War Of Provinces [dead]

"Thank you." I say, before looking around for a stall that might be selling some cheap food.

 

You travel around the cave, also noticing that the streams of black water seems to have decreased in volume. You spot your army resting near where you left off, with a downed expression on their faces. When they spot you, they rise in cheer and salute you. One soldier remarks that he thought you were dead.

"HOW NICE OF YOU, TSU, BUT SADLY MY FACTORY IS RUNNING AT 103.61% EFFICIENCY CURRENTLY."

"Very well. Salyti, please wait outside my door for... just five hours, alright?"

Your soldiers follow the martial arts trainer inside the door, while you rest outside in the lobby.

A man talks to you while you wait. "Have you really sent your army under the instruction of Mrs. Choppr? I heard she's... unpredictable with her students..."

You head down to the docks for a seafood stall, as Selchar's chefs love seafood.

A cook runs up to you. "Robert! How nice it is to have you back! Please do taste our new grilled salmon recipe, with caught wild salmon straight from the rivers of Wynn. Absolutely free for you!"

 

I laugh and fill them in on what happened

 

*shrugs*
Call back my army and have them rest. Then go to the governers.

 

Unpredictable how?

 

"You're too kind." I say, before trying one out.

 

You tell them the whole story. Their faces turn from fearful to relieved.

"Well, since we set out on this journey to heal Aldorei of its small decay of nature, we should finish the roots of decay in the town once and for all!" Your whole army cheers.

You find your army... in "hibernate" mode. You also notice the piles of leather armor beside them. Must've been the work that tired them out. You turn each mech back on and call them to rest.

You head to the government building. Asner's assistant opens the door and directs you to his office, where he is waiting.

"Yo, Tsu. You talked to the big brain?"

The man shrugs.

"That's what the rumors have been saying. I'm gonna tell ya, doesn't she look a bit too menacing? Especially that crystal-ion saber she carries around hidden in her waist. Have you seen that?"

"Thank you, sir. He directs you to his stall, where the aroma of freshly grilled salmon overcomes you. Your tongue waters.

The cook serves you a plate and you snack on the salmon.

[RNG for usefulness 2-13] = 4

You smack your lips. It wasn't as much delicious as you expected, however. (+4 HP)

Robert has 20/25 HP and 45 AS, and 10e.

 

"Hopefuly. I spotted a path in the cliffs that might lead back to Aldorei that i suggest we take" if they a gree i take a path in the cliff

 

"Yes."
"It'll help us against Fruma, as it already has some grudges against them."

 

“Well, I am not the one going through training so, I’ll just put my trust in her”

 

"Thank you for the meal good sir." I say. "Oh, and I will be leaving on another short trip in a while. I figure this time I should tell people so I won't cause an unfortunate panic like the last time."

 

They agree, as they want to head home as soon as possible.

You scale the path with minimal troubles, although it is a somewhat energy-consuming hike. As you reach the summit, you look down upon Aldorei. You notice that there seems to be a dark aura based near where a familiar pond would have been.

Might be a good time to use the giant pack of decay antidote.

Asner strokes his beard, that you haven't noticed before. Well, now you know your leader's gender.

"Hm, I dunno. We tryna deal with two provinces, both Wynn and Gavel, and I really don't think we should bring another one into all this. As much as I want Fruma to listen to us and accept our ways... well, you know. Besides, we pretty much know nothing about Fruma, other than their queen is a wacko. There's a reason why they knocked you out while transporting you to the queen.

"Also, Tsu, if ya haven't heard. there have been several rebel uprisings in our Llevigar. We took care of them, easy-peasy, but you never know what Gavel will do." Asner sighs. "I hope you understand."

Asner gazes out the window. "Sometimes I wonder why we are even fighting..."

The man shrugs again.

"Well, it was nice meeting you. I have to go back home for some work." The man leaves the temple.

You wait a couple more hours until you hear a door opening. You turn around to see your soldiers slumping out the door, clearly tired, followed by Ms. Choppr.

"I must say, Salyti, these men were in the worst shape I've ever seen. Now now, they're all yours. I have trained them enough as necessary." (+7 AS) The woman heads back inside her door, after she whispers something in one of your soldiers' ears.


Salyti has 23/25 HP, 41 AS, and 17e

The cook laughs heartily. "Of course, of course. Please do come again." The cook heads to his kitchen.

 

I walk around town for a bit to see if anyone needs any help.

 

“Okay everyone! Go get some rest!” I shout to my soldiers, “you!” I point to the soldier she whispered to “We need to talk”

 

"Are you calling it off then?"

 

I'd like to first visit someone who could try to replicate the antidote, probably an alchemist if we have one of those in Aldorei

 

o no I didn't reply to this in a full day

(i seem to have run out of any ideas for mini-quests so i'm just gonna use a Wynncraft one but it's slightly different)

You find the hourglass boy sitting dejectedly in front of the giant hourglass. You notice several cracks in the glass.

"Oh dear... my boss will certainly fire me for this..."

Your soldiers head down to rest, while the suspicious soldier comes up to you.

"Y-yes, sir?"

"I'd say we'd wait until we get some actual information about Fruma. We also seem to have picked up some... distress near Bucie and Olux.

"All I'm saying is that our taking of Llevigar is a great accomplishment, but that has brought most of West Gavel on our tails. If they regain control of Llevigar, they'll consider us weak, and then there's no point in allying with Fruma. So I guess... yeah, pretty much calling it off until the right time."

It looks like Asner's mind is set.

You and your army climb down the cliffs to the alchemist's house. She seems to be in a dejected mood. Her face does light up when she sees you.

"Oh, hello Blue Battle Sage! We haven't heard from you in days!"

 

"Walk with me" I tell him, so none of the other soldiers hears us "What did she whisper to you?"

 

Inform the factory

 

"Uh... S-she told me... t-to tell you that... um..."

The young soldier takes a deep breath.

"Sir, I shall tell you the truth. Choppr 'taught' us to devise a plan of mutiny to assassinate you, and the reason is unknown. I do not know about the other soldiers, but p-please do be aware whilst you rest next time." The soldier bows his head. "I-I'm sorry, commander."

Antikythera is back in its normal form.

"YEAH, ALRIGHT. I GUESS I UNDERSTAND THE PROBLEMS IN RUSHING A PROVINCE AS BIG AS FRUMA. WELP, THAT'S THAT, THEN. BUT WHEN THE TIME COMES, I'M READY."