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Post by Amber Cross on Feb 23, 2018 14:14:54 GMT -6
In exchange for a small fee, the girl had earned the right to sleep in a warm bed and eat hot meals. It was all courtesy of a trader, who had found the girl sleeping in the bough of a tree a few nights past. All he'd asked in exchange was for the girl to visit an apprentice of his in the country. Which is where Amber found herself now, repaying her first and only debt... currently
“Here's the address...where exactly am I?” Glancing from the list of carefully jotted down directions to the small sign, the girl then glanced around her. She was definitely in the countryside, far from the city she'd been spending her time in. Amber took a deep breath, before strolling down the road. Her metal backpack rested on her shoulders comfortably, a weight that both gave her strength and reassurance. Gaze sweeping the rolling fields and open land, her eyes settled on a small house. Bringing her hands up and creating a square using her fingers, the small girl scanned for the power she was told to find. Settling on a small blip on her mind's radar, the short android strolled towards it. Stopping across from an older teenager standing alone in a field, the short android set her backpack to one side. Turning towards the taller teenager, the small girl balled her hands into fists and slid her feet through the tall grass. “I'm assuming you're Lily; your Master sent his regards and me, stating you needed more training of the physical type.”
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Post by Lily on Feb 23, 2018 18:55:33 GMT -6
Power Level: 200
Lily had been out in the backyard doing her daily training when she noticed someone out near the road. She paused what she was doing to focus on the stranger, her mind probing out slowly. They didn't receive visitors out in the countryside very often, but lately she's had very strange meetings and Dessel had been busy making her life as hectic as possible. Her mind slowly spread towards the mysterious visitor, searching for the person's Ki as she had been learning to do with all the new people she's met. Much to her surprise, she wasn't sensing anything from that direction. Perhaps she had misjudged her probing, so she swept back around in the area she thought the person would be. But nothing. She was cautiously concerned as the small girl approached her, her body tensing as the other girl took an offensive stance, at least until the girl spoke. "Dessel set this up, huh?" she mused to the girl who knew her name. "Guess there isn't any point complaining then. What was your name though?" Taking her bracing stance, feet spread in the grass and elbows tucked to her side, she let her Ki surge up within her. She grinned at the girl, her fists clenched and ready to move as soon as her opponent did. "Ready when you are." |
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Post by Amber Cross on Feb 24, 2018 6:17:04 GMT -6
Ah yeah, that was the name of the trader, Dassel. She looked a bit apprehensive just a few moments ago, but seems to have relaxed now. Wonder if she thought something was off about my emerald hair. Listening to the Saiyan teenager speak made the android relax her own stance, realizing that Lily was far more relaxed than data and reports had led the small girl to believe. When Lily asked about Amber's name, the small android completely dropped her stance and pointed a thumb back towards her chest. “I'm Amber Cross, daughter of Lucas Cross. An android wandering Earth, searching for the true heart of Justice.” When she finished her brief introduction, the android realized Lily had already taken her defensive stance, with her ki flaring up in defiance. She was ready to spar, which was confirmed when Lily declared as much to the android. I almost feel naked without my CDT; but this will be good training for an emergency that prevents me from deploying the backpack. Lets see if I can pressure her enough with just my basic knowledge. Resuming her stance from before, the small girl then sprinted forward, feet tapping the ground firmly as she covered the distance between them quickly. It wasn't incredible; she was just a small girl fighting a much taller woman. Without the engine-boost of her CDT, her sprinting assault was miserably slow in comparison. Stopping five feet from the Saiyan, the girl jumped into the air and spun into a roundhouse kick...which didn't come within three feet of the Saiyan. Landing in a crouch, Amber's face turned red as she bit back her tears of embarrassment. Papa clearly didn't design this body for fighting without the CDT...but equipping it now would be even more embarrassing. Do or die time, I guess. Ducking forward into a roll, Amber spun over her shoulder and thrust a single, sweeping foot towards Lily's ankles. Using the momentum of the roll and kick to rise into a kneeling position, the girl thrust a punch towards the Saiyan's gut and one towards her throat; two attacks that, while extremely cheap, would prove effective should they strike. That's if my body is even capable of producing enough strength without the CDT equipped! Amber's panicked thoughts weren't visible on her face, tears dotting her eyes forgotten in her own determination to put up a good fight.
Adjustment - Current PL - 20
Lily
(Amber is a wimp without CDT)
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Post by Lily on Feb 25, 2018 23:53:22 GMT -6
Lily was surprised when the girl, who called herself Amber, said that she was an android. The half-Saiyan didn't have a lot of experience with complex technology, besides her dad's old ship that is, but she was aware of some of the advanced robotics in the world. She had heard stories, and seen some on the news, but to see a robot almost indistinguishable from a human in front of her was intriguing. The fact she was unable to detect any Ki from the girl was starting to make sense though. Either way, the girl was here to spar, so any shock over the robot girl could wait until after. It was extremely lackluster, to say the least. Either the girl was faking it, or she wasn't accustomed to fighting, but the android girl moved and struck like an amateur. Though perhaps amateur was unfair, she obviously knew how it was done, just her timing and attacks were all off. As soon as the girl tried to recover from her kick with an ankle strike, Lily simply fell with the hit. Her leg kicked out at the side and she dropped sideways, flying in the process to make some space away from Amber and roll. She sprung back to her feet out of range of the follow up strikes, left a little concerned over the ordeal. If the girl was faking meekness, she had to be ready for an actual strike. But if she wasn't faking it, and this was the best she could do, Lily would have to be careful not to harm the girl by striking too hard. "My turn, get ready!" the girl called to her sparring partner, launching off the ground and dashing to the side. One outstretched arm was all she needed to grab, and she would be able to give a quick twist and toss her foe with a quick spin. No action.
3/3 KP
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Post by Amber Cross on Feb 28, 2018 14:19:26 GMT -6
When her ankle strike collided, the girl's eyes widened in shock when the Saiyan took the hit and jumped free of her follow-up strikes. Her fists hit nothing but air, as Lily took up a fighting stance at a distance. Amber was already analyzing the girl's stance, trying to learn and memorize what she could from the opponent's style. Letting her eyes close, the girl tried to visualize her own ki, her own innate energy. It all came from one source; her heart, the beating emerald crystal that granted power to her entire being. Drawing upon that emerald pool, the girl tried to visualize drawing it out in strands towards the rest of her body. Amber could feel energy, almost like static, running up her arms and down her legs. Flicking her fingers out, emerald sparks danced across her fingertips. Her gaze reopened as Lily shouted her declaration of attack. The Saiyan started in a sideways sprint, using her speed and clear physical advantage to circle around Amber. The Saiyan's one miscalculation was minor in foresight, and major in hind-sight. Even though Amber couldn't harness a tenth of her physical strength, her mind still operated at the peak of its abilities. Despite her body still moving sluggishly in comparison to Lily's own, powerful dash, Amber's hazel gaze remained on the Saiyan throughout her movement. “A style that counters every attack in order to throw or redirect the force against the attacker; the closest resemblance to that I can find is in Iaido, but that's probably archaic in comparison.” Her own voice was soft, as Amber watched Lily's circular sprint. Her foot suddenly slid out, kicking up a small plume of dust. Electricity danced along her arm, as the small android thrust a single finger back towards Lily. It wasn't an attack; there wouldn't be any ki or flash of energy launched at the Saiyan. But Amber's voice would call out firmly, loud in the quiet air hanging over them. “I can see your movement, Lily. Instead of playing a game of counters, let's make this a fierce melee. My body was designed to endure a real beating; you won't break me. So...come at me, instead of dancing around like a butterfly.” Shifting her own body to face Lily, Amber's hands came up in a boxing stance. Her gaze locked on Lily's, waiting for the girl's reaction to her own declaration.
Lily
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Post by Lily on Mar 1, 2018 20:52:19 GMT -6
Just as she got close enough where she thought she could snatch an arm and toss the mechanical girl, Amber changed stance. Being cautious, the half-Saiyan leaped away to give herself some room. While her luck with encounters as of late had not been the best, she had at least been able to get an idea of her opponents by feeling alone. But she couldn't get a bead on Amber's power, which concerned her and left her wary to attack. Based on how the girl had suddenly become more serious and was calling for an all out brawl, it was starting to seem like the girl was much stronger than she let on. Much like with Sashouka it seemed like Amber's power would dwarf Lily's own, so she would have just do the best she could. "Alright, a straight fight I can do!" she called in response as she braced her body. Her Ki welled up before she launched forward, flying directly towards the Android. If the girl could follow her motions it would be a waste of energy to try and circle around, so she would rush her down. She pulled the Ki from her body into the muscles of her arm as her fist shot forward in a flash. Compression Strike [N1] used. 66pl
2/3 KP
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Post by Amber Cross on Mar 4, 2018 5:07:31 GMT -6
Lily's sideways dash ended when Amber's stance changed, the half-Saiyan dashing backwards to avoid what could have been a counter grab. She slid to a stop, before firming her own stance to match Amber's resolve. The small android could appreciate the steel in the Saiyan's eyes, as Lily admitted a straight fight was something she could do. She suddenly dashed forward, bringing one fist up to strike. If Lily is shifting all of her energy to that fist, I should definitely block it. But if its a bluff? I can't use my barrier or after-image without the CDT. Knuckle Blaster is also out...what should I do? Amber's gaze widened in puzzled shock, as she realized that, in her attempt to keep things fair, she'd taken away her only weapons in a battle of spiritual and kinetic energy. Sliding one foot back, the girl decided to do the only thing she could; search her soul and body for something more she could use, something she could manipulate into a weapon to block. “Emerald Knuckle, COLLIDE!” The words sprung into her mind and left her lips before the girl could think of where they had come from. Emerald energy coalesced around her fist, before her fist collided with the Saiyan's. Both attacks canceled one another out, but not before the Android could stare at her own hand in shock. She hadn't realized she could channel her internal energy without the CDT. Is this the real...aspect of my strength? Something Papa didn't tell me because I wasn't ready? Something I'm not supposed to discover yet? Thoughts and experiments for later; I need to focus my attention on Lily. Anything less than my utmost would be an insult to her resolve, as a fellow fighter! When both fists slammed into one another, the small Android took a step forward and let her fist fall to one side. Thrusting her body and other arm forward, she would try to take the Saiyan's side and enter her guard. Bringing her palm up to her face and planting her feet firmly into the dirt, the small girl rotated her entire body and drove her elbow with all of her might into the side of Lily. If the Saiyan dodged the fast attack, the Android was ready to weather the storm of whatever counter came her way. Let's make this fun, shall we?
PL - 200 Activated Modified Knuckle Blaster for 33%
for 66 PL
Both Attacks Cancel
KP - 2/3
Lily
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Post by Lily on Mar 4, 2018 14:38:13 GMT -6
There was an echoing crack that rang out in the field as the two Ki-infused fists struck. Lily flinched as the shock ran up her arm, mingling with the strain of forcing all the Ki into her muscles. She recoiled as Amber moved to counterattack, but the half-Saiyan wasn't able to recover in time as the metal elbow drove into her side. Lily gasped as the elbow dug deep, throwing her off balance as she tumbled to the ground. She bounced twice before she flung her feet underneath her, driving them into the ground to forcefully stop herself. Clumps of dirt and grass were kicked up as she rocketed off the ground directly at Amber once more. She built up the Ki in her right leg as her foot swung out to connect with the android's side, hoping to return the favor. The half-Saiyan knew she would need to keep the pressure up if she was going to overwhelm her opponent. This was a good opportunity to push herself in a test of equal powers. Compression Strike [N1] used. 66pl
1/3 KP
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Post by Amber Cross on Mar 6, 2018 12:05:26 GMT -6
Amber's attack connected, sending the taller teenager flying backwards. She hit the ground, bouncing twice before finding her footing, sliding to a stop facing the small Android. From the expression on her face, Lily was no longer taking any pity on the small girl. Amber's gaze narrowed, trying to gauge the exact speed and pace of Lily's next strike. If she tries something like before, I can easily evade it. What should I do as a counter...!? Her eyes widened in shock, as dirt and grass exploded from the point Lily had just occupied. The Saiyan had dropped into a crouching sprint, darting forward with blinding speeds. Leaping up, the Saiyan spun with one foot angled towards Amber's side. The small android tried to pool her ki effectively, weaving together some form of shield to lessen the blow. As the taller woman's foot collided with her body, Amber could feel all attempts at a shield shatter. “Gah!?” A gasp was driven from the girl's lungs, as she was sent flying sideways three times the distance Lily had gone. Without the ki flowing properly through her small frame, every impact and scratch burned with an intensity greater than the girl had anticipated. Slamming her shoulder into the earth, the girl managed to get her hands and feet under her. Sliding to a stop on all fours, Amber fell forward to her knees. Her gaze remained on the ground, as her entire body throbbed from the beating she'd just endured. She could feel a breeze passing over her small body, and realized how tattered her outfit was becoming from the cold spots in her attire. Slowly rocking back on her heels, the small android held her hands out in a 'T' symbol. “Time out, Lily. I only have this set of clothes.” Reaching down, the girl surveyed her beaten, tattered tee shirt and dirty jean shorts. The small girl strolled forward, before holding out a hand. Grinning at Lily, Amber spoke firmly. “It was a good duel, if short. If you have something to eat or anything of that nature...I'd be happy and humbled if you would share.”
No Actions Taken, Got Knocked Back
KP - 3/3, +1
Lily Sorry for the wait
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Post by Lily on Mar 13, 2018 5:38:26 GMT -6
As her foot made contact with the sturdy Android's body, she watched as the girl was throw away by the strike before following up. She shot off towards the girl, preparing a follow up strike to keep up pressure. As she got close though, Amber called a halt to the training causing Lily to also skid to a stop. It seemed odd to stop when they were just starting to square up against each other, but she could see the girl's damaged clothes and understood. "Sorry about that!" she apologized to the girl. She knew the feeling, after all, having gone through a few too many sets of clothes since she began training.
"It was interesting, for sure. Come on up to the house, we can probably get some lunch. I've got some spare shirts in the house if you need one. Plain white shirts and dark pants, unfortunately, nothing fancy. But you're welcome to a set, I keep plenty on hand." she laughed, gesturing for Amber to follow her to the house.
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