If this Storkules guy can move the planet then what does it say that Ghenghis Khan and Shego have higher martial? Are they both so skilled that the laws of physics just give up, anime-style?

EDIT: Never mind, QM explained above me.
 
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To address this real fast, to our north is the Drossel domain, which is ruled over by robots 40K years from the future who believe that they're still in a war with mankind (the show they're from is called Fireball, it's mainly short sketches). Toffee is to the south, the section next to Doomtown that's not Zaibatsu.

Edit: If you go into Informational, there's a numbered map that's easier to read than just going off the color key.
I'd rather not. The zaibatsu are powerful enough to put up a good fight, and they're not doing much harm where they are. At least, not to us.

Toffee is actually to our south, holding much of the American states of Arizona and New Mexico. Not that this changes the problem, of course.

I blame the ambigous colors of the map for that confusion...although Toffee being to our south better, since we might be able to get Shegos help against him if things get rough.

As for the Zaibatsu, I too prefer leaving them be for the time being on account of them being both Yakuza and Cyberpunk Corp - not a nice mix at all.
 
Well that went pretty well and there shouldn't be any problem having Janna excavate the temple next turn, assuming that it's an Occult option of course rather than say a Stewardship one
Even if it's a Stewardship action, Janna with a +40 on the die roll beats anyone else we could assign. The only complication is that we'll probably want to take a double-action action next turn, and it might be the Stewardship double-action action.

So, that quest brought good-ish fortune, despite how bipolar some of our rolls were. We got a lead on Donald, collected some fine treasures (with more a distinct possibility even), a strong in for Occult stuff and a possible new Quest in the form of whatever is hidden in Xanadu (although Genghis Friggin Khan being worried at the meare mention is rather concerning)...so all in all, it was a net gain.
To be fair, Genghis Khan's historical approach to being a smart man in charge of an empire in a world where Occult scores exist and he didn't have one was to, y'know... fear and avoid it.

We seem to take the opposite approach, the gleeful "Any sufficiently analyzed magic is indistinguishable from SCIENCE!" stance.

I'd like to assure everyone that I'm not being cheeky with the description of Felldrake. He really can't betray you unless his wielder does, and the loyalty listed on the hero sheets is accurate. I'm not going to say "surprise! They actually had an invisible -50 all along!" I might say -50 (???), but you'll always know that something is modifying their loyalty.
OK yeah.

On the other hand, that doesn't mean he doesn't have some kind of problematic agenda that comes to rise at a later time.

Remember though: He CAN'T betray us unless his Wielder does. And the QM already confirmed that that Statement was no attempt to mislead us.
Let's just say that I can reasonably foresee circumstances under which, if Felldrake really wanted to, he could probably persuade Janna to betray us if it was cool enough. She won't do it right now, but it's... plausible, given my take on the character and given just how much he can offer her in principle.

I'll feel better about Felldrake when we have Grunkle Malifishmertz to keep an eye on him, to say the least.

I'm not saying that a betrayal is certain, or will happen soon. But if we find a way to restore him to a body? All bets are off.

Also, remember that in canon Felldrake's agenda was directly antagonistic to that of Donald and the Caballeros. We may end up in conflict with them at some later time, as a result of following his advice or pursuing goals he wants achieved.
 
Let's just say that I can reasonably foresee circumstances under which, if Felldrake really wanted to, he could probably persuade Janna to betray us if it was cool enough. She won't do it right now, but it's... plausible, given my take on the character and given just how much he can offer her in principle.

I'll feel better about Felldrake when we have Grunkle Malifishmertz to keep an eye on him, to say the least.

I'm not saying that a betrayal is certain, or will happen soon. But if we find a way to restore him to a body? All bets are off.

Also, remember that in canon Felldrake's agenda was directly antagonistic to that of Donald and the Caballeros. We may end up in conflict with them at some later time, as a result of following his advice or pursuing goals he wants achieved.
Hm. Well, I never watched the New Three Caballeros-Series, so I'll have to defer to your Knowledge on that last Point.

I agree that we should recruit Uncle Mali sooner rather then later though.
 
Let's just say that I can reasonably foresee circumstances under which, if Felldrake really wanted to, he could probably persuade Janna to betray us if it was cool enough. She won't do it right now, but it's... plausible, given my take on the character and given just how much he can offer her in principle.

I highly doubt this. Janna screwed with Max to find out what kind of evil Doof was and make sure we weren't truly heinous. Felldrake seems more in line with actual evil and cruelty which I doubt Janna is interested in.
 
So we now have two piles of magical items we'll need to examine now right?
I don't think that the pile we got from the Quest actually has anything magic in it beyond Felldrake
Appealing... though if we're sending Janna we might also want to send Max and Vanessa... poor Max.
Unfortunately Doof Troop only applies to quests rather than National Actions but Janna should probably be able to handle the excavation herself, assuming she actually does it

Though that reminds me, I kind of want to have Vanessa deal with the "resistance" next turn just to get it over with and we can do the Mongol training action the turn afterwards, alternatively we could do the training action this turn and have LOVEMUFFIN deal with them though that might not be the best idea
Let's just say that I can reasonably foresee circumstances under which, if Felldrake really wanted to, he could probably persuade Janna to betray us if it was cool enough. She won't do it right now, but it's... plausible, given my take on the character and given just how much he can offer her in principle.
While Janna is shady and more than willing to steal from people, especially her friends, her brand of evil is the mostly harmless kind and she's a long way off from betraying people she actually likes, or anyone she doesn't feel deserve some payback, in exchange for personal power, especially from a blatantly evil, the genuine kind, magic talking staff
I'll feel better about Felldrake when we have Grunkle Malifishmertz to keep an eye on him, to say the least.
Though I 100% agree with this
 
I highly doubt this. Janna screwed with Max to find out what kind of evil Doof was and make sure we weren't truly heinous. Felldrake seems more in line with actual evil and cruelty which I doubt Janna is interested in.

I kind of want to see Felldrake(mostly via Janna), Star, and Malifishmirtz tag-team an Occult enemy now.
 
Now that the quest has ended and you saw the results, I have to bring up how fantastic the Three Caballeros show is. It feels like classic Donald Duck with an adventurous spin. Good animation and a great voice cast too.

It's a gem that was especially hidden as a series exclusive to the Disney Life app in the Phillipines. Never got on television! It became popular online before eventually being thrown on to Disney Plus. Definitely worth looking into for those interested.
 
Hey now that we have evidence that two powerful occult heroes were able to live on after death through becoming ghost we have something that might interest Xanatos. A sane and reliable way to immortality. With both lifelike robots and genetic engineering in our toolbox it may even be possible to create artificial vessels to possess. Customized powers on command plus immortality sounds like a great draw for any of the Kings as well.
 
Now that the "paid vacationing" is over with, I really feel that Doof should set his efforts on fully toppling Judge Doom. The more his anti-toon policies are embraced by the public, the worse Doof's pro-toon policies look. Personally, I'd build up a small army and invade outright.
 
I highly doubt this. Janna screwed with Max to find out what kind of evil Doof was and make sure we weren't truly heinous. Felldrake seems more in line with actual evil and cruelty which I doubt Janna is interested in.
Hm. Maybe so.

On the other hand... let's just say that Janna Ordonia does not strike me as the kind of person who is super-resistant to the temptations of exceptional power. I could be wrong. Am I wrong?

If I'm not wrong, there is some valid reason to be concerned that Felldrake may be able to bribe Janna away from us with the lure of "do as I say and I will make you a mighty sorceress." Then again, maybe not. I don't know. I'm not saying it will happen, I'm saying we should be mindful that it's not impossible, and keep an eye out for the possibility.

While Janna is shady and more than willing to steal from people, especially her friends, her brand of evil is the mostly harmless kind and she's a long way off from betraying people she actually likes, or anyone she doesn't feel deserve some payback, in exchange for personal power, especially from a blatantly evil, the genuine kind, magic talking staff
I'd like to think so. Then again, the 'betrayal' in question might well just be "why don't you fuck off from this place and become an independent agent," which sounds like the kind of thing Janna might spontaneously decide to do anyway if sufficiently bored.

I'm not saying Janna will turn Doof into a frog, cast a spell that burns down our headquarters, and fly away cackling in a broomstick or anything.

But... let's keep an eye out for signs of things going sour here. Remember that Helldrake is what we got out of a quest where we rolled a lot of failures; I see no reason not to expect him to turn out to be a mixed blessing.

Hey now that we have evidence that two powerful occult heroes were able to live on after death through becoming ghost we have something that might interest Xanatos. A sane and reliable way to immortality.
That is... not a bad idea... though I don't know if Xanatos would be satisfied with being either a ghost or a self-aware inanimate object. Maybe combined with the 'robotic artificial vessel' idea he'd take it? Dunno. Not familiar enough with the source material.
 
That is... not a bad idea... though I don't know if Xanatos would be satisfied with being either a ghost or a self-aware inanimate object. Maybe combined with the 'robotic artificial vessel' idea he'd take it? Dunno. Not familiar enough with the source material.
I don't think he'd be satisfied with it, but my read on him is that he'd prefer either option to actually dying, and not just because those two are potentially improvable, so if he hasn't figured out a better method yet they could be bargaining tools at least.
 
I actually would really prefer it to stay the way it is. When I want to read the whole quest, I also want to be able to read the canon omakes that were written at the same times, since they often contribute context, characters, etc. Moving the canon omakes into a new section makes it much harder to view the updates and the omakes at the same time in the proper order. You'd have to jump back and forth and constantly check dates.
Yeah, when I was first reading the Quest, I had the sidestory threadmarks open in another tab and just checked the post number to read make sure I read them in order. I don't know how one is supposed to alter the order of threadmarks, though, so I haven't any advice on how the issue Made in Heaven mentioned could be fixed.
 
If she ever wants to become an independent agent, I'd help her. Nobody would really miss it if we helped her knock over Jamaica as her personal fortress of evil.
 
On the other hand... let's just say that Janna Ordonia does not strike me as the kind of person who is super-resistant to the temptations of exceptional power. I could be wrong. Am I wrong?

Honestly, yes. Janna doesn't strike me as someone who is after power but instead interest. She's into magic because it's cool and creepy, not because she wants to rule over people. That's not to say that there aren't temptations, but I don't think the focus on power is what drives her.

I'd like to think so. Then again, the 'betrayal' in question might well just be "why don't you fuck off from this place and become an independent agent," which sounds like the kind of thing Janna might spontaneously decide to do anyway if sufficiently bored.

I'm not saying Janna will turn Doof into a frog, cast a spell that burns down our headquarters, and fly away cackling in a broomstick or anything.

But... let's keep an eye out for signs of things going sour here. Remember that Helldrake is what we got out of a quest where we rolled a lot of failures; I see no reason not to expect him to turn out to be a mixed blessing.

Not untrue, but like, since joining us (after already being well inclined)-

Janna's first Job was for us to give her a credit card and go 'buy cool shit as this secret magic place.' Then she made friends with Max and Vanness. Then got to find out we were hilarious fun to pranking. She's got a lot of positive interaction, and cool stuff. I think 'becoming an independent agent will show you even more cool things*' is going to be a hard sell for her right now.

*Which is the temptation that I could see her caring about.
 
January/February 2016 Rival Reports
Xanatos Enterprises
[ ] Send an invite to Doofenshmirtz
85

You received a letter a couple days ago from Xanatos, inviting you to an 'auction for esoteric crafts' that would be taking place later in the year in October. You might want to set aside some time for that if you're interested in going.

Drakktech
[ ] Investigate Doofenshmirtz
DC 100
95+22+30+5=152
Spectacular Success

Greatest Rival Shego seems to have done some digging into affairs concerning you. It's not spying in the industrial sense, she's not digging into corporate secrets or anything, it's more like she just wants to know what the heck is up with you. Due to most of your backstory already being posted online, and dozens upon dozens of posts from your employees concerning your day-to-day affairs, it seems like she was able to assemble a fairly accurate picture of your whole deal, though you're not sure if that's a good thing or a bad thing.

Syndrome
[ ] Escape The Sands
DC 100
10+30=40
Critical Failure!

Syndrome was caught on film today clearly attempting escape from the Sands Casino. Having healed from his injuries, Syndrome was seen attempting to escape the Sands making use of a cobbled together energy emitter and prototype rockets made in a casino with a box of scraps from his previous outfit. Unfortunately for him, the hastily constructed rocket failed shortly after breaching the Sands roof, sending Syndrome plummeting back to the ground. While what you are now almost completely certain is a 'Syndroid' was wheeled out shortly after to confirm the 'accident' had left him unharmed, there has been no sign of the real Syndrome since. It seems likely he has been taken underground, likely forever. The lord of Kronos has fallen.

Kronos Corp
[ ] Unify the Board
DC 100
99+40+30 (???)+10=179
Incredible Success

Practically overnight, Kronos Corporation has reorganized under a new CEO. In a shocking development, the Kronos Board of Directors voted almost unanimously to declare Evelyn Deavor, previously in charge of the Devtech subdivision recently acquired by Kronos Corp, the new CEO of the technological juggernaut. Insider rumor is that the woman's control of the company has become ironclad with unprecedented speed. With Devtech having formerly been known for pro-cape sentiment, it is possible that Kronos will soon pivot away from its previous anti-super leanings.

Sinatron
[ ] Join Evelyn Deavor
DC 150
81+32+40+20 (Syndrome is disliked)+30 (???)=203
Great Success
The Kronos Corporation has finally recovered from the internal strife surrounding Syndrome's sudden disappearance by announcing its new CEO- Evelyn Deavor, formerly of Devtech. She is noted as having brought on Sinatron as an internal affairs advisor. It seems the robot recognized the futility of his current situation without outside aid, and decided to cut a deal. According to reports, the disruption at the Sands was nothing more than a way to develop buzz around the company and make it possible for Syndrome to quietly step down from active leadership while attention was elsewhere. Seeing as how there were no casualties, and that Kronos itself is now playing off the 'declaration for a Free Vegas' as a publicity stunt, there is very little to blame Sinatron for. Legally speaking he's committed no crimes, as the activities of AI are reflected back on their owner, and 'Syndrome' has publicly- if rather twitchily- proclaimed his acceptance of the move.

???
[ ] Rob the Philadelphia Mint
DC 100
57+42+50=149
Spectacular Success
The Philadelphia Mint was robbed of several hundred thousand dollars in antique coins and the die used to cast them by an unknown individual. The suspect, a costumed woman estimated to be in her early twenties with pale skin and white hair, began to sing as soon as SWAT members stormed the building. In a stunning turn of events the troopers stopped trying to detain her and instead helped her to escape not only the building but the city as well. When interviewed, members of the force stated that they didn't know what came over them and simply thought it was 'the right thing to do at the time'.

???
[ ] Expand operations into northern Texas
DC 90
51+29+18+8+4=110
Decent Success

The Middleton nootropics ring has started to distribute its wares in the northern reaches of Texas through the extensive use of its network of drones. Reports indicate that in addition to the highly addictive nootropic substance, other drugs are being distributed as well, such as an injection that can supercharge or flat-out grant superpowers, even removing limits on previously existing ones, though it comes with a slew of nasty side effects such as power incontinence, mental degradation, or flat-out death.

???
[ ] Build lots more robots for ???
DC 80
80+37+27+10+6=160
Critical Success

In cities surrounding Middleton, some of them as far out as the Kansas border, robots are becoming an increasingly common sight in abandoned buildings and factories. The oddly Aztec-themed constructs are not hostile unless engaged first, and while they're not much to write home about in combat- some videos online show thugs taking one on with nothing more than a baseball bat- they make up for that in sheer quantity. Whoever is making them clearly prioritizes numbers above all else.

Khan Industries
[ ] Research fusion power
DC 100
48+23+32+10+4=117
Decent Success

Khan Industries recently issued a press release detailing how they are moving forward with serious research into the field of nuclear fusion. CEO Shere Khan explained that he was inspired by his fellow industrialists' attempts to 'go green', declaring that his company would be perfectly willing to move with the times and modernize. He assured investors that oil would not be going anywhere as it is still a crucial commodity even when not being used as a fuel source. Preliminary reports suggest that scientists have made the first tenuous steps into unlocking the secrets of the process.

Nikola
[ ] Cause disturbances in Nevada
DC 80
27+33+50=110
Great Success

A new cape made a name for himself in the regions of eastern Nevada, not by committing several robberies of banks and jewelry stores, but by the way he responded to his attackers. The individual appears to have the ability to control and amplify electricity within a large radius, disabling any human pursuers with a form of paralysis that wore off minutes later. His response to incoming Omnidroids was to vaporize them from the inside. Kronos higher-ups report that the amount of energy required to do this is not insignificant, and while some commend the villain for holding back against human enemies, many are concerned as to what would happen if he doesn't.

Dawn Bellwether
[ ] Donate to the Judy Hopps Memorial Fund
DC 0
9+30+7=46
Great Success

Mayor Bellwether of Zootopia publicly donated a significant chunk of her last annual salary to the memorial fund for Judy Hopps, an officer killed in the line of duty by a predator gone feral. The fund is dedicated to protecting more prey animals from the ever-present threat of predators.

Doomtown
[ ] Blame Toons for Everything Going Wrong
DC 80
32+28+14+2=76
Bare Failure

Judge Doom's attempt to blame everything on the native Toon population of LA did not go over as successfully as he presumably hoped. While there were several legitimate concerns with the state of Toons in LA, the mayor was a bit too emphatic to blame them for things they had absolutely no control over for the sort of massive lynch mob he was hoping for. Still, he seems to have laid the groundwork for a larger-scale defamation campaign in the near future, having stirred up a few grumbles of discontent without actually succeeding in what he was trying for.

Random Event
1d100=11

Britta's Tacos was demolished today in what authorities are calling a 'freak burrito accident'. Police were quick to cordon off the area.
 
@Simon_Jester One thing you have to take into account is the loyalty bonus we're slowly building with Janna. We've likely got her at least up to 25 now, and I don't see that changing unless we do something truly reprehensible.
 
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