You are Ben Parker, super-powered criminal and thief extraordinaire. After being bitten by a radioactive spider, you underwent a miraculous change, and adopted the identity of "The Huntsman"! But it's not all bad! Your clone brother, Abel Parker, works to protect the city, and potentially help clean up some of your messes. <span class="mu-i">He</span> goes by the name of "Spider-Man"!
Archive:
https://suptg.thisisnotatrueending.com/qstarchive.html?tags=Max%20Spider%20Quest Last time: The Huntsman swung over to Central Park and met up with the Morlocks residing there. Shortly after arriving, he ran into Gwen Stacy, a.k.a. "Bastion", and her father, Captain George Stacy, and played a part in introducing them to Gwen's clone, Joy.
They didn't get along at first, but with a bit of persuasion, Joy was willing to sit down and hear her family out.
While that was happening, Ben spent some time with Ester, met up with Glass, and helped the two of them gather the rest of the Central Park mutants in order to discuss their plans going forward. Only, those plans were almost immediately derailed when Screwball crashed the party!
But oddly enough, she actually seems willing to help the Morlocks find their footing here on the surface.
Can she be trusted, or is she simply taking advantage of them in order to gain more clout? How will everyone react to learning that the Morlocks don't have any intention of leaving the park anytime soon? Will Ben ever be able to persuade his team to roll out of bed and help with Screwball's plan?
Find out more in the latest issue of…<span class="mu-s"><span class="mu-r">MAXIMUM SPIDER QUEST!</span></span>
Rules:
Most dice rolls will be 1d100. Modifiers will be added depending on the situation or on the alien being used(Usually +10 or -10). Crit successes and crit fails apply. Crit fails can be overridden by crit successes, but crit failures cannot override crit successes.
How to Roll:
To roll dice, type “dice+1d100” in the options field without the quotations. To roll dice with positive modifiers, type “dice+1d100+modifier number” in the options field without quotations, and with an actual modifier number. To roll dice with negative modifiers, type “dice+1d100+-modifier number” in the options field without quotations, and with an actual modifier number.
Pastebins:
Character Sheet:
https://pastebin.com/1ZihFYSV Equipment and Gear:
https://pastebin.com/WAhveFAd Contacts:
https://pastebin.com/WdcFXD2s 10 Commandments of the Desperados:
https://pastebin.com/Qpr2jVPE Costumes:
https://pastebin.com/5Jie54X2 The Huntsman’s Travel Guide:
https://pastebin.com/PU6LWsip Upcoming Events in the Maximum Universe:
https://pastebin.com/DceSEjiR Good luck and have fun!
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Sun 12 May 2024 14:57:54 No. 6002356 Report Quoted By:
>>6000836 >>6000855 >>6000884 >>6001299 >>6001336 >Tell them about the guys that have been pushing designer drugs on mutants in the area. >Meet up with the Morlocks and see what they need Ember to create for them. >Ask Ember to create something for the Morlocks. (Suit for Glass) Taking these. Writing...
>>6000836 There are certain subplots and story arcs that I won't be adapting, just because of how complicated they become, and how much baggage they come with. We simply don't have the time to go through all of that, so I'll be picking and choosing which storylines we adapt, based on the amount of relevance to the characters that have been introduced, and the state of the city/world. Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky
Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Sun 12 May 2024 17:21:35 No. 6002458 Report Quoted By:
<span class="mu-r">“Apparently, there’s a new drug out there called Kick, and it’s being marketed towards mutants. Some girl showed up today to push her product on the leader of this little community here, and I wanted to help them find the people responsible for making it.”</span> <span class="mu-g">“‘Kick? Never heard of it.”</span> Benga proclaimed, glancing at the other girls to see if they’d answer differently. <span class="mu-r">“We didn’t have that shit in Vegas.”</span> Araña confirmed. Ember just shrugged. <span class="mu-r">“Don’t look at me. I never got into any of that stuff. No one at ESU ever talked about a drug like that, though. At least, not to me.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“What’s it supposed to do, anyway?”</span> Araña asked. <span class="mu-r">“It’s said to temporarily boost mutant abilities, but it’s also highly addictive, with some mild psychoactive effects. Comes in the form of an inhaler.”</span> you explained. <span class="mu-r">“You got a sample we can look at?”</span> Araña asked. <span class="mu-r">“The leader of this community does. We’re going to see him right now, actually.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“The guy actually bought it off her?”</span> Araña said, sounding surprised. <span class="mu-r">“Nope. She gave it to him as a free sample. Probably to get him hooked.”</span> Araña scoffed. <span class="mu-r">“These guys sound like amateurs trying to advertise their startup. If they were here earlier today, then it probably won’t take long to find out who they are, and where they’re making the stuff.”</span> Benga nodded her agreement. <span class="mu-g">“Give us a few days. We’ll figure out what’s going on.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“That’s what I like to hear. I knew I made the right choice hiring you two.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“I’d say the feeling’s mutual, but I haven’t gotten paid, and I’m still sleeping on your couch.”</span> Araña said, rubbing at her lower back. <span class="mu-r">“I’d say that’s a small price to pay for pissing off every major power in Vegas.”</span> you shot back. <span class="mu-r">“Plus, my place is dry, and doesn’t have an infestation of giant bugs trying to eat you.”</span> Both girls shuddered at the thought of being attacked by the Brood, but Ember just looked confused. That was the first and only time you’d seen these girls being terrified of anything. They were tough, but they were still just kids. <span class="mu-r">“Point taken…”</span> Araña replied, her expression growing more serious. You sighed and shook your head. <span class="mu-r">“Sorry. I shouldn’t have brought that up. It must’ve been a traumatic experience for you two.”</span> <span class="mu-g">“It’s fine.”</span> Benga said, a little too quickly. <span class="mu-g">“You got us out, and that’s all that matters.”</span> Araña nodded. <span class="mu-r">“You helped out Gloria and saved our skins, so I’d say it's safe to sweep all that nasty stuff under the rug. Oh, and on that note, you should really clean that rug in the bathroom. I haven’t noticed a maid walking around, so I’m assuming that you don’t have one yet?”</span> Araña asked in a hopeful, high pitched tone. <span class="mu-r">“I’ll add it to my ever-growing to-do list.”</span> you promised. (Cont.)
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Sun 12 May 2024 17:23:09 No. 6002460 Report Quoted By:
<span class="mu-g">“The maid, or the rug?”</span> Benga asked. <span class="mu-r">“Hopefully both.”</span> Araña muttered. <span class="mu-r">“Uh…”</span> Everyone turned to stare at Ember, who'd somehow been forgotten in the fallout of that banter bomb. <span class="mu-r">“What am I supposed to be doing, exactly?”</span> <span class="mu-r">“I’m glad you asked. I need you to make something for me.”</span> —-------- Upon returning to Cherry Hill, you were pleased to find that the Morlocks were still deep in their discussion about sprucing up the park. They hadn’t even noticed your return until Ester pointed you out. And judging by their reactions, they also noticed how you brought three more strangers into their midst. Murmurs rippled throughout the group of mutants as they gawked at their new guests. The Thief Girls took it in stride, but Ember seemed to tense at their scrutiny. <span class="mu-g">“Guys, it’s okay. Me and Iara know them.”</span> Glass announced, pushing his way through the gathering crowd. <span class="mu-g">“You’re Gloria’s fixers, right?”</span> <span class="mu-g">“We work for him now.”</span> Benga declared, inclining her head towards you. <span class="mu-r">“Glass guy! How’s it hanging? I didn’t know this whole set-up was your idea.”</span> Araña said, looking amused. <span class="mu-r">“I bet you miss staying at Gloria’s hotel. A soft warm bed, a roof over your head, free room service…”</span> The other Morlocks looked immediately envious. <span class="mu-g">“I will admit, it was pretty cozy. I’ve never stayed at a place that fancy before. Especially not for free.”</span> Glass said, ignoring the stares he was getting from everyone else. <span class="mu-g">“If you’re still in contact with Gloria, would you mind thanking her for me?”</span> A devilish grin spread across Araña’s face, then. <span class="mu-r">“Why don’t you do it yourself? Better yet, I think you should do it in person. I’m sure she’d love to have you over again.”</span> <span class="mu-g">“Oh no, I wouldn’t want to impose-”</span> Glass’ modesty held up for all of two seconds until Benga cut in. <span class="mu-g">“She said she’d handle your travel expenses and reserve a room for you if you ever wanted to drop by again. I think you should take her up on her offer.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“It’d be rude not to~.”</span> Araña added. Glass glanced between both of them for a moment, noting the intensity in their gazes. If he wasn’t fully aware of all the eyes on him before, he certainly was now. <span class="mu-g">“I, uh…I guess you’re right. It would be nice to stay at Gloria’s hotel again. Let her know that I’ll drop by after we’ve gotten settled over here.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“Will do, boss.”</span> Araña said, pulling down her sunglasses to wink at the Morlock leader. At that moment, the mutant onlookers let out playful exclamations of excitement, as if they were witnessing something truly scandalous. Glass tried to get them to calm down, but there was no hiding his embarrassment at the situation. And it didn’t help that everyone was feeding off of Screwball’s frantic energy. You supposed she wasn’t an influencer for nothing. (Cont.)
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Sun 12 May 2024 17:24:50 No. 6002462 Report Quoted By:
<span class="mu-g">“The maid, or the rug?”</span> Benga asked. <span class="mu-r">“Hopefully both.”</span> Araña muttered. <span class="mu-r">“Uh…”</span> Everyone turned to stare at Ember, who'd somehow been forgotten in the fallout of that banter bomb. <span class="mu-r">“What am I supposed to be doing, exactly?”</span> <span class="mu-r">“I’m glad you asked. I need you to make something for me.”</span> —-------- Upon returning to Cherry Hill, you were pleased to find that the Morlocks were still deep in their discussion about sprucing up the park. They hadn’t even noticed your return until Ester pointed you out. And judging by their reactions, they also noticed how you brought three more strangers into their midst. Murmurs rippled throughout the group of mutants as they gawked at their new guests. The Thief Girls took it in stride, but Ember seemed to tense at their scrutiny. <span class="mu-g">“Guys, it’s okay. Me and Iara know them.”</span> Glass announced, pushing his way through the gathering crowd. <span class="mu-g">“You’re Gloria’s fixers, right?”</span> <span class="mu-g">“We work for him now.”</span> Benga declared, inclining her head towards you. <span class="mu-r">“Glass guy! How’s it hanging? I didn’t know this whole set-up was your idea.”</span> Araña said, looking amused. <span class="mu-r">“I bet you miss staying at Gloria’s hotel. A soft warm bed, a roof over your head, free room service…”</span> The other Morlocks looked immediately envious. <span class="mu-g">“I will admit, it was pretty cozy. I’ve never stayed at a place that fancy before. Especially not for free.”</span> Glass said, ignoring the stares he was getting from everyone else. <span class="mu-g">“If you’re still in contact with Gloria, would you mind thanking her for me?”</span> A devilish grin spread across Araña’s face, then. <span class="mu-r">“Why don’t you do it yourself? Better yet, I think you should do it in person. I’m sure she’d love to have you over again.”</span> <span class="mu-g">“Oh no, I wouldn’t want to impose-”</span> Glass’ modesty held up for all of two seconds until Benga cut in. <span class="mu-g">“She said she’d handle your travel expenses and reserve a room for you if you ever wanted to drop by again. I think you should take her up on her offer.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“It’d be rude not to~.”</span> Araña added. Glass glanced between both of them for a moment, noting the intensity in their gazes. If he wasn’t fully aware of all the eyes on him before, he certainly was now. <span class="mu-g">“I, uh…I guess you’re right. It would be nice to stay at Gloria’s hotel again. Let her know that I’ll drop by after we’ve gotten settled over here.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“Will do, boss.”</span> Araña said, pulling down her sunglasses to wink at the Morlock leader. At that moment, the mutant onlookers let out playful exclamations of excitement, as if they were witnessing something truly scandalous. Glass tried to get them to calm down, but there was no hiding his embarrassment at the situation. And it didn’t help that everyone was feeding off of Screwball’s frantic energy. You supposed she'd more than earned her status as an influencer. (Cont.)
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Sun 12 May 2024 17:28:56 No. 6002470 Report Quoted By:
But, knowing how dense he was, you really had to wonder whether Glass actually understood the intentions behind Gloria’s invitation. She might get more aggressive in her romantic pursuit if he didn’t get the message. After a few minutes, everyone finally calmed down enough for Ember to step forward and present her gift to Glass. <span class="mu-g">“What’s this?”</span> <span class="mu-r">“It’s a suit. Huntsman said you might need it.”</span> Ember said. Glass looked at you, and you gave him a thumbs up. <span class="mu-r">“She made the one I’m wearing right now. It fits perfectly.”</span> Glass reached out to carefully accept the clothes from her. The costume consisted of a white and sea green jacket with a slightly raised collar and a black and green, sleeveless bodysuit. It was simple, functional, and aesthetically pleasing. <span class="mu-g">“I don’t know what to say…”</span> he said, astonishment clear on his face. <span class="mu-r">“You can start with ‘thank you’.”</span> Araña offered. <span class="mu-g">“Thank you...”</span> Glass uttered, looking back at Ember. “I don’t think I got your name.” Ember glanced back at you, and you nodded. <span class="mu-r">“Ember. You can call me Ember.”</span> <span class="mu-g">“Thank you, Ember. I really appreciate this.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“You should try it on.”</span> Araña encouraged him. He glanced up at her, and then at the mutants surrounding him. <span class="mu-g">“I…don’t have anywhere to change.”</span> he confessed, looking a little uncomfortable. <span class="mu-b">“That won’t be a problem.”</span> Iara said, speeding up to him and grabbing him by the waist. Glass cried out in surprise. <span class="mu-g">“Whoa! Shark, you can’t just-”</span> <span class="mu-b">“Relaaax~. I’ve got most of my old memories, remember? I already know what your shiny, see-through butt looks like.”</span> If Glass was capable of blushing, he probably would be. <span class="mu-g">“What!? No! That’s not-!”</span> But it was too late. Shark had already shot up into the air, and off into the distance, hurtling towards the gigantic tree that was Donny. Glass’ shouts of protest could be heard from an impressive distance, and you swore you could see Iara tearing off his old tattered clothes, mid-air. Araña whistled, her finger pressing against a dial on the frame that you hadn’t noticed before. <span class="mu-r">“So that’s what he’s got going on downstairs. It’s actually kind of pretty, like a shiny sculpture.”</span> she noted. Benga gave her a look that told you she didn’t want any more details. And for once, you were glad that the sun’s glare was preventing any chance of seeing Glass’ shiny crystal ass. <span class="mu-s">“I hope that doesn’t get my account banned…”</span> Screwball hissed. —------- While it wasn’t the most graceful display, that little exhibition did a fantastic job of breaking the ice for your new friends. The Morlocks were swarming Ember after she gave them a demonstration of her powers. Now that they were aware of her existence, the only limit to their proposals was their own imaginations. Or so they thought. (Cont.)
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Sun 12 May 2024 17:29:57 No. 6002471 Report Upon Beak’s suggestion of a ferris wheel in the middle of the park, Ember finally managed to hammer home the tiny detail of her power’s limits. She needed electricity to convert her pixels. And judging by the demands that were being made of her, she would need lots of it.
One of the Morlocks, a man named Pit, suggested that they track down a fellow Morlock and request their help in the matter.
The Morlock who had suggested the idea had a bizarre appearance. His face was wide, bone-white and oddly stiff. It was as if he was wearing a mask. A mask with sharp teeth and abnormally wide mouth.
His pink hair was long, straight and silky. It looked strangely well-maintained. He had been given the nickname of “Pit” due to his capability to store objects in his stomach and spit them back out. The others suspected that his mouth led to a pocket dimension, but no one knew for sure.
<span class="mu-b">“We should try and find Eve. She can shoot electricity out of her hands. She’d be able to give you all the power you need.”</span> Pit suggested.
The others nodded their agreement, but no one seemed to know where exactly Eve was. Or whether or not she was still in the city.
What will you do?
>See if the Thief Girls can’t track down Eve as well. >Go and fetch Storm. She should be able to provide you with more than enough electricity! >Bring Ember somewhere where she can leech off of electrical appliances and steal as much as she needs. (Write-in) >Write-in. Pastebins:
Character Sheet:
https://pastebin.com/1ZihFYSV Equipment and Gear:
https://pastebin.com/WAhveFAd Contacts:
https://pastebin.com/WdcFXD2s 10 Commandments of the Desperados:
https://pastebin.com/Qpr2jVPE Costumes:
https://pastebin.com/5Jie54X2 The Huntsman’s Travel Guide:
https://pastebin.com/PU6LWsip Upcoming Events in the Maximum Universe:
https://pastebin.com/DceSEjiR Anonymous
>>6002471 >>Go and fetch Storm. She should be able to provide you with more than enough electricity! this can only end well!
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>>6002471 >See if the Thief Girls can’t track down Eve as well. We can't really depend on Storm to fuel the whole thing, nor can we start splicing into NYC's power grid and siphoning that much power without drawing scrutiny.
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>>6002471 Question here, does our pocket dimension have places that are constantly stormy? If she can use actual lightning then we could pop her in there for a charge.
If not, then
>See if Squirrel Girl can ask a few of her furry friends where they’ve seen a girl with lightning powers. You can introduce her to a funny, charming guy on campus who can keep a secret, or return the favor some other way. No one thinks to hide from the squirrels.
If a tiebreaker is needed I’d go with
>Go and fetch Storm. She should be able to provide you with more than enough electricity! as long as we tell her in advance about Screwball and Callisto confirms it won’t start any drama. Don’t want too much action going in front of millions of viewers.
Also
>You’re Gloria’s fixers Way to rat out friends and your connection to a major crime lord in a livestream, Glass. Not that most people will make that connection, but a few might.
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>>6002762 Honestly, even if people do make that connection between the girls and Gloria, it's not that big of a deal.
Gloria can't really be touched by the law and working for her looks great on a Metahuman merc's resume.
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Tue 14 May 2024 12:46:41 No. 6004442 Report Quoted By:
I'm gonna post an update as soon as I get home from work today. Sorry for the delay!
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Tue 14 May 2024 21:50:08 No. 6004999 Report Quoted By:
>>6002486 >>6002762 >Go and fetch Storm. She should be able to provide you with more than enough electricity! Taking these. Writing...
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Tue 14 May 2024 23:38:53 No. 6005087 Report Quoted By:
Just then, an idea popped into your head. You didn’t know if it was a particularly good one, but it was an idea all the same. <span class="mu-r">“You need power? I think I know just the right person.”</span> —-------- <span class="mu-b">“You want me to do what?”</span> Storm asked, sounding incredulous. She and Callisto had been in the middle of their game when you showed up. And while you didn’t know a whole lot about chess, you could tell that Callisto was holding a clear advantage. You guessed Storm hadn’t been lying about her skill. Both women, and Joy, were all looking at you strangely. Which was totally uncalled for. You've had way worse ideas. <span class="mu-r">“Like I said, one of my teammates came here to help remodel the park, and they need electricity to fuel their powers. They can normally sap it from nearby electronics, but there aren't a whole lot in the area, and she needs a whole lot of it to make what the Morlocks need.”</span> <span class="mu-b">“And you would like me to provide it for you.”</span> She phrased it as a statement, not a question. You nodded. <span class="mu-r">“Your codename is literally ‘Storm’. It should be easy for you. I've seen you conjure up lightning bolts before on TV.”</span> <span class="mu-g">“Can your friend tank a lightning bolt? Do either of you even know how much electricity she can absorb at once?”</span> Callisto asked. <span class="mu-r">“I'm…not entirely sure.”</span> you admitted. <span class="mu-g">“Then this is a terrible idea.”</span> she concluded. <span class="mu-g">“You're just gonna end up roasting the poor girl.”</span> <span class="mu-b">“Perhaps I should speak to your friend in order to learn more about the situation.”</span> Storm decided. Callisto frowned at her. <span class="mu-g">“Can’t this wait? We’re kind of in the middle of something.”</span> she said, gesturing at the board. Storm shook her head slowly, smiling at the Sewer Queen. <span class="mu-b">“There is no need. You most likely would have won in a few more turns. Here is your prize.”</span> She tossed a brown bag at Callisto, who easily caught it. You could hear two metal objects clanking against each other in the bag. Callisto opened it, peered inside, and nodded. Callisto sighed, somehow not entirely satisfied with this outcome. <span class="mu-g">“And you’re sure this thing works?”</span> she asked. <span class="mu-b">“According to Forge, it should. My only concern is whether you can find someone capable of operating it.”</span> Callisto looked up sharply and closed the bag, before throwing it over her shoulder. <span class="mu-g">“Don’t you worry about that. Thanks for bringing it.”</span> The two shared a nod, but neither seemed willing to let you and Joy in on the secret. A moment later, Storm lifted into the air, the wind swirling around her as if it were a living thing. <span class="mu-b">“Well then, shall we?”</span> —-------- Having concluded their chess game early, Storm and Callisto followed you back to Cherry Hill, with Callisto lazily trailing behind, a contemplative look on her face. (Cont.)
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Tue 14 May 2024 23:40:24 No. 6005090 Report Quoted By:
As soon as both mutants arrived, there was another stir in the crowd. Screwball didn’t even try to hide the fact that she’d been recording Storm’s entrance, and Ember was so busy gawking at the spectacle to notice that the wind had blown her hat off. Some of the Morlocks instinctually shied away from Storm, while others were gathering around, waiting to greet her as soon as her feet reached the ground. <span class="mu-b">“Hello. Everyone. It is good to see you again. I assume Callisto has been taking good care of you.”</span> The wording was different in the replies she’d gotten, but the sentiment was the same. They were all grateful for Callisto’s guidance, as well as the support she’d been getting from you and Glass. And almost as if he’d planned it, Glass and Iara showed up at that very moment to rejoin the group. His old clothes were gone–likely torn to shreds–and he was wearing the new suit that Ember had made for him. It fit him perfectly, just like you knew it would. <span class="mu-g">“Ororo! It’s good to see you.”</span> Glass exclaimed, running up to hug the weather witch. The two embraced each other, ignoring the looks that everyone else was giving them. <span class="mu-b">“It is good to see you as well, Val.”</span> Ororo said, smiling at the transparent Morlock boy. <span class="mu-b">“I hear that you have been chosen for the position of leader amongst this group of young mutants.”</span> <span class="mu-g">“I don’t know if I’ve done anything leader-like lately. We’ve all been helping each other out.”</span> Glass said, modest as always. <span class="mu-b">“Do not sell yourself short, my friend. These people clearly love and respect you. Is that enough to want to follow someone?”</span> <span class="mu-g">“I’ll do my best to live up to everyone’s expectations.”</span> he said, returning her smile. Storm chuckled. <span class="mu-b">“You haven’t changed one bit since I last saw you. It is a shame that you decided to leave the mansion, but I’m glad that you seem to have found a new family.”</span> Storm panned her gaze around the park, looking from face to face as she acknowledged the presence of each and every mutant. When she got to Ember, her milky white eyes locked onto her, and stepped past Glass to approach her. <span class="mu-b">“You must be the one that the Huntsman mentioned. I hear that you are in need of ‘a boost’.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“Uh…yeah, I am. But…”</span> <span class="mu-b">“Tell me, are you at all capable of absorbing the energy of a nearby lighting bolt?”</span> Ember blinked at her and started sputtering. <span class="mu-r">“Wha-! No! No the hell I can’t.”</span> she quickly answered. <span class="mu-r">“I’ve gone this whole time sapping electronics to make my pixels, but I’ve never even tried to absorb that much all at once, or that quickly. It would fry me.”</span> (Cont.)
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Tue 14 May 2024 23:41:31 No. 6005092 Report What will you say?
>”But how will you know if you haven’t tried?” >”Can’t you make something like a lightning rod or a machine that can hold a charge so you can absorb it after Storm hits it?” >”Maybe I can use my webs as a conduit to hold the charge while you sap it from a safe distance. They’ve gotten more heat resistant as of late.” >”Well, that idea’s out. Does anyone else have any better ideas?” >Write-in. Pastebins:
Character Sheet:
https://pastebin.com/1ZihFYSV Equipment and Gear:
https://pastebin.com/WAhveFAd Contacts:
https://pastebin.com/WdcFXD2s 10 Commandments of the Desperados:
https://pastebin.com/Qpr2jVPE Costumes:
https://pastebin.com/5Jie54X2 The Huntsman’s Travel Guide:
https://pastebin.com/PU6LWsip Upcoming Events in the Maximum Universe:
https://pastebin.com/DceSEjiR Anonymous
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>>6005092 >”Can’t you make something like a lightning rod or a machine that can hold a charge so you can absorb it after Storm hits it?” >”Screwball, can you issue a chat challenge? Who can ship us a DIY lightning rod kit capable of standing up to mid-intensity Storm in 30 minutes or less? I can provide the glue.” Put Screwball (and her fans) to work. Up those engagement numbers! More comments, more views, more insane ideas!
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>>6005092 >>”Maybe I can use my webs as a conduit to hold the charge while you sap it from a safe distance. They’ve gotten more heat resistant as of late.” How much bullshit can we do with webbing, lets figure it out
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>>6005092 >>”Maybe I can use my webs as a conduit to hold the charge while you sap it from a safe distance. They’ve gotten more heat resistant as of late.” If there's risk involved, we're not letting Ember endure it alone.
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>>6005092 >"Lightning is just static electricity from... like air molecules rubbing together, right? And the lightning happens when the charge difference becomes large enough to break through air resistance." (>"I've fought an electricity themed villain before.")
>to Storm "Can't you limit yourself to only build up a small charge without it releasing into lightning?" also this
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Wed 15 May 2024 22:25:00 No. 6006156 Report Quoted By:
>>6005143 >>6005521 >>6005259 >”Maybe I can use my webs as a conduit to hold the charge while you sap it from a safe distance. They’ve gotten more heat resistant as of late.” Taking this. Writing...
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Wed 15 May 2024 23:30:35 No. 6006224 Report Quoted By:
<span class="mu-r">“Maybe I can use my webs as a conduit to hold the charge while you sap it from a safe distance.”</span> you suggested. <span class="mu-r">“They’ve gotten more heat resistant as of late.”</span> And they take longer to disintegrate, but you didn’t really want to publicize that sort of information. Ember raised an eyebrow. <span class="mu-r">“Would that even work?”</span> she asked, looking between you and Storm. <span class="mu-b">“If we were to use another object as a lightning rod, and these ‘webs’ of his were connected to a grounded surface, I don’t see why not.”</span> Storm explained. <span class="mu-b">“We would just need to create enough pathways for these ‘conduits’ to evenly distribute the charge.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“We’d also need a lightning rod.”</span> Ember said. At the same time, you and a few others turned to stare at the Angel Statue. <span class="mu-r">“That could work.”</span> —------- Thanks to your web-shaping ability, it wasn’t terribly hard for you to connect multiple weblines to the statue, all of them leading to web-stakes that you’d placed at even distances from one another and stuck into the ground around the fountain. The Morlocks, and Screwball, watched with interest as you set all this up. Storm was also watching, albeit from much higher up, and Ember was nervously waiting near one of the stakes, her hand outstretched towards it. Glass and Callisto, on the other hand, were taking advantage of this momentary distraction to have a private chat while Screwball wasn’t paying attention to them. <span class="mu-b">“Are you ready?”</span> Storm asked, her voice somehow booming as it reverberated from where she floated up in the sky. Those clouds around her were forming a little too fast for your liking. You could only imagine what everyone outside of the park was feeling. <span class="mu-r">“Not really! But I’m guessing we’re gonna do it anyway.”</span> Ember shouted back. <span class="mu-r">“Let her rip!”</span> you agreed. Storm nodded and raised her arms above her head. The clouds rumbled and flashed ominously, giving you very little warning before a bolt of lightning streaked down from the sky and struck the angel statue. The bronze art piece flashed brightly, and arcs of electricity ran through your weblines, making them glow bright hot with the energy that was coursing through them. Ember took a hasty step back, but she didn’t retract her hand. Instead, she forcefully got her breathing under control, and allowed the excess energy to flow up her arm. She shut her eyes tightly and clenched her jaw, but when she next opened them, they were glowing bright yellow. Slowly, a layer of golden pixels formed over her clothes, reshaping them into another outfit entirely. Her sweats transformed into a pink and black-striped spandex bodysuit, with a small, low cut jacket that was only barely covering the armor padding over her chest. A pink half mask and a black visor formed over her face, leaving her colorful ponytail to flop around in the breeze. It honestly wasn’t a bad first attempt at a suit.
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Wed 15 May 2024 23:31:59 No. 6006226 Report <span class="mu-r">“Are you alright? Do you think you’ve got enough?”</span> you asked.
Ember blinked several times, her eyes darting around the area. You could tell, because her visor was projecting a pair of digital pupils in their place.
<span class="mu-r">“I guess we’ll find out…”</span> she said in a slightly processed voice. It would do well to hide her identity.
Ember pointed a hand at an empty plot of land in the distance, sending a cluster of pixels to their target destination. And in no time, she was already building the base for a ferris wheel. Quite easily too.
The other Morlocks cheered her on as she simultaneously constructed the theme park attraction and sapped residual energy from the statue.
<span class="mu-r">“This…this isn’t so bad.”</span> Ember admitted, her voice slightly strained. <span class="mu-r">“I was thinking of what you said earlier. About choosing my codename.”</span>
A futuristic looking gun formed on Ember’s toolbelt, as well as a cylindrical device that you assumed was a lightsaber.
<span class="mu-r">“I was thinking of ‘Pixel Pirate’ or ‘Bit Raider’. What do you think?”</span>
Out of the corner of your eye, you spotted Abe swinging towards you to rejoin your group. Joy must’ve noticed too, because she looked ecstatic.
What will you say?
>”Pixel Pirate has a nice ring to it. It’s simple and self-explanatory.” >”Bit Raider isn’t bad, but I think that one’s been trademarked already. Unless you’re planning on stealing the name for yourself.” >”How about this instead?” (Write-in.) >”Great work. Renovations will be done in no time with you here to help” >”There’s no need to rush. You’re handling a lot of energy right now, so it wouldn’t be the worst idea to take things slow.” >Signal Abe to come over and stand behind Ember. She’s in for a hell of a surprise when she turns back around. >Write-in. Pastebins:
Character Sheet:
https://pastebin.com/1ZihFYSV Equipment and Gear:
https://pastebin.com/WAhveFAd Contacts:
https://pastebin.com/WdcFXD2s 10 Commandments of the Desperados:
https://pastebin.com/Qpr2jVPE Costumes:
https://pastebin.com/5Jie54X2 The Huntsman’s Travel Guide:
https://pastebin.com/PU6LWsip Upcoming Events in the Maximum Universe:
https://pastebin.com/DceSEjiR Anonymous
>>6006226 >”Bit Raider isn’t bad, but I think that one’s been trademarked already. Unless you’re planning on stealing the name for yourself.” >"How about "Sister Shock"? Ya know, like "system shock", since you're a programmer and you run off electrical energy." Anyways...
>”There’s no need to rush. You’re handling a lot of energy right now, so it wouldn’t be the worst idea to take things slow.” Anonymous
>>6006226 >”I’m leaning Bit Raider. Pixel Pirate sounds like you’d be plastered all over pirate-themed restaurants as a mascot to attract teenagers. Nobody’s got time to burn them all to the ground for co-opting their awesomeness.” >”Uh-oh, trouble coming up behind us. Don’t turn around yet, just finish up with what you’re doing here. The guy’s polite enough to not interrupt someone doing something nice here.” >Signal Abe to come over and stand behind Ember. She’s in for a hell of a surprise when she turns back around. She liked Spider-man, better to not give her panic attack while she’s in the middle of constructing something.
Immediately afterwards? Appropriate.
Better than the names I was thinking just now. Lightcycle, Lensflare, Voxel Viceroy. >>6006232 Damn. Good name alternative there. I’d back it.
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>>6006232 >system shock my man, great minds think alike
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>>6006226 >>6006232 +1
>>Signal Abe to come over and stand behind Ember. She’s in for a hell of a surprise when she turns back around. Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky
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>>6006232 >>6006279 >>6006336 >>6007043 >”Bit Raider isn’t bad, but I think that one’s been trademarked already. Unless you’re planning on stealing the name for yourself.” >"How about "Sister Shock"? Ya know, like "system shock", since you're a programmer and you run off electrical energy." >”There’s no need to rush. You’re handling a lot of energy right now, so it wouldn’t be the worst idea to take things slow.” >Signal Abe to come over and stand behind Ember. She’s in for a hell of a surprise when she turns back around. Taking these. Writing...
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Also now that I think about Ember's current costume, I wonder if she can't convert our current getup to a low-profile henshin belt.
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Fri 17 May 2024 00:42:23 No. 6007277 Report Quoted By:
<span class="mu-r">“Bit Raider isn’t bad, but I think that one’s already been trademarked. Unless you’re planning on stealing the name for yourself. Which would be a pretty lame first score for a newbie such as yourself”</span> you said, glancing back at Abe and signaling for him to come closer. <span class="mu-r">“How about ‘Sister Shock’? Ya know, like ‘system shock’, since you’re a programmer and you run off of electrical energy.”</span> you suggested. Ember made a thoughtful noise. <span class="mu-r">“Huh. That’s not half bad. I kinda like it. Even if it would be a bit confusing since I don’t actually zap people.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“There’s literally nothing stopping you from creating something that zaps people.”</span> you put in. <span class="mu-r">“Good point. You uh…you don’t think the others are gonna laugh at me, do you?”</span> she asked. <span class="mu-r">“It can’t be worse than the names I heard them cooking up in case you couldn’t make up your mind.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“Sister Shock sounds good.”</span> Ember quickly decided. As Abe drew closer, you made a shushing gesture and pointed at Ember’s back. <span class="mu-r">“Trust me, Sis. I’m not trying to set you up for failure. The last thing I’d want is to operate with a teammate that had a lame codename.”</span> you explained. <span class="mu-r">“And there’s no need to rush.”</span> <span class="mu-r">“You’re saying that I should take more time to figure out a name?”</span> <span class="mu-r">“No. I mean you’re handling a lot of energy right now, so it wouldn’t be the worst idea to take things slow.”</span> you said, gesturing at the almost finished ferris wheel she’d been constructing. She was doing it in record timing too. Maybe it was because of all the energy that Storm had fed into her. <span class="mu-r">“Thanks, but…I think I’ll manage. As long as I’ve got a clear image in my head, I can make something like this, no problem.”</span> Not wanting to interrupt her progress or distract her, you and Abe waited patiently for her to finish. The end result was a fully functioning ferris wheel, with music and flashing lights and everything. Some of the more eager Morlocks tried to get on right away, but Callisto and Glass managed to stop them before they got too close. As hastily constructed as it was, there was no telling whether it was structurally sound or not. Iara was probably the only one brave and sturdy enough to test it out. Ember nodded to herself, looking satisfied with her work. <span class="mu-r">“I think that came out decent.”</span> she admitted. <span class="mu-r">“Great work. Up top!”</span> you said. Abe raised his hand instead of you, and you took a step back. So when Ember turned around to slap your hand, she instead high-fived her idol by accident. When the realization of what she’d done finally hit her, she froze up, her hand still hanging mere inches from Abe’s own. <span class="mu-b">“Nice ferris wheel. It really brings the whole park together.”</span> Ember started to babble, but Abe didn’t seem at all bothered by her starstruck behavior. (Cont.)
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Fri 17 May 2024 00:44:39 No. 6007279 Report <span class="mu-b">“Correct me if I’m wrong, but I don’t think we’ve met before. I feel like I’d remember a costume like yours. Are you a mutant too?”</span>
Ember continued to babble, but she somehow managed to squeeze out a few words to demonstrate that she was at least capable of forming a halfway coherent sentence.
<span class="mu-r">“I-I-I…you’re…Spider-Man…! Like…the REAL Spider-Man!”</span>
Abe spread his arms wide.
<span class="mu-b">“The one and only. Unless you’ve been buying into Jameson’s smear-campaign, or if you’re a crazy villain hell-bent on revenge. Then I’m someone far less respectable. Like the Huntsman.”</span>
<span class="mu-r">“Hey!”</span> you blurted out defensively.
Ember blew out a frustrated breath.
<span class="mu-r">“As if anyone with a brain would believe anything that windbag says. He literally spends all day printing lies and spinning stories about how you’re colluding with villains when you're clearly busting your butt to make this city a better place.”</span>
Ember sounded genuinely bothered by the idea of someone slandering your clone brother. That caught Abe off guard.
<span class="mu-b">“Right. Exactly. I’m glad <span class="mu-i">someone</span> gets it. I guess not everyone’s been brainwashed by J.J.J’s crackpot theories.”</span>
Ember looked about ready to squeal at max volume now that she’d managed to strike up a conversation with her idol. But she still looked like she was having trouble getting her words out. Abe might be an empath, but he wasn’t exactly a mind reader. Maybe your new recruit could use a little push.
What will you say/do?
>”She calls herself Sister Shock, and she’s actually a huge fan of yours.” >”I promised her that you’d take her web-swinging if she came out to help the Morlocks. Is that okay with you?” >”Hey Spidey, how would you feel about getting a new costume? The one I’m wearing now was actually designed and created by this lady right here, and she even made one for Glass.” >”She’s the newest member of our team, Sister Shock. I think she’s got a bright future with the Desperados.” >Slip away while they're not looking and let the two of them have their little moment. They’ll probably be fine. >Write-in. Pastebins:
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https://pastebin.com/1ZihFYSV Equipment and Gear:
https://pastebin.com/WAhveFAd Contacts:
https://pastebin.com/WdcFXD2s 10 Commandments of the Desperados:
https://pastebin.com/Qpr2jVPE Costumes:
https://pastebin.com/5Jie54X2 The Huntsman’s Travel Guide:
https://pastebin.com/PU6LWsip Upcoming Events in the Maximum Universe:
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Fri 17 May 2024 00:45:39 No. 6007281 Report Quoted By:
>>6007224 She absolutely could!
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>>6007279 >”She calls herself Sister Shock, and she’s actually a huge fan of yours.” >”I promised her that you’d take her web-swinging if she came out to help the Morlocks. Is that okay with you?” Anonymous
>>6007279 >”She calls herself Sister Shock, and she’s actually a huge fan of yours.” >”I promised her that you’d take her web-swinging if she came out to help the Morlocks. Is that okay with you?” Anonymous
>>6007279 >”She calls herself Sister Shock, and she’s actually a huge fan of yours.” >"I promised her that you’d take her web-swinging if she came out to help the Morlocks. Is that okay with you?” Let nobody say that we don't adequately reward our team for their time and effort. Also, I forget, but don't Ember and Abe both go to ESU right now?
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>>6007302 Not anymore, Ember is a fugitive currently.
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>>6007279 >”She calls herself Sister Shock, and she’s actually a huge fan of yours.” >”I promised her that you’d take her web-swinging if she came out to help the Morlocks. Is that okay with you?” I wonder if Abe has any experience dealing with fans yet? With the Jameson campaign going on and the darker moods Julia mentioned he may never have found/interacted with them before hurrying off somewhere else.
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Fri 17 May 2024 21:42:38 No. 6008436 Report Quoted By:
>>6007295 >>6007298 >>6007302 >>6007389 >”She calls herself Sister Shock, and she’s actually a huge fan of yours.” >”I promised her that you’d take her web-swinging if she came out to help the Morlocks. Is that okay with you?” Taking these. Writing...
>>6007302 >>6007329 She's currently wanted for questioning, since they don't know for sure what role she played in all this.
>>6007389 He definitely has fans, but he hasn't talked about having to deal with them yet.
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Fri 17 May 2024 22:33:15 No. 6008477 Report <span class="mu-r">“She calls herself ‘Sister Shock’, and she’s actually a huge fan of yours.”</span> Abe’s eyes widened a bit at that. <span class="mu-b">“A ‘fan’, huh? That’s a refreshing change of pace. Most people who know me want to pound my face into the pavement.”</span> he said in a casual tone. <span class="mu-b">“Nice to meet you, Sister Shock. That’s a cool name…and a cool costume. Did you make it yourself?”</span> He gave her an appraising look. Ember nodded eagerly, the digital pupils in her visor turning into hearts. <span class="mu-r">“Uh-huh, yeah…”</span> she muttered, in a dreamy sort of voice. She was lucky that her mask covered the lower half of her face, or else your brother would be able to see that she was currently drooling all over him. Or maybe he could sense the genuine affection and admiration she felt towards him. You wondered whether that made him feel uncomfortable, or not. <span class="mu-r">“Oh! I love your costume too.”</span> Ember added quickly. <span class="mu-b">“Thanks. I’ve spent a lot of time learning how to sew and clean spandex in order to maintain this thing.”</span> he said, stretching the fabric around the black spider on his chest. <span class="mu-b">"It's probably the hardest part of the job."</span> <span class="mu-r">“I promised her that you’d take her web-swinging if she came out to help the Morlocks.”</span> you said, surprising the both of them. <span class="mu-r">“Is that okay with you?”</span> Abe looked between the two of you curiously. <span class="mu-b">“Sure, why not. It’s not everyday you run into your biggest fan.”</span> Abe declared, holding a hand out to her. Ember stared down at it for a few seconds, and reached out to tentatively grasp his hand, as if she expected it to disappear if she gripped too hard. With a sudden tug, Abe pulled Ember close to his chest and wrapped an arm around his waist. She let out a strangled yelp, but everyone chose to ignore it. Abe stared up at the sky, watching as the dark clouds that Storm had summoned were receding from the park, allowing sunlight to break through once more. <span class="mu-b">“Lucky for us, it’s perfect web-swinging weather.”</span> Abe said. He and Storm exchanged a quick wave, before he glanced back down at Ember. She was staring up at him, barely moving, and probably not even breathing. <span class="mu-b">“Relax. I’ve got you.”</span> he reassured her with a wink. <span class="mu-b">“Even if your hands slip, mine won’t. But if it makes you feel any better, hang on tight, and try to enjoy the ride.”</span> Miraculously, the tension in Ember’s shoulders seemed to melt away after hearing Abe’s words. It was probably his powers at work. <span class="mu-r">“Okay…”</span> Ember said, half-giggling, and meek as a puppy. <span class="mu-b">“Then off we go! Be sure to keep your hands in the vehicle at all times.”</span> Abe shot a webline at a nearby tree and pulled the two of them into the air, letting out joyful exclamations the entire time. And you were pretty sure you could hear Ember squealing on the way up. (Cont.)
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Fri 17 May 2024 22:34:16 No. 6008480 Report You watched them go for about a minute, noticing that a decent chunk of the Morlocks had been watching that interaction.
<span class="mu-r">“Is it safe to assume that he’ll drop her off at home too?”</span> Araña asked, watching alongside you. <span class="mu-r">“Cuz me and Benga are about to bounce. You know, to run those errands you were telling us about.”</span>
You didn’t need her to explain what exactly those errands were. You gave the two girls a nod, turned back around and waited for them to leave. Hopefully they’d be able to shed a little light on this little “Kick” situation.
In the meantime, you’d have to decide whether you wanted to stop Screwball and Shark from getting on the Ferris wheel.
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What will you do?
>Talk to Glass and Callisto. There’s still a few things you wanted to discuss with them. >Signal Storm to fly down so you can have a word with her. It’s not everyday you get to meet an iconic X-Man. >Ride the ferris wheel with the Morlocks. >Wait for Ember and Abe to return so you can help set up decorations. (Progress the day) >Write-in. Pastebins:
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https://pastebin.com/1ZihFYSV Equipment and Gear:
https://pastebin.com/WAhveFAd Contacts:
https://pastebin.com/WdcFXD2s 10 Commandments of the Desperados:
https://pastebin.com/Qpr2jVPE Costumes:
https://pastebin.com/5Jie54X2 Anonymous
>>6008480 >Ride the ferris wheel with the Morlocks. >Wait for Ember and Abe to return so you can help set up decorations. (Progress the day) Anonymous
>>6008477 >Signal Storm to fly down so you can have a word with her. It’s not everyday you get to meet an iconic X-Man. We may not get another chance like this for a while, and I want a bit of that Mysterium they got lying around.
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>>6008480 >Talk to Glass and Callisto. There’s still a few things you wanted to discuss with them. >Ride the ferris wheel with the Morlocks. Why not both? I wonder if any of the Morlocks have a fear of heights.
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>>6008480 >>Signal Storm to fly down so you can have a word with her. It’s not everyday you get to meet an iconic X-Man. Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky
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>>6008519 >>6008496 >>6008534 >>6008762 >Signal Storm to fly down so you can have a word with her. It’s not everyday you get to meet an iconic X-Man. >Ride the Ferris wheel with the Morlocks. Taking these. Writing...
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Scorekeeper !!urZ1qzDpXky ID:0TtgglzX Sat 18 May 2024 21:41:21 No. 6009475 Report After considering it for a moment, you decided that the criminally insane streamer and the cyborg shark could be left to their own devices for a little while. That left you with nothing but time on your hands. And since you’d already settled on the idea of spending the rest of your day here with the Morlocks… You craned your neck to glance up at the woman flying overhead, and let out a sharp whistle. She and a few of the Morlocks turned to stare at you. <span class="mu-r">“Hey! Can we talk?”</span> She raised an eyebrow at that, seemingly caught off guard by the request. <span class="mu-r">“Yeah, you! For the moment, you’re the only non-plant monster occupying the airspace.”</span> you shouted, flagging her down with both hands. Without arguing, Storm slowly floated down and landed a few feet away from you. <span class="mu-b">“What is it you need?”</span> she asked. <span class="mu-r">“I’d love to tell you, but I was actually hoping for a little more privacy before I went into details.”</span> you said, turning to look at the active Ferris Wheel. Storm turned to look as well, caution, curiosity and mild amusement playing across her features. And to her credit, she didn’t ask whether it was safe before agreeing. —---------- Despite being a bit rickety, the Ferris Wheel seemed to be perfectly functional and structurally sound. You had no idea whether it would stay that way, or if Ember would need to conduct routine maintenance via pixel reinforcement, but you decided not to worry about that right now. Because right now, Storm of the X-Men was sitting directly across from you in your cabin. She sat with her legs together, her spine ramrod straight, and her hands folded over her lap. Even the way she sat was elegant. It gave you the uncomfortable impression of sitting across from royalty. It might’ve made a lesser man lose his composure, but after facing down the likes of Doctor Doom, you couldn’t bring yourself to flinch under her imperious gaze. <span class="mu-b">“So,”</span> she began, her expression stern. <span class="mu-b">“What is it that you would like to discuss?”</span> What will you say?>”I was hoping that you could put me in contact with the X-Men. I’m in the business of problem-solving, and I think we could have a mutually beneficial relationship.” >”I’m not sure how much Callisto and Glass have told you, but the Morlocks are trying to start a business. It would really help if they had the support of the X-Men.” >”You and Callisto seem to have history. If you wouldn’t mind, I’d like to know more about that.” >”I was just in the mood for a nice, leisurely chat. I don’t really get this ‘mutant politics’ stuff, and I was hoping you could help shed a little light on it. Because I genuinely can’t understand where all the animosity is coming from.” >Write-in.
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>>6009475 >>”I was just in the mood for a nice, leisurely chat. I don’t really get this ‘mutant politics’ stuff, and I was hoping you could help shed a little light on it. Because I genuinely can’t understand where all the animosity is coming from.” Anonymous
>>6009475 >”I was just in the mood for a nice, leisurely chat. I don’t really get this ‘mutant politics’ stuff, and I was hoping you could help shed a little light on it. Because I genuinely can’t understand where all the animosity is coming from.” >”You and Callisto seem to have history. If you wouldn’t mind, I’d like to know more about that. I can return my own introduction if you’re interested.” Both of these feel like “leisurely chat” activities. Sure, the thought of recruiting her for some help or to connect us is there, but I figure we’re at our best when we drop by unannounced with gifts or requests anyway.
Though if we’re willing to broach more serious topics,
>”I have a kid I’m taking care of. Young, trained to fight from an early age, heroic, laughs off pain and serious injuries since she’ll heal quickly and so on. Long story short, got any advice on how to take care of them growing up? I’m sure you’ve seen more of those types than you’ve wanted to.” Anonymous
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>>6009588 Supporting the Super Hero Parenting question as well.
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>>6009475 >>”I was hoping that you could put me in contact with the X-Men. I’m in the business of problem-solving, and I think we could have a mutually beneficial relationship.” >>”I’m not sure how much Callisto and Glass have told you, but the Morlocks are trying to start a business. It would really help if they had the support of the X-Men.” >>”You and Callisto seem to have history. If you wouldn’t mind, I’d like to know more about that.” Anonymous
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>>6009475 >”I was hoping that you could put me in contact with the X-Men. I’m in the business of problem-solving, and I think we could have a mutually beneficial relationship.”