[F01 - Event] A Prayer in the Dark

[Yukiro 0]

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Yukiro (Event Status)

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LEVEL 4
120 HP | 12 EN | 4 DMG | 18 MIT | 1 Thorns | 2 BLD | 1 REG | 1 REC

Skills:
2H Straight Sword - Rk 1

Equipped:

• "Edge" - Two-Handed Straight Sword (T1 - Rare) Bleed x2 Natural critical attack rolls of 9-10 (1 slot) or natural successful attack rolls of 8-10 (2 slots) deal (12 * Tier) unmitigated bleed damage each enemy turn for 2 turns. Bleed damage does not stack, but can be refreshed.
• "Nightmare Overcoat" - Light Armor (T1 - Perfect) MIT x2 Prevent 18 damage from successful attacks against you | REG x1 After taking damage, gain Regen at the beginning of your next turn. Heal (5 per slot * Tier) every turn for three rounds. Damage over time effects (Bleed, Poison) will not trigger Regen. Does not stack with Battle Healing. Taking damage while Regen is active will refresh it to its full duration.
• "Witcher's Vambraces" - Light Armor (T1 - Perfect) Thorns x1 Successful non-critical attacks against you deal 9 unmitigated damage to the attacking enemy. Only activates on damage dealing, melee attacks. | Recovery x2  Regain 1 additional energy on natural CD rolls of 6+.

Items:
 Spider Cider x 10
 Popcorn x 1
 Off brand Energy Drink x 2
 Funnel Cake x 1
"Cross of Regret"

Yukiro ran as fast as his legs would carry him. The light was fading as he made his way back to the large circus tent. As he ran he unequipped his Cross of Regret and, in its place, equipped Edge. It was heavy and somewhat unwieldy, but it's sharp edge was enough that it just might make enough of a difference. Especially in combat against the unsightly creatures he would be facing. 
Maybe creatures wasn't the right word. Things seemed to describe them much better.
As he ran Yukiro saw the colorful tent rising into the air above the relatively short structures scattered around it. That meant that the time was drawing near. Once again he was going to dive into the bloodbath that was this Halloween event. 
"It's difficult to brace myself for this sort of sight," he muttered to himself, "Best not stop to observe."
Easier said than done. As he entered the tent, Yukiro saw countless zombies swarming all over the circus grounds. The NPCs were almost all dead at this point, though a few still cowered here and there. Players were scattered about, combating the zombies for varying reasons. 
Yukiro shook his head. He needed to focus.
Singling out a zombie, Yukiro charged.

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126207
BD: 4 MD: 5
Yukiro: HP 120/120 | EN 10/12 (-2)
Zombie: HP 50/50

Yukiro glanced at the event items in his inventory. He'd have to use them all eventually. That was one thing taken care of. Now, for the rest, he'd have to fight. He didn't bother selecting a vulnerable opponent, favoring a simple charge towards one of the zombies. as he drew his new sword it became quickly apparent that he was going to have a rough time fighting-- his weapon was significantly heavier than what he was used to. Hopefully, the new enchantments would make a difference though. 
Selecting a zombie Yukiro fully drew his sword out from its sheath and made a swift swing diagonally towards the zombie's shoulder. The undead lurched out of the incoming blades swing. Yukiro tried to shift his position for a followup swing but found that his sword was not going to stop with his commands. The zombie swung its arm at Yukiro, who stumbled back a bit with his sword's weight. 

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126225
BD: 4 CD: 9 MD: 9
Yukiro: HP 118/120 (20-18) | EN 11/12 (+1-2+2) 
Zombie: HP 50/50
Gain regen next turn | Recovery (CD: 9)
1/15 Crit Eva (1 from last thread)

Yukiro struggled to lift up the heavy new sword. It was unwieldy, even for him. Was anyone actually ever going to buy it? 
He had his doubts. But you never know.
The zombie made a lunge, which was actually somewhat of a half lurch, towards Yukiro. It swung out it's arms and clawed Yukiro across the face. 
"Gah!" Yukiro hopped back, out of the enemy's range. He felt his face. Nothing unusual. Right, this was a game after all. He wouldn't be terribly deformed no matter what happened. Which was nice, but also put his own fighting at a disadvantage. He couldn't simply hack his opponent to pieces and finish them off at his leisure. 
Kinda nice, but kinda disappointing. Oh well.
Yukiro took a moment to balance with his sword. It was going to take some getting used to at least. At most he would have to sell it one way or another.
Such a pain in the neck. 

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126226
BD: 7 CD: 10 MD: 8
Yukiro: HP 120/120 (-1+5) | EN 12/12  (-1+2)
Zombie: HP 40/50 (-10)
Regen turn 1, refreshes next turn | Thorns | Recovery (CD: 10)
1/15 Crit Eva | 3 Restored health 

Yukiro took a quick step back, away from his quarry, to get a moment to balance himself with his sword. The tip-heavy weight of the sword was beginning to get on his nerves a bit. He couldn't let it get to him too much though, or he'd regret it. That said, he may be able to use this for his 'Bingo Book', which he'd only discovered while on his way back to the circus tent. 
He made a heavy swing with his weapon, cleaving through the zombie. The momentum of his sword dragged him forwards, into the zombie which clawed his face. This triggered his Nightmare Overcoats ability-- Regen. His health began to automatically heal his HP. A handy ability, if he did say so himself. 
Thanks again, Bahr. I seriously owe you one.
Using the momentum that threw him forwards, Yukiro continued until he had some distance between himself and the zombie, then turning around to face it again.

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126297
BD: 9 CD: 9 MD: 9
Yukiro: HP 120/120 (-2+5) | EN 12/12 (-1+2)
Zombie: HP 27/50 (-13) 
Regen turn 1, refreshes next turn | Recovery (CD: 9) | Bleed turn 1
1/15 Crit Eva | 5 Restored health

Yukiro grinned at his strategy. If he could keep this up, he would be able to beat the zombie and fill the bingo book fairly quickly. He'd read it briefly, but a certain thing caught his attention. There was a sword he greatly desired. And he'd go down swinging to get it.
Yukiro raised his sword for another attack and tipped over backward, catching his balance as he fell. Right, new sword. What a pain.
He positioned his sword at his side and took a deep step towards the lumbering zombie. Yukiro swept his sword upwards for a clean hit straight across his foe's body. A small symbol appeared next to the zombie's health bar. Yes! Bleed has activated! That's plenty extra damage!
Once again, the zombie clawed at him, this time scratching his shoulder. His regen healed him pretty quickly, keeping his health up. Good, that was important. He moved forward with his sword's momentum and turned to face the zombie again.

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126298
BD: 8 CD: 2 MD: 7
Yukiro: HP 120/120 (-1+5) | EN 12/12 (+1-1)
Zombie: HP 5/50 (-22 Dmg)
Regen turn 1, refreshes next turn | Bleed turn 1 (refreshed with BD: 8) | Thorns
1/15 Crit Eva | 6 Restored health

Yukiro took a moment to balance himself again. It seemed that this would have to be done a lot. Another moment passed. The zombie's health bar dropped again due to bleed. Yukiro grinned for a moment, then composed himself and made for another swing. His swords momentum made him stumble forward a bit while he cleaved through the zombie's body. Again, in return, the zombie reached out with a swinging arm and gored Yukiro's stomach. The wound quickly dissipated due to regen, which was proving to be more and more handy with each passing moment. Yukiro finished stumbling forward and turned to face the zombie. It had already turned and was beginning it's lurching walk towards him. 
What fun single combat was!
It was a good thing he'd switched up his equipment for this. It was proving to be significantly more effective than before. He'd have to remember to thank those who'd helped him with it. 
Well, I guess I can take credit for the sword. If it keeps up the good work, maybe I can sell it for a little more...
Then again, maybe not.

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126299
BD: 4 MD: 2 LD: 15
Yukiro: HP 120/120 | EN 11/12 (+1-2)
Zombie: HP 1/50 (-12, LD: 15 so it's not killed) 
Regen turn 2 | Bleed turn 2 | Thorns
1/15 Crit Eva | 6 Restored health

Yukiro was getting a little over-excited at his newfound success. He was dealing damage! Getting hit! Restoring health! Things were going well. So well that something had to go wrong. Yukiro didn't wait to regain his balance after his last attack. After turning he simply raised his sword and made as though to leap forwards and crush his foe with sweeping downward arc. Instead, he found that his new, unfamiliar sword's weight was dragging him down and backwards faster than he was drawing it forwards. He his body tipped back and fell. Yukiro grunted as he hit the ground hard. It wasn't enough to deal him any damage, but it was certainly enough to annoy him. He sat up and grimaced, rubbing his head. 
Oh right. No pain.
Yukiro slowly got to his feet and rested the tip of his sword on the ground. The zombie was closer now than he'd like, but that was easy enough to deal with. 
Or so he hoped.

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126300
BD: 3 CD: 4 LD: 19 MD: 9
Yukiro: HP 120/120 (-2+5) | EN 11/12 
Zombie: HP 1/50 (-9, doesn't die due to special)
Regen turn 3 (refreshes next turn) | Thorns 
1/15 Crit Eva | 8 Restored health

Yukiro was beginning to find it more and more difficult to use his new sword, edge. Which was bad, especially considering that without that he probably couldn't kill these zombies. 
It's somewhat extreme weight was focused on the tip, which made it a massive pain to deal with. It made positioning the sword difficult, swinging the sword difficult, stopping the sword difficult, and more. That said, it's bleed was something to be respected. 
Yukiro raised the sword carefully, in such a way that he would not to tip over, and brought it down in a near-vertical blow. The zombie swayed to the side, causing the weapon to miss. Yukiro stumbled forward a step with his attack, and the already-close zombie closed the distance. Making a wild, slashing arm swing the zombie clawed Yukiro's head, only barely missing his face because Yukiro moved his head to prevent any damage to his eyes. 
This fight shouldn't take long, or at least, Yukiro would rather it didn't. The more zombies he killed the better.

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126301
BD: 5 CD: 2 LD: 7 MD: 10
Yukiro: HP 120/120 (-2+5) | EN 10/12 (+1-2) 
Zombie: HP 0/50 (-9, special does not activate)
Regen turn 1 (refreshes next turn) | Thorns
1/15 Crit Eva | 10 Restored health | 1 zombie killed

Yukiro swiftly stepped forward, going around his sword, leaving it's tip on the ground so it's weight didn't affect him. He turned again to face the zombie. It was lumbering towards him slowly, trying to reach out for him. Yukiro took a running start, hoping the momentum would help move his sword in an attacking motion. 
It did not help him move his sword in an attacking motion. 
In fact, it felt like the sword's tip was stuck to the ground, pinned by some force. The force of gravity, Yukiro supposed. He nearly dropped his sword as the handle tried to jerk itself out of his hands. 
The zombie stepped forward and swung it's arms at Yukiro. The first arm hit Yukiro's chest. For the second, Yukiro raised his arm and used his vambrace to black the incoming blow. As the zombie's arm connected, his vambrace's Thorns activated, dealing damage to his foe. The zombie stumbled back as it's health was reduced to zero. It glowed briefly and shattered. 
Yukiro gave a sigh of relief. But no time for rest. On to the next foe. 

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126302
BD: 7 CD:12 MD: 2
Yukiro: HP 120/120 | EN 12/12 (+1-1+2)
Zombie: HP 49/50 (-1)
Regen turn 2 
1/15 Crit Eva | 10 Restored health | 1 zombie killed

Yukiro paused only briefly to catch his breath. He hated to admit it but these zombies were pretty difficult opponents. He glanced around. The players all seemed to be fighting, to the number of zombies available were few. 
Then he saw it.
A small NPC child was huddled in one of the darker corners of the circus tent. A zombie was lumbering towards her. She seemed to be either unable to walk or too scared to move. Yukiro's instincts kicked in. He ran as fast as he could across the battlefield of a circus and past the lumbering zombie, all the way to the side of the small girl. 
"Are you okay? Can you stand?" Yukiro asked. Even if it was an NPC, it felt immoral to let her die. The child nodded, sniffling a little bit. Yukiro stood up and drew his sword, getting between the girl and the zombie. 
"Then go. Run! I'll take care of this one. Get out of here and don't die," he ordered. The NPC nodded again and stood up. 
"Th-thank you!" she called before she turned and ran away, along the canvas of the tent.
Once she was a decent distance away Yukiro took a wide swing at the zombie, cleaving it in the middle. The zombie turned and faced him. 
Hopefully, he managed to save her. More than he's saved his friend, at least.

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126303
BD: 9 CD: 5 MD: 10
Yukiro: HP 120/120 (-2+5) | EN 12/12 (-1+1)
Zombie: HP 36/50 (-13)
Regen turn 3 (refreshes next turn) | Bleed turn 1 
1/15 Crit Eva | 12 Restored health | 1 zombie killed

Yukiro was angry. Who would make a little girl get involved with this kind of event? Who would ignore or leave her to her fate? It all aggravated him to no end.
Fortunately, he had a target on which he could vent all his pent up rage on. Zombies made good punching bags. Or at least good targets.
Yukiro moved his sword so that the tip rested on the ground behind him. He swung it around in a sweeping arc, dragging the tip along the ground before curving the strike up and into the zombie's torso. A small red icon appeared next to the zombie's health, which began to drop greatly. Bleed had activated again. The zombie moved forwards and swung its arm for a return strike. Its arm clawed across Yukiro's face. He didn't bother trying to dodge the blow. Regen would heal him anyway. 
Yukiro stepped forward, with the momentum of his blade. This time, as he spun around to face the zombie again, he began his next stroke. He just couldn't wait to cut that thing again.

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126304
BD: 3 CD: 3 MD: 10
Yukiro: HP 120/120 (-2+5) | EN 11/12 (+1-2) 
Zombie: HP 24/50 (-12)
Regen turn 1 | Bleed turn 2 
1/15 Crit Eva | 14 Restored health | 1 zombie killed

He'd made a mistake. Yukiro hadn't balanced himself before striking. The momentum of his sword dragged him backward, away from the zombie as he leaned forward, toward the zombie. The two momentums canceled each other out, neither causing Yukiro to fall back nor the large sword to move forward. Yukiro tried to swing the sword, but it simply wasn't light enough to swing like he normally did. The zombie's health did drop thanks to bleed, but it wasn't enough damage to satisfy Yukiro. The zombie got closer to Yukiro than Yukiro liked. It reached out and clawed Yukiro at the very base of his throat. The feeling of the attack sent shivers down Yukiro's spine. The attack wasn't fatal here, but the knowledge that it was a fatal blow was so driven into Yukiro's mind that ha began to panic a bit. His body shot away from the zombie, soon followed by his legs. He dragged the sword further away. This was getting bad.

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126305
BD: 4 CD: 1 MD: 3
Yukiro: HP 120/120 | EN 10/12 (+1-2)
Zombie: HP 24/50 
Regen turn 1 
1/15 Crit Eva | 14 Restored health | 1 zombie killed

Yukiro was shaking because of the feeling of that last attack. If it weren't for the fact that HP dictated fatal blows in this game, he would have died right then and there. 
The very thought terrified him. Regardless of any training he might have undergone, he couldn't stop himself from fearing death. 
The zombie moved forward. Yukiro instinctively stepped back. As the zombie moved forward Yukiro moved away from it. His breath was shaky. He needed to get himself under control. 
Yukiro made a wide, stumbling slash at the zombie. He missed sorely, but the sword dragged him away from a counterattack made against him. At least he wasn't hit again. That would be bad. Yukiro retreated a few steps back, buying himself some time to calm down. 
He took slow, deep breaths, trying to calm his pulse. He needed to stop himself from feeling the urge to flee. He needed to replace it with the will to fight. 
Yukiro waited for a moment for his nerves to calm down. Then he entered a fighting stance. He had to re-excite his nerves again, in such a way that he could fight. 

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126306
BD: 6 CD: 4 MD: 3
Yukiro: HP 120/120 | EN 10/12 
Zombie: HP 23/50 (-1) 
Regen turn 2
1/15 Crit Eva | 14 Restored health | 1 zombie killed

 

Yukiro backed away slowly. He hadn't completely managed to stop himself from feeling fear. But he at least had a will to fight. 
He took one large step forward and leaned forward to balance the sword before swinging the long, hefty weapon up and around his body. It cleaved into the side of the zombie, but rather than going completely through the blade stopped partway into the zombie's torso. The zombie was knocked over by the force of the blow, rendering it unable to even attempt to strike Yukiro.
The hit was unsatisfactory. Yukiro felt a certain displeasure at the thought and feeling of his weapon being unable to completely cut through it's target. It wasn't the sword's fault though. The failure was on him. His fighting spirit had been dulled. 
That would have to change. And it would have to change immediately. Combat was Yukiro's one remaining source of pride. And it would not be taken from him. 
Yukiro lifted his sword to make ready for whatever would happen next.

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126311
BD: 3 CD: 10 MD: 3
Yukiro: HP 120/120 | EN 11/12 (+1-2+2)
Zombie: HP 23/50  
Regen turn 3
1/15 Crit Eva | 14 Restored health | 1 zombie killed

If I keep getting hit, I can restore more health, but I run the risk of getting hurt. No, maybe not. I should run the numbers through my head to make sure.
Also, if I don't use these items I won't achieve be able to get that thing... 
Yukiro was thinking strategy and running numbers in his head as he fought the flailing corpse. Recalling the rewards, there was a certain thing he wanted, but it would be very hard to attain it... But there was no choice. He'd have to go for it if he wanted to succeed. Or at least he'd go down swinging. 
I'll need to fight a lot, if not kill many of these things. I don't know how this will go down. 
He narrowly dodged one of the zombie's swiped, leaning back on his sword to evade the blow. He took a swipe, which pulled him backward while he swung it, but he also missed his target. 

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126322
BD: 8 CD: 8 MD: 9
Yukiro: HP 118/120 (-2) | EN 12/12 (+1-1+2)
Zombie: HP 10/50 (-13)
Regen activates next turn | Bleed turn 1 | Recovery
1/15 Crit Eva | 14 Restored health | 1 zombie killed

Finally, Yukiro decided it was about time to simply go for the kill, trying to ignore the tingling sensation in his throat. Tossing away his thoughts of strategy and planning he braced himself to swing around the heavy sword he held. The zombie lumbered forward, slashing at him with it's arms. Yukiro swung his sword, using the weighty force it provided to hop away from the zombie. The sword careened around Yukiro and cleaved into the zombie's body. 
In one side, out the other. 
Such a satisfying feeling.
As the blade continued it forced Yukiro back towards the zombie, which scratched his shoulder. 
Not a very satisfying feeling.
Yukiro quickly continued past the zombie, dragging the blade along with him. It was a struggle to move the heavy weapon with him, even dragging it. After he figured he had a decent amount of ground, Yukiro made a halting stop and sharply spun around. The zombie was already careening towards him. 
It was not a very fast careen. 

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126323
BD: 1 CD: 1 MD: 3 LD: 13
Yukiro: HP 120/120 (+5) | EN 11/12 (+1-2)
Zombie: HP 0/50 (-12, special doesn't activate LD:13) 
Regen turn 1 | Bleed turn 2 
1/15 Crit Eva | 1/25 Crit Fails | 16 Restored health | 2 zombies killed

Yukiro made a clumsy final swing at the zombie as it slowly lumbered toward him. His sword went more downward than it did horizontal, causing a complete miss that was actually fairly embarrassing.
The zombie's health was drained regardless, as bleed's effects were acting at their fullness. The color of the zombie's health turned red, then slowly shrunk until it dissipated entirely. The zombie moaned made a stumbling motion before glowing briefly and shattering. The fight was won. 
Yukiro glanced around. The number of zombies didn't seem to be decreasing. Which made sense. If there was expected to be a large number of players here the monster spawn rate would be made high enough to accommodate everyone. That was simply how it worked. Or at least, Yukiro assumed so.
He glanced at what he'd achieved so far. Not much to speak of yet. That's unfortunate. But it simply meant he'd just have to keep going. He was determined to at least leave a small mark on the event.

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Yukiro: HP 120/120 (+5) | EN 12/12 (+1)

Yukiro was free of battle for the moment. That gave him at least some time to run some numbers through his head.
He wasn't taking enough damage. He'd need to remove his Nightmare Overcoat to let the zombies deal enough damage to let him heal his HP. It did run a risk or taking to much damage, but he was willing to take the risk, at least for a little while. 
Let's see... Equipment... Select the armor... unequip...
As he pressed the unequip icon his Nightmare Overcoat disappeared into his inventory. It was a little chilly without it. It must be getting dark outside. He hadn't noticed. The tent had lighting, so his vision wasn't affected too much. 
He spun his arms around a few times, trying to loosen them up before engaging his next foe. It didn't help an astronomical amount, but it was enough. Picking up his sword, Yukiro approached his next enemy. 
The fight was just getting started.

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126333
BD: 9 CD: 10 MD: 7
Yukiro: HP 105/120 (-15) | EN 12/12 (-1+1+2)
Zombie: HP 28/50 (-22)
Bleed turn 1| Thorns | Recovery
1/15 Crit Eva | 1/25 Crit Fails | 16 Restored health | 2 zombies killed

Yukiro dragged his over-sized sword behind him. It was irritating but very useful. Spotting a nearby zombie Yukiro altered his course to intersect with his chosen target.
He sped up as he approached, stopping at he swung the large sword around his body. The sudden stop made it so that swinging the sword wouldn't drag him away from the zombie. His sword struck true, cleaving into and through his foe. The swords momentum dragged him forwards, an increasingly familiar feeling, and nearly made him run into the walking corpse. Twisting his body as he was propelled forward he managed to miss colliding with the zombie. 
The zombie speared Yukiro's shoulder with its hand. Its claws raked across his body. Yukiro was surprised at how much damage the simple scratch had caused. That coat really was incredible. 
When Yukiro eventually was able to stop and regain his balance. He turned and glanced at the zombie's health. It had taken massive damage, and bleeding had activated. Perfect. Things were going more smoothly. 

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro

[Yukiro 0]

Spoiler

Zombie: HP: 50 MIT: 10 DMG: 15 on a hit, 20 on a 9 or 10.
SPECIAL: If the Zombie would be killed by a weapon or defensive ability, and the LD is equal to or higher than 15, the Zombie is instead reduced to 1HP. This ability is ignored if the attack that reduced it 0 was a critical hit or the weapon/armor used has the holy or holy blessing enhancement.
ID# 126334
BD: 9 CD: 6 LD: 12 MD: 3
Yukiro: HP 105/120 | EN 12/12 (-1+1+2)
Zombie: HP 15/50 (-13)
Bleed reactivates, turn 1 | Recovery 
1/15 Crit Eva | 1/25 Crit Fails | 16 Restored health | 2 zombies killed

Yukiro fully turned around to face the walking corpse. The zombie moaned a bit as it stumbled towards him. Yukiro sighed and prepared for another swing with the heavy sword. He raised it above his head carefully and let the sharp edge drop down onto the zombies head, which cleaved straight through his undead adversary. Yukiro watched the zombie's health drain down. The bleed icon blinked once and then remained in place. Excellent, the bleed has refreshed. Things are starting to move forward again. Yukiro was once again forced to follow the path of his sword, but this time managed to evade the zombie's hand as it whipped through the air towards him. 
Wait. No, don't dodge! I need to take damage so I can heal! It's my only shot at beating this thing!
By thing, he was referring to the Bingo Book. He had to admit, while he was ashamed to be seeking a reward for his work, he was more than enticed by the thought of the possible rewards. 

Edited October 21, 2019 by Yukiro