late, so he must be fought with extreme caution.”You look towards Raditz, and give him an almost pleading look. Might even have to bring out the ol’ Tuffle Eyes dad and aunt Maple showed ya. He places his hand on your face and grumbles, “Izzy. Don’t do that. Please.” And with a sigh, he adds, “Fine, fine, I… guess we can help, if you want us.”“It would be appreciated.” Hearts responds.Moving your face away from his hand, you tell him, “Thanks, uncle Raditz.”>A. When are you planning your next battle against them?>B. Should we try to train for a bit? Maybe show each other some of what we can do?>C. You know, the way you talk about ‘mortals’ almost makes you sound like you’re not one of us yourself…>D. Something else?And again,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!Vote open until then!sorry for delay. been exhausted.
>>6032187>B. Should we try to train for a bit? Maybe show each other some of what we can do?>D. That talk of elements and magic our foes will be using has me wanting to go back to the basics a bit. I wanna focus on our elemental shields and attacks instead of the giant robot, I feel I rely on it too much and I do have mahou armor already.Unlike Peppa and Gohan, Raditz and Izumi have no relation. She has an Uncle Goku, but that's by marriage to her Aunt Maple. Please don't have her call him Uncle.More importantly, it's better if you get some rest tonight. Even if you're not tired, just lying down with your eyes closed while your favorite music plays will get you rest. Please, take a cheat day!
>>6032267>Please don't have her call him Uncle.why did you vote to call him uncle>>6032187But yeah get some rest please. Thanks for running!
woop>>6032187>A. When are you planning your next battle against them?>D. Seems he's ready at any time... wonder if he's walking around with his PL unsupressed as a boast or a taunt or a form or deterrence, or if that is him supressing his PL?>don't look at his abs.
>>6032187Huh....they sound. Familiar. Why do I also feel like we're missing one?>A. When are you planning your next battle against them?>D. Something else?If you've defeated 3 so far, then they must be on high alert against you both. They don't know who we are. We could use that, get close to the remaining members and minimize any collateral damage. I'm not saying we become assassins or anything but it is an option.
>>6032187>>6032394 hereAnd I'm supporting the write-ins of >>6032267And >>6032397>Huh....they sound. Familiar. Why do I also feel like we're missing one?You might wanna expand your horizons... to the West! or to Monkie Kid?
>>6032186>Finally, you see a larger and more imposing figure, one that seems more humanoid, bearded face and long white flowing hair, a curious golden clip on one of his pointed ears, floating in space above a world, one the man looks at with contempt and disgust. He raises up a hand, and you watch as the world is engulfed in a horrific light.
>>6032521Oh! I really need to watch that series. It's on the list.
>>6032187Hit vote:>C.>D. What kind of campaign are you waging, and how aware of you are they?Support, and support this >>6032397
>>6032186>A fifth screen displays a woman with, somehow, more demonic features, seated on a throne with… uh… very, very scantily clad men and women performing suggestive dances, yet you notice a look of fear in their eyes as they continue.>"Okay, we're gonna try that again, but there's gonna be way way way, way way way more flipping, there's gonna be way way way more twirling, and you're not just gonna stand there with your pantsu in their air rotting like a dead fish, it's gotta be a glimpse, a flash, you gotta leave 'em wanting more- ARE THOSE SPATS?!? That's it, no more merciful god!">>6032187>A. When are you planning your next battle against them?>D. If they're enforcers of order, I bet they would haaaaate a little chaos thrown into the mix.>Izumi, consult all the letters you've exchanged with your penpal Misa, all the gags and props you and Sachie have gotten from Penguin Village, all the memes Giru has compiled, etc. Do not treat these Fart Sniffers with anything resembling respect. Clown on them to your dying breath, and if they try to claim your immortal soul, possess a whoopie cushion to blow a raspberry at them! Let not one iota of their pride go untarnished!Gags vs Gods, let's a go!
>>6032187Also supporting>>6032857>>6032394but voting against don't look at his abs I will look anywhere I damn well want to!
>>6032383>why did you vote to call him uncleI thought voting A would lead to something funny but it did not. Really didn't mesh well.>>6032187Excuse me Kato! Please, if some of the options clash in tone can those options with fewer votes simply lose and not get written?
>>6032187>>6032664I think it's super cool how you linked the Archons with the Sworn Brothers, and even some other characters! I don't know what all the rest of them are from, and prob not ever gonna find out at least two of them, but I really had fun piecing that together! Thanks for that Kato!>>6032397>Why do I also feel like we're missing one?And you know what, you're right on the money. There is someone missing, unless C is indicating the answer lies... Close to Chest
Hey, I'm sorry everyone, I do think I'll have to take the night off. I've been exhausted all day, and nearly passed out at my desk at work twice today. We should be back tomorrow around 6:30 pm PST, for real this time. Sorry again.
>>6032980Thanks for taking a break, we love you!
>>6032980All good. Thanks for letting us know.
>>6032980Glad you're taking care of yourself. Dork.
>>6032980See you tomorrow! Heheh, little did she know we had ulterior motives, the cooler a dream she has, the potential for the quest to be cooler goes up! Mueheheh!
>>6032186>“Displeasing” peoples being forced to alter themselves through various means, be it intense study, training, invasive mechanical replacement, even Magic, as punishment for failing to “better themselves” of their own will.So like how Maple treated her friends and family?>A program that seems… almost eugenics-like in nature, leaving a foul taste in your mouth. So like how Maple obsessed over matchmaking and monopolizing Goku?>Displays of arts and culture forced to display some intent of “merit” and “improvement” lest they be wiped out utterly.So like how Maple couldn't enjoy anime without getting a technique out of it?really makes ya think....eh, goodnight.
>>6032672It's a pretty good cartoon, right now it's between seasons
Okay! Sorry again for delaying things last night, but we are back!>>6032187“When are you two planning your next battle against them, then?” you question.“Fairly soon. Within the next day or so, two at most… oh, er, days here are closer to 20 hours than 24.” Chiaotzu answers.“So the two of you were getting some more training in before then, right?” Hado questions.Hearts nods in confirmation. “Indeed. That, and we were making sure to keep their attention on us directly. They’re a prideful, arrogant group, and they’d target us over any populace we might have aided, purely so they could try to make an example of us.”“How exactly have you guys been going about this? Like, what kind of campaign have you been waging against them, and how aware of the activity of you two of you are they?” you inquire next.“We hit targets that will draw attention for each of them that don’t involve substantial risk to other mortals.” Hearts responds. And there he goes, using that word again. “For Authadia, loud and proud as he was, all it took was a display of strength and a direct challenge, lured out away from his underlings as he was determined to put an end to any ‘rebellion’ personally, with a captive audience. Kakia on the other hand, not as open to a direct fight, much more focused on his rituals and ‘works’. Mess with those, and he won’t ignore that. Threw some of his underlings at us first, even tried calling forth a creature of pure madness designed to drive the minds of mortals into despair when things didn’t go his way.”“...Okay, sorry to interrupt, but you’ve used the term ‘mortals’ in a very particular way a few times now.” you remark with a raised eyebrow. “Almost like you’re excluding yourself from that grouping…”“Kid’s got a point.” Sala agrees.“My sensors have detected that you are still flesh and blood, even with your unusual Ki signature.” 16 adds in. “You do not have the trademark identifiers of demons, either, even if your unusual energy reads closer to them.” 19 gives a silent nod of agreement.Chiaotzu… has a sad look on his face, then glances up at Hearts. He smiles, but it’s the kind of smile you can tell isn’t one that comes from recalling any pleasant memories. Moving beyond bad ones, sure, but… “I threw away my mortality long ago. Rejected it in a decision I have to live with until I’m finally able to pass on. Your mechanical allies aren’t that far off the mark, though the man I am now is no being of those below the worlds. Even so, I am not doing this as one seeking any form of redemption for what I had done in the past. And I say this with the strongest conviction I can: I do not believe the lives of mortals should be treated as the playthings of the gods.”(cont.)
>>6033922Raditz seems to finally give him a more sympathetic look, 19 and 16 doing the same. Yeah… for as good as they are now, it’s not like they don’t have some darker pages in their pasts too. Hell, you started up your gang to help out Cheelai and the Para Para bros. And given what he’s kinda implying… you look again at the X-shaped scar across his chest- don’tlookathisabsdon’tlookathisabs. AHEM. You cross your arms and nod. “That you’re being honest about that is reassuring. Thank you, Hearts. Perhaps we can train a bit, then? Show each other what we can do, plan things accordingly. Given your track record, three victories against three of their best, they’re at least on the high alert for you guys. Us though? Probably not. We’d be able to catch at least one by surprise. Not act as assassins or anything, but more in the hopes of not causing further collateral damage.” You place your hands on your hips and add, “Plus, as you noted, I’m quite the adept at Magic, and I’d be more than willing to reinforce my basics. I’ve got some pretty strong things I can pull out if needed, but wouldn’t hurt to get some new skills under my belt. And I think that goes for the rest of us, too.”Sala laughs. “Oi you kiddin’ me? This’d be perfect! Get some new skills, maybe snatch a trinket or two from an upstart god, what’re we standin’ around here for?”“I do agree that we could do with learning more about our foes and our new ally, at least for now.” 19 affirms. “And while it might not be as apparent, I have been learning how to better utilize Magic as well.”“Oho? Rare that I’ve heard anyone with a mechanical body like yours even suggest that.” Hearts remarks. “Very well. I can arrange a few places less conspicuous if you’d like to keep yourselves from being noticed immediately.”“Probably for the best.” Chuu Lee agrees.All right! Time to put in some training! …But how’ll you go about this?>A. Show off a sampling of what you’re capable of. You are, after all, Mahou of Earth, might as well flex that title!>B. You should try to train with Hearts first, he’s the bigger unknown of the two, let’s see what he’s got!>C. All right Chiaotzu, let’s see the fruits of your training!>D. Something else?
>>6033923>A. Show off a sampling of what you’re capable of. You are, after all, Mahou of Earth, might as well flex that title!>Combine Hell and Heaven with Will'o'Wisp, new technique you've never tried, what could go wrong?
>>6033923Hit vote>A. >B.>D. Keep senses extended for any watchful eyes.And support
>>6033923>A. Show off a sampling of what you’re capable of. You are, after all, Mahou of Earth, might as well flex that title!>D. Elemental Barriers could counter the New Gods' magic in a pinch, could be for a short time only but an instant can work wonders. And when it's time to go on the offense, that energy from the barrier can be directed with a thrust of our Braver Rapier to do a devastating counter attack.Hearts might kill us for thinking about it, but if we play our cards right, we could take the New Gods' thrones for ourselves! ...but I don't know what timeline or universe we're in. We'd get homesick.
>>6033952support
>>6033923>>6033952>>6033955Supporting.
>>6033922I notice he didn't say how they punked the third->Chiaotzu… has a sad look on his face, then glances up at Hearts. He smiles, but it’s the kind of smile you can tell isn’t one that comes from recalling any pleasant memories. Moving beyond bad onesAh.https://cdn.donmai.us/original/fe/77/__pomni_the_amazing_digital_circus_drawn_by_anythingbecomemoe__fe779fee9e9e46c9e510f671bde914ac.mp4
Rolled 13, 16, 20 = 49 (3d20)All right then, roll me 4d20 this time, best of three! DC is 12 for the first, 15 for the second and third, 13 for the last!
Rolled 17, 20, 15, 2 = 54 (4d20)>>6034007
Rolled 18, 9, 7, 12 = 46 (4d20)>>6034007
Rolled 5, 12, 2, 1 = 20 (4d20)>>6034007
Rolled 19, 4, 3 = 26 (3d20)>>6034008>>6034010>>6034011...Well! Passed the first three!
Rolled 12, 8, 3 = 23 (3d20)>>6034012And writing after this one...
Rolled 2, 20, 8 = 30 (3d20)>>6033923“All right, let’s do this.” you declare confidently.Hearts holds out another hand, and another cube surrounds you all. Yeah… like you suspected, a very, very advanced form of Shadow Magic, but not just that. You sense some Light in there too, along with… Wind? And in an instant, you’re all teleported away from the little shack and over to a more barren area of the planet, looking like a hilly meadow with pink and blue flowers scattered around that stretches out for dozens of kilometers, yet in the distance you notice a slight shimmer in the skies. As you sense out, you can tell there’s a massive barrier around the area. Good.Turning to Hearts, you place your hands on your hips, letting your emerald aura flare up around you as you really show off your Mahou state. “All right then. Allow me to more properly introduce myself, with a more relevant title to this. I am Izumi Mahogany, Mahou of Earth. And as much as I’d like to see what you’re capable of, I’d also like to show you what I can do too. And I’m not gonna pull any punches!” Let’s try something flashy. Hmm… flashy, but a classic! You hold your hands out, letting Light and Shadow Magic swirl around in them. But as you bring your hands forward, you snap your fingers, adding an extra blazing surge of energy to your hands, as if chaotic flaming claws have formed over them.https://youtu.be/6DH3i5bsbYc?si=JQM9mOcXzSCzI-FrChiaotzu looks on a little nervously, but Hearts seems… almost excited to see this. You launch yourself towards him, and… your attack hits a barrier as he holds his hands forward. Okay, not bad… but not enough! You let out a ferocious roar, letting out the full force of chaotic swirling sphere in front of you clash against his barrier. Hearts actually has to start trying… and even that doesn’t seem to come quickly enough! You overcome the barrier in a brilliant blast of power!When the smoke clears, Hearts has moved back a ways, not injured, but absolutely impressed. “Hahahaha! Mahou of Earth… you show truly fantastic power!”(cont.)
Rolled 20, 7, 12 = 39 (3d20)>>6034147Next up, you’ve gotta try your defensive skills. You get ready to form the Hero’s Barrier around yourself, your left hand extended, as your right hand moves to the hilt of the Sword of Braves. “You’re not the only one with defensive skills either. You’ve got a good measure for the kind of power and abilities these foes might be able to put forth, so let me try to hold out against such a thing.”He smirks, then casually tossed a sphere of Ki into the air. You track it, and notice it has substantially more power than you’re expecting. What’s more, a cube forms around it briefly and… amplifies its strength hundredfold! It rockets back down at you, and you notice everyone else taking their own defensive positions. Right before it hits, it actually shatters into six different blasts. Oh, tricky! Thankfully you were able to time the Hero’s Barrier well, boosting it with Light Magic to both counter the Shadow you’re feeling them influenced with, but also reflect them away, drawing your sword with a swift motion and stabbing it forward, letting your Ki and Magic flow into it, the reflected attacks following through with it!Hah! Perfect! Just-https://youtu.be/PdPpWBr6PQ0?si=b5KqOG9LLXZMHjmc…You blink.Where… where did those Ki blasts go? How…?Your senses catch up to them… being held in place, quite some distance away. You look over and see Chiaotzu, a peculiar and powerful aura around him as he holds his hand up, keeping the reflected Ki blasts in place with his telekinesis. Honestly, he’s even doing it without much effort on his part. Which… yeah okay you can kinda figure that, but that happened in the fraction of a second! Is Chiaotzu really that fast now or…?“It’s one thing to keep in mind, young Izumi.” Hearts speaks up. “Your power is impressive, your skills truly unique. However, the foes we are up against know how to turn the tide quickly. Luckily, one thing we’ve worked on is ensuring time is on our side.”Chiaotzu laughs a little, commenting. “Guldo always told me he figured I might have more potential beyond just normal psychic skills. Master Hearts helped me awaken that and refine it. Probably not quite the same thing Guldo can do, but it’s close enough in application. I call it… Time Slip.”>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!
>>6034147>You hold your hands out, letting Light and Shadow Magic swirl around in them. But as you bring your hands forward, you snap your fingers, adding an extra blazing surge of energy to your hands, as if chaotic flaming claws have formed over them.I didn't get support for my technique? Welllllll I was going to call it Jack'o'Lantern and style it after an exploding pumpkin, so that is an entirely different beast, good job on it!I'm interested in finding out if Time Slip has any relation to Instant Transmission and Glass Powers since they all involve crystals in some way. And maybe that other place from the Broly movie?The Glass people seem to be on the gods' shit list, with there being only one left in their universe from the two cases we've seen, and allying themselves with rogue immortals to get back at the gods. What if it had to do with Glass, by its very nature, being created from destruction? Sure, someone like Chilled can shatter their planet, but it's possible that Glass could be a counter to Destruction? Let's find out!TFR!
>>6034148Remember when the Ginyus were all instant transmissioned to Konpei? >The Ginyus all start panting. “I think I saw time itself...” Guldo comments, shuddering. “It’s after me after all those times I stopped it...”Coincidence? I think not.
>>6034148>I call it… Time Slip.”Real quick, question for the room:Izumi's read JoJo. Did she Get what King Crimson's power was?
>>6034154Whoops, apologies, misread the votes.>>6034156Hahahaha.>>6034809It just works.Anyway, apologies again for the delay, but we're back now!>>6034148With your display over with, it’s time for some of the others to show what they’ve got. Chuu Lee shows off her full strength, her proficiency with Ki, her adept skill with Wind Magic, and even some of the techniques she’s picked up like Instant Transmission. Hearts is impressed, though Chuu Lee notes she’s still trying to find new ways to improve herself. He suggests she be one of their frontline fighters, given her strength, stamina, and skill.Raditz is up next, and he shows he’s still a true powerhouse, showing off his Super Saiyan 3 strength to Hearts. However, he shows he’s rather clever about utilizing that strength, using the power to ensure he can get up close and hit something with full force without tiring himself out with it. The Spiral Beam Cannon he picked up from Piccolo proves to be something Hearts especially takes interest in, though there’s something about Super Saiyan that he finds personally intriguing, especially with the range such a technique has.(cont.)
>>6034889Then it’s 19’s turn to show off her skills, specifically managing to show off some of her own Magical skills she’s picked up, and to Hearts’ surprise, she actually absorbs one of his Shadow Magic Gravity Cube things, even if it takes some effort. She’s shocked by the sheer sophistication of it, and ends up commenting that she’ll need to put some more time and effort into analysis of the technique before she can properly replicate it… but notes she could send out a very watered down version of the skill. Regardless, Hearts tells her that such an ability might just turn the tide against even the strongest of who they’re up against.And Sala and Hado give a quick demonstration of their skills, the varied Magics at their disposal, and more importantly to the group, their support abilities. Sala shows a few Magic techniques that can block out or at least dampen spells cast by foes, ones that can enhance defenses against physical, Ki, and Magical attacks, and of course, the good ol’ MP Buster. Hado on the other hand shows off his Magical boosting skills, in addition to some depowering ones, and a few of his healing skills. Hearts notes that they might actually work best with Chiaotzu and Chuu Lee, with both able to get them in and out of combat quickly and apply their supportive skills without a foe being ready for them.16 is contemplative, noting that he’d probably just be best served as assisting 19, as while he’s been able to get a few minor upgrades and better improve what he’s able to do currently, it hasn’t been nearly as substantial as the likes of the others at this point.>A. You should work with 19 and Hearts to better understand that Gravity Cube thing>B. Working with Chiaotzu, Sala, and Hado might be a good idea, better coordinate the support skills>C. Well, Chuu Lee and Raditz are gonna be some of the heavy hitters, and you yourself can hit well above your weightclass, try working with them for a bit>D. Hearts, who’d you recommend forming a team to take on which of the remaining trio of foes?>E. Something else?
>>6034890>B. Working with Chiaotzu, Sala, and Hado might be a good idea, better coordinate the support skills>E. Introduce the concept of Elemental Clones to Hado, he might be able to figure it out!>Demonstrate the technique for himhopefullyhttps://youtu.be/rATxLtnKiS8https://youtu.be/-yvUWpTk_ogrealisticallypaaaaaaaiiiiinnnnn
>>6034890>A. You should work with 19 and Hearts to better understand that Gravity Cube thing
>Whoops, apologies, misread the votesNo worries! I'll try to suggest a Pumpkin attack later and if it goes through then hopefully I'll roll somewhat decent performing it! fingers crossed>>6034890>B. Working with Chiaotzu, Sala, and Hado might be a good idea, better coordinate the support skills>D. Hearts, who’d you recommend forming a team to take on which of the remaining trio of foes?I wonder if Zelos' blazing light whip sword would work in vacuum or would that be his Logical Weakness?
>>6034890>>6034900>>6034918Support. Which elemental multi-form should we focus on? I vote shadow clone. Clothes beam in tandem should also make it more solid and even the copy its own equipment and sword. mmmh. Might need to learn the full magic materialization skill now that I think about it.
>>6034926>The shadow clone names herself after an instrument and tries to supplant these kamis as Demon Queenslay
>>6034926And uh... thank you, sword.
>>6034890>>6034926I FORGOT TO SUPPORT, SUPPORTING
>>6034929Gravity clone would also be cool. If we could make one of each element, I think that'd be neat but we should start with one.>>6034937You are welcome. >>6034941It might also help to use a music device like we do with our hero barrier to enhance the effect now that I think about it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjjkHg5FOhkThis could work.
>>6034890>B. Working with Chiaotzu, Sala, and Hado might be a good idea, better coordinate the support skills>E. Introduce the concept of Elemental Clones to Hado, he might be able to figure it out!
>>6034890>B.>E. Focus on overall strategy, control the battlefield. These "Archons" are probably used to the home field.
>>6034952ooh also wanna support this. controlling the battlefield - with elemental clones! Imagine it, your on the battlefield fighting Izzies. One hits you and ah! your gravity just increased by 10! Another gets you with a blast of electricity, paralyzing you further until you get hit by the 3rd - AND YOUR ON FIRE! You think your okay when one turns into water, but its only so you get frozen by Icey Izzy, blown away by wind izzy, and blinded by light izzy. And then the real izzy comes by and hits you with her giant robot.
>>6034890Support >>6034926>>6034950>>6034952
>>6034890>B. Working with Chiaotzu, Sala, and Hado might be a good idea, better coordinate the support skills>E. Practice sparring with Sala using knives and barriers, the slow blade penetrates the shieldBut if Sala doesn't use knives please disregard>>6034929>>6034945>AND HER NAME IS OCARINA!!https://youtu.be/svjMiqVeiG8?t=10>SHE'S GONNA GET IN THE RING>AND PUT BOOTS TO ASSES>THIS WEEKEND>DBK TUUUUUUUFFFFFFFLLLLLLE QUUUUEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSTT!! >AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW IN THE LOW PRICE OF ONLY $39.99!!!>>6034952And support
Rolled 1, 11, 8 = 20 (3d20)All righty! Roll me 5d20 this time around, best of three! DC is 13 for the first, 14 for the middle three, and 15 for the last!
Rolled 4, 20, 5, 5, 6 = 40 (5d20)>>6034966LETS FUCKING GOOOOOO
Rolled 15, 13, 2, 10, 18 = 58 (5d20)>>6034966
Rolled 5, 8, 2, 18, 15 = 48 (5d20)>>6034966
Rolled 1, 15, 6, 3, 9 = 34 (5d20)>>6034966
>>6034957>blinded by light izzy.https://youtu.be/mh2wvo2qubcughhh, finally I found the image, had to resort to trawling through archived moe! Niconico, why are you down?
Rolled 17, 3, 15 = 35 (3d20)>>6034967>>6034968>>6034969Passed four of 'em!Sadly I'll have to call it a night here, don't think I'll be able to finish the post before passing out again. My apologies for another short night, but thank you all for playing, hope ya had fun, and we'll be back ~6:30 pm PST, hopefully with no further delays. Stay safe and see y'all then!
Rolled 15, 7, 18 = 40 (3d20)>>6034976...Aaaaand one more roll before I get some rest.
>>6034976'Night.
>>6034976>>6034978TFR! The short nights are still fun, no worries!
>>6034957>controlling the battlefield - with elemental clones!Rember a sequents, simportan
I don't get kato's twitter no more, is there an update like "my car's at the vet" or something?
>>6035645Patience is a virtue. The best things are worth the wait.
>>6035646Not what I asked, fortune cookie!
My sincerest apologies everyone, I'd passed out as soon as I got home and was out for a bit over an hour or so. Just got done scheduling a doctor's appointment for next Friday. Gonna have to put this off until tomorrow. We should be back Saturday, ~5:30 pm PST. Sorry again, and thank you all for your patience.
>>6035658https://youtu.be/-Rmyq0ET2MgUhhh, get a good night's rest? Don't die at least. Eventually, I do want you to read the chocolat thing.
>>6035658Always remember that if you don't plan your maintence it'll suddenly show up without asking. Rest all you need to and don't push yourself too hard!
>>6035658Glad you're seeing a doctor about it! In the meantime would you consider running every other day? It'd be reassuring.
>>6035658Thanks for letting us know, hope you recover! Now, a riddle: what kind of panties has Phanty got on? See-through!
>>6035696BOOOOOOOOOOOOO
>>6035698kek
>>6024323>You do think to ask her, “Hey, how old’s Hakka, exactly?”>“Hm? Oh, he turned 18 at the start of this year.” she answers. “Why do you ask?”>“Was kinda surprised he decided to head off with Cheelai instead of stay here, but I guess that explains it.” you respond with a nod. “…I think Cheelai’s in her early 20s or somethin’. Guess that’s fine.” You never actually asked Izzy how old the girl was. She did look relatively young-ish, but...>“I thought she was a teenager.” Cocoa comments, but shrugs.Fun Fact: Videl's 20 and in her junior year.
>>6035753Can we get her to buy us liquor at Prom?
>>6035658>>6027661>B. I wanna keep working on my drawings, actually. It’s something I still really enjoy doing, and want to keep doing and improving on. Heh, who knows, maybe when I’m older some will get featured in a big name gallery somewhereMay I take this back kinda? I don't want to do the last part with the galleries, I just thought we would lose out on her hobby unless we voted B.
>>6029957Sorry, this is harsh. Just because Cocoa played a role that needs to be emotionally suppressed when others are heartbroken doesn't make her job easy. The more I think about it it does reflect what her acting has been so far: putting on a calmer face in bad situations.And that ghost story isn't reflective of her abilities. I'm sure if we asked her to tell it like a Ghost Story she would. It was just that it was another vote that had to be included in the post and didn't get the focus to make it a Ghost Story.But that all does raise a few points. Cocoa has used her acting to suppress her emotions so far and I'm not sure how she'll take to roles that need to be more expressive. And the big thing Kato, any story she helps tell or acts in? In order for it to be more than "Cocoa did a play and everyone clapped" we need to be taken into the story. Scenes would need to be played out just like your own, not ALLOFTHEM!? but I would like to see some Best Hits!Cocoa the Idol falling down on Cocoa the Actress would have been the easy route so I take it you have a reason for sending her up this one. A harder road for you both! To paint the picture of Cocoa the Actress I believe you're gonna need to pull double duty as Kato the Storyteller.
>>6036493Cocoa used to like music.>>2018236>And some day, Gohan and Peppa are going to find someone they love, that they want to marry... even if you might have an idea on who Gohan might pick. Still, that is way further down the line. You turn your attention over to the kids. “In other news, school will be starting again next week, kids. Are you two ready to go back in there? Your teachers might have some really interesting classes waiting for you.”>“I wanna see all my friends again!” Peppa declares. “I betcha Cocoa is gonna have a lot of questions for Gohan and me!”>“Cocoa... she’s the soft-spoken little brunette girl, right? She likes music a lot?”>“Uh-huh!” Peppa nods enthusiastically.I wonder how Peppa being friends with Cocoa took away the girl's passion for it?Also,>Peppa are going to find someone they love, that they want to marry... "Speak of Cocoa and Cocoa arrives!" Goddamn Maple, your matchmaking abilities are too powerful! How far a shot is that, 10 years?
Cocoa also used to have some bite to her.>>2935897>“Ah yes, the ones that know the secret to REAL ultimate power.” you joke. “Learned through being the ultimate paradox.”>Annoyed, Cocoa explains, “No crews or cameras were around, I’ve been keeping track of the filming schedules in my area. These were the real deal.”>“With the REAL ultimate pow-”>“The point is that they were just out in the open, looking for something.”>>2937743“What even would they want with those things?” Lime asks.“Well they already have the secret to real ultimate power-” you start, but don’t continue after Cocoa glares silently at you. “...Could be anything, really.>>2937743>You look over to Cocoa innocently, clapping your hands together. “(F)avor, really quick?”>She gives you a worried glance. “Before I say yes, does it potentially involve something dangerous?”>“Nnnnot for me in particular?”>Cocoa pinches the ridge of her nose. “...I’m going to regret this. What is it?”>“If I could borrow just a few bits of the wardrobe, something to hide my face...” you ask her meekly.>You can tell she wants to explain why that’s a bad idea, but a look over at her school causes her to shake her head. “Nothing expensive. Make it quick. DON’T. BREAK. ANYTHING.” She pokes you on the forehead as she emphasizes each word. “Clear?”>“Crystal.” you affirm with the kindest smile you can manage.>“If there’s a single scratch on anything I swear to God, Peppa...”Where the HFIL did this girl go to??? I wanna see more of her! Hopefully she didn't get replaced with a ninja double, or a machine mutant, or a 21 clone, or a
Please stop.
>>6036547>“Nothing expensive. Make it quick. DON’T. BREAK. ANYTHING.” She pokes you on the forehead as she emphasizes each word. “Clear?”...Peppa Can Have Little a Mommy Cocoa, as a treat
>>6036585Welp, gonna be writing something real quick. Expect a pastebin shortly.
>>6036593Uh. They're 16. Nothing too far.
>>6036367What's happened has happened. More than one person voted for B regardless.Once more, I am sorry for the delay. Haven't been feeling great today, but I don't want to put this off twice in a row. So while brief, we're back.>>6034890So, with all these things laid out, you think over who might be the best group to work with at this point. And… honestly, the supporting members are probably the ones you should be working with the most. Chiaotzu’s new Time Slip ability and his improved skills with telekinesis is a potent combo already, so imagine what he could do with some of your help. And Hearts is absolutely right, with Sala and Hado backing him up, they could turn the tide of battle dramatically. So… how would you best work with them?…Oh, oh you’ve got a GREAT idea. Pulling a page from Sachie’s book, you go for multi-form again, but once more work on an elemental variant to it! Shadow Magic! And just a bit more Magic Materialization to go with it. Now, what did Sachie say her dad called it…? Ah yes! “Kage Bunshin no Jutsu!” Haha, true Shadow Clones! You send each of the copies towards them, allowing them to get a feel for how such a technique works, and what it could be capable of. Striking them still feels physical enough, but it’s going to slow down a foe that dissipates them, and of course, you can just direct them to rush someone.Hado tries a shot at this… and it very much does not go the way he wanted it to, with his attempt at making a Shadow Clone just results in a vaguely Hado-shaped blob of darkness. If he launches it at someone, it’ll certainly have a dramatic effect, but… yeah it’s not convincing anyone that it’s a copy of him. He’ll need a lot more work to get something like what you’ve been able to pull off. Still, it’s at least a starting point for him. He might be able to figure something out with it with enough training.Now is the more pressing issue, actually devising a proper strategy against these foes. And the thing that you figure might need focus on is proper battlefield control. It’s highly likely that these Archons will have some kind of home field advantage, or at least have some way to bring it about, so doing what you can to minimize such a thing will prove paramount. You and everyone else go over the three that Hearts mentioned with him, the known strengths, weaknesses, fighting styles, and where exactly they’ll be fought.(cont.)
>>6036707For Zelos, his ability to manipulate the very atmosphere around him and others can prove quite pretty dangerous, especially how he can create airless vacuums at a whim. The broader abilities he’s capable of tend to be things like Wind Magic, Lightning Magic, able to conjure up whole storms and even create pockets of atmosphere in the void of space if needed. The blazing whip sword he wields has some pretty substantial range, even able to separate into shards enhanced with his Magical abilities. However... while these abilities sound dangerous, all have some obvious tells, and he himself would probably be particularly vulnerable to anything that can counter them, even briefly, and relies on those vulnerable to such things. 19 in particular is effectively a hard counter to him, not needing to breathe, able to absorb Magic and Ki blasts, and with the right support skills, she could take him down with relative ease. Lastly, his home turf is a place with a number of Magic artifacts and the like he might try to call on, in a massive temple complex that serves as his home. Sala suggests that all of you could infiltrate it while he’s away and make off with some of those before he gets a chance to use them, which might make any fight against him all the easier.Meanwhile, Yao, the self-styled Dragon Goddess, might prove more of a challenge. Her Magic is exceptionally strong, true, but she’s not nearly as reliant on it as Zelos is, able to back up her magic with substantial physical prowess. And that ability of hers to take on a more draconic, monstrous true state sounds like it’s something a simple MP Buster won’t render inert. Whoever goes up against her will need to be one of the heavy hitters, though having someone that can counter some of her abilities sounds like a must, especially with the grander scale of what her magic can do. Chuu Lee might be important for that fight, as she can at least hold off some of those skills, though anyone going into a fight with Yao will need to be extra careful. On top of all that, she makes her home in a very large palace complex that might even be the residence of some other, subservient dragon-beings to her. Keeping her from gaining any assistance from them should be a primary focus, maybe keeping her in a barrier like the one you’re in to ensure she’s only able to throw so much at you all.(cont.)
>>6036707>What's happened has happened. More than one person voted for B regardless.I'm fine with changing. As my favorite vtuber would say "The people who present their art at galleries are Fart Sniffers."https://youtu.be/XjgHN87rnzg?si=nN6Q8RzCSWOVJxDC
>>6036711Finally, Yaldadoth, prideful, arrogant, but merciless and ruthless, going by how Hearts describes him. Aside from a simple throne on the world he was first made Kami of, he doesn’t seem to have a particular place of residence… at least, in the mortal realms. Hearts theorizes he may actually spend most of his time with the higher gods, but can be drawn down to the lower realms to “punish those failing to live up to the standards set by the Gods” or the like. Hearts further notes that in addition to unprecedented Destructive powers, he’s shown capabilities of creation, very advanced kinds of Magic Materialization, and seems to have some form of foresight. From what you saw before, he can at minimum exist in high atmosphere or even space, so battles against him might be the hardest of all. However… there’s something that comes up that might be the thing that can turn the tide against him: his actual madness, and what might be pushing him into it. It might be that he’s acting more irrationally, more tyrannically, because he has something he’s trying to prove to one of those higher powers. Corny as it might sound, you might be able to beat him in a battle of the minds. At the very least, him attempting to justify his actions might prove enough a distraction that it can turn the tide. Couple that with an illusion here or there for good measure, with elemental multi-forms potentially being a big help at that.With all this said, Hearts suggests you, Chiaotzu, Sala, Hado, and 19 all work together against Zelos, while he works with everyone else against Yao. From there, you all can work on >A. That sounds good! Let’s wrap up this training and get ready!>B. Actually, we should switch up the teams a bit (how?)>C. Something else?
>>6036714I can't tell what Yao is. Is she Saurian, Two-Horned, or Rhino Horned? I need to know which would fit Izumi the Ox Princess who uses the Eight Trigram Furnace.
>>6036711>Meanwhile, Yao, the self-styled Dragon GoddessThis before or after the transition?>>6036714>A. That sounds good! Let’s wrap up this training and get ready!
>>6036714>>6036717Kakia and Epithymia didn't have their heads elaborated on, and Kakia could have been a lizard, so I am confused. Please tell me!
>>6036714>A. That sounds good! Let’s wrap up this training and get ready!>C. "I'll do my best. The gods won't have their way with me!"
>>6036714>A. That sounds good! Let’s wrap up this training and get ready!>C. Something else?"Hearts if someone named Fu shows up, purple skin, white hair, red eyes - punch him in the schnozz for me will you please?"
>>6036726Voting against, his mug is ours.
>>6036714Okay...>Whoever goes up against her will need to be one of the heavy hitters, though having someone that can counter some of her abilities sounds like a must, especially with the grander scale of what her magic can do. Izumi can do that.>Chuu Lee might be important for that fight, as she can at least hold off some of those skills, though anyone going into a fight with Yao will need to be extra careful.She might be important in that fight. She will definitely be important against Zelos with her wind mastery.>B. Switch Izumi and Chuu Lee, Izzy with Yao and Chuu Lee with Zelos.
Oh hey, Zelos uses Lightning Magic as well as Wind Magic. Hey Kato, is Chuu Lee familiar with any fighters who use Wind and Lightning Magic?>>6036714Changing >>6036722to support >>6036733
>>6036714>>6036725Supporting
>>6036714>A. That sounds good! Let’s wrap up this training and get readyOne more thing to test, let's make a new technique! We're facing elemental specialists, so why not create a counter to it? >D. Try to combine MP Buster and wind magic to create an elemental suppression effect that can shut down the storm specialist.Targeted or Area effects could be differently useful here.
>>6036744We did that.>Next up, you’ve gotta try your defensive skills. You get ready to form the Hero’s Barrier around yourself, your left hand extended, as your right hand moves to the hilt of the Sword of Braves. “You’re not the only one with defensive skills either. You’ve got a good measure for the kind of power and abilities these foes might be able to put forth, so let me try to hold out against such a thing.”>He smirks, then casually tossed a sphere of Ki into the air. You track it, and notice it has substantially more power than you’re expecting. What’s more, a cube forms around it briefly and… amplifies its strength hundredfold! It rockets back down at you, and you notice everyone else taking their own defensive positions. Right before it hits, it actually shatters into six different blasts. Oh, tricky! Thankfully you were able to time the Hero’s Barrier well, boosting it with Light Magic to both counter the Shadow you’re feeling them influenced with, but also reflect them away, drawing your sword with a swift motion and stabbing it forward, letting your Ki and Magic flow into it, the reflected attacks following through with it!
>>6036744>We're facing elemental specialists, so why not create a counter to it?Ah, posted too soon.It seems like Gravity Blow does that, it suppresses all the elements in a zone of control.
>>6036744>>6036748Hold the phone, if he uses wind to fly with his bird wings, then if he's caught in vacuum, he would be especially susceptible to gravity magic.
>>6036714>>6036726Supporting C>>6036733Good points, changing from A to this B
>>6036748Not bad, but not the same. Proactive suppression allows making any other attack as a counter instead of only defending against the magic. But the real trick is isolating one element at a time, then suppressing or otherwise blocking the use of that element. With MP Buster it could drain the magic from an area as soon as its used, or if targeted might disrupt only the casters control of that element.I have no idea what could actually come of this but I am betting theres something to be had.
>>6036752...hm! This is awkward. Exen, you mind looking though Izzy's pastebin real quick?
>>6036714>>6036744One modification to my >D vote:>E.Work with 19 on this, her experience with magic absorption should be invaluable.
>>6036714I think there should be another modification to your D vote to account for how Izumi does not possess the technique "MP Buster">>6036714>>6036755But this E is good.
>>6036753Fine, did I miss something specific you can point out?My mind is a seive as always.
>>6036756Oh whoops... Wait how? Dammit. Some here can use it though so it could be a team effort. Or a comboor something. Worth a shot at least. Maybe we can help our MP Busting ally learn how to do it instead.
>>6036760Ah, scratch that.>And… it looks like Pantea might actually be down for the count. Keli gives Peppa a thumb’s up… and is then hit by a surprise MP Buster from Izzy.It's her Surprise MP Buster.
She has it, just not on the sheet. Make sure to fix that when you get the chance boss.
>>6036771Kato would notice that post quicker if you linked it to her like this >>6036714I swear, you always let grudges get in the way of good sense.
>>6036714>>6036755Supporting some more!
>>6036712So get this, art galleries Are a bogus institution where the rich inflate the value of lovely crap for their own games of tax write-offs and shit like that, but we can use that to our advantage! We're world famous, we have friends and family in the right circles, so all the royalty and corporate heads and dandy boys can drum up the price of whatever we put out there, AND THEN we can use that money for charity!We'll be scamming the 1% into thinking we're the New Freshest Talent on the block, when really they're wasting money on some dumb monkey drawings!>>6036714>>6036725And supporting this C
>>6036714Hit supports these>>6036726>>6036744And same
>>6036714>A. That sounds good! Let’s wrap up this training and get ready!
>>6036726>>6036807Can the suptg person add NTR to the tags? RIP Fu's Face x Izzy's Fist, you had a good run
Rolled 7, 16, 17 = 40 (3d20)>>6036717Mostly humanoid lady with dragon horns, tail, eyes, etc.>>6036714Kakia looked like a Toriyama-style fishman. Epithymia looked like a Toriyama-style demon lady.>>6036771apologies, I'll get that fixed.Okay. Gonna roll real quick, and I'll call it a night. Roll me 2d20, best of three. DC is 13 for both.
>>6036836Sorry, second meant for >>6036723
Rolled 17, 15 = 32 (2d20)>>6036836How horny is she???
Rolled 11, 1 = 12 (2d20)>>6036836
Rolled 4, 20 = 24 (2d20)>>6036836
>>6036842... I'M ON FIRE!!!!!!
Rolled 13, 7, 12 = 32 (3d20)>>6036839two>>6036841>>6036842okay, passed both! if with slight complicationand gonna call it a night here. we should be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. If there are any complications again, a statement will be made. Promise. Thank you all for playing, stay safe, and hopefully see you then.
>>6036846Rest well boss
>>6036846Thanks! Have a good night!
>>6036846>>6036853Wait, no. No thanks! That answer came too late to matter. I wanted to fight Evil Ox Queen and there's a chance I could have swayed the others to join in with that reasoning! I wanted to know it immediately and before I made a decision and that information on their horns should have been included in their descriptions!
>>6036846But still, good night, see you tomorrow~!
I want Zelos' sword damnit. Dragon Woman has nothing that interests me.
>>6037102https://youtu.be/YaG5SAw1n0c
>>6037107>but we're playing a girl rn
Okay, feeling... marginally better mow, we are back>>6036714You could probably do pretty well helping out the team going to face off against Yao, but… you’re probably best suited towards the fight against Zelos. For now, at least. “All right, sure. Just mention anything if your battle requires any extra help, though.”“Noted.” Hearts accepts.“Do you think you’re all set then, Izzy?” Chiaotzu questions.“Hmm… maybe, though I figure all the Wind-based skills he has might require something extra to help deal with it. Maybe more of an area of effect technique…” You ponder on it, then snap your fingers. Oh you’ve got just the thing. “Mind if I get some help with this? How about… 19, wanna help me out with a thing?”She steps forward and nods. “Very well. What do you have in mind?”“Something to drain broader-range skills like the ones we’ve been warned about.” All right, you want to apply an MP Buster effect over a broader area. And the best way to probably go about that is through some kind of creative application of it combined with Wind Magic. At least, for this kind of foe. Maybe trying other kinds could produce similar countering effects, but one step at a time. Harmonizing the energies you’re attempting to control, you clap your hands together, then spread them wide! You let out the energy in a field around you, trying to stretch it out far and wide. A slightly distorted color follows it, traces of emerald light with hints of blues, greens, purples, and whites shimmering through it.19 attempts to launch a Wind-enhanced Ki blast through the affected area… and while it doesn’t stop it, it does diminish its power. Perfect! Next up, you try to get her to work alongside you, using this field you’ve created to try and help siphon in energy towards her better, so she can try to absorb things with greater ease. Now a test: you both have Chuu Lee launch her own Wind-enhanced Ki blast between you and 19. And it… does actually work! She struggles with it at first, but working in tandem allows the two of you to not only weaken Magical attacks headed into the field, but redirect them into 19, letting her absorb them. …Almost a little too well, as you end up sending some of this field of energy into 19 too, which does provide a little boost, but kinda… unbalances her systems for a moment.Whoops.(cont.)
>>6037653You rub the back of your neck apologetically, but 19 makes the best of it, commenting, “I probably should try to work with the concepts behind the MP Buster regardless. It is a useful skill to have on its own, but you’ve shown it is capable of even more than one would have thought.”Slamming your fist into your palm, you declare confidently, “Okay, think we’re ready. Those gods ain’t gonna know what hit ‘em. They’ve had their way with this universe for too long.” you point your thumb at yourself. “Ain’t gonna happen to me, or any of us though!”…You notice Sala snickering a little. “Ya really said that with a straight face?”“...Shush.” you mutter with a pout. Bah, whatever, motivational speech worked, everyone looks ready. While everyone’s making their final preparations, you remark to Hearts, “Say, if you ever see a guy with big dorky glasses, white hair with a side cut pulled back into a ponytail, purple skin, pointed ears, red eyes, and a tendency to experiment and ramble? Deck ‘em in the schnozz for me.”“I… see?” he responds in the first show of confusion you’d ever seen with him.“Good.” you confirm.Now, how to go about this next part? You’re going to need some plan for the infiltration part…>A. Let Sala and Hado sneak in first with Chiaotzu, you and 19 should hold back until you’re needed>B. Everyone, this is a sneaking mission! Use of stealth is required! Someone, get the box, and be ready to grab everything you can!>C. Someone should try to draw out Zelos from the palace complex first, then let someone sneak in>D. Something else?
>>6037653>feeling... marginally better mow
>>6037654>A.>D. Have buffs ready to go as soon as we need to move in.
>>6037654>C. Someone should try to draw out Zelos from the palace complex first, then let someone sneak inhttps://youtu.be/HwuYGCUORuE?feature=shared
>>6037654>A. Let Sala and Hado sneak in first with Chiaotzu, you and 19 should hold back until you’re needed>>6037661Nah, we don't know what's in there so let's keep calm.
>>6037661Like, buffs will be a good idea when the fight starts, but Gohan and Krillin kept their Power Levels low when they were on Namek, so keeping unbuffed has its advantages, you know?
>>6037661>A. Let Sala and Hado sneak in first with Chiaotzu, you and 19 should hold back until you’re needed>D. Something else?Lets work on exit strategies with 19 while we wait incase they get caught early and we need to throw away the plan.
>>6037672Exit strategies as in getting everyone out - not leaving them to be clear.
>>6037654Support>>6037672>>6037676
>>6037653>And the best way to probably go about that is through some kind of creative application of itIzumi, to herself:>"I am so smart! I am so smart! S-M-R-T! I mean, S-M-A-R-T!">>6037654>B. Everyone, this is a sneaking mission! Use of stealth is required!>Clothes beam a disguise, Acer and Chi-Chi didn't raise a fool! They raised the Smartest Princess in the World, that's what they did.
>>6037654>>6037661I also forgot to say support alongside my stuff.
>>6037654>>6037672>>6037685Supporting!>>6037688And clothes beam some disguises, I have a couple in mind,
>>6037654>>6037693
>>6037654>>6037693>>6037697Aight, backing.
>>6037654>>6037697Chiaotzu
>>6037654>>6037705Sala
>>6037654>>6037707And Hado!
>>6037654>Slamming your fist into your palm, you declare confidently, “Okay, think we’re ready. Those gods ain’t gonna know what hit ‘em. They’ve had their way with this universe for too long.” you point your thumb at yourself. “Ain’t gonna happen to me, or any of us though!”>…You notice Sala snickering a little. “Ya really said that with a straight face?”No, Sala. I didn't vote to say that, I didn't vote to say it to you, and I didn't vote to say it as a motivational speech.>B. Now get in the box with a fox.
>>6037705>>6037707>>6037712>>6037654ye
>>6037654>>6037661>>6037685Supporting Ds>>6037688>>6037693>>6037720Supporting Bs and the disguises.
>>6037688>>6037693>>6037733Why do we need those when we have The Box? >>6037654>>6037720>No Outfits, Box Only, Final Destination!
Rolled 7, 9, 10 = 26 (3d20)Okay, real quick, roll me 3d20, best of three. DC is 13 for the first two, 15 for the last.
Rolled 16, 18, 11 = 45 (3d20)>>6037745
>>6037654>A. Let Sala and Hado sneak in first with Chiaotzu, you and 19 should hold back until you’re needed>B. Everyone, this is a sneaking mission! Use of stealth is required! Someone, get the box, and be ready to grab everything you can!>C. Someone should try to draw out Zelos from the palace complex first, then let someone sneak in
Rolled 20, 12, 17 = 49 (3d20)>>6037745
Rolled 8, 3, 20 = 31 (3d20)>>6037745
And then we get to Zelos and roll three 1s
Rolled 3, 13, 18 = 34 (3d20)>>6037746>>6037749>>6037751Well, passed all of 'em!
Rolled 4, 17, 5 = 26 (3d20)>>6037754And one more...
>>6037653>redirect them into 19, letting her absorb them. …Almost a little too well, as you end up sending some of this field of energy into 19 too, which does provide a little boost, but kinda… unbalances her systems for a moment.>Whoops.I was hoping her clothes would rip off.
Rolled 15, 14, 1 = 30 (3d20)>>6037755Okay, after this I am gonna call it a night early again, and I apologize for this. However, we'll be back closer to ~6:30 pm PST tomorrow, promise, and if there is anything wrong, y'all will know before then. Stay safe out there.
>>6037760Can we let you know if something's wrong?Good night.
>>6037760Rest well boss.
>>6037760Good night Kato, I'll most likely get banned in the morning.
Okay, we are back!>>6037654The following day, after a decent amount of rest for everyone, all of you are ready for your respective missions. Since this is going to require a good amount of stealth, disguises are going to be needed! And while you’re going to let Chiaotzu lead this infiltration with Hado and Sala, you and 19 holding back a bit, you all still make sure you’re not too far behind one another. You and 19 need to appear the most inconspicuous of all, and so you’ll use a classic technique: the ol’ box trick.https://youtu.be/V7_4CbBcvyU?si=3nWG7AS9b96v3vL_After being transported to the world he rules over, you notice that the temple complex that makes up Zelos’ domain is… interesting. In the center is a massive pyramid structure, and there’s a mixture of very ancient aesthetic styles and more futuristic touches strewn across both interior and exterior, almost reminding you of the Kyodai Pyramid, though with more modern/futuristic sensibilities, and you can tell the place is… just brimming with Magics of all kinds. And right in the middle of it all is a very powerful source of it, but that’s not all, the same source is substantially strong. At least a match for you and 19 combined, probably even moreso.You make sure everyone’s ready with whatever buffs, debuffs, and other supportive skills they need, while you and 19 try to devise an exit strategy. That, and it doesn’t hurt getting a good look at some of these things. There are definitely some guards and the like patrolling the complex, but avoiding them proves easier than you expected. If anything, they seem to be more focused on escorting around… well, various scholars, scientists, mages, and the like making sure they’re kept under close watch. There are a few folks that seem to be priests around too, though they also seem to have more of a warrior basis to them… Paladins, maybe? Clerics? …Warlocks? Maybe some bizarre combination of all of the above.Uuuggghhh you’re able to find a dozen magical tomes being actively used but you can’t understand the written language of them. Beh. Sneak one or two out with you just in case. However… you might also have something you can use to get everyone out of here when things get dicey. Not only are there some places that seem to have Magic Portals, of all things, they look to be relatively simple to activate. And even if not, you can… maybe brute force them? Well, keep that as a last resort. Either way, there’s a way out of here if there prove to be any major traps or the like giving you all too much trouble.(cont.)
>>6038473…Which is when you get some bad news from Chiaotzu.‘We’ve been able to sneak a few things of note out from where they’ve been contained, deactivate some warding and controlling spells, but guards near us are on alert, and what’s more, I think Zelos has barrier traps that- Sala no!’‘Wait what? What happened to Sala? …Chiaotzu?’There’s a tense few seconds, but Chiaotzu gets back to you. ‘That was close, she almost got caught up in a barrier trap. Okay, we should start getting out of here, and soon.’‘Right, right, okay, we found some Magic Portals just a bit ago, and…’ After explaining the potential escape route, you and 19 look to one another. It’s go time. Might need some way to distract Zelos now.>A. Get as close as you can and make your presence known, that’ll keep the god and his servants from targeting your allies>B. 19, try to get close to Zelos, I’ll be on Portal Duty just in case they need help>C. Maybe you can have Chiaotzu’s group go to one set of portals, while you and 19 go to another, drawing Zelos there and shoving him out of this temple complex!>D. Something else?
>>6038476>D. Do a dance as a diversion!
>>6038476>A. Get as close as you can and make your presence known, that’ll keep the god and his servants from targeting your allies>D. Something else?Time to test out our two new techniques. Prepare a Shadow clone for the new elemental breaker move together. This should allow us to keep 19's systems balanced better while fighting Zelos.>>6038480Do a dance with our shadow clone in the diversion, make it classy and stylish.
>>6038476>C. Maybe you can have Chiaotzu’s group go to one set of portals, while you and 19 go to another, drawing Zelos there and shoving him out of this temple complex!>>6038480Tentatively supporting, what dance?
Exen vote:>>> >>6038476>>6038481>Supporting>The "dancing" though could maybe be closer to blade dancing. Danger can be more distracting than spectacle, but splitting the difference is best of all.
>>6038476>C.>>6038480And supporting the dance and shadow clone in>>6038481>>6038486I have a dance, I have a dance, I have a dancehttps://youtu.be/cEz0nXpcRHc?si=IhSarlbFiaLK_XfaIn honor of our mother, also father's favorite song.
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>>6038490>The "dancing" though could maybe be closer to blade dancing. Danger can be more distracting than spectacle, but splitting the difference is best of all.Can we do it like this, please? https://youtu.be/vDz-CToMoUw?si=ma5cNuCtrPE4ut2X
>>6038476>>6038481>>6038540Supporting! Let's duel our clone, en garde- hol up are we swordfighting our clone or are our clones swordfighting each other?
>>6038476Do we have the Para Para Bros' Woofers in a capsule? That would help the dance a lot.>>6038481>>6038490>>6038540>>6038556I wanna have the Chichi wo Moge song play in the background while we swordfight, it has a swordfighty rhythm. May we please?
If we go for any song, clearly this is the best choice:https://youtu.be/gTwGdzRnrtA?si=z0l8NzgGwoik-Lv_
>>6038577No, the song I posted is the better choice for swordfighting.
>>6038473>>6038481>>6038490This seems good.
>>6038580I do not agree. The base song was the best, it had an energetic Spanish guitar, but if we are to change it, I have shown my preference.
>>6038476>D. Fireworks up a display (in their own alphabet) of pic related
>>6038584Your song is for something epic, I want something that will make things a bit sillier to suit a big distraction, hopefully with slapstick and hijinks.
Rolled 9, 13, 19 = 41 (3d20)Okay then. Roll me another 3d20, best of three. DC is 13 for the first two, 14 for the last.
Rolled 10, 9, 13 = 32 (3d20)>>6038600
Rolled 16, 18, 15 = 49 (3d20)>>6038600
Rolled 16, 12, 15 = 43 (3d20)>>6038600
Rolled 6, 17, 18 = 41 (3d20)>>6038601>>6038603>>6038606Passed all!
Rolled 7, 15, 14 = 36 (3d20)>>6038610And one more...
Rolled 17, 1, 9 = 27 (3d20)>>6038611And writing...
https://youtu.be/fNTlmRtoUUA?si=IubWpOalLn2Q11Iu>>6038611>And one more...Can we roll for our clone too?
>>6038476‘Chiaotzu, get your team close to one of these portals. We’ve got a plan.’ you tell him telepathically. Turning to the robot girl, you next ask, “Ready to put on a bit of a show?”“I am ready.” 19 confirms.Okay, you both find a place to get this ready, and… now! Shadow Clone! You and your copy face one another… and draw your blades. “Let’s get their attention as we make our way towards Zelos, with a little dance.”“Number 19, the music, if you will!~” your copy calls forth. She seems… bemused by the request.You then notice the very slightest hint of a smirk on her face. “I shall use one of Giru’s favorites.”https://youtu.be/-n-zduNJ0t8?si=ylbBOfua54LFPlOF…Cheeky. Bah, not slashbuckling enough. Or silly. Or… egh, whatever!Ah well. The two of you flare up your auras and begin a blade dance against one another. The sudden clash is noticed immediately by the surrounding peoples, confusion and anger coming from the guards. “What are you two kids doing here?!” one man demands, but when you fail to answer in time, he holds his hand forward. “Apprehend these troublemakers! Sealing Chains!” He and a few others shoot out Magical chains, but they’re ones you and your copy don’t have to worry about, avoiding them easily.“Haha, you thought you could make off with some priceless artifacts and make ME take the blame for it, did you?!” you ask your copy, trying to get a narrative going as you let out just a bit more power. Good, more have noticed, but they’ve taken pause.“I did, and I shall, foolish do-gooder!” she retorts, forcing you back with a twirling, flashy display, that lets out just enough power that it’s getting the attention of some of the stronger people in this place. Good, very good.“Well met! You fight just like my sister!” And now, a snap of the ol’ Will o’ Wisp! An explosion of flame erupts around your copy, only to be blasted away with tremendous winds.“I -AM- your sister, big-headed braggart!” she declares. Noticing several of the stronger guards taking aim at her with… oh hey, Magicians’ staffs. Neat. Well she snatches them all away and instead uses them in an attempt to blast YOU with them! …Not the face not the face nottheface!The Hero’s Barrier forms around you and deflects them all with ease. “Yet you relying on such paltry tricks, rather than your own strength!” Channeling your energy through your sword, you slash out with a draw cut that hits a wall and breaks through it, and several others in the process. Closing in on where Zelos is.(cont.)
>>6038729“I’d only use my best against a worthy foe! You’ll have to do better than that to prove yourself as such!” Okay, some proper Paladin/Cleric types now, all of them trying to trap your copy in a swirling vortex of Wind and Shadow. “You still rely on weaklings like these to make up for your lack of strength, I see! FOOLS!” Throwing the Spirit Bits out, she breaks through the barrier they’re trying to make and blasts each of them with just enough power to knock them out.“Your battle is with me, my vile twin! Leave them alone!” One last declaration and-…He’s coming.https://youtu.be/-W8MBjTk2E8?si=SEJzCWzjq4p9QeKmHere you go.19 has secured the portal, and in the commotion, Chiaotzu has gotten everyone else out (with Sala snatching one last thing and almost getting caught for it). While you and your counterpart have finally happened upon Zelos in-person. An alien humanoid with a long beak, elaborate dress with many Magical charms woven into it. He leads a procession of priests, mages, scholars, all behind him in a protective barrier. He observes the battle between you and your copy for a moment, bemused. And his eyes narrow.“Acolytes. The discussion of the Polar Shift and its affects on the Consciousness Grid will have to take pause. It seems I have a troublemaker I must deal with personally.” he declares. “Child. You should not have interrupted me.”“Great Zelos! My evil twin was trying to make off with some of your artifacts!” you call to him, trying to keep this up.“Trying to? I -AM- making off with them, fool!” she declares, taking to the air and starting to fly off.He is not amused by the act. You can sense a substantial amount of energy build up around him as he lazily starts to raise a hand. Okay that’s… some kind of sealing spell, do NOT get caught by it! You take after your copy, with her making her way towards one of the portal rooms. Zelos follows, now a bit more focused. “Why do you insist upon such an obvious trick, child? This game you attempt to play will not end well for you.”“Empty threats, oh ‘Great’ Zelos! This is- WOAH!” Your copy just narrowly avoids being surrounded by an aura that you… can guess would have shut her down completely, no longer able to keep separate form from you as her Magic and Ki would have just… stopped working. Yeah better avoid that. Okay you’re at the right place! 19’s in position, Zelos is too focused on the distraction that is you.A dismissive sigh escapes his mouth. “You do seem to have some unique abilities, child. Give up the game you are trying to play and perhaps I can show… a degree of mercy for this blasphemous act.” An aura surrounds him as he holds his hand up… and suddenly the air starts to feel thin. “If you refuse though- …what in the underworld is making that noise?”(cont.)
>>6038730Now or never! You and your Shadow Clone slam your hands on the portal device, activating it with a quick boost of power, and then try to counter his attempt to rob the room of air. He’s so focused on that sudden action and trying to counter it that 19 coming in and blasting him through the portal doesn’t register until it’s too late.From what you can sense, he’s on the other side of the planet now. Good. Time for a proper battle!>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!
>>6038732Kato this was the best time I've had in the whole thread, very entertaining! Thanks for rolling with it! >Izumi steals the show to the point where she wins an audition across space and time
All righty, we are back!>>6038732Okay, the fight’s at hand. Chiaotzu’s evacuated with Hado and Sala, you and 19 have gotten Zelos out of the complex and halfway across the planet. And he is pissed. You’ve got a brief moment to press what advantage you have, but how shall you go about it? 19 seems ready to charge in after Zelos…>A. Shut down the portal from this side, let’s regroup with Chiaotzu, Hado, and Sala first>B. Send your Shadow Clone in with 19 after Zelos, and then shut down and regroup with Chiaotzu>C. The battle’s on, charge in with 19, have your copy close the portal, and be ready to battle!>D. Something else?
>>6039396>C. The battle’s on, charge in with 19, have your copy close the portal, and be ready to battle!>D. Something else?Shadow clone go regroup with Chiaotzu, Hado and Sala>E. Mahou Shield on 19.
>>6039396>A. Shut down the portal from this side, let’s regroup with Chiaotzu, Hado, and Sala first>D. He said something about a consciousness grid and polar shift. Sounds like bad feng shui to me, and our hakkero EATS feng shui!>Of course, back on Earth and Z'S and the Otherworld, we've gotten stern lectures on how abusing the hakkero's mechanisms would be bad, potentially catostrophic.>But we're not on those worlds, are we?
>>6039396Support >>6039413
>>6039396Exen Vote:>B. >But also:>D. Send our Normal Type self across instead of Dark Izzy.>...IF there is an advantage to doing so, in terms of his ability to shut us down.
>>6039396>B. Send your Shadow Clone in with 19 after Zelos, and then shut down and regroup with ChiaotzuSo the clones can still function if they're cut off? Hm...>inb4 our clone, filled with shadow magic, calls Zelos birdbrain, a booby, and a bustard without us there to moderate>>6039423It does say Zelos can control the atmosphere with his magic, so we could try absorbing all the magic out of the atmosphere.
>>6039396>>6039413Supporting C and D, and the E only if 19 doesn't have that barrier the other androids use, Izumi has a hakkero but she is not a powerhouse. Gotta use our energy wisely.>>6039423>>6039437Also supporting. We can probably interfere with Zelos a lot using our Hakkero, so I say going directly to him and cribbing Celes' Runic could work well.
>>6039446Heh, you said "bust"
>>6039463
Rolled 6, 3, 1 = 10 (3d20)All righty, roll me 4d20, best of three! DC is 15 for the first two, 15 for the third, 17 for the last!
Rolled 5, 5, 3, 20 = 33 (4d20)>>6039475bird is the word
Rolled 3, 14, 2, 3 = 22 (4d20)>>6039475
Rolled 14, 13, 6, 4 = 37 (4d20)>>6039475
>>6039475>DC is 15 for the first two, 15 for the third,Is the DC 15 or 14 for the first two? urgent
Rolled 17, 2, 6 = 25 (3d20)>>6039475>>6039476>>6039477>>6039481>>6039482...So. I realize too late that I hit the wrong number. DC is indeed -14- for the first two. Apologies.Passed three!
>>603948215 for the first two and 7 for the third!
Rolled 17, 12, 16 = 45 (3d20)>>6039483And one more...
Rolled 3, 13, 7 = 23 (3d20)>>6039485And writing...
...it occurs to me that because of how multi-form works, we are also Dark Izzy and can go do Dark Izzy things.
>>6039522eh we can worry about it later
>>6039522Good point, we Can do Dark Izzy things! And for her, I have something in mind so vile, something that offends all who see it, something that might be too much for a blueboard,>>6039396>D. Before we leave, Dark Izzy and Lemon Izzy touch foreheads>whisper "Tuff Luck">pat each other on the back twice>refuse to elaborate>leave
>>6039396Well, if 19’s going through, you’re gonna back her up! You give her a bit more protection with the Mahou Shield and fly forward with her, leaving your clone to stay behind and shut down the portal, then regroup with Chiaotzu and the others. The other side of the portal is a more desert-like region, with some floating islands in the sky, and a scattered oasis here and there. And it’s dusk, with the sky showing brilliant shades of red, purple, yellow, even a hint of green.https://youtu.be/3WsMPgmZwQ4?si=0GHWI-rEXXoA-asoA swirl of winds erupt from the sands, and for a moment it’s like a dust devil has appeared out of nowhere, but it eases into a more concentrated flow. Zelos floats in the middle of it, glaring down at the two of you. “You have made a substantial mistake, children.” He tilts his head slightly, observing 19. “…You’re no organic being, yet I can sense Magic within you. Curious.” Then back over to you. “And I see you have chosen… poorly, child. Both of you have committed a blasphemous act. You should know this if you paid any attention to the condemnations of the renegades, but any mercy I may have shown for ignorance is gone. I will teach you both…” A blue and purple and green chaotic aura erupts around the birdman, almost flame-like, and… with Ki that you seem to not really be able to sense all that well, combined with a Magical strength even greater than your own, and even drawing in power from around himself somehow. “…the punishment fit for the blasphemy you’ve committed.”Okay, that’s enough time for your copy to get over to everyone else. “Talking a big game, bird brain. But I think it’s time for some new management.”19 bolts towards him, and with a thrust of his palm, those swirling winds return, drawing in sand with it, blasting out towards her. But she’s able to avoid it, and instead holds a palm out. She doesn’t launch an attack, but instead she absorbs some of the Magic he’s blasting off, empowering herself with it. With an angry twitch in his face, he swings his other arm at her several thrusts of sparking, metallic spikes conjured with that, 19 only barely avoiding them and backing away.You meanwhile launch into the air, trying to fly up higher, but as you do you notice the first attack Zelos let out hasn’t stopped. In fact, it’s still tracking you… and now seems to be electrified, thanks to 19 avoiding the electric spikes. Well… shit. You dodge and swerve around, even getting the Hero’s Barrier up to defend, but it only barely holds back the worst of it. Ow… well, his attention is back on 19 at least. You pull out the Hakkero. “Consciousness Grid, huh…?” you say aloud quietly, closing your eyes to focus. It might not be connected to this planet, but… maybe, just maybe, it’ll prove close enough in concept that you can get some kind of reaction working.(cont.)
>>6039623https://youtu.be/ifjjwW7x1iM?si=YM8fJQDfCnMzDF0fAfter focusing, you notice… a flow of energy towards one area, and follow it. There ends up being some kind of… “node” of Magic that’s actually channeling energy from across the planet, Ki, even the mental energy of many, many people. Guess it lives up to its name. All right, hold the Hakkero up to it… AGH! Well, it’s reacting all right! You feel the energy flowing through it, the Ki, the very thoughts of those… shackled to it, almost.So many things rush through your head, unrelentingly. Fears, hopes, aspirations, regrets, and yet… there’s an underlying sense of… seeking betterment, improvement, at almost any cost. It’s… almost like this whole thing is in place to reinforce that idea, to make sure it’s a unified thought among all under the grid. And in doing so, it’s somehow… not completely in sync with this plane of reality. You can feel places beyond it, places that really, really shouldn’t be connected to it. And in doing so, something in there takes notice of you.Something… wrong. Seething, festering, changing... rotting, almost.And in that moment, you hear Zelos’ voice screaming at you psychically, ‘YOU IDIOT CHILD, WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!’ Welp. He knows you’re up there, doing something he very much doesn’t want to happen. ‘CEASE AT ONCE WHILE YOU STILL HAVE ENOUGH OF A MIND LEFT TO COMPREHEND HOW RIDICULOUSLY FOOLISH YOU’RE BEING!’…Oh you’ve got some ideas now.>A. Try to bait him up here. If he’s actually showing worry about this, whatever in there might not be his pal>B. Nah. Imma break this… mind node thing. Watch!>C. Use the Hakkero to try and channel some of this energy to use against him! He’s not gonna expect that!>D. Reunite with your copy, you need full focus for whatever you’ll do next>E. Have your copy try to find another node like this, maybe some of the stuff Sala and Hado found with Chiaotzu can have a similar effect to the Hakkero>F. Something else?However, sadly,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!Vote open until then!
>>6039624>B. Nah. Imma break this… mind node thing. Watch!But>F. Don't tell him what you're trying to do, just act like our weak mind that you shoved into a power socket is oh so terribly afflicted due to our hubris.And.>C. Use the Hakkero to try and channel some of this energy to use against him! He’s not gonna expect that!Break it in a way that blasts him.
>>6039624 >E. Have your copy try to find another node like this, maybe some of the stuff Sala and Hado found with Chiaotzu can have a similar effect to the Hakkero>F. Commune with the grid:>Look, we have all felt at one point that we're not good enough. Our parents say we have to do better than the other kids because we're special, so we have to work harder to fit their standard or we are failures, and making other kids into failures is making our parents proud.>We have trouble finding a nice partner, it might be because we don't fit the criteria of the people we seek out, and it's also likely that the people we overlooked in our search for the one were similarly judged by us. But we have to get a partner, if we can't get a partner before we hit our 30s, we're trash, a cake that's gone stale. But we can't go for just anyone, and we can't be just anyone, so we all have to do insane regimens so our bodies will look good naked.>Our livelihoods will always be dead-end, low-wage Sisyphean torments, which we'll only be doing for a short-while, we're just temporarily embarrassed millionaires who have to flip burgers this one time and then we'll go places.>We are never going to improve like this.>Our students will only pursue scholarship so they don't fall behind a mandated standard, not to better their lives with knowledge that suits their passions. And we all won't get to go to university for further improvement because only a lucky few get picked for scholarships and a bigger portion get student loans and a biggerer portion settle for community college and the rest have to make do with the military and whatever else that Nepotism can scrounge up for them.>Our courtships will be shallow affairs, but there is a chance they will go in the deep end, where half the people are clinging onto anyone they can get for validation, and the other half will feel constricted by this ball and chain weighing them down. Glub glub.>And our jobs- man, I do love burgers. Society needs the people who flip burgers, it's okay to be that, the profession is more essential than the investment bankers and these, artifact fetishists, and we shouldn't be treated worse because we found a way to contribute to society that actually interacts with actual society. >I will admit, there is one big improvement we can make, and that is to find treasure in what we have. Doing just okay on the spelling test but finding spelling fun, preferring solitude because what you can do on your own is more fun than hooking up, and having a job where you can see a customer smile that also pays you a decent wage with benefits, those are all things that are achievable right now without the deceit of self-improvement, the only thing keeping us from them is this fucking bird and his magic doodads that can be hacked into by, his own words, "An idiot child."Izumi Mahogany, Working Class Ally Also Princess
>>6039624>B. Nah. Imma break this… mind node thing. Watch!
>>6039624>B. Nah. Imma break this… mind node thing. Watch!>E. Have your copy try to find another node like this, maybe some of the stuff Sala and Hado found with Chiaotzu can have a similar effect to the Hakkero>F. Break'em at the same time.
>>6039624>C.>E.>>>6039951This F.
>>6039624>>6039951>>6040177Supporting
>>6039624Sure, backing>>6039643>>6039951>>6040177
>>6039624>D. Reunite with your copy, you need full focus for whatever you’ll do next>F. There has been only one being who our family has held above any god.>Put some grain in your Hakkero, and shake it around.>Call out to the abyss, "Feeding Time~!"https://youtu.be/B2wwtmkkDkUhttps://youtu.be/iDHvrOO6adg?t=105>>6039643>>6040177Supporting.
>>6040177Supporting!>>6039649...on review this is projecting a lot of things, but there is one scenario I can see the burger thing fitting.
>>6039624>A. Try to bait him up here. If he’s actually showing worry about this, whatever in there might not be his palHoping >>6040219 is on to something>E. Have your copy try to find another node like this, maybe some of the stuff Sala and Hado found with Chiaotzu can have a similar effect to the Hakkero>Also ask them "How did it go with your disguises? Did you do the magician and his two jester assistants act to wow them? And where did your disguise go Chiaotzu, the Clothes Beam costs 1 ki a pop!"
>>6039624>>6040233Supporting too
Rolled 4, 15, 18 = 37 (3d20)Okay, we are back! And with that, roll me 5d20, best of three! DC is 15 for the first two, 16 for the next two, 17 for the last!
Rolled 8, 12, 9, 7, 16 = 52 (5d20)>>6040246
Rolled 18, 2, 6, 10, 7 = 43 (5d20)>>6040246
Rolled 14, 13, 17, 4, 6 = 54 (5d20)>>6040246
Rolled 2, 17, 19 = 38 (3d20)>>6040247>>6040248>>6040249Well, passed two!
Rolled 17, 5, 4 = 26 (3d20)>>6040250And one more...
Rolled 11, 5, 18 = 34 (3d20)>>6040251And writing...
>>6040252>>6028881Quick question! For the time traveling Majin would Mini Buu be more like their Uncle or more like their Grandpa?
>>6040277Alternate grandpa.>>6039624You look in the direction of Zelos. Then back at the node. Then back at Zelos. He’s this worried about it, huh? Welp! Gonna smash it! Hmmmm… maybe you should try to ham it up a bit? Yeah. Make ‘em think you’re already possessed. AHEM. ‘…This is but a monument to your own hubris, God of Fools. Blame no one but yourself.’ you psychically respond to him. Yeaaaah, that sounded cool.‘Child this is not a game! STOP AT ONCE!’You notice a sudden flurry of wind coming from all around you. Well you got his attention! At the same time you have your copy try to locate another one of these nodes herself with Chiaotzu, Sala, and Hado’s help. Okay, no Hakkero, but one of the things they found is apparently a spear with a shard of… well it FEELS like damn near crystalized Magic and Psychic power, and another is an orb you can tell is sorta like the ones Aunt Baba uses for for fortunetelling.Okay, time this just right. “So how’d the disguises go, guys? Jester and Magician act work well enough?” your copy questions, trying to ease just a bit of the tension around them all.“They went terribly! They damn well sucked!” Sala answers.“...She’s saying that because she couldn’t stay in character with it.” Hado notes.“OI! Shut yer trap! We had a bigger thing to bag! Like that!” She points at the spear. “Worked out well, didn’t it?!”“Well, let’s see if this works!” And a one, and a two, and a three…!You send energy into the spear and stab it at the node.You send energy into the Hakkero and have it react with the node.You send more energy in at each node, same time, and…!(cont.)
>>6040288https://youtu.be/uv65i36ZtvI?si=IfsRqyL6OQ0QHnPm…What the hell is that bleating sound…?Augh ow ow ow oW OW OW OW!The action forcibly dissipates your Shadow Clone and you suddenly feel energy surging BACK through you. You’re able to recollect yourself before that does any major damage, but your mind is still flooded by hundreds, thousands of thoughts, each soft as whisper, but together a cacophony of mental noise. You attempt to direct the energy flowing through you right now towards a very, very enraged Zelos, with you able to hear every single negative thought of his being thrown towards you. You hold the Hakkero forward with both hands, and release it…!Except it isn’t energy that comes out.No, instead, a clawed limb covered in iridescent carapace tears through, as if it’s physically ripping open a rift between dimensional boundaries. And all the flowing thoughts and energy you were trying to channel instead go right into the being that’s trying to break free. More of its body gets through, and you see the top half of a creature with a horned, three-eyed lion-like head with a sharp beak for a mouth kinda… jutting out of its face rather than properly attached on, more beetle-like carapace across its limbs and body with hints of a soft black flame around it almost giving the impression of “fur” made of fire, a shell opening up to reveal massive avian wings that glisten in the light. And… somehow, the thing’s energy feels familiar. Eerily so.At the same time though, you’re able to regain enough control over what’s going on to try and shatter this nodal point, and even better, it looks like Chiaotzu, Sala, and Hado succeeded in doing the same thing after your copy faded away! And in doing so, whatever method this thing was using to force itself free closes up, and only the upper torso of it remains… though instead of being bisected, there’s a shimmer of light across the cut off point. And it doesn’t exactly seem any worse for wear in spite of it being cut in half.“Do you have ANY idea what you’ve done you BLITHERINGLY STUPID CHILD?!” Zelos screams at you.Taking just a moment to properly sense it… you get a solid idea on why this thing felt familiar. You sense Demonic Ki in it, but more than that, it’s Ki like that of… Hirudegarn, the complete, evolved one you faced. A Majin. A full Demon God.>A. What -I- have done?! WHY IN THE HELL WAS THAT THING IN THERE?!>B. …Lead it towards Zelos, this will at the very least force his attention between all of you and this… thing here>C. Regroup with 19, try to come up with what to do next with her>D. Check in with Chiaotzu’s group, see if they’re dealing with anything like this>E. Something else?
>>6040291>B. …Lead it towards Zelos, this will at the very least force his attention between all of you and this… thing here>E. Something else?Raio-Ken.
>>6040291>B.>E. Play it cool. Casually remark how it isn't even the first one we've killed, and although its our bad and Zelos tried to stop us were still blaming him. Then throw Zelos at the maijin as he's blindly sputtering in rage (or something to that effect).>Hit a god with another god.
>>6040291>E. Introduce yourself, "You address Izumi Mahogany, Ox Demon Queen and Mistress of Gods!">Pop a capsule of Raw Tyrannosaur Steak, use a small Hell and Heaven on it to where it is ambiguously Rare and Well Done with Twilight Energy so the outworldly being can enjoy the concept of Schrodinger's Box.
>>6040307this is good too.
>>6040291>A. What -I- have done?! WHY IN THE HELL WAS THAT THING IN THERE?!>>6040307>>6040308Supporting!
>>6040291>>6040309Actually if we really want to throw him around it might be better to pull out full metal mecha mahou. You game?>E+ Also transform into Mahou Knight for optimal god-throwing conditions.
>>6040312sure.
>>6040288>“They went terribly! They damn well sucked!” Sala answers.in retrospect, wearing bells isn't conducive to sneakery>>6040312Let's do it to it! Right on! Bring it!
>>6040291>E. "Oh you goatsucker!">Use that demon god's other half to power your mecha suit>"Now unveiling my new armor, the MINOTIATRON!" all caps everytime
>>6040322This might work better, another Ox Demon King mecha. Going for a pun on Minotaur, Megatron, and Minotia who formed the legs.
Here's the Monkie Kid version
And here's another, last one.
>>6040291Backing>>6040310>>6040312
>>6040288>>6040305>>6040307>>6040310Supporting!
>>6040291>>6040322Supporting but I can't decide between >>6040323 and >>6040327
>>6040323>>6040339That isn't how Mahou Knight works though.
Rolled 1 (1d2)>>6040339Flipping a coin for it.1 - >>60403232 - >>6040327A wise...ard once said,
>>6040308>>6040333>and Mistress of Gods!"Hrm. Would Master work better? Mistress implies we marry gods, and we haven't met Beerus yet.
I'm going to make it clear here and now that such a thing will not work how you're trying to make it work. If you're going to insist upon it, fine, but I feel I should give a fair warning.Are you actually sure you want to do that?
Fixing with the right links,>>6040312Supporting>>6040322>>6040291I like >>6040327 the most>>6040346Mistress implies we're a homewrecker.>>6040347Nah, let's leave the behind past us, matata hakuna the butt right out.
>>6040347Let's not.
>>6040347Figured as much. Thanks boss
>>6040347Well, I've never been one to post the "let's keep going and see what happens" pic, but is this in reference to trying to malform the mecha into something more demonic, or is about using the power of this being's other half via the hakkero?>>6040350Oh, so this was about winning an argument?
Rolled 20, 10, 7 = 37 (3d20)Okay, roll me 4d20 this time, best of three! DC is 14 for the first two, 15 for the last two!
Rolled 13, 6, 12, 16 = 47 (4d20)>>6040354Because I felt using the lower half's power was a cool idea.
Rolled 19, 16, 5, 1 = 41 (4d20)>>6040354
Rolled 18, 16, 6, 8 = 48 (4d20)>>6040354
Late, but Hit supports >>6040307>>6040312
Rolled 4, 20, 18 = 42 (3d20)>>6040355>>6040356>>6040357Passed three! If with difficulty...
Rolled 6, 4, 18 = 28 (3d20)>>6040362And one more...
Rolled 1, 10, 7 = 18 (3d20)>>6040363And writing...
>>6040364...I'm sure its fine. 19 will just need some soldering, a trip to the local electronics department, and a glue gun.
>>6040347Aw dang, my plan didn't work out>>6040364>Rolled 1, 10, 7Neither did this guy's!
>>6040291A bleating sound while we're fighting a god? It must be Liam
>>6040376If 19 is half tulpa from being Chiaotzu's dollie, then can that love give other things heart and soul?https://youtu.be/9M4Mry-M7yQ>>6040383>A bleating sound while we're fighting a god? It must be LiamYou were expecting maybe... the Addams Family? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9M4Mry-M7yQ&t=42s
Rolled 7, 10, 13 = 30 (3d20)>>6040383Or perhaps, you're up against something fleeing FROM Liam.>>6040291Okay. Okay. Keep your cool. You can still work with this. First though? “EXCUSE ME?! What -I- have done?! WHY IN THE HELL WAS THAT THING IN THERE?!”“Idiot! IDIOT! The Consciousness Grid is aligned so it keeps things like that OUT of this realm!” Zelos holds his hands out, tapping his thumbs against his fingers as energy builds up around them. “Any that try to force their way in would be kept for later study and disposal! JUST LIKE THIS ONE WAS BEFORE YOU SHATTERED ONE OF THE NODES!”“STUDY?! That’s a MAJIN you MORON! A Demon God!” you yell back. You then notice the thing has taken proper notice of you and Zelos. And you can sense it isn’t happy. Okay, time to make sure this bird brained god knows what he’s dealing with. “You know what? It’s fine. I’ll get rid of it and stop you at the same time. It’s not even the first one I’ve beaten.”“Your boisterous posturing only reinforces how pathetically reckless you are you stupid child!” One hand moves forward, lines of energy surrounding the Majin, while the other moves to hold you in place with the same technique. “You will serve as an example of what happens when you meddle with things well beyond your understanding! Your name will live in infamy!”https://youtu.be/hFCKSnfAYjU?si=1GzuqXGmkK-lZxg1Instead, you bolt forward, raising your Ki and bringing out your crystal. “I think not! You’re facing Izumi Mahogany! Ox Princess! She who has defeated Kais! Mahou of Earth!” You get in front of the Majin and get it to start following you after throwing a Magic Materialized steak chew toy you infuse with a bit of Light and Shadow, the lines beginning to converge. “MAJIN SLAYER!” with that, you use the Raio-ken and fly faster, surprising Zelos with your speed. He stops trying to cast whatever containing spell he has ready and instead aims a finger at you as he turns around, still trying to contain the Majin with his other spell. “And last but most certainly not least… the courageous soul with the power of MAHOU KNIGHT!”Summoning the Magic Mech around you, Zelos is initially surprised by it, but angrily fires a small Ki blast your way. You block it, but it ends up not doing much damage… at first. Instead, it seems to have locked you into something, as suddenly blasts of Lightning start to strike at you from all around. You’re able to hold out against it, but each one seems to hit with the kind of power you’d see with some of Videl or Pantea’s strongest attacks! …Maybe you can use this to your advantage though!(cont.)
Rolled 7, 16, 11 = 34 (3d20)>>6040409“Overconfident! You may have substantial power backing you, I can admit that, but you are a fool nonetheless!” Zelos declares, upping the intensity of the attacks. The Majin behind him roars, still pushing past the containment spell he has… and is slowed down enough that he’s able to casually avoid its lunge at him. He snorts dismissively, smirking, but still enraged. “I will put you back in your place shortly, first I must make an example of-!”And then you charge forward at full speed with the Mahou Knight, with him too focused on lecturing and trying to seem daunting that he’s caught off-guard when you reach him. You grab the alien avian with the mech right as you get hit again, but this time the Lightning strikes him as well. “HRRRAAAAAHHHH!” With a ferocious yell, you slam Zelos into the Majin, yet another blast of Lightning hitting you, him, and the beast all at once!That deals some real damage, but you’ve taken some hits in trying to accomplish that yourself. And Zelos isn’t done yet, though the Majin lets an inferno erupt out from its body that does so some extra damage. Zelos though is able to recover, getting away from the Majin and successfully sealing it in the barrier he was making. And with that same hand, he lets out several blasts into it… blasts that are Amplified by the sealing spell!Another bolt of Magical Lightning is about to strike you, when… you suddenly dodge it without even realizing it! Followed by that strange sensation… wait, of course! Chiaotzu! He’s here! The next few blasts Zelos attempts suddenly disappear, and where they were going to hit, 19 appears, having somehow already drained a substantial amount of the energy from the barrier keeping the Majin in! It breaks free once more, and sets its body ablaze again, rampaging as it lets out several blasts of chaotic black flame.19 appears on the shoulder of your mech, with the blasts of Lightning fading. “I will admit, I was not expecting to see another one of those any time soon.” She then turns to you with a bit of a side-eye, commenting, “I do not think it is interested in being our ally either.”“Look, it wasn’t entirely intend to bring it out, but it’s proving effective… for now, at least.” you respond.(cont.)
Rolled 5, 16, 3 = 24 (3d20)>>6040412‘Eeeeeyyyy… so, uh, Hado and I just tried t’ break another one of those node things, and… he’s out cold now. Tryin’ to heal him up, but don’t think he’ll be walkin’ any time soon.’ Sala informs you. Damn. Not good.Well, now what?>A. 19, you’ve been absorbing quite a lot of power, think it’s about time to use it?>B. Sword of Braves, it worked on Hirudegarn, it’ll work on this Majin!>C. Hit the both of ‘em with one of your best attacks!>D. Time to put a damper on Zelos’ skills! Wind Element Buster, over a wide area!>E. Combo attack with 19! Let Chiaotzu help time your attacks just right!>F. Something else?And again,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!Vote open until then!
>>6040414>Hado and I just tried t’ break another one of those node thingsThose two can fly? Huh.>D. Time to put a damper on Zelos’ skills! Wind Element Buster, over a wide area!Thanks for running!
>>6040414>A. 19, you’ve been absorbing quite a lot of power, think it’s about time to use it?https://youtu.be/3SDBTVcBUVsTFR!Also this whole thing reminds me of the Lava Mog. Give this a watch please! https://www.tiktok.com/@dimension20/video/6923690950837472518
>>6040414>>A. 19, you’ve been absorbing quite a lot of power, think it’s about time to use it?>B. Sword of Braves, it worked on Hirudegarn, it’ll work on this Majin!
>>6040414>A. 19, you’ve been absorbing quite a lot of power, think it’s about time to use it?>F. Tell 19 we'll focus our tactics to help with whatever she plans to do with her stored power to create a clear shot to do it.> "Tell me what kind of opening you need and I'll make sure your move counts." And combine that with >D. Time to put a damper on Zelos’ skills! Wind Element Buster, over a wide areaIt'll help distract and debuff him to support 19
>>6040414>>6040432Oh and part of that "create an opening" should be bragging about how powerful we are. Nothing like taking the spotlight away from our actually planned attacker.
>>6040414Supporting>>6040430>>6040432What would be a good dual-tech for Izzy and 19 here, Blade Toss or Bubble Snap? Shame we don't have Basilea with us, then we could do Spin Strike
>>6040414How is Lime's Cash n Grab going? Something like this? https://vimeo.com/962893221?share=copy
>>6040432support
>>6040409 >“I think not! You’re facing Izumi Mahogany! Ox Princess! She who has defeated Kais! Mahou of Earth! MAJIN SLAYER!”This was not what I intended with >>6040308I was not aiming to present ourselves as a good guy but as this guy's worst nightmare. Really play up the Demon Queen angle and act like we have the majin under control. This facade does not go with option A and option A got less votes than option B. Option B ties into acting like we wanted for the majin to appear and use it to our advantage.>>6032914>Please, if some of the options clash in tone can those options with fewer votes simply lose and not get written?I am asking again for you to please consider which options go together instead of including all of them. The more the options get meshed together the less they matter, and it doesn't make voting feel useful.>>6040347I appreciated when you gave us this heads up and I want to see more of that. A game like this is built on communication and I want to get my ideas through to you.
>>6040412Support >>6040430>>6040432And >E.Have 19 buff Sword of Braves with borrowed energy
>>6040414Supporting >>6040430 so the Knight will have the Sword of Braves>C. Hit the both of ‘em with one of your best attacks!>Leap out of the Knight after sending it to charge at them for an opening>Elemental Clones + Wide Shot = PRISM BARRAGE>>6040432>>6040879Wait! What if 19 gets in the robot? Supporting these, but also please consider!
>>6040892>PRISM BARRAGEWait no, Spectrum o' Spectres!
>>6040414Supporting>>6040879>>6040892Unless it doesn't work together, but I don't see anything that clashes.
>>6040414>>6040430>>6040432Supporting!
Rolled 16, 17, 12 = 45 (3d20)You haven't been able to use regular Multi-Form with Mahou Knight yet. Using that together will need more substantial training.Anyway, we are back! And with that, roll me 4d20, best of three! DC is 13 for the first two, 14 for the last two!
Rolled 13, 1, 8, 19 = 41 (4d20)>>6040982
Rolled 15, 17, 9, 6 = 47 (4d20)>>6040982
Rolled 8, 4, 14, 14 = 40 (4d20)>>6040982Dang our ol magic robot being grounded in its mechanics!
Rolled 17, 11, 3 = 31 (3d20)>>6040987>>6040991>>6040995And passed all, if with difficulty on one!
Rolled 16, 10, 4 = 30 (3d20)>>6040996And writing...
>>6040996I was intending to ditch the robot and trade places with 19, not clone the robot. Still no good?
>>6040409Evening Kato! I know you're averse to retcons, so here's a short and sweet guideline:>of Earth!”This is going to be something our PCs will never be announcing on any world, except Earth, without our express words.Reason: https://youtu.be/ltwXWKmysVcZelos is a kami and those can interface with the kais of space and time. And if he dies here before Hearts can do whatever it is he does to him, he gets a halo and a nearer position to rat to the celestial bureaucracy and Time Patrol and sic them on our asses because we had to gloat to Polyphemus. Though I'll grant you that Izumi already kinda stepped in it by not announcing herself as Nobody Trojanhorse or something similar.Still, please don't doxx us, not cool.
>>6041042Also I would be super surprised if we aren't on the Time Patrol's shitlist for coming from another time and not leaving immediately but opting to go mess with this time's kami.Should we aim to kill Zelos or just beat him up and make him eat humble pie? The former would have TPers up our ass till we're wiped out, but the latter seems to not be what Chiaotzu's current gang is all about.
>>6041042>>6041060I don't really feel like this is a big enough problem to be worried about
>>6041060>just beat him up and make him eat humble pie?I'm all for this one, want to do a narrative where he's all like "but I'm a god" and we're like "git gud" and he's like "but that's our whole thing, our society-" and we'll be like "you live in a society where you force self-inprovement on others rather than taking it upon yourself" and then he'll be like "damn I was a birdbrain lol" and then Hearts cubes him and we're like "Man!"
>>6041085I don't really feel like these comments promote discussion. Just kinda shoots down whatever with "I'm not concerned" when someone says they have a problem.>>6041088I could see that, a good route for sure. Though if we did kill him, we'd have to fight a bunch of time patrollers. Maybe this problem could be something cool!
Rolled 18, 9, 19 = 46 (3d20)>>6040414“Say, 19, you’ve been gathering up quite a lot of power. Ready to use some of it?” you ask.She looks to you and gives a nod. “I believe so. Do you have a plan?”You draw the Sword of Braves. “This worked on Hirudegarn, it just might work on this Majin. Let’s stick together, focus on tactics, and make sure we both hit ‘em hard. I’ll keep the worst of Zelos’ abilities at bay. On my mark, maybe give the Sword of Braves a little boost?”19 gives another nod. “Understood. I am ready.”The two of you launch forward, and as Zelos attempts to reseal the Majin, he’s forced to block a surprise attack by 19, backing up, raising a hand into the air, summoning a large, metallic needle sparking with electricity, and tossing it at her. 19 dodges it, but you actually use the Sword of Braves to slice it in two, right down the middle, as you fly under it and set off the Wind Element Buster around you! Zelos glares at you, unsure of what you just did, and attempts to summon a tornado around you, but it fails to fully manifest! Perfect!“You dare! YOU DARE use a weapon of the GODS against one?!” he snarls out in disgust and wrath, once more trying to call forth a tornado around you, to no avail.“This is a weapon meant to stop monsters and demons that threaten the peace of worlds, a blade of able to channel the hopes and dreams of multitudes.” you declare as you point it at him. “If it can work against you, what does that make you?”…And just then, before he can answer, the Majin lets out a blast of black hellfire from its beaked mouth, 19 and Zelos avoiding it but you having to block the attack to keep this Wind dampening skill up. It’s more damage, but it’s damage you can take. And what’s more, you are able to let your energy flow into the Sword of Braves, and in a sudden slash, you repel the black hellfire, surprising the Majin, a radiant glow coming from the sword purifying the dark energies left behind by the flames.Zelos tries to summon multiple of the large metallic needles, still infuriated that his Wind Magic isn’t working normally, and sends them at Izumi… only for them to vanish, suddenly appearing above the Majin, stabbing into it and electrifying it. Ahaha, thanks, Chiaotzu! The Majin roars out in pain, its body setting ablaze, the sheer heat of it turning the sand below into glass, then cracking under the pressure coming off of it. Zelos attempts to switch up tactics, and holds both hands forward, a sphere of energy forming in front of him… one filled with not just Light Magic, but a type of Ki you can’t completely sense. It’s odd, yet… there’s a sense of power coming off of it you can’t ignore.(cont.)
Rolled 17, 18, 4 = 39 (3d20)>>604114719 has it covered, thankfully, as right as he launches the attack at you, she gets in its way and absorbs it, with a bit of difficulty. Her body trembles a bit, a soft glow around it, as she’s taken in SO MUCH of that power, she looks like she’s struggling to properly contain it all. Zelos is stunned that she could even manage that, but he recovers and tries to go for one more attack, attempting to completely overload her.https://youtu.be/7RijiyCuG6s?si=L09PeUAZXx6Jwnxo“19! Together! Let off some of that and help me finish the Majin!” Holding the Sword of Braves in reverse grip, you make an L-shape with your mech’s arms. So he can use a bit of Light Magic, huh? Let’s give ‘em a taste of what you can do with it, with a technique you haven’t tried in a while! “WIDE SHOT!”Her eyes glow with a brilliant light. “Full Power! PHOTON BEAM!”Both of your attacks launch out and blast towards Zelos, who quickly tries to turn his attack into a barrier. Okay, useful, but it’s not quick enough! You both are able to break through it and send him flying backwards, off into the distance. That hasn’t taken him out just yet, but it’s enough to keep him off your back. Long enough to stop the Majin. As you hold it in one of your mech’s hands… you hear a voice in your mind, one that’s… foul, corrupt, venomous.(cont.)
Rolled 15, 5, 11 = 31 (3d20)>>6041149‘YOU… YOU WHO SET ME FREE…’It’s… the Majin?! It’s sapient?!‘WHERE IS IT… WHERE IS THE PSYCHIC ONE?!’ the monster demands as it looks around. ‘ANSWER! ANSWER!’…Chiaotzu. It’s after Chiaotzu. Why is it after Chiaotzu?!“You have something else to worry about. Us stopping you, here and now!” you declare, 19 landing on the arm of the Mahou Knight and placing her hands on the Sword of Braves, sending as much of her borrowed energy into the blade as she can. It shines with phenomenal power, some of that same glow from Zelos’ previous attack radiating off it… which seems to only enhance its power further!‘THEN YOU ARE USELESS! BURN! BURN! BURN!’ Flames around its body intensify as it opens its mouth again, hellfire spewing forth once more. You fly forward into the flames, the light of the Sword of Braves cutting through the blazing darkness! You manage to stab into its torso, avoiding its flaming claws as you break the carapace body.The Majin screams out in pain… and starts to fracture and shatter like glass, cracks appearing all around it. Shards of it break off, leaving an ethereal presence behind that is pulled back into the portal it broke free from. It curses at you in a language you can’t understand, but you can imagine it’s trying to swear vengeance.>A. Pull back and regroup with 19, you’ve beaten the Majin>B. If it’s going to just end up stuck there again, it’ll become a problem later, let out all the borrowed energy in the Sword of Braves and vanquish it completely>C. You. Majin. Tell me your name. I want to add it to my list>D. Maybe you can go back into trying to tap into the energy present in this “Consciousness Grid” with the Sword of Braves…>E. Something else?Okay, once more,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST, should everything turn out okay, potentially sooner but if so I’ll let y’all know. Stay safe out there and see you then!And vote open until then!
>>6041150>Eh, I don't have time to learn the name of every majin I slay.>D. Maybe you can go back into trying to tap into the energy present in this “Consciousness Grid” with the Sword of Braves…>All the power gathered in this blade! To cut down any foe at will! Ahahahahaha!>Sunder the Consciousness Grid, direct all its power to fill that dark hole with light so eventually something big chomps down on the opening and closes it.Thanks for running.
>>6041150>B. If it’s going to just end up stuck there again, it’ll become a problem later, let out all the borrowed energy in the Sword of Braves and vanquish it completely
>>6041150>B & D.
>>6041150>E. Not Chiaotzu, Hado. He interacted with that node and fell unconscious. For some reason, you can't scratch the feeling that Sphinx rhymes with something else, something whose hidden nature is a contrived twist with the most out of left-field of relations to Hado.
>It curses at you in a language you can’t understand, but you can imagine it’s trying to swear vengeance.Nemurian!>>6041150>A. Pull back and regroup with 19, you’ve beaten the Majin>>6041197SUPPORTING, we gotta go save Hado before he gets completely possessed and becomes a furry!
B does seem quicker than getting to him, but I'm not sure if it would be effective if the majin already has an escape route into Hado, and we still have Zelos to deal with so we have to conserve our energy.
>>6041200We miiiiight be jumping the gun a bit. Hado doesn't seem like a Psychic One more than he is a Magic Boy. Tho he did fall unconscious after breaking a node on something called a Consciousness Grid, and the Majin is near it?
>>6041150>C. You. Majin. Tell me your name. I want to add it to my list>B. If it’s going to just end up stuck there again, it’ll become a problem later, let out all the borrowed energy in the Sword of Braves and vanquish it completely>>6041197>>6041200Worth looking into.
>>6041150>C. You. Majin. Tell me your name. I want to add it to my listOtherwise we're gonna give you a dumb fanon name in the recap and no one wants that.>A. Pull back and regroup with 19, you’ve beaten the MajinWe need to focus on Zelos, this majin is just a distraction.>E. Something else?>It curses at you in a language you can’t understand, but you can imagine it’s trying to swear vengeance.I wanna remember these words. Remark them to Ozotto or Towa, just to see how they react.
>>6041200>we gotta go save Hado before he gets completely possessed and becomes a furry!...on the other hand, if Hado gets possessed by a majin, wouldn't that make him cooler?
>>6041150present>>6041188support>>6041516>Otherwise we're gonna give you a dumb fanon name in the recap and no one wants that.Its name has gotta be the same dumb as "Hirudegarn" to capture the spirit.>The character's name comes from the movie's co-producer, Seiichi Hiruta, who did not like the original design of Hirudegarn. After he demanded that they redesign the character, his jaw dropped when he saw the new design. The sound effect for a "jaw-dropping" in Japan is gaan, so they named the character "Hiruta gaan."
>>6041735>>6037655So in that vein, I hereby dub this sphinx with the fanon name "Katomowmow."
>>6041516>We need to focus on Zelos, this majin is just a distraction.Maybe, maybe!>>6041709Yes! It would be a cool twist for him at least, Hado already does work well as a duo with Sala... actually they do work well at what they do, but there's still a problem I have with them: We've seen it all before with the other boy-girl pairs. The girl is the adventurous type who does and says insane things and the boy is Chandler who's always doing dry comments and japes at the girl's expense and when she does something wild he has to go "Sorry she got bitten by a snake once and it numbed her good sense." Since Sala has a sharp tongue and Hado was based off the protagonist who only speaks when he needs to, it would have been nice to see the roles reversed where she teases him and he's the space cadet who says random things and Sala needs to look after him when he sticks his foot in it and can be the one to say "Sorry he drank a bunch of saltwater on a dare once and his tongue lost its senses."Tl;dr I wanna see Hado as Boke and Sala as Tsukkomi. Also Hado going Cat-o is super Rad-o.>>6041150So >>6041197 is a theory that can easily be jossed. It's one big reach that's just a thinly veiled demand for more CC fanservice.But please consider, it would be SO COOL if it worked out like that! But even the dice do have something to say about it still so I will attempt to keep my hopes in check.>>6041738And when the majin possesses Hado? Hadomowmow.
>>6041784>And when the majin possesses Hado? Hadomowmow.Damnit, I like that one. Still, I think blowing up the singularity engine and Kato with it is the best move.By the way y'all ever read the Milk Delivery Spinoff? https://fiction.live/stories/-FIN-Gohan-s-Milk-Delivery-A-Tuffle-Quest-Spinoff/kRH2qDBoruXED8wbD/Slept-like-the-Dead/zo7SyQWJey9HaroF2A Lynx expy shows up in it is why I bring it up. >>6041516Sword kicked his tail to the curb!
>>6041794>I think blowing up the singularity engine and Kato with it is the best move.You mean Katomowmow, right? You mean Katomowmow, right?And no, didn't read that one.>>6041150Say Kato, do you keep tabs on fan content for the quest? Like a pastebin with links to art and fanfics?
Rolled 15, 20, 18 = 53 (3d20)Okay, good news, I'm not dying.And since I am not dying, we are back! Starting off with a roll of 3d20, best of three! DC is 13 for all!
Rolled 19, 14, 1 = 34 (3d20)>>6041803TAKE THIS KATOMOWMOW, WITH ALL MY ANGER AND ANONYMITY! THREE-DEE-TWENNY!!!!
Rolled 11, 16, 5 = 32 (3d20)>>6041803
Rolled 8, 8, 13 = 29 (3d20)>>6041803Congrats!
>>6041803Congratulations!
Rolled 15, 13, 5 = 33 (3d20)>>6041804>>6041805>>6041807Passed all! If with difficulty on the last.>>6041802I will usually just point out and credit/link stuff if it isn't presented in-thread.
Rolled 14, 20, 7 = 41 (3d20)>>6041814And writing...
>>6041803Omedetou.
>>6041709>wouldn't that make him cooler?Or it makes him hotter~(Pic related but spoilered for not having pants.)>>6041803Okay, good news, I'm not dying.Glad to hear! I do have a funeral to head to tomorrow so I'll play what I can
Rolled 5, 4, 18 = 27 (3d20)>>6041150https://youtu.be/wtoiKK1CXnQ?si=3o-4YNJP5WDwiV-CIf it just ends up trapped back in there, it’ll become a problem later, you need to end it, here and now! And to to that, you have to let out all the energy lent to the Sword of Braves… and maybe just a little extra! You fly forward with the blade lodged firmly in the Majin’s body, even as it starts to fade away.“You will not threaten this world ever again, Majin!” you declare as you have your mech go as fast as it can.‘BURN… BURN… BURN…’ it calls out, even as its power fades. Its attention is then directed away from you, in spite of your sword still stabbed into its body. ‘YOU! YOU! YOU! THE PSYCHIC ONE!’As you bring it toward another one of the nodes, you notice Chiaotzu actually helping you with it, a smile on his face as he somehow telekinetically keeps the thing from fading back. Seems he’s caught on to what you’re doing. Plus, it’s enough of a distraction that the Majin doesn’t completely comprehend the energy you’re trying to build up with the Sword of Braves.And then it connects to the Consciousness Grid node. You ram the demon into it, and it stops being pulled back. The sensation of millions of thoughts rushing through your mind hits again, but you’re able to more properly channel that energy. Yeah… yeah this is what you remember. When you first brought down Hirudegarn! A brilliant blue glow surrounds the sword, an ethereal form erupting from it, into something nearly as big as the Mahou Knight. The Majin lets out a roar as it tries one last desperate retaliatory strike, but it’s not enough. “You. Majin. Tell me what you are called. I will remember it, as one among the list.”Its eyes turn towards you, and it seems to realize there’s nothing left for it. It speaks in words you don’t understand, but you can guess it’s the name of the Majin. ‘HEQET HEKWA.’“Very well. Heqet Hekwa… FADE! TO! LIGHT!”There’s a massive explosion, blinding, throwing you back and doing some further damage to the Mahou Knight, but… it’s done. The Majin, Heqet Hekwa, has been slain. You nearly crash into another floating island, but you are slowed in midair, Chiaotzu managing to catch you with his telekinesis.(cont.)
Rolled 12, 3, 11 = 26 (3d20)>>6041880The two of you let out a sigh of relief, but you both know the fight isn’t over. The Majin was only part of the battle. You still have a haughty got that needs to be humbled. And just on cue, 19 notifies you, “I have found where Zelos landed. He is still conscious, and looks like he still has some fight left in him.”‘Ey! Managed t’ smash up another node and patch up Hado!’ Sala informs you all. ‘He should be back on his feet in a bit!’>A. Head over with 19 and confront Zelos. He’s lost this fight. And you’re going to make sure that’s clear to him>B. 19, can you hold him off? I’m gonna try to recover just a bit…>C. You really should finish up breaking this grid, it’ll only cause repeats of this kind of problem in the future>D. Check in with Chuu Lee, Raditz, and Hearts, see how their own battle is going>E. Something else?
>>6041881>B.>D.The grid can wait for the threat to fall.
>>6041881>C. You really should finish up breaking this grid, it’ll only cause repeats of this kind of problem in the future>E. I'll remember that name, Heket Heqwa.
>>6041881>B. 19, can you hold him off? I’m gonna try to recover just a bit…>Get out of the robot.It is not sporting to punch down at birds, we must fight him unarmored to demoralize him!And backing >>6041892's E>Yes, one of our greatest conquests: Heckin' Techwa, I believe they were a robot from hell
>>6041881>>6041892Supporting, and>Hecate Hayakawa! That's how it's spelled, right?
>>6041887I don't think it can? Zelos has way more experience at using it.
>>6041881>B. 19, can you hold him off? I’m gonna try to recover just a bit…>C. You really should finish up breaking this grid, it’ll only cause repeats of this kind of problem in the future>E. Ask 19 to keep Zelos on the defensive and ask Chiaotzu to assist in quickening your recovery as you deal with the grid.Chiaotzu might be able to help with the grid too but we shouldn't rely on that. We can have a quick word with him as we work though.
>>6041881>>6041903Supporting but we should rely on Chiaotzu while we rest up because we can rely on our friends and that is an allowed to do.
>>6041905Of course! I just meant that recovery should be all we are asking of Chiaotzu, but if he's with us as we work he CAN offer insight support or assistance. Alternatively if he needs to do something else or run off for Reasons he won't already be already too tied up in our own task to do so.Basically it just keeps things flexible.
>>6041881Backing >>6041903
>>6041881>B. 19, can you hold him off? I’m gonna try to recover just a bit…>E. Something else?Can we heal ourself? lets try healing ourself.
>>6041917She both hurt and tired, so I doubt we could self heal efficiently enough for that to be the best use of our time right now...
>>6041881>A.>>6041892>Consult the Rosetta Stone>"River Ruler?" What the heck?>>6041896Yes on going unarmored to confront Zelos, I believe Sword wanted a swordfight, I base this on that he calls himself SwordAnon and wanted the guy's sword as loot from his dead talons.>>6041917>>6041919We are not hurt, that's what armor does.
Rolled 12, 13, 9 = 34 (3d20)Okay, real quick, roll me 4d20 this time, best of three! DC is 11 for the first three, 12 for the last one!
Rolled 1, 1, 10, 10 = 22 (4d20)>>6041926
Rolled 6, 7, 5, 1 = 19 (4d20)>>6041926
Rolled 11, 8, 19, 14 = 52 (4d20)>>6041926
Rolled 1, 5, 3, 10 = 19 (4d20)>>6041926
Rolled 20, 1, 9 = 30 (3d20)>>6041927>>6041928>>6041929...Well! Passed three! With... notable difficulty.
Rolled 16, 16, 7 = 39 (3d20)>>6041931And one more...
Rolled 4, 10, 9 = 23 (3d20)>>6041934And writing...
Hey guys did I miss anything- oh wow.Aw dang it the sphynx died! I was so hype over the lasting consequences it would have, but it's good that it didn't happen because we did a good job?I'm in one of these pretzels kinda: https://youtu.be/SxqzFYKqidI?si=UK8D7YXguwM6v1Dg>>6041803>Okay, good news, I'm not dying.Kato that is the best news I've heard all day, thanks for letting us know! Phwoo.But unfortunately I have some bad news for you: https://youtu.be/GvG7CHWyol0?si=7I4YwYoQSh-i2IBi
passed out, ssorry>>6041881“19, can you hold him off for a bit? I need a moment to try and recover, been going through a lot of energy, and I’ll need a moment, especially with what I’ve got next…” you respond to her. “At the very least, just try to keep his attention on you.”“I shall do what I can.”Looking back to where you defeated the Majin, you let out a declaration. “I will remember that name, Heqet Hekwa. If nothing else, I will remember it.”You power down from the Mahou Knight and try to find a place to properly rest, really feeling how much power you not just used, but had gone through your body through this whole ordeal. There’s a dull headache from the sheer mental cacophany that you’d been through as well, and… honestly that might be the most draining part out of all of this so far. You calm yourself, try to build up some Ki, and notice Chiaotzu floating closer to you, concern on his face.“Are you holding up okay, Izzy?”You nod as you rub your forehead. “I’ll live well enough. Gonna need your help though. Need to break some more of those nodes. As long as… ngh…” You try to sit up a bit but end up falling back. Ow. Still you wave your hand to him and comment, “I’m okay. I am okay. Just… as long as that’s up, I think Zelos will still have some proper upper hand. And the risk of other Majins coming through isn’t gonna go away until it’s gone.”“That’s still a lot you’re trying to go through, Izzy.” he comments. Chiaotzu then crosses his arms and thinks it over, and with a snap of his fingers, he smiles at you and holds a hand out. “I have something that can speed this up a bit.”In the blink of an eye, you suddenly feel energy return to you. And then even more. And once again. It’s not a full recovery, but it’s enough that you can more properly focus now. “How’d you…?”“Find the time?” he finishes with a cheeky grin. “I’m not a full healer just yet, but sharing some energy isn’t too hard, and that’s what you’re running low on.”“Know what? I’ll take it. Let’s break some more nodes and try to get this thing to fall apart!” you declare as you slam your fist into your palm.The two of you fly off, and you can feel 19’s battle against Zelos continuing even at this distance, with dusk turning to night and flashes of light and the sounds of thunderous combat echoing across the desert. With the Hakkero in one hand and the Sword of Braves in the other, trying to channel the right amount of power to break through it… but as you do, you feel a form or resistance. Hundreds of minds being… told, almost, to push back against you. Keep you from doing what you’re trying to do. No, not just told, ordered.(cont.)
>>6042049Because you’re an interloper, a blasphemer, one who defies the will of the god, one who will undo so many years of progress, one who must be told to STOP. STOP. STOP!You force your way through it, and shatter the node. One more down. Headache’s back, getting worse. Gotta press onward. You and Chiaotzu fly off again, trying to find the next one. Gotta stay focused. Gotta keep going. Gotta finish this. Okay, next one, this will…!Hundreds of voices yell in your mind telling you to stop, but that’s joined with a new multitude… one declaring ‘SHE IS HERE! SHE IS HERE!’You try to pull back, but a blast of Lightning hits you from above, electricity coursing through your body, followed by what feels like the air being pulled from your lungs. You can’t even properly scream in pain. Chiaotzu is able to get you out of the worst of it before any more damage can be done, but in doing so Zelos has his sights on the both of you.“YOU…!” the avian deity snarls out, and the air around you both starts to thin again as you try to catch your breath. “YOU CONTINUE TO BE A THORN IN MY SIDE, CHILD!”19 rockets up to him, hands clasped together, striking him on the head with a hammer blow, then kickind him in the back of the neck, delivering a spin-kick to knock him away. She turns to the two of you, clearly a bit more worse for wear, but still holding her own quite well. “Move! He knows what you both have been trying to do! I will continue to hold him off!”“19!” Chiaotzu calls to her in worry.“No more! No more of that damn trick of yours!” Zelos roars as he recovers, calling forth a hooked staff with a forked point at the other end, covered in engraved Magical runes, sands swirling around behind him in massive dust devils. “I will strike you down you blasphemous machine! Break you apart piece by piece! Spread your broken circuits across the stars! Grind you to dust so thoroughly that even the sparks will beg for a mercy they do not deserve! I WILL-!”She doesn’t let him finish, flying at him at full speed once more and trying to wrestle out the staff from his hands, though in truth she was just trying to knock him into the attack he was preparing, even if she has to go along with him in doing so. “Finish what you started!” she yells back at you and Chiaotzu.Gotta keep at it then. “Come on. She can handle herself. Breaking this means we remove one more tool Zelos has.”(cont.)
>>6042051Chiaotzu frowns as he looks towards where 19 went, but gives you a nod. The next one you both go after is a bit easier, and you’re able to break it without any further interference from Zelos. And this… this feels like you’re close to really turning the tide. One more. Just one more. Hakkero, Sword of Braves, channel this power properly… there! With Chiaotzu’s help, you break apart one further node, and it’s enough to significantly diminish the power of this grid across the planet. Maybe even set off a chain rea- AGH!The headaches return with a vengeance, confusion, anger, despair, and so, so many other negative emotions and thoughts rushing through you. In that moment, you catch glimpse of something… no, many somethings, hidden beyond whatever veil this Consciousness Grid kept up. As you yell out in pain, you realize that… Heqet Hekwa wasn’t the only Majin locked up in there. Unlike that one, though, these others won’t be getting out and causing havoc across this planet. No, they seem instead to be shunted away further, drawn back into… some realm far, far below this one. Hopefully to never properly return.Your body then seems to go limp, the psychic backlash almost too much to bare. Gotta… gotta hold out… just a bit longer…>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!
>>6042049>Heqet Hekwa.The write-in was Heket Heqwa. We're not gonna remember that name.
>>6042085>"Please let my write-ins be normal!">"With Kato? No Way!"
>>6042053>Your body then seems to go limp, the psychic backlash almost too much to bare. Gotta… gotta hold out… just a bit longer…We'll be fine!>>6042085I read it that way for what it's worth, but it's likely you're still gonna get blamed for not being clear enough. Know THAT feeling. Still if the QM keeps showing she's out of touch with your writeins, you might wanna stop doing them? Fool me twice and all that.
I feel like if you're trying to make a joke about a thing, it should at least be made clear that it's a joke and not a spelling mistake. I saw that and thought it was an accidental mix-up on your part. And it seems that's how Kato saw it too, so she just corrected it.
>>6042085>We're not gonna remember that name.Hey now, I found a big reason to keep the name Heqet Hewka in our minds going forward! When I was looking up the meanings of Heqet Hekwa, I read that Heqet meant ruler, but was also the name of a goddess. However, this goddess had a frog head and no Sphinx features. So no physical resemblance. However, she is the goddess of renewal and cycles, just like the Nile floods and recedes with the seasons. Also, "Time is a river," so with all that there could be some connection to time there.
>>6042540And then Heqet is also thought to be the origin of Hecate, the name for another goddess. This goddess is a goddess of magic, crossroads, the moon, but also she has three faces, or phases. >New Moon, a girl>Full Moon, a woman.>Old Moon, hag.When a trio of wise women shows up in folklore, you know that's gonna have something to do with prophecy.
>>6042540Oh yeah, "Hekwa" means river.
>>6042544>something to do with prophecy.This is a baddie from Chrono Cross. Spoilers for Chrono Cross, she is a robot created by one of the three "wise" men who moderates timelines. She created Lynx to be her main enforcer, and acts through him. So pretty much, she is the true form of Lynx and she'll be Izumi's rival, a demon god for whom time and space are hardly barriers, and that means Possessed!Hado Bowl is still on and thank you for coming to my TED talk!
>>6042551Once more for the non-Ants!
>>6042540>>6042544>>6042551Huh. Actually you've got a good point there. That would mean the temple complex earlier was Chronopolis... or perhaps Dinopolis/Terra Tower?
>>6042051“I will strike you down you blasphemous machine! Break you apart piece by piece! Spread your broken circuits across the stars! Grind you to dust so thoroughly that even the sparks will beg for a mercy they do not deserve! I WILL-!”I can hear Linda Young's grace in this line.>>6042551>Possessed!Hado Bowl is still onWOOOOOOOOO!!!>a demon god for whom time and space are hardly barriersHer destruction might be a huge barrier, but maybe she leeches onto Hado just in time. Just a flea, a harmless little flea! And then she'll make Hado into a Lynx, and she'll fuse that Lynx with another Lynx, and then she'll send that Chain-Lynx to fight us! And then when we do, we'll Smash him with a Hammer!>>6042557That'd be cool if it was. If this is what Zelos, a level below Yaldabaoth, is working with, wonder what Yaldabaoth's stuff is like?
>>6042521Thanks Pantyflasher. I watched the video before I voted, I thought it was a cute dance.So I can forgive her not having time to inspect every image or video, I can forgive her not getting a reference but still doing her best from what she thinks is in the spirit of it, I can forgive her not allowing every aspect of a write-in to go through because why would we have a capsule with a heaping huge helping of Tyrannosaur Steak on our person?>>6042526>I saw that and thought it was an accidental mix-up on your part. And it seems that's how Kato saw it too, so she just corrected it.But she thinks I'm a dumbass who mispelled something on accident instead of on purpose? Well that's just onsulting.>>6042557>That would mean the temple complex earlier was Chronopolis... or perhaps Dinopolis/Terra Tower?My zenny's on Ma'habre, city of the gods.>>6042583>wonder what Yaldabaoth's stuff is like?Venomous, most likely.
>>6042612>>6040696I asked her to communicate more and she still doesn't stop to ask if she doesn't know something, just goes on as if I don't know what to type or what I want.
>>6042612>My zenny's on Ma'habre, city of the gods.Whazzat?
>>6042612Getting a letter or two mixed up is a reasonable mistake to make, it happens to everyone, that doesn't mean anyone thinks you're a dumbass. You can make a statement like that more clear though, especially if you are trying to make a joke of it.
>>6042637https://youtu.be/hBPiXySuxX4?si=kdzO6gGlNEuu1Ah8It's a city of the gods, the video explains ot better than I do.>>6042644Thing is, I think two or three people got it? But one of them is Angry, so... pbbbbt, there goes my cause. Anyway, thanks for the advice.
>>6042660>explains ot betterWowie get a load of this guy, what a dumbass! LololololmaoI kid, I kid... Just like I hope you are with that 53 minute video? Well I got time between posts
>>6042672
>>6042085>>6042526>>6042612It seemed like a simple mistake. Apologies if the intent was missed. Ot's okay.>>6042540>>6042544>>6042551>>6042557>>6042583Stop reading my notesAnyway, we are back!>>6042053You find your mind in a haze as you try to get back up. There’s a residual flow of thoughts going through your mind, ebbing and flowing like ocean waves. Yet through that, you can feel… something else, something unpleasant, watching you silently but with an imposing presence. It isn’t one of the Majins, those are being pulled away, out of this mindscape they’ve been trapped in. No… this is something else. Something… more patient. More careful. And not nearly as concerned about the Consciousness Grid breaking apart at the seams.And in the blink of an eye, you feel some Ki return to you. Your body’s still tired and sore, and your head is throbbing, but you’re able to get back on your feet. Chiaotzu is starting to look a bit tired too, but he’s still in this too. “You holding up okay, Izzy?”“Yeah, yeah, think so.” you respond as you rub your head. “I think it’s working. Might just… ngh… need to let the rest of it fall like a house of cards. Like dominos. Like the big bad wolf blew it down.”He raises an eyebrow in concern. “…You sure?”>A. Absolutely! Now let’s help 19 and take Zelos down!>B. Well… better safe than sorry. Head to another node and try it one more time>C. Check in with Sala and Hado, get confirmation from them first>D. We… might have some other problem to look into later… I think something’s still in there even as it collapses>E. Something else?
>>6042688>A. Absolutely! Now let’s help 19 and take Zelos down!It has become less of a threat, while Zelos has not. Priorities! Time sensitive ones!
>>6042688>A. Absolutely! Now let’s help 19 and take Zelos down!>E. The Hakkero is not just a magical doohickey that shoots lasers, it also has its very philosophy engraved on it. For every positive, there is a negative, and this psychic cacophony is very negative... so you may be able to absorb power from this... Negaforce, they called it, Queen Beryl's people.>Milk Zelos' Negaslaves for every drop they're worth until he has no choice but to send the Personal Trainers and Motivational Speakers who ask you to envision yourself with a car and that's The Secret to success.If you wish to call it something else, I understand.
>>6042713https://youtube.com/shorts/VXXU7d54KnM?si=NaXGs-T28UcRQowJ
>>6042688>D.>C.>A.
>>6042688Support >>6042745
>>6042688>C. Check in with Sala and Hado, get confirmation from them first"Hey Hado, hey buddy, how you holding up?"“MYPUSSYINBIO.”"Hmmmm ok!" "See, I told ya he was fine!"
Rolled 9, 18, 18 = 45 (3d20)Remember to not think on any links the psychic spambots send you.And okay, roll me 2d20 this time, best of three! DC is 11 for both!
Rolled 19, 11 = 30 (2d20)>>6042768
Rolled 20, 11 = 31 (2d20)>>6042688>A. Absolutely! Now let’s help 19 and take Zelos down!>E. Mister Zelos, you profess a lot on improving one's self and how it should be the goal of every mortal. But when you're challenged to a fight by mortals, you lecture us on how we're blasphemers who defy the will of the gods who know not what we do, and how my friend 19 is a mere machine. But if we can push you to the brink, are we not living examples of your own philosophy, having improved ourselves to this level? And no one has forced us to improve to this level unwillingly. And if you fall here, is it proof that you have much to improve on, yourself?>I know, alternate viewpoints suck to hear, but if you let them ring around in your head a bit and get new knowledge, that is also self-improvement, and willingly done. It's up to you.>>6042768Crap, rolling!
Rolled 7, 2 = 9 (2d20)>>6042768>>6042770Hmmmm supporting?
Rolled 14, 16, 8 = 38 (3d20)>>6042769>>6042770>>6042772And passed!
Rolled 10, 7, 4 = 21 (3d20)>>6042773One more...
>>6042770I'm up for backing this
Rolled 13, 12, 9 = 34 (3d20)>>6042774And writing...
>>6042583>And then she'll make Hado into a Lynx, and she'll fuse that Lynx with another Lynx, and then she'll send that Chain-Lynx to fight us! And then when we do, we'll Smashhttps://youtu.be/z0UfcyHxiBQ?t=48
>>6042688>A. Absolutely! Now let’s help 19 and take Zelos down!
>>6042824welp
>>6042688>Stop reading my notesI kneel.
Rolled 13, 20, 1 = 34 (3d20)>>6042688“Absolutely! …Just gonna check on Sala and Hado real quick.” you respond, using this as a moment to ease your body just a bit more. Head’s… still hurting a bit, but less than it was. ‘Yo! Sala, things going well? Hado back on his feet and not experiencing any side effects?’‘Ah, ‘ey kid. Hado’s noggin is about as intact as can be, bit knackered but no worse for wear.’ she responds. ‘Broke a couplea’ more those nodes, but they’re startin’ to break on their own.’‘Stay alert, there… might be something else still in there still, something that’s aware the grid is collapsing.’ you warn.‘Gotcha. I’ll make sure it ain’t tryin’ to get in his noggin.’Yeah that’s for the best, gotta… avoid any weird possession by whatever spooky mind beings are floating around in there, at the very least. Thankfully none of the Majins are trying to stick around… you think. You relay the thing you noticed to Chiaotzu, but reemphasize you have to focus on Zelos, here and now. He agrees, and the two of you fly off, with Chiaotzu vanishing from view and appearing quite some distance away, doing that a few more times as you get closer to Zelos.https://youtu.be/u11YO7xQGLQ?si=PwCr6GEbbdXwxDGtYou see him sending streams of sand swirling around in dust devils at 19, his staff weapon raised up high as a barrier surrounds him, one that’s sending out blasts of Lightning in 19’s direction as she avoids the sand. You know what you have to do. Clapping your hands together, you let out one more Wind Element Buster, filling the area with it. Zelos is caught off-guard, the dust devils’ power fading, just enough that 19 is able to avoid them completely. She bolts at Zelos, hands grabbing on to the barrier, draining it of power. The god’s face is filled with shock, but he tries one last time to swing his staff around, twirling it it to try to cast one more spell.It’s knocked out of his hand with a frigid Dodonpa, with him waving his hand in pain. Okay, now this… this will work! You just need to show him he’s lost! Holding both hands forward, you yell out, “MP BUSTER!”(cont.)
Rolled 20, 6, 8 = 34 (3d20)>>6042884Zelos falls from the sky, landing hard on the glassy, sandy ground. “You… dare…!” he growls out defiantly.“Yes. We dare.” you begin, hovering in front of him with your arms crossed. “Mister Zelos. Archon, deity of this world, bird brain, we know quite a lot about you. Like how you profess a lot on improving one’s self and how it should be the goal of every mortal. But when you're challenged to a fight by mortals, you lecture us on how we’re blasphemers who defy the will of the gods who know not what we do, and how my friend 19 is a mere machine.” You gesture to her, damaged, worn, but victorious nonetheless. “But if we can push you to the brink, are we not living examples of your own philosophy, having improved ourselves to this level? And no one has forced us to improve to this level unwillingly. And if you fall here, is it proof that you have much to improve on, yourself?”“You DARE compare the chaos you’ve unleashed here to the PROGRESS I brought?!” he spits out venomously. “You DARE?!”“I don’t just dare, I say it because it’s true. You lost.” You lean in a bit. “I know, alternate viewpoints suck to hear, but if you let them ring around in your head a bit and get new knowledge, that is also self-improvement, and willingly done. It’s up to you.”He glares at you angrily. “So what, you think you can waltz in here, try to uproot everything, and leave believing you have taught me some kind of lesson?”“Yeah, pretty much.” you affirm nonchalantly. “Because you are going to need to learn from this. One way or the other. You think you can continue the same old path after this.”He’s silent, still just glaring angrily. But he knows this is over. He knows you’re right.>A. There’s something in the Consciousness Grid, something aware of its collapse. Do you know what it is?>B. Should check in with Chuu Lee, Raditz, and Hearts, make sure they’re holding up well>C. He’s not gonna start fighting again. Help Sala and Hado finish breaking the grid>D. Something else?And one more time,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!And vote open until then!
>>6042885>A. There’s something in the Consciousness Grid, something aware of its collapse. Do you know what it is?>B. Should check in with Chuu Lee, Raditz, and Hearts, make sure they’re holding up well>D. Something else?"Tell me Zelos. How familiar are you with the law of equivalent exchange?"
>>6042885>D. Present our sword to him. "Trade? Temporarily.">Give his Sword-whip a few test swings,>We are not Dante from the Devil May Cry series>After we hit ourselves with the sword whip, give it back while holding in tears. "It's cool, but my sword's the best, you hear!" Run away.>C. He’s not gonna start fighting again. Help Sala and Hado finish breaking the grid
>>6042885>>6042889>E. And give him some schematics for the Big Hakkero with a hand to his head. "And hey, if any Time Patrollers or Gods of Destruction ask, you didn't learn this from me, the blithering idiot. Just trying to lessen my butterfly footprint is all."
>>6042902Oh wait, good chance they have that already if the Horny Demon wearing Annin's Clothes is any indication.
>>6042885>A. There’s something in the Consciousness Grid, something aware of its collapse. Do you know what it is?
>>6042885>>6042911Hey, did Chiaotzu get any loot from Epithymia?
>>6042885>A & B.>D. "I killed the Majin. Did you know his name? Or do I need to tell you?"
>>6042885>B. Should check in with Chuu Lee, Raditz, and Hearts, make sure they’re holding up wellThey probably killed theirs, could be trouble later. A weird time fighting villains with diplomatic immunity!Oh yeah did you see the new new trailer?https://youtu.be/9d7Qw2Pne44?si=7e8Yhf-zZPB9QSnI
>>6042885>>6042888Supportin'.
>>6042885Support >>6042888>>6042922
>>6042885>C.>D. Heal him up.>>6042889Supporting, but less Sour Grapes in that comment, more "Guess I still have a ways to go.">>6042902>>6042911>Ask him if they have Hakkero tech, if they don't then share.
>>6043214>Supporting, but less Sour Grapes in that comment, more "Guess I still have a ways to go."Make your own write-in.
...>>6042885>>6043214>E. Ask him if they have Hakkero technology, and if not give him some schematics for the Big Hakkero with a hand to his head.>E. Present our sword to him. "Trade? Temporarily.">Give his Sword-whip a few test swings, it doesn't end well for our clothes>Give it back while covering ourselves. "It's cool, but I guess I still have a ways to go, eheh" Clothes Beam our clothes back. Heck, Clothes Beam some cover sheets to hide under, gosh!
>>6043286Second E is an F, sorry for that.
>>6042885>>6042888>>6043286Supporting, unless >>6043286 is too much?>>6043303>Second E is an F,more like ENF, heyooooo
>>6043358
>>6043390Not Angry, but you do have a point. I thought it would be funny, but something accidental should come as the result of a roll because it happens by chance. You're right about that. And, I can drop it if it makes you uncomfortable, sorry.>>6042885>>6043286Rescinding the F.
>>6043390>>6043409Nah, it's me. You got it!
>>6043418Please fuck off.
I am Angry Anon, and I am ALL Anons! https://youtu.be/bnH9Gbw4ybk
>>6043286Supporting >>6042885, I like it.
>>6043439Ha, other way around.>>6042885Supporting >>6043286, especially the second part!
>>6043439>>6043441Then why did you tell me toForget it. So I'm you, and all of us are you, and that means you're supporting yourself basically? Then none of your votes count, right?
>>6042885Backing >>6043140Not a vote,>be Zelos>hears this presumptuous mortal go on about her own philosophy because her group beat my ass>then I hear her bring up Equivalent Exchange>this mortie thinks Quid Pro Quo is Equivalent Exchange>my fucking face whenAlso Kato can you ban Angry please? Like, officially if we can but also unofficially too where his votes and rolls get ignored, then he'll get bored and leave.
Rolled 3, 19, 7 = 29 (3d20)I have neither moderation or janitorial powers, sorry. Report it, and ignore it.Anyway, we are back! And with that, just a quick roll of 1d20 this time, best of three. DC is 10.
Rolled 18 (1d20)>>6043492
Rolled 10 (1d20)>>6043492
Rolled 7 (1d20)>>6043492
Rolled 1 (1d20)>>6043492
>>6043499Drat, I was too late.
Rolled 17, 17, 17 = 51 (3d20)>>6043495>>6043497>>6043498Passed!
Rolled 19, 3, 10 = 32 (3d20)>>6043502And writing...
>>6043475He's really going to be allowed to play still? >>6043502 I don't think he's even mentally sound!
>>6043506Ha, you messed up the links! What a digital dummy.
>>6043390I'm sorry. I hope you can believe me when I say that how today went was not how I wanted it to go. I thought his idea of playing with the sword-whip was fun and figured no one ever gave him the benefit of the doubt, so I backed him up on it. But apparently my support was chopped liver for wanting to say something more fitting for Zelos.The clothing damage was a possibility I saw from playing with the sword-whip, and I intended for the post to say, and for it to be understandable to anyone who supported it, that those consequences would be okay if they happened and our IC reaction to it would be to crawl in a hole and die because Izzy's not an exhibitionist, but it's hard to lay all that out and not make it sound forced and I flubbed it. (Though I will say the ENF is one of my favorite manga gags, but at the very least it's not a fetish of mine.)So even if my intentions were to get a cheap laugh, it doesn't work here. Angry's rot has lingered in this place too long for people to go out on a limb with stuff like that. You of course know that when he catches wind of any ecchi stuff happening, he'll keep pushing even when others say they're uncomfortable because he is a bully who thrives off that shit. Well, bully is too light a word methinks.>>6043492>I have neither moderation or janitorial powers, sorry. Report it, and ignore it.Kato, I really love to play in your quest. I enjoy looking into the details and connecting dots, it's like a whole other game is in your posts where treasure is buried to find. I really do have fun with that, but,I don't have fun with that guy in the room. And even when he's not in the room he's still in the room. And then the fun gets sucked right out.I like >>6043465's idea that we should ignore his trip out and out. State he won't have any acceptance under that title, and to get anything from this quest he'll have to go hide as a nicer anon. If his he ends up throwing another tantrum even with that polite mask on, his ID can be filtered. And if he is getting his brother to vote on shit, well that is all to the good, just means a couple more anonymous players who have to be on their best behavior, OR ELSE.
>>6043547>I like >>6043465 #'s idea that we should ignore his trip out and out. State he won't have any acceptance under that title, and to get anything from this quest he'll have to go hide as a nicer anon. If his he ends up throwing another tantrum even with that polite mask on, his ID can be filtered. And if he is getting his brother to vote on shit, well that is all to the good, just means a couple more anonymous players who have to be on their best behavior, OR ELSE.Thank you
>>6043511Even if that's a reference, I get the feeling that's an actual jab at their expense so that makes you a piece of shit.>>6043547Here:>Highlight Tripcode, hit arrow at the end of the post, hit "filter selected text". Double up with the IDs using same process just in case.
Okay. I've had to say this before, but it seems it's continuing, so I will say this again, clear as possible. Angry, leave my players alone. Everyone, please do not engage with him. I want to leave it at that.>>6042885Hmm… what next? He’s beaten, but… oh! “Zelos, tell me, have you heard of Equivalent Exchange?” He doesn’t answer, but seems like he’s listening. “All right, I’ll explain. Someone shares something with you, you share something with them of equal value. In doing so, you both learn something new, growing from it, improving from it. It can be something like a technique, it can be knowledge, the key is being able to grow from it. I think it’s something that could help you, especially if you truly are sincere about your desire to improve people.”He scoffs at that. “You’re dressing up a simple transactional agreement with rudimentary philosophy.”Chiaotzu frowns, adding, “It’s one of the reasons any of us have been able to get as far as we have. We’ve helped each other learn and develop and grow beyond what we could have on our own. It’s more than a transaction, it’s a promise between people to help better one another through sharing such skills.”“I would be nothing but a machine trying to follow my function, if not for these people and their allies helping me be more than that.” 19 adds in. “Through their help, I am so much more than that. I have done things my creator could never have imagined myself being capable of. I was able to counter your abilities through adapting myself and learning from such exchanges, being encouraged to reach those new heights.”Zelos looks away, sitting up. He’s still silent, but at the very least, you think he’s trying to consider those words. Good. “All right. I say this because there is something I feel you need to know. Just as there were multiple Majin in the Consciousness Grid, including the one that escaped. The one I slew.” you emphasize that last point, then add, “Did you ever learn its name?”“...Heqet Hekwa. The Demon of Renewal, that which flows through the River of Magic.” he responds.Okay, good. “Well, there’s something else in there. Something that knows the Grid is collapsing, but isn’t perturbed by it. Are you aware of this already?”Zelos looks up at you with very slight confusion. “The only thing that should have any sort of presence in there is the Promethean Chronicler, a simple artificial spirit programmed to act as record keeper.”(cont.)
>>604365419 seems perturbed by that. “Why would you have such a thing there?”“As I said, to record and manage what is put through the Grid, to help minimize problems with it in the long term. Chaotic, random patterns hinder societal progress if not properly accounted for.” he answers. “But if properly managed and maximized, they bring positive movement, forward movement.”“...I think it’s more self-aware than you’re implying.” you tell him firmly.“Pftch!” he snaps his beak dismissively. “It will not exist outside the Grid. That you’ve broken it so thoroughly means it will shut down soon.”“I was able to kinda make contact with the Grid and start all this with my Hakkero.” you point out, showing it to him. “It’s not even attuned to this world. Are you absolutely sure?”He stands up with mouth agape. “H-Hakkero?!” Zelos then tries to regain composure. “Hmm… your Magical skills are a degree greater than I gave you credit for, if you were able to craft such a thing, even in miniature form.”Hey, an actual compliment! But you gotta focus. Putting it away, you continue, “This world has one, right? Are you sure it can’t like… try to flee into it and cause problems later?”His arms cross behind his back. “Hmnh. If such a thing were to happen, I would be able to handle it with ease.”“If you’re sure…” You then try to ease this a bit, adding, “You have some kind of whip sword, right? And I know you recognized my Sword of Blades as having divine origin.”His eyes narrow. “Yes, I know the handiwork of the Kais anywhere. What are you getting at?”“Maybe we can try to put what I said into practice. Temporary demonstration, share ‘em, that kind of thing.”Zelos rolls his eyes at you, but holds his arm out, palm open. “Sophis, to my hand.” he declares.(cont.)
>>6043655https://youtu.be/eU0IBZ3si_c?si=2dMRJlUlXM4vE45eAfter a beat, you… hear an odd noise in the distance, as you feel a powerful Magical artifact fly at blistering speeds. The noise gets louder and… wait. You feel someone with it. And now you understand the noise is someone yelling out.As if moving like Lightning, the sword does indeed come to his hand. It’s a blade with an ornamental handle, and a thin sheet of metal for the actual blade part, one that glows bright with Magical power, a soft heat coming off it. But with it, there’s someone already holding on to it. Sala. All of you turn to stare at her, with Zelos narrowing his eyes again. Ah. Well, that… kinda explains how they’ve been breaking the nodes so easily.She looks around for a moment, then remarks, “...Ah! Ey’ kid, kinda… thought you beat ol’ beak breath here already. And wanted to keep this a surprise!” She points at the sword. They must have pilfered it back in the temple complex.“...How are you wielding my sword?” Zelos demands to know.“Eh? Well I jus’ took it and started usin’ it.” she replies with a shrug. Still not letting go. “Figure anyone can.”“No. No they cannot. They absolutely can not.”“Clearly -I- can.” she retorts. “Ey! Izzy! Here, see if you can too!” Sala gets it out of Zelos’ grip with ease that shocks the avian alien and casually tosses it your way.You plant the Sword of Braves in the sand and catch it- WOAH! The moment it’s in your palm, it’s… making your arm tremble. The Magic inside it is… dense, powerful, and able to radiate in such a way that it’s hard to properly hold. Zelos seems… honestly less shocked by your reaction than he did Sala having it, like he expected even you to have some difficulty holding it. He also doesn’t really show any interest in trying to check out the Sword of Braves. Well, his loss there.“See? She can too!” Sala states almost smugly. Zelos holds his hand out and calls the sword from your hand, yet Sala actually manages to grab on to it again. It’s still in the Archon’s hand, but Sala very much doesn’t want to let go of it. “Ey, ey, ey, you don’t need to act all bitter she can do it too ya grumpy bird.”“HOW are you able to hold on to Sophis so easily?” he demands, less perturbed that she’s trying to pry it from him again and more that she’s even capable of holding on to it still.“What do you mean ‘how’? Like this! See!”(cont.)
>>6043657…Okay this is funny and all, but maybe you should take this moment to check in with Chuu Lee, Raditz, and Hearts. Focusing on their Ki… you’re able to pick up on Chuu Lee’s the clearest, and it seems like they’re still in the middle of battle, but the tide’s clearly turned in their favor.‘Hey, Chuu Lee, we’ve knocked Zelos down a peg, things going well with you guys?’ you question her.‘Izzy! We’re holding up okay, but it’s good to hear you’re all still well.’ she responds.‘What all has been happening?’‘The three of us have been fighting Yao for a while now, she’s even stronger than she seemed, but we might’ve just gotten the upper hand.’Okay, that’s some good news, you think. But… you aren’t sure how Hearts is gonna take how you beat Zelos. You explain what you can without distracting her, but there’s still a lot you need to abridge. Zelos and Sala are kinda arguing over the sword still, but it’s not escalating… at least, not yet.>A. Do you guys want any help? We can help if you need it!>B. …We don’t need to kill Zelos, right? We beat him, broken one of his big projects, and gotten him to consider what he’s done wrong, so…>C. You should try to de-escalate the little argument happening right now>D. Something else?Okay, once again,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!And vote open until then!
>>6043658>B. We came here to stop tyranny, not kill gods.>C. Maybe impress upon Sala that this is legitimately worth investigating. Zelos isn't just blowing hot air here.
>>6043658>A. Do you want any support? I can give support if you need it!>D. "For starters, you've got very nice hair, it's a beautiful shade of red, and honestly, there's no one I could rely on more.">More seriously use what's left of the Consciousness Grid to direct good vibes their way before we smash it!
>>6043658>A. Do you guys want any help? We can help if you need it!
>>6043658>A. Do you guys want any help? We can help if you need it!>D. "Hey Zelos, you work for Hearts now. You'll swear your allegiance or whatever he needs from you. I can help you with him enough that he doesn't kill you on sight, but you'll need to earn anything more than that. How about the two of us joining the current battle - on his side?" >"Of course you'll need to use your sword..." >With that, give Sala a Look.
Well gee Kato, since you ask so nicely and otherwise only bother to speak to me when I become a pain in your ass,>>6043655>He also doesn’t really show any interest in trying to check out the Sword of Braves. The Chicken Knife is probably more his speed.>“Sophis, to my hand.”The sword of wisdom called us stupid and prefers Kid. That's gonna smart.>>6043658>D. I don't know. I can't teleport us to fight Yao, I don't know how Hearts is going to react, and I can't stop Kid from thieving and Zelos from hoarding.>You know what does sound good right now? Catching some RAD dreams.
>>6043658>B. …We don’t need to kill Zelos, right? We beat him, broken one of his big projects, and gotten him to consider what he’s done wrong, so…>C. You should try to de-escalate the little argument happening right now>D. Something else?"We work with our deities Zelos. It doesn't have to be this way. I come from a universe where mortals, gods, majins and demon realmers all work together. If you want true 'Mortal Development', it comes with the freedom that you systematically oppress. Sacrificing freedom for short-term security means you lose the right to both."
>>6043654>“...Heqet Hekwa. The Demon of Renewal, that which flows through the River of Magic.”>“The only thing that should have any sort of presence in there is the Promethean Chronicler, a simple artificial spirit programmed to act as record keeper.”... I read the notes so hard it feels like I'm in the Froopyland episode, my bad!>>6043658>B. …We don’t need to kill Zelos, right? We beat him, broken one of his big projects, and gotten him to consider what he’s done wrong, so…>>6043663Supporting taking advantage of the last souls trapped in the Consciouness Grid to power up our friends.>>6043677Supporting making Zelos a slave on pain of CUBE.>>6043998I do like the sentiment of saying Zelos should value freedom more, which the slavery will help with, but I'm confused on the rest. When you say our universe works with mortals, majins, and demon realmers, does that imply that Zelos should too? Or are you saying we also do as Zelos does? The reason I ask is because we found him in the middle of a council meeting with mortals, he was using a majin as a power source (but Majin demon gods and Majin magic people are different kanji, closest thing we have to demon gods are Darkness and Janemba), and one of his former coworkers was a demon, or at least looked the part. It's a very diverse tyrannical regime.So is it fine if I support it partway?
>>6043658Supporting these >>6043660>>6043663>>6043998
>>6043658>C. You should try to de-escalate the little argument happening right now>>6043677Yeah we should schedule an interview, get his best suit on. Support!
Rolled 15, 8, 16 = 39 (3d20)Okay guys, we are back! And with that, I'll ask for a quick roll. 2d20, best of three! DC is 14 for both.
Rolled 13, 11 = 24 (2d20)>>6044309
Rolled 8, 15 = 23 (2d20)>>6044309
Rolled 20, 4 = 24 (2d20)>>6044309Roll!
Rolled 19, 7, 3 = 29 (3d20)>>6044310>>6044312>>6044314Passed both! Fantastic!
Rolled 7, 19, 16 = 42 (3d20)>>6044316And writing...
>>6044316>>6044317There's our lucky number!So. I thought Chuu Lee taught/babysat Izzy but I checked the pastebin and Nothing.>>6043658>>6043663Withdrawing the first half of the D because we're not that close, unless it's too late to pull out
>>6044325Sala and Hado aren't in the pastebin neither, which is strange. Unless... they're already there?
>>6043657Oi Kato, that sword whippity whip needs a crest or a brand or an emblem to use properly, right? Something that could be seen as a birthmark, one looking like this, perhaps?
>>6044405Stop reading my notes.Also sorry, this was a bit of a long one again.>>6043658‘...I know you’re in the middle of a big fight right now, but, I have to bring this up. Zelos is beaten, not dead. Humbled, his grand project ruined, actually made him consider what he’s done wrong and… look, we’re here to stop tyrants, right? We’re not just going around killing gods. Not if there’s another way.’There’s a beat of silence, one that worries you… but to your relief, it’s because she was having to focus on the fight at hand. ‘Look, I get that, I agree with what you’ve done, and I’ll try to pass it along, but I don’t know how well Hearts is gonna take it. Still… well, if he does have a problem, he’ll be telling me about it first, not taking it out on you.’‘Thanks, Chuu Lee!’ You sigh in relief, but you hear Sala and Zelos still arguing over the whip sword. Better hurry this up and try to keep that argument from escalating. ‘Do you guys need any help?’‘I think we’ve got it under control, but if you have something in mind…’You grin. ‘I do. Just wait a little bit.’ Okay, you float back over to Zelos and Sala’s argument, with Chiaotzu looking on with slight concern, yet 19 more… amused by it than anything else.“I believe your words have gotten to him, Izzy, because in spite of his anger, he’s still not resorting to violence.” she comments.“The sheer Magical power residing in this blade would make anyone of your more limited strength struggle to even get near it!” Zelos declares. “This should not be possible!”“CLEARLY it is, because I’m holdin’ it right now!” she yells back.“Sala, Zelos!” you exclaim. “Let’s calm down a bit, guys. Look, at the very least, given that he’s the owner of the sword, we shouldn’t dismiss all of this so quickly. He’s not just blowing hot air here, even I could feel how strong that thing is. This is something to actually look into… but not right this moment.”The pair look towards you, Zelos at least a little smug given you’re in agreement with him on this point. “I take it you have something else you wish to say then.”“I’ll say it bluntly. I figure you know who Hearts is.” And as you say that, his expression grows more serious. “I want you to work with him.”There’s a beat of silence.“What.”“You heard me. Work for the guy, show you’re actually learning from this, and… well, make it clear you’re actually trying to do good. I say this because I’ve met the guy, and for all I disagree with how you’ve handled this, I kinda don’t want him to try to kill you on the spot.” you explain. “If that means swearing your aid to him, so be it. But I want you to actually get the chance to try to be better and not be cut down for your previous actions.”(cont.)
>>6044419He blinks. “…You’re actually serious.”“I am, because where I come from, beings of all kinds have been able to work together against threats to the universe. Gods, Kais, Demons, Majins, and of course, Mortals of all stripes. Such a thing is possible because there’s no systemic, forced progress for the sake of ‘Mortal Development’ or the like in place. You can be part of the change to this universe to let that happen, but you need to live long enough to actually get that idea off the ground.” You stand firm, telling him, “One place to start is helping with the battle he’s currently engaged in.”Zelos has a stern look on his face. “You realize there’s still one more of us out there. Strongest, most cunning, and most determined of all of us. And he will not take well to what you are proposing.”You give a nod. “I do. All the more reason to go along with this though.”“Wait… were you already aware of the other battle?” Chiaotzu asks.“Of course I am. Yao does not want my aid.” he answers plainly. Zelos then looks at you directly. “…Say I do offer some aid. How exactly do you expect this to go? Just appear there, charge in, hope for the best?”Grinning, you respond with a shake of your head. “I’ve got a better idea. But…” Your eyes turn to the whip sword, and you gesture towards it. “You’re gonna need that for it.”Sala kinda pouts at you. “Oi…”“We’ll need your help too, Sala.” you tell her, getting your Hakkero out. “Zelos, there’s still a lot of energy flowing through the Consciousness Grid, right? How about we make use of it, and send it to one of our allies still fighting Yao?”He’s actually surprised by the idea. “I… that… that might actually be possible…”Sala grins. “Ah! So we give it one last hurrah as it smashes apart, and help stop the Dragon lady at the same time! Two birds, one stone!” Zelos looks at her with narrowed eyes.“Pretty much. So come on, let’s do this!”(cont.)
>>6044420https://youtu.be/EsQI7Q4X8Nc?si=T0yXDP131_v-CfzOTaking to the air, you all fly off, and Zelos actually has the best place for this to happen, back at his temple complex, where one of the strongest nodes still resides. Sala explains how she was able to shatter several of the previous nodes, just stabbing the sword into it and letting power flow through it. Zelos figures he can do just that, but with greater direction, purpose, not destruction but transfer of energy.You bring your Hakkero to it, focusing. Headache returns, but it’s a milder one. You can feel the Grid breaking apart, but there’s still quite a lot of energy flowing through it. Holding your Hakkero with both hands, you try to sense Chuu Lee’s energy. Okay, you… you think you can do this! No, you CAN do this!“CHUU LEE! HELP’S ON THE WAY! HERE!” you call out at the same time as you telepathically contact her.Zelos holds his sword up to the node, Sala holding it with him, and the energy reacts to it, drawn to the blade, and…THERE!In your mind’s eye, a rush of information flows to it. You see Chuu Lee, Raditz, and Hearts, the three of them facing off against… well, an actual hurricane of energy, power, wrath. In the middle of it, a gigantic, draconic being that you can sense has tremendous power. Wings the size of skyscrapers, a horned, frilled, and almost tyrannosaur-like head with both ferocious teeth and a pointed beak at the end of its mouth, an armored and spiked body the size of a battleship with a long, serpentine tail ending in massive, thagomizer-like spikes, powerful limbs that end in long, deadly claws.Raditz dodges out of the way of several powerful beams coming from the energy hurricane as he charges an attack, with Hearts facing the dragon directly, countering her Ki blasts with his gravity cubes and trying to get in close. You watch as the gigantic dragon actually takes a martial arts stance, one of her clawed limbs stabbing towards Hearts with speed that should be impossible for something that size, only narrowly missing him, followed by a tail slash he traps in a cube prison… but only temporarily, as a surge of energy breaks it free.(cont.)
>>6044422Chuu Lee readies her own fighting stance, but that’s when the transfer of energy hits her. Reinvigorated, her blazing white aura erupts around her. She smiles, telling you, “Much appreciated, Izzy. Okay, let’s do this!” She bolts upward, into the energy hurricane, but actually starts using this borrowed power to, instead of fighting against it, take control of it! That catches the attention of the dragon, who opens her mouth and readies an unbelievably powerful energy blast from it.“SPIRAL BEAM CANNON!” Raditz yells, firing his attack at a crystal located in the center of the dragon’s chest, the beam piercing through and out the back of the dragon. Hearts uses his Gravity Cubes to clamp her mouth shut before she can fire off the beam, then follows it up with a full power tackle aimed underneath her jaw.“NOW! FINISH IT!” he yells to Chuu Lee.She brings as much energy as she can to her hand, and calls out, “CYCLONE! DRAGON…!” She punches downward, and the energy takes on its own white draconic form. “FIIIIIIIST!”It roars out and spirals toward its target, powerful winds actually pulling the true dragon up towards her. She hits the wound where Raditz shot out its crystal, with the white energy dragon twisting and coiling around the behemoth. There’s a moment where you see what… almost looks like an expression of acceptance on the face of the dragon, before your vision goes white.You fall back, 19 catching you, with Sala stumbling backward as well, only to be caught by the sudden appearance of Hado. Zelos stands, though with a melancholic look on his face as he slowly brings his sword down. “…It is done. Yao is no more.”Chiaotzu looks at him with sympathy. “I… that can’t have been easy for you…”“Spare me that look, I know you have brought low three others.” he states bluntly. “It is not as if she did not prepare for this outcome.”…He’s trying to be stoic, but you get the sense that he’s masking some real pain. You… also briefly catch glimpse of a weird, unpleasant look on Hado’s face, but it vanishes as quickly as you notice it. That’s two down, one that’s taken the chance to work with you, and one slain. Which leaves one left.(cont.)
>>6044424>A. For what it’s worth, I do appreciate the choice you made, hard as it might have been>B. Hey, Hado! Where’ve you been? You okay?>C. Check in with Chuu Lee, see what her group is planning next>D. Okay, we have a bit to breathe, let’s unpin that thing from earlier. How can Sala hold your sword so effortlessly?>E. Something else?And one more time,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!And vote open until then!
>>6044419>Stop reading my notes.Damn. Was hoping I was way off-base with this one...>>6044425>A. For what it’s worth, I do appreciate the choice you made, hard as it might have been>D. Okay, we have a bit to breathe, let’s unpin that thing from earlier. How can Sala hold your sword so effortlessly?>E. https://youtu.be/SKVMjSIEPI4?si=hK3XY5mABaSg3KUk
>>6044425>A. For what it’s worth, I do appreciate the choice you made, hard as it might have been>D. Okay, we have a bit to breathe, let’s unpin that thing from earlier. How can Sala hold your sword so effortlessly?>B. Hey, Hado! Where’ve you been? You okay?Blink twice if the Grid Entity is hanging out with you.
>>6044425>>6044434Actually, gonna hold off on E unless crests get explained, I'm using Three Houses metaknowledge right now. But if they do get explained, despite how it looks and sounds, we Have to do E.Goodnight Kato, goodnight Sword!
>>6044425>A. For what it’s worth, I do appreciate the choice you made, hard as it might have been>B. Hey, Hado! Where’ve you been? You okay?>Is that a tortoise behind you, flipped onto its back? Did you... did you did you surf that thing across the desert?>... looks fun, you'll have to teach me sometime!Then we go flip the tortoise upright!>>6044440Supporting, though I would say a nod is as good as a wink to a blind horse.I'm unsure if Izzy will be the one to spot anything out of the ordinary with him because he's always had a nasty attitude?https://youtube.com/shorts/8LhjXCgdMP8?si=rA0ziQh8bCJ5g2ZH>>6044452>we Have to do E.Anon, you're dangerously close to being Ecchi Anon, and that's with skirtflipper around! Anyways, why do we have to?
>>6044425>C. Check in with Chuu Lee, see what her group is planning next>D. Okay, we have a bit to breathe, let’s unpin that thing from earlier. How can Sala hold your sword so effortlessly?And when we trip the flag on "we have a bit to breathe" that's when Yaldabaoth swoops down and sucks us into his mouth and chews us up and spits us out. We need to get some Nova Bombs.>>6044476>why do we have to?Checking out her magic tattoos I guess? I don't think we know if she has one. Ooh, but are we allowed to get a magic tattoo? We could ask Zel- oh right he's sad. We can ask Zelos to give us one later!
>>6044489I have asked about magical tattoos in the past. It has been denied unfortunately. Plus if the Dragon World is more Japan-aligned, it might even be seen as taboo. Don't want us to get associated with any criminal groups after all. And we need to be 18 or with parent's permission if we have more western-view on it either way.
>>6044674>animorphing fine, tattoos a badWe do live in a society...Speaking of furries, what are your thoughts on Hado being possessed? Do you want to try the hardest to nip it in the bud, or let it slide and confront it when it becomes a huge problem?
>>6044425Support >>6044440
>>6044425>E. Feel disgust.>At ourselves for being party to killing, Chuu Lee and the other group for using that gifted power to simply go for the throat quicker, and at Hearts and Chiaotzu and their crusade bloodying your hands. ...but you're the one who went along with it and asked the others to as well.>Feel disgust for this cycle you have helped perpetuate where violence is the solution to all your problems, and yet problems still keep happening strangely enough. But you and yours keep at it, building the idea that in a world where might makes right, the ability to slay your opponents is the highest virtue.>Your helping hand helped snuff a life out. It didn't give your side leverage to pacify that lady, and you can't help but question whether it was not enough for that, or that it wasn't even considered for that? >All this power you've worked for, been gifted, and engineered, all of it yours, and the only value others will see in it is how it can be used to send your foes into the next dimension. How disgusting.Hiya! Looking forward to tonight.
>>6045020Hiya! Also, the heck was all that?Izzy's killed before, so why the flip?
>>6045053I'm viewing it like she's gotten the best outcome possible with Zelos and gotten a bit drunk with it, so seeing the fight with Yao and how it ends with her helping it end like that would be a cold reminder for the kind of world she's living in, and the warpath Hearts is on and how her best outcome is in danger of being trampled.
>>6045055>>6045053But yeah it does seem a bit out of nowhere. I have an idea tho.>>6044425Adding onto >>6045020>Izumi is surprised by this reaction she's having to what's supposed to be a victory. Maybe that psychic backlash is still affecting her? Maybe...
>>6044425>>6045020>>6045057...huh. supporting.
Rolled 17, 12, 7 = 36 (3d20)Okay guys, we are back!And with that, one roll real real quick. 1d20, best of three. DC is 16.
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Rolled 17 (1d20)>>6045072>Roll for sleeping at night
Rolled 20, 3, 11 = 34 (3d20)>>6045073>>6045077>>6045080Passed! Writing...
Acer and Eighter, are they best buddies?
>>6044958Also, don't do furry drugs, kids.>>6044425You… feel a slight headache as you try to process all this. There’s a sadness that hits you, that maybe, just maybe, that end result could’ve been avoided. It’s… souring. Disappointing. Many emotions flood through your mind… maybe backlash from how you went about this? …Maybe. Well, that’s stuff to unpack back at home, but you do sympathetically tell Zelos, “For what it’s worth, I appreciate the choice you made, hard as it might have been for you.”He exhales deeply. “What’s done is done. I cannot change that now.” You almost hear a “Tempting as it might have been…” added under his breath.All right. You have a moment to breathe. Just… relax, and unpin that topic from earlier. It will at least get his mind off of this. “Okay, we do have one more thing we probably need to address: how’s Sala able to wield your sword with such ease?”“Jus’ don’t see what the big deal is.” she remarks, standing up again.“It is a very big deal.” Zelos tells her flatly.“Also, Hado, hey! You okay? Where’ve you been?” you comment to the young man.“I’ll live. Been trying to keep up with you all.” he states, narrowing his eyes at Sala just a bit.“Ahahaha… sorry to leave ya behind, but hey, ain’t my fault bird brain here pulled me halfway across the planet with his sword!” the older blonde states.“Yes it is. You were holding on to it. Which, again, is the problem. H o w.” Zelos speaks up again.“Look, I dunno! Wasn’t a big deal with I nabbed it!” she proclaims.Hado shakes his head and sighs exasperatedly. “Only you could have accidentally found yourself capable of wielding an artifact of absurd power…” There’s… a very, very slight oddity in tone with how he speaks.You tilt your head slightly. “You sure you’re okay, Hado?” And telepathically you add, ‘Blink twice if there’s something weird trying to make itself comfortable in your head.’He looks at you bemusedly, and he blinks… once, though it’s with each eye very slightly delayed. Weird. Suspicious. “Given all that we have been through at this point, the fact that I’m still in one piece is a blessing I’ll count again and again.”“That’s fair…” Chiaotzu agrees.…He’s not off the hook, but you gotta make this look natural. Suspicion’s there, but if you’re right and you make it so the thing in his head believes you’ve dropped your guard, you can get the drop on it. So instead, back to the task at hand! “There’s only one way we’ll actually figure this out, and that’s by testing it. Zelos, can you let Sala hold on to it for a bit?”(cont.)
>>6045157He reluctantly does just that… and yeah, there’s no change to the ease at which she can hold it. Okay, this will take some time. You have her test it out a bit, and she proves proficient at not just holding it but actually using it. She can channel energy, Magic, through it, swing it around and activate its whip effect, it’s… almost like it was crafted for her specifically to use with ease. If this were Earth, you’d almost suspect the thing being some kind of ancient Nemurian artifact.But it’s not, Zelos says he crafted it himself. After a while, you get the idea that maybe it’s something to do with Sala HERself. After you get a few shots with the thing, still finding it to hold an immense amount of power even for someone like you, and while you CAN hold on to it, do the things Sala and Zelos can do with it, it’s with some effort.“...I think I know what this is.” Zelos comments. “It may be that whatever you were in your past incarnation, still has a lingering effect on the person you are now. Allowing a greater degree of control over certain Magical artifacts than someone of your… capabilities should possess.”She gives him a befuddled glance. “...Ya serious, bird brain?”“Missing the stealth insult again…” Hado remarks.“I’ll insult yer dumb face ya-!”“I’ve seen it happen before, some particularly strong or virtuous souls.” Zelos interrupts. “Your prior incarnation must have been particularly, uniquely resourceful in handling Magic.”You cross your arms. That lines up with a few things you’ve kinda been suspecting for a while now. You… also again notice Hado has a weird look on his face. Contemplative, focused.>A. Act cool, don’t draw attention to him, but stay aware>B. Soooo… can she have it? At least, y’know, for a while>C. Check with Chuu Lee, see what they’re going to do next>D. Zelos, now that you’ve stopped fighting against us and Yao’s been defeated, what do you believe Yalbadoth will do about this?>E. Something else?
>>6045157Why are we asking Hado to blink?>>6045158>B. Soooo… can she have it? At least, y’know, for a while
>>6045158>A. Act cool, don’t draw attention to him, but stay aware>D. Zelos, now that you’ve stopped fighting against us and Yao’s been defeated, what do you believe Yalbadoth will do about this?>B. Soooo… can she have it? At least, y’know, for a while"Or if you don't want too, can you give us the sword schematics? We got someone who would love to replicate this."
>>6045158>A. Act cool, don’t draw attention to him, but stay aware>D. Zelos, now that you’ve stopped fighting against us and Yao’s been defeated, what do you believe Yalbadoth will do about this?>>6045160We think he is possessed by something from the Consciousness Grid, it seems like we were right but I'm not sure what led som anons to that conclusion.
>>6045158>C. Check with Chuu Lee, see what they’re going to do next>>6045160>>6045162>Why are we asking Hado to blink?That bit in >>6044440, but it didn't look like a write-in when I supported it, seemed like a joke.
>>6045163I see, thanks.>>6045161Did you intend for that to be taken seriously as a vote?
>>6045161>>6045167>>6044958Yeah can you please tell us your intentions: do you wish to nip it in the bud or let it slide? Gotta tell ya, not discussing what you plan to do, and trying to sneak it in, it's pretty sucky. Don't do that please.
>>6045158Hit vote:>A.>D.>C.Support
>>6045158>A. Act cool, don’t draw attention to him, but stay aware>B. Soooo… can she have it? At least, y’know, for a while>E. Use asking the question in >B for hide any reaction to telepathically to tell Zelos that Hado may be compromised. Ask Zelos if Yao had any mind altering or possession powers or if a majin from the grid could have done the same. If he can't reply telepathically adjust for that.After that we ask:>D. Zelos, now that you’ve stopped fighting against us and Yao’s been defeated, what do you believe Yalbadoth will do about thisWhich can give cover for zelos or us to plan to do something, depending.
>>6045176Oh yeah, >D can replaced with >C as far as the write in goes. I don't think we need to do both but I'm fine with that or either.
>>6045158>D. Zelos, now that you’ve stopped fighting against us and Yao’s been defeated, what do you believe Yalbadoth will do about this?I believe he's gonna use his Super Kami Guru priveleges, and requisition for the Four we didn't fight some Day Passes and some New Ships.>E. Look at our Social Link rating with Hado: 2>"Ha, that's our Hado!">You don't know Hado well enough to say this isn't the desert heat at work, and maybe if he does have a new ghost in his shell, could end up being fairly benevolent, like a Yami Hado. Or it could be malevolent, like a Yami Hado-ra. >Eh, you'll burn that bridge when you come to it, everyone thought Nazzar was a weird alien when they first met him after all, and they all got proven wrong, right? False, for sure! Incorrect, exactly.
>>6045178Shit that actually makes sense...
>>6045180The black text, right?
>>6045158>>Look at our Social Link rating with Hado: 2Nix this part, I got Hado mixed up with Zarid.
>>6045158>>6045178Supporting letting it slide for now because I don't appreciate getting it sprung on us that we are now probing him on it without making it clear in that post.
>>6045193Maybe you should have read it better, especially before you supported it.
>>6045194Look>>6044440There is no >before that spoilered text.>>6045158How am I supposed to know this counts as a vote?
Apologies, will have to pause the thread for now, struggling to stay awake. We'll be back again tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST, vote open 'till then. Thanks for playing, stay safe, and see y'all then.
>>6045197I don't know, maybe you could ask before you support? Look before you leap and all that. You could even say which parts you do and don't want to support, try that. Watch me!>>6045158Supporting>>6045161>>6045162>>6045174>>6045176But on all those only the D will do, the D is all I'm after.
>>6045206Night!
>>6045172I don't think he meant to do that maliciously. I do think if it was serious then it should have been clearer.>>6045161Format your posts better.>Do this.>"And this.">>6045206Thanks for running Kato, have this duck and feel free to use it on us!
>>6045158>A. Act cool, don’t draw attention to him, but stay aware>B. Soooo… can she have it? At least, y’know, for a while>E. Let him study the Hakkero in exchange, withdraw our Ruby Knife from itSupporting >>6045161's>"Or if you don't want too, can you give us the sword schematics? We got someone who would love to replicate this."
Rolled 14, 2, 18 = 34 (3d20)Okay guys, we're back!And real quick, just a roll of 1d20, best of three. DC is 13.
Rolled 2 (1d20)>>6045873ah shit "dude."
Rolled 18 (1d20)>>6045873
Rolled 6 (1d20)>>6045873
Rolled 18, 19, 20 = 57 (3d20)>>6045875>>6045877>>6045880Passed! Wrtiting...
>>6045883Woo!
Kato are you aware someone already archived this thread?
>>6044405I have a theory,
>>6045980This brand >>6044405 would be similar to one we've seen before.
>>6045981And Izzy would have seen it elsewhere too.>>6044434>>6044452Which is why I voted to do a strip search earlier, to see if that mark was present.
>>6045158Okay, stay cool, don’t draw any attention to what might be going on with Hado, but stay aware of it. In fact… you’ve got an idea. “Soooo… Zelos, now that we have an idea on why Sala can wield it, CAN she have it? Like, just for a little bit. Or at least the schematics, we know a guy who’d love to get a look at how it’s made, probably set a whole project onto understanding it.” But at the same time as you ask that aloud, you telepathically comment to him, ‘Hado may be compromised by whatever was still in the Consciousness Grid. I have no hard proof but he’s acting a little odd. I’d like to be wrong about this, but… better safe than sorry.’He gives you a bemused look, next glancing at Sala, then Hado, then you again, and finally back at his sword. “You are assuming two things: one, that there is anyone who could in a less than a hundred years understand the skill and craftsmanship that went into the forging of Sophis, and two, she would make better use of it than I will. I highly doubt that.” But he gives a telepathic response to you, saying, ‘You’re assuming… what, that the Promethean Chronicler resides inside him? A fleeing Majin? Doubtful. The former is not designed to reside inside a singular mortal mind, the latter is not subtle enough to keep up a charade for any long period of time.’‘Again, better safe than sorry. Just keep an eye on him.’ It might not even be one or the other… still, “Do you intend to go up against Yalbadoth then?”Zelos frowns. “…That is not something I can answer at this time.”“Oi, you tryin’ to back out of this already?” Sala asks him pointedly, putting her hands on her hips and leaning forward a bit. “Sounds like coward talk to me.”“It is not as simple as ‘tagging along’ and fighting my former comrades. He is the most crafty of us, and even with my vast intellect, he has a sharp, honed mind that is hard to predict. He may already have some method of dealing with my… betrayal… if I show up on your side against him.” Zelos states. “It is not as if that stunt was subtle…”“Actually, on that point, what do you see Yalbadoth trying to do going forward? As you said, that wasn’t a subtle move to make. Yao’s been defeated and you actively helped us make that happen. You have to have some insight into what his next plan is.”The air in the room gets noticeably more serious, everyone looking towards Zelos. His arms crossed, he contemplates the answer he’s about to give… but both you and he notice a look of fear on Hado’s face. It’s gone in a flash, but it was there. Neither of you comment on it… out loud. ‘If I agree to hand my sword over to the girl, whatever has possession of the boy will look for an opportunity to take it for itself. You must be alert for that.’‘Got it.’(cont.)
>>6045985Then, he speaks aloud, “Yalbadoth will present an ultimatum, draw out Hearts, and set a trap for him. And given that your lot tend to be on the more chaotic side, he’ll ensure he can limit what you can do against him. Manage the chaos you can bring by presenting an obstacle for it to try to overcome. He may even bring the fallen to him as part of the trap he has for Hearts.”“Are you saying he is capable of resurrection?” 19 questions.“No, but he has an alternative method to call them back. Even if their positions as Kami have passed, they have guaranteed spots as those rewarded in the afterlife. Their bodies are still theirs, and they will retain their skills, powers, and knowledge.”“A day pass…” Chiaotzu adds to clarify. “One for all your fallen former allies?”“Precisely.” He lets out a sigh. “Fine. My decision has been made.” He motions to Sala, holding the hilt of his sword’s handle to her. She’s delighted by the motion, but before she can grab it, he holds his other hand up to halt her. “You must NOT let this fall into the wrong hands. Sophis is a blade of immense power. I can wield its phenomenal might… but someone as powerful as Yalbadoth should be just as capable of such a thing. He has never tried it, but I would not put it past his capabilities. Do you understand? Do NOT let this fall into the wrong hands.”She… kinda pouts at him, but placing her hand on the hilt of the blade, she declares seriously, “I won’t let this sword fall into the wrong hands. I promise.” Taking the sword into her hand, Zelos relaxes his grip on it, allowing her to truly wield it. She holds it up high, letting it glow with power.‘The bait has been set.’ he tells you telepathically. “I can show you some of its capabilities, if you have the time.” the bird Archon tells Sala.>A. Actually, we should probably regroup and set up a proper plan with our allies>B. Say… if Yalbadoth can use a day pass for someone, couldn’t you as well, Zelos? Maybe not specifically one of your former allies, but maybe someone who could aid us>C. Training Sala with that sword would probably prove beneficial, if we intend to use it. Plus I can sorta wield it myself too, wouldn’t hurt>D. Still couldn’t hurt to look at those schematics, y’know (and have some backup bait just in case)>E. Something else?Okay, and one more time,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Sorry these keep being kinda lacking these last few nights, but still, thanks for playing. Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!Vote open until then!>>6045976I am, know who did it too. I'll be contacting LL once this thread's over to get it fixed.
>>6045989>A. Actually, we should probably regroup and set up a proper plan with our allies"And maybe let Hearts know ahead of time so he doesn't attack you on sight...">C. Training Sala with that sword would probably prove beneficial, if we intend to use it. Plus I can sorta wield it myself too, wouldn’t hurt(Really wanna wield it to see if we can commune with the sword's spirit like the others.)>D. Still couldn’t hurt to look at those schematics, y’know (and have some backup bait just in case)"I have faith in our smith. He's not your average smith you know..."
>>6045984If we do see this brand >>6044405, it means we're in the past of our own universe, and this old empire is the foundation of the Galatic Patrol. Zelos could be its first king depending on how this goes.And if Sala has the same mark as Sachie, and Sala is currently in the past of our own universe, that has star-crossed implications.>>6045989>D. Still couldn’t hurt to look at those schematics, y’know (and have some backup bait just in case)>Woops! I dropped my Ruby Knife, that I use for my Mini Hakkero!Thanks for running, and that's annoying about the archive.
>>6045989>C. Training Sala with that sword would probably prove beneficial, if we intend to use it. Plus I can sorta wield it myself too, wouldn’t hurt>There are too many swordsmen in this world, see if she can shrink it down to a knife instead? But one that can extend into a whip!See you tomorrow.
>>6045989>A. Actually, we should probably regroup and set up a proper plan with our allies>C. Training Sala with that sword would probably prove beneficial, if we intend to use it. Plus I can sorta wield it myself too, wouldn’t hurt>D. Still couldn’t hurt to look at those schematics, y’know (and have some backup bait just in case)
>>6045989TFR Kato!>B. Say… if Yalbadoth can use a day pass for someone, couldn’t you as well, Zelos? Maybe not specifically one of your former allies, but maybe someone who could aid us>E. Which of the other realms can we request, Hell, Makai, Heaven? Can the Day Pass request Time Patrollers as well?>By the way, what is this Universe's number?
>>6045989Hit vote:>C.>E. Have Chuu Lee feel out Hearts's response to allying with Zelos before we get the band together. We don't know how strong his enmity to the Archons is, and if he takes exception, exposing a beaten Zelos to him would be wrong.>Proceed to A if things are chill.Support
>>6045994Supporting, though I think an average Smith would be pretty baller since they're multi-disciplined for Smith work.>>6046008>There are too many swordsmen in this world, see if she can shrink it down to a knife instead? But one that can extend into a whip!Supporting this, Sala isn't winning any swordfights against the stuff we're fighting so she should take advantage of it being a laser whip more. Also,>Make it like pic related to where she can hook things she can shoot with it, grapple foes and steal their wallets from afar, and use her magic to empower the whip with ice, fire, or electricity!>>6046016Supporting.Asking what Number of Universe we're in could make or break what I was saying earlier. If it breaks it, good! Sala surviving this one. If it's still our universe, even then my theory's still not confirmed until we get a look at her butt.
>>6045989>I am, know who did it too. I'll be contacting LL once this thread's over to get it fixed.What's wrong with it?>A. Actually, we should probably regroup and set up a proper plan with our allies>E. It's coming back, those feelings of powerlessness and disgust. All the good that killing did was get you a glorified raincheck on fighting your foes and their undying hatred...>There has to be a better way than this!Using >>6045996>Pull the plug on the Hakkero to disconnect from this grief, grip the Ruby Knife in your hand with resolve, that if you feel your efforts have been for naught so far, then you will next steps -will be- something worthy.>Multi-form. Visit the four Archon's fiefs, gather info to get a clearer picture on what they were all about, where they came from, and where they wanted to go. How their people view them after their demise, both the liberated and the ousted. See if there's anything we can do, and what these former subjects of theirs can do, to put to rest the dead gods' grudges.Honestly for all that we're fighting the good fight and liberating worlds, we haven't met a single person on them. None besides Ex-arch Zelos. Chiaotzu and Hearts took us and threw us right at the problem, so I think we should take this regrouping time to cool down and get to know the people we're setting out to save.
>>6046008>>6046020And I'll back these, martial prowess is starting to have diminishing returns when enmity is undying.
>>6045989Supporting >>6046020 all of it>>6046527 the laser whip stuff>>6046452 only if that doesn't get in the way of training with Sala and we can spare a clone for her while we're doing that
>>6046541Dang it all!>>6045989Fixing, supporting these kinda>>6046452 the laser whip stuff>>6046527 only if that doesn't get in the way of training with Sala and we can spare a clone for her while we're doing that
>>6046541>>6046543Backing, but I'm laser whip stuff.>>6046533>martial prowess is starting to have diminishing returns when enmity is undying.>actually believing getting stronger to fight baddies is pointless>in a quest based on the granddaddy of all shonen battle mangaAnon, that's bullshit. But I believe it.
Rolled 10, 15, 15 = 40 (3d20)All right then, we are back!With that, roll me 2d20 this time, best of three. DC is 14 for the first, 15 for the last.
Rolled 15, 7 = 22 (2d20)>>6046558
Rolled 15, 11 = 26 (2d20)>>6046558
Rolled 6, 2 = 8 (2d20)>>6046558Now This Looks Like A Job For Me
>>6046559>>6046560>>6046561Passed one! Writing...
>>6046561It feels so empty...
>>6046527>>6046562Actually, I feel like this conclusion Izumi has reached from these thoughts from the grid and the hakkero and herself mostly is for sure something she should have a big talk with Chiaotzu about. He's been here for months, he's likely met many people who he's fighting for, so if they put their heads together, they can reach an Understandingnosis.
guess who's back, back again~>>6045157>Also, don't do furry drugs, kids.Spoken like a true blue Trans-Exclusionary Regarding Furries. Keep up the war on drugs, Reagan's Favorite!>>6046452>even then my theory's still not confirmed until we get a look at her butt.Deductive reasoning the likes of which have not seen since Meet'N'Fuck Detective RPG, I kneel.>>6045994>"I have faith in our smith. He's not your average smith you know..."The difference is that any smith could have been our smith, whereas our smith's always been any smith.
>>6045989“Might not hurt to help Sala train with it for a bit. Though… if it can change size as a whip, can it go from a full length sword down to a smaller weapon, like a knife or something?” you ask. “Conceal it better and whatnot, especially for what we have to go up against.”“It is possible to shorten the blade’s length as well as extend it.” Zelos confirms.“Oooh, nice! That’ll be useful.” Sala says with a grin.“Pluuuuus couldn’t hurt to look at those schematics, y’know.” you comment next.He gives a roll of his eyes. “You’re very insistent on that.”“It’s worth looking into. The smith we know isn’t the average smith.” you respond simply. However, as he and Sala start going over how to properly use Sophis, you check in with Chuu Lee. ‘Heeeeyyyy, just wanna know, how’s Hearts taken the decision to work with Zelos?’‘He’s… well he’s not exactly HAPPY about it but he’s… at the very least accepting about it. Or has said as much. He’s not going to attack on sight, at the very least.’‘Well, better than nothing… if you’re sure, let’s try to regroup soon.’ Okay, potentially good news. Let’s hope it stays that way. “Hey, our allies are gonna be here soon, and they’re… trying to make sure Hearts isn’t all ‘attack on sight’ with you. Just so we’re all on the same page.”With that all said, Zelos shows Sala how to use the sword, with you getting a chance to check into it as well. Sure enough, you can get its extending and retracting whip ability to work, but you also get an idea on how this could be used with certain Magic abilities beyond that. Light, Fire, Wind, Lightning, Shadow, and even Ice seem to react to it, in addition to Zelos describing how it could be used to empower allies or set a powerful curse on foes. At the same time… for all the effort you’re putting into it, you’re only barely keeping pace with Sala. If you were to use it with the Mahou Knight form, you might be able to work with this better, but might wanna save that for later.You also get the idea to try to look into some of the other places the other Archons resided, but you have to shelve that idea for now, barely have enough stamina to keep a Multi-Form going. It might help to actually go around and talk with some people on the places Chiaotzu and Hearts have liberated, too, you’ve only really seen a few people directly so far and it wasn’t exactly glowing praise, but that’s a very limited selection so far.(cont.)
>>6046781Chuu Lee, Raditz, and Hearts finally teleport in, and as all of you turn to face the new arrivals, you see that Hearts is… definitely glaring at Zelos. Yeah he’s not thrilled by how this happened. The feeling is clearly mutual, as Zelos glares back at him. Hearts places his hands in his jacket’s pockets and slowly marches forward. You feel a little nervous, but Chuu Lee gives you a look that lets you know he’s not going to try anything.“Well well well, we meet face to face, oh Archon, oh great Mage, oh Deity of Sorcery.” Hearts begins.“God hater.” Zelos returns curtly.“You’ve put so many people through a hell they didn’t deserve, but you know what? These mortals have vouched for you. I’ll respect their wishes. I might not like you, hell I’ll say right here and now that I am not entirely convinced your turn is genuine. But I can work with you. Again, they’ve vouched for you, and I’m not one to believe this is one of your tricks. This is them showing you a mercy you don’t truly deserve.” He pokes the avian alien in the chest, stating clearly, “Don’t make them regret it. We clear?”“...Crystal.”“Good.” Hearts pulls his hand away… and makes a fist, his body moving like he’s gonna give a quick jab. Zelos flinches, taking a step back. But Hearts doesn’t actually hit the bird guy. With his other hand he taps Zelos on the shoulder with his fist, cheekily remarking, “Two for flinching.” He then walks back, whistling to himself. Zelos is quite bemused by that. Still, he makes no further comment, just dusting off the shoulder Hearts tapped.(cont.)
>>6046783…A though occurs, and one that’ll catch the other three up to speed. “Hey, if Yalbadoth can potentially bring the others to back with some day passes, what’s to say you couldn’t as well, Zelos? I’m sure there are strong and noble souls that might be willing to answer the call… or, well, could even try to find someone from Hell that you could give special exception to that’d be willing to take up arms against them?” Crossing your arms, you add, “Or… I guess maybe even something, someone from the Demon Realm, given how you were able to trap Majins…”Hearts first is surprised by the suggestion you made, but then he gives an approving nod. “Smart thinking, kid.” He does give Zelos a bit of side-eye, though. “It should be possible, right?”“...Yes.” Zelos admits. “Though I could only recruit one. And finding one that would side with me rather than Yalbadoth will be tricky… at least, among the denizens of Heaven and the Kais.” He’s contemplative about this. “…It will require some more thought. I will need to investigate potential targets.”“Both Lapis and Gohan have met some fairly powerful fighters from the Afterlife before, and some have even helped us directly in the past through a similar situation.” Chuu Lee points out.“Of course, it doesn’t always have to be someone capable of fighting especially well…” Raditz remarks in a tone of remembrance.“Given that they’re aware of what we’re doing, maybe even the Time Patrol would be willing to lend someone to aid us.” you suggest.Both Hearts and Zelos look at you with slight confusion at that remark, and it’s the latter that comments, “Time Patrol?”“Oh, uh… the people who work with the Supreme Kai of Time?” you try to clarify.“So the mortals of the Twelfth were given a special exemption…” he muses.19 tilts her head at him, finally speaking up, “Twelfth? Are you referring to one of the numbered Universes out there?”“But of course. …Are you from that one?” he questions with a raised eyebrow.“We are from the Seventh.” 19 clarifies.“Wait, IS this the Seventh? Or… well, what number is this one?” you ask.Zelos places his hands behind his back, stating in a tone that reminds you of a teacher, “This is one over from your own. The Diligent Eighth Universe.”>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!
>>6046784You know what, Kato? Good on you for keeping us secretive! Our Hakkero's secret will be a big ace in the hole, heck it's likely our only way home that we'll have to tap three times, or stab three times if it's bloodthirsty.And yes, I suppose it would be rude to be offered a feast and turn my nose up at it at the last second, rest assured I will fight. I will be looking forward to getting to know the people of this universe better tho!
>>6046784>>6046810Speaking of, Goodnight! hehehehehehe
>>6046781Someday Ruby Knife, someday. And sweet, we don't have to worry about Sala being a Chrono Trigger that keeps us from returning to our home timeline where Sachie exists! For Now.>>6046827Can't unsee, thank you.>>6045162>I'm not sure what led som anons to that conclusion.Sala and Hado are expies of the main characters from Radical Dreamers, which is a visual novel that Chrono Cross expanded on. The majin we fought was similar to the villain of Chrono Cross, which was merely a coincidence before their name was revealed and looked into and then confirmed.>>6046784>“...Yes.” Zelos admits. “Though I could only recruit one. And finding one that would side with me rather than Yalbadoth will be tricky… at least, among the denizens of Heaven and the Kais.” He’s contemplative about this. “…It will require some more thought. I will need to investigate potential targets.”I can think of one being, but I don't think we're wise to her existence yet. Sala might have that well in hand though.So from what I gather, Day Passes are given to souls for them to travel to other realms and not have their forms die, but this need for one can be bypassed so long as there is an opening between the realms. Could be a sword propping a gate open, could be a Janemba portal, could be necromantic miasma, or it could be the IT Zone allowing for a quick in-and-out to punch Bojack.But, I propose there is another way the Day Pass could be used: It can allow for a soul to inhabit a body.If a deceased soul doesn't have a body in their dead state, and won't get a new body because that soul is despised by the current celestial administration (Yalbadoth has the pull to rez his Archons), then it follows that a Day Pass won't grant the gods' enemy a body and certainly not one strong enough to challenge the gods. It will merely allow for their soul to go to a certain realm for a day, if they have a body to do it with. Since Otherworld won't give us a body for them to use, we could volunteer for a day! But as a last resort though.
>>6047140And while we're on subject the gods can totally pull a trick like this as well, so we need to keep our guard up. This is a neat arc!
>>6047143>see pic>>6046827So they're the Tight-Ass Universe?Wait a sec, diligent means focused on a task, let's look up what tight-ass is...>Someone who does not know how to have fun, or who is so worried about insignificant things as to ruin any fun that anyone around them may be having.NYEHHHSo anyway!I'm commissioning some art. What color are Gohan's eyes?
All righty folks, we are back!>>6046784The Eighth Universe. So close, yet so far from home. At the very least, things over here work similarly enough to how they work back home… the machinations of the Archons notwithstanding. Still, there’s a quite a bit you all need to do now, and not all that much time to do it. You’ll be given… a day, maybe a day and a half of prep tops. After getting some much needed rest, you decide to…>A. Go with Zelos on this mission to recruit someone with the Day Pass he has access to, might help vet out any potential allies>B. Check out some of the liberated worlds for any clues as to the potential foes you’ll face, and meet with some of the people from them>C. Couldn’t hurt to train a bit more on what Yalbadoth might throw at you all, maybe you can shut down some of his abilities>D. Work with Sala a bit as she keeps practicing with Sophis, and keep an eye on Hado just in case>E. Something else?
>>6047214>A.Go with Zelos on this mission to recruit someone with the Day Pass he has access to, might help vet out any potential allies>Ask Chuu Lee to do this, she's the strongest potential host that doesn't have a body with abnormal transformations and her hair is red.>D. Work with Sala a bit as she keeps practicing with Sophis, and keep an eye on Hado just in case>That robot works for the gods, so that's practically a ticking time bomb for one of them to set up shop in his body with their godly possession. Betting it's Authadia.
>>6047223>B. Check out some of the liberated worlds for any clues as to the potential foes you’ll face, and meet with some of the people from them>E. "I hope my talks go better this time">Flash back to the conversation from where we left off>It's us trying our hardest to keep a straight face in response to the symbol Zelos had shown in our mind>roll for composure
>>6047214>>6047241And I'll link correctly this time!
>>6047214Are we able to do B and D together with the clones?If we are then supporting these>>6047223>>6047241but Sala should also have to roll composure, fair's fair.
>>6047258I think Kato said the clones would wipe out our reserves, and we only have a day and a half to prepare.
>>6047260Okay then, thanks for the heads up.>>6047214Backing >>6047241
Hm, does Anon want support? Anon can get support, but they have to share it first!>>6047258Look at that post! Mm mm, nice and ripe for the supporting!
...>>6047214Supporting >>6047258The clones are fine.
>>6047278>>6047294Kato, the duck, por favor.
>>6047214>A. Go with Zelos on this mission to recruit someone with the Day Pass he has access to, might help vet out any potential allies>D. Work with Sala a bit as she keeps practicing with Sophis, and keep an eye on Hado just in case>E. Something else"Hearts, I feel like we've been skirting around the line on this topic. Are you okay with the deities of Universe 7 and our connections to them? They're (mostly) benevolent divine beings, and its exactly why we are helping you deal with those of Universe 8."
>>6047214supporting >>6047298hey sord what color are gohan's eyes>black>grey>green>blue>red>brown>purple
>>6047278Please support? >>6047223
>>6047214Hit supports >>6047298And same
>>6047298I'll back >>6047214
>>6047294>>6047304Very good, anon! And now, have your treat.>>6047214>>6047223Sure, why not
Rolled 12, 11, 5 = 28 (3d20)>>6047140>>6047143>>6047223Going to point out that while there's a method for what you're trying to do that might be similar, the way you're going about it isn't going to work the way you think it does.Still, we'll see how this goes.Roll me 3d20, best of three. DC is 13 for the first, 14 for the last two.
Rolled 17, 9, 13 = 39 (3d20)>>6047318dice roll!
Rolled 18, 6, 20 = 44 (3d20)>>6047318
Rolled 19, 13, 20 = 52 (3d20)>>6047307Hot. I wonder when Izzy can have something like this?Ooh, Cocoa should do this with Peppa, please bring back thread 1 Cocoa on occasion!>>6047318
Rolled 6, 6, 19 = 31 (3d20)>>6047319>>6047320>>6047321Passed two, and writing...
>>6047318"Oh hey I'm Kato and I'm gonna share that helpful info" right after I begged? Malarkey! Thanks, if allowed and it isn't part of the roll I'd like to take it back for now and consider my options as they appear.
>>6047328You liked it.
>>6047328I get what you're trying to do, the method was just a bit off. Regardless, we'll see how it goes soon enough.
>>6047340Sorry, I was panicking, lost my spine. Thanks for letting me know, and yeah! Let's find out!>>6047339.........
>>6047223I wonder if Chuu Lee ever walked around all day with her eyes closed to see what it was like?
>>6047356
apologies, passed outu>>6047214So, first thing’s first, you get a brief moment to look over some of the liberated worlds, but you end up not spending especially long on them. Zelos for the most part has calmed his people, though the loss of the Consciousness Grid is causing some problems with those that were used to relying on it for guidance, with some very clearly having a… crisis of faith, more or less. That might be something he needs to be wary of. There are those however that seem relieved, less tense, more… free, now that it’s not something hanging over (inside?) their heads.The world Yao claimed as her main domain on the other hand is much more chaotic, seeing as it turned out to be a political capital of sorts. Without their “Dragon Goddess” keeping many of their less savory members in line, factions have started popping up trying to stake a claim to whatever they can. Territory, influence, Magical artifacts, research, it’s… a powder keg that’s only barely kept from exploding by them not knowing the intentions of those that brought down Yao, with many having quickly attempted to gain favor with Hearts instead. He wants none of it. His only declaration to them has been calling for them to forge their own paths beyond the iron-fisted rule of the gods.It does bring up a point you want to address with him directly, though. “Hearts, listen, I feel like we’ve been skirting around this conversation for a while now. The deities we of Universe 7 have worked with are for the most part truly benevolent. The Kami of multiple worlds, the Kais, Grand Kai, even Supreme Kais have all had our backs, helped us in numerous ways, and… I guess are kinda the opposite of how the Archons of this world operate. This isn’t going to cause any problems later, is it? Are you okay with our more open, friendly relationship they have with us mortals, and vice-versa?”As he walks away from one of the massive political buildings on the planet with you and Chiaotzu, hands in his pockets, he glances over at you. “If I were to be completely honest, I have some lingering distrust towards many Gods, something formed by my own experiences. I have seen them lord over mortals while claiming benevolence… and also condemn them due to apathy or even malice. I truly wish to see worlds free from that kind of influence, free from tyranny. I recognize that mortals can and do make mistakes, let darker influences run rampant, even commit horrors that boggle the mind to comprehend. But all the same, I’ve seen mortals show they can do better, be better, all on their own, not strictly forced to improve themselves but strive to be the best they can be. From the sound of things, the Gods you know have no heavy hand in managing mortal affairs, and only intervene when dire situations call for it. I can accept those actions, and I can accept that your people work with deities like that.”(cont.)
>>6047470“Maybe Zelos genuinely will take what happened to heart.” Chiaotzu suggests as he walks with you both. “That he’ll strive to do better for the people he claims to rule over.”Hearts crosses his arms, one of his gravity cubes forming in front of you all. “That remains to be seen. I still have trouble believing that his change of heart is genuine, but again, you vouched for him. It’s on him to not let you all down.”And with that, he takes you all back to Zelos’ planet.You did want to check out some of the other worlds, but you’ve got some other things you need to look into first. So while Hearts, Chiaotzu, Raditz, and 19 make their own preparations, you, Chuu Lee, and Zelos end up going to the Afterlife, while you send a copy to help out Sala’s further training with Sophis… and keep an eye on Hado, just in case. With the latter group…Sala, out in the desert area closest to Zelos’ central temple complex, lets out a slash with the sword, trying to test just where her limits are with it, both in how much power she can put out with it, and how far she can get it to extend. The answer ends up “enough to turn the sand underneath the swing of the blade into glass” and “700 meters, give or take a meter or two” respectively. The end result is what could best be described as a crescent-shaped lake of glass, one that actually seems to have some lingering Magic still inside it. Zelos was kind enough to give you some of his notes on the sword’s functions, even managed to translate them into a language you could actually understand (which, note to self: Translation magic would be absurdly helpful, try to learn that soon). Which… is helping you, certainly, but you find yourself having a harder time properly utilizing it as well as Sala can.On the plus side, you’re able to figure out the blade’s ability to leave lingering Magical effects, and might even be able to replicate it on your own, especially with how you’ve worked on having the MP Buster’s effect spread around a wider area. It will probably take a bit more time and effort to get just right, but for now it’s enough that you can use it with the sword. How it works is similar to Magical enchantments, you recognize, but instead of trying to “enchant” a specific thing, it’s left over a broader area. So where you might, for example, enhance a Ki blast with some extra Fire Magic to give it a burning boost, or a sword with the same Fire Magic to give it a blazing slash, you instead broaden the area of effect to create a lingering, sorta self-sustaining (if still temporary) “burning area” that will stay active even without your constant input.(cont.)
>>6047472Also… you get the feeling that there might be something inside the Sword, some kind of soul or soul-like thing that helps manage this immense Magical power it possesses. Kinda like dad’s Masamune, though whatever it is, it hasn’t really made itself know to you. Not yet at least. Not even sure if such a spirit is self-aware, it very well could be “programmed” like the Promethean Chronicler that Zelos had mentioned.Speaking of, and on the down side… you’re so invested in this that you lose sight of Hado a couple times, and find him at different places during this training, at one point just disappearing for a bit and coming back without you actually noticing. Sala’s not bothered by it, but if anything, she seems too focused on learning what all she can do with Sophis that she’s not really paying as much attention to what he’s doing as you’re trying to without drawing his suspicions.Finally, the other you with Zelos and Chuu Lee arrive at an area you figure is like how dad described the afterlife’s check-in station, but significantly more elaborate, with multiple structures that raise up high, rows upon rows of spirits flowing forward, splitting off into separate buildings as they reach the main courtyard area. Given that you and Chuu Lee are here with Zelos, the attendants let you all pass with no issue, them being ogres in formal attire that… actually looks decently fashionable, a kinda futuristic take on business suits that give an impression of them being actually comfortable. You’re all brought to meet a much larger ogre, one in a mixture of judges’ robes and business attire, with a large, important-looking cap atop his head. You notice him actually doing some… accounting work? Yeah, accounting work with one hand, writing in a ledger with another. A few other ogres head by you moving around carts full of… money, of some sort, though they give wide berth for Zelos.“I see you’re hard at work as ever, King Yanlou.” the avian Archon greets.That gets him to stop, and immediately he looks down at you from his ivory desk. “Great Lord Zelos! Ah, what… what a surprise…!” he states nervously. Noticing Chuu Lee, with you all, there’s a bead of sweat that rolls down his face as he forces a smile. “Is… this, ah, about Great Lady Yao…?”“In a sense.” Zelos answers. “But not specifically. I am here to requisition a Day Pass for a departed soul. One of particular skill, strength, cunning, and… willingness to think and act outside the box, should we say.” Floating upwards, he adds, “A minimum of three options should suffice, mattering not if they are Above or Below, or even… Deep Below.”(cont.)
>>6047473“This… is a bit unorthodox, Great Lord Zelos…” the giant ogre comments.“Actually, does it need to be just one?” you speak up, catching the attention of them both.“Rules are rules, little one.” the ogre states, less intimidated by you. “Even with certain exceptions being made, a Day Pass requires very specific permissions and spiritual forging in order to be made in the first place.”“But couldn’t like… an extra spirit kinda borrow a body or something, or tag along in one as a kind of benevolent possession deal?” you explain. “I know at least some ghosts can kinda linger around beyond the veil of life and death, and can possess other beings for a time. You know what I’m talking about, right Chuu Lee?”“I believe so. One of Baba’s new fighters, right? Phantasma?” she asks.“Yeah, the ghost girl (with maybe a crush on my cousin Gohan).” you confirm.King Yanlou gives Zelos a slightly confused look; clearly he’s missing some context here. Zelos himself doesn’t seem to get it either, which, fair, but he’s willing to roll with it. Though he does have to clarify, “Willingly allowing possession by a foreign spirit is not as easy as you’re making it seem. Especially for those we may need to rely on; they may have power beyond that which such a willing participant can wield, or it may be that such a being taking possession could result in a fighter strong enough to hold them in would be out of commission.”“What about through a pact?” Chuu Lee brings up. “A very close friend of mine has been able to manage such a thing, a pact might allow someone from… er, ‘Deep Below’ a chance to help, right?”Eyes narrowed at that, Zelos comments under his breath, “How in Heaven does Universe 7 know about Demon Pacts…?” But he shakes his head and clears his throat. “Ahem. Perhaps. Let us look at our options first.”“Right! Right! I will, uh, get right on that, Great Lord Zelos!”(cont.)
>>6047474After a brief waiting period, you’re given three dossiers to look over.One shows an angelic-looking lady with a very stern, serious face, short white hair, green eyes, and a very… light outfit of a black tube top, detached sleeves, thigh high leggings, boots, and an armored pleated skirt. She very clearly likes the color black. Apparently she’s a very skilled Magic user and resides in Heaven, was at one point someone who studied under Zelos, and goes by the name of “Ravier.” Okay, someone familiar to him that’d choose his side over Yalbadoth’s, at the very least.Another shows a young man with pointed ears, spiky silver hair, red eyes, and a calmer, more gentle demeanor, wearing a blue and yellow tunic with orange scarf and simple boots. And… in stark contrast to Ravier, this young man is in Hell, a punishment for defying the will of the Archons… specifically that of his father, mentor, and… killer. Yalbadoth. His name is given as “Ryuno.” So someone with a bone to pick with the big bad villain, with some family drama on top of that. He IS described as exceptionally powerful, though doubt he’s on the level of his father.And lastly, instead of Heaven or Hell, there’s a Demon Realm candidate, who looks to be a bit younger than the previous candidate, a more smug young man with spiky brown hair (two of which look to be covering horns) done up in a pony tail, red eyes, and wearing a more simple outfit of an open purple vest that’s showing off his more toned physique, red gloves and boots, orange pants, a fang necklace, and wielding a massive black metal hammer. This is apparently “Sydoh” the… Majin. A reincarnated Demon God. He’s described as capable of immense destruction and mayhem, with violent tendencies and a desire to cause chaos, though it’s tempered with a more immature disposition, willingness to goof off and play pranks, and generally get into mischief rather than inflict true cruelty upon others.So. These are the candidates they could get on short notice. Who do you think would help the most?>A. Ravier, Zelos’ angelic understudy>B. Ryuno, Yalbadoth’s son>C. Sydoh, the Majin>D. Something else?Okay, once more,>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~5:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!Also, vote open until then!
>>6047475>B. Ryuno, Yalbadoth’s sonOh hey, Dash Bowman!No Biggus Dickus scene? Aw. That Stings.
>>6047476Well I guess this is the price that comes with the posts be tonally consistent and the options actually working together. Good job, it all flowed well!
>>6047477Tho, it is almost dawn for me. I wish you would have told me it wasn't happening when it was time to roll.>>6047475Can you please start doing recap/confirmation posts on what all's getting in? It's more communication between the players and you and I want more communication please.
>>6047475>B. Ryuno, Yalbadoth’s son
>>6047475>B. Ryuno, Yalbadoth’s son>D. Something else?"So I've actually fought with beings who came over from the otherside. Long story short - I deleted them from existence? Will that happen to them if they - die. Again?"
>>6047475>B. Ryuno should be able to keep cool.
>>6047475>B. Ryuno, Yalbadoth’s son>inb4 his surname ends up being Furutsu or Pitaya>and he walks out of HFIL going up to our kneeThe History of Our People and Undying Grudges continues no matter the universe.
>>6047475>B. Ryuno, Yalbadoth’s sonIn the future I think you might have to post more pictures on votes like these
>>6047475>B.
>“Sydoh” the… Majin. A reincarnated Demon God. He’s described as capable of immense destruction and mayhem, with violent tendencies and a desire to cause chaos, though it’s tempered with a more immature disposition, willingness to goof off and play pranks, and generally get into mischief rather than inflict true cruelty upon others.I would like to revisit/reuse/retcon this idea for after Izzy meets a certain man in Super.
>>6047475Phwew, just made it!>B>>6047935>Izzy and her Ginny and her CiderHow many of these do you have?
>>6047706I don't think anyone can be deleted from existence so long as people remember them and there's money to be made from their inclusion, Zamasu, and with how reincarnation works someone who died will show up again! And weirdly with how incarnation works given the other Universes, there will be other versions of you with slightly different philosophies from their Universe.So really Frieza was made immortal by being such a big deal and really cool that he's not just a being, he's an idea, and you can't kill an idea.>>6047897>Ryuno, Yalbadoth’s son>>inb4 his surname ends up being Furutsu or Pitaya"I, Ryuno Pitaya, have a dream."https://youtu.be/U0TXIXTzJEY?t=223>>6047938>How many of these do you have?Just Izzy's and Peppa's kids~With Cider I want to see him use the demon god thing in his fighting similar to how Acer fights alongside Masa and Mune and eventually Izzy and her own demon Doreen.Hey Kato, are Masa and Mune demon gods similar to Hirudegarn? Like, being made of dreamstone and given form from human thought?
>>6047476>>6047478Apologies, was not entirely sure what that was supposed to be in reference to after the initial mixup.>>6047935We'll see about that.>>6047921It didn't seem necessary, but if it is, I'll give the references and a quick ten minute wait if that will change any votes.Ryuno is referenced in the first post.This would be Ravier's reference.
>>6047957And this is Sydoh's>>6047955>Hey Kato, are Masa and Mune demon gods similar to Hirudegarn? Like, being made of dreamstone and given form from human thought?They are not, they're their own spirits.Okay guys, ten minutes. We're back!
>>6047959Hmmm, I think I'm gonna vote B- damnit too late!>>6047955>and eventually Izzy and her own demon Doreen.Who in the HFIL is Doreen???
>>6047975She's from Chrono Trigger, she's Masa and Mune's sister. She also shows up in Chrono Cross where her brothers are evil and twists their ears till they become a new sword.
>Am I a butterfly dreaming I'm a man...
>Or a bowling ball dreaming I'm a plate of sashimi?>>6047957>>6047955>how Acer fights alongside Masa and Mune and eventually Izzy and her own demon Doreen.Our Hakkero does have the Ruby Knife in it, yes?
>>6047957>Apologies, was not entirely sure what that was supposed to be in reference to after the initial mixup.You can always ask if you don't know.>>6048167>Our Hakkero does have the Ruby Knife in it, yes?It's been made a write-in a few times and hasn't appeared, I thought we did have Melchior make that a thing with it two threads ago. Is that not the case Kato?
>>6047475“Well… all things considered… maybe that Ryuno guy would be the best choice?” you suggest.“You think so?” Chuu Lee asks.“Given who we’ll be up against, we’ll need the best help we can get. Who else but the man’s son? It’s not like he’d join up with Yalbadoth if given the chance either.” you point out. “Have you met him before, Zelos?”“...Briefly, yes.” he answers with a cryptic but solemn tone. “Very well. Bring forth Ryuno, King Yanlou.”“Sorry you didn’t get to reunite with your student…” Chuu Lee comments to him.“She lived her life well and continues trying to better herself even beyond the veil of life and death. It is probably for the best regardless, we are up against powerful foes, even if she would join my side at a moment’s notice, it would be better to let her continue to enjoy her well-deserved rest.” he responds, still sounding a bit solemn.https://youtu.be/aScOdznyC8U?si=5XXlzrCR909BaMYVAfter a short while, you’re all brought to an area with a large, elaborate elevator, which opens up to reveal this young man flanked by a number of ogres in formal bodyguard getups, complete with dark sunglasses. Heh, kinda funny actually. Still, Ryuno stands in the middle of the group, a hand reaching up and poking at the halo above his head. He looks around as he walks with his ogre escort, noticing you and Chuu Lee with curiosity, but then locking eyes with Zelos.“So I have you to thank for my parole, oh Great Lord Zelos.” he speaks in a soft, flowing voice. Formal, kind, refined, and humble… or at least, putting the airs of such things forward. “I see you have some new allies… what curious scheme have you gotten up to?”Zelos almost looks down his nose at the young man. “One that brings you into conflict with your father once again. Need I say more?”There’s a chuckle that escapes Ryuno’s lips that feels disquieting. “Straight to the point then. No, no you do not.” He smiles, tilting his head ever so slightly as the ogre escort backs away from him. He then looks over at you and Chuu Lee again. “You both feel… strong. Very strong, with yet further strength you’re not showing yet.”“No need to show my best in a moment like this.” Chuu Lee responds. “Especially since I can draw out my best pretty quickly.”“Might I know your names, ladies?” he requests.>A. You can call me Izzy>B. Name? You’ll get a full title!>C. …Nnnnah, you may not. Not from me at least>D. So what exactly are you capable of?>E. Something else?
>>6048237>C.>"In my universe it's common courtesy to start with your own name.">If he doesn't we nickname him Rude Boy, of he doesn't because he's a prince we nickname him Royal Pain
>>6048237>A. You can call me Izzy>D. So what exactly are you capable of?>E. Ki sense Ryuno and size him up too.
>>6048237>B. Name? You’ll get a full title!>D. So what exactly are you capable of?>>6048249>Rude Boy, of he doesn'tWell well well, if ot isn't a regular Baka Boy!hahahahahahahahahahahahahaha
>>6048237>B. "Lady? Nah, merely a princess. And Chuu Lee was Strongest Under the Heavens! Tell me, what was your renown Under the Hells?"
>>6048237>A & C.>Give just Izzy, our family name and titles mean little to a universe not our own.>Completely ignoring that we've already proclaimed them here multiple times.
>>6048299>our family name means little to a universe not our own.Wow, their otherworld is basic!
>>E. Ki sense Ryuno and size him up too.Sounds like someone slept through the Saiyan and Frieza Sagas! Sorry, that was harsh. What I mean with that is treating Ki Sensing like a Scouter is one of its least uses. This guy may have just got his body back, he's been in hell for a while, he's relaxed, so what are we gonna learn from ki sensing him now? A better thing to do would be to determine if his power is physical or psychical or magical, and we could spar with him to find out.>>6048237>>6048258But yeah there's no harm in doing D and E, let's do it.>>6048299Supporting too.>>6048270>if ot isn't a
>>6048237>C. Sensing up our bodies without so much as a how-do-you-do? This guy's a perv. "…Nnnnah, you may not. Not from me at least">D. So what exactly are you capable of?>>6048294Supporting the jab at what titles he's earned, and lost.>>6048299Supporting, but there's a big question on how we want to tackle this...>>6048249>>6048258>>6048270>>6048294>>6048299Everyone. Universal Greeting?
>>6048342But we're not in our Universe, everyone we do that with here is just gonna think we're a Weirdo!
>>6048237Support >>6048299
>>6048237>>6048237>Universal Greeting?Of course!>>6048347Anon it is the duty of every true Universe 7 born to go wave the flag, especially this flag! One that doesn't have a butthole on it!
>>6048376>filename "8008135"no but for real are all the symbols like that?
>>6048237Let’s see, how’d this go? Ah, of course! “Bah-weep-Graaaaagnah wheep ni ni bong.” The Universal Greeting. Always a good icebreaker.And… the young man, instead of keeping up the gentle, calm, but slightly aloof demeanor… has a look of genuine confusion on his face. “What…?”…Okay he might not know the Universal Greeting, but messing with the smug, calm, know-it-all types is clearly worth it. “You can call me Izzy. Princess Izzy if you’re gonna be all formal.” You’ve given your titles plenty of times before, and this is the most he needs to really know. “This here is Chuu Lee, one of the champions of our homeworld, a woman who earned the title ‘Strongest Under the Heavens.’” While you say that, you sense out his energy. He’s not giving off as much as you would think he’d be, and while you can indeed sense a lot of energy, there’s something that feels… missing. Like there’s a level of strength he has that he’s either hiding very, very carefully, or that you genuinely can’t sense. Odd.She crosses her arms and nods. “We came here from another universe seeking a displaced friend. And once we learned the kind of situation he was in, we offered our aid and are now preparing to face your father. That should catch you up with everything.”“I see. That Great Lord Zelos is the one you have chosen to ally with is curious to me…” He turns to face the avian Archon. “…though you’ve always had your own machinations, haven’t you?”“I can say for certain that whatever you are imagining my ‘machinations’ are, the reality is much more mundane.” he responds.“So. What exactly can you do, Ryuno?” you question. “I was told that your father also mentored you. You got some kind of renown down in Hell?”“That he did. And I learned much from him… but not enough to change my fate. As for what Hell knew me as…” He looks around, the ogres in the area getting a little nervous. “Perhaps I should demonstrate… some place a bit more open. No need for the Merciless Savior to make a mess here.”(cont.)
>>6048486Zelos shakes his head, leading you all outside the check-in starion area, off away from the flow of souls and anything that might cause any… collateral damage. All four of you end up many kilometers away, orange clouds below you and a white skies all around, and in the distance you can just barely make out the shape of a planet that’s… probably barely the size of a large city. Maybe a mountain range if you’re being generous. Still, your focus is drawn to Ryuno, who stretches, spreads his arms out, and takes in a deep breath.A bluish-white aura then surrounds him, as he holds his hand up and summons a sword that looks a bit like a straighter katana, ethereal and filled with Magic and energy, yet holding some semblance of a physical form. Zelos makes a few targets using his own Magic to serve as practice dummies. And almost immediately you can tell there’s a massive amount of energy flowing around him, just one that’s harder to really sense. In a flash, there’s a crack of thunder and one of the targets is cut in two with speeds that even Chuu Lee would find hard to match… with each half having lingering energy still around them. Ryuno then swings his hand, directing each energized half at the other targets, with both halves exploding on contact, the explosions themselves massive. Two more targets are summoned, and Ryuno fires a splitting finger beam that hits both with… honestly enough power to split a continent in half with little effort.But that’s not the thing that catches your attention the most. A hundred more targets are called out, an army of them spread a few dozen meters apart, each of them with some kind of Magical barrier around them. They’re broken apart in a flash of blue light, almost as quickly as they’re summoned, and for a moment, just a brief moment, you notice that Ryuno’s aura and Ki seemed to almost take a kind of… shape, a presence of its own, that did all the work while he just stood there, sword in hand still.It was almost as if he… summoned something out of his very energy to use as an attack, or even an ally in battle.>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST. Stay safe out there and see you then!
>>6048488>It was almost as if he… summoned something out of his very energy to use as an attack, or even an ally in battle.The AeonsThanks for running Kato, always enjoy it! Be sure to get some rest, you've been at it pretty hard this week.
>>6047957>>6048181Sorry, I was frustrated here. I figure it's not really conducive to communicating if I'm being snippy. So, my bad! I will do better.>>6047957>We'll see about that.Kay! tho given the fanart tendency to ship Sidoh and the builder girl, she'd probably work more comfortably if nothing else as the kid of another couple, and a particular mother comes to mind given her ambiguously colored hair, building things, and that hammer. Bah, counting chickens is fun, but it's all too early. We will see! ...although even that's only if any potential TQ Super gets an epilogue. Or if a Daima is in the cards? how long is this quest gonna go even
>>6048913>if any potential TQ Super gets an epilogue. Or if a Daima is in the cards? how long is this quest gonna go even>Kato doing tuffles for the next decadeI meanWe could have other quests? Doesn't have to be tuffles all the time. Oh hey, next year in May will be the 10th anniversary!
>>6048376https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KC6l7Wfq0kM>>6048258Hey, Ki Sensing did tell us a few things! It was useful, thanks for bringing it up.>>6048488I feel like he's going to be a liability for this mission. He seems to be focused on what's flashy but at the cost of using too much power for everything, so he's going to run out of power pretty quick. And his techniques are cruel. Merciless Savior indeed, I can only imagine the egg on our face when he cuts an actual guy in half to send his chunks to explode two other guys, and when breaks a bunch of barriers so some guardsmen can be gunned down. And also when the planets we're trying to save get destroyed because he put a little too much juice in the finger beams! And his fighting style is that of a spoiled brat's, just waiting back from a distance for his powers to do all the work. Meanwhile he's a sitting duck, just one big opening screaming "Hit Me!" I figure some Spirit Bits from behind would blow his mind.I wish to ask Zelos telepathically, >"Mister Zelos, from that display, I think I have a better idea of Ryuno's character. Was the disagreement with his father the only reason he was sent to hell?"I mean, he's still a good meatshield, but he's mostly a loose cannon we need to have pointed at Yalbadoth first thing before anyone else suffers.Have we already used the Day Pass, or is this a tryout process?
>>6048488And we've hit the image limit, will you be starting a new thread?
Thanks for playing, everyone.>>6048913All I'll say on that is that I'll be paying close attention to how Daima does things.>>6049034Haha... yeah, yeah it will be...Just so you all are aware, image limit has been reached. I plan to wrap this thread up soon regardless, but just wanted to make sure y'all knew about that.Anyway, we're back!>>6048488Ryuno powers down a bit, smiling at you all, commenting, “I see you’re impressed.”“You’re certainly strong, even if I can’t quite get a good read on your Ki.” Chuu Lee admits. “What… was that, exactly? That thing you did at the end there.”“An extension of myself. The tool that I gained for use in attempting to bring low my… tyrannical father.” Ryuno says in a modest and calm voice. “It is summoned forth from my very life energy, a sort of ghostly ripple that can stand beside me in battle. Much more sophisticated than a simple attack, it is perhaps better thought of as a kind of ‘shadow of the soul’ that can act in tandem with me. The name I gave to it, in truth, is the name many in Hell know me by: Merciless Savior.”“It appears your time in Hell hasn’t diminished your skills any.” Zelos notes. “That will prove… beneficial.”>A. All right, let’s regroup and properly formulate a plan. No telling when Yalbadoth might strike>B. Is that something your father taught you himself, or something you developed on your own?>C. If you don’t mind my asking, how exactly did you fall in battle against him?>D. Something else?
>>6049081>D. Thank you for taking the time to apply for the God-Dad Deposer position.>We have reviewed your application and have decided to move forward with other candidates whose self-discipline and morality more closely align to this role.>We appreciate your interest in Rebellion and encourage you to keep your eye out for future opportunities in your next life. If you want to stay in the loop with Rebellion, follow us on KingKai and Crystalball.>Best of luck,>Rebellion Against Yalbadoth
>>6049081>A. All right, let’s regroup and properly formulate a plan. No telling when Yalbadoth might strike>C. If you don’t mind my asking, how exactly did you fall in battle against him?
>>6049081>A. All right, let’s regroup and properly formulate a plan. No telling when Yalbadoth might strike>D. Mafuba this guy, let him out only when he's needed.
>>6049081>>6049095That works!
>>6049095Damnit, scratch that, sorry.>>6049097It's not in Izumi's pastebin.
>>6049081>>6049095Changing D to>D. We're not just letting a guy from hell, with the power to blow up continents with his fingies, just walk around willy nilly. Sneak an Ofuda Seal onto his back somehow, pat him on the back and play up how we're impressed with him.
>>6049081I think >>6049086 might be too real to get supportSo I'll be changing to>C. If you don’t mind my asking, how exactly did you fall in battle against him?>D. Ask Zelos telepathically, "Mister Zelos, from that display, I think I have a better idea of Ryuno's character. Was the disagreement with his father the only reason he was sent to hell?">>6049114And supporting, anything to curb him from running wild is good.
Maybe before we throw seals on him and such, we could ask him to behave? Guy only has one day in the realm of the living, I'm sure he doesn't want to mess things up with this one shot, his one opportunity.
>>6049123His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavyThere's vomit on his sweater already, mom's spaghettiHe's nervous, but on the surface he looks calm and readyto drops bombs, but he keeps on forgettingwhat he wrote down, the whole crowd goes so loudHe opens his mouth but the words won't come outHe's chokin, how? Everybody's jokin nowThe clock's run out, time's up, over - BLAOW!Snap back to reality, OHH! there goes gravity
>>6049081Hit vote:>A & C.>solid 'against' for sealing an ally we deliberately sought outSupport
>>6049139support.
>>6049081>B. Is that something your father taught you himself, or something you developed on your own?>>6049114Supporting sneaking an Ofuda onto him for insurance.
>>6049123>>6049139There are three things we can trust this guy on:1. He is self-described as MercilessWe may want a little mercy.2. He wants to kill YalbadothWe're not out to kill him, just defeat him.3. He puts enough power into his finger beams to blow up continents.Imagine if his opponent dodged?
>>6049145Then we ask him not to do those things instead of trying to do some out of character double cross.
>>6049145>>6049146I have a compromise!>>6049081>D. We ask Ryuno to wear an Ofuda seal because we are so impressed with his power that we have concerns with it, but our goal will be the defeat of Yalbadoth. If he doesn't agree to this condition, we can't let him join us.
>>6049081>>6049149Yeah the works. Supporting the compromise.
>>6049081>B. Is that something your father taught you himself, or something you developed on your own?And I'll back >>6049149
>>6049081>>6049149Supporting.>>6049123You wanted for us to ask him to behave before we slapped a seal on him, right?
>>6049081>Just so you all are aware, image limit has been reached.You can still hyperlink to images and they will embed in the post for us to see.
>>6049178Then you were arguing in bad faith, annnd wasted my time.
>>6049178>>6049180Hey we're compromising right now, let's try to get along till the thread ends okay?
Commissioning something, whoever can answer these first gets a prize!>What color are Peppa's eyes?>What color are Cocoa's eyes?>What color are Izumi's eyes?>What color are Gohan's eyes?>What color are Pantea's eyes?
Next one calls it, I'll give y'all 15 more minutes.
>>6049215>>6049199>>6049199>>6049199The PRIZE!
Rolled 2 (1d2)>>6049215Oh alright. Flipping a coin for it though.1 - Seal or No Deal2 - No-Fuda Allowed
Rolled 8, 12, 4 = 24 (3d20)Hm.
You're welcome Kato, glad I could help Kato
>>6049081There’s definitely something up with this guy, given how he’s spoken, what he’s focused on, and what he’s shown he’s capable of. You would like some kind of insurance that he isn’t gonna just suddenly try backstabbing everyone. As you think over what might prove useful as some insurance like some kind of talisman or seal (and how it would be really convenient if one of you knew something like the Mafuba), Zelos seems to notice the concern on your face.‘I am very familiar with the kind of person that Ryuno was, and still is. Given that he will be using a Day Pass under my perview, I would have the right to revoke it and send him back if he steps out of line.’ the avian Archon tells you. ‘And I have other methods of dealing with him as well.’‘Well… if you’re sure…’ Glancing back at Ryuno, you ask aloud, “If you don’t mind my asking, even with all the power you have, had, how exactly did you fall in battle against him? Is that skill something your father taught you, or something you developed on your own?”Ryuno looks down solemnly. “It was an ability all my own, though based on and developed from some skills my father possesses and taught to me. And how I fell… it was because I was lacking in both power and spirit. After failing again and again to reason with him, I knew that for a better world to exist, that the architect of the current system must be removed. That his system must be broken and remade from the ground up. And that he must be toppled. Yet… in the end I lacked the heart to follow through with it, as the weight of the actions I had to take struck me when presented with an opportunity to take him down. My father lacked such a weakness. While I had managed to set a trap for him, bringing down his many defenses and keeping him occupied fighting off an attack that would have covered the world we were fighting on in an ice age, I could not steel myself in time to properly bring him down. And once he knew I was hesitating… he pierced my heart, paralyzed my body, ensuring I could not fight back as he broke the summoned ice age storm by creating a small star. He then threw me into it and launched the star into space. I met my end in flames, with that star serving as a reminder to what happens to those who defy him.”…Oh. Well. You and Chuu Lee glance at Zelos, who simply nods in acknowledgement. “The star is still out there. ‘Folly of the Son’ is what he named it.”“All right then. We’ll regroup and properly formulate a plan. No telling when Yalbadoth might strike, so we need to be as ready as we can be.” This will be the last chance you get for prep. Best make the most of it.(cont.)
>>6049294>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54… Paused.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for tonight! Thank you all for playing! Did y’all have fun? We’ll be back tomorrow ~6:30 pm PST for one more night of all this. Stay safe out there and see you then!
>>6049294>‘Folly of the Son’Ha!>We confront Yalbadoth and find out the Truth: He's a Comedian!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84lw4ouziF4&list=PLC2FAB5E436F26AB7Thanks for the compromise with the inclusion of those concerns and Izzy lamenting "really no mafuba c'mon," I liked it!See you tomorrow!
>I met my end in flames, with that star serving as a reminder to what happens to those who defy him.”Yalbadoth is an insane fool! But also, that place is an oven, don't go burning our Mahou Knight!>>6049295I had fun! It's been a while since a vote has gotten so contentious.>for one more night of all this.Sooo... on looking into the worlds we're wanting to liberate, will we have time to get that clearer picture next thread or this thread, or are we heading into the climax now?>>6049301https://youtu.be/ZO5qk6ZdlEk?t=115Next thread we need to get a pic with Chiaotzu with a Guy Fawkes face.
>>6049302Oh, we took care of that already?>So, first thing’s first, you get a brief moment to look over some of the liberated worlds, but you end up not spending especially long on them. Zelos for the most part has calmed his people, though the loss of the Consciousness Grid is causing some problems with those that were used to relying on it for guidance, with some very clearly having a… crisis of faith, more or less. That might be something he needs to be wary of. There are those however that seem relieved, less tense, more… free, now that it’s not something hanging over (inside?) their heads.We don't meet any people to care about or fight there. I feel kinda rushed with this arc, I think we should have had a bit more time to explore this place before being thrown at the end of it. It's fun, but there are parts of it I don't care about because it seems like they're not meant to be cared about by design, like these worlds we're trying to liberate and the lack of people on them.
>>6049312>to care about or fight there*or fight for
>>6049312I feel like that's more on us for trying to do so much at once and having to compromise a bit on what gets focus.
>>6049848I agree, all the write-ins we throw at Kato seem like a bunch of breads with only so much butter to spare. Also with a lot of these write-ins being of... Quality? it seems like it'd only take two voters to really take the quest in a direction the others don't want to go in and sneak past the rest if there's a gap between them that others would overlook. And to overturn it, it would need two votes against it, right? Seems like a systemic issue, could we up the amount of supporters needed for a write-in to get through?>>6049301>>6049302Wait a minute guys. The guy im-mortalized immolated + mortalized his son with a pun on "sun." What if that's our in to changing his mind: Laughing at his jokes?https://youtu.be/CIj49_mqcMs?t=561
>>6049312>>6049848I think Izzy could find a reason to fight for pretty quick. Say a former government-ordained protein shake and carb ration clinic gets a complete rebranding by their newly free owner, and it's now a smoothie and cake shoppe! https://www.pixiv.net/artworks/97756401Or Izzy witnesses someone, whose aptitude had been judged by the gods to be the perfect soldier, has now found a passion for making cat videos! Izzy really needs to look into the Memes of this world, DNA of the soul!
>>6049882HMMM...I see the best way to prepare for this gauntlet: We shall eat cakes, watch cat videos, and prepare some jokes to share with Yalbadoth in a clash of Equivalent Exchange!
>>6049893Just like Peppa would say, fight the power!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYFsqzeF5Zg
Waaaaait, this universe might prefer fox videos to cat videos, the same way they might prefer liquor to beer!https://youtu.be/46JgvsaL2wE
>>6049909>Each God of Destruction has gone around their universe and influenced the favorite pet>Universe 6 and 7 own cats>Universe 8 owns foxes>Universe 3 owns robots>and Universe 2 owns... women
Hey guys, I'm very sorry, I'm not gonna be able to run tonight, I keep almost dozing off, and probably shouldn't be running in this condition. We'll wrap this up tomorrow, ~6:30 pm PST, hopefully with no other problems.See y'all then, and stay safe out there.
>>6049928See you! Have this: https://youtu.be/zulh3l3fmHA
>>6049928Thanks for letting us know, looking forward to tomorrow!>>6049882>a former government-ordained protein shake and carb ration clinicSeems like a Universe 10 thing?https://www.youtube.com/shorts/pEgbXTCVHpk?feature=share
>>6049928Hope you rest well boss
>>6049943>Universe 10>the MachoverseMaybe Zamasu turned out the way he did because he was assigned to the wrong universe? Perhaps going to one with more tea parties would give him some peace of mind.
>>6050566Eh, that's like a missionary wanting to do work in Orlando, Florida. Supreme Kais have to work with what they're given. Look at how much was lumped on Shin and He didn't go anywhere!Hey Kato how much say do the Supreme Kais get on how their Universe is versus the GoD? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RO10s_HK6d0&t=47s
>>6049928>I keep almost dozing off, and probably shouldn't be running in this condition.https://i.imgur.com/GMv7DXM.pngHands on the keyboard, missy!if mister is the masculine of missy, then buster is the masculine of
>>6050572Varies from universe to universe, generally more positive, some are assholes about it. Roh for example is haughty and prideful of his universe but will be underhanded in how he tries to get it to work, and will berate those he sees as failing to live up to his standards, even his GoD counterpart Sidra.Anyway, I think I'm better tonight, just gonna try to wrap all this up. We're back:>>6049295You’re all once more gathered together at Hearts’ little secret base, with you and your multi-form copy reunited, 16 having spent the time watching over the area and interacting with locals some. So you have some idea on what Yalbadoth will do: lure out Hearts with an ultimatum, try something to trap and beat him, all the while keeping everyone else occupied. This will likely involve the use of the other Archons brought back with Day Passes. And while it hasn’t been said out loud, you and Zelos are pretty sure something’s got control of Hado’s body or mind or something and is waiting for its chance to make its own move. Would be exceptionally bad if that moment were in the middle of combat.On the plus side, you have everyone aware of these things in addition to Ryuno on your team, who more likely than not knows more about how Yalbadoth ticks than anyone else here.What to do…?>A. Try to set up some teams or at least a plan to deal with the returning Archons. High chance of them being spread out to keep everyone else occupied, so you’ll need some method of countering that>B. You really need a solid way to deal with Yalbadoth, that’s what needs the most focus so far>C. Really should try to nip this in the bud, see if you can somehow confront Hado, or the thing that’s hitching a ride in his head>D. See what 16 has observed back here, might be good to get his takes since he wasn’t doing much fighting out there>E. Something else?
>>6050612>pretty sure something’s got control of Hado’s body or mind or something and is waiting for its chance to make its own move.I don't wish to be aware of this IC. I feel I was tricked into going along with it. Can we please retcon it to where we aren't aware?>C. "Hey Hado you're not possessed, right? Right.">D. See what 16 has observed back here, might be good to get his takes since he wasn’t doing much fighting out there
>>6050612Also might be a bit late but are we allowed to tell Ryuno "No" on coming with us? His sob story about his attempted patricide came off as manipulative.
>>6050612Well, scattered Archons can't do a lot to force us to act on them on just a day pass, so I think laser focus on the head of the snake is crucial.>B.>C.
>>6050612>C. Really should try to nip this in the bud, see if you can somehow confront Hado, or the thing that’s hitching a ride in his head>D. See what 16 has observed back here, might be good to get his takes since he wasn’t doing much fighting out there>E. Something else?"Ryuno, you must have had a lot of time imagining how this will turn out. Care to work with me in some image training against Yalbadoth to prepare us both?"
>>6050626I guess this E. is really just a reworked B. but I'll stand by it. It might not be what you had in mind for B.
>>6050612>B. You really need a solid way to deal with Yalbadoth, that’s what needs the most focus so far>E. Come up with material for jokes to exchange with him, a "Battle of the Minds" if there ever was one!>F. You've been rushing and training this whole time you've been here, take a day off to not just get to know these worlds, learn to love them.
>>6050626Let's not. The less time we spend with Ryuno the better.
>>6050612How tall are Cocoa, Izumi, and Pantea in relation to each other?>A. Try to set up some teams or at least a plan to deal with the returning Archons. High chance of them being spread out to keep everyone else occupied, so you’ll need some method of countering thatHonestly I don't see what the point is in having them return if you're going to spread them out again, just have them be the Elite Four guarding Yaldaboth if you want to show them off.
>>6050612>D. See what 16 has observed back here, might be good to get his takes since he wasn’t doing much fighting out thereBacking >>6050632 since the last place we need to be is inside that guy's head seeing something he doesn't want us to.
>>6050612>High chance of them being spread out to keep everyone else occupied, so you’ll need some method of countering thFor real? Why can't we fight them all at once?
>>6050612>you and your multi-form copy reunited,Please tell me we aren't skipping over what the multi-form copy experienced?
>>6050661Yeah sometimes what you want to focus on gets no focus and what you don't want to focus on will get focused on super hard because you thought someone was making a joke but it was a serious comment they put in a spoiler for some reason.>>6050612>>6050631Supporting the E, sorry about the F. F
>>6050612>A. Try to set up some teams or at least a plan to deal with the returning Archons. High chance of them being spread out to keep everyone else occupied, so you’ll need some method of countering that>C. Really should try to nip this in the bud, see if you can somehow confront Hado, or the thing that’s hitching a ride in his head>Just because he's a robot doesn't mean he'll be hostile. Two of our besties are machines. Approach him with an intent to talk and ask if he believes the Archons are the best fit for this world's mortals going forward.>>6050616Heeeyyy: we don't need to like Ryuno, we just need to use him for a day!>>6050626Supporting, we can get more of a sense for Ryuno's capabilities and limits in case those become extremely relevant.>>6050631Supporting! Izzy gotta take some time to do Izzy things so she can recharge. Bring on the memes and cat videos!https://cdn.donmai.us/original/9f/13/__anlucea_dragon_quest_and_1_more_drawn_by_kosuga_kumi__9f13dd5b35594bd83079a9e8f740d78b.png
Angry. Find something better to do with your time. You're not as subtle as you think.
>>6050612>>6050690>Just because he's a robot doesn't mean he'll be hostile. Two of our besties are machines. Approach him with an intent to talk and ask if he believes the Archons are the best fit for this world's mortals going forward.Support.
>>6050690>>6050697>Bring on the memes and cat videos!It worked with Giru. We could try it with Hado?>>6050612>>6050631Adding onto the F>Show Hado's passenger the wonders of the internet so it will want to be a real boy.
>>6050692>Everyone, please do not engage with him.Just filter him.
>>6050702>Show Hado's passenger the wonders of the internet so it will want to be a real boy.Nah, Hado's at that age. We don't need the robot getting too much into wanting to be a real boy because of the internet's wonders.Next thing you know he'll break bad and go to shady bars! https://youtu.be/zr7e7uftWdk&t=114
>>6050692Hi Hira~>How tall are Cocoa, Izumi, and Pantea in relation to each other?What's your impression?
>>6050612Support this >>6050623
>>6050612>>6050675Backing.
Rolled 11, 1, 11 = 23 (3d20)Okay. Real quick while I'm still able to stay conscious. Roll me 3d20, best of three, DC is 14 for the first, 15 for the last two. Last roll of the thread.
>>6050612>A. Try to set up some teams or at least a plan to deal with the returning Archons. High chance of them being spread out to keep everyone else occupied, so you’ll need some method of countering that>C. Really should try to nip this in the bud, see if you can somehow confront Hado, or the thing that’s hitching a ride in his head
Rolled 11, 20, 14 = 45 (3d20)>>6050753Thanks for running!
Rolled 16, 2, 10 = 28 (3d20)>>6050753
Rolled 10, 11, 15 = 36 (3d20)>>6050753TFR, Kato!
Rolled 15, 3, 2 = 20 (3d20)>>6050757>>6050758>>6050759Okay. Passed both. Good job guys. Gonna pass out now, and we'll wrap all this up tomorrow. Thanks for playing, and stay safe out there.
>>6050760Rest well boss
>>6050760Your quest still has a lot of ideas that stick with me, and enough of them do that I wish to explore and share them in that spinoff. I hope you will read it someday, even though it'd be a pretty great "fuck you" to ignore it forever.And yes, like Hira said, I'm wasting my time commissioning a piece, something I hope will be the OP image for Super. I have no clue how I'm going to submit it to you, but maybe someone else will repost it?It's not like some Grand Gesture will make up for it all at any rate, but it's my selfish desire to have something made which you may like but also hate that it was from me. And I still do gotta get you those Izzy faces. As a substitute till then, >>6049882>https://www.pixiv.net/artworks/97756401Once you figure out how to use Japanese Tags, this site is a treasure trove of Anlucea faces, or any other anime character you want.
>>6050760Much appreciated you're taking the time to get your sleep in. Waiting warmly!
sorryy it took so longh to get this out>>6050612So, most everyone are trying to think over the teams that could best match against the Archons, since there’s a high chance of them being spread out to keep everyone occupied, while Yalbadoth attempts to trap Hearts. You do listen in with it, but you have a different focus: Yalbadoth himself. Which leads to a little something you think might actually work in your favor…“A battle of the minds?” Hearts says aloud in slight surprise yet approving curiosity.You nod your head. “Exactly. For all the tremendous power he supposedly wields, for all that he’s plotted for, for all he’s willing to do for the sake of his goals, he might not be fully prepared for something based purely in wit. He’s got a strong ego, right?”“Always has.” Ryuno confirms.“An ego the size of a planet is a better descriptor.” Hearts adds in.“He’s seen the results of his actions, and feels them justified. Worlds have genuinely advanced beyond what they were before.” Zelos comments.“At a cost.” 16 speaks up. Hearts looks at him knowingly, while Zelos keeps a neutral expression. “For all that things have progressed, for as well as a kind of peace was kept, it came at the cost to those under the rule of the system Yalbadoth put in place.”“The flaws in this system have been demonstrated to me.” the avian Archon says plainly.“I take it you’ve used this as an opportunity to actually talk with the people we’ve helped?” Hearts questions with a bit of a smirk.“I have. Even if your belief in what you are doing is as strong as you say, it is not as if your own methods are without consequences.” 16 states. “I’ve observed, I’ve talked, I’ve seen the positives and the negatives.”“Hey, I’m all ears too. I only got some brief looks at the end results myself. You weren’t fighting with the rest of us, but you were doing a lot nonetheless.” you say with a little curiosity in your voice.(cont.)
>>6051407“Hearts is correct in one thing. Without the threats of the Archons hanging over their heads, people are more open, more free. But not all will choose to use that freedom well.” 16 begins, crossing his arms. “Even here, there are those that feel lost and without purpose in life, now that they have seen the Archons as just as fallible and mortal as themselves. The priestess Sutina, you know her, correct?” he questions Hearts.He just gives a simple nod. “That I do. She’s the one that manages this world’s main temple.”“The pyramid that we noticed upon ariving here.” 16 clarifies. “A quarter of the other priests and officials formerly under her have turned to criminal activities, no longer feeling bound by laws and traditions that they lived under for most of their lives. She herself still tries to serve the people of this world, but so many of those she thought of as upstanding people, to say nothing of her prior faith in the plan the Archons had to improve this world being shattered, has clearly put significant strain on her.”Hearts though nods again. “I accept this whole-heartedly. I understand that there are those that only held back their worst impulses through fear of punishment or faith in the Archons. Crime is on the rise. I still see it preferable to living under the iron-fisted rule of tyrannical gods. Because you have seen more than just that, haven’t you?”“That I have.” 16 admits. “In the same light, I followed a man by the name of Jilberto, also a priest, and one of lower rank. An exorcist of sorts that worked to quell restless spirits… a task that I was told, and eventually saw directly, could involve literally wrestling the spirit out of the place they were residing, be it a possessed person or haunted place. A task he requested my aid for.” There’s a blank expression on 16’s face, with a slight shake of his head and… you swear you can hear Spanish Guitar in the back of your mind. Still, he continues, “A task that was far, far more common prior to Hearts’ rebellion. Many more people passed on with strong, lingering regrets, unwilling to move on because of fear of not measuring up while in life, fear of punishment for failing to ‘improve’ sufficiently. After? They decreased substantially. And he was… happy about that. Happy because he less frequently had to deal with so many suffering souls.”“And that is what I am fighting for.” Hearts declares. “Legions of passing souls fearful they did not do enough to better themselves while alive? Where they cannot feel peace even in death? That’s what the Archons wrought. And that’s what I want mortals to be free from.”(cont.)
>>6051409“All well an’ good, but what’ll you do when yer done with this?” Sala inquires. “Jus’ sit back, relax, take up a hobby beyond bustin’ heads?”“She’s got a point.” Hado states. “Perhaps you could still continue to do good by… perhaps confiscating some of their more dangerous weaponry and powers so they don’t fall into the wrong hands?”…Oh. Ohhhhh. You think you get it now.“Eyyy, there ya go!” Sala cheers. “Jus’ like how the ol’ big brainy bird here let me hold on to his sword.”Zelos kinda pouts a little, and you notice Ryuno give a genuinely surprised look as she holds it up, in a shorter knife form. Hado though has his eyes on it, watching as Sala flips it in the air a couple times to show off, with him approaching casually. And on the third attempt, he almost makes a grab for it.You stop his hand. “Hey, hey, remember, Zelos entrusted it to her, not you.” you comment, making it seem rather casual and calm, but giving him a look that says clear as day “I know what you’re trying to do.”…And Sala barely manages to catch it as it falls. “Oi! The hell ya doing, Hado?”“You were being careless.” he replies casually, trying to keep his cover.“Izumi has a point, young man.” Zelos states. “Just because she was showing off-” His eyes narrow at her. “-doesn’t mean you can just make a grab for it.”He holds his hands up to try and show no ill will. “All right, all right.”You and Zelos look to one another. Might be the best chance to nip this in the bud, before it becomes a problem. “Sounds like you’re at least on the same page as Hearts though, you wanna ensure that something like this isn’t easily repeatable, because you don’t think the Archons have the best of intentions for the mortals of this universe in mind. Am I wrong?”“It’s just a reasonable thing to do, especially since as was pointed out, there are those that have taken to less savory actions with the defeat of some. Potentially powerful ones, or at least ones that might have the ambition to carve out a bit of the worlds for themselves, that’d seek out something to claim a form of legitimacy, either through symbolic means… or through force.”Sala raises an eyebrow at him. “…Guess that makes sense. Surprised ya thought through so much of this.”(cont.)
>>6051411He rubs the side of his head, a brief flinch in his eye. That’s when you manage to hit him… the “him” that’s in Hado’s head (if it even is a “him” to begin with), that is, with something he wasn’t expecting, ‘We don’t have to be enemies, Promethean Chronicler. Yeah it sounds like you’re just voicing what you want to do eventually, but maybe you’re more on the money than you think. Wanna hear me out?’There’s a pause, Hado’s expression hard to read. Yet after a beat, you get a telepathic reply… with a voice that is very, very much not his:‘I am listening.’https://youtu.be/Px_lDalmN08?si=neuo3lyGoo_4JzGu>IZZY AND NUMBER 19 SOCIAL LINK 4: COMPLETE!>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #54 END.>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I canAll right folks, that’s all for this thread! Thank you all for sticking around for so long! Did y’all have fun? Sorry we’ve had so many interruptions. I’ll be trying to take better care of my health, though that might mean no new thread for a while. My apologies for that. Stay safe out there and see you all next time!
>>6051412Thanks for keeping on!I have two questions for you, might get more, but these came first:This thread you did a lot of twists that were seen as very unlikely references but were woven together in an intricate rug. Did we ever manage to pull that rug out from under you?I wanna play you at Budokai Tenkaichi 4. Which platform are you getting Budokai Tenkaichi 4 on?
>>6051411>"Izumi has a point, young man.” Zelos states.You birdbrain! >saying our full name around Ryuno who only knows as us Princess IzzyThe OPSEC on this mission is a shitshow...Thanks for running! All this lore and build-up has me wanting to see the next thread already! But there were a lot of times this thread where people said they had meant to do one thing but another thing happened, but the only thing for it is a "Sorry." It keeps happening, so instead of falling down stairs all next thread is there a way we can format write-ins better for you?
>>6051515Given that most previous threads tended to go by fairly smoothly, even with some elaborate write-ins, I don't think the write-ins are the problem, but having some more clarity in what is actually part of the write in shouldn't be too hard to accomplish.Like, this:>E. Something Else?>"Giru, world's smallest violin for that sob story."Gets tone, intent, and dialogue across fairly succinctly.Likewise this:>E. "Giru, world's smallest violin for that sob story."Is basically the same thing.However, something like this:>E. Something else?>Do not believe his lies!"Giru, world's smallest violin for that sob story.">Go look up new memes on the internetKinda does a few different directions, might include dialogue or just a small joke, and makes it harder to harmonize. Keeping it succinct would best help with how write-ins can be understood better.
>>6051887snrkI'll try to keep that in mind although it's a bit awkward to balance making a joke with explaining what you mean with it. I guess that is the kicker, making a joke that the QM and other players Get without having to explain it.
>>6051891Then again I was serious with that dance so it wasn't a joke? Yeah, I needed to be more obvious about teasing so people could see it plain and those opposed to it could shut it down from the get-go.>>6051887I find it kinda funny to play Sansa to his Daenerys, just stonewalling his attempts to polish his image, but to be honest I don't know what to think of Ryuno yet. So my plan with the unknown is to trust him to help us along only as far as we can get to chucking him at his dad. We only have his word and Zelos' desperation to go off of, so we could do with more character witnesses since the title of "Savior" sounds way better when other people call you it.It has been a while since we've been suspicious of someone this hard and we've kept them at arms length, so it'll be interesting to see how that plays out aaand we're trying to talk things out with Possessed Hado. Izzy, why you ackin so cray cray?
