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  1. #1
    Forn Clakes's Avatar


    Around the Freehold, the rumours start to spread to those with the ears to just listen, to stop and quirk an eyebrow at the news. The Long Midnight, some undesirables, out-of-towners, basically criminals of a mid-level scale, have put out the word. Some guy, a Fairest it seems, goes by the name of Tommy Cook has stolen some of their product. They want it back, simple, and they want him, you know, to have a little talk with.

    Thing is, they don't want to dirty their own hands. Either that or they understand how dangerous it could be to cross the boundary into the Freehold when there are folk like Big Swilla and Marcus Evan on the lookout. Hence, the rumours. Payment? Certainly, and with interest to those who step up. Once this Fairest is persuaded to leave the Freehold, they are to meet in Discovery Park.

    Apparently, someone will be waiting.

    For now, the only information those interested have is that Tommy Cook hangs out east of the Freehold, around the Glenn Hall park area. Its late as the end of Summer slowly makes way for the beginning of Autumn. Its just around the corner and to show, the dusk comes quicker than it has been. The park itself has a few people lingering but all the families and kiddies and headed home. Those who remain...well, who knows what they're up to.

    Please narrate your entrance to the area with an Intelligence + Streetwise roll. Any dots in Allies (Criminals) can be added to the roll

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  3. #2
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    Aaron van Valen
    Aaron van Valen

    Dragon Lord

    Yeah yeah, Lucy came to the West Coast to change her life. She never planned to pick up criminal-related business so soon, but hey, a girl's gotta eat. So don't judge her. Her ears are always open for interesting jobs, and she's good at working for others. She can clean up a mess, deliver a message, simple tasks. She's no leader of the maffia, but she can handle her shit.

    Usually.

    She's made no promises yet, but the least she can do is find out more about this Tommy Cook. And not unimportantly, see more of Sacramento. She's has no business in parks of her own - except for BBQ's and campfires where allowed - so this is a nice opportunity.

    The Elemental parked her black Volkswagen Beetle nearby to approach the Glenn Hall park area by foot. She's dressed in jeans, a basic white shirt and a leather jacket. Her mask is not hardened, after all, there may be other Freehold changelings that should be able to recognize her.

    At least I'm obviously no Tommy. Though I excel at cooking things - to keep myself from boredom with bad puns... she thinks, with a smile, while she waits. She carries a small purse with some basic equipment and girl stuff. Thus she starts lingering, endlessly clicking her metal lighter.

    Open. Click. Close. Click.

      1 success
    Date Action Roll Result
    2014-09-02 15:47:24 Lucy rolls 4 to Int + Streetwise (10 Again) 3, 9, 7, 1 1 success
    Not a native speaker - always aiming to improve

  4. #3
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    Cross

    Antonio Escobar parked his non-descript little car outside the park, zipping his jacket up as he exited the vehicle and locked it. Phone? Fully charged and silent. Rumour mill? Fully charged and going. He had his ear to the street, like always.

    After all, he was no young fella, here to be punked. He may not know these streets yet, but he knew what he was about. And there was always the Boss to consider. He wouldn't want to fuck it up and miss a good opportunity.

    Cortes had a reputation to uphold, after all.

    The swirling, heady Mantle of the Spring Courtier floated about him as he made his way into the park. It didn't take him long to find another like him. The Girl on Fire -- except she was no Jennifer Laurence. She certainly had the vibe of a tough one about her, didn't she?

    "Hola," he said gently, cordially, fixing her with his deadly, subtle smile. After all, she didn't look like a Tommy. Perhaps she was here for a similar reason as him.

    Or perhaps she was here in the darkness of the park, desiring something else.

    He wasn't opposed.

    Equipment listed here, along with a relevant roll.


      2 sux
    Date Action Roll Result
    2014-09-02 14:55:12 Antonio Escobar rolls 8 to Forn's Requested Roll (Int+SW+A if any) (10 Again) 4, 10, 5, 6, 4, 4, 5, 9, 3 2 successes

  5. #4
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    Milo Chernobog

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    Milo smiled as he walked through Glenn Hall. The sun was falling, and the darkness began to descend on the Shadowsoul like a warm blanket on a cold night. In truth this was not the type of work Milo had been hoping for as a new arrival to the city, but bills being what they are he decided to take one last ride on this particular horse.

    The Fairest came dressed as he thought appropriate. Dark Grey T-shirt, black hoodie and jeans, with an old pair of black boots that suggested he couldn't wait to disappear into the night.

    Fortunately that wasn't the plan yet. For now he went to look for the other Fairest, Mr Cook or some such. He scanned the area and finally caught the pair of changelings as they were about to start a conversation. One was male, and most certainly a Fairest as well so he approached.

    "Good evening to you both." He said with an incline of his head upon his approach. "May I inquire what brings you to the area?"

      Faaaaaaiiiiiiil
    Date Action Roll Result
    2014-09-02 19:00:48 Milo Chernobog rolls 3 to Int+SW (10 Again) 7, 7, 2 failure

  6. #5
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    FrereSebastian

    It wasn't too long after Jeffrey arrived in Sacramento that he began speaking with the more seedy element of the city. Hey, it helped him escape his life from before it was taken, now they just had sentimental value and there were still opportunities for employment.

    Which leads us to this Tommy Cook bozo. The Long Midnight want him out, so they need some muscle to convince this guy to do so. Apparently this Fairest hangs out at Glenn Hall Park, so that's where Jeffrey was. Jeffrey was dressed in a black shirt, dark jeans and a navy blue hoody. The Ogre moved around, just keeping his eye out for Changelings.

    Seeing the two Fairest and the Elemental speaking with each other, Jeffrey thought that the best thing would be to make his presence known. Four Changelings in this area probably meant a posse, though he was a little annoyed that he would have to share the prize of catching this asshole.

    "Hello." He says with a toothy grin. "Are we all here to party?" The ogre wasn't speaking to anyone directly, he was simply making conversation.

      1 suxx
    Date Action Roll Result
    2014-09-03 09:10:17 Jeffrey rolls 4 to (Int+SW) (10 Again) 2, 9, 2, 7 1 success

  7. #6
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    C_Lloyd

       Int + Streetwise
    Date Action Roll Result
    2014-09-03 11:36:14 Krumm rolls 1 to Int + Streetwise (10 Again) 1 failure
    It had been a while since Krumm had a chance to walk the streets of Sacramento. So many things had changed in just a year - new businesses, new people, neighborhoods have risen and fallen in prestige. Unfortunately for him, that meant that he could barely make his way around the city anymore. Somewhere he took a wrong turn and ended up in the exact wrong part of town.

    Even so, Krumm wasn't overly bothered. Getting to learn his home once more would be a benefit for him in the long run. He only hoped he wouldn't run into any problems while here. But then, he had heard the rumors... was this the part of town that the Long Midnight's bounty was hiding out in?

    If that were the case, Krumm was not surprised to see a group of the Lost here. Instead, he approached the group, nodding at Jeffery in greeting. "Hello, " he said to his fellow summer courtier before stopping to silently greet the others. "This can't be a coincidence."

  8. #7
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    As the group seemed to converge on each other, neither Krumm or Milo had managed to find out anything other than the rumours of the Long Midnight and Tommy Cook. It was most probably getting used to the city. Jefferey and Lucy had slightly better luck. Jefferey, the Ogre of Summer, had heard that this Tommy guy was nothing really to worry about, a down and out nobody. Lucy had heard similar things. Antonio, with his connections, had picked up that Tommy had been a long-time drug addict who had recently begun to have some remarkable highs and some devastating lows.

  9. #8
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    Aaron van Valen
    Aaron van Valen

    Dragon Lord

    'Hola, señor,' Lucy says with a smile, inspecting the fairest from top to toe. Phew. Indeed muy caliente. But she doesn't even have a chance to start a conversation before she sees other Changelings in the corner of her eyes. So the Elemental waits a second until they're all together.

    When the last arrival comes within earshot, she speaks. 'Good evening guys.' Lucy looks around, noticing she's surrounded by men. As usual. So she makes sure she stays a bit closer to Antonio. He looks the least like a monster and...

    You've got to be kidding me, he even smells perfect.

    That's something for later. Tommy Cook is now the topic of conversation. 'I think we're indeed here "to party", how fun.' She says it dryly but a mischievous smile crosses her face.

    'I don't know if you all know each other - but I'm new here. So,' she makes a short waving gesture, 'I'm Lucy Morgan.'
    Not a native speaker - always aiming to improve

  10. #9
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    Cross

    She totally wanted him.

    It was okay. He got that a lot, when he got noticed. Antonio Escobar had that brooding sexy thing going on, and he knew it. He couldn't draw attention in a crowd to save his fucking life, he knew that too. But Lucy Morgan? She was looking right at him. She'd noticed.

    He killed her with her smile, and thought about how much fun it might be to go have a little siesta back at the hacienda. The Spring Courtier ran his fingers through his lustrous hair and slid his hands into his pockets, Hardening.

    The Mask, that is. The red, almost daemonic-influenced tinge to his skin disappeared as Glamour hid his Mein from view, leaving the handsome Latino gentleman in its place.

    "I don't know anybody here yet, either. Antonio Escobar is my name. Pleased to meet you all." He flashed the smile to everyone equally, then lowered his voice. "Time to conceal yourselves, amigos."

    Changelings knew Changelings on sight, and if this Changeling knew that Lost wanted him? Then he'd probably rabbit. Antonio had different plans. He knew things about TomTom. Knew his vices. Knew what he liked...

    ...and knew how to get him good and vulnerable. Violence wouldn't even be necessary. Desires could be insidious and betray the one who had them. Especially when they clashed with Antonio Escobar's desire to get paid.

    "The man we are looking for is a drug addict," he explained quietly to the circle. "High highs, low lows. We shall see how he is when the time comes. Shall we go for a walk and see what we can see?"

    -1G for Hardening.

  11. #10
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    Milo Chernobog

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    A slight nod acknowledges those that entered the conversation after Milo. "My name is Milo Chernobog, and it is likewise a pleasure." He says to no one in particular before turning to Antonio.

    "Good idea." The Shadowsoul says as the shadows lift from him and color rushes back into his hands and cheeks, if not his rather drab clothing. "Would you happen to know what type of drug he prefers? If the drug is addictive it would only be a matter of time before he seeks out his dealer once more. A dealer I might be able to help find."

    Milo offers the group a soft smile as his hands rest on his front pants pockets. He loved knowing people. A few phone calls and everyone else was doing all the work for you, you just needed a little bit of grunt work to get the process started. And Milo totally didn't start scanning the group again at that particular point in his thoughts.

    -1 Glamour to Harden the Mask

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