[OOC] Uncaring Stars, The next game of the Deep Black Sea campaign (SR5) Options

[Jack_Spade]

Bah, I wished I looked like Karl Urban (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rotfl.gif)

[Crossbow]

Okay, so I need to know how you want to do this Jack.

Taurus is going to attack the orc. I want to TRY and knock him out without killing him. But I have this bone lacing that I am not sure I can do anything about that. I think the only way I can do that is subdual and then squeeze him out. If that is true that is what I will go for, otherwise, this would be a suckerpunch/headbutt type of attack.

I am guessing you will want initiative and a attack check, correct?

[Jack_Spade]

A bit sudden, but ok - you realize though, that there are cameras about, so you will cause an alert. Also, you haven't secured the gear of Rabe yet.

If you want to proceed with that, the orc roles for surprise
Surprise Test: 8d6t5 4
So he is not losing his defense.

You could use a called shot to half the physical damage (not recommended, because that would likely not knock him out), or you could spend a point of edge to gain the ability to perform a leg sweep maneuver, which always does stun damage (and knocks the opponent prone)

[Thanee]

A bit sudden, but ok - you realize though, that there are cameras about, so you will cause an alert. Also, you haven't secured the gear of Rabe yet.

Yeah, I believe this is a really "not so smart" idea. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

We are in an intensive care unit, which will be monitored 24/7.

And seriously, as of now, the cops are on our side, if the trio is seeking to cause trouble (and if the behaviour of the woman outside is any indicator, they will).

Why would you want to turn that advantage around? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wobble.gif)

Bye
Thanee

[Crossbow]

Because we have the drop on him now, or I thought I did. Alerts and cameras are not really an issue if bnc can do her thing. He has no reason to trust us over the other group, and right now Shark Boy is isolated with the opposition and we need to get the personal effects in the reception area.

Not spending edge, the subdual attack isn't stun damage?

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[Thanee]

Alerts and cameras are not really an issue if bnc can do her thing.

They will be an issue (quite immediately), since you did not tell us what you are going to do, and therefore bnc can do absolutely nothing to prevent it as everyone will be taken by surprise (and not in a good way), much like the guard.

Bye
Thanee

[Jack_Spade]

@Crossbow
Subdue attack works - but your initial attack only immobilizes the target. Only after that is done you can do damage - leaving the guard free to use mental actions, like calling for help through his trodes.

[Crossbow]

Okay, teamwork thing then, I will change the post. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/frown.gif)

[Gilga]

What did I miss the post where Taurus goes violent?

[SquirrelDude]

Does/can bnc take control of the car from where she is?

If she can't operate the car from where she's at he'll 'fail' to get past security and return to put his things in the car once the two muscle have followed the elf inside. Then he'll move the car to the back, hopefully having stalled enough so that everyone is ready to leave. If bnc can move the car on her own, I'll be editing my post to include sharkboy making a call to the "driver" (bnc), telling them to go on ahead as he may be in the hospital for a while and will call another car when he's done getting his shoulder looked at.

Then keep stalling them in the front lobby if he can. From there head towards one of the offices that bnc gave a list that includes a sports scientist or orthopedic office (maybe just wander the halls with confidence that he knows where he's going). Once there, attempt to set up an appointment for his fake shoulder injury or some other thing. Leave and join the team as they leave or set out after they do by calling a cab or whatever.

[Crossbow]

What did I miss the post where Taurus goes violent?

I was going, actually still think we need to, take out the cop.

[Thanee]

I still cannot see any benefit in taking him out. He is more of a help than a hindrance to us at the moment.

Apart from the fact, that it will cause an instant alarm, even if you would take him out in one shot. We are not in a dark alley here.

Bye
Thanee

[Volker]

James is in the car. So if she couldn't control the limo remotely, she could steer it not-so-much-remotely.

@Crossbow If he doesn't inform bnc about the plan, there's nothing she can do. If he does ... you'll see (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

[Gilga]

I want a quiet job but I don't like to metagame. It feels like an overreaction for me.

[Volker]

Then why do you?
Can't we just post what our characters do in the IC thread, discuss in the IC thread and make decisions in the IC thread?

[Thanee]

In general, sure. But sometimes decisions are based on a fundamental misunderstanding of the situation, then it is a good idea to clear that up. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Bye
Thanee

[Gilga]

Different people, cultures, and common sense I guess. Everything was so out of the blue for me, I mean the man was about to give us the personal items.

[Crossbow]

Actually, I am glad for the effort. I wasn't seeing a good outcome from where it stood, and we do not want a shootout with us saddled with a gurney and the cop.

Taurus talked to bnc, my colors are different from y'all. Green is for Matrix.

[Thanee]

I also use green for Matrix. As do most here, I think. But I also tend to look for the spikey brackets. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Bye
Thanee

[Thanee]

Not sure which "moving" you refer to... moving the dwarf onto the gurney or moving the gurney.

I wouldn't expect Nova to do this all by herself. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

Bye
Thanee

[Crossbow]

Can I choke him out now?

[Thanee]

I hope you are just being funny. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

Bye
Thanee

[SquirrelDude]

The work ya'll could have done in the amount of time you've used talking about what you could have done...

[Volker]

In general, sure. But sometimes decisions are based on a fundamental misunderstanding of the situation, then it is a good idea to clear that up. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Bye
Thanee

I totally agree, but strategic communication whether or whether not it is a good idea to attack him is beyond that, I believe. So basically, if I'm not sure how the situation is, I think the right person to ask is the GM, not the other players. And the right person to answer is, of course, the GM, too ^^

@Crossbow
Yep, I saw that. I believe we all use green for matrix. But since the following message indicated a different course of action, bnc jumped on that train and didn't respond to Taurus' request. Also bc she trusts Nova more than she does Taurus. Sorry for her being her ^^

[Thanee]

I'm trying to. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Then it's time to get Angström detached from the autodoc and carefully put on the gurney. Nova will keep the savior medkit handy to watch his status and keep him stable while they get him downstairs.

Once they have the patient secured, Nova will slowly move the gurney out of the room, constantly monitoring his status.

Bye
Thanee