Inago

'Twas the night before last, and all through the city
Not a joke was had, or a comment so witty.
No banners hung from the rooftops with care,
Just murders and theft with lots of despair.

The police were all just hiding at home,
The statues outside with crumbling stone.
Screams and cries of loved ones lost,
The value of lives not given much cost.

When down the street arose such a clatter,
That was shortly followed by footstep patter.
Some music played with a light show that flashed,
Colourful figures with weapons that bashed.

The moonlight made their masks almost glitter,
At the front of the line, a man who looked bitter.
He paused for a moment to survey the land,
A hat on his head and sword in his hand.

A frown to a smile, could melt anyones heart,
His arms open wide, a speech he would start.
"The Circus is here with whistles and bells,
To send all your evil to the deepest of hells!"

"Now, Antic! Now, Frolic! Now, Dapple and Smiler!
On, demons! On, devils! On sprites and defilers!
To the top of the road! To the top of the Mall!
Now smash away! Smash away! Smash away all!"

"To all those criminals both large and small,
We're coming for you - short, average or tall.
So come out, come out! Wherever you are!
Don't try to run... You won't get that far!"

And then there was movement up on the roof,
The clowns below still stood proud and aloof.
An army of men came down from up top,
With a volley of grenades that they did drop.

Dressed for a war from their heads to their feet.
Guns, armour and blades with uniforms neat.
But caught offguard the circus was not.
They had planned for this moment, they hadn't forgot.

A battle ensued, the casualties were high.
The shadows were moving and that's not a lie.
Out of dark portals the demons came.
Black clouds of death, soldiers souls they would claim.

Moments had passed, all but one dead,
Surrounded by the circus, blood on his head.
Their leader faced him, the smile had returned,
A fire in his eye with flames that still burned.

"We kept you alive so you could tell the tale,
That we're back in town and your tactcs fail.
Technology and weapons can't beat the Cirque,
Return to your masters and beware where we lurk!"

The warrior said nothing, he sighed and he turned.
Retreating alone, a lesson he'd learned.
To get his revenge he would have to train,
He had to ge stronger to make them feel pain.

Increasing rage turned on latent power.
A mutant he was and this was his hour.
Marrowstrike was born, a legend had started.
"The Cirque de la Lune will wish they'd departed!"

Is catnip still one? ^^

Had just saved mine minutes before it happened. Edited it and added new bits so it's up to date now too! Just need a new pic or two.

I was just getting round to updating Inago's page! It's years out of date. Fingers crossed!

Also, the only hatred in Inago's backstory came from his Uncle's jealousy. He wanted Inny's powers so he could relive his glory days.

I wholeheartedly agree. Cryptic didn't include such a story/topic as it would overcomplicate their world and could easily spiral out of control. Racial hatred vs mutants or whatever else mixed with MMOs = bad idea! Especially when people have considerably varying views on what is acceptable and what isn't. The whole Rikti and Vanguard idea was enough CoX canon wise.

[u]Update:[u] 24/08/07 - Inago has turned himself in and the bounty on his head is now withdrawn. However, new evidence suggests that he may not have actually committed the murders. He will still be held on charges of resisting arrest and assaulting Hero Corps officers during the ongoing investigation.

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Um... you missed some thing.
it's right ... there *points*
and a typo here, and there too...

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Now that was just mean, Ghosty! Mean and nasty!











Do it again!

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I know I missed some things but... meh. I'm over it now. Plus FFM... you know how much this drove me insane! Be nice!

It seems my addiction to editing Inago's page has passed for now. Yay! FREEDOM!

*sigh* I can't stop adding stuff to Inago's page... after this current plot finishes and i've added it on I might have to ask you to lock that page so I can never edit it again. :P

I majorly updated Inago's page and added 2 stories as well as some art. Enjoy! It's the first time i've actually written Inny's history down all in one place. Took me a while. Let me know what you think!

"...the new Steel Guard fought another armored hero in the sky of Talos Island. The other hero claimed to be named Steel Guard too and called his opponent an impostor."

[u]Update:[u] 10/08/07 - Failed attempt by Longbow troops to arrest the fugitive. Surprisingly, there were no deaths. 7 men were taken to hospital with injuries.

[u]Bounty Update:[u] Wanted Dead or Alive
[u]Reason:[u] Deaths of 5 security guards and the theft of a spellbook.

"I can't believe Inago has killed again. This time a group of security guards who were looking after an old spellbook. That's messed up..."

[u]Wanted Alive - Inago[u]


[u]Reward:[u] $500,000
[u]Reason:[u] Murder of Hypnogram. Massacre of Hellions, Skulls, Tsoo and Carnival of Shadows members. Theft of ancient artifact.
[u]Other Details:[u] Must be turned in to Longbow or detained at nearest PPD station.


Personal Data

[u]Forename:[u] Kyo
[u]Family name:[u] Unknown
[u]Gender:[u] Male
[u]D.O.B.:[u] 12/17/1989
[u]Birthplace:[u] Japan (Exact location unknown)
[u]Marital Status:[u] Single
[u]Known Relative(s):[u] Once the adopted son of an extraterrestrial?, Mileena Lim. They no longer have contact. No other family known.
[u]Occupation:[u] Full time hero/vigilante?
[u]Group Affiliation:[u] Cirque de la Lune
[u]Known Associate(s):[u] Various heroes from other groups including: Dr McAllister and Veskit.
[u]Current Location:[u] Unknown. The subject is constantly on the move due to Rikti invasion.
[u]Additional Information:[u] Subject is a confirmed veteran of two wars (First Rikti War, Requiem War). However, there are also rumors of his involvement in another two. Has experience in time and dimensional travel. Details of the rest of his life are still being researched.

Physical Description

[u]Race/Ethnicity:[u] Caucasian
[u]Height:[u] 4ft 2
[u]Weight:[u] 85lbs
[u]Build:[u] Slim/Athletic
[u]Hair Color:[u] Ginger/Red
[u]Eye Color:[u] Blue
[u]Complexion:[u] Pale
[u]Distinguishing feature(s):[u] Subject has a number of scars.
- 2 infront of right ear.
- Various small scars on arms and around knuckles.
- Several large scars across back.
- 1 scar along left thigh.
- Few small scars around knees, shins and feet.
- Bullet wound scar through left shoulder.
- 3 additional bullet wound scars. 1 on chest and 2 back.
[u]Typical Combat Appearance:[u] Insectoid Armor. Looks similar to a grasshopper.
[u]Typical Civilian Appearance:[u] Green leather jacket and bandana. Always casual.


Tactical Analysis

[u]Origin:[u] Unknown. However, scans suggest that he is magic based.
[u]Fighting Style:[u] Unique Martial Arts (Focuses on the power in the legs)
[u]Metahuman Power(s):[u] Insectoid armor, heightened senses/agility/speed/strength/leaping and possibly limited flight.
[u]Other Skills/Abilities:[u] Ability to speak both Japanese and English fluently. Skills may include lockpicking and pickpocketing. Confirmation of this is yet to be made.
[u]Notable Equipment:[u] N/A
[u]Transportation:[u] N/A

((News report on Channel 7 News at various points during the day.))

"...That's right Kent, i'm here reporting from a gruesome scene at City Hall where a hero has been murdered. The hero in question is Hypnogram and his body was discovered by security guards in the MAGI vault in the early hours of the morning. A priceless artifact was also stolen. It looks like that even with the majority of the Rikti contained, this city still has problems as always."

"A source has told us that security footage taken shows Inago entering the building through a side window and sneaking down to the vault itself. Yes, you heard correctly... The young hero is the prime suspect in this murder and Longbow have issued a warrant for his arrest."

"Rumor has it that Hypnogram may have had contacts within the Circle of Thorns and may have also been working for them as a spy. We have attempted to secure an interview with Azuria but have as of yet been unsuccessful. There has also been no comment as to the details of the stolen artifact."

"News of this murder comes just a day after there were reports of Inago rampaging across town and slaughtering gangs of Hellions, Skulls, Tsoo and even the Carnival of Shadows. He seems to be targeting magic orientated groups."

"PPD are calling for witnesses of the crimes. The contact number for them is on your screen now."

"That's all from me. David Lane, reporting for Channel 7 News. Now back to the studio."

Frolic lost her powers and was killed by Rikti. Inago is on a revenge killing spree of Rikti atm. Frolic was his favorite.

Thanks for the help! Got 4 badges tonight!

[u]Blood and Confetti[u]

Have you ever been to see the circus? Not an average circus with caged, ill looking animals. A circus of true entertainment, like the Cirque du Soliel. Bright costumes, amazing aerial acrobatics and some of the most talented performers in the world. Truly a wonder to behold. Watching the Cirque de la Lune in battle is just as exciting. Their graceful movements and calculated strikes matched only by their colorful armour.

It's sad to say that their power is waning. Since the departure of their lord and master, Jest er, this controversial but powerful group has weakened and their numbers have been in slow decline. A few have lost their magic altogether and his Dark Clowns have been falling apart without him. Many of them are still off fighting the Carnival of Shadows in several different realities. It is only through the effort of two of their strongest, the Awesome Inago and Indestructible New Moon, that the circus manages to push on.

And so their story continues...

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They were surrounded... Stranded in the middle of a war zone with no chance of escape and the enemy closing in on all sides. Hundreds of Rikti soldiers, thirsty for blood. Two lonely souls, brought together as part of a family, fighting against all odds. The male, clad in his black and purple battle suit and the female, draped in the purple and yellow that she knew so well. Inago and Frolic we're proud to fly the flag of the Cirque de la Lune.

Inny stood the tattered banner in the middle of the clearing, keeping an eye on the enemy as he used some rubble to prop it up. This is where they would make their final stand. He glanced to at his sister and pulled down the mask that covered the lower half of his face so that she could see his smile.

"Ready, Frolic-ane? It's time to show them what a real party is like!"

She bobbed her head up and down, her pink hair trailing behind. "This is gonna be soooo much fun, little brother! It's a shame the others are missing this!"

"We must be the lucky ones!" He cracked his knuckles and closed his eyes for a moment to listen to his family "From the sound of it they have their hands full as well."

The aliens were nearing weapons range. The sound of metal boots clashing against rock grew louder and louder as they came closer.

Frolic giggled. Inago couldn't decide whether her amusement and lack of fear was either inspiring or terrifying in itself. He'd spent so much time with her over the last year that he was becoming more than used to her bizarre ways.

Frolic's giggle escalated into a maniacal laugh as she jumped up and down on the spot. "They're here brother! They're here! Is it time to play now? Please, let me go play!"

Inago simply nodded and replied "Go play, Frolic-ane. Have all the fun you want! Banzai!" He leaped forward towards the closest Rikti, his legs spread out infront of him.

By the time his vicious kick split the helmet of his first target in two, the others around were already held in place by Frolic's dark magic. It was easy pickings from here. All he had to do was land the blows and watch them fall. The foes who could still use their weapons tried desperately to hit the pair with their laser fire but to no avail.

"BOOOYAH!" Inny used the sheer power in his legs to catapult two soldiers into the center of another group, knocking them all down. "Suge! He shoots! He scores!"

Frolic was busy having fun of her own as she summoned anvils and other heavy objects over unsuspecting enemies, just like she'd seen on some cartoons. "Squish, squash! Squish, squash! I'm making bloody pancakes!"

When fighting separately they were formidable. The young Inago dodged attacks with seemingly little effort before launching his own. He constantly varied his speed to confuse his opponents and keep them guessing his next move, whilst Frolic added little special effects to her fighting. Random showers of confetti, fireworks and streamers were just a few of the tricks she had up her sleeve to make the action much more pleasing to the eye.

The astonishing act came when they combined their skills into an unbeatable force of what could only be described as beautiful violence and destruction. His deadly moves and her flare would entertain any onlookers and even managed to distract some of the Rikti. They perfectly complimented each other. Nothing could stop them.

That was until the unthinkable happened. The gravity fields failed and their super-human speed slowed. Frolic's powers were failing. She gasped as she struggled to use her abilities. "Nooo! Why arn't they working? The pretty pinks... they're not working!"

Inago had just finished dispatching another squad of Rikti. He turned round to face his companion, his face dropping as he saw something he'd never seen before. Frolic was scared... The markings on her face were running. That was impossible... it wasn't make-up! It was part of her. Something was terribly wrong.

The face of the girl turned sour and tears rolled down her face, washing away the purple colours. "Daddy! Daddy's been gone too long! I need my daddy!" She stomped her feet like an impatient child.

"Calm down... I'm here for you." Inny was trying to sound confidant as he made his way towards her.

The Rikti that had previously been held down by Frolic's magic had now recovered and had regrouped. Realizing they were in with a chance, they charged. Just as Inago made it to his sister's side they were overcome by the soldiers.

He managed to fight them back, forcing the remaining few to retreat. "Hah! That shows them. No-one messes with the..." His speech was cut short as he saw the blood stained tatters of what had been Frolic's clothing. She was lying there with deep cuts in her chest and stomach, still alive, but barely. He was experienced enough in wars to know that those wounds were fatal.

Inago dropped to his knees next to her and cuddled her carefully. He spoke with a soft whisper "...Why are you lying down? ...Stop being silly. It's time to get up."

"I think I had an accident..." She coughed "Can I have the band aids... with the pink animals on?"

He managed a half smile as he swallowed back his grief, trying to make Frolic's last few moments as happy as possible. "Hai. Then you can relax for a bit and play with your dolls." He paused and bit his lip.

Frolic's face lit up "Oh! We can also watch Tom and Jerry... with the hammers and cartoony violence." Her smile drooped as her eyes closed. There was one last breath before her body went limp. Inny burst into tears and rocked his big sister in his arms. They weren't related by blood, but he loved her all the same. Out of all the Dark Clowns, she was his favorite.

The clomping of metallic boots signaled the return of the Rikti. They had brought reinforcements. From the sound of it there were a fair few.

Inago gently lay Frolic's body on the group next to the banner and pulled his mask back up. He yelled at them in Japanese "ZAKKENAYO! OMAE O KOROSU!"

There was hatred in his eyes and this was his chance for revenge. He would slaughter every last one of them and then hunt more. He would fight till his body failed him.

Today's the day! Hope to see you online.

You all know Veskit is a dude! YOU RULE MAN! YOU RULE! *high five*

Right, i'll be in game at 6pm on friday then. Just send a tell to me @inago. I'll contact the people already on the list to see if they're on. Then we can get down to business.

Even if we don't have a full team i'm sure we can pick some up along the way. who knows, we may even get a rolling group so people can join, get the badge and leave. Allowing the next person to join, etc. *shrugs*

I'm sympathetic to the rock club dilemma. Unfortunately my local one jhas closed down so I have to travel to get to one... :'( I've no idea on time scale. I'm 1/3 of the way into the badge through soloing. Maybe someone else can estimate the time?