The Masters

[Anomaly]

Right. Shelus, good to see you back. Take it easy on that lung, we don't want to lose you. If issuing a challenge works for you, it would be good to have a Master of your caliber in there with me.

Slim, you've been a work horse of late in battles...I think you might have a shot, though the Phoenix Knights are now easily overrun with just the BOD. With the Masters aiming for them as well, they may well be overwhelmed. So be it. Answer their challenge at your earliest convience.

Saix.

Saix I've seen you hanging around. Their really not giving you much of a chance over in the Phoenix Knights, are they? Even before their 'ultimatum' to the other clubs they haven't been able or active enough to care for the needs of those who wish to challenge and compete in their club.

You will not find the same greeting here. I will test your abilities myself. If you prove to have some skill, I see no problem with allowing in the ranks of The Masters. However, before I can test you man to man, I need to see an example of what you have to offer as far as Story RP's go. We are not devoted JUST to one on one battle here.

Let me see what you have to offer of the epic. Let me see an example of a story RP post that you might make...think of it as a means to introducing yourself.

[Zardoch]

And I still haven't been invited into the privte forums after quite a few months, even if the place isn't that active. I have no idea what to do anymore. With no orders, no goals, I'm just sitting around waiting for someone to post and tell me something is going on. Is TM just going downhill or something?

[Nekoness]

And I still haven't been invited into the privte forums after quite a few months, even if the place isn't that active. I have no idea what to do anymore. With no orders, no goals, I'm just sitting around waiting for someone to post and tell me something is going on. Is TM just going downhill or something?

Just to remind you that weeks ago I started a topic, a battle. Someone wanted to train here...I wonder who was it? It seems like he does not remember anyway.

[Deicide]

Well, as pertains to the offsite forum Leonarc? I'd suggest contacting Anomaly directly. Thats all I'll say about it however, since it really isn't my buisness, just pointing out that you'll get answers quickest by asking the person whos most likely to know.

As for activity levels, eh, I'll spare the old-timer rant for now. Its long and complicated but the short answer is no, we run on conflict, as demonstrated, in disturbingly timely fashion, by the sudden boost of activity brought on by the challenge one page back. As such we are less active during periods of 'peace', with influance and importance going to clan members training and sparring and generally RPing as they see fit to keep themselves in shape. Of course, theres more to it, but I don't feel like going into anything too ranty right now.

The Pheonix Knights certainly have there work cut out for them though, so few members and so many clans irate and ready to challenge. O dear. Yet, they are helping generate activity all around, so one cannot fault them. It seems some fair amount of time has passed since the clubs had much to focus on beyond the day-to-day affairs of them and there own. Just a shame any challenges made here and now may take a while to be forfilled, I guess they beleive its a matter of quality over quanitity and I cannot fault them on that stance either, even if it does stop me from taking a shot of my own. Prehaps when things have cooled down a little eh...?

:..2-2-7..:

[GrimmJaw]

Alrighty, well, since time constraints are abit harsh at the moment, I will have to present Anomaly with something that I have already written. If you still require something off of the top of my head, please give me about a week so that I can finish this week of seriously hardcore tests.

And now...the post: It is from an old RP I was in on Ultimate Shinra. THe RP was called Tears of Ice. It was sort of based on Naruto...well alot based on Naruto.

[Musical Selection- Thankyou for the Venom]


Koji was surprised that the dagger had actually hit Rock. He assumed he would be faster than that.

Koji: "Ha, fool. The 'Golden Boy" can be hit."

Surprisingly, Rock looked at Koji, and then came at him with a somersault. Koji assumed he was going to try and hit him with one his enormous fists, but what he did caught him off guard. Rock removed the kunai from his massive thigh, and launched it violently at Koji's throat- A highly forbidden tactic to use in all Ninja Villages. Koji's quick reflexes made his body bend backwards until he was no more than a 2 feet above the ground. Koji then reached upward, just as the kunai came overhead, and grabbed it, spun it around his middle finger, and sheathed it, all the while, bringing his body back upwards to standing a standing posistion. By the time he had stood back up, Rock had dissapeared out into the forest. Koji looked to his left, then to his right. Rock was nowhere nearby.

Koji: "Hmph, that fool tried to kill me. He will regret his actions."



It was now pitch black outside, and starting to get a bit cold. Koji's mind began to race. Tommorow was the graduation ceremony, He had no place to stay, and his arm was wounded. The bleeding had stopped, but Koji needed to get it covered, as to avoid infection. Koji looked around until he found some medicinal herbs. He quickly cleaned the wound, and covered it by tearing a part of his shirt and wrapping it around his arm tightly. Koji took a deep breath and let out a long sigh. He was tired, and needed his rest for tommorow. Koji began to walk back towards the Village, where he found a large tree and climed up, and found a fairly comfortable posistion and fell asleep.


Koji awoke to the loud sound of a woodpecker pecking his way into the tree. Koji opened his eyes slowly, the bright sun making him squint. Koji brought his hand to his face and rubbed his left eye first, then his right. He began to stretch, but almost lost his balance in the tree. Koji jumped down from the tree, and landed with a soft thud. Koji made his way into the village, and saw the many people headed towards the school where the graduation ceremony was being held. Koji let out a soft sigh and began to make his way towards his home. When he arrived, he went around back, towards his bedroom window, proped it open and silently went in. He needed to grab his special Kunai, and a new shirt before heading to the ceremony. Koji silently took off his shirt, and grabbed another, this one was black with an intricate silver dragon on the back. He then grabbed his Kunai, they were bright silver in color with a black outline, and with a black line down the center. He quickly sheathed both of them and made his way back out the window, and shut it quietly. He made his way back out towards the school, he must have been a bit late, as it seemed no one else was behind him. Koji entered into the school and went towards the auditorium. He wasn't very nervous, he was more cocky than anything. He went around back where the other students were congregating. They all seemed to look at him for a moment, then they went back to their previous conversations.

Hiro: "Koji, you showed up, I was beginning to think that you would skip out on the ceremony."

Koji: "Hmph, I do have to graduate you know."

Hiro: "Good good, well your up next then. Good luck."

Koji: "I really don't need luck."


Koji made his way onto the stage. Many of the people let out a loud "Oooooh". Koji ignored it completely. He looked towards the Speaker, and awaited his instructions.

Speaker: "You're to perform one Jutsu. Got it?"

Koji: "Yeah, I got it"


Part One: Jutsu Performance

Koji brought his hands together and executed 4 handsigns. This was his Fire Flick Jutsu. Koji brought his hands apart and he made a large geyser of fire erupt upward from the palms of his hands. He then moved his hands in many different directions and the pulled them apart. Amazingly, a large blazing pentagram floated above his head. Koji then brought his hands together, and mentally extinguished the flame and bowed towards the Speaker.

Speaker: "Fire Conjuration Jutsu. Judges, your verdict?"

Master Judge: "Good, he may continue."

Speaker: Part two, You are to use blessed element and perform one skill.

Part Two:Skill Performance

Koji nodded in agreement to the instructins and brought his hands together and executed 7 handsigns, this time he was to perform his Fists of Fire Jutsu, only this time, Koji modified it so that when he brought his apart, not only his hands became engulfed, but his, feet as well. Koji then conjured up a fire ball and shot it out above the crowd of people. He then made it burst in a flash of light. Koji extinguished the flame and broght his hands back together and bowed once again.

Speaker: "Fists of Fire Skill. Judges, your verdict?"

Master Judge: "Very good, I like how you modifed the tecnique, you may continue on to part three."

Speaker: "Your last test. Your physical examination. You are the fight againt the Physical Examiner."

Part Three: Physical Examination

Koji watched as Ryu, the Physical Examiner came onto the stage. Koji had met him a few times, but rarely trained with him. Koji drew his Kunai daggers and spun them around his middle finger. Koji took an offensive stance, just as Ryu did the same. Ryu came at him, his sword drawn. Ryu came at him with a downward strike, Koji quickly sidesteped the attack, and came at him with his kunai, but Ryu quickly countered the attack and attempted a slash at his mid section, but Koji blocked it with his Kunai and pushed the blade back. Koji then sidestepped around Ryu and brought his Kunai to Ryu's chest. Ryu, with amazing skill flipped Koji around over his shoulder. Koji landed hard on his back. Koji looked up at Ryu as he extended his hand to help him up, but Koji pushed it away and stood up on his own. Koji bowed towards the Speaker.

Speaker: "Very good Koji, you did well holding your own against Ryu. Judge Your Verdict please."

Master Judge: "You showed amazing skill against Ryu. Now the Verdict: Koji Kitsuse. You have passed. Congratulations."

Koji bowed his head towards the judges, turned around and walked off the stage in silence.

[Anomaly]

And I still haven't been invited into the privte forums after quite a few months, even if the place isn't that active. I have no idea what to do anymore. With no orders, no goals, I'm just sitting around waiting for someone to post and tell me something is going on. Is TM just going downhill or something?

You were validated a little over a month ago. Your account name is Leonarc, isn't it? There was an older one for 'Griffith' but I figured you'd like the newer one since it has your new name and all. Try logging in as Leonarc.

To Experiment_227 - A pity my lady. We've not seen you in full form for quite a long time now. Well, I suppose this really isn't the kind of battle to interest you. you prefer the mroe personal approach...

To Saix Fatima - Interesting...you post in the old style. Well I say the old style, more like the style I used when I was a beginner. Not bad, but there is room for improvement. Thats why I really prefer these things to be spur of the moment. It's hard ot judge what you can do NOW but what you did once upon a time. Still...adequet...at least its enough to get you to the next portion of the testing.

I will post up a link when your thread is ready.

[GrimmJaw]

Alrighteh. That's fine, and by the way, I'll most likely be using Clive Fatima, since Dante is already in a battle. But most likely Dante will be the character I would use if I'm accpeted into this club.

[Anomaly]

*nod* whatever works. I'm testing you, not your character.

The thread can be found here Crossroads Fatima.

[Prodigal Madness]

Perhaps it's time we step up as well. Throwing ourselves at another clan, or clans, would certainly be more than just a bit of chaos. Or do the same and invite any challengers against us. I've not been active of late due to my insomnia kicking in enough to allow me to simply drone through the day. Not much brain activity, thus I decline from my more vocal activities.

Anyway, if not perhaps even if so, I'd like to challenge anyone in the clan above me to make an attempt to step up a rank. Any accepters?

If not, I suppose I too will throw myself with the rest of the horde attacking the Knights. With your permission Anomaly, I was thinking of using Lam. At the least, I'll sit back and observe.

[Shelus]

Sorry for the lack of promise. Been a bit busy still over here, today will be no exception. >_>; Still at work actually. If I was at home... BIG post.

Anywhom... expect my challenge to be issued sometime tonight or sometime tomorrow. Which ever "time" it may be... I'll post. Well... in the mean time... class tonight and so on and so forth. Won;t let ya down.

[Slim Perfect]

Okay guys I have just started the challenge against the Phoenix Nights. It would seem I'm leading us into battle. Come, quickly, and assist me in our fight.

[Anomaly]

Hah! if there's anyone left for you to pick apart Mage, you're more than welcome.

As it stands I have my doubts many of the Knights members are even capable of fightning now, deadlocked as they are with the BOD who post long enough to issue challenge and strut a bit, before failing to fight at all. Not that the Knights themselves have proven to be much better.

Oh well, we work with what we've got.

Take your time Shelus, we understand you have your limits at the moment.

A good challenge from you Slim. I hope its answered in kind.

[Slim Perfect]

As you all know I have been generally inactive for a few weeks and I've missed a bit. From what I've gathered, we are diving into a collection of duels vs. The Phoenix Knights. The one thing that confuses me is where the BoD come in? Will they be challenged as well by The Masters? Because if so, i would like to ask permission to issue said challenge when the time comes. I'd like to mop the floor with those bastards, and I would be proud to announce such an attack. Thanks guys.

[Anomaly]

We do not currently have any hostilities towards any other club (though a few members of the Phoenix Knights are seriously testing my patience). While a conflict with the BOD is not on the horizon, there are two BOD members within the PK itself. We will see if we end up facing them. I already have a challenge with Akira, but thats nearly two months old.

The BOD itself is supposed to be meeting the PK on the grounds of a pissing contest. Basically they don't like that the PK said they're the elite of the elite clubwise, which has even gotten the BOD Phoenix Knights members panties in a twist. Obviously we don't care about pissing matches, we care about what can be accomplished on the field of battle. So far there's a lot of talk and little action.

The BOD and the PK can sort themselves out, but a challenge to The Masters will be answered by the Masters. If they wish to withdraw that challenge with their apologies, we will of course be understanding. But every challenge shall be met as we see fit, not how anyone else feels like at the time. When one club allows another to boss them around, we might as well not have clubs anymore at all.

[Shelus]

Understood. I actually just sent a reply in their thread. I wonder how one could be so Naive. Oh well...

Anywhom... I kinda sorta asked Piro to redirect her/his challenge acceptance from Slim and accept mine instead. No offense Slim... I know you are more than of the ability to handle this fight. I just think it's about time Piro got put in her/his place. I also wonder about something else. If you still insist on challenging her/him... than so be it... I will lurk in the shadows with an anticipating eye.

[Prodigal Madness]

I've nearly finished my post between us Ano.

And rather than create another person on the list for the Knights... Anyone from within us of a higher rank than me up for a rank challenge? I figure I should give myself a goal and try moving up.

[Shelus]

Ano... I tried to send you some messages today while I was at Work and the computer I had to use was crappy to say the least. My inbox history said I sent you two, so... Sorry 'bout that. >_> heh... heh...

And another thing Piro... Since I know you read this part of the forum anyway, I might as well shoot ya some more of my thoughts. Piro... about my last post in the PK thread, I was not trying to provoke you. Like Inferno spoke about reverse phsychology... I think not. If that was the case... than we would already be on the battlefield. I don't want you to get mad at me over "this." So if it is alright by you... I would like to apologize. I just really hate making people mad over the internet. It's like screaming at a soliciter on the phone. So if you wouldn't mind sending me a PM then I'm more than happy to forget this incident.

In other news... going to see a movie tonight. Debating between Jackass 2 or Fearless. >_<;

[Dark One]

First off I well say my name and a few other things about me. My real name is Allen. I love Role-playing with people. Sadly I joined TFF 2 days after the registrations but I plane to take part in the next one. I also make signatures and Avatars here at TFF. I’m new to it but everyone loves my work so far. Anyways here is a sample of an Rp I made and taking part in.

Then out of no where came 10 men. They where all dressed in gold and black. Now what link said to the others? I have no idea said Tara. I have no idea as well but its time they die. So the four of them put there backs to one another and prepared to fight to the death. Links draw his sword and the others did the same. Well men Link said lets to it and the fight began. Link was giving it all he had as where the others.

Then link looked around and saw only one man standing in black and gold. I well handle these link said. Link walked right up to the man. (No please don’t kill me the man said.) Why should I not kill you? Wait Okay if you tell
me one thing I well let you leave here. Where is Vaati. I don’t know the man said. Wrong answer link then cut off the man hand. Now one more time where is Vaati. Fine he is in the South part of but you well never
make it in the camp the man said. Would you like to bet on that? Then Link cut off the man’s head and started south and made camp

when they where all together making a fire. Link said to them okay men I have a question. I need to know if you well all fight to the death. Soon it well come to that but I think if Hyrule has any chance it is us. So are you with me or not. They all said yes. Then they sat and talked for along time.


I hope it was to your liking it is not my best work but it is okay. Also I’m not the best speller here I’m sure. I well Rp any member of the masters. The only person I know I have Rped with is Slim and just to say I think he is one of the better Rp players here at TFF. His story lines are great and very detailed. If there are others I’m sorry I forgot you. I hope to be active in the masters club if I’m let in. That is all I have to Say to the Masters. I’m kneeling to the master in hope that one day to become one.

Thanks

[Slim Perfect]

Hey guys, I'd like to try and get my RP up and running. I know I've said this a few times, however, I feel the need to continually remind us, so as to not lose it into the depths of TFF. Anyways, if no ones interested I'm thinking of scrapping the idea entirely. I just don't think we'll be all too busy, the PKs don't seem to eager to carry out their own challenge. A laughable issue, but no matter. I just need to know where we stand.

[Anomaly]

To Slim: I think it would be a good idea at this point to scrap the idea and start over from scratch. It's unfortunate, but necissary.

To Dark One: Um....yeah...I wouldn't say your spellings is that bad, so much as your punctuation. We can test you, but I'm afraid if you cannot find away to set aside speech from action, then we may regretabley have to deny you. Still, if you're willing, since I'm testing Fatima, maybe Shelus could test you?

To Shelus: Do you think that since the PK are pretty much giving everyoen the run around you'd have time to test him?

[Shelus]

Sounds alright by me. Hopefully you... Dark One... will actually show. Unlike the other one that attempted to join a while back. So go ahead and make that thread when ever you choose Mah... I'll give him a run for his money.

So... I guess you didn't get my PM then Ano. *sigh* Oh well... I'll send another one later after I test Dark One. ^_^;

[LocoColt04]

If it's any consolation, I'm trying to get things under control with the Phoenix Knights. The underlying problem behind all the confusion on the surface is simply that the club was almost entirely dead since the time Inferno Mage left in March until the time he came back a couple weeks ago. Since then, activity has exploded, and I think there's just a huge, messy complication to show for it.

Give me some time to help Inferno sort out the pieces and we'll figure out exactly what the hell is going on over there. It's such a jumbled puzzle right now.


Yours,
That Ambassador Guy

[Shelus]

Bah! Just take your time with it. Even if the challenge was random and what not... I would hate to see it all go to hell for related reasons and such. Oh well... I think I'll play some N3 while I lurk. >_<

By the way Colt... got your SAM leveled by chance? >_>;

[LocoColt04]

Hell, I'd be more than willing to partake in the challenge myself... once I get caught up on all my other projects. I've just loaded too much onto my plate at the moment to go opening any new RPs or RPBs with anyone.

And as for my Samurai... unfortunately, I haven't even unlocked the job yet. I should do that soon, though. Any particular reason?

(I actually haven't unlocked Corsair yet, either, despite what my new avatar and banner may lead you to believe.)

[Anomaly]

I got your PM Shelus, but I'm fighting Mage, Godean, Saix Fatima, and if he ever bothers showing up, Akira. Gives a minute, eh?

[Shelus]

No no... just a Samurai fan myself. >_> I'm only to 46 on it though as of now. Hell... unlocking it was easy. You should be able to do it with your highest or that COR of yours. I see it has all the AF armor so it should be high enough for you to solo. heheh.

And in the middle of typing this... I realize you edited your post. -.- lol

POSER! xP

EDIT! Just noticed your POst Ano... no problem... I have all the time in the world that a healing lung can allow. lol *cough* lol. <_>

[LocoColt04]

@Shelus: I'm not a poser; I'm ambitious.
Seriously, I want to take COR all the way up to 75.

Now, to business.


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Tonight, I come to you not as a Phoenix Knight nor as an Ambassador.
Tonight, I come to you as the organizer of the Tournament of Arms.

I have an idea. Due to the mass amount of animosity between the clubs as of late... why not fight one another where it really counts -- the official battlefield itself, for the title of Champion of Arms?

The latest thread to grace the TOA forum has all the information any inquiring minds may need. Vital information, at a glance, is that your organization will need to be willing to supply its four best fighters for the tournament come January. If you are interested, feel free to hit up that discussion topic with any questions or concerned. I hope that all four organizations will be willing to participate. There is much time for practice, should you need it.

[Dark One]

To Dark One: Um....yeah...I wouldn't say your spellings is that bad, so much as your punctuation. We can test you, but I'm afraid if you cannot find away to set aside speech from action, then we may regretabley have to deny you. Still, if you're willing, since I'm testing Fatima, maybe Shelus could test you?

Okay I well take your test. Also I'm working on my spelling and to fix my speech to action problem. Thanks Anomaly for your help.

Sounds alright by me. Hopefully you... Dark One... will actually show. Unlike the other one that attempted to join a while back. So go ahead and make that thread when ever you choose Mah... I'll give him a run for his money.

I well show up and can someone Pm me when the battle is up and ready. So thanks Shelus for taking your time to fight me.

[Slim Perfect]

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Tonight, I come to you not as a Phoenix Knight nor as an Ambassador.
Tonight, I come to you as the organizer of the Tournament of Arms.

I have an idea. Due to the mass amount of animosity between the clubs as of late... why not fight one another where it really counts -- the official battlefield itself, for the title of Champion of Arms?

The latest thread to grace the TOA forum has all the information any inquiring minds may need. Vital information, at a glance, is that your organization will need to be willing to supply its four best fighters for the tournament come January. If you are interested, feel free to hit up that discussion topic with any questions or concerned. I hope that all four organizations will be willing to participate. There is much time for practice, should you need it.

HOLY HELL! HOLY HELL HOLY HELL HOLY HELL! This is me! I need to do this!

*Ahem*

Heheh. Excited a bit, I am. I'd REALLY like to be a part of this. Just thought everyone might like to know. There is no way I can deal with missing THIS TOA! I signed up like a few days too late last time. Grr.... Anyhow, I definately need this more than anyone else here so...... Yeah.....

[Shelus]

@Dark One: No problem dude. Don't worry about being sent a PM. I'll send ya one wether Ano does or not... not sure if he does that. lol I'll be sure to give multiple parts in each post I give to help you out throughout the test. Just remember that you have no reasoon what so ever to try and rush yourself through this test... please take your time when we start. ^_~

@Crazygun? lol: That tournament plan looks quite interesting... I might have to try that one. I need to read up on it some more first.

EDIT: By the way Dark... you might want to post up a link to your Character... I would hate to have to look for it. ~.~ Please and Thank you. ^_^