Hey, there. It's Taciturn Female Healer here in the Narration Room, having a turn with the Interlude.
After our previous story, Lady in the City, was done, someone in the studio pointed out that the title had nothing to do with the story. True, there was a Lady, but she was in a town, specifically, That Other Town. The title should have been Lady in Town! It was amazing that no one caught that mistake throughout production! As I remember, the project had been called Lady in the City since almost the beginning.
Then again, there is a lot of mislabeling in Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much. The primary offender is Taciturn Female Healer. She is not a 'Healer'! She doesn't even act like one! And she's not really that 'Taciturn' too! She is a 'Female' though, so that's about the only part of her name that's accurate.
I guess people should be free to be who they want to be and not be restricted by labels placed on them.
Anyway, I hope you enjoyed the story! Do take a short break before continuing. At least stand up and stretch a little or go get a cup of something to drink. Everything will be right here waiting for when you get back!
***
Part 7: The Forgotten Investor
Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much
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Saturday, November 2, 2013
The Double Reclassification, Part 7: The Forgotten Investor
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We're back in Some Town Tavern to celebrate the completion of our Dungeon Raid!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We received a lot of gold, some loot and Experience Points. I'd consider the Dungeon Raid a success.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We scored a Sturdy Leather Breastplate! It has good Defense, it has a Plus and it matches my Non-Equipment clothes so I claimed it!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
You'll be a better tank now with increased Defense.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So, explain to me something.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
If I may.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Why are you setting aside some of our gold?
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I'm setting aside some of our gold for our party funds.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
But Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman isn't even here!
Taciturn Female Healer
Actually, he's just sitting beside you with a mug of ale and a signboard with a cross-eyed smiley.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I do lament my obscurity since the time I had the burden of the Out status laid upon me.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Do we really need Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Greater woe has befallen upon me, for I have now discovered that I am indeed invisible to Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace!
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Anyway, Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman, have you been doing anything besides drinking ale in taverns?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It is with great pleasure that I report the setting up of two investment schemes with our shared gold!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What have you done with our gold!?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I note that at the mention of gold, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace suddenly noticed the presence of Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I announce that I have acquired shares in two promising businesses here in That Other Town. With these partial ownerships, we shall be paid a portion of the profits of these businesses regularly!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So we now have a steady income of gold? Wow, you're useful to have!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
And that's why we should always save some gold for him.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That's great! So... may I have some gold for shopping?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It is with regret that I inform you, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace, that it does take some time for our share of the gold to accumulate.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Eh, say what now?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Our shared party resources are now near empty. We should thus focus our efforts on the reduction of our expenditure till our gold is replenished!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That means no shopping?
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Goodness, what am I going to do with no gold for shopping!? Wait, what about today's loot?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Like I'd told you before, we'd be better off with some of our gold in Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman's hands. The more we put in now, the better our returns later.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You mean we've absolutely no gold?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Oh, I'm sure he's set aside some for essential spending like stocking up on consumables. Besides, I didn't give Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman everything - you've your share of the loot. Isn't that enough for your daily needs?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Well... I, er... I need to do some calculations...
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Let's see... I do have enough gold for daily expenses... definitely not enough for shopping, and definitely not enough for my night-time activity! Where else can I get gold?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
You do have enough gold, don't you?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Er, yes, I guess...
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Anyway, explain to me something!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Yes, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You're Out! How did you do all your business while you're Out? Is that permitted!?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I do admit that I am restricted by the misfortune of my Out status as stated in The Rules. Thus, there is indeed few tasks that I may perform. That which I may not, I have set up Quests for others to accomplish. I count the gold reward I pay as a minor expense for greater profits!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Oh, so you're abusing the Quest system too!
Wandering Grumpy Ogre
As I told you a few days back, simple Quests like these are the only way some of us can earn gold with you Hero-types beating us so often!
Erm, I delivered the paperwork like you asked, Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman. Any other Quests? Maybe something with kids?
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Explain to me something else!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Yes, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You had been sending Wandering Grumpy Ogre out on Quests and paying him gold, yes?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
That is indeed correct!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Why didn't you offer those Quests to me!?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Ah, her avarice shows itself again.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What'll I do for tonight's gold?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Eh, did you say something?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Ah, I was just thinking... I'm past Level 100 now. I think it's time for me to Reclassify.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Oh, don't you dare! At least not until Cliched-Spikey Haired Swordsman gains a few Levels so he can properly tank! Don't you forget what happened when both him and me Reclassified at the same time!
***
Part 6: The Dungeon Boss
Interlude
Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much
We're back in Some Town Tavern to celebrate the completion of our Dungeon Raid!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We received a lot of gold, some loot and Experience Points. I'd consider the Dungeon Raid a success.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We scored a Sturdy Leather Breastplate! It has good Defense, it has a Plus and it matches my Non-Equipment clothes so I claimed it!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
You'll be a better tank now with increased Defense.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So, explain to me something.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
If I may.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Why are you setting aside some of our gold?
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I'm setting aside some of our gold for our party funds.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
But Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman isn't even here!
Taciturn Female Healer
Actually, he's just sitting beside you with a mug of ale and a signboard with a cross-eyed smiley.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I do lament my obscurity since the time I had the burden of the Out status laid upon me.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Do we really need Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Greater woe has befallen upon me, for I have now discovered that I am indeed invisible to Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace!
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Anyway, Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman, have you been doing anything besides drinking ale in taverns?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It is with great pleasure that I report the setting up of two investment schemes with our shared gold!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What have you done with our gold!?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I note that at the mention of gold, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace suddenly noticed the presence of Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I announce that I have acquired shares in two promising businesses here in That Other Town. With these partial ownerships, we shall be paid a portion of the profits of these businesses regularly!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So we now have a steady income of gold? Wow, you're useful to have!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
And that's why we should always save some gold for him.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That's great! So... may I have some gold for shopping?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It is with regret that I inform you, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace, that it does take some time for our share of the gold to accumulate.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Eh, say what now?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Our shared party resources are now near empty. We should thus focus our efforts on the reduction of our expenditure till our gold is replenished!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That means no shopping?
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Goodness, what am I going to do with no gold for shopping!? Wait, what about today's loot?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Like I'd told you before, we'd be better off with some of our gold in Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman's hands. The more we put in now, the better our returns later.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You mean we've absolutely no gold?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Oh, I'm sure he's set aside some for essential spending like stocking up on consumables. Besides, I didn't give Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman everything - you've your share of the loot. Isn't that enough for your daily needs?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Well... I, er... I need to do some calculations...
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Let's see... I do have enough gold for daily expenses... definitely not enough for shopping, and definitely not enough for my night-time activity! Where else can I get gold?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
You do have enough gold, don't you?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Er, yes, I guess...
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Anyway, explain to me something!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Yes, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You're Out! How did you do all your business while you're Out? Is that permitted!?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I do admit that I am restricted by the misfortune of my Out status as stated in The Rules. Thus, there is indeed few tasks that I may perform. That which I may not, I have set up Quests for others to accomplish. I count the gold reward I pay as a minor expense for greater profits!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Oh, so you're abusing the Quest system too!
Wandering Grumpy Ogre
As I told you a few days back, simple Quests like these are the only way some of us can earn gold with you Hero-types beating us so often!
Erm, I delivered the paperwork like you asked, Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman. Any other Quests? Maybe something with kids?
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Explain to me something else!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Yes, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You had been sending Wandering Grumpy Ogre out on Quests and paying him gold, yes?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
That is indeed correct!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Why didn't you offer those Quests to me!?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Ah, her avarice shows itself again.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What'll I do for tonight's gold?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Eh, did you say something?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Ah, I was just thinking... I'm past Level 100 now. I think it's time for me to Reclassify.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Oh, don't you dare! At least not until Cliched-Spikey Haired Swordsman gains a few Levels so he can properly tank! Don't you forget what happened when both him and me Reclassified at the same time!
***
Part 6: The Dungeon Boss
Interlude
Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much
The Double Reclassification, Part 6: The Dungeon Boss
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So... the Dungeon Boss is... Weak Goblin Swordsman? Is that it?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I thought it was strange that the Dungeon Boss' name was not written on the notice at the entrance of the Dungeon.
Weak Goblin Swordsman
I'm not alone. I've Puny Goblin Stabber at my side!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Just you two?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We've faced something like this once. Remember our fight against Lithe Silverbow Naga in Tame Mossy Caverns Of Purple Flowers?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Right, so these two little Dungeon Bosses may have more little minions hidden.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I think it is the other way around.
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Anyway, we've Ambush Round. I'll take out Weak Goblin Swordsman from here. Go ahead and snipe his pal.
Weak Goblin Swordsman
Wait, aren't you supposed to charge in and attack us!?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Too late, you guys are Out!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Now what? Those two are Out and we're still in Battle!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
There must be hidden enemies. Time to use those Scout Skills.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
I don't see anyone from here, though. Someone should check the center of the Battlefield.
Taciturn Female Healer
I've seen something like this before. There's likely a Trap or something in the center.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Those two Goblins earlier were too eager to lure us out there.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So, we're just going to wait here until something happens?
Taciturn Female Healer
Hey, Ambush Round is over!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
It's the break between Rounds. What are we going to do on Round 1?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Someone has to step into the middle to check for enemies. The Dungeon Boss may be hidden there.
Taciturn Female Healer
There may be Traps there.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That's a good point. Remember that the Goblins weren't moving from their spots.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Is this really the Battle with the Dungeon Boss?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
It has to be. This is the last room in the Dungeon.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
I wish that spikey-haired idiot were here. He'd just charge out there.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Now we're in round 4 of a 36-round Rock-Paper-Scissors tournament to determine who goes out to the middle of the Battlefield!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
How did I agree to this?
Taciturn Female Healer
Hey, has anyone seen Sneaky Ogre Thief?
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Round 12 of our Rock-Paper-Scissors tournament!
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Oh, that's it! I can't take all this waiting anymore! I'm here, okay!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So that's where he was.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Are you going to charge at him, Taciturn Female Healer?
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Yeah, come on! We've other parties waiting to Raid this Dungeon! Let's get on with it!
Taciturn Female Healer
I don't think I should rush up to him. He may have more tricks. We should let him come to us.
Hidden Goblin Rogue
(Censored colorful expletive.)
***
Hidden Goblin Rogue
All right, everyone! Come out and charge at them!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You can't charge at us.
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Why not?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We haven't started Round 1 yet.
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Can we start Round 1 then?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Just a moment...
What's the plan, Typical Bespectacled Mage?
Hidden Goblin Rogue
(More censored colorful expletive.)
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
From the looks of it, we're facing a group of Goblin Thieves and a couple of Healers, led by an Advanced-Class Goblin Rogue. They must have been using their Hide Skills.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
And what are we going to do?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Let's see... they've both range and melee combatants...
Taciturn Female Healer should concentrate on Hidden Goblin Rogue. We'll handle the rest. Looks like you've to tank again. Try to snipe their Healers. I'll cover you with Healing and Spells.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Sounds like a plan. What about our temp?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I'm sure Sneaky Ogre Thief will do whatever is most irritating to the opposition.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So that's it for the plan?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That's about it.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We may start the Round now?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Sure, go ahead and give the Ready status.
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Finally!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
There are so many impatient people today!
***
Hidden Goblin Rogue
I commend your prowess, little girl, for standing against me thus far...
Taciturn Female Healer
I do my best!
Hidden Goblin Rogue
But while you are occupied here, my minions will eventually overcome your allies without someone to protect them!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
He's right! I can't tank for long, even with Typical Bespectacled Mage's Healing Spells.
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Victory will eventually be mine!
Sneaky Ogre Thief
I use Shadow Strike on Hidden Goblin Rogue.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Oh, the irony! A sneaky character was backstabbed!
Hidden Goblin Rogue
I'd like to point out that Sneaky Ogre Thief is a sneaky character too!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
True. But you're an Advanced Class. He's only a Basic Class. Plus, he's a big Ogre.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Shouldn't Sneaky Ogre Thief be helping us? He can finish these Goblin Thieves quick!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Well, he has good reason to attack Hidden Goblin Rogue. Hidden Goblin Rogue is worth more Experience Points.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Won't he get more Experience Points from the bonus he gets by defeating these Goblin Thieves?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
It's true that he'll get more Experience Points by defeating an enemy rather than just simply attacking. However, I think his aim is to defeat Hidden Goblin Rogue. Simply put, he and Taciturn Female Healer are in a competition to see who can land the finishing blow and grab the Experience-Point bonus!
Hidden Goblin Rogue
As the party whose Hit Points are rapidly diminishing because of the mentioned competition, I hereby voice my protest!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Well, that was a good fight.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Once Sneaky Ogre Thief finished Hidden Goblin Rogue, it was easy to defeat the latter's minions.
Taciturn Female Healer
I'll get lucky next time!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Need I point out that, in our usual party, you're the one who would usually fight the tough opponent and claim the bonus Experience Points all to yourself?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Forget about that! We've completed the Dungeon. Let's claim the loot!
***
Part 5: The Dungeon Raid
Part 7: The Forgotten Investor
Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much
So... the Dungeon Boss is... Weak Goblin Swordsman? Is that it?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I thought it was strange that the Dungeon Boss' name was not written on the notice at the entrance of the Dungeon.
Weak Goblin Swordsman
I'm not alone. I've Puny Goblin Stabber at my side!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Just you two?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We've faced something like this once. Remember our fight against Lithe Silverbow Naga in Tame Mossy Caverns Of Purple Flowers?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Right, so these two little Dungeon Bosses may have more little minions hidden.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I think it is the other way around.
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Anyway, we've Ambush Round. I'll take out Weak Goblin Swordsman from here. Go ahead and snipe his pal.
Weak Goblin Swordsman
Wait, aren't you supposed to charge in and attack us!?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Too late, you guys are Out!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Now what? Those two are Out and we're still in Battle!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
There must be hidden enemies. Time to use those Scout Skills.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
I don't see anyone from here, though. Someone should check the center of the Battlefield.
Taciturn Female Healer
I've seen something like this before. There's likely a Trap or something in the center.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Those two Goblins earlier were too eager to lure us out there.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So, we're just going to wait here until something happens?
Taciturn Female Healer
Hey, Ambush Round is over!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
It's the break between Rounds. What are we going to do on Round 1?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Someone has to step into the middle to check for enemies. The Dungeon Boss may be hidden there.
Taciturn Female Healer
There may be Traps there.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That's a good point. Remember that the Goblins weren't moving from their spots.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Is this really the Battle with the Dungeon Boss?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
It has to be. This is the last room in the Dungeon.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
I wish that spikey-haired idiot were here. He'd just charge out there.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Now we're in round 4 of a 36-round Rock-Paper-Scissors tournament to determine who goes out to the middle of the Battlefield!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
How did I agree to this?
Taciturn Female Healer
Hey, has anyone seen Sneaky Ogre Thief?
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Round 12 of our Rock-Paper-Scissors tournament!
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Oh, that's it! I can't take all this waiting anymore! I'm here, okay!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So that's where he was.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Are you going to charge at him, Taciturn Female Healer?
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Yeah, come on! We've other parties waiting to Raid this Dungeon! Let's get on with it!
Taciturn Female Healer
I don't think I should rush up to him. He may have more tricks. We should let him come to us.
Hidden Goblin Rogue
(Censored colorful expletive.)
***
Hidden Goblin Rogue
All right, everyone! Come out and charge at them!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You can't charge at us.
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Why not?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We haven't started Round 1 yet.
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Can we start Round 1 then?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Just a moment...
What's the plan, Typical Bespectacled Mage?
Hidden Goblin Rogue
(More censored colorful expletive.)
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
From the looks of it, we're facing a group of Goblin Thieves and a couple of Healers, led by an Advanced-Class Goblin Rogue. They must have been using their Hide Skills.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
And what are we going to do?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Let's see... they've both range and melee combatants...
Taciturn Female Healer should concentrate on Hidden Goblin Rogue. We'll handle the rest. Looks like you've to tank again. Try to snipe their Healers. I'll cover you with Healing and Spells.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Sounds like a plan. What about our temp?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I'm sure Sneaky Ogre Thief will do whatever is most irritating to the opposition.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So that's it for the plan?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That's about it.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We may start the Round now?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Sure, go ahead and give the Ready status.
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Finally!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
There are so many impatient people today!
***
Hidden Goblin Rogue
I commend your prowess, little girl, for standing against me thus far...
Taciturn Female Healer
I do my best!
Hidden Goblin Rogue
But while you are occupied here, my minions will eventually overcome your allies without someone to protect them!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
He's right! I can't tank for long, even with Typical Bespectacled Mage's Healing Spells.
Hidden Goblin Rogue
Victory will eventually be mine!
Sneaky Ogre Thief
I use Shadow Strike on Hidden Goblin Rogue.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Oh, the irony! A sneaky character was backstabbed!
Hidden Goblin Rogue
I'd like to point out that Sneaky Ogre Thief is a sneaky character too!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
True. But you're an Advanced Class. He's only a Basic Class. Plus, he's a big Ogre.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Shouldn't Sneaky Ogre Thief be helping us? He can finish these Goblin Thieves quick!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Well, he has good reason to attack Hidden Goblin Rogue. Hidden Goblin Rogue is worth more Experience Points.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Won't he get more Experience Points from the bonus he gets by defeating these Goblin Thieves?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
It's true that he'll get more Experience Points by defeating an enemy rather than just simply attacking. However, I think his aim is to defeat Hidden Goblin Rogue. Simply put, he and Taciturn Female Healer are in a competition to see who can land the finishing blow and grab the Experience-Point bonus!
Hidden Goblin Rogue
As the party whose Hit Points are rapidly diminishing because of the mentioned competition, I hereby voice my protest!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Well, that was a good fight.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Once Sneaky Ogre Thief finished Hidden Goblin Rogue, it was easy to defeat the latter's minions.
Taciturn Female Healer
I'll get lucky next time!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Need I point out that, in our usual party, you're the one who would usually fight the tough opponent and claim the bonus Experience Points all to yourself?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Forget about that! We've completed the Dungeon. Let's claim the loot!
***
Part 5: The Dungeon Raid
Part 7: The Forgotten Investor
Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much
The Double Reclassification, Part 5: The Dungeon Raid
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
It's the afternoon of a new day and I'm with Typical Bespectacled Mage and Taciturn Female Healer in Some Town Tavern. I'd like to say that it's nice that we can divide all the gold among just ourselves and not have to put any into the party fund!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I think we should set aside some of the gold for the party fund.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What? Why? Our hero leader isn't here so we shouldn't need to.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman took financial classes in the School for Aspiring Adventurers. We'd be better off with some of our gold under his management.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That makes him a glorified accountant! Is that all the good he is to us?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
You usually hide behind him in a fight.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Oh yeah.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We should start looking for a new temp for our party.
Sneaky Ogre Thief
May I join?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Who said that?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Under the table?
Sneaky Ogre Thief
No, I'm up here.
Taciturn Female Healer
How do you find the grip to hang under the ceiling with your size?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
How do you find the self-assurance to hang under the ceiling in public!?
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Long story short, we invited Sneaky Ogre Thief to join our party. Sneaky Ogre Thief and Taciturn Female Healer thought that we should Raid a Dungeon. That was how we ended up exploring the Cave behind the Waterfall of The Nearby Woods.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
How are we going to do this with only one tank? Despite being an Ogre, Sneaky Ogre Thief does not have many Hit Points or much Defense. We've two Thieves in the party, for goodness sake!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Looks like you've to tank again. Your Defense and total Hit Points are better than Sneaky Ogre Thief's.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
I hope this does not become our usual practice.
***
Sneaky Ogre Thief
We don't need tank.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What do you mean we don't need a tank?
Sneaky Ogre Thief
Ambush Round.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What? Hey, I didn't see those Goblins!
Crude Axe Goblin
Well, neither did we see you, sweetheart!
***
Sneaky Ogre Thief
First Strike. I stab Unfortunate Goblin Target.
Unfortunate Goblin Target
Uh, I'm Out!
Taciturn Female Healer
I attack Crude Axe Goblin!
Crude Axe Goblin
Aw shucks, I'm Out too!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
This is new. We're overwhelming the Goblins with a surprise attack!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Don't just stand there! Shoot Rearguard Goblin Spellslinger before she casts something!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That was a quick fight! We knocked Out all the Goblins before any of them could retaliate.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We've two Thieves. Their combined Ambush Skills and the single one from your Archer Class gives us an impressive chance to call Ambush Round!
Sneaky Ogre Thief
We don't need tank.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
This is a refreshing experience for me!
Sneaky Ogre Thief
Ambush Round!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That was another quick fight. I can't complain since we're getting Experience Points and gold at little risk to ourselves.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I agree. The easy Experience Points and gold are welcome.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You know, this won't work so well if that spikey-haired idiot were here. He'd just charge into combat!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That is an interesting observation.
Sneaky Ogre Thief
Ambush Round!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Already?
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Yet another quick fight done with. It's great that we're not wasting Healing Potions!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Actually, I'm using quite a few Mana Potions. All those Heal and Ice Spells cost me a lot of Mana Points.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You're drinking our profits!
Sneaky Ogre Thief
Ambush Round!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Ah, let's get this over with.
Sneaky Ogre Thief
We need a tank.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What? Why?
Sneaky Ogre Thief
It's the Mid-Boss.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Taciturn Female Healer, could you handle the Mid-Boss for us?
Taciturn Female Healer
Okay, I'll attack Axe Goblin Mid-Boss!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That leaves the rest of us to handle the other Goblins.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
There are a little too many of them.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Looks like you'll have to tank again.
Axe Goblin Mid-Boss
Hey, you people have Ambush Round! Can we start the fight yet!?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What an impatient Goblin!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Let's start the fight!
Axe Goblin Mid-Boss
Finally!
Sneaky Ogre Thief
I use First Attack on Only Goblin Healer. Critical. He's Out. I attack Fleeing Goblin Mage.
Axe Goblin Mid-Boss
That's all my spellcasters!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
And your Goblin Stabbers are hardly doing any damage to me!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That's very convenient for me. Since I don't have to Heal you as much, I can join in the attack with my Ice Spells.
Axe Goblin Mid-Boss
This is not good.
***
Axe Goblin Mid-Boss
Hey, no fair! You finished my minions and then ganged up on me!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Weren't you impatient to get this over with?
Anyway, it's time to check the loot!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Let's see, we've found some gold and a Steel Great Axe of Minor Strength. Can you use this, Taciturn Female Healer?
Taciturn Female Healer
It is a little better than my Steel Battle Axe. It'll come in handy if we come across any opponents with Critical Resistance.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So, what's next?
Sneaky Ogre Thief
Ambush Round!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Let's get this over with-
Sneaky Ogre Thief
It's the Boss.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Already!? We're progressing quite fast today!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Looks like there wasn't anything else between the Mid-Boss and the Dungeon Boss.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What sort of tiny Dungeon is this!?
***
Part 4: The Quiet Quest
Part 6: The Dungeon Boss
Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much
It's the afternoon of a new day and I'm with Typical Bespectacled Mage and Taciturn Female Healer in Some Town Tavern. I'd like to say that it's nice that we can divide all the gold among just ourselves and not have to put any into the party fund!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I think we should set aside some of the gold for the party fund.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What? Why? Our hero leader isn't here so we shouldn't need to.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman took financial classes in the School for Aspiring Adventurers. We'd be better off with some of our gold under his management.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That makes him a glorified accountant! Is that all the good he is to us?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
You usually hide behind him in a fight.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Oh yeah.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We should start looking for a new temp for our party.
Sneaky Ogre Thief
May I join?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Who said that?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Under the table?
Sneaky Ogre Thief
No, I'm up here.
Taciturn Female Healer
How do you find the grip to hang under the ceiling with your size?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
How do you find the self-assurance to hang under the ceiling in public!?
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Long story short, we invited Sneaky Ogre Thief to join our party. Sneaky Ogre Thief and Taciturn Female Healer thought that we should Raid a Dungeon. That was how we ended up exploring the Cave behind the Waterfall of The Nearby Woods.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
How are we going to do this with only one tank? Despite being an Ogre, Sneaky Ogre Thief does not have many Hit Points or much Defense. We've two Thieves in the party, for goodness sake!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Looks like you've to tank again. Your Defense and total Hit Points are better than Sneaky Ogre Thief's.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
I hope this does not become our usual practice.
***
Sneaky Ogre Thief
We don't need tank.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What do you mean we don't need a tank?
Sneaky Ogre Thief
Ambush Round.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What? Hey, I didn't see those Goblins!
Crude Axe Goblin
Well, neither did we see you, sweetheart!
***
Sneaky Ogre Thief
First Strike. I stab Unfortunate Goblin Target.
Unfortunate Goblin Target
Uh, I'm Out!
Taciturn Female Healer
I attack Crude Axe Goblin!
Crude Axe Goblin
Aw shucks, I'm Out too!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
This is new. We're overwhelming the Goblins with a surprise attack!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Don't just stand there! Shoot Rearguard Goblin Spellslinger before she casts something!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That was a quick fight! We knocked Out all the Goblins before any of them could retaliate.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We've two Thieves. Their combined Ambush Skills and the single one from your Archer Class gives us an impressive chance to call Ambush Round!
Sneaky Ogre Thief
We don't need tank.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
This is a refreshing experience for me!
Sneaky Ogre Thief
Ambush Round!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That was another quick fight. I can't complain since we're getting Experience Points and gold at little risk to ourselves.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I agree. The easy Experience Points and gold are welcome.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You know, this won't work so well if that spikey-haired idiot were here. He'd just charge into combat!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That is an interesting observation.
Sneaky Ogre Thief
Ambush Round!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Already?
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Yet another quick fight done with. It's great that we're not wasting Healing Potions!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Actually, I'm using quite a few Mana Potions. All those Heal and Ice Spells cost me a lot of Mana Points.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You're drinking our profits!
Sneaky Ogre Thief
Ambush Round!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Ah, let's get this over with.
Sneaky Ogre Thief
We need a tank.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What? Why?
Sneaky Ogre Thief
It's the Mid-Boss.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Taciturn Female Healer, could you handle the Mid-Boss for us?
Taciturn Female Healer
Okay, I'll attack Axe Goblin Mid-Boss!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That leaves the rest of us to handle the other Goblins.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
There are a little too many of them.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Looks like you'll have to tank again.
Axe Goblin Mid-Boss
Hey, you people have Ambush Round! Can we start the fight yet!?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What an impatient Goblin!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Let's start the fight!
Axe Goblin Mid-Boss
Finally!
Sneaky Ogre Thief
I use First Attack on Only Goblin Healer. Critical. He's Out. I attack Fleeing Goblin Mage.
Axe Goblin Mid-Boss
That's all my spellcasters!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
And your Goblin Stabbers are hardly doing any damage to me!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That's very convenient for me. Since I don't have to Heal you as much, I can join in the attack with my Ice Spells.
Axe Goblin Mid-Boss
This is not good.
***
Axe Goblin Mid-Boss
Hey, no fair! You finished my minions and then ganged up on me!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Weren't you impatient to get this over with?
Anyway, it's time to check the loot!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Let's see, we've found some gold and a Steel Great Axe of Minor Strength. Can you use this, Taciturn Female Healer?
Taciturn Female Healer
It is a little better than my Steel Battle Axe. It'll come in handy if we come across any opponents with Critical Resistance.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So, what's next?
Sneaky Ogre Thief
Ambush Round!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Let's get this over with-
Sneaky Ogre Thief
It's the Boss.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Already!? We're progressing quite fast today!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Looks like there wasn't anything else between the Mid-Boss and the Dungeon Boss.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
What sort of tiny Dungeon is this!?
***
Part 4: The Quiet Quest
Part 6: The Dungeon Boss
Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much
Friday, November 1, 2013
The Double Reclassification, Part 4: The Quiet Quest
Taciturn Female Healer
We're in Some Town Tavern. It's a wonderful afternoon for another Quest! I've a Quest to guard a Totally-Insignificant Molehill!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Another easy Quest!?
Taciturn Female Healer
I'm selecting the best Quest for Typical Bespectacled Mage to catch up in Levels.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
He'll catch up faster if we try tougher Quests! I want tougher opponents! I hardly earned any Experience Points from the weak opponents in the last Quest.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
In order to attempt tougher Quests, we'll need more people in the party. With Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman Out, we're undermanned.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So we just need a temporary member or two. Who do we know who's always in search of a party?
Red-Shirted Healer
I'm looking for a party!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
No, no way! If Red-Shirted Healer joins us, we'll have two Healers again!
Red-Shirted Healer
I'm hiring a party to help me with a tough Quest that I have!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Oh, we're available for hire. I'm grateful that you deem my glorious presence worthy of your Quest. Gold upfront, please.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I wonder if this is some trick of Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace to extort gold from Red-Shirted Healer.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So... the Quest that Red-Shirted Healer wants us to help with is to... keep this place quiet...
Senile Old Quest-Giver
You'll have to speak up. I can't hear you well.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We're supposed to keep the area around your Lonely Suburban Hut quiet?
Senile Old Quest-Giver
That's right. I'd like to have a good afternoon nap.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
People are just abusing the Quest system with silly requests like this.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Looks like a simple enough Quest. The gold is good but we're not getting any Experience Points, are we?
Red-Shirted Healer
I'm sure this is a tough Quest!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Why would you say that?
Red-Shirted Healer
The Quest Rating. There must be a reason it was rated hard.
Ogre Extreme Guitar Player
Ambush Round! We the Ogre Rock Metal Band are taking over this open space behind Lonely Suburban Hut for our jamming session!
Taciturn Female Healer
Yay, we get to kick noisy Ogres out!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Sorry, big dude. No Ambush Round for you. Your Ambush Skills failed to beat the combined Scout Skills of Taciturn Female Healer and mine.
War-painted Ogre Drummer
That should be easy for you since we don't have any Ambush Skills at all! I mean, it's not like we're the quietest people around.
Ogre Extreme Guitar Player
We should have picked up a Thief for the band!
Brutal Lead Ogre Singer
Where are we going to find an Ogre who's also a Thief? It's not like we can stroll into a tavern and hire someone called Sneaky Ogre Thief!
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We should use the same tactics as before. Taciturn Female Healer tanks their main fighters and you, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace, be the secondary tank, since you have the second best Defense.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Yeah, yeah, let's get this over with.
Ogre Keyboardist with Scary Makeup
I cast Fire!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Oh no, one of them is a spellcaster! Red-Shirted Healer has better Resistance than me!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
No, wait, don't hide behind Red-Shirted Healer!
War-painted Ogre Drummer
Their Healer is open! Get her! Power Attack!
Ogre Extreme Guitar Player
Taste my Extreme Power Axe!
Red-Shirted Healer
I'm Out! Again!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We should Unlock an Achievement if we ever keep Red-Shirted Healer alive!
***
Ogre Keyboardist with Scary Makeup
I cast Fire at Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
My Hit Points are going down fast!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I cast Heal on Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace. There, now keep shooting!
War-painted Ogre Drummer
Wait, you people have two Healers in your party? What kind of party has two Healers!?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Don't get me started on that!
Taciturn Female Healer
Actually, we have three Healers.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You don't count as one!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We're not getting anywhere, except up in Levels. Brutal Lead Ogre Singer on their side can cast Heal too.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Just keep tanking.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Until when? Until we hit Level 200 or dinnertime!?
Taciturn Female Healer
Power Attack!
Ogre Extreme Guitar Player
Ouch, I'm Out!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Until that happens! Taciturn Female Healer, remove their Healer!
Taciturn Female Healer
Leave it to me!
Brutal Lead Ogre Singer
Hey, stay away from me!
***
Brutal Lead Ogre Singer
Ouch! Stop chasing me... Unless you want an Autograph.
Taciturn Female Healer
I want an Autograph!
Brutal Lead Ogre Singer
Really!?
Taciturn Female Healer
Power Attack! You're Out!
Brutal Lead Ogre Singer
...
Taciturn Female Healer
Can I still have that Autograph?
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
It took a lot longer than expected but we finally won!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We did make a lot of noise with all the Spells and Techniques we threw around. I hope we still get paid.
Senile Old Quest-Giver
Ah, that was a good nap. Did anything happen while I was asleep?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Thank goodness for her poor hearing.
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I wonder if Senile Old Quest-Giver would still have had a peaceful nap if the Ogre Rock Metal Band had their jamming session.
Taciturn Female Healer
I looked at the parameters of the Quest. If we had lost the Battle, the Ogre Rock Metal Band would have their jamming session and Senile Old Quest-Giver would have woken up.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Wait, you mean to say that the Quest has been set so that Senile Old Quest-Giver would have woken up if we had failed, the Senile Old Quest-Giver who issued the Quest in the first place so she could have her nap?
Taciturn Female Healer
Yup, that's right.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
What absurd logic is this? Wouldn't she have what she wanted anyway if she hadn't issued the Quest?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Do you really expect everyone to think rationally like you?
***
Part 3: The Easy Quest
Part 5: The Dungeon Raid
Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much
We're in Some Town Tavern. It's a wonderful afternoon for another Quest! I've a Quest to guard a Totally-Insignificant Molehill!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Another easy Quest!?
Taciturn Female Healer
I'm selecting the best Quest for Typical Bespectacled Mage to catch up in Levels.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
He'll catch up faster if we try tougher Quests! I want tougher opponents! I hardly earned any Experience Points from the weak opponents in the last Quest.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
In order to attempt tougher Quests, we'll need more people in the party. With Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman Out, we're undermanned.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So we just need a temporary member or two. Who do we know who's always in search of a party?
Red-Shirted Healer
I'm looking for a party!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
No, no way! If Red-Shirted Healer joins us, we'll have two Healers again!
Red-Shirted Healer
I'm hiring a party to help me with a tough Quest that I have!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Oh, we're available for hire. I'm grateful that you deem my glorious presence worthy of your Quest. Gold upfront, please.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I wonder if this is some trick of Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace to extort gold from Red-Shirted Healer.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
So... the Quest that Red-Shirted Healer wants us to help with is to... keep this place quiet...
Senile Old Quest-Giver
You'll have to speak up. I can't hear you well.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We're supposed to keep the area around your Lonely Suburban Hut quiet?
Senile Old Quest-Giver
That's right. I'd like to have a good afternoon nap.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
People are just abusing the Quest system with silly requests like this.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Looks like a simple enough Quest. The gold is good but we're not getting any Experience Points, are we?
Red-Shirted Healer
I'm sure this is a tough Quest!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Why would you say that?
Red-Shirted Healer
The Quest Rating. There must be a reason it was rated hard.
Ogre Extreme Guitar Player
Ambush Round! We the Ogre Rock Metal Band are taking over this open space behind Lonely Suburban Hut for our jamming session!
Taciturn Female Healer
Yay, we get to kick noisy Ogres out!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Sorry, big dude. No Ambush Round for you. Your Ambush Skills failed to beat the combined Scout Skills of Taciturn Female Healer and mine.
War-painted Ogre Drummer
That should be easy for you since we don't have any Ambush Skills at all! I mean, it's not like we're the quietest people around.
Ogre Extreme Guitar Player
We should have picked up a Thief for the band!
Brutal Lead Ogre Singer
Where are we going to find an Ogre who's also a Thief? It's not like we can stroll into a tavern and hire someone called Sneaky Ogre Thief!
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We should use the same tactics as before. Taciturn Female Healer tanks their main fighters and you, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace, be the secondary tank, since you have the second best Defense.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Yeah, yeah, let's get this over with.
Ogre Keyboardist with Scary Makeup
I cast Fire!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Oh no, one of them is a spellcaster! Red-Shirted Healer has better Resistance than me!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
No, wait, don't hide behind Red-Shirted Healer!
War-painted Ogre Drummer
Their Healer is open! Get her! Power Attack!
Ogre Extreme Guitar Player
Taste my Extreme Power Axe!
Red-Shirted Healer
I'm Out! Again!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We should Unlock an Achievement if we ever keep Red-Shirted Healer alive!
***
Ogre Keyboardist with Scary Makeup
I cast Fire at Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
My Hit Points are going down fast!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I cast Heal on Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace. There, now keep shooting!
War-painted Ogre Drummer
Wait, you people have two Healers in your party? What kind of party has two Healers!?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Don't get me started on that!
Taciturn Female Healer
Actually, we have three Healers.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
You don't count as one!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We're not getting anywhere, except up in Levels. Brutal Lead Ogre Singer on their side can cast Heal too.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Just keep tanking.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Until when? Until we hit Level 200 or dinnertime!?
Taciturn Female Healer
Power Attack!
Ogre Extreme Guitar Player
Ouch, I'm Out!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Until that happens! Taciturn Female Healer, remove their Healer!
Taciturn Female Healer
Leave it to me!
Brutal Lead Ogre Singer
Hey, stay away from me!
***
Brutal Lead Ogre Singer
Ouch! Stop chasing me... Unless you want an Autograph.
Taciturn Female Healer
I want an Autograph!
Brutal Lead Ogre Singer
Really!?
Taciturn Female Healer
Power Attack! You're Out!
Brutal Lead Ogre Singer
...
Taciturn Female Healer
Can I still have that Autograph?
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
It took a lot longer than expected but we finally won!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We did make a lot of noise with all the Spells and Techniques we threw around. I hope we still get paid.
Senile Old Quest-Giver
Ah, that was a good nap. Did anything happen while I was asleep?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Thank goodness for her poor hearing.
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
I wonder if Senile Old Quest-Giver would still have had a peaceful nap if the Ogre Rock Metal Band had their jamming session.
Taciturn Female Healer
I looked at the parameters of the Quest. If we had lost the Battle, the Ogre Rock Metal Band would have their jamming session and Senile Old Quest-Giver would have woken up.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Wait, you mean to say that the Quest has been set so that Senile Old Quest-Giver would have woken up if we had failed, the Senile Old Quest-Giver who issued the Quest in the first place so she could have her nap?
Taciturn Female Healer
Yup, that's right.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
What absurd logic is this? Wouldn't she have what she wanted anyway if she hadn't issued the Quest?
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Do you really expect everyone to think rationally like you?
***
Part 3: The Easy Quest
Part 5: The Dungeon Raid
Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much
The Double Reclassification, Part 3: The Easy Quest
Taciturn Female Healer
I've a good Quest where our newly Reclassified companions can gain a few Levels!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Oh, this better be good. Let's see... we're to clean a Bee infestation in Very Ordinary Garden.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That looks pretty easy. Are you feeling okay, Taciturn Female Healer? You usually pick something way over my Level.
Taciturn Female Healer
The first Quest for someone who has just Reclassified must be easy. Once he has gained a few Levels, because of Stat Growth Skills from the previous Class, he will gain Stats quickly. You bought Stat Growth Skills, right?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Of course, I did! Only an idiot would neglect investing in Stats... erm, Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman, you did buy a few Stat Growth Skills, I hope?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It is most certain that I have invested Skill Points into the development of my Stats in Hit Points, Strength and Constitution!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That's a relief to hear.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We've arrived at Very Ordinary Garden!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Let's take a look at the opposition first. We wouldn't want to have a repeat of that incident with Weeds when we were here the last time.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
The Common Bees that we're to clear out do look like they're very low in Levels.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
They're still high-Level for my Level of 1.
Anyway, from what I can see, there does not seem to be any surprises. We should try to get an Ambush Round so Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman and I can each get a hit and gain a few Levels. This means, no charging in, Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
But charging into battle, heedless of danger, is a fitting display of heroism when faced with a difficult opposition!
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We have to be careful since you and I are Level 1. Do this Quest right and we'll be well on our way to higher Levels.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It still is not right to attack an opponent unannounced! A worthy opponent most certainly deserves a proper introduction, followed by a fitting fight and not be defeated through the use of underhanded tricks!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace, could you...
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Look here, Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman. If we do an Ambush Round, it'll be easier for each of us to select our targets. Certainly you'd want to face their leader, don't you?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
That is indeed true. Very well, we shall carry out this plan to surprise the opposition where I may challenge their leader as it rightly should be!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Uh... that's not what I had in mind!
***
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
With the initiative provided by the Ambush Round, I shall charge the leader of the opposition...
... Pardon me, Little Common Bee, but who might your leader be?
Little Common Bee
We don't have a leader.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Then how does your party decide on the course to follow?
Little Common Bee
We just do whatever we feel like doing.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Without a definite leader on the opposing side, my purpose in this battle does seem to be unclear.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Just attack someone on their side!
***
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
In the absence of an opposing leader, I shall attack the strongest combatant of my opponents!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
No, don't do that!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I attack Slightly Tough Bee! With a slash of my Big-Ass Sword against a superior opponent, I have gained enough Experience Points to raise my Level by four!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Don't forget to replenish your Hit Points to its new limit!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I shall now cast Heal on myself!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
No, don't do that! Use Healing Potions!
Slightly Tough Bee
I counterattack with a Power Attack!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I curse my misfortune, for my Hit Points have been exhausted by a single attack before I completed my Heal Spell!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Heal Spells take a little time to cast! You should have used a Healing Potion, which would immediately have an effect!
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Taciturn Female Healer, tank for me while I cast Spells, Level and Heal myself!
Taciturn Female Healer
Okay!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
A few of them are circling around us! Who's tanking the rear!? We're short one tank!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Explain to me something.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
If I may.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We're the ones who initiated the Ambush Round, right?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That is correct.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Why then are we the ones surrounded?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
... I supposed that when everything goes awry, we unconsciously fall back to the tactic we are most familiar with. And we do get surrounded quite often.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That's good to know. By the way, there's still nobody tanking the rear!
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
You know, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace, you could tank the rear.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Me?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
They're only two of them attacking from that direction and your Level is much greater than theirs.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Hey, you're right! I was just hit and didn't lose many Hit Points! This is going to be fun!
Indignant Common Bee
You could at least pretend to be injured by my attack, you know.
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That was an easy enough Quest. I gained thirteen Levels.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Our spikey-haired idiot got himself pwned by a puny enemy! I easily defeated Slightly Tough Bee!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It shames me to admit that your statements are indeed true.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
In our leader's defense, what was puny for you, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace, was over 30 Levels above him.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Do we have enough gold to pay for his Resurrect?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It shall not be necessary to finance my Resurrect. I shall use the week of my Out status to engage in some time away from adventuring.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That's not like you to avoid adventuring.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
My Out status is my responsibility, for I had failed to heed the advice of Typical Bespectacled Mage! As I repent my failure, I shall bear its consequences!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Okay, nobly bearing the consequences is more like you. Listening to me, that's new.
***
Part 2: The Impending Trouble
Part 4: The Quiet Quest
Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much
I've a good Quest where our newly Reclassified companions can gain a few Levels!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Oh, this better be good. Let's see... we're to clean a Bee infestation in Very Ordinary Garden.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That looks pretty easy. Are you feeling okay, Taciturn Female Healer? You usually pick something way over my Level.
Taciturn Female Healer
The first Quest for someone who has just Reclassified must be easy. Once he has gained a few Levels, because of Stat Growth Skills from the previous Class, he will gain Stats quickly. You bought Stat Growth Skills, right?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Of course, I did! Only an idiot would neglect investing in Stats... erm, Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman, you did buy a few Stat Growth Skills, I hope?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It is most certain that I have invested Skill Points into the development of my Stats in Hit Points, Strength and Constitution!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That's a relief to hear.
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We've arrived at Very Ordinary Garden!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Let's take a look at the opposition first. We wouldn't want to have a repeat of that incident with Weeds when we were here the last time.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
The Common Bees that we're to clear out do look like they're very low in Levels.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
They're still high-Level for my Level of 1.
Anyway, from what I can see, there does not seem to be any surprises. We should try to get an Ambush Round so Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman and I can each get a hit and gain a few Levels. This means, no charging in, Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
But charging into battle, heedless of danger, is a fitting display of heroism when faced with a difficult opposition!
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
We have to be careful since you and I are Level 1. Do this Quest right and we'll be well on our way to higher Levels.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It still is not right to attack an opponent unannounced! A worthy opponent most certainly deserves a proper introduction, followed by a fitting fight and not be defeated through the use of underhanded tricks!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace, could you...
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Look here, Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman. If we do an Ambush Round, it'll be easier for each of us to select our targets. Certainly you'd want to face their leader, don't you?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
That is indeed true. Very well, we shall carry out this plan to surprise the opposition where I may challenge their leader as it rightly should be!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Uh... that's not what I had in mind!
***
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
With the initiative provided by the Ambush Round, I shall charge the leader of the opposition...
... Pardon me, Little Common Bee, but who might your leader be?
Little Common Bee
We don't have a leader.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Then how does your party decide on the course to follow?
Little Common Bee
We just do whatever we feel like doing.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
Without a definite leader on the opposing side, my purpose in this battle does seem to be unclear.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Just attack someone on their side!
***
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
In the absence of an opposing leader, I shall attack the strongest combatant of my opponents!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
No, don't do that!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I attack Slightly Tough Bee! With a slash of my Big-Ass Sword against a superior opponent, I have gained enough Experience Points to raise my Level by four!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Don't forget to replenish your Hit Points to its new limit!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I shall now cast Heal on myself!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
No, don't do that! Use Healing Potions!
Slightly Tough Bee
I counterattack with a Power Attack!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
I curse my misfortune, for my Hit Points have been exhausted by a single attack before I completed my Heal Spell!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Heal Spells take a little time to cast! You should have used a Healing Potion, which would immediately have an effect!
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Taciturn Female Healer, tank for me while I cast Spells, Level and Heal myself!
Taciturn Female Healer
Okay!
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
A few of them are circling around us! Who's tanking the rear!? We're short one tank!
***
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Explain to me something.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
If I may.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
We're the ones who initiated the Ambush Round, right?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That is correct.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Why then are we the ones surrounded?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
... I supposed that when everything goes awry, we unconsciously fall back to the tactic we are most familiar with. And we do get surrounded quite often.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
That's good to know. By the way, there's still nobody tanking the rear!
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
You know, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace, you could tank the rear.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Me?
Typical Bespectacled Mage
They're only two of them attacking from that direction and your Level is much greater than theirs.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Hey, you're right! I was just hit and didn't lose many Hit Points! This is going to be fun!
Indignant Common Bee
You could at least pretend to be injured by my attack, you know.
***
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That was an easy enough Quest. I gained thirteen Levels.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Our spikey-haired idiot got himself pwned by a puny enemy! I easily defeated Slightly Tough Bee!
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It shames me to admit that your statements are indeed true.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
In our leader's defense, what was puny for you, Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace, was over 30 Levels above him.
Gorgeous Lady Archer of Epic Grace
Do we have enough gold to pay for his Resurrect?
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
It shall not be necessary to finance my Resurrect. I shall use the week of my Out status to engage in some time away from adventuring.
Typical Bespectacled Mage
That's not like you to avoid adventuring.
Cliched Spikey-Haired Swordsman
My Out status is my responsibility, for I had failed to heed the advice of Typical Bespectacled Mage! As I repent my failure, I shall bear its consequences!
Typical Bespectacled Mage
Okay, nobly bearing the consequences is more like you. Listening to me, that's new.
***
Part 2: The Impending Trouble
Part 4: The Quiet Quest
Adventures of Heroes Who Talk Too Much
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