Chapter 1: Introduction
"If I flash the guard, can we get past this stupid 'one only lies, one only tells the truth' bullshit so we can get to the dragon?" Alicia asked.
She played Flowers, a nimble Elven Mage whose magical prowess was often outshined by her physical beauty. The group had found themselves locked in a cavern, unable to proceed further without interrogating a pair of unhelpful statues.
Daniel, the Game Master who had written several successful graphic novels with Mark back in college, shook his head disapprovingly. "That's cheating, Alicia."
" Mark scolded her playfully, a mischievous sparkle in his green eyes. He was playing Savage, a stoic human paladin, always ready to protect those in need. "Besides, what would Savage look like to Gygaz the Mighty if I just flashed my tits at every obstacle?"
"Fine, then let's just fight our way through!" Alicia pouted playfully, crossing her arms. "Savage might not care, but Flower needs some action too, you know!"
Sarah laughed heartily, shaking his head at her husband and her best friend. "You two never change, do you?"
Sarah chimed in, sipping her wine with a wink. "Always scheming for shortcuts and quick fixes." She played Bliss, a bard with enchanting melodies and an uncanny ability to charm any creature. Her character was more strategic and diplomatic than Alicia's and Mark's impulsive approach.
"What do you think, Daniel?" Mark asked, looking at the Game Master. Daniel was always the voice of reason, always calculating the consequences of rash decisions. His character, however, was anything but boring.