(SP-F1) Sharpening the senses

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Sion ventured out of the town and was ready to begin is journey but first thing was first. With a sigh he looked out at the vast world with one hand gently touching the shaft of his two handed spear. 

 

"Looks like it's time to get used to this world and try out combat. I can't accomplish anything without a grasp on at least that. Who knows, maybe it'll be easier than back home." He shuck his head as he realized the vast amount of talking he was doing with himself and moved to hunt for any beast that he could encounter. In the distance he saw a lone wolf separated from a pack.

 

He thought briefly about a sneak attack but quickly dismissed the thought. If he was going to venture through a world were death was possible at any turn then he couldn't start it by being timid of facing a wolf head on. With this resolution in mind he stepped closer to the beast and pulled his spear out with a small spin. 

 

Startled the wolf turned to face him with a menacing growl. Sion thought for a moment of the absurdity that this was like facing a wolf in the real world, that his life was on the line against a feral creature. Part of him was excited at the prospect of taking on this challenge however.

 

• Rolled a 6 on the d10 (battle) dice.
• Rolled a 4 on the d10 (mob) dice.

 

Sion lounged forward with his spear glinting in the sunlight as the wolf pounced with ferocious vigor. The two collided with each other and Sion's spear landed true. The strike caught the wolf by surprise as it's claws slide down the shaft of Sion's spear, narrowly missing him. 

 

Sion HP 5/5

Wolf HP 4/5 

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Sion looked back at his damage and where there would have been a smile, there was only a grimace. "Really? I am that weak."

 

He turned to face his ravenous opponent and readied his spear once more for this encounter. "Oh well, Guess the more practice I have swinging this thing the better." The wolf leaped forward without missing a beat this time to bring a claw down upon Sion's face. Sion's feet felt light as he side stepped clumsily still adjusting to the world. The grass danced around his ankles as his replanted his feet. The wolf landed as Sion brought his feet together and rotated his torso causing him to spin. 

 

before the wolf barely started to turn as Sion spun, swinging his spear in a wide arc. The blade slammed into the side of the beast causing it to roll across the ground a few feet before returning to an attack position. 

 

• Rolled a 8 on the d10 (battle) dice.
• Rolled a 4 on the d10 (mob) dice.

Sion Hp: 5/5

Wolf Hp 3/5

[Sion Vindictus 0]

"I could get used to this kind of thing. Not so bad if I keep on going like this." He spun his spear as the wolf charged forward with a low posture. Sion jumped backward and thrust is spear downward toward the wolf aiming for his backside. The wolf ducked beneath the weapon as it stabbed into the ground behind it. With razor like claws the beast swiped Sion's abdomen as he was still coming down from his backward jump.

 

The blow threw Sion over the back of the wolf crashing to the ground. His eyes winced as he held his gut, "So that's what pain here feel like. Well I'll have to put a stop to that you dirty beast."

 

The wolf walked a semi circle around Sion as if measuring up for the next strike. Sion paused for a moment to make eye contact with the animal and they both slowed in that instant. Within the blink of an eye, the wolf started to attack as Sion reacted by rolling toward his spear that remained pierced into the ground.  

 

• Rolled a 5 on the d10 (battle) dice.
• Rolled a 7 on the d10 (mob) dice.

 

Sion hp: 4/5

Wolf hp 3/5

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Sion's hands grasped the shaft of his weapon as the sound of the wolf's hastening footsteps grew nearer. The spear rose from the ground as dirt and grass flung upward into the wind. A growl filled the air as the wolf struck toward the back of Sion's neck with jaws wide open. 

 

Hearing the growl of the beast Sion quickly whirled around and ducked in the moment before it sunk its fangs deep within him. The wolf landed on Sion's opposite side instantly starting to turn back around. Seizing the moment, Sion rose his spear with both hands above his head like a man poised to spear fish in a shallow river. As the wolf revealed its face Sion thrust downward once more, this time catching the wolf by the front leg as it tried to evade. 

 

"Alright now I'm starting to get the hang of how I want to play this game." With a smile he readied for the next clash.

 

• Rolled a 6 on the d10 (battle) dice.
• Rolled a 5 on the d10 (mob) dice.

Sion 4/5

Wolf 2/5

[Sion Vindictus 0]

The wolf shuffled too the side after sustaining the hit. It's eyes even more hungry than before as it's life came closer to an end. It ran forward in a zigzag pattern, attempting to confuse its prey. As the wolf ran to the spear wielder's left, Sion took the chance to dart to his right causing them to start to circle around one another. As the two of them lined up in their path, Sion jumped with his spear to slam it down like a baseball bat colliding with the wolf's back. 

 

The wolf jumped to the side avoiding it and bit toward Sion's arm. Sion held the spear horizontally and brought the middle of the spear's shaft between him and the attacker. The wolf's mouth was intercepted by shaft as it's jaws came down around it instead of Sion. Saliva from the wolf splattered across Sion's face and drenched the shaft. Rotating his body, Sion used the shaft to through the wolf away from him. 

 

• Rolled a 4 on the d10 (battle) dice.
• Rolled a 5 on the d10 (mob) dice.

 

Sion hp: 4/5

wolf hp 2/5

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Sion wiped his face on the sleeve of his jacket as he complained, "that... was disgusting. this is why I don't like pets." His hand moved away from his face in time to see the beast running towards him once more. He moved the shaft of the weapon downward to block the wolfs, low incoming claw. As the spear came toward the angle of the claw, it wasn't fast enough. the claw skimmed by the weapon with tiny shards of wood splintering of as the attack landed on Sion's thigh. 

 

The wolf jumped past Sion and prepared a follow up attack from behind, it's paws digging deep into the ground for traction. Sion knowing he couldn't wait, whirled around and spun the spear above his head, exposing his midsection. The wolf seized the opening and lounged once again at his abdomen.

 

Sion grinned at the attack, "Got ya," he exclaimed as he spun the spear quickly downward while stepping his right foot back lowering his body and creating more distance. The metal blade dug into the wolf sending it colliding back to the ground. 

 

• Rolled a 6 on the d10 (battle) dice.
• Rolled a 6 on the d10 (mob) dice.

Sion 3/5

wolf 1/5

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Sion's heart raced in the moment as he realized the capabilities of this game more and more and grew ever more comfortable within it. His strike however barely slowed the creature down as it curled into a lower posture at Sion's feet, and sprung upward. Sion's eyes widened as he barely detected the movement of the creature at his feet now rushing upward. He staggered backward as the beasts head squeezed inside his defense and between his arms. 

 

It's powerful mouth came down on his shoulder. It's teeth dug deep seething with hunger as it dropped Sion to the ground. the beast rolled off leaving it's damaging mark on Sion's body. he slowly brought himself up to his feet with spear ready. his eyes fixed on the target before him and saw it only as one more obstacle that was holding him back and keeping him from his destination. "I can no longer waste any time on you," he said as he settled into a resolute stance. "Now Move!"

 

Sion's feet flashed forward with spear pointed in deadly precision. The grass kicked up behind his swift motion as the wolf growled and charged back. Sion's body leaned forward as his spear dipped low almost beneath the wolf. With a quick swipe the spear pierced the belly of the wolf with all Sion's might. The force sent the wolf careening through the air and crashing to the ground as it faded away.

 

 

• Rolled a 10 on the d10 (battle) dice.
• Rolled a 10 on the d10 (mob) dice.

sion hp: 1/5

wolf hp: 0/5

 

                                                                                                                 

 

                                                                                                                   

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Sion pulled himself together on the virtual field of battle that he now stood. Thoughts of his life day in and out being filled with battle flooded his mind. his eyes closed and the wind blew gently over his face and lightly ruffled his cloth clothing. a moment passed with the warmth of a false sun beaming down upon him. Somber eyes reopened to meet the world as he started his walk forward.

 

There was nothing for him back at the starting city as many of the people fanned out and he knew if he was to make any significant progress he would need to go out alone. His body was heavy with fatigue however as the battle had dropped him to dangerously low levels of health.

 

"Huh. so this must be close to what it feels like to come close to death. i should hurry somewhere before I get any closer." With each passing step, his feet became more and more heavy until they seemed to drag across the ground. his eyes wandered and shut from time to time as he lost track of all things around him. Until he could vaguely see the outline of a small village. His pace quickened and his eyes fixed on the location.

 

His vision narrowed and a thud echoed around him. His knee hit the ground and his body followed. reaching out one hand, he grasped toward the town. "looks like I have a long way to go." 

[Sion Vindictus 0]

A dim light illuminated the side of Sion's face as he stirred. Something warm flickered next to him as his vision returned slowly seeing a small mass of orange light. Rapidly blinking, his eyes opened wide and he pushed himself upright. A small fire crackled next to him with a tent on the other side. The night sky loomed over head as Sion, sighed letting his head hang low facing the ground. 

"Thank you," he said with a smile, as if speaking to the night air itself. "I guess I have a little ways to go huh?" 

 

Sion spoke as he heard footsteps coming from around a large rock to his left. A feminine figure appeared clad in cheap armor. The girl's dark hair reached her back and fell across the two handed sword strapped around her. 

 

"Looks, like you finally woke up. You should be more careful. Taking a nap in the middle of the day in the wild isn't such a good idea," the women said as she placed her hands on her hips. 

[Sion Vindictus 0]

The only thought that crossed his mind as the women emerged was Yume, who was waiting on him. Standing from his seated position he looked at the women and said, "if you don't mind me asking, can you point me to the nearest town. Looks like I need to buy some supplies."

 

"Horunka village is the closest," the women said as she pointed in a distant direction. "But it's a good distance from here and you still don't seem like you're fit for battle."

 

Sion removed 2 things of water and three things of bread from his pack and laid them on the ground. "take these, it's all I can offer for saving my life right now. it's not up for discussion, I have plenty left. I need to moving as soon as possible, I've rested enough thank you though."

 

The woman was already annoyed at Sion's abrupt demeanor and shuck her head at his seeming arrogance, "Are you sure you want to wander out into the wild again so soon? If so then I wont stop you but I wont help you again either."

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Sion smirked at the girls words, "Well then that sounds like a plan to me, I shall never ask you again, especially sense I have yet to fully repay you for helping me this time yet. but i'll watch my step out there." Sion started to walk past her as the girl rose an eyebrow, 

 

"Well then good luck. try to watch your step this time though alright," she said as he passed by her.

 

Sion waved one hand in the air and replied, "No promises there."

 

As Sion moved further into the dark of the night, the young warrior sat back down and ate the bread that was left for her.

 

Sion reached the small village in sooner time than he expected, this time without difficulty and fainting. The village was buried in a forest and seemed to be a hunting base.  

[Sion Vindictus 0]

"Alright, looks like a good place to spend some time as I get ready." Sion approached the village with his eyes casually moving back and forth to take in the scene. it was small and there were a substantial amount of players moving through as it was used as a station to resupply and level up on smaller enemies. the wooded area seemed relatively safe to Sion, all things considered. 

 

As he moved into the middle of the town he stopped in front of a potions store. With a smile he placed one hand on the back of his head and gave a small laugh, "Oh yeah. I don't have any money yet. well looks like I had better get back at it then. No rest in the face of progress I guess."

 

He turned to walk away as he was bumped by a small person. Sion turned and only caught a glimpse of a figure clothed in earthy tones before they seemingly vanished before him. "That was odd, It almost felt familiar."

[Sion Vindictus 0]

His head jolted as a peculiar thought raced to his mind, "haha, no way. That reminded me of one of the men that worked for Yume's family. I'm starting to get a little to on edge now. Guess I'll loosen up by getting back into the swing of things."

 

Sion walked through the village a midst other travelers. A looming feeling of being watched was ever present as he entered into the woods on his search. before long he arrived at a small stream and sat down by the water. 

 

"Time for a breather I guess," before he could get settled something moved in the distance. His yes darted quickly across the river as his body remained still so he wouldn't alert anything. 

 

the head of a boar slowly peaked its head out toward the river oblivious to Sion's presence. "Alright time to give it a go."

 

before he could stand up a voice rang out from the trees above, "Still have the same demeanor as when you were a kid I see. you will never learn."

[Sion Vindictus 0]

An arrow flew through the air striking the ground at the boars feet. Sion leaped upward and yelled, "Reinhold! What the hell are you doing here?"

 

A tall man appeared in the trees dressed in a light cloth armor, "You don't know? How could you think that we would not catch a letter from...Haru. She sent one to you to meet in this world before she disappeared."

 

The boar charged Sion as he flung his spear to the ready. "So what you're saying is you lost her, tracked me down, followed me in this game, and are hoping that I can find her here so you can get a hold of her..." the bore interrupted Sion as it's charge tore through the shallow river. Water cascaded in the air as it's tusk bore through water droplets aimed at Sion.

 

With a quick step, Sion jumped to the side as his feet planted in the river sending ripples radiating outward. "And find where she is in the real world!" he finished his sentence as he leaped into the air and plunged the spear downward at the bore, piercing it's side.

 

 

• Rolled a 9 on the d10 (battle) dice.
• Rolled a 4 on the d10 (mob) dice.

2 dmg from critical hit. 

Sion 7/7 (Leveled up after full night sleep.)

boar 2/4

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Reinhold laughed from a top the trees with his arms crossed over his chest, "my dear boy, it seems the years have made you quick witted. You still have a ways to go though. Even with all your intelligence and whit you can't fight the person you are. You are here to seek her out and regardless of what my motives are or anyone else's, you will still find her because you want and you will still lead me to her."

 

Sion waited for the boar to make it's next attack as he replied, "Well, looks like you know me pretty well. Yeah..I'm still gonna find her, and when i do, then I'll do with you and whoever else gets in my way."

 

The boars tusk grazed the top of the river as it moved forward. Sion swung his back leg around against the water and spun his body as the tusks ruffled his loose fitting jacket. 

 

Rolled a 4 on the d10 (mob) dice

 

sion 7/7

boar 2/4

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Sion's words caused Reinhold to grimace as he continued to watch as Sion pressed his attack. Vindictus turned once more as he held the spear diagonally behind him with the spear submerged in the water. With his rotation the spear rippled the water creating a tiny wave before he yanked it violently upward at the beast. 

 

the spear sliced the boars jaw staggering it backward. Reinhold's glare intensified as he yelled, "Do you think you can do that to us boy! Never forget this isn't a game anymore. this is no fantasy land. when you encounter us in here it is life and death and do you think for one second that murder in here will be prosecuted in the real world! you are still a fool, and surely you know as well as I do that HE will not care!"

 

Sion 7/7

boar 1/4 

 

• Rolled a 6 on the d10 (battle) dice.

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Reinhold's words halted Sion, as he stood transfixed in the water for a moment. The boar reeled backward from the strike and thrashed the water. Memories of his past with Haru and all the others flooded his mind along with the conversations he had with Reinhold and all the scoldings from him during Sion's youth.

 

The boar swung wildly in the moment of Sion's uncertainty. Sion's mind refocused on the task at hand as pain reverberated through his slender body from the tusks stabbing into both his ribs. the boar whirled its head to the side, sending Sion rolling across the river like a child skipping a stone.

 

Quickly rolling to his feet he looked up to the trees but Reinhold had already left.

 

sion 4/7

boar 1/4

 

• Rolled a 10 on the d10 (mob) dice.

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Sion wearily got to his feet and thrust his spear forward. His strike was lack luster and fell to the ground as the boar rushed to the side. The spear stabbed into the river bed as Sion slumped over it. 

"Reinhold what was that all about? Is that how you really feel? I came in to this world as a game. When I found out that this game could bring death, I accepted that I would meet friends who would die and that i may have to kill. It isn't that that has me shock."

 

Sion returned to his feet as the river flowed up to his knees with rushing fish. 

[Sion Vindictus 0]

The boar once again rushed forward at Sion with white tusks reflected in the water. He dove to the side with a clumsy roll trying to hang on to his spear. "No...it wasn't killing that had me surprised. It was the way you said it. like your not worried about yourself, you are worried about me dying aren't you Reinhold.It all makes more sense now, even the scoldings."

 

Sion stood up with the spear in hand and slashed it downward flinging water and dirt from the blade. 

 

"Well, looks like I have one more person that I have to stay alive for now. What a strange world this is turning out to be already."

[Sion Vindictus 0]

Sion waited for the boar as the leaves feel from the trees around them. The river roared harder with small waves crashing like the beating hearts of the man and beast embroiled in combat. The boar's heavy breathing rippled the water at its feet while it peered angrily at its target.

 

Sion widened his stance in preparation for his attack. His muscles felt real to him, each flex and tension like the real world. "I got you now!" He yelled as he charged forward, as the boar stumbled to evade. The river moved with his feet and spear as he soared forward. His feet touched the bottom of the river for a final spin as the spear severed the boar's head with a horizontal slash. 

 

Sion landed on the other side with feet planted wide as he spun the spear above his head and placed it on his back. 

 

• Rolled a 9 on the d10 (battle) dice.

sion 4/7

boar 0/4