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  1. #1
    Yumyumcrow's Avatar
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    PRE

    The circle is prepared. Sawdust is splashed over gravel and the lightly constructed cane swords are presented to the two contestants.

    Once the two Kindred are ready, Stax formally leads them into the circle. He will bow to both and then retreat across the cordon where he encourages the others to gather and watch.

    MELEE DUELS

    No Discipline use allowed.

    The wooden swords are of a light construction, granting a +2B bonus to Weaponry rolls. However, they are particularly flimsy and if an e-sux (5+ successes) are achieved on a roll, the weapon will shatter in a profusion of woody shards. A shattered sword offers no Equipment Bonus.

    Swords are not replaced till the end of the match.

    You may take penalties if you wish to reflect your character pulling their blows.

    Duels are ended when one of the contestants starts taking Lethal damage, leaves the combat arena or else yields to their opponent.



  2. #2
    Robert Cross's Avatar

    Robert Cross
    Presence
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    Obfuscate
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    Status
    (Criminals)
    Robert Cross

    Nosferatu | Lancea Sanctum


    Nosferatu Curse: Cross has obviously been badly burned in the past with visible scars to prove it, and is that a faint smell of burnt hair and skin?

    -1
    NOS
    2
    PRE

    Cross accepts his sword and follows Stax into the circle, offering their host a nod of thanks as he retreats from the ring.

    Balancing the wooden implement in his hand, he gives his fellow Haunt a half-amused look.

    "Shall we, Brother Longstreet?"

      Initiative 6
    Date Action Roll Result
    2017-09-26 07:25:33 Robert Cross rolls 1 die for initiative 1

  3. #3
    R
    Robert Longstreet

    Up to a point, Longstreet's actions mirror those of Cross. He accepts the sword, steps into the circle and sends Stax away with a nod. But then things take a whole different turn.

    "You bet!" He exclaims, taking no time to appraise the wooden thing or return his cousin's amused look. Although they probably do look a bit funny. Longstreet plunges into his opponent like a boulder.

      Initiative 15
    Date Action Roll Result
    2017-09-26 14:16:11 Robert Longstreet rolls 1 die for initiative 9


    No finesse. No technique. Just one brutal swipe.

      3 successes
    Date Action Roll Result
    2017-09-26 14:23:57 Robert Longstreet rolls 8 to Fencing (Str 3 + Weaponry 1 + Weapon 2 + All Out Attack 2) (10 Again) 7, 3, 10, 4, 7, 8, 3, 8, 6 3 successes

    Longstreet makes an All Out Attack, his Defense of 1 doesn't apply in this turn. The attack roll doesn't include Cross' Defense - if I shouldn't make it before knowing what to include, please disregard/treat as failure

  4. #4
    Robert Cross's Avatar

    Robert Cross
    Presence
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    (Emergency Services)
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    (Criminals)
    Robert Cross

    Nosferatu | Lancea Sanctum


    Nosferatu Curse: Cross has obviously been badly burned in the past with visible scars to prove it, and is that a faint smell of burnt hair and skin?

    (Heal 2 Bashing)Vitae 1 Spent
    -1
    NOS
    2
    PRE

    Cross doesn't flinch away from the Thug's brutal, but awkward, attack.

    In fact, he smiles, and then delivers a blow of his own. Not as hard, perhaps, but just as effective.

    And even as he's moving, Cross is willing the Blood to do its work, to heal what damage Longstreet has done.

      2 successes
    Date Action Roll Result
    2017-09-26 14:46:06 Robert Cross rolls 7 to Str3 + Weapn2 + Wood2 (10 Again) 4, 10, 6, 5, 8, 1, 6, 5 2 successes

    Cross's defense is 2. Sorry for not noting it earlier. Subtracting two from the right of Longstreet's previous roll/attack, he's left with 2 success. Which Cross heals.

  5. #5
    R
    Robert Longstreet

    Longstreet's next swing hits Cross' side, but is hardly enough to wipe that smug smile from his face. On the other hand, the Bishop's just now noticed the numb pain in his right arm - definitely courtesy of the Burned Man.

      1 success
    Date Action Roll Result
    2017-09-26 16:48:04 Robert Longstreet rolls 6 to Fencing (Str 3 + Weaponry 1 + Weapon 2 + All Out Attack 2 - Defense 2) (10 Again) 5, 9, 6, 5, 2, 5 1 success


    Should've stocked up on the tomato juice before this he thinks, preparing for Cross' next strike

  6. #6
    Robert Cross's Avatar

    Robert Cross
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    (Criminals)
    Robert Cross

    Nosferatu | Lancea Sanctum


    Nosferatu Curse: Cross has obviously been badly burned in the past with visible scars to prove it, and is that a faint smell of burnt hair and skin?

    -1
    NOS
    2
    PRE

    Smug? No, not smug.

    Vicious.

    That's a better word for it. And terrible, given the way his scars are twisted by that grin.

    Though it's true, he barely feels Longstreet's blow. And Cross's counter? It's savage. A quick, downward cut to the Thug's collarbone.

      4 successes
    Date Action Roll Result
    2017-09-26 17:14:15 Robert Cross rolls 7 to Str3 + Weapn2 + Wood2 (10 Again) 6, 10, 9, 9, 1, 10, 4, 7, 4 4 successes

    Didn't subtract defense, as I see you rolled for an all out attack again.

  7. #7
    R
    Robert Longstreet

    There's a roar of pain as Cross' weapon slams into Longstreet's bone. Pushing away the static he realizes there's no way he's going to win. But he can at least get points for trying.

      1 success
    Date Action Roll Result
    2017-09-26 17:25:34 Robert Longstreet rolls 6 to Fencing (Str 3 + Weaponry 1 + Weapon 2 + All Out Attack 2 - Defense 2) (10 Again) 9, 2, 5, 7, 5, 2 1 success


    Another savage swipe and another connection - a lot of power taken from it, though.

    Reflecing on this night later, Longstreet'd ponder on what mistake he's made during this duel. Eventually, he'd come to the conclusion that he'd made none.
    He just shouldn't get in it in the first place.

    Another (likely last) All Out Attack

  8. #8
    Robert Cross's Avatar

    Robert Cross
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    (Criminals)
    Robert Cross

    Nosferatu | Lancea Sanctum


    Nosferatu Curse: Cross has obviously been badly burned in the past with visible scars to prove it, and is that a faint smell of burnt hair and skin?

    -1
    NOS
    2
    PRE

    Longstreet's roar of pain seems to work some horrible magic on Cross's features. Suddenly his grin becomes a snarl.

    He barely seems to feel the lash of his Brother's sword. Though it's enough to put the Burned Man off balance and he only lands a glancing blow...

      1 success
    Date Action Roll Result
    2017-09-26 17:35:01 Robert Cross rolls 7 to Str3 + Weapn2 + Wood2 (10 Again) 7, 7, 2, 7, 2, 5, 8 1 success

  9. #9
    R
    Robert Longstreet

    An animal-like snarl leaves Cross' mouth.

    This has just gone beyond creepy. The pain of another hit and dishing out one of his own serves as a decent distraction.

      2 successes
    Date Action Roll Result
    2017-09-26 17:58:14 Robert Longstreet rolls 6 to Fencing (Str 3 + Weaponry 1 + Weapon 2 + All Out Attack 2 - Defense 2) (10 Again) 7, 8, 3, 6, 2, 9 2 successes

  10. #10
    Robert Cross's Avatar

    Robert Cross
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    (Criminals)
    Robert Cross

    Nosferatu | Lancea Sanctum


    Nosferatu Curse: Cross has obviously been badly burned in the past with visible scars to prove it, and is that a faint smell of burnt hair and skin?

    -1
    NOS
    2
    PRE

    Longstreet's retort stings, wiping the snarl from his lips.

    His scarred face becomes a mask of concentration as he lets his Brother's blow push him away. Seeming to retreat, only to lash out again at the last moment.

      2 successes
    Date Action Roll Result
    2017-09-26 18:23:29 Robert Cross rolls 7 to Str3 + Weap2 +2Wood (10 Again) 3, 7, 3, 1, 10, 1, 6, 10, 2 2 successes

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