[ ] Plan Lion slayers
-[ ] Split up and attack from all angles
-[ ] Goku uses his staff to attack from range going low to disrupt Raion's movement
-[ ] Yamacha is to circle around from behind focusing less on attacking and more on disruption
-[ ] jin is to keep his attention using Gate palm as necessary
-[ ] wear him down until we see an opening then strike as one in 3 different locations
"Yamcha, Goku, we should split up and attack him from different angles," you say quickly, keeping your voice low to keep Raion from hearing you. "Goku, use your staff and try to trip him up. Yamcha, circle behind while I distract him and try to disrupt his attacks. If we see a chance, we'll attack together."
Without a word, the two of them nod in understanding.
"Going to try something clever?" Raion asks loudly in an amused tone. "By all means, feel free. I love fighting the clever types, they get the best looks on their faces when their little tricks fail."
"Was it anything like the look on your face when Kairu sent you flying through a wall?" you taunt, hoping to get his attention so that he won't notice as Goku and Yamcha begin maneuver themselves into position.
Unfortunately, his attention isn't all you get, as Raion crouches down low before launching himself into the air towards you, roaring with fury.
Agility + Speed (10) vs. Might + Speed (13) – Failure!
3 Damage to Jin's Ki Shield!
Jin's remaining Ki Shield: 3
You try to dodge, but Raion catches your torso with his shoulder, sending you flying with him until both of you crash into the wall behind you, the stone breaking apart as you smash right through it and finally fall to the ground, coughing for air as the cheers of the crowd fill your ears.
"What's the matter, boy? You done already!?" Raion jokes, playing to the crowd. "I guess the baby dragon's teeth haven't come in just yet!"
You shakily get to your feet as the crowd roars and Raion laughs, standing in front of the ruined wall with his arms crossed. You see Yamcha charging him from behind. Good. Why not help with that?
"Gale Palm!" you shout as Raion turns to confront the noise.
"Wolf Fang Fist!"
Ki + Martial Arts (13) + Yamcha's Aid (5.2) vs. Ki + Might (14) – Success!
4.2 Damage to Raion's Ki Shield!
Raion's remaining Ki Shield: 1.8
Might + Wit (14) – Raion Success! (Difficulty 10)
AN: New rule – when assisting another character with a special technique, you add half your roll instead of adding half of one attribute.
Realizing he can't possibly dodge in time, Raion decides to block instead, hardening his muscles with ki as Yamcha releases a dizzyingly fast series of punches and kicks. His focus on that, he doesn't even notice you until the Gale Palm strikes him in the back of the head, causing him to stagger in shock and pain. His concentration broken, Yamcha's attacks break through his defenses, and as Yamcha ends his technique with a blistering uppercut, Raion's roar of pain rings through the coliseum and gasps of shock resound from the crowd as their king is wounded before their eyes for the first time.
Raion recovers quickly though, and attempts to charge Yamcha. But by now Goku's in position to try to do something about that.
Weapon Skill + Weapon Speed (9.5) vs. Awareness + Reflex (9) – Goku Success!
Extending the Nyoi-Bo towards his legs, Goku trips Raion, sending the Desert Lion falling flat on his face. If it weren't for how serious the situation is, you'd probably find it amusing. As it is, it gives you and Yamcha another opportunity.
Might (5.5) vs. Might (8) – Goku Failure!
Unfortunately, Raion takes an opportunity of his own, and grabs the still-extended Nyoi-Bo and sweeps it – and Goku – to his side, catching you as you're preparing another Gale Palm and sending both you and Goku flying.
Might (8) – Raion Failure (Difficulty 15)
However, as soon as Goku loses his grip on the staff, it suddenly pulls itself from Raion's grasp and falls to the ground with a loud metallic clang. Raion briefly tries to pull it back up, but even his freakish strength doesn't seem up to the task somehow.
Ki + Speed (10.5) vs. Ki + Might (14) – Yamcha Failure!
"Wolf Fang Fist!" Yamcha yells, charging Raion from behind again. Raion doesn't even flinch as Yamcha repeatedly hammers the Desert Lion in the back.
Yamcha stops as he realizes this. Looking around, he spots you and Goku just starting to get back on your feet, and his eyes widen in fear as he realizes you're not going to be able to help him in time, just as Raion turns around, a savage gleam in his eyes and a cruel smirk on his face.
"Rock-Smashing Fist!" he roars in triumph.
Reflex + Speed (11.5) vs. Ki + Might (14) – Yamcha Failure!
Yamcha takes 2.5 + 4 Damage! (Total 6.5)
Yamcha's remaining Ki Shield: 0
Yamcha's remaining Health: 2
"Yamcha!" you and Goku shout. Yamcha leaps back and puts his arms in front of him in a defensive posture, hoping to minimize the damage, or even escape entirely. But even with all of that, Raion's blow, glowing with ki, catches him and sends him flying straight through the coliseum wall. The former bandit smashes right through the wall and into the stands, causing many of the spectators to try to flee the human missile.
As the dust settles, you and Goku look on in horror, searching for some sign of movement. Your silent pleas are answered as you finally spot Yamcha, leaning in a sitting position amongst a pile of rubble, staring in undisguised fear at his shaking arms, where huge bruises are already starting to form.
Might (8) – Raion Success! (Difficulty 6)
Your eyes are brought back to Raion as you hear a loud crash. Realizing he somehow can't pick it up, Raion has instead punched the Nyoi-Bo so hard that he's embedded it into the floor. You or Goku could probably work it free, but that would take time and leave that person vulnerable as they worked.
"Divide and conquer; was that your plan?" Raion sneers. "Did you think I was some slow, stupid brute that you could lead around by the nose? I've been fighting for my life longer than you've been alive, you little punks! And yet you dare underestimate me!?
"Are you starting to see it now, worms!?" Raion roars, dramatically thrusting his arms into the air. "The difference between you and me!? It's POWER! This absolute strength that no amount of skill can overcome!
"Did you think I allowed my strength to stagnate in the last two years!? My strength has grown just as my army has! With my power, none shall stand before me as I take my rightful place!"
The crowd goes wild as Raion's monologue builds up steam. His voice is really starting to become annoying, but at least it gives you the chance to catch your breath.
So, you've taken some damage, Yamcha's taken a lot of damage, and Goku's disarmed. Any plans?
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