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The War of the Three: Exodus

Observing Xirphi in all her ignorance, Lucille could see now why Rufis had selected her out of Team RILD to deal with this issue. As the lizard demon continued to talk, speaking about her satisfaction of being full, Lucille merely walked forward. Silent in her approach, letting Xirphi carry on with her words, until her hand snatched the demon’s tail in a death grip. Too quick for Xirphi to react, she slammed the end of her parasol directly into its width.

A loud clang echoed around the area, Lucille’s parasol lodged deep into the ground with Xirphi’s tail having been run right through. Ignoring whatever pain or anger came from her quarry, the Black Goat kicked Xirphi down with a boot to her gut. Yes, it was all becoming clear to her why she had been summoned to handle this pest, eyeing the Xirphi with that same expression of a wordless smile.

“It says something when our great and bountiful king has to call me in. It’s almost like he thinks I’ll enjoy doing this,” Lucille remarked, slamming her boot into Xirphi’s stomach. “But that’s neither here nor there. As if that idiot knows what I want.” Another slam to Xirphi’s gut was given, followed by another, and another. At this point, Lucille was putting enough force to crack the ground beneath Xirphi.

And just to ensure she wouldn’t be escaping, Lucille lodged her other boot onto the lizard’s throat and pinning her down with nowhere to go. It was perhaps counterproductive to what she was trying to accomplish but that was fine. The Black Goat enjoyed things the long way around. “We’re going to handle this problem one soul at a soul. You’re going to vomit out as many demons as you ate….and I’m going to help you.”

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@EchoicChamber

I see. In that case, I've added a second Secondary.

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@EchoicChamber

She doesn't know Shadow Step; it's just there to follow the CS Skeleton.

Does she need a second Secondary? I thought that was optional.

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Jackie Ripren

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• Name: Jackie Ripren
• Age: 17
• Alias: Bumblebee
• Gender: Female
• Primary Magic Trickery
• Secondary Magic: Shadow Step and Healing
• Crush: None

• Appearance: It’s not very difficult to trace the origins of Jackie’s nickname. Her usual attire is more than enough to invoke the imagery without words spoken, consisting of a black school uniform. Adorning her clothes is a bow matching the shade of her hair and eyes. Though her eyes seem peculiar for her-probably some after effect from possessing magic she’s not aware of-what tends to draw people’s attention the most is the clear elephant in the room.

Jackie Ripren wears her gasmask everywhere for a variety of reasons. Be it intimidation, for fashion, or just to freak everyone out whenever she walks into the room. Though, of course, it’s not like any of these theories could ever be confirmed. If nothing else, Jackie wears it purely because there’s no need for her mouth to be available anyway. Except of course, when there’s food around.

• Personality: It should be obvious that Jackie is a very quiet girl. In fact, if seeing the gas mask wasn’t a tell-tale sign, then learning of the girl’s muteness is usually good enough for most people. As such, Jackie is more prone to listening and following what others think as opposed to being forward herself. Rendered speechless leaves one to be extremely inquisitive and sensitive to others and more likely than not, Jackie is usually present just to support.

Despite what her interesting visage may imply, she’s not as threatening as some might think. Ignoring the ghastly mask, she’s very much kind when she’s needed to be. She’s not too bothered if others are nervous in approaching her; in fact, some might say she’s more emotionless because of such nature. Still, actions speak louder than words anyway and Jackie’s actions are usually small and gentle ones.

• History: The Ripren family has always been a clan of powerful illusionists. Because of this magic that deals beyond the edge of sight and sense, it is a rare occurrence for members to be born without speech. Believing firmly in the ideal that actions speak louder than words, the majority of Riprens treat these strange phenomenons as blessings among their family and signs that it will yield a powerful mage among them. Jackie was one such child born of muteness.

Born and raised in the heart of England, she is living embodiment of her family’s rigid ideology. Even so, some members of the clan view her muteness as a curse placed upon them. So when the push was called for enrollment to the Marchand School of Sorcery, some believed it was an ideal opportunity to dwell into other forms of magic. And perhaps even reverse this “curse” in their lineage. But does Jackie even want to be cured? No one ever bothered to ask the mute girl what she wanted….

• Skills: With magic comes the ability to wield it. Jackie knows she’s not at the level of her family and that’s why she does what she can with what she has.

— Invisibility: As her entire bloodline practices the art of trickery, Jackie can utilize the primary ability of invisibility. She can either make herself or others gone from sight. However, she can only maintain this magic on others for a total of ten seconds; she can perform such magic on herself indefinitely. Furthermore, she can only turn one object or individual invisible at a time.

— Projection: Jackie can project the image of herself onto other objects, thus giving off the illusion that there are two of her. Or rather, that she can be in two places at the same time. She can only perform this magic on either one object or individual at a time for roughly ten seconds.

— Attentive Listener: Being mute can be its own form of magic. The absence of her own words clouding outside opinion has allowed Jackie to become a very good listener. And with good listening skills comes much secret keeping as well. No one ever expects the mute to talk back, making Jackie the perfect person to confide to. And perhaps take a secret to the grave.

• Weaknesses: Even so, Jackie is still quite young, barely even an adult. As a result, she still has much to learn about both her own innate magic as well as the world surrounding her.

— Mutism: Being mute has its obvious downfalls. Communication among her peers and others in general is nonexistent for her without the need for extra assistance. Though it’s never proven to be a hindering problem for her before, being unable to communicate could be the difference between life and death.

— Non-Combatant: Having no combat experience whatsoever, Jackie is almost useless in combat situations. Given her innate magic, she’s more used to running and hiding when danger arises. As such, she’s had to rely on the strength of others when the need arises, her role locked into that of support.

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@EchoicChamber

Do our characters already know how to use their Secondary Magic. Or is this something they're going to learn?

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I've decided to create the resident Egdelord.

The Marchand School of Sorcery (REBOOT- In Need of Students!)

I'll keep an eye on this.

The War of the Three: Exodus

It was typical of Hell to have problems arise; problems caused not just by the eternal war above but through the usual happenings of daily life. By all means, the denizens of Hell were free to do as they please. In fact, King Rufus even encouraged the chaos that festered around his petty kingdom. But such a petty rule reflected in petty action and he always frowned on those he deemed to be, “trying too hard”.

The Crawling Chaos was rather blatant in his desires that no one cause a louder boom than him. So it was no real surprise when news of mass consumption had reached the Throne Room and its occupants’ ears. Nor was it a wonder for Rufus to kick out someone to deal with the uppity demon in his Hell. Still, it was fine. It was all fine, because Lucille of Team RILD was more than happy to endorse her share of bloodshed for the day.

Those who were smart knew to stay out of her way and those who weren’t were inclined to test the Black Goat’s patience in these matters. Down, down she descended, until the monstrous woman made her way to the scene of the crime. Demonic corpses dotted the area surrounding one of Hell’s local bars and she sighed at the pathetic sight. The rest of RILD was not going to hear the end of Rufus’ complaints and she intended to make the one responsible for her future ear aches suffer greatly.

It didn’t take her very long to find the culprit, the consumer being sloppy in her wake. A mere glance at this lizard thing confirmed it was a child in the presence of the Nexus. But even children needed to be punished and Lucille eyed the reckless demon with ever more annoyance. “If you really were that hungry, you should have come to the Throne Room. I’m sure there’s plenty of King Rufus for you to choke on,” she mused to Xirphi, twirling her parasol in one hand lazily.

“I don’t particularly care what excuse you give me, nor do I care to know your name. The fact of the matter is, I want something to bleed and you’ve just so happened to grate our little tyrant of a king.” The Black Goat eyed down the lizard-like demon, hardly moved by the rise in power each soul gave to her. That was because, for perhaps the first time in her life, Xirphi’s hunger was gone. Erased. Cut off. Whatever Xirphi would have liked, she no longer felt hunger and was, in basic comprehension, full. Such an unnatural phenomenon seemed to be oozing from Lucille’s presence…

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Bump.