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The Resistance: Big Lucy's Birthday Bash
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The Announcer
The Announcer

Jul-10-2016 17:33

One of the most prominent yet elusive people of Sleuthville, the legendary Big Lucy herself, is hitting a new milestone in life. While none are bold enough to inquire her age, rumors say this is a momentous occasion. The guest list is comprised of the most prominent and affluent people in Sleuthville and beyond.

However, some of Sleuthville's own working class have been invited-- not as guests, but as special operatives to patrol the event. They have been selected for their swiftness, skill, and intelligence. They will be entrusted with making sure that Big Lucy's Birthday Bash goes off without a hitch. But, as always, there are those who would rather see the event go down in flames.

A mere three minutes before the event is scheduled to start, the operatives are informed of an alarming development. There has been a breach within the ranks, and a number of spies have infiltrated the group! Having never seen each others' faces, there is no way to discern whose allegiance is true. The team has been compromised, but there is still a chance to save the evening.

The operatives' job this evening is to make sure Big Lucy's birthday celebration goes off without a hitch. If she is pleased at the end of the night, it is almost guaranteed that they will lead easy lives from thereon out. Whispers say Big Lucy may be more forgiving on her big day, but even she has her limits...

Will Big Lucy's birthday bash be a huge success, or will it succumb to the sabotage of the spies? Stay tuned to find out in this installment of The Resistance.

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The Announcer
The Announcer

Jul-29-2016 18:01

Mission 4: Dancefloor Disaster

After dinner, Big Lucy's guests were welcomed to the ballroom to partake in a dance. They trickled through the door into the ornate ballroom, decorated lavishly in deep purple and gold. The lights were dimmed.

Carmen's Habanera filled the room and couples took to the dance floor. Big Lucy could be seen in the middle with her second-in-command Bruno, whose face seemed to be redder than usual. Others stood off to the side watching and speaking in hushed tones.

For about fifteen minutes, nothing happened. A resounding crack echoed throughout the chamber, followed by a several screams. Keira Ann, on the dancefloor herself with a dashing gentleman, was the first to see what had happened. The spot where Big Lucy stood just moments earlier no longer existed.

Big Lucy dangled precariously over an enormous black hole in the ground, only safe because Bruno had grabbed her arm immediately. However, the floor around him was beginning to crumble as well, and others hesitated to come to the rescue for fear that they would fall. Keira, unafraid, gestured for the team members closest to her to give her a hand.

Mission 4 will consist of FIVE team members.

Keira, the team leader, has been given three advantages to distribute to whomever she sees fit. They are:

OVERHEARD CONVERSATION: Owner of this card learns the allegiance of either the player above/below him/her on the player list via PM from the game master. (They player may share this information on the game board if they so wish, but are not required to tell the truth.)

KEEPING A CLOSE EYE ON YOU - Receiver of this card may look at one team member's action (Success/Sabotage) on a mission they are on, after the results of the mission are in.

NO CONFIDENCE: Receiver of this card can veto a successful vote on a mission proposal, causing it to fail and forcing leadership to move to the next player on the list.

Keira, please assign these abilities when you're ready.

jroepel
jroepel
Con Artist

Jul-29-2016 20:00

Sorry about not using my card. I was at work and couldn't check in on the game to see if I could hold it or not. Onto the next mission and success for the Resistance!


Yeti Face
Yeti Face
Pinball Amateur

Jul-30-2016 00:11

That extra something they extracted sounds positively delightful, Joseph. Hopefully whatever it is will be the key to unlocking your innate super powers.

Did your husband book the trip with you in mind? As in "My wife has just had an operation, so let's book a weekend away to take her mind off things", so a misguided attempt at being thoughtful?

Yeti Face
Yeti Face
Pinball Amateur

Jul-30-2016 07:41

I think it's fair guess to say Keira's going to propose a team of herself, Joseph, Helen, Sal, and Sindy.

Autumnsprings
Autumnsprings
Con Artist

Jul-30-2016 07:45

2 spies on there. They could do the two sabotages.

Joseph Zeo
Joseph Zeo
Tale Spinner

Jul-30-2016 07:46

Yeti, I wish that is the case. The little something the surgeon exacted seem to be a tiny speck of a rock, but it's definitely not kyptonite. I wouldn't hold my breath in hopes of flying in sky anytime soon, except for being on a plane.

I am pretty sure my hubby had himself in mind, for he booked a package which includes lots of restaurant visits (it's his thing; I'm easy on food). While having a wound prominent on my face, it is best that I stay away from shellfish and spicy food. Guess what Thailand is famous for...

Today I realized he had no idea about my dietary restrictions. I guess what's common knowledge for some is rocket science for others. He ignorance, in a way, made me feel better, as he was genuinely alarmed when he learned about it and I ate something which I shouldn't have by accident during lunch. At least now he understands why I looked so grim the whole day yesterday.

Enough about me. I hope Autumn your MS situation is now under control, and that your eye sight on the left eye is returning? Sincere prayers and best wishes that everything will turn out okay!

In the mean time, I wonder who Keira will choose as the 5th member.... Yeti, I just saw your new message now just before I post. I'd consider that libel.

Autumnsprings
Autumnsprings
Con Artist

Jul-30-2016 07:46

Actually all 4 speed are on there
Kiera's the only resistance.

Joseph Zeo
Joseph Zeo
Tale Spinner

Jul-30-2016 07:49

Autumn, I suppose that was Lilith speaking?

Autumnsprings
Autumnsprings
Con Artist

Jul-30-2016 08:02

Yes. It was Lilith. All four spies are on there. If that team is proposed I would be voting against it.

I'm glad you seem to be in good spirits, even with the minefield your husband unwittingly laid for you.

As for my MS, I won't start the "disease modifying treatment" for a week or two, because it takes a bit of time to arrange.

But the steroids seem to have helped my vision. It is slowly but steadily returning. My balance is getting better. I actually did a little walking without my walker today! Hopefully I will do more later.

The sleeping pill, which helps with spasticity or twitching, is helpful. And I started my vitamin D. I'm now at higher risk for osteoporosis. Not sure if I've already said that.

But for now, I've reached my limit. I'm going to lie down.
If that team is proposed, and I'm not here, consider my vote to be no.

I think we should stick with the team we've been using. Marc, Kiera, Justin, Devi, and someone else. Even if that someone else is a spy, they can't get the two needed votes for sabotage.

I will be back later to check in and see if I need to vote.




Yeti Face
Yeti Face
Pinball Amateur

Jul-30-2016 08:22

That wasn't a serious suggestion, Autumn.

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