Listen up, troops, because I'm only going over this once!
The Grand Army of the Republic of Yujutha, Expeditionary Force Alpha, is now active and accepting volunteers ((Triumph redside)).
In order to strike a blow at the Yrmaw, we need a secure military base on Earth. And we need to acquire it without pulling too much aggro from the local nation-states. Fortunately there's a ready-made solution.
The Rogue Isles are geographically isolated, a major arcane hotspot, and -- bonus! -- they come pre-fortified. All we have to do is take them away from the army that's already there. That army, and the islands' current government, are considered a major threat by the rest of the planet, so there's a good chance that no one else will care if we overthrow them. Sheol, they might even give us medals.
But! We can't just drop in and storm the place. This world is still reeling from a massive extradimensional invasion, and imitating that would not be good press. We don't want two entire planets howling for our blood! No, we've got to keep this subtle.
Fortunately, the local grand poobah has, in his infinite wisdom, provided a ready-made path to his own overthrow. So this is how it's going to be:
You will infiltrate the society of the Rogue Isles, posing as costumed "supervillains" of the sort that Recluse constantly tries to attract. Work singly, in small groups, or in coalition with the local talent -- yes, they're sewer rats, but they can be of use to us. Do favors for the local powerbrokers, making sure that they are the ones who end up indebted to you and not the other way around!
The law-enforcement and private security forces on these islands are totally corrupt. They, and the various road-gangs and cults that prowl the landscape, are the enemy: engage and destroy them at your discretion. This applies even to the Arachnos armed forces, as they are expected to combat and test Recluse's powered playthings; massacring a patrol or two won't be considered out of line. Force is the only thing these vermin respect, so we should be able to beat a healthy respect for Yujutha into them. Before too long they'll be working for us, or they will be ground into the dirt.
Do not, in the course of these operations, incur the hostility of the civilian population unless absolutely necessary! These people hate their rulers, and if we can prove ourselves more powerful and more moral than their oppressors we should be able to earn their support.
Inevitably, we will be asked to undertake operations against Recluse's enemies -- primarily in Paragon City on the secondary landmass mainland. This may be necessary to advance further in the trust of his subordinates. If so, accept such missions, but try to keep the damage to a minimum.
Our informants suggest that Recluse's four lojtnants are, one way or another, less than completely loyal to him. Breaking them away from his control is key to undermining his power -- and if we can get them on our side, his end will be certain.
Be warned that the Yrmaw has already "recruited" a substantial defensive force from the native population. These girls have been deluded into believing they're defenders of justice, facing an army of darkness. We know they're wrong, but in the heat of battle, there will most likely be no time to debate them. When engaging the Facets, avoid lethal force if possible but do not be stupid. Your life and continued service is more valuable to the Republic than a turned opponent. And do not let personal issues get in the way of the mission! *glares at H. the V.*
Any questions? Good.
Dismissed!

Hoo boy. Is there a way to search Japanese phone numbers or census data? There can't be *that* many people in Japan surnamed "Stingray" or "Stengovich."
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I refer to the community, not the topic leading at the time of this post.
Ja, -n

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"I'm terribly sorry, but I have to kill you quite horribly now."

Drop everying, and view this video. It is a film of a live demo of an absolutely incredible... well, you just have to see it to understand it. And when you see it, you will want it. Trust me. Fortunately, it's out there on the web already.

-- Bob
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The Internet Is For Norns.

I don't know if anyone else here reads OotS, but if not, I urge you to start.
Today, Rich Burlew made me weep real tears for a character I loathed.
That has never happened before.
--Sam
"Oedipus is hurt, and last night I almost had a lucid moment."

iamlegend.warnerbros.com/
The trailer at least, is all kinds of bad ass.
edit: one makes more sense when not posting while exhausted.

So, is anyone making plans for teaming during the 2xp weekend? Should we try and organize some SG time?
Just curious. -Cindy

Today Frenetic managed to pick up the dragon wings recipe.
Unfortunately none of my characters virtue-blueside (insert massive anger an not being able to gift/trade between CoH-CoV here) would make use of them.
So. Open call for anyone virtue-blueside that would make good use of dragon wings. If there are no takers I'll sell them and gift a million influence to the 13 lowest characters in the SG I run across.-Terry
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"Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away." - Antoine de Saint Exupery
"Luge strategy? Lie flat and try not to die." - Carmen Boyle (Olympic Luge Gold Medal winner - 1996)
Mary Sue's theme music
-Terry
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"so listen up boy, or pornography starring your mother will be the second worst thing to happen to you today"
TF2: Spy

Guys,
I've decided to rebuild Bowtruckle to make him more consistent with his concept - namely, drop the travel power in exchange for slotting up hurdle/sprint, and pick up some invis powers.
However, that combined with the fact that I'm almost 27, means I need cash. Badly.
I probably need somewhere approaching 1mil inf. Anyone able to assist?--
Christopher Angel, aka JPublic
The Works of Christopher Angel
"Camaraderie, adventure, and steel on steel. The stuff of legend! Right, Boo?"

Seirei no Moribito is made of win and awesome. The art and animation are better than some movies, the period and cultural details and the character designs and... The fights? They're smart. They make sense! They're over in just a few seconds! Just... just go check it out.
And, I swear before heaven, I'd be saying that even if Balsa didn't hit just about every one of my buttons. ^_^
Ja, -n

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"I'm terribly sorry, but I have to kill you quite horribly now."