Tales of Alidaire: Armageddon

SOLIDARITY takes 95 Dmg!

HP: 5/100

SOLIDARITY is Burned!

Map Exploration: Resting Place

Location: Marble Forest - Resting Place

Objective: Defeat the Main Activation Unit!

Background: ~Once Serene~

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Alyssia's Limbo's Rest has 4 turns left.

Cerberus's Dark Fortress has 2 turns left.

Lightning's Power Shift has 2 turns left.

Lightning's Elude has 2 turns left.

Terra's Eden has 4 turns left.

Alyssia's The Lovely Bones has 4 turns.

Enemy Phase.

SOLIDARITY is cooling down!

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SOLIDARITY is Burned for 3 turns.

Neutral Phase.

Dakor watched as the activation unit was totaled by the efforts of the group. He felt comfort in the fact that they were doing the forest such a huge favor by taking down the leftover machines. With a heavy heart, he responded once again. "Yes, many of my brethren have succumbed to madness, but perhaps those of us who have remained civil can convince them to go back to the way they were, now that many of the machines have been destroyed. We can work on getting things back on track." A shudder traversed his rigid form before he spoke again. "Since you are the ones, I feel I must tell you: the man you defeated...he is not dead. Something...shrouded in a light I could not see through came to collect the scientist--brought him back from the abyss of true death. When he had recovered, the two disappeared." The treant paused for a moment. "I...I just have a horrible feeling about all of this..."

Dakor waits.

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Player Phase 3!

Alyssia (Bringer of Tragedy) *LIMBO'S REST* *THE LOVELY BONES*
HP: 52/65
MP: 27/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 14
Def: 11
Int: 8
Spr: 8
Evade: 13%
Move: 6 cells

Cerberus (Tragedy's Omen) *DARK FORTRESS*
HP: 75/75
MP: 5/35
DD: 10/10
Atk: 13 --- 14
Def: 9 --- 10 --- 13
Int: 9 --- 10
Spr: 6 --- 7 --- 9
Evade: 3%
Move: 3 cells --- 1 cell

Lightning (Ravager) *ELUDE*
HP: 34/50
MP: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 11 --- 17
Def: 11 --- 13
Int: 8 --- 12
Spr: 10
Evade: 7% --- 32%
Move: 3 cells

Terra (Actor) *EDEN [2]*
HP: 33/45
MP: 28/50
DD: 1/10
Atk: 9
Def: 7 --- 8
Int: 11
Spr: 9 --- 10
Evade: 5%
Move: 3 cells

SOLIDARITY (Main Activation Unit) *KO*

Dakor (Marble Treant)
HP: 80/80
MP: 65/65
DD: --/--
Atk: 11
Def: 6
Int: 3
Spr: 6
Evade: 2%
Move: 2 cells
Trigger Command: Interrogate (Ask target what's going on. Range: Adjacent cell.)

{t} - Marble Tree (cannot be occupied)

Map Exploration: Resting Place

Location: Marble Forest - Resting Place

Objective: Defeat the Main Activation Unit!

Background: ~Once Serene~

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The Main Activation Unit has been defeated!
MAP EXPLORATION COMPLETE!!

EXPERIENCE:

+7 - Main Activation Unit x1
+2 - Player Phase completed less than 10
+2 - No Items used
+2 - No Player Character KO
+2 - No D-Abilities used

TOTAL EXP GAIN: 15

Alyssia: 0/54 --- 15/54
Next Level: 15/54

Cerberus: 21/36 --- 36/36
Level UP!
3 Stat Points gained!
Next Level: 0/54

Lightning: 30/36 --- 45/36
Level UP!
3 Stat Points gained!
Next Level: 9/54

Terra: 17/36 --- 32/36
Next Level: 32/36

Skill Points Awarded!

+1: Cerberus, Lightning
+0: Alyssia, Terra

The Party receives 50 Gold!

No Items found...

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After making sure that the unit was fully disabled, Alyssia flew quickly over to the treant. The unit was a wreck, completely short-circuited by all the electricity and water, not to mention the scorch marks from Cerberus's flames. Alyssia touched ground and gazed curiously at the treant standing before her and the others. "Please tell me you're joking," she stated flatly after a few moments of thinking. "You're saying that nutjob Constantine is wandering around somewhere? Who in their right mind would bring him back?! There must be another nutjob out there that we don't know about." Her rant completed, Alyssia gave off a rather loud huff. The battle with the persistent scientist had been a rough one. What if he started trouble again? They'd be back where they started.

"I'm afraid it's no joke," Dakor replied solemnly, his branches attempting to droop, but their rigidity held strong. "I wish it were. That man brought great evil into these wondrous woods. And now everyone in Amoria is at risk; anyone could be the next victim to his crazy experiments."

"This isn't good." Terra stated, obviously, after a couple minutes, a frown set on his usually bright face. "He's... unstable... lost to the darkness; there's no way we could help him now." He continued rather pessimistically, his eyes shifting towards the wreckage of the activation unit.

"There wasn't any helping him." Lightning spoke up after surveying the damage done to the machine. Not even a single usable part to be found, the entire thing destroyed beyond belief. This marked roughly the fifth time they had fought that type of thing and found nothing salvageable; it was unnerving to say the least.

"And by the sound of it, someone with a very strong light is helping him..." The boy was muttering now, bringing a hand to his chin as he began to ponder something. He stood rather strongly in this position, still muttering to himself. "I doubt anyone of good nature would do such a thing, especially if they were using the light." Terra reasoned after a moment, eyes shifting back to his allies before focusing in on Alyssia. "Is there anyone living down there that has affinity for light? I'm sorry for my ignorance, but I know little of the denizens of Hell."

"Oh boy," Alyssia initially said in response to Terra's question before she realized it might have been a bit rude. "You don't have to apologize; I only said that because there are quite a few denizens of Hell. Remembering some of them brings back other memories," she explained, giving a quaint nervous laugh. Bringing her hand to her mouth and coughing, she cleared her throat as she began. "You wouldn't think it, but yes; there are denizens of Hell that have an affinity for light. The main ones are those who dwell at the Fringe, or the very edges of Hell. We're talking sections that border neutral zones like the Purgatorium and the Eternal Meadows. They're beings like me. They may as well be angels. Most are winged, and none can be truly classified as demons. They mainly keep boundaries as such: boundaries. Those not free to cross are punished. Pursuers are ones that chase down lost souls who seek to escape Hell to reach Purgatorium, as an example." Alyssia thought some more, tapping her foot against the ground.

"Ah, and there are also a small handful of demons who wield light as a mockery to angels and the denizens of Amoria, using their very element against them in a way," she continued to explain. "And there's one more I nearly forgot to mention. There is a demon known as the Star of Hell named Aurea. When called to the realm of man, she will bring the one who summoned her great riches and success. She is mostly called upon by thieves. In return, she feeds on the sorrow and misery felt by those who have their dearest possessions stolen from them. That's how she operates, but she has a great affinity for light, probably the one with the highest affinity for it. She's not known to be very...autonomous. She likes the normality of things; it's not like her to actually plan something grandiose."

Terra's eyes widened at the mention of this Aurea, but they quickly returned to his pondering state at the end of Alyssia's explanation. "Oh..." he sounded rather disappointed that she was not behind this mess "I guess she's not behind this then..." Shaking the thought from his head, he looked slightly offended as he ran Alyssia's explanation through his mind once more. "I can't believe the light would allow them to use it like that..." He sounded hurt for some strange reason, as if by using the light they were also using him.

"I'm not surprised actually." Lightning said harshly, still looking back over the wreckage with distaste. "Demons are like that." It was not like the soldier had experience, but she had been down in Hell prior to their journey into Amoria; she had to of seen some demons during her time down there. "At any rate, we should probably move on." She continued, making her point clear. "He's gone now; I don't think he'll be back here anytime soon."

At this Terra looked like he wanted to say something, but he did not and ended up sighing. Lightning was right, the man was gone even if his experiments might not be fully destroyed. Sticking around was not going to help them get rid of him; not to mention they had the God of Creation waiting on their arrival. "Lightning is correct; Lord Torcrea is awaiting our arrival..." His voice trailed off as he looked over at the wreckage one final time. "As much as I would like to stay behind and check for sure to see if he's around, I don't think we should keep him waiting..."

The treant shook for a moment in protest. "You have done a great justice for this wood regardless, and for that, I believe you should be rewarded," Dakor said quickly. "I believe you may have been looking for this?" The treant began shaking again, only this time, much more violently. Opening his mouth, a low guttural sound escaping from within until the treant coughed sending a strange orb flying out of his mouth and right into Alyssia's hands. "And..." Something fell from the sky; it was a small pouch full of gold. It must have been hanging from one of his branches.

Alyssia was still fumbling the orb, but managed to catch the orb with some luck. "It's no worry. We're just glad we were able to do something for you and your friends and family," Alyssia replied. She was pleased with the rewards, but something inside her seemed to enjoy the fact that the treants would be happier now. "Guess we'll head back to town before setting off for Heaven's Tower. I hope Torcrea doesn't mind out little detour. Something tells me he wouldn't. After all, he's the master of all things involving justice." With that, the group headed back to Diasen to make the final preparations they needed before moving on to their next destination.

The Party receive an Overheated Core!

The Party receives 500 Gold!

The gray sky remained just so. The monochromatic scheme of Diasen had remained the same, making it hard to tell what time it was. The souls of the dead had no need of keeping track of time, it seemed, for they were living on in Amoria for an eternity. Regardless, all the shops were still open, so it was perfect. "Split up for now? Buy away and we'll meet back up at the western exit to the town, okay?" With that, she offered a small wave to her friends before heading off.

~Item Shop~

Herb (Recovers 10 HP upon use) / Gold: 20 / Stock: 2

Mana Shard (Recovers 5 MP upon use) / Gold: 35 / Stock: 0

Antidote (Removes Poison and Severe Poison upon use) / Gold: 30 / Stock: 5

Life Crystal (Revives fallen character with 20% Max HP) / Gold: 150 / Stock: 2

Chest Key (Unlocks treasure chests) / Gold: 120 / Stock: 3

~Weapon Shop~

Sun Blade (Simple sword with a blade that shines with the radiance of the sun. Increases ATK by 2 and INT by 1; equippable by Alyssia) / Gold: 95 / Stock: 1

Bear Trap (Enhancements made to the fangs of a beast to make snapping attacks more painful. Increases ATK by 3; equippable by Cerberus) / Gold: 95 / Stock: 0

Azure Blast (Steel gunblade with an azure flame motif. Increases ATK by 2 and INT by 1; equippable by Lightning) / Gold: 95 / Stock: 1

Brisk Point (Common rapier used among angels for practice fighting. Increases ATK by 2 and INT by 1; equippable by Terra) / Gold: 95 / Stock: 0

~Armor Shop~

Faith Dress (Attire typical of female denizens of Diasen. Increases DEF and SPR by 2; equippable by Alyssia) / Gold: 120 / Stock: 0

Copper Plates (Heavy plates constructed to armor a large beast, they are made of the not-very-durable copper. Increases DEF by 3; equippable by Cerberus) / Gold: 105 / Stock: 0

Casual Jacket (Perfect for wearing when hanging out with friends. Increases DEF by 2 and SPR by 1; equippable by Lightning) / Gold: 95 / Stock: 0

Lost Soul (Outfit devoid of life, sentenced to be worn by those suffering an afterlife of void memories. Increases DEF and SPR by 2; equippable by Terra) / Gold: 120 / Stock: 0

~Synthesis Lab~

Angel Costume (Perfect portrayal of the normal angel's style of dress: spotless white gowns, sandals, and even a halo to complete the outfit. Increases DEF by 2 and SPR by 4; equippable by Terra; Resist Holy) / Materials: Lost Soul x1 + Angel Feather x2 + Iron Plate x1 + Mana Core x1

Chaos Pulse (Constructed from netherworld knowledge and mechanics, it allows the wielder to manipulate chaos with moderate ease. Increases ATK by 5 and INT by 2; equippable by Alyssia; enables Chaos Pulse) / Materials: Rusted Sword x1 + Iron Plate x3 + Decision Shard x1 + Overheated Core x1

Mana Drive (Technological marvel of a weapon gifted with a blade that is superconductive of mana to allow greater usage of said energy. Increases ATK by 4 and INT by 3; equippable by Lightning; MP costs of skills -10%) / Materials: Rusted Sword x1 + Mana Core x4/Overheated Core x1

??????? ?????? (No info available) / Materials: Iron Plate x8 + Marble Bark x4

?????? ???? (No info available) / Materials: Mana Core x1 + Marble Bark x4

???? ??????? (No info available) / Materials: Iron Plate x2 + Time Shard x2 + Mana Core x6/Overheated Core x2

Plated Jacket (Jacket worn by those who see their fair share of battle, it is comfortable yet provides necessary defensive support. Increases DEF by 3 and SPR by 1; equippable by Lightning; Physical damage taken -5%) / Materials: Soldier's Jacket x1/Casual Jacket x1 + Iron Plate x4

?????? (No info available) / Materials: Rusted Sword x2 + Marble Bark x6

Principality (Named after a third-tier angel, it strikes fast and true allowing for an easy flow of strikes. Increases ATK by 4 and INT by 2; equippable by Terra; Basic Attacks +1) / Materials: Spotlight x1/Brisk Point x1 + Angel Feather x1 + Decision Shard x1

Saturated Mana Shard (Recovers 8 MP upon use) / Materials: Mana Shard x1 + Mana Core x1

Mana Potion (Recovers 20 HP and 15 MP upon use) / Materials: Potion x1 + Mana Core x2

?????? ????? (No info available) / Materials: Bear Trap x1 + Marble Bark x8

Current Gold: 15

"You'll be coming with me this time." Lightning said plainly, her order directed at the Actor who had previously been harassed on their last visit here. Without waiting for him to respond, the soldier took off on ahead in direction of the item shop. The boy hastily followed along behind her, not offering a word as they entered the shop and she gathered the wares. When she turned to leave, he nodded at the shopkeeper and slipped money on the counter in her steed then turned on his heel to follow her.

Lightning buys Herb x3, Mana Shard x3, Life Crystal x2, Chest Key x2

Gold Remaining: 645

Lightning then proceeded into the armor shop, however this time she only went over to the jackets, leaving Terra his own devices. He himself eagerly made his way around the shop stopping when he reached a rather peculiar outfit. Tilting his head to the side, he grabbed it and rejoined his ally, who had donned a rather casual looking jacket. He smiled at the sight, trying his best to be sincere but she ignored him and paid for their clothing.

Lightning buys Casual Jacket and Lost Soul!

Gold Remaining: 430

From there Lightning went off to the synthesis shop, a bag of materials in stow, while Terra dashed off towards the weapon shop. As far as he could tell, there would not be enough materials for him to get anything. So when he reached the rapier section, he quickly grabbed a saber used by angels and quickly bought it.

Terra buys Brisk Point!

Gold Remaining: 335

Lightning, meanwhile, had quickly hefted the bag of materials onto the counter of the synthesis. The man working the shop eagerly took hold of the materials and took them in the back room. Only a little while later he returned with a rather impressive looking gun blade. With a curt nod, Lightning took it and left, taking the rest of their materials with her.

Lightning synthesizes Mana Drive! Rusted Sword x1, Mana Core x4 lost!

Alyssia meandered off alone. It was a good thing Lightning thought ahead, keeping an eye on Terra. If anything had happened like last time...she just couldn't bear it. The boy had looked like a complete wreck. He seemed to be acting just fine since their little revisit to the Marble Forest, and she was relieved at that. The girl entered the weapon shop to pick up something for Cerberus. Large metal teeth, perfect for her friend. She knew he loved to chomp on things.

Alyssia purchases Bear Trap! [-95 Gold]

Her next stop was the armory. They had some replacement plates for Cerberus, so she picked them up without a second thought. Though able to call on the powers of darkness to protect himself, she knew it took a lot out of his reservoir of mana. After browsing around a bit, she managed to find a little something for herself as well. It was something she had seen the females in the town wearing. She didn't mind the look, even if she liked her old outfit better. There was no sacrifice too great for a good defense.

Alyssia purchases Faith Dress and Copper Plates! [-225]

Her last stop was the synthesis lab. It was there that she ran into Lightning as she was leaving. Alyssia offered her a quick nod. "I've pretty much got everything. This is my last stop; I won't be long," she said with a soft smile before entering the building herself. The man behind the counter was pleased to see the materials she had laid out for her. It didn't take him long to come up with a crafty design with them. Taking them into the back, he worked for a bit before bringing out the grand result, something Alyssia was extremely pleased with. It was then that she began discussing something with the man: something concerning a new outfit for Terra. She had caught a brief glimpse of the boy running off to the weapon shop in something she found to be rather distasteful. The synthesist affirmed the design and got started on it right away, returning with another pleasing result.

Alyssia synthesizes Chaos Pulse and Angel Costume! [Rusted Sword -1, Iron Plate -4, Lost Soul -1, Angel Feather -2, Mana Core -1, Decision Shard -1, Overheated Core -1]

Rushing out the shop, she hoped to see Lightning still around. It turned out she took a bit longer than expected causing her to sigh a bit. "I'd hate to be known as a liar."

"It's not a problem." the soldier affirmed with a nod in her ally's direction. Her gaze briefly fell on the items that had not been in the Gatekeeper's possession prior to her visit to the synthesist shop; a rather impressive blade and an angelic costume, presumably for Terra. "That must be better than what he's wearing." she commented, glancing over at the Actor who nodded with a small smile.

"It's much nicer," Terra stated, moving over to inspect the garment "I just hope that the angels don't mistake me for one of their own." He let out a light chuckle at his joke, to which Lightning only smirked slightly. His laughter quickly faded away after a moment and he eagerly took hold of the clothing. With a wave of his hand light enveloped his form, when it faded he was wearing the costume that had been so kindly gifted to him. His free hand held the previous garment for only a moment before it disappeared in a flash, quite unlike the light he had summoned. Assuming it to be the work of the synthesist, the boy shrugged it off and proceeded to check himself out, spinning around slightly to get a feel for it.

Alyssia was happy to see Terra pleased with his new outfit. "I think it's very fitting," she said lightheartedly. "You're a good soul; you may as well be an angel." Alyssia turned her gaze towards the northwest where she could see the Heaven's Tower reaching upwards into the sky of Amoria. It was there that they would be able to meet Torcrea at last. She took in a deep breath before facing the others. "Are you guys ready to set out? Heaven's Tower is just within our reach."

There were quite a few important questions she had for the God of All Gods. Of course, there was figuring out what plan of action would be taken against Nihdestra, but what about the siphoning of the souls? What was the exact cause? Was Nihdestra truly behind it? For many years she called Nihdestra master. Despite the thoughts of many, she knew him to be just as fair as Torcrea. He was actually rather similar to Torcrea, almost like they were brothers, even though she knew that to be false. The history was that Torcrea created Nihdestra of his own free will--he needed something to undo what he created to form a natural cycle. It was this very cycle that Mana would be pleased with. Lost in her thoughts, she shook herself out of it as she awaited the response of her friends.

"Of course, Alyssia!" Terra said, still smiling widely after receiving the compliment. Looking towards the northwest also, the Actor's eyes blazed with excitement. They were only a short travel from the Tower and from there it was only their would be quick accession that separated them from Torcrea. Having never formally met the deity in person, Terra was nervous to say the least, but he was ready to go and be of help to the God of All Gods. "I'm ready when you are."

Lightning simply nodded in response, fingering the hilt of her new gunblade with a small smile. "Likewise." she spoke after a moment, looking up over at the Tower in the distance. It was there she would get a thorough explanation for what happened to her after she defeated him. There some light could be shed on her situation and maybe she could return home. Return to her sister.

"Let's go."

With everyone in agreement, the group departed the town of Diasen and traveled along the path that would take them to Heaven's Tower. It was as the receptionist at the inn had said. They were able to traverse the trail with no problems whatsoever. Just walking along, the group was able to feel the effects of the wards placed along it, to prevent the reawakened beasts from attacking travelers. Alyssia imagined that this little trail of clouds would be considered a main thoroughfare in Amoria, hence the grandiose protection. In the distance, the large dark blue tower that was their destination came into view. Cirrus clouds swirled around the higher tiers. The entrance was enormous, blocked by a wooden door with twin obelisks, one on each side of it. Both obelisks were encrusted with beautiful rubies. Floating in front of the door was an orb of light. Alyssia raised a hand, warning the other two to stop. She apprehensively approached the light and bowed her head slightly in greeting.

"Princess Alyssia Infernae. Lord Torcrea wished to speak with me and those who ally with me," she said solemnly and with a great humbleness.

The light took the shape of a young man in a white toga with a leather belt and golden emblem on the shoulder. His hair was short and shaggy, dusty brown in hue. Emerald green eyes gazed at the trio standing before him with such innocence that it was astounding. "Ah, Princess. It's glad to see that you made it here safely in Amoria. The Diviner took it upon herself to visit and let us know what was happening."

Lightning averted her gaze when the angel mentioned the Diviner, holding back a scowl behind her usual steel visage. That seer, of course, had to come ahead of them; probably because of some vision. Knowing that there was a chance to run into her again sometime soon was not a pleasant thought. "He's waiting." she stated, easily masking her displeasure as she turned back towards the angel.

"What our ally means, sir," Terra quickly jumped in with a nervous smile "is that surely Lord Torcrea wishes to see us as soon as possible." He relaxed after that, shaking slightly as he looked upon the Tower. They were so close to meeting up with the God of Creation, it was kind of intimidating. "Surely we could save pleasantries for after our meeting?"

In a flash of light, the young man summoned a sharp sword and entered a battle stance. "Yes, enough of the pleasantries for now," he said sharply with an enthusiastic grin. "All who enter this tower must be tried for their worth, and Lord Torcrea said you guys aren't exempt, but he seemed rather confident in you all, so I'm a bit worried for my safety." He let out an uneasy laugh.

"If that's what it takes to get to where we're going, then let's do this," Alyssia said, accepting the challenge with ease. She drew her new blade and held it out in front of her. "Don't be surprised when you're out cold." She smiled. She wasn't expecting to have to go through any trials, but Torcrea worked in mysterious ways.

Chapter 03: Heaven's Tower

Location: Heaven's Tower - Entrance

Objective: Defeat Rio!

Background: ~Battle of Worth~

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Alyssia (Bringer of Tragedy)
HP: 65/65
MP: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 18
Def: 12
Int: 10
Spr: 9
Evade: 13%
Move: 6 cells

Cerberus (Tragedy's Omen)
HP: 80/80
MP: 35/35
DD: 10/10
Atk: 16 --- 18
Def: 12 --- 13
Int: 9 --- 10
Spr: 6 --- 7
Evade: 3%
Move: 3 cells

Rio (Tower's Guard)
HP: 120/120
MP: 85/85
DD: --/--
Atk: 12
Def: 10
Int: 10
Spr: 6
Evade: 3%
Move: 3 cells

{X} - Tower Door (cannot be occupied)

{t} - Tower Wall (cannot be occupied)

{o} - Obelisk (cannot be occupied)

{f} - Fence (cannot be occupied)

Players may start in rows I-J!

Lightning start at I6!

Terra starts at J5!

Terra's eyes widened just a bit at the sound of a test of their worth; though they returned to normal size with a simple nod. "Of course," his voice did not falter in the slightest "we wouldn't expect anything else." With that said the Actor swiftly thrust his blade free from its sheath in his usual battle stance. Despite his original surprise, he seemed rather comfortable now.

Lightning said nothing to the angel, just smiling at the prospect of a battle. Things would have been too easy if they were able to just ascend the Tower; this was a pleasant change of pace. Wrenching her new gunblade from its holster, she decompressed it with a smirk and held it as she had her previous one. It was not much different than her normal battle preparation, but this time it was obvious that she was much stronger now.

Chapter 03: Heaven's Tower

Location: Heaven's Tower - Entrance

Objective: Defeat Rio!

Background: ~Battle of Worth~

{ } {t} { } { } { } { } { } { } {t} A
{ } {t} { } { } { } { } { } { } {t} B
{ } {o} {t} {t} {X} {X} {t} {t} {o} C
{ } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } D
{f} { } { } { } {R} { } { } { } { } E
{f} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } F
{f} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } G
{f} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } H
{f} { } { } {C} {A} {L} { } { } { } I
{f} { } { } { } {T} { } { } { } { } J
-1---2---3---4---5---6---7---8---9

Alyssia (Bringer of Tragedy)
HP: 65/65
MP: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 18
Def: 12
Int: 10
Spr: 9
Evade: 13%
Move: 6 cells

Cerberus (Tragedy's Omen)
HP: 80/80
MP: 35/35
DD: 10/10
Atk: 16 --- 18
Def: 12 --- 13
Int: 9 --- 10
Spr: 6 --- 7
Evade: 3%
Move: 3 cells

Lightning (Paradigm Shifter)
HP: 55/55
MP: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 15
Def: 13
Int: 11
Spr: 10
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Terra (Actor)
HP: 45/45
MP: 50/50
DD: 1/10
Atk: 10
Def: 8
Int: 12
Spr: 12
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Rio (Tower's Guard)
HP: 120/120
MP: 85/85
DD: --/--
Atk: 12
Def: 10
Int: 10
Spr: 6
Evade: 3%
Move: 3 cells

{X} - Tower Door (cannot be occupied)

{t} - Tower Wall (cannot be occupied)

{o} - Obelisk (cannot be occupied)

{f} - Fence (cannot be occupied)

Player Phase 1!

Alyssia moves to E6.

"Let's get right to it. Hope you know you're in for a hasty defeat, good sir," Alyssia chirped confidently before rising into the air and flying towards the tower guard. She came to a halt near his side and landed firmly, but quickly. Feet firmly on the ground, she raised her blade into the air causing it to waver, the distortion spreading. Horrid wailing began to fill the air. Such agony could be felt in the very soul of those who heard it, ripping away at the mind. To Alyssia, however, it was a glorious sound--one she was very used to. Grinning evilly, she lunged into the tower guard with her blade before withdrawing it quickly, staying light on her feet. She turned and slashed diagonally before dipping down and pulling the blade upwards. Spinning once more, she slashed at the fellow twice, pulling back one last time for a final thrust. The wailing halted as her attack was complete, and the air became still once more.

Alyssia uses Dance of the Dead on Rio! 6 hits! 14 Dmg per hit! (ATK) [Target SPR -20%][Chance of Apathy]

MP: 29/45

Cerberus moves to G4.

Cerberus took a few large steps closer towards the tower guard. His master was setting him up to unleash some of his magic. That affirmed, he opened each of his mouths, blazing jets of flame lashing about from within. The shapeless fire condensed into large spheres in each mouth, and when they were complete, Cerberus let them fly through the air. The middle one struck fast and hard while the outer two went off at a tangent before curving inwards to strike their targets, exploding in decently sized bursts of fire.

Cerberus uses Tri-Fireball on Rio! 3 hits! 15 Fire Dmg per hit! (INT) [Chance of Burn]

MP: 25/35

Lightning *-10% Mp Cost*
Hp: 55/55
Mp: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 15
Def: 13
Int: 11
Spr: 10
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Terra
Hp: 45/45
Mp: 50/50
DD: 1/10
Atk: 10
Def: 8
Int: 12
Spr: 12
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Lightning shifts to Ravager!

Lightning's R-Ability, Power-Shift, activates! +50% Atk and Int for 3 Turns!

Lightning quickly shifted the aura that surrounded her, becoming the typical magic-based fighter she was commonly seen taking on. This was all for good reason of course, the enemies that they had been fighting recently seemed rather resilient to physical based attacks. While surely the Tower's guardian would have more balanced defenses, Lightning could tell a magical offense would be better. Not to mention Alyssia had already made the angel's resilience to magic even weaker, so it only made sense to follow through with her usual plan.

Lightning moves to G6!

Lightning was quick to follow her allies into the fray, stopping once she had reached a respectable distance and thrusting her blade down. Sending mana rushing through her system, her gunblade began to shake slightly in her hand; the mana drives within it activating to reduce the mana rushing to the blade. In an instant a spark appeared on the blade and with a quick raise of the blade, a bolt of lightning struck the Tower Guard.

Lightning casts Thunder on Rio! 20 Int Lightning Damage! Chance of Paralyze!

Lightning's S-Ability, Overwhelm, activates! +30% Total Damage Output!

Lightning's R-Ability, Manasiphon, activates! 14 Mp recovered!

"Do be careful everyone!" Terra called, choosing to remain in his rather comfortable position. His allies had all chosen to rush right in, and while he trusted them to handle themselves, he did not wish to follow their example. As the others likely knew, and much to his displeasure, he was rather fragile; after falling in previous battles he certainly did not feel like being knocked unconscious.

So, he stuck in his spot, spinning around in a familiar fashion with blade at the ready. "Prepare yourself!" He called out to his allies as he finished his revolution, stopping at a perfect circle. With a quick thrust of the blade, a large stream of water geysered towards the angel, knocking him back into the Tower.

Terra casts Torrente on Column 5! Rio is hit! 17 Int Water Damage! Knocks Target 3 Cells Back!

Lightning *-10% Mp Cost* *Power-Shift (3)*
Hp: 55/55
Mp: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 15 --> 23
Def: 13
Int: 11 --> 17
Spr: 10
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Terra
Hp: 45/45
Mp: 38/50
DD: 1/10
Atk: 10
Def: 8
Int: 12
Spr: 12
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Rio takes 97 Dmg!

HP: 23/120

Rio is forced to C5!

Rio crashes into the Tower Door! 6 Piercing Dmg!

HP: 17/120

Rio lands in D5!

Rio evades Apathy!

Rio evades Burn!

Rio evades Paralysis!

S-Ability Bide activates! [Damage Taken Stock +97]

Chapter 03: Heaven's Tower

Location: Heaven's Tower - Entrance

Objective: Defeat Rio!

Background: ~Battle of Worth~

{ } {t} { } { } { } { } { } { } {t} A
{ } {t} { } { } { } { } { } { } {t} B
{ } {o} {t} {t} {X} {X} {t} {t} {o} C
{ } { } { } { } {R} { } { } { } { } D
{f} { } { } { } { } {A} { } { } { } E
{f} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } F
{f} { } { } {C} { } {L} { } { } { } G
{f} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } H
{f} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } I
{f} { } { } { } {T} { } { } { } { } J
-1---2---3---4---5---6---7---8---9

Lightning's Power Shift has 2 turns left.

Enemy Phase.

Rio moves to F5.

Rio cringed as he shakily stood back up after being knocked straight into the large tower door. It certainly hadn't felt very good on top of being smashed into full force by each member of the opposition. "Well, she did warn me that a hasty defeat was imminent," he murmured quietly, a gleam appearing in his eye. "However, I am not one to give up so easily! There is always salvation for those who merely ask for it!" The tower guard rushed forward, stopping right in the middle of his foes. Thrusting his sword into the air, blazing columns of light blasted out of the ground, attempting to scathe all of those who were around him. The light created balance; his foes were hurt, and he was healed.

Rio uses Salvation!

Hits Alyssia! 30 Light Dmg! WEAKNESS!! (INT) [MISS]

Hits Cerberus! 30 Light Dmg! WEAKNESS!! (INT)

Hits Lightning! 15 Light Dmg! (INT)

MP: 63/85

Rio is healed! [+45 HP Recovered]

HP: 62/120

{ } {t} { } { } { } { } { } { } {t} A
{ } {t} { } { } { } { } { } { } {t} B
{ } {o} {t} {t} {X} {X} {t} {t} {o} C
{ } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } D
{f} { } { } { } { } {A} { } { } { } E
{f} { } { } { } {R} { } { } { } { } F
{f} { } { } {C} { } {L} { } { } { } G
{f} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } H
{f} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } I
{f} { } { } { } {T} { } { } { } { } J
-1---2---3---4---5---6---7---8---9

Rio's SPR Reduction has 2 turns left.

Player Phase 2!

Alyssia (Bringer of Tragedy)
HP: 65/65
MP: 29/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 18
Def: 12
Int: 10
Spr: 9
Evade: 13%
Move: 6 cells

Cerberus (Tragedy's Omen)
HP: 57/80
MP: 25/35
DD: 10/10
Atk: 16 --- 18
Def: 12 --- 13
Int: 9 --- 10
Spr: 6 --- 7
Evade: 3%
Move: 3 cells

Lightning (Paradigm Shifter)
HP: 50/55
MP: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 15
Def: 13
Int: 11
Spr: 10
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Terra (Actor)
HP: 45/45
MP: 38/50
DD: 2/10
Atk: 10
Def: 8
Int: 12
Spr: 12
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Rio (Tower's Guard) *DAMAGE TAKEN [97]*
HP: 62/120
MP: 63/85
DD: --/--
Atk: 12
Def: 10
Int: 10
Spr: 6 --- 5
Evade: 3%
Move: 3 cells

{X} - Tower Door (cannot be occupied)

{t} - Tower Wall (cannot be occupied)

{o} - Obelisk (cannot be occupied)

{f} - Fence (cannot be occupied)

Alyssia moves to E5.

Seeing the blazing light starting to form beneath her, Alyssia took to the air quickly and dodged backwards just in time for the light to surge upwards. It missed her completely, and she let out a sigh of relief. It was then that she heard Cerberus's roar of anguish and she angered quickly. Though allying with the light, Cerberus was still a denizen of the darkness; it wasn't good for him, and she knew she would have been in a similar position had she been struck by the light. Keeping the air, she flew behind the tower guard and landed, blade at the ready. "If that's the case, you should ask for a bit more accuracy there, buddy," Alyssia snapped, her weapon becoming coated in an aqueous crimson energy. She lunged into the the guard with a vicious stab before pulling back and landing a trio of furious strikes with as much power as she could muster, counting on the blood of the damned to draw the very blood from the guard's body.

Alyssia uses Bleed For Me on Rio! 4 hits! 20 Dmg per hit! (ATK) [Chance of Bleeding]

MP: 17/45

R-Ability Shade Reflex activates! [Damage taken -1%]

Cerberus moves to F3.

Cerberus uses Deadly Nocturne! Hits Rio! 10 hits! 13 Darkness Dmg per hit! (ATK)

MP: 3/35

The light. It had been so intense that he could not help but shut all six of his eyes in agony and let loose a horrid roar that seemed to shake the very foundations of the area. It was something he didn't wish to experience again. And in order to accomplish that goal for the immediate moment, it was time to end this tower guard once and for all. All of his eyes shot open as the light dissipated. The darkness formed a thin veil around him to protect him from future attacks, but he wouldn't have to worry about that. Raising all of his heads into the air, he bent them all suddenly, mouths open. Streams of darkness spewed out of each into the ground forming a large pool around himself. His eyes glowed a vibrant red as the puddle spread outwards until the tower guard was standing on naught but the shadows. With only one target, the shadows vibrated fiercely beneath the solitary enemy, and from out of the pool, myriad spikes of darkness emerged, solidified. They stabbed the tower guard over and over and over again frantically. When the last one struck, the pool of shadows vanished to reveal the ground, back to normal.

Lightning *-10% Mp Cost* *Power-Shift (3)*
Hp: 50/55
Mp: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 15 --> 23
Def: 13
Int: 11 --> 17
Spr: 10
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Terra
Hp: 45/45
Mp: 38/50
DD: 2/10
Atk: 10
Def: 8
Int: 12
Spr: 12
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Lightning moves to F6!

Lightning uses Sparkstrike on Rio! 28 Lightning Atk Damage!

Lightning's R-Ability, Manasiphon, activates! Lightning recovers 9 Mp!

The light had not hurt Lightning as much as it had Cerberus, which had allowed her to shrug it off fairly easily. But the angel was not going to get off that easily. Even though the attack had not hurt her, the tower guard still was going to get it. And so, the soldier dashed the short way over to the guard and slashed him.

"I do believe this is the end." Terra called out, though this time to the tower's guardian. With another graceful spin, the Actor drew blade around in a precise fashion. Once he turned full circle yet again, the boy thrust the blade forward; yet another stream of water flied at the angel.

Terra casts Torrente on Column 5! Rio is hit! 17 Int Water Damage! Knocks Target 3 Cells Back!

Lightning *-10% Mp Cost* *Power-Shift (2)*
Hp: 50/55
Mp: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 15 --> 23
Def: 13
Int: 11 --> 17
Spr: 10
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Terra
Hp: 45/45
Mp: 26/50
DD: 2/10
Atk: 10
Def: 8
Int: 12
Spr: 12
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Rio takes 230 Dmg!

Rio OVERKILL!!

Chapter 03: Heaven's Tower

Location: Heaven's Tower - Entrance

Objective: Defeat Rio!

Background: ~Battle of Worth~

{ } {t} { } { } { } { } { } { } {t} A
{ } {t} { } { } { } { } { } { } {t} B
{ } {o} {t} {t} {X} {X} {t} {t} {o} C
{ } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } D
{f} { } { } { } {A} { } { } { } { } E
{f} { } {C} { } { } {L} { } { } { } F
{f} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } G
{f} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } H
{f} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } { } I
{f} { } { } { } {T} { } { } { } { } J
-1---2---3---4---5---6---7---8---9

Rio has been defeated!
CHAPTER COMPLETE!!

EXPERIENCE:

+12 - Rio
+2 - Player Phase completed less than 10
+2 - No D-Abilities used
+2 - No Player KO
+2 - No Items used

TOTAL EXP GAIN: 20

Alyssia: 15/54 --- 35/54
Next Level: 35/54

Cerberus: 0/54 --- 20/54
Next Level: 20/54

Lightning: 9/54 --- 29/54
Next Level: 29/54

Terra: 32/36 --- 52/36
Level UP!
3 Stat Points gained!
Next Level: 16/36

Skill Points Awarded!

+1: Terra
+0: Alyssia, Cerberus, Lightning

The Party receives 56 Gold!

Items found:

---Potion x1
---Guard Chain x1

Edit your profiles, please~ Update will come shortly.

The staggering force of the party's attacks had caused Rio to collapse to the ground. This time, he wasn't so quick to get up. Alyssia crouched down carefully and prodded his arm which elicited a groan from the wounded tower guard. Standing up, Alyssia looked to Lightning for aid. "Think you can patch him up real quick, Commander?" she asked. The doors to the tower were still closed and immoveable, or at least they seemed that way. They would need Rio's help to get inside, but he wasn't in the condition to do much of anything at the moment which was rather problematic.

Cerberus plopped a squat on the ground to rest up. He couldn't care less about the light-wielding tower guard. He wished he could be as evasive as his master, but with his bulk, there was no way he could get out of the way quickly enough. One of the heads glared at the door to the tower. In the depths of his mind, he wondered what kinds of things awaited for them once they were inside.

Lightning nodded, sending a wave of mana over herself that changed her into a magical healer. Clasping both hands together, she took in an array of light before sending it at the fallen Tower Guard. Instantly the light worked on most of his major injuries, only to soon be joined by more light as she casted a basic version of the spell. Instantly his deepest cuts and blackest bruises were eased, and though it would not fix his exhaustion he would at the very least be able to stand.

The Actor's form eased as the man did not get up and attempt to attack them again; he was beaten. However, it seemed that the party would need him to get into the Tower, and in his current condition he was not going to be much help. Just as the boy was about to try to will the light to heal the man however, Lightning had already been put on the job and finished. "Not to rush you," Terra added as the lights faded "but I do believe we shouldn't tarry."

"I second that motion. Yo, guard. Get up," Alyssia said coolly, nudging the form of the healed guard with her foot. This time, she watched as the man stirred from his unconsciousness and rose, standing on his own two feet, albeit a bit wobbly. Alyssia put away her weapon and pointed at the door. "So, looks like we passed your little test. I told you to be ready for a hasty defeat right?" She grinned cheekily here, losing her serious demeanor.

Rio blushed furiously in embarrassment. "It wasn't exactly a fair fight," he murmured, completely defeated. He raised a hand towards the tower and waved it slightly. In response to his gesture, the giant wooden doors opened inwards slowly, nothing but darkness coming from within. "Go on. It's not a straight shot, mind you. Within the tower are even more trials and puzzles, along with dangerous beasts. You should keep your wits sharp and be extremely wary. The tower is a mystical place, and anything could happen there. All I know is that you will appear at the top of the tower when it is time. Good luck." The tower guard bowed his head to the four that had defeated him fair and square. He hoped his warnings would be sufficient.

Alyssia nodded. She didn't like the sound of this tower at all. It sounded like a giant pain in the ass. She waved a hand at Cerberus who barked loudly in response before disappearing into a mass of shadows. His master would call upon him quickly should she need him. With the others in a hurry, she moved into the darkness of the tower, expecting them to follow. They were close to meeting with Torcrea, or at least that's what it felt like. There was no telling how long the tower would delay them.

They traveled along a small, unlit corridor before they finally made it to a large chamber with torches lining the wall. As the last person entered, a door slammed shut behind them, a giant stone slab rising from the floor to block them in. Around the chamber were several large, colored blocks, and upon the stone floor seemed to be indentations that were also colored. In the very middle of the room was a pedestal with some kind of tablet with writing upon it. This must have been their first trial.

Chapter 03-A: The First Trial

Location: Heaven's Tower - Ground Floor

Objective: Solve the trial presented by the tower!

Background: ~Ascension~

{w} {w} {w} {w} {w} {w} {w} {w} {w} A
{w} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } {w} B
{w} {b} { } { } { } { } { } {b} {w} C
{w} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } {w} D
{w} { } { } { } {p} { } { } { } {w} E
{w} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } {w} F
{w} {b} { } { } { } { } {b} { } {w} G
{w} { } {C} {A} { } { } { } { } {w} H
{w} {w} {w} {X} {X} {X} {w} {w} {w} I
{ } { } {w} { } { } { } {w} { } { } J
{ } { } {w} { } { } { } {w} { } { } K
-1---2---3---4---5---6---7---8---9

Alyssia (Bringer of Tragedy)
HP: 65/65
MP: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 18
Def: 12
Int: 10
Spr: 9
Evade: 13%
Move: 6 cells

Cerberus (Tragedy's Omen)
HP: 80/80
MP: 35/35
DD: 10/10
Atk: 16 --- 18
Def: 12 --- 13
Int: 9 --- 10
Spr: 6 --- 7
Evade: 3%
Move: 3 cells

{X} - Stone Slab (cannot be occupied)(cannot pass through)

{p} - Pedestal (cannot be occupied)
Trigger Command: Read the Tablet (Read what has been inscribed upon the tablet. Range: Adjacent cell.)

{b} - Blocks of Various Colors (cannot be occupied)
Trigger Command: Push/Pull (Pushes or pulls target in a certain direction a certain number of cells. Range: Adjacent cell. ATK > 14 - Push/Pull 3 cells. ATK < 15 - Push/Pull 2 cells. Pulling/Pushing does not count as move action.)

{ } - Spaces of Various Colors

{w} - Wall (cannot be occupied)

{ } - These spaces do not exist.

Players may start in row H!

Lightning starts at H6!

Terra starts at H5!

Lightning eyed the room looking for some hidden enemy, her hand tightly gripping the hilt of her blade. But when one could not be found, her hand relaxed and she looked around the room at the blocks. A puzzle of some sort, it seemed. While she had been hoping for a fight (as that was much easier to complete), she figured this would not be so bad. The angel had said there were some beasts within this tower, finishing this puzzle would hopefully draw them out so they could continue to prove themselves. Maybe then they could finally meet up with Torcrea.

"It seems this is the first trial." Terra stated the obvious plainly. He looked over at the blocks, and then at the indentations in the ground; the puzzle seemed simple enough. Just put the blocks in the color coordinated spots, correct? Maybe, maybe not; there was a pedestal they could check out to make sure. But the Actor's mind wandered back over to the blocks, a frown spreading on his face. "I don't believe I'll be much help in moving those blocks."

Chapter 03-A: The First Trial

Location: Heaven's Tower - Ground Floor

Objective: Solve the trial presented by the tower!

Background: ~Ascension~

{w} {w} {w} {w} {w} {w} {w} {w} {w} A
{w} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } {w} B
{w} {b} { } { } { } { } { } {b} {w} C
{w} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } {w} D
{w} { } { } { } {p} { } { } { } {w} E
{w} { } { } { } { } { } { } { } {w} F
{w} {b} { } { } { } { } {b} { } {w} G
{w} { } {C} {A} {T} {L} { } { } {w} H
{w} {w} {w} {X} {X} {X} {w} {w} {w} I
{ } { } {w} { } { } { } {w} { } { } J
{ } { } {w} { } { } { } {w} { } { } K
-1---2---3---4---5---6---7---8---9

Alyssia (Bringer of Tragedy)
HP: 65/65
MP: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 18
Def: 12
Int: 10
Spr: 9
Evade: 13%
Move: 6 cells

Cerberus (Tragedy's Omen)
HP: 80/80
MP: 35/35
DD: 10/10
Atk: 16 --- 18
Def: 12 --- 13
Int: 9 --- 10
Spr: 6 --- 7
Evade: 3%
Move: 3 cells

Lightning (Paradigm Shifter)
HP: 55/55
MP: 45/45
DD: 10/10
Atk: 15
Def: 13
Int: 11
Spr: 10
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

Terra (Actor)
HP: 60/60
MP: 50/50
DD: 3/10
Atk: 11
Def: 10
Int: 11
Spr: 12
Evade: 7%
Move: 3 cells

{X} - Stone Slab (cannot be occupied)(cannot pass through)

{p} - Pedestal (cannot be occupied)
Trigger Command: Read the Tablet (Read what has been inscribed upon the tablet. Range: Adjacent cell.)

{b} - Blocks of Various Colors (cannot be occupied)
Trigger Command: Push/Pull (Pushes or pulls target in a certain direction a certain number of cells. Range: Adjacent cell. ATK > 14 - Push/Pull 3 cells. ATK < 15 - Push/Pull 2 cells. Pulling/Pushing does not count as move action.)

{ } - Spaces of Various Colors

{w} - Wall (cannot be occupied)

{ } - These spaces do not exist.

Player Phase 1!

Alyssia moves to E4.

"Ugh, these kinds of things were never my forte. Leave the block moving to me, Terra. You can be the brains of the operation. Seems simple enough, but I don't trust it. Maybe the tablet has some instructions?" With a shrug of her shoulders, she flew closer to the pedestal, her eyes glued to the stone tablet resting so quaintly upon it. The words upon it were of the ancient language of Alidaire, one she was familiar with. It was the language most widely spoken in Hell. She remained hovering in the air, tracing the words with her finger. "Ah, I got it. It says: 'Opposites attract. Portray this with what has been given to you, and you shall be granted passage.' Oookay, not the clearest instructions. What the hell do they mean?" Alyssia groaned, sinking to the ground. Such a helpful tablet, that was.

Alyssia waits.

Cerberus waits.

His master a bit frustrated, Cerberus knew not what to do. He was about as good at puzzles as his master was. Even if he knew the answer, it would be hard to communicate it to the others. If they got the puzzle wrong, there was no telling what might happen, so the large beast refrained from moving anything until they had the puzzle figured out, and thus he held his ground for the time being, awaiting their call for his brute strength in moving the blocks about.