《Blood and Honor》Chapter 270- Assassins
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Underdark- Unending Abyss Region
Empire of Night- City of Ineford
Ailis tracked her target as he pushed through the crowded market. She had been tracking him most of the day, but she had not been able to get close enough, nor found the right moment to eliminate him. She had only another couple hours to kill him and get back to the Wilted Flower, otherwise, she would fail the quest.
The target seemed to know he was being hunted although, she had never been sighted by her quarry. He was staying in one of the large markets inside the city, shopping around even though he didn't buy anything. Ailis was emulating being a beggar. Everyone ignored her as she tracked her target. In a few moments though, she might have an opening. She had hired another beggar to set fire to a couple of stalls, nothing too serious, but it would be distracting for any nearby guards, Legionnaires, and other people.
Suddenly a commotion and screams from the far end of the market drew eyes, ears, and guards as two stalls caught fire. Her mark started looking around and noticed the problem immediately, made for the nearest market exit. Which was where she was begging. Ailis quickly got up, 'terrified' of what was going on followed him and quickly made her way out as well.
After a few feet, Ailis shoved him into an alleyway and buried one dagger in his throat and the other in the man's guts. The human desperately clawed at her, but he was already dead. Ailis quickly grabbed whatever was of value in his inventory and made for the nearby rooftops.
Quest Complete: Way of the Knife
Description: You have killed your target without anyone noticing. Go back to the Wilted Flower and contact Gahzim for your reward.
Requirement: Kill the one marked for Death, Must do it alone
Immediate Reward: Rogue Skill Tree Unlocked
Success: Kill your Target
Failure: Do not kill your target in the allotted time, Assassin Primary Class Locked Permanently
Rewards for Success: Assassin Primary Class Unlocked, Assassin Skill Tree Unlocked, 10 Silver, 500 Experience, Unknown
Spoiler: Spoiler
Primary Class: Assassin Skill Tree
Branches...
Slayer Branch: This branch of the Assassin Skill Tree augments your ability to kill your enemies, through both physical and passive means.
Poison Master Branch: This branch of the Assassin Skill Tree allows you to create various Poisons to disorient, weaken, and kill your enemies.
Subterfuge Branch: This branch of the Assassin Skill Tree enhances Stealth and Stealth related Skills and Abilities.
Ailis dismissed the notifications as she ran across the rooftops. Time to see what additional rewards she had earned.
"Welcome back buttercup, you popped your cherry. Way to go. That piece of shit betrayed the Guild, so remember that little fact and you will probably never go wrong. Yes, you are an Immortal, it doesn't mean we cannot make your life hard.' Gahzim stated as she walked up to his table. He gestured for her to sit down, as he waved over another drink. 'You earned your right into the Assassins Guild, we have branches in almost every city. Joining the Guild gives you access to the Assassin Primary Class, a safe place to sleep, steady work, quests, a fence for any questionable items, but you are only the First Rank, Initiate. So don't go all uppity. Would you like to join our illustrious organization? It does not stop you from joining an Immortal Guild." Gahzim stated as the drink arrived.
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Your status with the Inefords Assassins Guild has improved from Unfriendly to...Neutral.
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You have been offered a chance to join the Assassins Guild, will you accept the offer? YES/NO
Congratulations on joining the Assassins Guild.
Your Rank is...Initiate.
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Joining the Assassins Guild Unlocks the Primary Class of Assassin and the Assassin Skill Tree.
You have to fulfill at least ...1 Contract per month to stay in good standing with the Assassins Guild.
Branches of the guild are located all over the Arakon.
Being a member gives you access too, the Black Market, Safe Houses, Class Quests
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"Follow me buttercup.' Gahzim stated as he rose from the table and signaled the bartender who nodded. The nearby wall shifted and moved out of the way. 'The tunnels and sewers under the city are considered Neutral ground by the Thieves, Smugglers, and Assassins. If you ever encounter someone from another guild, walk away if at all possible. Do not start a fight buttercup, but you better finish it if someone else does." The Wood Elf said as he led her through the tunnels.
"So where are we going?" Ailis asked as she followed him through the torch-lit tunnels.
"The headquarters of our branch to get your money, equipment, and introduce you around.' Gahzim replied before stopping. 'Oh, and we are in good standing with the Imperials. Do not take any jobes that are anti-Imperial, if it changes we will let you know." Gahzim stated as he stared at her. She nodded in understanding.
Less then ten minutes later they entered a large underground structure that had various training areas set up. A warehouse area where she assumed the Fence was located, a job board, and the Quartermaster, which is where Gahzim took her. "Larry, this is Ailis she is knew and passed her initiation. Give her an Initiate kit and a ring, she earned it." Gahzim stated.
"Oh really, who did she take out?" Larry asked as he pulled some boots, a belt, and a hood off some shelves and placed them in front of her.
"You remember Sweet Willy?' Gahzim asked and based on Larry's face, he held no warmth for the man. 'She took him out, not the smoothest job, but no one saw it happen and she got away clean." The Wood Elf explained causing Larry to look at her again.
"Well, I guess I will keep an eye on you girl. Let me see your finger.' Larry prompted as he pulled a ring from under the bar. Ailis nearly drew her hand back when Larry produced a knife but his hard glare stopped her. He pricked her finger and a single drop landed on the ring. 'Their, it's Soulbound too you now. Check it out, girl." Larry stated as he offered her the ring. Ailis quickly pulled up its information.
Spoiler: Spoiler Name: Signet of the Assassins
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Level: Epic-Scalable
Properties: Increase Dexterity and Agility by (Level X.25)
Properties: Increase Base Damage by 5
Properties: Increase Stamina Regeneration by (Level X.15)
Properties: Assassin Skills Cost 5% Less Stamina
Ability Unlocked: Mark of the Assassin
Requirement: Soulbound to Ailis
Description: This ring is both a sign that you are a member of the Assassins Guild, but also powerful item to assist in your work.
Name: Mark of the Assassin
Tier: Grand Master
Description: Although no one admits to hiring us, they all know our sign
Cast Time: Instant
Benefit 1: Doubles Bleeding Damage of Marked Target
Benefit 2: Doubles Poison Damage of Marked Target
Benefit 3: Can track target anywhere up too 30 Feet
Range: Touch
Restriction: 1 Target at a time
Cost: 200 Stamina
Cooldown: 24 Hours
Ailis whistled, not bad considering she wasn't even level thirty yet. "Now, you have to take one optional job every month, but at times the Guild will call upon you to fulfill an obligation. If you refuse, you standing within the Guild can and will suffer. Refuse to many and you will be kicked out." Gahzim explained as he led her to the job board.
Surface- Valley of Origins Region
Empire of Night- City of Eternal Night
Palace of Night- Master Suite
Jacobs talons sliced through Glorias' bindings causing her to moan in her sleep. Cathrine chuckled a little bit as Jacob gently moved her from the base of the bed, up to where all the pillows were. "I think I broke her. Do you think she learned her lesson not to wake me up after I fall asleep?" Jacob mused as he covered the exhausted woman with the sheet.
Cathrine sweat covered form laughed quietly so she didn't disturb their guest. "A part of me hopes not. Our little degenerate certainly knows how to use her mouth when motivated." Cathrine replied while biting her lip as she let her eyes travel up and down Jacobs naked form.
"HEY!! I am not just a piece of meat!!' Jacob replied with a smile on his face. 'I feel nasty, I wish we had a shower and not just a bath." Jacob replied as he went to the nearby table and poured two cups of water before handing one to Cathrine. Cathrine smiled as she took it before signaling Jacob to follow her.
She quickly led Jacob to the large bathroom and to what Jacob always assumed was a closet holding the towels. There were towels in the smaller room, but also a large shower. "Well...I feel like an idiot.' Jacob replied as he looked at the shower causing Cathrine to laugh and pat his cheek. 'I just assumed that if the bathroom had a shower it would be in the main area with the sinks..." Jacob tried to justify.
"Its ok Jacob and know you are more than just a pretty face and sword." Cathrine quipped before turning on the shower. Fate Online Character Creation...
Ava watched as the old man and his fire came into focus. He frowned at her appearance. "Oh...you have returned. What happened to your last Avatar?" he asked too innocently.
Ava growled at him. "Enough old man. I wish to start as a High Elf." Spoiler: Spoiler Race: High-Elf
Description: After the Celestial War the Elven people became fractured and went their different ways. Some went to the forests, others went to the Underdark, while the High-Elves became enamored with their Magics. The Dragon King has watched as the world starts to crumble around him and has decided to seal the borders of the High-Elf Nation of Daran'thia in the hope that whatever ails the world will pass his people by.
Every Level: Intelligence and Wisdom increase by 1. You will receive 3 Stat Points to distribute.
Strength(s): High-Elf gifts lean towards the cerebral, they make excellent Mages and Psionics.
Vulnerabilities: Although the High-Elves are known for their sharp minds, their bodies have weakened over time and are vulnerable to Poisons and Curses of dark magics. (Recieve an Additional 10% Damage)
Starting Location: Surface- Wind Swept Hills Region, City of Elleshara The old man continence was smug, "Of course girl, since you are sure. You know what to do from here." the old man replied as he ignored her as Ava propelled herself to the cave. Within minutes she was back in front of the small fire.
"I wish to be a Mage!!" Ava prompted the man before he could say anything. Spoiler: Spoiler Mage: Healers (Heal) and killers (DPS), mages can do both and excel at manipulating Mana within and without. This is an Intelligence-based class.
Popular Classes: Warlock, Druid, Priest, Shaman
Name: Wisdom of the Elder Race
Tier: Grand Master
Description: The Elven people are the original mortal race of Ithea and have been pushing the boundaries of Magic since they sat around campfires. The High-Elves exemplify this trait.
Benefit 1: Increases your Resource (Mana/Stamina) Regeneration (Level X.25).
Cost: Passive, N/A
Cooldown: N/A
The old man snorted and waved his hand and another notification popped up in front of her.
Spoiler: Spoiler
Loranan Family (Locked)- Increase Mage Skills (25%) Faster, Reputation gains are halved, Reputation losses are doubled
"Hey!! Don't I get a choice old man?" Ava asked as she stomped her foot. The old man smirked before making a flicking gesture towards her. Ava tried to scream in outrage as the introduction cinematic started to play.
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