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WHEEZES ... this write up got away from me, but here we go. And again, THANK YOU SO MUCH I know this is a lot, so I truly appreciate you taking the time to read through this jam and help with any questions!
Maybe, someone of you have figured it out lately. But Greed's been planning something - something a bit big. And what is it he's been plotting? Well, let me introduce you to:
Rebellion 101: Greed's Guide to Causing Problems on Purpose
Through the last couple of the months and into March/Early April, Greed will be actively seeking out Tokens. Specifically those he thinks might be able to use their given abilities a bit differently. He's got a reason for this, of course. And he won't be coming in without a little payment of his own.
If they're willing (or if he can convince them to at least give it a try), he will teach them some of the basics of alchemy and alkahestry (via the Murmur or making a Tether, and probably having to spill some of his secrets in the process). And why would he do that, you may be asking? That's simple!
He's looking to be a find away to be an absolute pain in the ass towards Sleep.
Being a homunculus, he could never do alchemy himself, but he's watched alchemists do it for years. And he was around during the end of the series, so he's got the bright idea of trying to teach someone the basics (see: alkahestry and counter alchemy) to see if the powers here can do something similar, given the right materials. He would probably try to test it out on a small area in the beginning to see if they can purify something (a puddle of water, some questionable piece of food) before moving onto a bigger area (say around his bar).
The idea is that if they can purify an area and make it harder for Sleep to influence it, that's a win in his book. I don't expect it to be completely fixed, but the transmutation circle(s) will be able to do something to combat Sleep. However, what they do will all come down to the Token(s) involved.
And he knows the rules. So, he will be using his own blood as payment to strengthen whatever transmutations him and whoever else happen to make. Especially the blocks around where he's set up shop.
However, it'll come at a cost, but we'll get to that!
β₯ Who would be involved? Greed, any of his CR or tethers that want to get involved, and any Token willing to bounce with the devil and make terrible choices. Just let me know whether or not you want Greed to reach out to yours! No worries if you don't! This is a wild idea, after all.
β₯ Timeframe: He's already started reaching out to people, tipping his idea (vaguely) to Silco (sorry buddy, a Sin's gotta keep some of his secrets), and otherwise keeping a tabs on the Murmur whenever someone's decided to gather some data on the people here. But I'm thinking some of the smaller tests will start sometime in late March, with his bigger test around the 'Nest towards the middle to end of April (I AM CURRENTLY in tax season hell, so APOLOGIES ALL AROUND ... one day, I'll be free)
I've reached out to the mod about this jam, and we'll both be open to questions here (best I can, anyway)! But below are some ideas of what Tokens might be able to play with:
Using Greed's blood is actually going to offer a better kick into making successful barriers/"safe" zones in comparison to a Token using their own blood.
On to the Token typesβ to make this a bit more challenging and needing some trial and error/reaching out to people (but without leaving anyone out), all Token types could be capable of performing something similar to alkahestry/alchemy, just in different ways and affecting different things. To make it well-rounded, different Tokens will be needed for different assignments:
β₯ Aquamancers and Pyromancers: Both Aquamancers and Pyromancers have a purifying ability; aquas are much more passive and peaceful, while pyros are active and aggressive, sometimes painful (since they must burn away the corruption, so to speak, as opposed to washing it away).
β₯ Beastkin and Necromancers: Beastkin will have an easier time attempting to safeguard plant life, while necromancers could purify the soul.
β₯ Bloodwrights, Lightweavers, Shadowbinders, Illusionists, and Geomancers: Bloodwrights could purify blood, Lightweavers could make light shields, Shadowbinders could filter the darkness, Illusionist could purify the senses, Geomancers the earth, and so on.
β₯ Artificers and Runecasters: The only neutral token types that will not have a set type but could be capable of all elements, just at a weaker state, are Artificers and Runecasters. But to compensate, they will be able to pick up alkahestry/alchemy a lot quicker than anyone else.
(We're also open to more ideas, counting that it fits the Token type!)
β₯ The Cost: Now, here's the kicker. If this somehow does work and Greed decides to use his bar (or any other big area), I think having the cost be on him is only fair. The stronger the barrier, the more he's going to feel it personally. I'm a sucker for symbolism, so he's going to have his own, Daemon overheating ability turn on him whenever he has to put up an especially strong barrier or circle (or keep it up). Alchemy is all about an equivalent exchange. And while he may not seem like it, he's willing to do it in order to keep what's his.
Also, if you know the series, you know how he ends up going out the first time around. Something something, ouroboros, coming back 'round to eat its own tail.
But long story short, your boy is gunna need an ice bath whenever things end up going to complete to hell and/or someone who he can willingly (or unwillingly, given permission) possess while he recuperates.
β₯ Bonus: The Devil's Nest: For anyone staying with Greed, has a tether with Greed, or is visiting the 'Nest and decides it'd be a fun time to sneak around, I will share some bonus goodies for a roll. Greed has been keeping a list (links are just for my reference so I don't ... completely fuck up what he should and should not know), as well as a map of potential places to try. Funny, that shape looks familiar, doesn't it?
If you want yours to be able to overlay it (or figure out that it even is a map), they'll find that big circle with an arrow? It is exactly where the 'Nest is.
But down to the rolls! If you want yours to try to find them in the 'Nest, I'll do an online roll. Here's how the numbers will work:
Rolling 0 - 5: Unfortunately, you don't find anything. Greed's got a lot of junk in the place, so you'll probably find something stupid. Why did he hide away a bunch of scratch tickets in a drawer? Why are you asking stupid questions? It's stuff.
Rolling 6 - 8: Ding, ding, ding! You find the list he's been making of potential Tokens. What do the notes mean? Who knows!
Rolling 9: You found the CVS Receipt Map! Hopefully someone you're friends with found the list so you can figure out what the hell it all means.
Rolling 10: Jackpot, baby. You find both the receipt and the map. Now what do you do?
PHEW I know that's a lot! But I'll toss some placeholders for questions, comments, concerns, etc. below. A HUGE THANK YOU to our mod for even entertaining this stupid idea. Hope you guys enjoy it. GO WILD and as always, the world is your oyster.
WHEEZE seriously, thank you so much! Just glad you like it! I've only gotten two questions so far, but there's absolutely no rush at all, so please take your time!
Question 1: When Greed is possessing people, is it all right for him to look like so?
(CW Disembodied souls in the image link)
Greed doesn't have access to his abilities here, but I've been thinking what he looks inside any would-be host would reflect how it looks when he is possessing someone in Brotherhood. Here's an idea of what that might look like!
I figure there's probably a glassy-looking barrier separating him and the souls since he's cut off from his Philosopher's stone. There's a couple of folks who have Volunteered as Tribute, so I wanted to ask beforehand!
Question #2: The other question(s) comes from Kal's player (over here for reference). But here's the quick rundown:
1. If this ends up working, can other Offerings eventually use their blood once Greed teaches a Token what to do? And will it still work?
2. Kalmiya might recommend reaching out to Two, what with him being a Runecaster and all. Depending on how March ... ends for him, that might be something either Kal or Greed might do. Course, that all depends on how everything works out this month, so this may be a To Be Determined situation.
And that's it so far. Again, I can't thank you enough for diggin' this idea and letting this stupid Sin make terrible choices.
2. yes, they can! but keep in mind that they will still likely need a token to make it work in full. and i'll keep my eyes open for the two contact, which could likely garner results if you convince him!
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Maybe, someone of you have figured it out lately. But Greed's been planning something - something a bit big. And what is it he's been plotting? Well, let me introduce you to:
Rebellion 101: Greed's Guide to Causing Problems on Purpose
Through the last couple of the months and into March/Early April, Greed will be actively seeking out Tokens. Specifically those he thinks might be able to use their given abilities a bit differently. He's got a reason for this, of course. And he won't be coming in without a little payment of his own.
If they're willing (or if he can convince them to at least give it a try), he will teach them some of the basics of alchemy and alkahestry (via the Murmur or making a Tether, and probably having to spill some of his secrets in the process). And why would he do that, you may be asking? That's simple!
He's looking to be a find away to be an absolute pain in the ass towards Sleep.
Being a homunculus, he could never do alchemy himself, but he's watched alchemists do it for years. And he was around during the end of the series, so he's got the bright idea of trying to teach someone the basics (see: alkahestry and counter alchemy) to see if the powers here can do something similar, given the right materials. He would probably try to test it out on a small area in the beginning to see if they can purify something (a puddle of water, some questionable piece of food) before moving onto a bigger area (say around his bar).
The idea is that if they can purify an area and make it harder for Sleep to influence it, that's a win in his book. I don't expect it to be completely fixed, but the transmutation circle(s) will be able to do something to combat Sleep. However, what they do will all come down to the Token(s) involved.
And he knows the rules. So, he will be using his own blood as payment to strengthen whatever transmutations him and whoever else happen to make. Especially the blocks around where he's set up shop.
However, it'll come at a cost, but we'll get to that!
β₯ Who would be involved? Greed, any of his CR or tethers that want to get involved, and any Token willing to bounce with the devil and make terrible choices. Just let me know whether or not you want Greed to reach out to yours! No worries if you don't! This is a wild idea, after all.
β₯ Timeframe: He's already started reaching out to people, tipping his idea (vaguely) to Silco (sorry buddy, a Sin's gotta keep some of his secrets), and otherwise keeping a tabs on the Murmur whenever someone's decided to gather some data on the people here. But I'm thinking some of the smaller tests will start sometime in late March, with his bigger test around the 'Nest towards the middle to end of April (I AM CURRENTLY in tax season hell, so APOLOGIES ALL AROUND ... one day, I'll be free)
I've reached out to the mod about this jam, and we'll both be open to questions here (best I can, anyway)! But below are some ideas of what Tokens might be able to play with:
Using Greed's blood is actually going to offer a better kick into making successful barriers/"safe" zones in comparison to a Token using their own blood.
On to the Token typesβ to make this a bit more challenging and needing some trial and error/reaching out to people (but without leaving anyone out), all Token types could be capable of performing something similar to alkahestry/alchemy, just in different ways and affecting different things. To make it well-rounded, different Tokens will be needed for different assignments:
β₯ Aquamancers and Pyromancers: Both Aquamancers and Pyromancers have a purifying ability; aquas are much more passive and peaceful, while pyros are active and aggressive, sometimes painful (since they must burn away the corruption, so to speak, as opposed to washing it away).
β₯ Beastkin and Necromancers: Beastkin will have an easier time attempting to safeguard plant life, while necromancers could purify the soul.
β₯ Bloodwrights, Lightweavers, Shadowbinders, Illusionists, and Geomancers: Bloodwrights could purify blood, Lightweavers could make light shields, Shadowbinders could filter the darkness, Illusionist could purify the senses, Geomancers the earth, and so on.
β₯ Artificers and Runecasters: The only neutral token types that will not have a set type but could be capable of all elements, just at a weaker state, are Artificers and Runecasters. But to compensate, they will be able to pick up alkahestry/alchemy a lot quicker than anyone else.
(We're also open to more ideas, counting that it fits the Token type!)
β₯ The Cost: Now, here's the kicker. If this somehow does work and Greed decides to use his bar (or any other big area), I think having the cost be on him is only fair. The stronger the barrier, the more he's going to feel it personally. I'm a sucker for symbolism, so he's going to have his own, Daemon overheating ability turn on him whenever he has to put up an especially strong barrier or circle (or keep it up). Alchemy is all about an equivalent exchange. And while he may not seem like it, he's willing to do it in order to keep what's his.
Also, if you know the series, you know how he ends up going out the first time around. Something something, ouroboros, coming back 'round to eat its own tail.
But long story short, your boy is gunna need an ice bath whenever things end up going to complete to hell and/or someone who he can willingly (or unwillingly, given permission) possess while he recuperates.
β₯ Bonus: The Devil's Nest: For anyone staying with Greed, has a tether with Greed, or is visiting the 'Nest and decides it'd be a fun time to sneak around, I will share some bonus goodies for a roll. Greed has been keeping a list (links are just for my reference so I don't ... completely fuck up what he should and should not know), as well as a map of potential places to try. Funny, that shape looks familiar, doesn't it?
If you want yours to be able to overlay it (or figure out that it even is a map), they'll find that big circle with an arrow? It is exactly where the 'Nest is.
But down to the rolls! If you want yours to try to find them in the 'Nest, I'll do an online roll. Here's how the numbers will work:
Rolling 0 - 5: Unfortunately, you don't find anything. Greed's got a lot of junk in the place, so you'll probably find something stupid. Why did he hide away a bunch of scratch tickets in a drawer? Why are you asking stupid questions? It's stuff.
Rolling 6 - 8: Ding, ding, ding! You find the list he's been making of potential Tokens. What do the notes mean? Who knows!
Rolling 9: You found the CVS Receipt Map! Hopefully someone you're friends with found the list so you can figure out what the hell it all means.
Rolling 10: Jackpot, baby. You find both the receipt and the map. Now what do you do?
PHEW I know that's a lot! But I'll toss some placeholders for questions, comments, concerns, etc. below. A HUGE THANK YOU to our mod for even entertaining this stupid idea. Hope you guys enjoy it. GO WILD and as always, the world is your oyster.
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Question 1: When Greed is possessing people, is it all right for him to look like so?
(CW Disembodied souls in the image link)
Greed doesn't have access to his abilities here, but I've been thinking what he looks inside any would-be host would reflect how it looks when he is possessing someone in Brotherhood. Here's an idea of what that might look like!
I figure there's probably a glassy-looking barrier separating him and the souls since he's cut off from his Philosopher's stone. There's a couple of folks who have Volunteered as Tribute, so I wanted to ask beforehand!
Question #2: The other question(s) comes from Kal's player (over here for reference). But here's the quick rundown:
1. If this ends up working, can other Offerings eventually use their blood once Greed teaches a Token what to do? And will it still work?
2. Kalmiya might recommend reaching out to Two, what with him being a Runecaster and all. Depending on how March ... ends for him, that might be something either Kal or Greed might do. Course, that all depends on how everything works out this month, so this may be a To Be Determined situation.
And that's it so far. Again, I can't thank you enough for diggin' this idea and letting this stupid Sin make terrible choices.
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2. yes, they can! but keep in mind that they will still likely need a token to make it work in full. and i'll keep my eyes open for the two contact, which could likely garner results if you convince him!