2023, Stage 2 Ravenclaw vs Slytherin: Match 4

Starlee had been feeling good about things so far, the caveat being she had continued to aim at the younger student, who of course wouldn't be as experienced as Hunt. But she was getting tired of the older student, what Hunt really needed was her wand, on the floor, across the room. So, with as much of her concentration as she could muster, she cast a decent Disarming Charm, but Hunt easily dodged it, sending a Tongue-Tying Spell right back at her. It landed, and Starlee realized she couldn't speak. So much for another poorly attempted pep talk.

Although it seemed Evans finally managed to land a hit on Beaufort, and she began tap dancing wildly, and Evans received the same treatment, bringing to ballet dance across the stage. Starlee probably would have chuckled at the sight, had her tongue not been literally tied. 'This is not good...'

ROUND 4

Eun-ji Lee Hunt vs Monica Evans

Reducio

Eun-ji casts Tickling Charm at Monica
Wisdom DC: 9
Wisdom Check: [d20: 4] + 11 = ? > 9 → Success
Accuracy Check: [d20: 9] + 11 = 20
Evasion Check: [d20: 10] + 8 - 2 Dancing Feet + 7 Active Dodge = 23
20 < 23 → Miss

Cynthia Beaufort vs Monica Evans

Reducio

Cynthia casts Knockback Jinx at Monica
Wisdom DC: 9
Wisdom Check: [d20: 12] + 9 = 21 > 9 → Success
Accuracy Check: [d20: 7] + 8 - 1 Dancing Feet = 14
Evasion Check: [d20: 15] + 8 - 2 Dancing Feet + 7 Active Dodge = 28
14 < 28 → Miss

Starlee Kennedy

Reducio

Starlee actively dodges
Dodge Bonus: 5 + 8 * 0.25 = 7

Monica Evans

Reducio

Monica actively dodges
Dodge Bonus: 5 + (8 - 2 Dancing Feet) * 0.25 = 6.5 → 7

The highlight of this round was clearly Monica's ballet performance, thanks to Cynthia's dancing feet spell last round. Although both Ravenclaws showed their coordination in aiming together at Monica, the Slytherin managed to dodge both Cynthia's knockback jinx and Eun-ji's tickling charm, and did so while dancing. Nessie was very impressed; she had difficulty dodging spells when she wasn't dancing. Maybe she should try that sometime?

Meanwhile, Starlee was still tongue-tied, and it looked like she'd moved to dodge as well, even though no spells ended up coming her way. Better safe than sorry, Nessie supposed.

No spells had hit this round, so Nessie breathed a sigh of relief; her duellists were safe and could all keep going for another round. But she'd continue to keep a careful watch on them, in case that ever changed.

Information

1. You have 96 hours from this post's timestamp to owl your moves to me (Nessie Swansea) and to make your 50+ word post.
2. Do not hint at your move in your post, as this can give an advantage to the other team.
3. Remember to send your move and make your post before the deadline. If either of these are not completed in time, your move will be void.
4. Your stats, abilities, and spells are considered locked for this duel. If any are added to your trunk since 26th January, they may not be used.
5. If you have any questions or feedback regarding this post, please feel free to owl or DM me. (I'm still learning - your patience, guidance, and understanding are much appreciated!)
6. Handy links: Duelling Rules, Duelling Spells, and the most recent patch.
7. Good luck and happy duelling!

Note that as Cynthia's account is no longer active, she will be played as an NPC for the remainder of the duel. @Delilah Stewart will be helping out.

The spectator thread for this duel can be found here.
Come cheer for your House and friends!

Blue in English, Red in Korean

It took a huge amount of restraint not to sigh this time. Eun-ji actually didn’t think dodging would be Monica’s first choice but it didn’t matter now. At least Starlee couldn’t cause any trouble this round but it was still a wasted opportunity her team. Perhaps both Ravenclaws ended up too distracted by all the flawless dancing. The witch felt a bit guilty. She shouldn’t let her personal feelings affect the match. They were in a difficult position and couldn’t afford any mistakes. Although she knew one could not avoid missing their target here and there during duels, she still intended to do her best.

On the outside, Eun-ji may have not looked as eager to win as some of the other duellists but she did want to make her team proud. She was just someone, who preferred to keep their emotions in check in front of others so it was not as obvious. Her efforts should be a proof enough of that though. That's right, as long as she did her best, there would be no regrets later...no matter the result.

Cynthia Beaufort @Delilah Stewart ٭ @Starlee Kennedy ٭ @Monica Evans

There was really only a few choices for actions when one's tongue was literally tied and you were unable to cast non-verbally: Body block or dodge. Even though she felt like she wouldn't be targeted, and she wasn't, she much preferred dodging and not willingly putting herself in harms way unless need be. And, to be honest, she wasn't quite in the mood to be throwing herself heroically in front of Evans. No offense to the younger student, but... no thanks.

It seemed both the Ravenclaws honed in on Evans and, despite her entertaining ballet rendition, she managed to dodge both oncoming spells. Now that was something to behold, truly. The moment Starlee felt her tongue release, she offered an authentic compliment to the second year.

"Nice job, Evans."

Posting on behalf of Cynthia Beaufort, who is no longer on site.

Not a lot truly happened this round, Eun-ji and Cynthias spells both missed because of the Slytherins' fast feet. both through the top notch dancing and the actively avoiding the Ravenclaws spells individually. Hopefully Eun-ji and Cynthias luck will get better soon or this duel could really get one sided fast.

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| Partner | @Starlee Kennedy

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This was not an ideal situation.... Though the situation could be much worse... it was far from being the best case senario. Once Monica realized that Starlee couldn't cast, she herself was stuck dancing, it seemed as though the Birds had an upper hand this round.

With not a lot of options, Monica prepared for some spells flying her way this round, at least as best she could. Unfortunately her worst fear was realized. Both opponents lifted their wands towards her... she didn't have a lot of time, but somehow.... it seemed the dancing actually helped her! Monica was gracefully flying across her area, the first spell was casted and she was able to spin out of the way, and right into a beautiful Assemblé. When the next spell came flying.... Monica was really getting into the dancing at this point, she leaped off to the side in a Grande Jeté, out of the way of the spell, and rounding out her very impromptu dance routine. Monica looked over at Starlee, who was able to get over the hex, and gave Monica a genuine complement. Beaming Monica kept in the dance.... though she was still under the spell, her spirits were as high as her leaps were.

| Action |
⊱ Doing as strategized ⊰

| Abilities |
⊱ Beast Master | Martial Arts ⊰

STA 8 • EVA 8 • STR 8 • WIS 5 • ARC 6 • ACC 5
Slytherin Prefect

ROUND 5

Eun-ji Lee Hunt and Cynthia Beaufort

Reducio

Eun-ji casts Healing Spell at Cynthia
Wisdom DC: 11
Wisdom Check: [d20: 9] + 11 = 20 > 11 → Success
Healing: 50 + 9 x 5 = 95 x 1.6 Healing Sage II = 152
Effects: Cynthia recovers 152 HP 98 HP (reaches full HP).

Cynthia Beaufort vs Monica Evans

Reducio

Cynthia casts Dancing Feet Spell at Monica
Wisdom DC: 9 - 2 River Monster Wand = 7
Wisdom Check: [d20: 14] + 9 = 23 > 7 → Success
Accuracy Check: [d20: 14] + 8 + 1 River Monster Wand = 23
Evasion Check: [d20: 19] + 8 - 2 Dancing Feet = 25
23 < 25 → Miss

Starlee Kennedy vs Cynthia Beaufort

Reducio

Starlee casts Fire-Making Spell II at Cynthia
Wisdom DC: 12
Wisdom Check: [d20: 14] + 11 = 25 > 12 → Success
Accuracy Check: [d20: 16] + 8 = 24
Evasion Check: [d20: 1] + 5 = 6
24 > 6 → Hit
Damage: 60 + 7 x 10 = 130
Duration: [d3: 1] → 1 round 1-2: 1 round, 3: 2 rounds
Effects: Cynthia takes 130 damage, and will suffer -60 HP Aflame next round if not nullified.

Monica Evans vs Cynthia Beaufort

Reducio

Monica casts Knockback Jinx at Cynthia
Wisdom DC: 9
Wisdom Check: [d20: 20] → Critical Success
Accuracy Check: [d20: 13] + 5 - 1 Dancing Feet = 17
Evasion Check: [d20: 20] + 5 = 25
17 < 25 → Miss

Nessie watched another exchange of spells, mesmerized by Monica's flawless knockback jinx - the best that Nessie had ever seen, and cast while Monica was still dancing, even - but Cynthia dodged the spell impressively. However, Cynthia's own spell towards Monica, another dancing feet spell, missed as well.

While the younger students in the duel exchanged misses, the older students showed off their impeccable duelling skills. Eun-ji demonstrated her healing prowess once more, but Cynthia wouldn't have long to appreciate the assistance before Starlee's well-aimed Incendio Duo struck. The young Ravenclaw was set aflame, and Nessie winced but tried to keep a careful watch to ensure that she could intervene if medical assistance became necessary.

Information

1. You have 96 hours from this post's timestamp to owl your moves to me (Nessie Swansea) and to make your 50+ word post.
2. Do not hint at your move in your post, as this can give an advantage to the other team.
3. Remember to send your move and make your post before the deadline. If either of these are not completed in time, your move will be void.
4. Your stats, abilities, and spells are considered locked for this duel. If any are added to your trunk since 26th January, they may not be used.
5. If you have any questions or feedback regarding this post, please feel free to owl or DM me. (I'm still learning - your patience, guidance, and understanding are much appreciated!)
6. Handy links: Duelling Rules, Duelling Spells, and the most recent patch.
7. Good luck and happy duelling!

Note that as Cynthia's account is no longer active, she will be played as an NPC for the remainder of the duel. @Delilah Stewart will be helping out.

The spectator thread for this duel can be found here.
Come cheer for your House and friends!

Starlee could tell that Evans had appreciated the compliment, and Starlee almost smiled at the younger student, but ended up pulling back at the last moment. As genuine as her compliment had been, she still wasn't ready to open up her feelings.

But what she was ready for, was another round of dueling. She raised her wand, this time releasing a well cast Incendio Duo that hit Beaufort with little issue. In fact, it almost seemed like she ran right into it. Evans, on the other hand, missed, but she couldn't blame her, especially with the ballet performance she was able to maintain while attempting a cast.

They could do this.

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| Partner | @Starlee Kennedy

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HMonica had gotten the hand of her dancing, feeling the spell weakening, but she had to keep her focus. Lifting her wand, she took aim, and casted the most perfect flipendo she had ever cast! Lucky for the younger ravenclaw, she was able to dodge it spell, with equally impressive moves. Looking over, Monica was thrilled to see her partner was able to not only cast but land her spell! Detect hit! Seemed that everyone was stepping up their game. Monica, able to steady herself, prepared for her next move… they were getting so close, there was no room to let up now.

| Action |
⊱ Doing as strategized ⊰

| Abilities |
⊱ Beast Master | Martial Arts ⊰

STA 8 • EVA 8 • STR 8 • WIS 5 • ARC 6 • ACC 5
Slytherin Prefect

COURTESY REMINDER

There are under 21 hours remaining before this round's deadline.
I still need posts from Eun-ji and Cynthia, and Ravenclaw's actions.

@Eun-ji Lee Hunt @Delilah Stewart