The Battlefield Rejoined

[Wraith]

Name: Owl
Age: ?
Gender: Female
Race: Lecross
Class: Owl
Number: 2

<Skills>
Transform: Can unleash their full state, doubling their stats. This requires one turn of no actions to be used. Already performed.

Perception: Can only be used while transformed. Can avoid one enemy attack and counter with one attack.

Ferocity: Perception counters with two attacks instead of one. Suffers x2 damage from wind and bow attacks.

Stats:
(HP): 700
(VP): 160
(SP): 40
(DP): 40
(AP): 2

Attack Chains:

Wing
Damage: 30 + 40 = 70
Effects: N/A

Talon
Damage: 50 + 40 = 90
Effects: Chains off of Wing.

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Name: Raven
Age: ?
Gender: Male
Race: Lecross
Class: Raven
Number: 2

<Skills>
Transform: Can unleash their full state, doubling their stats. This requires one turn of no actions to be used. Already performed.

Insight: Can only be used while transformed. Can avoid two enemy attacks each turn. Grows over time, but when is unknown.

Ferocious: If an attack isn't avoided, gain an additional attack to use. Cannot avoid on turns when this effect is applied. Suffers x2 damage from wind and bow attacks.

Stats:
(HP): 800
(VP): 200
(SP): 20
(DP): 40
(AP): 2

Attack Chains:

Sweep
Damage: 30 + 20 = 50
Effects: N/A

Talon
Damage: 50 + 20 = 70
Effects: Chains off of Sweep.

[Phen]

Lial

Lial always had trouble with the Ravens. It was difficult to pin them down with one person unless you got them really riled up, then they get a little more predictable. He could only barely reach their speed for a moment before they would escape his grasp in single combat, but their speed often quickly falls away when faced with more than one opponent. The owls however were less mobile but more aggressive than their trinket-loving counterparts, able to turn a nimble dodge into a stunning riposte, yet their speed was manageable if you could weather their strikes somewhat. Lial would take his fight to the owls with an opening gambit that was expected to fail given their movement, but with enhanced speed he brought his blade from the ground to the air before the dive of an owl attacking their back line casting corp.

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(HP): 650/650
(VP): 100/100
(FG): 8/32

Spire: Inflicted with Heavy at start of battle, Lasts until cured.

Abilities: Spire: one attack every turn can deal x1.5 damage

Heavy's effect: -1 action

Heavy's effect on the Variable Blade: +30 Damage to all attacks

Spire for +50% Damage

Cyclone Blade: Bone Crusher @ Owl the 1st
Description: Running at his opponent at full speed, Lial prepares one of his faster attacks. Lial drags his blade along the ground in a very precise manner so that the blade sharpens for a time before lifting it up and moving forward with a burst of speed. As he approaches his opponent, he swings his blade in a full circle, catching with it anything unfortunate enough to be in the vicinity. Afterwords, with his muscles used to a heavier weight than before for a short time, He temporarily gains the ability to move much faster than before.
Damage: 120
Effect: Causes Lial to be affected by Lighten and Steel next turn, Cannot be used when Affected by Poison
Limit Placed: Be Affected by both Lighten and Heavy for 5/20 Turns
Limit Placed: Be Affected by Faith or Amnesty for 0/20 turns
Limit Placed: Be dealt 22/30 hits worth of attacks

[Wraith]

They would begin to engage the other birds to keep them off of one another as the casters would start to imbue wind among their ranks. The owl that Lial was engaging with held the upper hand as he surmised for now, nimbly weaving around the blade and predictably striking back in kind. The returning assault was rapid with no signs of relenting almost, as both wing and talon was brought down upon him time and time again.

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Defensive Support
Effects: Lial can apply Wind Element to his attacks. Opponents that he does not target are preoccupied with the other forces.

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Perception + Ferocity. Avoids Bone Crusher.

Counter - Wing x 2
Damage: 30 + 40 = 70
Effects: N/A

Counter - Talon x 2
Damage: 50 + 40 = 90
Effects: Chains off of Wing.

Wing x 2
Damage: 30 + 40 = 70
Effects: N/A

Talon x 2
Damage: 50 + 40 = 90
Effects: Chains off of Wing.

[Phen]

Lial

This returning assault was impressive and seemed endless, Lial forced to endure the brunt of it with his armor holding up to the wing and talon admirably. This first battle he knew would be the most difficult as he wouldn't has as much assistance until they were freed up from danger. With the creature disengaging from him, Lial skid across the ground before coming to a stop and bounding back into the air at the Owl with vigor not matched to the wounds he just sustained. A slow starter of sorts, but this time Lial rose to meet the Owl with abnormal speed in an upward spiral ascent. At the apex of the jump just above where the creature hovered Lial would then continue his twist to come back down upon it in two great arcing motions as he brought himself back to the ground.

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Using the simple accessory to reduce the damage of a single instance of Talon from 90 damage to 67 damage.

Lial takes the full barrage for a total of 377 damage.

Lightened and Steel active this turn

The Variable Blade interacts with Lighten and Steel: ---Lightened: Illusion Blade: Lial's Attacks all gain an extra hit; --Steel: Grand Spire: Increase the effect potency of spire by x.5

(HP): 273/650
(VP): 100/100
(FG): 16/32
Status: Heavy, Lightened, Steel

Spire: +100% Damage Boost

Cyclone Blade: Bone Crusher
Description: Running at his opponent at full speed, Lial prepares one of his faster attacks. Lial drags his blade along the ground in a very precise manner so that the blade sharpens for a time before lifting it up and moving forward with a burst of speed. As he approaches his opponent, he swings his blade in a full circle, catching with it anything unfortunate enough to be in the vicinity. Afterwords, with his muscles used to a heavier weight than before for a short time, He temporarily gains the ability to move much faster than before.
Damage: 184x2
Effect: Causes Lial to be affected by Lighten and Steel next turn, Cannot be used when Affected by Poison, Wind Element
Limit Placed: Be Affected by both Lighten and Heavy for 6/20 Turns
Limit Placed: Be Affected by Faith or Amnesty for 0/20 turns
Limit Placed: Be dealt 30/30 hits worth of attacks

Giant's Swing: Gravity Core
Description: Lial flexes the muscles in his arms and legs and prepares a great attack. Crouching down, Lial jumps up toward his opponent, his giant blade behind him. Upon reaching the height of his jump, Lial swings his blade over his head, and with great force, brings it down upon his opponent, the force of his fall being enhanced by the sheer weight of his blade. The sheer focus required by this attack however leaves Lial unable to think straight for a short time after using the attack.
Damage: 184x2
Effect: Deals x2 damage when afflicted by Heavy, Wind Element
Drawback: Causes Lial to be afflicted by Athinity next turn
Limit Placed: Spend 8/30 turns afflicted by Heavy
Limit Placed: Deal 2500/5000 Damage with this attack
Limit Placed: Use this attack 6/30 times

[Wraith]

The sudden jump in speed from the first to second swing was impressive to say the least. Managing to catch a deep gash from the returning strike, the owl managed to weave about the first attack narrowly and begin rain blow after blow upon him again now that it was aware of the strange gap after that starting swing. Was it something of a warm up for him to perform before he just swung again? Had he grown faster or something? Was he holding back? All inconsequential, as what needed to be done now wasn't going to change.

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Defensive Support
Effects: Lial can apply Wind Element to his attacks. Opponents that he does not target are preoccupied with the other forces.

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Perception + Ferocity. Avoids Bone Crusher.
656 Damage Taken from Gravity Core.

Counter - Wing x 2
Damage: 30 + 40 = 70
Effects: N/A

Counter - Talon x 2
Damage: 50 + 40 = 90
Effects: Chains off of Wing.

Wing x 2
Damage: 30 + 40 = 70
Effects: N/A

Talon x 2
Damage: 50 + 40 = 90
Effects: Chains off of Wing.

[Phen]

His aggressive approach had some drawbacks that would take time to overcome, Lial was fully aware he lacked the stamina to fully take on a transformed avian Lecross solo, but it was something he had grown used to. The expected evasion and counterattack battering his body as he could feel his strength failing him. A loss of focus in the heat of combat meant death however, and with a lick of flame across his body his grip renewed and his attack struck true. Though the fall had not taken it out like Lial had hoped, it was clear his blade struck true. When the beast lunged to ravage him again, Lial called out to the casters and archers near him.

"Archers! Freebie here!" This bird didn't have long before it would have to commit more to the fight, what Lial was already planned to do from the start, and if it didn't stay down the battle would continue with even greater ferocity. This opportunity to get the the ranged team to help push it over the edge would hopefully make it clear to his side in the battle, though the mages were already keen to bless his blade.

Pushing the creature off of him Lial jumps back at it with even greater ferocity, bringing his blade once again up and then down again, the enchanted Variable blade hanging Lial's air time just long enough to allow allies to pepper it as it would likely dodge the upswing again.

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Lial takes 200 damage from counterattacks

Lial takes the first (action) wing for 40 damage, then Talon for 60 and Triggers VP revival. 80 VP spent for 80% HP (520) regained

Second wing for 40, Accessory on final talon to bring damage to 37

Lial is affected by Athinity this turn. Variable Blade's effect with Athinity: ---Athinity: Tradeoff: Physical Attacks deal +25% Damage

(HP): 443/650
(VP): 20/100
(FG): 24/32
Status: Heavy, Lightened, Steel, Athinity

Note: Lial is attempting to get offensive support to fire on his target before he attacks.

Spire. +100% Damage

Cyclone Blade: Bone Crusher
Description: Running at his opponent at full speed, Lial prepares one of his faster attacks. Lial drags his blade along the ground in a very precise manner so that the blade sharpens for a time before lifting it up and moving forward with a burst of speed. As he approaches his opponent, he swings his blade in a full circle, catching with it anything unfortunate enough to be in the vicinity. Afterwords, with his muscles used to a heavier weight than before for a short time, He temporarily gains the ability to move much faster than before.
Damage: 204x2
Effect: Causes Lial to be affected by Lighten and Steel next turn, Cannot be used when Affected by Poison
Limit Placed: Be Affected by both Lighten and Heavy for 7/20 Turns
Limit Placed: Be Affected by Faith or Amnesty for 0/20 turns
Limit READY: Be dealt 30/30 hits worth of attacks

Giant's Swing: Gravity Core
Description: Lial flexes the muscles in his arms and legs and prepares a great attack. Crouching down, Lial jumps up toward his opponent, his giant blade behind him. Upon reaching the height of his jump, Lial swings his blade over his head, and with great force, brings it down upon his opponent, the force of his fall being enhanced by the sheer weight of his blade. The sheer focus required by this attack however leaves Lial unable to think straight for a short time after using the attack.
Damage: 204x2
Effect: Deals +100% damage when afflicted by Heavy
Drawback: Causes Lial to be afflicted by Athinity next turn
Limit Placed: Spend 9/30 turns afflicted by Heavy
Limit Placed: Deal 3156/5000 Damage with this attack
Limit Placed: Use this attack 7/30 times

[Wraith]

Hearing him over the battlefield would let them proceed to provide support, unleashing cover fire while the wind blessed their shots to make them more devastating and resistant to the potential of the arrows being brushed aside by a strong flap of the wings to produce a gust that would otherwise dissuade the shots from being accurate. It was able to help pin down the owl and allow Lial's blows to find home, as the owl had made a decision now that the fervor of battle was beginning to elevate. Taking off with full speed while the others were distracted, the owl aimed to eliminate part of the ranged troop that would pepper down the others if the battle continued and they each were distracted. Turning it into a battle against melee combatants would heavily favor them if they kept things up.

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Defensive Support
Effects: Lial can apply Wind Element to his attacks. Opponents that he does not target are preoccupied with the other forces.

Offensive Support x 2
Damage: 70
Effects: Ranged, Wind Element

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Perception + Ferocity. Avoids one offensive support. Takes 240 from the second. Counter and attacks aimed at the user. Archer to be eliminated if assailed again and freeing up a preoccupied opponent.

40 VP used for 100%.
776 Damage Taken from Bone Crusher.
40 VP used for 100%.
776 Damage Taken from Gravity Core.
40 VP used for 100%.

[Phen]

Lial had taken some heat off of himself at the cost of transferring it to the back line for a short time. He had hoped the owl would keep its focus on him considering each of his own strikes was clearly taking the wind out of it each time, but perhaps it was already resigned to its death and was attempting to make the greatest impact on the fight itself. To put simply, its morale was fragile, and a decisive blow he'd be able to take its head as trophy to demoralize its allies. The Lecross had great stores of energy, so to bring one fully to their demise was often a sign of great loss for them. Lial shouted to his supporting group once again "This one is almost finished, follow after me this time and give it your all to turn the tide!"

Running with the owl in time as it rushed at the rangers, himself now well warmed up to combat he would proceed to the same series of strikes that had brought this owl to this point, knowing each so far to bring it to the reserves. As he was descending it was clear if the owl did bring its attention at least partially to Lial and focused entirely on the archers it would meet its demise, and if it did then ideally the rangers could pincushion the beast into submission.

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(HP): 443/650
(VP): 20/100
(FG): 32/32
Status: Heavy, Lightened, Steel, Athinity

Note: Lial is attempting to get offensive support to fire on his target after he attacks, Signaling that the enemy is near defeat.

Spire. +100% Damage

Cyclone Blade: Bone Crusher
Description: Running at his opponent at full speed, Lial prepares one of his faster attacks. Lial drags his blade along the ground in a very precise manner so that the blade sharpens for a time before lifting it up and moving forward with a burst of speed. As he approaches his opponent, he swings his blade in a full circle, catching with it anything unfortunate enough to be in the vicinity. Afterwords, with his muscles used to a heavier weight than before for a short time, He temporarily gains the ability to move much faster than before.
Damage: 204x2
Effect: Causes Lial to be affected by Lighten and Steel next turn, Cannot be used when Affected by Poison
Limit Placed: Be Affected by both Lighten and Heavy for 8/20 Turns
Limit Placed: Be Affected by Faith or Amnesty for 0/20 turns
Limit READY: Be dealt 30/30 hits worth of attacks

Giant's Swing: Gravity Core
Description: Lial flexes the muscles in his arms and legs and prepares a great attack. Crouching down, Lial jumps up toward his opponent, his giant blade behind him. Upon reaching the height of his jump, Lial swings his blade over his head, and with great force, brings it down upon his opponent, the force of his fall being enhanced by the sheer weight of his blade. The sheer focus required by this attack however leaves Lial unable to think straight for a short time after using the attack.
Damage: 204x2
Effect: Deals +100% damage when afflicted by Heavy
Drawback: Causes Lial to be afflicted by Athinity next turn
Limit Placed: Spend 10/30 turns afflicted by Heavy
Limit Placed: Deal 3932/5000 Damage with this attack
Limit Placed: Use this attack 8/30 times

[Wraith]

As Lial made his attack, the owl managed to elude his first strike as the next found its mark as it lashed out back at him. In doing so the support was able to attack unimpeded as they began to pepper it once more, leaving it weakened enough where they could do so again and manage to fell their mark if Lial didn't do so himself in his next attempt at the head of the lecross. And the others that were here were being driven off, meaning that more favorably taking this one down would force the loss of morale and the retreat of the remaining forces unless the group wanted to continue the hunt after their success at fully felling one already.

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Defensive Support
Effects: Lial can apply Wind Element to his attacks. Opponents that he does not target are preoccupied with the other forces.

Offensive Support x 2
Damage: 70
Effects: Ranged, Wind Element

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776 Damage Taken from Gravity Core.
40 VP used for 100%.
Perception + Ferocity for Bone Crusher.
Takes 480 from Offensive Support. Counter and attacks aimed at Lial.

Counter - Wing x 2
Damage: 30 + 40 = 70
Effects: N/A

Counter - Talon x 2
Damage: 50 + 40 = 90
Effects: Chains off of Wing.

Counter - Wing x 2
Damage: 30 + 40 = 70
Effects: N/A

Counter - Talon x 2
Damage: 50 + 40 = 90
Effects: Chains off of Wing.

[Phen]

While additional glory was a tempting option, letting this battle go on was not actually in Lial's best interest, since he was technically carrying some interesting information and still on a mission. This extracurricular activity of his was forced to be more of a means to an end to reunite the Claw forces, though it would be a while before he returned to the main front in Fang territory. The creature was smart enough to prioritize its own survival over finishing off the back line, but it was a futile effort, and the end of the one would usher in the end of the hunt.

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Lial spends his Accessory on one Talon, reducing damage to 67 for that attack.

Lial takes 377 Damage in total

(HP): 66/650
(VP): 20/100
(FG): 32/32
Status: Heavy, Lightened, Steel, Athinity

Cyclone Blade: Bone Crusher
Description: Running at his opponent at full speed, Lial prepares one of his faster attacks. Lial drags his blade along the ground in a very precise manner so that the blade sharpens for a time before lifting it up and moving forward with a burst of speed. As he approaches his opponent, he swings his blade in a full circle, catching with it anything unfortunate enough to be in the vicinity. Afterwords, with his muscles used to a heavier weight than before for a short time, He temporarily gains the ability to move much faster than before.
Damage: 124x2
Effect: Causes Lial to be affected by Lighten and Steel next turn, Cannot be used when Affected by Poison
Limit Placed: Be Affected by both Lighten and Heavy for 9/20 Turns
Limit Placed: Be Affected by Faith or Amnesty for 0/20 turns
Limit READY: Be dealt 30/30 hits worth of attacks

Spire: +100% Damage

Giant's Swing: Gravity Core
Description: Lial flexes the muscles in his arms and legs and prepares a great attack. Crouching down, Lial jumps up toward his opponent, his giant blade behind him. Upon reaching the height of his jump, Lial swings his blade over his head, and with great force, brings it down upon his opponent, the force of his fall being enhanced by the sheer weight of his blade. The sheer focus required by this attack however leaves Lial unable to think straight for a short time after using the attack.
Damage: 284x2
Effect: Deals +100% damage when afflicted by Heavy
Drawback: Causes Lial to be afflicted by Athinity next turn
Limit Placed: Spend 11/30 turns afflicted by Heavy
Limit Placed: Deal 4708/5000 Damage with this attack
Limit Placed: Use this attack 9/30 times

[Wraith]

As Lial kept up his assault, the evasive movement that would lead to an offensive return was met by his brutal strike that decapitated the owl that he was facing. With a loss of one of their own, continuing the battle for revenge was something that was desired but not ideal at the same time against the collected forces. So they would withdraw, the hunt ending for the time being as they successfully drove off the attackers and claimed their glory just the same.

Rewards:

Both:
30 EXP
40 FUNDS
2 Remedies