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The Results are In!

Oberon: 42% (39 + 3) Takasugi Shinsaku: 30 (25 + 5) The Count of Monte Cristo: 40 (36 + 4)

Pretender is victorious!

Gunner takes his 2nd wound due to coming in last! One more, and he'll be defeated!

Pretender takes a -4% demerit due to Gunner's skill!

Avenger takes a -2% demerit due to coming in 2nd!

Oberon reaches all the requirements needed! A new ability has been unlocked…!

Round 7, Day 2 - Pretender versus Gunner versus Avenger

A lone figure walked through the forest, idly looking around before his eyes fell on a figure-- the de-facto ruler of this part of the map. The Gunner smirked, hand resting on a hidden pocket, ready to draw weapons.

"And there he is, the Servant of the hour. How about we put on a show? You seem like the type that'll like that."

"Maybe-- but we're not alone."

A moment passed, as the Pretender jumped out of the way, narrowly dodging a flaming sword that ripped through one of the trees.

"Wow. would you look at that? Avenger finally shuffled out of his dusty little hole. Did you finally remember there was a Grail War going on?"

"Joke all you like, you cannot stall me. Now, behold the all-consuming flames of an Avenger!"

The Avenger swung his dark blade, black flames striking at the dense woods around them. Of course, when flame hits kindling, the sparks quickly lead to calamity. The quiet forest erupted into flames, the sparks backlighting the ghastly grin of the Avenger, and the amused smirk of the Gunner.

The Pretender frowned.

"Oho? Am I seeing a spark in your eyes, Pretender? We haven't spoken much, but you seemed rather unflappable before. And you, Gunner... let this serve as my formal introduction! Hahahaha!"

"Look at that! Ladies and gentlemen, keep your eyes peeled! It seems like this fight is going to be pretty interesting!"

"...Yeah, alright. Let's rumble!"

Pretender has 1 wound! 2 more and he'll be defeated!

Gunner has 1 wound! 2 more and he'll be defeated!

Due to Avenger's Defensive Play choices, Avenger gains a +1% bonus to Free-for-All's!

Due to the boost from Avenger's Defensive Play bonus, Gunner's 'Unconventional Child Prodigy' skill activates!

The boosts for this round are...

Oberon: +3%

Takasugi Shinsaku: +5%

The Count of Monte Cristo: +4%

Servant Skills:

Oberon (Pretender)

Evening Shroud (EX Rank) - In the cover of night, even the most unconfident warriors can at least feign greatness. When engaged in a Free-for-All, gain a +3% boost.

Morning Lark (EX Rank) - As morning comes, as does a boost in morale. Demerits against Oberon are reduced in effectiveness by 3%, and he gains a +3% boost in one-on-one battles.

A Midsummer Night's Dream (EX Rank): Rather than just reducing the effectiveness of Servant-imposed demerits, he is immune to them entirely.

PRETENDER-CLASS Servants possess an inherent trickster nature. If they fall in last place during a Free-for-All, if there is a gap of 3% within their final score and that of the Servant in 2nd place, they can evade taking a wound. Additionally, if they're victorious against other Servants, other teams cannot attempt to study the Pretender in order to gain a percentage bonus against them.

Takasugi Shinsaku (Gunner)

Unconventional Child Prodigy (A Rank): When fighting someone with a higher boost than Gunner, gain +2%.

Innovate - Armaments Reformation (B Rank): Defeating a Servant once will net special 'components' from them. When at least 4 of those 'components' are gathered, a secondary Noble Phantasm will be unlocked. If 6 are gathered, then the utility and power of 'Kiheitai' will be upgraded.

Current Components: N/A

(Winning first place in a Free-for-All will count for gathering 2 components- one for each Servant beneath you).

Retaining the Japanese Spirit (A Rank): When Gunner is about to take a fatal blow and the difference between scores is less than 5%, survive with one 'health' remaining. If this is triggered, gain a persistent +2% bonus that cannot be reduced or removed.

GUNNER-Class Servants are quick to action and yet methodical with their attacks. When engaged in combat, gain a +3% boost. Additionally, if in last place during a Free-for-All, inflict a -4% demerit on the 1st place Servant.

The Count of Monte Cristo (Avenger)

Determination of Steel (EX Rank): If Avenger is about to take a fatal wound, if there's at least a 3% difference in their score and the victor above him, he may avoid damage. When facing a single-target (1-on-1), he will gain a +3% boost.

Monte Cristo Mythologie: The King of the Cavern (C Rank): When battling enemies, his flames are like a poison. He reduces demerits against him by 3%, and when he is victorious against another, he inflicts a -2% demerit for their next round. This demerit increases by 2% by every 10% difference in scores.

Wisdom of Predicament (A Rank): When engaged in a Free-for-All, gain a +3% boost. Additionally, if Avenger earns last place, both the victor and the 2nd place Servant gain a -2% demerit, rather than simply the 2nd place Servant.

AVENGER-CLASS Servants are vengeful by nature. The first time they are defeated by a Servant, they gain an automatic +2% bonus against that specific Servant, without needing to study them (but can in order to increase the bonus). They gain a permanent +3% bonus per wound they attain that will remain if the wound remains, but will disappear if the wound is healed.

#combat results

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Round 7, Day 3 - Team Avenger

"How was that, Masters? The Count of Monte Cristo reveals himself in grand fashion. Truly, neither Pretender nor Gunner will forget my face. And that is good, for the more I am within their minds, the more they will grow to fear me."

"Behold, Masters. This is what happens when the Avenger-class goes to war!"

Avenger will take a -2% demerit next round due to coming in 2nd!

Servant Skills:

Determination of Steel (EX Rank): If Avenger is about to take a fatal wound, if there's at least a 3% difference in their score and the victor above him, he may avoid damage. When facing a single-target (1-on-1), he will gain a +3% boost.

Monte Cristo Mythologie: The King of the Cavern (C Rank): When battling enemies, his flames are like a poison. He reduces demerits against him by 3%, and when he is victorious against another, he inflicts a -2% demerit for their next round. This demerit increases by 2% by every 10% difference in scores.

Wisdom of Predicament (A Rank): When engaged in a Free-for-All, gain a +3% boost. Additionally, if Avenger earns last place, both the victor and the 2nd place Servant gain a -2% demerit, rather than simply the 2nd place Servant.

NOBLE PHANTASM: Enfer Château d'If (A Rank)

A high-speed Noble Phantasm that inflicts 2 ‘wounds’ rather than 1. If this Noble Phantasm is triggered during a one-on-one battle, then he gains a +20% boost. If it is triggered in a Free-for-All, the boost increases to +30%. Demerits lose any and all effectiveness against him for the duration of the round.

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Class-Traits:

AVENGER-CLASS Servants are vengeful by nature. The first time they are defeated by a Servant, they gain an automatic +2% bonus against that specific Servant, without needing to study them (but can in order to increase the bonus). They gain a permanent +3% bonus per wound they attain that will remain if the wound remains, but will disappear if the wound is healed.

#team avenger #preparation phase poll

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Round 7, Day 3 - Team Gunner

"Ah, so that was Avenger and Pretender… they were pretty tough. We'll have to be carefu… khh--!"

Abruptly, he coughed violently into his hand. He wiped his mouth, blood smearing on his cheek.

"…Shit. You're not supposed to see me like this. Don't worry. It's just some extra frailty that carried over from life, and the fight didn't help… but hey, we haven't lost. In fact, I don't think we're anywhere close to losing. Trust me, that's a promise."

Gunner has 2 wounds! 1 more and he'll be defeated!

SERVANT SKILLS:

Unconventional Child Prodigy (A Rank): When fighting someone with a higher boost than Gunner, gain +2%.

Innovate - Armaments Reformation (B Rank): Defeating a Servant once will net special 'components' from them. When at least 4 of those 'components' are gathered, a secondary Noble Phantasm will be unlocked. If 6 are gathered, then the utility and power of 'Kiheitai' will be upgraded.

Current Components: N/A

(Winning first place in a Free-for-All will count for gathering 2 components- one for each Servant beneath you).

Retaining the Japanese Spirit (A Rank): When Gunner is about to take a fatal blow and the difference between scores is less than 5%, survive with one 'health' remaining. If this is triggered, gain a persistent +2% bonus that cannot be reduced or removed.

NOBLE PHANTASM: Super Restoration - Kiheitai (B+ Rank)

A powerful, yet difficult-to-use Noble Phantasm that either bolsters Takasugi's battle capabilities or summons a near-invincible army at the cost of his Saint Graph stability.

If used with 2 Command Spells, Gunner gains a +20% boost during his next round and will inflict 1 wound on his enemy. If he's researched the enemy that's the target of this attack, increase the effectiveness by 5% per researched enemy present.

If used with 3 Command Spells, Gunner gains a flat +45% boost during his next round, and will inflict 2 wounds on his enemies. However, he will immediately take enough damage to put himself at 'one health'.

Class-Trait:

GUNNER-Class Servants are quick to action and yet methodical with their attacks. When engaged in combat, gain a +3% boost. Additionally, if in last place during a Free-for-All, inflict a -4% demerit on the 1st place Servant.

#team gunner #preparation phase poll

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Round 7, Day 3 - Team Pretender

The flames continued to smolder.

The Pretender was quiet for a long moment. An endless silence, filled with unspoken words and countless thoughts that would never reach the light of day. Before finally, he spoke.

"...My goodness! Look at me, moping. It's not like Oberon to be so down in the dumps. We won! Let's go find a way to celebrate!"

Oberon has 1 wound! Two more and he'll be defeated!

Team Pretender has 2 Command Spells remaining!

The Pretender skill, True Name Dissolution, has been unlocked!

True Name Dissolution will change Oberon's gameplay style, personality, skills, and perhaps even the current state of the Grail War. You may unlock it whenever you wish, so choose your timing wisely!

Servant Skills:

Evening Shroud (EX Rank) - In the cover of night, even the most unconfident warriors can at least feign greatness. When engaged in a Free-for-All, gain a +3% boost.

Morning Lark (EX Rank) - As morning comes, as does a boost in morale. Demerits against Oberon are reduced in effectiveness by 3%, and he gains a +3% boost in one-on-one battles.

A Midsummer Night's Dream (EX Rank): Rather than just reducing the effectiveness of Servant-imposed demerits, he is immune to them entirely. Additionally, the conditions for his secret skill are revealed as such:

Survive for 3 rounds. (Achieved)

Take 1 wound. (Achieved)

Win against a Servant in combat. (Achieved)

True Name Dissolution - All conditions met. When triggered during the Preparation Phase, Oberon will undergo a massive shift for the following rounds.

NOBLE PHANTASM: Lai Rhyme Goodfellow (E Rank)

A strange Noble Phantasm. Enemies caught in it suffer from a -20% demerit during that round. However, if Oberon is victorious then in the next round they are unable to act, trapped in a dream- they are also rendered invincible, unable to be targeted or harmed.

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Class-Trait:

PRETENDER-CLASS Servants possess an inherent trickster nature. If they fall in last place during a Free-for-All, if there is a gap of 3% within their final score and that of the Servant in 2nd place, they can evade taking a wound. Additionally, if they're victorious against other Servants, other teams cannot attempt to study the Pretender in order to gain a percentage bonus against them.

#team pretender #preparation phase poll

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Round 7, Day 3 - Team Alter-Ego

The boardwalk games were definitely rigged, since after even a ton of tries, you didn't seem to win anything noteworthy for her. Strangely enough, it didn't seem like the Alter-Ego was very bothered or upset. Maybe... you could assume that she might have enjoyed herself, even. Back on the beach, she stopped for a moment.

"Here. Take it, but don't make a huge deal out of it."

Meltryllis reached into her parka, handing over a stuffed penguin Leviathan.

"I took it. If they're going to cheat, then why should we play by their rules? Still... I don't have any use for it. So it's yours."

Based on your Defensive Play choices, you'll gain a +1% to Free-for-All's next round!

Servant Skills:

Melt Virus (EX Rank) - When engaged in a Free-for-All, inflict all foes with a -3% demerit. If Meltryllis gains 1st place in the Free-for-All by a margin of 10% or more, inflict a -3% demerit to your foes for their next round and gain a +3% boost for your next combat round.

Crime Ballet (A Rank) - When engaged in a one-on-one, increase the Alter-Ego Class Trait one-on-one boost to +5% rather than +3% (+6% if targeting a Servant that's Playing Defensively).

Saint Graph Expansion (B Rank): When engaged in a Free-for-All, gain a +2% boost. Additionally, if Alter-Ego finds herself in a tie against an opponent in a one-on-one (according to the final results, including boosts), her opponent takes a wound and a -2% demerit while she fully escapes damage and gains a +2% bonus for the next round.

NOBLE PHANTASM: Saraswati Meltout (EX Rank)

A powerful, debilitating Noble Phantasm that inflicts 2 ‘wounds’ instead of one. Meltryllis gains a +30% boost in her combat poll scores for the round, and if her target survives, they’re struck with a -10% demerit for the immediate next round as Meltryllis holds onto a +10% boost.

If the Noble Phantasm successfully kills, Meltryllis successfully absorbs the ‘Class Traits’ of the destroyed enemies.

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Class-Trait:

ALTEREGO-CLASS Servants fight at their best when given a specific target. When engaged in a standard one-on-one confrontation, they gain a +3% boost. If attacking a Servant 'Playing Defensively', they gain a +4% boost instead.

#team alter ego #preparation phase poll

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Round 7, Day 3 - Team Foreigner

"I think... that was everything... good job, Masters... mission... complete..."

He yawned.

After you had been asked to handle the weak monsters roaming the park, you and Foreigner had been asked to do more... and more... and more... until the entire day was just spent helping people. Which wasn't a bad thing, but even Voyager was seemed exhausted.

Still, he seemed proud of himself-- and grateful that you were there to help him out.

Based on your Defensive Play options, you gain a +1% to One-on-One's!

Servant Skills:

Swing-By (A Rank): A momentum-based skill that assigns a boost to Voyager. This value starts at 1%, and increases by 1% per each victory, and .5% per loss. It remains unchanged if the Masters choose to 'Play Defensively'. This buff is applied whether Voyager is caught off guard or not. (Current value: +4%)

Contact with Civilization (D Rank): When fighting in a Free-for-All, he gains a +2% boost. No matter the battle type, if he's encountering a Servant that he hasn't met before, he gains a +2% bonus to his poll results.

Voyager of the Stars (A Rank): When fighting against a Servant with a higher boost than him, gain an additional +2%. Voyager's 'Swing-By' skill is also upgraded, adding an additional .5% bonus to his Swing-By victory boost if he wins in a Free-for-All.

Due to observing Alter-Ego's technique, he gains a +2% bonus against her!

NOBLE PHANTASM: Pale Blue Dot (B+ Rank)

A hopeful Noble Phantasm that boosts allies and demoralizes enemies. Voyager gains a +20% boost, and his enemies take a -10% demerit, and he deals 2 ‘wounds’ instead of one. The next round, Voyager has a +10% boost, and his enemies take a -5% demerit, but only inflicts 1 wound upon victory.

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Class-Trait:

FOREIGNER-CLASS Servants take advantage of the chaos around them. When engaged in a Free-for-All (while not Playing Defensively), all other participants are given a -3% demerit. If attacked while 'Playing Defensively'', their attacker takes a -2% penalty.

#team foreigner #preparation phase poll

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Round 7, Day 3 - Team Ruler

There wasn't much question as to whether a Servant could beat a shark. The 'after' was the stranger part.

Since now there was just… a shark. Trailing her in the water.

A tamed shark.

"See? Like Saint Martha and the Tarasque… sort of. I wonder what we should name our new friend."

Team Ruler has no Command Spells remaining!

Due to your Defensive Play choices, you gain a +1% to One-on-One's (not triggered by Playing Defensively) next round!

Servant Skills:

Magic Resistance (EX Rank): Jeanne cannot be affected by demerits, no matter how severe. 

Revelation (A Rank): If she is attacked while ‘Playing Defensively’ she gains a +2% boost. When engaged in one-on-one battles, she gains +3%. When engaged in a Free-for-All, instead of the Ruler Class-trait of +3%, she gains +4% instead.

Reinstatement of the Radiant Holy Light (A Rank): If attacked while Playing Defensively, your foe takes a -2% demerit that bypasses resistances, increased to -3% to each each enemy if a Free-for-All is triggered.

NOBLE PHANTASM: Luminosité Eternelle (A Rank)

A powerful defensive Noble Phantasm. When used, Jeanne gains a +20% boost to her final score results for one round, and cannot sustain any wounds for that round or the immediate round afterwards. When used against a Servant using a Noble Phantasm, it ‘reflects’ the boost of the other Servant, canceling their bonus out and supplying Jeanne with half of it.

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Class Trait:

RULER-CLASS Servants are keen-minded and level-headed. When they engage in a 'Free-for-All' battle, they gain a consistent +3% boost, that cannot be taken away by other skills or Noble Phantasms. If engaged while 'Playing Defensively', they are not caught off guard and can battle normally.

#team ruler #preparation phase poll

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Round 7, Day 3 - Team MoonCancer

You sit back and spend the night playing games with MoonCancer. At first she seems a bit hesitant regarding playing with… but, eventually, she gets used to playing games as a group. This seemed to be her element, as she spent a ton of time talking about game exploits and tournaments that she went to.

"Hey… that was actually pretty fun, wasn't it? If you guys don't mind… we could do it again, sometime? Maybe? I dunno."

Due to your Defensive Play choices, you'll gain +1% to Playing Defensively!

Ganesha has 1 wound! Two more and she'll be defeated!

Team MoonCancer has 2 Command Spells remaining!

Ganesha's Vinayaka skill has increased by +1%!

Ganesha's 'Broken Tusk' counter will increase by 1!

Servant Skills:

Vinayaka (EX Rank): When 'Playing Defensively' gain a +5% bonus to scores, and you cannot be caught off guard. If you are unbothered, then this increases by 1% each time you are not attacked, resetting back to 5% once you're engaged in combat. However, this negates the inherent MoonCancer trait of ‘being unable to be targeted while Playing Defensively’. (Current boost: +6%)

Broken Tusk (B Rank): When engaged in a 1-on-1 confrontation (while not Playing Defensively), gain a +3% boost. Additionally, apply the MoonCancer Class Trait of 'not taking damage if there's a 3% difference in scores' to 1-on-1 battles as well. If Ganesha has been ‘Playing Defensively’ uninterrupted for 3 or more turns (in a row), when she goes on the offense, her attack bonus increases from 3% to 6% for that specific round. (Current defensive turn count: 1)

Prosperous Business (A Rank): If you're trying to build up your skills Playing Defensively and end up attacked, earn 'Prosperity'. Baseline +1 Prosperity, and an additional +1 per 5% you're victorious over your enemy. Earned 'Prosperity' can be spent during your preparation phase for rewards, or saved for more potent rewards later.

Currently your options are:

Gain +X% boost to Vinayaka (X Prosperity)

Automatically trigger the boost from 'Broken Tusk' (3 Prosperity)

Immune to targeting for one round. (3 Prosperity)

(Note: Being attacked while 'Playing Defensively' still resets Ganesha's skills)

You currently have [2] Prosperity.

Due to studying Avenger's technique, you have a permanent +2% bonus against him!

NOBLE PHANTASM: Ganesha Impact (C Rank)

A simple, yet effective offensive Noble Phantasm that deals 2 ‘wounds’ instead of one. Ganesha gains a +30% boost to her poll results, and cannot sustain any wounds in the next immediate combat round.

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Class Trait:

MOONCANCER-CLASS Servants are experts in manipulating the world and environment to take advantage. They cannot be targeted while 'Playing Defensively'. Additionally, when engaged in a Free-for-All, they gain a +3% boost, and if they score 2nd place and there's at least a 3% difference in their score and 1st place, they may avoid damage.

#team mooncancer #preparation phase poll

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Round 7, Day 3 - Team MoonCancer [Prosperous Business]

Prosperous Business (A Rank): If you're trying to build up your skills Playing Defensively and end up attacked, earn 'Prosperity'. Baseline +1 Prosperity, and an additional +1 per 5% you're victorious over your enemy. Earned 'Prosperity' can be spent during your preparation phase for rewards, or saved for more potent rewards later.

Currently your options are:

Gain +X% boost to Vinayaka (X Prosperity)

Automatically trigger the boost from 'Broken Tusk' (3 Prosperity)

Immune to targeting for one round. (3 Prosperity)

(Note: Being attacked while 'Playing Defensively' still resets Ganesha's skills)

#team mooncancer #preparation phase poll

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The seventh round bursts into flames!

PRETENDER vs. AVENGER vs. GUNNER

RULER

ALTER-EGO

MOONCANCER

FOREIGNER

#overseer post

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Um, haha, sorry about the forest I guess? Man, Team Avenger’s really doing a lot of environmental destruction lately… I mean last time was sort of mostly my fault but like, I couldn’t help it that time, kinda. So, uh, sorry? I guess?

Anyways! *spawns pompoms out of nowhere* Go Avenger go! You got this! Devious plan is totally not a thing! Teehee! ☆

"So be it! Everything will burn in the presence of the Avenger! Gunner, Pretender... you will serve as decent footnotes, at the very least!"

"My god, that's Avenger? He's intense in every sense of the word... to think there are Heroic Spirits like that... hah! I'm actually having a little bit of fun here!"

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Vote to see who wins the Free-for-All HERE!

#team avenger #team gunner

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Alright, be careful out there Foreigner! These trash mobs are free EXP but we don't wanna get too overzealous. Huh. I feel like I just said something that suits some other servant? Odd.

"But that guy said we have to take care of all of them... and then there's a bunch of other stuff to do after that..."

"But what is... 'EXP'...?"

#team foreigner

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Pretender Squad, are we REALLY going to agree to work with this vampire wanna be? He just burned down our forest. Toxic flames. Nothing's going to be able to grow here ever again. What if Blanca got hurt?!

"Who said anything about working with him?"

"Let's see… I spy with my little fairy eyes… the type of person who only cares about himself, no matter how much he tries to pretend otherwise. Even for those he does have an ounce of respect for, if they don't squeeze themselves into his narrow worldview, they're basically trash. All he knows his fire and hatred, the worst type of garbage shat out by the Human Order, yet convinces himself he exists for some imaginary 'greater good'. Deluded in every sense of the word."

"In other words, you sicken me."

"...So declares the fairy? Are you attempting to rattle my resolve, or are you speaking the truth? Because if it's the former, it won't work."

"Oh, trust me. That's the truest thing I've said so far."

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Vote to see who wins the Free-for-All HERE!

#team avenger #team pretender

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(Moon Cancer) So does this place have internet or something? There's a ton of new games that got released on an sale over St*am and I'd love to see if we could snag em'.

"There should be a pretty standard internet connection. I'm hooked up to something... haven't had much of a chance to delve into the system itself. Anyways, if we're just doing casual non-hacker stuff, then we're good."

#team mooncancer

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(re: previous firefighter drones thing. following is a retry of the same concept, please use this instead of the other one? I think I like it better? Maybe?)

[Gunner Squad message to Pretender Squad] This guy shows up, ruins our battle, and then has the gall to set your forest on fire?! What the --

We've also heard rumors there's somebody you want to see, what if they are hurt?

Let's beat this guy instead of each other! We'll give you firefighting drones to help save your forest and rescue your friend!

(ooc - Pretender people, please help us get 2nd? Is this allowed? I hope its within the realm of acceptable to ask for other team help if it's one from the same voting block?)

"They have a point, Pretender. What to do you think? I feel like we could be real good friends, you know? You seem like a pretty interesting guy. And while I am more 'revolution' than 'restoration'... well, we could work out a deal for your home."

"...Who's to say? Let's just see what happens."

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Vote to see who wins the Free-for-All HERE!

#team pretender #team gunner

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Round 7, Day 2 - Pretender versus Gunner versus Avenger

A lone figure walked through the forest, idly looking around before his eyes fell on a figure-- the de-facto ruler of this part of the map. The Gunner smirked, hand resting on a hidden pocket, ready to draw weapons.

"And there he is, the Servant of the hour. How about we put on a show? You seem like the type that'll like that."

"Maybe-- but we're not alone."

A moment passed, as the Pretender jumped out of the way, narrowly dodging a flaming sword that ripped through one of the trees.

"Wow. would you look at that? Avenger finally shuffled out of his dusty little hole. Did you finally remember there was a Grail War going on?"

"Joke all you like, you cannot stall me. Now, behold the all-consuming flames of an Avenger!"

The Avenger swung his dark blade, black flames striking at the dense woods around them. Of course, when flame hits kindling, the sparks quickly lead to calamity. The quiet forest erupted into flames, the sparks backlighting the ghastly grin of the Avenger, and the amused smirk of the Gunner.

The Pretender frowned.

"Oho? Am I seeing a spark in your eyes, Pretender? We haven't spoken much, but you seemed rather unflappable before. And you, Gunner... let this serve as my formal introduction! Hahahaha!"

"Look at that! Ladies and gentlemen, keep your eyes peeled! It seems like this fight is going to be pretty interesting!"

"...Yeah, alright. Let's rumble!"

Pretender has 1 wound! 2 more and he'll be defeated!

Gunner has 1 wound! 2 more and he'll be defeated!

Due to Avenger's Defensive Play choices, Avenger gains a +1% bonus to Free-for-All's!

Due to the boost from Avenger's Defensive Play bonus, Gunner's 'Unconventional Child Prodigy' skill activates!

The boosts for this round are...

Oberon: +3%

Takasugi Shinsaku: +5%

The Count of Monte Cristo: +4%

Servant Skills:

Oberon (Pretender)

Evening Shroud (EX Rank) - In the cover of night, even the most unconfident warriors can at least feign greatness. When engaged in a Free-for-All, gain a +3% boost.

Morning Lark (EX Rank) - As morning comes, as does a boost in morale. Demerits against Oberon are reduced in effectiveness by 3%, and he gains a +3% boost in one-on-one battles.

A Midsummer Night's Dream (EX Rank): Rather than just reducing the effectiveness of Servant-imposed demerits, he is immune to them entirely.

PRETENDER-CLASS Servants possess an inherent trickster nature. If they fall in last place during a Free-for-All, if there is a gap of 3% within their final score and that of the Servant in 2nd place, they can evade taking a wound. Additionally, if they're victorious against other Servants, other teams cannot attempt to study the Pretender in order to gain a percentage bonus against them.

Takasugi Shinsaku (Gunner)

Unconventional Child Prodigy (A Rank): When fighting someone with a higher boost than Gunner, gain +2%.

Innovate - Armaments Reformation (B Rank): Defeating a Servant once will net special 'components' from them. When at least 4 of those 'components' are gathered, a secondary Noble Phantasm will be unlocked. If 6 are gathered, then the utility and power of 'Kiheitai' will be upgraded.

Current Components: N/A

(Winning first place in a Free-for-All will count for gathering 2 components- one for each Servant beneath you).

Retaining the Japanese Spirit (A Rank): When Gunner is about to take a fatal blow and the difference between scores is less than 5%, survive with one 'health' remaining. If this is triggered, gain a persistent +2% bonus that cannot be reduced or removed.

GUNNER-Class Servants are quick to action and yet methodical with their attacks. When engaged in combat, gain a +3% boost. Additionally, if in last place during a Free-for-All, inflict a -4% demerit on the 1st place Servant.

The Count of Monte Cristo (Avenger)

Determination of Steel (EX Rank): If Avenger is about to take a fatal wound, if there's at least a 3% difference in their score and the victor above him, he may avoid damage. When facing a single-target (1-on-1), he will gain a +3% boost.

Monte Cristo Mythologie: The King of the Cavern (C Rank): When battling enemies, his flames are like a poison. He reduces demerits against him by 3%, and when he is victorious against another, he inflicts a -2% demerit for their next round. This demerit increases by 2% by every 10% difference in scores.

Wisdom of Predicament (A Rank): When engaged in a Free-for-All, gain a +3% boost. Additionally, if Avenger earns last place, both the victor and the 2nd place Servant gain a -2% demerit, rather than simply the 2nd place Servant.

AVENGER-CLASS Servants are vengeful by nature. The first time they are defeated by a Servant, they gain an automatic +2% bonus against that specific Servant, without needing to study them (but can in order to increase the bonus). They gain a permanent +3% bonus per wound they attain that will remain if the wound remains, but will disappear if the wound is healed.

[dgrailwar]

Round 7, Day 2 - Pretender versus Gunner versus Avenger

A lone figure walked through the forest, idly looking around before his eyes fell on a figure-- the de-facto ruler of this part of the map. The Gunner smirked, hand resting on a hidden pocket, ready to draw weapons.

"And there he is, the Servant of the hour. How about we put on a show? You seem like the type that'll like that."

"Maybe-- but we're not alone."

A moment passed, as the Pretender jumped out of the way, narrowly dodging a flaming sword that ripped through one of the trees.

"Wow. would you look at that? Avenger finally shuffled out of his dusty little hole. Did you finally remember there was a Grail War going on?"

"Joke all you like, you cannot stall me. Now, behold the all-consuming flames of an Avenger!"

The Avenger swung his dark blade, black flames striking at the dense woods around them. Of course, when flame hits kindling, the sparks quickly lead to calamity. The quiet forest erupted into flames, the sparks backlighting the ghastly grin of the Avenger, and the amused smirk of the Gunner.

The Pretender frowned.

"Oho? Am I seeing a spark in your eyes, Pretender? We haven't spoken much, but you seemed rather unflappable before. And you, Gunner... let this serve as my formal introduction! Hahahaha!"

"Look at that! Ladies and gentlemen, keep your eyes peeled! It seems like this fight is going to be pretty interesting!"

"...Yeah, alright. Let's rumble!"

Pretender has 1 wound! 2 more and he'll be defeated!

Gunner has 1 wound! 2 more and he'll be defeated!

Due to Avenger's Defensive Play choices, Avenger gains a +1% bonus to Free-for-All's!

Due to the boost from Avenger's Defensive Play bonus, Gunner's 'Unconventional Child Prodigy' skill activates!

The boosts for this round are...

Oberon: +3%

Takasugi Shinsaku: +5%

The Count of Monte Cristo: +4%

Servant Skills:

Oberon (Pretender)

Evening Shroud (EX Rank) - In the cover of night, even the most unconfident warriors can at least feign greatness. When engaged in a Free-for-All, gain a +3% boost.

Morning Lark (EX Rank) - As morning comes, as does a boost in morale. Demerits against Oberon are reduced in effectiveness by 3%, and he gains a +3% boost in one-on-one battles.

A Midsummer Night's Dream (EX Rank): Rather than just reducing the effectiveness of Servant-imposed demerits, he is immune to them entirely.

PRETENDER-CLASS Servants possess an inherent trickster nature. If they fall in last place during a Free-for-All, if there is a gap of 3% within their final score and that of the Servant in 2nd place, they can evade taking a wound. Additionally, if they're victorious against other Servants, other teams cannot attempt to study the Pretender in order to gain a percentage bonus against them.

Takasugi Shinsaku (Gunner)

Unconventional Child Prodigy (A Rank): When fighting someone with a higher boost than Gunner, gain +2%.

Innovate - Armaments Reformation (B Rank): Defeating a Servant once will net special 'components' from them. When at least 4 of those 'components' are gathered, a secondary Noble Phantasm will be unlocked. If 6 are gathered, then the utility and power of 'Kiheitai' will be upgraded.

Current Components: N/A

(Winning first place in a Free-for-All will count for gathering 2 components- one for each Servant beneath you).

Retaining the Japanese Spirit (A Rank): When Gunner is about to take a fatal blow and the difference between scores is less than 5%, survive with one 'health' remaining. If this is triggered, gain a persistent +2% bonus that cannot be reduced or removed.

GUNNER-Class Servants are quick to action and yet methodical with their attacks. When engaged in combat, gain a +3% boost. Additionally, if in last place during a Free-for-All, inflict a -4% demerit on the 1st place Servant.

The Count of Monte Cristo (Avenger)

Determination of Steel (EX Rank): If Avenger is about to take a fatal wound, if there's at least a 3% difference in their score and the victor above him, he may avoid damage. When facing a single-target (1-on-1), he will gain a +3% boost.

Monte Cristo Mythologie: The King of the Cavern (C Rank): When battling enemies, his flames are like a poison. He reduces demerits against him by 3%, and when he is victorious against another, he inflicts a -2% demerit for their next round. This demerit increases by 2% by every 10% difference in scores.

Wisdom of Predicament (A Rank): When engaged in a Free-for-All, gain a +3% boost. Additionally, if Avenger earns last place, both the victor and the 2nd place Servant gain a -2% demerit, rather than simply the 2nd place Servant.

AVENGER-CLASS Servants are vengeful by nature. The first time they are defeated by a Servant, they gain an automatic +2% bonus against that specific Servant, without needing to study them (but can in order to increase the bonus). They gain a permanent +3% bonus per wound they attain that will remain if the wound remains, but will disappear if the wound is healed.

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