Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)13:19 No. 74346 ID: 426169
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lies a temple, where many great warriors have trained.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)13:20 No. 74347 ID: 426169
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A young pupil approaches the shrine, with a desperate plea.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)13:21 No. 74348 ID: 426169
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"Honored ancestors, help me. Help me become a great warrior."

>>74348
Stop getting aroused by talking to altars, then.
What can we do you for?

>>74348
What seems to be the trouble eh?

>>74348
first step, choose a weapon
i recommend a wet towel

Young Mster, in order for you to receive our wisdom, you must first climb to the top of the Jade Falls in the East Shang Wu province and meditate for three nights atop the falls. Then you must travel down into the Xian River Valley and find for yourself a pearl of dragon hidden among the lilies.

After this is complete, return to us and we shall impart our wisdom.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)13:45 No. 74355 ID: 426169
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>>74349
>>74350
"Honorable ancestors, thank you for listening to my plea. I am called Mu. I have been a student of the great master Hao Ru Gen for six months... but I am having great difficulty learning the Way. Instructor Zhao is very strict, and says that if I do not improve and pass the Entrance Exam in three months time he will banish me from the school. "

>>74351
"Weapons training is for senior students only."

>>74352
"Honorable ancestor, I am forbidden from leaving the school grounds. I feel instructor Zhao would use any opportunity to be rid of me. He does not like me very much. I think it's because I am not from a respectable family."

Ah, but if you are not from a respectable family, then why do you call us honorable?

It seems Instructor Zhao is a bit misguided.

>>74355
Well, what seems to be the holdup?
Lack of discipline? Unfavoritism? Noodle-arms?
Does he have specific complaints or just general decrying?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)14:02 No. 74359 ID: 426169
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>>74357
"Well... He makes me try to do things that are just impossible. Last week he told me to lift a rock that was twice my size. Yesterday I had to kick a tree down. And when I fail he makes fun of my efforts. I try as hard as I can, but I just cannot do the things he tells me to do! I don't mean to be a whiner but I've never seen anyone else get these kinds of assignments. I shouldn't be saying this about an honored instructor, but I'm pretty sure he makes sure the older students beat me up and steal my food when no-one's looking."

>>74356
"Well, errrm.... this... isn't exactly my family shrine. It just seemed the thing to say. I heard about this place from Ling Pu. She said that I might find some help here. I think she also said not to wear a skirt no matter how hard you asked, but I must've heard wrong."

>>74359
No skirt?
How about panties?
Ah well.
Is there another instructor you can appeal to?
Perhaps to compare the teaching methods used on you with?
This sounds like student abuse...

Your Instructor is short-sighted. A man who can only see as far as his feet has a hard time telling another man where his farm is.

You should pay Instructor Zhao no mind; thought the way is one, the paths to get there are many.

Do you have any sisters?

first things first, we're going to have to get you into a proper training outfit. How can you hope to kick a tree down if your legs are restrained by pants? How can you lift a rock if your shirt is not made of the lightest, pinkest silks?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)14:44 No. 74392 ID: 426169
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>>74362
"I- will strive to understand your words, honorable ancestor."

>>74360

"Well, no. Instructor Zhao is in charge of training the new arrivals. I'm not even a full student until I pass the Entrance Exam, so I don't have anyone complain to, besides Zhao himself.
In any case, I know there are four other instructors, so maybe I could persuade one of them to give me tutoring during my free time? Although if they are like Zhao...

According to instructor Zhao there are three major attributes that new students must possess to be able to overcome the Exam. A student must have the Speed of a Viper, the Strength of the Ox and the Spirit of the Dragon. I'm not entirely clear how to acquire those, or even what they are really, but I have three months. I don't think I'll learn these from Zhao."

>>74380
"I'm an orphan, so I don't know. The family who raised me had no other children. And, uh, these are the clothes they gave me. I could ask Ling Pu for a better training outfit."

>>74359
Ling Pu sounds like she's dealt with us before. Do we know her?

>>74392
Well... I'm trying to think of a way to get an advanced instructor to see these training methods...
I'm worried that these are in fact the appropriate methods of training.

Tell me, do the words Dragon-blood, Dynast, or Immaculate Order mean anything to you?

Clearly the answer is simple. You must hunt down a viper, a dragon and an ox and defeat them at their own game so that their power might be yours.

we'll help.

>>74392
You would probably get the best chance of tutoring by asking Qin to assist. He is only one rank above your training level, so the chance of backlash is less than if you asked the higher level trainers. If that fails, are there any particularly friendly teachers you know of? Personality can count for a lot as well... You could also try asking permission to simply watch more advanced students train. You can learn a lot from just watching.

Also in case you haven't been doing so, independent training is important for picking up where teachers leave off. Go lift rocks until you can lift bigger ones. Go kick trees until you can break them. Start off with a difficult yet possible task, and gradually advance.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)15:25 No. 74413 ID: 426169
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>>74394
"She's the groundskeeper here at the temple. She has her own hut near the gardens. Whether you know her or not is between you and her, but she has been here for years and years, so it's possible."

>>74399
"Are you saying I should just shut up and stick with it? But I only have three months, I need help."

>>74401
"Ok, I'll ask Qin after afternoon class. I haven't really spoken with teachers other than Zhao, but maybe he'll agree to help. I don't think I'll be able to watch the advanced lessons, since I'd be missing my own.

As for training by myself, I've been trying but I don't know what to focus on. Without guidance it seems like wasted effort. If you have anything specific in mind I'll be happy to listen."

>If you have anything specific in mind I'll be happy to listen.

You must learn to catch the striking Viper, wrestle the angry Ox and defeat the dragon in a test of wills. Only then will you be ready.

>>74413
Focus on speed first. I think our first priority will be keeping your food from being stolen. Defending yourself from the older students will require much more improvement than simply evading them.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)16:02 No. 74442 ID: 426169
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>>74421
>>74424
"Ok, I'll be sure to ask Qin about speed training. I must head out to the training field - I didn't hear the gong from the shrine. Oh no."

Shit! did they start without you? get over there, fast!

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)16:41 No. 74469 ID: 426169
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>>74448
"Oh please great ancestors, guide my tongue so that I do not anger instructor Zhao."


>"Mu. Delightful."
"Sorry si-"
>"No no, do not apologize. I am confident that you have already mastered todays lesson to have such distain for my teachings. In fact, why don't you demonstrate your knowledge to the rest of the class?"
"Erm... I don't-"
>"Ah don't be so modest. Spread out, students. Give the master some space."

Oh no. This isn't good.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)16:57 No. 74488 ID: 426169
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>"Go ahead, Mu. Attack me. Don't hold back."

I tried a straight up charge last time this happened. Broke four ribs and nearly my neck.
He's freakishly fast with that staff, even if he's only got one arm.
Please give me a hand, ancestors.

>>74488

Do a straight up charge again.

Then turn it into a slide-try snapping his legs out from under him and driving your fist into his stomach.

...

There. We have blessed you with our strength and our cunning. Move with confidence and his blows shall not land upon you. But have courage in yourself, for your own lack of conviction is the only thing that can betray you now. Go, Nahkh! Fight for everlasting peace! Yours is the fist that will pierce the heavens!

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)17:12 No. 74506 ID: 426169
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>>74498
[RECEIVED ANCESTORS' BLESSING: MORALE INCREASED BY 1]

>>74497
Ok, charge-slide-tackle-punch combo. Trying that.

[Charge]

Remember, he'll have trained to compensate for his missing arm. Use this to your advantage. He won't expect an attack on his good side.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)17:28 No. 74529 ID: 426169
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[Slide]

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)17:29 No. 74530 ID: 426169
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[Interrupt]

Bear the pain, boy. It is nothing compared to the glory. Bear the pain and fight on. You must not fear, for fear begits doubt and doubt is the first step towards defeat. Bear the pain and fight on. Bear the pain and with it, win.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)17:31 No. 74539 ID: 426169
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"HHRRG *COUGH COUGH*"
>"Not so easy is it, Mu?"

>>74530
C-C-C-COMBO BREAKER
Sorry, but hopefully he'll leave it at that.

>>74539
Say "Nothing easy is worth doing."

>>74539

Wow, he IS pretty fast. At this point, I think your reflexes are literally incapable of allowing you to defeat him unless you shoot him to death with a team of crossbowmen.

I think the best advice we can give you is say "Yes, Instructor Zhao."

>>74542
This. Then try attacking again.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)17:50 No. 74561 ID: 426169
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>>74546
"Y-yes *HACK* master Zhao.*
>"There we go. We're learning lots today, aren't we?"

Oh hey, why didnt you tell us Zhao was possessed by malign spirits? Geeze. That explains why he's trying to prevent your destiny.

I mean... um... pretend i didnt say anything about destiny. We're not alowed to speak about that.

>>74561

Seriously. Red glowing eyes, giant shadow. You should contact a priest.

>>74561
Can you stand? You still need to know what he's teaching the other students.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)18:24 No. 74599 ID: 426169
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>>74568
Evil spirits? What makes you say that? I don't think that master Hao Ru Gen would let something like that go on.

>"Well, Mu?"
>"I think that perhaps this excercise is too advanced for the pre-entry class. Don't you agree, Zhao-san?"

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)18:25 No. 74601 ID: 426169
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>"Instructor Kubai. Don't you have a class of your own to teach?"
>"I left them practicing their calligraphy and was stretching my legs when I felt such a burning murderous intent that I simply had to investigate. Making such young pupils practice kigan? Such ambition. Your pupil must be very special."
>"I do not presume to tell you how to teach your pupils, and I expect the same in return."
>"As you say, Zhao-san. Nevertheless, if I could borrow your pupil for today?"
>"Take him. I will have nothing to do with him until tomorrow."

>>74597
Yes, I- I think I can stand.

>>74601
This is fortunate indeed! I think we should attempt to get advice from Kubai, since he has already approached you. Do not breach the subject for now. Be humble and see what he has planned for you.

Follow him, certainly. Heed his words.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/08(Sun)18:38 No. 74613 ID: 426169
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>>74608
>>74611

"Gee, granpa, you have such a big -"

yes. This man is wise and goes with our blessings. Follow him, but beware the darkness. We have clearly been gone too long from this place.

>>74613
What are you doing? STOP THAT THIS INSTANT.

>>74613
That is possibly the most original pause screen yet. I'm not sure if that is a good thing.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)07:12 No. 75092 ID: 426169
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Instructor Kubai is from the Dawn Isles. This is the first time he's spoken with me, so I don't know much else.

>"How goes your training, Pu?"

>>75092
I must confess to weakness and doubt, Instructor.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)07:37 No. 75096 ID: 426169
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>>75093
"I must confess to weakness and doubt, Instructor."
>"Oh? Is that how you feel in your heart? Do you feel yourself weak and full of doubt in yourself?"

>>75096

I am worried I am not doing well, Master. I try as hard as I can, and at times, I feel as if I have made no progress.

I apologize for these thoughts. I know I should be trusting and faithful and unwavering, but I am young, and my mind still defies me and questions many things.

I worry I have been given impossible tasks unasked of other pupils. It is disheartening, despite the blessings of the ancestors.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)08:19 No. 75102 ID: 426169
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>>75098
>>75099
"No, it's just."
>"Is Zhao giving you a hard time?"
"Well, yes. It seems like he makes me do things unasked of the others. I try as hard as I can but I feel I'm making no progress. I apologize for these thoughts, I know I'm not supposed to question my instructors. My mind is too undisciplined."
>"Do not apologize, I value honesty in students much more than groveling. And I know that your instructor uses harsh methods, but he is not a wicked man. If you are given tasks unasked of the others, perhaps it is because you are unlike them? Your instructor may be many things, but a fool he is not. For example, what do think he was trying to teach you back there?"
"Teach me? He was punishing me for being late!"
>"Ah, only on the surface. Think, Mu. Think."

>>75102
He was surrounded by a black aura. It condensed for a moment before he struck, though we misread the direction and got hit anyway after trying to duck under the attack.

Maybe we should go back to the stone, and the tree. We'll see if those tasks are really impossible for you.

>>75102

Discipline? Responsibility? Was this what he was teaching me, Master?

Should I meditate on this? Or should I attempt to continue my training?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)09:30 No. 75113 ID: 426169
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>>75104
"He was surrounded by a black aura, and it focused just before he struck. I failed to dodge him."
>"Interesting. You have a keen eye, Mu. To sense another's murderous intent is no easy thing. No matter how monstrous. It is very rare in one so young. Very rare. But you are correct, he was teaching you of the Eye. A lesson I feel should be reserved for advanced students."
"As you say, instructor."
>"You would do well to pay close attention to the intent behind Zhao's lessons. I believe you still have much to learn from him. There is value in knowing the form, but to truly advance one must understand the purpose behind the form."
"I will meditate on your words, Instructor."
>"There is plenty of time to meditate when you are old and feeble, young student. You should practice with the intent in mind, and practice hard."

>"I believe I should be getting back. My students tend to find trouble whenever I am not looking. How do you feel about your training now, young Mu?"

>>75113

A little better, Master. I will try and find understanding in Zhao's teachings. If he is showing me this technique, then he must think it will be important to me.

...Master? Could Zhao be trying to protect me from something?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)09:46 No. 75115 ID: 426169
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>>75114
"A little better, Instructor. I will try and find understanding in Zhao's teachings. If he is showing me this technique, then he must think it will be important to me."
>"Good. Zhao may be harsh, but he has a sharp eye. Most sharp. But now I must tend to my students before they set something on fire."

"...Instructor? Could Zhao be trying to protect me from something?"

>"... I do not presume to know Zhao's motivations. It is not for me to speculate."

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)10:38 No. 75118 ID: 426169
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>"But I doubt that your instructor will need you for today. Have the afternoon off. Have Ling Pu treat those injuries."
"Yes, Instructor."

So, ancestors, what should I do? I could go see Ling Pu, practice on my own or go back to the student housing for some rest before afternoon class ends.

Go see Ling Pu, little one. Then go and train as long as you feel you are able.

Practice on your own. Go find a snake and try to catch it as it lunges at you.

>>75120
Seconding, with the proviso that you should rest if she says rest.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)11:41 No. 75126 ID: 426169
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>>75120
>>75121
>>75123
As you say, honorable ancestors. I will see Ling Pu, then practice on my own. Hopefully I can find a new place to practice in.

>>75126
Are there no open dojos or empty fields in which to practice?

>>75126
...You are going to eat at some point, yes?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)12:53 No. 75135 ID: 426169
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>>75129
I'd prefer a secluded place.

>>75133
Yes, supper is an hour after the afternoon practice is over. It's not my turn in the kitchens, and if I find a secluded enough place to train then Chi-ming can't make me take his turn.

>"Mu! What happened to you?"

Who´s she?

Also, "Just another day of practice." can be a good answer

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)13:26 No. 75138 ID: 426169
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>>75137
She's Ling Pu. The groundskeeper and gardener of the temple.

"Just another day of practice."
>"I see... Come with me, I'll treat your bruises."

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)13:35 No. 75139 ID: 426169
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>"There, sit down and take off your clothes. I'll get the medicine and bandages, it won't take a minute."

>>75138
Mind to ask her where did she know about us -- at least, well enough to advise you about the skirt thing?

Ling Pu? The "Honourable" Ancestors say hi.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)14:15 No. 75142 ID: 426169
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>>75140
I think she said something about getting advice from them a long time ago. She didn't say anything specific.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)14:16 No. 75143 ID: 426169
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Do you think I should ask her?

>>75143
It should make for conversation while she patches you up, at least.

>>75143
After you tell her we said hi.

We´re ancient but forgetful. Many ask for our help, while others get our help without asking for it. Reminiscing is always good; getting in contact again is always nice; and knowing where you / we are coming is always helpful.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/09(Mon)15:04 No. 75148 ID: 426169
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Well as long as I hold the record.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/11(Wed)22:05 No. 75996 ID: 426169
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Ah, hello there, old friend. I see you have taken the child under your tutelage. Has he been a good boy?

>>75996
Wait... Are you talking to us?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/11(Wed)22:19 No. 75998 ID: 426169
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>>75997
Really now, I remember you being quicker on the uptake. Sorry for keeping you in there for so long, your brains must be full of dust.

And don't worry, the boy can't hear you now. He's more than a little distracted about showing his bare behind to a woman.

Eh, boys.

>>75996
For the little time we've known him.
Tell us, forgetful old spirits we are; what adventure did we aid you on?
I'd hoped being dead cured senility, but it seems this isn't so.

Also, can you give us a bit of exposition on the surrounding area and events?

>>75998
He came to us about a problem that seemed daunting at first, but proved to be a misunderstanding. Mu has more talent than he knows, and Zhao saw that. He was attempting to teach him advanced techniques, and well, you know how Zhao is. Mu thought he was asking the impossible.

We'll try to share with Mu the wisdom to see what Zhao is asking him to do.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/11(Wed)22:48 No. 76002 ID: 426169
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>>75999
>>76000

If you keep that "honorable ancestor" act up a second longer I'm turning you back into a toad. I made you what you are, or did you forget? Oh I suppose you might have. Nevermind that now. I sent Mu to you for protection. Zhao figured out who he is the second he saw him. That one-armed monkey has sharp eyes. Too sharp for his own good. He'll try to make it look like an accident. Bah. More trouble than he's worth.

I need you to keep the boy alive and with all his bits intact. I'll take care of Zhao when the time comes. Can you remember that?
Oh and get him past the test. I can't have him loose outside the temple where I can't watch him.

Aww, but it's fun. And yeah, we've kind of forgotten.

We'll do our best. Mu will be fine if he moves right. But something that might help, what motivates Zhao?

>If you keep that "honorable ancestor" act up a second longer I'm turning you back into a toad.
Is that why I taste bug guts?

>>76002
What? Zhao isn't trying to teach him? Okay, this is pretty bad.

Kubai found out that Mu is special. Should we be worried about him too?

'Mu' means emptiness... Do you know who his parents are?

>>76005
>Mu training
WHY DID YOU REMIND ME OF THAT

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/11(Wed)23:21 No. 76007 ID: 426169
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>>76003
>>76004
I knew I should've gone for snake. Or turtle.
>>76005
>Kubai
That idealistic simpleton will believe the best out of everyone. Zhao isn't good enough to emit such terrible killing intent without actually going for blood. Plus he only missed the Third Gate by an inch or so. The boy is lucky to be alive.

>Do we know who the boy's parents are.
He's my grandson, you fool.

>What motivates Zhao.
Fear, probably. He doesn't want a new Dragon to walk the earth. Or he might just be out for petty vengeance. Seems more like him.


Damn that man. May the ten thousand devils of hell piss in his sock drawer. At least this cloud has a silver lining. If Mu is to survive him, he'll advance rapidly.

>>76007
What, seriously?

Okay, we really need to get some better reaction times for this kid. I'm guessing Zhao isn't going to actually train him very much, if he can help it.

Do you have any suggestions as to what teacher we should approach for additional lessons? We've already met Kubai, but since we've told him the problem was Zhao he might not be motivated to help further. We originally thought to ask Qin, since he's only one step above Zhao.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/11(Wed)23:40 No. 76010 ID: 426169
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>>76009
Yes seriously. Devil piss is no joke. Stains something awful it does.

And yes, he is my grandson. Whatever my son saw in that wench I'll never know.

Mu will receive plenty of training from Zhao. He can't let the other instructors figure out he's going for murder. He needs to keep up an appearance of teaching. The lessons just might be extra dangerous. Heh, no pain no gain I always say.


If you really wish for additional training, Qin or Kubai are both not entirely incompetent. Perhaps persuade one of them.




One more thing. Don't tell Mu about this. Grandma, murder, "ancestor", any of this. He's too young to understand.

>>76007
>>76009

Reaction time, speed, and health are all good choices. Most of the training possible for this also has a great deal to do with hand-eye coordination.

Throwing things, counting moving objects, juggling, and dodging thrown items.

>>76010
>Don't tell Mu about this.

Um, we'll try.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/12(Thu)00:02 No. 76018 ID: 426169
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>>76017
>>76011
I'll leave that for you. But hear this: If Mu finds out that we're related, or if he figures out that you aren't ancestors, or if he winds up dead or maimed then I am going to be most upset.

And you don't want to make me upset, do you?

>>76018
I... We... Please don't hurt us...

>>76018
Please, I don't wanna be a toad again!

...why are your eyes like that, anyway? That doesn't look normal.

>>76018
Not specifically.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/12(Thu)00:15 No. 76023 ID: 426169
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>>76019
>>76020
>>76022

Good.

>What's up with em eyes?
What would you expect from the White Dragon of the West?

>>76023
Oh, so you're a badass then.

Should we be getting back to Mu now?

>>76023
I apologize for joking about the frog thing.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/12(Thu)00:32 No. 76027 ID: 426169
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>Can we switch back to Mu now?
In but a moment. I wanted to make sure you were on the level.

>>76024
Heh, ask Zhao how he lost his arm some time.
Badassery aside, I have no wish to break the deal with Hao Ru Gen. I will contain myself.
>>76026
Apology accepted.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/12(Thu)18:46 No. 76167 ID: 426169
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>"My my, aren't you a handsome young man."

Ancestors, where did you go? She took my only piece of clothing. This is undignified.

Relax. She's seen worse. Trust us. Be polite to her. Its very important to your umm... destiny. and stuff.

>>76167
Trust us, she's not interested, other than as a patient.
She just likes to watch you squirm.
Stand there and take your doctoring like a man.

>>76167
We were talking to Ling Pu... catching up on old times. But that is none of your concern.

Sit down on the bench and cover yourself. If you want dignity, that's the best you'll get right now. It would be wise not to defy her.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/14(Sat)09:19 No. 76436 ID: 426169
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>>76168
>>76169
>>76170
That was... disturbing.
I feel violated.



But better. Much better.


She has warm hands.



She told me of a place further up the hill. There's a hidden spring which joins with the stream near the temple. It has cold water, level ground and privacy.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/14(Sat)09:33 No. 76438 ID: 426169
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This must be the place.

Oh, honorable ancestors, what would be the best way to practice?

>>76438
Tie rocks to your feet and jump in the pond.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/14(Sat)09:45 No. 76440 ID: 426169
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>>76439
Ok, fortunately there were some vines around.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/14(Sat)09:49 No. 76441 ID: 426169
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>>76439
Ok, ancestors. I am now wet... What was this exercise about again?

>>76441
Find a rock you can barely lift.
Pick it up repeatedly, making sure not to drop it on your feet.
Then... Anyone have ideas for speed training?

>>76441
Now run around in the pond. It's resistance training.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/14(Sat)10:21 No. 76445 ID: 426169
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>>76442
Ok, how about this one?

[Animated]

>>76445
I think we forgot to mention not to drown.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/14(Sat)10:32 No. 76447 ID: 426169
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>>76446
Can't... breathe... help...

>>76447
This is a wildly inconstant pool.
Drop the big rock, and give us a map.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/14(Sat)10:42 No. 76450 ID: 426169
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God I need a drink.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/14(Sat)10:48 No. 76451 ID: 426169
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>>76448
It's crushing me against the bottom. I can't drop it. It's too heavy.

>>76447
Now you see the folly of asking a bunch of dead people for advice.

>>76451
Push it off to one side, then.
Act quickly, man.
You don't want to start on Breath Control technique training already, I presume?

>>76451

You should be lighter under the water-just slam your legs against the ground and push it to the side with your arms. It should roll off you. Continue the movement until you get out of the water.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/14(Sat)13:27 No. 76478 ID: 426169
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>>76453
>>76459
It's moving a little bit. I'm not sure how much longer I can keep this up.

>>76478
Well, it's this or die.
Your choice.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/14(Sat)13:42 No. 76483 ID: 426169
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[been awake for 31 hours, needs mah sleep now.]

>>76480
D-dying will be m-most unwise. I urge you not t-to.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/15(Sun)17:51 No. 77188 ID: 426169
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Almost... moving... just a bit more


Runn-... out of... air...

need... help...


[Do you become visible?]

>>77188
That's an option?!
TELL US THESE THINGS

>>77195
[I just did. Manifest? Y/N]

>>77198
Nay, I say. The whelp needs to do this on his own.

Yes, he needs help. This won't break our contract, I don't think.

>>77201
We see if he can do it on his own. If he passes out and is guaranteed to drown, we MANIFEST.

In b4 we materialize as frogs

>>77188
First order of business.
HEY
HEY YOU
THIS IS A SHITTY WAY TO DIE
AT LEAST DIE FAILING AT BLOCKING ATTACKS FROM MURDEROUS TEACHER MAN
DYING BY GRABBING A ROCK AND FALLING IN A POND WILL MAKE THE ENTIRE MONASTERY FORGET YOU IN SHAME
THEY'LL BURY YOU NEXT TO THE DOGS, AND THAT WILL BE A KINDNESS FOR PUTTING YOU AMONG SMARTER COMPANY
GET
THE
FUCK
UP

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/15(Sun)18:37 No. 77231 ID: 426169
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>>77217
>Mu received Sage Advice

[animated]

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/15(Sun)18:56 No. 77246 ID: 426169
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"I WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN! BEWARE, I LIVE!"

*COUGH* *HACK*

I... I will not let those bastards win. I will prove my worth! I will pass the exam!

Ancestors! Will you aid me?

>>77246
I suppose if you put it like that.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/15(Sun)19:34 No. 77273 ID: 426169
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Thank you, ancestors!

What should I do next? I'm pretty much soaked through. I'm gonna have an earful at supper if I show up like this.

>>77273
You're probably going to want to wring yourself out... maybe sit in the sun for a while and dry off.

Just sitting in the sun is inefficient. Quickly wring out your robe and then find a good circular path to run in. Weigh yourself down by tying rocks to your feet like before, and also hold one in each hand. Running will air-dry the robe faster, while also giving you some exercise.

>>77246
Oh I dunno, you did almost drown...

...but you also kicked that rock's ass. Yeah, we'll help you.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/15(Sun)20:10 No. 77312 ID: 426169
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>>77277
>>77287
It's still a bit moist. I really ought to hang it out to dry. Won't I catch a cold if I run around in wet clothing?

>>77312
Likely, but it is improper to run around wearing nothing at all.

>>77312
Well... I guess it won't take that long to dry if you let it hang in the sun.

Use the time to meditate instead. I think it might be unwise to run around naked.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/15(Sun)20:24 No. 77322 ID: 426169
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It feels like I'm wearing nothing at all!

>>77322
Goddammit, that was exactly what I thought of right after I posted it. Now I wish I hadn't.

>>77322

Yeah okay whoever told you to pick up the rock was a retard.

Alright, the idea is... you tie rocks to your limbs and various muscle groups under your clothing, then go about daily activities and exercises. It's a good way to specifically strengthen certain muscles, as well as increasing their speed. You have to deal with more weight.

The downside is a lot of people don't learn to control their own strength doing this when they take the stones off (assuming years and years of this). So it kind of makes you ... clumsy, if you aren't careful.

Now try catching dragonfllies with your bare hands.

>>77343
I was saying weight training, not "mix suggestions and try to swim at the same time".

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/16(Mon)10:09 No. 77502 ID: 426169
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Very well, I will prepare while the wind dries my clothes.

Weight training you say? I suppose I could make do with rocks tied to my hands and feet, or I could, eh, borrow a set of weights from the practice hall.

You spoke earlier about weapons training. Even though it's for advanced students only, I suppose it wouldn't hurt to plan ahead. Just so I can direct my training better.
The four main weapons are the sword, the sabre, the staff and the spear. There are of course many others, but to learn one of those I guess I would need to find a master of that weapon. There's training on the four basic ones here.

So, uh, which weapon should I strive for, if any?

Player_1!Rz/Y0CctII 2009/11/16(Mon)10:20 No. 77509 ID: 1443c0
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>>77502

Suggestion 2009/11/16(Mon)10:41 No. 77513 ID: dda9dd
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>>77502
I would recommend a Shaolin Spade or some variant myself.

>>77502
I've always been partial to the spear.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/16(Mon)11:08 No. 77518 ID: 426169
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[A bit of a change in pace, instructor introductions to follow]

>>77518
animooted

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/16(Mon)12:17 No. 77540 ID: 426169
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Choose wisely, young student.

>>77540
Yu Rin.

Ladder-Fu is the deadliest style.

>>77541
You Win. I mean Yu Rin.

Lee kim

>>77540
Kubai.

Kubai. You know he wants you.

I mean you want him.

Kubai

Qin.

Qin.

[Editors note: Whoops, forgot about spears. Both Kubai and Qin teach those.]

>>77540
Jackie Chan
or Qin if your going to be picky

>>77540

Kubai is a good choice. You'll never know when you need a ranged weapon.

Alternatively, Yu Rin.

>>77540
Kubai. Wisdom, AND staff mastery? Booyah

>>77540

Kubai. I think that he will prove the most difficult to study under, believe it or not.

His lessons will be merciless, his teachings will be hard to understand.

But in the end, you will learn a great deal about who you are, what your purpose is, and how you may fulfill the destinies that await you.

The Staff, Pole-arm, or Sword are all excellent choices. I would lean primarily towards the Polearm, then the Sword, then the Staff.

A staff and a polearm are interchangeable in terms of style. A sword would probably be a different focus all together.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/16(Mon)19:16 No. 77842 ID: 426169
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Choose any three techniques and one weapon.

[Three most popular choices will be selected. If the techniques are unclear, ask away.]

>>77842
Techniques - Uncanny Dodge, Weapon Mastery, Medicine
Weapon - Staff

>>77842
Sap Will, Uncanny dodge, Medicine, Halberd.

What's the difference between Chi Focus and Meditation?

>>77842

Uncanny Dodge, Danger Sense, Medicine, Longbow.

>>77847
Chi focus enables Mu to use his spirit to increase the accuracy and strength of his blows momentarily. Meditation allows him to recover from his wounds faster, as well as boosting his mental capacities.

A halberd will be sufficient in terms of weaponry.

As for skills, Uncanny Dodge will aid in many ways of life, and you'll be far more agile.

Chi focus will ready your mind and body for the trials ahead.

I am torn on the last. At once, I wish to do Medicine, but also Meditation. Each are equally important.

I will go with the will of the group on the last skill. I think it will be medicine, however.

Staff - Philosophy, Uncanny Dodge, Chi Focus

>>77842
Uncanny Dodge, Nerve Point Strike, Medicine, Spear.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/17(Tue)06:49 No. 78003 ID: 426169
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[Weapon voting is tied between staff and halberd, bonus round for everyone. If you have a cool unlisted weapon along the staff/polearm axis, post a picture and it might be added to the list.]

>>78003
I vote Ji.

Guan Dao

Defiantly liking the Guan Dao

Suggestion 2009/11/17(Tue)08:21 No. 78008 ID: c05c83
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>>78003
Pudao if it's not too similar to Guan Dao (Basically the same with a longer blade and a stabbing point)

If it is, Gun.

Guan yu

>>78008
[That's... pretty cool actually. Pudao is up for selection.]

>>78008

Pudao

>>78008

I'll have to agree with this. It is an excellent looking weapon.

Pudao.

>>78011
fuck yeah changing ma vote to Pudao

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/17(Tue)12:34 No. 78083 ID: 426169
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Mu trained under master Kubai for many years, learning from his skill and wisdom and perhaps most of all from his patience. His master taught him the arts of the pudao polearm as well as the art of medicine. During the long and frequent, Mu learned how to focus his Chi to strengthen his blows as well as an uncanny ability to avoid his masters stick.

The time of Mu's studenthood has come to an end. As is the tradition of the temple, Mu must now venture outside the temple grounds to experience the world for one year's time. Only then Mu can make the choice between a life in the temple and a life in the living world.

Mu has been given a certificate of graduation as well as fifty silver coins to aid him on his travels.

On the eve of Mu's departure, master Kubai presented him with the Raven's Claw, a pudao crafted by the master smith Cheng-ji of Two Rivers, as well as a set of prayer beads he himself had made.

Among Mu's other possessions are a map of the kingdom, a leather satchel, a week's travel rations, a waterskin, monk's robes and straw hat given to him by Ling Pu the groundskeeper.


The sun rises amidst the mountain passes. It is time to leave.

Insomnia 2009/11/17(Tue)12:38 No. 78089 ID: 1c907d
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Check the map.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/17(Tue)13:27 No. 78108 ID: 426169
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Having said his farewells, Mu heads towards the village, examining his map. The map is somewhat old and worn, but still readable.

Hmm, let's see. We're here in the mountains, by the river. Which way should I travel to make a name for myself?

Go see the demon oracle.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/17(Tue)14:11 No. 78138 ID: 426169
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Demon Oracle, eh? You sure about that?

I guess I could list a few other possibilities. I could go up the river to the Ghost Springs. I could pay to get part of the way up, but the boatsmen never go all the way.
I could head downstream to the Shi inn, and maybe find out some rumors about what's going on out in the real world. Again, it's either walking or by boat, but that costs a few coins I guess.
I could try and cross the southern mountains, but I don't have enough supplies for that. I could buy more here in town.

Or I could go north to see this supposed "Demon Oracle" just like you suggested, Old Toad.

>>78138
Follow the river to the Inn, join adventuring party.

Trust me, if you're ever going to find your place in the world, you'll need to see the demon oracle. Sure, you could dick about in the affairs of mortal men... but come on, that's chump stuff. The oracle will set you down the path to true greatness!

Go to the inn first, for information. Hmm, go on foot.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/20(Fri)02:03 No. 79726 ID: 426169
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Ah, east. The direction of kings, erm. Is it not said, that the wisest man faces east in the... morning?

I'm pretty sure someone said that.

So... If I'm to be accepted as an instructor in the temple I need to make a name for myself out here in the real world. How should I do that? Slay a great beast? Win a hundred duels? Join the imperial army and become a war hero?

Most of the instructors have done something like that. I know master Hao Ru Gen first became famous after he defeated the wicked White Dragon of the West. Qin and Zhao were both war heroes, and Kubai dueled master Hao to a draw. Many years ago of course. I don't know what Lee Kim did, but Yu Rin is said to have broken ten thousand chairs against ten thousand heads. I asked him once and he said he stopped counting after a hundred.

So, Old Toad, any thoughts on that?

>>79726
I think we should just wander around until we just happen to do something great. Or at least until we see a long-term commitment that could lead to greatness. The path to a war hero is actually pretty boring when you're not fighting...

How about we become a famous explorer? Walk around the edge of the world? Climb the highest mountains?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/20(Fri)03:06 No. 79733 ID: 426169
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>>79732
I doubt I could walk around the edge of the earth in one year. That's gotta take like two or three.
But yeah, I guess I'll just wander until I find something interesting.

Speaking of which...

>>79733
I wonder who that is following us.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/20(Fri)03:14 No. 79736 ID: 426169
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>>79734
I do not know.
Whoever it is can't be very experienced at sneaking. Light footsteps.

How should I deal with this?

>>79736
It's probably some young student that grew enamored of you or something. Turn around and tell them to come out, you know they're there.

Turn a corner and stop. wait for him to turn the corner and confront him then. he won't see you coming.

Careful about the sun´s direction, you dont wana be caught because of your shadow.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/20(Fri)05:34 No. 79752 ID: 426169
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"Damnit, where did he go? He was right here."

DODGE ACROSS THE PATH

>>79752
*pop up* I still am. Why are you following me?

>>79752
That rock in the foreground has a face, move around to it and inspect it. Greet it, in fact.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)16:53 No. 81549 ID: 426169
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I know he's around here. He can't have run ahead, I'da seen him.

Maybe those bushes over there?

[It's currently in the middle of the night here. I'll keep this update session going for a few hours, but only if I actually have readers. If you're watching, lemme know, otherwise I'll be back later.]

Roll call? I'm here. Now the question that arises is... Or more, are...

1: Is this a cutscene?
2: If not, who are we controlling? Stalker, stalkee, or our own toad bodies?
3: Where the heck did he actually hide?

>>81550
Just checked in. Dunno what suggestions I'd give, but I'll try. Still there?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)18:18 No. 81553 ID: 426169
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[
>>81551
1. This ain't no cutscene, bitch. PRESS A!
I'll make a point to especially mention when cutscenes happen from now on, mkay.
2. Currently controlling PEASANT BOY
3. :P
>>81552
Still here. Superhuman game was going pretty well, too.
]

Hey, there's a hidden path here.

>>81553
Investigate the HIDDEN PATH, peasent-boy

>>81553
Check the path.

>>81553
He probably went that way. Follow!

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)18:32 No. 81557 ID: 426169
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>>81554
>>81555
>>81556
Man, this canyon is way long. Stupid monks.

What is the hidden path surrounded by? Any bushes or other similarily fuzzy/bushy things that a person could hide in? I want a description of the innards before we go in.

Okay, never mind. I posted too late. In that case, try to look up once in a while. Or else Rocks Fall Everyone Dies would suck. Or something else equally fatal falling from above.

>>81557
You've got footprints behind you, but I really don't see any in front of you. Maybe he didn't go this way...

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)18:44 No. 81564 ID: 426169
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[Mu]
>>81561
...re right, Toad. But I don't think the little twerp will notice that anytime soon.

Can we keep going? We still have a long way to go today. He'll be fine, it's only a short while back to town, he'll get hungry and go home before he ends up in any trouble.

>>81564
Yes, yes, we can continue on. Good job giving him the slip, though that doesn't seem to have been that mean a feat.

Nah, follow him. If you do it right you'll make another friend, and if he gets into trouble, well, you could start making a name for yourself as well here as anywhere.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)19:08 No. 81577 ID: 426169
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>>81567
Yeah, yeah. Thanks.

>>81569
Well I don't know. I don't really want a kid following me around. I mean, what if bandits ambush us? I could fight my way out, but not if I have to protect some sprog.

He'll find his own way home.

Fine, but don't blame me if he shows up a while later and totally screws you up. If he finds another way into your life, it'll probably be in a more intrusive fashion than the one I suggested.

>>81577

Perhaps you should confront him? Why is he following you?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)19:33 No. 81584 ID: 426169
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>>81583
I don't know, and don't really care. Probably some kid stuff.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)19:33 No. 81586 ID: 426169
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Ah, just you, me and the road, eh Toad?

[Animated]

Hey, what was that?

Go find whatever it was. I'm sure I won't be the only one telling you to do so.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)19:53 No. 81605 ID: 426169
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>>81590
Whatever it was it wasn't human. Gotta hurry.

>>81605
No time to waste! Gogogo!

See, you had to go down the canyon anyways. And then the kid will be in trouble anyways. And you'll have to save him anyways. See?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)20:16 No. 81613 ID: 426169
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The ground's too hard to leave tracks. The trail stops here.

A little ominous, don't you think?

>>81613
Peek down the side passage briefly. Perhaps he fled down it, since it is narrow and would block a large pursuer.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)20:45 No. 81636 ID: 426169
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>>81620
The ground softens up there again, and I'm not seeing his tracks. He probably didn't go that way.

>>81636
Crap, we'd better get in that cave then and save his sorry ass.

>>81636
Listen at the cave mouth for a moment, then enter stealthily, ready for a fight.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)21:19 No. 81662 ID: 426169
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>>81643
>>81640
Mu prepares for battle.
[Animated]

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)21:29 No. 81671 ID: 426169
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>>81643
I cannot hear anything from within, but I do smell smoke. Something is burning.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/25(Wed)21:31 No. 81673 ID: 426169
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Stupid peasant boy, I'm coming for you.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/26(Thu)18:28 No. 81894 ID: 426169
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I can hear someone moving in there. The smell of smoke is stronger, but not strong enough to cover the smell of decay and filth. Wretched.

>>81894
What's the writing on the wall say?

>>81894
Make note of the tripwire, though you aren't near it yet.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/26(Thu)18:47 No. 81902 ID: 426169
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>>81896
I don't recognize the script.

>>81898
Blimey, wouldn't have noticed that in the dark.

>>81902
Examine the skeleton with the armor

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/26(Thu)19:05 No. 81907 ID: 426169
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>>81903
Looks like an officer's armour. Looks like it's been here awhile.
It's all corroded around the neck there. Looks like there's some writing but I can't make it out.

>>81907
And the other skeleton?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/26(Thu)19:18 No. 81914 ID: 426169
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>>81908
This one looks younger than the armoured one. I don't see any traces of clothing, but... yup, there's a cut in one of the ribs, right behind the heart.

>>81914
Proceed, avoiding the tripwire. Be careful also not to disturb the windchimes hanging from the ceiling.

Is there a barrel or something in the corner?

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/26(Thu)19:32 No. 81921 ID: 426169
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>>81915
I'm... not exactly sure what that is. It's like a box that's prodded a little bit open.

>>81921
Ignore it, then. Could be a trap.

>>81922
Oh, on closer inspection it's attached to the tripwire. So it is in fact a trap.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/26(Thu)20:18 No. 81940 ID: 426169
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Right, trap. Ignoring.


Voices.

"...can't do this to me! I'll"
"Oh will you give it a rest, already. I gotta get dinner ready by the time the missus comes home or I be in all flavours of trouble."

>>81940
Wait a bit. It may seem like a cliche "I've captured you, so now I'll eat you" thing, but it might not. If the thing starts to put the boy in the pot, intervene.

Might I interject with a word of caution? He mentioned his wife will be coming home. We have no idea when this is; she could be here any minute and would ambush us from behind. Enter the room, and ask what he plans to do with the boy.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/26(Thu)20:52 No. 81980 ID: 426169
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>>81952
Right, no time to waste. I'll try to be tactful.




"Foul beast, unhand the boy!"
"Oh would you look at that. More dinner guests."
"Dinnewhat?"

>>81980
His motivation is clear now. Proceed with administering lethal force!

>>81983
His motivation is NOT clear. "dinner guests" could either mean guests for dinner, or more food. We Don't know which one. Ask him what he means by "dinner guests".

Compromise and administer non-lethal force, then.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/26(Thu)21:17 No. 82008 ID: 426169
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>>81987
"What do you mean by dinner quests?"
"Why, I was going to cut up tiny pieces of you for the stew, then serve it for dinner for me missus. Might even let you have a taste. I'm friendly like that, the missus always says. Won't you stay for dinner?"

>>81983
>>82000
More specific, please.

>>82008
Keep asking him questions. Distract him while you release the boy from the prison. Ask him how much of you he needs.

>>82008
Uh, lethal force would be, for instance, stabbing him in the eye with your spear.

Non-lethal force would be knocking him out by blunt trauma to the head via fists or the non-pointy side of your weapon.

I think it's safe to say we should just kill him though. Test his defenses first with some quick pokes before attempting a strong hit.

>>82013
His posture does suggest he's about to leap at you, though. Try to anticipate this, and just put the spear in his way.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/26(Thu)22:04 No. 82062 ID: 426169
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>>82013
He keeps his distance, I can't hit him from over here.
>>82015
No doubt.
>>82010
"So, uh. How long have you been married?"
"I don't see how that's any concern of yours, longshanks. You wouldn't be trying to distract me with questions while you free my dinner, would you? We can't have that now can we."
Damn.

>>82062
"YOUR dinner? I thought I was your dinner."

>>82062
If he won't let you get within striking distance, try to force him into the tunnel. He might have some difficulty avoiding both you and the traps.

Nahkh!7BHo7QtR6I 2009/11/26(Thu)22:56 No. 82089 ID: 426169
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[animated]
Disappeared? What sorcery is this?

>>82089
Not disappeared. He's above you, or behind you. Dodge to the left.