Justice League Reserves #1: As Above, So Below (IC)

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The Thunderer wrote: Tue Mar 09, 2021 4:25 am "Walk up and kick in a door?" He nods with a smile then raises a hand, "Are we to yell something amusing when we knock the door in?"
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Arkrite wrote: Tue Mar 09, 2021 4:25 am The Thunderer
Condition: Normal HP: 1


"Walk up and kick in a door?" He nods with a smile then raises a hand, "Are we to yell something amusing when we knock the door in?"
"I think that that is pretty much required," Michelle said with a smile. Still floating in the air, she turned to Dr. Impossible. "That sounds like a plan- I can do Overwatch. I sure hope they have a evacuation plan for the island if we misjudge the volcano though..."
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Poodle wrote: Sun Mar 07, 2021 7:15 pm SALVO
Hp-2 Cnd-relaxed.

Compared to that time in Somalia this was a pretty sweet mission. All our team needed to do was find the bad guys and let the heavy artillery in the other squad take care of it. In the meantime he would have to force himself to act like a tourist. How awful :)
Panama hat, sun glasses, and his favourite Hawaiian shirt with surf boarding women in bikinis on it. Check.
First step. Take a tour of the island. If he couldn't find a sightseeing trip he would just hire a taxi driver to take him around, taking special note of where the tour DIDN'T go.
Zero Prime wrote: Sun Mar 07, 2021 9:08 pm Orphan, aka Talia Taylor
Toughness: +10 | Fortitude: +10 | Reflex: +6 | Will: +4
Active Effects: Enhanced Strength 10 (30 (+10)); Variable 1 (Investigation 10 (+12), Sense Motive 10 (+10))
Condition: Normal.


The sun was bearing down on the runway as the android disembarked, however, Talia, according to the ID provided her was shaded by a large haute couture sunhat, thick sunglasses concealed her eyes, and a small wrap covered her shoulders. She wore a form fitting dress, simple, elegant, with a simple silver necklace, a brooch, and a small, fashionable clutch. She walked in a manner instructed to her by Dinah Lance, in fact it was Black Canary's clothing she had borrowed to infiltrate the island, playing the role of a socialite and media darling. She maintained her cold demeanor, or as Dinah more accurately pointed out, bitchy demeanor, ignoring the local help as they unload her luggage for transport to the main lobby of the resort for registration, where she would receive access to her suite.

She looked at Alexa who pulled off the fashionista with much more, authenticity, she felt somewhat envious of the woman's ability to interact with and command the attention of the people around her. Waiting until there was a pause in the conversation, and it was unlikely that they would be overheard, the android turned to Alexa, "It appears Mr. Chekov has already gone scouting, his comm is outside of my range already, perhaps once we register we can get one of those drinks you like so much, a Manhattan?"
jmucchiello wrote: Sun Mar 07, 2021 9:37 pm Lookout, Alexa Flemming
Active Effects: None
HP: 1, Condition: Normal

Paid vacations in the tropics. This Justice League gig is perfect. It did feel a little off not having her normal PR and security with her. But they were strictly for handling normal threats. This was different. She made sure to tip the bellboys out on the street to show off a bit and to make sure they were extra careful with her stuff. She asked the head bellman his name to make sure he remembered her when she needed something done later that might be irregular.

She looks at Talia. She's doing the snobbish guest pretty well. She wondered who told her to do that. "Talia, you read my mind. That's usually my job," she laughed. "Let's get checked in and down to the beach. The sun doesn't know we are on vacation."
Prof Weird wrote: Tue Mar 09, 2021 1:26 am Marlyssa Xenos

Marlyssa adjusted her shades - Earth's sun was a yellow white star (instead of a proper orange one), so it gave out more UV than she would like.

A slow flick of her antennae gave her a quick overview of what was around her.

Many humans of many scents. Different plants. Traces of sulphur dioxide.

"Oh, right. An active volcano. Does anyone remember Pompeii ?

Oh well. At least I am working as the press, so it won't be too unusual if I am asking questions.

But criminals are paranoid, and don't like people asking questions.

So all I have to do is be careful about what I am inquiring about, and at worst, I won't have to go looking for the criminals : they will come looking for me !"


After a few moments of thought, she tried looking for the casinos, or gambling of any kind. Wherever there is much money being moved around, they'll be crime and/or a story to write about.
Salvo arrived a little bit earlier, just to get a few digs down. Where his payload was, what locations his team members would be at. to get into some tourist clothes. But his investigation of the area was his own doing. And probably pretty smart.
Miracle wrote:Roll me an Investigate. Also a Gather information. Remember it's -20 for the latter unless you wanna make yourself noticed.
The place is beautiful. The people are beautiful (for human standards at least!). Smell is beautiful. If you didn't know this was all a façade, you'd probably let your guard down and relax. But it's the little things that make this pleasurable place perturbing.

Alexa gets a few picture texts from her friend elsewhere on the island. A nice little beach bar, of which there were a few. The invite was sent with an address if she wanted to join them.
Miracle wrote:Sense Motive and/or Notice please. Orphan can try if she sees the photos too.
Marlyssa, well, 'stands out a bit', would be an understatement. Her investigation is a little hindered by at best people gawking, at worst, little kids coming up to her and asking her questions.
Miracle wrote:Roll me an Investigate. -2 on it since hindering situations.
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Alexa Flemming "Lookout" Team B
Active Effects: None
HP: 1, Condition: Normal

Alexa receives a text from her contact as they are headed for the beach. "Talia, what do you think about this little bar?"

Sense motive (2 less for Notice): 1D20+12 = [13]+12 = 25
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Infiltration Team Marlyssa Xenos
HP : 1

"There are children here ? Neat !" Marlyssa mused to herself - she always found younglings to not only be amusing, but also a bit too honest at times.
Investigation -2 is a +3: 1d20+3 5
Well, 'best' to get the horrible rolls out of the way early. I guess ....
Or attract the wrong sort of attention.
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Investigate: 1d20+1 12

Leon didn't try to get more information. He knew it wasn't his strong point. He would just keep his eyes open and see what he noticed. He took a moment to try and think like the streetwise criminal he used to be and think where were the likely places people would go to get their drugs, whores and illegal firearms. The docks was one obvious choice. Bell boys were another, pimps were another obvious choice. On a small island like this any sort of cost guard or harbour patrol would have to be in on the fix too.
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Orphan, aka Talia Taylor
Justice League Reserve: New Aruba Infiltration Team
Toughness: +10 | Fortitude: +10 | Reflex: +6 | Will: +4
Active Effects: Enhanced Strength 10 (30 (+10)); Variable 1 (Investigation 10 (+12), Sense Motive 10 (+10))
Condition: Normal.


Orphan scanned the photo, her eyes moving inhumanly fast searching for any minute details that may be hidden in the image, she was uncertain of her ability to intuit the subject's intentions based on such ambiguous unknowns as facial expression, posture, or position. However, she felt confident in her ability to identify these individuals in a crowd in the event they turned out to be persons of interest. She did note the address, and pinged it to Mr. Chekov's cellphone, with a quick text; ALEXA AND I WILL BE ATTENDING A MEETING AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATION. BE ADVISED. After she sent the message she quickly pinged his cell phone again; Sorry caps! :laugh emoji: :blush_emoji: :kiss emoji:

She turned to Alexa, "You may need to provide me with further instruction on proper text ettiquete, I believe I just yelled at Mr. Chekov, and then asked him on a date?" Her brow was furrowed as she tried to recall the discussion she had previously had with the young model in that regard. "If our hosts are armed, they are certainly not expecting either of us to be as capable, physically, in my case, or mentally, in yours. So we should be in little danger, even if Mr. Chekov is otherwise, preoccupied."
OOC: Sense Motive & Notice check re: Alexa's photo: 2#1d20+10 12 21. However, on review of 2E, it seems with my Quickness (4r, or x25) taking a 20 is normally 2 minutes, but it would be 3 seconds for me, or a single action. Can we assume then, that my Passive Notice to borrow a term from D&D is 30? Just curious.
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Alexa Flemming "Lookout" Team Infiltration
Active Effects: None
HP: 1, Condition: Normal

"As I have said, Darling, speed is not always a benefit. Did you text in all caps again and then send the wrong emojis?" Alexa manages not to roll her eyes, though Talia might have spotted the tiniest start to an eye roll. "I'm sure any hint of flirtation will not be noticed by dear Leon. Come, we'll be safe. I doubt the people running this place want it to get a reputation as a place where semi-famous people disappear. In fact," she pulls out her cell phone, "I should post to Instaface that I'm in New Aruba. Stay out of the shop," she adds as she finds a few palm trees to stand in front of before taking the shot and adding a comment, "Hitting the beach in New Aruba! :airplane_emoji: :sun_emoji: :wave_emoji:"

"Okay, let's not keep them waiting."
OOC: As they approach the meeting place, Lookout will use her area mind reading ability to look at surface thoughts around her to see if anyone has ill-will toward her and Talia. Since her mind reading is fully subtle, no one should notice her doing this."
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Salvo
Hp 2 Cnd: puzzled.

Did the robot just ... wait what..was that even...He would rather be under mortar fire than deal with people on a personal level. Too confusing and complicated.
"OK. Will meet you there."
Should he have put a smiley face or a wink or something.
He started heading for the location muttering Ukrainian swear words to himself "kurta blyat. Layno. Vybliadok"
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INFILTRATION TEAM

Xenos
The leads fall cold as you try around the area. The kids however, seem to be a font of knowledge on... their parents? Eh, it could be anything. But you do however attract the attention of some men in suits.

They look at your press pass. One presses his ear while the greets you. You would swear these people are what Earth people call 'gorillas' if they didn't look human. "Welcome, you seem to be in the wrong area. Press conference is in," he turns to the other man in a suit, and pauses. "Alright, we'll escort you to your destination, ma'am. Please follow us."
Miracle wrote:Seeeense Motive. TN/DC 10.
Salvo

New Aruba, while catering to the criminal element, didn't seem to have back alley deals. Weird huh? You look in the right places, but the seediest place you find is some tourists looking for the same thing you are. Embarrassed, they quickly scuttle away when they see you.

Lookout and Orphan

This picture spoke to Alexa and Orphan in different ways. Lookout saw Ashleigh X - one of the top brand influencers, daredevil, and all around smack talkers - seemingly too sedated. Smooth jazz, really? That's more a night thing, isn't it? Could be a fake out, but you can't read a phone's mind. Orphan's analytical robot mind treated that picture like the data it was. The 'crowd' was mostly guards. And two of the well known criminals there were decoys. Very well done decoys.
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SALVO INFILTRATION TEAM.
Hp 2

It was probably too early in the day for the real lowlifes to be out and about Leon thought to himself. He was more used to being given a face and a location, sometimes a future cause of death. This researching stuff was harder than it looked. Sadly he had burnt a lot of bridges when he had switched teams. His old contacts were no good to him now.
He hoped his team mates were having better luck than him and managed to stay out of trouble till he got there.
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Condition: Normal HP: 1

"Sounds fun enough. Shall we?"
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Alexa Flemming "Lookout" Team Infiltration
Active Effects: Mind Reading, Area Blast, centered on herself, just looking for surface animosity.
HP: 1, Condition: Normal

"Somethings up," she says. "I know I don't have to tell you, but humans are wired to state the obvious. Expect trouble when we get there."
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Orphan, aka Talia Taylor
Justice League Reserve: New Aruba Infiltration Team
Toughness: +10 | Fortitude: +10 | Reflex: +6 | Will: +4
Active Effects: Enhanced Strength 10 (30 (+10)); Variable 1 (Investigation 10 (+12), Sense Motive 10 (+10))
Condition: Normal.


Talia only nodded, her eyes continuing to scan the crowd, with inhuman speed, as they proceeded to the indicated address. When she felt they were unobserved, she spoke softly, "In the picture you received, almost the entirety of the surrounding crowd, were, in fact, armed guards. And the two central figures, likely decoys, and not the people we are looking for."

So, since human's were wired to state the obvious, and since she was trying to be more human, she continued. "So we should be careful." She smiled, somewhat pleased with herself.
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Arkrite wrote: Thu Mar 11, 2021 2:51 am The Thunderer
Condition: Normal HP: 1

"Sounds fun enough. Shall we?"
Steadfast (Assault Team)
HP: 1; Condition: Normal

"Yeah, let's go blow up some bad guys," Michelle agreed. The wind seemed to have picked up around her, and the air beneath her floating form had taken on a faint shimmer like heat haze. She waved one hand towards the guards, in an "After You" gesture...
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