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"Thanks, Scarab, I really appreciate it. Now I can see him., Guardian said. Just after that, Professor Fathom attempted to blast Scarab, and the resulting display, where the water hit an invisible wall, the way that it shined upon impact, then the sudden drop was was a very nice sight, in Guardian's mind. Following that, Professor Fathom started yelling at Scarab, water droplets flying out of his mouth as he did so.

"Ahem!" was the noise that came out of Guardian's throat, in a loud throat-clearing, when Guardian started flying towards Prof. Fathom. "I hope you didn't think I forgot you, Professor. I still owe you for that tidal wave of yours. Why don't you have some punch?" On that last word, Guardian's fist connected with Professor Fathom's face, a loud but dull thud as a liquid was hit like a solid.

First off, HP to make the Fatigue scram.

Guardian

Free Action: All-Out Attack (+5 Attack, -5 Defense)

Free Action: Power Attack (+4 Damage, -4 Attack)

Full Action: Charge at Prof. Fathom

Standard Action: Unarmed attack at Prof. Fathom (11+9=20)

As the shoulder of Granite was about to connect with Guardian, the rocks making a sound similar to balls in a dryer, Guardian knew that he wouldn't be able to get away in time, and as such, braced himself. Unfortunately for Guardian, he wasn't quick enough, and still got hit pretty hard, like being tackled by a battering ram. "Ow. I must admit, that was a good hit. I knew it was the smart choice trying to take you out first. Now then, time to say GOOD NIGHT!", Guardian said, punctuating the words "good" and "night" with a fist each. The first one was about slightly more effective than the previous few punches, as Granite looked a bit dazed, but the second one gave an audible *CRUNCH*, followed immediately by the sound of a VERY large "Thud", as Granite went down a second time.

Turning around, Guardian started surveying the situation. "And then there was one. Now, how can we deal with the not-so-good Professor... Hmm... Maybe..." "Hey, Scarab! Is there any way you can help me lock onto Professor Fathom's location? I'm having a hard time finding him."

Surging once again to punch Granite again. (2+4=6). Using HP to reroll. (6+4=10) Adding 10 to 6, result is 20. Toughness save is DC 31/Toughness, again.

Well, I guess I could say that Take It To The Limit took place before this event. I think.

I'm a bit confused regarding my HP total. How did I end up with 10?

Slyph once again uses her entire round recovering from being Stunned.

So how did I end up with 10? Immediately preceding that particular post, I burned 2 HP's, clearing Fatigue and to reroll. I then gained another Hero Point from Prof. Fathom clearing his Fatigue, and 2 from Granite, when he cleared his fatigue and rerolled a dice to hit. That would mean I have 7, not 10.

Of course, now I'm burning another HP, to clear Fatigue again, meaning I think I'm at 6.

Also also, isn't Granite Staggered? How did he manage to pull that full round action on me?

Guardian

Free Action: Power Attack (+2 Damage, -2 Attack)

Standard Action: Unarmed attack vs. Granite (17+4=21) DC is 31/Toughness.

I'll do my other actions based on what happens with my attack on Granite. For the same reason, I'm going to refrain from posting in the IC thread until the results are resolved.

Guardian was locked in a boxing match before he knew it. He had gotten two punches in on Granite, one actually doing harm, before Granite took a swing himself, barely missing and splitting a desk clean in two. "Nice shot. That would have done some serious harm if it connected. Looks like we're stuck in a battle of fists here, huh?" Guardian said, before trying another left-right combo. The first one just plain missed, but the second one connected, cracking up some of Granite's body. After this, Guardian flew back a bit, towards Scarab, ready to take a hit for her if the need arises.

First, Guardian's using an HP to cancel Fatigue.

Guardian

Free Action: All-Out Attack (+5 Attack, -5 Defense)

Standard Action: Attack check vs. Granite (1+11=12). Nat. 1 misses.

Free Action: Surge

Standard Action: Attack check vs. Granite (1+11=12). 1 again, using a HP to reroll (9+11=20). Add 10 to 9, so the result is 30.

Move Action: Moving adjacent to Scarab, to Intercept.

((Edited to fix broken tag))

The very moment that Guardian connected with the punch to Pyre's face, there was a loud "CRACK". Guardian worried, thinking "Ooh, that sounded serious. Hopefully, he's only unconscious." Before he could think of anything else, however, Guardian was pummled by the strongest water force he had ever seen, pushing him back a bit. When it died down, about the same time Prof. Fathom stopped talking, Guardian couldn't help but say "SUNOVA... Heh, that was a good shot. I'm going to feel that in the morning. Anyways, I don't know if I can beat you or not, but I won't know unless I try.

Just as Guardian was about to move to the spot where the attack came from, he noticed that Granite had somehow woken up. Figuring that he could do some serious damage if he got back up, Guardian charged Granite, and tried to deliver a 1-2 punch. The first hit pretty solidly, but just as the second was about to land, a sharp pain ran through Guardian's body, with the source being in the chest, from Prof. Fathom's previous attack. The second punch ended up being about as effective as a tap on the shoulder, and with about as much force, too.

Tell me if I goof here, but Guardian's going to Surge to attack Granite again. ((I didn't know that Granite was considered Prone, since it didn't say that in the initiative/status report.))

That brings my bonus to +17. Attack roll vs. Granite (4+17=21). Not a natural 1, so it should hit.

Guardian

Free Action: All-Out Attack (+5 Attack, -5 Defense)

Full Action: Charge at Granite

Standard Action: Unarmed attack against Granite (15+13=28) DC 29/Toughness

Toughness Save vs. Prof. Fathom, DC 32 (6+14=20) Um, no. Just... no. Burning a HP for a reroll. HP reroll (17+14=31) Drat, so close. That's a bruise, then. Was hoping for unscathed, but beats bruise, staggered, and stunned.

Before I make any actions, how many civilians are still in the bank and in immediate danger?

Knew I forgot something. What he's wearing, in his intro post. Ah well, I'll mention it in my next IC post.

I'm a little confused of something. Is this an "Anyone can attend if they can afford the restaurant" kind of deal, or is it "invitation only"? ((In regards to the restaurant, not the scenario.))

Craig was almost there, and several thoughts were running through his head, as he drove down the street, the main one being Well, this night is almost certainly going to cost me a pretty penny, but I've always wanted to see a restaurant opening. Besides that, I heard the chef/owner, Kenneth Moray, is a miracle worker with food. This is going to be a pretty good night, I'm sure."

When Craig pulled up, he got out and let the valet handle things. "Well, might as well go all the way." Craig then proceeded to wait for the opening of the doors as well.

Watching Josh turn that sickening shade of blue, Guardian was just about to stand down when Scarab arrived, and managed to do some damage to Sylph. The image that showed up was a bit gruesome, though. He turned his attention to Scarab, and said "Thank you, Scarab. The name's Guardian. I wasn't sure what I was going to be able to do to Sylph, if anything."

The sprinkler system went off, and Guardian started to get soaked, and was a bit shocked from the seemingly random occurrence. It wasn't until Scarab shouted a warning that he snapped out of it, a little too late. Guardian got blasted by an absolute torrent of water, yet it didn't affect him. Trying to follow Professor Fathom, Guardian was unable to actually get a lock on him, but Scarab didn't seem to have the same problem, so he said, "I'm just going to go make sure that Pyre is out. It wouldn't be very good if he started blasting us with his rays." Then Guardian flew over to Pyre, and gave another solid punch, rendering him unconscious.

Guardian

Reflexive: Int. knowledge check, on Scarab (10).

Free Action: All-Out Attack (+5 Attack, -5 Defense)

Move Action: Flying up to Pyre

Standard Action: Unarmed attack against Pyre (10+11=21) DC is 29/Toughness

Guardian was caught by surprise when Sylph sucked the air right out of his lungs. He tried scrambling for air, but no such luck, and he thought he was going to die. Oddly, though, the only problem he felt was a change in air pressure, causing his ears to pop. While Guardian was still pondering why he wasn't dead, he was blindsided by more fire bolts from Pyre, and was just able to shake them off.

"Heh. That was a pretty good shot, could have done some serious damage. Now then, let's see how you stand up to THIS!", Guardian said, charging towards Pyre. The force of the impact managed to send Pyre towards the vault, crashing straight through a wall while it happened, and Guardian couldn't help but wince slightly as this happened. He continued to stay focused on Pyre, thinking to himself "Hmm, I hope that the heat from Pyre doesn't liquidize the vault into a gooey mess. That wouldn't be good.

Guardian

Free Action: All Out Attack (+5 Attack, -5 Defense)

Free Action: Power Attack (+1 Damage, -1 Attack)

Full Action: Charge Pyre

Standard Action: Unarmed Attack on Pyre (12+12=24) (As part of Charge) DC is 30/Toughness.

I'm using a Hero Point to prevent Fatigue.

Toughness Check against Pyre's Blast, DC 30 (16+14=30)

Upon arrival in the bank, there was a large woosh of air that followed behind him, unfortunately alerting the criminals, who Guardian recognized as the Factor Four. He had to clean up a couple of their messes, once. He recognized Pyre and Granite, now that he got a better look at them, and figured that weird ghostly image he was seeing above the hostages must have been Sylph, who wasted no time in taunting him, to which Guardian responded "Blue Boyscout? Seriously? That's the best you could come up with? Just as an FYI, the name's Guardian. And where's Professor Fath..."

Guardian was interrupted by an incoming storm of dust and debris, although he managed to avoid getting it in his eyes. Almost immediately after, Pyre attempted to roast him alive, but the blast tickled, more than anything. "Hmm, maybe I'll make a grilled cheese when I get home...", he mused. For now, though, Guardian moved up to Granite, and gave him a mighty punch, which managed to stun him. Sensing his chance, Guardian punched again, putting what might he could into the punch. He was probably just as surprised as anyone when he actually saw Granite go down for the count, but quickly got back to the task on hand.

"Now then, before I was so rudely interrupted, where's Professor Fathom? I doubt you three'd be here and not him."

I'll use Extra Effort, then.

Unarmed attack on Granite (6+6=12) Again, DC is 34/Toughness.

Guardian

Free Action: All-Out Attack (+5 Attack, -5 Defense)

Free Action: Power Attack (+5 Damage, -5 Attack)

Move Action: Fly up to Granite

Standard Action: Unarmed attack on Granite (7+6=13). Miss, burning a HP for reroll. Unarmed attack on Granite, with HP (2+6=8). Since the roll was less than 11, I add 10, so (12+6=18). DC is 34/Toughness.

Will save VS Sylph's Taunt (13+7=20) Toughed out the Taunt.

Reflex save VS Sylph's Dazzle (16+6=22) Dodge the Dazzle.

Int. check for info on group (10=10)