Alec

Alec shifted his stance and prepared for the copy of himself to attack once more as he raised his shield up in front of himself for defense. The Gemini stepped left drawing Alec in to defend before spinning in a backwards spin bringing his fake version of Foe Render around in a his spin slamming the axe head into Alec’s back and splitting the plate armor driving the axe head deep into the large mans heavily muscled back. Alec let out a grunt of pain as the axe tore free and a large amount of red pixels spilled from the open wound. Alec brought his own Foe Render up and slammed the jagged axe head down on the Gemini’s shoulder splitting his own armor open and tearing another gaping wound in the fake version of himself that vented even more red pixels from the fresh wound in the Gemini’s body.

Alec uses basic attack on Gemini (1 EN)

Alec: HP: 790+21=811+135=946-199=747/1045 | EN:  91+1=92/100 | DMG: 6 | MIT: 151 | ACC: 1 | EVA: -1 (SW) | BH: 21 | THN: 27 (45 TOTAL) | FROST THNS: 18 - Crit: additional (2 per slot * Tier) (6) unmitigated Frost damage each enemy turn for 2 turns. | Stonewall: - 25% DoT | BLD: 8-10 = (12 * Tier) (36) unmitigated bleed damage each enemy turn for 2 turns

Humphrey: + 135 HP to Alec

<<The Gemini>> HP: 255-1-36=218/500 | DMG: 250 | MIT: 87 | ACC: 1 | EVA: -1 | Critical Hits: MD 9: 300 / MD 10: 350 

• <<Disguise>>: +1 ACC to <<The Gemini>>'s first attack. -- USED

Alec shifted his stance as he waited for the fake him to charge again. The Gemini hit fairly hard but it wasn’t anything the heavily muscled Tank couldn’t take between his mitigation and Battle Healing he was holding his own and dishing back more than he took seeing as how he had already dropped his opponent to nearly half it’s health, whatever it was. The Gemini charged in again its mirror image of Foe Render swinging in another downward slice which Alec raised his shield to block. Again he only managed to divert the strike but it was enough to lessen the blow as it once more dug into his shoulder after sliding off his shield. And again his shield and armor bit back at the pretender wearing Alec’s face and mock equipment. The heavily muscled Tank drew the real Foe Render back and swung out in a diagonal upwards cut that slammed into the chest of the pretender and tore a viscous gash in it’s chest that released red pixels as if they were held inside his opponents digital body under pressure.

Alec uses basic attack on Gemini (1 EN)

Alec: HP: 868+21=889-99=790/1045 | EN:  91+1=92-1=91/100 | DMG: 6 | MIT: 151 | ACC: 1 | EVA: -1 (SW) | BH: 21 | THN: 27 (45 TOTAL) | FROST THNS: 18 - Crit: additional (2 per slot * Tier) (6) unmitigated Frost damage each enemy turn for 2 turns. | Stonewall: - 25% DoT | BLD: 8-10 = (12 * Tier) (36) unmitigated bleed damage each enemy turn for 2 turns

Humphrey: Ready -- 135 HP

<<The Gemini>> HP: 337-1-36-45=255/500 | DMG: 250 | MIT: 87 | ACC: 1 | EVA: -1 | Critical Hits: MD 9: 300 / MD 10: 350 

• <<Disguise>>: +1 ACC to <<The Gemini>>'s first attack. -- USED
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After Alec’s last Sword Art empowered strike and it’s pitiful results against the Gemini’s Mitigation Alec quickly realized he was going to have fight differently from his usual tactics so the large man shifted to a more defensive stance as the Gemini charged in once more. The carbon copy of Alec strode forward and swing it’s jagged battle axe in an over head swing aimed for Alec’s head. The heavily muscled Tank brought his shield up and managed to deflect the swing into his shoulder where it dug deeply through his armor and tore at his shoulder muscle leaving a deep cut in its wake as his enlarged shoulder spikes dug into the Gemini as his frost edged shield tore at the fake Alec’s hands as well. Alec switched his grip on his battle axe and swung it in a regular swing. The Gemini raised it’s own version of Shield of the Whorleater blocking the swing away but thankfully causing no damage in return. So even though it looked like Alec it lacked the same abilities as the Tank he thought as he took this new bit of information to account as he readied himself to continue fighting.

Alec uses basic attack on Gemini (2 - 1 = 1 EN)

Alec: HP: 946+21=967-99=868/1045 | EN:  91+1=92-1=91/100 | DMG: 6 | MIT: 151 | ACC: 1 | EVA: -1 (SW) | BH: 21 | THN: 27 (45 TOTAL) | FROST THNS: 18 - Crit: additional (2 per slot * Tier) (6) unmitigated Frost damage each enemy turn for 2 turns. | Stonewall: - 25% DoT | BLD: 8-10 = (12 * Tier) (36) unmitigated bleed damage each enemy turn for 2 turns

Humphrey: Ready -- 135 HP

<<The Gemini>> HP: 418-36-45=337/500 | DMG: 250 | MIT: 87 | ACC: 1 | EVA: -1 | Critical Hits: MD 9: 300 / MD 10: 350 

• <<Disguise>>: +1 ACC to <<The Gemini>>'s first attack. -- USED

As the hooded figure threw its deep cowled cloak free of its body to reveal an identical copy of Alec the large man, person, individual charged forward in a flash of motion swing its viciously jagged battle axe in an amazingly fast swing Alec barely had time to raise his shield as the wicked looking axe aimed straight for the heavily muscled mans midsection. Alec raised his shield in defense but the other person was much quicker and Alec only managed to divert the axe head slightly as it slammed into his arm and bit trough the thick armor plates of Alec’s armor leaving a deep cut in his arm as the icy ragged edges of his shield and the spikes of his armor bit into the mirror image of himself inflicting damage back at his attacker. Alec took a deep breath and activated Ukon Kirves swinging his battle axe in a wide arc that blurred the weapon as it slammed into his mirror images side hitting repeatedly leaving a deep ragged wound in it’s side that leaked red pixels.

Alec uses Ukin Kirves on Gemini (10 - 1 = 9 EN)

Alec: HP: 1045-99=946/1045 | EN:  100-9=91/100 | DMG: 6 | MIT: 151 | ACC: 1 | EVA: -1 (SW) | BH: 21 | THN: 27 (45 TOTAL) | FROST THNS: 18 - Crit: additional (2 per slot * Tier) (6) unmitigated Frost damage each enemy turn for 2 turns. | Stonewall: - 25% DoT | BLD: 8-10 = (12 * Tier) (36) unmitigated bleed damage each enemy turn for 2 turns

Humphrey: Ready -- 135 HP

<<The Gemini>> HP: 500-1-36-45=418/500 | DMG: 250 | MIT: 87 | ACC: 1 | EVA: -1 | Critical Hits: MD 9: 300 / MD 10: 350 

• <<Disguise>>: +1 ACC to <<The Gemini>>'s first attack. -- USED

Alec followed as the unknown individual led him through the village and into the jungle beyond. Neither person spoke a word to each other until they had arrived a suitable distance outside the city's safe zone in silence. When the hooded figure stopped it suddenly turned to face the large man and revealed himself throwing back the deep cowl covering it’s face and throwing the thick cloak to the side revealing its identity. The hooded individual threw back their deep hanging cowl to reveal that they had copied Alec’s appearance. Everything was a mirror image of the large heavily muscled man, from his stern facial features and perpetual scowl to his bald head and thick graying beard all the way down to his brand new equipment was completely identical to the heavily muscled Tank. It seemed to the bewildered man that this challenge had suddenly became a lot more sinister...

As the pair walked the jungle village in search of any sign of the quests beginning Alec was started as a person in a cloak with a deep cowl stepped from the shadows of one of the stilted buildings and spoke in a low raspy voice. "You look pretty strong." The hooded figure spoke as it approached and offered its simple challenge. "I'm looking to test my skills. If you beat me, I'll teach you a hidden skill. What do you say?" Alec stopped dead in his tracks as he turned to look at the hooded figure. Could this possibly be the Gemini character he’d heard about? He thought to himself as he took measure of the hidden person. The individual had no cursor over its head so it wasn’t a Player that was for sure. Alec contemplated his situation before nodding his ascent to the hooded individual. Lead the way. Alec replied as he set off behind the unknown person.

The main settlement of the Sixth Floor was known as Krycim Alec though to himself as he looked around. It was located directly in the center of the floor and was surrounded by the countless trees and plant life that the jungle landscape had to offer. The settlement was protected by a thick jungle canopy, although the area itself was rather open and airy. The wooden, vine-riddled buildings were constructed both on stilts and atop the massive roots of the gigantic trees. As Alec stepped down from the Teleport Pad and began to walk the town he spotted the aged and decayed stone columns which described a war between the Amazonian inhabitants and some sort of massive snake-like monsters. As Alec began to walk the town he glanced to his Familiar Humphrey. Well pal here we are. I wonder where we need to go to start this quest. Alec said as he looked to his friend to see if the bear cub had any useful suggestions or guidance to offer.

Alec continued his walk through the snow covered Forth Floor till he arrived at the rustic town of Snowfrost with it’s simple buildings made of wood and stone reminding him of some villages he’d seen pictures of from old Europe during medieval times. There were few shops here mostly non player character run and fewer still inns and taverns. All in all this was a very quite place that made Alec think of simpler times. Times before cell phones and televisions. How nice that must have been Alec thought, though that did mean no football on Sundays and that was something he greatly missed since being trapped here in this digital prison. As Alec walked he looked to the computer generated persons around him giving them little mind as he made his way to the center of town and the Teleport Pad located there. As he approached he quickly and quietly ascended the few steps to reach its center as he stopped and called out in a deep loud voice. KRYCIM with that there was a bright flash and when his sight returned Alec found himself standing on an identical pad in a totally different town.

The large man shuddered as the thoughts of that quest came unbidden back into his mind. He had watched as everyone he loved and cared about had been killed because he had been too weak to save them. The large mans thoughts grew dark at the horrific images that came flooding back into his mind. Alec stopped dead in his tracks and forcefully shook his head to clear the unwanted memories and images from his brain. Damn this place he thought with a viscous growl. Damn this place and it’s creators to hell. Whatever that so called geniuses name was who built this place Alec growled again as he set back off for the town of Snowfrost. He had to rid himself of these dark thoughts if he was keep a calm mind and clear head for this quest. He had proven to himself that he fought much better when focused than when he let his inner rage take over and drive him by pure animal instinct and rage.

The walk was long but Alec had become accustomed to it and knew the route like he knew the back of his hand travelling mostly on instinct and past memory as he let his mind wander and his feet take him through the thick drifts of snow. Humphrey bounded along showing his young age as he always did when the pair walked the snow covered floor. The bear cub diving into deep drifts of snow to emerge with loud playful growls as if attacking unseen foes from his hidden vantage points. Alec chuckled as his mind wandered. The playfulness of the bear cub never failed to brighten his mood no matter where his thoughts took him and today his thoughts drifted back to the Sixth Floor and the last big quests he had done there. Calming the Soul Alec thought with a shudder. That had been a rough one. Alec had had to fight his own inner demons and all the negative thoughts and emotions he kept bottled up within himself.

With his items assigned and his decisions made the large man looked down to his Familiar Humphrey and smiled at the young bear cub laying on the floor. So pal feel like joining me in my search for this Gemini character on the Sixth Floor. You’re always a big help and I would love the company. Alec said in his deep baritone rumble as he gazed fondly at his friend and companion. The bear cub let out a growl of ascent as he rolled over performing a somersault and plodded over to the larger man to stand by his side. Glad to hear it. Alec exclaimed happily as he reached down to ruffle the thick black fur on the bear cubs head and behind his ears before turning to the door of their cabin and pulling it open allowing a blast of frigid air from the snow covered floor to blow fine flakes of snow into the living room as the pair exited the cabin and began their long walk from the far remote corner of the floor to the main settlement of Snowfrost.

Alec continued his scrolling eventually stopping and tapping the stack of Teleportation Crystals he had. He might only need one but he could hold five in one slot so why not a little overkill the large man thought as he continued to scan his items. He had had some tough fights before and had been woefully low on healing relying only on his low leveled Battle Healing and Humphrey and a few times that had gotten the large man into trouble so Alec stopped when he got to the healing potions and crystals he had recently bought. Alec assigned the three Healing Potions he had bought then once more decided to ere on the side of caution and quickly assigned a stack of healing crystals as his finger hovered he poked once more assigning three more stronger healing crystals to the next slot. That left only one assigned slot thanks to his Storage Closet and new backpack he had recently bought at a Merchant and finally deciding he had enough healing to save a small army nodded to himself and closed his inventory satisfied with his choices.

Alec continued his scrolling till he came to his new Tier 3 One Handed Battle Axe Foe Render. The axe was reminiscent of one of his older axes in that it was designed to add to the wielders accuracy while at the same time creating viscous jagged wounds that would bleed after the initial wound was created. Alec took several practice swings with the new axe getting the feel for the weapon, with a satisfied nod the heavily muscled Tank hung the axe from a loop at his side and continued to scroll through his inventory choosing items for his Battle Ready Items. As Alec scrolled through the listed items he thought back to previous quests and issues he’d had in the past. The first item he assigned was his Luck Stone in case he found himself needing to search for anything since he wasn’t sure exactly what this quest entailed other than fighting someone called The Gemini. Next Alec nearly scrolled past before stopping and quickly assigning his Amulet of Unrestrained Hate as he hated when he kept getting Paralyzed so if this Gemini ended up having a Paralyze Alec would be ready.

Alec continued scrolling through his items and stopped as he reached his new set of Tier 3 Heavy Armor. The armor was larger and more cumbersome than he was used to hopefully it wouldn’t hamper his movements too much he thought to himself as he equipped the set of heavy full plate armor. The shoulders had huge spikes on the shoulders and covered his entire body unlike his old shoulder pads. Alec noticed a distinct clanking when he moved that hadn’t been there before with his old Vanquisher Shoulder Armor but the new armor was of his current Tier and offered way more protection than he had previously so Alec took the time to move his arms and legs around getting the feeling for the new set of plate mail and it’s movements and possible restrictions. With a satisfied nod the heavily muscled man continued his scrolling through his inventory.

As Alec dropped his now empty coffee mug off into the sink before making his way back into the living room where he opened up his inventory with a quick swipe of his finger and began looking through the items he had amassed thus far in his adventures here in Aincrad. Alec perused the mass of items contained within. He had tried to do a good job of keeping his inventory clean but he was noticing a build up and would need to purge it in some way soon. As Alec scrolled through the items he stopped and quickly equipped his new shield the Shield of the Whorleater which looked like a giant scale from a monstrous beast with sharp frost tinged edges. Alec inspected the shield with a determined smile of satisfaction. This was his new equipment’s first outing and he’d see how all his new gear performed. As he finished his inspection of the shield he went back to his inventory and continued his choices.

Yeah I suppose someone like Bahr or Kirbs would pet you a lot. Alec replied with a chuckle but they both have Familiars and I doubt they’d trade them in for you. Not that you’re not an awesome friend and companion but Bahr has Swine Bajesus and Kirbs has that weird little furry thing she’s always fighting with. Alec answered the bear’s grumble with a chuckle. So I think you’re stuck with me pal and my desire to quest and level and help beat this game. Alec continued as he finished up his mug of coffee and stood up receiving another grumpy growl from the young bear. Yeah yeah I know. Alec returned with a smile come on pal lets start our day and see what we can find on the Sixth Floor Besides who knows what we’ll find out there in that big old wide open digital world we call home. Alec finished with a smile.

Humphrey let out a satisfied grumble as the large man kept kneading the bear cub with his toes. Yeah I know. Alec replied with a deep low chuckle. You could stay here all day and do this but how am I ever going to get strong enough to join the Front Lines if all we do is lounge around the house and have me pet you all day. Alec replied with a deep laugh. I agree this is nice and relaxing but if I’m ever going to take my place on the Front Lines I need to get out there and quest so I can gain levels and get stronger. If all we do is this the first Boss Raid I try and join I’m going to get killed. Then who’s going to rub your tummy and keep you company? The large man asked as he looked down to his friend and companion laid out before him. The bear cub let out an unhappy growl and rolled onto its feet looking at the larger man.

As Alec softly padded over to the couch the large man sat down and stretched his feet out before him gently kneading the bear cubs skin with his bare toes as he contentedly sipped at the mug of hot black liquid. Humphrey let out a pleased grumble of ascent and rolled over allowing Alec to massage the bear cubs rib cage as he continued to enjoy his morning beverage. What to do today? The large man thought to himself as he continued to sip the flavorful mug of steaming black liquid. The heavily muscled man sat and pondered his options for the day. There was a quest he had been putting of and seeing as how he just attained Tier 3 and had finally geared himself accordingly the large considered this the best time as any to try and knock it out. What do you say Humphrey? Alec asked in his deep baritone rumble. Feel like heading to the Sixth Floor and see if we can trigger that Gemini guy I’ve been hearing about? I heard he offers to teach you a free skill if you can beat him in a fight.

As Alec sat at the edge of his bed he ran his heavily calloused hands over his bald head and through his thick graying beard. With a flex of his tree trunk like legs the heavily muscled man rose into a standing position and stretched his thick heavily muscled arms out wide stretching his sternum and proceeding into his morning regime of stretching his aging body and readying himself for another day spent questing and leveling here in the digital prison he found himself trapped within. Having completed his morning stretches the large man padded softly from his bedroom into the living room where he looked about. His familiar Humphrey was once more sprawled out before the dying embers of last nights fire where he always was every morning since Alec had bought his cabin here. The American Black Bear cub was stretched out enjoying the warmth of the dying embers and with a smile Alec continued on into the adjoining kitchen where he poured himself a large mug of steaming black coffee.

Alec was walking the Third Floor when he spotted an Alchemist shop he hadn't seen before. Always interested in finding new sources of potions and such the large man approached the shop and allowed a small smile to soften his perpetual scowl as he grasped the door handle and opened the door. As Alec passed through the entrance he rose up to his full height of nearly six and a half feet and gentle closed the door behind him. Being extra careful as he approached the counter the heavily muscled man eyed the stock of wares as he approached the counter. As the large man reached the counter he greeted the Shopkeeper in his deep baritone rumble. "Hello. My name's Alec and I'd like to buy a Crafter's Respite if you have any currently in stock." Alec finished with his faint smile as he placed 750 Col on the counter receiving the Potion with a nod as he thanked the Shopkeeper and headed for the door. "I'm always on the look out for potions to help me out while questing. I'm sure I'll be back to buy more items from you in no time." Alec offered with a nod as he exited the shop.

Thank you very much!!

Alec had just finished his hunting on the 21st Floor and now had some Unidentified Items to ID'd so He went in search of a Merchant. He had heard the name Shield mumbled on the lips of many of the Front Line Players he had met but he had never met the man in person so when the large man found himself out of a Merchant shop and he saw the name Shield attached to it he couldn't resist the chance to meet the man so many Front Line Players spoke about. The man was after all a pure Tank and that was what Alec sought for himself as well. So why not kill two birds with one stone. Meet the man he had heard so much about. Grasping the door handle Alec opened the door ducking under the frame so as not to hit his head on the frame. As the closed the door behind himself he rose back up to his full height of nearly six and a half feet and made his way towards the front counter ensuring he was clear of any shelves or items that might be knocked over by his over sized frame. As he neared the counter he light a slight smile soften his tern features. "Hello Sir. My name's Alec and I have some items here I'd like to get identified if you have some time?" Alec asked in his deep baritone rumble as he opened his inventory and placed the weapons, armor and consumables onto the counter. Alec eyed the other man as he placed a few large stacks of Col on the counter. "If my mat's right this should cover the expenses." Alec added as he placed 47,256 Col on the counter top. "Oh and I have this Crafting buff that may help you find something interesting hopefully." Alec finished with a smile.

Alec was in search of some Healing Items for some upcoming quests and he was in need the supply seemed to be in very short supply so he found himself trudging through the First Floor his head down and an irritable scowl plastered across his face. He had so many bad memories of the years he'd been stuck on this floor and ever time he came back here all those memories and feelings were drudged back up again. As Alec stomped around he stopped and looked up spotting an Alchemist Shop he'd never been into before. As he walked in his scowl was replaced with a genuine smile this store had TONS of healing items and the sight caused Alec's heart to sore as he walked up to the counter and greeted the shopkeeper. "Hello there. I'm in need on Healing Items and you seem to have a large selection. I hope you don't mind if I place a big order." The large man said you seem  to have a large selection and you're the first I've seen in a long time. Here goes." Alec said. "I'd like those 4 Superior Crystals of the Blood-dragon horde, those 3 Superior Crystals of Powerful Dragon-blood. and 10 of your Superior Crystals of Potent Dragon-blood." Alec said with a smile. "I'd also like to pay in a combination of Col and Tier 3 Mats if that's alright with you." Alec stated as he placed 49 T3 Mats on the counter and 26,000 Col his smile broadening as he saw the deal closing. "Thank you and have a great day." Alec said with a smile and a wave.

Alec was in need of Healing Items for some upcoming quests so found himself out walking the Forth Floor which since it happened to be his home worked out well for him. The large man disliked when he had to travel to the First Floor because of the unhappy memories associated with it and his time trying to understand the game and its workings but he enjoyed the Forth Floor so much that he called it home. As he walked he encountered a small alchemists shop so with a shrug the large man opened the door and stepped inside. "Hello." The nearly six and a half foot tall heavily muscled man greeted the shopkeeper. "I'm in search of some healing items and hopefully you can help me." Alec said in his deep baritone rumble. As Alec carefully walked up to the counter he spotted a pair of healing potions. "Those Sir. Those two should do the trick." The large man said as he placed the required amount of 1,400 Col on the counter in exchange for the pair of potions. "Thank you and have a nice day." Alec offered as he departed the store careful not to bump into anything or knock anything over.

Alec had finally stumbled upon the shop he had been hearing so much about and with an inventory full of eggs he guessed now was the time to spend them. That or end up with a bunch of useless items taking up his inventory space so Alec grasped the handle of the door and pulled it open. Upon entering he saw three young boys lounging about near the counter so the large man walked up glancing at the items displayed near the counter. Wow!!! Alec thought to himself people weren’t kidding there was some really cool stuff here to buy with these eggs he had as he glanced over the supply he quickly made his decision. “Excuse me but I’d like to trade in these eggs I found.” The large man began in his deep baritone rumble. “I’d like one of those Bunny Stamps please, an Easter Bunny’s Favor and a reroll ticket oh and 1 T3 Mat to finish it all out. That should come to 228 eggs which is exactly the amount I have.” Alec finished as he gathered his items and waving goodbye left the shop with a faint smile upon his face.

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