Estarra's voice shatters the cosmic equilibrium, "I hear mortals have begun to form gestalts. Anyone care to pit yourself against the Eternal?"

You shout, "I accept Your challenge, Lady Creatrix."

(Celest): Feren says, "There you go Kagato."

(Celest): Inagin says, "He'll just lose again."

(Celest): You say, "Oh shush."

Zenthain Naralis Siarani, Raven of Mysrai shouts, "50,000 gold on the Lady Creatrix!"

(Celest): Eirwyn (from the Aetherways) says, "Inagin!"

Estarra's voice shatters the cosmic equilibrium, "Meet me at the World Stage, mortal."

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet shouts, "May we observe the bout?"

(Celest): Orabel (from the Aetherways) says, "Good luck Kagato, I have faith in you."

(Me pathing to the world stage goes here)

Vesteran World Stage.
A vast stage fills most of the chamber, with opulent velvet curtains hanging from its gilt arch. Estarra the Eternal floats here, surrounded by swirling energies.
You see exits leading west and out.

(Celest): Eirwyn (from the Aetherways) says, "Good luck Kagato!"

You kneel before Estarra, swearing your allegiance to Her.

Estarra greets you with a sincere smile.

(Celest): You say, "If you wish to watch, teleport to me."

You feel a slight tug within your chest and the air around you sparkles with motes of bright light.

Estarra the Eternal says, "So I have just formed a gestalt from a pack I bought from Trader Bob."

Among the sparkling motes of light, a translucent figure appears in the air and then quickly solidifies as Junia comes into view.

Junia humbly drops one knee to the ground before Estarra, genuflecting reverently in Her presence.

You say, "I am still new to this but I hope I will be able to pose a decent challenge."

Estarra the Eternal says, "Never played this gestalt before so we shall see how it goes."

Syridean curtseys gracefully.

Estarra the Eternal exclaims, "We shall see!"

Estarra the Eternal says, "I hear you have had practice already with the Elders."

You say, "Aye, but they used... somewhat overpowered ikons."

Estarra has challenged you to a practise Ikon battle. GESTALT ACCEPT to begin, or GESTALT DECLINE to turn down the challenge.

You accept Estarra's challenge to an Ikon battle.
You may now play up to three Ikons.

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Kagato: 25
Estarra: 25

Junia claps her hands together merrily.

Estarra the Eternal says, "My ikons are all from Trader Bob."

You nod your head emphatically.

It is now the Battle phase of Turn 1. You have the advantage.

Your character sniffs haugtily at a whimsical sandwich before pushing it away.

Globules of lava pass through the air as you stand within the fiery heart of Zoaka, your arcane damage boosted by 8 points.

Estarra prances about, enjoying one short day in the Amethyst City, bolstering Her spirit damage by 6.

A crystal archway flares with planar energies, wiping out Estarra's scene.

An earth elemental rumbles forward, channeling an earthen pulse that envelops Estarra, juddering Her bones for 15 arcane damage.

Atropos, Cutter of Threads smiles wickedly and runs Her scissors across your thread upon the Great Tapestry, the sides of the thread fraying, dealing 12 spirit damage to you.

The Battle phase of Turn 1 has ended.
You have forty-five seconds to play up to three Ikons.

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Kagato: 13
Estarra: 10

Estarra puts Her hands on Her hips and goes "Hmmm!"

Junia rolls on the floor, laughing.

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "Wait, how can I see who is winning?"

You say, "I am in the lead by 3 health."

It is now the Battle phase of Turn 2.

Globules of lava pass through the air as you stand within the fiery heart of Zoaka, your arcane damage boosted by 8 points.

A crystal archway sparkles enchantingly as planar energies flicker around its edges.

A crystal archway flares with planar energies, wiping out Estarra's scene.

Zeforos, Lord of the North Wind summons a roaring blast of icy cold wind which freezes you in place.

The Mountains of Madness has been neutralised and cannot take effect.

An earth elemental rumbles forward, channeling an earthen pulse that envelops Estarra, juddering Her bones for 15 arcane damage.
Estarra's life has fallen to zero. You have won the Ikon battle!

"Bah!" Estarra retorts disgustedly.

The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

(Celest): You say, "I am victorious."

"Eep!", Junia screams in fright.

Estarra the Eternal exclaims, "Well done!"

(Celest): Inagin says, "That fast..."

You bow respectfully to Estarra.

Estarra the Eternal says, "Again?"

(Celest): Inagin says, "That sounds like a dice roll more than a game."

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "I've never played, but.. I have a gestalt."

(Celest): Feren says, "Congrats! You dramaquu...tist."

Estarra has challenged you to a practise Ikon battle. GESTALT ACCEPT to begin, or GESTALT DECLINE to turn down the challenge.

(Celest): Eirwyn (from the Aetherways) says, "Congrats Kagato."

You accept Estarra's challenge to an Ikon battle.
You may now play up to three Ikons.

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Kagato: 25
Estarra: 25

Estarra the Eternal says, "Must beat Kagato!"

(Celest): Jaamil (from the Realm of the Thousand-Shrouded Ivory) says, "Well done indeed."

The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

Junia giggles happily.

Junia nods her head emphatically.

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "Please do so!"

Junia squeaks in fright.

Looking slightly worried at the situation, Junia quickly hides behind Estarra.

(Celest): Inagin says, "I want to learn how to play. But I don't want to read."

(Celest): Orabel (from the Aetherways) says, "I knew you could do it!"

(Celest): Orabel (from the Aetherways) says, "Then you must not want to learn that much!"

(Celest): Inagin says, "I hate new things."

It is now the Battle phase of Turn 1. You have the advantage.

Your character sniffs haugtily at a whimsical sandwich before pushing it away.

(Celest): Jaamil (from the Ethereal Plane) says, "Me too!"

Globules of lava pass through the air as you stand within the fiery heart of Zoaka, your arcane damage boosted by 8 points.

A crystal archway flares with planar energies, wiping out Estarra's scene.

Zeforos, Lord of the North Wind summons a roaring blast of icy cold wind which freezes you in place.

An earth elemental rumbles forward, channeling an earthen pulse that envelops Estarra, juddering Her bones for 15 arcane damage.

The Battle phase of Turn 1 has ended.
You have forty-five seconds to play up to three Ikons.

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Kagato: 25 (Stunned!)
Estarra: 10

You are too stunned to play any Ikons at the moment.

You crease your brow in a frown.

You say, "Looks like I miss a turn."

"Tsk, tsk," Estarra says as She waggles a finger and scolds the world.

It is now the Battle phase of Turn 2.

From The Library of Xyl, glittering gems form helixes that spiral endlessly upwards and occasionally emit sparks of energy. The free floating energy forms into a crackling sphere into which Estarra steps as She warps through time to prepare to increase damage by 150%.

Atropos, Cutter of Threads's movements slow as he passes into the timefield around Kagato.

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Kagato: 25 (Stun cleared)
Estarra: 10

The Battle phase of Turn 2 has ended.
You have forty-five seconds to play up to three Ikons.

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "Oooo, library!"

You blink.

It is now the Battle phase of Turn 3. You have the advantage.

Atropos, Cutter of Threads lurches forward as the timefield around Kagato dissolves.
Atropos, Cutter of Threads smiles wickedly and runs Her scissors across your thread upon the Great Tapestry, the sides of the thread fraying, dealing 9 spirit damage to you.

Your character sniffs haugtily at a whimsical sandwich before pushing it away.

One of Dracnoris, the Dragon God's great scaled claws tears through you like a bit of wet paper, dealing 8 physical damage.

Globules of lava pass through the air as you stand within the fiery heart of Zoaka, your arcane damage boosted by 8 points.

A crystal archway sparkles enchantingly as planar energies flicker around its edges.

An earth elemental rumbles forward, channeling an earthen pulse that envelops Estarra, juddering Her bones for 15 arcane damage.
Estarra's life has fallen to zero. You have won the Ikon battle!

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Kagato: 8
Estarra: 0

Estarra gives a pained sigh.

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "Hmm!"

You say, "I have had practice, Lady Creatrix. Do not feel bad."

"Ha!" Estarra exclaims with gusto.

Estarra the Eternal says, "It is a new gestalt for me."

Junia glances askance at you.

Estarra the Eternal says, "Obviously needs some work."

With a flourish of your arm, you bow deeply.

Estarra challenges Junia to a practise Ikon battle.

You say, "I am honored simply to have the chance to play against You."

Junia has accepted Estarra's challenge to an Ikon battle.

Junia gulps nervously.

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "I don't even know what to do now."

Junia blushes furiously.

Kagato cheers Junia on.

You say, "GESTALT PLAY 1-9."

You say, "You can play one of each type."

Dracnoris, the Dragon God fails to draw sufficient power from Estarra to activate.

A crystal archway flares with planar energies, wiping out Junia's scene.

The Mountains of Madness surround Junia in a dizzying maze, draining her power by 5.

You tell Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet, "GESTALT SHOW INFO to show which ikon is which number."

Estarra the Eternal says, "Oh bloody hell."

A huge lindwyrm fails to draw sufficient power from Junia to activate.

The Battle phase of Turn 1 has ended.

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Junia: 25
Estarra: 25

Junia scratches her head in confusion.

You say, "Now now, Lady Creatrix..."

You say, "You can not activate cards beyond your power capacity."

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet whispers, "I have a power capacity?"

Estarra gives Junia the once-over, eyeing her suspiciously.

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "Oh!"

You say, "Aye, you get 5 power per turn cycle."

Junia coughs softly.

Junia's character sniffs haugtily at a whimsical sandwich before pushing it away.

Estarra prances about, enjoying one short day in the Amethyst City, bolstering Her spirit damage by 6.

Dripping water echoes in the distance.

Atropos, Cutter of Threads smiles wickedly and runs Her scissors across Junia's thread upon the Great Tapestry, the sides of the thread fraying, dealing 12 spirit damage to Junia.

Estarra the Eternal says, "This sandwich never works."

The Battle phase of Turn 2 has ended.

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Junia: 13
Estarra: 25

Estarra gives a pained sigh.

You say, "What is it meant to do?"

Estarra the Eternal says, "Block a character."

Junia's character sniffs haugtily at a whimsical sandwich before pushing it away.

One of Dracnoris, the Dragon God's great scaled claws tears through Junia like a bit of wet paper, dealing 8 physical damage.

Estarra gives a pained sigh.

Junia stands at the edge of a black cliff, increasing her physical defence by 4 as she defends against attacks from below.

Raising the Sword of the Gods, Junia holds it before herself in a stalwart salute. A field of radiant energy washes outward from the blade, enveloping her and raising her spirit defence by 10.

The Battle phase of Turn 3 has ended.

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Junia: 5
Estarra: 25

You say, "It must have a low percent chance to work."

You say, "I have a card that is similar but it is only 40% chance to work."

You say, "Erm an ikon rather."

Estarra ponders the situation.

Junia shrugs helplessly.

Globules of lava pass through the air as Junia stands within the fiery heart of Zoaka, her arcane damage boosted by 8 points.

Estarra prances about, enjoying one short day in the Amethyst City, bolstering Her spirit damage by 6.

A crystal archway flares with planar energies, wiping out Junia's scene.

Klaymech, Lord of the Soiled Earth points a massive fist at Estarra and it swells, rapidly discharging a torrent of choking mud which envelops Her and throws her back for 8 spirit damage.

Atropos, Cutter of Threads smiles wickedly and runs Her scissors across Junia's thread upon the Great Tapestry, the sides of the thread fraying, dealing 12 spirit damage to Junia.
Junia's life has fallen to zero. Estarra has won the Ikon Battle!

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Junia: 0
Estarra: 17

"Woot!" Estarra shouts excitedly.

Junia wipes the back of her hand across her head in relief as she mutters, "Whew."

You say, "Bad combo Junia."

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet limps away quietly.

You say, "If you are going to use Heart of Zoaka, use a character that deals arcane damage."

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "I suppose it was foolish of me to attempt to play a game with the Creatrix Herself before I knew what I was doing..?"

Junia winces in pain.

You say, "I didn't say that."

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "I did, though!"

You say, "It takes courage to take on the Creatrix, even for a friendly game."

Junia blushes furiously.

Estarra the Eternal says, "This pack didn't give me good props."

Estarra gives a pained sigh.

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "Well, I shan't do it lightly again. Time to figure out what these things actually do."

Syridean coughs softly.


Initiate Syridean Dawneye, Aspirant of the White Hart says, "Incidentally, if You have a moment, Jal seems to be a bit...comatose."

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "So the benefit of having nine is that you have more to choose from?"

You say, "Aye."

Junia tells you, "Thank you!"

You say, "Some ikons have lengthy cooldowns, having a wider choice means you are not left helpless."

Junia nods her head emphatically.

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "I have one with a four-turn cooldown."

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "Thank You so very much for Your patience, Lady Eternal, You've inspired me to figure this out!"

The corners of Estarra's mouth turn up as She grins mischievously.

Syridean nods his head emphatically.

"Ok!" Estarra exclaims.

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "I'm off to study these things more closely!"

Initiate Syridean Dawneye, Aspirant of the White Hart says, "I'll study mine as well."

Estarra nods Her head sagely.

Junia curtseys gracefully before Estarra.

You say, "May I please sketch Your likeness, Lady Eternal, since I DID best you in 2 games? Not meaning to be a poor winner."

Estarra has challenged you to a practise Ikon battle. GESTALT ACCEPT to begin, or GESTALT DECLINE to turn down the challenge.

Estarra the Eternal says, "If you beat me this game."

The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

"Ha!" Junia exclaims with gusto.

Junia claps her hands together merrily.

You accept Estarra's challenge to an Ikon battle.
You may now play up to three Ikons.

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Kagato: 25
Estarra: 25

It is now the Battle phase of Turn 1.

Estarra prances about, enjoying one short day in the Amethyst City, bolstering Her spirit damage by 6.

Globules of lava pass through the air as you stand within the fiery heart of Zoaka, your arcane damage boosted by 8 points.

A crystal archway flares with planar energies, wiping out your scene.

A crystal archway sparkles enchantingly as planar energies flicker around its edges.

Atropos, Cutter of Threads smiles wickedly and runs Her scissors across your thread upon the Great Tapestry, the sides of the thread fraying, dealing 12 spirit damage to you.

An earth elemental rumbles forward, channeling an earthen pulse that envelops Estarra, juddering Her bones for 15 arcane damage.

The Battle phase of Turn 1 has ended.
You have forty-five seconds to play up to three Ikons.

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Kagato: 13
Estarra: 10

It is now the Battle phase of Turn 2. You have the advantage.

Your character sniffs haugtily at a whimsical sandwich before pushing it away.

One of Dracnoris, the Dragon God's great scaled claws tears through you like a bit of wet paper, dealing 8 physical damage.

Globules of lava pass through the air as you stand within the fiery heart of Zoaka, your arcane damage boosted by 8 points.

A crystal archway flares with planar energies, wiping out Estarra's scene.

Estarra the Eternal says, "One day that sandwich will work."

The Mountains of Madness has been neutralised and cannot take effect.

An earth elemental rumbles forward, channeling an earthen pulse that envelops Estarra, juddering Her bones for 15 arcane damage.
Estarra's life has fallen to zero. You have won the Ikon battle!

--REMAINING HEALTH--
Kagato: 5
Estarra: 0

Archivist Extraordinaire Junia La'Saet says, "What is it meant to do?"

The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

You say, "Has a chance of stopping my character attacking."

Comprehension flashes across Junia's face.

Estarra the Eternal says, "Ok sketch me quickly then."

Breaking a piece of coal into small chunks, you pick out a plump shard and ponder Estarra for a moment. With an image in your mind you deftly sketch Her features upon a thin sketch sheet, preserving them for future use.

Estarra nods Her head emphatically.

You bow respectfully to Estarra.

Estarra waves goodbye.

You say, "Thank You."

Estarra, the Eternal, sinks into a whirlpool of swirling energies, which disappear in a flash of light and colour.

I have to say.. I was laughing at the sandwich.

This looks like Duel Masters game at first glance. Looks very fun!

Kagato:

Estarra prances about, enjoying one short day in the Amethyst City, bolstering Her spirit damage by 6.

Estarra is Elphaba! :o