ParagonAlpha Posted January 2, 2009 Report Share Posted January 2, 2009 Years ago I ran three one-shot games that had Dr. Destroyer as the uniting factor in all three stories. Part 1: Dawn of the Destroyer (Four Color, Modern Era) Dr. Destroyer has planned to release a virus across the entire Earth. Billions would die but the survivors would all possess superpowers, forever changing the balance of power on the planet. The news of this impending threat reaches the population of Earth resulting in mass riots and chaos spread everywhere. Heroes around the world are hard-pressed to stop the actions of the panicked. To make matters worse Dr. Destroyer releases a small dose of the virus to show the world the threat. Only a few heroes remained to actually try and stop Dr. Destroyer's plans, an unlikely group, forced to use what skills they have to save the world. The Altruist (played by Craig) - Once one of the most powerful telekinetics in the world, but self-doubt and bad times had whittled away at his confidence enough that even it even effected his level of power. Dragon (played by Ringo) - An ancient Chinese dragon that has assumed human form to better understand mankind. Darkwing (played by Braun) - A dark, defender of justice unable or unwilling to accept that he is not a comic book character. Mecha X (played by Matt) - A young man born with reality altering powers, hindered only by his love of anime. Masquerade (played by Kim) - A government assassin with the ability to alter her shape and read the thoughts of others. Vanguard (played by Bob) - A silicon creature who believes he is a human capable of altering his form. Has assumed the identity of a long dead hero. Peacekeeper (NPC, was going to be played by Kim's Husband but he couldn't show) - A police officer who, when faced with stress, transforms into a flying, super strong hero, all without his awareness. The heroes first learned that the creator of the virus was in hiding in the Rocky Mountains, protected by government agents. Unfortunately they arrive to find agents of Dr. Destroyer in the process of assaulting the safe house. Trickery and luck are on the heroes side as they defeat the assault squad and rescue the doctor. While the doctor is preparing the counter agent, a second assault by Dr. Destroyer's agents is launched against the doctor, lead by Gigaton. The heroes manage to win the day, barely. In the process they discover the whereabouts of Dr. Destroyer, an island floating in space. An attempt to assault the island base fails and the heroes are 'captured' by Dr. Destroyer and invited to side with him. He explains that he long ago planned the events and all his actions in the past were simply steps leading to this day, including the death of the Altruist's family, friends and his downward spiral of self-confidence. In a fit of rage, the Altruist attacks Dr. Destroyer, the rest immediately attack Raksasha, and eventually manage to escape into the base. While Darkwing distracts Dr. Destroyer, the rest attempt to disable the delivery devices that hold the virus, before they can be launched towards Earth. Vanguard is killed, his silicon form torn to pieces. Darkwing is badly injured and fails to stop the launch sequence. The rest attempt to stop the launch bay doors from opening. The Altruist rushes to attack Dr. Destroyer, his powers restored to their original level, making him the only chance to stop Dr. Destroyer. Dragon, knowing that he can no longer deny what he his, calls upon his long unused magic and summons the spirits of dead warriors and the ghosts of thousands arrive, among them many fallen superheroes, among them Vindicator, the assumed guise of Vanguard. The ghost of Vindicator, joins with the remains of Vanguard, healing him at the cost of both their psyches, fusing them into once person. The rest do everything they can to disable the devices and stop the launch doors. Meanwhile the Altruist and Dr. Destroyer battle in epic fashion, tearing the base apart and accidentally venting the reactor that powers it. With only minutes before the base explodes the heroes realize they will stop the virus' release, but at the cost of their lives. Peacekeeper, in his police identity is dying for some unknown reason. He is forced against his will to transform. His condition worsens and they realize some form of radiation is killing him, but he is the only one that can survive in space. Several shipping crates remain in the launch area and with quick thinking, are insulated and the heroes are sealed inside, with only a limited amount of air. Peacekeeper carries them out of the base and enters the Earth's atmosphere. The Altruist and Dr. Destroyer continue to fight, but the Doctor is proving to be to much for the Altruist, who is hard-pressed to just keep the Doctor busy while his friends escape and the reactor can explode. Peacekeeper finds re-entry to be more than he can handle, but fights against the pain and illness to get the crate into the atmosphere, his body burned and torn to pieces. The other heroes free themselves from the crate just as Peacekeeper loses consciousness and begins to plummet towards the ground. They manage to save him before he hits, but he is close to dying. The reactor finally explodes and the sky is filled with a bright flash. The heroes realize that they have won, but at the cost of the Altruist's life. A memorial service is held a week later, for those who have died in the events and to honor the Altruist. Mecha X creates an image of a flag, flapping in the wind, reflected forever in the tombstone of the Altruist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hagadorn Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy Clap, Clap, Clap. Well done, Sir. This is the sort of thing that takes Monthes. But you sir managed it in three games? Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoreBrute Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy As above. This sounds like an awesome game, and some cool character designs. wait a minute...Part 1? There's more? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParagonAlpha Posted January 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy Clap, Clap, Clap. Well done, Sir. This is the sort of thing that takes Monthes. But you sir managed it in three games? Well done. Actually I managed that in ONE game. We played for 4 hours, took a 1 hour lunch break and played for 4 more hours. I had one player who came from 200 miles away and another who came from 800 miles. I had a small window. The pacing was important and things went well. The player of Masquerade was a first time Champions player, but she is an incredible role-player so I wasn't worried. She amazed everyone, which is a huge feat considering there was over 50 odd years of combined Champions experience at the table. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParagonAlpha Posted January 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy As above. This sounds like an awesome game, and some cool character designs. wait a minute...Part 1? There's more? I'll have Part 2 posted by tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubba smith Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy Clap, Clap, Clap. Well done, Sir. This is the sort of thing that takes Monthes. But you sir managed it in three games? Well done. i concur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matrix3 Posted November 17, 2009 Report Share Posted November 17, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy Some thread necromancy, but is there a part II or III to this? Please? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheQuestionMan Posted November 17, 2009 Report Share Posted November 17, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy Very Nicccccceee!!! Cool even QM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peregrine Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy Dr. D as a trilogy... about the only way I'd use him, with a superhero movie-style ending (i.e., "He's dead, Jim"). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Holck Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy It is epic makes my want to prepare for the holiday game with old friends Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadborder Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy Epic. Really epic. Well done, sir! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virtue Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy Cant wait to see part 2 and 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Holck Posted November 19, 2009 Report Share Posted November 19, 2009 Re: Dr. Destroyer Trilogy doh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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