Bryce Kidman #255349
Valhalla @ Creekside
Wielding the power of Mistletoe Warden (#19), Bryce demonstrated exceptional skill by playing +54 points above their rating in this epic clash.
Iðunn's Invigorator
Jonah Milner has proven his mettle, leading Odin's Champions to victory with the aid of Freyja's Grace, yet Loki's jealousy threatens to unravel their triumph. As Timothy Scholle emerges bearing Shapeshifter's Ruse, a gift from the trickster god himself, the specter of deceit looms over the noble quest. With the heroes divided and the shadow of Ragnarök stirring in the depths, Jonah must rally his allies to stand firm against the coming tempest. The battle for Valhalla's gates has only begun, and the price of glory may be higher than any dare imagine.
Flippy Says...
The mists swirled thick over the fairways of Creekside Park, but they could not obscure the glint of satisfaction in Loki's eyes as he surveyed his victorious Rogues. The God of Mischief's grin was as sharp as a serpent's fang, his gaze alight with a triumphant fire.
"My friends," Loki purred, his voice a silken caress, "today, we have shown the power of cunning. Today, we have proved that the old ways are not the only path to glory. Today, the disc golf world has learned to fear the name of Loki's Rogues!"
A cheer went up from the assembled warriors, their bag tags glinting in the dim light - Shapeshifter's Ruse, Trickster's Gambit, Illusionist's Ace. The air thrummed with a dark energy, a palpable aura of mischief and deceit.
From the shadows, Thor watched, his brow furrowed with concern. The God of Thunder knew the allure of Loki's words, the seductive promise of easy victory. He had seen the doubt creeping into the eyes of some of Odin's Champions, the whispers of dissent that threatened to fracture their unity.
"Champions," Thor boomed, striding into the light, "do not be swayed by honeyed lies. Remember your oath, the sacred bond that ties us to honor and valor. It is in the crucible of hardship that true heroes are forged, not in the shadows of deceit."
But even as the words left his lips, Thor could see the uncertainty on some faces, the wavering of resolve. Loki's victory had given form to their doubts, made manifest the temptation to stray from the righteous path.
Bryce Kidman felt that temptation keenly, a tug at his soul as he gripped his disc, the Mistletoe Warden's runes warm against his palm. The young hero had always prided himself on his integrity, on the purity of his play. But in the face of Loki's success, that certainty had begun to erode, replaced by a gnawing worry.
"You could be great, you know," came a silken whisper, and Bryce turned to find Loki at his shoulder, a gleaming disc in his outstretched hand. "With this, you would be unstoppable. No hazard could trap you, no wind could sway your throw. Embrace the power of illusion, and victory will be yours."
For a moment, Bryce wavered, his fingers twitching toward the offered disc. But then the Mistletoe Warden pulsed, a gentle warmth that spread through his arm and into his heart. He remembered the tales of Baldr, of the steadfast courage that had sustained the god even in death. With a deep breath, Bryce stepped back, shaking his head.
"No," he said, his voice ringing with quiet conviction. "I will win or lose on my own terms, with honor and skill. I will not be swayed by false promises."
Loki's eyes flashed with irritation, but his smile never wavered. "As you wish," he said, vanishing the disc with a flick of his wrist. "But know that the offer stands. In time, you will see the wisdom of my ways."
As Loki strode away, Thor clapped a hand on Bryce's shoulder, his grip firm and reassuring. "Well spoken, young champion," he rumbled. "It takes a true hero to resist the lure of easy power. Your resolve gives hope to us all."
Bryce nodded, his gaze fixed on the distant baskets, shimmering like beacons in the mist. He knew the path ahead would be difficult, that Loki's influence would only grow in the wake of this victory. But he also knew that he was not alone, that the Mistletoe Warden and the bonds of fellowship would sustain him.
As the heroes gathered for the next round, the air crackled with tension. Loki and Thor faced each other across the tee box, their eyes locked in silent challenge. The disc golf match to come would be more than a test of skill - it would be a battle for the very soul of the tournament, a reckoning between honor and trickery.
Bryce gripped his disc, feeling the reassuring pulse of the Mistletoe Warden. Whatever challenges lay ahead, he knew his course. He would stand firm in the light of integrity, a beacon for all those who strayed. With a deep breath, he stepped up to the tee, ready to meet his destiny.
The game was on, and the fate of heroes hung in the balance. In the swirling mists of Creekside Park, the eternal struggle between good and evil played out, one throw at a time. And through it all, the watchful eyes of the gods observed, weighing the choices of mortals, judging the true measure of their worth.
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