Infernal Resurgence (Worm/Exalted)
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Armsmaster is the only adult in that situation and he knows that is the case, as far as I am concerned he deserves all the blame for that alone.
[X] Stay and meet the heroes.
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
[X] Stay and meet the heroes.
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
We should pick up our nail
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
We should pick up our nail
Yeah, Armsmaster respected her agency there. He should have stopped her.
I suspect if he did Taylor would have felt betrayed by the PRT and she would have gone villain another way.
Be that as it may Armamaster still acted with reckless disregard of the well-being of a minor in a way that directly profited him by allowing him to claim sole responsibility for the capture of Lung. Lets just say that last part does not incline me to be charitable of him.
- Pronouns
- He/Him
[X] Stay and meet the heroes.
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
I don't blame Armsmaster, because I don't believe there is a solution on his side. Different circumstances, different situation, different person? Sure, but that situation with Armsmaster. There isn't really anything Armsmaster could do that wouldn't cause Taylor to turn away from the PRT and join some group, and there wasn't really a valid hero group to turn to. The Undersiders were rather benign compared to the other groups in the city, as far as he's aware, and the empathic connection isn't something Armsmaster could forge, but Tattletale had already maneuvered to have one.
There were actions Armsmaster could have performed, but those actions no matter how I speculate wouldn't work. They'd fail. Even taking the credit of Lung was for the better of Taylor in her self proposed plan. This situation is sticky and tricky, and Armsmaster wasn't qualified to handle it.
I don't blame him, because there was no true solution. You could say Armsmaster should have done more, and I don't blame you. He effectively set her up for failure by not doing so, and yet even if he tried he would have still failed. Infiltration was going to happen, so Armsmaster not trying to keep a contact for her, is his one failing, she needed to have an anchor to make her realize the group was in the wrong. Even if said anchor would be unmoored by Tattletale, Armsmaster still should have tried to do so. That's incompetence not evil intent, so I don't see him in the wrong here.
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Us looking at this from the inside of Taylor's head would know she would not react well to pressure to join and that the Undersiders were more or less harmless. Armsmaster would know none of this, he would know Rachel was violent and a murderer already and he would be aware of just how little the PRT knew about the others. One of those 'others' was Regent, the clinical psychopath with body control powers. It is a minor miracle he was safe to be around.
To say he knew none of this is to say he didn't try to dissuade her, he did. It didn't work, and it was likely her facial reactions showed he wouldn't be able to dissuade her from that front. If we are to argue based on this point, we must admit Armsmaster is fully capable of reading facial cues even if his words aren't always nice.
I do not think his helmet device is that good, it gives him a read on how people feel, but that is not predicting the future on how they would react to a stronger pitch. Certainly it would be remarkable if he could read 'she is going to become a villain not matter what I do' on her face.
This topic is off topic from the quest, and we're not allowed to do a back and forth like this. If I continue to respond to your points, I worry mods may get involved, Is there a better place we can do this?
From experience I think we are fine, we are talking about Worm canon in a Worm quest, unless @Yzarc wants us to cut it out I do not think the mods would do anything. That said it is quite late for me and this is getting pretty far afield. Probably best to agree to disagree at least until we meet Armsmaster in quest and his character becomes more relevant.
thewhiteraven22
(Unverified Worm Fanatic)
- Pronouns
- He/Him
[X] Stay and meet the heroes.
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
[X] Stay and meet the heroes.
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
Yzarc
The Spark of Madness
This is automatic. You will pick it up before the heros appear if you vote for that. You will also avoid telling them about it.
Information: Soul Commerce
Yzarc
The Spark of Madness
Soul Commerce
Soul Commerce is the act of people making questionable bargains with questionable beings. What constitutes a contract/bargain is as follows.Terms: Terms can be that the parties must adhere to the "letter" or the "spirit". This depends on the negotiations.
Note: The Contractor, PC or otherwise, can NEVER Screw over the Contractee if the contract is in Spirit. If it is in Letter, the Contractor can ruleslawyer the contract.
Condition: The Contractee must fulfill the Task requested by the Contractor for a limited number of times as per the Terms, before the time limit if any, and then they get to enjoy the benefits with no further cost.
Note: Unless explicitly set, the time limit is usually "as long as the contract is completable." This can often mean that they have an infinite or practically infinite time to fulfill them.
Tasks: Tasks must always be Major. A Major task grants a person the equivalent of selling 10 points of the said person's soul. No task can be trivial and it must be something that progresses the Infernal's Agenda, Intimacy or general desire.
More than one Task Contract: No character can have more than one Task based Contract if a Task is pending completion. Geas and Soul sales are exempt from this.
Geas: As an alternative to doing a Task, the contract can restrict someone from doing something or making them keep doing something, offering their soul as collateral. Geas are divided into Minor and Major. Minor is the equivalent of selling 3 points of the said person's soul while Major is as above.
Failure: If they break this geas (Willingly or unwillingly, depending on the agreement), not only do they lose the benefit gained, but also lose a part of their soul to the Infernal equivalent to the cost of what they gained.
Soul Sale: Alternatively, the Contractor can outright sell a part of their Soul. All characters have a total of 10 Soul points per Dot of Willpower rating to a maximum of 100 soul points.
Cost: The cost for the benefit is always the xp cost of purchasing the said benefit. Each point of Soul sold grants experience at 1 Soul point = 1xp.
Limit: A person can only make a total 10 Soul points per Dot of Willpower rating worth of Geas Contracts and soul sales. This is their total potential and those soul points are then used and restricts the Contractee from selling or 'mortgaging' those Soul pieces. This does not apply to Task based Contracts.
Note: A piece of your soul absolutely counts as a mystic link to you and can be used like that. So be careful when selling parts of your soul.
Benefit: Contracts only give the benefits when the Contractee fulfills the conditions first. However for Soul sale or Geas, the effect is immediate. What benefits a Contractor can grant to a Contractee depends on the Contractor.
Speed: The speed at which the wish is granted is up to the conditions of the contract. If it is not negotiated, it is generally instant, unless limited otherwise by an Expansion.
Soul Shards: Each time the Infernal or a dark power gains a piece of a person's soul, they lower the difficulty to Socially influence that Character by -1 per 10 Soul Shards owned. People who sell off all their Soul points to a single being losing their souls and becoming Akuma. Selling to multiple buyers will not help as they can be traded.
Working off Debts: Geas contracts are permanent. However, a Contractee can "payoff" a Geass with the rewards earned by completing a task. A good way to empower minions is to have them take a few Geas and then empower them so that they can complete Major tasks for the Infernal. That way, the Infernal gets their plans progressed, get capable minions and the minions get to work off their debts or even purchase back their lost soul shards if the Infernal is willing. Akuma do not get this benefit. They are lost and any tasks they perform only allows the Infernal to empower them further.
Akuma
Akuma are people who have foolishly lost their entire soul to a dark being and have now become naught but puppets for their dark master. When a person becomes an Akuma, they are "reset". All their points are reset, they are Granted the effects of Voluntary Shapeshifting and Working for a Body Upgrade. They are automatically granted the Infernal's increasing Willpower rating and 100 soul points which their owner uses to change them as they see fit.Akuma are immortal and cannot be permanently killed without a Spirit killing charm. They can be brought back through a Sorcerous ritual carried out by their owner or their cultists. However, if the Owner is an Infernal with the right charms, then they can simply resurrect within the Infernal's Worldsoul. Each time they are brought back, the Owner can rebuild them as they see fit.
Akuma can never knowingly or willingly betray their owner, forced to obey their every order in both letter and spirit. All attempts to force them to do otherwise, magical and mundane will fail. Though their Intimacies remain unchanged, all others can be changed at the whims and fancies of their owner.
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- Pronouns
- Dark/Majesty
[X] Stay and meet the heroes.
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
-[X] Do so as Faust, a man in a Trench Coat.
Akuma's sound super useful get the "Deal with the Devil" charm and use it to grant homeless resources 1 for peoples souls.
Week 1: Turn 10
Yzarc
The Spark of Madness
06 January 2011
As Robin, more commonly known as Velocity, sped towards the warehouse, his form blurred with incredible speed. The aftermath of the clashes and the unsettling imprisonment of the screaming souls were beyond his immediate awareness.
1 + 1 (He is not hiding and all Superhuman modifiers do not apply due to Exalted)
Unbeknownst to him, Danny, in his transformed demonic state and bearing the burden of the tormented souls, sensed the approaching speedster, Danny able to perceive the approaching speedster as he was not attempting to hide his approach. Thus, taking a moment to collect himself, Danny retrieved the artifact and carefully secured it as he prepared to meet with the arriving hero, Velocity.
Lost 1 Willpower-> Now at 2/6. Use Cosmic Transcendence of Self.
Archetype changed from Director to Visionary.
With the artifact in hand, Danny composed himself after transforming back and walked towards the entrance of the warehouse. Danny's demeanor exuded a newfound calmness.
Just as Velocity reached the Warehouse, Danny stood ready to greet him. The speedster, witnessing the sudden appearance of Danny, adjusted his trajectory and skidded to a stop. In a display of excellent skill, Danny approached Velocity with a friendly demeanor.
"Hey there," Danny said with a welcoming smile, seamlessly adapting to Velocity's speedster pace. "You're quick on your feet, aren't you? I appreciate the prompt response."
Velocity, momentarily taken aback by the unexpected encounter, responded with a nod. "You're... not what I expected."
"It's been a bit of a night here," he remarked, acknowledging the surreal events that had unfolded. "Sorry if I was short with the Operator. It was a long day."
Velocity, still processing the unusual circumstances, responded, "It's fine. Help is on the way but what happened? It looks like there's more to this than meets the eye." He said, looking at some of the bodies.
With a measured tone, Danny began to recount the events, providing an overview of the clashes and the aftermath of the Merchants' activities. The artifact in his possession remained unmentioned as did the devouring of the souls, though Danny did give an abridged and……technically correct version of that.
v
1 + 1 v 0 = Danny 1
v
2 + 1 v 0 = Danny 4
v
1 + 1 v 1 = Danny 5
Matched Velocity's Willpower rating. He does not spend WP to resist as it is not against his intimacies.
"Call me Faust," he said with a friendly smile, extending his hand towards Velocity. "I've been trying to navigate the darker corners of Brockton Bay lately."
Velocity, intrigued by the name, met Faust's handshake with a firm grip. "Faust, huh? Like the legendary figure who made a deal with the devil? Interesting choice."
Danny chuckled, "Yeah, something like that. No devil deals here, just trying to make things right."
As Danny and Velocity continued their conversation, Danny decided to shed some light on the nature of his abilities. "You know, my powers aren't just about being a Brute or a Changer. I have this oath based ability. If people make promises, I can hold them to it and the repercussions of breaking those promises can be quite... significant."
Velocity raised an eyebrow, intrigued by this revelation. "Oath-based power, huh? That's unique. How does it work?"
Danny explained, "It's pretty straightforward. If someone breaks an Oath made before me, I can ensure they suffer from bad luck from that point onwards, well that and have them marked as an Oathbreaker for all to see. It's a way to ensure accountability, but it can also be a bit tricky to navigate ethically."
Velocity, sensing there was more to the story, probed further. "What do you mean by 'unlucky'? It is not a Master power is it?"
Danny smirked, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "No shaker. I used it to deal with the Merchants. I made them swear an oath to surrender immediately. Of course, they didn't keep their end of the bargain, and the consequences of breaking that oath were... let's just say, useful."
Velocity, disarmed by Faust's seemingly calm demeanor in the face of the extraordinary, grinned in response. Velocity couldn't help but chuckle. "You tricked them into making and breaking an oath. Clever move. I guess it's a creative way to use your power."
Danny nodded, his expression more serious now. "It was necessary. Sometimes you have to play the game by its own rules, especially when dealing with scum like the Merchants. It sent a message and bought some time for the people."
Velocity, understanding the complexity of the situation, replied, "Well, sometimes unconventional methods are needed. It sounds like you're doing what you can to make a difference, oath-based powers and all."
Danny sighed, "Yeah, but it's a double-edged sword. I have to be careful not to let the power corrupt me. It's a fine line to walk."
Velocity nodded in understanding, realizing that even those with extraordinary abilities had their own moral dilemmas to navigate. The conversation shifted, but the revelation of Danny's oath-based power lingered, Velocity not at all looking forward to the debriefing to come and the resulting Master or Shaker arguments.
v
2 v 3+1 = Danny 2
v
1 v 1 + 1 = Danny 3
Boch = Danny disagrees.
Velocity, his grin fading slightly, approached Danny with a determined look in his eyes. "Look, Faust, the Protectorate needs someone with your skills. You've got incredible abilities if you can take down an entire gang and a Tank, and we could use someone like you to make a real difference out there," Velocity said, his voice earnest.
Danny, however, crossed his arms, a hint of skepticism in his expression. "I appreciate the offer, Velocity, I really do. But I have plans. I don't need the Protectorate or any other organization telling me what to do." he replied, his tone firm.
Velocity tried to appeal to Danny's sense of duty. "Think about it, Faust. With the Protectorate, you won't be alone. We can provide resources, support, and a network of like-minded individuals. Together, we can achieve more than any one person can on their own."
Danny shook his head, a stubborn resolve in demeanor. "I've seen how these organizations work. They have their own agendas, and I'm not interested in being a pawn in someone else's game. I've got my own way of doing things, and I don't need anyone telling me otherwise."
Velocity sighed, realizing that convincing Danny wouldn't be an easy task. "I get it, Faust. But sometimes, working with others can amplify your impact. You don't have to do it alone. The Protectorate is about making a difference together, protecting people on a larger scale."
Danny, folding his arms, countered Velocity's pitch with a bitter tone. "Velocity, I appreciate the sentiment, but the Protectorate failed this city and all of us in it. The Docks were left to rot, overrun by crime and violence. Where were you when we needed protection the most? It felt like the Protectorate had abandoned the poorer parts of Brockton Bay."
Velocity winced at the bitterness in Danny's accusations but pressed on. "Faust, I understand your frustration, and I won't deny that mistakes were made. But the Protectorate is working to address those issues. We're constantly evolving, learning from our shortcomings."
Danny shook his head, his tone unyielding. "It's easy to talk about learning from mistakes, Velocity, but what about the people who suffered while you are figuring things out? The Protectorate should be there for everyone, not just the privileged parts of the city."
Velocity tried to argue that change was happening. "We're working on community outreach programs, trying to bridge the gap. It takes time to rebuild trust and make a lasting impact. We're committed to making things right for everyone in Brockton Bay."
Danny, however, remained unconvinced. "Actions speak louder than words, Velocity. I've seen too much talk and too little action. I can't entrust my abilities and efforts to an organization that hasn't proven it can truly protect the entire city, not just the parts that look good on paper."
Velocity, realizing the difficulty of defending the Protectorate's track record, sighed. "I get it, Faust. I can't change the past, but I believe in the Protectorate's potential to do better. If you ever reconsider, we could use someone like you to help shape a brighter future."
Danny took a step back, his expression serious. "Velocity, I appreciate the offer, but I've got my own plans. I'm plan to form my own team, and we're going to handle things our way. It's time to make a difference in Brockton Bay on our terms."
Velocity, respecting Danny's decision, nodded. "I understand, Faust. Everyone's got their own way of doing things. If you ever need support or assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. The Protectorate is here for the greater good, and we can provide resources and backup when needed."
Danny, however, had another piece of information to share. "That being said, I might drop by for power testing in the next few weeks. Just to see where I stand, you know? It's nothing guaranteed, but I just want to make sure my future team and I are well prepared for whatever comes our way."
Velocity, recognizing the olive branch for what it is, took it. "Absolutely, Faust. If you decide to come in, we'll be more than happy to assist."
Danny gave a nod of acknowledgment. "Thanks, Velocity. I appreciate that. I'll call you guys and who knows, maybe we'll find ourselves side by side down the line."
Velocity fought against his instincts to extended his hand and was careful not to make any promises. "Sounds good, Faust. I appreciate your honesty, and the door is always open. Best of luck with your team, and stay safe out there."
With that, Danny and Velocity parted ways, each heading down their own path.
GAIN: Knowledge of Squealer's Workshop. Can vote to loot it at the end of the Week.
Broke the Merchant as a gang. You also made the majority of those involved in the City's Drug trade break their oaths. This will have consequences. More on this at a later time. Expect this to explode in unexpected ways.
When Coil finds out about this, he will be worried. A Cape that can "Force" you to keep your promises? The Horror.
Choice time:
[] Lawyer and PI.
Or
[] Look up NEPEA-5 Bill.
or
[] Prepare to move Taylor home by the end of the Week.
As Robin, more commonly known as Velocity, sped towards the warehouse, his form blurred with incredible speed. The aftermath of the clashes and the unsettling imprisonment of the screaming souls were beyond his immediate awareness.
1 + 1 (He is not hiding and all Superhuman modifiers do not apply due to Exalted)
Unbeknownst to him, Danny, in his transformed demonic state and bearing the burden of the tormented souls, sensed the approaching speedster, Danny able to perceive the approaching speedster as he was not attempting to hide his approach. Thus, taking a moment to collect himself, Danny retrieved the artifact and carefully secured it as he prepared to meet with the arriving hero, Velocity.
Lost 1 Willpower-> Now at 2/6. Use Cosmic Transcendence of Self.
Archetype changed from Director to Visionary.
With the artifact in hand, Danny composed himself after transforming back and walked towards the entrance of the warehouse. Danny's demeanor exuded a newfound calmness.
Just as Velocity reached the Warehouse, Danny stood ready to greet him. The speedster, witnessing the sudden appearance of Danny, adjusted his trajectory and skidded to a stop. In a display of excellent skill, Danny approached Velocity with a friendly demeanor.
"Hey there," Danny said with a welcoming smile, seamlessly adapting to Velocity's speedster pace. "You're quick on your feet, aren't you? I appreciate the prompt response."
Velocity, momentarily taken aback by the unexpected encounter, responded with a nod. "You're... not what I expected."
"It's been a bit of a night here," he remarked, acknowledging the surreal events that had unfolded. "Sorry if I was short with the Operator. It was a long day."
Velocity, still processing the unusual circumstances, responded, "It's fine. Help is on the way but what happened? It looks like there's more to this than meets the eye." He said, looking at some of the bodies.
With a measured tone, Danny began to recount the events, providing an overview of the clashes and the aftermath of the Merchants' activities. The artifact in his possession remained unmentioned as did the devouring of the souls, though Danny did give an abridged and……technically correct version of that.
v
1 + 1 v 0 = Danny 1
v
2 + 1 v 0 = Danny 4
v
1 + 1 v 1 = Danny 5
Matched Velocity's Willpower rating. He does not spend WP to resist as it is not against his intimacies.
"Call me Faust," he said with a friendly smile, extending his hand towards Velocity. "I've been trying to navigate the darker corners of Brockton Bay lately."
Velocity, intrigued by the name, met Faust's handshake with a firm grip. "Faust, huh? Like the legendary figure who made a deal with the devil? Interesting choice."
Danny chuckled, "Yeah, something like that. No devil deals here, just trying to make things right."
As Danny and Velocity continued their conversation, Danny decided to shed some light on the nature of his abilities. "You know, my powers aren't just about being a Brute or a Changer. I have this oath based ability. If people make promises, I can hold them to it and the repercussions of breaking those promises can be quite... significant."
Velocity raised an eyebrow, intrigued by this revelation. "Oath-based power, huh? That's unique. How does it work?"
Danny explained, "It's pretty straightforward. If someone breaks an Oath made before me, I can ensure they suffer from bad luck from that point onwards, well that and have them marked as an Oathbreaker for all to see. It's a way to ensure accountability, but it can also be a bit tricky to navigate ethically."
Velocity, sensing there was more to the story, probed further. "What do you mean by 'unlucky'? It is not a Master power is it?"
Danny smirked, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "No shaker. I used it to deal with the Merchants. I made them swear an oath to surrender immediately. Of course, they didn't keep their end of the bargain, and the consequences of breaking that oath were... let's just say, useful."
Velocity, disarmed by Faust's seemingly calm demeanor in the face of the extraordinary, grinned in response. Velocity couldn't help but chuckle. "You tricked them into making and breaking an oath. Clever move. I guess it's a creative way to use your power."
Danny nodded, his expression more serious now. "It was necessary. Sometimes you have to play the game by its own rules, especially when dealing with scum like the Merchants. It sent a message and bought some time for the people."
Velocity, understanding the complexity of the situation, replied, "Well, sometimes unconventional methods are needed. It sounds like you're doing what you can to make a difference, oath-based powers and all."
Danny sighed, "Yeah, but it's a double-edged sword. I have to be careful not to let the power corrupt me. It's a fine line to walk."
Velocity nodded in understanding, realizing that even those with extraordinary abilities had their own moral dilemmas to navigate. The conversation shifted, but the revelation of Danny's oath-based power lingered, Velocity not at all looking forward to the debriefing to come and the resulting Master or Shaker arguments.
v
2 v 3+1 = Danny 2
v
1 v 1 + 1 = Danny 3
Boch = Danny disagrees.
Velocity, his grin fading slightly, approached Danny with a determined look in his eyes. "Look, Faust, the Protectorate needs someone with your skills. You've got incredible abilities if you can take down an entire gang and a Tank, and we could use someone like you to make a real difference out there," Velocity said, his voice earnest.
Danny, however, crossed his arms, a hint of skepticism in his expression. "I appreciate the offer, Velocity, I really do. But I have plans. I don't need the Protectorate or any other organization telling me what to do." he replied, his tone firm.
Velocity tried to appeal to Danny's sense of duty. "Think about it, Faust. With the Protectorate, you won't be alone. We can provide resources, support, and a network of like-minded individuals. Together, we can achieve more than any one person can on their own."
Danny shook his head, a stubborn resolve in demeanor. "I've seen how these organizations work. They have their own agendas, and I'm not interested in being a pawn in someone else's game. I've got my own way of doing things, and I don't need anyone telling me otherwise."
Velocity sighed, realizing that convincing Danny wouldn't be an easy task. "I get it, Faust. But sometimes, working with others can amplify your impact. You don't have to do it alone. The Protectorate is about making a difference together, protecting people on a larger scale."
Danny, folding his arms, countered Velocity's pitch with a bitter tone. "Velocity, I appreciate the sentiment, but the Protectorate failed this city and all of us in it. The Docks were left to rot, overrun by crime and violence. Where were you when we needed protection the most? It felt like the Protectorate had abandoned the poorer parts of Brockton Bay."
Velocity winced at the bitterness in Danny's accusations but pressed on. "Faust, I understand your frustration, and I won't deny that mistakes were made. But the Protectorate is working to address those issues. We're constantly evolving, learning from our shortcomings."
Danny shook his head, his tone unyielding. "It's easy to talk about learning from mistakes, Velocity, but what about the people who suffered while you are figuring things out? The Protectorate should be there for everyone, not just the privileged parts of the city."
Velocity tried to argue that change was happening. "We're working on community outreach programs, trying to bridge the gap. It takes time to rebuild trust and make a lasting impact. We're committed to making things right for everyone in Brockton Bay."
Danny, however, remained unconvinced. "Actions speak louder than words, Velocity. I've seen too much talk and too little action. I can't entrust my abilities and efforts to an organization that hasn't proven it can truly protect the entire city, not just the parts that look good on paper."
Velocity, realizing the difficulty of defending the Protectorate's track record, sighed. "I get it, Faust. I can't change the past, but I believe in the Protectorate's potential to do better. If you ever reconsider, we could use someone like you to help shape a brighter future."
Danny took a step back, his expression serious. "Velocity, I appreciate the offer, but I've got my own plans. I'm plan to form my own team, and we're going to handle things our way. It's time to make a difference in Brockton Bay on our terms."
Velocity, respecting Danny's decision, nodded. "I understand, Faust. Everyone's got their own way of doing things. If you ever need support or assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. The Protectorate is here for the greater good, and we can provide resources and backup when needed."
Danny, however, had another piece of information to share. "That being said, I might drop by for power testing in the next few weeks. Just to see where I stand, you know? It's nothing guaranteed, but I just want to make sure my future team and I are well prepared for whatever comes our way."
Velocity, recognizing the olive branch for what it is, took it. "Absolutely, Faust. If you decide to come in, we'll be more than happy to assist."
Danny gave a nod of acknowledgment. "Thanks, Velocity. I appreciate that. I'll call you guys and who knows, maybe we'll find ourselves side by side down the line."
Velocity fought against his instincts to extended his hand and was careful not to make any promises. "Sounds good, Faust. I appreciate your honesty, and the door is always open. Best of luck with your team, and stay safe out there."
With that, Danny and Velocity parted ways, each heading down their own path.
GAIN: Knowledge of Squealer's Workshop. Can vote to loot it at the end of the Week.
Broke the Merchant as a gang. You also made the majority of those involved in the City's Drug trade break their oaths. This will have consequences. More on this at a later time. Expect this to explode in unexpected ways.
When Coil finds out about this, he will be worried. A Cape that can "Force" you to keep your promises? The Horror.
Choice time:
[] Lawyer and PI.
Or
[] Look up NEPEA-5 Bill.
or
[] Prepare to move Taylor home by the end of the Week.
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