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Post by HSummers on Jul 17, 2010 13:20:16 GMT -5
Peter looks at Kyle with some form of slight discomfort as he is buttering up MJ. Only Peter gets to butter up MJ! But when the offer of a job comes in along with the payscale, Peter says "I'll do it! When do we start?"
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Post by doc on Jul 17, 2010 15:29:01 GMT -5
"As soon as we find our replacement Conan, which is why I'm going to need to a big guy to fill in as-" Kyle's eyes wander as Steve starts walking out, hands in his pockets. "-or maybe not. Ed! Get over here!" Kyle waves over the goateed man who had been talking to Steve earlier. "Who the heck is that?" "Oh, him? He's just a freelance art guy - I wanted him to design some of the backgrounds for us to greenscreen some of the other stuff we were going to CGI in later, but he forgot to email'em and we had to go with our back up guy." Kyle blinks rapidly. "Ed, you're the best art director I got, but you seriously have to learn to get an eye for raw talent when you see it. Or don't, because then you could put me out of a job." Kyle chases after Steve, as MJ drags you along. "Hey, you! yeah you!" Kyle manages to get the jump in front of Rogers. "What's your name big guy." "Steve Rogers, sir." "Steve, can I call you Steve? I was wondering if you could maybe help us out." Kyle quickly summarizes his problem. Steve squirms uncomfortably. "Uhm, Mr. Mount-" "-Kyle, call me Kyle." "Kyle, I'm just an artist-" "What kind? I mean, look at you!" He flails his hands. "Bodybuilding? Mixed Martial Arts? You're a frickin' Adonis! I could make a household name out of you! Look, I'll pay you five times what you would have gotten for your work for just one afternoon. " "Sir, I'd like to help but -" "-MJ, help me out." MJ flashes a smile at Steve. "Please, Mr. Rogers. If we dont' finish today, there'll be a lot of dissapointed people. Kyle just wants to shoot these photos, and it could lead to a movie production, which could help a lot of people getting a job! Please, won't you be our hero?" She adds with a dramatic flourish. Steve gives you a trapped, surprised look. "I guess, if it's just for the afterno-" Kyle springs into action. "Great, this way Stevie-boy wonder my man! MAKEUP! We're gonna need a black wig! Pronto! Costuming! Get your kiesters in gear! I want to shoot in 20!" as he practically drags Rogers into the changing area. Once everyone's out of sight, MJ turns and kisses you again. "Told you there'd be consequences, lover." She smirks. "Now, you need to go get familiar with the equipment, and I need to go get beautiful. See you in twenty." She lands a firm SMACK to your hind quarters and then turns, making sure she saunters off. "Face it Tiger, we're going to be working together! This'll be fun!"
(If you go to check out the photography equipment, you'll need to make a roll on your photography skill)
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Post by HSummers on Jul 18, 2010 1:42:20 GMT -5
Peter's eyes are locked with Steve's during the entire exchange, as he tries not to laugh out loud. When MJ leaves, he watches as she walks off. "I am so damn lucky to be with this woman." As she walks off, his attention turns to the situation at hand. "Oh! The equipment!" He heads over to the stuff and inspects it. (Photography: [dice=100]/67%)[rand=5316730262776052103619338820347020638682279605946622216874850995516]
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Post by doc on Jul 18, 2010 9:31:58 GMT -5
The photography gear is a little more complicated and unfamiliar to you, but you've got a good enough handle on it. Soon enough, the mock "throne room" set is active. there are several beautiful women in outfits similar to MJ's, taking positions on the throw pillows. You see Steve Rogers paraded out in furry boots and trunks, with a long black wig fitted over him. You've seen Cap on the news, where he has a clear presence and gravitas, but here he's out of his element and off-balance, completely out of his depth. A prop guy hands him a sword, which he naturally holds, testing it for balance. "Whoa there! Careful with the props!" "Oh, uhm, sorry." He holds it, clearly unhappy with the mock weapon's weight and balance. Kyle takes his seat in the director's chair. "Alright, let's get our Arkon in here." He looks to the crew of models on the stage. "Alright folks, here's my big surprise for the day. Our Arkon is going to be the guy who we'll be hoping to play the part if this goes to film. So I want you to give a round of an applause for the man, the legend, reprising his most famous role...SIMON WILLIAMS!" Steve visibly winces. Entering the stage area is a man Steve's equal in size and physique, dressed as the interdimensional conqueror that Spidey has crossed paths with before. However, it's public knowledge that Simon Williams is none other than the former Avenger known as...WONDER MAN. The crowd claps politely as Simon enters. He carries a natural screen presence, and smiles and takes a bow. " Thank you thank you and-" his eyes meet Steve's, taking a moment to recognize him. And then his gives a lopsided grin. Steve's expression becomes even more mortified.
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Post by HSummers on Jul 18, 2010 16:43:14 GMT -5
Seeing Simon Williams head out to the floor, Peter notices the tension between him and Steve. I've got your back Cap! He sets off the flash of the camera on accident, trying to annoy/blind Simon. If attention is brought his way, he sheepishly grins and says "Sorry, new camera."
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Post by doc on Jul 19, 2010 16:21:02 GMT -5
Simon smirks as he concentrates and his glowing red eyes turn to to a more natural blue. "Alright, let's get this started." As he does a mock stand off with Cap, a prop "thunderbolt" in his hand as Steve raises his sword. MJ can't resist smirking a little.
(Roll your photography skill 3 times for the shots)
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Post by HSummers on Jul 20, 2010 0:18:37 GMT -5
Peter holds the camera as if it were an extension of his own body. The first shot comes off odd, as he's not used to the equipment. But the second two feel just right.
(Photography: [dice=100][dice=100][dice=100] out of 67%)[rand=7326334531244499440173517190003640069736690457313796597650242297731]
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Post by doc on Jul 20, 2010 11:49:31 GMT -5
Peter snaps the photos, as Kyle looks bored. "OK! Now we need some action, some emotional content! Williams! Somebody? Give me something!"
Mary Jane, a big grin on her face, leaps at Steve. His reflexes being what they are, he catches her in a split second. MJ, unable to resist, giggles a little as puts her hand on his chest. "Are you blushing? for me? A big boy like you? I'm sure you're used to catching a damsel in distress." Steve looks absolutely mortified and barely able to respond.
Another model then more carefully gets into Simons arms. Kyle smiles. "No...wait, this can work! Keep shooting! Good! Good! Give me some emotional content!"
And that's when your Spider-Sense goes off.
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Post by HSummers on Jul 20, 2010 11:57:13 GMT -5
Peter, in the middle of shooting feels his Spider-Sense tingle. "Crap... Now? I can't make this obvious...But if I...Then I won't get paid...Damn!" He puts down his camera and yells "Camera Man needs a Bathroom Break!" as he rushes to grab Steve and drag him toward the bathroom.
IF he makes it there before the danger hits, he'll say "Spidey-Sense" and point to his head.
IF he doesn't make it there before something happens, he'll stare at Steve while the danger happens and wait for his cue.
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Post by doc on Jul 20, 2010 21:14:50 GMT -5
You're unable to grab Cap as you race into the changeroom. Once you return, you find that the roof has been torn off by a man 60 feet tall. You immediately recognize the costume The villainous Goliath (real name Erik Josten), whom last you heard, was a member of the (reformed) Thunderbolts. He immediately slams his fist at Wonder Man, and when he speaks, it's in a high pitched tone that tells you that whoever this guy is, it's not the Goliath you once fought. "WILLIAMS! YOU TOOK MY LIFE! AND I'M GETTING IT BACK!" Simon is driven into the ground like a tent peg as the crew and models scatter. Steve, with your wife still in his arms, rushes her to cover. He gives you a quick nod and glance, the meaning clear: Give me time to change.
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Post by HSummers on Jul 21, 2010 11:57:15 GMT -5
Spider-Man leaps out from the change room and hearing Goliath rant, decides to start one of his own while crawling up the wall to the open roof. "Are you sure he took your life? Maybe he took the manliness of your voice. You sound like a kindergartner. Is that it? Is it nap time for the big guy? Here, I've got your bottle."
Spider-Man fires off a web at Goliath's face in an attempt to blind him (Sticky Glob: [dice=20+10]) and then fires another web at his chest to swing up Goliath's body with (Ectoplasmic Line: [dice=20+12]). He'll ride the swing out all the way up to Goliath's back/shoulder and extend into a web accelerated kick (Strike: [dice=20+10]/Damage: [dice=4][dice=4+30])[rand=0226088231688010847402830646995555335697768791453134187353427362976]
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Post by doc on Jul 21, 2010 15:53:02 GMT -5
Spider-Man's kick makes the giant stagger, but he responds with a wild backhand punch. This clinches it for you that this isn't Josten - he was a better fighter than this.
[dice=20] (Strike)[rand=7773321421227388375237445248382043794548943974316340931368721139605]
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Post by HSummers on Jul 21, 2010 23:37:50 GMT -5
Spider-Man weaves out of the way of the backhand (Autododge: [dice=20+16]) while tossing another web (Ectoplasmic Line: Strike: [dice=20+12]) to swing around the giant's back and deliver a 1-2 (kick and punch)Combo to his jaw and nose (Strike Jaw: [dice=20+10] - Damage: [dice=4][dice=4+30]/Strike Nose: [dice=20+10] - Damage[dice=4+30]).[rand=45955426453812319005205318690934550086901454108835194832100959195]
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Post by doc on Jul 22, 2010 23:46:59 GMT -5
Spider-Man's flurry of blows knocks the giant into the street as he holds his nose. "YOU BWOKE MY NOISE! I'M GONNA HURT YOU!" as he pulls a street lamp out to use as a club.
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Post by HSummers on Jul 23, 2010 2:23:16 GMT -5
Spider-Man lands on the ground as Goliath staggers backward. When Goliath goes to grab a lamppost, Spider-Man throws a web (Ectoplasmic Net - Strike: [dice=20+12]) at the post and yanks it out of his hands (Superhuman Strength: 45). "Ah, ah, ah big guy. This is strictly a no weapons match. I mean, if you discount the webshooters. And the living weapon that's gonna rebreak your nose with his shield in about ten seconds" Spider-Man bluffs, hoping that Captain America will show up in time to make his witty banter more than an idle threat.[rand=9412728712954568346223727743193118894713205808666827758836123679]
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