Fatebreaker

Hmm, Have Characters survive... Or set of the Portlandapocalypse...

I thought for sure Twi would've been a Pastafarian...

I have somewhat of a plan. The Ballooner jumps down to confront Lightwards, sees that his chances of surviving are about zero, says he's there to ally, then creates acid/oil/gasoline/liquid nitrogen balloons over everyone's heads and in front of him, creating a huge distraction as well as possibly melting Lightwards and Nighthounds faces clean off. Then he'd create thousands of balloons full of smoke and sulfer and other things a kind of multicolored smokescreen. As soon as the balloons were popped they'd release either concealing smoke or a nasty smell. He'd then flee for his life, grabbing Mommy, dive of of the building and move to Florence where he'd open Heinrich's Haberdashery and live confusingly ever after with Mommy and their 137 adopted children. c'mon Mail-mi, we can do this!

I was thinking it'd be the stronger sort, but as edge points out it'd just eat through the balloon. Maybe a balloon with weaker acid, then one with gasoline? They are rather large balloons full of liquid, so they'd be pretty heavy. The impact alone from a substantial height would be painful enough in it's own right. And I always say that any acid is potent when it's in your eyes. Well, the pterodactyls could be dealt with, using tape and a well placed bullet. And they wouldn't need too much time, they'd be dropping the balloons like they were carpet bombing the museum. (but not with carpets, that would be just ridiculous...) So anyone standing outside might get hit with one. They're mostly gasoline, with some acid balloons thrown in there for good measure. And I think the pterodactyls would be more inclined to go for the intruders, rather than the things they're dropping, unless Lightwards directed them otherwise. I was planning on having the Ballooner jump out of the zeppelin to confront/yell incomprehensibly at newly-baptized-in-acid!Lightwards, then see the allosaurus and decide to make a speedy egress. He could spot Mommy, grab her and jump off of the museum with her. Then would then be able to make a dignified retreat by running like mad until they escaped. While this was happening and distracting everyone, Schultz would ditch the zeppelin and make it crash into the museum roof, near the back of the museum. Also, schultz and the Ballooner were relatively new to the MEE, so they might not be that well known. I was thinking they showed up and Zip immediately put them on "patrol duty", simply to get them out of his hair.

Normally I'd agree, but Schultz can use his ability to control their flight by wrapping the balloons in tape, making them much more accurate, but not infallible. Plus, I was thinking Lightwards inflated ego might have made his head swell to a much more hit-able size Plus, they're big balloons, capable of holding a few gallons of acid. And I know that pterodactyls are easily taken care of with a bullet or two, so I'm not too worried about that. The plan is for them to crash the Zepplin into the museum, causing it to explode and light the MoNA on fire, thanks to all of their earlier work with the gasoline balloons.

So here's the Ballooner's plan of attack/what he's been doing: They've been floating above the museum silently, dropping balloons full of gasoline on the museum and through any windows or skylights he could find. They plan to get things warming up pretty soon. Kobold: Would it be alright for The Ballooner to drop an acid balloon on Lightward's face? Also, if anyone needs an escape plan, both the Ballooner and Schultz can create balloons or parachutes.

Sigh... Aussies and their vegemite... WHAT??? Did you never go to college??? Who is your favorite discworld character? (or characters if picking one is too hard)

The Dark Alley is happy to announce that on this day ABSOLUTELY NOTHING SUSPICIOUS OCCURRED. On a completely unrelated note, we're out of fire extinguishers in Alley 63 and we have a new acolyte position open.

His primary is metal manipulation, but on an extreme scale. He can control it to a near molecular degree, changing the type and attributes. As a result of this he has enhanced cognitive functions to deal with such a large scale of control. He also has a near perfect metal sense for a mile radius, but he can only control metal that he's in contact with, either with his body or with metal already under control. If you were to shoot him he'd be able to stop the bullet from penetrating his skin. He also has a moderate healing factor, not like wolverine, but enough that moderate wounds aren't a concern. Decapitation is final though, as well as taking out his heart. He has somewhat enhanced strength and reflexes, as well as tons of experience in many forms of armed and unarmed combat (he used to be a hit man) But his most deadly weapon is fear. Fear and surprise. His TWO most deadly weapons are fear and surprise and ruthless efficiency. His THREE most deadly weapons are fear, surprise, efficiency, and his cool black trench coat... He used to be on the ATTD list after he slaughtered an entire command center full of guards, but it's been so long since I've written for him that he tends to get forgotten... Edit: for some reason it seems I accidentally quoted Twi

This has inspired me to create another Epic: Admiral Acme! Primary: Can summon all sorts of things. Specializes in anvils, mousetraps, and grand pianos. Other goods generally appear in boxes and have a tendency to malfunction. Badly. Secondary: Can gift random abilities by summoning costume pieces, such as the floating hat, or the friction-cancelling pants, or the uncomfortably moist socks! Passive: Very strong, but rather slow healing and semi indestructability. It's hard to pierce his skin, but he flattens easily. He can heal from most injuries, after a conseiderable amount of time spent in pain and discomfort. He still feels pain, but has built up a tolerance to it after years of dropping anvils on his head accidentally. Weakness: Documentaries Appearance: He's white, middle aged. Average height and build, with brown eyes and hair. Wears his navy coveralls from his shipping job, but now his name patch has been replaced with a large silver one that Says Admiral Acme. He also has a cape and a ball cap he wears backwards. His sneakers are never tied. He tends to slouch. Admiral Acme watched too much Looney Tunes as a kid, especially Wile E Coyote and roadrunner. He grew up to work in the shipping department of a large company. Now he uses his powers to try and establish himself as a mighty tyrant. No luck so far... It'd be cool to have her face off against Quicksilver.

How'd you know? He would've been perfect id he'd joined MEE for the attack on the MoNA. Just put him in a fight with Nighthound, Lightwards, Lucentia, anyone who you want thrown off the Museum.

learned a new word, came up with a new Epic: The Defenestrator Primary: Can throw practically anyone or anything through a window or off a balcony. Secondary: Can create windows or balconies so defenestration may occur. Passive: is immune to death by being thrown off or through things.

Hey guys, I'm trying to write a prankster post where he interacts, if only briefly with another character. Any suggestions? Hey Kobold, how're you holding up with all the crazy weather that's happenning in Texas? The news says there's tornadoes and storms and floods all over the place. Weatherin' the Highstorm alright?

Whoever wants to feel better about themselves.

And I've got another Mad Ballooner post up! Apologies once again Edge, I'm not rascist I swear. For all of the newer readers who haven't met this guy yet, don't take the Mad Ballooner seriously. Not sure if I mentioned it before, but he probably watched Hogan's Heroes as a serious drama.

The Mad Ballooner was in a foul mood. Because of his power no one took him seriously. He had volunteered to partake in the attack on the enemies in the floating museum by providing a mean of transportation to the floating fortress. Initially, the other MEE members had agreed that it was a good idea and had taken him up on his offer, but when that oaf Yorick had offered to do the same but with flaming skulls, Baron von Shtiekelwurst and his multicolored balloons were forgotten. They had swept that cursed graverobber away, championing him as the answer to all of their problems. The fools! He would show them true power! He stopped in the middle of the street, a short distance away from the floating museum and barked at Schultz "Schultz! Prepare for ze attack oppuration! Initiate opperation Flyink Deaths!" Schultz nodded and put down the wooden frame he had been carrying. It looked like and outline for a large rowboat. He backed away from the construct and held his hands in front of him. Tape began to materialize from his palms, moving and twisting like snakes. It began folding upon itself at blinding speed, forming a skin around the rowboat. Layer upon layer folded itself around the craft, eventually forming what looked like a duct-tape boat. The Baron inspected it briefly, then pointed to a hole near one of the edges, shouting loudly "Shultz! Vat is zis?! Zere appears to be a breach in ze side of ze crahft! You vould be havink us plummet to our dooms?!? Huh?!?!?" Schultz looked at him for a moment, translating the horrific accent in his mind to comprehendable words. Then he pointed to the identical holes all around the edges of the craft. "They are for the ropes from the balloon, herr Baron." The Baron opened his mouth as if to continue shouting, then said nothing as his brain worked out what Schultz meant. He decided to yell anyway while he struggled to vocalize his irritation at the assumption he had been wrong "Vell, uh, I, vell vhy didn't you say so?!?! I know vhat zey vhere for! ANYVON kould tell you zat! I was just making shure you vhere payink attenshun! Now I vill get back to doink my job vithout distractions from ze likes of you!" He blustered loudly as he walked over to the craft. He glared once at his surroundings to ensure everyone was paying him the proper respect for a man of his station, then used his powers. First came the ropes which he and Schultz tied into the specially created loops. Then came the balloon. It was shaped like a classic dirigible, and grew larger and larger till it was over twenty five feet long and six feet in diameter. As the balloon reached target size, the craft began to lift off. The pair of epics jumped in and soon they were airborne as the balloon grew larger and larger. Schultz pulled some gravatronics equipment from his pack and attached it to the sides and underside of the makeshift gondola with his tape abilities. Over the years they had learned that the extra lift the gravatronics provided was extremely helpful when lifting large loads, so they had acquired several lightweight, streamlined pieces from a broker in back east. "Schultz!" cried the baron once they had risen above the surrounding buildings, "Create ze sails and sings!" Schultz nodded and set about creating tape sails on additional framework they had brought. He attached these to the sides of the balloon, as well as create a simple rudder system with which to steer. This was all done in a matter of minutes, thought the Mad Ballooner acted as if it had taken hours. " Geez, kould you verk any slowver? By ze time ve get zhere, ze fighink vill be over and ve vill lose all of ze fame and glory! Mine dead grossmutter could make zis faster zan you." Yet despite the baron's complaints they were soon flying towards the floating museum at a reasonable speed. Schultz checked his weapons as the Mad Ballooner stroked his bristled mustache in anticipation. Yes, this was power to be feared. Let the Empire of Light tremble, for the Mad Ballooner was on his way! - - - - - - - Philip Phranklin was outside, sweeping what remained of his porch when he felt something cast a large shadow over him. He looked up, quiverring in fear, waiting for an allosaurus to rip him in half or a pteranodon to peak his eyes out. But instead of a dinosaur, he saw what appeared to be a dirigible made from various kinds of tape and balloons flying towards the floating museum, piloted by a WWI German fighter pilot. He stared at it a moment, then let the broom fall as he sat down and put his head in his hands. Things had never been the same since those new neighbors moved in. He wonderred if they had to worry about tape blimps and evil dinosaurs over in Thought Town. Why was it that his neighborhood got all of the crazy Epics? Maybe it was time for him to move. He'd heard Corvalis was a nice place...

Whoops, wasn't thinking when I wrote that. I meant to say he'd be reflecting on all of the new information while trying to figure out new weaknesses.

Once the day is wrapping up in the Dalles I'd like to write a Quicksilver post, giving his perspective briefly on the events of the day and the considerable gamechangers. He's learned at least one weakness, and gained alot of detail, plus we need to wrap up with Busdriver Reflections and their new recruit. In the meantime I'll try to get a Prankster post up, but no promises since I've got a training seminar today.

This thread could be dangerous... I must hide some of my equipment and projects Not that Denizens of the Dark Alley have ANYTHING to hide...

It's possible with steady yodeling, but it's more likely it'll take a week or so.

Welcome to the Madness Have an upvote and a cookie. The cookies are simply a gesture of welcome, take one and see for yourself. Favorite Shardworld?

Thanks Kobold, glad to be back. Question: Can Reader "read" people through a screen(like skype) or if he just hears their voice over a radio?

A wild Fatebreaker appears! FREE! FREE AT LAST!!! "I AM FREE!!!!!" I did it guys, I survived the semester. And I've found a much cheaper apartment so I won't have to worry about being homeless. And I'll never have to live with those awful stoner roommates who'd hotbox the room or leave beerpong out for days at a time or sex-ile me on a regular basis! It's going to be awesome!!! I'm working 40hrs a week, so while I'm not exactly free all summer, I'll still have alot more free time. I can finally return to Oregon and what happened there. That said, I need someone to catch me up on the behind the scenes work. I've kept abreast of the Portland, Dalles, and Astoria threads, but I have no idea what's been happening on the planning side. You know, besides the endless ponies and pugs and memes. I'd like to start writing for several characters. Here are my plans for some of them: Quicksilver: I imagine he's been observing everything that's been happening, thanks to Surveillance's equipment all over the city. He's been gathering LOTS of intel on Epics powers and weaknesses, as well as how the Dalles Guard and command structure work in a large scale crisis. I may have him grab an epic, not sure who yet. Ideas welcome. Sandman: I've always had alot of ideas for his character, but I've practically NEVER used him, which is a shame. I would like him to start interracting with other people. His power give alot of potential for other characters to grow and develop as the dream he creates can bring out the true character of the dreamer. Fade: I have been planning on how to kill Nighthound for a long time. While I think it would be possible for Fade to do it on his own, it wouldn't feel right if Ray and some of the others didn't have a hand in his death. I'm not sure if he's still up as a killable character, but it would be one of the most satisfying collaborations in the history of the thread. That said, then we'd no longer be able to fantasize about killing him, and we'd have to direct all of that loathing and disgust towards someone else. The Lost: I wrote this post several times and it kept getting, well, lost. It's an awesome environment, with more of a fantasy feeling than the other threads. Some great powersets and characters, plus the potential to explore sort of a Lord of the Flies atmosphere but with superpowers. The thing is, I'm unsure whether to make it a part of Astoria, or create a separate thread. I know the logistics of creating another thread are a hassle, so I figured I could always post it here in the question thread and let you guys decide. The Mad Ballooner: general hilarity. I'd still like him to take part in the attack on the MoNA if possible. And lastly, thanks for not simply kicking me out and killing my characters. I've had a crazy year, and it's been great beeing able to read these stories and occasionally contribute. I hope I can step up my game and create decent content for the thread for a long time. Wild Fatebreaker used Longwinded Explanation! It's...

What color was it? Mine is blue.

Which one? I've worn many faces.