Prologue: Crowd Control

[Vaerdis]

"I would perfer an energetic song to get their attention...but your plan sounds well."

[kaylara]

Sure, we can do that. After all, your the expert. I default to what you think is better in that regard. Make us all proud. she smiled.

[zerocool]

"Commander, with respect, I would like to volunteer for the snatch and grab position. I've never been very musically gifted," Alistair confesses, a slight look of chagrin crossing his face. "However, I am somewhat skilled in dance. Perhaps I could add to the distraction if we have more of us approaching the target undercover as dancers while the concert is going. A distraction to distract from the distraction before we engage." Alistair then forces himself to remember that Iyani is in charge of this operation. With a salute, he adds, "But this is your operation, ma'am. We shall proceed as you see fit! Where can I be of best use to the unit?"

[kaylara]

Oh, please speak freely. Understanding our strengths and weaknesses is paramount to success.

[Vaerdis]

"I will go practice momentarily...I shall return commander." Alain smiles and winks at her as he leaves the room.

[ManicMonky]

With as much haste as he could muster without running or looking possessed, Tayrron went to his room to switch out his guns. Upon his return he finds that Alain is no longer in the room but Iyani and Alistair remain. "Sir, I am ready for orders."

[Vaerdis]

Alain returns moments later, "Is it time yet?"

[kaylara]

As the time for debriefing approached. Iyani quickly went over the plan before the team headed to the transport area.

Here is our plan. We will split in to two teams. The first Team, Alain and myself shall draw away the peoples attention by performing a few songs to the crowd. If we are successful, that will remove the fugitives best cover and also make things easier for the second team.

While the concert is being performed, the rest of you will work with the assistant squad at capturing and subduing the fugitive as discreetly as possible. Tayrron, you will be in charge of the second team.

Remember, we are to refrain from violence and always try and keep things under control. she paused a moment, Any questions or concerns?

After a moment of silence, she grabs her gear that is next to her. Time is up. Let's proceed to the departure dock. as she exited the room and headed to the departure area.

[Vaerdis]

Alain follows close behind after a salute and, "Aye aye, commander."

[ManicMonky]

"Understood. Alistar, what are your strengths? Mine are mainly in marksmanship. I am not the best when it comes to melee combat," he said as they exited the room behind Iyani and Alian.

[zerocool]

"I excel mainly at melee combat. I've also got some skill with the bow if needed. If things go south, I've got blunted arrows that can be used to subdue the target. Where do you need me?"

[ManicMonky]

Whew, at least one of us is good at close quarters, Tayrron thought. "That is good news for us. I believe you would do well in the crowd then, possibly flushing the target toward an exit where we trap him. I will try to find some sort of high ground to watch as our plan unfolds before assisting in the capture. Can any of you help us communicate through magical means? It would help to have some level of communication beyond yelling."

[kaylara]

Iyani smiled as they made way to transport. So, just a recap. Alian and myself will perform to keep the people occupied. This allows Alistar to move thru the crowd and flush out the fugitive. Tayrron will perch at a vantage point to cover Alistar with some non-lethal long range support. We can use standard hand signals for communication.

Alright then, let's do this. Do you think we will see some beautiful things? I hear some of the architecture was crafted many years ago by a famous architect who was also a renowned artist. Iyani looked a little excited as they will be leaving the school and seeing the real world.

[ManicMonky]

"I would not say specifically long range with this thing," he said, indicating the blunderbuss he now carriesd. "But I will do my best. We should have no trouble with a proverbial 'eye in the sky' paired with your performances."

When the party neared the edge of the mock village, Tayrron began to look for his vantage point that would not be too far away from the scenario. It would also help him to know the lay of the ciry.

Dice Roll:

1d20+9

(14)+9

Total = 23

[Adamah]

The village sat in a flat field, about a mile square. From the western edge the Cadets could not see the gathering, but they could hear a number of raised voices, one in particular, coming from the center of the village.

From previous experiences they knew that the central square had a fountain in the middle, the "town hall" on the north side, and four streets, mirroring the points of the compass, branching out. There were also a number of small alleyways between the buildings on the edge of the square.

The group also knew from previous experience that it was fairly easy to climb to the roofs of the buildings situated around the central fountain.

The ten underclassmen assigned to them waited nearby for orders.