Werewolf XLI - Apocalypse Awakens - Game over!

[ntndeacon]

Originally Posted by WVUFAN

{OOC: Yeah, it's on the front page of the rules, that each character is assigned Health and Power, and that it's variable. After all, you don't expect, say, Storm to have the same health as Wolverine, or Silver Surfer the same power as Captain America}

(Mandarin)
Damn Europeans think they know everything!

[Poli]

I demand equal rights, I mean, uh, power. No, I mean health! Health care! I demand adequate health care for heroes and villans alike!

[Eaglesfan27]

Here! Here! I think I'm going to need that health care.

[hoopsguy]

The heroes and villains quickly set to work forming teams, many involving former friends while some represent new alliances. After intense discussion, the Master of Magnetism determines that Iron Man is an agent of Apocalypse and strikes him with a wave of force that threatens to rip the armor from his body!!!

Other members of Mutant First attack quickly and decisively, but Tony Stark responds with vigor. Although he is immobilized, a single thought triggers his famed repulsor rays, blasting a stunned Magneto off his feet.

However, Iron Man cries in pain as a special arrow from Hawkeye's quarrel buries itself into the side of his armor. Smoke arises as the arrow appears to be burrowing through the armor and into the side of the playboy millionaire. Helpless to defend himself against a flurry of attacks, Iron Man wails in pain.

Meanwhile, the forces of Silver Moon concentrate their attacks on Cannonball. The young mutant is nearly imperveous as he blasts through the air, not looking to evade anything thrown his way. He winces in pain as his former teacher, Professor X, reaches out to his mind, but perserveres. Suddenly, a playing card from Gambit explodes into him and he is thrown from the air! Sam Guthrie tumbles to the ground, as the irrestible force has met a highly explosive object.

Mystique finds herself with powerful enemies and very few resources to resist their attacks. Can this frail woman sustain attacks from both the Hulk and Juggernaut? Apparently so, as well as a face-first introduction with Captain America's shield and Mandarin's electric personality. She is battered, bloody, and perhaps not as funny as she thought she was, but she lives to tend to her broken bones.

As the smoke clears, only one hero has seen an end to their story on this day. It is Tony Stark who took the biggest and the most hits on this day. His body is gone! The astral image of Apocalypse appears:

"I have claimed the first of your number today. Although Tony Stark was among the strong, he was overwhelmed by his so-called allies. When I have claimed eleven more of your number I will declare an end to this game"


Night 1 is underway.

[LoneStarGirl]

Originally Posted by SackAttack

Lady, do you need a lesson in reading comprehension.

In speaking to Wolverine, I was telling him that Iron Man and Captain Britain, etc.

Apparently an understanding of English isn't one of your many powers, huh?

Next time, dont use a , use a ;. And women are always right, do not argue with me!

[DaddyTorgo]

dammit...Tony was one of the 12!

[Schmidty]

COWARD APOCALYPSE!!!! COME FIGHT ME!!!!!!!!!

HULK WILL MAKE YOU PAY FOR HURTING HIS FRIEND!!!!!!!!!

[gi]

Going to the pub to raise a pint in Tony's honor...anyone else care to come? I'm buying...

[WVUFAN]

{Doom}

Wolverine, your life is mine.

[Chief Rum]

(Gambit)

Poor Iron Man. Mutants First chose wrong, and now we have lost a valuable member of the 12. Be wary, Magneto and your ilk. You chose poorly, and now it has cost us.

[Chief Rum]

Originally Posted by WVUFAN

{Doom}

Wolverine, your life is mine.

If you go after Wolverine, you will have to deal with me as well. He is my friend until I know otherwise.

[hoopsguy]

Iron Man: 19
Mystique: 11
Cannonball: 9.5
Magneto: 4

[Barkeep49]

Well I know not about mystique, but I will point out that those who attacked me chose equally as poorly. There is no good Day 1 solution as we discover time and time again.

[WVUFAN]

Originally Posted by Chief Rum

If you go after Wolverine, you will have to deal with me as well. He is my friend until I know otherwise.

Then yours is forfeit as well.

[Abe Sargent]

Originally Posted by hoopsguy

Iron Man: 19
Mystique: 11
Cannonball: 9.5
Magneto: 4

THis our gold, and we need to assess it.

[GoldenEagle]

(Juggernaut)

The Apocalypse knew that Tony was one of the 12. I am very suspicious of anyone voted for him today. All must fear the powerful wrath of Juggernaut.

[Tyrith]

To clarify, this is damage that they would have taken before any defenses powers come into play.

[Barkeep49]

Also what does it say that 3/4 of our one group was attacked? I'm honestly not sure but I think it must mean something.

[Abe Sargent]

Originally Posted by hoopsguy

Iron Man: 19
Mystique: 11
Cannonball: 9.5
Magneto: 4

I will come right out and put it all on the line, because I think this is how we snuff out the baddies. My arrow is specially powerful against armored foes and should have dealt five of the 19, barring pluses my tream may have gotten.

-Hawkeye

[Barkeep49]

Can someone put together a traditional "who voted for whom" list?

[Barkeep49]

I was responsible for at least 3 of the 19. More information when I receive my night PM.

[Chief Rum]

Originally Posted by Barkeep49

Also what does it say that 3/4 of our one group was attacked? I'm honestly not sure but I think it must mean something.

Your group is the victim of your past actions. All are suspicious of you. Are you surprised your group would draw fire?

You also were the first to attack.

[Tyrith]

IF YOU DO NOT ALSO SEND ME YOUR PRIVATE MESSAGES TO HOOPS, MOD SMASH!!!

[Barkeep49]

The synergy of Mutants first should be another 2, in theory.

[Alan T]

Originally Posted by Anxiety

THis our gold, and we need to assess it.

Working on it right now, trying to figure out some math. I'll post something with numbers soon.

[SackAttack]

Y'know.

I'm not a bit surprised by the outcome here. That's what happens when you rush to irrevocable judgement based on nothing.

[Bonegavel]

Originally Posted by Chief Rum

If you go after Wolverine, you will have to deal with me as well. He is my friend until I know otherwise.

Thanks, Bub.

[Barkeep49]

Originally Posted by SackAttack

Y'know.

I'm not a bit surprised by the outcome here. That's what happens when you rush to irrevocable judgement based on nothing.

This sort of sanctimonious scribbling is stupid and supercilious.

[gi]

So if I read the rules correctly, we now have a night action?

[Poli]

Originally Posted by hoopsguy

Mystique finds herself with powerful enemies and very few resources to resist their attacks. Can this frail woman sustain attacks from both the Hulk and Juggernaut? Apparently so, as well as a face-first introduction with Captain America's shield and Mandarin's electric personality. She is battered, bloody, and perhaps not as funny as she thought she was, but she lives to tend to her broken bones.
Night 1 is underway.

I hope she got a billy club as well.

[Barkeep49]

Correct gi, though not actions are done via PM. No voting and such.

I would also encourage our seer or seeresque people to scan Mystique. If Mystique is bad it'll take little to kill her. If she's good then we want to make sure she recovers.

[Barkeep49]

Oh and I wouldn't mind be scanned either since I think it's quite likely I will meet my demise tomorrow.

[Bonegavel]

Originally Posted by gi

So if I read the rules correctly, we now have a night action?

[ooc]
yes that you must send via PM to hoops. Don't reveal your night action in the thread.
[/ooc]

[Chief Rum]

Originally Posted by Barkeep49

This sort of sanctimonious scribbling is stupid and supercilious.

So say you. Strong statement, sir.

[gi]

So I could put my defensive power on myself then, correct? Thanks for the help in advance.

[Poli]

I am definitely interested in who dealt what amount of damage.

[SackAttack]

Originally Posted by Barkeep49

This sort of sanctimonious scribbling is stupid and supercilious.

Is it? You were the first to attack Tony, who we now know was one of the 12.

Is it stupid and supercilious that I pleaded with people to show more restraint, and we lost a powerful ally because of bullheaded foolishness?

Or is it stupid and supercilious that you were the first to cast your lot - with two actions, I might add - and now condemn me for pointing out that you, among others, were foolish in your haste to lynch?

[gi]

LOL. Tis be a slow learning curve.

[hoopsguy]

Originally Posted by Barkeep49

Can someone put together a traditional "who voted for whom" list?

Here are the moderator numbers:

Post #448 (1:33PM) Magneto attacks IronMan (magnetic blast) and Impedes IronMan (special attack)
Post #450 (1:35PM) Mystique attacks IronMan (gun)
Post #459 (1:46PM) Warpath attacks IronMan (knife)
Post #532 (2:27PM) Doom attacks Magneto (mystic blast)
Post #559 (2:47PM) Hawkeye attacks Iron Man (Acid Arrow - special attack)
Post #560 (2:48PM) Captain Marvel attacks Iron Man (energy blast)
Post #561 (2:48PM) Cannonball attacks Iron Man (collision)
Post #562 (2:48PM) Daredevil attacks Mystique (billy club)
Post #584 (3:00PM) IronMan Energy Absorbtion (defense power)
Post #584 (3:00PM) IronMan attacks Magneto (repulsor blast)
Post #660 (4:27PM) Wolverine attacks IronMan (claws)
Post #695 (5:44PM) Prof X attacks Cannonball (psionic blast)
Post #697 (5:48PM) Moon Knight attacks Cannonball (crescent dart)
Post #699 (5:53PM) Math attacks Cannonball (psionic blast)
Post #701 (5:54PM) Surfer attacks Cannonball (power cosmic)
Post #711 (6:05PM) Spiderman attacks Iron Man (fist)
Post #755 (7:29PM) Mandarin attacks Mystique (ring - electric)
Post #756 (7:32PM) Captain America attacks Mystique (shield bash)
Post #759 (7:45PM) Mr. Sinister attacks Iron Man (psionic blast)
Post #761 (7:48PM) Hulk attacks Mystique (meaty green fist)
Post #780 (8:15PM) Juggernaut attacks Mystique (lower the shoulder)
Post #827 (8:46PM) Gambit attacks Cannonball (playing card)

[Barkeep49]

Originally Posted by Chief Rum

So say you. Strong statement, sir.

Indeed I do if ignobleness idiots insist in inviting inevitable impairment of victory.

[Barkeep49]

Originally Posted by SackAttack

Is it? You were the first to attack Tony, who we now know was one of the 12.

Is it stupid and supercilious that I pleaded with people to show more restraint, and we lost a powerful ally because of bullheaded foolishness?

Or is it stupid and supercilious that you were the first to cast your lot - with two actions, I might add - and now condemn me for pointing out that you, among others, were foolish in your haste to lynch?

My reasons were stated. We were all dancing around like a bunch of ballerinas at a first grade recital. We are trying to defeat evil here. Ultimate evil. Time and time again I try and do what is right and time and time again people attack me as evil, when I am merely trying to use the power available to achieve positive ends.

[Alan T]

Ok here is what I have:

Silver Moon: Blade: Cannonball, DaddyTorgo: Cannonball, Chief RUm: Cannonball, Path: Cannonball, Mr.W: Cannonball
(5 cannonball + 2 bonus)
Mutant First: Barkeep: Ironman, AlanT: Ironman, Spleen: Ironman, Thomkal: Ironman
(4 Ironman + 2 bonus)
DOOM,Sinister&Co: Wvufan: Magneto, Talgian: ----- , Goldeneagle: -----
(1 magneto)
LaResistance: Anxiety: IronMan, Ardent: Mystique, LSG: IronMan, Jonathan: IronMan, Bonegavel: Ironman
(4 Ironman + 2 bonus) (1 Mystique)
Force: Swaggs: ---- , Schmidty: Mystique, Ntndeacon: Mystique, Grammaticus: ----
(2 Mystique + 1 bonus)
Atlantic Alliance: Sackattack: Mystique, Eaglesfan: Magneto, gi: --- (Defense on Ironman)
(1 Mystique) (1 Magneto)
RaidersArmy: -------

Iron Man: 19 (12 counted for)
Mystique: 11 (5 counted for)
Cannonball: 9.5 (7 counted for)
Magneto: 4 (2 counted for)

I tried to break it down by player and team so we could also figure in bonuses. Some things in my mind, a bad guy not voting for Ironman would know he was one of the 12. So could possibly sabotage his own teams efforts on another person, or just vote off to the side. I dont see any evidence of sabotage in these numbers though.

These numbers dont figure in added attack bonuses or defense bonuses though.

[SackAttack]

Originally Posted by Barkeep49

Indeed I do if ignobleness idiots insist in inviting inevitable impairment of victory.

Hey, Wolverine, how'd you manage to get close enough to Magneto to give him an impromptu lobotomy without him turning you into a pretzel?

[path12]

Originally Posted by gi

LOL. Tis be a slow learning curve.

(ooc) Nothing like jumping straight in the deep end! (/ooc)

[Alan T]

So adding in the info from Anxiety and Barkeep, we have the following before defenses figured in:

Iron Man: 19 (12 counted for) (+5 Anxiety) (+3 Barkeep) = (20 counted for)
Mystique: 11 (5 counted for)
Cannonball: 9.5 (7 counted for)
Magneto: 4 (2 counted for)

Anyone see why there should be more than 19 on Iron Man before defenses figured in? I don't see how possibly the bad guys would sabotage killing one of the 12.. so I'm not quite sure on this one.

[WVUFAN]

[quote=Alan T;1361866]Ok here is what I have:

Silver Moon: Blade: Cannonball, DaddyTorgo: Cannonball, Chief RUm: Cannonball, Path: Cannonball, Mr.W: Cannonball
(5 cannonball + 2 bonus)
Mutant First: Barkeep: Ironman, AlanT: Ironman, Spleen: Ironman, Thomkal: Ironman
(4 Ironman + 2 bonus)
DOOM,Sinister&Co: Wvufan: Magneto, Talgian: ----- , Goldeneagle: -----
(1 magneto)
LaResistance: Anxiety: IronMan, Ardent: Mystique, LSG: IronMan, Jonathan: IronMan, Bonegavel: Ironman
(4 Ironman + 2 bonus) (1 Mystique)
Force: Swaggs: ---- , Schmidty: Mystique, Ntndeacon: Mystique, Grammaticus: ----
(2 Mystique + 1 bonus)
Atlantic Alliance: Sackattack: Mystique, Eaglesfan: Magneto, gi: --- (Defense on Ironman)
(1 Mystique) (1 Magneto)
RaidersArmy: -------

Sinister and Juggernaut both attacked.

[Barkeep49]

Ok votes in the traditional sense:

Ironman – Magneto, Mystique, Warpath, Hawkeye, Captain Marvel, Cannoball, Wolverine, Spiderman, Sinister
Magneto – Doom, Ironman
Mystique – Daredevil, Mandarin, Captain America, Hulk, Juggernaut
Cannonball – Prof X, Moon Knight, Math, Surfer, Gambit

[Chief Rum]

Silver Moon, any thoughts on today's actions? Gambit will be gone all day tomorrow, so he needs to get a handle on what we will be doing now, if possible.

[Barkeep49]

I had +2 to my attack, for a total of 3. Perhaps that's the miscalculation?

[SackAttack]

Originally Posted by Barkeep49

My reasons were stated. We were all dancing around like a bunch of ballerinas at a first grade recital. We are trying to defeat evil here. Ultimate evil. Time and time again I try and do what is right and time and time again people attack me as evil, when I am merely trying to use the power available to achieve positive ends.

Admirable.

Unfortunately, I see two problems here:

1) An attack and an immobilization is an awful lot of energy to expend on a Day 1 target, particularly when it's a pin-the-tail target. We haven't even had night actions to try to ascertain anybody's loyalties. That probably isn't the best time to be "bold," as you put it.

Why would you expend that kind of energy when a Day 2 vote might be even more critical?

2) 3/4 of your team laid into Tony within 15 minutes of one another, basically, with irrevocable attacks. You were the first three to cast stones. There was no way for any of you to back off, and the early attacks set the tone for the entire snowball. Part of me wonders if the forcefulness of your outburst was intended that way.