Mauve Manticore Submission Thread

• Getting back to the Nest.
• Gast86
• Pre-Battle text(In the voice of David Attenborough):
  Here we get to witness rare footage of an ever so elusive forrest creature. It's an Ankheg Nymph trying to make it's way back to the nest. Notice how it seems as if the Chupacabra's are aiding it? That's because they are. Through powerfull feromones it secretes along with acid. Now if it could only controll Maple Trees in the same fashion.

Note: Trees respawn every other round.

• Post-Battle text.: The Ankheg Nymph has safely made it home. Unfortunately it has to make several fourage trips a day in order to feed its queen.

 

Title: Oozeball Champions

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Name of account:

Maniafig

Pre-battle flavour text:

It was a long and arduous journey for Mince, Fillfork, Nom, Gravy and Other, but their unique and non-violent strategies allowed them to win the first World Oozeball Championship! They used a perfect 2-2-1 composition, and with Mine & Fillfork as midfield Blockers, Nom & Gravy as ranged Pitchers and Other acting as a stalwart shield, the competition stood no chance. Their eschewing of the conventional Amorphous Form strategy in particular was a deciding factor.

They were almost home now, the World Championship trophy jiggling on top of Other's head, and they can already hear the celebratory festivities in the distance. But what's this? It seems some other competitors don't agree with the outcome of the Championship, it's the Pitch-Black Puddings and the Jet-Black Jellies, and they're not here to offer a congratulatory wiggle!

Other has to make it back home, lest they wrest the trophy away from it! The trophy is far too heavy for Mince & Fillfork or Nom & Gravy to carry without breaking their honed formations, they'll have to resort to their tried and true Oozeball skills!

Post-battle flavour text:

Other bonks the quite oddly-shaped trophy against the door and a crowd of people quickly emerges from the room, shooing away the cruel custards and showering the Oozeball Champions with gifts and praise!

The champions are invited to sit down and osmosis some delicious cake, and Other is asked to give a rousing speech:

"Blorple, blorp."

These inspirational words will live on in Ooze memory across all Cardhuntria.

Note: Uses AI3 music. Only the Oozeball can score on the victory terrain.

 

Name: The Mutant Plot
Account: Hildorwen

Intro

The wizard sneered at the meagre defense of the environmental controls. With Darius gone there has never been a better chance to take control of the mutants. It was a simple matter of persuading the cunning mutants of the advantages his rule. Their knowledge had proved invaluable. The world would finally give him what he deserved. His division approached the final computer and only two brutes dared stand in the way.

"step aside brutes, you are no match for our cunning"

Outro

His haste had squandered the opportunity of a life time. No mutant would ever trust his plans again. Cunning is no substitute for adaptability.

 

Boulder to the Rescue
Account Hildorwen

Intro

Nob has locked himself in the pantry. Generally this would be fine but due to heavy rain the pantry has flooded. Lord Stafford has only just returned from CryptCo with his new boulder. He could never reach the door in time. Can you help rescue Nob?

In this scenario your draws are fixed.


outro

Nob thanks you for his rescue. Even if you firestorm him on a regular basis.

Notes:
As it’s not simple to state the cards that will be drawn each turn in the intro, this would probably need to be the 1st scenario if ever used.

 

Title: Merging of the World

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Name of account: Maniafig

Pre-battle flavour text:

Cephalopodian invaders from Nebula Eight? Digital denizens of the Cyber City? Zealously zenned-out animated armaments? Hoity-toity smooth-talking businessmen of leisure? Yup, this has Caverns of Chaos written all over it. The entropy has been getting worse and worse, now it's even merging totally distinct worlds into garbled messes! Could it have something to do with those black rocks you keep seeing hovering over the chaotic portals?

You wearily sigh and pray to Glasod that she may gift you with her presence, but you find yourself taking entirely unknown shapes and your equipment in a state of complete flux. You'll have to think on your toes now, and it's only through sheer focus that you can will these entropic irregularities into a usable selection of tools. But what to pick? What to choose?

Post-battle flavour text:

The black rock at the center of the portal emits a dazzling display of colours as the worlds split apart again. A minor victory. But alas, also a short-lived one, as the black rock is picked up by a giant hand in the sky and rolled as if it were a mere pebble. After it lands, a whirlwind of architecture unfolds around the black rock and strange figures fall down from the sky, new worlds being merged once again.

You could swear you heard voices squabbling over this force called 'Arr Enji'. Could this be some sort of higher power? For a brief moment you consider giving in and and praying to these mysterious forces, but you banish these thoughts from your mind. Not now. Not yet...

Note: Player uses Quick Draw mechanics. Uses Citadel Track 3.

 

Title: Three-man job.
Screenshot: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2817717562

Name of account: Gast86
Pre-battle text:
Chef Ramses went home for the night, but he's left a list of chores for you to do.
*clear out the cellar pantry.
*chop up Argalex's food.
* make sure that lower basement hatch is still locked tight.
*don't let anybody near the money chest.

Garcotto is exhausted from a long shift and is about to go home. As you're about to get started on your shift as a nightguard, a group of jolly youths shows up looking for a midnight snack.
You shrug as you mutter. "Great night for James to call in sick."

*(Note: No Victory Points are awarded for deaths. Garcotto can only attack once per round.)*

Post-battle text:
As the sun comes up you start to nodd off. Falling asleep on the money chest. You're just happy Argolex isn't a fussy eater.

 

Happy Hatchday
by Fanturluche

"What could this thing possibly be? And why would the little ones bring it here?"
"Let's destroy it!"
"Looking tasty! Me want a bite"
"A tower of food
Evil eyes and nasty teeth
The cake is alive"

Spoiler: Victory text

"Yummy thingy in my belly. Me happy!"
"Bit after bit
Bite after bite
That's how the cake has crumbled"
"Let's find more things to destroy!"
"Why am I hanging out with those guys?"

 

Capitalism, Hoi!
by Fanturluche

There is a new item shop in town!
A wide variety of wares, for all your adventure needs.
Our guilded merchant Brad and his lovely Pixie assistant are there to welcome you and give you advice if you need.
We also evaluate your findings, and we will likely give you the best price you can ever find for them.
We are located on top of Eastpass Hill and we give great discounts during the opening week.
Come and visit us!

Spoiler: Victory text

We are aware that a few sets of items we have sold turned out to be defective. We apologize for the inconvenience. However, there is no need for violence towards our employees, as we will give you a FULL REFUND for these items. Additionally, we will give you one of our most popular FUNGUS HATS as compensation.
We are looking forward to seeing you again in our shop.

Slightly inspired by the game Recettear, An Item Shop's Tale