Vaudevillain VV4, 12 - Table Talk

VV4, 12 - Table Talk

Dr. Zlo appeared inside his usual haunt, the repurposed mansion on the underside of Skyline. His minions ca to greet him, alerted to his presence by the clattering of surprised Jacques.

Boss! Cass said as soon as he ca down. Thank goodness youre here! So of the Jacques thought it would be a good idea to bake you a cake in the kitchen.

How repulsive, Dr. Zlo said. You know I abhor any form of kindness.

Cass wrung his hands together. I know, boss. I tried to warn them. But they just made dismissive gestures and continued with their task.

Well, feel free to get Brunhilde to punish them, Dr. Zlo said. Shell whip them into shape.

Thats just it, boss, Cass said. One of the Jacques baking the cake is Brunhildes lover.

Dr. Zlo rolled his eyes. Fine. It seems I must do everything myself!

Dylan strode up the stairs, opening his ssenger as he did.

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Going to be a bit late. Jacques situation.

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The player made their way into the kitchen. A squad of Jacques stood around a single mixing bowl, each taking a turn to stir what looked to be cake batter. Dylan didnt have to act to make a face, the batter looked lumpy.

What is this nonsense! He shouted.

The Jacques jumped and then turned as one to try and hide the bowl.

Dont you try and hide that! Dr. Zlo roared. Cass told you were attempting to bake a cake! , the foremost criminal mastermind!

The Jacques all nodded. The four behind the one in front pushed the minion, making him stumble forward.

Well, Dr. Zlo said with an arched eyebrow. Explain yourself.

The Jacques perford a series of hand gestures, many of which Dylan couldnt catch. However, he was able to uncover the gist of the conversation.

You wanted to do sothing special for our yearly anniversary? The villain asked incredulously.

The Jacques all nodded.

Dr. Zlo softened. Well, Ill be. No ones ever done sothing like that for before.

The Jacques turned their heads sheepishly.

And thats because everyone knows that I abhor such niceties! The villain shouted.

The Jacques jumped in surprise as Dr. Zlo blasted the cake batter with his monocle, turning it and the bowl to pieces.

Now, follow . Were eting up with our usual neerdowells and I expect you to be on your worst behavior.

The Jacques nodded frantically, practically tripping over each other to follow Dr. Zlo.

The Villain in question walked out of his hideout door and into the streets of Skyline. Other villains skulked around the hideout, perhaps looking for chances to invade. Or more likely, to accost Dr. Zlo.

Dylan had made quite a na for himself in the past months, what with all the streaming videos his friends put on Viewtube. He had watched a few, mostly because he was curious, and was surprised to see how many people enjoyed his shenanigans. Millions of people viewed the channel and it had apparently inspired many of the players to join nagerie.

For a bit, there had been a few players in the faction that had tried to constantly befriend him, but the leadership had put a stop to that. Dextra and the others had instituted a rule that left Dr. Zlo his privacy. Now, those looking to be in a video followed him in the background, doing their best not to be seen until a big reveal.

Dr. Zlo made his way to the central skyscraper where the cafe stood. The OOC lounge was where players could relax both in and out of character. Heroes and villains mingled about, friends and acquaintances discussing or making small talk. Sweet Dream, Riptide, Oro, and who Dylan assud to be Jack all sat at a table near the edge of the room.

The noticeable thing about Jacks new character were the high cheekbones. It gave her an austere look that reminded Dylan of a strict teacher, a far cry from her more personable crafting character. The other standout change was her hair. It was neither ssy nor a pixie cut but neatly cut brown curls that looked stiffened with gel. She wore a black pintstripe suit that gave her a threatening air. The machine gun resting beside the chair helped bring it all together.

Wow, that is so character design, Dylan said as he sat down.

Jack smiled, her strict look breaking apart as she talked. Thanks. I modeled it off Bonnie from Bonnie and Clyde but added so May Day from Bond. Youve got that classic villain thing going so I figured a classic assassin was a perfect addition.

And Dr. Zlo doesnt have an assassin yet, Dylan said. Thats aweso.

Glad you like it, Jack answered.

Right dudes, Riptide said. Dream and I talked it out and we think Oros character should go first.

Really? Oro asked. You sure?

Yeah, dude! Riptide said. Weve done a bunch of stuff with Dr. Zlo already, so it makes sense for you to get to do your thing.

Whats your character agian by the way? Dylan asked. Its been a bit since you played it.

I went with another simple character, the man answered. Rough is a man with mutant rock powers. I can eat earthen materials and gain power form it. I can also materials into armor, the denser the better.

Well, that gives us a simple plan, Dylan said. Its easy enough to have you steal from so state-of-the-art facility for the newest dense tal.

Dude! We can get you so Osmium. I read that its so of the densest stuff out there! Riptide said.

I dont mind, Oro said. I hadnt put too much thought into this character other than that I needed to be the tank. Thats normally the role I take with everyone else.

Do you like doing it? Sweet Dream asked.

Oro shrugged. Its alright. Interesting enough and its fun to laugh at people who cant hurt .

Ooh, youve got a sadistic streak, Jack said with a smirk.

I an, he did tie himself up at one point, so maybe not, Dylan joked.

Oro laughed. Co on now dont pin this on . You were totally into at the ti.

Well I couldnt help it, Dylan said. If a hero is tied up and Dr. Zlo is in the vicinity. He has to monologue.

Dude! Riptide exclaid. Are you another super nerd?

I an I enjoy it as much as the next guy, Oro said. Theyre a fun ti when you want to turn your brain off. I love the ones that make you think though.

Before we get any more off topic, Sweet Dream said. Oro, do you want to stay as this character? We dont mind if you make sothing else you havent tried before.

Im good guys, Oro said. I dont have another villain idea in mind. Besides, Im more about the experience. It was why we went through all the quests in the beginning. Theres a ton of story in each city, and so span multiple cities. Sure so are bad, but others knock it outta the park.

Well, if youre fine with it, were fine with it, Jack said. Now, what kind of cri should we commit?

Im all for the, rob the high tech facility, one, Oro said.

I dont know. Its a bit too mundane for soone whod hang with Dr. Zlo, Dylan said.

What if we stole a teorite or sothing? Sweet Dream offered. Play into the whole, star tal is sohow this mystical tal of power, trope.

I think that would depend on the teorite, Jack answered. Any old one wont do.

We could also search for tals that are only found in superhero stories, Oro comnted. Like adamantium and such.

Dudes, lets obtain so unobtanium, Riptide laughed.

Dylan chuckled. An idea struck him. Wait, since Dr. Zlo has to be the smartest guy in the room, how about we steal materials so he can make a new tal for Rough? We could steal the mystical star tals, adamantium, and all sorts of things.

That sounds like a bigger thing than a simple cri, Oro said. I dont want to take up all that ti. Lets do sothing we can finish before the morning.

Fair enough, Dylan said. He filed the impossible tal away for later.

You know, we should ask Dextra, Jack said. Im sure theyll have a good suggestion, considering they know everything.