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Holding Out For A Hero: An Original Superhero Quest

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Another thing The metal Sculptures means we make our own hours and dont need to worry about a boss or someone of the like getting on our backs
 
[X] I sell metal sculptures online. It isn't a job with consistent hours, but the money's good when I sell, and I use the equipment in my workshop to create my weapons and armor. While I could go there over the weekend, the building is being fumigated, so no one is going in until Monday.
 
[x] I sell metal sculptures online. It isn't a job with consistent hours, but the money's good when I sell, and I use the equipment in my workshop to create my weapons and armor. While I could go there over the weekend, the building is being fumigated, so no one is going in until Monday.
 
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  • [x] I sell metal sculptures online. It isn't a job with consistent hours, but the money's good when I sell, and I use the equipment in my workshop to create my weapons and armor. While I could go there over the weekend, the building is being fumigated, so no one is going in until Monday.
    [X] I work as a bouncer at the Lucky 7s, a nightclub, with gambling in the VIP section. Having someone with super strength helps with throwing people out on their asses, and you can always overhear something interesting. Especially from the club's… less than legitimate clientele. Club's closed for renovations after some guy through a car threw the front door yesterday, but it'll be open again on Monday.
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Alright. I've almost finished the next post when Sonya gets home. I just need someone to roll for Mystic Arts.

As for why... don't worry about it.
 
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    • You open the door to your home. It's a relatively small home, due for a remodel and badly needs to be to have the weeds removed from the front yard, but it's comfortable, and is well built. You open the door and walk inside. You see Gwen sitting on the living room couch, playing with her iPad. When you open the door, she looks up. Seeing you, her eyes brighten. She tosses the iPad to the couch and waves at you.

    "Mom!" Gwen shouts. She runs to the front door. Her brown hair is wild, going in different directions. It likely hasn't been combed since yesterday. On the left side of her head, a bright blue butterfly hairpin is, what can only be described as trapped in her mess of hair. She's wearing a, powder blue and white stripped shirt, a pair of jeans, and a pair of white flip flops.

    "Gwen! How are you?" You say as you wave back.

    "Great" Gwen says.

    "You know, we can't go out with your hair looking like that" You say.

    "Why not mom? It looks fine!" Gwen insists, even as she pats down the side of her hair to try to straighten it out a little. Her hair pops back up to how it was before she even finishes pushing it down.

    "You know her, Sweetie, she isn't going to comb her hair without a fight" Adrian says, stepping out of the hallway leading to your bedroom. He's wearing a green mechanic's overalls with his name on it. There are a few stains on it, from countless fluids that have accumulated over the years. You've tried cleaning it out before, you even tried learning some spells to get those stains out. Which didn't end well.

    Well… at least you've finally fixed that hole in the roof.

    "Either way, you're gonna look nice when we go out. Because no matter what, I. Will. COMB. YOUR. HAIR! MUA-HA-HA-HA-HA!!" You throw your head back in the best evil laugh. You unleash small bolts of lightning, just to give your laugh to set the mood.

    Gwen's smile grows twice as big at your display. Then, her eyes narrow in determination "You'll never take me alive!" Gwen shouts before taking off deeper into the house. You could chase her easily , but you know she'll come out to try to comb her hair when you're about to leave.

    "Listen, Sweetie, Just… if you go out, if you are going to keep… doing what you're doing. Stay safe." Adrian says with a smile and he gives you a peck on the lips. "

    You look right at Adrian and nod. "I promise." You simply say.

    Adrian smiles at that. It's a small smile, but it looks like you've reassured him. "And promise me you'll have a great time at the movies" He says, his good mood returning.

    "Hey, that depends on the movie" You chuckle.

    Adrian leaves soon after, and you and Gwen are at home. You have until 11:15 before you have to leave to the movies, and it'll take that long to get Gwen to comb her hair. After that, you have the weekend to look forward to.

    Choose two actions

    [] Swing by the gym and work out. (Increases Strength or Speed)
    [] Take public speaking classes. (Increases Charisma)
    [] Go to the Neighborhood Beauty and Safety Association meeting on Saturday. You know Linda will be there and after she got the Association on you for your broken fence, you've been wanting to get your revenge. Oh, and you'd get to talk with some of your neighbors.
    [] Take yoga classes. (Increases Dexterity)
    [] Try to learn some more spells. (Attempt to learn a new spell)
    [] Meditate and study magical theory. (Increases Mystic Arts)
    [] Train with a sword and shield. (Increases Melee)
    [] Train in unarmed self-defense. (Increases Brawl)
    [] You know Gwen isn't going to start on her homework until tomorrow afternoon. Help her with it.
    [] Go out and fight more crime.
    [] Look up what villains are operating in Hartford. They famous ones usually stay up north, but it pays to know who you might be fighting.
    [] Take some time to relax.
    [] Write in.
     
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    • [X] Look up what villains are operating in Hartford. They famous ones usually stay up north, but it pays to know who you might be fighting.
    [X] Swing by the gym and work out. (Increases Strength or Speed)
     
    [X] Look up what villains are operating in Hartford. They famous ones usually stay up north, but it pays to know who you might be fighting.
    [X] Meditate and study magical theory. (Increases Mystic Arts)

    It looks like there's going to have to be some sort of balance between cape activities and civilian life. As for my choices, I'm going to assume that 'looking up' villains entails more than an internet search, because that taking a whole action is absurd. As for the last fight, it proved that magic is absolutely the biggest thing in our arsenal and something most of our 'mundane' opponents are going to no counter for, so we need to work on that.
     
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    As for my choices, I'm going to assume that 'looking up' villains entails more than an internet search, because that taking a whole action is absurd.
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    Correct. It's more than just clicking on the first link in a google search. You'll get general information for free. Alias, powers (or gear), general types of crimes, which neighborhood they're generally seen. That's public information for the known villians.

    As for what you'll do and what you can find will depend on some rolls down the line.
     
    [X] Look up what villains are operating in Hartford. They famous ones usually stay up north, but it pays to know who you might be fighting.
    [X] Meditate and study magical theory. (Increases Mystic Arts)
     
    [X] Go to the Neighborhood Beauty and Safety Association meeting on Saturday. You know Linda will be there and after she got the Association on you for your broken fence, you've been wanting to get your revenge. Oh, and you'd get to talk with some of your neighbors.
    [X] Meditate and study magical theory. (Increases Mystic Arts)

    Odds of another super housewife?
     
    [X] You know Gwen isn't going to start on her homework until tomorrow afternoon. Help her with it.
    [X] Look up what villains are operating in Hartford. They famous ones usually stay up north, but it pays to know who you might be fighting.

    Let's build up slowly yeah? Info on villains and get some muscle in us first.

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    Right then so we have to make sure our little girl is growing up alright. Otherwise, no use protecting anything in this community really. Spend time with her and take some time to look at the villains. Aka Helicopter Mom...with more Knight powers
     
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    Correct. It's more than just clicking on the first link in a google search. You'll get general information for free. Alias, powers (or gear), general types of crimes, which neighborhood they're generally seen. That's public information for the known villians.

    As for what you'll do and what you can find will depend on some rolls down the line.
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    Yeah, that's fair. Information is key, running into a fight not knowing what your opponent can throw at you is also known as 'losing'.
     
    [X] Take public speaking classes. (Increases Charisma)
    [X] You know Gwen isn't going to start on her homework until tomorrow afternoon. Help her with it.

    More CHA is always helpful for a superhero, and it's important to be there for your kids, otherwise they grow up to be supervillains.
     
    [x] Go to the Neighborhood Beauty and Safety Association meeting on Saturday. You know Linda will be there and after she got the Association on you for your broken fence, you've been wanting to get your revenge. Oh, and you'd get to talk with some of your neighbors.
    [x] You know Gwen isn't going to start on her homework until tomorrow afternoon. Help her with it.
     
    [x] Go to the Neighborhood Beauty and Safety Association meeting on Saturday. You know Linda will be there and after she got the Association on you for your broken fence, you've been wanting to get your revenge. Oh, and you'd get to talk with some of your neighbors.
    [x] You know Gwen isn't going to start on her homework until tomorrow afternoon. Help her with it.
     
    [x] Go to the Neighborhood Beauty and Safety Association meeting on Saturday. You know Linda will be there and after she got the Association on you for your broken fence, you've been wanting to get your revenge. Oh, and you'd get to talk with some of your neighbors.
    [x] You know Gwen isn't going to start on her homework until tomorrow afternoon. Help her with it.

    Parent by day, after all. We do our heroing by night, and we're not legit, so we need to maintain our cover.
     
    [X] Go to the Neighborhood Beauty and Safety Association meeting on Saturday. You know Linda will be there and after she got the Association on you for your broken fence, you've been wanting to get your revenge. Oh, and you'd get to talk with some of your neighbors.
    [X] You know Gwen isn't going to start on her homework until tomorrow afternoon. Help her with it.
     
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    • [X] Go to the Neighborhood Beauty and Safety Association meeting on Saturday. You know Linda will be there and after she got the Association on you for your broken fence, you've been wanting to get your revenge. Oh, and you'd get to talk with some of your neighbors.
      [X] You know Gwen isn't going to start on her homework until tomorrow afternoon. Help her with it.
      [X] Look up what villains are operating in Hartford. They famous ones usually stay up north, but it pays to know who you might be fighting.
      [X] Meditate and study magical theory. (Increases Mystic Arts)
      [X] Look up what villains are operating in Hartford. They famous ones usually stay up north, but it pays to know who you might be fighting.
      [X] Swing by the gym and work out. (Increases Strength or Speed)
      [X] Go to the Neighborhood Beauty and Safety Association meeting on Saturday. You know Linda will be there and after she got the Association on you for your broken fence, you've been wanting to get your revenge. Oh, and you'd get to talk with some of your neighbors.
      [X] Meditate and study magical theory. (Increases Mystic Arts)
      [X] You know Gwen isn't going to start on her homework until tomorrow afternoon. Help her with it.
      [X] Look up what villains are operating in Hartford. They famous ones usually stay up north, but it pays to know who you might be fighting.
      [X] Take public speaking classes. (Increases Charisma)
      [X] You know Gwen isn't going to start on her homework until tomorrow afternoon. Help her with it.
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    In the course of the day, you get a text message from. Absentmindedly, you open your phone. You see that Jasmine sent you a few links.

    "Hey, Sunny, just found some articles you might be interested in"

    www.hartfordpulse.com/news/crime/attempted-murder-stopped-by-citizen
    At 5:30 this morning, a driver opened fire onto another motorist on Highway 86, only to be thwarted by a third party. The shooter was apprehended by the police, who arrived onto the scene shortly after the altercation.

    Juan Lara, who is wanted for several counts of murder an allegedly a member of the criminal organization, The Coalition opened fire on another motorist identified as Brian Levin, who was stated to be a witness, expected to testify against Melissa Braunson, a known associate of Lara. At this time, the police have not offered any confirmation as to the reason for as to why Lara opened fire.

    After a high-speed chase, a third party, who was identified as a male wearing full plate armor and carrying a sword and shield, rode onto the scene on an old motorcycle. The unidentified male then stabbed Pena through his windshield, forcing his vehicle off of the road.

    What followed was a brief confrontation, in which Pena manifested his Power, increasing in size and presumably strength. However, he was unable to penetrate the unidentified male's armor, who then called down a lightning bolt in order to incapacitate Pena. The unidentified male then fled the scene before police could arrive.

    The police currently have Lara, as well as his son, Matthew Lara, who was in the vehicle, in custody. The police have also released a statement requesting that if the unidentified male turns themselves over for questioning in regards to the incident.

    The police have issued a statement calling for this possible Vigilante to turn themselves in, offering immunity from prosecution in exchange for their testimony. Brian Levin could not be reached for comment.
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    www.sonews.com/crimewatch/another-vigilante-begins-operaing-in-hartford
    Hartford has long been the home of an underfunded and undermanned police force, even taking into account the number of Heroes that assist them in combating crime. However, crime is still rampant in the city. At 6:00 AM, Juan Lara, a hitman, opened fire at another motorist Brian Levin on Highway 86. However, he was stopped by what appears to be a vigilante.

    With police, and hero Starhammer, still minutes away, an unidentified individual in a suit of armor and riding a motorcycle stopped Lars's vehicle, a 2007 Ford Marshall SUV. Afterwards, Lara and the Vigilante engaged in a brief fight which left Juan unconscious, and is now in a prison hospital suffering from second degree burns, as well as a broken foot.

    "I don't see fighting on the streets that often." Said Franklin Waters, a resident of Haven's Way, and witness to the altercation. "At first, I thought the guy was struck by lightning"

    The unidentified individual fled the scene before police could arrive, fueling speculation that they may be a vigilante, as it's unlikely that one would don a suit of armor, unless they were participating in the Hartford Society of Creative Anachronism.

    The Police have issued a statement calling for this possible Vigilante to turn themselves in, offering immunity from prosecution in exchange for their testimony. Brian Levin could not be reached for comment.
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    www.capewatch.com/vigilante/famous-local-vigilante-arrested-last-night
    Last night, one of the oldest recognized vigilantes that are still operating in Hartford has been arrested.

    Deprived, now known as Julius Simmons, a 52 year old resident of the Trentwood neighborhood in Hartford. Ten years ago, he gained notoriety for not only his brazen attacks on the criminal element, but also by doing so without powers or equipment, preferring to rely on his skills, and on enemy equipment found at the location of his attacks.

    In recent months, he has become less and less active. It has been speculated that it was because of various injuries, as well as advanced age. Whatever the reason, Deprived's story came to an end for now, as the police raided his home and arrested him in a late night raid at his home.

    With Deprived arrested, that leaves a question as to what comes next for the vigilante community. Several established names have already started becoming more active, with more just starting their vigilante careers, likely in hopes of capturing some of the spotlight. For instance, at least one Vigilante burst onto the scene by calling a bolt of lightning that could be seen for miles, when fighting their first criminal, a hitman names Juan Pena.

    The police are still questioning Deprived as to the full extent of his activities, as well as possible accomplishes, though there is no word as to how cooperative he is.
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    An immunity deal, acknowledgement that we put our guy in the prison hospital, and the understanding that vigilantes tend to get nabbed.

    Seems like the law and order crowd is sending a message of their own.
     
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    An immunity deal, acknowledgement that we put our guy in the prison hospital, and the understanding that vigilantes tend to get nabbed.

    Seems like the law and order crowd is sending a message of their own.
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    Pretty much.

    The police's general policy for new Vigilantes is "Play by our rules, and we'll look the other way. Just don't do it again. Or at least go legit. If you don't, well, you don't want to end up in a cell"
     
    Agent 99 said:
    Pretty much.

    The police's general policy for new Vigilantes is "Play by our rules, and we'll look the other way. Just don't do it again. Or at least go legit. If you don't, well, you don't want to end up in a cell"
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    Does seem kinda dirty pool to arrest someone after they've more or less retired. Then again, cops in a supers setting probably have to play a little dirty if they're going to live through stuff. It's kinda a garbage thing to do, but I don't exactly blame them?
     
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    • It's Saturday night when you get to the Southlake Public Library, where the Neighbor Beauty and Safety Association has their monthly meeting. The Library is a large building, with a large glass window on the side facing the window, displaying rows and rows of books. The rest of the building is made of stone, with then name of the library on a sign near the top of the building. From here, you see that the library is mostly abandoned, save for a librarian, and a couple of people taking advantage of the free wi-fi. The library is across the street from a strip mall, a grocery store, and an abandoned building nestled behind the grocery store.

    As you pull up the library, you see a half a dozen cars here already They're a group of people from around the neighborhood "Dedicated to promoting our neighborhood, and making sure that when people think of it, they see the best." In practice, they had two functions. The first was of the neighborhood watch. Patrol around the neighborhood at night, report suspicious activity to the police. The second, and more annoying function was to "Enforce the standards of living in our neighborhood" That generally means that each person writes a letter to the city when someone's grass gets too high, or when their fence gets too broken up, or if you're too loud. Then you get a letter from the city saying to cut your grass or whatever the problem is or get a fine.

    It's mostly boring, and you'd never know about it if it wasn't for... Linda, who called the city on you when your fence was broken. Sure, you may have gone overboard when teaching Gwen how to throw a baseball. Maybe used a little more super strength than you needed to. Maybe you didn't get around to fixing it for a little while. But still, calling the city on you? That was a low blow.

    Still, membership is open to anyone that lives in the neighborhood, and "shows up to them meetings" so you can just go on in, and you do so, entering the building, passing the bored looking librarian who seems to be playing on a laptop. He doesn't even look up as you pass. Eventually, you walk to the conference room that the association rents out from the Library. At least, you think they rent it out. It's possible that they just show up and no one's stopped them yet.

    The library is large, easily several hundred feet across, which makes it seem even emptier. When you walk into the Conference Room, you get your answer. Apparently, about a couple dozen people. Maybe more. You know a few people here. You also recognize a lot of faces, but can't put any names to them. Pretty much everyone is wearing casual clothes. T Shirts, blouses, jeans, along with the occasional dress or polo shirt. You see... Logan? Larry? Someone fiddling with a projector near the back wall. You see Catherine, at least you think her name is Catherine talking with a couple of other neighbors about the mall that is closing down.

    While you're try to remember if you've seen the man laying out the snack, Summer Sausages, cheeses, and crackers, you hear a voice. 'Oh good lord, it's you" The voice sounds like it's owner just stepped in something unpleasant. You, look around and see Linda, who had been talking to another woman before she noticed you.

    "Are you sure you should really be here? Shouldn't you be at home, trying to keep that brat of yours in line?"

    "Considering that the only reason that Gwen went over to your place was because your kid stole Gwen's bike, it's her own fault" You say coldly. Back during the summer, Linda's girl... you don't know her name, just that it starts with an "S" and she's two years older than Gwen, stole Gwen's bike. A bike that you had just bought for Gwen. And while Linda's girl was showing "her new bike" off to her friends, Gwen followed them to Linda's house and tried to steal the thief's bike for revenge, but she got caught. But when Linda's girl jumped off of the bike and rushed Gwen, Gwen slipped past her, got her original bike back, and rode back home.

    [] At least Gwen got her bike back and got home safely. Linda's girl really likes to punch.
    [] That's my girl!
    [] She should've come to me first. Maybe we could've talked things out with Linda.
    [] I wish that Gwen had worn a helmet when she was stealing back her bike.
    [] I told her that if it happens again, break the chain off of the other bike so they can't chase you.
    [] … I'd have probably done the same thing if someone stole my bike, so I can't blame Gwen.
    - [] Especially since I literally dress in a suit of armor and fight crime.

    "Why you, if you-" She starts before one of the women she was talking to puts a hand on her shoulder and shakes her head.

    "Look, whatever your problem, it isn't worth it to start dragging that shit up here" The friend says, with a concerned look on her face.

    Linda looks to you, then her friend, then back to you. She clearly wants to say something else. She's clenching her teeth while trying to stare holes into you. But eventually turns her nose up at you. "Alright, I'll be the bigger person. This time" and walks away to find a seat. Her friend looks back at you for a second, and mouths "I'm sorry" and walks to follow Linda.

    You sigh and find your own seat. The meeting doesn't start for another ten minutes and you already have a headache.

    []Talk to a few people here. (Roll For Charisma) Bonus to Civilian Contacts on success
    [] Listen to the meeting, paying special attention to the recent criminal activity.
    [] Linda's roof has been missing tiles for weeks. Try to get the Association to start to take action against her. (Roll for Charisma. Feeling of Satisfaction on success)
    [] There has to be some books about magic in here somewhere. Slip out of the meeting and take a look around.​
    [] Just sit in the meeting and relax.
     
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