Greetings, shadows and masters of the dishonorable tasks!

It’s time to move fast, stay quiet, and save a reputation before the sun sets. We’re diving into a high-stakes, fast-paced covert operation in the streets of Toshi sano Kanemochi Kaeru!

"I need this document recovered. You will recognise it at the stamped chop that looks like a peony. And this letter should be placed instead. The contents should not concern you, but be aware that great dishonor may befall the Governor of these letters are not swapped. And heads may roll for it. So just act swiftly and do not get caught."

The Clock is Ticking (4-Hour Real-Time Schedule)

This is a Momentum Challenge where every minute counts. We have a tight window to pull this off:

• Hour 1: The Briefing. We set the scene, gather intel, and map out our approach.
• Hours 2 & 3: The Recovery & The Plant. Intercept the courier, retrieve the incriminating letter before it's opened, and slip the replacement into its place.
• Hour 4: The Clean-Up. Cover our tracks, vanish into the shadows, and see if the target remains blissfully unaware.

How We Play

To keep the pace electric, we’ll be using Intrigue Initiative!

Initiative: Roll Sentiment + Focus at the start to determine the turn order.

Skills in Play

You’ll need to be versatile to navigate the city. Expect to use:

• Sentiment: To read the patrons and time your entry.
• Skulduggery: For the "heavy lifting" (and light-fingered swapping).
• Commerce & Government: To navigate the merchant districts and bypass official red tape.

Choosing Your Approach

While Air (finesse), Water (adaptability), and Earth (thoroughness) will be your bread and butter, don't count out a Fire-fueled sprint or a Void-touched moment of intuition if the situation demands it!

The Goal: Momentum

The total Momentum required to intercept and replace the letters will be revealed when we begin. Work together, roll well, and let’s fix this little oversight before the wrong eyes read secrets they shouldn't.

Ground Rules for the Mission

The Golden Rule: Come prepared. Make sure you know exactly what your Ninjutsu and other techniques do, and that you understand the rules for them before the game begins. We won't have time to flip through scrolls mid-heist!

1. Attendance & Sign-Ups

• Restriction: Characters with the school tag Shinobi will have the highest priority for this adventure, Characters without at least 1 Rank in Skulduggery won't be accepted.
• The Grace Period: If you give advance warning that you're running late, you will be granted a 30 minute grace period. Failing to show up within that 30 minutes (or missing the event with no warning) means forfeiting your spot and taking a standard no-show penalty.

2. Pacing & Response Times

To maintain the thrilling momentum of a live event, players are expected to respond reasonably quickly.

• You have a 10-minute window to post your action.
• Exceeding 10 minutes without communication may lead to a forfeiture of your action.
• Need more time? Simply typing "I'm writing, give me a sec," asking a clarifying question, or communicating with the GM will instantly reset your timer.